Anushka Sharma Owes Her Success to Shah Rukh Khan

February 20th, 2009

The star of Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, the petite Anushka Sharma, will forever be indebted to her co-star Shah Rukh Khan. Anushka claims that it was only because of King Khan's efforts that she got a break in Bollywood.

Anushka had come from Bengaluru to make a mark for herself in Bollywood and met Aditya Chopra. However Aditya Chopra turned her down since she was barely an adult and too young to be pitted against any Bollywood star.

Anushka revealed that she busied herself with her modeling assignments until she received a call from Aditya Chopra. Anushka gave a screen test and the rest as they say is history.

Anushka later discovered that it was Shah Rukh who pressurized Yash and Aditya Chopra to cast her. She is glad that she got the opportunity to make her debut against Shah Rukh Khan, an honor most strugglers only dream about.

Aamir Khan Paid Rs 10 Crore

February 20th, 2009

His latest release, Ghajini, broke all box-office records. And now Aamir Khan has created another record - of being the highest paid star when it comes to endorsements.

Aamir beats Shahid Kapoor, who was paid seven crore for an ad campaign. Aamir is reportedly paid Rs 10 crore to renew the contract of a multinational cola brand that he endorses.

Khan has gone out of his way in the past to ensure that his ads for this brand are drastically different, with the actor appearing with a new look each time. Now, he is making sure that the next ad will also be much talked about.

His fans are already awaiting the next ad.

Celina Jaitley Attends Gay Rally

February 20th, 2009

While many celebrities in Bollywood silently support gay and lesbian rights, Celina is perhaps one of the few who go out of their way to personally hobnob with them.

The actress was recently seen at a gay rally, interacting with supporters. Celina even organized a party for gays, and had great fun wearing a golden wig and enjoying herself with her friends.

Celina claims that since gays and lesbians are humans too, there is nothing wrong with interacting with them. Their sexual preference is personal and should be respected as such. She also believes that it is unfair of the authorities to raid gay parties and punish those attending the same.

Celina feels homosexuality is not a crime, and points out that it has been legalized in many countries. What's more, they are even allowed to marry in other countries, so why the unfair treatment in India, she wants to know.