Bipasha Basu's new look!

When it comes to being experimental and gutsy, there is no female in Bollywood who can compete with Bipasha!

Known for initiating the short-is-in trend last year, the sultry actress is once again sporting a stunning short bob.

Absolutely chic and classy, her first public appearance with the new hair do was at the MTV Hero Honda Roadies event in Mumbai, which really made heads turn.

Adding the ultimate touch to Bipasha's new look, are the copper and reddish brown hair tones.

If you are wondering what prompted Bipasha to chop off her wavy locks even before it is summer, it was just the need for that 'change'.

It seems, Bips just called up Sapna Bhavnani - her hair stylist - and told her that she would drop in the next day to have a short crop. What followed was a two-hour session which ended up in Bips getting a trendy, classic bob cut!

"Bipasha is one of those few people in Bollywood who love to experiment with their hair. Also, what works in her favour is the fact that her hair is luscious, thick and silky.

Her attitude for style is unlike most of the other actresses who prefer to play safe with long hair. I am hopeful that Bipasha's bob will become a rage among fans in the coming season," says Sapna.

Ok Sapna, we'll see, if this hairstyle really becomes a rage!

Bollywood babes performing on New Year's Eve

It's that time of the year when everyone says Goodbye! to the year gone by and get all geared up to say Welcome! to the New Year.

In between the departure of the old year and the advent of New Year lies something like the midnight for which everyone waits with bated breath, to welcome the New Year with open arms.

For the urban crowd, the New Year celebrations include shelling out money in some of the 5 star mega structured hotels to see some of the Bollywood heroines, performing live.

But the flip side of the coin is that this money gets translated into a pot-full of moolah, for these heroines, and these pot-full goes to the tunes of anywhere between a few lakhs till crores, depending upon the saleability quotient of the star.

Bollywood Buzz brings to you an insight of the star-charges and the places where you can go star-hunting (with the damages, of course!)

Topping this year's pricey-list is none other than Bipasha Basu who will be performing at the JW Marriott, Juhu.

She is reportedly said to be charging a staggering Rs 90 lakhs!

The costs of the tickets are kept at Rs 11,500 per person (including taxes and food). But then, who needs booze when the intoxicating Bips is around!

Though some portion of the market says that the figures have just been exaggerated (and that the actual figures rest at Rs 72 lakhs), whereas the other portion of the market says that the figure quoted is lesser than what she is charging (and that the actual figures rest at a staggering Rs 1.23 crores!)

Rumors have it that come what may, Bipasha cannot be a Mallika Sherawat as the latter's pull is far greater than the former.

Bipasha Basu: Brand Ambassador for Kinetic-SYM

Bipasha Basu has the face, attitude, charm and sensuality to endorse any product and brand and take it to a new plane!

Bips is now the brand ambassador of Kinetic Motor's upcoming Kinetic-SYM scooter.

Bipasha portrays both ambition and confidence and hence she fits the bill.

She features in the advertising campaign for the Kinetic-SYM scooter on television, print, and internet. Outdoor campaigns and a special audio-visual that demonstrates the new scooter also features Bipasha.

Bipasha Basu: A Business woman?

Bipasha Basu has found a new craze - sports!

One isn't too sure if its Goal or sports-crazed boyfriend John Abraham that did this to her.

Anyway, ask her about her plans to launch some signature line just like John has done and she says, "There are no plans as of now. But in the future I might just do something."

And just what would that something be? "It would have to be a sportswear line of clothing," she says.

Let's see how long this 'goal' realization will take!

Bipasha to make her debut in Bengali cinema

Bipasha Basu, the actress of Bengali origin, will be making her debut in Bengali films now!

Rituparno Ghosh will be directing the film and Bipasha would be paired opposite Bengali actor Prasenjeet.

The shooting for the film would begin by next month although the film is yet to be named.

She was earlier supposed to do another film titled Draupadi with Rituparno Ghosh but nothing much has happened since the announcement.

Bipasha Basu: Sexiest Asian woman in the world!

Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu has been named the sexiest Asian woman in the world in 2007 by a leading London-based Asian newspaper.

Legendary Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit is the runner-up while last year's winner Priyanka Chopra is placed third by Eastern Eye newspaper.

The top ten women are - Bipasha Basu, Madhuri Dixit, Priyanka Chopra, Aishwarya Rai, Laila Rouass, Shilpa Shetty, Katrina Kaif, Kareena Kapoor, Lara Dutta and Iman Ali.

Commenting on her selection, Bipasha said, "I am glad I got the crown back and will try and hold onto it this time.

I think sexiness goes beyond just looks and is a total package, from your personality to the way you carry yourself in your every day life. I'm really grateful to whoever voted for me because I work very hard."

John-Bipasha shoot a music video for Goal

John Abraham and Bipasha Basu participated in a music video shoot in Mumbai's Future Studios for their upcoming next, Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal.

This video will be used for promotional purposes of the film and will also feature in the end credit titles.

Director Vivek Agnihotri says, "The song we shot is a very interesting one featuring the lead pair, John and Bipasha.


It begins with John trying to woo Bipasha but she keeps giving him a cold shoulder and he tries various tricks to win her heart. Ultimately, only when he comes back to her as a footballer, does she succumb to his charms."

Bipasha in Ben Kingsley's film on Taj Mahal

Bipasha Basu will be the second Bollywood actress to play an important role in Sir Ben Kingsley's Mughal epic.

The film, to be co-produced by Kingsley, will have the British actor himself essaying the role of Shahjahan while Aishwarya Rai will play his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

Sir Ben wants Bipasha Basu to play Shahjahan's daughter Jahan Ara Begum, who looked after her ailing father after he was imprisoned in his old age (by son Aurangzeb) in a citadel from where he continuously gazed at Taj Mahal, the monument of love he had got built for his love Mumtaz .

It is learnt that Kingsley talked about this project with Bipasha when they came together to host the New Seven Wonders event in Lisbon in July this year.

Bipasha has reportedly agreed to be a part of the project but her dates are yet to be sorted out.

The movie will go on the floors early next year and will be shot in Agra and Fatehpur Sikri.

Bipasha Basu bags 2 Hollywood projects

Bollywood hottie Bipasha Basu is all set to make her presence felt in Hollywood now!

Bipasha caught the attention of many people throughout the world when she hosted the New Seven Wonders of the World event in Lisbon in July with Hollywood stars Hilary Swank and Ben Kingsley.

After that, Bipasha signed Simone Sheffield as her manager in Hollywood. Simone is already the international manager of Aishwarya Rai.

Talking about Bipasha 's foray into Hollywood, Simone told a Mumbai-based tabloid that Bipasha will work in two English movies to be made by prominent Hollywood studios.

Simone further adds that Bipasha has got another Hollywood offer on the table but things are not yet finalized because the male star of the film is still to be decided.

While Simone refuses to reveal anything about these projects, there is a rumor going around that Bipasha is being considered for a plum role in the future episodes of famous TV series Lost.

Of late, Bollywood beauties have begun catching a lot of attention in Hollywood.

Aishwarya Rai is already working in Pink Panther 2. Mallika Sherawat will be seen as a Muslim woman in Unveiled. Celina Jaitely also signed a Hollywood project recently.

Porn Film maker wants Bipasha!

Richard Menon, an Indian- American porn filmmaker says if given a chance he would like to approach the dusky Bollywood actor Bipasha Basu for one of his movies!

"She has everything, beauty, class, smartness and professionalism. For an Indian gal, I would like to do a soft core film showing her real beauty," said Richard.

When CNN-IBN tried to get in touch with Bipasha, they were told she doesn't want to say anything and create another controversy.

"After Saif and soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo 's link up, Bipasha is off press, she has nothing to comment on this," says her friend.

Porn czar Menon thinks India is slowly opening up to the porn industry, which is so far illegal in the country.

"Things are changing. Playboy is here. Debonair has been there for decades. Royal Magazine has just made its entry and there are dozens of Indian porn sites managed by Indians on the Internet. I guess a new genre of soft porn films may develop in Bollywood if someone takes the lead."

UTV has extensive promotion plans for John-Bipasha starrer Goal

Real life lovers John Abraham and Bipasha Basu will travel across India to promote their upcoming movie Goal.

As per the promotional strategy, John will begin visiting several schools and colleges across India in the coming weeks. During these visits, John will interact with young students and will also play football with them.

Bipasha Basu and other members of the cast will also join John in some of these visits, depending on their availability.

It is learnt that after the success of Yashraj Films' presentation Chak De India, folks at UTV are keen to promote Goal in a big way.

The film has both John and Arshad playing football players. Bipasha plays their team's medic. Boman Irani plays the coach.


Goal has been directed by Vivek Agnihotri and will hit the theatres in October.

Bipasha Basu to feature in mobile games

Mobile gamers and fans of Bipasha Basu have a lot to look forward to.

Games publishing company Jump Games announced its two-year, worldwide contract with her to create and distribute a serial of mobile games featuring the glamorous Bollywood actor.

The first game of the series will be titled Bipasha Basu Jet Ski Champ.

In the game Bipasha will be seen as a master Jet Ski rider challenging the world's best to an adrenalin-pumping jet-ski ride across exotic circuits.

"This is something novel for me and I am looking forward to a fruitful gamming association with Jump Games. Through these games my fans will get to see the athletic, adventurous and skillful side of me," said Bipasha, who is an avid sports fan.

In India, Jump's games can be accessed and played on networks like Hutch, Idea, BSNL and Reliance World.

John, Bips team up for an item number

The much-in-the-news Bipasha-John pair is very much together.

Though the duo refuses to comment on their relationship, Bipasha Basu confirmed they have come together for a sizzling item song in Anurag Kashyap's No Smoking.


"I don't think I want to talk about my personal life any more. What's happening there is for me to know. But, yes, John and I have come together professionally again after Goal, this time with an item song in Anurag Kashyap's No Smoking," Bipasha said.

What about the danger of being branded an item girl?

"When have I cared about my image?" Bipasha shrugged. "And besides I've full faith in the intelligence of the film industry, also my audiences. By now they know what I'm capable of, and it's not just items."

Are John-Bips together again?

There may be a huge controversy on Bipasha Basu and John Abraham's current relationship status, but here's a little bit of news we couldn't keep from you.

Even while the rest of the world was speculating and debating whether John and Bips are together or not, they were spotted sitting together at a suburban eatery as if the controversy never happened!

Those sitting around cast inquisitive glances in their direction, but the duo was not perturbed. Confused? We'll soon have Bips and John clarify this, shall we?

What about the supposed split? Or has the bonding reached such a stage that they're getting back together?

Now, that would certainly be a reason to celebrate, considering the goodwill these two share.

Well, the last word will be yours, Johnny boy and Bips!

Bipasha gets intimate with Saif!

Bipasha Basu and Saif Ali Khan have just shot an intense lovemaking sequence for their forthcoming film, Race.

A hush-hush affair, apparently, all crew members except for the director duo, Abbas Mustan, and the cinematographer were asked to leave the sets, when these scenes were being shot.

Says a crew member, "They've just shot this extremely steamy sequence. Saif and Bipasha were quite comfortable with each other."

The lovemaking sequence is a part of a song.

Bipasha to endorse Kinetic-SYM scooter

Bipasha Basu has been signed on by two wheeler manufacturer Kinetic Motor as brand ambassador.

Though she can be the ambassador for all Kinetic brands, she would primarily be seen endorsing the upcoming Kinetic-SYM scooter, slated for launch next month.

She is viewed as a woman who has made it on her own merit and signifies the independent modern woman.

Especially her role in the movie Corporate was found to be the favourite portrayal of today's professional woman, and clinched her selection as the brand ambassador for Kinetic.

It's Official: John-Bipasha call it quits!

Bong bombshell Bipasha and John Abraham have finally called it quits.

According to a report from the Times Group's news channel Times Now, they have separated. The channel quotes close friends of the couple Rocky S.

Bipasha has apparently told her close friend, "I am single for the first time in ten years."

First it was Dino, then it was Saif and of course lately it was soccer superstar Ronaldo - it was clear that Bipasha Basu was a woman on the prowl.

While she and John did their best to pretend for a period of time that all were well, it looks like the burden finally got to Bips.

Kareena Kapoor: Hollywood Calling?

After Aishwarya, Bipasha and Celina, it's the turn of Bollywood's new wonder girl and hot flavour of the year, Kareena to go to Hollywood!

A source - close to the actress - informed that Bebo has been approached by two leading Hollywood agencies.

"They will seal the deal as soon as the writers strike in Hollywood ends. They are just waiting for that to announce their project with Kareena in lead," informs the source.

Meanwhile, Kareena is refusing to comment, on her proposed Hollywood project.

Saif getting married to Kareena?

Saif Ali Khan recently got his new lady love Kareena Kapoor's name tattooed on his arm and now, Chotte Nawab is planning to take his relationship to the next level.

There are reports that the actor is planning to marry Kareena by the end of this year!

It is not known if Kareena, who is at the peak of her career, would like to settle down so soon. Saif is currently in Greece with Kareena Kapoor, where they are shooting for their upcoming movie, Tashan.

Saif and Kareena have been together since October last year, when Kareena broke her four year old relationship with Shahid Kapoor.

Saif has had bitter experiences with marriage.

He had been earlier married to Amrita Singh, who was twelve years elder to him, and has two children from her. The duo, however, split in 2004.

He then dated Italian model Rozza, what proved to be another short lived affair. The actor now plans to give up on his playboy image and wishes to settle down with Kareena, by the end of this year.

But the question remains: Is Kareena willing to tie the knot at the peak of her career?

Saif Ali Khan gets Kareena Kapoor tattooed over!

It seems Saif Ali Khan is seeking inspiration from English footballer, David Beckham's famous Victoria tattoo!

As a tribute to his three-month-old girlfriend Kareena Kapoor, the suave actor has now tattooed her name on his left forearm!

Saif has apparently been planning to get the tattoo for last couple of weeks. He has been browsing through various calligraphic styles to finalize the shape of the tattoo.

Last week, on Thursday, the actor finally took the decision and walked into Hakim's Alim in Bandra, Mumbai and sat for a three hour session to get Kareena's name tattooed in Devanāgarī, an ancient Indian language.

The tattoo was reportedly done in indelible ink.

Presently, Saif and Kareena are in Greece to holiday for a few days, before resuming the shooting of Tashan.

Kareena Kapoor wants to be trimmer in 2008

If you thought Kareena was slim enough, let us tell you that the actress hopes to lose more weight in 2008!

"I want to lose more weight, I really want to see myself slimmer in 2008," said Bebo, who was shooting on the sets of Golmaal Returns.

Well, the gorgeous gal is seen and heard now, but with further weight loss, one wonders if she'll be seen at all!!

Salman and Kareena in Sohail Khan's Mr and Mrs Khanna

Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor have finally decided to bury the hatchet.

The duo will be seen together in Sohail Khan Production's Mr and Mrs Khanna.

Mr and Mrs Khanna marks the debut of Prem Soni as a director. He is responsible for bringing Kareena and Salman together. Soni played the mediator and convinced Salman and Kareena to do his film.

Salman and Kareena weren't on talking terms for a long time. The situation got awkward between them after the Rockstar Concert happened in 2006. Shahid Kapoor - who was Kareena's boyfriend then - was a part of the concert along with Salman.

During the concert, Shahid tried to teach Salman a few dance steps. Salman, who is otherwise known for being an amiable person, did not take this too well as he expected Shahid to respect him for his seniority.

After that incident, Salman and Shahid had serious differences.

Salman has enough experience about performing live on stage. As he is a senior actor, he did not like Shahid trying to teach him to dance. This incident put Kareena in a tricky situation as Salman was Kareena and her sister Karishma's good friend. But, Kareena chose to side with Shahid rather than Salman.

Priyadarshan's Kyon Ki was the last film in which Salman and Kareena starred together.

Heyy Bebo: Kareena in Sajid Khan's next film

Heyy Babyy's success has only prompted filmmaker Sajid Khan to aim higher.

Khan, who is presently working on a hush-hush script, is apparently in talks with Kareena Kapoor for his next.

Sources indicate that Sajid is extremely fond of Kareena and when he approached her with a rough draft, she readily agreed.

"I'm making a laugh riot again. Writing is underway, and the film is yet untitled," he says. When quizzed about signing Kareena he says, "Of course, I would like to work with her. We are good friends and she gave one of the best performances this year in Jab We Met."

The trade buzz is that Kareena now wants to dabble in comedies, and she has been looking out for good comedy scripts. Sajid Khan's film will be produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and if all goes well, this will be Kareena's second film with the Nadiadwala banner.

She had earlier signed Kambakht Ishq, which features Akshay Kumar and will be directed by debutante director Sabir Khan.

Kareena Kapoor to endorse Anne French

Wyeth Consumer Healthcare, manufacturer of hair remover cream Anne French, has roped in Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor as its Brand Ambassador.

Kareena Kapoor says, "I have always trusted Anne French to make my skin beautiful. I have used Anne French hair removers regularly for quite sometime now. Its convenient packing makes it easy to carry & use."

An Anne French spokesperson said, "We welcome the entry of Kareena Kapoor to the Anne French family. Her appointment will go a long way in reinforcing the Indian woman's continuing trust in us as her preferred hair remover."

Kareena talks about her career, marriage and Saif

After she delivered the hit Jab We Met with 'ex' Shahid Kapoor, Kareena has regained her status as the No 1 actress in Bollywood and is now drawing a whopping Rs 3.5 crore per film!

This is the highest amount being paid to any Bollywood actress.

Kareena's future projects include films like Tashan with Akshay Kumar and Saif, Kambhakht Ishq with Akshay again, Golmaal Returns with Ajay Devgan, Agent Vinod with Saif, another with John Abraham and Karan Johar's next.

Here's the latest interview she gave to TOI's Afsana Ahmed in which she talk about her career, marriage and Saif.

"I have always dabbled and experimented with various kinds of roles. Be it in Omkara, Jab We Met or Chameli, I have experimented. Guess my patience and hard work paid off," laughs Kareena adding, "but honestly, I don't believe in this numbers game. The industry does it. I am happy doing what I do best, giving 250 per cent before the camera."

Kareena disagrees that the new high in her profession has anything to do with the love of her life.

Everyone says Saif is proving to be her good luck charm, but Kareena said, "If people believe that - it's great. But personally, I feel love has got nothing to do with it. By saying this people discount the hard work put in by me and the entire crew and cast of the films I have done.

I would say all the risks and challenges that I have taken as an actress have paid off. Encouraged, I shall venture into newer zones in my work area now."

She swore that it's work and her career that drive her more than anything.

"I am highly ambitious. My strength, my confidence and everything else stems from my ability to work hard in my career which is the pivotal point of focus in my life. It's beyond everything," Kareena stated.

Even beyond love?

"They are two different compartments," she retorted.

Has she thought about marriage?

"Every woman dreams of marriage and having children. I am no exception. But at this point I am too young to think about it. We will take each year as it comes, not each day as it comes."

But, yes, she does credit Saif for being extremely supportive in her career.

"Both Saif and I met at a time when we are comfortable in our respective careers. We have put in so much hard work and he understands that. He is a wonderful guy. He is not only supportive of my career, but he supports me in everything I do," she said with pride.

Has she met his family?

"Not as yet. When the time comes, I will do it."

Kareena pairs up with John..finally!

Kareena Kapoor and John Abraham, who have been at loggerheads ever since she called the sexy hunk 'expressionless' on Karan Johar's chat show, have surprised all by signing a film together!

The two are working together for the first time as part of a three-film deal that a production house has with Bebo.

"Kareena would have done the film irrespective of who is cast opposite her. If it's John, so be it. She's more interested in her role than the hero opposite her," informs a source.

However, it was the remuneration that reportedly made Kareena give her nod. "The deal is almost a 2 crore package. That's high for an actress by industry standards," said an insider.

It's not only John that Kareena rubbed the wrong way.

Bipasha Basu and she were reportedly involved in a cat-fight during the making of Ajnabee because the feisty Kapoor gal had called the Bong bombshell a kaali billi (yikes!), a comment that didn't go down well with Bips. And the cold war only worsened after Kareena made that dig about John.

So, one can only wonder how the chemistry between hot Kareena and cool John will work out.

But with the promise of so much sizzle and fireworks on the sets, their chemistry might just set the screens ablaze!

Shahid-Kareena: Still friends?

Not all Bollywood's love stories have a happy ending. Shahid and Kareena's is a living example.

Though the duo has ended their four-year-old relationship, they have been going around saying, "We are still friends and remain in touch with each other."

So far, so good for them. But, when it comes to doing movies together, they are simply shying away.

We guess they still can't differentiate between professional and personal lives!

Kareena Kapoor in Head & Shoulders music video

Though Kareena was last seen in an item song - It's Rocking - for the film Kya Love Story Hai she now features in a private music video for the first time for Head & Shoulders (she is the Brand Ambassador for H&S)

The video is directed by Sangeeth Sivan and is produced by Saregama India Ltd.

The song Bedhadak Bade Nazdikiyan showcases Kareena getting up close and intimate with special close-ups of the hair clearly promoting Head & Shoulders . The entire shoot is done with a combination of white and black in mind.

Kareena looks cool in the video with an international look.

Singer Suzanne has sung the track, which was composed by Pritam, who incidentally had even composed the songs of Jab We Met.

It has become a trend these days for companies to present their starry ambassadors in a unique manner!

Kareena all set to star in the next RK film

The much anticipated event in Bollywood has just happened!

Kareena Kapoor is all set to star in an RK banner film!

After much consideration, the famed trio of the Kapoor khaandaan: Randhir, Rishi and Rajiv are now all set to work on a youthful breezy romantic comedy early next year.

News is that the script has been finalized and the screenplay is in its final stages. An ecstatic Randhir Kapoor confirmed the news and said that he was indeed making a film with Bebo (as Kareena is fondly called).

News is also strife that there is another film with Ranbir Kapoor which is being planned simultaneously under the RK banner. Randhir Kapoor said that both the films are to start at the same time next year.

Post Jab we Met and Shahid Kapoor, life seems to be smiling on this youngest Kapoor girl in full swing.

As they say, it's better to be Saif, rather be sorry!

Kareena to be seen in bikini in Tashan!

What's up with today's heroines?

It seems that irrespective of whatever amount of substantial roles they must have done in their careers, it is only when they do a bikini scene (coz the script demands it/ has been shot aesthetically etc.), their careers seem to be reaching a crescendo or maybe at least they like to believe it.

After the likes of Tanisha and Bipasha testing the waters of the bikini land in films like Neal N Nikki and Dhoom 2 respectively, the radar has now turned towards Kareena Kapoor, who is all set to wear a bikini for Yash Raj Films' Tashan.

The shoot is being scheduled for February 2008, for which she is reportedly preparing herself to be in shape.

After all, a good figure on screen will fetch you good figures off-screen (read Box Office collections).

It's Official: Saif-Kareena are seeing each other!

Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan has finally admitted dating Kareena Kapoor.

At Manish Malhotra's fashion show for the Lakme Fashion Week, Saif admitted to his relationship with Kareena saying, "Yes, we are not exactly shouting from the rooftops but yes, clearly we are together. And we are happy together."

Reports of a romantic linkup between 27-year-old Kareena and 37-year-old Saif first surfaced while the two were shooting for Yashraj Films ' Tashan on locations in Ladakh and Rajasthan.

Saif had been single for months now, since his break-up with girlfriend Rozza, and has since been linked to Bipasha Basu and Dia Mirza.

As their romance intensified, Kareena unceremoniously dumped Shahid Kapoor in August end, while he was shooting in Toronto, Canada.

Aishwarya with Bachchan

Now it can be told.

The now on-then off World Tour by the Bachchans - featuring Amitabh, Abhishek, Aishwarya and possibly even Jaya - is finally taking place this July!

The family is waiting for the release of Ram Gopal Varma's Sarkar Raj - in which Abhishek and Aishwarya play business rivals - before packing their bags and taking off.

The first leg of the tour will take the Bachchans, to Europe and North America, over July and August.

They will then travel elsewhere, covering 25 cities in all.

Hrithik Roshan and Akshay Kumar - who were star attractions in the original line-up - have opted out because they had no dates to offer.

Instead, the Bachchans now have Bipasha Basu, Lara Dutta and Ritesh Deshmukh - among their entertainers - for the tour.

An excited Ash said, "It's always wonderful to be on stage with Abhishek and Pa (the Big B).

I remember what fun it was, when we did Kajra Re for an awards function, two years ago. That one act, was a fantastic rock concert by itself. Now going on stage as Amitji's daughter-in-law and Abhishek's wife, will be doubly fantastic!

We really do have a good time. I've watched Pa's earlier concerts, he rivets the audience, while Abhishek has a blast. All three of us love live shows, because we genuinely enjoy music and dance. So the world tour is going to be a grand party, on stage!"

Aishwarya Rai to pen down an autobiography?

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan might tell her life story, through a book!

Life has been a roller coaster ride for Aishwarya Rai, ever since her fortunes were turned around with her winning of Miss World.

After that, the doe-eyed beauty carved a niche for herself in Hindi film industry, and went through many personal upheavals, before finding the man of her dreams in hubby, Abhishek Bachchan.

It is a life worth documenting and many authors and publishing houses have been approaching Aishwarya repeatedly, with offers of doing a book on her life.

So far, Ash hasn't given her nod to anyone.

Ash's manager - Hari Singh - has told a Mumbai tabloid that Ash might write her biography, instead of giving the job to someone else.

Singh says, "Ash has been fond of making notes about events in her life in a personal diary. There is a possibility that the material in this diary, might one day, be given the shape of an autobiographical book."

Reports go on to suggest that Ash might take the help of her writer mother Vrinda Rai, in this authorial venture of hers.

Abhishek-Aishwarya coming together in Mani Ratnam's next

While poor onscreen chemistry was a major cause of concern between Abhishek and Aishwarya after Umrao Jaan's failure, things seem to have changed post Guru.

Post their wedding, they will be seen together for the first time in Ram Gopal Varma's Sarkar Raj.

And now Guru's director, Mani Ratnam has offered them another film.

It is a known fact that, Abhishek and Aishwarya share an excellent rapport with Mani Ratnam. When he expressed his desire to work with the couple once again, they agreed immediately.

Aishwarya's business manager - Hari Singh - confirms the development saying, "Yes, it's true that Aishwarya and Abhishek have given their consent to Mani Ratnam, for his next. The film will commence this year."

This romantic film will have interesting roles for this couple.

Mani Ratnam has his script ready and once he gets the dates from the actors, he will announce the project soon.

Aishwarya Rai gets candid on Valentine's Day

It's Valentine's Day and love is in the air.

More so for Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan and hubby Abhishek, who are celebrating their first Valentine together, as a married couple.

And though tight-lipped about their plans for the day, Aishwarya says that her approach to such days is simple.

"Every day is a simple day and every day is a celebration. What you make of every moment is what it's all about."

Admitting that she's as curious as we are to know what the day will bring, she recalls the previous year's Valentine's Day when their affair was surrounded with speculation and rumours.

"It was a very special time for us, as we were engaged. But it was quite hectic. I was shooting for Jodhaa Akbar and working full throttle.

Going up and down to Karjat and knowing that marriage was not too far away, I was working at it all - completing the film and our marriage preparations," she reminisces.

So, what's her idea of a perfect romantic date?
"Togetherness is perfect, whatever the setting," says the Bachchan bahu.

And who's the more romantic of the two?
"I really don't know," she blushes, adding, "We don't get into all this. We are just very happy with each other and I think that in itself says a lot."

And what is the most romantic thing Abhishek's done for her?
"Well, he proposed to me! To want to spend the rest of our lives together is by far, the most romantic thing, I could've experienced. It is very special, very real," says the actress.

Is there anything she would want to change in him?
"Currently there is nothing that I need to change in him," comes the reply.

And what is the one thing she really loves about him?
"It's difficult to put it down to one thing. I just love him and that's why I'm married to him," she gushes.

"He's all rolled into one - a fabulous actor, a great husband and an excellent friend. I love him. He is the best in everything he does or is," she says flashing a dazzling smile.

Aishwarya is not doing Shankar's Robot

It was officially announced that Aishwarya was to play Rajinikanth's lead lady in Shankar's Robot, but it is official now that the former Miss World is no more part of the project!

So what could be the reason behind the twist in the tale?

Well, there are two versions:

# The first is that, Aishwaya Rai Bachchan is pregnant!

Could it be that, this lovely star has turned down the offer, because she is expecting her first child and, has hence decided against a project which is scheduled to start only later this year?

Until the Bachchans decide to release the pregnancy news (if any) officially, we'll have to wait!

# The second version is that, Ash was offered a sum less than she desired, so she declined the role in a huff!

Yes, it was earlier said that, she had been offered a whopping Rs 6 crore, for her role and that she had been okay with it. Now the talk is that, the actual offer was much less and not astronomical enough, for Ash's taste.

No matter which version is true, the definite part about the news is that Ash is indeed out of Robot.

So who is Shankar trying to rope in now? Deepika Padukone!

Will Deepika be willing to pick up where Ash left off?

Aishwarya turns producer with the Hollywood project, Bhopal Movie

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is all set to act and play the role of an executive producer for the Hollywood project, Bhopal Movie.

The film is based on the story of a young woman's search for her father - a plant manager on duty - on the night of the disaster in Bhopal.

Aishwarya will be seen playing the lead in the film and her co-stars include Irrfan Khan, Anupam Kher, Shobana and Seema Biswas amongst others.

The movie was announced outside the Union Carbide factory on the 20th anniversary of the tragedy on 3 December, 2004 and is now in its scripting stage.

It is being directed by debutant Zachary Coffin, who acted alongside Angelina Jolie in A Mighty Heart.

Stay tuned in!

In the name of Ash: Bachchans open girls’ school in Uttar Pradesh

The Bachchans - Amitabh Bachchan along with wife Jaya Bachchan, son Abhishek Bachchan and daughter in law Aishwairya Rai Bachchan - were in Daulatpur village in Barabanki disctrict, Uttar Pradesh to lay the foundation stone for a girls' school named after the Bachchan bahu.

The school - which is named Shrimati Aishwarya Bachchan Kanya Mahavidyalaya - is the very first in that area, sprawling across 3.5 acres of land bought specifically for this purpose.

In her very first public address, Aishwarya said, "I was a little hesitant when the family decided to name the school after me. Since, there are so many other seniors in the family already.

I think it would have been more appropriate to name it after them. But now that they have convinced me, my only hope is to ensure that I can live up to their expectations."

In addition to the Bachchan family, a number of UNPA leaders including former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister - Mulayam Singh Yadav and Senior SP leader and close friend of the Bachchans - Amar Singh, also attended the ceremony.

Aishwarya launches Lux Provocateur

Lux Provocateur - Hindustan Unilever's latest offering - is all set to capture women's unfettered imagination.

A fairyland glitzy and fun event marked the launch of Lux Provocateur in Mumbai yesterday by Bollywood's reigning queen, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.

Lux Provocateur is a seductive bathing bar with a bold fragrance that reminds one of black roses and violets!

The black fragrant soap - encased in bold and shiny black - met its ideal match in Lux Ambassador - Aishwarya Rai Bachchan - where the tantalising aroma of the unusual black bars complemented the mysterious and remote beauty of Aishwarya.

Launching the Lux Provocateur, Aishwarya said that the black soap bar was reminiscent of a bygone era of delicate, elusive scents, and women who seductively commanded attention by their mystery.

Aishwarya opposite Rajnikanth in Shankar's Robot

It is almost certain that India's most sought after actress - Aishwarya Rai Bachchan - has signed the mega movie Robot, directed by Shankar.

Aishwarya Rai will play the lead role opposite India's biggest superstar, Rajnikanth.

According to the latest buzz going around in tinsel town, the deal was struck yesterday (Jan 23) noon. It is said that, Aishwarya would be paid a whopping amount of Rs 1.5 crore for the film.

The amount - if confirmed - will be the highest salary received by an actress in India!

Stay tuned in!