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Fountain of Creativity
In the world of theatre thespian Usha Ganguli, nothing happens by chance. Meticulous planning, painstaking detailing and endless rehearsals make her theatre what it is — a power to reckon with. Not surprising then, even after 41 shows of her Hindi play Chandalika that she brought to Chandigarh as part of Natyanjali organised by Sangeet Natak Akademi in association with Chandigarh Sangeet Natak Akademi, she goes over the minutest details, understanding fully that when stage changes so do images. Egging her actors to excel, this perfectionist quips, "An actor works with 12 eyes…."
Well, she sure seems to have not only multiple eyes but also many hands. What else can explain the fact that she not only directs, acts and designs, but even writes her plays! On the need to turn a playwright she says, "What can one do… today I want to say something to my audiences on drugs and rehabilitation, and I don't have a ready play on the subject. So the only option is to write it or to adapt from the existing literary texts of which we have a rich treasure trove." Tagore, on whose story Chandalika is based and whose four writings have been the inspiration behind her Bengali play Manushi, she says "was a visionary who could see India 100 years ahead." Thus, untouchability many may think is a not a concern of today. She reasons, "Even today we fight elections on the basis of castes and misuse our religion." The decadent practices prevalent in our religion pain her greatly and was the subject of her much-acclaimed play Kaashinaama as well. Violence, women's problems are some other issues that have emerged time and again in her productions. Today as her theatre group Rangkarmee has clocked 36 years, she thinks what has stood her in good stead is the ruthless sieving of scripts. No doubt that acting, design and direction all go on to make a play, but she asserts, "The real ground is laid by the script, which is the base of creativity." In her discerning selection process she makes no room for what others want. She says, "We don't hanker after box-office success. Nor are we out to please this or that group, we are only guided by serious socio-political thinking." The strength of her plays also lies in the visual language that this trained Bharatnatyam dancer has evolved over the years. Though more recently, Usha, a former lecturer in Hindi, is doing plays in Bengali and has done a multilingual play as well, her first, she thinks, "Language is important only up to a point. A play speaks through movements, music, bodies of actors and simplicity of design." So she tells how ten minutes after the staging of her play Kaashinaama in Germany, subtitles became redundant. As her group has grown from a five-member to a 90-actor troupe, she confesses that the going has not been easy. She says, "It is very difficult to be a woman director. Every day I create an inch of creative space and each day I have to ensure that I retain it." At 66, she could easily call it a day… but as she looks at the likes of indefatigable Zohra Sehgal she is charged anew. Among her many dreams figure the desire to be directed by another director; to convert the 3,000 square feet space that she has converted into a studio theatre and to create a play on Partition with Madeeha Gauhar and Sara Zakir. Not to forget her desire to bring Rudaali, which she rates as her best performance, to Chandigarh. The dynamo of energy that bristles on stage as well as off it is certainly not going to lose any of her enthusiasm. Or zeal!
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A story to tell
"I was a fugitive till the year 2000 and unable to stay anywhere because of legal problems," having said this he shares with us how the two years of imprisonment for political reasons became the raw material for his first book, The Fake Indian. "It took me close to three years to write this book…I felt I had this story to tell everybody. I am someone who takes on life intensely, I saw others dying, suffering in jails and it became my duty to share their story with the whole world." The name, The Fake Indian, calls for an anecdote too. "A lot of people thought I was an Indian because I look like one. Even the people in my own land thought that." The book describes the fate of an Iraqi persecuted in the country of his birth. That's not it. "All the stories are real-life inspired. All the historical events too mentioned in my works are real-life based." He continues, "I had this serious message to give people - in the Arabic world, it is not religion which creates problems, it is the dictators that have destroyed everything." The protagonist, Rasul Hamid describes in eight different ways how he fled his home country Iraq and tried to live as a refugee. He strays between Northern Africa and Europe, but he never felt anywhere at home again. "The hero Rasul Hamid is the prophet of the good God. The characters, the theme, everything finds an inspiration to what I've experienced and is based on real life." The voices and fates in this debut novel tell a realistic fairy tale. His second, Oranges from the President, narrates the tale of a young Iraqi boy who spent two years in prison during Saddam Hussein's regime. As for what's next, he wouldn't give way. He laughs, "My publishers will kill me…it's a story of exile, revolution and a love story all woven into one. It's set over several Arabic countries." And he begins to share yet another incident! manpriya@tribunemail.com
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Success Mantra
Fifteen years ago, Roopa Vohra started with a capital of Rs 10,000. Today her pieces start at Rs 50,000 and the sky is the limit from there on. She will go across the globe to find just the right emerald for a piece. Roopa Vohra is a brand today, well-known for her jewellery and the old world charm it invokes. Known for reviving the dying Thewa art in jewels, Roopa has just put together a jewellery range that she has done from a scratch. "Nothing like this ever existed in our four-to-five thousand years of jewellery history," she says with aplomb.
This famous designer, whose clients swear by her art, right from Rani Mukherji to Kirron Kher to royalty around the world, shares with us the qualities that helped her carve a niche for herself… Commitment pays When I started jewellery designing in the 90s, the scene was very different. There were too many obstacles to overcome. It needed unwavering commitment to break into the market; achieving recognition was next to impossible, but commitment helped me achieve my goals. Sustained hardwork One needs to constantly work towards one's goal. From when I started to now, there are days when I have worked up to 17-18 hours a day. Thewa collection was something very new to the market. I travelled with my work to jewellery shows to make clients see how it looks visually and how it feels. The shows were tiring. Once someone pointed out my swollen feet to me; I was too engrossed in work to even notice them! Passion possession Being passionate towards one's work is the only way forward. Never in my life have I felt creatively challenged. Exploring is my way of living. I read it somewhere that it's better to be an incomplete original than a complete copy. Sound support I wouldn't have come this far without my family's support. Having said this, I would add that it takes a man to support his wife's endeavour fully. My daughter Mitaali was five when I started. My hubby Vivek held fort when I was out travelling and in-laws pitched in. It makes me immensely proud that my family is glad to see me happy. Take a break I get my biggest inspiration when I am travelling. Not only inspiration, travelling also rejuvenates me. Another mantra to survive this maddening pace of work and life is being physically fit. Whether I am working or travelling, my six kilometres run daily and 100 surya-namaskars a day keep me fit enough to take any challenge head on! mona@tribunemail.com
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Par Excellence
As the shoulders and arms approach the top of the backswing, the lower body – hips and legs begin their move for the forward swing. During this the upper body must hold and not turn immediately. This produces a resistance to the lower body’s turning action and is an important power move. You could create a feel for this if you ask someone to hold your upper body at the top of the swing and try and turn your hips to start the forward swing (picture 1). As the hips and legs drive forward the upper body holds momentarily which flattens the plane of the swing and brings the club’s plane inside the plane of the backswing. If the shoulders turn first instead of the hips the club is thrown outwards and in front of the body which is called ‘coming over the top’. This produces ‘pulled’ and ‘sliced’ shots.
To practice this move, stand next to a wall with your left foot touching the wall. Cross your arms in front of your shoulders. Now turn your shoulders to make a backswing (picture 2) and then, turn your hips so that your belt buckle touches the wall first (picture 3). Make sure your elbows or shoulders do not hit the wall before the belt buckle touches the wall. This will teach you the sequence - the upper body pulling the lower body during the backswing and the lower body pulling the upper body during the forward swing. (Grewal has coached several national champions and professionals apart from being coach of the Indian golf team for the Eisenhower Cup (World Cup) in 2008. He is currently Director, National Golf Academy of India and CGA Hero Honda Golf Academy. If you have any queries get in touch with him at parexcellence@tribunemail.com)
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Road Rage
n Ensure that the tyres have the right air pressure; the manufacturer specified air pressure. The driving manual has it mentioned or even better, the strip on driver door panel has it in certain vehicles. The specified pressure is the key; no more, no less. Pressure being less, leads to increased wear and tear and reduced fuel efficiency. Pressure being more, leads to a bumpy ride, or even a tyre burst. Tyre Pressure Alert Valve caps for specified pressure come in handy for daily check. n Maintain uniformity in car tyres; do not mix radial tyres with non radials. This will play a spoilsport in alignment of vehicle and eventually affect its handling. n Another important thing that must be checked at regular intervals is the wheel alignment. With roads being bumpy here, it only helps to get this exercise done at routine service. Wobbling in tyres can be avoided by getting wheel balancing done. n Tyre change should happen in specified miles or maximum period stated by manufacturer. Most of new vehicles coming with tubeless tyres, its imperative that tube tyres should have tube and tyre both of same manufacturer. n The ones habitual of heavy braking, be prepared to shell extra bucks for tyre replacement sooner than expected. Be easy on your wallet, drive slow and safe. n Clean the tyres regularly, check for small stones that get stuck in the grooves and lead to slow wear and tear. (Gill is a Chandigarh based HOG rider)
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Star Track
Vidya, who will be seen doing a Lavani number in Sharman Joshi starrer yet-to-be-released film, Ferrari Ki Sawaari, says people couldn’t have imagined her in a sensual avatar before she grooved to Ooh La La and Naak Mukka in her last release. “May be they saw different side of me (in Dirty Picture). No item songs came my way before... I don’t think anyone could have believed — even I did not believe that I could be so sensual. “I am not a dancer, I began to enjoy dancing more, but I go more with the feeling of the movement,” said Vidya. After Kareena Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Bipasha Basu, Deepika Padukone and Shilpa Shetty, Vidya is the latest to join the bandwagon of actresses doing item songs. “I have finished shooting for the song in Ferrari... It is a Lavani, a koli song, I can’t reveal much about it,” she said. — PTI
Secret love
The girl has also been spotted sneaking out of his house. Oriela, 25, was seen returning home after staying the night at Brand’s home earlier this week. When asked whether she and 36-year-old Russell are dating, she replied, “I am not comfortable talking about this.” — PTI
Perry on a spending spree
Meanwhile, ex-husband Russell Brand is said to be dating a Mexican Painter Oriela. The girl was spotted sneaking out of Brand’s house. — PTI
Not miserable, I’m tired: Victoria
“Look, if people want to say I’m f***ing miserable then so be it. I’m really not. I have a lot on my plate. I’m not going to lie about it, I’m tired. I’m really tired but I’m also very happy with my life. I’m basically just like any woman who’s working and has lots of children — it’s tough,” the 37-year-old. She said that the stress of planning her Autumn-Winter 2012 collection for New York Fashion Week and caring for a sleepless infant has taken its toll. “I’m not getting much sleep at all, she says. Harper’s not sleeping that great, and I’ve been taking Skype business calls throughout the night too because of the collections. I’m up with the baby as all mums are and I wouldn’t have it any other way. There’s not a team of people doing it for me,” she said. The former Spice Girl’s office is London, while she lives in LA with husband David, daughter Harper and their three sons - Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz. So finding time to speak to her team means many late-night phone calls for the already sleep-deprived star, who says the time difference has become nightmarish. — IANS
Bond’s got competition
The actress refused to give much away about her character but she has been heavily involved in action training and using guns. “I kickbox and do a lot with guns. I started off terrified by the sound of a gun let alone having any idea how to hold one but now I really enjoy it. I’ve also been doing stunt training and gyrotonics three times a week,” she said. Skyfall, which sees Daniel Craig play James Bond for the third time, will hit the theaters in October. — PTI
Robert Pattinson’s new pad...
The 25-year-old British actor, who plays vampire Edward Cullen in the Twilight saga movies, is believed to have bought a three-bedroom Spanish colonial-style property in the trendy Los Feliz area of the city. Publicly available records show the home was bought by the Longford Trust, which is administered by Pattinson’s long-time manager and friend Nick Frenkel. “It is a gorgeous property with sprawling grounds which include a solar-heated swimming pool. There are three big bedrooms and three bathrooms, and the whole place is walled, gated and has a state-of-the-art security system,” a source said. Pattinson and girlfriend Kristen Stewart, 21, are believed to share the home. — PTI
Learning curve...
The 27-year-old actress, who shot to fame with Slumdog Millionaire, said she has learnt how to deal with her dark periods and likes to use them as inspiration for film roles. “I do go through a lot of down moments. I have plenty of those. OK fine, poor girl, whatever! But I do have those moments and I think it’s perfectly fine for me to have them. I have found a way of dealing with those moments and using them in film sometimes. Every experience is one for the diary,” Pinto said. The actress also said she is still trying to find a place in London after moving from India. “My heart will always be in Mumbai, but I’ve kind of moved to London. That’s my second home. I love London. Love the city, love the people there. When I’m in London I stay at my friend’s apartment, but whenever I need to recoup, India is the place to go and be with my family. “I still haven’t splurged on anything since Slumdog was a hit. I used my first big pay-cheque to put a deposit on a flat in Mumbai, but that fell through - so I’m still looking for that one place to put my feet up,” Pinto added.
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Baring it all
The 43-year-old actress, who has shot the film in Clarkesville, Georgia, said she enjoyed staying in a free-love hippy commune, as no one cared about nude actors. “You do get nervous when there’s a day where it’s oops, I’m naked. I wouldn’t go topless for a cause, going to such an extreme to make a difference. But we’ve been among these people in this environment for almost two months. The topless scene was nothing compared to what happened in the two months prior. “There was an actor naked the whole time getting his touch-ups and everybody else just having a normal conversation,” Aniston said. The actress plays Manhattan girl Linda, who, along with her husband George (Paul Rudd), ditches the city for a simpler life in a hippy commune. — PTI
Devil haunting Gaga
Pop star Lady Gaga says the devil is haunting her while she sleeps, so she has enlisted the help of spiritual guru Deepak Chopra.
The 25-year-old Born This Way hitmaker has sought help from Michael Jackson's former doctor Chopra to try to ward off evil spirits from her "terrifying" dreams. "I have this recurring dream where there's a phantom in my home and he takes me into a room where there's a blonde girl with ropes tied to her limbs pulling her apart. "I told Deepak the dream was so terrifying I thought somehow that an evil force was trying to take hold of me. He laughed and told me that I should learn to embrace my own insanity. I told him, 'The Devil is trying to take me, Deepak. I'm a good girl!' He said not to worry," Gaga said. The singer has also asked the Indian doctor to help her achieve her dreams of "going into a coma" and levitating. "I want to go into a coma and levitate. I am a very spiritual person. Deepak is the most influential person in my life. His message is a true inspiration. He helps me to reach inside my spirituality and we take it to the next level," she added. — PTI
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Chatter Box
Despite the fact that this year's Bigg Boss season has ended, 'good friends' Sky and Pooja are in still touch. In fact, there is much more to it. Our source informs, “They recently went to Dubai for holidays and spent about two weeks there together.
They are even seen attending parties and events and often spotted together in public.” “They even spent the Valentine’s Day together and danced to romantic songs. He confessed his love to Pooja by gifting a phone and she accepted,” our source adds. We tried contacting Pooja Bedi but she was unavailable for comment.
Ayesha turns to TV
Sources claim, “The music reality show Sur-Kshetra which will be a big battle between the two neighbouring nations India and Pakistan will be led by music composer Himesh Reshammiya and singer Atif Aslam. The auditions for the same began in December last year.
Ayesha Takia is rumoured to be hosting it and has been paid a huge amount for the same.” Other popular singers, Suresh Wadkar, Runa Laila and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Asha Bhonsle will also be the judges on this music reality show.
On a role
Tell us about your journey to the tinsel world? I was one of the contestants of Gladrags Mega Model 2009. I was also runners up in Sananda Tilottama in 2007. I also participated in the reality show Zor Ka Jhatka: Total Wipeout. After Rahul Dulhaniya Le Jayega, Kahani Chandrakanta Ki is my big break. What is your role in the show? The viewers would get to see me as Ichhadhari Naagin Jwala, a female serpent who takes revenge from dacoit Mangal Singh for killing her beloved Naag Jeewan. How did you land up in the show? Sunil Agnihotri, the producer-director offered me the role of Naagin Jwala. It is really a great opportunity for me to give hundred percent for this big scale show. I am really thankful to the channel for giving me this important character. What is the background of this show? It is a mythological show with beautiful costumes and big sets. The characters are powerful and everything from show making to direction, viewers will see something extraordinary. What is challenging about this character? Well, the challenge I would say is playing Ichhadhari Naagin, as the entire storyline revolves around me. What was your reaction when you heard that you are going to be a part of Kahani Chandrakanta Ki ? Well, definitely I felt good. The important thing is that our show has a good star cast and industry’s best known technicians. — Dharam Pal
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Astro Turf
ARIES: Try to reduce the amount of cash you spend on groceries. New attractions are likely to be serious. Sportsmen: Focus on exercise. Put problems aside and enjoy the evening. Tarot message: Don’t waste an opportunity by being rash. Lucky
colour: Turquoise. Magic number: 44.
TAURUS: Check all figures related to jointly held funds. Women should not gossip. Your friends and support network are all behind you at the moment. A new project can get the go-ahead and engage your attention. Tarot message: Keep your eyes on the future.
Lucky colour: Fiery Red. Magic number: 28. GEMINI: This is a very hazardous day for speculation. Increase your pace of work. Take out sometime for meditation to distance yourself from the problems. Your negative emotions are coming from external sources. Tarot message: Don’t do anything at the cost of health.
Lucky colour: Lotus Pink. Magic number: 33. CANCER: Get all of your affairs in order. Avoid careless spending. Travel to different nations and take up a subject that inspires your personal and spiritual growth. Tarot message: You can make things happen out of the most unlikely circumstances.
Lucky colour: Peacock Blue. Magic number: 36. LEO: Good day for negotiating contracts. Stars favour import and export business. You are unlikely to get much chance to relax this evening. Women: beware of deception. As the day progresses, things will get sorted out.
Tarot message: Do not spend extravagantly. Lucky colour: Silver Grey. Magic number: 54. VIRGO: Your card brings you good health. Useful day for discussing long term plans. A telephone call or a friend gives pleasure in the evening. Your energy levels are at a peak. Some might be busy packing for a journey. Tarot message: Spend time meeting experienced people. Lucky colour: Crimson.
Magic number: 37.
LIBRA: New love attractions are likely to be serious. Life at home is much easier to cope with. Businessmen: Spend spare time in the company of your loved ones. If you are shopping, make sure you stick to your budget.
Tarot message: Be positive and work hard. Lucky colour: Brown. Magic number: 56. SCORPIO: A day of mixed luck. Students will get extra pocket money. Your patient stand will begin paying dividends. Any projects connected with study, travel and cultural pursuits will be very satisfying. Tarot message: Don’t try to end all the deadlocks at one go. Lucky colour: Ebony.
Magic number: 25 SAGITTARIUS: You may find the day quite tiring. Businessmen should avoid making any important business moves. Try not to rely on anybody else to help you achieve your goals.
Tarot message: Do not let trivial problems haunt you. Lucky colour: Deep Red.
Magic number: 28 CAPRICORN: Today, no speculation please. A relative may behave in a rather unpredictable way. Set your priorities right. Early morning surprises can turn into afternoon achievements. Just enjoy the food for a while. Tarot message: Capitalise on your strength and do not trust others. Lucky colour: Forest Green. Magic number: 32. AQUARIUS: Put more effort into completing unfinished work. Your health could be worrying you a little. Travel to interesting places may encourage you to attend a festival or alternative workshop in personal development. Tarot message: Don’t do anything at the cost of health. Lucky colour: Cherry Red. Magic number: 43. PISCES: A sudden improvement in your fortune is indicated. Workmates may be rather aggressive. Emotionally, you could be easily disturbed. Emotional contact with a friend could be informative. Tarot message: Lack of persistence can be disastrous in business matters. Lucky colour: White. Magic number: 47.
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The Year Ahead
If your birthday is February 21...
Your luck is not favouring you at this time. An intense encounter may occur with a workmate in July. Emotions and issues that have been brewing beneath the surface for quite a while come to the fore at this time, possibly in a very disruptive way. All of your relationships intensify and you need to be aware of your tendency to act in a rather impulsive manner. Neptune awakens a sense of higher responsibility often causing guilt, worry, anxieties and delusions. Errors made in haste, speaking too forcefully or accidents occurring due to restlessness and impatience are all possible at this time. Now's the time for a real push; you may need to regroup. Positive results now could require significant adjustments. If you're too micro-focused, consult someone who can expand your vision. You will feel tired of what you are doing but the day is perfect for building new openings, for turning the page and going forward towards new surprising paths. The Saturn advises those with an ascendant in fiery Aries not to put a superior's patience to test as you could make things worse. Too much of a good thing may have blinded you to the truth. It is never too soon to get a reality check. Take care of your chores before you have to be told to do so. A recent association with a person of the opposite sex could become more intimate and meaningful. Those in creative fields are likely to be commissioned for a prestigious project. It would give them creative freedom and also freedom from the pressure and stress of routine work. Those planning a merger or partnership are likely to be successful. When it comes to money this week, it may be wise to keep your investments strictly professional unless you are very confident of the friend in question. Swelling, allergic reaction to drugs, injuries to the feet and related problems are common complaints, but the Piscean emotional nature can also make them vulnerable to psychosomatic illness.If connected with the field of IT, you might receive an opportunity to start your own enterprise. Love comes knocking. Mood: Clear & enthusiastic. Compatible signs: Aries, Aquarius, Libra. Lucky colours: Violet, Salmon. Lucky days: Saturday. Lucky numbers: 2, 10, 11, 14, 95 Lucky gem: Aquamarine Lucky flower: Acuminata. Suggestion on Birthday: Feed needy or beggars in a religious place .
Aar Kabhi Paar and Rangeela Re. She made her acting debut in Mahesh Bhatt's controversial Kalyug, opposite Emraan Hashmi and fellow-newcomer Kunal Khemu. Shaw's first role was appreciated by critics.
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The only words he knew in German were Lufthansa, Hitler and Sh**! A couple of years down the line, Abbas Khider was out with his debut novel in German Der Falsche Inder (The Fake Indian). "I studied at the University and really didn't think about writing in German because I was already an Arabic writer. It was in the year 2003 when because of Saddam Hussein and related political developments that I could go to Iraq…I decided to come back to Germany and look for realistic dreams; now German is the language of my dreams," says the Baghdad-born and Berlin-based novelist. From here on every bit of the translated interaction with the author at Alliance Francaise, is in itself a story untold.
Almost eight out of ten times we take things around us for granted, for instance our vehicle used for everyday commuting. An important thing that we tend to overlook in our cars is tyre pressure. Ah! how many times do you even care to check the tyre pressure of the car until of course its a flat. What most of us probably overlook is the fact that tyre pressure in vehicle has an important bearing on its performance and safety. An old and worn tyre leads to reduced traction hence skidding or might just burst leaving consequences to your imagination. Safety being paramount, one should check vehicle tyre pressure regularly. In same breadth, there are things that can come in handy while maintaining performance and safety of your vehicle.
Vidya Balan is the latest Bollywood beauty to turn item girl for an upcoming film and the actress credits her performance in The Dirty Picture to the change in people’s perception about her.
Funnyman Russell Brand is reportedly dating a Mexican painter named Oriela. Brand, who recently split from wife Katy Perry, is said to have met Oriela at a yoga class.
Pop star Katy Perry, who recently divorced husband Russell Brand, is reportedly splashing out on a Maserati. The Firework hitmaker was seen test-driving a white Maserati in Los Angeles. The 27-year-old singer looked unimpressed and tried to cover her face when she was snapped out and about in the expensive vehicle.
Victoria Beckham’s recent photographs show her unsmiling face and the designer says she is tired as she is constantly juggling between her work and her sleepless infant.
Actress Naomie Harris sees her character in new James bond movie Skyfall as a female version of the iconic spy. The British actress, who plays mysterious Eve in the forthcoming James Bond movie, said her alter ego is a match for Bond. “My character would like to see herself as a female Bond but I don’t think anyone’s really a match for Bond,” Harris said.
Twilight star Robert Pattinson has reportedly splashed out about 4 million pound on a luxury mansion in Los Angeles.
Indian actress Freida Pinto says she has had lots of down moments but has learned to channel her dark emotions into her acting.
Hollywood beauty Jennifer Aniston, who has gone topless for her upcoming flick Wanderlust, says she doesn’t mind baring it all on the big screen.
It appears like Bigg Boss 5's ex-contestants Akashdeep Saigal and Pooja Bedi are going the Veena Malik and Ashmit Patel way.
Buzz in telly town is that actress Ayesha Takia will turn to hosting on TV. The actress who hardly has any films in hand is looking at the small screen and hosting a new music reality show might do wonders for her and the show.
Dimpy Mahajan model turned actress from Kolkata became a household name overnight after her wedding with Rahul Mahajan. She and her husband created history by being the first couple to marry on a TV show. Dimpy (Soumasri Ganguly) is ready to take centre stage again on the small screen. She will be seen playing the role of Naagin Jwala on Sahara One channel and producer-director Sunil Agnihotri’s show, Kahani Chandrakanta Ki. Dimpy is very excited to play a powerful character in fiction genre that too in a mythological series. She shares her experiences of being a part of the show.
Deepal Shaw