Priyanka Chopra ready to take the music world by storm

Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra is all set to become Priyanka Chopra, the singer.

Former Miss World and actress Priyanka Chopra is now a singer. The lady, who has been busy giving shape to her singing career since last year is all geared up for the launch of her debut single ‘In My City’.

PC is currently busy promoting her flick ‘Barfi’ that also stars Ranbir Kapoor and Ileana D’Cruz. But she is also squeezing out time for her album that features will.i.am.

She is gearing up for her upcoming inaugural single.Her first single, 'In My City' — from her maiden international album — was to be launched on American channel NFL Network’s event, Thursday Night Football on September 13.

But now, the news is that the actor has decided to launch the number for her Indian fans, before American audiences get to see it.


The song also features international artiste Will.i.am (from the band Black Eyed Peas).
Global pop star Lady Gaga’s producer RedOne has produced the album. The release of the full song and accompanying video for ‘In my city’ are expected later this year.

The actress is also gearing up for 'Barfi!' release opposite Ranbir Kapoor.
A day after the song releases, Priyanka’s upcoming film Barfi! will hit the theatres. A couple of days ago, she had tweeted: “7 days to go...for my single ‘in my city’ and my special film ‘Barfi’ Jeeeez! Scared... excited... nervous .”

Aishwarya Rai at Cannes 2012 pictures

While Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's look at Cannes 2012 had become an issue of national importance for some, media across the world called her post pregnancy weight issues too hot to handle. But, like a true Bachchan, the stunning former Miss World surprised quite a few at her first media call at Festival de Cannes by seeming a few kilos lighter and gleaming as ever.

Ash Day 2  - Cannes 2012  - There wasn't an inch of skin showing as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made her second appearance this year at Cannes in the promised Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla sari. She attended the star-studded amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala in this cream chikankari sari and an elaborately embroidered jacket in place of a choli.

Ash Day 2  - Cannes 2012 

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan arrives at Cannes 2012

The actor, who was expected to turn up in something Indian ("She is wearing our clothes for her entries Cannes visit," a tabloid had quoted Sandeep Khosla of Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla fame as saying), but in a surprise move (hmm.. a pleasant one) the actor was spotted wearing a pretty Angelo Katsapis dress. Thankfully, Ash chose to keep it simple by letting her hair down, literally.

Ash Day3  - Cannes 2012

Ash Day3  - Cannes 2012

Ash Day3  - Cannes 2012

First appearance down, the actor is now expected to wear an Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla creation (most probably a be an off-white sari with a zardozi border or a chikankari anarkali suit) at the red carpet.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan arrives at Cannes 2012 

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who is reportedly being dressed by Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla at Cannes this year, has just been sighted in an Angelo Katsapis maxidress. Ash, who's Cannes wardrobe has been a closely guarded secret so far, was expected to make all her appearances wearing traditional Indian dress.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan arrives at Cannes 2012 

It's a BOY for Shilpa Shetty !!

It's a BOY for Shilpa Shetty !!

It's a BOY for Shilpa Shetty !!

Actress Shilpa Shetty, delivered the child in the early hours at a hospital in Khar, Mumbai. Raj, doting husband and proud father, was by Shilpa's side all through till the time of her delivery. He tweeted: "God has blessed us with a beautiful baby boy. Both mother and baby are fine. I am thrilled to bits!!!!!! A big thank you to my wife @TheShilpaShetty for the bestest gift ever."


Delivery was around 7 AM IST Monday morning, Raj Kundra let the world know on a micro-blogging site how happy he was to have been blessed with a baby boy.

Shilpa's mother and sister Shamita were present at the hospital along with Raj and his family. At about 11 am, Raj again tweeted and let the world know that both mother and baby were resting. The filmi world was prompt in wishing the couple and the baby. In fact, all who attended Shilpa's baby shower, which was hosted earlier this month by sister Shamita Shetty along with Kiran Bawa and Rupali Shah, sent their wishes to the couple. When contacted, Malaika Arora Khan said, "Congratulations to Shilpa and Raj! Of course, we will be visiting them." Actress Raveena Tandon Thadani too expressed her joy. "We will be visiting Shilpa and Raj as soon as Shilpa is allowed visitors. Congratulations to both of them." Even actor Arjan Bajwa extended his best wishes to the couple. He said, "Congratulations to both of them, for the new born baby boy. May his future be bright. Lots of love and best wishes."

Happy Notes Bipasha Basu (@bipsluvurself): @TheShilpaShetty and Raj Congratulations on the birth of your little baby boy! So happy for you both!Love!

Neil Nitin Mukesh (@NeilNMukesh): Yipee just got news that Shilpa and Raj have welcomed their new born son. Yipeeeee loads of love to them both! And kisses to the baby.

R. Madhavan (ActorMadhavan): @TheRajKundra CONGRATS Bro.. May the Boy make you the PROUDEST Parents EVER.. Sooo Happy for you and Shilpa. Yipeeeeeeeee.

Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd): Congratulationnnssss @TheShilpaShetty @TheRajKundra on the arrival of the bundle of joy- lotsa love

Farah Khan Ali (@FarahKhanAli): Congratulations to @TheShilpaShetty and @TheRajKundra on the birth of their new born son. God bless him with health wealth and happiness.

Vivek Oberoi (@vivek_oberoi): Congratulations to @TheShilpaShetty and @TheRajKundra on the birth of their baby boy! God bless :)

Weight issues for Aishwarya

Weight issues force Aishwarya to skip Cannes?

Mumbai: All those who were waiting for a glimpse of Aishwarya Rai's daughter at the Cannes Film Festival this year would have to bite dust yet again.


Buzz has it that Ash might not attend Cannes Film Festival that is to be held from May 16.

While reasons of her backing out from the prestigious event may vary from work commitments to taking care of her baby, strong rumour doing the rounds suggest that she is skipping the annual event because of her weight.

Ash gained 'oodles of weight' after the birth of her daughter and when she was spotted in a fat avatar recently at an event, the pictures set off a buzz on the internet and social media.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been a regular at Cannes ever since she paved the way for Bollywood to be highlighted at international forums. And it was reported earlier that Ash would attend the event in the company of her 5-month old daughter.

Cannes Film fest holds a reputation of showcasing the best of the movies along with some avant garde fashion displayed by guests who attend the event. And, given Ash's current shape, her withdrawal from the event doesn't seem like a bad idea.


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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan may never return to Bollywood movies again

Ever since the news of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan becoming pregnant came out, we have not seen much of her. During her pregnancy she preferred staying at home and did not venture out even after the delivery. Though Ash is enjoying her motherhood, so much so that at present she has no movie in her kitty, except for Ladies and Gentlemen, which was supposed to get released in 2012. Ladies and Gentlemen is to be directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and Abhishek Bachchan is to play in the lead role opposite her. But now story is all together different, Ash was spotted with double chin and too much of weight, which make her chances of returning to the movies rare.

However, as of now we see no signs of her getting back on the sets. In the latest revealed pictures of Ash we could easily see that she has gained lots of weight, post pregnancy. And sadly she is making no effort of losing those extra kilos. In the few public appearances that she makes she has come as a shock, and from her present scenario it is clear that at present she is in no position to resume her acting career.

Nevertheless, we hope that former Miss World who has ruled the hearts of millions, continues to do so by entertaining her fans. As of now here's wishing her all the best and we hope to see a lot of her in the future.

Emraan, Esha sizzle in 'Jannat 2'

MUMBAI: Model Esha Gupta, who is making her foray into acting through Jannat 2 feels that the movie will do very well.

"It's a Bhatt camp film. The film is going to be amazing because of the music. Thanks to Pritam, we have got amazing music already and the star already, you know, Emraan Hashmi! What else do you think is the USP of the film," said the 26-year-old.

Esha who was crowned Miss India International in 2007 and also featured in the Kingfisher calendar, added that she is lucky to have bagged the film.

Directed by Kunal Deshmukh, Jannat 2, a crime thriller is a sequel to the 2008-film Jannat and is set to hit theatres May 4.

"Jannat 2" director Kunal Deshmukh promises sizzling chemistry between the movie's lead actors Emraan Hashmi and Esha Gupta. He claims that they will be the talk of the town when the film hits the screens.

" 'Jannat 2' is about arms trade, but it's not some serious expose or anything like that. In fact what people should look out for is the chemistry between Emraan and Esha," said Deshmukh.

"I feel everyone will talk about that once they watch them on the big screen," he added.

The music of the movie, co-produced by Fox Star Studios and Vishesh Films, was launched here Tuesday night.

The video of a few songs including "Tu hi mera" and "Tera deedaar hua" were screened at the music launch.

"Jannat 2" hits theatres May 4 2012

Why Priyanka Chopra's film career looks bleak !

Priyanka Chopra has progressively emerged as a top bollywood actress. Here is why her future is on a very shaky grounds.

Priyanka Chopra is finding herself in an eye of storm considering the unwanted attention she is getting when it comes to 'lack of leading men' for her in films to come. The newspapers, tabloids and websites are on an overdrive highlighting the heroes who are presumably unwilling to work with her,


Here's why films opposite the big guns - Akshay, SRK, Salman, Ajay, Aamir, Abhishek and Hrithik - are unlikely for the actress

No Heros for Priyanka Chopra ( means no new movies for PC )

At the rate she's going, Priyanka Chopra may have few heroes left to work with. Those currently acting with her - Shahid Kapoor (in an untitled film), Hrithik Roshan (Krrish 3) and Ranbir Kapoor (Barfi) - won't sign any films with her in the immediate future to avoid looking like a stale pair on screen. Other B-Town biggies have different problems with the actress. Here's why some A-List stars may not work with PC.

Priyanka Chopra at Agneepath launch


Akshay Kumar
Akshay and Priyanka have given many hits in the past, including Andaaz and Aitraaz. They were very close at one point, but ever since rumours of an affair broke out in 2004, Twinkle Khanna banned him from signing future films with her. Doesn't look like the wifey is going to change her mind anytime soon.


Shah Rukh Khan
Once again, rumours of PC's growing friendship with a star actor have upset his wife. So much so, that Gauri Khan has struck PC off her personal guestlist. Seems like it's a matter of time before she's struck off as SRK's leading lady too. When Gauri's friends have been told to avoid the actresss, there's no way the husband will get the green signal to work with her!


Salman Khan
When they first acted together in Mujhse Shaadi Karoge, the problem then was her proximity to the film's other lead actor, Akshay Kumar. Later, Salman's brother Sohail approached her to do a cameo in their home production Main Aurr Mrs Khanna, which she declined. Salman took this personally and swore never to work with her again.


Ajay Devgn
The last time Devgn and PC worked together was in Blackmail (2005). They were paired together in Naam, but she walked out of the film after barely three days of shooting. Though PC cited date issues, the buzz was that she'd made those same dates available for one of Akki's films. Naam still hasn't seen the light of day, something Devgn is yet to forgive PC for or even forget.

Priyanka Chopra Hot



Abhishek Bachchan
They were last seen in Dostana, but things soured between them post the release of the film. Both of them wanted to dance to the same popular track at an awards show. While PC had selected it first, when AB Jr wanted the same song, she got irritated. Eventually, she backed out of the event to show her displeasure.

Priyanka At Press conference - Hot - Priyanka manages to carry herself well even with simple outfit






Shahid Kapoor
Currently, both are working together in Kunal Kohli's untitled film, but Shahid has decided not to do any more movies opposite his former flame. Things went sour after they broke up, as Shahid felt she was giving out negative stories about him to the press. At a recent ad shoot, they barely spoke to each other.


Saif Ali Khan
While the two officially don't have any problems, Saif's girlfriend Kareena Kapoor doesn't like PC. And that is a problem.


Hrithik Roshan
Krissh 3 could be their last film together. Hrithik's wife Sussanne is very close to Gauri Khan, and the fact that PC wasn't invited to the Agneepath success party at their home is a sign of things to come.


Aamir Khan
Priyanka hasn't done a film with Aamir Khan yet. No one knows why, but if it was something that had to happen, it would've happened by now, no?

Priyanka doing cat walk (2011 picture)


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Esha Deol gets engaged - Ceremony Pictures

Esha Deol got engaged to businessman Bharat Takhtani.

Veteran actors Hema Malini and Dharmendra's daughter Esha Deol got engaged to her businessman boyfriend Bharat Takhtani on February 12.

The ring ceremony took place at Hema's recently renovated bungalow in Juhu, a western suburb in Mumbai.

Esha Deol got engaged to businessman Bharat Takhtani.


Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani.





Bollywood actress Esha Deol got engaged to businessman Bharat Takhtani at a very private ceremony in Mumbai Sunday.

Esha (29) is the daughter of much renowned actress Hema Malini, addressed affectionately as "Dream Girl," and veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra.

Esha might not have given many memorable box office hits, but she is certainly a talented actress. She has showcased her talent in films like "Koi Mere Dil Se Pooche," "Yuva" and "Dhoom."

Esha Deol got engaged to businessman Bharat Takhtani - Photos



Esha Deol got engaged to businessman Bharat Takhtani - Pictures

"Koi Mere Dil Se Pooche" was actress's first movie and it got her the Filmfare Best Female Debut Award. Her yet to be released movies include "Ghost Ghost Na Raha," "Raaz 3" and "Kaanch - The Broken Glass".

"We are very happy today for Esha and Bharat. It is a happy moment for all of us. Bharat is a very nice person. It is a private function," Hema Malini, 63, was quoted as saying by India Today.

"I am very happy and I thank everyone for their blessings," said an excited Esha, according to the report.

Hema Malini added that the wedding dates were not yet decided but it was not far and would be announced soon.

Is Kareena Kapoor really pregnant?

Is Kareena Kapoor really pregnant?

After seeing the photo any one could have said that Kareena Kapoor is trying to cover her belly, and possibly baby bump. Times Most Desirable Women in 2011 Kreena Kapoor recently sparked pregnancy rumours. Rumours suggest that the picture was taken at the airport when she was returning for her Dubai visit for a private check up. The bump is very much visible.

Either is is pregnancy or she went through some kinds of belly surgery.

Kareena kapoor is currently in relationship with Saif Ali Khan...who has kids from his first marriage with Amrita Singh.

Is Kareena Kapoor pregnant ?


Kareena Kapoor at filmfare awards 2012 - She does look pregnant here. Seen with Karisma Kapoor.



Kareena Kapoor really pregnant - Her COVER UP continued at another event. See pic on right.



Kareena Kapoor with Saif Ali Khan at recent reception of Genelia and Ritesh



Size Zero frame Kareena Kapoor said that, the actress isn’t pregnant. “It’s strange how there has been so much frenzy with just a solitary picture floating around. There is no truth to the so-called news and for Kareena it is business as usual.”

As soon as a picture of Kareena Kapoor wearing a casual long t-shirt with a shawl wrapped around her belly was circulated online, rumours were widespread that the actress is trying to hide a baby bump and is pregnant. But, it seems that the stories about her pregnancy were not true.

Kareena is all the more amused about the rumours. However, she is unaffected by them and is all set to begin a marathon shooting schedule planned later this month. ''On 20th February she resumes shooting for Madhur Bhandarkar's HEROINE. This would go on for 25-30 days and Kareena has again confirmed to her director that she would be reporting for the shoot. If she was carrying a baby, she wouldn't have been in any position to shoot for the film'', informs our source.

What we think this means is - Kareena wants to finish up the shooting of Heroin ASAP .. before the belly shows up more

Meanwhile Madhur Bhandarkar prays for HeroineBefore starting shooting for a new film, filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar makes it a point to visit one religious place in the country.

Just as his second schedule of the controversial film, " Heroine" is set to start, Madhur went to the Golden Temple, Amritsar to seek blessings on Saturday.

Madhur, who is known for his staunch spiritual and religious beliefs said, "Spiritual visits are for the soul and this trip is a part of my regular spiritual dosage. I am rejuvenated and elated to be here. I thank God to have supported me through the first schedule of this journey of making the film."

Ask him about the film that remains one of the few to generate so much controversy even before its shooting started; what with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan being dropped out of the project owing to her pregnancy and being replaced by Kareena Kapoor; and he is very hopeful about the film's outcome. "As I had visualized, "Heroine" is shaping up to be a very contemporary film with a different premise and strata. This film, like most of my other films is a blend of facts and fiction. The film has a larger span, more characters, and costumes... a journey that revolves around an actress's life and the showbiz," he added

Aishwarya rai after delivery pictures Feb 2012

Aishwarya rai after delivery pictures and photos - Feb 2012
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with parents-in-law Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan. This is Aishwarya's first major public appearance since the birth of her daughter on November 16.

Aishwarya Rai seems to be gaining weight after delivering a baby girl. These after delivery pictures are from Aishwarya's appearance at reception party for Genelia - Ritesh wedding on 4th Feb 2012.

Aishwarya Rai Photos after baby delivery - Feb 2012 Aishwarya rai pictures


Aishwarya Rai Bachchan looked fab in a glittering blue anarkali by Manish Malhotra.


Aishwarya Rai Pictures post delivery / after pregnancy - after baby delivery
Aishwarya's appearance set off a frenzy as photographers covering the event rushed to click the one image no one wanted to miss.



Aishwarya Rai Photos after baby delivery


Ash looked lovely and was glowing. Seen here with Big B and Jaya.


Aishwarya Rai Photos most recent after delivery

Aishwarya Rai on Feb 2012 - Genelia reception - Aishwarya looked happy and dazzled onlookers with her smile, seen here with Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan

She seems to have picked a lot of weight after delivery.

We hope that she is enjoying her new mommyhood glory!

Pictures from Nov 11, 2011 below

Within a couple of hours of returning home to Jalsa with the newly born baby of Aishwarya and Abhishek, the Bachchans organised a media meet at their Mumbai residence. While the baby’s father Abhishek and granddad Amitabh Bachchan addressed the media, the new mother chose to stay away from it. However, soon after the media meet Abhishek got wifey Aishwarya at the residence doorstep to wave out to the curious shutterbugs. Doesn’t she look lovely in the light pink salwar kameez and all recovered from the delivery pains? By the way, long back Abhishek had said in an interview that his wife is perfect in every sphere of her life. Even if it is something as simple as sleeping, the doting hubby said Ash magically ends up looking picture perfect in a natural activity like that also. Now we know what he means. It’s only a week since she delivered her first baby and there is not a single hair out of place or any trace of stress on Ash’s beautiful face. By the way, Abhi revealed at the press meet that his wifey did not take any painkillers and underwent a normal delivery. He also said that he won’t be taking paternity leave. Instead, Amitabh who recently wrapped up KBC 5 and Jaya Bachchan will support Ash in her motherly duties.

Aishwarya rai after delivery pictures and photos


Aishwarya rai after delivery pictures and photos Nov 11, 2011



Aishwarya rai after delivery pictures and photos



Aishwarya rai after delivery pictures and photos Nov 11, 2011



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Riteish-Genelia Wedding and Reception pictures

Bollywood lovebirds Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza had a traditional Marathi wedding on Friday at a Mumbai five-star, even as many from B-town's A-list, the political power set and the city's Page 3 swish set turned up to wish the young couple.

A beaming Riteish arrived on horseback in the morning even as his father, former chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, led the baraat.

The groom donned an embellished sherwani with a baashingh, a traditional Maratha ornament, adorning his forehead over a red saafa.





From Bollywood, Jaya and Abhishek Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Karan and Hiroo Johar, Kajol-Ajay Devgn, Sohail Khan, Indra Kumar, Ashutosh Gowarikar and his wife Sunita to Shweta Pandit, Sajid Nadiadwala, Maria Goretti, Jackie Shroff, Sajid Khan, Akshay Kumar, Hussain-Tina, Ashish Chowdhary and his wife Samita Bangargi, Sujoy Ghosh, Asin Thottumkal, and Sophie Choudry came to bless the couple.

Industrialist Anil Ambani's wife Tina too came for the high profile wedding.

Among the politicians, the guest list included names like the state Congress chief Kripashankar Singh, Chief Minister Prithviraj Chauhan and Aditya Thackeray, son of Shiva Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray.

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray, along with his wife, and Minister for Public Works and Tourism Chhagan Bhujbal too came for the wedding.

Riteish and Genelia first met while shooting for their debut film "Tujhe Meri Kasam" in 2003. They have been together for years but kept their affairs under wraps till recently.

Post-marriage, they have a new release coming up titled, "Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya".



























A beaming Genelia D'Souza was dressed as a Maharashtrian bride in a red-golden designer sari and dupatta while the groom Riteish Deshmukh donned a cream sherwani for their wedding here Friday.

The traditional Maharashtrian style ceremony was attended by the 'Who is Who' of showbiz and politics.

Genelia, who belongs to a Mangalorean Catholic family, not only wore Nav-vari (nine yard sari), the traditional sari created by Neeta Lulla, she also sported a nose ring and tied the mundawali - a decorative strings of pearls - around her forehead.

Riteish, the younger son of former Maharashtra chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, too sported a typical Marathi groom's attire - the sherwani, red turban and mundawali.

The lavish wedding was organised at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Santa Cruz and Bollywood stars and politicians turned up in large numbers to bless the couple. The 'bidai' is at 5.30 in the evening.

Designer Niska Lulla tweeted: "My sweetest @geneliad makes a gorgeous bride in @neeta_lulla wedding sari and styled by me."

Ken Ghosh posted a picture of the couple on Twitter and wrote: "These two are one! @Riteishd and @geneliad God bless ... oho Genelia doesn't need to change her twitter handle.

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