Bollywood Beauty Aishwarya to learn classical singing

Bollywood Beauty Aishwarya to learn classical singing
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008: Aishwarya Rai is very busy these days. At present she is in Peru shooting with Rajinikanth for Shankar’s Tamil film ‘Enthiram’ (earlier called Robot). She is soon going to return to India and start work for Mani Ratnam’s next film ‘Raavan’. Ash plays a classical singer in this contemporary Hindi take on the ‘Ramayana’ and to look convincing for the role Ash will take classical singing lessons. It may be mentioned here that Shabana Azmi took singing lessons to prepare for her role of a singer in ‘Morning Raga’. The film will see Ash sharing screen again once again with hubby Abhishek.

Kangana Ranaut - Will she go bald?

Kangana Ranaut - Will she go bald?
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008: Will she or will she not? That is a question doing rounds these days with a reputed production house from South India offering Kangana Ranaut Rs 1 crore plus to get the bald look for a new Tamil action–packed thriller. Her first south Indian movie ‘Dhoom Dham’ was such a huge success, making her so popular with the movie lovers there that the producers did not hesitate once in offering her this lucrative amount with the condition that she goes bald for some sequences in the film.

So, Kangana is in a dilemma now. On one hand she hesitates taking such a big step as going bald, on the other hand, she definitely does not want to miss such a big offer and opportunity. After all such rare opportunities (with handsome offer and a meaty role in the film) don’t fall in place at the same time always.
Dear Kangana.. Bollywood does have a history of few but bold and beautiful actresses who shaved off their tresses for their roles. Nandita Das and Shabana Azmi did it for Deepa Mehta’s ‘Water’ but when the film ran into controversies their roles were given to Lisa Ray and Seema Biswas respectively who also went bald for these parts.

Designer’s Show Sparkled with Bollywood Stars

Designer’s Show Sparkled with Bollywood Stars
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008: The Couture Week in India that is show casing creative collection of top designers like Ritu Kumar, JJ Valaya and Manish Malhotra was attended by top Bollywood Stars like Shahrukh Khan, Fardeen Khan, Malaika Arora and Sohail Khan dressed up in designer outfits.

The fate of contestants sealed by Bollywood's SHB (Sexy, Hot & Beautiful) Malaika and Amrita for time being

The fate of contestants sealed by Bollywood's SHB (Sexy, Hot & Beautiful) Malaika and Amrita for time being
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008: The most popular dance audience show on Star one among South Asian Audiences Worldwide ‘Zara Nach Ke Dikha’ had the grand finale with Malaika and Amirta Arora sealing the fate of contestants for a moment when they presided over the happenings of the program. They both were center of attraction during the proceedings of the program.

TomKat’s Post-Broadway Dinner Date

TomKat’s Post-Broadway Dinner Date
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008: Things have been going really well for Katie Holmes since Thursday night’s opening preview performance of her Broadway musical “All My Sons.” And after last night’s show, she and husband Tom Cruise celebrated with a dinner date.
The “Top Gun” stud and his “Mad Money” wife enjoyed a delicious meal at the celebrity-popular Nobu restaurant in Manhattan, holding hands and smiling the whole time.

And Katie looked ‘80s chic in a navy blue top with matching navy blue high-waisted pants and shoes while Tom rocked a blazer/oxford shirt combo with jeans.
Holmes’ performance in “All My Sons” is getting rather good reviews, despite the messy Anti-Scientology protests that have been going on outside the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.

Ashley Tisdale and Family’s Vegas Birthday Party

Ashley Tisdale and Family’s Vegas Birthday Party
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008: Like the responsible pet owner that she is, Ashley Tisdale was spotted out walking her dog yesterday (September 19) around her neighborhood.
It seems Tizzie was making sure her pooch had a little exercise before they hopped on a plane at the Burbank airport, along with her family and boyfriend Jared Murillo. And she looked cute in a white woven sweater with distressed jeans and brown shoes.

After the plane landed in Las Vegas, the “High School Musical” hottie was all about getting ready for her sister Jennifer Tisdale’s 27th Birthday at the Bank party, held at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino.
Ashley arrived at the red carpet event looking sweet and sexy in a black tank top-style shirt with shiny black leggings and strappy black heels.

Bollywood Celebs make a narrow escape

Bollywood Celebs make a narrow escape
September 20, 2008 NSI News Source Info
Paradise lost: An extremely poisonous snake entered Lara Dutta's room during the shooting of Billo Barber. The actress however remained calm, and all her co-stars praised her for her presence of mind.

Bips sees bangs: While shooting of Abbas Mustan's Race, Bipasha Basu was to do a stunt sequence where her BMW blows up, and a cannon shot was scheduled. She recalls, 'During the sequence I had to roll over and run from my car. I couldn't run away earlier as it was a two-camera set-up and the pistons and cannons fly at the end of the shot. When I finished, the cannon was flying in all directions and it could have hit me on the head. It seemed even the BMW was falling on me.'

Injury for arts sake: Aishwarya Rai suffered a scary experience on the sets of Khakee when a rehearsal car rammed into her. The entire set held their breath for a few seconds because they weren't sure if she had survived. She was rushed to the hospital and soon declared out of danger.

Shoot On Sight banned in Pakistan

Shoot On Sight banned in Pakistan
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008 - Mumbai: Jagmohan Mundhra's film on Islamist terrorism, Shoot On Sight, has been banned in Pakistan because the authorities there didn't like their actor Mikaal Zulfikar playing a terrorist. The director says he isn't surprised."Yes, they've banned my film Shoot On Sight because Mikaal, who plays a closet-terrorist, is from Pakistan," said Mundhra, who is currently shooting a thriller in Mumbai."In a dialogue between Naseeruddin Shah and Om Puri, it is revealed that the young terrorist (played by Mikaal) is from Pakistan. The Pakistanis didn't like it," Mundhra said.Shoot On Sight is based on the July 2007 London bombings. The film unfolds the turmoil in the life of Tariq Ali (Naseer), a Muslim police officer at Scotland Yard, who is asked to track down suspected suicide bombers involved in the bombings.Mundhra is wondering how Pakistani director Shoaib Mansoor's "Khuda Kay Liye" got released in Pakistan."They had Pakistani actors in Pakistan playing fundamentalists. The only thing is, they didn't show any terrorism. They showed the fundamentalism. But not the terrorist violence. Shoot On Sight doesn't spare the audience the violent underbelly of fundamentalism. The Pakistanis didn't like that," he said.

Dostana: Boys are coming to town

Dostana: Boys are coming to town
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008 - Mumbai: Dostana is still faraway from release but it cast and crew is very excited about the project."All I can say is beware the boys are coming to town," Abhishek Bachchan, actor.Yes they are arriving but in Dostana the boys have company as well in Priyanka Chopra. The pretty lady says the latest track Jaane kyun says everything about the film."A song called Jaane kyun is my personal favourite in the film. It's the vibe of the film, its young, its fun," she says.Priyanka is sporting a hot look in the film which is about three friends based in Miami.Few who have seen the onscreen antics would argue the point and they swear the chemistry between the cast is simply an extension of the Dostana that exists even when the cameras aren't rolling."When you have John and I playing the characters we do- you get chaos on sets. And all the madness that happened actually made its way into the film. Tarun (Mansukhani) was wonderful like a sponge absorbing all that was happening," said Abhishek.His co-star and the other half of Bollywood's next hot jodi agrees."For a film like this it's important that you enjoy yourself and go all out and have fun for the audience to enjoy themselves. All credit to Abhishek, me and Priyanka we really gelled and have taken the film to a new level," says John Abraham.So, if you are looking for friendship and fun you will find it in November when Dostana releases.

Shah Rukh developing property in UAE

Shah Rukh developing property in UAE
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008 - Dubai: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is developing a cluster of signature buildings on Al Dana Island in Ras Al Khaimah, one of the UAE's seven emirates, a media report said.The project in association with the TSA International Investments is called Shah Rukh Khan Boulevard.According to the Arabian Business Magazine the actor will be in Dubai from October 6 to 9 to announce the project at real estate expo Cityscape Dubai.Shah Rukh has reportedly been keenly involved in the conceptualisation of the project that has been designed by celebrity architect Tony Ashai. Buyers have been invited to offer refundable 'expression of interest' cheques for the proposed studio, one and two bedroom apartments, but sales will begin only after the official launch by Khan on October 20.

Court issues notice to Mallika Sherawat

Court issues notice to Mallika Sherawat
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008 - Mumbai: The Sessions Court has issued a notice to Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat and the management of a five star hotel in an obscene case filed against them.Additional sessions judge S T Mahajan has directed the Bollywood actor and J W Marriot to file their replies to the notice by October 7.The notices were sent in an obscenity case filed against Sherawat and J W Marriot by a social worker Vinod Jain.Jain in his complaint had stated that on December 31, 2006, Sherawat had performed at the hotel in a skimpy attire. According to the complainant, Sherawat was wearing a skin-colored dress, which was obscene and revealing.

Film on Sonia to release this year

Film on Sonia to release this year
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008 Mumbai: Little known Mumbai based filmmakers have won a two-year long battle against the censor board to release their movie based on life and times of UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi.Sonia directed by T D Kumar and produced by Montage International and Das Entertainment in 2005 will see the light of the day later this year. The makers plan to release it around December 9, which is Gandhi's birthday. The producers of Sonia had moved Bombay High court against the censor board ruling asking them to seek personal approval of Sonia Gandhi before release of the film."We petitioned the high court against this censor board order saying that this was against the fundamental right of self expression. I have the freedom to make a creative and human film. I can be critical too, but not defamatory and misrepresent facts. Even the High Court ruled that there wasno provision for personal approval under the cinematograph Act. The censor board has cleared the film with minor cuts," Kumar told reporters here.He said his film was a human and creative interpretation of an important political leader with a definite stamp in the present phase of Indian history."'Sonia' is not a propaganda nor a biographical film on Sonia Gandhi. It's a fiction...a dramatised piece of her life. It is researched and not of our imagination," he added. Kumar said the script of this film was written much before Rang De Basanti which has a similar sub plot of a film within a film. Sonia is about an NRI, graduate of one of America's best cinema school, who gets an assignment to make a movie on Sonia Gandhi and the recent Indian political scenario.The film goes on to show the making of this movie, problems faced right from selection of heroine to finance and political opposition.Nicky Tiwari played the character of the NRI film maker and Purva Parag, a medical student, had played the character of Sonia in the film. Kumar admitted that his film has no Bollywood stars, spectacular sets, but claims that it is rich in human and emotional content and multi-track script.

Welcome To Sajjnapur is a satire

Welcome To Sajjnapur is a satire
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008 New Delhi: Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal better known for his thought-provoking unconventional movies with non-commercial actors takes a detour from the genre in light-hearted comedy Welcome to Sajjanpur.A delightful tale, Welcome to Sajjanpur is a satirical take on the reality of the contemporary rural India, especially on the government's much-vaunted literacy drive. Essaying key roles in the movie are actors Shreyas Talpade, Amrita Rao, Ila Arun, Ravi Kishen and Divya Dutta.The film releases with two other comedies - Hollywood production house Warner Brothers first Indian venture Saas Bahu Aur Sensex and novelist-turned-director Jaideep Varma's much delayed film Hulla that had been waiting for completion since 2001.Like his earlier films, Benegal's Welcome to , made at a nominal budget of Rs 120 million, is releasing with around 350 prints worldwide for approximately 550 screens.Inspired to make the movie on a light man of his own production unit, Benegal said: "Welcome to Sajjanpur is a romantic satire based in a remote part of Madhya Pradesh. It is a satire where we will laugh at ourselves. Sajjanpur is a fictional name given by writer Ashok Mishra, who belongs to that part of India."The story revolves around a young man who aspires to become a novelist but ends up writing letters and applications for illiterate villagers. His writing skill makes him popular among the villagers and the interesting part of the story is when he tries to manipulate the villagers, taking advantage of his skill. UTV Motion Pictures that has produced and distributed the film thinks that the movie will stand out to the other two comedies releasing on the same date because of its unique appeal."Welcome to has a unique comedy flavour with a message. There is no competition for the movie with the other releases. Other movies have also not been promoted and marketed well like our film. It is definitely to draw audiences as a first choice over the other two over the weekend," said Girish Johar, Associate Vice-President, UTV Motion Pictures.Benegal had earlier directed critically acclaimed art house films like Mandi, Zubeidaa and Sardari Begum.

Why is Hollywood ignoring She-Hulk?

Why is Hollywood ignoring She-Hulk?
(NSI News Source Info) September 20, 2008: Were I not hooked-up, and old enough to be her father, I'd be stalking Alyssa Rosenberg because of the following graff:
There are hundreds of comic-book superheroines in the DC and Marvel Comics universes alone. Female characters play integral roles in almost every superhero team and major comic-book plot. Wonder Woman helps found the Justice League. The Scarlet Witch and the Black Widow are the first of many female members of the Avengers. Susan Storm Richards, the Invisible Woman, is one of the most important members of the Fantastic Four. At their best, a few superheroines transcend their paneled pages and become literary figures. But rather than drawing on extant rich stories about female superheroes, contemporary comic-based movies either downplay their powers and their personalities or rewrite them as trashy high camp.

Dude, talk about what a man wants? An encycolpedic knowledge of MU? What else is there? In all seriousness this is a great, great piece. Alyssa chronicles the shoddy treatment superheroines have received on the big screen--when there was any treatment at all. I think Holly Berry may have done more to destroy Superheroines than any single person on the face of the earth. When I was kid Storm was a bad-ass--she beat Scott Summers without her powers. Anybody here remember her taking out N'astirh during Inferno? Moreover, I don't know if any character in the MU evolved more over time. She went from the innocenct, meek African chick to Michelle Obama overnight. OMG. I just realized...Michelle Obama is Storm!! We can come bck to that later.Anyway, in Halle Berry's hand she was basically reduced to some mealy-mouthed chick whose eyes turned white. In the comic she flew through the air like Neo and relieved whole droughts. In the movie she was decoration. I didn't read DC, but I know there are some folks who are highly peeved about her rendition of Catwoman. What an awful movie. And where the hell is She-Hulk? If they do Justice League are the even gonna bother with Hawkgirl? One of the great things about Bruce Timm's Justice League and Justice League Unlimited was the prominence of female characters. There's even a episode where the whole world is left in the hands of women, and Hawkgirl and Wonder Woman have to grapple with what that means.Frankly, I don't expect things to get better. Hollywood is doing a so-so job with superheros in movies, period. Under that cloud, I doubt things will get better, in terms of gender.

Celina Jaitley ‘Shackled, beaten and abused’ for a cause

Celina Jaitley ‘Shackled, beaten and abused’ for a cause
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: ‘PETA’ is tapping the beauty and sensuality to its utmost and that too for a noble cause to arouse awareness against cruelty meted out to the animals. The latest campaign shot by PETA has sensuous beauty Celina Jaitley got bruised and shackled for a noble cause.

The shoot has skimpily dressed in a skin-hugging T-shirt and shorts, Celina with her arms and legs bound with chains. Men bearing spears stalked around her as she lay on the grass, trying to unshackle herself.
Words ‘SHACKLED, BEATEN and ABUSED’ written in bold letters deliver the message ‘Stop Cruelty To Elephants’ written underneath.
If this was not enough, Celina’s already gifted bust has been digitally enhanced to catch people’s attention. Celina herself acknowledged that her breasts “do look different” in the ad, but she is not raising any objection because it’s been done for a “good cause”.
But the point to be noted is that how many would read and grasp the message when everything else is so very raunchy and catchy in the ad!!

Neha and Priyanka exhibited Kumar’s spectacular collection

Neha and Priyanka exhibited Kumar’s spectacular collection
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: In the first ever couture week in India, the oldest design house of India, Ritu Kumar celebrated its 40th anniversary. Model turned actresses Neha Dhupia and Priyanka Chopra exhibited spectacular dress collection of Kumar’s that is known for amalgamation of classical designs and modern patterns in its fashion statement.

‘Billoo Barber’ faces hurdles while shooting in Pollachi

‘Billoo Barber’ faces hurdles while shooting in Pollachi
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: The shooting of Priyadarshan’s ‘Billoo Barber’ was quite full of untoward incidents for sure- first, there was a poisonous snake in Lara Dutta’s room and then it was heavy downpour which disrupted the shooting.

While the shoot was going on at Pollachi in Coimbatore district, a poisonous snake entered Lara’s room at night but Lara did not panic to everyone’s surprise.
Recalls actor Irrfan Khan,
“To her credit, Lara handled the situation very sensibly and bravely, probably because she didn’t know how poisonous the snake was. If it had bitten her it would’ve been disastrous.”
Irrfan can’t stop praising Lara and says,
“I’ve realised that facing the camera with her was as challenging as co-starring with Tabu or Dimple Kapadia. Lara is the most underrated actress I’ve worked with.”
Apart from snakes, the cast and crew also had to deal with heavy torrential rains but they could not postpone the shoot because Shah Rukh Khan had to get back to Mumbai.
Said Irrfan,
“Pollachi is one of the most peaceful spots in the world. Though prone to the monsoon vagaries at this time of the year, never did we imagine that the weather could act so unpredictable.
Suddenly during the last two days the weather acted up more than all of us who were facing the camera … ha ha. We were in a panic. Because there was no way Shah Rukh could delay his departure. Priyan had to wrap up his work at any cost. So we had no choice but to shoot through the rain … which was harrowing.”

Sherlyn Chopra feels safe with ‘Sardars’

Sherlyn Chopra feels safe with ‘Sardars’
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: During her promotional tour for her new promotional album ‘Dard-e-Sherlyn’, in Kolkata and Hyderabad, Sherlyn aka Mona Chopra had a tight security of eight bouncers besides the stage and four civil dress security men in the audience. So, naturally it came as a surprise when Sherlyn refused any security when she made an appearance at Club Voodoo in Chandigarh this week.

“Sherlyn told me she refused security as she felt safe in the company of robust Sardars whom she considers very gentlemanly people,” informed her publicist Dale Bhagwagar. “She also admires Sardars as she believes they have the best physiques in our country,” he added.
The show organizers were worried about Sherlyn’s safety not only because her outfit was skimpy given her bikini top along with her golden hot pants that she has famously worn in the new superhit video of her remix album, but also because the top is actually studded with a couple of real diamonds on the sides.
When asked about Sherlyn’s fixation with bikinis, Bhagwagar retorted, “If Sherlyn had her way, she would even die wearing a bikini”!

Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley: Sushi Sweethearts

Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley: Sushi Sweethearts
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: They’re one of the cutest married couples in Hollywood, and yesterday Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley were spotted out and about in Los Feliz, California.
The “Grey’s Anatomy” babe and her musician hubby looked blissful as they strolled down the street, on their way to grab some grub at En Sushi Japanese restaurant.

And Heigl looked bright and beautiful, sporting a frilly yellow button-up top with white trousers and sandals, while Josh rocked a grey t-shirt with a silkscreened tie, belted distressed jeans, and a burly beard.
Though she’s been a smoker for seven years, it seems Katherine is now trying to quit. She told press, “It’s so stupid. I have to quit the old fashioned way. I tried the patch [and] tried gum. I hate the gum. It burns my mouth.”

Jennifer Aniston’s Pampered Afternoon

Jennifer Aniston’s Pampered Afternoon
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Ever since her public breakup with John Mayer, she’s been lying pretty low. But yesterday Jennifer Aniston was spotted out and about in Beverly Hills.
The “Rumor Has It” hottie opted for some personal pampering with a trip to the Cristina Radu European Skin Care Spa for a specialty facial.

And she was proud to show her support for the Chicago Cubs on her ballcap, teamed with a white “Step Up to Cancer” tank top, relaxed fit jeans, and a pair of white athletic shoes.
Miss Aniston will be giving all of her fans a very special Christmas present this year- her new movie “Marley and Me” hits theatres December 25th.

Devgan Seriously into Styling

Devgan Seriously into Styling

(NSI News Source Info) Friday - September 19, 2008: Actor Ajay Devgan, who is known for his casual laidback approach to style and fashion, is believed to have suddenly become very particular about his styling. It seems that the prospect of having to share screen space with Salman Khan in Vipul Shah's London Dreams has suddenly made the actor very particular.
Both the actors are quite conscious of the fact that they are pitted against each other in the film. And neither is leaving a stone unturned in their effort to look better than the other. One of Devgan's photoshoot for the film had reportedly given Salman such a complex, that he had asked for a reshoot. Now it seems to be Devgan's turn to feel a little insecure. He is believed to be taking his time in giving his inputs on the look of his character for the movie. The actor is believed to have flown his hairstylist and designer with him to Paris, where the film's first schedule will be shot. It is believed that the makers of the film have booked Nitin Desai's studio in Karjat for two months. The entire film will be shot there. The unit is currently in Paris, where they will shoot scenes on the streets. Deasi's team is understandably working around the clock to construct the sets for the film. The shooting at Karjat will begin in the first week of October and end in December. The makers will also simultaneously be shooting on outdoor locations abroad.

Rafoo chakkar: Fun on the Run Due Next Week

Rafoo chakkar: Fun on the Run Due Next Week

(NSI News Source Info) Friday - September 19, 2008: Friday Pictures' maiden effort, Rafoo chakkar: Fun on the Run is now slated for a release on September 26, which is next week. The film has been directed by BH Tharunkumar and presented by Shemaroo Entertainment Pvt Ltd.
The cast of the film consists of Aslam Khan, Yudhishtir, Nauheed Cyrusi, Nisha Rawal, Archana Puran Singh, Mita Vashisht, Shakti Kapoor, Sadashiv Amrapurkar, Anant Mahadevan and Tinu Anand.

Big Pictures and Punj:Aab Movies Host Special Screening of 'Mera Pind My Home'

Big Pictures and Punj:Aab Movies Host Special Screening of 'Mera Pind My Home'

(NSI News Source Info) Friday - September 19, 2008: Big Pictures and Punj:aab Movies hosted a special screening in Delhi for political stalwarts. Director of the film Manmohan Singh and Sidhu played hosts and the screening was attended by L.K. Advani and other prominent figures from the world of politics. Speaking on the occasion, Director Manmohan Singh said, "We are very proud to showcase the film to the leaders of our county. 'Mera Pind My Home' carries with it a progressive message of self empowerment and is an eye opener to the Punjabi youth. Punj:aab Movies International is proud of its association with Big Pictures. They have been instrumental in giving the film the widest possible release globally. I am very happy with the outcome of this film. Together, we are committed to bringing quality Punjabi cinema to audiences the world over. Having said that, I would like to re iterate the strong message that we drive through 'Mera Pind My Home'; self empowerment which is just as important to us as the commercial success of the film."
'Mera Pind My Home' is a complete entertainer with the perfect mix of emotions, drama and comedy. The film released worldwide on 5th September, 2008 and is running successfully across the globe.

Bollywood actor Karishma Kapoor displays a creation by designer Manav Gangwani

Bollywood actor Karishma Kapoor displays a creation by designer Manav Gangwani
September 19, 2008 NSI News Source Info

Bollywood actor Karishma Kapoor displays a creation by designer Manav Gangwani on the third day of the HDIL India Couture Week in Mumbai, India. Eleven Indian designers will showcase their creations during the six-day long event.

Lauren Conrad is Focused on Fashion

Lauren Conrad is Focused on Fashion
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Always on the go, Lauren Conrad ventured out in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon (September 18) to run a few errands and stop by an office building for a short business meeting.
The 22-year-old reality starlet has been focusing much of her energy on fashion as of late - as she’s been promoting her latest collection and designing a dress for the 2008 Primetime Emmy Awards.
With the Emmy Awards taking place on Sunday (September 21), LC chatted with press a bit about the dress she created for the trophy girls. “The fact that I get to go and present and they’re giving me the opportunity to do the dress, it’s huge. I did green because green [is the] theme for the Emmys this year. [And I plan on] using a diamond brooch, signifying the Emmy’s 60th anniversary, to accessorize the gown.”
And just around the corner is Los Angeles Fashion Week, where she’ll present her line this October. Of what to expect, Miss Conrad told MTV, “I mean, it’s spring,. A brushstroke, a floral print, and I added chiffon. It’s very sweet.”

Audrina Patridge: Moving Day

Audrina Patridge: Moving Day
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Looking lovely in a white spaghetti-strapped tank top, dark jeans and silver flats, Audrina Patridge was spotted hopping into her Mercedes SLK as she left her house to run a few errands on Thursday (September 18).
And according to a source on the scene, the MTV reality babe may no longer be a resident in the house she shares with her “Hills” co-stars Lauren Conrad and Lauren Bosworth - as movers were active outside of the residence throughout the day, hauling loads of Miss Patridge’s stuff into their moving truck.

The decision to find another place to call home would come as little surprise, as Miss Patridge has been moving in her own direction, piling more and more money into her bank account as she does so.
The 23-year-old brunette babe just recently signed on to star in “Sorority Row,” a remake of the classic 1983 horror flick “The House on Sorority Row.”
As previously reported by Gossip Girls, Audrina will play a sorority sister in the film, which also stars Jamie Chung, Rumer Willis, and possibly Carrie Fisher.

Rihanna Pops Up In Paris

Rihanna Pops Up In Paris
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Seemingly always on the go, Rihanna is once again traveling around the world - this time landing herself in Paris, France.
The “Take A Bow” hitmaker made an evening arrival at the swanky Murano hotel on Thursday (September 18), flanked by security and a few friends as she made her way inside for some much-needed rest.

Meanwhile, Rihanna was just recently announced as the second best dressed celeb in People magazine’s Best Dressed List - right behind Kate Hudson. The Barbados native was selected for her “sugar and spice” style and her “sophisticated mix of glamorous gowns and funky dresses.”
Also included in the magazines list of “Who’s who?” in style were Gwyneth Paltrow, Fergie, Anne Hathaway, Heidi Klum, Sarah Jessica Parker, Eva Mendes, Michelle Obama and Charlize Theron.

Ashley Tisdale Keeps Her Eyes On Fashion

Ashley Tisdale Keeps Her Eyes On Fashion
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Always interested in the latest trends, Ashley Tisdale was spotted out at the Kari Feinstein Style Lounge at Sunset Plaza in Los Angeles, California earlier yesterday (Septemebr 18).
The 23-year-old Disney starlet intently browsed through the tents, looking cute in a violet-toned dress with grey buttondown cardigan overtop, along with a pair of buckly black boots.

In related news, Ashley’s “HighSchool Musical 3” director Kenny Ortega recently spoke with press about the upcoming film and its three big stars (Ashley, Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron), saying, “They’ll say that I pushed them harder in what we laid out for them. They really raised the bar on themselves. I think it’s the finest acting, definitely the best production and a great finale to the trilogy.”
“I’m just a few weeks away from being finished,” Ortega tells, “I’m going to have the movie under my arm on [Sept.] 27th, traveling to Europe to show it for the first time.”
Meanwhile, all of the “High School Musical” fans will have to wait until October 24th, when Senior Year hits theaters worldwide!

Blake Lively Hits the Set, Greets Her Fans

Blake Lively Hits the Set, Greets Her Fans
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Blake Lively was all smiles as she sported yet another fashionable outfit while heading to the set on a sunny Thursday morning in New York City.
According to a source on the scene, the “Gossip Girl” star “walked with a group of girls that waited to take some photos with her and were all smiles as they walked up Park Avenue together.”
In related news, Blake has a new co-star on her hit show, as Willa Holland showed up for her first day of the job yesterday.
Press reports tell that “Willa is scheduled to play Agnes, a teen model who befriends Jenny and then shows her the allure of The Dark Side - rumors involve threesomes and stripteases.”

Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony Visit Saint Tropez

Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony Visit Saint Tropez
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Following an afternoon shopping spree, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony celebrated his 40th birthday with a family getaway in Saint-Tropez on Wednesday night (September 17).
Before heading off of their yacht-home and out for the evening, Jennifer posed for a few pictures with one of the couple’s twin babies.

Meanwhile, Lopez recently spoke with People magazine about her plans for juggling work and motherhood. “It’s gonna be a learning experience. How will I do both? I try to take breaks from work. I’ll do a little work with the choreographers and then come back. I try to spend every free moment with the babies.”
Proud of her body after having twins, Jen tells, “The triathlon really helped get me in better shape, and snapped me back into my body. I don’t weigh myself a lot. I still have 10 lbs., or so. [But] I don’t have any problems with it. I never felt I had to get rid of it.”
On a side note, J. Lo’s also celebrating the birth of a baby niece by her sister, Lynda Lopez.
Lynda, a news anchor, and her beau Adam Goldfried welcomed Lucie Wren Lopez Goldfried at 11:45 p.m. on August 28, Us magazine reports.

Bollywood's hottest hunks who dared to bare

Bollywood's hottest hunks who dared to bare....Akshay Kumar

(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Akshay Kumar has always believed in sporting a lean and mean look rather than a muscular look. What's more, the actor himself has gone on record saying that its sports like running and martial arts that he follows to keep fit, rather than hitting the gym and lifting weights. The fact that he doesn't have a really beefed up built like some of his contemporaries, has not deterred Akki from dropping his shirt. In fact, in his first few films like Saugandh and Khiladi, Akki has given bare-chested shots. He was quite thin then. By the time Main Khiladi Tu Anadi released, Akshay had a decent athletic frame and girls immediately took a liking to this handsome looking hunk. In recent times, his 'Dil Samandar' song along with John in Garam Masala surely sent the temperatures soaring and even in his forthcoming film Blue, we may get to see a bare-chested Akki doing some dare devil underwater stunts. A few weeks back, Akki set the ramp on fire as he displayed his chiseled torso while modeling for Levi's 501 brand of jeans. Must say looking hot and sexy is surely in Akshay's genes.

Hottest Bollywood Debuts, 2008

Hottest Bollywood Debuts, 2008
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Like every year, 2008 too hasn't been short on newcomers.
Star kids, models, television actors, strugglers, everyone trying their best to hit the jackpot. Even as the next few months will witness the raw talents of newbies like Shweta Kumar (Karzzzz) and Mugdha Godse (Fashion), quite a few are already in the reckoning for Best debuts so far.
When we asked you who the hottest debuts this year were, dear readers, you threw up quite a few names. We look at some of them:

Farhan Akhtar, Rock On!!

If there's any award for the biggest 'pleasant surprise' of the year, nobody deserves it more than Javed Akhtar's curly haired son.
No one quite knew what to expect from the trendy filmmaker turned actor. The final result, however, seems to have made a connection with people of all age groups and mindsets.
Besides providing his brand of sensibilities to Rock On, Farhan delivers a rocking performance on all counts, also proving his unorthodox singing skills while wielding the microphone.

Bollywood's gaon ki goris

Bollywood's gaon ki goris....Aishwarya Rai, Guru
September 19, 2008 NSI News Source Info
She likes to chew on juicy bits of sugarcane, dance wildly in vast, open fields and grumble in broken English. And when she's not chasing an army of goats or filling matkas of water, you'll find her dodging the lustful advances of the village baddie.
Meet Bollywood's quintessential gaon ki gori. From Vyjyanthimala (Naya Daur), Waheeda Rehman (Patthar Ke Sanam), Asha Parekh (Mera Gaon Mera Desh) to Saira Bano (Shagird), Mumtaz (Ram Aur Shyam) to Hema Malini (Sholay), Rekha (Mr Natwarlal), Meenakshi Seshadri (Dacoit), Madhuri Dixit (Ram Lakhan), Juhi Chawla (Bol Radha Bol) and Tabu (Virasat), nearly every heroine of merit has slipped into the ghagra-choli mode, at some point in her career.

FASHIONISM....Frills, ruffles, lace, oh my!

FASHIONISM....Frills, ruffles, lace, oh my!
(NSI News Source Info) September 19, 2008: Instead of Barbies, this author’s feminist mom bought her two older sisters dolls who came wearing sweaters and jeans and carried mini pottery wheels. She gave up when it came to her, however. Nothing but heels and frills and ruffles and lace and PINK would do. She got Barbies.

Everyone’s Gossiping About How Cute Her Dress Is
Gossip Girl’s Leighton Meester chooses a bold colour for a stroll down the red carpet. However, the young actress keeps up with our Barbie-wardrobe-loving ways with the black bow cinched around her waist and the ruffles that run down the sides of her shrug. Well done.

Charlize Rocks It in Pink
When we think girly, we think pink and nobody can strut her stuff in the boldest shade of the pink spectrum like Ms. Theron. The cut of her gown may be far from frilly, but the colour makes up for it.

Paris Hilton is a Lemon Flavoured Wedding Cake
Usually the fashions of Paris are enough to cause style lovers to break out in hives, but this is just as sweet as lemon meringue. The soft layers are lovely and the little bows are divine. This dress is enough to make any woman’s inner girl swoon.

Julia Stiles Models the Junior Prom Look
All the fellas in their leather ties will be hoping Julia saves the last dance for them in this sweet light-blue and black print number. The cut is oh so pretty-young-thing and the shade is soft and pretty. There’s even a cute little ruffle detail around her waist. J’adore

Paris Hilton Talks About Her New BFF

Paris Hilton Talks About Her New BFF
(NSI News Source Info) September 18, 2008: In an attempt to maintain her signature glow, Paris Hilton stopped in at the Portofino Sun Center in Beverly Hills on Wednesday (September 17).
Sporting quite the interesting ensemble, Paris sported a combination that included sweatpants and a motorcycle cap topped off with a Paris Hilton t-shirt and handbag.

Meanwhile, it appears as if Miss Hilton has found the perfect candidate to become her new BFF as part of her upcoming reality show “Paris Hilton’s My New BFF,” which begins airing on September 30 on MTV.
“The person who won is now my best friend. We hang out. Yeah, we’re really friends,” Hilton told Reuters. “We’ve been having barbecues and hanging out at the house. The winner and I have been pretty low-key so far, because it is top secret right now.”
Talking about how the show prepared the contestants for the go, go, go Hollywood lifestyle, along with the constant presence of photographers, Hilton added, “In my life you can get photographed at any time. You never know when paparazzi are going to be hiding around the corner. So my friend needs to be paparazzi-ready.”

Kim Kardashian on DWTS: “Just A Few More Days!!!”

Kim Kardashian on DWTS: “Just A Few More Days!!!”
(NSI News Source Info) September 18, 2008: Popping out for her daily errands, the always-sexy Kim Kardashian was spotted picking up a prescription at her local Rite Aid earlier yesterday (September 17).
The afternoon outing comes amidst an intense training routine as the socialite turned reality star prepares for the September 22nd premiere of “Dancing with the Stars”.

Of her experience with the show and dance partner Mark Ballas, Kim recently blogged: “We had to pick two songs that were the right tempo and cadence for the specific dances we’re doing — it has to match and has to work — but we also wanted things that worked for our personalities — plus we wanted things that we thought the crowd would like.”
As for hitting the dance floor, the 27-year-old brunette beauty explains: “At first, I just try to imitate what Mark (Ballas) does, but after a while and with his guidance, I know the dance steps myself and not that is gets easy, but it gets less confusing and we can actually dance together and that is really, really exciting. Of course I have my moments where I lose my balance or I lose my place, and some days are better than others.”
Sounding as if she’s ready to hit the stage, Miss Kardashian adds: “Mark and I continue to rehearse every single day, still make each other laugh, and are getting more and more excited to show everyone what we’ve been working so hard for!! Just a few more days!!!”

Katie Holmes Welcomes Her Biggest Fans

Katie Holmes Welcomes Her Biggest Fans
(NSI News Source Info) september 18, 2008: Reunited with her family in advance of her big Broadway debut, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise were spotted arriving for rehearsals at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre in NYC on Wednesday (September 17).
Katie has been living solo in the Big Apple as of late, but welcomed hubby Tom Cruise and her little girl into town - as they flew in by helicopter last night.

Tom and Suri made the trip as Katie will be making her Broadway debut in the Arthur Miller classic “All My Sons” tonight (September 18).
After the initial showing, Miss Holmes and her fellow cast members will start their main production run beginning on October 16, doing shows up until January 11, 2009. Enjoy the pictures of Katie Holmes with Suri in NYC (September 17), and of Tom Cruise and Suri arriving in the Big Apple the previous evening.

Petra Nemcova Supports Somaly Mam Foundation

Petra Nemcova Supports Somaly Mam Foundation
(NSI News Source Info) September 18, 2008: She’s no stranger to hardship (her fiancé died in the 2004 tsunami in Thailand, and she was seriously injured) so it’s no wonder Petra Nemcova is empathetic to charitable causes.
The Czech chick was spotted last night heating up the red carpet at the New Dreams Charity Dinner to benefit the Somaly Mam Foundation.

Miss Nemcova was turning heads all over the event in her sexy silver strapless dress teamed with a pair of matching silver toe-strap heels and a heart pendant necklace.
The Somaly Mam Foundation is an organization that rescues, rehabilitates, and socially reintegrates young victims of the sex slave trade.

Bigg Boss 2 looks fake: Ravi Kishan

Bigg Boss 2 looks fake: Ravi Kishan
(NSI News Source Info) September 18, 2008 Mumbai: Bhojpuri superstar Ravi Kishan, who was one of the inmates in the first season of Bigg Boss, said the second installment of the reality show has failed to create the desired impact because participants are not portraying their real self."All the participants in the show are acting. They are not showing their real self, which is against the concept of the show. The show looks fake and it has lost its charm," said Ravi."Bigg Boss is about showing your real self and not hiding what you are but this time all the participants are pretending and not revealing their real self. I can see everyone sleeping all the time and the show has a dull look, which makes it very uninteresting."He also feels that unlike part two, the participants of the first season were more constructive in their approach and they did all the acts collaboratively. I see inmates abusing each other, they are not friendly with each other," Ravi added.Ravi says he had some best moments of his life on the show. "The time I, Kashmera (Shah), Rakhi (Sawant), Rupali Ganguly and others had together cannot be compared to that of the present participants."About impact of Bigg Boss in his life, Ravi says the show had changed him a lot."When I came for the show, I was already a star in the Bhojpuri cinema. I was an egoistic person who was riding high on the success. But during my stay, I realised the realities of life. Staying there for so long without any communication with the outside world had taught me to adjust with other people and have an humble attitude."

Drona to have a sequel

Drona to have a sequel

(NSI News Source Info) September 18, 2008 Mumbai: Bollywood director Goldie Behl said his decision to make a sequel of his forthcoming film Drona will not depend on its box office performance.Behl, who had announced a sequel of his movie Drona even before its release, said "I will be making a sequel of it anyways. I hope that the film is well received, but even if it is not, I will go with its sequel"."When I wrote this film, I had written so much that it cannot be incorporated in a single film. The end of the film leaves a question mark. So there is already a story before and after the film. It has a prequel and sequel written in the story form. I am sure people would like to know what happened before and after this," said Behl.Behl said it now depends on Eros, Rose movies and Abhishek Bachchan to come up together as he is ready to start the sequel immediately after its release.Behl said Abhishek would be part of the sequel but as far as other actors are concerned he has not decided yet.What about casting Aishwarya Rai? "Aishwarya is my Bhabhi and if she likes the subject and role, it would be privilege and honour for me to work with her."Goldie Behl, who is the son of veteran director producer late Ramesh Behl, debuted as a director with Bas Itna Sa Khwab Hai which starred Abhishek Bachchan along with Rani Mukherjee and Sushmita Sen.Behls and Bachchans are family friends as Ramesh Behl had produced and directed various films with Big B which included hits like Kasme Vaade and Pukar."Abhishek is my younger brother and I want him in every film unless he has no problem with it."So is there any chance for other actors in Goldie's film? "It will all depend on the script. I go with the casting according to the script and if there is any chance for any other actor I along with Abhishek will decide on whom to cast in the film."About his future plans, Behl said after Drona his production company Rose Movies are planning for three movies, one of which will be directed by him."Film production has been our family business and we are now trying to come up with it in a big way," Behl added.There have been speculations in the media that Drona which was supposed to be released sometimes in August was postponed to give Yashraj's Bachna Ae Haseeno a fair run in theatres. "There is no truth in it at all. The release date was postponed as I needed more time to work on my special effects which is an integral part of it," said the director.He said half of his film's look has been created in computer graphics."This is a supernatural film where many things are fictional which need to be created in a computer and which takes a lot of time. So the time taken for it will be worth watching, that I can assure."About the story of the film, he said though it is a supernatural story everyone will be able to relate to it. It is a film which children as well as grown ups can enjoy."It's an adventure fantasy which belongs to the category of Harry Potter or Indiana Jones. It is inspired by comic books, graphic novels and Indian mythology and it is truly Indian in approach." It is the story of Aditya, a descendent of a royal family, played by Abhishek who realises the purpose of his existence and how he lives up to it. Aditya, who is also called Drona, fights with a powerful evil magician Ritz played by Kay Kay Menon in order to save the world from his evil intentions.The producers have spent a huge amount of money -- Rs 220 million -- for the look of Ritz, his den and troops and the special effects.However, Behl said the USP of his film is Jaya Bachchan. He said: "Jaya aunty is playing the reel life mother of Abhishek for the first time which is the USP of my film.""She has a very important role in the movie which needs to be watched out for," Behl added.The film, slated to hit the theatres on Oct 2, also stars Priyanka Chopra as Abhishek's bodyguard.