How Katrina Kaif Bagged Her Role In Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara?

Zoya Akhtar’s second outing ZINDAGI NA MILEGI DOBARA is eagerly awaited. Reason? ZNMD boasts of big stars and actors like Hrithik Roshan, Katrina Kaif, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol and Kalki.
Quite surprisingly Katrina came in much later while rest of the cast was already finalised. In fact, Zoya even auditioned a lot of women before roping in the beautiful actress - Katrina Kaif. Reveals Zoya, “Yes that’s true we auditioned a lot of women before finalising Katrina.
Actually we needed a half Indian and half Caucatian girl, who would be willing to ride a bike, scuba dive and one who is physically fit. I tested a lot of people from New york and London but nothing really interested me. Also, I didn’t know Katrina at all, till I met her at a party. It was only at that time I realised ‘Sh*t man. What am I doing. She is the one I was looking for’.”
Zoya Akhtar’s ZNMD, which is touted as guys’ flick, does have scope for women as well. She says, “Of course they do. You take any example RANG DE BASANTI or DIL CHAHTA HAI or ROCK ON or any boys film the women have very pertinent parts. I mean I don’t write bad characters for women.”
Zoya is quite fond of films on raod trips and from long time she was looking forward to do something on similar lines and then ZINDAGI happened. “I love roadtrips. And I have always wanted to do a film on road trips. My first film LUCK BY CHANCE was very interior movie set in Mumbai. So this time around I wanted go outdoors. I wanted to do something visually completely different. Reema Kagti, my co-writer, and me started talking discussing about it and the idea just came in. It is the fastest script written - just 3 months,” concludes the filmmaker. Source
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Anushka Sharma Wears An Engagement Ring?

The Badmaash Company leading lady Anushka Sharma definitely seems to be giving away vibes of being engaged. The preety lady was freshly spotted at a Juhu multiplex, where she turned up to catch a movie with a few friends and family. While she was dressed casually in a white tee, black denims and striped chappals, a couple of accessories caught everyone’s attention. The first was a huge giraffe pendant that, of course, can be termed as a whacky style statement.
What got everyone around whispering was the sparkling little stone on the ring finger on her left hand. Speculations instantaneously started doing the rounds if Anushka has secretly had an engagement, and also over who had given her the expensive diamond studded ring.”The buzz that Anushka has secretly got engaged gained ground because she was wearing the ring on the specific finger that signifies engagement. The stone also caught attention because it seemed out if place with her otherwise casual dress,” told a close source present at the venue.
In the meantime Anushka’s blowhot, blow-cold relationship with her Band Baaja Baaraat co- star Ranveer Singh has once more come into focus after the ring episode, giving rise conjectures if Ranveer is the man. Most in the industry however feel it is too early for either Ranveer or Anushka — both rising superstars — to settle down just yet. Source
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Piggy Chops Is All Set To Challenge Munni & Sheila

With the success of Salman Khan’s hit song Character Dheela from Ready and Aamir’s not such-a-hit I Hate You Like I Love You from Delhi Belly (both take-offs on old-time Bollywood), rumour has it that industry’s current favourite Priyanka Chopra is all set to take on this generation’s cult item girls Sheila and Munni, in a new item song.
The industry is abuzz with the speculation that Piggy Chops’ first ever item number in the forthcoming film Tezz will be a spoof on the hit item numbers Munni Badnam Hui and Sheila Ki Jawani. The actress, who has never performed an item song per se, has reportedly agreed to give dates for song in question.
Though known for her inimitable sex appeal, and never one to shy away from ‘bold’ sequences where scripts called for it, Priyanka had categorically refused to ever do an item number in an interview. But the 28-year-old has apparently had a change of heart-perhaps considering how Munni and Sheila became overnight rages nationwide. Source
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The Road Journey Of ZNMD Stars

The stars of ZINDAGI NA MILEGI DOBARA are all set to surprise you . Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol, Katrina Kaif, Zoya Akhtar (director) and Ritesh Sidhwani (producer) fulfilled the promised made to audience and took a road trip adventure from Mumbai to Delhi in four days.
Looking fresh and all excited to take the road trip; they were there on time. With luggage that arrived earlier. With car loaded with food, water, books, ipods; they were all ready to head to their first destination, Surat.
Kalki, who has not been well, was not traveling with team to Delhi was there to flag off the journey.
Hrithik Roshan, who was extremely excitement said, “I have never ever done road trip and this is the first time I would be on a road trip in India. To see India in rains and to travel by road is quite exciting. “
The stars will be driving through India stopping at various cities en route, Gujarat and Rajasthan being two major states.
Ritesh Sidhwani, the producer says “This film is about a bachelor trip that the three boys decide to go on. And now we are gearing up to relive the experience once again.”
ZNMD is about living each moment like there would be no second chance. The film is all set to hit the theatres on 15th July. Source
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Ra.One To Be Launched As A PlayStation Game

Well, bollywood films can now be available as video games. Among its many firsts, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) has partnered with Bollywood blockbuster franchise to create a PlayStation game on the movie - RA.ONE starring Shahrukh Khan. The video game version of the movie will be called ‘RA.ONE - The Game’ and has been developed exclusively on key PlayStation platforms of PS2 and PS3 (through PSN download).
The game is being developed under active supervision of game development team of SCEE based out of London, UK. The game will almost act as a prequel to the movie to introduce the key film characters and the various super-powers they have in the film. The game storyline has been developed by Shah Rukh Khan so that there is an intrinsic connection between the game and the movie.
Atindriya Bose, Country Manager - PlayStation said, ‘We have always wanted to bring Bollywood IPs on PlayStation platform as the way of connecting to Indian audience. RA.ONE has the right mix of action, environment and imagination that is required to make a good PlayStation game, and with Shah Rukh Khan immense passion and understanding of PlayStation games, we have chanced upon a very unique opportunity of a great game with Indian IP.’
The game provides an opportunity to the players to play as the key characters of the film: Ra.One or G.One. Beyond these two characters, a few other key characters will also be included in the game. The film characters have been replicated closely for looks and animation and use the actual voice-overs from Shah Rukh Khan. Source
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Will Shahrukh Khan’s Ra.One Live Up To The Expectations?

Time passes very fast and you won’t even believe that ‘Ra. One’ is just about 100 days away from release, one wonders whether Anubhav Sinha, the film’s director, is scared of all the expectations from the Shahrukh Khan starrer.
“Why should I be scared? And frankly, I don’t really care about what others have to say. You tell me, would the film have managed such curiosity even a year before it’s release? This is the reason why I keep telling the younger film makers that every opportunity has a potential pitfall but one should not be scared about picking it up on way”, philosophises Anubhav.
“Well, I am aware of all the ‘if-s’ coming my way and more than happy to be grilled and face all volleys with my chin up”, smiles Anubhav before proceeding with yet another hectic month ahead that would be occupied with VFX supervision. Source
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Aamir Khan’s Midas Touch Turns Delhi Belly Into Gold

‘Delhi Belly’s’commercial success has been important not just for Imran and Aamir but also Bollywood in general as it has opened a window for a new genre of cinema in Bollywood. Of course there is a segment of audience that has loathed the movie but this is the second decade of the new millennium which means there are enough followers of such cinema that have enabled heavy footfalls. For the ones with a conservative mindset, the film has precious little to offer. However the multiplex going junta which has been exposed to movies coming from Hollywood, ‘Delhi Belly’ is progressive cinema by all means as reflected in countless positive reviews that it gained for itself.
As for ‘Bbuddah Hoga Tera Baap’, it was clearly swept under the wave of ‘Delhi Belly’. It was expected as well, more so since ‘Transformers’ too had released on the same date. Many followers of Bachchan Sr. had expected that ‘Delhi Belly’ would come crashing down after Friday which would end up benefiting ‘Bbuddah….’ to show rapid progress.
Well, that was not the case to be as ‘Bbuddah…’ stayed miles behind ‘Delhi Belly’ over the entire weekend and though it did show improvement with every passing day, the jump in collections was not major enough to be termed miraculous.
Resultantly ‘Bbuddah’ ended up collecting around 6.5 crores over the weekend once it sustained itself after a so-so 20%-30% opening. The film can take solace from the fact that it has seen mostly decent to very positive reviews as well as word of mouth which means it has in it to try and stay afloat for one more week at the least. So even though a mega earner is certainly ruled out, there are good chances for this out and out Bachchan show to turn into a coverage affair at the least. Mid- level budget should further help it’s cause. However the fact cannot be denied that if only ‘Bbuddah…’ would have arrived alongside lesser competition, it would have done far better than how it has performed now. Source
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Deepika’s Wish For A Katrina Like Song

Deepika Padukone wanted a song like ‘Mora Piya’ from the film ‘Rajneeti’ to be picturised on her — just like the way it was picturised on actors Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif. Known for the melodious music in his films, Prakash Jha, for his upcoming film ‘Aarakshan’, was surprised when he heard of Deepy’s request. A source adds, “Deepika is a smart girl and knows exactly how to put forward her wishes. Before the film’s shooting, Deepika requested via sms to Prakash Jha to feature a love ballad on her, with a happy face smiley at the end. And her wish was granted.
When asked about the request, Deepika said, “I remember how ‘Mora piya’ was such a rage. I remember messaging him (Prakash Jha) to please give me a good romantic song in his new film because Prakashji has a really good sense of music. I was really looking forward to shooting this song and it’s turned out amazing. Till now, Mora piya was always played on loop on my mp3 player wherever I was travelling. But now its ‘Seedhe point pe aaona’, which is such a playful and cute romantic song.”
The song features Deepika opposite actor Saif Ali Khan. Just like the Ranbir-Kat chemistry, there is a lot of buzz about Deepika-Saif’s camaraderie, which was visible in their earlier film ‘Love Aaj Kal’. But we’ll have to wait and watch to know if this number becomes a hit amongst the youth… given that the song is a result of Deepika’s sweet persuasion. Source
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The Romantic Numbers Of Ajay Devgn’s Singham Is Getting Huge Appreciation

Bollywood’s upcoming fearless movie ‘Singham’, directed by Rohit Shetty, is already creating a massive buzz in the industry. Apart from the action and the enthralling promos, the film is also getting a great response when it comes to the music!
The song ‘Saathiya’, which is a romantic love ballad, is already a success! Picturised on Ajay Devgn and southern beauty Kajal Aggarwal, this track is said to be one of the most promising romantic songs of this year! The soulful tunes and the great on screen chemistry between Ajay and Kajal has caught the attention of the audiences.
The music of the melodious track has been given by the talented duo Ajay-Atul. The queen of romantic songs, Shreya Ghoshal has lent her beautiful voice to this song along with Composer Ajay. Source
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Chillar Party Is All About Salman Khan

Salman Khan’s debut production film Chillar Party is a tribute to the actor’s real life attitude. These words are from none other than the director of the film Vikas Bahl.
Talking about the film, the director says, ‘I have to thank Sohail Khan for making his family watch the film. This film captures Salman’s attitude through its narrative of spontaneity, innocence and irreverence. In every way this film is a tribute to Salman’s real life style and attitude. When Salman saw this film he didn’t have to take time to be part of the project after realizing how much of himself he saw in the film.’
CHILLAR PARTY narrates the story about a bunch of kids and their idea of friendship for which they are ready to go to any extent. The film tries to underline how innocence is all about fearlessness and how as grown-ups we gradually become manipulative. The film is set to hit the theatres on the 8th of July 2011. Source
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All Is Well Between Shilpa Shetty & Her Husband Raj

Bombshell diva Shilpa Shetty has refused reports that her marriage is in trouble, saying that she and her husband Raj Kundra are holidaying in the US. She also says that she is not pregnant.
“First I hear am preggars (NOT true) Now I hear my husbands havin an affair frm the press. Common fr papers 2 stoop low 2 sensationalise false,” Shilpa posted on her Twitter page Tuesday.
There were reports that Kundra had met a gorgeous lady at a hair-transplant clinic in London and later gifted the clinic assistant a European holiday.
But, the 36-year-old actress has denied the reports.
“False news!grrrrrr:( 4 the record, my husband and I are holidaying in USA and r very happily married. Sorry 2 burst the newspapers bubble,” she added. Source
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Bipasha Basu Is Extremely Happy To Be Single

The stories of Bipasha Basu’s secret dates and her short term affairs post her break-up with John Abraham, is not new at all.
However, Bipasha thinks there is more to life than just men. Linking her up and reporting her secret affairs are not bothering the actress much who anyways is high on her single status at the moment.
Adds our source, “There is no doubt that Bipasha is making the most of her newly attained single status. Though she might be befriending new people, but she often reported secret affairs border on ridicule most of the time. The actress in real has taken a break from men. Bipasha thinks there is more to life than just men and she is making sure to have full throttle fun without falling prey to cupid anytime soon.”
While Bipasha is on a break from the cupid affairs, we hear John is lying low-key trying to come to terms with what life has handed him we mean a broken heart. Source
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Preity Zinta - A New Producer Is Born

Similar to Lara Dutta, Sushmita Sen, Dia Mirza and Ameesha Patel, Preity Zinta is now all set to turn producer.
The actress, who in the recent past has been more often seen on the cricket field than in front of the silver screen, is now ready with her maiden production venture titled Ishkq In Paris. Preity excitedly tweeted about this news to her fans, “Ok Guys! Here it is….. The movie I am going to produce is called “Ishkq In Paris” & I am SUUUPEERR excited about it!!!! Thank u all 4 all ur good wishes! Am looking forward 2 some fireworks in Paris this summer. Mother India producing it with me Ting !!!”
Ishkq In Paris will be directed by Prem Soni who earlier directed the Salman Khan-Kareena Kapoor starrer Main Aurr Mrs.Khanna. Interestingly, Preity too was last seen on the big screen in a cameo in Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna. Source
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Hrithik Roshan In Agneepath - Exclusive First Look

The first look of the much-anticipated AGNEEPATH was revealed by none other than director Karan Johar. “AGNEEPATH releases on January 13th,2012….,” revealed Karan on a social networking site. He also asked fans to give their feedback on the first look.
Hrithik Roshan is seen in a Govinda avatar, in what looks like a Dahi Handi sequence. It seems he has worked really hard on his physique for the film. AGNEEPATH is a remake of Amitabh Bachchan’s hit film of the same name. Source
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Celina Jaitley Had A Tough Time At Colombo Airport

Sexy kitten Celina Jaitley had a very troublesome experience while traveling. Celina was on her way home from a trip to Maldives when she had to stop over at Colombo for a connecting flight en route Mumbai. Her flight duration from Maldives to Colombo took less than the estimated time and, as luck would have it, her flight to Mumbai was delayed by 11 long hours!
Due to tight laws of Before Time Reporting she was not allowed to kill time at the airport and without a visa she couldn’t explore Sri Lanka either. Out of no choice the sexy siren had to spend an unreasonable 11 hours in a small rented room at the airport with no windows.
Accompanying her was her staff that had to squeeze themselves in the den and they were not even allowed to leave the room, which was guarded by the airport security, till their reporting time.
After the harrowing journey Celina was so thankful and happy to just be back to Mumbai. Well there’s nothing like home sweet home, is there! Source
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Katrina Kaif Is In Full Support Of Aishwarya Rai

As reported earlier, Madhur Bhandarkar decided to show Aishwarya Rai Bachchan the exit route from his ambitious project HEROINE. It seems that Katrina Kaif is unhappy with this and has developed a new sort of fondness for the would-be mom.
According to sources, Katrina is not too happy with the way things have shaped up for Aishwarya and her film HEROINE which no longer belongs to her now.
While maintaining a guarded stand on Aishwarya’s pregnancy and her exit from Madhur Bhandarkar’s film, Katrina says, “We should not be too harsh about such things and should work as friends always.” Though Katrina tried to mince words, but the message is loud and clear that she sees Ash’s expulsion from the film a tad serious move.
Though Katrina is known to display her political correctness all the time, but this time she has come in open support of an actress whose professional dealings have raised many eyebrows among Bollywood filmmakers and especially in the Madhur Bhandarkar camp. Source
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It Will Be Akshay Kumar Vs Salman Khan At The Box Office

The two titans of bollywood are all set to fight with each other. Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan will battle it out at the box as their respective films - HOUSEFULL 2 and EK THA TIGER are releasing on 1st June. Just a day after Yash Raj Films announced the release date of EK THA TIGER, comes the news about HOUSEFULL 2 release.
As per box office reports, one of the biggest hits of the year 2010, Sajid Nadiadwala’s HOUSEFULL that opened to packed houses is back and its bigger and better. Directed by Sajid Khan the film has an all new star cast - Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, Ritesh Deshmukh, Shreyas Talpade, Asin, Zarine Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shazahn Padamsee, Rishi Kapoor, Randhir Kapoor and Mithun Chakraborty and promises to have never-seen-before production values and rib-tickling moments that brings together 3 of the biggest veteran actors of Bollywood.
Keeping to the tradition the HOUSEFULL franchise has its sequel due to release on the first Friday post the IPL-2012.
Says producer Sajid Nadiadwala, “We are very happy to announce that HOUSEFULL 2 will release on the 1st June next year. NGE (Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment) has had a longstanding equation with cricket which has always proved lucky for us and we hope the next year is no exception.” Source
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Hrithik, Katrina, Abhay & Farhan’s Road Trip Marketing Strategy For ZNMD

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara cast Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Katrina Kaif and Kalki Koechlin has taken to the road.
As a part of the unique promotional strategy designed by director Zoya Akhtar and her team, they will make a road trip from Mumbai to Delhi and halt in between too.
The trip starts from Bandra, Mumbai on July 7, with stopovers at Surat, Baroda, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Udaipur and finally to end the journey in Gurgaon, on July 10. Our source said, “They will possibly drive 1500 kms on their own.
Once in Delhi, the star-cast will perform at a live concert in Gurgaon. This is the first time that such a different marketing strategy has been planned to promote a film.”
Producer Ritesh Sidhwani said, “Over a period of three months while we shot the film in various parts of the country, we ourselves took the road instead of taking flights to these places. When you think of road trips why think only about Europe or USA? India is equally beautiful. We connect six cities like Surat, Baroda, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Udaipur and then finally Delhi.
The actors were excited about the road trip and to meet the fans of different cities on our way . I am sure after watching the film you will call your friends and say that lets just spend time together. ”
The film will hit the theatres on July 15. Hope they return in time. Source
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Bipasha Is Impressed A Lot With Abhinav Deo

Bengali dusky beauty Bipasha Basu, who was last seen in Rohan Sippy’s Dum Maaro Dum is going gaga over the new director in town - Abhinay Deo.
Abhinay made his debut this year with Abhishek Bachchan starrer Game.
“Saw Delhi Belly last night! Its a crazy good film! Laughed so much! Abhinay Deo d director is super talented! Everything abt d film was awesome,” Bipasha poster on her Twitter account.
Bipasha goes gaga over Abhinay Deo
“Ram Sampat’s music fr Delhi Belly is so crisp, bold, entertaining n in sync with the film! My fav song frm the film is switty switty switty,” she added. Source
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Zarine Khan Is Working Hard To Look Scintillating In Housefull 2

Zarine Khan, who went from a whopping 100 kgs to her current 57kgs gives all credit to her gym instructor and pilates teacher Yasmin Karachiwala.
The star is also training hard towards a more toned and fit body for her forthcoming film Sajid Nadiadwala’s HOUSEFULL 2.
Talking about the military boot camp Yasmin has put her through Zarine says, “Every morning, I do pilates for an hour and weight training thrice a week with Yasmin Karachiwala. I also do some swimming and jogging and eat every two hours to increase my metabolic rate. Sweets and fried food are strict no.”
With impressive results showing Zarine is even more encouraged to train harder.
“In the next few months, results will be even more visible,” adds Zarine. Source
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Aamir Khan Organized A Special Screening Of ‘Delhi Belly’ For Raj Thackrey & His Friends

Famous politician Raj Thackeray walk in with Aamir Khan to Ketnav, a theatre where the star screened his latest production Delhi Belly, last night, it did not surprise us much. However, it did catch our eye.
“Raj found that many of his friends wanted to watch the film too. Hence he requested for a special screening. Aamir was too happy to oblige!” informed a source. “The actor however did not sit for the entire screening himself and decided to let Raj enjoy with his family and friends. They were cheering and clapping throughout the film!” added the source.
This is not the first time Aamir has organised screenings for Raj Thackray. He had earlier organised special screenings for his film Dhobi Ghat and Peepli Live for the politician.
And while the producer was busy organising shows for his friends, the three lead actors, Imran Khan, Vir Das and Kunaal Roy Kapoor were busy trying to ‘pencher’ their rivals at the box office in their unique way.
At a party, the lead trio sat down to sing a song from their film. And Vir Das tweeted the picture on Saturday tagging it ‘Pencher, pencher, pencher’. Well, they did manage to do that with a superb opening. Source
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Claudia Ciesla - The Latest Bollywood Item Girl

Actor Claudia Ciesla  sexy, the famous international star is all set to make it big in bollywood.
Claudia, who started out with Bengali film 10:10, and rose to national fame as a celebrity participant in the third season of ‘Bigg Boss’, has been busy finding a foothold in Bollywood.
She is reported to be part of an item song in bollywood.
The girl, who has been learning the filmi matkas and jhatkas for quite some time now, is aiming to do a sizzling item number.
Claudia, who is busy doing stage shows in different parts of the country and abroad said, “I’ve even performed with the likes of Shahrukh Khan and Katrina Kaif.” Source
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Delhi Belly Knockouts Bbudah…Hoga Terra Baap

It is time for all you Khan fans to celebrate. It was always expected that due to the popularity of D.K. Bose and Aamir’s (as always) innovative publicity that DELHI BELLY was going to score over BBUDDAH… HOGA TERRA BAAP. And that is exactly what has happened.
As per the initial reports, DELHI BELLY has opened to a 50- 70 percent start at city multiplexes and even 75-85 percent at high end metro multiplexes. The single screens though are lower at 35-45 percent. It is expected that the 32 crores (inclusive of print and publicity) DELHI BELLY will have a good weekend, netting in the region of 25 crores plus or so. Source
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Vivek Oberoi Speaks On His Understanding Wife

Vivek Oberoi is being every bit a hero for his wife Priyanka. Now married for a few months already, he appreciates the fact that the woman in his life is making it all just so perfect and complete.
“I have to agree on this,” Vivek turns all moony eyed here, “The kind of peace and the comfort feel I get when Priyanka is around is so soothing. She has brought just the kind of stability I needed in my life. A life partner is the one you need to bring you on the right path and in this aspect Priyanka has done so well in giving my life the kind of balance and stability that was required.”
Taking about his every day plans with his wife, Vivek gushes, “When I return from work, I look forward to a nice evening with her and my family. We have been going out on holidays together and though they may not be overtly flashy or extravagant, they bring us further together.”
He continues, “With her around, even mundane things becomes so much fun. I am so sure that getting married is the best decision that I have taken in my life. In Priyanka who is also a very good friend of mine, I have been lucky to find someone so supportive and understanding. When I wake up in the morning, I have a smile on my face and I pray before the almighty for making it all so beautiful. No wonder, his professional life too has seen an upswing over the months.”
“Thankfully some fabulous movies are happening for me,” he says, “There is this wide spectrum of roles which is making it all the more exciting. From playing an out-and-out baddie in KRRISH 2 to be a lead protagonist in an out-and-out hard hitting dramatic fare in ZILLA GHAZIABAD to a love story which would be announced soon, it has all been wonderful. The going couldn’t have been better.”
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Bipasha Basu’s Relationship Status Is Changed Again

It might come as a surprise to many but, there’s nothing more tempting than going on the rebound after one relationship ends. Bipasha did the same with Josh Hartnett after splitting with long-time boyfriend John Abraham.
The two spend the time together on set constructively and while he loved all the attention, she used him to divert her mind. But now Josh has gone back to ex-girlfriend Sophie Lie, Bips is feeling lost. A source reveals, “She misses him immensely and puts his photos on her Blackberry.
And when people ask her about him, all she does is blush and smile coyly.” Meanwhile we do know Bips has a secret man hidden away. Watch this space for more. Source
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