Thursday, September 18, 2014

KAPIL SHARMA ~ HUMOUROUS JOKES

KAPIL SHARMA ~ HUMOUROUS JOKES

Twinkle Twinkle little star ....
Teri Girlfriend gaye bazaar ....
Us ko mil gaya MAJNU ka pyar ....
Ab tu beth ker MAKHIYAN MAAR !

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Paul McCartney During Hunter Original, Spring/Summer 15 Show At London Fashion Week in London

Paul McCartney During Hunter Original, Spring/Summer 15 Show At London Fashion Week in London

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - September 13, 2014: From left, Paul McCartney, Chrissie Hynde, Rita Ora and Jamie Campbell Bower sit in the from row during the Hunter Original, Spring/Summer 15 show at London Fashion Week in London, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2014.

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Meera Nayyar in Toronto Canada

Meera Nayyar in Toronto Canada

BHGSG News ~ Toronto, Canada August 23, 2014: We were invited by a dear friend for a delightful gala evening celebration. The host has guests from all corner of the planet for the occasion, as the evening was progressing with Punjabi songs being sung by near and dear as well guests, a family member flew in from New York.

Also the renowned Bollywood movie producer / director Meera Nayyar short tempo back landed from Africa for the occasion. Seen in the photo from left are Nalini Malhotra, Meera Nayyar & Carina Seth.

There was gourmet Indian food with tasty mutton curry along with enticing kulfi falooda and the party went on till early day break with dance and music.

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Paz Vega, Nicole Kidman, Tim Roth With Director Olivier Dahan of The Film "Grace of Monaco" At Cannes Film Festival

Paz Vega, Nicole Kidman, Tim Roth With Director Olivier Dahan of The Film "Grace of Monaco" At Cannes Film Festival

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - May 24, 2014: Director Olivier Dahan, cast members Paz Vega, Nicole Kidman, Tim Roth pose on the red carpet as they arrive for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film "Grace of Monaco" out of competition during the 67th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes.

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Bollywood Actress Mallika Sherawat At Cannes Film Festival 2014

Bollywood Actress Mallika Sherawat At Cannes Film Festival 2014

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - May 24, 2014: Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat poses on the red carpet as she arrives for the opening ceremony of the 67th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes (Photo courtesy - Reuters)

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Priyanka Chopra – Virat Kohli on The Cover of 7th Anniversary Issue of HELLO! India

Priyanka Chopra – Virat Kohli on The Cover of 7th Anniversary Issue of HELLO! India

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - April 28, 2014: Indian firebrand cricketer Virat Kohli features alongside actress Priyanka Chopra in the seventh anniversary cover of Hello! magazine.

The fiery Indian vice-captain is not only one of the best batsmen in the world but he has garnered a brand value over the recent past.

Kohli has surpassed Sachin Tendulkar in the ad time occupied on television, also leaving behind captain MS Dhoni.

The batsman is India's heartthrob at the moment on and off the field.

But Virat loses his shine while sharing the frame with actress Priyanka Chopra.

The "Exotic" lady is a style diva and stands out even in the most simplest of outfits.

The former Miss World is seen wearing a crop top over a full-length deep plum-coloured skirt with a long slit, flaunting her long legs.

Priyanka pulled back her hair in a ponytail; lips complimenting her plum skirt and she finishes the job with minimal accessories. The actress puts on heels that can kill (if her looks don't do the job).

In the clash of strong personalities Priyanka stands out in the cover shoot.

Lack of chemistry between the two is clearly visible; maybe shooting separately didn't help the cause.

Earlier, Virat had shot a TV ad with his alleged girlfriend Anushka Sharma for a hair product. Sparks flew in the set and the result of the fireworks is known to all.

Reports of a raging romance between Anushka and Virat often make it to the gossip columns.

Looking at the Hello! cover, Anushka will be more than happy for the cold chemistry.

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Aishwarya on failing Bollywood Marriages: Unfair to Be Judgemental

Aishwarya on failing Bollywood Marriages: Unfair to Be Judgemental

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada December 20, 2013: In the backdrop of crumbling marriages in Bollywood, actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan feels that its unfair to limit and judge relationships.

"I don't think it is fair to get judgemental and limit relationships or strengths or inability to hold themselves or limit it to showbiz. What happens in society is each to his own. What would be fair and respectful is belief in people to allow them to live their lives and finding strength in choices they make," the actress said in response to a query on effects of showbiz on marital life. Recently, Hrithik Roshan and his wife of 13-years Sussanne decided to separate. Also, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and actress wife Kalki Koechlin are taking time off their marriage.

Aishwarya was speaking at the launch of L'Oreal Paris - Kajal Magique - here yesterday. For the actress, her mother and daughter Aaradhya's eyes are beautiful. "Eyes are windows to the soul," she said. Aishwarya thinks being Indian is being beautiful.

"We are rooted, consider values in the highest esteem, we are simple people. We are very hard working and we know to retain respect, love, commitment and tradition. Being Indian is being beautiful."
On actors opting go under the knife, she said, "For me it is all natural, thank you parents and God."

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Is Rekha Not Doing Umrao Jaan Sequel?

Is Rekha Not Doing Umrao Jaan Sequel?

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada September 30, 2013: Though director Muzaffar Ali was eager to rope in the veteran actor for the sequel of his 1981 blockbuster, we hear Rekha isn’t too keen to be part of the film

Muzaffar Ali wanted to make a comeback in Bollywood and hence asked his good Javed Siddiqui to the write the screenplay of Umrao Jaan’s sequel. Ali even wanted his original heroine Rekha to do a cameo in the sequel of his 1981 blockbuster which also starred Farooque Shaikh and Naseeruddin Shah. While Rekha’s breathtaking performance in Umrao Jaan earned her the prestigious National Award, the B-town diva, it is believed has turned down the offer to act in Umrao Jaan 2.

Reportedly, the sequel is centered on Rekha’s character who sets out to take revenge from her enemies from the first film. Muzaffar Ali and Javed Siddiqui worked together three decades ago on Umrao Jaan. And while the two have come together once again for the sequel, wethinks if Rekha had accepted the offer, life would have come to full circle for the trio!

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'I hate my bigger breasts, I prefer smaller boobs': Danielle O'Hara reveals she isn't happy with her blossoming pregnancy figure

'I hate my bigger breasts, I prefer smaller boobs': Danielle O'Hara reveals she isn't happy with her blossoming pregnancy figure

By SARAH FITZMAURICE

She has had several breast augmentations as well as an operation to remove her implants after they ruptured but now Danielle O'Hara has revealed that she isn't happy with bigger breasts.

The 29-year-old WAG is currently pregnant with her third child with her footballer husband Jamie and her changing shape has made her realise she prefers it when her chest is smaller.

Speaking to Closer magazine Danielle said she hates her bust: 'They've gotten bigger and feel massive now. After having smaller boobs last year, I've realised I prefer them that way.'

Chest depressed: Danielle O'Hara has revealed that she is struggling with her blossoming pregnancy shape, particularly the size of her breasts

The model also explained that she is struggling to feel good and finding it hard to come to terms with her mother-to-be shape.

She said: 'When I'm naked in a bikini, I'm not confident. Everyone says I look great but my body is getting me down. I feel like I'm getting a lot more cellulite, which I didn't with my previous pregnancies.'

Danielle explained how she doesn't want to exercise because she doesn't want to risk suffering a premature arrival, after her second son Harry was born 10 weeks early.

Bump on board: Despite the WAG's body woes she looked lovely in a bikini while on holiday in Tenerife last week

Bumping along: During a day by the pool Danielle was seen smiling at her bump

While Danielle might not be happy with her shape she appeared to be blossoming during a trip to Tenerife last week.

Danielle showed off her changing shape in a series of pretty bikinis by spottedonceleb.com and she appeared to be glowing.

The brunette estimates she has put on one and a half stone during her pregnancy taking her just over 10st 7lbs.

Tassel-tastic: As well as a purple and green bikini Danielle was also seen sporting a mismatched two piece with tassel detail

Cool customer: Danielle has said that no matter what she feels about her figure her husband Jamie loves her shape

While Danielle might not be comfortable with her shape her husband Jamie certainly is.

She said: 'I feel bigger all over and not at all sexy, but I know I'm lucky to have Jamie who loves me regardless. He's always complimenting my bump.'

Earlier this month Danielle enjoyed a baby shower with a group of pals including TOWIE stars Lydia Bright and her mother Debbie.

Danielle announced her pregnancy in February and is expecting her third son later this year.

Another baby boy on the way: Danielle is expecting her third child later this year

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That's what you call figure-hugging: Chloe Madeley shows off her gym-honed shape in skin-tight LBD and no bra

That's what you call figure-hugging: Chloe Madeley shows off her gym-honed shape in skin-tight LBD and no bra

By SARAH FITZMAURICE

She's been diligently keeping her Twitter followers up to date on her body shape and the results of Chloe Madeley's fitness regime were seen as she flaunted her shape on Monday night.

The 25-year-old gym enthusiast showed off her exercise honed body in a skin-tight LBD, with a sheer panel across her ribcage.

The figure-hugging garment also showed off her toned legs, which she accentuated with a pair of grey platform heels with zip detailing.

Skin tight: Chloe Madeley squeezed into a tiny LBD and ditched a bra to attend the launch night of a show on Monday

Chloe wore the revealing outfit to attend the opening of LIMBO, the latest high-octane circus show from the producers of Cantina.

The blonde arrived at the launch night on the arm of her boyfriend Danny Young.

While Chloe made sure she turned heads squeezing into the tight dress her beau played it safe with a white shirt and a pair of jeans.

Bit nippy? After ditching her underwear Chloe's modesty was revealed

Bit nippy? After ditching her underwear Chloe's modesty was left exposed

That's one tight LBD: Chloe Madeley showed off her gym-honed shape in a bodycon black dress at the opening of LIMBO on Monday night

The daughter of TV presenters Richard and Judy has been detailing her body transformation which has seen her drop from a size 10 to a size eight recently.

Keeping her followers updated, the former Dancing On Ice contestant has uploaded a number of selfie photos, flashing her enviable abs in a host of different gym gear.

The leggy blonde admitted that she wanted to overhaul her diet and fitness regime last year, and has been keen to show off her progress.

Trim and toned: The 25-year-old teamed the super tight dress with a pair of towering heels with zip detail

Keeping it simple: Chloe's boyfriend Danny wore a plain white shirt and jeans

Chloe has credited boyfriend Danny Simpson with helping her get in shape, admitting that he gives her personal training sessions.

Speaking to Now Magazine recently, she said: 'I’ve been working so hard, I was eager to show off my body. For a long time I didn’t want people to see me at all, but this is something to be proud of.'

The fitness regime is playing off: There was not an inch to pinch on Chloe's trim frame

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Breaking the grass ceiling: meet the women investing in a pair of balls

Golf has long been man's game. Kathryn Dobinson speaks to professional women who are utilising the golden snitches of business – golf balls – to tangible effects by joining a "golf for girls" networking scheme.

A girl with balls: Carly Booth, the current Scottish Ladies’ Open champion, is one of few female role models in golf. Photo: Getty Images

By Kathryn Dobinson

7:00AM BST 21 May 2013

Ladies, if you want to be ballsy in business, you need to invest in a pair.

This isn’t about stuffing a lumpy pair of socks down your Marks and Sparks knock knocks, rest assured, it’s about utilising the golden snitches of business – golf balls.

For golf, says Adrienne Wax, author of Even Par: How Golf Helps Women Gain the Upper Hand in Business, is a critical tool in building and retaining client relationships which then translate into new business opportunities. The problem is that "women don’t seem to have got the ‘memo' about how effective a career tool the game is,” she tuts.

Some 90pc of 500 Fortune chief executives play golf, which proves Wax’s first point, but 481 of this Fortune 500 are men, proving her second. And I need not remind you of the recent hoo-hah at Augusta National Golf Club to hammer home that the green is perceived male territory.

Georgina Casas, a 35 year-old director at Hays Recruitment company, is putting paid to all that, founding the first 'Golf for the Girls' networking programme in London. The programme of tutorials and practice rounds in partnership with City Golf on Coleman Street have been so popular that the first inaugural women’s golf day went ahead this week at the world class Wentworth golf club in Surrey.

“We wanted to set up something across all sectors to engage female talent and we were inundated with applications when we first came up with the idea in September 2012,” she says. “There are 65 clients from retail, investment banking, professional services, finance, technology and wealth and asset management who join forces and meet up at 7am before work on a Tuesday or Wednesday morning for monthly lessons.

"All ladies here are really sporty but none had played golf before. The first couple of lessons were frustrating and I thought 'this is really hard.' But then the penny dropped and now I can't get enough of it."

Windlesham golf club: Our game is not stuffy, exclusive, nor reserved for middle-aged men

Historically women have seen the relationships men have developed on the golf course, she says. “There's over 500 staff at Hays and a ratio which is roughly 60/40 men to women. It's heavily male-dominated. I would find it hard and pressured to play with a group of males but maybe now I would be comfortable playing in a mixed group.

“What we’ve proved is we can certainly hold our own on the golf course. It's been a real eye-opener that, OK, we can do it. Move over boys.”

The results are tangible. Maybe the appeal lays in the forgiving handicap system that allows clients of differing ability to play together competitively. Charlotte Wheeldon is a corporate partner at law firm Wallace and says it's a fantastic way to build contacts and strengthen existing relationships. “A lot of my clients are keen golfers, and eighteen holes on a great course is often far more appealing to them than a business lunch.”

Similarly Wax, a former senior level advertising executive, says that some of her most important clients were golfers. “Not once did we discuss business during the entire day. As a result of our day of golf, we ended up becoming fast friends and golf buddies.” The hard bottom line? “They spent lots of money with us,” she says in her book.

But Condoleezza Rice (pictured), former US secretary of state, took up the sport when she was 50 and says she savoured the ‘strategy’ of the game and that it taught her patience. That kind of personal development is clear to see on the Hays programme. “Having given up a few very early, very dark, very cold mornings over the past few months for networking with a difference, I definitely have a greater appreciation of the sport and to some extent myself,” says Penny, an investment banker.

“I now appreciate the erudite ability, physical and mental strength, concentration and the personal battle that is undertaken with every stroke.

“There is a metaphor in there relating to my career in the city that I am sure many women will relate to.”

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Cannes 2013 live blog day 6: Inside Llewyn Davis, As I Lay Dying

All the news, reviews, comment and buzz from the Croisette on day six of the Cannes film festival

- Adam Boult
- guardian.co.uk, Monday 20 May 2013

Ethan Coen, Carey Mulligan and musician T-Bone Burnett leave Sunday evening's screening of Inside Llewyn Davis at Cannes. Photograph: IAN LANGSDON/EPAf

10.30am BST

Monday morning at the 66th Cannes film festival, where the Coen brothers' latest film, Inside Llewyn Davis, has been making quite a splash. In a five-star review the Guardian's Peter Bradshaw called it the "best so far at Cannes":

Cannes audiences just heard a clean, hard crack: the sound of the Coen brothers hitting one out of the park. Their new film is brilliantly written, terrifically acted, superbly designed and shot; it's a sweet, sad, funny picture about the lost world of folk music which effortlessly immerses us in the period.

Read the full review here, take a look at a similarly enthusiastic video review from Henry Barnes ("this is real genius"), and also see Charlotte Higgins' report from the ILD press conference.

It's not been ALL Coen brothers over the weekend: catch up reviews ofJimmy P. (Psychotherapy of a Plains Indian) (the biggest stinker at Cannes so far, by the sound of it), guilty-pleasure documentary Seduced and Abandoned, 70s-set 'whopping cop-opera' Blood Ties, and alsoMonsoon Shootout, Tip Top, Borgman and The Dance of Reality.

Elsewhere we've interviewed Heli-director Amat Escalante, and, to the endless chagrin of certain below-the-line commenters, there are moregalleries of film stars swanking about on red carpets.

Coming up later: Xan Brooks' diary, a Guardian Film Show Cannes-special, an interview British director Paul Wright, reviews of As I Lay Dying (James Franco's second film as director – will it improve on hisfirst?), A Castle in Italy, The Grand Beauty and Takeshi Miike's Shield of Straw, photo galleries, news, comment, and possibly the odd bit of lowest-common denominator celeb tittle-tattle (fingers crossed). More as it comes in.

Updated at 10.53am BST

10.50am BST

Keanu-watch

Keanu Reeves is in town to promote his directorial debut, Man of Tai Chi. Judging from the photo wires, photographers are making him do lots of slightly humiliating Tai Chi-esque poses.

Keanu Reeves poses during a photocall to present his film Man of Tai Chi. — Photograph: Jean-Paul Pelissier/Reuters

"Nice, Keanu, but could you maybe try to look slightly more uncomfortable?"

Actor Keanu Reeves poses for photographers during a photo call for the film Man of Tai Chi at the 66th international film festival. — Photograph: Joel Ryan/Invision

"There we go."

Updated at 11.00am BST

10.59am BST

Xan Brooks has filed his latest diary entry – here's a preview:

Standing beside me, jostling my shoulder, a European radio journalist provides an excitable running commentary. "Justin Timberlake!" he keeps screaming. "Justin Timberlake!" How many times can he scream Justin Timberlake? Either the man is having a galloping nervous breakdown or Justin Timberlake has come to the premiere with a parade of 12 clones.

Updated at 10.59am BST

11.55am BST

Xan Brooks, Peter Bradshaw and Catherine Shoard at the Cannes film festival — The Guardian Film Show team admire Xan's big microphone

In this video update from Cannes, Xan Brooks, Peter Bradshaw and Catherine Shoard pick their festival highlights so far and look forward to what's still in store. A few select quotes:

"Ultraviolent, penis burning, puppy-strangling…"

"…absolutely dreadful; just beyond awful in every single way…"

"I was in my own hotel room eating Pringles."

What are they talking about? Find out by watching the whole thing here.

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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

"Great Gatsby" Stars Dazzle Despite Damp Cannes Opening

"Great Gatsby" Stars Dazzle Despite Damp Cannes Opening

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada May 15, 2013: Actors Amitabh Bachchan and Leonardo DiCaprio, cast members of the film 'The Great Gatsby', Jury President Steven Spielberg, Jury member of the 66th Cannes Film Festival actress Nicole Kidman and Daniel Auteuil attend the opening ceremony of the 66th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes May 15, 2013.
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BHGSG News: Japanese Celebrities Receive Cotton USA Awards for 2013

BHGSG News: Japanese Celebrities Receive Cotton USA Awards for 2013

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - May 10, 2013: Actress Maki Horikita, 24, actress Ryoko Yonekura, 37, TV personality Jun Ishida, 59, and his wife Riko Higashio, 37, pose after being given the Cotton USA Awards for 2013 at the Westin Hotel Tokyo on Thursday.

The annual awards, given to Japanese celebrities who represent “style, beauty and natural comfort,” are presented by the Washington DC-based Cotton Council International to promote the industry in Japan. Ishida, who famously never wears socks, was presented with a pair of cotton socks which he dutifully put on for the photo shoot. The Ishidas’ six-month old son Ritaro was also given an award.

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BHGSG News: Michelle Rodriguez In London For 'Fast & Furious 6'

BHGSG News: Michelle Rodriguez In London For 'Fast & Furious 6'

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canda May 8, 2013: Michelle Rodriguez attends the World Premiere of 'Fast & Furious 6' at Empire Leicester Square in London, England.

Photograph: Dave M. Benett/WireImage

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Amitabh Bachchan, Dilip Kumar And Shahrukh Khan Come Together For Filmfare Cover

Amitabh Bachchan, Dilip Kumar And Shahrukh Khan Come Together For Filmfare Cover

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - April 14, 2013: Three of Hindi cinema’s larger-than-life living legends have come together for a one of its kind photoshoot.

Leading film glossy, Filmfare has managed to pull off an unimaginable coup to celebrate 100 years of Indian cinema. Bollywood’s three legendary superstars, Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan and Shahrukh Khan have come together for the cover shot of the magazine’s specially crafted collector’s edition. The trio certainly make for a memorable cover. While Dilip Kumar looks absolutely dapper and elegant in his suit, the man of the millennium Amitabh Bachchan looks his sexiest best in his thick white beard. Big B’s velvet jacket with a pristine white shirt underneath makes him look the iconic shehenshah of B-town that he truly is. And then there is Shahrukh Khan who simply exudes his undeniable charm in this frame.

Style-wise, we think Dilip Kumar looks his best. The thespian’s inherent grace and calm countenance make this cover picture look magical. Big B too with his imposing frame and equally striking pose looks the demigod of the Hindi cinema, and SRK, with his perfectly cut jacket complemented with a white shirt, gives that special edge to the cover. Now you tell us who do you like the most in this iconic picture!

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TOIFA - Times of India Film Awards 2013 Vancouver, Canada

TOIFA - Times of India Film Awards 2013 Vancouver, Canada

BHGSG News - TORONTO, Canada - April 14, 2013: Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra & Shahrukh Khan Performing During TOIFA

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Yash Chopra ~ "King of Romance" No More

Yash Chopra ~ "King of Romance" No More

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - October 21, 2012: Veteran Bollywood filmmaker Yash Chopra, who gave Indian cinema path breaking movies, passed away in Mumbai on Sunday evening.

The producer- director was suffering from dengue and after being diagnosed he was admitted to Lilavati hospital last week.

Chopra reportedly fell ill on October 10, upon returning home from superstar Amitabh Bachchan's birthday party.

Yash Chopra was on life support-system for some time now. According to hospital reports Mr Chopra suffered from multiple organ failure.

Yash Raj Films issued a statement to the media, saying: "Yash Chopraji breathed his last at around 5.30pm today (IST). Details of his last rites will be communicated later."

The 80 year old legend was working on his up coming movie 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' and announced his retirement after the movie.

After the filmmaker was admitted speculations were rife about his movie being delayed. 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' will remain his unfinished movie as he was yet to shoot a romantic song between lead actor Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif.

Great loss to Indian cinema

Film director Subhash Ghai said to media: "It's a great loss to Indian cinema. Yashji had always said he wants to die making films.

"He was full of energy; an inspiration truly."

Regarded as the country's king of celluloid romance, Chopra has also proved his mettle with intensely emotional and tragic movies, many of which went on to become box-office blockbusters.

Born in 1932 in Lahore, now in Pakistan, the film-maker was favoured by leading Indian actors with his movies seen as a sure-fire way to become a hit with audiences.

Chopra has made some of Indian cinema's most memorable films such as Deewar, Kabhi Kabhie, Silsila and Chandni. His flamboyant style of film-making, movies filmed in exotic locales and mellifluous music became a hallmark, endearing him to filmgoers.

Chiffon sarees and the Swiss Alps are so synonymous with Chopra's style of film-making that Switzerland Tourism even offered visitors a guided tour of the places where the director filmed some of his most famous songs and scenes.

Riding on his success, Chopra established Yash Raj Films, one of Bollywood's biggest production houses, churning out at least three movies a year. In November, the film studio announced its foray into Hollywood, signing on actors such as Nicole Kidman and Jason Bateman for its overseas productions.

Chopra also produced Indian cinema's longest-running blockbuster, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), which marked the debut of his son Aditya as director.

"I have never made romantic films. I have made films on human relations, and humans are complicated people," Chopra said in a recent interview.

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