Shraddha wants to move on from romance

Actress Shraddha Kapoor, recently seen in successful love saga "Aashiqui 2", says she wants to go beyond the genre of romance on screen, and try her luck at different roles, especially a grey character.

"The fact that people liked 'Aashiqui 2' and my character (Aarohi) in it, they now want to see me in a lot more romantic films. I would like to do romantic films, but honestly I would like to do beyond that as well," Shraddha told reporters here at an event.

"I would like to do other genres also and it will be interesting," she added.

Shraddha, daughter of actor Shakti Kapoor, made her Bollywood debut with "Teen Patti" in 2010. But she earned popularity only with "Aashiqui 2".

Asked about the kind of roles she wants to play, Shraddha said: "If I will get the opportunity to be a part of a very interesting character that has grey or white shades, then why not? I would love to play it." Meanwhile, the actress will soon be seen in Mohit Suri's next "The Villain". Besides, she has also teamed up with director Rohit Shetty for his next project, which is expected to go on floors soon.by santa banta news network.

Ouch! Big B down with stomach infection

Tuesday, October 15, 2013 13:54 IST

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who recently turned 71, is suffering from fever and stomach infection. He said there is nothing to worry, but needs rest to continue shooting for "Kaun Banega Crorepati` (KBC).

`I am incapacitated. Down with fever and a stomach infection. I am afraid this is all that I can do today. I need to rest to burn it all out and recover sufficiently to be at 'KBC' tomorrow,` Bachchan posted on his blog srbachchan.tumblr.com late Monday night.

`Nothing to worry as such...but...Pardon this brief communication. I still remain in love and with all,` he added.

He has hosted "Kaun Banega Crorepati" five times and is currently seen hosting the seventh edition of the reality game show that airs on Sony Entertainment Channel.

Big B also tweeted about his health Tuesday.

"At work! KBC...still struggling with ailment... nothing easily achieved in life...'jab tak jeevan hai tab tak sunghursh hai' (The struggle continues as long as you live)!"

The show is the Indian adaptation of the internationally popular format of "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire".
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

I have no time for Men, Catfights and 4 AM Freinds: Nargis Fakhri

Monday, October 14, 2013 11:19 IST

Nargis Fakhri's link-ups have made news quite often. However, the lady says that she's focused on her work, and has no time for love. She says, "I want to invest all my time into acting and improving myself."

After playing a journalist in Shoojit Sircar's film, Nargis is busy shooting for her next project, which will release in spring 2014. In an interview with CS, Nargis shares the heart ache of being an actress, having friends in the industry and finding her right man.

The bane of stardom
Fame -- intrusion on your privacy is the biggest con of being an actor. I think some things should be left alone but it seems that once you are a so-called public figure, your life is constantly under a microscope. People want to scrutinise, analyse and just want to know everything about you. I used to get upset initially, then I started laughing it off. Nowadays, I find it amusing and at times. It's definitely very annoying.


Bonding with buddies 
I think it's tough to maintain friendships in the industry because of the lack of time. We, actors don't have the time to invest into a friendship. Whatever little time one has, he would like to stay at home and sleep. That's what I would do.

I don't feel insecure or threatened by other actresses, so I welcome a friendship. Being an outsider, I find the idea of catfights and camps to be a strange one. I come on the sets, do my work, and leave.

So far, the people I have worked with have been quite nice to me, and I hope it continues that way. I don't understand this concept of 4am friends.


Alpha's rules
I always hear that Bollywood is a male-dominated industry. However, women are slowly making their mark, and wowing everyone with their talent. I think it's changing and the industry is entering into it's best phase right now. People are taking more risks now.

No time for love 
Honestly, I think I owe my free time to my family first, and then to my friends all of whom live overseas. So, there's no time for a relationship. Moreover, I want to invest all my time into my work and learning the craft in order to get better.

I know that I have a shelf time and want to make the best of it. Relationships like people come and go but your career is important to your freedom. I'm an independent woman and working is what makes me happy right now.


Finding Mr.Right 
The idea of a perfect man doesn't excite me. As long as I can find someone that fits in or at least someone whose imperfections do not annoy the hell out of me, it would be great. He should be cultured, intelligent with a great sense of humour. My man should be a travel freak and emotionally present for me, whenever I need him.
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

What!!! Deepika almost got pelted with eggs and tomatoes

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Deepika Padukone narrowly escapes group protesting against her film 'Ram Leela' at a garba event in Ahmedabad

When Deepika Padukone got ready to attend the ongoing garba festivities in Ahmedabad, little did she imagine what was in store for her. Eggs and tomatoes! A group of protesters had gathered on the garba grounds to agitate against her upcoming film, Ram Leela for some allegedly controversial content.

Onlookers say that the group had almost readied themselves to pelt Dippy with the eggs and tomatoes when they were informed that the makers had agreed to take the content off the film.


Says a source, `Members of the Jadeja and the Rabari community were set to attack the actress as well as the organisers at the venue. The situation got tense but finally they backed down after they were told that the apparently offensive portions from the film had been re-dubbed.`

According to an insider from the production, director Sanjay Leela Bhansali had already communicated the decision to edit out the portions to the senior members of the community but word had not percolated to the agitators at the grounds.`

After the matter was sorted, the protestors left the ground and Deepika continued with the evening's affair. The official spokesperson of the film says, `Ram Leela is a well-made film which does not antagonise, offend or disrespect any community, whatsoever.`by santa banta news team.

Identity Crises: Excuse me! I am Shilpa not Vidya

Tuesday, October 15, 2013 14:01 IST

Shilpa Shetty was recently in Pune for the opening of a jewellery showroom. Though Vidya Balan is the brand ambassador, she could not make it due to her other commitments

Consequently, Shilpa was invited for the inauguration. But the sultry actress looked visibly awkward when the brand owner referred to her as Vidya Balan, not just once but twice in his speech.


When asked about it, Shilpa sportingly said, `Vidya and I are friends so I don't mind this mistake.` She also stated that Vids should go out of the country for work often so that she could get to replace her often. Wonder what Vidya has to say about this identity crisis.
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

Kareena Kapoor not finalised for Sooraj Barjatya's film

Tuesday, October 15, 2013 14:16 IST

By Santa Banta News Network

Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan has or has not been finalised for Sooraj Barjatya's upcoming film?

If the rumour mill is to be believed Kareena has been signed for the film but producer denies it.

Superstar Salman Khan will be teaming up with Sooraj Barjatya for a film after 14 years. Their last film was 'Hum Saath Saath Hain'.

There were rumours that Salman Khan had recommended Kareena Kapoor for the film and she was signed for the film.

"There is no truth in it. We have not finalised anyone yet. Lot of speculation is happening over who the heroine will be but we are yet to finalise things. In a month's time, we would decide," sources said.

Several names have come up for the leading lady like Katrina Kaif, Ilena D'Cruz, Anushka Sharma, Parineeti Chopra and others.

The yet to be titled film will go on floors in June next year. The shooting might take place in Mumbai, Gujarat and Rajasthan.by santa banta news team.

ecoming a mother has been a blessing: Ash

Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan today said that becoming a mother has been a blessing for her

"Change is constant in life. Every experience contributes to change and growth, making you hopefully a better human being. Becoming a mother has been a blessing and I cherish this gift from god," Aishwarya said.

"Aaradhya (her daughter) is a wonderful blessing in our lives and she is very special and it is a loving fulfilment. I am grateful for this experience," she said. The actress was speaking at the unveiling of stem cell banking by LifeCell here.

Aishwarya said she had opted for banking her daughter's stem cells. "I was aware about stem cell banking as a development probably out of my interest in the medical field as most of my friends are doctors. I have been aware of this way before I got married. I was always fascinated by it. Any research and development in general let alone in science and healthcare has always been of interest to me," she said.
"The beauty of this association fulfils the wish of social encouragement. It is addressing a mindset that is fairly new to our country at large. I am happy to contribute, educate and make people aware about this scientific development," she added.

For Aishwarya it has been busy time professionally as she has lots of advertising and promotional work. Aishwarya refused to divulge anything, when she was asked about the plans to celebrate her father-in-law Amitabh Bachchan's birthday on October 11.

"You will know the plans. For us festivities begin from October to November, besides festivals like Navratri and Dusshera there are lot many birthdays in our family that come in this period. It is a busy and special time for us," she said. "With respect and love we wish paa and other family members a happy birthday. Also, we wish everybody happy festival period," she added. by mid day .com