Saturday, December 6, 2008

Cate Blanchett Gets Her Star

Cate Blanchett Gets Her Star
(NSI News Source Info) December 7, 2008: Adding her name to the list of screen legends, Cate Blanchett was given a coveted star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday afternoon (December 5).
The “Babel” babe headed to the front of the Egyptian Theatre on Hollywood Blvd., greeting fans and posing for pictures as the famed honor was bestowed upon to her.
Joking about where she thinks her star will someday end up, Cate told press, “I’m sure they’ll move me down to the men’s urinal several blocks down, but it’s incredible.”
The award comes less than three weeks before the US release of her latest film, “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” in which she once again pairs up with co-star Brad Pitt.

Lisa Lazarus finds Mumbai safe

Lisa Lazarus finds Mumbai safe
(NSI News Source Info) December 7, 2008: On one hand England cricket players are leaving the country as they have been left terrorized by Mumbai Terror Attacks, Miss UK Lisa Lazarus finds the city safe. She even toured the city with her boyfriend and was keen to attend the peace rally held at Gateway but couldn’t make it on time because of her shooting schedule.
Lisa says, “I feel very safe here. I don’t think I would feel safe in Pakistan. If I was asked to go there now, I wouldn’t. Here everyone’s been so overly protective. If something has to happen, it will happen, death is something you cannot run away from.”
Incidentally, Lisa was to reach Mumbai on 26/11 but didn’t get her visa. Instead, she sat at home and watched with horror at the carnage unfolding live on television. “It was still Tuesday there. Taj was one place I thought of visiting.”
Meanwhile Lisa is gushing about her co-star Salman Khan, “I saw his pictures. He is so good looking but I also love Aamir Khan. I think these guys are the Brad Pitt of India.”
On comparision with Katrina, she says, “It’s a compliment. We can be friends. Katrina is also from UK, like me.”
Well this girl is surely talking sense.

John’s very angry after Mumbai attacks

John’s very angry after Mumbai attacks
(NSI News Source Info) December 7, 2008: John Abraham was recently seen inaugurating food and wine show my magazine Upper Crust and represented the never-say-die Mumbai spirit who bounced back after the attacks.
However John is quite angry, “I’ve been born and brought up in Mumbai. I may be smiling and laughing now, but I’m so angry that I can beat up someone,” says John.
Although the media is being criticized by many for minute by minute coverage of the attacks which helped the terrorist and informed them about every external move, John is quite happy with them.
He says, “This is the first time I’m saying this — the media has done a fabulous job. You guys were very good.”
Do you guys think that media did the right thing by showing the minute-by-minute coverage of the attacks which ultimately helped the terrorists?

Famous Bollywood Kisses

Famous Bollywood Kisses
(NSI News Source Info) December 7, 2008: There was a time when kisses on screen seemed like a taboo. Today they are as popular as item numbers in movies, thanks to apni Mallika Sherawat who broke all the norms with her 17 kisses in the film Khwahish.There have been smooches on screen time and again that hit the headlines and raised a few eyebrows. Through the course of history lets look at some of the most sensational smooches on screen.
Bobby(1973) - Way back in 1973, Bobby was declared a bold film. Raj Kapoor dared to experiment with everything from skimpy clothes to a quick smooch between Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia to rake gold at the box-office.
Dayavan (1988) - This Mani Ratnam film is much known only for its hot kissing scene between ’sweet and young’ Madhuri Dixit and ‘once-upon-a-time superstar’ (then in his mid-age) Vinod Khanna . The film was a remake of a Tamil film which didn’t do well at the Box-office.
Raja Hindustani (1996) - The Kissing scene between Aamir Khan and Karisma Kapoor drenched in rain came as a surprise to many watching the film in the Indian cinemas. Nonetheless, it was an amazingly shot kiss.
Fire (1996) - One of the most controversial films in the history of Indian cinema. A super hit overseas as it told the tale of lesbian love in the heart of middle class India. Nandita Das and Shabana Azmi share a controversial kissing scene in the film.
Khwahish (2003) - Govind Menon’s Khwahish is synonymous with Mallika Sherawat’s 17 kisses on screen. Record breaking I must say!
Hey Ram (2000) - Apart from a controversial subject matter, what added to the controversy was the scandalous love-making and kissing scenes between Rani Mukherjee and South superstar Kamal Hassan.
Kyun…Ho Gaya Na (2004) - Aishwarya Rai had always been an enigma for the media especially after she broke up with Salman Khan. She was said to be dating Vivek Oberoi during the time Kyun… Ho Gaya Na released. Although the kiss between Vivek and Ash evoked curiosity, the film was a major flop.
Boom (2003) - Boom did not do well on the box-office only that it made news for its kissing scenes. The lovemaking scene that made news and the censor board go chop-chop-chop was the one between Gulshan Grover and newcomer Katrina Kaif (in her debut role). Apparently Gulshan demanded 7-8 retakes of his kissing scene with Katrina. Katrina had no complaints because she didn’t have Salman as her boyfriend then
Black(2005) - A Kissing scene in the film between veteran Amitabh Bachchan and co-star Rani Mukherjee, playing teacher and student gathered a lot of smirks.
Dev (2004) - Kareena and Fardeen Khan shared a kiss on screen for the movie Dev and that became quite controversial because it didnt go down well with the Muslim community because they both played Muslims in the film.
Musafir (2004) - Musafir is amongst those umpteen Sanjay Dutt gangster films. The only reason why this one is fresh in people’s minds is because of some sensational (and sometimes unnecessary) love-making scenes between Anil Kapoor and Sameera Reddy.
Dhoom 2 (2006) - Nothing wrong with the kiss between Aishwarya Rai and Hrithik Roshan. But someone filed a case against the Yash Raj films because he found the kiss obscene. Also the kiss is said to have upset the Bachchans who are Aishwarya’s in-laws now. Hrithik Roshan was not invited to the Abhi-Ash Wedding despite being Abhishek’s childhood friend.

Hollywood Celebrity....Actress/Model Eva Marcelle Pigford

Hollywood Celebrity....Actress/Model Eva Marcelle Pigford
(MSI News Source Info) HOLLYWOOD - December 7, 2008: Eva Marcelle Pigford at the premiere of Overture Films' "Nothing Like The Holidays" on December 3, 2008 in Hollywood, California.Hollywood Celebrity Actress/model Eva Marcelle Pigford arrives at the premiere of Overture Films' "Nothing Like The Holidays" held at the Grauman's Chinese Theatre on December 3, 2008 in Hollywood, California

Miss World Fashion Show

Miss World Fashion Show
(NSI News Source Info) December 7, 2008: Miss World Fashion Show and Top Model competition in Soweto, South Africa, Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008 ahead of the final beauty pageant to be held Saturday Dec. 13, in Johannesburg.
Winner, Miss Russia Kseniya Sukhinova, center, flanked by second runner up Miss Angola, Micaela Reis, right, and runner up Miss India, Parvathy Omanakuttan, left, seen during the Miss World Fashion Show and Top Model competition in Soweto, South Africa, Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008

Laura Bush sends Seasons Greetings from the White House

Laura Bush sends Seasons Greetings from the White House
(NSI News Source Info) December 7, 2008: Laura Bush introduces the 2008 holiday decorations in the East Room of the White House on Wednesday. More than 60,000 visitors are expected to tour the holiday decorations.
Laura Bush introduces the 2008 holiday decorations in the East Room of the White House on Wednesday

Shah Rukh Khan conferred with Malaysian title Datuk

Shah Rukh Khan conferred with Malaysian title Datuk
(NSI News Source Info) Melaka - December 7, 2008: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan Saturday became the first foreign actor to be conferred the title of Datuk, akin to a British knighthood, at a special ceremony here.
Shah Rukh responded by announcing that he would shoot an entire film, tentatively titled "Happy New Year", in Malaysia next year. "There is a film I am planning some time in August and September and will send a team down to look around," The Star Online quoted him as saying.
He would also help develop the Malaysian movie industry that has had directors like Phani Mazumdar and Ritwik Ghatak making films. On how he felt about his Datukship, the actor said that it was an honour not only for him but also for all actors from India. "I am very happy that I have found a big space in the hearts of people here," he added.
Resplendent in a black baju Melayu, samping and songkok, the traditional Malaysian attire, he received the state award from Melaka Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Khalil Yaakob, the royal constitutional head of the state.
The 43-year-old actor held the estimated 1,000 guests at the investiture spellbound as he received the Darjah Mulia Seri Melaka (DMSM), conferred on him in conjunction with the 70th birthday of the royal chief October 11. Shah Rukh was tied down by a busy work schedule and could not fly in from Mumbai to receive the award in October or on the later date, Nov 29.
He arrived at the venue, Dewan Seri Negeri, at 10.55 a.m. and kept smiling and waving to his fans as he was escorted into the hall, Bernama, the official Malaysian news agency reported.
The actor was the focus of attention of the local and foreign photographers as well as guests who clicked away on their camera phones from their seats in the hall. At the end of the investiture, the guests took the opportunity to have photographs taken with Shah Rukh.
He has received over 40 awards in the entertainment and film industry including, the Screen Award, Zee Cine Award, NDTV Award and International Indian Film Award. He had acted in the Hindi film, "One 2 Ka 4", that has scenes shot in Malaysia, including at the A Famosa Resort in Alor Gajah near here.
At a joint news conference with the chief minister, Shah Rukh Khan repeatedly thanked Khalil and the Melaka state government for the award bestowed on him. "Thank you to the Melaka government for this prestigious award. I was so honoured to receive this award that was given by a country that does not even understand my language," he said.
He said Melaka has many beautiful places and he will come back to shoot a movie here. "Melaka has beautiful scenery and I will promote this country to the world for hosting a shooting here," he said.
Shah Rukh said he was excited and flattered wearing a baju Melayu and samping when he received the award. He sounded disappointed that he could not stay longer here this time and said he might bring his family on a holiday.
The baju Melayu he wore was sponsored by Sovereign Wear Sdn Bhd and the Melaka state official samping made of songket was sponsored by the Institut Seni Malaysia Melaka. The royal chief's wife, Toh Puan Zurina Kassim, and Melaka Chief Minister Mohammed Ali Rustam and his wife, Asmah Abdul Rahman, were also present at the investiture.
Shah Rukh noted that Malacca is a beautiful state that possesses many locations ideal for moviemaking. He suggested the state set up at least one or two floor studios and labs here in order to attract moviemakers. Shah Rukh is immensely popular among the Malaysians, besides other Indian actors like Saif Ali Khan and Salman Khan. Their popularity goes beyond the estimated 2.6 million Indian diaspora that forms eight percent of Malaysia's 28 million population.

Natasha Richardson and the mother of all wardrobe malfunctions

Natasha Richardson and the mother of all wardrobe malfunctions
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: Acsress Natasha Richardson unveiled a foxy new look and rather more than she would have liked on the red-carpet at last night's star-studded Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Gala.
In an attempt to ensure she didn't embarrass herself by tripping up as she ascended the stairs in her high heels, Natasha came a cropper anyway.
As the actress from the highly-regarded Redgrave acting dynasty hitched up her pale pink chiffon gown, she inadvertently flashed her nude-coloured thong to the assembled audience.
Flash Richardson: Actress Natasha Richardson revealed rather too much as she flashed her nude-coloured underwear at last night's Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York
Maybe her inspiration came from comic book hero Flash Gordon.
The Maid in Manhattan star clearly forgot about the waist-high slash in her gown, as she hoiked up the layered chiffon creation and unwittingly exposed a well-toned leg, and her flesh-coloured thong.
The embarrassing wardrobe malfunction appeared to go unnoticed by Natasha, who was accompanied by former Gucci creative director Tom Ford, despite the fact that much of her leg and her underwear was clearly on show.
Thankfully, 44-year Natasha has not fallen victim to the trend for 'going commando' - wearing no underwear - and her tiny thong just about spared her blushes.

Oprah named most powerful woman in Hollywood

Oprah named most powerful woman in Hollywood
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: Oprah Winfrey tops The Hollywood Reporter's Power 100 list, an annual ranking of the most influential women in the entertainment industry.
The chairman of Harpo Inc. was selected "based on her dizzying array of Oprah-branded media and her immense cultural influence," editor-in-chief Elizabeth Guider said yesterday. Oprah Winfrey (C), chairman of Harpo Inc. and host of "The Oprah Winfrey Show" who was named the most powerful woman in entertainment on The Hollywood Reporter's 17th annual Women in Entertainment: Power 100 list, poses with actress Glenn Close (L) and Andrea Wong, President and CEO of Lifetime Networks, the 21st woman on the list, at a breakfast for the honorees in Beverly Hills, California December 5, 2008
The Hollywood Reporter also ranks the industry's highest-paid actresses each year. Angelina Jolie is No. 1, commanding more than $15 million a movie, followed by Julia Roberts and last year's top earner, Reese Witherspoon.
The honorees were chosen by Hollywood Reporter editors, based on overall media influence and ability to greenlight projects. The actresses were ranked by asking-price salary.
Swayze's 'amazing'
Travis Fimmel has nothing but respect for Patrick Swayze. Fimmel and Swayze portray FBI agents in the A&E series "The Beast," which premieres Jan. 15.
Fimmel said Swayze, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer earlier this year, didn't miss a day of work during the months-long shoot: "He's just a tough guy and is such a proud guy, and it's amazing - you wouldn't know there's anything wrong with him at all."
Heche pregnant
Anne Heche is having another baby, her representative, Nicole Caruso, has confirmed. The father is her boyfriend and former "Men in Trees" co-star James Tupper.
Heche has a 6-year-old son, Homer, from her marriage to cameraman Coleman Laffoon. The couple divorced in June after a protracted custody dispute.
The 39-year-old actress - who was romantically linked with Ellen DeGeneres for three years - played a relationship guru who relocated to Alaska in the ABC TV drama. *

Friday, December 5, 2008

Marisa Miller Helps the Shiny Toy Guns

Marisa Miller Helps the Shiny Toy Guns
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: Always a top draw when it comes to promotional events, Marisa Miller was spotted at The Shiny Toy Guns Perform At Harley Davidson’s Evolution Of The Icon in New York City on Thursday night (December 4).
The Victoria’s Secret beauty showed up at The Seaport for her red carpet walk, looking her oh-so glamorous self, as per the usual. Throughout the night, Miss Miller, who was recently named “Sexiest Woman Alive” by numerous publications, mingled with Mikey Martin, Gregori Chad Petree, Jeremy Dawson and Sisely Treasure of Shiny Toy as she helped draw attention to their musical endeavors.
Along with stepping out for promo appearances, Miss Miller also participated in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which aired on CBS last night.

Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt’s Mexican Getaway

Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt’s Mexican Getaway
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: During their recent trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt tied the knot. And it looks like their time down south was a blast.
In some newly-released photographs, the peroxide pair is shown gallivanting around their tropical surroundings while filming scenes for their MTV reality show “The Hills.”
And while both Heidi and Spencer look blissfully happy together, it seems Heidi’s mom wasn’t so thrilled when she heard the news of their nuptials.
In response to Darlene Egelhoff’s harsh words against Pratt, Spencer told Ryan Seacrest’s KIIS FM radio show, “I am sure she is jut hurt and reacting crazy because she wasn’t there. I can’t wait to prove her wong and be married for the rest of our lives.”
He added that they won’t be joining Montag’s family for the upcoming holiday celebration. “After that statement [to US Weekly], the Pratts, as in Heidi and Spencer Pratt, will have their own Christmas tree out here.”

Priyanka to help Harman

Priyanka to help Harman
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: While Harman is in desperate need for a hit after a flop debut, girlfriend Priyanka Chopra is basking in the success of Fashion and Dostana. So the newbie has asked girlfriend Priyanka to help him out with his next flick Victory by doing a sizzling item dance for his flick.Apparently due to recession and Harman’s debut disaster many buyers are shying away from buying the film and are demanding heavy cuts in price.
A source reveals, “Now one of the producers of the film, Manmohan Shetty, has urged the debutant director of the film, Ajit Pal, to put an item number in the film. This may just improve the prospects of the film on the ticket windows. Harman has requested girl friend Priyanka to do the number and she has agreed.”
Well I wonder if her presence will make it better? Remember Priyanka had a full-fledged role in LoveStory and still it flopped.

Kangana sizzles up on Filmfare

Kangana sizzles up on Filmfare
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: Check out Kangana getting it hot and hotter on the December edition of Filmfare magazine.The actress bares out her soul in the interview. How do you like her look on the cover?

Dil Mill Gaye Heartthrob Married?

Dil Mill Gaye Heartthrob Married?
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: There is a buzz in the tellywood that TV heartthrob Karan Singh Grover aka Dr. Armaan Mallik of the soap called Dill Mill Gaye has taken a few day sabbatical from shooting and has whipped of the Goa with his longtime love Shraddha Nigam (of the Krishna Arjun and Choodiyan Fame).Karan who hit popularity charts after he got Dil Mill Gaye has been dating Shraddha Nigam for a long time now and the couple were expected to tie the knot anytime. This secret wedding might surely prove as a heartbreaker for girls who were great fans of him.
A source reveals,”Karan and Shraddha realize that at this time Karan’s career is more important and his wedding affect his popularity amongst female fans.”
Shraddha has also dismissed the rumors saying that she went to Goa to holiday with her ‘family’. Now would that mean with ‘Karan’?

Jodhaa Akbar a favorite for BAFTA Awards

Jodhaa Akbar a favorite for BAFTA Awards
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: Ashutosh Gowariker’s magnum opus Jodhaa Akbar is a favorite at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts awards this year.Gowariker’s Jodhaa Akbar starring Aishwarya Rai and Hrithik Roshan has been nominated at the BAFTA for the Best Foreign Film Category.
According to sources the film has been well received by the critics and the BAFTA jury and has very good chances of winning the award if all goes well.
The BAFTA awards ceremony will be held at the Royal Opera House in London on 8th February. We wish the team of Jodhaa Akbar all the best!

Michael Bloomberg and Lucy Liu

Michael Bloomberg and Lucy Liu
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: Michael Bloomberg and Lucy Liu attend the 2008 UNICEF Snowflake Ball at Cipriani's on December 3, 2008 in New York City.

Michael Bloomberg and Lucy Liu at the 2008 UNICEF in New York City

Christina Aguilera at "The Grammy Nominations Concert Live"

Christina Aguilera at "The Grammy Nominations Concert Live"
(NSI News Source Info) December 6, 2008: Christina Aguilera arrives at "The Grammy Nominations Concert Live" in Los Angeles on Wednesday Dec. 3, 2008.

Christina Aguilera at "The Grammy Nominations Concert Live" in Los Angeles

Bollywood Celebrities

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Thursday, December 4, 2008

Beyonce and Jay-Z: Contemporary Art Lovers

Beyonce and Jay-Z: Contemporary Art Lovers
(NSI News Source Info) December 5, 2008: Living it up down south in Florida, Beyonce Knowles and her hip-hop husband, Jay-Z, attended the Contemporary Art Fair in Miami erlier today (December 4).
The relaxing getaway comes after a tiring promotional run for her new movie “Cadillac Records,” which hits theaters in the States on Friday (December 5).
Meanwhile, Miss Knowles revealed in the new issue of Elle that being married to Jay-Z can be a “power struggle” with both having demanding, multi-million dollar earning careers.
“If I didn’t respect someone and they didn’t have that strength, then I would be bored,” the 27-year-old tells. “I wouldn’t be attracted to them.”
As for having kids, it’s not looking all that promising. Beyonce explains, “I’m terrified of having a child. No way! I’m terrified of delivering a child because I saw my nephew being born. That traumatized me. I’m only 27. I’ve got time.”

Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendes Have London Spirit

Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendes Have London Spirit
(NSI News Source Info) December 5, 2008: Enjoying some time across the pond, Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendes were looking fine at the London, England photocall and launch party of their new movie “The Spirit” earlier today (December 4).
The “In Good Company” actress and her “We Own The Night” co-star were spotted hamming it up at the Atelier Moet photocall, along with co-star Samuel L. Jackson.
Miss Mendes was keeping the guys drooling in a swirly blue-green printed dress with black peep-toe heels, while Scarlett (who married Ryan Reynolds earlier this year) kept it conservative in a grey dress underneath a grey cardigan with grey stockings and black heels.
After a quick change of clothes, the lovely ladies then made their way to the launch party that followed, with Scarlett wearing a floral patterned ensemble while Eva brightened things up in a sexy yellow dress.
Joining a bevy of other promising movies, “The Spirit” is set to hit theaters nationwide this Christmas, December 25th.

Priyanka Chopra launches Tag Heuer Carrera Collection in Chennai

Priyanka Chopra launches Tag Heuer Carrera Collection in Chennai
(NSI News Source Info) December 5, 2008: As the rain gods unleashed their fury on Chennai, Bollywood's leading lady Priyanka Chopra arrived as a ray of sunshine in the city.
She was here to launch the latest Carrera collection of watches of Tag Heuer, the leading international watch brand.
The collection is inspired by Motor Sports and is a beautiful amalgamation of style and technology.
Present at the occasion were Mr. Manishi Sanwal, General Manager, LVMH watch and jewellery; Mr. Ashok Doshi, Managing Director, The Helvetica; and Ms. Manmeet Vohra, Marketing Director, Tag Heuer. Also present was Mr. Prabhu of Accolade PR who handled the PR for the event in Chennai.
The event began with VJ Cary welcoming the guests. Mr. Sanwal explained about the collection. Priyanka spoke about her association with Tag Heuer. She has been the brand ambassador for Tag Heuer for two years now.
She also answered questions from the audience which ranged form her endorsement of the brand to her films. The star of Fashion and Dostana mesmerised the audience with her straightforward answers and down-to-earth persona When asked whether she would be interested in doing Tamil films, the gorgeous actress replied that she had made her debut through Tamil films (Tamizhan opposite Vijay) and Tamil Cinema was always very dear to her. So all of Priyanaka's fans can surely hope to see her in Tamil films! Galatta.com managed to get an exclusive video interview with this former Ms. World.
Though she was on a flying visit to Chennai and had a flight to catch immediately after the event, she took the time to talk to us.

Spencer Pratt Defends Marriage to Heidi Montag

Spencer Pratt Defends Marriage to Heidi Montag
(NSI News Source Info) December 5, 2008: It's been a few weeks since secretly eloping with Heidi Montag in Mexico, and Spencer Pratt is still defending their decision.
"It was totally spur of the moment," Pratt said Thursday on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS-FM radio show of his Cabo nuptials. "If I had planned it, I think I would've stepped up my ring game a little bit," he added referring to the $8 rings they picked up there for the ceremony.
And while the wedding included "margaritas, sunsets and beautiful settings," friends and family were not included – something Heidi's mom, Darlene Egelhoff, was not happy about.
"She's just hurt and reacting crazy because she wasn't there," he said of Egelhoff, who has been quoted as saying that the marriage won't last. "I can't wait to prove her wrong and be married for the rest of our lives." Pratt went on to call filming an episode of The Hills with his new mother-in-law Wednesday, the "most insane day of my entire life."

Meena....Beauty from South Mera Bharat

Meena....Beauty from South Mera Bharat
(NSI News Source Info) December 5, 2008: Meena, is one of the most successful actress in South Indian cinema.
Meena was born on September 16, 1976 in Chennai (formerly Madras), Tamil Nadu.
Meena started her career as a child artist in Telugu films and Tamil films. She acted with Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan , and later became a star in her own right.
She had hits with Muthu, Ejaman, Veera and Avvai Sanmughi.
Meena has a huge fan following in Japan.
She has acted in almost all the south Indian languages like Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada etc.
Her first film was 'Nenjangal' with Sivaji Ganesan as child artist.

Vipul Shah Buys Asin Shoes Worth 2 Lakh!

Vipul Shah Buys Asin Shoes Worth 2 Lakh!
(NSI News Source Info) December 4, 2008: Asin, while she awaits the release of her Bollywood debut film Ghajini is also in Vipul Shah’s forthcoming film London Dream opposite another great Khan - Salman Khan. In an important scene opposite Ajay Devgan, Asin complained that the shoes provided to her were uncomfortable and they did not look good either.
But Vipul Shah was in no mood to cancel his shooting for a pair of shoes. So he kept the unit waiting and quickly drove Asin to a Shoe store in Paris and patiently waited till Asin tried on a few pairs and finally selected one.
A source reveals, “The actress handpicked a lovely pair of black shoes, decorated with studs, worth 3000 euros or Rs 2 lakh approximately, and Shah, left with little option, paid for that pair and rushed back to the sets to resume the shoot with the lady.
Reportedly, Asin did not even enquire the cost of the shoes, and Vipul didn’t tell her about it either. Even the director-producer doesn’t seem to be complaining. He said he doesn’t compromise on the quality in his films.”
Wonder if that pair of shoes will go to her after the shooting of the film ends.

Amitabh Bachchan To Star With Robert Di Niro

Amitabh Bachchan To Star With Robert Di Niro
(NSI News Source Info) December 4, 2008: Its East meets West as India’s star of the millennium Amitabh Bachchan is all set to share screen space with the most iconic actor of Hollywood Robert Di Niro. They are going to work together on a film directed by Paul Schrader. A source reports, “The Hollywood director had made a secret trip to Mumbai a couple of months back for location hunting. The person who was assisting him throughout the trip was director Anubhav Sinha, who was instrumental in bringing the director to Mumbai and will be collaborating with Schrader on the project. The film will be shot extensively in New York, Mumbai and Dubai.”
“Yes, we are working on a big project that will involve A-list stars from both Hollywood and Bollywood. But I won’t be able to reveal details right away,” confirms Anubhav.
“Amitabh Bachchan, on the other hand, has confirmed that Paul Schrader has already had a preliminary discussion about the film when he was in Paris at that time.
Sources say that Bachchan has okayed the project and all actors, including Robert De Niro, will be given a bound script of the film by March next year. All the actors are expected to sign on the dotted line by that time and shooting will begin from April 2009,” adds the source.
This surely seems to a be a movie to watch out!

Ayesha Takia’s Wedding Postponed

Ayesha Takia’s Wedding Postponed
(NSI News Source Info) December 4, 2008: Ayesha Takia was supposed to wed restaurateur Farhan Azmi on Christmas Eve but her wedding has now been postponed to mid-2009. All this thanks to the terror attacks in Mumbai.
The groom, Farhan confirmed the news saying,”Ayesha is currently in Greece shooting a song for Boney Kapoor’s Wanted. The groom-to-be confirms, “When Ayesha heard the news of the attacks, she broke down. Dad (SP party leader Abu Azmi), was in a hospital recuperating from an operation; he too started crying when he heard about the terrorist attacks. None of us are in the mood for any celebrations this year. Our mood is too grim and somber. There can be no wedding celebrations as of now maybe mid-2009 and that too it will be a small and private affair.”
Farhan adds, “We are all shaken up by what happened. I saw it happening next door, as Nariman House is seven buildings away from our home and very close to the Taj and Oberoi hotels. When the Oberoi was sealed, many guests came from there to Koyla and Café Basilico (both owned by Farhan). None wanted to stay, so I took them home.
On the first night from Koyla, which is 500m away from the Taj, we could see the fire burning on the sixth floor and hear women and children screaming to be let out ‘please help us’… It still gives me goose bumps to even think about it.”
Ayesha had informed all her producers and directors that she will quit acting after she gets married and she intended to wrap all her committments before December.

Karen Mok Promoting Own Label Perfume

Karen Mok Promoting Own Label Perfume
(NSI News Source Info) December 4, 2008: Hong Kong singer and actress Karen Mok attends a news conference to promote a perfume which was designed and named after her, in Taipei December 4, 2008.

Hong Kong singer and actress Karen Mok at promotion of her own label/brand perfume in Taipei December 4, 2008

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Yoko Ono dishes out peace in Tokyo

Yoko Ono dishes out peace in Tokyo
(NSI News Source Info) TOKYO — December 3, 2008: Yoko Ono on Tuesday announced her upcoming charity concert “John Lennon Super Live” to be held at Nippon Budokan on Dec 8 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of her peace and human rights efforts.
She also distributed pieces of a clay pot as a present to those in attendance, and asked them to bring them back in 10 years time so they can put the pot back together as a gesture of rebuilding peace.
Ono, 75, likened the smashed pot to the sad state of affairs in the world today, and asked the audience to think of how they can help in peace efforts when they look at their piece of the pot, and to come back to the Imagine Studio in Yurakucho on Dec 2, 2018 and help rebuild it.
John Lennon and Ono’s fight for world peace together began in 1968 when they planted two acorns at the Coventry Cathedral in England.
Their act was not only a symbol for peace, but also of east and west coming together, and a symbol of the distance between two people being minimized by love. They held their famous “Beds In for Peace” events the following year.

Canadian model Rachel in Bollywood flick

Canadian model Rachel in Bollywood flick
(NSI News Source Info) December 3, 2008: International model, pin-up girl and Canadian-Indian phirangi phataka Rachel Wood has been signed on by the US-based, start-up firm Purple Fire Films for an international Hindi Film.
project. Rachel who has done several modeling assignments abroad and has also featured in more than 10 Punjabi videos (all shot in Canada and the US) is of Indian origin. She is a third generation Canadian-Indian and has lived all her life in Canada and the US. Rachel has featured on the covers of most international men's magazines. She is also a pin-up and bikini model and is a regular at most Auto and Bike shows.
.Besides, Rachel, the producers have approached John Abraham, Dino Morea and Rahul Bose as prospective co-stars. However, the male lead for this project starring Rachel has yet to be confirmed, said sources.
Co-incidently, Rachel has also done some "not-worth-mentioning Indian print ads, which she did during her short holiday visits to India in the past to earn some extra pocket money," explained Media Manager and spokesperson for Purple Fire Films, Flynn Remedios adding that she has also featured in two local videos but doesn't want to talk about them now. "She has been taken on a 3-year-three-film contract," said Flynn.
Rachel who is currently in Mumbai for a desi-Bollywood acting course, said that it was her dream to act in a typical Bollywood family entertainer. "I have always loved Bollywood movies. I am a great fan of Salman, Aamir and SRK. I must thank Purple Fire Films for giving me this opportunity to co-star in an Indian production." The project will feature Rachel in some very steamy and seductive scenes and will also have some devil-may-dare action scenes.

Aamir Khan on GQ Magazine

Aamir Khan on GQ Magazine
(NSI News Source Info) December 3, 2008: Aamir Khan who rarely features on the cover of any magazine, will be seen hotting up the sex quotient of GQ magazines December edition. The perfectionist hunk looks awesome in the picture giving a serious look.
The editor of the magazine says, “Aamir Khan doesn’t appear on many magazine covers. The fact that he has chosen to work with GQ is a testament to the magazine’s 50-year old reputation as a publication featuring and read by intelligent, successful men.
What makes the cover story even more special is the fact that Karan Johar, allegedly a member of a rival camp in the film industry, has interviewed Khan - for the first time. The result is an entertaining, candid conversation that even Bollywood skeptics would find engaging.”
What do you think about Aamir’s GQ look?

Lakshmi Rai....Glamorous, Hot & Spicy from South Mera Bharat

Lakshmi Rai....Glamorous, Hot & Spicy from South Mera Bharat
(NSI News Source Info) December 3, 2008: Lakshmi Rai is an Indian actress from Hubli Karnataka. Lakshmi Rai, who shot to fame with her performance in Telugu film Kanchanamala Cable TV has been in the news for some time now for all the wrong reasons.
Recently, the snaps of her nude photo session have hit the headlines. This sexy girl is slowly strengthening her foothold in South Indian Cinema by acting in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam.
She has been chosen to act with Jayam Ravi and Kangna Ranaut in Jeeva's film Dhaam Dhoom.
She is also going to make an appearance in Mammootty's Pazhassi Raja.
She has appeared in South Indian films, mostly Tamil language films. Most notably, she has been linked romantically to Indian cricketer Sreesanth.
She was a model before entering the film fraternity. She has modelled in several ads such as Bru coffee, Saravana’s stores and Fair and Lovely. Her portrayal of her role as Aarthi in the film Dhaam Dhoom was widely appreciated by the audience.

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Lucy Liu

Lucy Liu
(NSI News Source Info) December 3, 2008: Lucy Liu was born in New York City, and was raised with her brother, Alex Ya Liu (Liú Yá Lì), in Queens, New York by Chinese immigrant parents, and attended New York City's famous Stuyvesant High School.
She attended New York University for only one year after being discouraged by the "dark and sarcastic" atmosphere of NYU. She transferred to University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, where she graduated with a degree in Asian languages and cultures. She managed to squeeze in some additional training in dance, voice, fine arts, and acting. During her senior year, Liu auditioned for a small part in a production of Alice in Wonderland and walked away with the lead; encouraged by the experience, she decided to take the plunge into professional acting.
She moved to Los Angeles and split her time between auditions and food service day jobs, eventually scoring a guest appearance as a waitress on "Beverly Hills, 90210" (1990). That performance led to more walk-on parts in shows like "NYPD Blue" (1993), "ER" (1994), and "The X Files" (1993). In 1996, she was cast as an ambitious college student on Rhea Perlman's ephemeral sitcom "Pearl" (1996).
Liu first appeared on the big screen as an ex-girlfriend in Jerry Maguire (1996) (she had previously filmed a scene in the indie Bang (1995), but it was shelved for two years). She then waded through a series of supporting parts in small films before landing her big break on "Ally McBeal" (1997). Liu initially auditioned for the role of Nelle Porter, which went to Portia de Rossi, but writer-producer David E. Kelley was so impressed with her spunk that he promised to write a part for her in an upcoming episode. The part turned out to be that of growling, ill-tempered lawyer Ling Woo, which Liu filled with such aplomb that she was signed on as a regular cast member.
The "Ally" win gave Lucy Liu's film career a much-needed boost--in 1999, she was cast as a dominatrix in the Mel Gibson action flick Payback (1999), and as a hitchhiker in the ill-received boxing saga Play It to the Bone (1999). The next year brought even larger roles: first as the kidnapped Princess Pei Pei in Jackie Chan's western Shanghai Noon (2000). She became more famous with her turn as Alex in the Charlie's Angels movie, starring alongside more established modern Hollywood icons Drew Barrymore and Cameron Diaz.
The sequel to the film, however, opened to poor reviews and box office receipts. Lucy was also paid sixteen million dollars less for her work in Charlie's Angels than co-star Cameron Diaz.
Lucy Liu starred with Antonio Banderas in Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever, a critical and box-office failure that was remarkable only in its casting of two minorities as the lead roles. Lucy also had a role as O-Ren Ishii in director Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill films.
The first installment of the Kill Bill films, Volume 1, exposed Lucy as a more serious and physically adept actress than had been evident from her previous roles. She won an MTV Movie Award, further solidifying her fame with young, hip audiences, for "Best Movie Villain".When she's not hissing at clients or throwing well-coiffed punches, Liu keeps busy with an eclectic mix of off-screen hobbies.
She practices the martial art of Kali-Eskrima-Silat (knife-and-stick fighting), skis, rock climbs, rides horses, and plays the accordion. In 1993 she exhibited a collection of multimedia art pieces at the Cast Iron Gallery in SoHo (New York), after which she won a grant to study and create art in China. Her hectic schedule doesn't leave much time for romantic intrigue, but Liu says she prefers to keep that side of her life uncluttered.

Britney Spears Performs On ABC's "Good Morning America"

Britney Spears Performs On ABC's "Good Morning America"
(NSI News Source Info) December 3, 2008: Britney Spears performs on ABC's "Good Morning America" at The Big Apple Circus tent at Lincoln Center on December 2, in New York City.

Britney Spears performs on ABC's "Good Morning America"

7th Zhejiang Music and Dance Festival opens

7th Zhejiang Music and Dance Festival opens
(NSI News Source Info) December 3, 2008: Performers perform on the stage during the 7th Zhejiang Music and Dance Festival in Hangzhou, capital of east China's Zhejiang Province, Nov. 24, 2008. More than 700 contestants will present 227 musical works, 80 percent of which are original, during the festival that kicked off with a great performance!!!!
Performers perform on the stage during the 7th Zhejiang Music and Dance Festival in Hangzhou, capital of east China's Zhejiang Province, Nov. 24, 2008

Beautiful models display on 6th Guangzhou International Auto Show

Beautiful models display on 6th Guangzhou International Auto Showthe 6th Guangzhou
(NSI News Source) December 3, 2008: International Auto Show in Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong Province, opened on Nov. 19, 2008.
Beautiful Chinese models posing and displays on the 6th Guangzhou International Auto Show in Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong Province, Nov. 18, 2008

Beyonce and Friends Attend Cadillac Records Premiere

Beyonce and Friends Attend Cadillac Records Premiere
(NSI News Source Info) December 2, 2008: Despite a driving rain storm, Beyonce attended the New York City premiere of her latest movie this week, Cadliiac Records.
The film is a biopic of Chess Records and its recording artists, most notably Etta James, played by the bootylicious singer sometimes known as Sasha Fierce.
Here's a shot of Beyonce on the red carpet of the film's premiere:
Who else came out for the event? And what other poses did Beyonce strike? Click on the following images to find out!

Nicole Kidman and Family: Au Revoir, Paris

Nicole Kidman and Family: Au Revoir, Paris
(NSI News Source Info) December 2, 2008: She’s been busy promoting her new movie “Australia” in the French capital of Paris, but earlier today (December 2nd) Nicole Kidman was spotted on her way out of town.
The “Moulin Rouge” actress was accompanied by her husband Keith Urban and their daughter Sunday Rose as she left the Ritz hotel in the City of Lights.
Last night, Kidman and Urban were looking good as they attended the big Paris premiere of “Australia” along with People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive Hugh Jackman.
Though it hit theaters last Wednesday here in the States, French audiences won’t get to see “Australia” until Christmas Eve, December 24th.

Sallu's fascination with Katrina's clone

Sallu's fascination with Katrina's clone
(NSI News Source Info) December 2, 2008: Salman Khan has always been fascinated with look-alikes of his lady loves. After his break up with a certain Miss Rai, he went around promoting Dia Mirza and more so Ash clone, Sneha Ullal.
It's another matter that he couldn't help save the careers of these dames at all.
Now that he's in a 'high pressure' relationship with Katrina Kaif (well, they don't show it but that seems to be the case with reports of fights and disagreements every now and then!), he's busy promoting a Kat look- alike.
The buzz is that Kat was missing from the promotional event of 'Yuvraaj' and this babe acted as his arm candy. Some of his family members were also present at the event. Now this lady's uncanny resemblance to Katrina Kaif has been noticed by many. Her name is Zarine Khan and she's his leading lady in his next flick 'Veer'.
In fact it was Sallu who chose her.He spotted her when she was acting as Katrina's body double in the disastrous 'Yuvvraaj'.
A new entrant is usually kept away from the media spotlight but Salman showcased Zarine at the event and wanted to know whether she looked like Katrina or not! Must say, this guy is really good at acting 'different' at times.
According to a source, "Salman had an exclusive trial for close family and friends at Globus on Thursday night. Salman introduced Zarine to everyone present, but he also kept asking them if she looked like Katrina. The two seemed very comfortable with each other."

Neil and Bipasha: A Masaledaar jodi

Neil and Bipasha: A Masaledaar jodi
(NSI News Source Info) December 2, 2008: Bong babe Bipasha Basu is set to sizzle with another younger hero( after Ranbir Kapoor) in 'Freeze'. The latest is that the movie directed by newcomer director Jehangir Surti has been renamed as 'Aa Dekhen Zara'. The Producer of the film and Executive Director, Eros Pictures Vikram Rajani has a very interesting comment to make.He'd reportedly stated, "What is Freeze? The film was always called Aa Dekhen Zara. I don't know how people called the film 'Freeze'. That was just a working title we had in mind. We've had the title 'Aa Dekhen Zara' registered long time back."The film with dusky Bips and 'fair and lovely' Neil is reportedly a romantic thriller. It is nearing completion and the buzz is that would release sometime next year.
We wonder how the romance between the unlikely pair turns to be like. This surely seems like a movie to look forward to!

Akshay and I can't fight: Sanjay Dutt

Akshay and I can't fight: Sanjay Dutt
(NSI News Source Info) December 2, 2008 - Mumbai: Contrary to reports about the two stars not seeing eye to eye, Sanjay Dutt and Akshay Kumar got along like a house on fire when they came together after 14 years to shoot the underwater thriller Blue.
"The last time Akshay and I worked together was in Amaanat in 1994. And now Blue. I can see the transformation in him from then to now. It's been a long journey for him. And in many ways, I see a reflection of my own journey," said Sanjay.
During the two-month-long shooting schedule in Bangkok and Phuket for Anthony D'Souza's directorial debut, the two actors bonded big time, exchanging notes in between complicated underwater sequences.
Rubbishing reports of fights with Akshay in Bangkok, Sanjay said: "Who's spreading these rumours? Obviously some people can't tolerate the fact that I get along with my co-stars. They want to see me fighting with my co-stars and directors. Sorry, I won't oblige. Getting into fights with Akshay isn't possible."
"I'm a guy who gets along with everybody. And anyone who knows me will vouch for this. Akshay is like a younger brother to me. He gives me so much respect it's embarrassing to hear we've been fighting. And the way he has struggled from scratch to become a big star is exemplary," Sanjay said."
They also wrote that I was having a fight with director Tony in Bangkok. I was in the water most of the time while he was directing me. When do I get a chance to have a fight with anyone? If anyone is trying to spoil the party for me, let me tell these spoilsports they aren't going to succeed. They aren't going to be invited for my parties."
Just one problem in this new pally scenario. The two wives - Maanyata and Twinkle Khanna - haven't really met or hit it off with each other.

Soha Ali Khans speaks her heart out

Soha Ali Khans speaks her heart out
(NSI News Source Info) December 2, 2008: While the whole film fraternity is shocked by the terrifying Mumbai attacks, Soha Ali Khan as the Senior Advisor of Avaaz has been sending a heartfelt e-mail to many of her friends and fans.
The e-mail reads, “Dear friends across India and the world, The brutal Mumbai terrorist attacks sought to divide us… I’m writing this because I feel we need to honour their memory… The attacks were aimed at our people, our prosperity and our peace.
But their top target was something else: our unity. If these attacks cause us to turn on each other in hatred and conflict, the terrorists will have won…
Let’s deny them that victory. We’re launching a message to extremists on all sides and all our political leaders, one that will soon be published in newspapers across India and Pakistan.
The message is that these tactics aren’t working, that we’re more united than ever, united in our love and support to each other, and determined to work together to stop violent extremism. If millions of people sign it, our message will be unmistakable…
As a Muslim, I am shocked at what has been done in the name of my faith. As an Indian, I am determined to keep these terrorists from tearing our nation apart. As a human being, I join with the entire world in condemning this horrific violence.
It’s time to speak out… together.With respect, sadness and hope,Soha Ali Khan, actress and Avaaz senior advisor”
Very true Soha, lets unite and fight terrorism which has no religion, no faith which just aims at innocent lives.

Kareena to shake her leg with Carmen

Kareena to shake her leg with Carmen
(NSI News Source Info) December 2, 2008: It’s not only Akshay Kumar who will indulging in some matkas-jhatkas with Hollywood babe Carmen Electra, as the lead actress of the flick Kareena Kapoor will also be joining them.
A source reveals, “Akshay has already done a music video with an international performer (Snoop Dogg for Singh is Kinng). Meanwhile Kareena has struck gold with item songs. So it was felt that she should be in the music video to add a huge luster to Carmen’s expensive music video, to be shot in Mumbai from February 10.”
Kareena also confirms the news, saying, “Yes, it’s true that I’ll be there in the music video with Carmen and Akshay. Since I play a part-time model in the film, dancing would be quite in character.’
Kareena also gives us a peek at her action stunts with Sylvester Stallone, saying, “Just wait and watch what all I’ve done in Kambakht Ishq. I’ll shock the audience.’
Well we just hope that it’s not yet another Tashan for you.

BARTON TOPS MOVIE NUDES LIST

BARTON TOPS MOVIE NUDES LIST
(NSI News Source Info) December 2, 2008: MISCHA BARTON's nude scene in British moviemaker RICHARD ATTENBOROUGH's romance drama CLOSING THE RING has been named the flesh-flashing clip of the year.
Barton's big reveal beat Aussie model/actress' Sophie Monk's nude scene in Sex & Death 101.
Heather Graham's bare-all moment in Adrift in Manhattan rounds out the top three on blogger MrSkin.com's sexy list.
But none of the films land on the blogger's all-time top 20 list, which is topped by Phoebe Cates' swimming pool scene in Fast Times At Ridgemont High.
Also making the 2008 list are newlywed Asia Argento (The Last Mistress), Neve Campbell (I Really Hate My Job) and Anna Faris (The House Bunny).

Monday, December 1, 2008

Romanian Unification Anniversary + Beauty In Uniform = Full Unification

Romanian Unification Anniversary + Beauty In Uniform = Full Unification
(NSI News Source Info) December 1, 2008: Female service personnel line up before the National Day military parade in Bucharest, Romania, Monday, Dec. 1. Romanians celebrate 90 years since the unification of Transylvania, Walachia and Moldova into one state in 1918.
Romanians beauty in uniform celebrating 90 years since the unification of Transylvania, Walachia and Moldova into one state in 1918