Japanese Obama lookalike comedian Nocchi hones his routine

Japanese Obama lookalike comedian Nocchi hones his routine
(NSI News Source Info) TOKYO — November 8, 2008: Japanese comedian Nocchi, 43, who is said by some to resemble U.S. President-elect Barack Obama, can expect a lot of job offers, according to an online survey. Ncchi, whose real name is Nozomu Sato, has recently become popular on TV programs because of his resemblance to Obama. He has studied Obama’s mannerisms to perfect his mimicry.
In the online survey about Obama conducted by an Internet-based marketing company, 39.1% of respondents said the new president will positively influence the Japanese economy and 44.7% of them said it will be a good opportunity for Nocchi to make a big name for himself in Japan’s entertainment industry.
Nocchi actually met Obama briefly at a campaign rally while in the U.S. for a TBS variety program. Obama spotted him and said: “You’re Obama”—an occasion that was covered by the Chicago Tribune.

Britney Spears: Back Home in Kentwood

Britney Spears: Back Home in Kentwood
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008: Following a big performance alongside Madonna on Thursday night, Britney Spears apparently was in the need of a little hometown relaxation.
The “Gimme More” singer, along with her two sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James, were spotted arriving in Kentwood, Louisiana on Friday morning (November 7).

Also joining the trio were Britney’s conservator father, Jamie Spears, and her brother Bryan - with mama Lynne happily greeting her family at the airport.
According to insider reports, Miss Spears and the boys are expected to spend the week back at home - surely allowing for plenty of playtime with sister Jamie-Lynn’s baby girl Maddie Briann.

Lindsay Lohan and Sam Ronson: Pure Lovers

Lindsay Lohan and Sam Ronson: Pure Lovers
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008: Enjoying a fun-filled end to their week, Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson were spotted arriving at Pure nightclub at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas last night to promote Lohan’s new line of leggings.
The “Mean Girls” hottie looked a bit rushed as she posed for the paparazzi, sporting a black minidress with blue suede heeled ankle boots, while her deejay girlfriend opted for a white t-shirt with a black vest and black trousers.

After giving a few brief interviews, LiLo and Sam sauntered inside the club where Ronson proceeded to the deejay booth for a set.
Later on, Lindsay was reportedly spotted kissing Samantha as she tended to her duties, eliciting many glances from fellow clubgoers.

Paris Hilton Celebrates Barron’s Birthday

Paris Hilton Celebrates Barron’s Birthday
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008: It wouldn’t be a Friday night in Los Angeles without a Paris Hilton sighting. And last night she was getting her swerve on at the Apple Lounge.
The “Simple Life” cutie arrived at the West Hollywood hot spot looking super hot in a champagne-sequined short-sleeved minidress with matching shoes and handbag.

Miss Hilton was also spotted at Les Deux nightclub, along with her sister Nicky, helping to celebrate her brother Barron’s birthday.
And though her new film “Repo! The Genetic Opera” has been a definite point of pride for the heiress, it seems most critics have a decidedly different take on it.
LA Times’ Mark Olsen lamented, “The film is bad - not good-bad, tacky-bad or fun-bad, just plain awful and nearly unwatchable. It seems the production has had to cut around the ubiquitous Paris Hilton, as she is never glimpsed in anything but brief, fleeting shots and her hoarse bark of a singing voice is used as little as possible.”
The San Jose Mercury had similar feelings, declaring “Repo!” to be, “as bad as it gets”, adding it’s “easily one of the worst movies of the year, if not all time.”

Dostana....Exclusive look!!!!

Dostana....Exclusive look!!!!
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008: Priyanka has been appreciated for her acting in Fashion. The song Ma da laadla was apparently shot after the film's shoot got over. After playing a super model in Fashion, Priyanka will be playing the role of an editor in this one. John Abraham has worked hard on his looks for this film.
Abhishek and John pretent as a gay couple in Dostana. John has done a Daniel Craig act where he also comes walking out of the beach in a swim suit. Abhishek has apparently lost 18 kilos for his upcoming flick with Mani Ratnam.

Priyanka Chopra is at her sizzling best in Dostana.
Green: Former Miss World is riding high on the success of her last flick Fashion

Hey baby: Abhishek who seems to be fully clothed compared to his gay partner John Abraham in Dostana says his character does not do take off shirts like John but carries lugs of attitude

Priyanka will be seen in a golden bikini in this film set in Miami, Florida. This is a story about two guys (Sameer – a male nurse and Kunal- a photographer), a girl (Neha- a fashion journalist) and an apartment. Sameer and Kunal bump into each other while looking for an apartment to rent and coincidentally head towards the same apartment. However, they are both thrown out because the owner wants to rent the apartment to girls only since her niece stays in that apartment alone. Sameer gets an idea that if Kunal and he pretend to be lovers, then the owner will agree to let them stay. Even though their plan works, the boys are in a predicament as they both fall in love with the owner’s niece, Neha, who thinks they are gay.

Anil Kapoor in Slumdog Millionaire

Anil Kapoor in Slumdog Millionaire
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008: Anil Kapoor, a cast member in Slumdog Millionaire, arrives at a screening of the film during AFI Fest 2008 in Los Angeles. Danny Boyle director of Slumdog Millionaire, and Anil Kapoor were for screening.

Anil Kapoor, a cast member in Slumdog Millionaire, arrives at a screening of the film during AFI Fest 2008 in Los Angeles
Freida Pinto at the film's screening

Actress Freida Pinto and Dev Patel, cast member in the British film Slumdog Millionaire.

SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE is the story of Jamal Malik, an 18 year-old orphan from the slums of Mumbai, who is about to experience the biggest day of his life. With the whole nation watching, he is just one question away from winning a staggering 20 million rupees on India’s “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?” But when the show breaks for the night, police arrest him on suspicion of cheating; how could a street kid know so much? Desperate to prove his innocence, Jamal tells the story of his life in the slum where he and his brother grew up, of their adventures together on the road, of vicious encounters with local gangs, and of Latika, the girl he loved and lost. Each chapter of his story reveals the key to the answer to one of the game show’s questions. Intrigued by Jamal’s story, the jaded Police Inspector begins to wonder what a young man with no apparent desire for riches is really doing on this game show? When the new day dawns and Jamal returns to answer the final question, the Inspector and sixty million viewers are about to find out.

Bipasha forced to leave Kashmir

Bipasha forced to leave Kashmir
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008 - Mumbai: Bollywood producer Bunty Walia, who had hoped to shoot his film Lamhaa in the Kashmir valley, has decided to pull out his crew from the region after a mob disrupted the shooting of a scene involving Bipasha Basu.On Wednesday, a mob surrounded the unit filming a scene with Bipasha, who plays the role of a Kashmiri girl. They wanted the film's shooting to be stopped."It wasn't a pleasant experience for Bipasha to suddenly see a mob of locals descending on the unit," said Walia."We were shooting on the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) compound, which was supposed to pass off as a street in Kashmir because there are a lot of Kashmiri Pundit houses in the compound. "One sequence had a band of Kashmiri women led by Bipasha moving towards one of the houses in a van. When the local Kashmiri men saw so many women in burqas, they wanted to know what was happening. They got increasingly agitated," he said."We realised that when it comes to mobs nothing works...not the police, not the CRPF. We decided we had no choice but to quickly pack up for the day for the sake of the unit's security," Walia added.Last week, Kashmiri fruit traders had intervened to stop the shooting of the film at the fruit market as they feared the movie might portray them in a bad light. On Monday, students of a college in south Kashmir's Anantnag district took exception to some of the portions being shot inside the campus premises and the principal then asked the film crew to withdraw. "I realised quite early in our schedule that shooting the entire film in Kashmir would be impossible. The minute the locals saw a 150-strong unit in Srinagar they got suspicious and excited. There have been recent film units in Kashmir but none in Srinagar before Lamhaa."They are apprehensive about the guns. But the gun culture has been a part of Kashmir for years. I was not showing anything unreal. This is the real Kashmir. But unfortunately their reality in a film is not acceptable to the locals," Walia said.After Wednesday's disruption, director Rahul Dholakia called a press conference in Srinagar to explain that Lamhaa wasn't projecting the Kashmir valley incorrectly."Rahul was very upset about the disruption. He asked the locals not to become a mob," Walia said."Why did the Jammu and Kashmir government promise us all cooperation and protection? I'm anxious and irritated. I'm losing a lot of money because of the disruptions. I can't shoot beyond Nov 21. I don't have my stars' dates beyond that. The light starts fading at 4.30 pm. I'm working against all odds. We feel pushed against the wall," he added.Now almost 80 per cent of Lamhaa will be shot in Film City in Mumbai. "We've rescheduled. We'll shoot vital scenes with our stars as fast as possible and quickly move out of Kashmir. My entire film was to be shot in Kashmir for 60 days. Now we can only shoot in Kashmir for 20 days. The rest of the film will be shot on a set erected at Film City (Mumbai)," Walia said.The set for Lamhaa will be constructed by Wasiq Khan. "He's done other Kashmiri films like Tahaan and Yahaan. We're shopping for Kashmiri artefacts and furniture right now. We hope to create an authentic Kashmir in Mumbai," Walia said."The administration in Kashmir was cooperative. The local people were hostile. They misinterpret anything we shoot. I'm not going to explain every shot and action to the mobs. Sadly I've to announce that the dream of Kashmir being a paradise for film units remains just a dream."

I could relate to a war widow: Preity

I could relate to a war widow: Preity
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008 - Mumbai: Preity Zinta may now be garnering rave reviews for her role in Heroes, but she says that a lot of people discouraged her from doing the film. She, however, held her ground as she identified with the role as it reminded her of her mother Neelu Zinta.Once Preity signed on the film, she worked for days on her character, language and body language with her director Karnik."The minute I read the script I knew I wanted to do it. You've no idea how many people discouraged me from doing Heroes. 'Arrey, why do you want to play the mother of a growing child? Tujhko log buddhi kahenge," says Preity."But I was adamant. I fell in love with my character. She reminded me of my mother. So many people have told me I look like her, specially in my shaadi ka joda (wedding clothes)."In Heroes, Preity plays a rustic Punjabi woman thrown into a crisis. "It was easy for me to identify with the Punjabi woman in Heroes whose husband has died in the war. I come from an army background and I know what it is like to lose someone on the battlefront."Preity unabashedly modelled the war widow's role in Heroes on her own mother. "I always thought I looked like my father. But as I grow older I think I've begun to resemble my mom. The other Punjabi woman I play in Heaven On Earth was much harder to play. I had no reference points except my director who held my hand as I suffered with my character for all the physical abuse she has to face."

Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi's story

Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi's story
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008 - New Delhi: The storyline of Shah Rukh Khan starrer Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, which is set for a December release, was being kept as a guarded secret.There were reports that the script was only told to the three lead characters - Shah Rukh Khan, Anushka Sharma and Vinay Pathak. But now it has been leaked. So, here's the storyline, apparently the film is a very earthy romantic film about Shah Rukh Khan who is married to Anushka Sharma and there is a huge age difference between them and they are not what one would call a perfect couple. They are merely stretching their marriage with no real romance in between them. They are two very different people. There's reality dance show called Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi - which is the main backdrop of the movie. The show is on the lines of popular television show, Nach Baliye.Aaparently Anushka wants to take part in the dance competition but she can't because her husband is old and not hip and happening she fears that if she dances with him, she will lose the show and become the laughing stock among all her friends, who are taking part in the same. Shah Rukh Khan overhears his wife's problem and decides to go in for a makeover. He then watches some movies and changes his image completely and comes back to the show and woos Anushka off her feet. All the way through the dance competition, she keeps falling in love with this new and improved Shah Rukh Khan, without once realising that the man she is dancing with is her real husband."Yash Raj films has refused to comment on it.

Vidya happy she's not linked to Arshad

Vidya happy she's not linked to Arshad
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008 - New Delhi: Vidya Balan is quite relieved nowadays as she has been spared of a link-up with her co-star Arshad Warsi with whom she is shooting for Ishkiyan."Vidya is happy that this time the media will not be able to link her with her co-star. Arshad is her good friend and he is happily married with two kids. So she is glad that she will be spared any link-ups this time," a source said.The two are shooting in Wai for Vishal Bharadwaj's Ishkiyan. In the past, Vidya has been linked to all her co-stars including Shahid Kapur, Sanjay Dutt and John Abraham. She was also linked to Sajid Khan, who directed her in Akshay Kumar- starrer Heyy Babby.Vidya is having a wonderful time shooting in Wai. Unlike other actors who prefer to stay inside their vanity vans between the shots, Vidya loves spending time with nature.A source said: "Vidya loves to be in a natural environment. She enjoys nature walks in between shots. She finds the entire experience absolutely soothing."

Madhavan to lose weight for 3 Idiots

Madhavan to lose weight for 3 Idiots
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008: After Abhishek Bachchan who has lost 14 kgs to look like Mani Ratnam's on -the-run fugitive in his new film, it's Mani's earlier favourite Madhavan who is required to undergo a physical melting-down.And it's not for the love of Mani. It's for Raj Kumar Hirani. Apparently, Hirani has asked all his three leading men Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi and Madhavan to "look like IIT students." The interpretation of that instruction has been left to the individual actors. Says a source, "Aamir will lose some of that aggressively muscular look that he has acquired for Ghajini. He needs too look leaner and more athletic, as he did in Dil Chahta Hai. Playing a student at 40-plus won't be difficult for Aamir. He has done so in Rang De Basanti with great success. Sharman doesn't need to lose any weight. He looks completely in character. Madhavan needs to look more toned." Madhavan who has temporarily shifted base to Mumbai to seriously pursue a career in Hindi cinema, has taken off for two weeks to Ashford in the UK to work on his physique for the role in 3 Idiots. Speaking from London Maddy says: "My sister lives here in Ashford and there're very good health clinics here. Whenever I need to change around my metabolism or rework my physique for a role I head for Ashford. And at the moment I'm re-working my physique to look like a student. "A time -frame has been set for each of the actors to get into the shape they think right for their characters. "It's not about looking thinner or younger. All three of us need to look convincing as IIT students. How we choose to do so has been left to us," says Madhavan. Madhavan returns in two weeks to resume the shooting of Teen Patti, which got suspended when the Big B fell ill.

Deshdrohi mired in controversy

Deshdrohi mired in controversy
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008 - Mumbai: Mumbai police have asked makers of the film Deshdrohi, which depicts the issue of migrants in Mumbai for a separate screening before its release on November 14.Director of the film Jagdish Sharma said that the Mumbai distributor of the film has received a letter from the Mumbai crime branch inquiring about the film whose content is reported to be based on the anti-north Indian campaign unleashed by the Raj Thackeray-led MNS. Sharma said the police wanted to see the film to ascertain if it could lead to any law and order situation. The screening will be held tomorrow, he informed.The film had nothing to do with the recent incidents in Mumbai and elsewhere in Maharashtra, he added. "Our film was stuck with the censors for over four months. We shot the film during Diwali last year. The timing of the release and the prevailing situation is a mere coincidence," he added.The film was refused clearance by the censor board. "They asked us for some cuts which we did not agree," he said, adding that writer-producer-actor Kamal Khan approached the tribunal to get the clearance certificate.Deshdrohi is about a man from Bihar who comes to Mumbai and gets involved in a fight with anti-social elements resulting in the death of the person. The story is about how the protagonist struggles to free himself from the troubles including the clutches of politicians, the director said.He said the film was earlier scheduled to release on November 7 but due to problems with exhibitors, it has been postponed by a week.

Ghajini girl Asin ready for Bollywood

Ghajini girl Asin ready for Bollywood
(NSI News Source Info) November 8, 2008 - Mumbai: Southern actress Asin, who has two big Bollywood movies in her kitty - Aamir Khan-starrer Ghajini and Vipul Shah's London Dreams - says she can't settle for substandard deals.

Sweetie pie: Gelina D'Souza, who has done around 20 films in Tamil and Telugu, will be seen this Friday opposite Akshaye Khanna in Mere Baap Pehle Aap and then much-awaited Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na opposite Aamir's nephew Imraan Khan.

"I'm very excited about both Ghajini and London Dreams. I've a long list of criteria for selecting a role, beginning with the director, banner and co-star and ending with the cinematographer. I want them all to be just right. Am I being greedy? Perhaps. I'm sorry. I can't settle for anything but the best," said Asin.In London Dreams, Asin plays a singer and gets to play the guitar and sing on stage along with Ajay Devgan and Salman Khan. "It's something I've never played before. In fact, I think it's a role never seen in Indian cinema. Beyond that I can't talk about it," she said.The makers of her Hindi films have forbidden her from talking to the media and Asin has no choice but to comply. "Such is life," she sighed. "I'm quite willing to remain quiet until I'm asked to talk. I'd rather wait for people to see me than hear me."Asin moved to Mumbai a year ago but sadly she has no friends in Mumbai. "The other girls in Mumbai don't feel threatened by one another. But the minute a striking pretty and talented actress from the South comes, they get all jittery. They see Asin as the next No 1 after Hema Malini, Rekha, Sridevi and Aishwarya Rai," said one of Asin's male co-stars.The actress added: "It is true all my friends are in Chennai and Kochi. I'm yet to make friends in the Bollywood film industry. I don't know why. But here it is just work and back home with my parents."For Asin, it's bye-bye to Tamil and Telugu cinema as she is pursuing a full-time career in Hindi movies. She is now planning to buy a house in Mumbai. "We're looking at some places. And we'll zero in on the place we want soon," said Asin, who turned 23 on Oct 26.Commenting on her age, she said: "I can't lie about my age because at the age of 14 when I started working in southern films, I gave my first interview where I gave out my birthday. Now I'm trapped forever."While Ghajini is scheduled for a Christmas release, London Dreams is expected to hit the screens in summer 2009.

Tila Tequila Kissed a Girl...

Tila Tequila Kissed a Girl...
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Because it was caught on camera, we're sure Tila Tequila liked it!
Sorry, Mac Guy, but the self-proclaimed bisexual was photographed locking lips with in front of the Crown Bar in Los Angeles last night.

A source claims this is Tila "latest lover." We give the relationship six hours. On this night, some random chick earned a shot at a staged kiss love with Tila Tequila

Aishwarya Rai ignored by Pink Panther bosses

Aishwarya Rai ignored by Pink Panther bosses
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: It happened with Mallika Sherawat, however the girl knew that she just had a five second scene for her international flick The Myth, but this similiar news can be very dissapointing for Aishwarya Rai, the bosses of her international flick Pink Panther have ignored her completely in the trailers and posters of the flick, inspite the Indian beauty starring in major scenes.

The Steve Martin flick, which will hit the theater after four months, shows no signs of Aishwarya Rai.
A source reveals, “There has been considerable delay in the film’s release. Earlier this year, the writer’s strike hampered the film’s progress. Also, the studio executives are fighting a battle against time to draw a campaign strategy that does justice to the film. Between all this, it will be interesting to see how much of Ash’s role is retained and if she will play any part in the film’s promotion or not.”
Well that’s the reason I guess, out Bollywood queens prefer to stay in their own territory.

Kareena Kapoor covers Hi Blitz

Kareena Kapoor covers Hi Blitz
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Kareena Kapoor makes a regular magazine Hi Blitz look sexy and stunning with her beauty and poise. Check her out below flaunting an Ayesha Depala and Christian Dior gowns.

Any yeah forgot to tell you, Bebo is ranked by the magazine amongst India’s 50 most beautiful people.
The girl looks innocently beautiful, the trick behind the innocent look is - no kohl/kaajal in her eyes.

Hollywood Hotties Hit Dsquared2 and W Shindig

Hollywood Hotties Hit Dsquared2 and W Shindig
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Usually when any one of these ladies shows up at an event it’s a big deal. But at last night’s Dsquared2 and W Event, Lindsay Lohan, Christina Aguilera, Mischa Barton, Nicole Richie and Sophia Bush all lit up the Chateau Marmont Penthouse 64.
“Labor Pains” actress Lindsay Lohan looked to be having a marvelous time as she sat and chatted with party guests while smoking like a chimney.

Meanwhile, Christina Aguilera enjoyed mingling with designers Dan and Dean Caten sporting a low-cut white vest-style top with a grey sash, black trousers and black heels.
Also hamming it up at the industry shindig was Nicole Richie, who looked fit and fine in a floral print floor-length dress with a black cropped leather jacket, while Mischa Barton sauntered around in a silky ivory halter-style dress.
Last but not least, “One Tree Hill” hottie Sophia Bush mingled about with fellow partygoers, looking lovely in a white tanktop with a black and gold vest paired with black trousers and matching black heels.

Whitney Port Braves the City Elements

Whitney Port Braves the City Elements
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: The Hills-turned-The City star Whitney Port managed to remain fashionable (if not entirely dry) while out and about in the wind and rain in New York City.

SOMEONE GET HER AN UMBRELLA: The lovely Whitney Port films a scene for The City, her new reality show and spinoff of The Hills. [Photo Credit: Splash News Online]

Holly Madison Happy For Kendra Wilkinson, Hank Baskett

Holly Madison Happy For Kendra Wilkinson, Hank Baskett
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Holly Madison was Hef's #1 girlfriend in the Playboy Mansion, but she says she'd be happy playing second fiddle on Kendra Wilkinson's wedding day.
"I told her a better be a bridesmaid," Madison said of her former co-star on The Girls Next Door, who it appears haven't been next door in some time.


Wilkinson's engagement to Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Hank Baskett was announced Thursday by her famous ex, Playboy founder Hugh Hefner.
A ceremony is set for June at the Playboy Mansion. One of our interns is willing to bet a month's salary ($100) that it won't happen. Anyone want that action?
Frequently-nude, one-time rivals and fellow Hugh Hefner playthings Kendra Wilkinson and Holly Madison have had their differences, but both are in happy places now.
"I haven't met [Hank Baskett] but I know she's crazy about him," Madison added. "He's a really great influence on her and I'm so happy for her."
Wilkinson isn't the only Hefner ex who's moved on.
Holly Madison is serious about her new boyfriend – Mindfreak star Criss Angel – that she told People matter-of-factly: "I'm in love with him."

Britney Spears performing with Madonna in L.A.

Britney Spears performing with Madonna in L.A.
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: It was the power pop summit nobody thought would ever happen again. Madonna was set to reunite exes Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake onstage Thursday night during a stop on her Sticky & Sweet Tour at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Only Madonna, who had worked with both singers in the past, could bring the former Mouseketeers and teenage sweethearts back into the same frame.

Britney Spears and Madonna perform in Los Angeles on Thursday

Well, there are some things even Madonna can't, or won't, do. Though Spears and Timberlake both hit the stage with Madonna at the show — which was delayed three hours due to problems with the set — they did it at separate times, according to E! Online. Britney, wearing black pants, a white tuxedo-style shirt and black heels, came out to join Madonna for the show's third song, "Human Nature."
One fan told OK! magazine that it was a whole new Spears who performed with her former VMA smooching partner. "This was a completely different Britney from a year ago," the unidentified concertgoer told the magazine. "She was glowing! It looked like she actually wanted to be on the stage."
While there were no kisses this time, the pop divas apparently bonded onstage, as Madonna flung her arm around Britney's shoulder as soon as the singer came out and told the crowd, "She is not your bitch," prompting Britney to laugh and drop her signature line, "It's Britney, bitch." The two did actually kiss as Britney left the stage, but only on the hand.
According to reports, due to a collapse of some of the stage on Wednesday, it was unclear if the show would go on at all, but Madonna said she was determined to pull it off, even if it meant using mood lighting.
"Half of my stage is missing ... which is why we're in the dark," Madonna told the crowd, according to E!. "The absence of light makes it very hard to look into the audience eyes, and that's what makes performing such a joy. So come close. And thank you for your understanding." While Britney enjoyed her moment in the spotlight (her first major live performance since the disastrous 2007 VMAs), the singer was quick to leave the backstage area moments after Timberlake re-upped with Madonna for their Hard Candy duet, "4 Minutes," later in the show. It's unclear if Spears and Timberlake had any face time backstage.
OK! reported that the now-single Madonna was not shy about grinding on JT during their song, eliciting a wide, mischievous grin from Timberlake. The onstage action didn't seem to bother Madonna's alleged boyfriend, Alex Rodriguez, who was in the audience.
Madonna also got seriously political Thursday night. "I am sorry we did not win Proposition 8," she lamented, referring to the gay-marriage ban passed on Tuesday in California. "If we can have an African-American in the White House, we can have gay marriage," she told the audience, as an image of President-elect Barack Obama appeared on the big screen behind her.

Lingerie show at China Fashion Week

Lingerie show at China Fashion Week
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Models present creations of Ordifen during the Ordifen Cup 2008 Lingerie Innovative Design Contest at China Fashion Week in Beijing, Nov. 5, 2008.

Models present creations of Ordifen during the Ordifen Cup 2008 Lingerie Innovative Design Contest at China Fashion Week in Beijing, Nov. 5, 2008.
A Model presents creation of Ordifen during the Ordifen Cup 2008 Lingerie Innovative Design Contest at China Fashion Week in Beijing, Nov. 5, 2008.

Models present creations of Ordifen during the Ordifen Cup 2008 Lingerie Innovative Design Contest at China Fashion Week in Beijing, Nov. 5, 2008.

Bond movie "Quantum of Solace" premieres in Spain

Bond movie "Quantum of Solace" premieres in Spain
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Olga Kurylenko poses during her photocall for the Spanish premiere of the latest James Bond movie "Quantum of Solace" in Valencia November 6, 2008.

Ukrainian actress Olga Kurylenko poses during her photocall for the Spanish premiere of the latest James Bond movie "Quantum of Solace" in Valencia November 6, 2008.

Tomoka Kurotani named 'Woman With the Most Appealing Teeth'

Tomoka Kurotani named 'Woman With the Most Appealing Teeth'
(NSI News Source Info) TOKYO - November 7, 2008: In the latest award for celebrities, actress Tomoka Kurotani, 32, is the recipient of the “Woman With the Most Appealing Teeth” honor. Electric appliance maker Philips gives the award each year to promote its range of electric toothbrushes.
Kurotani said, “I brush my teeth three times a day. Coming from Osaka, I learned to take particular care of my teeth after eating ‘okonomiyaki,’ which has lots of tiny green laver on it.”

Justin Timberlake, Britney & Madonna to Perform Together

Justin Timberlake, Britney & Madonna to Perform Together
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: If there's one thing we know we can bank on from Madonna, it's that she'll boink Alex Rodriguez shake things up and make music history every so often. Her latest spectacle? Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake are both set to perform alongside the Material Girl Thursday when her Sticky & Sweet tour rolls into L.A.'s Dodger Stadium, according to Ryan Seacrest's report on E! News.
"They are going to be onstage performing with Madonna," Seacrest said.

While Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears have both collaborated with Madonna on music and girl-on-girl action, respectively, the exes certainly haven't been spending massive amounts of quality time together in the years since they split.
Previous reports of a duet between Britney and Justin for her new album were bogus. Every so often, a story will pop up that Spears years for JT. Physically.
"If Justin and Britney end up on that stage with her... I don't know if I've ever seen anything quite like that before," Seacrest said. "Expect some surprises."
Hopefully by that he means Madonna making out on stage both of them ... or A-Rod joining the trio for an encore. Something along those lines.

Pregnant Rebecca Romijn Still Looks Great

(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Watch your back, Heidi Klum. Another former Sports Illustrated cover model is making a serious run for Hottest Pregnant Person.
Former Ugly Betty star Rebecca Romijn opens up to Page Six Magazine about her twin daughters on the way, fertility drugs, her split from ex-husband John Stamos and her current marriage to Jerry O'Connell. Couple of lucky stiffs.

Here's one of Rebecca Romijn's best quotes on pregnancy: “I can’t move anymore ... I’m a beached whale! ... I have not been without a bra this entire pregnancy. I refuse. I’m not taking any chances. I’m determined to keep the puppies up!”
Amen. Here she is in all her pregnant glory ...

2008 MTV Europe Music Awards Rock Liverpool

2008 MTV Europe Music Awards Rock Liverpool
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: It’s one of the biggest nights in the International music industry, and earlier this evening musicians from all over the world converged on the Echo Arena in Liverpool, England for the 2008 MTV Europe Awards.
Taking care of the hosting duties was none other than Katy Perry. And the “I Kissed a Girl” songstress had plenty of sass and costume changes (a total of 12) to fill the 2-hour time allotment.

One of the night’s highlights happened when Sir Paul McCartney’s accepted the Ultimate Legend Award, presented by U2 frontman Bono. And according to MTV Networks International Chairman Bill Roedy, the former Beatle is “one of the true greats.”
Roedy commented to press, “Not only has he been one of the most formative influences on the music scene on a global scale, but he is one of the founding fathers that has earned Liverpool the recent accolade as most musical city in the U.K.”
In addition, Britney Spears took home the award for Best Album for her song “Womanizer.” And though she wasn’t in attendance to accept, she had prepared a gracious speech via video.
Rousing musical performances of the night included Kid Rock, Beyonce Knowles, The Killers, Take That, and Kanye West, among others.

Paris Hilton’s Lack of Privacy

Paris Hilton’s Lack of Privacy
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Causing a stir wherever she goes, Paris Hilton was busy making her way around Beverly Hills, California on Thursday afternoon (November 6).
According to a source on the scene, as soon as the heiress was spotted, she was surrounded by tourists and photographers which led her to drive away in her blue Bentley.

Wearing a powder blue outfit with matching sunglasses, Miss Hilton was able to fit in a little shopping amongst the chaos, also touching up her tan at the Portofino Sun Center.
In a recent interview, Paris revealed her disdain for not being able to go about her daily business without being swarmed, saying, “I try to sometimes travel… I’ll wear a wig and I try to go unnoticed, but it doesn’t ever work. No matter what country I go to, people recognize me and know who I am.”

Leona Lewis: MTV EMA Hottie

Leona Lewis: MTV EMA Hottie
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: This past year has held so many wonderful landmarks on her meteoric rise to fame. And earlier this evening (November 6), Leona Lewis was the belle of the ball at the 2008 MTV European Music Awards.
The “Bleeding Love” songstress arrived on the red carpet looking angelic in a strapless pale pink dress teamed with a pair of open-toed silver strap heels.

As for Katy Perry’s “obsession” with her, Leona told press that she was unbelievably flattered, though she doesn’t foresee any real-life depictions of her hit song “I Kissed a Girl.”
Lewis commented, “It’s very flattering. Katy came to one of my shows in Los Angeles. She was really funny and lovely. I don’t really have girl crushes that often. I probably had people who I admire but I don’t know about a crush in that sort of way.”

Kate Moss: Sheer Shopper

Kate Moss: Sheer Shopper
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Out enjoying a day of retail therapy, Kate Moss was spotted shopping on Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood on Thursday afternoon (November 6).
Dressed in a sheer black top with tiny jean shorts, the sexy supermodel combed the racks at Decades and Decadestwo boutique with the company of a gal pal.

As previously reported by Gossip Girls, Miss Moss will be teaming up with pop sensation Justin Timberlake, designer Marc Jacobs and Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour to kick off The Costume Institute’s annual gala benefit in May of 2009.
Press reports tell, “Themed ‘The Model as Muse: Embodying Fashion,’ the show aims to explore fashion, and the changing ideals of beauty that accompanied different eras.”
“The idea of muses or models, whether it is someone you know or someone you have seen in an image, someone of your imagination or a creature of your own invention, is important to every designer and every collection,” said Marc Jacobs. “I hate talking about inspiration, but everyone needs a catalyst. We look at this person, this model, this muse, and we design for her. It seems like a kind of fundamental thing, but wide open for lots of great clothes.”

Last look at Kyunki Saas Bhi Bahu Thi

Last look at Kyunki Saas Bhi Bahu Thi
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008: Because it is the end: A look at the last ever episode of the epic TV show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.

Some Kahaani: Sakshi Tanwar of Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii played a part in Ekta Kapoor's other magnum opus, Kyuni..., as Parvati Agarwal, the major non-Virani on the show. This happened during the cross-over with Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, which took place in March 2007. She also appeared on the last episode of the series, perhaps in an attempt by Ekta Kapoor to have the last laugh and get soaring TRPs.
Husband no.2: Ronit Roy took over the role of Mihir Irani, Tulsi's husband. The creator of Kyunki... recently said that she wants a husband like Ronit Roy. Roy has since remained loyal to Balaji Telefilms, and is now playing Bhishma on Kahaani Hamaaray Mahaabhaarat Ki.

Calling it a day: The closing of Kyunkii... comes shortly after the closing of yet another big Ekta Kapoor show, Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii.

Claim to fame: Kyunki... rocketed Smriti Irani's success to the height that not only was she a household name across classes and generations all over India, she could even stand for elections in Delhi. She played the role of Tulsi Virani on the show, from 2000 till 2007, when she left after a spat with creator Ekta Kapoor.

All patched up: It took the otherwise shrewd Ekta Kapoor eight months to realise that the show can't work without its heartbeat, which was Smriti Irani, who was summoned back in April 2008. However, the damage done to the show was lasting, and finally the show is going to say goodbye to its audience.

What now?: While some actors are going to continue with Balaji telefilms in their other pursuits, stars like Smriti Irani and Sakshi Tanwar have so far not been signed on for anything. The big question is, what will they do now?

Ash sidelined in Pink Panther

Ash sidelined in Pink Panther

(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008 - New Delhi: Bollywood's most coveted actress, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan recently faced something she hasn't faced ever before - snubbing. As the former Miss World was getting ready for her big Hollywood project - The Pink Panther, she realised, much to her shock, that she was being left out of all promos, posters etc.Originally, Ash was to appear with Steve Martin in the promos, but now it seems, The Father of the Bride star is being featured in the promo without her esteemed company.Reports say that the Bachchan daughter-in-law was really excited to be a part of this big Hollywood project, and thought it to be the first among many to come mainstream Hollywood films. The said snubbing has brought much disappointment and indignation to the actress.The production house has given a hint that they weren't quite sure how to play up her star status, since it is really limited to Asia. So much for international acclaim. Perhaps Ash will take this incident as a heads-up on the reality of her popularity. Let's hope she'll take a leaf out of Bipasha's book, and pledge to maintain her queenly status in Bollywood instead of running to Uncle Sam.

I am thrilled: Ajay Devgan

I am thrilled: Ajay Devgan
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008 - New Delhi: Bollywood actor Ajay Devgan is revelling the success of his comic caper Golmaal Returns and has announced part three in the series."Golmaal Returns has turned out to be one of the biggest films this year. I am thrilled to know that the film has collected more than Rs 34 crore (Rs 340 million) in just first five days of its release," said Ajay."We are also proud to announce Golmaal 3. For the time being we all are enjoying the super success of Golmaal Returns before we start working towards the next one," he added.On the success of the film, Ajay said: "Kudos to Rohit Shetty and his team."Ajay was in London for a while to shoot for Vipul Shah's London Dreams and he "canned two songs and a lot of scenes" for the film. The actor's schedule is choc-a-bloc in the coming days. Soon he leaves for a 20-day-schedule for Toonpur Ka Superhero. And Sunday he visits the national capital along with his wife to flag off the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon."We are going to flag off a special four-km marathon organized by 'Harmony' meant for elder citizens. I think it is going to be fun," he concluded.

Abhishek's illness worries Amitabh

Abhishek's illness worries Amitabh
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008 - New Delhi: Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, who is currently shooting with wife Aishwarya in Kerala for Mani Ratnam's Raavan, has fallen ill, revealed father Amitabh. Amitabh wrote on his blog that the morning of Wednesday was very eventful for him."As I step out of bed in the early hours of today (Wednesday), Obama wins, B R Chopra passes away and Aishwarya calls that Abhishek is down with shivering and high fever. All three events come across simultaneously within seconds," Amitabh wrote on his blog."I want to get through to Abhishek, media is worried as they have a deadline," he added. Amitabh wrote that Abhishek might be suffering in Kerala, "a distant location", due to "rough conditions, rain and dirt".

Priyanka's sexy figure in Dostana

Priyanka's sexy figure in Dostana
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008 - New Delhi: After flaunting her curves and earning rave reviews for her performance in Fashion, Priyanka Chopra is all set to show off her svelte figure in swimsuits and beachwear in forthcoming film Dostana. She says she had to work really hard to get the right shape for the romantic comedy."For Fashion, I had to put on six kilos and later had to shed chip by chip as the character progressed in the film. My body structure in Dostana is more toned than in Fashion as it is a completely beach film. I've worked very hard on my body," said Priyanka.After a hectic schedule with six films in a row this year, Priyanka said shooting for Dostana with Abhishek Bachchan and John Abraham was like a vacation and a rejuvenating experience for her.Entirely shot in Miami, Florida, Dostana comes as a breather for the actress whose flagging career was given a new lease of life with Fashion after a series of duds - Love Story 2050, God Tussi Great Ho, Chamku and Drona."Dostana was like a vacation. It was so much fun. We were in Miami for two months and I was so fresh and rested when I came back. It was like a really relaxed outdoor and (I had a) great time because everybody got along well with each other," Priyanka said.Produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the romantic comedy will release on Nov 14.Priyanka plays a fashion journalist who shares her apartment with Abhishek and John. The two dupe her to rent her apartment on the pretext of being a gay couple."John, Abhishek and I are best friends in the film who do everything together. It's a romantic comedy and a fun film about what happens in their lives," the actress said.Asked if she had any apprehensions working with a debutant director, especially after a string of flops this year, Priyanka said: "Tarun is a fabulous friend of mine and an incredible director. When I first met him, I was a little scared."I am a kind of person who asks a lot of questions. I test directors. I like asking and Tarun knew the answer to every question I asked. He blew my mind with his confidence and the commitment he had towards the film. By the end of the film, he's become a really close friend of mine and I admire him as a filmmaker."The former Miss World also says: "I definitely want to try singing. I might start with, maybe, a song in one of my films but I'm not sure when. But I definitely want to do it."Priyanka is currently shooting for Vishal Bharadwaj's Kaminay and Ashutosh Gowariker's What's Your Raashee, which she calls a "very complicated and difficult romantic comedy".She also has sequels to Farhan Akhtar's Don - The Chase Begins Again and Goldie Behl's Drona, apart from an item number opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Priyadarshan's Billo Barber.

Sonia Gandhi on silver screen

Sonia Gandhi on silver screen
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008 - Mumbai: The country's most powerful bahu's story will soon be on the sliver screen in a film called Sonia. The film directed by Kumar Kiran will look at Sonia Gandhi's life from 1964 to 2004 when she decided not to accept the position of the Prime Minister. Kumar Kiran has not sought the Congress President's permission. He says he trusts she will not have any issues with his project. "It is a creative human portrayal from an ordinary or small town Italian girl to leading the world's largest democracy, then giving up the claim," said Kumar Kiran, director.When the Censor board pointed him in the direction of 10 Janpath to seek a no objection certificate from madam, Kumar moved the Bombay High Court. The Court has asked the censor to pass the film without the certificate. "We didn't seek a written approval as I said we didn't want to. Even when the censor said we didn't seek it because we have a right to make a sincere, authentic movie without defaming her," said the director. The film will test rather turbulent waters as it goes into Sanjay Gandhi's accidental death, Indira Gandhi's attempts at bringing her son Rajiv into politics, her assassination, Rajiv' riding the sympathy wave to become Prime Minister, the Bofors controversy, his assassination and Sonia's coming centre stage.

Abhishek's slimmer avatar for Ravan

Abhishek's slimmer avatar for Ravan

(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008 - New Delhi: Abhishek Bachchan, who had earlier gained weight for Guru, has bid goodbye to his flab and lost 15 kgs for his role in Mani Ratnam's forthcoming flick Raavan.Besides the slimmer look, AB baby has also gone for a crew cut look for the character. "Mani Ratnam wanted Abhi to have a lean body for the lead role. Mani also asked Abhishek to get a crew cut so that he looks convincing in his role," according to reports. Abhishek has been paired opposite wife Aishwarya Rai in this flick. Lets hope the two sizzle again.

Prachi Desai turns down Ekta Kapoor

Prachi Desai turns down Ekta Kapoor
(NSI News Source Info) November 7, 2008 - Mumbai: Prachi Desai is just one film old, but she's already courting controversy by declining mentor Ekta Kapoor's film and opting out of Mahesh and Mukesh Bhatt's much talked-about Jashan. The young actress, however, insists that she hasn't upset anyone."It's true I'm out of Jashan. I really wanted to work with the Bhatts who have done such wonderful work with Kangana (Ranaut) and other girls. I said yes thinking the dates that were with Abbas-Mustan could be adjusted. Unfortunately, it didn't work out. Fortunately, the Bhatts aren't upset with me. We'll work together again very soon," said Prachi.Prachi got noticed for her role as Farhan Akhtar's dutiful and beautiful wife in Rock On.Reportedly, Abbas-Mustan, the duo working with Prachi on her second film Life Partner with Tusshar Kapoor, have the actress contractually bound to ensure theirs is her second release. Prachi, however, did not comment on the matter.As for the supposed differences with Ekta, Prachi said: "Ekta, her mom Shobha aunty and I are too close for people to try and spoil our relationship. We don't only share an actress-producer bonding. I'm like a daughter in their family. And Shobha aunty is concerned about my film career. She advised me to wait until the release of Rock On before signing any new films. I'll always be relying on Ekta and Shobha aunty to guide me through my career."Prachi doesn't flinch from admitting she declined a film offer from Balaji."They had spoken to me about a film, but we hadn't signed a contract or anything. Like I said Shobha aunty and Ekta have told me to do what is best for my career."When I left their serial Kasamh Se it was a heart-wrenching decision for me. I had become a part of the Balaji family and I was moving into an area where I had no experience at all. Luckily, Ekta encouraged me to do Rock On although the role was that of a wife and mother-to-be and I had to play a woman older than I am. But then in Kasamh Se I played a wife and a daughter-in-law. So I guess those years of experience came in handy when I finally did my first film," she explained.After Rajeev Khandelwal in Aamir, Prachi is the second Balaji breakaway actor to make it big in films."What Kasamh Se did for me in two-and-a-half-years, Rock On has done in two-and-a-half hours. People used to say they wanted a daughter-in-law like Bani. Now they're saying they want a wife like Sakshi in Rock On. And to think Farhan and Ritesh Sidwani's company used to get hate mails when they signed me on for their film! People were so upset because they felt a film career was taking me away from television," she said.Prachi is now done with television. "Going into films was a big risk. I was playing a character I knew little about. I was moving from one medium to another and also to an audience from a different age group. But I had age on my side. Even if I had failed there was enough time to make corrections. I'm so glad Rock On worked."She credits reality show Jhalak Dikhla Jaa for creating a bridge between TV and cinema. "The reality show allowed me to be more myself. After being the weepy daughter-in-law and playing a woman between 30 and 40 for so long, I had fun dancing. I think Jhalak... got me Rock On."Prachi says she has made her parents proud. "When as a child I'd say I wanted to be an actress, they didn't take me seriously. At last the people around me are taking me seriously."

B&HGSG News: Sherlyn Chopra is the hot and sexy sizzling beauty in Bollywood

B&HGSG News: Sherlyn Chopra is the hot and sexy sizzling beauty in Bollywood
(NSI News Source Info) November 6, 2008: Sherlyn Chopra is the hot and sexy sizzling beauty in Bollywood. She is bold and is ready to do anything in front of the camera.
She was a model and now is trying her luck in Bollywood films. Sherlyn is more popularly known as Mona Chopra, but the actress has changed her name to Sherlyn Chopra.
She is partly Christian and partly Muslim. She has got a Persian ancestry and Punjabi surname.
Sherlyn says she wont hesitate to strip in front of camera and she has admitted that she has no hang-ups about real life exposure.
She is the new sexy sizzling face of bollywood with a perfect sexy body.
She was lately seen in the ad campaign for PETA(People for Ethical Treatment of Animals) with some whips and chains.(Photos are available in our gallery section).
Besides being a hot and sexy actress Sherlyn Chopra has got a good voice too.She has released her new Album in which sexy actress plays the role of a composer,singer, lyricist and actress.
The album is named ‘OutRageous’ an sherlyn is really ‘outrageous’ in this album.The video is available in our ‘Videos’ section.
After seeing Sharukh’s Dard-e-Disco Sherlyn is in the work for her new album ‘Dard-e-Sherlyn. Hope it will be more ‘outrageous’ and sexy than her previous album.

Tila Tequila: Babe in Black

Tila Tequila: Babe in Black
(NSI News Source Info) November 6, 2008: Never a disappointment in the fashion department, Tila Tequila was spotted looking fine at the Company 81 launch party last night.
The “A Shot at Love” starlet donned a short-sleeved shiny black dress with a steel studded black leather belt, black leather gloves, and a pair of black high-heeled ankle boots as she hammed it up on the red carpet.

And Tila wasn’t the only Hollywood hottie in attendance at the Santa Monica shindig, held at Fred Segal. “She’s the Man” cutie Amanda Bynes showed up in a leopard print minidress with a black jacket overtop.
Meanwhile, “90210” stud Adam Gregory handled the hosting duties, looking sharp in a plaid button-up equestrian-style shirt with distressed jeans.

Stars Flock to Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Benefit

Stars Flock to Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Benefit
(NSI News Source Info) November 6, 2008: Last night was a good one for Parkinson’s disease research as the Michael J Fox Foundation held its “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s” benefit at the Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers.
And everyone from Michael J. Fox and family, to newlyweds Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds, to Martin Scorsese and funnyman Ben Stiller all showed up to lend their support.

It’s no wonder the event had such an amazing turnout - The Who showed up to give a rousing performance in the Metropolitan Ballroom as part of the festivities.
Fox was first diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease back in 1991, and ever since he’s been making a concerted effort to raise awareness and funding for medical research.

Korean Pop Night Concert in Singapore Held on November 4

Korean Pop Night Concert in Singapore Held on November 4

(NSI News Source Info) November 6, 2008: In a bid to strengthen and celebrate the friendship between Korea and Singapore, the Government of the Republic of Korea and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea will host a K-POP extravaganza featuring eminent pop-stars and budding talents from Korea in a cultural outreach campaign to youths, students and Korean Wave ("Hallyu") fans in Singapore. Organized by Korea Culture & Content Agency, the concert will feature 9 popular Korean artists such as the Wonder Girls, Chae Yeon, Andy (from Shinhwa), Jun Jin (from Shinhwa), V.O.S., Jewelry, U-Kiss, 2PM and Kim Jong Wook. Most of them have played to thousands of fans at sold-out concerts all over the world and will be debuting in Singapore for the first time at this concert.

Billy's Bootcamp to return to Osaka

Billy's Bootcamp to return to Osaka
(NSI News Source Info) OSAKA - November 6, 2008: American fitness guru Billy Blanks, 53, will return to Japan to promote his “Billy’s Bootcamp in Japan” event in Osaka on Saturday, according to the organizer.
At the event, Blanks will directly instruct participants. He said in an official comment, “We last had the bootcamp in Osaka in March and it was a success. I’m looking forward to seeing the people of Osaka again.”
Blanks has become a phenomenon in Japan. In 2007, he sold more than $130 million worth of merchandise, including more than a million copies of his “Billy’s BootCamp” video series, which includes four DVDs.

NHK announces 'support group' for 'Red & White Song Contest'

NHK announces 'support group' for 'Red & White Song Contest'
(NSI News Source Info) TOKYO - November 6, 2008: Public broadcaster NHK on Wednesday introduced TV producer-commentator Terry Ito, 57, actor Kazuki Sawamura, 41, and talent Mari Sekine, 24, as members of the “support group” for its annual year-end program “Red & White Song Contest.” They will co-host the program together with the main MCs.
Ito said, “I would like to sing the popular song ‘Ofukuro san’ with singer Shinichi Mori.” The song is currently prohibited from being sung because of a personal dispute between Mori and the composer.
Meanwhile, Sawamura said, “I wonder which team, Red or White, I should support, because I like something pink.” Sekine, who appeared on the program last year with her father and comedian Tsutomu Sekine, said, “This year, I have very dependable partners!”

Izumi Mori wins 'Japan Make-up award'

Izumi Mori wins 'Japan Make-up award'
(NSI News Source Info) TOKYO - November 6, 2008: Model Izumi Mori, 26, on Monday won the 2nd Japan Make-up Award in Tokyo. Mori was chosen through online voting. Mori, who appeared in a long black dress, said, “I often use darker foundation because I like tanned skin color. Today, I made up myself to be sexy.”
She also said, “Because I like dogs, I would like to develop cosmetics for dogs.”