Abhishek follows Saif; Get Aishwarya’s name tattooed on wrist

After Saif Ali Khan and Hrithik Roshan, it’s junior Bachchan who is all set to take the help of a tattoo express his love for the charming wife-Aishwarya Rai. Abhishek is planning to declare his feelings for wife Aishwarya Rai by getting her name tattooed on his wrist.

While Saif got ‘Kareena’ tattooed on his arm, Abhi seems to following Hrithik’s way of doing it for Suzanne, for he too wants to get it done on the wrist for Ash. Abhishek, who is busy shooting for ‘Ravana’ plans to get the tattoo done as soon as he returns to Mumbai.

Well, this seems to be becoming the latest trend for expressing love as far as our love smitten B-town hunks are concerned.

Aishwarya Rai to go for parenthood next year

The dashing couple of bollywood, Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan are all set to go the family way. The dazzling twosome, it seems, have decided to go for parenthood next year as they dedicate this year to finishing off all pending jobs and assignments.

If the rumours are to be believed, Ash has been keeping busy this year as she plans to go for motherhood next year. The actress aims to seal all her projects to give full priority to her family.

The two feel pressurised into starting a family. Besides the relatives and the overtly curious media, the two are often dumbfounded when strangers come up to them and ask such personal questions.

“The two of them are fed up of relatives, strangers and relative strangers asking them when the stork is visiting. It’s as if their parenthood is a public issue. Even when they are at airports waiting to board flights, over-exuberant ladies rush to them with an inquisitive look on their eager faces. Even before these fans open their mouth, Abhishek knows exactly what the question is, and he gets visibly annoyed. Aishwarya handles such over-inquisitive attention far more graciously.”

But now, Aishwarya feels naturally inclined to start a family. The actress is busy working round-the-clock to complete her topnotch films including Vipul Shah’s ‘Action Replay’, Shankar’s ‘Robot’, Mani Ratnam’s ‘Raavan’ and Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Guzaarish’ for which she starts shooting in Goa in August, followed by Abhinay Deo’s ‘Crooked’.

Sonam Kapoor to play Sahibaan

Bollywood hottie Sonam Kapoor is making the right moves in showbiz by taking Bollywood by storm.

After winning accolades for her notable performance in “Saawariya” and “Delhi 6” Sonam has become a name to be reckoned. She is now been considered for plum roles. Sonam is all set to play ‘Sahibaan’ in a silver screen adaptation of "Mirza-Sahibaan", to be made by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra.

The idea of making ‘Sahibaan’ came to Rakeysh during the shoot of ‘Delhi 6’. Rakeysh used to address Sonam as `Bittu`, the character she played in ‘Delhi 6’. Then suddenly one day he started calling Sonam `Sahibaan`. At first Sonam was baffled by this new name from Rakeysh. But as the historical perspective and the literary antecedents of the character began to seep in, Sonam grew excited about the project and began to pester Rakeysh about the project.

The actor playing the role of ‘Mirza’ is yet unknown, but rumours have it that actor Abhishek Bachchan will play Sahibaan’s lover.

Abhishek dumps Aishwarya for Parker

Two of the most glamorous women in the world, Aishwarya Rai and Eva Longoria of Desperate Housewives bonded well at the 62nd Cannes film festival where they walked the red carpet as representatives of L'Oreal.

If this was not enough, Abhishek Bachchan too had a ball with Eva's husband, popular basketball player, Tony Parker.

Tony and Abhishek got on like house on fire at their first meeting.

Abhishek has been a basketball player in school and is a huge NBA fan too.

So when he met NBA player Tony, Abhishek's joy knew no bounds.

All they did was talk about basketball leaving the pretty women dumbfounded.

Big B says no to Projects with Dear Son Abhishek

Bollywood is finding it hard to believe but it appears to be true that superstar Amitabh Bachchan has refused to work with beloved son Abhishek in the much-awaited flick ‘Aladin’.

Sujoy Ghosh, the director of Aladin wanted to rope in Abhishek Bachchan for Aladin. Sujoy had narrated the film’s script to Big B, after which Big B requested Sujoy not to cast Abhishek in the role. Instead he recommended Riteish Deshmukh for the same.

Amitabh wishes to work with fresh faces in filmdom so has requested Sujoy not to cast Abhishek for the role Big B supposedly said that since he and his son are already working together in ‘Pa’, he is looking forward to work with someone else this time.

Abhishek Bachchan chosen Best Brand Ambassador of the year

Abhishek Bachchan was declared the Best Brand Ambassador of the Year at the NDTV Techlife Awards 2009. The award acknowledges lifestyle products, gadgets and best technologies that have made a difference in India today and change the world.

Nominations were called from all brands for various categories like Mobile phone of the year, Gadget Eye candy award for the best style and design and Best Celebrity Endorsement etc

On winning the award, Abhishek Bachchan said, "It is a great honour to win the title of 'Best Brand Ambassador' for the IDEA & Motorola campaigns. The IDEA campaign carries a socially relevant message in today's commercial environment and the brilliant concept of encouraging two way communications between the government and people has connected with millions across India".

Abhishek Bachchan is the Best Brand Ambassador of the year

Abhishek Bachchan was declared the Best Brand Ambassador of the Year at the NDTV Techlife Awards 2009. The award acknowledges lifestyle products, gadgets and best technologies that have made a difference in India today and change the world.

Nominations were called from all brands for various categories like Mobile phone of the year, Gadget Eye candy award for the best style and design and Best Celebrity Endorsement etc

On winning the award, Abhishek Bachchan said, "It is a great honour to win the title of 'Best Brand Ambassador' for the IDEA & Motorola campaigns. The IDEA campaign carries a socially relevant message in today's commercial environment and the brilliant concept of encouraging two way communications between the government and people has connected with millions across India".

Aishwarya Rai ditches Rajeev Menon

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had convinced her husband Abhishek Bachchan to play the lead opposite her in Kandokondein which is director Rajeev Menon’s upcoming film. She was very impressed with Menon’s script. However, she didn’t take much time to go back on her word and betray the director as soon as another opportunity came along which she considered as much better.

Abhinay Deo, who is directing Aamir Khan produced Delhi Belly, approached the Bachchan couple for his next film. Since Deo is a name to look out for, Abhishek and Aishwarya instantly gave him their nod of approval. Their dates, which were initially given to Menon were shifted to Deo’s film. Menon is still reeling under what has happened as his entire project is now caught in a rut.

Abhishek Bachchan to play Tansen

Sooraj Barjatya is all set for a grandiose project – a Satish Kaushik directed bio-epic based on the life of Tansen, a musician-singer who entertained Emperor Akbar during 16th century.

Incidentally, the last film based on musician-singer prodigy Tansen was made way back in pre independence era in 1943.KL Saigal played the lead role in the film and Jayanti Desai had directed the film.

In today’s scenario, Himesh Reshammiya is the only singer who acts and Kaushik did consider Himesh for the project but Barjatyas, shot down the idea. But finally it was Abhishek Bachchan who was proposed to do the film and he accepted.
Abhishek was the final choice for Tansen. “He has the look and intensity. He also has the dialogue delivery of his father. And we do need a Tansen who thinks in Hindi and talks the language fluently,” said Satish.

With Abhishek entering the Barjatyas camp, the new entrant eliminates Salman and Hrithik, known to be the favourites of Barjatyas and equal contenders for the role. In order to recreate the classical element in the music, Barjatyas have roped in the talented Ravindra Jain who has given hit background score in ‘Chit Chor’ and ‘Geet Gata Chal’.

Abhishek Bachchan to play dad to Amitabh Bachchan

Whenever superstar Amitabh Bachchan has played the dad’s role , he has done very well and has received much appreciation . The Indian audience seems to love him for his grey look as much he was loved in his younger days.

But now he is all set to act as a son and guess what his real son Abhishek Bachchan will play the role of his father in R Balakrishnan’s next film- Pa.

R Balakrishnan who was also the director of ‘Cheeni Kum’, will be portraying Big B in a very interesting and challenging role. Amitabh is playing a man who ages really fast and hence looks far older than his actual age. To do justice to the role, a special make-up artist is responsible for Amitabh’s look in the film.

Well, Abhishek playing Amitabh’s father sound really interesting!

Abhishek Bachchan-Priyanka Chopra-Dostana ends

Dainty beauty Priyanka Chopra is in her best of moods these days. The cause of her foul mood is none other than her Dost - Abhishek Bachchan. Known for her soberness and politically correct statements, Priyanka showed her wilder side, as she got feisty with good friend Abhishek Bachchan.

The duo got engaged in a bitter war of words with Priyanka walking off on Abhishek at the 54th Idea Filmfare awards. The gorgeous twosome has a tiff over a petty song. Priyanka was approached to perform at the Filmfare awards which she agreed upon and had presented her choice of songs. But to her dismay Abhishek too was doing a number for the event decided to groove on the same song.

Priyanka selected the track first. Later, Abhishek also wanted the same song as he was performing after a long time and wanted to get jiggy on this particular track.

With Abhishek to willing to budge, Priyanka decided to take the high road and let go of her act.

Priyanka Chopra- Abhishek Bachchan- Dostana ends

Bollywood top star Priyanka Chopra is in her best of moods these days. The cause of her foul mood is none other than her Dost - Abhishek Bachchan. Known for her soberness and politically correct statements, Priyanka showed her wilder side, as she got feisty with good friend Abhishek Bachchan.

The duo got engaged in a bitter war of words with Priyanka walking off on Abhishek at the 54th Idea Filmfare awards. The gorgeous twosome has a tiff over a petty song. Priyanka was approached to perform at the Filmfare awards which she agreed upon and had presented her choice of songs. But to her dismay Abhishek too was doing a number for the event decided to groove on the same song.

Priyanka selected the track first. Later, Abhishek also wanted the same song as he was performing after a long time and wanted to get jiggy on this particular track.

With Abhishek to willing to budge, Priyanka decided to take the high road and let go of her act.

Delhi 6 Premiere Pics

Does Konkona play a Lesbian?

The gay/lesbian element has been the perfect recipe for the success of a film of late.There has been thalks that Konkona Sen Sharma is playing a lesbian in the latest flick 'The President Is Coming'.

But the fact is that it was nothing but a marketing strategy. It's shocking to know the extent to which filmmakers go to generate hype around a film. And surprisingly though Konkona has no problems with this strategy. She's certainly learnt the tricks of the business.

There was a similar misconseption among the audiences about 'Dostana'. The press kept saying John and Abhishek were playing homosexuals in the film but reality was quite different, as everyone discovered on the release of the film. Konkona's character is quite similar. She plays a woman who pretends to be lesbian in order to make things easier.

One may wonder how happy gay rights groups would be about this increasingly frequent portrayal of homosexuality as a way out of trouble.

Incidentally, 'The President Is Coming' was supposed to release much earlier, but had to be postponed due to the 26/11 terror attacks.

Dilli 6 promos released in Dubai

The promos of one of the most buzzed about movie Dilli 6 have hit screens across Dubai. The teasers promise an enchanting movie.

It’s a 60-secs promo where lead actor Abhishek Bachchan doesn’t appear for more than 1/10th of duration. The highlight of this teaser is the gorgeous Sonam Kapoor dancing with a pigeon on her head.

Apart from this, there are some shots where Sonam is spotted standing at mid of Times Square as Rickshaws moving on streets of Dilli and Sikhs are walking around her. Also, Abhishek Bachcan’s back-profiled shot where he stands at terrace that has Statue of Liberty and a famous mosque of Delhi on both his sides as backdrop is another image.

Produced by UTV Motion Pictures and Rakeysh Om Prakash Mehra, the film’s teasers would be screened in India along Aamir Khan’s Ghajini hitting screens.

First look on Delhi-6 at Dubai International Film Festival

The wait is finally over! Delhi-6, the keenly awaited collaboration of UTV Motion Pictures and Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra was unveiled at the Dubai International Film Festival, before an audience comprising key entertainment media from around the world.

The film is about American-born Roshan (Bachchan), who brings his ailing grandmother back to India. Little does he know that the quick trip will turn into the longest journey of his life—a journey within.

The imagery and music was tremendously captivating, setting up tremendous anticipation for the wordwide release of the film on February 20th, 2009.

Rakeysh elaborated on his key influences and the theme of the film.The actors said that their experience of working with Rakeysh was a good one.

The audience was treated to a glimpse of the teaser theatrical trailer slated to be in theatres later this month as well as a longer "first look" of scenes and music from the film.

The Bachchans goes for a Split

The Bachchan family is one of the most reputed family of Bollywood. But something is apparently brewing in the Bachchan household. Abhishek and Aishwarya Bachchan are reportedly scouting for a new home.

They are planning to move out of the Bachchans’ heritage home, Jalsa. Just one year into their marriage and the golden couple seems to be all set to start a new life with a new home all to themselves. It’s a known fact that the couple had been doing some property shopping for long.

The couple would be soon moving out of the present residence and shift to a new house. Though they are hunting for a place near to their parents, nothing has been made official as yet.

Abhishek-Aishwarya enjoying thier Vacation in Kerela

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan after completing their first production schedule for Mani Ratnam's Ravana in Kerala are currently enjoying a short vacation.

The couple has been enjoying their well deserved break with a stay at a picturesque resort beside the famous Athirappilly waterfalls near Chalakudy town for the last two weeks. Prior to that thier schedule was quiet hectic .Finally, the couple managed to get some time off to relax and get back on the sets rejuvenated.

Also it is learnt that a tight security cordon has kept the press and the fans away from the film set, as Mani Ratnam reportedly does not want anyone to get a glimpse of the look of the film. However, Aishwarya was seen as Tamil Brahmin on the location of the shoot.

The Mani Ratnam film is supposedly a modern day adaptation of 'Ramayan', and an intense love story focused on the Ram-Sita pair, played by Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan in the Hindi version with south top star Vikram playing Ravana.

Pantaloons launches Dostana Collection

Karan Johar’s Dostana has inspired Pantaloons. So, Pantaloons has launched a new line of outfits inspired by the youthful style of stars in Dostana.

The movie stars Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham and Priyanka Chopra. Dostana Collection will be available across all 43 Pantaloons stores, across 21 cities. Pantaloons Dostana Collection is inspired by the underlying theme of the movie, which is youthful and stylish .

“Pantaloons Dostana Collection” available at Pantaloons features men’s casual wear including shirts, t-shirts, cargoes and denims ;while the women wear collection includes tops, t shirts and denim. These are available across brands exclusively available at Pantaloons, such as RIG, Bare Denim and Annabelle.

CEO of Pantaloons, Sanjeev Agrawal said, “Films influence fashion in India to a large extent and new trends are set and reset with the release of films. Pantaloons understands this, and constantly looks at films, which represent the aspirations of the youth. Dharma Productions’ – Dostana is one such film, which is youthful and stylish and hence we at Pantaloons have launched a collection inspired by the style statement of the stars.”

Pantaloons has been associated with several films in the past and has created merchandise for films like Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon, Kya Kool Hain Hum, Krrish, Ta Ra Rum Pum, Tashan, and lately Bachna Ae Haseeno.

Launching stylish outfits inspired and associated with films have become latest and unique trend for promoting movies as well as attires.

Ravana to be Shot in Kerela

Director Mani Ratnam is going to shoot his next film Ravan at the Athirapally water falls in Kerala and nearby forests with Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan in the lead

Mani Ratnam is finalizing the locations, and the shoot will start sometime next week. Incidentally, the Athirapally waterfalls are Mani Ratnam’s favorite location. He had earlier filmed parts of the songs like Jiya Jale and Barso re at the same location.

Mani Ratnam was earlier considering the idea of shooting the film in Sri Lanka. But he abandoned the plan after insurgency by Tamil rebel group LTTE increased against the Sri Lankan government. And Finally Kerela was selected for the shoot.