Friday, January 16, 2009

A golden ‘Ghajini’ statue for Aamir Khan

‘Ghajini’ had everything new about it- be it a very unique storyline, be it Aamir’s new hairstyle, be it the innovative way of promoting it, be it the launch of Van Huesen ‘Ghajini’ line and the latest being the never before heard gesture of appreciation from producer Madhu Mantena to Aamir Khan.

Madhu Mantena presented a solid-gold statue to Aamir designed specially to resemble Aamir’s Ghajini look at the party held to celebrate the film’s success earlier this week.

“8 abs included. We can see all 8 of them on the statue,” Mantena states proudly.

The statuette is pure gold and probably cost the producer close to Rs. 70-80 lakhs though he isn’t telling.

“It has certain amount of other metal to make it malleable. Solid gold wouldn’t allow the identical Ghajini shape to be done in gold. But the idea was to create an Oscar-sized statue exclusively for Ghajini. Aamir knew he was getting a trophy. But he didn’t know it would be golden and with his Ghajini’s look. He was overwhelmed,” says Mantena.

Director Murugadoss was also given a statue, though far less hefty and golden than Aamir’s, but of course including the 8-abs.
ghajini golden statue

ghajini golden statue

Desiclub Swimsuit Calendar, a cheering welcome to 2009

New air arrival comes on fashion scene with glamorous calendar release showcasing models in either swimsuit or Bikini at least each model for a month to be hanged around on the wall of your drawing room. After the so talked about release of Kingfisher fashion calendar’s release. Next is the number of Desiclub Swimsuit Calendar designed by desiclub.com, a leading networking portal for Indians in the United States.

This year’s calendar has models of ethnic Indian origin. According to the words of Tania Mehra one of the models in this calendar, “Ask me about the Krebs cycle or various Biological processes and I’ll be sure to fill you in but ask me to figure out how to put those intricate swimsuits on and you’ll have me stumped”. She seems quite frank about her appearance on the calendar.

Anyway enjoy the hot pics form the calendar.
Desi club swimsuit calendar 2009

Desi club swimsuit calendar 2009

Desi club swimsuit calendar 2009

Desi club swimsuit calendar 2009

Desi club swimsuit calendar 2009

Desi club swimsuit calendar 2009

Kareena Kapoor backs out from ‘Five Divas’

Kareena Kapoor has taken a new resolution it seems. The actress has decided to cut down her on-stage performances at award functions and also she will no longer perform at private parties.

In keeping with this resolution, Kareena backed out from the final performance at Screen Film Awards on Wednesday night where she was to perform with other actresses like Katrina Kaif, Bipasha Basu, Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone.

The act, titled ‘Five Divas’, is to be the highlight of the evening. But now it is being re-titled ‘Four Divas’ because Kareena has backed out even though the TV promos of the act are being aired.

Though Bebo has not given an official explanation for her decision, yet this act of hers is being seen as her snub to actresses like Bipasha, Katrina and Deepika.

kareena kapoor

Neetu Chandra gets mercury soaring for ‘Maxim’

Neetu Chandra was last seen in ‘Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye’ in her track suits and sarees. So, she decided to go for a change and shock everyone with her dare-bare shoot for ‘Maxim’. However, the shoot is not for the cover, but for a full fledged feature in the magazine.

However, Neetu doesn’t find this shoot very shocking as she has already worn swimsuits in her earlier films. She says, “Don’t be so shocked; it isn’t that scandalous after all. Maxim approached me to do the photo shoot. I thought to myself that when I am quite comfortable to do so many different kinds of characters anyways in my films then why not be a face for this photo shoot as well? I have worn swimsuit in my very first film [Garam Masala] so there was no big deal in doing it again. For the Maxim shoot, it was quite a collaborative act and I worked with the costume designer to arrive at a final look for me.”

When asked if she was comfortable with the shoot, Neetu says, “Quite comfortable because I am someone who doesn’t believe in the concept of ‘Size Zero’. I believe that for a woman, her curves and curls should be in the right place. I have been getting calls appreciating my approach towards the shoot. Of course, people have found me quite sensuous and hot. The credit for that should also go to the magazine which is quite creative in itself and photographer R. Burman who was excellent behind the camera.”
neetu chandra posing for maxim photoshoor

neetu chandra posing for maxim photoshoor

neetu chandra posing for maxim photoshoor

neetu chandra posing for maxim photoshoor

High-flying Akshay Kumar flew kites on Makar Sankranti!!

With the New Year party hangover still in the air, the festive mood is rejuvenated with Lohri and Makar Sankranti that marks the beginning of the harvest season all over India. People celebrate these festivals with their family and friends with bon fires, peanuts and rewari and also kite flying.
Our very own superstar Akshay Kumar was seen on the Roxy Cinema Terrace, marking the occasion, flying kites and promoting his latest movie- “Chandani Chowk to China”. Our stud is sure Jack and Master of all trades!!
There were some apparently not noticeable movie posters attached to the table where Akshay was observed helping the kids to get the kites ready and also flying one of his own! He sure looked super striking flying those kites!! Check it out!

akshay kumar makar sankranti

akshay kumar makar sankranti

akshay kumar makar sankranti

Nokia 15th Annual Star Screen Awards

It was a grand celestial affair at Nokia15th annual Star Screen Awards with all the tinsel town stars ascending at the red carpet festivities! The occasion was graced by the presence of the hottest flavors of the season- Asin, Anushka Sharma, Deepika Padkone, Prachi Desai, Minissha Lamba, Tabu, Amrita Rao, Celina Jaitley, UK rapper Hard Kaur and of course, Katrina Kaif in a dazzling red silk gown! However the list of our studs was no less glamorous (the ingredient of glamour added by their wives of course!) - Akshay Kumar with wife Twinkle Khanna; Arjun Rampal with wife Mehr and Farhan Akhtar with his family. Well, the list goes on… All celebrities were extremely well dressed and had a rocking time with some awesome and fun filled performances and awards. Check out the winners and also the shots of some of the celebrities adorning the event.

Best Film
Jodhaa Akbar

Best Director
Ashutosh Gowarikar - Jodhaa Akbar
Neeraj Pandey - A Wednesday!

Best Actor (Male)
Hrithik Roshan - Jodhaa Akbar

Best Actor (Female)
Priyanka Chopra - Fashion

Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Male)
Arjun Rampal - Rock On!!

Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Female)
Shahana Goswami - Rock On!!

Best Actor in a Negative Role (Male/Female)
Akshaye Khanna - Race

Best Actor in a Comic Role (Male/Female)
Tusshar Kapoor - Golmaal Returns

Best Background Music
A. R. Rahman - Jodhaa Akbar

Best Music
A. R. Rahman - Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na

Best Playback Singer (Male)
KK - Khuda Jaane (Bachna Ae Haseeno)

Best Playback Singer (Female)
Shilpa Rao - Khuda Jaane (Bachna Ae Haseeno)

Best Lyrics
Anvita Dutt Guptan - Khuda Jaane (Bachna Ae Haseeno)

Most Promising Newcomer (Male)
Farhan Akhtar - Rock On!!

Most Promising Newcomer (Female)
Asin Thottumkal - Ghajini

Best Story
Neeraj Pandey - A Wednesday!

Best Screenplay
Shiraz Ahmed - Race

Best Editing
Rock On!!

Best Art Direction
Rock On!!

Best Cinematography
Rock On!!

Best Popular Actor Award
Akshay Kumar - Singh Is Kinng

Best Popular Actress Award
Aishwarya Rai - Jodhaa Akbar

Best Animation Film
Roadside Romeo

Best Jodi
John Abraham - Abhishek Bachchan (Dostana)

Lifetime Achievement Award
Sanjay Khan

Ramnath Goenka Award
A Wednesday!
nokia awardsa akshay kumar and twinkle khanna

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009
nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

nokia awards 2009

Bipasha Basu is shooting for ‘Lamhaa’ in Kashmir

Bipasha Basu had left shooting of Rahul Dholakia’s ‘Lamhaa’ in the Kashmir valley in mid way and had returned back to Mumbai owing to security reasons, but now Basu is back in Kashmir for the shoot after the producer and director assured her of proper security arrangements.

Sanjay Dutt in fact proceeded to Kashmir a day ahead of her to make sure the atmosphere is conducive to her safety. The producer Bunty Walia has met the Deputy General of Police in Kashmir who has appointed a senior-rank officer to take charge and provide all the required security force to cordon off the areas where the film will be shot.

Speaking candidly for the first time on why she left Kashmir suddenly during their schedule in November, Bipasha says, “Too much was made out of the whole thing. Lamhaa is a difficult film. There was bound to be ups and downs. The producer and director knew why I left. A certain amount of security was promised. The first seven days were absolute chaos. There was disorganization and lack of security. Beyond that I really don’t care what people say.”

Bipasha is very clear on her security issues. “Yes, my work is my life. But then I’ve a life beyond work. I’m not going to risk my life unnecessarily for any film. Who comes to hold your hand when you’re in pain? Let’s be optimistic. This time hopefully we’ll shoot without any trouble. Let’s be sensible about it. Lamhaa is a sensible film.”

So, now we have Bipasha, Sanjay Dutt and Kunal Kapoor shooting in the Dal Lake of Kashmir in freezing January. Bipasha also got the leave from the producer for one night on Wednesday to dance for an awards function then return the next morning.

Said the actress, “Yes I came back for the awards on Wednesday night for just one evening. I reached just in time to get into my costume and rush to the stage. It went really well.”

bipasha basu