Salman Khan rejects 's offer

It is learnt from our reliable sources that actress Sushmita Sen’s ambitious plan of diversifying into film production has now come to a halt. The former Miss Universe had set out to make a historical film on Rani Laxmibai and had even approached Salman Khan to star in the film, and Shekhar Kapur to direct it.

But Salman reportedly rejected this project since he was back then busy with his film Veer. It was being said that he didn’t want to shoot two period films simultaneously.

However, Shekhar Kapur after hearing the script, had realised that Sushmita had done a whole lot of research for the film and had even advised her to direct it herself.

But for now, Sush has decided to put the film on hold. Sushmita however also maintains that if she does decide to direct a film in the future, it will definitely be on Rani Laxmibai.

Presently, Sushmita, who has lost oodles of weight, is promoting her forthcoming venture Dulha Mil Gaya which releases on 8th January 2010.

A source close to Sushmita tells us, “Since she is also busy with her recently-adopted second child, she will not be able to concentrate on direction right now. She has not signed on any new projects either.”

Talking about her another baby girl, Alisah, she says, " She is adorable! She is so beautiful and Renee is almost like a mother to her. I was just waiting for the courts to make it legal for you to be able to adopt two girls, and the minute that happened, I jumped at the chance. She is three months old and I just want to ask everyone to pray for her.”

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I don't want to be an Item Girl: Mrinalini Sharma

Model turned actress Mrinalini Sharma from New Delhi is shaping up her career steadily. She started her filmi career as a Bhatt camp actress starring in two of Mahesh Bhatt’s films, ‘Awaarapan’ and ‘Showbiz’.

Though, Mrinalini didn’t succeed in making a strong screen presence but she is back again in the upcoming action cum thriller film ‘Hide and Seek’.

‘Hide and Seek’ is a joint venture film of Moser Baer Entertainment Ltd. and Idiot box, produced by Apoorva Lakhia and Lakshmi Singh. Directed by Shawn Arranha, the film stars Purab Kohli, Arjan Bajwa, Ayaz Khan, Samir Kochhar and former Miss Universe Amruta Patki and the music of the film is composed by Gaurav Dasgupta and Chirantan Bhatt.

We had a brief chat with Mrinalini on her new film…

Tell us something about ‘Hide and Seek’. What’s your character like?
‘Hide and Seek’ is a suspense flick and it’s based on the story of 6 friends who start playing a game of Hide and Seek on a cold Christmas night. But little did they expect that night and that game would change Om, Abhi, Jaideep, Imran, Gunita and Jyotika’s lives forever. I’m playing the character of Jyotika and I’m paired opposite Purab Kohli.

We’ve been hearing that this your comeback in the B-Town, where did you run away?
I didn’t run away anywhere! This is mostly because I’m coming back in a big film after a gap of two years under the banner of Moser Baer and well– known director Apoorva Lakhia.

How was it working with debutant director Shawn Arranha?
Oh, it was a lot of fun working with him and I think the way he has directed ‘Hide and Seek’, I’m sure the audience will be glued to their seats.

‘Hide and Seek’ has a huge star-cast, did you face any problem while shooting with them?
Not at all! Since it has a huge star-cast and all of us had scenes together, the shooting was extremely enjoyable. We used to shoot at nights so it was like house on fire as we all are about the same age.

 Most of the actresses these days switch to regional cinema when they don’t get work in Bollywood? Would you ever like to do the same?
I don’t think cinema is restricted to only one language! All I see is a good script and a character with substance, if that works out that I’ll do any film from any region.

You had an item number performance in film ‘Apaharan’. Do you prefer being an item girl as it’s a sure shot way to stardom?
I don’t think being an ‘Item Girl’ is a sure shot way to stardom! You’ve to struggle anyway but I don’t want to be tagged as an item girl as I want to be an actress. I had a guest appearance along with a dance scene in ‘Apaharan’ but after the movie released, I was disappointed to see that my scene was cut out and they only showed the item number.

Any other upcoming movies in line?
Yes, I’ve worked in ‘Shaadi ke liye loan’, which is set to release

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Ranbir-Deepika have broken up, confirms Karan Johar

Here's one more reason for Ranbir's female fans to be happy. According to his close friend Karan Johar, Kapoor is very much single, and ready to mingle!

The duo came together at a book shop to release DVD of Wake Up Sid. During the event, hoards of girls were screaming ‘Ranbir we love you’. Many wanted to know if Ranbir was single?

While the shy star hesitated to answer the tough question, his pal KJo replied, “Yeah Ranbir is single and he is ready to mingle.”

According to onlookers, on hearing that a couple of his female fans almost fainted with excitement! After all, it is very tough to compete with Deepika and Katrina and now when Ranbir is single they are ready to take their chances.

So, happy hunting girls!

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I don't want to die a virgin

Neetu Chandra's attempt to garner some spotlight with her steamy photo shoot hasn't helped her much. Now the ‘Traffic-Signal’ babe is once again in news for her fear regarding virginity.

According to a leading daily, the sexy actress is often heard moaning, "I wish, I don't die a virgin."

Chandra is out of work at present and often seen frequenting clinics for her skin treatment, which turned blue because of excess weight shedding problem.

Neetu who grabbed eyeballs after her photo session with model Krishika Gupta for a men's magazine also rubbishes protests against her for allegedly promoting lesbianism.

Talking to the journos she asks, "Do you see any lip locks here? Any body rubbing? This is just a contemporary adaptation of Ajanta and Ellora. It’s only about my expressions. Instead of those provocative expressions, if I’d just laughed or smiled, it may have well been a volleyball or basketball lying next to me."

She adds, "I very much knew what I was doing and never got carried away. But if there’s even an iota of doubt in anyone’s mind, let me make it clear once and for all that I’m not a lesbo.”

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Katrina: Me? Hot and sexy? You should see me at home

Katrina Kaif has had three big hits in 2009. A track record that none of her peers can begin to equal in these times of creative and boxoffice recession. That isn’t all. She has just been voted the most popular actress in a Filmfare poll and the sexiest Asian actress by a leading Asian website from London.

But the girl remains grounded, so much so that she refuses to budge from her abode in a bustling part of Mumbai.

“I know I’ve been reading about relocating my home. I admit I’ve looked at a few properties. But nothing seriously. Though it’s a little noisy on my street I’m too attached to the place I stay in. I’m also too lazy to make a move.

Yes I’ll need a bigger place when my sister Isabelle joins me. But right now she’s studying acting in the US. There’s still time, ” yawns Bollywood’s hottest and sexiest.

So is she planning to move home? “Not at all I’ve always wanted a home by the sea. But I love my current home too much. So no plans of moving”

No plans of signing any new films yet either. “It’s very sweet of directors to mention my name in forthcoming projects. I feel privileged. But I haven’t said yes to anything new. At the moment I’ve cut my workload by half because of my ill health.”

As for being designated one of Asia’s sexiest women by Eastern Eye Katrina laughs, “Me? Hot and sexy? Nah. People should see me at home. I’m painfully unglamorous. Just another working girl making a living.”

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Wincing in pain Katrina leaves India

The healing process after her surgery last week is yet not even half-complete. But Katrina Kaif, recovering quietly from surgery at her Mumbai home, stubbornly decided to go and join her family in London for the annual Christmas-New Year vacation which she had promised herself for months now. Katrina flew out of Mumbai early Wednesday morning after getting a reluctant go-ahead from her doctors at Breach Candy hospital. Wincing in pain she said a few hours before departure, “The pain will remain for a while. But the process of healing is on. I got my doctor’s consent in Mumbai and I’ve another doctor in London who’s fully aware of my condition. The doctors said the pain will be the same in Mumbai or London. And as long as I’m very careful about not exerting myself I’ll be fine. So I’m off.” Katrina had gone into a depression earlier during the week when she felt she wouldn’t be able to join her sisters and brother in London because of her medical condition. On Tuesday after visiting the doctors Katrina and her mother took a decision. Said Katrina, “I can’t exert myself, can’t dance around or be boisterous. But that’s okay. Because our family is in any case not the dancing type. I just want to be with my sister’s little boy take him to the toy stores in London and buy him everything he wants.” Katrina returns to Mumbai in the first week of January, hopefully fully healed. “Luckily I’ve a doctor in London who knows how to look after me. So basically I’m just moving into a happier state of mind by being close to the people I love. That would help me heal quicker….Wish me luck.”

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Ranbir and Deepika patch up after ugly breakup

Ranbir Kapoor, who was hoping to get back together with his ex-girlfriend Deepika Padukone, got his chance at a party hosted by jewellery designer Maheep Kapoor and fashion designer Nandita Mahtani. The guests at the party made sure Ranbir and Deepika, who weren’t even on talking terms, got talking.

The party had all the glitter possible what with Shahrukh Khan and his friends– Karan Johar, Arjun Rampal and his wife Mehr present.

Also present were Shabina Khan, Ritesh Deshmukh, Sonam Kapoor, Dino Morea (Nandita’s boyfriend).

Deepika was with Ritesh Deshmukh all evening, as he is her co-star in ‘Housefull’ while Ranbir was speaking to everyone. However, Deepika and Ranbir kept avoiding each other’s eye. And the guests at the party saw that.

To break the ice between them, Karan and Shabina tried to get the two to talk.

Everyone else also worked to get them talking. They were even made to sit at the same table. They first exchanged pleasantries and then got into a discussion. Everyone was relieved to see both of them talk again.

"They took everyone by surprise when they left the venue together," the source said. Apparently, all the onlookers were surprised to see both zoom off in Ranbir's car.

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Spoilsports couldn't spoil my thrill: Akshay Kumar

Although a Candian land-preservation group tried to stop Akshay Kumar’s Olympian sprint in Toronto on Thursday evening no power on earth could take away the exhilaration of the moment from Akshay.

His joy at representing the country with such a singular honour has now multiplied. After Akshay carried the torch at one of the most well-attended street events in Toronto, the Olympics committee in all their wisdom, decided to gift the Olympian torch to the Khiladi star.

Unable to contain his excitement at the honour Akshay on his return to Mumbai on Sunday morning said, “Carrying the torch across the longest street in the world was the greatest honour I could hope for.

But when after the event the Olympics committee gifted me the torch I almost broke down. My first thought was for my son Aarav who would now be able to keep that precious torch with him for a few days. My second thought was, will I carry it back to Mumbai safe and sound?’

At the Toronto airport the authorities were excited by the very unusual cabin luggage that Akshay had brought with him. “They didn’t even check the torch! I was just asked to proceed with it.”

Throughout the long trip from Toronto to Mumbai Akshay clutched the torn in his hands as he sat thinking of what to do with the precious possession.

 “It was during the long flight that I decided what to do with the torch.I’ll be auctioning it and use the noney to help the children who participate in the Special Olympics.”

Reliving the golden moments when he carried the torch in Toronto on Thursday evening Akshay says, “About 7-8000 Indians including those who had come from other cities like Montreal and Vancouver lined both the sides of Younge Street which at 15, 00 miles is the longest street in the world. I started at 7.30.

But people had already gathered by 5 pm. I covered about ½ a mile in 20 minutes. I can only tell you, it was the most exciting and magical moment of my existence.”

Akshay’s spirits were not dampened by a group calling itself the Torch Extinguishing Committee.

Says Akshay, “I don’t know whose torch they came to extinguish. It was certainly not mine. I heard they were around somewhere on that street. Like I told you it’s the longest street in the world.

I completed my sprint without obstruction. I could hear people shouting, ‘Spoil-sports, spoil-sports!’ against these protesters. I’m sure they were protesting for a worthy cause. But why dilute sports by bringing politics into it?”

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