Bipasha Basu Photoshoot for Vogue India September 2010

Bipasha Basu Photoshoot for Vogue India September 2010. Bipasha Basu is the cover girl for Vogue Magazine’s Indian Edition for the month of September 2010. You have already seen the cover of Vogue India, now here are inside scans of Bipasha Basu Vogue Photoshoot. On the cover she looks ugly with paint all over her body, she looks ok with this. Check out Bipasha Basu Vogue.

 

SRK AND KATRINA : BOLLYWOOD HIGHEST TAX PAYERS

Beating Akshay Kumar, Shah Rukh Khan became the number one tax payer in the film industry for the second quarter of the financial year 2011. The King Khan is paying Rs. 5 crore to the Income Tax (IT) department.

Akshay Kumar is now in second position paying Rs. 4.5 crore, followed closely by Aamir Khan who paid Rs. 4 crore to the IT department.

Pataudi son Saif Ali Khan and Kapoor khandaan prince Ranbir Kapoor share the fourth position by paying Rs. 2.5 crore each. Salman Khan paid only Rs. 2 crore compared to the Rs. 2.5 crore he paid in the same quarter last year.

Among the actresses it was Katrina Kaif who came out on top, paying Rs. 1.3 crore, followed by Kareena Kapoor, who paid Rs. 1 crore.

Hrithik Roshan paid a miniscule Rs. 50 lakh compared to the Rs. 3 crore he paid in the second quarter of the 2010 financial year. Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali gave Rs. 50 lakh this year compared to Rs. 25 lakh last year. Similarly, Vishal Bharadwaj gave Rs. 25 lakh against Rs. 15 lakh last year to the IT department.

LADY GAGA SPEAKS OUT AGAINST "DON'T ASK DON'T TELL"

Lady Gaga has some choice words for defenders of "Don't Ask Don't Tell," the policy that prevents gay men and women from serving openly in the military. The "Telephone" singer has released an 8-minute video urging the Senate to repeal the controversial policy. Wearing a black tie, white shirt, black coat, the 24 year-old pop starspeaks directly to a number of senators who have backed the law.

"I am here to be a voice for my generation. Not the generation of the senators who are voting, but for the youth of this country. The generation that is affected by this law, and whose children will be affected."

"We are not asking you to agree with or approve the moral implications of homosexuality," Gaga says in the video. "We are asking you to do your job — to protect the Constitution.

MAHESH BHUPATHI AND LARA DUTTA ARE NOW ENGAGED

Tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi and Bollywood actress Lara Dutta are now couple. They both made a public appearance together at the Filmfare awards. They for the first time came in the public notice together giving an indication that they are couple in love.

The actress and former Miss Universe 2000 split with her actor boyfriend Dino Morea, and was later seen with the tennis star on several occasions. Lara has also been in the middle of a controversy, with Bhupathi’s ex-wife Shwetha Jaishankar blaming her for the divorce with Bhupathi.

VANESSA HUDGENS IN PREMIERE OF "LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS"

After an weekend,Vanessa Hudgens was out in Los Angeles, CA.

The "Sucker Punch" young girl looked darling as she turned up at the Los Angeles premiere of "Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole" held at the Grauman's Chinese Theatre.

As for the upcoming film, the animated flick - which going to release on September 24 is directed by Zack Snyder, starring Abbie Cornish and Ryan Kwanten.

A synopsis via IMDB tells: "Soren, a young barn owl, is kidnapped by owls of St. Aggie's, ostensibly an orphanage, where owlets are brainwashed into becoming soldiers. He and his new friends escape to the island of Ga'Hoole, to assist its noble, wise owls who fight the army being created by the wicked rulers of St. Aggie's. The film is based on the first three books in the series."

KAREENA TO CELEBRATE HER BIRTHDAY WITH SAIF

While most actors like to spend lavishly and take exotic breaks to celebrate their birthdays, Kareena Kapoor who turns 30 on September 21, will be shooting for beau Saif Ali Khan’s home production "Agent Vinod" in Latvia which is in Eastern Europe.The actress had earlier this year missed her sister Karisma`s birthday as she was shooting in London with Shah Rukh Khan for ‘Ra.One’. However, the silver lining for Kareena is that Saif will be with her.

Kareena will be away from Mumbai for a month long shoot. Her role in Agent Vinod is very demanding and requires her to do risky stunts. A bit of birthday celebration in between hectic shoots will lighten her up.

As for Saif’s special plans for Kareena, the actor is planning to surprise his lady by flying down her mother to Latvia. Talking about her packed schedule, Kareena said, “What can I do? I barely have time to breathe. I just came to Mumbai for two days after being away for 25 days. Now, I`m off to Latvia for over a month`s shooting.

"Confirming that the shooting of Madhur Bhandarkar`s "Heroine" has been postponed Kareena says, "Madhur is still working on the script. We`ll start shooting the film when the script is ready in the next three months. Right now, Madhur is busy with Dil To Bachcha Hai Jee."

MADONNA ON THE SET OF "W.E."

Getting down to business on her current directorial film, Madonna was seen on the set of “W.E.”

The “Material Girl” songstress, Madonna looked to be hard-at-work yet able to let loose and goof around on the Central Park in New York City set.

In another channel, it was said that soon-to-be CNN Primetime King, Piers Morgan, has banned Madonna from ever being a guest on his upcoming show.

Word has it, Morgan has the Queen of Pop at the top of the ban list because of beef between the two after Piers criticized her charity work as a publicity stunt.

LINDSAY LOHAN : PHILIPPE CHOW CHICK

Hollywood famous actress, Lindsay Lohan was seen hopping into her Maserati in West Hollywood, CA.

Looking gorgeous in her black brimmed hat with a white buttondown shirt and denim short shorts, the "Machete" actress sped away from paparazzi after dining at local favorite Philippe Chow.

In the midst of planning her post-jail/rehab comeback, Miss Lohan recently enlisted the services of former Britney Spears manager Larry Rudolph.

Of LiLo, Rudolph told Bang Showbiz, “Lindsay is in a good place now. When you’ve got that much talent – you can never count somebody like that out. She’s incredibly smart, she’s incredibly talented, and she’s a star. She has everything she needs.”

AJAY DEVGAN AND BIPASHA IN PRIYADARSHAN'S "AAKROSH"

When Hollywood has already reached home and it doesn't require much effort to hunt for an original, netizens have quickly managed to hint on the source of "Aakrosh". The name that at the top of the list is not a Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil or any other regional film. It is Oscar winner Hollywood flick "Mississippi Burning" (1989) which starred Gene Hackman and Willem Dafoe.

An industry observer says, "With the basic plotline seemingly similar for both the films, it wasn't hard to draw other parallels. While "Mississippi Burning" highlighted the divide of black and white, honour killing (which is the underlining theme of 'Aakrosh') is also making headlines due to cast divide in India."

"Also, both the films are hard hitting dramas and make an attempt to highlight a topical issue in a non-compromising manner. The actors chosen for both the films, in this case Ajay Devgan and Akshaye Khanna, are also known for their intense acts while the man at the helm of affairs, Priyadarshan, has always been known for his remakes. It is tough to ignore similarity points here", he adds.

But, Kumar Mangat , the producer of  "Aakrosh" denies any similarity between the two films. He says with a straight face, "Aakrosh" is based on a report that had appeared years back in a leading national newspaper. I remember how we all were shocked when the news break happened around three college going boys getting killed because one of them was having an affair with a higher cast girl."

"There was a CBI enquiry done and it was revealed that police, collector, a local local MLA - just about everyone was involved. We always wanted to make a film around this theme, adapted it to the current scenario and made "Aakrosh", he states the reason behind making "Aakrosh".

Most probably the film going to release on 1st October, 2010. Whether "Aakrosh" bears any similarities to "Mississippi Burning" would be known then but by the look of things, it can be rest assured that this Priyadarshan film does promise to bring with it quite some drama for the audience.

Also starring Bipasha Basu and Paresh Rawal plays a vital roles in "Aakrosh" which helped in pumping the glamour scene with an item number by Sameera Reddy and Urvashi Sharma. The film also stars Kumar Mangat's daughter Amita Pathak as well as Reema Sen who was seen in Priyadarshan's comedy "Malamaal Weekly".

MALIN AKERMAN AND RYAN PHILLIPPE IN "THE BANG BANG CLUB"

Malin Akerman and Ryan Phillippe were seen side-by-side for the premiere of “The Bang Bang Club” in Toronto, Canada.

It was held at Roy Thomson Hall as part of the 35th Toronto International Film Festival, the “Couples Retreat” cutie and her hunky co-star greeted fans and media members before heading inside to join co-star Frank Rautenbach and director Steven Silver for the evening screening.

As for the movie, “The Bang Bang Club” is a drama based on the true-life experiences of 4 combat photographers capturing the final days of apartheid in South Africa.

In one of the news, Miss Akerman just nabbed herself another movie gig – as she’s joined the cast of the Universal comedy “Wanderlust”.

Joining current cast members Jennifer Aniston, Paul Rudd and Justin Theroux, the movie is about “a married couple (Aniston, Rudd) who try to escape the trappings of modern society by moving from New York.”

ARJUN RAMPAL IN ACTION PACKED MOVIE "RA 1"

Arjun Rampal is now coming once again with Shah Rukh Khan in RA 1 after OM SHANTI OM and DON - THE CHASE BEGINS AGAIN. He has finished shooting for RA 1 where he plays the lead antagonist.

"The kind of energy that Shah Rukh Khan has brought into RA 1 is amazing. Just looking at him work brings so much spirit into you to go and perform well out there. Also, (director) Anubhav Sinha's way of working is infectious too.

Though not much is known about the plotline of the film, RA 1 is said to be a futuristic film belonging to sci-fi genre. With Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor also plays an important role in RA 1.

"I have worked in the film and also see the rushes so I can confirm that for you," smiles Arjun, "Yes, it is the best action film ever made and is also the most ambitious and expensive of them all RA 1 is definitely going to be a special film when it comes out We are looking at a Summer 2011 release."

ANGELINA JOLIE VOTED AS "BEST CELEBRITY ROLE MODEL"

Snatching 43 percent of the vote, actress Angelina Jolie was voted "Best Celebrity Role Model" in a WENN poll. Jolie most recently visited Pakistan as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador seeking solutions for those displaced by the recent floods.

Jolie was ahead of Oscar winner George Clooney, himself a United Nations Messenger of Peace, who took second place with 23 per cent.

It was bit surprise that Miley Cyrus ranked in third place with 15 per cent - she even scored more votes than campaigning rocker Bono, who had to settle for fourth place and just 14 per cent of votes.

Christian musicians Jonas Brothers rounded out the poll in fifth, with five per cent of votes.

"SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE" COUPLE : FRIEDO PINTO AND DEV PATEL

Making for a full day of promotional efforts, Freida Pinto was the belle of the ball at the 35th Annual Toronto International Film Festival.

Looking very nice in red, the Indian actress was joined by "Slumdog Millionaire" co-star beau Dev Patel at the red carpet premiere of the movie "Miral".

Receiving common reviews so far, "Miral" is described as "a drama centered on an orphaned Palestinian girl growing up in the wake of the first Arab-Israeli war who finds herself drawn into the conflict."

Earlier in the day, Freida went out sans Dev as she joined Hiam Abbass at the Guess Portrait Studio for a fun-filled photo session taking place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.

KIM KARDASHIAN : THE SOHO HOTEL HOTTIE

Making time for her fans, Kim Kardashian made her much awaited exit out of the Soho Hotel in London, England.

With a large crowd gathered outside, the E! reality beauty kindly stopped to sign posters and pose for a few pictures before heading off for the night's agenda.

Currently on her second night in the UK locale, Kim seems to be having a marvelous, yet tiring time. She tweeted earlier today, "I literally met the sweetest fans outside of my hotel last night! Thanks @Naridash and @MelissaHudson29 for the letters! Xoxo".

A few hours later, the 29-year-old sluggishly added, "Jet lag is hitting me hard."

MAHIMA TURNS "36" TODAY

Mahima Chaudhury celebrates her 36th birthday today. She speaks fluent Bengali. She did her schooling in Loretto, Darjeeling. Mahima was a model before entering showbiz.  Mahima Chaudhry (born 13 September 1973 in , West Bengal, India, whose real name is Ritu Chaudhry, is a popular Indian actress

She was chosen to be the female lead among about 3,000 applicants who auditioned for Pardes. Subhash Ghai who considers the letter M a good luck charm, changed her name from Ritu Chaudhury to Mahima Chaudhury. She has worked with numerous actresses including Kajol, Shilpa Shetty, Amisha Patel, Urmila Matondkar, Manisha Koirala, Raveena Tandon, Rekha, Preity Zinta, Tabu, Padmini Kolhapure, and Hema Malini. When asked, she expressed her desire to work with Juhi Chawla: her favourite actress.

She was romantically linked with Dino Morea, who denied the reports. She dated tennis star Leander Paes for some time.  In 2006 she married a high profile Mumbai architect, Bobby Mukherjee in Las Vegas amidst total secrecy.

SELENA GOMEZ : STUNNING AT THE 2010 MTV VMAs

Selena’s always been a fan favorite, so it’s no wonder that the crowd went crazy when she arrived at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards.

The “Wizards of Waverly Place” looked absolutely adorable as she happily smiled while waving to her beloved fans and making her way down the white carpet.

And as far as who has her vote, Ms Gomez would like to see Justin Bieber take home the Best New Artist Moonman.

Selena told MTV News, "I think he deserves it. I think he's worked really hard. I think he works harder than a lot of people I know, so he deserves it."

SHINEY NEVER RAPED ME : MAID

Bollywood actor Shiney Ahuja's domestic maid, who accused Shiney of raping her, has told to a court that the rape never took place.

Shiney was accused of raping his domestic help at his Andheri West home June 14, 2009. He was arrested and spent 110 days in police and judicial custody in various jails before the Bombay High Court granted him bail on surety of Rs.50,000.

While granting bail, Justice A.P. Deshpande had imposed stringent conditions on ordering Shiney to live in New Delhi till the trial started in Mumbai, not to influence witnesses, deposit his passport with the police, and report regularly to a nearby police station while in the capital.

The 20-year-old victim made the statement last week before a special judge in a fast track court in Sewri where Shiney's 'in-camera' trial is currently under way. She also claimed that she made the serious charge against Shiney allegedly because of some pressure from a woman who introduced her to the actor.

Confirming the developments, public prosecutor K.V. Dighe said the court has now declared the victim as a 'hostile witness', but the trial will continue. The case against Shiney will continue before the fast track court and the outcome would depend on the statements of other witnesses besides the evidence gathered against him.

AUDRINA PATRIDGE DANCING THROUGH THE PAIN

Getting ready for reality dance stardom, Audrina Patridge was seen leaving a dance studio in Los Angeles, California.

Looking very sexy, the former "Hills" star smiled for paparazzi as she slowly made her way to her car after rehearsing for the TV show "Dancing with the Stars".

Definitely feeling the burn from the intense sessions ahead of the show's season premiere, Audrina told Us magazine, "My legs are so sore!" Continuing on, Audrina says that she's been having a tough time "going through the entire routine without stopping because you run out of breath. It's like, 'I don't know if I can stand this for fifteen more hours!'"

Not settling for second rate material, the 25-year-old, Audrina tells, "I'm really hard on myself. I'd rather just keep going and going and going instead of taking a break."

TABU IN SANTOSH SIVAN'S MOVIE "URMI"

Now we are going to see Vidya Balan and Tabu together in Santosh Sivan's "Urmi". We all are witness to Vidya Balan's acting prowess and her dancing excellence. No wonder then that director Santosh Sivan didn't blink an eye before approaching Balan for a dance number based on the traditional Mohiniattam dance form, in his yet to release film titled Urmi. The song has been choreographed by the well known south dance director Ulhas.

Santosh Sivan’s Urumi is now in full swing in the forests of Malshej Ghat near Mumbai. Tabu is in Malshej Ghat to do a cameo appearance. Not only is Vidya performing a dance number but she has an extended part in the film as well. This Malayalam film is a period drama set in the 15th Century and deals with the killer of Vasco Da Gama. The leading actors of the film are Genelia D'Souza and Prabhudeva.

KELLY RIPA WITH MARK CONSUELOS : SOHO LOVERS

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos were seen enjoying one another companion in a SoHo area of New York City.


The TV show host with her husband walked along a travel hand-in-hand after jacket up lunch during luminary favorite, Balthazar. On the weekend, a happy couple attended a 35th Annual Hampton Classic Horse Show in Bridgehampton, NY to watch their 9-year-old daughter Lola contest in modernized jumping classes.


After Lola as well as her pony, Dawn’s Early Light, scored dual second place ribbons, unapproachable dad Mark told People Magazine, “She unequivocally had a lot of fun.” He added, “I’m in assign of a shoe shining. Kelly does a ribbons.”

SALMAN KHAN IN "DABAANG"

There has always been a lot of hype and wait for Salman Khan films and his fans eagerly wait to see the favorite star on screen. Dabaang is the upcoming film producer by Salman’s brother Arbaaz Khan.


Producer, Arbaaz Khan doesn’t deny the fact that a lot of Salman’s inputs were incorporated into Dabangg even after the film was completed. Arbaaz also said that,. “Salman is a very experienced superstar. This happens to be his brother’s production. He is the star of the film. I considered every suggestion from Salman and incorporated them accordingly. Yes, "Wanted" was his big action release in 2009. We want Dabangg to be his bigger action movie in 2010."



The star cast of Dabaang includes Sonakshi Sinha, the daughter of Shatrughan Sinha who is making her debut in Hindi films with the movie. The director of Dabaang is Abhinav Kashyap and the story of the film is set in Uttar Pradesh. The film targets the many loopholes that our corrupt system has and revolves much around a corrupt cop played by Salman Khan. His fans will see Salman Khan with a moustache and a police uniform as the star plays the role of a cop in the movie Dabaang. But this time the actor wears negative shades to his role and depicts the character of a corrupt policeman in the film.

Dabaang is one more action packed thriller by Salman Khan and this time the actor has reportedly taken keen interest in many of the film’s aspects hugely welcomed by brother Arbaaz Khan . Arbaaz was quoted saying, “In Dabaang we welcome Salman’s inputs warmly. He has added considerably to the film’s overall mood and feeling, especially in the action scenes.”

KATIE HOLMES WITH TOM CRUISE : "THE ROMANTICS"

The Hollywood power couple, Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise posed for pictures outside the AMC Loews 19th Street East 6 theater venue before strolling through the arrivals carpet en route to the night’s special preview of Katie’s new flick.

The 31 years old actress, Katie Holmes with her husband, Tom Cruise hit the red carpet together at The Cinema Society’s screening of her new film, The Romantics, in New York City.

Earlier in the day Miss Holmes made stops to “Live with Regis and Kelly” and the “Late Show with David Letterman” while also partaking in a press conference.

Talking about how romantic and supportive her “Top Gun” hubby happens to be, Katie dished, “My husband has red roses for me everywhere I go and whenever we travel.”

As for “The Romantics”, the Galt Niederhoffer directed film co-stars Josh Duhamel and Anna Paquin, with a release date set for this Friday, September 10th.

AISHWARYA RAI TURNS SMOKER IN "GUZAARISH"

While smoking is not entirely prohibited in our films, but Aishwarya Rai plays a nurse in the film. A health worker shown smoking may not be a good start for the film.


According to source, "Aishwarya is not really smoking in Guzaarish. It's a very cute, funny and a very beautiful sequence where she is trying to smoke when she doesn't know how to. Aishwarya has never been shown smoking on screen. But it's not a sequence propagating smoking. Everyone who has seen it so far has reacted very positively to it."

ASHLEY GREENE : ORIENT EXTREME LUNCH LADY

Taking care of her building appetite, Ashley Greene was seen in Orient Extreme restaurant in Paris, France.

Meeting up with fellow celebrity babe Miley Cyrus, the “Twilight” babe looked lovely as she made her exit from the popular eatery in the Saint Germain neighborhood. Ashley is in Paris to work on her brand new film “LOL: Laughing Out Loud,” and she’s not the only big name on the roster.

Miss Cyrus, Demi Moore, Thomas Jane, Jay Hernandez, and Gina Gershon all star in the flick about teenage kids and the parents that try to keep tabs on them.

WISHING RISHI KAPOOR, A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY

We all wish Rishi Kapoor, a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Today he is 61 years old. He was born in 4th September 1949. He worked as an actor, film producer and director. He was born in Mumbai, Kapoor is the second son of famous film director and star Raj Kapoor.

FAMILY:-

His brothers are well-known actors: Randhir Kapoor and Rajiv Kapoor. He is father of actor Ranbir Kapoor and Riddhima Kapoor. Rishi is the paternal uncle of today's actresses Karisma Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor. He is of Punjabi Hindu Khatri origin.

HIS CAREER:-

Rishi Kapoor first debuted in his father's 1970 film Mera Naam Joker (My Name is Joker), playing his father's role as a child. Rishi Kapoor had his first lead role opposite Dimple Kapadia in the popular 1973 film Bobby which became an instant hit with youngsters. He has since then appeared in hundreds of movies. He played the lead role romancing young heroines till the year 2000 with the delayed release of Karobaar: The Business of Love. He moved on to supporting roles with Hum Tum (2004) and Fanaa (2006). He also directed a film Aa Ab Laut Chalen in 1998 starring Rajesh Khanna, Aishwarya Rai, Akshaye Khanna, Kader Khan, Paresh Rawal and Jaspal Bhatti. Recently he appeared in Namaste London and an English-language film titled Don't Stop Dreaming which was directed by his cousin Aditya Raj Kapoor (son of Rishi's uncle Shammi Kapoor). He acted with the veteran actor Kamal Haasan in Saagar which was officially sent to the Oscars.

PERSONAL LIFE:-

Rishi Kapoor became engaged to Neetu Singh, with whom he had several hit movies, on 13 April 1979 and then married her in 1980. They have two children: Ranbir Kapoor, who is also an actor, and Ridhima Kapoor.

HILARY DUFF HITS PILATES, READIES FOR PITTSBURG LIFE

She’s really dedicated to her examination routine, as well as Hilary Duff was speckled streamer to a Pilates category in Los Angeles, California.

The “Beauty of a Briefcase” chick arrived only in time for category as well as about an hour after emerged from a studio, flashing a slight grin for a on-hand paparazzi.

In another news, Hil’s brand new hubby, Mike Comrie, has not long ago sealed a $500,000 stipulate with a NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins. Although he and Duff now live in L.A., Comrie told he wanted to go to a good group to be a part of an organization similar to Pittsburgh and contest for a Stanley Cup.”

PRIYANKA CHOPRA LOOKING SEXY IN HER SHORT SKIRT

Try taking Priyanka Chopra away from her denim skirt. Just try. Yet again for Levis' 'Change the World' campaign Miss Chopra strutted in wearing them faded denims. She paired it with a snug black and white tee.The flirty curls and the grey gladiators made the look seem easy and unofficial. The oomph you ask? Well! That might just have something to do with her attitude.

JESSICA SZOHR AND ED WESTWICK : BIG APPLE LOVERS

With their on/off relationship back in full swing, Ed Westwick and Jessica Szohr were spotted enjoying a little time together in New York City.

The Vanessa Abrams babe donned a short sleeved black top with jeans and a brimmed hat while her Chuck Bass beau sported a ripped Hopenhagen t-shirt, shorts and suede loafers while animatedly conversing with surrounding paparazzi.

The sighting comes just days after Ed and Jess confirmed rumors of a rekindled romance with a passionate kiss in their US Open box seats.

The two previously parted ways amidst cheating rumors – as an insider told the New York Post that Jessica had a hotel hookup after her birthday party with one of Ed’s pals, Marco Minuto.

SALMAN AND KATRINA IN AN ITEM NUMBER

Bollywood’s star couple Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif will be seen together in an item song in Farah Khan’s upcoming movie ‘Tees Maar Khan’.

Katrina was left in anguish when Salman made a public announcement of their separation. Much drama followed after this but both of them are apparently trying to patch up for the sake of the movie as both of them agreed to share screen space for the item number. The actress was seemingly finding it tough to recover from the Salman Khan episode so the news of doing item number with him, comes as a great surprise to many. The item number will also see the lead hero Akshay Kumar but the main attraction will definitely be the pairing of Salman and Kat.

Earlier, there was a buzz of Salman Khan doing item number for buddy Farah’s film but now it has been confirmed officially. Well, it will be surely a shock for Shah Rukh Khan, who has been known to be a very close friend of Farah. The choreographer turned director has turned friend to SRK’s all time rival and even signed him for an item number in her movie. According to a source, Salman readily agreed to do the item number when Farah offered him this.

Akshay and Salman will be seen in the opening part of the item song and Katrina will be joining them after a minute. The source added that there will be some frames in which only Salman will be shown with Katrina. It will definitely incite interest among the audience!

JESSICA ALBA PREMIERES "MACHETE" IN VENICE

While promoting her upcoming movie overseas, Jessica Alba attended the “Machete” premiere during the 67th Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy.

Held at the Sala Grande Palazzo Del Cinema, the “Sin City” star dazzled as she joined director Robert Rodriguez and co-star Danny Trejo on the red carpet.

Due out in theaters on September 3, Jess recently told of the film, "It's exciting, for us as artists. Usually, we?re just entertaining and, most of the time, everything is just pure, commercial entertainment.”

She adds, “Especially in Hollywood, there isn't a whole lot of emphasis on much else. Film is used, in other places in the world, for political messages, and its an art, in all different forms. Some people don't have a voice, and their government keeps them from having a voice. Knowing that we can participate in something that is socially and politically relevant, even in one of the biggest pop culture makers of the world, Hollywood, that's awesome."

VIDYA BALAN ONCE AGAIN WITH PRADEEP SARKAR

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan, who started her career with Pradeep Sarkar’s movie Parineeta in 2005, had done several films all these years. She has received critical acclaims for many of them and some bombed badly at the box office. But, she did not get a chance to work with Sarkar, who made her popular with her film "Parineeta".

However, the actress has now got the chance to work with her mentor once again after five long years. The duo shot together for an hair oil ad. Vidya admitted that she felt nervous and preferred to have a rehearsal before going for the first take. She said that it has been long time she had not worked with “dada’ (Sarkar) and was wondering if they can connect the same way as they did during Parineeta. Vidya said that she could understand what Pradip wanted even before he could speak out and thankfully she re-discovered the same chemistry once again.

According to Vidya, it was just like cycling; one cannot forget it once u have learnt it. The camera was being handled by the cinematographer N Nataraja Subramaniam, who was worked in Parineeta so it was like a house on fire for them.

On the other hand, the director Pradip Sarkar said that Vidya had grown up as an actress and he would love to work with her again. There is a report that Sarkar wants to make a costume drama with the actress.
However, viewers will have to wait and watch to see Vidya creating that magic with Pradeep Sarkar all over again!

MICHAEL DOUGLAS FIGHTING WITH THROAT CANCER

Hollywood celebrity Michael Douglas, the 65 year old actor has a throat tumor and he will under go eight weeks of radiation and chemotherapy.

Douglas revealed that he was diagnosed three weeks ago though he'd complained of a sore throat at one point earlier this year. Testing at the time didn't find a cause for the pain. When he returned to the doctor after a summer of traveling with his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones and their two kids Dylan Michael and Carys Zeta, he was diagnosed with stage-four cancer, "which is intense, and so they've had to go at it," he said


Douglas has won three Golden Globes and two Academy Awards, first as producer of 1975's Best Picture, 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' and as Best Actor in 1987 for his role in 'Wall Street.' Douglas received the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2009.