MUMBAI: Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon along with other models walked the ramp in a fashion show in Mumbai.

She was wearing beautiful clothing and walked the ramp of the fashion show organized on the theme of tall height.

While expressing her views at the end of the show, Raveen said it was a very exciting show of its kind, adding that she enjoined a lot in the show.

MUMBAI: Shah Rukh Khan has scores of reasons to rejoice for. The actor, who bagged the prestigious Zee Cine Award in the Best Popular Actor category, will soon be seen romancing the dazzling Katrina Kaif onscreen. With the duo not having a single movie together to their credit, many top movie directors are now gearing up to bring the dishy pair together for a film.

And even though the infamous fight between SRK and Salman at Katrina’s birthday party had made her averse to sharing screen space with SRK, the fact that all leading ladies have romanced SRK is now persuading Kat to follow suit.

And that’s not all. As per reports, even Shah Rukh is keen to work with Katrina. Sources have revealed, "At Hrithik Roshan’s birthday bash, Katrina was seen enjoying SRK’s company.

The two talked for a long time and there was hardly any sign of animosity between the two. Not only that, Shah Rukh even escorted Kat back to her car. She left the party with Karan Johar.”

As for the director that is working hard to bring the two together onscreen, it’s none other than Karan Johar. Well, here’s looking forward to this jinxed pair coming together.

She made an outstanding debut in the film Parineeta and since then Vidya Balan has lived up to the promise she showed in her first film. She has gone on to play many different characters and with each new role, Balan tries something new and impresses. She is an actress who gets lost inside her characters and is now considered one of the best actresses in the Hindi Film Industry. In her recent films, the actress has taken roles a little off the beaten path and has really proved her amazing talent. She was given rave reviews for her performances in both 2009's Paa and last year's Ishqiya. She continues that path of offbeat roles with Sabrina Lall in No One Killed Jessica. The role required Balan to be stripped down, both in look and character, to play a woman fighting for justice for her murdered sister. In an exclusive interview with BollySpice, the actress talked with us about playing the role in the highly anticipated film.

You always seem to choose unique roles. What do you take into consideration when deciding which roles to say yes to?

I think primarily the script, my role in it, the director, the producer, but over and above all of this I think my gut, because there are times when everything seems in sync. You have the perfect script, you have a fabulous role, you have director you connect with, you have a very credible producer; but something from within says this is not for you. So, I think, over and above everything is my gut.

What was it about the role in No One Killed Jessica that made you say 'this is a role I must do'?

One, because I think Sabrina Lall is one of the real life heroes in recent times. Her journey has been unbelievable. From being someone who probably likes to get lost amongst a crowd of ten or even among a larger crowd, someone who likes a certain inconspicuousness, who is almost like a wallflower, she came from a sheltered, protected background. For someone like that to suddenly face such a harsh reality and take charge and slowly put up a fight for so many years, relentlessly, is just a show of inner strength. I think I found that journey extremely empowering. One, just as a person, I've always found that interesting and inspiring. Then in the script, it was doing justice to that journey, which is what I wanted it to be and I was being offered that part. That was my reason to be in the film.



How do you prepare to play a role like Sabrina Lall?

I've really based my interpretation and characterization on the script because it's very tricky when you are playing a real life character, especially one like Sabrina. While on the one hand you have access to all the facts, the sequence of events and peoples' reactions and all of that, the emotional journey is something that is not accessible to you, because you obviously can’t expect her to relive or revisit that journey. That would have been very insensitive of us. She was kind enough to share with Rajkumar Gupta, the director, a lot of facts from her experience and feelings through her journey which he incorporated in the script, and which lent it that much more credibility. Beyond that, I really had no access to her emotional journey. We've all at different point in time imagined what it must have been like for her, but we really don't know. So, I used my imagination and along with the director, with a basis of the script, actually charted an emotional journey for her. There was no preparation otherwise. Like in any other film, my script was my bible here.


Was it difficult journey to go on to play her? Just getting inside her and portraying all those emotions you imagined?

I think it's daunting because that kind of show of strength is almost unimaginable. There has to be a certain amount of sensitivity when you are portraying a real life character. I didn't know at certain points sometimes how to react. For example, most crucial, I didn't know how someone would react if they heard that their loved one was just shot down. That, for me, was the most challenging scene in the film. It's beyond me. I don't even want to imagine it as a person. To be able to actually play out that scene, I think I was a bit stumped. I didn't know as an actor what to do because even as a person I don't want to imagine it. There were lot of moments when I said, 'My God! Did this really happen?' There were times when I felt anger, there were times when I felt helpless, there were times when I felt elated. Of course, this film is not a documentary feature. It is a feature film. So, there is a lot of fictionalization. There is dramatization. To me, if you ask what really is where fact and fiction meet - to me, fact is what happened, fiction is how it happened. While a lot of the things I am reacting to may have been the director’s interpretation, nonetheless there is only so much any of us would really know. Only the people who went through it would know the exact truth about what motivated, what prompted, what went through them when that happened.

That must have been difficult. I can't imagine getting yourself into a place that you have to portray that...

Yes, yes. I wouldn't say exactly difficult but there were times when I didn't know what to do. It was unimaginable.

How was it working with director Rajkumar Gupta?

Raj has a certain hunger which he infused into me and into the entire team. It is one of the reasons I got really encouraged to do the film. I am consciously calling it hunger. It's not even passion, it's a hunger to tell the story. It's hunger to shoot a particular scene a certain way. That is very, very rare. I hope this is the only time in life when I wish someone a lifetime of hunger! (Laughs)

How did he guide you along this character's emotional journey?

I think he had done such a fabulous job on the script that we were on the same page very, very early in the process. We, of course, charted out the emotional journey, like I said, but as we went along we worked our way through. I must say that he stripped me of my excesses, whether it was makeup, hair and clothes or even in terms of the drama, he's managed to bring in a very palpably real quality to Sabrina.

That must have helped you get into the character, the glasses, the clothes because she is someone who is so behind the scenes until she has to take on this.

Precisely, and that is the quality we really wanted to portray. Her journey is very interesting - a wallflower emerging into a hero. So, we needed that quality of her being regular, you know, the girl next door, who actually metamorphosis into the hero she is today, into the icon she is today. So, to bring in that real quality, he stripped me of the excesses.

How was it working with Rani Mukherjee?

Fabulous. We don't have too many scenes in this film. She's an actor I really admired amongst my immediate seniors. I was glad we got to work together on this film because this film is really about these two girls who are instrumental in bringing justice to Jessica. When you are faced with an actor like Rani Mukherjee it lends it that much more credibility. They are completely different roles and that contrast in the personalities came through beautifully, if I may say so myself. (Laughs)

You shot a lot in Delhi. Tell us about that experience and the scenes that were done with the hidden camera.

Oh yes! I've seen Delhi the way I've never seen it before, and I don't think I'll ever get a chance again to see Delhi the way I have. I've walked through all sorts of places, through crowds filled with people at crossings. In broad daylight, I walked through crowded streets with no one ever noticing me because there was the hidden camera and they don't expect a star dressed the way I was. It was very thrilling. There were times where I was forgot I was really shooting. (Laughs) It was fantastic.

The press/media was shown to be quite pivotal in the film. What are your thoughts on the media today?

Pretty much what they were before, because one really didn't need a film to realize that the media played an extremely pivotal role in this case. It really not only mobilized public opinion, but I think it united people from all over the country, people who backed Sabrina in her struggle, in her fight for justice. So, I think you realized what an important force the media was even before this. But, anyone who has not followed the case probably doesn't know the extent to which the media contributed. This film will always be there on celluloid for people to realize what a movement this had become and how the media was spearheading that movement.

What do you hope audiences will take away from this film?

One, I think they will feel very inspired by Sabrina. Just the fact that she never gave up. And how the universe actually conspired to bring justice - so justice prevailed. The other is that, you know, united we'll always stand. I think that is the real take away from the film.

What do you think about Amit Trivedi's music?

I think his music has really contributed to the film in the sense that it elevates certain moments beautifully. These are not lip-sync songs; it is a background score. When a song really elevates a moment and does justice to it and brings it alive, I think, it's beautiful. A lot of times the music in films is indifferent or sometimes it even hampers the scene. But his music really beautifully elevates some of those moments and does justice to them.

What do you love about acting?

I think it feeds the schizophrenic in me (laughs), the need to live someone else's life vicariously for a while even as I continue to live my own.


Do you have a hard time letting go of characters once you are done?

Not a hard time. Invariably at the end of the film you feel a bit empty, but you get over that. You just feel like you've been this other person for so long. You've known this other person intensely and you never again will know that person. You have to let go. It's almost like you are possessed by this other person for a while. Then that person is extricated from you. Whatever there was will be on celluloid forever, but beyond that that's where it all ends.

What will we see you in next?

Sujoy Ghosh's Kahani, which I've completed work on. It's a thriller, which is entirely shot in Calcutta. I'm really looking forward to the release. Then there is The Dirty Picture, which I'll start work on in a little over a month, and will start preparation for that in a few weeks.

Do you only do one film at a time?

Yes, I do. I can't multitask. I definitely am schizophrenic, but don't think I've got a multiple personality disorder! (Laughs)

Do you have a message to your fans?

Yes! I really hope you guys go to the theatre and watch No One Killed Jessica and appreciate and enjoy the film. Thank you for all the appreciation for my work so far. I do get a lot of mail from the US and it's very, very heartening. I'm hoping to visit soon.

Since he first announced that Shahid Kapoor would star in his next film there has been a lot of speculation as to who will star opposite him in Kunal Kohli's next film. We can now report that Kohli himself has confirmed it will be Priyanka Chopra!

Kohli has been teasing fans on Twitter for the last month on who it might be and finally today he tweeted, "Priyanka Chopra will star opposite Shahid Kapoor in my next film. Pritam is the music director. Lyrics Prasoon Joshi."

As for the title, well that is still to be decided but star Shahid tweeted this clue, "N just to clarify my film with @kunalkohli is untitled and rest assured the title will not be the length of a sentence ..."

Early reports said that the film is a romance that spans over 100 years but the actual story is not known, only that it will be a romance. Watch this space for more because we will keep you in the know about this exciting project!

The most democratic awards of the season have arrived and that for the first time in the history of Indian Cinema. Founded just this year, the Tweeple Film Awards aka TwiFi Awards is without a doubt the most talked about awards this season with its unique concept that promotes "Of the tweeple, By the tweeple and For the tweeple, to honour the most deserving in Hindi Cinema 2010." A movement that promotes talent over star power.

The jury of the awards comprises of a mix of India's most respected critics, as well as film buffs on Twitter, who've been chosen by Twitterati through a democratic voting system, over a period of four days. The jury was announced yesterday with a selection of 30 film buffs making it on the team alongside some of the most well known critics in current times such as Rajeev Masand (CNN IBN), Minty Tejpal (Mumbai Mirror) and Pavan Jha (BBC India).

BollySpice is pleased to report that our very own writers/critics have made a mark for themselves in the world of writing by entering the group of 30 Jury Members selected through votes. Stacey Yount (Editor-in-Chief, BollySpice), Prathna Tiwari (Editor, BollySpice) and Pooja Rao (Writer) made their way into the list.

As a desi match-maker in London, I am always analysing people and relationships, looking for signs of compatibility. I recently watched the gorgeous Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan on Koffee with Karan Season 3 – a thoroughly entertaining and witty show that is a must on Sundays, and so naturally during the entire show I was thinking “Will this couple tie the knot in 2011? Do they seem compatible?” Let’s take a look at what I saw.

Firstly, the couple looked very relaxed and comfortable with each other, laughing and smiling. During the “rapid fire” section however Kareena had a couple of “tantrums” when Saif did not guess correctly her favourite holiday destination. She snapped at him about her Diwali present and how she is planning on taking it back....oh dear!
Overall though, Saif seemed totally smitten by Kareena and even mentioned he is a little jealous as she is “so stunning”. I truly believe that for relationships to work, the man has to be so much more in love with the women than she is in love with him.

When match-making, I often look at zodiac-sign compatibility so let’s take a look at our Bollywood couple’s “love match” based on their zodiac signs.

Kareena Kapoor
She is 33 years old, born on 21 September and is a Virgo. Virgo’s tends to be practical and diligent, meticulous and reliable. On the surface they are emotionally quite cold. But the outward lack of feeling may conceal too much emotion, which they are afraid of giving away as they do not trust others.

Saif Ali Khan
He is 40 years old, born on 16 August and is a Leo. Leo’s are generous and warm-hearted, faithful and loving. However, they are the most dominant and extrovert of all the zodiac signs.

Love Match
Leo and Virgo are a compatible love match as long as they both understand each other’s nature and expectations. They key in Leo and Virgo compatibility does not lie in changing each other, but on the contrary, on bending a bit to make their relationship work for a life time!

So, my prediction for marriage between Kareena and Saif in the near future? It’s a “yes”!!

Mumbai: Now that her `Tees Maar Khan` is over and done with, filmmaker Farah Khan is all set indulge in her first love, choreography. She`s been asked by Aamir Khan to choreograph a song for `Delhi Belly`.

Confirming her professional reunion with Aamir after 10 years, Farah says, "Yes, I`m doing a song for Aamir`s `Delhi Belly` because he has asked me to."

So, does this mean Farah is returning to choreography in a big way?

Retorts Farah, "Not at all! I don`t actively do choreography any more. Only a song here or there for friends. Besides Aamir`s song I will be doing the `Housefull 2` numbers for my brother Sajid and, of course, my husband Shirish Kunder`s `Joker`. That`s it for now. No more choreography this year. I`m busy writing my next script."

"Delhi Belly" was completed by director Abhinay Deo last year.

The project is as special to Aamir as his wife Kiran Rao`s "Dhobi Ghat" because it stars his nephew Imran Khan. The quirky film about a prodigal`s return to the capital has been described as a sex comedy.

The song choreographed by Farah Khan in "Delhi Belly" would be filmed on Imran Khan. Apparently Aamir wants the same feeling of youthful vibrancy in it that Farah had created for Aamir in the "Pehla nasha" number in "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar".

"Pehla nasha" was the first song that Farah choreographed. After "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar", she has choreographed only twice for Aamir, in "Sarfarosh" and "Dil Chahta Hai".

Aamir`s attention is now turning towards its post-production work, now that Kiran Rao`s directorial debut "Dhobi Ghat" is about to release.

Deo has moved on to his next project, "Game", for producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani.

Mumbai: Bollywood`s chocolate boy Imran Khan finally bid adieu to bachelorhood and married long time girlfriend Avantika Malik here Monday. He said he is very happy.

The couple is off to Thailand Tuesday for their honeymoon but not alone - 50 guests will be accompanying the newly-weds.

Imran, who had been dating Avantika for the past eight years, had a registered marriage at his superstar uncle Aamir Khan`s house in Pali Hill.

After the wedding, Imran came to his house with his newlywed wife in a black Porsche decorated with white flags with ‘Just Married’ written on them. The house was decorated with flowers and lights.

Both wore beautiful traditional wedding costumes - Avantika was wearing a light grey lehenga choli with a red border and gold work and Imran was dressed in a black bandhgala.


"I`m not feeling married right now, it will take some time to sink in. I`m very happy" Imran told reporters after reaching home.

Asked how he felt after breaking the hearts of his female fans, the 27-year-old said: "I`ve been in a relationship for the past eight years so the point of breaking hearts doesn`t arise. Everyone always knew that I`m dating and was never single, so getting married is nothing new."

Imran`s maternal uncle, Aamir was dressed in black sherwani with self-print and a maroon churidar and his wife Kiran Rao went traditional too, donning a purple-gold lehenga choli.

"We are very happy for both of them and all our blessing are with them. I hope they have a happy married life and have lots of kids," said a visibly elated Aamir.

The actor will be hosting a grand reception once the couple returns from their honeymoon. The date has not been fixed, but it is scheduled for the end of this month.

After the wedding, the couple hosted a quiet dinner for close family and friends at Taj Lands End Hotel.

Mumbai: Talented actress Kangna Ranaut who had decided to design her own clothes for films has given up on her attempt to do so. Earlier it was reported that the stunner had planned to design her wardrobe for comedy king David Dhawan’s latest ‘Rascals’ and filmmaker Priyadarshan’s ‘Tez’. Apparently, the actress finds herself running short of time to do multi-tasking.

Talking to a tabloid, Kangna’s friend revealed, “She has realized that she can’t do justice to two professions at the same time.”

Considering the fact that costumes are one of the highlights of movies these days, Kangna realized that it wasn’t her cup of tea to don the cap of a designer.

“Pehle usko laga ki who kar payegi. But after she got into it, she noticed that she hadn’t done the right thing. Styling clothes for films today isn’t what it used to be in the past. A lot of attention is paid to material used, exquisite accessories etc. Apart from acting Kangna was having to put in double the amount of work into styling her own clothes”, said a source.

Nevertheless, Kangna is game for the job of a designer in future.

Confirming her decision to give up designing, Kangna said, “I styled my clothes for two films. That’s it. Not anymore. I experimented with what I felt I should pursue. But nahin ho raha hai. Maybe I’ll give it another shot in the distant future.”

Also after sleazy wardrobe malfunctions that the actress underwent, Kangna will certainly not like to take any more chances to ruin her fashionista image.