Bebo- The Sexiest Vegetarian Alive

February 17th, 2009

Thousands of voters have spoken, and Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor and cricket star Sreesanth have been crowned the winners of PETA India's annual Sexiest Vegetarians Alive poll.

The online contest was conducted by petaDishoom, PETA India's youth arm. Kapoor and Sreesanth narrowly edged out 2007 winner R Madhavan, model and doctor Aditi Gowitrikar, Pentagram vocalist Vishal Dadlani, film star and Kailasa singer Kailash Kher and many others.

Four-time Filmfare award-winner Kareena Kapoor, who has appeared in more than 31 movies, captured the female title for the second year in a row. Exuberant young fast-pace bowler Sreesanth beat out fellow vegetarian cricket stars Ishant Sharma and Anil Kumble to earn the nod for sexiest male.

Other top contenders include Olympic Bronze Medallist Sushil Kumar; actors Alicia Silverstone, Pamela Anderson, Hansika Motwani, Mallika Sherawat, Mahima Chaudhary and Rajneesh Duggal; musicians Sir Paul McCartney and Moby; and designers Anita Dongre and Hemant Trevedi.

"When you look at the dozens of gorgeous celebrities in this year's poll, there are no bones about it – a vegetarian diet makes you beautiful inside and out", says PETA India's Anuradha Sawhney.

"After all, going vegetarian is the best thing you can do for the animals, the Earth and your health. Plus, everyone knows that there is nothing sexier than someone who exudes both passion and compassion."

Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan have become shoot-stoppers!

February 16th, 2009

Everyone wants to see the hottest lovebirds in B-Town. Last week, when both were shooting for Rensil D' Silva's untitled debut film (produced by Karan Johar) in Delhi, a huge crowd kept gathering until the administration brought things under control.

Says a unit member, "Last Sunday, when Saif and Kareena started shooting for Rensil's film at India Gate at 7 am, it was reasonably peaceful and empty.

But as word got around (and it being a holiday), a huge strong crowd gathered from the Rajpath right down to India Gate making it almost impossible for Saif and Kareena to shoot.

Not many stars can shoot at Rajpath and India Gate, as it's a crowded place.

Aamir Khan shot there during Rang De Basanti but even he didn't garner this huge a crowd! When Saif and Kareena turned up it was almost as if all of Delhi had turned up!

It was madness with the unit trying to control the crowd. Saif and Kareena couldn't step out as the crowd kept yelling and screaming."

The source adds, "This was Saif and Kareena's first shoot at Rajpath and India Gate and even the crew wasn't expecting a mammoth turnout.

The duo came on the sets at 7 am and gave a couple of shots after which the crowd got wind of what was going on and then shooting became impossible.

Line producer Mariket had to finally jump into the field along with the security guards and request the crowd to remain in control.

After much persuasion, they managed to clear the masses and complete the shoot. Fortunately, the crowd wasn't unruly but very well-behaved."

Saif says, "It's a public place and there are bound to be people. The crowds were very well behaved and treated us with respect.

I love shooting in Delhi as it has great hotels and great food. One can work in the day and relax at night. Delhi is a great place to stay for a short while."

While Kareena adds, "Shooting in Delhi was nice but hectic and crowded with so many people consisting of the fans and paparazzi following us around."

Producer Karan Johar says, "A big crowd had collected at India Gate and Rajpath but eventually, we managed to complete the shoot.

We had the required permits and adequate security who handled the situation extremely well. The shooting was bang in the middle of Rajpath but everything was well managed."

Is Rensil's film called Jehaad?

Karan says, "No. It's untitled as of now."

Kareena launches book Loose Weight Not Mind

February 15th, 2009

The secret to Kareena Kapoor's much coveted size zero is finally out in the open. She spent Valentine's Day encouraging people to love their bodies and shed flab. The actress was present for a book launch of her trainers book Loose Your Weight Not Your Mind.

How should one begin to love their body?

Kareena Kapoor: First and foremost it's about eating right, only then can one start beginning to love their body. And when loves their body they don't abuse it.

There was so much talk about your size zero figure. There were rumours that you were starving yourselves. Were you amused at any point?

Kareena Kapoor: I was being updated daily by the media about what I'm eating. I was very entertained.

The Kapoors are known to love their paranthas and dal makhani. How did you control yourself?

Kareena Kapoor: Yeah in fact I was recently shooting in Delhi and I had dal makhani for lunch. Everyone on the set was shocked to see me eat dal makhani. But I told them that this is what my dietitian's given me, so stop staring at my plate.

Bebo as bridesmaid

February 13th, 2009

Amrita Arora is getting married on March 6, and Kareena Kapoor’s all set for her best friend’s wedding.

Why not? We heard Bebo will be Ammu’s bridesmaid. Kareena is trying to take out time from her tight schedule to help the bride. Not just that. Bebo herself has made the rounds to the best stores in town and
co-ordinated with the best fashion designers to design her gown. Although, Amrita will be the maiden of the night, we are eager to watch Kareena in her ‘gown’ing glory!

My mother always showed me the bad side: Kareena

February 13th, 2009

Kareena Kapoor is on a real high. She is being showered with awards off late and the recent one being the prestigious India Today Women Award 2009 for her contribution to the world of art and cinema by none other than Erin Brokovich.

Kareena states that she always cherished the idea of becoming an actress. She further revealed, "I always wanted to be an actress since I was a little girl in my mother's womb. The dreams resurfaced when I was became fourteen years old.

I always told my mother that I wanted to act but then my mother always showed me the negative side of the industry. She often chided me saying that one shouldn't go by the glitz and glamour of the industry.

But then one fine day I woke up and said that I had finally decided that I was going to act. My mother then advised me first to lose weight and then watch a lot of movies. She said being a star is not easy.

There are two sides to it. You earn lot praise but also face a lot of criticism and negativity in the industry. You will have to compromise a lot in life" reveals Kareena.

"My elder sister Karishma became a star and she too said that the path to stardom is not easy. I will have to work really hard to achieve my goal and learn to face criticisms." she further added.

Kareena said that she was very adamant and hell bent on becoming an actress. "I plunged myself into it and there's no looking back.

Yes there is a lot of compromise, negativity and criticisms but if you want to achieve something and follow your dreams you have to go through the grind only then will you reach your goal. I have done that and I am glad where I am today" concluded Kareena.

Shahid, Kareena to reunite for ‘Milenge Milenge'

February 12th, 2009

Mumbai: Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor are all set to reunite. But not in real life. We are talking about their last movie together ‘Milenge Milenge'.

Shooting for the Sathish Kaushik directed romantic comedy has been disrupted for over two years due to their breakup post Jab We Met.

Kareena had initially refused to shoot for the movie as she did not want to work with Shahid but now has changed her mind.

Kareena and Shahid have begun the dubbing for their film ‘Milenge Milenge'.

Shahid has already completed his part and now Bebo is about to dub for her part. This means that Shahid-Kareena fans will get to see the Jab We Met pair soon on screen.

Let's hope this Kareena-Shahid factor works in favour of the film.

As Kareena has given her green signal, the movie is expected to hit the theatres by the end of this year.

Dish TV renews contract with Shah Rukh Khan

February 10th, 2009

MUMBAI: DTH service provider Dish TV has extended its contract with actor Shah Rukh Khan.

Dish TV roped in Khan as its brand ambassador in 2007 and has now extended the actor's contract.

According to Dish TV COO Salil Kapoor, the company is planning to target a subscriber base of eight million over the next fiscal. Dish TV's current subscriber base stands at five million.

Dish TV's competitors Tata Sky has Aamir Khan as its brand ambassador, whereas Bharti's recently launched DTH service Airtel Digital TV uses actors Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, R Madhavan and Vidya Balan in its communications.

Kat’s out, Kareena’s in; ‘Race’ for the top spot begins

February 10th, 2009

Mumbai : It’s going to take much more than just rubbishing animosity claims for the two hot-bod actresses, Katrina and Kareena to put up a show of solidarity and sisterhood. Going by their current actions, it’s evident that the war between them is just getting messier by the day. And the latest feat in this cutthroat competition is bagged by the no longer size-zero diva of Bollywood, Kareena Kapoor.

The actress has replaced Katrina in the much-awaited sequel of 2008’s biggest success ‘Race’. Directed by Abbas Mastan, the film will have real life couple Saif and his arm-candy Kareena romancing on reel. Even though, the ever so eager love-birds Saif and Kareena’s first flick as a couple ‘Tashan’ might have fizzled out without a trace at the BO, that’s not keeping the top notch directors from signing on the glamorous two-some.

Speaking to a news daily, Ramesh Taurani from Tips says, "Yes, we are already working on the script of Race 2. We were thrilled with Race`s success. Theatrically and overseas, it grossed Rs 120 crore and was one of the blockbusters of 2008; that`s why we are planning a sequel to it. Abbas-Mustaan will direct the sequel while Saif and Anil will be retained. We are also going in for new casting with the sequel. Kareena will act in Race 2 opposite Saif. In Race, the story will be different while some of the characters will remain the same."

What’s more is that the sequel is going to be much thrilling and bigger than it’s first part and going by Saif and Kareena’s camaraderie it’s bound to be sexier. Talking to a news daily Saif said, "I am very excited to be part of the Race sequel. I have been offered many sequels but there are only certain films which merit a sequel Race is one of them. We aim to make Race 2 better than the original. It will be slicker, faster, sexier, more thrilling and upgraded in a much bigger way from Race."

Well, with Katrina out of the film, the conspiracy has already begun.

Amisha Patel forgives Kareena Kapoor

February 9th, 2009

While Saif and Kanav bonded at Tusshar Kapoor's bash, their ladyloves, kept their distance from each other

Building Bridges: Ameesha Patel and Kanav Puri going to Tusshar Kapoor's party. Kareena Kapoor and Ameesha Patel have shared cold vibes ever since Ameesha replaced Kareena in Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai.
At that time, an angry Kareena had made potshots like, "Hrithik's dad spent five hours on every frame and close-up of his son, whereas not even five seconds were spent on Ameesha. There are portions in the film where she has pimples and under-eye bags on her face.

If I were in the film, I would have definitely got a better deal, but I still feel that the attention would have been divided between us. So, I'm glad I didn't do the film."

Though the two actresses met at events over the years, Ameesha and Kareena never warmed up to each other. So when both met on Friday night at Tusshar Kapoor's party at his Juhu bungalow, the vibes were thanda to say the least.

Says an eye-witness, "Kareena and Saif had already arrived and were seen chatting with people when Ameesha and Kanav arrived with a gang of friends after Kanav's birthday party.

Kanav and Saif know each other well so when they met each other, they started chatting like long-lost friends. But though Bebo and Ameesha exchanged cordial greetings they didn't speak at all after that. Their vibes were freezing."

Ameesha says, "I have no problems with Kareena and will always be polite to her though it's true we didn't chat but just exchanged hellos.

I am very fond of Saif who is extremely well-mannered, a thorough gentleman and a gem of a person. He's also a friend of Kanav's as Kanav and Soha used to study at the same school in Delhi.

So when Kanav and Saif met up again at Tusshar's party, both got along like a house on fire. Last year, when Saif and I were shooting for Lazy Lamhe and Saif and Kareena were dating, Saif had wanted to do something special for her so I went out of my way to accommodate him and wind up early. I even attended the music launch of Refugee.

I don't belong to camps nor am I part of industry battles. I know Kareena earlier said that she hadn't given as big flops as I had but I don't hold anything against her for saying those things about me."

Ameesha adds that she would love to do a film with Bebo if offered. "If we are offered good roles together I would love to act with her. It's immature to hold grudges.I forgive Kareena for all the negative things she said about me. Even then, when she had said them, I didn't retaliate.I know five years later when we are both married and I am sitting with Kanav and three chubby kids in London all these fights and patch-ups will sound so silly and immature.I have not been brought up to snub people or be nasty to them. Nor do I believe in catfights or holding grudges. I am not here to make friends and enemies in the film industry. The only true friends that I have here are Sanju and Maanayata and for me, that's enough.'

Papa Randhir angry with Kareena

February 9th, 2009

Kareena Kapoor is the busiest gal in Bollywood today. She is running fast to complete the number of assignments that she has signed. Today, she is occupied by films, endorsements, award functions and parties and hardly getting time to spend with family. Though she is the achiever of prestigious awards like Rotary and FICCI, youth icon of the year, woman achiever of the year, youngest achiever of film industry, her father Ranbir Kapoor is neither feeling proud of daughter Bebo nor appreciating her talent. To him, if Kareena cannot spend time with her family what is the use of those awards and achievements? In irritation, he said, "I'm going to put a stop to all this. What is the point of all these awards and adulation if I don’t get to have one meal with you?"

Bebo too agreed with pa. She has the same opinion that due to her hectic schedule, she is unable to devote time to her family. "I can't begin to explain how I'm managing all this. I must have met my niece, sister and parents for hardly four hours in one-and-a-half years! But I've promised my Dad quality time post June."

Kareena has ample films lined up for release and the much talked one is Renzil D’Silva’s film where she is paired opposite beau Saif. Interestingly, they will do a lip-lock on screen. Speaking about the lip scene, Bebo remarked, "I'm a director's actress and both Saif and I do things according to the requirement of the script."

Kareena is the 'Czarina style icon'

February 8th, 2009

The french government has honored Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor as the 'Czarina style icon of Bollywood'.

While we don't entirely agree with the style icon bit, the Kapoor gal joins ranks with SRK and many global filmstars post this honor.

"It's great that bollywood is being recognised globally," Kareena said at a function in New Delhi.

While Kareena parroted the beauty pageant winning speech perfectly, her charecteristic cheekyness showed up when the conversation moved to saif.

"Saif is my tall dark and handsome; and he is an important part of my life...the world knows now."

As the size zero debate continues, she maintained the denial for her size zero image.

"Well I am definitely not size zero... I am well rounded," chipped in the Bollywood actor.

With three big releases with three superstars lined up, and with a few of non-bollywood awards in her kitty, Kareena has marketed her stardom pretty well.

Noted environmentalist Erin Brokovich felicitates Kareena Kapoor

February 7th, 2009

Mumbai : Renowned environmental activist Erin Brokovich presented Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor with an award for her contribution to art and cinema.

She said that it was indeed an honour to receive the award from none other than Erin Brokovich, an American legal clerk, who was well portrayed by Hollywood's Julia Roberts in the film 'Erin'.

Speaking to the media, the candid young lady sent a message out to the youth that one should have faith in oneself to achieve new heights.

"I think this is a great honour that they have chosen me for this award, but it definitely gives me a lot of strength and confidence to continue to do what I have always done which is believe in my heart and believe in myself and of course my dreams. I tell the entire youth of this country that follow your heart and follow your dreams because that makes you achieve what you actually want to," said Kapoor.

Interestingly, Kapoor seems to be happy with the fact that women in India are now making it to the top.

Congress Party Chief Sonia Gandhi has been listed as one of the most powerful women of the world, has found a new admirer in Kapoor.

With time she has proved her mettle and earned accolades for her character role in films like 'Chameli'. She won the first Filmfare Best Actress Award for her performance in 'Jab We Met'.

Saif and Kareena share sizzling lip-lock in upcoming film

February 7th, 2009

Real-life couple Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor will share intimate moments in their untitled film directed by Renzil D'Silva for Dharma Product-ions.

A source present at the sets reveals, "Last week, Saif and Bebo shot for their kiss in a Chembur studio. The kiss is part of a song. The actress who has done kissing scenes on screen before (see box) was quite comfortable with the idea of lip-locking with her beau. She even was seen camly discussing the angle and the intensity with the director."

Lingering doubts
An insider reveals, "At one point it was discussed if the scene was necessary and it looked like the couple had their doubts about the screen smooch. Rensil looked unhappy and had a word with Saif. The director convinced him to do the scene. Saif in turn made Bebo understand that it was necessary and she agreed."

They got the kiss right in about five takes.

Sallu’s the wind beneath Bebo’s wings

February 1st, 2009

That Kareena Kapoor and Salman Khan have kissed and made up, is now known.

Lucky for Bebo, because Sallu immediately proved why he makes one of the nicest friends in Bollywood. The actress, who was in Panchgani, would have failed to reach Karabi in Thailand where she had to shoot a song for Sohail Khan’s Main aur Mrs. Khanna. Enter generous Salman. He organised a chartered flight for Bebo. The actress, stressed with hectic schedules, could catch a much needed shut-eye on the flight and when she reached her location was able to shoot the whole night and complete the song. Incidentally, Bebo and Sallu play a couple in the film… and she has an extra-marital affair with Sohail.

Saif-Kareena film in payments controversy

January 30, 2009

Karan Johar's latest production seems to have come into some trouble.

Some crew members in Philadelphia, USA, where the film was shot last winter, have complained that they have not received payment even after the shoot ended.

Directed by first-timer Rensil D'Silva (who wrote Aks and Rang De Basanti, the yet-untitled film stars Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor. It was shot in Philadelphia in November and December, and 1,000 crew members and extras were hired. Johar's Dharma Productions enlisted an Australian company called Swish Group Limited to help with the shoot.

The Philadelphia Inquirer newspaper reported that according to the workers, the payment of $100,000 had bounced and that Swish was not responding to their inquiries.

Apoorva Mehta, CEO, Dharma Productions, told rediff.com, "They (Swish ) have an accounting problem at the moment. They have confirmed receiving the money from our side. They said they will settle the due in two or three weeks. They have given us a confirmation letter also."

Cary P Stynes, Managing Director, Swish Group Limited, forwarded his reply to Dharma Productions to this reporter via e-mail, where he admitted to the delay in payments.

'We are in the process of resolving all matters in relation to the payment to crew members and vendors appointed by us for services in relation to your film, currently under production,' the e-mail stated. 'We have not been able to do so, as the accounts for the film are yet to be finalised. We have given this matter priority over all other accounting issues and our accounts team are working around the clock to sort out the issues that we have had. We are still reconciling the exact amounts of what is owed to various people who worked on the film.'

Styles further stated that payments will be made within the next 10 to 15 days.

'We once again confirm that we have received full and complete payment from you of all amounts requested by us to date. We thank you for your patience and we have no objection if you share this letter with the crew members, vendors and other stakeholders. Apologies again for any inconvenience or embarrassment caused,' Stynes concluded.

Bebo feeling homesick

January 30th, 2009

Ravishing Kareena Kapoor is a busy bee. As she became the most demanding actress of Bollywood, she distributed her time between films and endorsements and hardly finds time to spend with family. And the little amount of time that she hardly manages to get is bestowed upon beau Saif, romancing and traveling around the globe. Now Bebo is feeling homesick and she is longing to fly to her family.

In the last couple of months, Kareena has hardly spend time with her family. Round the clock, she remained busy with her projects. Now when she is feeling homesick, she called up sister Karishma and fixed up time for chitchat. And no sooner Bebo landed in Mumbai, she caught up with Lolo and both indulged in deep conversation.

Kareena has many projects lined up for release. She has couple of films with Saif and currently busy shooting with Salman for Main Aur Mrs Khanna.

Kat, Bebo to rock at Miss India pageant

January 29th, 2009

Miss India Worldwide pageant 2009 is going to be a combination of glitz, glamour and talent. More glamour will be added to the show by serene beauty Katrina Kaif and ravishing Kareena Kapoor and they will be joined by sultry Yana Gupta. They will set the stage on fire by their dynamic performance.

Bollywood actor Deepak Tijori whose company is hosting the show with Kaleidovision, said at a press conference: "There will be a mix of beauty, talent and glamour at the finale of the pageant, with Bollywood beauties shaking a leg with the participants. It will be an evening to remember."

Before the finale, the 20 finalists will go through a 10 days question and answer session. Mehar Bhasin, who will look after the grooming of the contestants has been quoted as saying: "Training is not going to be a cakewalk for them. They will have to go through a tough and hectic regime of around 14 hours a day, which means they cannot take it easy."

Beauty expert Blossom and Samantha Kochhar will take care of the beauty and hair of the contestants while designer duo Rahul and Rohit Gandhi of the label Cue will design their outfits.

Kareena Kapoor to receive an award from Erin Brokovich

January 28th, 2009

Bollywood's eternal heartthrob Kareena Kapoor must surely be on cloud nine these days for reasons more than one. If you thought that her film 3 Idiots (her dream come true film with Aamir Khan) tops her list, then, its time for you to rearrange the 'toppings', as Bebo will now be presented an award for her contribution to art and cinema in February, by none other than the world-renowned environmental activist Erin Brokovich!

For starters, Erin Brokovich is an American legal clerk and an environmentalist despite no formal education in law. One may also recollect that the Hollywood hottie Julia Roberts had played the title of 'Erin' in the Hollywood flick Erin Brokovich, which fetched Julia an award for the Best Actress, no less!

To present the award to Kareena, Erin is reported to be air dashing to Mumbai. Needless to say, life couldn't have just been better for the Kareena girl!

Salman-Kareena bury old hatchet; kiss and make-up

January 27th, 2009

Mumbai, Jan 27: Salman Khan is in a mood to forgive and forget. The actor, who is infamous for his bad boy rage, wacky antics and unforgiving attitude, seems to be in a mood to chalk out a few names of his big enemies list. After leaving us all stunned with his ‘beg forgiveness acts’ from his ex-flame Aishwarya and the Bachchan family, Sallu has now kissed and patched with the no-more-size-zero lass Kareena Kapoor.

Apparently, the gorgeous twosome had been engaged in a long cold war with each trying to snub the other.

It all started when Kareena was dating her old lover-boy Shahid Kapur. Story goes that Kareena was miffed with Salman ever since he had a war of words with Shahid on their ‘Rockstar’ tour.

However with Saif’s entry in her life, Bebo has decided not to sulk over her ex-beau’s enemies and has mended ways with Salman. The two were reportedly spotted having a jolly time on the sets of their forthcoming movie ‘Main Aur Mrs Khanna’.

Joined by Kareena’s almost better half Saif, the trio shared jokes and seemed much too comfortable. A news daily even quoted a source as saying, “When they started shooting for ‘Main Aur Mrs Khanna’, Kareena and Salman only behaved like professionals. Anybody who saw them share icy vibes would never have been able to tell that the two were thick friends once upon a time. Even as their on-screen chemistry sizzled in ‘Main Aur Mrs Khanna’, they refused to interact off-screen.

In fact, things were so bad that director Prem Soni would have to discuss scenes separately with both the stars. But during the Panchgani schedule, Kareena and Salman hit it off instantly.”

The source also stated that it was the newly humble Kareena who made the first move by going up to Salman to discuss a scene sequence with him.

Well, with Kareena turned from foe to friend, that’s one less person for Salman to shoe off.

Katrina Kaif And Kareena Kapoor To Dance At The Finale Of Miss India

January 26th, 2009

Kareena Kapoor and Katrina Kaif are set to add a dash of glamour at the grand finale of PC Jewellers Miss India Worldwide pageant to be held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, on January 31.
"There will be a mix of beauty, talent and glamour at the finale of the pageant, with Bollywood beauties shaking a leg with the participants; it will be an evening to remember," host Deepak Tijori said at the press conference in New Delhi on Wednesday. Deepak's Tijori Entertainment is hosting the show with Kaleidovision.