Exclusive: Shruti Hassan to make her ad film debut replacing Amrita Rao

Kamal Hassan and Sarika’s eldest daughter, Shruti Hassan will be making her debut with a TV commercial before the big screen one. Shruti has recently shot for an ice cream commercial for the brand Walls. Her first ever ad campaign features along with her young musician cum actor Raghav Sachar who is known for giving music to films like Kabul Express and One Two Three. However, it is learnt that Shruti has replaced Amrita Rao in the ad campaign.

Our source informs, "This particular TV commercial was earlier supposed to feature Amrita Rao with Pakistani band Jal singer Farhan Saeed. But with the diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan having turned sour post the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and there being a ban called upon by local political parties on Pakistani artists, the makers thought it would be best to replace the whole concept and rope two totally fresh faces. Shruti was therefore chosen without any audition and since her background too is music, the makers thought a musical personality would suit her perfectly. Musician Raghav who is actually the music director of this very commercial was roped in at the last minute. It is learnt that the post production for the ad is presently on and it shall be on air in a few days time."

Shruti is presently shooting for Soham Shah’s Luck opposite Imran Khan and also for Leena Yadav’s Teen Patti starring Amitabh Bachchan and R. Madhavan. Raghav who had given music to films like Yash Raj’s Kabul Express and One Two Three is also planning to make a career in acting and has been taking acting classes. He was supposed to star in the Manzar song in Sunday but was replaced by Tusshar Kapoor.

Farah Khan is turning actor for Milap Zaveri’s film ‘Jaane Kahan Se Aayi’. Interestingly Farah plays a filmmaker in the movie, and Ritiesh Deshmukh her assistant.

In the film Farah doesn’t treat her assistant well and constantly insults him, so much so that once when he brings her some chai , she doesn’t like it too much and spits it onto his face.

Poor Ritiesh! It took all of three re-takes till the shot was okayed. But Rits, we hear, was too sporting. So we’re giving him the chai-nese award. Yay!

After delivering the smash-hit Heyy Babyy, Sajid Khan announced that his next directorial venture Housefull would star Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh and Deepika Padukone besides two more leading ladies. Soon the super-sexy Jiah Khan was also added to the star-cast and a hunt for the third and final leading lady was on.

A lot of names of top Bollywood beauties such as Genelia D’Souza, Vidya Balan etc. did the rounds but now after months of speculation by the media and industry-wallahs of who the third heroine of Housefull could be, we are finally going to reveal the suspense. The lady in question is none other than Lara Dutta. Yes, it’s official, Lara has been signed for Housefull and when we contacted director Sajid Khan, he seemed a little surprised at how we managed to get the news but nevertheless confirmed the same.

Now with an ensemble cast of Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Deepika Padukone, Lara Dutta and Jiah Khan, expect the Housefull boards when this film hits the screens later this year

Amrita Arora going to do marriage with Shakeel LadakThe buzz is that Bollywood gorgeous actress Amrita Arora has finally decided to get married with her new boyfriend Shakeel Ladak on March 6, 2009.A source reveals, “The wedding date is March 6 and it will be a grand marriage.

The mehendi ceremony will be on 4th march and the sangeet ceremony on March 5. Amrita Arora wanted that her marriage should be in a church, therefore marriage will be in a church on 6th March.

However church is yet to be decided.He further added, “Amrita is preparing the list of marriage guests but her favorite star Shahrukh Khan will not attend the wedding function as he does not see Salman Khan eye to eye.”

Amrita’s elder sister Malaika Arora is extremely busy in marriage preparations and she has selected her suit for wedding. Amrita Arora has not finalized her suit and it is learnt that she has many friends who are designers but she is uncertain about whom she should give her consent to design marriage gown.

Bipasha bags Kareena's role

Bipasha Basu has been chosen to star opposite Hollywood actor Billy Zane, in music-director-turned-producer Tabun's next project. Sources also tell us that Kareena Kapoor was the initial choice for the role, but Bips was chosen instead.

This will be Bipasha's first international project. Yes, Kareena has got a few offers, but the girl has so much on her plate that there's no place for a Hollywood 'dish'.

However, with Bipasha and Kareena's infamous enmity, the war between these two damsels just got stronger, with Bips having stepped into her shoes, even though she didn't quite want to wear them!

Ash obsessed with Abhishek professionally?

Post marriage there were rumours in the industry circles that Aishwarya Rai will prefer to do films only with hubby Abhishek Bachchan. The couple was earlier seen in films like Kuch Naa Kaho, Umrao Jaan, Guru and Ram Gopal Varma's Sarkar Raj paired opposite each other.

It seems the rumours to some extent are ringing true if one looks at her next line up of releases. While she has three films with hubby Abhishek she has only one film signed opposite another star, Akshay Kumar.

Presently the couple is shooting for Mani Ratnam's Ravana in jungles of Madhya Pradesh at a virgin locale called, Orcha. Post that film, both are slated to star in Ad filmmaker Abhinay Deo's next after Delhi Belly.

The yet untitled film is said to be a action thriller which will be shot extensively in Greece, Thailand, Istanbul and London. Besides Ash and Abhi, Boman Irani has been finalised but rest of the cast is yet to be decided.

Next they have been approached by filmmaker Rajiv Menon's Sur which will be a remake of yesteryear classic Abhimaan but the project is still undecided.

The Akshay Kumar that she has signed is a Vipul Shah production and will have her playing mother to a 13 year old kid. One can recollect her refusing Karan Johar's Dostana.

Do you think Raaz TMC is better than the old Raaz?

SRK’s mineral hair

SRK’s hair are the best in the industry and have been his constant companions since his hey days, but the reason behind his silky locks is that he washes them with mineral water.

A source says, “His hair reacts badly to hard water. He has a condition where his hair gets hard and loses its shine if he doesn’t take good care of it.

And you can’t have a bad hair day while shooting, so he only uses bottled water in such cases.”

Apparently SRK had his share of bad hair days when he washed his hair with hard water while shooting Paheli and from that day onwards he has been extra careful about his hair.

His stylist says, “It’s important for styling that hair be washed with regular water.

In the past, SRK’s hair got damaged when he used well water while shooting in remote locations during Paheli. After that, he has learned to be careful.

As an actor, you are in the business of looking good, so you better take care of your skin, body and hair. Also it affects the look and continuity in the film and he doesn’t want to take any risks.”

During the recent shoot of Billu Barber, SRK made it a point to have an ample supply of mineral water specially for his bath.

Aamir testifies in an under-age driving case

Aamir Khan is a responsible citizen, now the perfectionist Khan is showing his responsibilities by testifying an under-age driving case, where a 15-year-old boy injured an 83-year-old man while driving his father’s bike who later succumbed to his injuries.

Aamir Khan who was passing by the same place witnessed the accident and sent his body-guards to help the old man.

The young boy has been charged under Indian Penal Code for rash driving.

DCP Niket Kaushik says, “We have recorded the statement of Aamir Khan and three other people associated with him as they are the only witnesses in the case.”

“We had intimated him that we needed to record his statement as a witness in the case. Aamir Khan was very cooperative and called others too to his residence for recording of the statement .He is the prime witness in the case and has agreed to co-operate fully when the trial starts,” said another officer.

Good job Aamir!!!

Question of the day?

Which role do you think is Akshay Kumar’s worst performance till date?

Bollywood hottest sex bomb Malaika Arora sizzles for “The Man” magazine cover page. The Magazine mentioned her as Erotic Goddess, and her poses also proving it. For More Details get the Mag. Now njoy the Pics…

DEEPIKA-RANBIR'S LOVE STORY AT END..........................?

Wahabuddin khan`s report:
Mroe than a year back Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor became the most in demand couples in the industry.They got loads of film and endorsement offers.They got a lot of media ttention too, much like Saif–Kareena and Abhi-Ash couples.Their closeness caused a lot of heart ache for Ranbir’s once upon a time close friend Sonam Kapoor.
But now it seems the two young stars’ love story has come to an end. If reports are to believed, the relationship is on the verge of ending.It seems Deepika became upset when Ranbir came closer to Katrina during the shooting of ‘Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani’.Even after a year together, they are yet to achieve one another’s trust. When Deepika doubted Ranbir about having an affair with Katrina, their relationship turned bitter. Ranbirbecame furious when he learnt that Deepika spied on him through an agent and broke up with her over phone.Following the spat, Deepika has apparently tried to get over Ranbir by dating a mystery man. There have been lots of talks about how she and her new man turned up to watch ‘Ghajini’ at a multiplex.
Deepika has been known for her serial dating ways. She dated Yuvraj Singh, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, model Nihar Pandhya before Ranbir.Keeping her track record in mind, it is not difficult for her to get over Ranbir at all

Saif:I'm fine and going on holiday with Kareena

Saif:I'm fine and going on holiday with Kareena

Saif Ali Khan gave all his family and friends a scare when he was hospitalized on New Years' eve.But on 26 December he was well on the way to recovery.Speaking from his hospital bed at Leelavati hospital Saif said, "I'm almost recovered now. I'm going home today (27 Jan). It was nothing, really.I returned from Philadelphia from the shooting of Rensil d'Silva's film on 23rd night. And since I was missing all the Mumbai ka khana, I gorged indiscriminately on local junk food, sev puri bhelpuri, paani puri….puri ki puri fauj went into my stomach."
The Chote Nawab jokes from his hospital bed. So wasn't he frightened when his stomach started acting up on him?"Not at all. It was gastroenteritis. Yes, I've been in hospital twice in the recent past. Once it was just an appendicitis. And the other time it was far more serious. After going through what I did the last time I'm hardly going to get scared by a little stomach infection."Chuckles Saif, "Actually it's much less scary than it looks. I've got a drip coming out of my hand, so that makes it look kind of serious. But it's nothing. I'm fine. Just a little sleepy. In fact Kareena and I are going on our holiday to the mountains as planned."

SeXy..........Kangna on Dabboo Ratnani`s 2009 calendar

Kangana Ranaut

Bollywood News : This girl packs more oomph than a hand grenade! Kangna Ranaut has gone ahead and done it. The Himachal beauty is now the biggest buzz on the Internet and this is why!

The actress has left almost nothing to imagination on Dabboo Ratnani`s 2009 calendar, and yes, there will be trouble taking your eyes off it. For those who really are glued there`s always her upcoming Raaz 2-The Mystery Continues - don`t you miss that one!

Asin on the way of Katrina KaifAsin started her career with the perfectionist Aamir khan in ‘Ghajini’ and the film is the biggest movie of the year 2008. ‘Ghajini’ is still establishing records and has collected gross 200 crores worldwide. After the success of ‘Ghajini’ Asin’s next film is ‘London Dreams’ in which she is working with none other than Salman Khan and these days her chemistry with It is said that Asin and Salman Khan have got along well with each other and it has created problem for Katrina Kaif, therefore she went to Chennai where Salman Khan was busy in shooting. If rumors are to be believed, Katrina Kaif is keeping an eye on Salman Khan wherever he does shooting with female co-stars.It is learnt the role of Asin in ‘London Dreams’ is similar to that of Katrina Kaif in ‘Yuvvraaj’. Katrina Kaif played the cello in ‘Yuvvraaj’ and now this time Asin will play the guitar in upcoming film ‘London Dreams’. In ‘London Dreams’ Salman Khan and Ajay Devgan are playing the role of musicians who are childhood best friends.

Rani Mukerjee might replace Bipasha in Dhoom III

Well Apart from Ash and Uday everyone else is being replaced in Dhoom III! Aditya Chopra will replace Director Sanjay, Saif Ali Khan will replace Abhishek, Hrithik by the King Khan and the latest is that Rani Mukherjee will replace Bipasha Basu. Person in question who took this decision, Aditya Chopra of course! So there will be no more Shonali, the cop or Monali, the dreamer and to be truthful there will be no oomph in the movie then! Ash, though she looks fit, has to try hard to sizzle the screen whereas Bips could do it so easily. And Rani I don’t think will look sexier than Bips in a bikini! So altogether no scope for boys to check out Dhoom III but but but …Girls can of course wait for the Khans to do the magic.

Bipasha and Katrina are not friends

Bipasha Basu and Katrina Kaif have co-starred in two films now (Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye and Race), and you would think the hot girls would get along like house on a fire. However, the girls share anything but a friendly bond. According to Bips, she shares a ‘zero equation’ with Kat. In her own words, she claimed in a recent interview with India Times, “I don’t speak to Katrina because, of the vibes we share. I get no vibe from her, so I am going to behave in the same fashion. I am not here to make friends.” While the girls do indulge in confrontational arguments, they do not feel the need to utter a single word to each other and prefer to keep their relationship extremely professional. Bipasha further claimed that she behaves the same way any other co-star acts with her; friendly behavior will get you a sociable Bipasha and a snooty attitude will get you the same right back! In the case of Katrina, Bipasha feels that her quiet, distant and resentful posture has made her give Katrina the cold shoulder.

Katrina too shares the same sentiments and took an exactly same position on her “friendship” with Bipasha. In the pipelines for Katria is New York which stars Bipasha’s real life love John Abraham with the beauty. So now, will the equation change? We doubt it! In the meantime, we’re sure Kat and Bips will continue their reign at the box-office and enjoy their individual successes.

Shahrukh kicks out RaniShahrukh Khan and Rani Mukherjee looked adorable together in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai but you may never see them together in the future if the latest news is to be believed. The grapevine is abuzz with the news that Shahrukh is upset with Rani and even kicked her out of his Temptation Reloaded tour.Rani has to pay a heavy price for commenting on the recent spat between Shahrukh and Salman. She said that she didn’t like the fight a bit and that she was disappointed. She even came for the grand finale of Salman’s game show 10 Ka Dum. This attitude of hers has not gone down too well with King Khan. Aggravating the relationship even more, Shahrukh has axed her from his Temptations Reloaded tour. Interestingly, Salman’s girlfriend Katrina Kaif is said to be still part of the show. May be Shahrukh has sparred her for not making her feelings public about the spat!

Aishwarya forbids Abhishek to work with Rani! Top Bollywood star kid Abhishek Bachchan has refused a guest appearance in a Yash Raj film, it has been reported. According to some Indian newspapers, Abhishek Bachchan was approached by Yash Raj head Aditya Chopra for a small but essential role in the Rani Mukherjee and Shahid Kapoor starrer. A source reveal, “Abhishek was offered a small but significant role in the Yash Raj banner project the shooting for which has already begun now. He declined the offer due to Rani Mukherjee. He now does not work with Rani after his marriage with Aishwarya Rai. He had earlier done a cameo in their Laaga Chunari Mein Daag (2007) opposite Rani so it was taken for granted that he would say yes”.Abhishek Bachchan’s refusal is being blamed on his wife Aishwarya Rai. Another source says, “Apparently, Aishwarya is jealous of Rani as Rani was expected to marry Abhishek in past time”.

CC2C grosses 33 crores from IndiaMeanwhile CHANDNI CHOWK TO CHINA has an estimated gross of $700,000 from the US and also an actual gross of $117,339 to show from Australia. Here’s wishing that despite negative reviews and mixed word-of-mouth, CHANDNI CHOWK TO CHINA manages to impress during the weekdays

Salman leaves Kat for an auto-rickshaw!

Salman Khan undoubtedly is one of the most colourful characters in the tinsel town. Be it cycling to his film sets of zooming on his bike at night, Salman has done it all. On Friday night the Bollywood hunk was in a very adventurous mood and drove a auto rickshaw leaving behind lady love Katrina Kaif with the auto driver in his car.

The incident occurred when Salman and Katrina came to dine at the Olive. When the couple were about to leave the restaurant Salman got this bizarre idea of driving an auto rickshaw. He pulled up an auto from the street and the driver was more than happy to hand over his keys to the actor. Salman zoomed in the empty streets of Mumbai followed by Katrina in his car accompanied by the auto driver.

This is not the first time Salman has driven an auto. Having done it several times in the past he seemed in total control of the three wheeler. Only Salman could have thought of such an adventure idea at the middle of the night. The lucky man turned out to be the auto driver having got a chance to sit next to Katrina Kaif in a luxury car. Now you know why girls are crazy about this 43 year old bachelor

Salman Khan’s new teacher is Aamir Khan

The buzz is that the perfectionist Aamir khan is ready to become a new teacher for non none other than Salman Khan. It is said that the marketing of the film ‘Ghajini’ has influenced Salman Khan a lot and he wants to learn marketing techniques from Aamir Khan for his upcoming film ‘Wanted:Dead or Alive’. The film will be directed by Boney Kapoor.

Volcano erupted when Aishwarya lip-locked Hrithik Roshan in Dhoom 2. The Bachchan family reacted strongly against the intimate scene and even approached the maker to delete it. But when the film released, the chemistry between Ash and Hrithik well appreciated and latter they became the hot favorite jodi of the cine-buffs. After the success of Jodhaa Akbar, the anger of the Bachchans calmed down and out of joy, they even threw an impromptu success party. Looking at the success factor, director Sanjay Leela Bhansali is making a deliberate effort to bring together Ash and Hrithik for the third time. News is rife that Sanjay is planning a mature love story starring Ash and Hrithik. Though Bhansali has not made any official announcement, it is known that Ash and Hrithik will sign the film very soon. Bhansali who has given Ash the massive hit Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam is keen to cast her again. The film in question is a mature romantic tale to be penned by the director himself.

If Hrithik sign the project then it would be his first film with Bhansali.
Hope Aishwarya and Hrithik sign the venture soon and recreate the magic of Dhoom 2 and Jodhaa Akbar

Natural beauty at times is not enough to survive in Bollywood and cosmetic surgery becomes a must. The latest addition to this club is Minissha Lamba. The Bachna Ae Haseeno star who seemed most unlikely candidate needing a cosmetic surgery got a plastic surgery done on her nose recently. The actress who otherwise has a angelic face got a pointed look to her otherwise blunt nose.

Celebrities like Rakhi Sawant, Ayesha Takia and Bipasha Basu have had breast enhancement surgeries done on them. Minissha joins the league of Shilpa Shetty and Koena Mitra who have got a nose job done in the past.

The surgery had however turned nightmare for both the stars as they spoilt the natural beauty of their nose. Hope this surgery does not turn out to be a nightmare for Minissha as well!

Why Aamir Khan won’t do Mahabharata?

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The Khans themselves are involved in one big Mahabharata. Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khanwho had become thick and considered each other bhai-bhai are now on opposite sides.

And Aamir Khan is in a zone of his own. Anyway, Aamir is most fascinated with the epic ‘Mahabharat’, so much so that he’d love to be a part of something similar and grand one day.

But it’s not that easy. “If given a chance, I’d like to play Karna. But in Mahabharat, they all are Kshatriyas, six feet tall… And so well-built. I would not fit into any of the warrior type roles. I’m so short. The only role that will suit me is that of Krishna’s.”

Hmmm… that’s one makhan of a role, too. And also of the Crème-de-la-crème sorts!

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor seem to have split. And Both are equally responsible for the same..................... what is your openion about this

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