Whether it's a good one or a not-so-good one, only time will tell. The mood of the nation is currently one of anger and agitation, with thousands of citizens joining in on Anna Hazare's movement to support the introduction of the Jan Lokpal bill .

The general belief is that only when there's a system of checks and balances in the legislature will corruption in India come to an end. While Hazare's fast is still on, we look at other notables who've used the medium of a hunger strike to bring about social change.

Irom Sharmila Chanu Country: India Cause: Irom Sharmila Chanu, also referred to as the iron lady of Manipur, began her hunger strike over a decade ago, after the killing of 10 youths by the Assam Rifles in Malom, Imphal in November 2000. She demanded the withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) from Manipur.

She was arrested soon after she began her hunger strike and was charged with attempting to commit suicide - an offense under Section 309 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). For how long: Over 10 years Current status: She is currently being held in the security ward of the Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital in Imphal, the capital of Manipur, where she is fed a diet of liquids through her nose.

Anna has invited her to take part in the anti-corruption rally. Dr Leonid Eidelman Country: Israel Cause: Israel Medical Association Chairman Dr Leonid Eidelman decided to launch a hunger strike on July 25 to protest the state of the health care system and to demand better wages for doctors.

For how long: 11 days Current status: He ended the hunger strike after most of his demands were met. Tomislav Nikolic Country: Serbia Cause: The Serbian Progressive Party leader Tomislav Nikolic began a hunger strike on April 16 this year, demanding the country hold early elections.

For how long: Six days Current status: Following the intervention of Patriarch Irinej, who told him this kind of protest was not in line with Serbian Orthodox beliefs, Nikolic, on April 21, ended the hunger strike. Big B's Anna connection With Anna Hazare being the man of the moment, it was only a matter of time before B-Town looked at him for cinematic inspiration.

It is learnt that filmmaker Prakash Jha is now all set to make his next titled Satyagraha, which will revolve around mass protest by the public against corruption. Talking about the film at an event, Jha said that while the film deals with the concept of peaceful protest, the starcast is yet to be finalised.

Rumours suggest that it might star Amitabh Bachchan in the lead role. And that his character will have many elements of Anna Hazare.

Satyagraha is scheduled to go on floors in January 2012. From Across The Border Taking a cue from Anna Hazare, Jehangeer Akhtar, 68-year-old Pakistani businessman and activist is set to go on a hunger strike in Islamabad from September 12 to declare war on endemic corruption in his country.

Expressing his admiration for Hazare, he complained that corruption was a far more serious disease in Pakistan . Akhtar wants the Pakistani parliament to pass an anti-corruption law - like what India is now planning.

Heard of Relay Fast? A relay fast or relay hunger strike is a form of protest in which a number of persons go without food. It involves hundreds of people passing the fast, relay-style, on to the next participant after completion (less)

The funeral will take place tomorrow morning, they informed. Kapoor is survived by his wife Neeladevi, son Aditya Raj, daughter Kachan Desai.

For the last few years, he was undergoing dialysis for three days a week. Born Shamsher Raj Kapoor on October 21, 1931, Kapoor was the middle son of veteran theatre and film actor Prithviraj Kapoor and younger brother of showman Raj Kapoor.

Despite his family background, Shammi's entry into Bollywood was initially not successful even though he worked with major heroines like Madhubala in Rail Ka Dibba , Suraiya in Shama Parwana and Nalini Jaywant in Hum Sab Chor Hain . His initial movies flopped at the Box Office.

He reinvented himself with Tumsa Nahi Dekha cutting his hair in the famous duck-tail style of the 50s and never looked back since then. With the success of Junglee in 1961, an entire decade reeled under its colourful impact.

Shammi heralded the swinging 60s and a large part of his appeal was primarily due to the immensely catchy and upbeat numbers like Suku suku , O haseena zulfo wali , Aaj kal tere mere pyar ke charche , Aaja aaja main hoon pyaar tera where he was at his boisterous best. Even though success came with light weight tales like Kashmir Ki Kali , Rajkumar , Jaanwar and An Evening In Paris , his performances in flicks like Junglee , Badtameez , Bluff Master and Pagla Kahin Ka , Teesri Manzil , Brahmachari silenced his critics.

Andaz released in 1971 was his last movie as a leading man but his character roles in Vidhata , Hero , Prem Rog were well received. Shammi was a computer aficionado and his last years were veered towards spiritualism.

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I'm donning Indian and western avatars and it's a very modern film." The film is called Same 2 Same.

However, she refuses to reveal if she is producing the film herself or it is being produced by another banner. On the production front, she says that she and business partner Kuunal Goomer are thrilled that an international and Indian corporate house approached them for a possible tie-up for a three-film deal.

She adds, "We've been approached by a biggie and something may work out. But we haven't finalised it yet.

I don't believe in hierarchy of any sort in my production house, which is only four months old, so I guess the magic's attracting investors as Bollywood is getting so much bigger." Meanwhile, the actress is going full throttle with acting and producing.

In her kitty is Shortcut Romeo with Neil Nitin Mukesh, and Race 2 opposite Saif Ali Khan . She continues, "Post Humraaz, I am working with Abbas Mastan again in Race 2.

I've been paired opposite Saif, and he's a very focused actor. Neil is super cool and we click really well.

" When asked about why she's been missing from the social scene lately, she says, "I don't get drunk and party till 4 am. I would rather work and invest time in my films.

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First time I attended a Ganpati in a friend's house. It was so nice to see faith being celebrated with so much love," Shah Rukh posted on his Twitter page.

The actor, whose wife Gauri is a Hindu, had recently hosted an Eid party at his residence. It was attended by his friends like Karan Johar, Farhan Akhtar and Sanjay Dutt.

Shah Rukh, who has been busy preparing for the release of his mega-budget production Ra.One , says he is quite exhausted with the work.

"Overworked.overeaten.

over-under-slept.over questioned.

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Ameesha Patel has now joined the film's sequel. The sequel, of course, is expected to outdo even the original.

Simply titled Race 2 as of now, the cast includes Anil Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, John Abraham, Deepika Padukone and Chitrangda Singh. It is learnt that Ameesha will star opposite Anil Kapoor, who played a quirky, corrupt detective in Race .

A source close to the star has revealed that Ameesha will sport a bikini in the film, adding to its glam quotient. Many will remember that Ameesha sported a yellow bikini in Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic .

Though the film bombed, Ameesha's sizzling turn brought her back into the public eye. Race 2 will go on floors this October and will release in August 2012.

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I salute him for that. I sincerely hope and wish that all his fasting and protesting does yield the desired results," said Ameesha Tuesday.

Hazare's fast at New Delhi's Ramlila Maidan for a stringent anti-corruption law entered its eighth day Tuesday. Ameesha, 36, who was here to launch a spa, scotched speculation that she was planning to foray into the small screen.

"Yes, I accept that the small screen is now no more small. Big and established stars are all joining the bandwagon.

But for me it's a no. I have not been approached for any television programme as I am busy with my upcoming Bollywood projects," said she.

Ameesha, who has shared screen space with major heroes like Hrithik Roshan and Salman Khan, is yet to establish herself in the industry in spite of being part of two record breaking movies - "Kaho Naa..

. Pyaar Hai" and "Gadar-Ek Prem Katha" with Sunny Deol.

After her brother Asmit featured in the reality TV show "Bigg Boss", there has been speculation of producers approaching her. "Yes, there are such rumors but let me make it very clear, I have not been approached for any TV show whatsoever.

" About her upcoming projects, Ameesha said: "There are four movies in the pipeline. One is directed by Priyadarshan and produced by my production house, then there is 'Race 2' by director-duo Abbas-Mustan, another directed by David Dhawan and one more yet undecided.

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This is what the celebs have to say about Peshawar , now in Punjab, born Yusuf Khan, who was introduced to the Hindi film industry as Dilip Kumar by Devika Rani. Deepa Mehta: Many Happy Returns Dilip Saheb.

You made me cry in 'Andaz', laugh in 'Leader', mesmerize me in 'Gunga Jumuna' and then supported my 'Fire' from ire. Boman Irani: A country proudly celebrates the birthday of its beloved son, Dilip Saab! Your grace, inspiration and genius makes us a prouder nation! Javed Akhtar: Saalgiraah mubaarak Dilip saheb.

Sir, you are the ultimate. Mera aqeedat bhara salaam qubool kijiye.

Shabana Azmi: Saalgirah Mubarak Dilip Saheb. For all the pleasure you have given your chahnewalas (fans) through myriad roles a heartfelt thank you.

Aap apni misaal hain (you are an icon). Farhan Akhtar: Happy Birthday to Dilip saab.

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truly the greatest ever. An actor can learn so much from watching his films.

Mahesh Bhatt: Happy birthday Dilip Saab! Riteish Deshmukh: Today is a day I will remember forever-I held Dilip saabs hand-kissed it n wished him (his Birthday eve). The greatest actor.

A true LEGEND. Priyanka Chopra: Happy bday Yusuf saheb.

Dilip Kumar and actress wife Saira Bano had organised a birthday bash on the eve of the actor's birthday and the party saw the likes of Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan , Priyanka Chopra , Dimple Kapadia , Mahesh Bhatt among others (less)

.these 50 gorgeous ladies in the pecking order impacted common psyche like none other.

As the voting closes, we bring you the Times 50 Most Desirable Women 2011 who wove great success stories. Online voting to set the DQ (Desirability Quotient) ended on January 15, 2012, on www.

itimes.com/polls with 3.

74 lakh votes bringing with it a deluge of promising newcomers, while some regulars appeared to fall out of favour Rank 2011 Hotties 1 Kareena Kapoor 2 Katrina Kaif 3 Deepika Padukone 4 Priyanka Chopra 5 Anushka Sharma 6 Vidya Balan 7 Jacqueline Fernandez 8 Nargis Fakhri 9 Kangana Ranaut 10 Aishwarya Rai Bachchan 11 Chitrangda Singh 12 Genelia D'souza 13 Bipasha Basu 14 Sonam Kapoor 15 Shriya Saran 16 Shruti Haasan 17 Asin Thottumkal 18 Amy Jackson 19 Trisha Krishnan 20 Ileana D'cruz 21 Sunny Leone 22 Sonakshi Sinha 23 Amrita Rao 24 Bruna Abdulla 25 Dia Mirza 26 Neha Sharma 27 Sushmita Sen 28 Malaika Arora Khan 29 Sameera Reddy 30 Ankita Shorey 31 Lisa Haydon 32 Prachi Desai 33 Angela Jonsson 34 Mallika Sherawat 35 Aditi Rao Hydari 36 Poonam Pandey 37 Shazahn Padamsee 38 Sonal Chauhan 39 Giselli Monteiro 40 Parvati Melton 41 Candice Boucher 42 Nicole Faria 43 Freida Pinto 44 Shonali Nagrani 46 Jyothsna Chakravathy 47 Ameesha Patel 48 Simran Kaur Mundi 50 Preeti Desai Also Check : The list of Times 50 Most Desirable Women (less)

I am quite comfortable with my body. I want to wear bikinis.

Sayali Bhagat in a bikini would definitely add value to any film," she said in a statement. "I work out regularly and have one of the hottest bodies in B-town.

I am fed up of playing the good girl on screen. Now I am looking for a change of image and would love to do sexy roles like Bipasha in Dhoom 2 .

I don't understand all this talk about girls refusing to sport a bikini in Dhoom 3 . I'd gladly do it and look super hot too," she said.

"But sadly, I am only getting performance-oriented roles 'Halla Bol' and 'Jail' where I am dressed from top to toe. Even in my next movie 'Ghost' opposite Shiney Ahuja, I play a doctor.

Even in Tinu Verma's This Weekend , I play a tomboy except for that one song with Rajneesh Duggal wherein I have donned a sexy orange bikini. Thank god for small mercies," she added.

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And David Dhawan and Priyandarshan are working on scripts with her as the heroine. She says, "I have had such a beautiful year.

Everything I had planned has worked out. My plate is full with films.

And I'm very excited about it." Meanwhile, while she doesn't get much time to work out , she's sticking to healthy eating habits and tries to hit the gym every now and then.

"My friends have been asking me to schedule them in my work diary, so we can spend sometime together. I can't wait for the new year to set in.

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. does it make you feel superior to others? I know I am sexy.

But being sexy is all about attitude, not body type. It's a state of mind.

To me, an intelligent girl with a positive attitude and a great smile is sexy..

. and she could well be wearing a salwar-kameez.

In our profession, sometimes being overtly sexy can be a handicap. You don't really know if the men are just looking at you as a sex kitten or actually paying attention to you.

But yes, I am glad I can carry off a sensuous avatar on screen. I work on my body to stay fit, but that does not make me superior to anyone.

I am a forthright and hardworking girl. Your Miss-Goody-Two-Shoes image has withered.

The whip is now in your hands..

. I have struggled a lot and put in tremendous amounts of hard work to reach this phase in my life.

Believe me, it's not easy being an actress and a producer, especially with no big daddy to support you. I love the fact that I am not arriving on someone else's sets.

I have a say on when the camera will roll and what it will shoot. I am proud that I did not succumb to industry pressures or bend my morals.

You have bagged a steamy role in " Race 2 ". Age doesn't seem to be catching up.

Yes, I will be seen in "Race 2" soon. As for my looks, my friends keep telling me that with every new candle added on my birthday cake, I regress in age.

I think it's the effects of positivity within me. I eat healthy, I don't smoke and follow a good exercise regime.

I have always been my grandmother's pet child. She passed away at 92 but didn't look a day over 60.

Looking back, you went underground post "Kaho Na Pyaar Hai" and "Gadar". Do you regret losing out on meaty roles in the years since? I never really went without action.

"Kaho Na..

." and "Gadar" have been top grossers in the Hindi film industry.

I played Saif Ali Khan's love interest in "Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic" (remember "Lazy Lamhe"), and "Bhool Bhulaiyaa" was a hit too. I was approached for "Billu" but the role finally went to Lara Dutta.

Priyadarshan felt I looked too young to play a mother to two kids. If you could turn back time, what would you erase from the past? Honestly, I would erase nothing.

Life is all about evolution. What looks like a mistake to others has been a milestone in my life.

Even if people have betrayed me, even if my heart was broken, even if people misunderstood or judged me, I have learned from these incidents. We are human and we make mistakes, but learning from them is what makes the difference.

I have learned to live my life from my grandmother. Her fire and grit showed me the way ahead.

Not too long ago, Bipasha Basu and you wore the same dress at a red carpet event. How did you take that? I had got this dress specially made by my friend and designer Ramona Narang Rodella.

The mix up wasn't her fault. Apparently, some junior assistant gave away the same dress in a different colour for a film with Bipasha, but she decided to wear it on the red carpet.

No actress wants to be in a situation like this obviously, and people went a little crazy writing about it, but Bips and I laughed it off. I am over that incident.

Your sartorial preference is known to be sexy..

. I have had a fabulous upbringing.

My family lived in Mumbai and London , and we travelled all the time. The exposure really boosted my confidence and dressing style.

I am not a fashion victim. I pick what I feel comfortable in.

I love shoes and handbags. In fact, I have an enviable collection.

I love dressing up. I know what suits me and looking sexy is a compliment.

Dressing up and looking good is effortless for me. How do you keep in shape and take care of your long tresses and skin? I eat healthy, work out and sleep well.

I don't go overboard and do not abuse my body. I use besan on my skin, oil my hair and use raw eggs as a pack.

I also like to hit the spa when I can. I go for facials and massages too.

Anyone you fall back on during bad times? I have a set of 10-15 rock solid friends. I laugh with them, cry with them and often seek their advice.

I can count on them always. My business partner Kuunal Goomer is my best friend.

We share the same tastes in music, fashion and films. And finally, when my production house Ameesha Patel Productions happened, we became a natural team.

What kind of space are you in right now? I am a child, but I am sorted. I know my priorities and values.

I stay happy by doing things my way. I celebrate my birthday with a lot of excitement, like a child.

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sending out invitations six months in advance! I enjoy the whole drama of cutting a cake, singing songs, dancing and then unwrapping presents. It's the fun element in our lives that keeps us going.

I have decided to make films that can entertain the entire family. It's time to bring back the 'Fun Day' concept.

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. RAVEENA TANDON AND ANIL THADANI WHEN: February 2004 LOVE-O-METRE: Nearing the 10-year milestone.

THE PROPOSAL: The couple met for the first time on Valentine's Day at Olive restaurant in Mumbai. After that, however, they did not see each other for two years! Then Raveena made her first film, "Stumped" as producer, and Anil sent her an SMS that he would like to help her distribute the film.

"We actually dated for only two months," shares Raveena. "We met in August 2002, and he proposed in October.

That year, like this year, Diwali and my birthday were on the same day! So he planned a proposal on Diwali day. We first went to his chacha's house to celebrate, and then headed to my family's Diwali puja.

When I reached my dad's house, I saw huge ornate baskets, lots of them lying around the house, and my mom just dismissed them saying, 'Your brothers want to send this to their colleagues and friends.' We started getting ready for the Lakshmi puja, but we were just waiting! And I kept asking, 'Why are we delaying things, it's nine o' clock.

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lets start! And it was the first time my two adopted daughters, Pooja and Chhaya were standing around with their cameras. Usually I would film or take photographs of the celebrations! Suddenly the doorbell rang and I saw Anil's mom, dad and sister walk in.

It still didn't strike me, but I said, 'So mom, we were waiting for them?' And then my dad asked Anil to do the honours! Everybody was giggling as Anil got on his knees and pulled out a big box with a ring and asked, 'Will you be my wife?' It took me a long time to respond, I saw my mom all teary-eyed, and my daughters were both laughing and crying..

. and everybody said, 'Please say yes, he will get tired being on his knees!' So I said 'Sure!'" WEDDING TRIVIA: Manav Gangwani designed Raveena's bridal wear.

He also designed three exclusive outfits for the groom. The bride's wardrobe was 10 times more elaborate than the groom's.

Raveena got a dream wedding going, after scouting for the best possible locations with Anil. Her sangeet and mehndi parties were held on separate evenings at the Shiv Niwas Palace hotel in Udaipur.

Her wedding reception was held at the Jag Mandir Palace hotel, on Pichola Lake, Udaipur. Farah Khan Ali designed Raveena's jewellery.

Guests included the who's who of Bollywood, and a diverse range of the couple's friends like Gautam Singhania, Manish Malhotra, Vijay Mallya, Ravi and Ritu Shastri, Amar Singh, Vasundhara Raje and Subrata Roy Sahara. HRITHIK ROSHAN AND SUSSANNE KHAN WHEN: December 2000 LOVE-O-METRE: They celebrated a decade together in 2010 and have two delightful little boys, Hridhaan and Hrehaan.

THE PROPOSAL: One year after he started dating Sussanne on Valentine's Day, in 1999, Hrithik went down on his knees and proposed to her at Juhu beach in Mumbai. "I'd known since I was 12 that she was the girl for me, but that was the big moment, complete with a ring.

Earlier, on another Valentine's Day, I'd told her those three all-important words, 'I love you,'" Hrithik has been quoted saying. WEDDING TRIVIA: In a confluence of Hindu-Muslim rituals and cultures, Hrithik performed certain Hindu rites and Sussanne, Sanjay Khan's youngest daughter, performed certain Muslim rites.

The mehndi and sangeet were homespun affairs, mostly at home with close friends and family. But the wedding was a spectacular affair.

The ceremony took place at Sanjay Khan's heavilyguarded Golden Palms resorts and spa, on Bangalore's outskirts in December 2000. In a brief appearance before the media in the midst of the pre-wedding haldi ritual, Hrithik said with a laugh, "There will be no heartburn.

They are my well-wishers. They will continue to wish me luck and success," he said, referring to his choice of bride vis-avis his family's response.

"Sussanne is our last daughter and I'm very happy that she's getting married," said Feroz Khan. About 70 members of the Khan and Roshan families and their friends attended the wedding.

Guests at the reception included stars like Dimple Kapadia, Rishi and Randhir Kapoor, Uday Chopra, Karan Johar and childhood friend Abhishek Bachchan. Hrithik's mode of transport to his wedding was a white horse.

His wedding oufit was a white Jodhpuri suit with gold-embroidery designed by Rocky S, while Sussanne wore a gold and red ensemble designed by Tarun Tahiliani. ABHISHEK BACHCHAN AND AISHWARYA RAI WHEN: April 2007 LOVE-O-METRE: They have reached the half-decade mark this year and are parents to the new-born angel! THE PROPOSAL: This classy couple surprised everyone with their engagement announcement back in 2007.

Although Abhi and Ash were very hush-hush about the love brewing between them, it seemed inevitable as fate repeatedly cast them together in a slew of magnum opus projects such as "Umrao Jaan", "Dhoom 2", and what seemed a turning point, "Guru". Aishwarya becoming a part of the Bachchan parivaar started looking more imminent when she did an electrifying stage performance of Kajra Re at the 2005 IIFA Awards with senior and junior Bachchan.

Abhishek popped the question with a borrowed ring in hand (allegedly from the production department of his film), proposing to Ash spontaneously as they were heading home after the premiere of "Guru" in Toronto, waiting for their flight at the British Airways lounge at New York's JFK airport on January 12, 2007. According to eyewitnesses, a very emotional Ash accepted.

After Abhishek called home with the good news, the couple was asked to come and they had a formal engagement ceremony at Jalsa, attended only by close family friends like Amar Singh, Anil and Tina Ambani, Kirron Kher and the Johars. Finally, the couple was unafraid to hang out at each other's sets and make public appearances together.

WEDDING TRIVIA: The actual wedding became a homely, though celebrity-studded affair mostly set around the Bachchan residences, Jalsa and Pratiksha, as Teji Bachchan, Amitabh's mother, was critical. However, many details about the nuptials were unique: the wedding invite had two 'editions' - one invite only solicited blessings, while the second set actually invited a limited number of guests.

While the Bachchans sent out golden chocolate boxes with the cards, they also sent ensembles by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla to close friends. The Rais also sent out jewellery and clothes to select invitees, including close friend Subrata Roy Sahara.

Celebrations kicked off at Pratiksha with the sangeet, where it is believed a lot of family members danced to Bollywood songs, with Karan Johar playing MC. The mehndi was held at La Mer, Ash's residence.

Fifteen kilos of special Nihar henna was brought in by Shweta Nanda, Sonali Bendre, Rinkie Khanna and other close friends for Ash from Sojat in Rajasthan. A 30-foot walkway was erected at the entrance of La Mer to the main area of the ceremony.

The actual wedding saw 11 pundits from Benaras and Bangalore, and it was conducted in Arya Samaj tradition. Chanting started in the morning, and massive tents were put up to accommodate guests around Pratiksha.

The ceremony was conducted in an air-conditioned pandal in the same garden. At 5.

15 pm the colourfully-dressed dhol players kicked off the baraat from Jalsa, which ended at Pratiksha, where a bejewelled Aishwarya in a gold kanjeevaram ensemble waited for her groom. The ceremony was over by 7.

30 pm and then the friends danced the night away. KARISMA KAPOOR AND SUNJAY KAPUR WHEN: September 2003 LOVE-O-METRE: " He's (Sunjay) not the film-going sort.

I think Sunjay has made me a calmer person; if you ask me that's the one thing that has changed about me after marriage," said Karisma a year after her wedding. The couple completes a decade in 2013.

WEDDING TRIVIA: Bollywood's blueeyed girl Karisma Kapoor tied the knot with Sunjay Kapur in a ceremony marked by style and grandeur. The wedding ceremony, which was to take place at 11 am, was delayed because the groom was stuck in traffic.

Sunjay arrived at the venue at 12.45 pm and rushed inside the cottage's gates.

He was dressed in a cream sherwani and wore a gold sehra. The pheras finally took place at 1.

00 am in the presence of both families. In typical Kapoor tradition, Karisma was married at her grandfather, the late Raj Kapoor's home, R K Cottage.

The couple opted for an hour-long Sikh ceremony. At around noon, Karisma's family and friends were still busy with pre-wedding ceremonies.

Both the bride's sister Kareena and her aunt Rima Jain supervised last-minute preparations. The strains of the shehnai wafted through the air.

Outside the cottage, the scene was both crowded and confused. Curious onlookers were milling around, hoping to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars.

Journalists, photographers and camera crews had stationed themselves outside the gates of the cottage. A phalanx of policemen was doing their best to manage the crowds and the ensuing traffic jam.

Because of the crowds, no member of the RK family was present at the gates to welcome the groom and his family. Among the guests who drove in were Lolo's uncle Rishi Kapoor, actor Sanjay Kapoor who reportedly played the brother's part at the ceremony, designer Manish Malhotra, granduncles Shashi and Shammi Kapoor, filmmaker Bharat Shah, cricketer Mohammed Azharuddin and Sangeeta Bijlani, Govinda, Rahul and Akshay Khanna.

Manish Malhotra had designed Karisma's trousseau. Being a style icon herself, it wasn't a surprise when she chose to follow the unconventional route and opted for a pastel shade for her bridal outfit instead of the usual reds and maroons.

The tasselled dupatta was embellished with zari and stones. The house was decorated with flowers and the garden that surrounded the house was turned into a Sheesh Mahal-like mandap that could accommodate 600 guests who were offered non-alcoholic drinks and vegetarian starters until the wedding ceremony was completed.

Karisma's father Randhir, according to reports, opened a bottle of champagne after the wedding, after which a wellstocked bar was thrown open to the guests. An elaborate lunch was served later which included a variety of cuisines like Oriental, Thai, Chinese, Italian, French and Continental.

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Had the match been in Mumbai you could have found me in the stadium cheering like any other fan. I am a big fan of this lovely sport," said Ameesha, who was in Kolkata for the launch of Somi's Glowz Spa.

Argentina will take on Venezuela at the Salt Lake stadium in the first ever FIFA official friendly international match in India. Argentina will also play Nigeria September 6 in Dhaka.

About the city, Ameesha said: "I love this city, it's so vibrant and always on the move. People here are so loving and caring.

But traffic here is just impossible. I thought only Mumbai traffic was bad but here it is worse.

" The actress also said she loves to gorge on 'misti doi' and 'rossogolla' and this time too she has had a generous amount of the Bengali delicacies. With Durga Puja round the corner, will she be here to grace the occasion? "I would love to.

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I have heard so much about the Puja. It's the biggest festival here.

It coincides with the Navratri celebrated in Maharastra with equal pomp." The actress, who made her debut with blockbuster Kaho Naa.

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Q: You have opened the production house Ameesha Patel Production with your best friend, Kuunal Goomer. Is it a good idea to mix business with friendship? Ameesha: While I was apprehensive about starting my business ventures with my other friends, with Kuunal I knew it would only grow into something better.

After God if I trust someone it is Kuunal. It was his dream to start this production house.

He felt that I was wasting my education and I needed to do more with myself. Q: Both the directors you have signed Priyadarshan and David Dhawan didn't have a good run at the box office, recently.

Ameesha: But they have also given 40 hits. We are honoured to have them on board.

Being in this industry for 12 years, I have gone though the valleys and the peaks and seen the cyclical changes. When Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan can be written off, who are we? Therefore, we don't judge anyone from their last hits and flops.

Q: Will you act in all your home ventures? Ameesha: Yes, because I am young, pretty and a good actress. But our doors are open to all the talented actors.

I am also working in movies outside my home production like Race 2, Shortcut Romeo, Bhaiyyaji Superhit with Sunny Deol. Q: Will your good friend Sanjay Dutt act in your film? Ameesha: My production house would be incomplete if Sanju was not part of it.

Even if he is not on the mind of any director, we will make sure that there is a special role written for him. Q: How do you react to your detractors who say that Ameesha has opened her production house because no one else is giving her work? Q: Is it easier to go get work or to get hundred crore to fund yourself? Q: You think you got your due as an actor? Ameesha: Not at all but I will get it now.

Q: What went wrong? Ameesha: I did not have brains and circumstances did not allow me to take my career in the right direction. I was not a filmy kid and I came around the time when all the star kids including Kareena and Hrithik were being launched.

I had to crawl while they were already running. I am still from outside and I don't have a godfather.

I did not even have a filmy boyfriend to push me for roles. No Salman was my boyfriend, no Akshay Kumar, none of them.

Even Kuunal is from the non-filmy background. Q: Who is your Prince Charming? Ameesha: After some terrible mistakes I am still waiting for my Prince Charming.

I have never changed men to suit my career. I am a sucker for love.

Q: Will you be able to convince your friends like Hrithik and Shah Rukh who are very busy to work in your films? Ameesha: So many producers want David Dhawan and Priyadarshan but we managed to rope them. Likewise if we have a role for Hrithik or Shah Rukh we are confident enough to get them.

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Actors Pratiek, Ameesha Patel, Priyanka Chopra and Ranbir Kapoor are also trying to chalk out their itineraries, so that they can attend the event," the website stated. The website quotes a report, which says that after Don 2 shoot, Priyanka Chopra wants to chill for Sunburn 2011.

The organisers said that the line-up of this year's festival includes the hottest names of the international Electronic dance music scene, including Pete Tong, Gabriel & Dresden, Jerome Ismae, Perfect Stranger, Laughing Buddha, Rae, Brute Force gracing Su burn's shores for the first time ever. Tweet (less)

Also, my film has a lot of colour, and to top it all the story is woven around the city. So, right from the dialect to the attitude, a lot of Banarasi characters embracing all this are in the film.

" According to Pathak the film will go on floor once the elections are over in UP. Neeraj, who had visited the city twice last year while doing recce for the film, says, "Sunny will be in a never-seen-before avatar, and I want to keep it a surprise for the audience.

As far as the other cast goes, we have decided on Ameesha Patel as the main lead since Sunny and Ameesha make the best pair on screen. They are coming together after nearly a decade.

Actually, we want to recreate the magic of "Gadar" in our film. Apart from Sunny and Ameesha, the film also stars Arshad Warsi and Tusshar Kapoor, and the direcor says Priety Zinta is also being considered for a role.

Pathak and Sunny have last worked together in "Right Yaaa Wrong". Another interesting thing, from a UP perspective, according to the director, is that the film will have an actor from UP, Pankaj Tripathy, seen recently in "Agneepath", playing an important role (less)

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My 20's were so amazing..

. Now I look forward to a new decade excited, inspired and humbled," she posted on Twitter.

And with the new chapter in her life Dia has a lot to look forward to after she started her own production house with the film Love Breakups Zindagi . She also went public about her relationship with Sahil Sangha, the director of the film.

"Thank you ALL ever so much for your thoughtful messages! Overwhelmed and grateful for the love I am bestowed with. Turning 30 is FAB (sic)," Dia added on the micro-blogging site.

The actress won the title of Miss Asia Pacific in 2000 and got her first break in the industry with 2001 release Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein opposite R Madhavan. She later went on to do films like Dum , Lage Raho Munna Bhai and Acid Factory .

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The film industry was in a state of shock over the untimely demise of this prolific filmmaker. Incidentally Kanwar's elder brother K Pappu also died of the same ailment five years ago and at the age of 53.

Kanwar's body will be flown to India today. Kanwar is survived by his wife Anita and two sons Karan (20) and Abhay Kanwar (16).

The cremation will be held at Oshiwara on Sunday afternoon at 12. Raj Kanwar (earlier assistant to Rajkumar Santoshi) arrived in Bollywood with a big bang with his directorial debut Deewana which launched one of the country's biggest superstars in the form of Shah Rukh Khan .

The film went on to smash all box-office records and then Kanwar went on to create some of the biggest hits in the form of Laadla, Jeet, Daag-The Fire, Har Dil Jo Pyaar Karega and Andaaz. He successfully launched the career of several Bollywood stars - Priyanka Chopra , Lara Dutta , Arya Babbar, Amrita Rao , apart from SRK.

Known for his shy nature and extremely low-profile life style, Kanwar was a man of few words whose only passion was cinema. In the last couple of years Kanwar launched Shatrughan Sinha's son Luv in Saadiyaan, which was a flop and was planning his next film.

Movies directed Sadiyaan (2010) | Humko Deewana Kar Gaye (2006) | Andaaz (2003) | Ab Ke Baras (2002) | Farz (2001) | Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke (2000) | Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega..

. (2000) | Badal (2000) | Daag: The Fire (1999) | Itihaas (1997) | Jeet (1996) | Jaan (1996) | Kartavya (1995) | Laadla (1994) | Deewana (1992) Bollywood grieves Shah Rukh Khan Launched by Kanwar in Deewana My friend Raj Kanwarji passed away.

The impermanence of life, makes one feel so helpless. May his soul rest in peace.

Aisi Deewangi..

.miss u sir Akshay Kumar Worked with Raj Kanwar in Andaaz and Humko Deewane Kar Gaye Deeply saddened to know, Raj Kanwar, one of our finest directors passed away.

He'd directed two of my personal favourite films of my career, Andaaz and Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye. My thoughts and prayers with his family.

RIP. Lara Dutta Launched by Raj Kanwar in Andaaz R.

I.P.

Raj ji. Friend,director and guide.

Bid goodbye with a very heavy heart! :-(. We lost a kind, gentle, positive man Abhishek Bachchan Worked with him in Dhai Akshar Prem Ke Terribly saddened by the passing of Raj Kanwar.

Was the first person to sign me after Refugee. He made Aishwarya and my first film together.

Dhai Akshar Prem Ke. Was a lovely man, always happy, smiling and joking.

Have wonderful memories of him. Now no more.

Priyanka Chopra Launched by him in Andaaz Saddens me so much,my 1st director Raj Kanwar passed away..

RIP Rajji..

U believed in me when even I didn't. Andaaz taught me everything I know Suneel Darshan Produced Andaaz, which Raj Kanwar directed I have very fine memories of Raj.

Our relationship spanned over 25 years.He worked with me as an assiatant director in the late 1980s.

He directed Andaaz for me in 2003. He was a very brilliant filmmaker but not very media savvy.

He had an illustrious career. His death is too shocking.

He was just in his 50s. He met me before he left for Singapore.

That was my last meeting with him. Amrita Rao Launched by Raj Kanwar in Ab Ke Baras How can I forget the first filmmaker who I debuted with? He was a tough taskmaster and a perfectionist.

He demanded high voltage performances from his actors and made sure that they delivered in their first take. Rumi Jaffery Wrote Har Dil Jo Pyaar Karega for Kanwar I tried calling him a few days back to show him my film.

He used to ask me about it. I couldn't connect to him at the time.

I landed back from Dubai and received a message about his death. He was a very good friend.

Luv Sinha launched by Raj Kanwar in Saadiyaan He was a very lively person, always full of life even when he was unwell. It was entertaining to be around him.

As a director, he would try explaining things differently and it was a learning experience. I still can't get over the shock.

He was very quick in his work and he had a good music sense (less)

I am quite comfortable with my body. I want to wear bikinis.

Sayali Bhagat in a bikini would definitely add value to any film," she said in a statement. "I work out regularly and have one of the hottest bodies in B-town.

I am fed up of playing the good girl on screen. Now I am looking for a change of image and would love to do sexy roles like Bipasha in 'Dhoom 2'.

I don't understand all this talk about girls refusing to sport a bikini in 'Dhoom 3'. I'd gladly do it and look super hot too," she said.

"But sadly, I am only getting performance-oriented roles 'Halla Bol' and 'Jail' where I am dressed from top to toe. Even in my next movie 'Ghost' opposite Shiney Ahuja, I play a doctor.

Even in Tinu Verma's 'This Weekend', I play a tomboy except for that one song with Rajneesh Duggal wherein I have donned a sexy orange bikini. Thank god for small mercies," she added.

Sayali has replaced Ameesha Patel in tennis star Leader Paes's debut project "Rajdhani Express" (less)

� Ameesha is all enthusiastic�to play the role of a rich, glamorous girl in the film. And Neil's character of a local rowdy goon will be reminiscent of his "Johnny Gaddar" days.

� This fast-paced thriller promises to be full of�conspiracy, betrayal and love angles. "The drama unfolds like a�game of chess," says Ameesha.

Under the working title of "Shortcut Romeo",�shooting is scheduled to�start�next month. Multitasking in her new role of an actor-turned-producer, she confesses to have little time to relax and is concentrating full-time on making fun films with David Dhawan and Priyadarshan.

"There's another surprise coming from my production house soon," she signs off excitedly (less)

And now, Mumbai Mirror has learnt that producer Fauzia Arshi and director Neeraj Pathak are keen on cashing in on the dynamic duo in their action thriller Bhaiyyaji Superhit, under the Daily Multimedia banner. A friend close to the director revealed that the male leads in the film were confirmed, but finding a female lead proved to be a major challenge.

Pathak's friend explained how the decision to cast Ameesha opposite Sunny came about, saying, "Sunny, Arshad and Tusshar were brought on-board some time ago. But, Fauzia and Neeraj spent a lot of time deliberating about which actress to approach to essay the female lead in the film.

It then occurred to them that Sunny and Ameesha were an outstanding on-screen couple in Gadar: Ek Prem Katha. Also, she seemed like the apt choice for the character.

" When contacted, Arshi confirmed the news, "We had to start shooting in January. We had finalised the entire cast with Sunny, Arshad and Tusshar, but we could not finalise the female lead.

We brainstormed a lot of options. When Ameesha's name came up, everyone loved the idea of having her on-board.

And so, she will start shooting for Bhaiyyaji Superhit in the first week of January." (less)

Had the match been in Mumbai you could have found me in the stadium cheering like any other fan. I am a big fan of this lovely sport," said Ameesha, who was in Kolkata for the launch of Somi's Glowz Spa.

Argentina will take on Venezuela at the Salt Lake stadium in the first ever FIFA official friendly international match in India. Argentina will also play Nigeria September 6 in Dhaka.

About the city, Ameesha said: "I love this city, it's so vibrant and always on the move. People here are so loving and caring.

But traffic here is just impossible. I thought only Mumbai traffic was bad but here it is worse.

" The actress also said she loves to gorge on 'misti doi' and 'rossogolla' and this time too she has had a generous amount of the Bengali delicacies. With Durga Puja round the corner, will she be here to grace the occasion? "I would love to.

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I have heard so much about the Puja. It's the biggest festival here.

It coincides with the Navratri celebrated in Maharastra with equal pomp." The actress, who made her debut with blockbuster Kaho Naa.

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Pyaar Hai opposite reigning star Hrithik Roshan, has started her own production house which is coming up with a Priyadarshan directed movie starring her. Tweet (less)

He says, "Rajini is a super human being and deserving of all the honours that people or the administration may confer on him. He will never advocate his own cause, having known him closely for over two decades, I can vouch for his simplicity and honesty.

'' Rajini was given the Padma Bhushan a decade ago (less)

First time I attended a Ganpati in a friend's house. It was so nice to see faith being celebrated with so much love," Shah Rukh posted on his Twitter page.

The actor, who is married to a Hindu, had recently hosted an Eid party at his residence. It was attended by his friends like Karan Johar, Farhan Akhtar and Sanjay Dutt.

Shah Rukh, who has been busy preparing for the release of his mega-budget production "RA.One", says he is quite exhausted with the work.

"Overworked.overeaten.

overunderslept.overquestioned.

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Asked if the group, consisting of Victoria Beckham, Emma Bunton, Mel C, Geri Halliwell and Mel B, were going to reform for the 2012 London Olympics, she said: "I think the Queen's Jubilee concert is the event I'd be looking at more closely for that to happen." However, she quickly changed the subject after realising she had made the omission and after the show she admitted it was all "top-secret" information still, reports thesun.

co.uk.

Mel told TV crew off-air: "I am going to be in such strife for saying that. It's all so totally bloody top-secret still.

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Here's a flashback into the prem kahani that has never been told. The first meeting Riteish: I was flying to Hyderabad for the test shoot of Tujhe Meri Kasam and I was told that the girl opposite me would be there.

I walked out of the airport and met Genelia's mom. Then I saw this tall girl looking in the opposite direction, completely ignoring me.

I was like, 'Why is she behaving like this?' Genelia (butts in): I did say, 'Hi!' I'd found out two days before that he was the Chief Minister's son so I assumed he was a spoilt brat..

. a typical politician's son.

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so I thought I'd give him attitude before he did! (laughs) Otherwise, I am shy and reserved by nature. Breaking the ice Genelia: The minute I spoke to him, I realised he was a nice person.

On the set, Riteish binds people. I didn't know anything about films then but he made it look so easy.

Also I found it endearing how he was so respectful of my parents and elders. Riteish: Itni taareef maine apne bare mein itne saalon mein nahin suni hai! Woh pehli baar.

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Riteish: We started working as strangers, then began understanding each other. Off the sets we soon became best friends.

I would discuss architecture with her while she would discuss college and exams with me! The beauty of a relationship is when you get used to a person; it is not sudden. It is just a process, and you don't realise when love happens.

After I came back from the Hyderabad schedule, I started missing her. I wondered whether it was right to call her or not.

That dilemma lasted for a few days. Genelia: I was completely floored by Riteish's personality.

I think guys like him are rare in today's world. I love listening to him and enjoy his views.

Falling in love was gradual. Every stage was played out very correctly - be it friends, be it best friends or life partners.

Confessing love Riteish: There was no great realisation of love overnight, nor were there any great declarations. It was understood.

We didn't need to tell each other anything. We were together for days, which went into months and then years.

Genelia: The gradual development of our love was so unbelievable that it surprised us. We just grew together.

The best part is that we've never stopped being friends no matter how much our relationship has grown. The romantic one Riteish: Neither of us are terribly romantic people, but we believe in special moments.

Small things that have happened unknowingly have become romantic moments. Like this year on New Year's night, we suddenly decided to stop at a coffee shop at 11.

30 pm and spend some time together. We try and find happiness in small things.

Genelia: We enjoy life and each other's company. We have a great time over coffee.

My world is very small - it includes my parents, Riteish and a couple of friends. When you keep your world so precise, you know what your priorities are.

Him and her Riteish: She is my flag-bearer. I draw unconditional support and love from her.

Genelia's love holds me together and to understand her love is something else. It is amazing.

Genelia: I love Riteish. He lets me be.

He encourages and pushes me. He's proud of me and he's such a secure person.

At times, I get cranky but he's always cool and handles things with maturity. I also love the way he conducts life and his willingness to listen first and then speak.

I hate you Riteish: I hate her memory! While there are certain things I may want to forget, she remembers everything. With time, some things need to be forgotten! Genelia: What I don't like about him is that he the world's busiest man.

Even on a holiday he will manage to be busy! He will call and tell me he has these meetings and can meet me in between. Fight club Riteish: We hardly fight.

We have differences of opinion. I goof up most of the time but we never yell at each other.

I am usually the one to make up first. To make up with a girl is an ever-evolving process! Genelia: I wait for Riteish to sort it out.

The proposal Genelia: He hasn't proposed as yet..

. (giggles) Riteish: It's an arranged marriage, so there was no need to propose formally.

No proposal! Riteish: I have always been weak-kneed in front of her (smiles)! Shaadi ke din bache hai na - kar doonga main propose tab! She was a teenager when we started dating, and I was in my 20s. We have grown up together, having gone from being really childish to having a sense of maturity.

Genelia: Formal proposals are mere rituals. It's important to be happy with the person you are with.

The engagement Genelia: There's no sparkler (she shows her bare fingers). He's given himself to me, so that's fine.

Riteish is my biggest and only sparkler. Riteish: Shaadi se pehle de doonga! Shaadi ke baad Riteish: Agar yeh kaam nahi karegi toh ghar kaise chalega? (laughs) Every decision that's been made has been hers, but Genelia has always been gracious enough to discuss it with me.

So whether she wants to work in films or not is up to her. Whatever she decides is okay with me.

Genelia: He's always told me that it is my decision whether I want to work after marriage or not. Of course, I will prioritise my work differently post marriage.

I don't want to be part of the rat race, but I do want to be part of something good (less)

Actors Pratiek, Ameesha Patel, Priyanka Chopra and Ranbir Kapoor are also trying to chalk out their itineraries, so that they can attend the event," the website stated. The website quotes a report, which says that after Don 2 shoot, Priyanka Chopra wants to chill for Sunburn 2011.

The organisers said that the line-up of this year's festival includes the hottest names of the international Electronic dance music scene, including Pete Tong, Gabriel & Dresden, Jerome Ismae, Perfect Stranger, Laughing Buddha, Rae, Brute Force gracing Su burn's shores for the first time ever. Tweet (less)

BT came to know that the film is to be picturised in Prague , Paris and David wants Ameesha to spend at least 15 days to imbibe the energy of Parisians and understand their way of life. Ameesha also confirmed the news saying, "It's a first for me.

And yes, I am really excited to test the waters by playing the role of a high-profile Indian prostitute in Paris.' The film is being produced by Ameesha Patel Productions.

Her business partner Kuunal Goomer adds, "Davidji is in Goa currently shooting for Chashmebaddoor and also preparing for his son's wedding there. Once done, we are geared to roll by April.

The film is a romantic thriller with good comedy and suspense as well. We will shoot Ameesha with real Parisian hookers on the streets there.

The effect will be magical." David feels that this will be Ameesha's best role till date.

Since, she can carry off versatile looks, this time around, the prostitute's look is going to be slick, just like the real life prostitutes there. Meanwhile, the actress has just got back from Bangkok after taking a much-deserved New Year's break with Kuunal, his wife Shamble and friends.

She's working on Shortcut Romeo opposite Neil Nitin Mukesh , second schedule of Race 2, which is to start soon. Bhaiyyaji Superhit with Sunny Deol is starting soon (less)

In fact, it's just a matter of one peg too many, and the maar-dhaad begins. Here's the gallery of the infamous punches: Sohail Khan Sohail beat up Sikander Kher at a Mumbai nightspot after Kher took a dig at Khan's bhai, Salman.

It was also reported that Ashmit Patel jumped in to support Sohail. Anupam Kher had even filed a police complaint against the two.

Ashmit Patel That isn't the only brawl Ashmit's been in. The man clearly deserves his own subhead for taking a panga with and breaking the nose of Vicky, the make-up man and best buddy of Imran Khan , in a pub.

Salman Khan Salman Khan punched a photographer trying to take pics of then-girlfriend Katrina Kaif in 2004. Rahul Bhatt The "Bigg Boss" alumnus played big brother to Pooja Bhatt and beat up her ex-boyfriend Ranvir Shorey after he misbehaved with her in 2002.

Rahul was booked for assault. Govinda The funnyman did not find an onlooker on the sets of "Money Hai Toh Honey Hai" all that funny.

Govinda slapped him for trying to 'tease' and 'distract' him. Another person who Govinda didn't find funny is Aryan Vaid.

Vaid slapped Govinda too hard during the filming of "Do Lucky!". Not only did Govinda shove his co-star for being that impudent, even director Neeraj Vohra got a slap! Zayed Khan Zayed beat up three men in two separate instances, after they reportedly tried to make a pass at bhabhi Natasha and wife Malaika.

Hollywood's fight club Avril Lavigne Avril got into a hissy catfight in a nightclub and then left her boyfriend, who suffered a head injury while trying to save her, to fend for himself. Shia LeBouf Shia is not just famous for picking a fight in Vancouver, but for losing it.

Spectators who witnessed the drunk brawling Shia, swore that the actor was almost beaten to pulp. Leonardo DiCaprio Leo, in his brash younger days, got into a fist fight with two men with actress Elizabeth Berkley , after she rebuffed his advances.

Cheryl Cole Don't be fooled by her petite frame, Cheryl was actually jailed for attacking toilet attendant Sophie Amogbokpa, and accompanying Cole's punches, was her racist rant against the black attendant. The Online Slapgate flood Joydas: Shirish Kunder said something about Ra.

One. In Response SRK MaRa.

One Laugh Riot: SRK: How was the slap?? kunder: raw.one Roflindian: SRK, the alpha male in Bollywood punched Shirish, the Gama Pahalwan.

In physics, you call it Alpha Beta Gamma. Delta blow BEALOTUS: #Shirish Kunder Farah Khan said "TEES MAAR KHAN".

SRK said "JAANEMAN, MAIN HOON NA" Lord_Ram: Shirish Kunder shall henceforth be mentioned in every conversation as, "Isn't he the guy who SRK slapped?" All his life. Indeed mauveblue2020: after the weak RBDJ, insipid MNIK, utter-bore Ra.

One, lacklusture Don 2..

. SRK delivers a HIT !! islejazz: SRK slapped Shirish Kunder because shirish was using ladkiyon wali fairness cream YourFriendPinto: Shirish Kunder - thappad se darr nahin lagta saheb, Ra.

ONE se lagta hai. SRK - Ok, so here goes.

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*SLAP* unfairandlovely: I think it was just a case of misunderstanding. #ShirishKunder must have gone up to #SRK and said, "Tees maar, Khan!" #29SlapsPending @MTVIndia: Dear Shirish Kunder, Kha.

One Regards, Shah Rukh Khan @neelesh_the786: Shirish Kunder say to Farah when he reached back home..

tumne hi 6 pack abs banwaye the naa, Pad gaya chain..

. Bollywood's online opinion Dabboo Ratnani: I was present at Sanj's party & Without Any Bias I Fully Support Shah Rukh @iamsrk Kamaal R Khan: SRK is having big heart and I am sure he will say sorry to Shirish Bhai and then they both will be friend again so ppl chill maaro pls ameesha patel: Glad@iamsrk told shirish off n put him in place.

srk has done so much 4 farah. they shud b grateful n not abusing srk Farah Khan (the jewellery designer): Got calls in the middle of work asking me if @iamsrk slapped my hubby.

Had to clarify I am the jewellery designer! (less)

A source reveals, "This is the first time Madhuri is in town for Rikku's birthday. She's planning to make it special for him by hosting a birthday party.

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We hear KJo will be griling the 30-year-old when she comes to India next month. Apparently, she wanted to be interviewed by someone of a certain standing, and her agents did their homework and zeroed in on Karan Johar's Koffee With Karan as the biggest celebrity show.

A few calls were made and Karan was contacted. KJo agreed to interview her, but the fourth season of his show has already wrapped.

However, since she was keen, he asked the channel if they would be interested in shooting a special show with the American heiress. Given her international celebrity status, they jumped at the opportunity.

The host will have enough to ask Paris, controversy's favourite child, whose love life is often in the news. The great-granddaughter of Conrad Hilton, founder of Hilton Hotels, she first came into the limelight in 2003 when an ex leaked their sex tape.

Since then, she has become famous just for being famous, and dabbled in a number of things - a few acting gigs, a music album, and the TV show The Simple Life. In recent years, she has starred in a number of reality shows like Paris Hilton's My New BFF and The World According To Paris, among others.

She has also had her fair share of brushes with the law and served a widely publicised sentence in a Los Angeles county jail in 2007 (less)

Shortcut Romeo will be the remake of 2006 Tamil film Thiruttu Payale When contacted, Ameesha told Mumbai Mirror, "I am extremely happy and excited to do such a thrilling film. It's a very intelligent script and a step forward from the same genre of suspense thrillers that I have been part of before.

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13) Talaash (Releasing on 1st June 2012. Verdict: Hit):- The title of this Aamir-Rani -Kareena starrer adds up to Number 18 - which is not a positive octave of Number 9.

There are some films which have the 'luck' attached to it and 'Talaash' may just click simply because of that factor. Aamir (14th March 1965) will be entering his 48th year soon which once again is a great phase for him and that's the film biggest trump card.

Even Rani Mukherji (21st March 1978) and Kareena Kapoor's (21st September 1980) fortunes are riding high and the film will ensure superb collection. Tip: When you have actors with a midas touch, half the battle is won.

14) Rowdy Rathore (Releasing on 15th June 2012. Verdict: Flop):- The title of this UTV and Sanjay Leela Bhansali venture adds up to Number 46 - which is a favorable number.

But actor Akshay Kumar (9th September 1967) running in his 45th year is passing through a topsy-turvy phase in his career. While the film and his role will be appreciated by a few, a certain section of the audience may just dislike it totally.

After a successful debut, Sonakshi Sinha (2nd June 1987) may also receive mixed reviews. Tip: The UTV -Sanjay Leela Bhansali collaboration seems to be jinxed.

15) Teri Meri Kahaani (Releasing on 22nd June 2012. Verdict: Flop):- The title of this Kunal Kohli produced and directed enterprise is adding up to Number 36 - which is a lucky number promising authority, power and command.

But like there is a saying 'Man proposes, God disposes' - the year 2012 (Number 5 - Mercury) does not support anything to do with Number 9 ( Mars ) and hence the film will fail to even take off. The compound number arrived by adding the release date is also Number 5 which will further mar the prospects of this love story.

Even the lead pairs Shahid Kapoor (25th February 1981) and Priyanka Chopra's (18th July 1982) real life on - off romance may not be able to attract people in hordes and salvage the show. Tip: Shahid in his 31st year may not have a memorable 2012 while Priyanka in her 30th year might have to remain happy just with prasises galore for doing good work.

16) Dangerous Ishq (Releasing in June 2012. Verdict: Hit):- The title of this Vikram Bhatt thriller adds up to Number 46 - one of the most powerful octaves of Number 1.

It is also amongst the best numbers for the supremely talented Karisma Kapoor (25th June1974) who's making her comeback after a hiatus with this 3D film. She running in her 38th year will prove extremely lucky for her and it will rub off on the film as well.

Tip: For best results, the film should release on 22nd June 2012. 17) Barfii (Releasing in July 2012.

Verdict: Flop):- The title of this long in the making film is vibrating on Number 15 - which is a very lucky and powerful octave of Number 6 with strong magnetism, but also has a certain voluptuous temperament. Going by the meaning derived from it, the film will appeal only to a class audience and the rest may remain indifferent.

Both Ranbir (28th September 1982) and Priyanka (18th July 1982) in their 30th year will give award worthy performances but the box office rewards would clearly be missing. Tip: The film was originally spelled as 'Barfee'.

The makers should immediately go back to that spelling as it vibrated on a much better Number 23 (Mercury) which is directly supporting the year 2012. 18) Bol Bachchan (Releasing on 6th July 2012.

Verdict: Hit):- The title of this Ajay Devgn-Abhishek Bachchan action comedy is adding up to Number 37 - which is 'good news' as it is a very favorable number. Whil Abhishek (5th February 1976) will bring in the laughs and pull the house down, Ajay (2nd April 1969) will succeed in adding a dose of thrill.

Tip: The trio of Ajay Devgn-Abhishek Bachchan-Rohit Shetty which did not find many takers in their last attempt 'Zameen' will be hitting the 'bulls eye' this time. 18) Ek Tha Tiger (Releasing in August 2012.

Verdict: Super Hit):- The title of this Eid attraction coming from Yashraj Films vibrates on Number 32 - which is a lucky number usually associated with combinations of people and nations. Just that the person should hold to his/her own judgment and opinions, if not, his/her plans are likely to become wrecked by the stubbornness and stupidity of others.

The year 2012 which adds up to Number 5 (Mercury) being directly in sync with the name of the film would make it one of the biggest hits of the year. Salman (27th December 1965) in his 47th year and Katrina (16th July 1984) in her 29th are capable of breaking all box office records.

Tip: As the exact release date hasn't been decided, coming on 3rd or 24th August would be the best option. 19) Joker (Releasing on 30th August 2012.

Verdict: Hit):- The title of this fantasy adventure 3D film adds up to Number 17 which is an extremely fortunate number. Plus the year 2012 (Number 5 - Mercury) is supportive of people, places, names etc.

which vibrate on Number 8 (Saturn) and hence the film may actually turn out to be a delightful experience. Akshay (9th September 1967) in his 45th year would be liked for his work while Sonakshi (2nd June 1987) would also make her presence felt.

Tip: Director Shirish Kunder may finally get it 'right' this time. 20) Raaz 3 (Releasing on 31st August 2012.

Verdict: Hit):- The title of this 3D horror film adds up to Number 14 - which is fortunate for dealings with money, speculation and changes in business, but there is always a strong element of risk and danger attached to it, generally owing to the actions and foolhardiness of others. From the meaning derived from it, this one will take you on an enjoyable ride and everyone involved with the project from actors Emraan Hashmi, Sunny Leone, Rahul Bhatt and director Vikram Bhatt will tend to gain from this project.

Tip: Vikram will complete his 'hat-trick' with the success of this film. 21) Heroine (Releasing in September 2012.

Verdict: Hit):- The title of this Madhur Bhandarkar production adds up to Number 30 - which is good, but nothing great. His most ambitious project till date, Madhur is likely to receive both bouquets and flak/ brick bats in this Bollywoodised version of his own 'Fashion'.

Kareena (21st September 1980) in her 33rd year will be loved across the board for putting her heart, sweat and blood in a role which most actresses wait for a lifetime to play on screen. Tip: The movie will turn to be too much of a predictable fare who people who always expect something different Madhur every time.

22) Khiladi 786 (Releasing in November 2012. Verdict: Flop):- The title of this Akshay Kumar - Himesh Reshammiya jointly produced and enacted film is vibrating on Number 38 - which is a very unlucky number.

It denotes uncertainties and treachery. It foreshadows trials, tribulation, unexpected dangers, unreliable friends and deception caused by members of the opposite sex.

It gives grave warning if it comes out in anything concerning future events. Akshay (9th September 1967) who is Number 9 (Mars) person does not gel with a Number 5 (Mercury) at all and fellow partner Himesh (23rd July 1973) is directly ruled by this number.

A perfect recipe for a 'disaster'. As a result, the movie will be a box office dud.

Tip: Their association will soon go kaput and this may be their first and last project together. 23) Race 2 (Releasing on 30th November 2012.

Verdict: Hit):- The vibration of the sequel to the 2008 hit film is summing up to Number 13 - contrary to popular belief, this number is not unfortunate. Just that, it is symbolized as a power which should not be misused or it may wreak destruction upon itself.

In short, the second part will turn out to be a bigger success and all the actors namely Saif Ali Khan (16th August 1970), Anil Kapoor (24th December 1959), John Abraham (17th December 1972), Deepika Padukone (5th January 1986), Jacqueline Fernandez (2nd June 1985) and Ameesha Patel (9th June 1975) will 'race' ahead in their respective careers post the release of this film. Tip: The movie should hit the screens on 23rd November 2012 as that's the best date to extract fantastic results.

24) Son Of Sardar (Releasing on 30th November 2012. Verdict: Flop):- The title of this Ajay Devgn produced venture is adding up to Number 43 - which is an unfortunate number symbolized by the signs of revolution, upheaval, strife, failure and prevention.

The film may draw unnecessary attention due to some controversy or the other during its release, but even that may not impress the audiences to make a beeline outside cinemas. Tip: Even powerhouse performers like Ajay Devgn (2nd April 1969) and Sanjay Dutt's (29th July 1959) antics may fail to draw enough attention.

25) Dabangg 2 (Releasing in December 2012. Verdict: Super Hit):- The title of this sequel to the 2010 blockbuster film vibrates on Number 21 - which is symbolized by the picture of 'the Universe' and it is also called 'the Crown of the Magi'.

It is a number of advancement, honors, elevation in life and general success. This one will break the records of the first part and many other films released during the year 2012.

Every section of the audience will simply lap this film up without giving any second thoughts and it would make this - the highest grossing film of the year. Tip: The best is reserved for the last in 2012.

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And now there's Sanjay Dutt. The sequel to Abbas-Mustan's 2008 hit thriller Race is getting bigger by the minute.

Mumbai Mirror has learnt that Dutt has been signed for Abbas-Mustan's ambitious sequel Race 2. A source close to the film informed, "Abbas-Mustan were very keen to have Sanju in the film.

They even convinced the producers, Tips and UTV." Sanjay Dutt's role in the film is however, being kept under the wraps as of now.

Talking about Sanjay's character in the film, our source added, "He has just signed the film. So it's too early to divulge the details.

But yes, it's a very integral role and quite a strong one. The story takes an interesting turn when Dutt enters the film.

" While Bipasha Basu and Saif Ali Khan, who were also a part of the first will appear in the film simply to make the connect, the rest of the cast will reprotedly take the story forward. In fact, the scene between Bipasha and John was edited by the filmmakers since John and Bips were not required to be togeher in the film.

Race 2 was originally supposed to be produced by Tips alone. However, with the cast getting bigger, UTV entered into a partnership with Tips.

Having produced Race with Tips earlier, the two production house share a good working relationship. They now have a two-film-deal to co-produce Race 2 and Riteish and Genelia starrer Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya.

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Shooting for Shortcut Romeo there will be fun. Kenya.

Looking forward to my trip. Will hopefully be a beautiful peaceful place for me to connect with nature and myself! Only I know I so need it," tweeted Neil, who has been growing his golden locks for the movie.

Shortcut Romeo is the Hindi remake of 2006 Tamil film Thiruttu Payale , which was also directed by Ganesan. Besides Neil, the film stars Ameesha Patel and Puja Gupta.

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Or he would have winced, "Don't be silly. Let's get on with the photo-shoot!" His men Friday Parvez and Mangesh would spread the black canvas against his living room's library.

Or lavender, crimson, white rolls would be scrolled down, the lights patted to precise place, some noting of technical points, a penultimate appraisal of the atmosphere. No chit-chattering allowed.

And Gautam Rajadhyaksha would capture his object, speed-flattering the heroine du jour, "Beautiful! Outstanding..

.now chin up there.

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chin up, hold it, look to the left, now at me darling." For a newspaper reporter --- accustomed to fire outbreaks, house collapses and slum demolitions - photography was flash-bulbed images published in three-column-wide black-and-white.

At Filmfare, Gautam Rajadhyaksha shot Madhuri Dixit in a blonde wig. The intention had been to upbeat her as Material Girl Madonna.

Since it had been clicked before I was slalommed in the editor's chair, Gautam was wary. I was more than likely to nix it.

After all, my first cover was a rather newsy pairing of Ajay Devgn-Karisma Kapoor garbed as politicians, with khadi, spectacles and folded hands. A conversation with Gautam later, I learnt I had to be receptive to beauty.

Movie stars inspire dreams. He took my blinkers off, Madhuri as Madonna altered my life, ingraining in me fundamentals which would be absolutely invaluable years later in the course of film direction.

The title song of Fiza was shot as a photo-session. The lighting, colours and the concentration on close-ups were imitative of Gautam: hyper-glamorous and yet disclosing a human connect between the face and camera.

Trust Gautam was adored. He hid blemishes, he could make Cruella da Ville look like an Angel of Mercy.

Stars knew they were in safe hands. Those who thought they were beeswax, shifted allegiance to more submissive photographers.

Yet they will acknowledge that no one else defined their personality accurately. Rekha is a control-freak when it comes to her images.

She has been deified by Gautam, catching her most obvious quality: looking at herself in a mirror. Gautam would say that was an accidental shot.

Kajol was his all-time favourite. She debuted in Bekhudi written by him.

Madhuri was his Anjaam girl. Asha Bhosle has consistently said, "He made me look young because he never wanted me to grow old.

" Lata Mangeshkar trusted him to shoot her. Those who betrayed his trust didn't annoy him.

He'd just shrug, "It's okay." Gautam shot several photos of Bachchan Sr and family for the book To B or Not to Be.

When he saw the cover picture by a British photographer, he shrugged. It happens.

To hide wrinkles, pimples, acne and facial fuzz, Gautam would go perilously soft-focus. "Please, it'll look too hazy!" I'd screech.

To that, he'd huff, "Oh, you just have a thing against 'softies'." Star politics Gautam would keep out of it.

Gossip wasn't shared. Neither were remnants from a photo-session passed on 'discreetly'.

Around the last couple of years, certain stars who'd been regulars at his studio had evaporated into thin air. "If they need me, they know my number," he'd reason.

Sooraj Barjatya would still get him to shoot his promotional campaigns, to which he'd say, "He hasn't forgotten I did Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun!" Politics or not, Gautam became somewhat reclusive. He'd go underground on his birthday (September 16).

Last year for his 60th, he treated himself and aide Mangesh, to a trip to Europe. Can media persons be friends? I can't claim that honour with anyone else but Gautam.

He'd throw his house open in Coonoor if I wanted to run away. He made me survive stressful weeks, saying I whined too much.

He initiated the tradition of setting up a behind-the-stage camera tent at the Filmfare Awards show to click awardees with trophies. At the follow-up party at a multi-star hotel, he'd group the winners for a keepsake photograph.

Never included himself. He'd toss his shawl, go about the ritual in his white kurta-pajama.

And say, "Beautiful..

.now look this way.

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smiille!" Thank you, I couldn't have smiled without you. (Khalid Mohamed is film critic, filmmaker and consulting editor to Deccan Chronicle) Shobhaa remembers her cousin He was my cousin and confidante.

He made each and every subject feel comfortable..

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and gorgeous! We adored his elegance, his eloquence and his knowledge. What most people don't know is that he was a superlative cook and a foodie.

I used to wait for an opportunity for him to serve me lunch whenever we were shooting together. Gautam's legacy is all those immortal images he leaves behind.

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. images that are uniquely Gautam! (less)

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Q: You have opened the production house Ameesha Patel Production with your best friend, Kuunal Goomer. Is it a good idea to mix business with friendship? Ameesha: While I was apprehensive about starting my business ventures with my other friends, with Kuunal I knew it would only grow into something better.

After God if I trust someone it is Kuunal. It was his dream to start this production house.

He felt that I was wasting my education and I needed to do more with myself. Q: Both the directors you have signed Priyadarshan and David Dhawan didn't have a good run at the box office, recently.

Ameesha: But they have also given 40 hits. We are honoured to have them on board.

Being in this industry for 12 years, I have gone though the valleys and the peaks and seen the cyclical changes. When Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan can be written off, who are we? Therefore, we don't judge anyone from their last hits and flops.

Q: Will you act in all your home ventures? Ameesha: Yes, because I am young, pretty and a good actress. But our doors are open to all the talented actors.

I am also working in movies outside my home production like Race 2, Shortcut Romeo, Bhaiyyaji Superhit with Sunny Deol. Q: Will your good friend Sanjay Dutt act in your film? Ameesha: My production house would be incomplete if Sanju was not part of it.

Even if he is not on the mind of any director, we will make sure that there is a special role written for him. Q: How do you react to your detractors who say that Ameesha has opened her production house because no one else is giving her work? Q: Is it easier to go get work or to get hundred crore to fund yourself? Q: You think you got your due as an actor? Ameesha: Not at all but I will get it now.

Q: What went wrong? Ameesha: I did not have brains and circumstances did not allow me to take my career in the right direction. I was not a filmy kid and I came around the time when all the star kids including Kareena and Hrithik were being launched.

I had to crawl while they were already running. I am still from outside and I don't have a godfather.

I did not even have a filmy boyfriend to push me for roles. No Salman was my boyfriend, no Akshay Kumar, none of them.

Even Kuunal is from the non-filmy background. Q: Who is your Prince Charming? Ameesha: After some terrible mistakes I am still waiting for my Prince Charming.

I have never changed men to suit my career. I am a sucker for love.

Q: Will you be able to convince your friends like Hrithik and Shah Rukh who are very busy to work in your films? Ameesha: So many producers want David Dhawan and Priyadarshan but we managed to rope them. Likewise if we have a role for Hrithik or Shah Rukh we are confident enough to get them.

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I have so much respect for my co-actresses that I really enjoy working with them. Also, as 99 percent of my films are romantic, you need a lot of bonding, a lot of sharing with each other, this brings out the goodness of scenes we produce," Shah Rukh said at an event.

The 45-year-old, known as a perfect on-screen lover, has appeared in romantic sagas like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge , Dil To Pagal Hai , Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Kal Ho Naa Ho . Shah Rukh who wooed newcomer Anushka Sharma in Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi said: "My first film with Anushka was Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi and I felt that she is a good actress.

She is young, sweet, bubbly, energetic and really wonderful to be with. I look forward to working with her and she has a different way of acting.

I really like it. She has a robust style of acting.

Very carefree and I like that a lot." Now, the lover boy image of Shah Rukh is on hold for some time, as the dimpled-smile actor has been busy with projects RA.

One and Don 2 . RA.

One , a superhero film, has been directed by Anubhav Sinha and stars Shah Rukh, Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal. The film is slated for release Oct 26.

Don 2: The Chase Continues , an action thriller starring Priyanka Chopra, will release December 23. Recently, SRK said that he is looking forward to doing a soft romantic film.

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I am quite comfortable with my body. I want to wear bikinis.

Sayali Bhagat in a bikini would definitely add value to any film," she said in a statement. "I work out regularly and have one of the hottest bodies in B-town.

I am fed up of playing the good girl on screen. Now I am looking for a change of image and would love to do sexy roles like Bipasha in 'Dhoom 2'.

I don't understand all this talk about girls refusing to sport a bikini in 'Dhoom 3'. I'd gladly do it and look super hot too," she said.

"But sadly, I am only getting performance-oriented roles 'Halla Bol' and 'Jail' where I am dressed from top to toe. Even in my next movie 'Ghost' opposite Shiney Ahuja, I play a doctor.

Even in Tinu Verma's 'This Weekend', I play a tomboy except for that one song with Rajneesh Duggal wherein I have donned a sexy orange bikini. Thank god for small mercies," she added.

Sayali has replaced Ameesha Patel in tennis star Leader Paes's debut project "Rajdhani Express" (less)

They are acting together in Bhaiyyaji Superhit. Says the excited actress, "What's striking is that I will romance not one but two Sunnys, as he is playing a double role.

It's a first for him and for me too. Sunny's comic timing is excellent, and the audiences loved him in Yamla Pagla Deewana.

This film captures his comic side again." Ameesha plays a glamorous diva in the film, who is being pursued by three men - Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor and Prakash Raj.

Apart from the pairing with Sunny, Ameesha's plate is full with work pouring in from other banners. Her own home production with business partner Kuunal Goomer is moving ahead full swing.

"Shortcut Romeo with Neil Nitin Mukesh will be a surprise for the audience. And David Dhawan, who is directing our first film, has a superb script in place.

Looking at the success of The Dirty Picture, we have zeroed in on a heroine-centric concept that is super spicy. Priyadarshan too will make an announcement soon about the next film from our banner," she says.

The actress is looking forward to the coming year. She adds, "I have six releases in 2012.

I am so excited that I just can't wait for the new year to set in." Co-produced by Sunny Deol's banner Vijayta Films and directed by Neerraj Pathak, the film goes on floors in January 2012 (less)

If we don't win, we say it is not fair. If we win, we say the best man has won.

It's as simple as that," the 35-year-old actor said at the Filmfare Awards press conference. Abhishek has been in the industry for over a decade now and has won quite a few awards.

He says even a nomination excites him. He has so far won three Filmfare Award for best supporting actor for Yuva , Sarkar and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna .

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Asked whether Agneepath will change his image as an actor, the 38-year-old says, "This is not in my hand. We are doing everything possible to make the film a success.

I don't believe in an image change. I only do films that I like and never think whether or not a movie will change my image.

" "In case of Agneepath I feel it is the hardest film that I have done ever..

.especially the climax scene.

I can't talk much about it; you all must go and see it," said Hrithik, who tasted success last year in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara . Agneepath , a remake of the Mukul Anand-directed Hindi film of the same name, is produced by Karan Johar and helmed by Karan Malhotra.

The film, which will hit cinema houses on January 26, stars Priyanka Chopra as the female lead, while Sanjay Dutt would play the villain's role, originally essayed by Danny Denzongpa. "She (Priyanka) is a superb co-star and a very special person.

She is the best person to work with. When she is on film sets, the environment turns very positive," Hrithik added.

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I am quite comfortable with my body. I want to wear bikinis.

Sayali Bhagat in a bikini would definitely add value to any film," she said in a statement. "I work out regularly and have one of the hottest bodies in B-town.

I am fed up of playing the good girl on screen. Now I am looking for a change of image and would love to do sexy roles like Bipasha in Dhoom 2 .

I don't understand all this talk about girls refusing to sport a bikini in Dhoom 3 . I'd gladly do it and look super hot too," she said.

"But sadly, I am only getting performance-oriented roles 'Halla Bol' and 'Jail' where I am dressed from top to toe. Even in my next movie 'Ghost' opposite Shiney Ahuja, I play a doctor.

Even in Tinu Verma's This Weekend , I play a tomboy except for that one song with Rajneesh Duggal wherein I have donned a sexy orange bikini. Thank god for small mercies," she added.

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The recent passing of Bebo's grand uncle Shammi Kapoor doesn't seem to have put a dampener on her plans either. Says a source close to the couple, "Last week they were shooting for Agent Vinod, but nobody knew what Kareena had planned for Saif's birthday.

She requested Saif's production partner Dinesh Vijan for five days off from the shoot to whisk him off to London. This year, Saif's birthday plans have been kept completely quiet and nobody except their families know where they are.

They are staying at their favourite hotel Claridge's. Kareena even made all the arrangements for the birthday dinner on Tuesday night at an exclusive resto-bar in London.

" The source adds that Kareena and Saif were both adamant that they needed a short break. Though she was in the middle of photo shoots, promotional events and shooting for Agent Vinod, she completed everything before she left with Saif.

Kareena wanted to make this year special for him. As for Saif, taking this break meant a mix of both work and leisure, as he has some work-related meetings in London.

"They don't want anybody to know about their vacation, so they quietly flew out on August 14. This time the couple didn't want anybody to know what Kareena's birthday plans for Saif were.

Their close friends got to know only the next day." In the past.

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A year ago, Kareena and Saif brought in Saif's birthday in Latvia , where he was shooting for Agent Vinod. In 2009, Kareena had taken off with Saif to an undisclosed location near Chicago for a secret vacation after completing their shoot for Kurbaan.

In 2008, she had thrown a birthday party for Saif at a nightspot in Mumbai. A day before flying off Kareena, had told BT, "I can't talk about Saif's birthday plans.

He doesn't like us to talk about our personal life. All I can say is that we will be in London.

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The film industry was in a state of shock over the untimely demise of this prolific filmmaker. Incidentally Kanwar's elder brother K Pappu also died of the same ailment five years ago and at the age of 53.

Kanwar's body will be flown to India today. Kanwar is survived by his wife Anita and two sons Karan (20) and Abhay Kanwar (16).

The cremation will be held at Oshiwara on Sunday afternoon at 12. Raj Kanwar (earlier assistant to Rajkumar Santoshi) arrived in Bollywood with a big bang with his directorial debut Deewana which launched one of the country's biggest superstars in the form of Shah Rukh Khan .

The film went on to smash all box-office records and then Kanwar went on to create some of the biggest hits in the form of Laadla, Jeet, Daag-The Fire, Har Dil Jo Pyaar Karega and Andaaz. He successfully launched the career of several Bollywood stars - Priyanka Chopra , Lara Dutta , Arya Babbar, Amrita Rao , apart from SRK.

Known for his shy nature and extremely low-profile life style, Kanwar was a man of few words whose only passion was cinema. In the last couple of years Kanwar launched Shatrughan Sinha's son Luv in Saadiyaan, which was a flop and was planning his next film.

Movies directed Sadiyaan (2010) | Humko Deewana Kar Gaye (2006) | Andaaz (2003) | Ab Ke Baras (2002) | Farz (2001) | Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke (2000) | Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega..

. (2000) | Badal (2000) | Daag: The Fire (1999) | Itihaas (1997) | Jeet (1996) | Jaan (1996) | Kartavya (1995) | Laadla (1994) | Deewana (1992) Bollywood grieves Shah Rukh Khan Launched by Kanwar in Deewana My friend Raj Kanwarji passed away.

The impermanence of life, makes one feel so helpless. May his soul rest in peace.

Aisi Deewangi..

.miss u sir Akshay Kumar Worked with Raj Kanwar in Andaaz and Humko Deewane Kar Gaye Deeply saddened to know, Raj Kanwar, one of our finest directors passed away.

He'd directed two of my personal favourite films of my career, Andaaz and Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye. My thoughts and prayers with his family.

RIP. Lara Dutta Launched by Raj Kanwar in Andaaz R.

I.P.

Raj ji. Friend,director and guide.

Bid goodbye with a very heavy heart! :-(. We lost a kind, gentle, positive man Abhishek Bachchan Worked with him in Dhai Akshar Prem Ke Terribly saddened by the passing of Raj Kanwar.

Was the first person to sign me after Refugee. He made Aishwarya and my first film together.

Dhai Akshar Prem Ke. Was a lovely man, always happy, smiling and joking.

Have wonderful memories of him. Now no more.

Priyanka Chopra Launched by him in Andaaz Saddens me so much,my 1st director Raj Kanwar passed away..

RIP Rajji..

U believed in me when even I didn't. Andaaz taught me everything I know Suneel Darshan Produced Andaaz, which Raj Kanwar directed I have very fine memories of Raj.

Our relationship spanned over 25 years.He worked with me as an assiatant director in the late 1980s.

He directed Andaaz for me in 2003. He was a very brilliant filmmaker but not very media savvy.

He had an illustrious career. His death is too shocking.

He was just in his 50s. He met me before he left for Singapore.

That was my last meeting with him. Amrita Rao Launched by Raj Kanwar in Ab Ke Baras How can I forget the first filmmaker who I debuted with? He was a tough taskmaster and a perfectionist.

He demanded high voltage performances from his actors and made sure that they delivered in their first take. Rumi Jaffery Wrote Har Dil Jo Pyaar Karega for Kanwar I tried calling him a few days back to show him my film.

He used to ask me about it. I couldn't connect to him at the time.

I landed back from Dubai and received a message about his death. He was a very good friend.

Luv Sinha launched by Raj Kanwar in Saadiyaan He was a very lively person, always full of life even when he was unwell. It was entertaining to be around him.

As a director, he would try explaining things differently and it was a learning experience. I still can't get over the shock.

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We will call few friends. I've never celebrated Eid in a big way, but this time I feel like celebrating it.

"My children are old enough now and I want them to learn about my religion in the best way possible," Shah Rukh told reporters here. The 45-year-old actor has two children, son Aryan, born in 1997 and daughter Suhana, born in 2000 (less)

Now she's ready to make her entry in Bollywood with Gautham Menon's Ekk Deewana Tha opposite off-screen boyfriend Prateik. Amy has also signed a couple of South films that go on floors this year.

Relationship Status: Dating EDT co-star Prateik. DQ: Great sex appeal and a likeable personality.

Lisa Haydon No. 31 Who: Model, Actress Claim To Fame: One of the hottest faces on the Indian ramps, Lisa made her B-Town debut in Aisha.

The Australian-bred model moved to India a few years back and started out hosting a TV show. A trained Bharatnatyam dancer, she was most recently seen in a sizzling item song in David Dhawan's Rascals.

Relationship Status: Dating musician-entrepreneur Karan Bhojwani. DQ: Dusky siren with endless legs.

Shazahn Padamsee No. 37 Who: Model, Actress Claim To Fame: Daughter of famous parents Alyque Padamsee and Sharon Prabhakar, Shazahn started off with modelling and television commercials before dabbling with acting.

Her first acting project was Rocket Singh - Salesman of the Year (2009) with Ranbir Kapoor. She later starred in the 2011 release Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji, and will soon be seen in the Housefull sequel.

Relationship Status: Single. DQ: Hot and intelligent.

Angela Jonsson No. 33 Who: Model Claim To Fame: Chennai-born Angela started modelling at an early age.

An extrovert, she had an affinity for acting during her college days. A swimsuit calendar girl, she recently signed her first Bollywood film with Salman Khan, to be produced by Sajid Nadiadwala.

Angela was also in the news over her alleged linkup with Ranbir Kapoor. Relationship Status: Single.

DQ: Sensuous and sexy. Sunny Leone No.

21 Who: Adult entertainment star Claim To Fame: An established name in the adult entertainment industry, Sunny Leone (born Karen Malhotra) became a household name after her stint on the popular reality show Bigg Boss 5. Canadian-born Sunny had a cameo in the film The Girl Next Door, and even performed in rap star Ja Rule's video Livin It Up.

Her appearance on Bigg Boss was laced with controversy as viewers curiously did online searches to find more about the star. Sunny will make her debut in Hindi films with Pooja Bhatt's Jism 2, where she plays the lead.

Relationship Status: Married to entrepreneur Matt Erikson. DQ: Smoulderingly sexy, with an innocent face.

Ankita Shorey No. 30 Who: Model Claim To Fame: She is the winner of the Pantaloons Femina Miss India-International 2011 title.

Apart from modelling, Ankita has also taken up the cause for blind students. She has done ads with SRK and Ranbir Kapoor.

Recently hosted a segment at the Filmfare Awards. Relationship Status: Single.

DQ: Gorgeous face. Her title and her never-say-die attitude.

Aditi Rao Hydari No. 35 Who: Actress Claim To Fame: A trained Bharatnatyam dancer, Aditi made her debut in Tamil film Sringaram (2006).

Her Hindi film debut was in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's Delhi 6, where she played a supporting role. In 2011, she was seen in two films - Yeh Saali Zindagi and Rockstar .

Her first big role as a lead actress is in the soon-to-release London , Paris , New York with Ali Zafar. Relationship Status: Single.

DQ: The quintessential girl next door appeal. Kanishtha Dhankhar No.

45 Who: Model Claim To Fame: The reigning Pantaloons Femina Miss India-World 2011, she won five subtitles including Miss Catwalk, Beauty with a Purpose, Miss Sexy Legs, Best Skin and Natural Beauty, the maximum number of subtitles any girl has won in the pageant's history. She made an appearance as a model in Madhur Bhandarkar's Fashion.

Relationship Status: Single. DQ: Great legs, pleasing personality.

Jyothsna Chakravarthy No. 46 Who: Model Claim To Fame: At 5ft 9, the Bangalore lass has made quite a name for herself in the modelling world.

In 2011, she was among a bevy of beauties who walked for Chanel's Metiers D'Art collection, inspired by India. Another Bollywood aspirant, she aspires to work with Ranbir Kapoor, Abhay Deol and Farhan Akhtar in the near future.

Relationship Status: Single. DQ: Striking looks, amazing ramp presence.

Candice Boucher No. 41 Who: Model Claim To Fame: The former Playmate from South Africa got her Bolly break opposite Sachiin Joshi in 2011's Aazaan.

Relationship Status: Single. DQ: Scorching sex appeal.

Hasleen Kaur No. 49 Who: Model Claim To Fame: The winner of the 2011 Pantaloons Femina Miss India-Earth title, Hasleen is a known face on the advertising circuit.

She made a cameo appearance in Imtiaz Ali's Love Aaj Kal. As the reigning Miss India Earth, Hasleen was a part of Nav Jyoti, an NGO headed by Dr Kiran Bedi, dealing with environmental issues.

Relationship Status: Single. DQ: Charming, sensuous, earthy appeal.

Preeti Desai No. 50 Who: Model, Actress Claim To Fame: Preeti is the first ever Britisher of Indian origin to win the 2006 Miss Great Britain crown.

A popular model who featured in print campaigns and TV commercials, she debuted in Bollywood opposite Heroes actor Sendhil Ramamurthy in Shor In The City. Relationship Status: In a live-in relationship with Abhay Deol.

DQ: Earthy beauty, striking personality Poonam Pandey No. 36 Who: Model Claim To Fame: She became famous when she offered to strip naked if India won the 2011 Cricket World Cup.

Even though she never really made good on her promise, Poonam got enough publicity to make her popular fodder for the tabloids. She made her TV debut with Akshay Kumar in the reality adventure show Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 4.

Relationship Status: Single. DQ: Bold and hot.

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