Apr 8, 2010

Deepika Padukone to endorse Sony's Cyber Shot digital cameras


Deepika PadukoneShe is not just super hot and but also mint fresh. Hers is a smile that can even give all the Mona Lisas a huge inferiority complex. She is none other than Deepika Padukone; the pretty lass who has, with her exceptional talent set the silver screen on fire from the word go! After having endorsed many superhit films and launching a million products with her trademark smile (as they say in Bollywood ...Sirf Smile hi kaafi hai!), the ultra gorgeous Deepika Padukone is now all set to become the Brand Ambassador for Sony's Cyber Shot digital cameras. Sources close to Bollywood Hungama said that 'Deepika was the obvious choice to become the said company's brand ambassador due to her persona plus her instant appeal and connect with everyone alike. In addition to this, the company officials were also looking at someone whose personality could mirror the effervescence of a free spirited bubbly young girl, who, at the same time, is also extremely talented and a professional. And needless to say that Deepika fitted the bill to a 'T'. With Deepika at the helm of things, shooting pictures will never be the same again! What say, Deepika?


Manisha Koirala to marry Nepali businessman Samrat Dahal in June


Manisha KoiralaAnother actress hears the wedding bells. Joining the likes of Amrita Arora, Shilpa Shetty, Ayesha Takia and Isha Koppikhar is none other than Manisha Koirala. Unlike the others, this one is a typical arrange marriage. Both the families have known each other for a while and when Manisha's mom spoke to her about Samrat Dahal, the boy in question, it was a match made to be. Samrat is an MBA from the US and is in the process of setting up an alternative energy company in Nepal as he handles the family business on the side which is based out of Kathmandu. Once Manisha gave her approval, an astrologer was consulted to pick a date and an auspicious date was found to be in the month of June. The whole wedding would be a Nepali affair, and Manisha will be flying down her loved ones including Deepti Naval. Anu, Avinash, Paulomi Singh to join in the celebrations. Here is another most awaited wedding.


Ace cricketer Yuvraj Singh to feature in animation film


Yuvraj SinghMiami based Motion Pixel Corporation (MPC) and Cornerstone Entertainment of India have finalized the signing of one of India's most prolific cricket players to star in a new animated movie titled Captain India. The story entails Yuvraj Singh growing up in Mumbai and encountering a magical cricket stick which he realizes has special powers and uses it to help fight crime and also becoming an Indian Cricket Star to help India win the cricket World Cup. The movie is currently in preproduction and is scheduled to be released in early 2012. "We felt Yuvraj was the best fit for the project which we think will be a mega hit with all the Bollywood and Cricket fans not only in India but throughout the World," commented MPC Chairman, Manny Bains. "Cornerstone has always made best efforts to promote brand Yuvraj as uniquely as possible. This project is one such opportunity for Yuvi to reach out to the millions of children across the countries who aspire to be like him one day. We are happy to partner with MPC and are looking forward to an entertaining movie" said Bunty Sajdeh of Cornerstone Entertainment. Yuvraj Singh commented "I am extremely excited to be a part of this movie. As a child I always enjoyed watching animation films and today I am humbled to be portrayed as an animated character. It is such an entertaining film which I hope all families will enjoy watching together."


Live Chat: Ayesha Takia on April 9 at 1600 hrs IST


 Ayesha Takia AzmiThis Arian gal is bubby, vivacious and a talent house waiting to shine in her light. Ayesha Takia, who started her career at a tender age of four where she became popular with the "I am Complan girl" campaign, has only grown strength to strength with each of her film. Her first film Tarzan: The Wonder Car may not have done well at the box office but she did win a Filmfare best debut award in 2004 for it. She proved her mettle in Dor which is probably one of her best film till date. Even after marriage, Ayesha is still going strong and with her film Paathshaala up for release, her fans are curious to know how she plans to pave her journey further, and we at Bollywood Hungama give you a chance to chat up with now her, exclusively on our Celebrity Video Chat on Friday, April 9, at 1600 hrs IST.


Nana Patekar embarrasses Ranbir Kapoor


Nana PatekarThat they got along like a house on fire during the shooting of Raajneeti is a well-known fact. And the main reason for it was their frank and forthright nature. Both Nana and Ranbir call a spade and don't care for the repercussions. During their long schedule in Bhopal, Nana and Ranbir had many meals together (to which no other member of the crew was invited) and discussed all things cinema from Raj Kapoor to Mehul Kumar. But the fact that Nana's blunt speak could cause Ranbir public embarrassment had not been foreseen by the younger actor. So it happened on Saturday in Delhi during a public event for Raajneeti. In front of media persons Nana declared Ranbir had no faith in the last film that starred Ranbir and Katrina, namely Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani. For a minute there was a stunned silence among the stars of Raajneeti, especially Katrina who tried not to look anxious and embarrassed. Laughs Prakash, "Yes this incident did happen. A media person asked Nana if he feels Raajneeti would be a success. Nana rightly replied there's no predicting the box-office. That Ranbir had no faith in Ajab Prem รข€¦which was such a success. You know how Nana is. He speaks from the heart. " Though Ranbir seemed quite cool with Nana's heart talk one wonders what the Ajab Prem... director Raj Kumar Santoshi feels about it.


Juhi's brother and Red Chillies CEO Bobby Chawla hospitalised


Bobby ChawlaBobby Chawla, brother of actress Juhi Chawla, and the CEO of Shah Rukh Khan's company Red Chillies Entertainment, was admitted to a suburban hospital in a critical condition on Sunday evening. On Sunday, he was dining at a restaurant when he suddenly collapsed, a make up artiste who was present there as well, saw this and called Farah Khan to help do the needful. Farah first called Juhi and then SRK, but since both were at Kolkatta for the Knight Riders match, she got Bobby admitted in the hospital. Reportedly, Bobby suffered from a brain haemorrhage and was operated immediately. Chawla is under observation at the ICU and Bollywood Hungama wishes him a speedy recovery.


Priyanka's back into 'civilization' from Kashmir comment offends tweeple


Priyanka ChopraPriyanka unknowingly ended up offending some people on her Twitter account by saying she was back into 'civilization' from Kashmir. She clarifies, "I did tweet to say I was going back to civilization. That was more a state of mind expressing my happiness at being back in familiar surroundings. It didn't mean I didn't enjoy Kashmir." She eulogizes, "Kashmir is to me a dreamscape. I want to go back there as soon as possible. I tweeted saying it's completely safe. Forget Switzerland. When we have Kashmir, we don't need to go anywhere else." There's a rumour that she has been tweeting on Blackberry thereby offending Nokia the cell phone company she endorses. She clarifies, "I have not been tweeting on Blackberry. I've been tweeting on my Nokia from my laptop. I don't own a Blackberry. I've always been a Nokia fiend. I've owned only Nokia phones from the time I started using the cell phone."


Live Chat: Vivek Oberoi Today at 1330 hrs IST


Vivek OberoiHe is one talented actor who has acting 'embedded' in his genes. He is none other than Vivek Oberoi. Having started off his career with the smash hit Company, Vivek went onto reach towering heights, courtesy his impeccable acting skills. He later went on to do a wide variety of roles in films like Saathiya, Masti, Dum, Yuva, Omkara, Shootout At Lokhandwala, Kurbaan... to name a few. This man is back again to rule your hearts with his forthcoming action film Prince. Bollywood Hungama gives you an opportunity to get up, close and personal with Vivek Oberoi only on Celebrity Video Chat on Today, April 06, at 1330 hrs IST


Key conspirator of Pune blast identified, says ATS


Yasin Bhatkal, believed to be a relative of Indian Mujahideen founder Riyaz Bhatkal, has been identified by Maharashtra ATS as one of the main conspirators of the Pune bomb blast in which 17 people were killed.


Govt clears 20% stake sale in SAIL, to fetch Rs 16,000 crore


Post disinvestment, the government and SAIL would get Rs 8,000 crore each. The government's equity will fall to 69% from 85.82% currently.


I did what was most amicable: Shoaib Malik on divorce


Shoaib Malik said his sudden decision to divorce Ayesha Siddiqui, the woman he disowned all along, was the most "amicable" thing to do in a situation that was "beyond reasoning".


Appeal filed against death sentence to 17 Indians


An appeal has been filed on behalf of 17 Indians who were recently sentenced to death by a Sharjah court for killing a Pakistani national and injuring three of his compatriots, an Indian official said.


Shutdown in Chhattisgarh to protest Maoist massacre


Roads were deserted, schools closed and shops downed shutters across many parts of Chhattisgarh on Thursday as the opposition Congress began a daylong shutdown to protest the massacre of 76 troopers by Maoists.


Movie Review: The Hurt Locker





Leave SRK alone: Sameera


Sameera Reddy talks about her loyalties towards team owners, SRK’s lessons on the importance of failure and what’s on between Siddharth Mallya and Deepika.


SRK disappoints fans in Goa





US says no to civil nuclear deal with Pakistan


Hours after Pakistan PM Yousuf Raza Gilani said his country 'qualifies' for a civil nuclear deal with US, like that of India, the US in a blunt message told it that such a deal is not on platter of its talks with Islamabad.


Sri Lanka holds first post-war parliament elections


Sri Lankans voted on Thursday in an election likely to further entrench President Mahinda Rajapaksa's political dominance, the first parliamentary poll since last year's end of a quarter-century of war with LTTE.


German press delight in Bayern win


Germany was revelling in Bayern Munich's win over Manchester United that saw them progress to the semi-finals of the Champions League.


Beckenbauer celebrates United defeat


Franz Beckenbauer spoke of "one of the most beautiful defeats in Bayern Munich's history" after the Germans beat Manchester United.


Agile Ganguly impresses Gambhir


Delhi skipper Gautam Gambhir was left spellbound by his opposite number and idol Sourav Ganguly at the Eden Gardens.


Jack to get Crusaders chance


Chris Jack will lock the Crusaders scrum with fellow All Black Brad Thorn for the vital ninth round clash against the Waratahs.


Dinda comes of age, at last


From Naichhakpur to Nagpur, via Eden Gardens – the journey has been a memorable one for Kolkata’s latest sensation!


Waratahs sweat on Waugh fitness


Waratahs captain Phil Waugh remains a doubt for Saturday's vital Super 14 clash against the Crusaders.


Alonso: Barca are the best in 20 years


Xabi Alonso has praised El Clasico rivals Barcelona, saying that La Blaugrana “are the best team of the last 20 years.”


Guti hails a rampant Lionel Messi


Guti has hailed Lionel Messi for his four-goal performance against Arsenal in the Champions League ahead of El Clasico.


Ganguly feels younger after fifth win


Kolkata skipper Sourav Ganguly is admittedly feeling younger after yet another match-winning performance in the IPL.


Warne's language of cricket


Jaipur's stunning revival had a lot to do with their enigmatic skipper, who has gelled seamlessly with the locals.


Heavy fines for Sreesanth, Ganguly


Mohali seamer S Sreesanth and Kolkata skipper Sourav Ganguly were fined for different offences in the IPL on Wednesday.


Gilchrist: It was a collective failure


Hyderabad captain Adam Gilchrist refused to blame any individual player for his side's disappointing performance in the Indian Premier League.


Disciplinary process set for overhaul


Referees will stripped of the power to uphold their own decisions in the Scottish Football Association disciplinary process next season.


Kostner fears Dzeko departure


Lorenz Gunther Kostner admits he is unsure whether Edin Dzeko will be able to resist the temptation of a move to the Premier League.


Benfica boss sees bigger picture


Benfica manager Jorge Jesus has played down suggestions Thursday night's clash with Liverpool is the biggest of his coaching career.


Clueless Deccan take on Challengers


A minimum of four wins out of the five remaining games is what the Chargers require to even have a semblance of a chance of making it to semis.


Asif faces legal trouble from ex-lover


Hell has no fury like a woman scorned. After Shoaib Malik, another Pakistani cricketer Mohd Asif is learning it the hard way as he has been taken to court by his former girlfriend, actress Veena Malik.


Kolkata beat Delhi Daredevils by 14 runs


Kolkata Knight Riders kept their semi-final hopes alive by beating Delhi Daredevils by 14 runs in their IPL clash at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.


Rajasthan thrash Punjab by 9 wickets


Michael Lumb butchered the Kings XI bowlers with a whirlwind 43-ball 83 as Rajasthan Royals spanked their opponents by nine wickets.


Kamran, Umar file appeal against PCB


Akmal brothers were fined after a PCB inquiry committee found the duo guilty of violating the code of conduct during Pakistan's disastrous tour of Australia.


We have been a collective failure: Gilly


Defending champions Deccan Chargers have won just 3 out of 9 matches and they are in the seventh position in the 8-team IPL at this juncture.