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Thursday, September 17, 2009
Born: September 17, 1915Achievement: World famous painter; Recipient of Padma Shree One can love MF Hussain or one can hate MF Hussain but one cannot ignore him. MF Husain is always in the news because of one controversy or the other. Maqbool Fida Hussain (MF Hussain ) is a world famous painter and an icon among Indian artists. MF Hussain was born on September 17, 1915 in Pandharpur, Maharashtra. He lost his mother when he was one and a half years old. Husain's father remarried and moved to Indoor. MF Hussain did his schooling from Indore. In 1935, MF Hussain moved to Bombay and joined Sir J. J. School of Art. He started off by painting cinema hoardings. He first came into limelight as painter in the late 1940s. In 1952, MF Hussain's first solo exhibition was held at Zurich and soon he became popular in Europe and USA. He went on to become one of the highest paid painters in India. His paintings have fetched millions of dollars at the auction.In 1966, MF Hussain was honored with Padma Shree by the Government of India. In 1967, MF Hussain made his first film "Through the Eyes of a Painter". The film was shown at the Berlin Film Festival and won a Golden Bear. He has also made two Hindi movies, "Gaja Gamini" and "Meenaxi: A Tale of Three Cities."MF Hussain also had his share of controversies. Many a times he has been charged with hurting sentiments of people because of his nude portraits of Hindu gods and goddesses. But he continues to enthrall people with his peerless artistry.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Happy Birthday Ashkay Kumar May God Bless You......
His journey has been a long and arduous one. He studied martial arts in Bangkok and worked as a chef. He then came back to Mumbai, where he started teaching martial arts. One of his students happened to be a photographer and recommended him to pursue modelling.
The anonymous Rajiv Bhatia began his journey as Akshay Kumar who then slowly began to work his way up to evolve into one of the most talented stars in the industry. Unlike most of his peers Akshay didn't have any godfather to launch him.
Action hero
First few of his films were box office debacles. Akshay anyway got noticed for dancing skills and his daredevil stunts. His first true hit film was Khiladi (1992) and although it was a success, the top banners continued to be elusive until Yeh Dillagi (1993), which not only got him recognition but also marked his position as a top league actor.
Though Jai Kishen and Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1993) were quite successful at the box office, it was Mohra (1993) and Sabse Bada Khiladi (1995) that catapulted Akshay to fame and established his position as one of the top most actors. With a series of Khiladi movies including the Khiladiyon Ke Khiladi (1996), Akshay became the quintessential 'action hero'. He had carved a niche for himself.
Comic and tragic caper
He was now ready to break that mould. In 1997 with Mr. & Mrs. Khiladi, Dil To Pagal Hai and Aflatoon, he attempted new genres. Another attempt at a distinct role was with Ajnabee (2001), in which he played the villain. He was appreciated by audiences and critics alike. He even won his first Filmfare Award under the Best Villain category.
Romantic lead
Dhadkan (2000), where he starred opposite Shilpa Shetty reaffirmed the fact that aside from being an action hero, Akshay Kumar was also the perfect romantic hero.
Donning all hats
In the same year came another memorable performance with the film Hera Pheri (2000) which brought to the forefront his strength in comedy and superb timing as he held his ground with the seasoned Paresh Rawal and Suniel Shetty. His comic performances in films such as Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Garam Masala (2005), Phir Hera Pheri (2006) and Jaan-E-Mann (2006) met with critical acclaim.
Midas touch
His success further rose in 2007, when he starred in four consecutive commercial hits - Namastey London, Heyy Babyy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Welcome. He continued his golden touch with Singh Is Kinng.
Low tide
In 2009, his Chandni Chowk to China opposite Deepika Padukone and Eight by Ten, both were critical and commercial failures to box office. His latest Kambakkht Ishq has done well despite severe criticism.
Crystal-ball gazing
His forthcoming films include Anthony D'Souza's Blue, Priyadarshan's De Dana Dan, Vipul Shah's Action Replay, Deepa Mehta's Komagata Maru and Nikhil Advani's Patiala House.
Family wise
During his career, Akshay Kumar was romantically linked with several of his co-stars, namely Raveena Tandon, Shilpa Shetty, Pooja Batra and even Rekha. He finally married Twinkle Khanna, the daughter of veteran actors Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia, in 2001 and is today a proud father of a son named Aarav. He is seven years old.
Awards etc.
Today, Akshay is one of the most sought after actors, who command a strong box-office opening. In 2008, the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada conferred an Honorary Doctorate of Law on him in recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema. In 2009, he was awarded the Padma Shri.
The anonymous Rajiv Bhatia began his journey as Akshay Kumar who then slowly began to work his way up to evolve into one of the most talented stars in the industry. Unlike most of his peers Akshay didn't have any godfather to launch him.
Action hero
First few of his films were box office debacles. Akshay anyway got noticed for dancing skills and his daredevil stunts. His first true hit film was Khiladi (1992) and although it was a success, the top banners continued to be elusive until Yeh Dillagi (1993), which not only got him recognition but also marked his position as a top league actor.
Though Jai Kishen and Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1993) were quite successful at the box office, it was Mohra (1993) and Sabse Bada Khiladi (1995) that catapulted Akshay to fame and established his position as one of the top most actors. With a series of Khiladi movies including the Khiladiyon Ke Khiladi (1996), Akshay became the quintessential 'action hero'. He had carved a niche for himself.
Comic and tragic caper
He was now ready to break that mould. In 1997 with Mr. & Mrs. Khiladi, Dil To Pagal Hai and Aflatoon, he attempted new genres. Another attempt at a distinct role was with Ajnabee (2001), in which he played the villain. He was appreciated by audiences and critics alike. He even won his first Filmfare Award under the Best Villain category.
Romantic lead
Dhadkan (2000), where he starred opposite Shilpa Shetty reaffirmed the fact that aside from being an action hero, Akshay Kumar was also the perfect romantic hero.
Donning all hats
In the same year came another memorable performance with the film Hera Pheri (2000) which brought to the forefront his strength in comedy and superb timing as he held his ground with the seasoned Paresh Rawal and Suniel Shetty. His comic performances in films such as Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Garam Masala (2005), Phir Hera Pheri (2006) and Jaan-E-Mann (2006) met with critical acclaim.
Midas touch
His success further rose in 2007, when he starred in four consecutive commercial hits - Namastey London, Heyy Babyy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Welcome. He continued his golden touch with Singh Is Kinng.
Low tide
In 2009, his Chandni Chowk to China opposite Deepika Padukone and Eight by Ten, both were critical and commercial failures to box office. His latest Kambakkht Ishq has done well despite severe criticism.
Crystal-ball gazing
His forthcoming films include Anthony D'Souza's Blue, Priyadarshan's De Dana Dan, Vipul Shah's Action Replay, Deepa Mehta's Komagata Maru and Nikhil Advani's Patiala House.
Family wise
During his career, Akshay Kumar was romantically linked with several of his co-stars, namely Raveena Tandon, Shilpa Shetty, Pooja Batra and even Rekha. He finally married Twinkle Khanna, the daughter of veteran actors Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia, in 2001 and is today a proud father of a son named Aarav. He is seven years old.
Awards etc.
Today, Akshay is one of the most sought after actors, who command a strong box-office opening. In 2008, the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada conferred an Honorary Doctorate of Law on him in recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema. In 2009, he was awarded the Padma Shri.
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Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Happy Birthday Asha Bhosle May God Bless You..........
From yesteryears' actresses Madhubala, Helen and Asha Parekh to the new-age heroines like Urmila Matondkar and Kareena Kapoor, are all bound by a common thread - the evergreen voice of Asha Bhosle, who turned 76 on Tuesday.
Considered one of the most versatile singers of all times, this Padma Vibhushan awardee has crooned more than 12,000 songs.
On the occasion of the vivacious singer's birthday, let's go down memory lane to remember some of the her all-time hits.
Aaiye Meherban - The sensuous number picturised on then screen goddess Madhubala and Ashok Kumar in the 1958 film "Howrah Bridge" has the same magic effect today on listeners as it did five decades ago.
Jaaiye aap kahan - A beautiful and soulful romantic number picturised on veteran actress Asha Parekh and Biswajeet, the song from the film Mere Sanam (1965) is one of the best songs of Asha Bhosle. Her silken vocals instantly strike a chord with the listeners.
Raat Akeli Hai - When we hear this sensual naughty number, it sounds an easy one, but it was difficult to sing as Asha had to change the pace - from slow to fast while singing the song from the film "Jewel Thief" (1976). But she did a great job and it still finds place on music lovers' favourite list.
O mere Sona re - A playful romantic song from Teesri Manzil (1968) represents Asha's light-hearted, free flowing singing style. It was highly appreciated.
Piya tu - Asha always gave that extra zing to her voice while singing cabaret numbers, and Piya tu from the film Caravaan (1971) is one of the best among such songs. In fact, it was the catalyst in making Asha the queen of cabaret numbers. Her style of singing took the track to another pedestal.
Dum maro dum - A cult song, something very different from the usual songs created at that time.
The versatile singer changes her usual voice for this gypsy track in Hare Krishna Hare Rama (1971). Free flowing yet powerful, it showed a completely diverse side of Asha.
Chura liya hai tumne - A romantic melody from the film Yaadon Ki Baraat (1973), the song has been a hit for decades. It still appeals to music lovers of all ages, making it an evergreen number.
Asha's honey-tucked voice has done wonders for this composition, making it a hot favourite even after 36 years of its release.
Yeh mera dil - Pacy, hip with a strong musical backing, the song from "Don" (1978) is still regarded as one of the best songs of the film. It seems that no one could have done a better job than Asha. The song is energetic and full on punch.
Dil cheez kya hai - Apart from cabaret numbers and romantic songs, Asha also proved her mettle in singing ghazals. A classic, Dil cheez kya hai from Umrao Jaan (1981) is a ghazal that pulls at one's heart strings.
The song marked a bit of a departure from Asha's fast-paced avatar. A classically influenced song, this one is one of the milestones in the singer's career.
Mera kuch samaan - A song that was ahead of its times, it pits Asha in a league apart from her contemporaries. Beautifully composed by R D Burman and penned by Gulzar, the lilting melody from the film Ijaazat (1987) proved Asha's versatility in the true sense. Soft music and complete focus on the vocals, made it one of Asha's best songs.
Yayi re yayi re - A 62-year-old Asha Bhosle sung this song in Rangeela (1995), which was picturised on Urmila Matondkar, who was only 21 years old that time. Her voice oozed freshness and punch even after so many years. Needless to say, the song was a big hit.
Considered one of the most versatile singers of all times, this Padma Vibhushan awardee has crooned more than 12,000 songs.
On the occasion of the vivacious singer's birthday, let's go down memory lane to remember some of the her all-time hits.
Aaiye Meherban - The sensuous number picturised on then screen goddess Madhubala and Ashok Kumar in the 1958 film "Howrah Bridge" has the same magic effect today on listeners as it did five decades ago.
Jaaiye aap kahan - A beautiful and soulful romantic number picturised on veteran actress Asha Parekh and Biswajeet, the song from the film Mere Sanam (1965) is one of the best songs of Asha Bhosle. Her silken vocals instantly strike a chord with the listeners.
Raat Akeli Hai - When we hear this sensual naughty number, it sounds an easy one, but it was difficult to sing as Asha had to change the pace - from slow to fast while singing the song from the film "Jewel Thief" (1976). But she did a great job and it still finds place on music lovers' favourite list.
O mere Sona re - A playful romantic song from Teesri Manzil (1968) represents Asha's light-hearted, free flowing singing style. It was highly appreciated.
Piya tu - Asha always gave that extra zing to her voice while singing cabaret numbers, and Piya tu from the film Caravaan (1971) is one of the best among such songs. In fact, it was the catalyst in making Asha the queen of cabaret numbers. Her style of singing took the track to another pedestal.
Dum maro dum - A cult song, something very different from the usual songs created at that time.
The versatile singer changes her usual voice for this gypsy track in Hare Krishna Hare Rama (1971). Free flowing yet powerful, it showed a completely diverse side of Asha.
Chura liya hai tumne - A romantic melody from the film Yaadon Ki Baraat (1973), the song has been a hit for decades. It still appeals to music lovers of all ages, making it an evergreen number.
Asha's honey-tucked voice has done wonders for this composition, making it a hot favourite even after 36 years of its release.
Yeh mera dil - Pacy, hip with a strong musical backing, the song from "Don" (1978) is still regarded as one of the best songs of the film. It seems that no one could have done a better job than Asha. The song is energetic and full on punch.
Dil cheez kya hai - Apart from cabaret numbers and romantic songs, Asha also proved her mettle in singing ghazals. A classic, Dil cheez kya hai from Umrao Jaan (1981) is a ghazal that pulls at one's heart strings.
The song marked a bit of a departure from Asha's fast-paced avatar. A classically influenced song, this one is one of the milestones in the singer's career.
Mera kuch samaan - A song that was ahead of its times, it pits Asha in a league apart from her contemporaries. Beautifully composed by R D Burman and penned by Gulzar, the lilting melody from the film Ijaazat (1987) proved Asha's versatility in the true sense. Soft music and complete focus on the vocals, made it one of Asha's best songs.
Yayi re yayi re - A 62-year-old Asha Bhosle sung this song in Rangeela (1995), which was picturised on Urmila Matondkar, who was only 21 years old that time. Her voice oozed freshness and punch even after so many years. Needless to say, the song was a big hit.
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Monday, September 7, 2009
Happy Birthday Rishi Kapoor May God Bless You......
He is the second son of famous film director and star Raj Kapoor.
His brothers are well-known actors: Randhir Kapoor and Rajiv Kapoor. He is father of actor Ranbir Kapoor. Rishi is the paternal uncle of today's actresses Karisma Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor. He is of Punjabi Hindu Khatri origin.
Rishi Kapoor first debuted in his father's 1970 film Mera Naam Joker (My Name is Joker), playing his father's role as a child. Rishi Kapoor had his first lead role opposite Dimple Kapadia in the popular 1973 film Bobby which became an instant hit with youngsters. He has since then appeared in hundreds of movies. He played the lead role romancing young heroines till the year 2000 with the delayed release of Karobaar: The Business of Love. He moved on to supporting roles with Hum Tum (2004) and Fanaa (2006). He also directed a film Aa Ab Laut Chalen in 1998 starring Rajesh Khanna, Aishwarya Rai, Akshaye Khanna, Kader Khan, Paresh Rawal and Jaspal Bhatti. Recently he appeared in Namaste London and an English-language film titled Don't Stop Dreaming which was directed by his cousin Aditya Raj Kapoor (son of Rishi's uncle Shammi Kapoor). He acted with the veteran actor Kamal Haasan in Saagar which was officially sent to the Oscars.
Rishi became engaged to Neetu Singh, with whom he had several hit movies, on 13 April 1979 and then married her in 1980. They have two children: Ranbir Kapoor, who is also an actor, and Ridhima Kapoor.
1970 - BFJA Special Award for Mera Naam Joker
1971 - National Film Award for Best Child Artist for Mera Naam Joker
1973 - Filmfare Best Actor Award for Bobby
2006 - Zee Cine Award for Lifetime Achievement
2007 - MTV Lycra Awards: Maha Style Icon of the Year 2006
2008 - Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award
2008 - FICCI "Living Legend in Entertainment" award
2008 - Lifetime Achievement Award at the 10th Mumbai Academy of the Moving Image International Film (M.A.M.I)
Happy Birthday Shakti Kapoor May God Bless You........
Shakti Kapoor was born in Mumbai, India. He has appeared in more films than most actor or actress in the industry.Shakti Kapoor is married to Shivangi (Padmini Kolhapure's elder sister) and has two children, a son Siddhanth and a daughter Shraddha. Siddhanth Kapoor is a DJ (Disc Jockey) and also an assistant director. His daughter, Shraddha Kapoor is an actress.Shakti Kapoor, since the start of his career in 1972 he has often been nominated for the Filmfare Award in the Best Comedian category and won once, for his performance in David Dhawan's film, Raja Babu. During his career, he was part of many successful films such as Aasha, Khiladi, Aankhen, Judwaa and many more. Nowadays, Shakti is a regular fixture in Priyadarshan films like Hungama, Hulchul, Chup Chup Ke and Malamaal Weekly and most recently malayalam remake Bhagam Bhag & Bhool Bhulaiya.
In March 2005, India TV released a video, allegedly showing Shakti Kapoor asking for sexual favor from an undercover reporter posing as an aspiring actress, in return for entry into the film industry. According to India TV, this was a sting operation to expose the phenomenon of casting couch prevalent in Bollywood. This incident sparked a controversy in Bollywood and Kapoor was banned by the Film & Television Producers Guild of India. Association of Indian Motion Pictures and TV Programme Producers decided not to ban him as no allegations against him were proven. One week later, however, the Film & Television Producers Guild lifted the ban
Kapoor claimed that the video clip in question was doctored and he had been framed. He said that the undercover reporter met him several times and threatened to commit suicide if he did not come to the hotel room she had booked.
In March 2005, India TV released a video, allegedly showing Shakti Kapoor asking for sexual favor from an undercover reporter posing as an aspiring actress, in return for entry into the film industry. According to India TV, this was a sting operation to expose the phenomenon of casting couch prevalent in Bollywood. This incident sparked a controversy in Bollywood and Kapoor was banned by the Film & Television Producers Guild of India. Association of Indian Motion Pictures and TV Programme Producers decided not to ban him as no allegations against him were proven. One week later, however, the Film & Television Producers Guild lifted the ban
Kapoor claimed that the video clip in question was doctored and he had been framed. He said that the undercover reporter met him several times and threatened to commit suicide if he did not come to the hotel room she had booked.
Happy Birthday Rakesh Roshan May God Bless You......
Rakesh Roshan wants a quiet, meditative birthday. He has planned to celebrate his 60 birthday today by going to the Oneness University with his wife, his children Hrithik and Sunaina and his in-laws.
Hrithik has rescheduled his work appointments in order to join his family in Varadaiahpalem, Andhra Pradesh. Sunaina was the first in the family to become a follower of the faith and has been following Amma Bhagwan for quite some time now.
Her mother, Pinky, joined next. When her father, Rakesh saw the change in them, he too decided to check the place out. And now, Hrithik is the latest member of the family to be inspired by the faith. And while Rakesh Roshan’s birthday is a grand affair, this time, they decided to simply spend time with family and take Bhagwan’s blessings.
Hrithik has rescheduled his work appointments in order to join his family in Varadaiahpalem, Andhra Pradesh. Sunaina was the first in the family to become a follower of the faith and has been following Amma Bhagwan for quite some time now.
Her mother, Pinky, joined next. When her father, Rakesh saw the change in them, he too decided to check the place out. And now, Hrithik is the latest member of the family to be inspired by the faith. And while Rakesh Roshan’s birthday is a grand affair, this time, they decided to simply spend time with family and take Bhagwan’s blessings.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Happy Birthday Sadhna May God Bless You.....
Original Name: Sadhana Shivdasani
Date of Birth (Birthday): 1941
Hair Color: Black
Birth Place: Karachi( British India)
Marital Status: widow
Languages: Hindi, English
Family Background
Brother(s): she was an only child
Spouse: R.K. Nayyar
Film Background (Filmography)
Debut Film: Abana
Famous Movies: Ulfat Ki Nayee Manzilen, Amaanat, Chhote Sarkar, Geeta Mera Naam, Hum Sab Chor Hain, Dil Daulat Duniya, Aap Aye Bahaar Ayee, Ishq Par Zor Nahin, Ek Phool Do Mali, Intaquam, Sachaai, Anita, Badtameez, Gaban, Mera Saaya, Arzoo, Waqt, Dulha Dulhan, Picnic, Rajkumar, Woh Kaun Thi, Mere Mehboob, Asli-Naqli, Ek Musafir Ek Hasina, Manmauji, Prem Patra, Hum Dono, Parakh, Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai, Love in Simla, Abana
Date of Birth (Birthday): 1941
Hair Color: Black
Birth Place: Karachi( British India)
Marital Status: widow
Languages: Hindi, English
Family Background
Brother(s): she was an only child
Spouse: R.K. Nayyar
Film Background (Filmography)
Debut Film: Abana
Famous Movies: Ulfat Ki Nayee Manzilen, Amaanat, Chhote Sarkar, Geeta Mera Naam, Hum Sab Chor Hain, Dil Daulat Duniya, Aap Aye Bahaar Ayee, Ishq Par Zor Nahin, Ek Phool Do Mali, Intaquam, Sachaai, Anita, Badtameez, Gaban, Mera Saaya, Arzoo, Waqt, Dulha Dulhan, Picnic, Rajkumar, Woh Kaun Thi, Mere Mehboob, Asli-Naqli, Ek Musafir Ek Hasina, Manmauji, Prem Patra, Hum Dono, Parakh, Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai, Love in Simla, Abana
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Happy Birthday Shobha Khote May God Bless You........
It was only natural that Shobha Khote strayed into show business. Her father, Nandu Khote, was a star on stage and in the silent movies. Durga Khote, a famous movie personality of the yesteryear, was her aunt. The huge family home at Bombay's Chowpatty was always full of guests.
"I had a happy, carefree childhood," she says. "Ours was a big, joint family and most of my cousins were boys. I used to play with them, run around, climb trees and was an acknowledged tomboy." She studied at St Teresa's Convent, Girgaum, and graduated in English Literature from Wilson College.
Life in college was quite exciting to Khote and her brother Viju, another well-known stage, TV and screen actor. She took to swimming and cycling, excelled in both games and set up a new record for the one mile in cycling.
"My family was sports-minded," recalls Khote. "Father had built a gymnasium in the house itself. Many of his friends spent time there exercising. I Lent a lot from him. He taught that one can learn hard work, sincerity and team spirit from sports."
Both at school and college, Khote made occasional appearances on stage.
It was fun, but I just took it casually," she says. As Khote made her name in sports, her photographs began appearing in the newspapers and magazines. Well-known director Amiya Chakraborty sent his distributor friend, Kamath, to invite Khote for a screen test. Khote recalls with a giggle, "When Kamathsaab arrived, I was in tomboy outfit, with hair flying all round. He did not think much of me and reported back to Amiyada," Fortunately, Amiya Chakraborty was not convinced and after meeting her, cast her in his Seema.
The role was a challenge. Seema, which starred Nutan and Balraj Sahni was not the run-of-the-mill Hindi movie, and Khote was pitted against two highly sensitive and intelligent artists. But she came out with flying colors. "Amiyada told me he wanted a different kind of actress for the role, who would be natural. I fitted the bill. In fact, he did not even give me screen test," says Khote.
She also had a score to settle with veteran actress Leela Chitnis, who along with her two songs, was producing a movie. Chitnis offered Khote the lead role, on condition she would not work elsewhere for the next five years.
"My father did not agree to this condition," she recalled. "In fact, I had cut my hair for the role and even rehearsed enthusiastically for some weeks. And when they dropped me, I wanted to show them the loss was theirs."
Filmistan offered her roles in Paying Guest and Champakali. PG was a big hit but Khote did not enjoy her role, which was too negative for her liking. "I disliked the role so much that I refused to watch the movie?" She saw it on video much later.
A sportswomen, did she enjoy acting?
Okay, she nods. "Basically, I was fun-loving and liked to be with people. Because of my family background, I had no problems in the film world."
She did another film, Dekh Kabira Na Roya with Amiya Chakraborty, who later died of a heart attack. It wasa shattering blow, because Chakraborty had been her friend, philosopher and guide.
"He was very good in casting," recalls Khote. "Even top stars like Dilip Kumar wanted to work with him and gave off their best in his films."
It was Chakraborty also who found she had a flair for comedy. Even her serious roles in his films had comic touches which were highly appreciated. And when Chhoti Bahen, an L V Prasad release from Madras, turned out to be a mega hit, Khote was earmarked for comic roles. And her famous pairing with comedian Mehmood began.
For the next six years, films starring Shobha Khote, Mehmood and Dhumal were highly popular and did roaring business at the box office. Sasural, Dil Ek Mandir, Dil Tera Diwana, Bharosa and several other films celebrated jubilees.
Even Khote's negative role have often been tinged with comedy, a case in point being the super hit, Ek Duje Ke Liye.
Her constant pairing with Mehmood were also grist for film industry gossip. Khote laughed.
"I know about it," she admitted. "Yes, we were together in so many films that people gossiped about us. But there was a wide cultural differences between us. Of course, I knew him very well but we were nothing but co-stars."
As tea arrived, we discussed the changing role for comedy on Hindi screen. Khote pointed out that comedians like Gope, Yakub and Bhagwan had been popular them having to resort to buffoonery. Again, during the 1960's and 1970's, the comedy on the Hindi screen was clean and depended mostly on comic situations.
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Saturday, August 29, 2009
Happy Birthday Nagarjuna May God Bless You......
Known as greek veerudu (Greek God) and Manmadhudu, the handsome Nagarjuna is turning 50 today, Saturday (August 29).
This birthday is very special to him, as turning 50 is big event in anyone’s life. Also his son Chaitanya’s maiden film, Josh, is ready for the release. So Nag is on high these days.
Currently shooting for his new film, produced by Kamakshi Shiva Prasad Reddy, Nagarjuna played cruicial role in the technical advancement of Telugu Cinema.
His visionary and daring attitude gave us some memorable classics to Telugu Cinema like Shiva and Geetanjali.
Constantly experimenting with themes and new directors, Nagarjuna brought quality to the Telugu Cinema. He acted in more than 60 films in the last 23 years starting Vikram in 1986. We at Telugucinema.com wish Nagarjuna a very happy birth day on this special birthday.
This birthday is very special to him, as turning 50 is big event in anyone’s life. Also his son Chaitanya’s maiden film, Josh, is ready for the release. So Nag is on high these days.
Currently shooting for his new film, produced by Kamakshi Shiva Prasad Reddy, Nagarjuna played cruicial role in the technical advancement of Telugu Cinema.
His visionary and daring attitude gave us some memorable classics to Telugu Cinema like Shiva and Geetanjali.
Constantly experimenting with themes and new directors, Nagarjuna brought quality to the Telugu Cinema. He acted in more than 60 films in the last 23 years starting Vikram in 1986. We at Telugucinema.com wish Nagarjuna a very happy birth day on this special birthday.
Happy Birthday Irfan Khan May God Bless You...........
His first name is Sahabzade while his middle name is Ali, but he is popularly known as the one and only Irrfan Khan, the dude with an attitude! Be it his 'chhota recharge' or the KILB ads, you just cannot miss him, either on the silver screen or on TV, this man is all over the place!
He is none other than our third Birthday child of the day, Irrfan Khan. Irrfan got himself catapulted into the Big League of Hindis films, not before he charmed his way into the millions of hearts worldwide with his superbly super acting in lots of TV serials. Some of the films in which you can see Irrfan at his best include Maqbool, Charas, Rog, The Killer, Chocolate, Kasoor, Haasil etc… some of his forthcoming films include the most eagerly awaited Billu Barber (with SRK), New York, Dilli 6 etc…
Friday, August 28, 2009
Happy Birthday Deepak Tijori May God Bless You.......
Born and raised in the heart of the entertainment industry, Tijori has worked in the Bollywood industry for over 15 years. He was noted for being the lucky charm for director Mahesh Bhatt who casts him in no less than 7 films. With a Masters degree in Commerce and Financial Management, Deepak also has an intellectual side which he has utilised to grow his production house.
A Bollywood veteran of over 30 films, Deepak has recently started his own website, www.tijorifilms.com. This comes on the heel of Poonam Dhillon launching poonamdhillon.com
The site has five major sections consisting of the company's profile, TV serials, talent search, photo gallery & business opportunities. The company is focusing on talent search, which will enable role aspirants to fulfill their fantasies of making it big in the world of Bollywood. They are planning to generate revenue using the talent search, charging both the moviemaker and aspirant if a deal is struck.
Deepak really shot to fame starring opposite Aamir Khan in Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander. This catapulted Khan into mega stardom and reinforced popular belief that Deepak was a serious actor.
We can’t wait for him to show Aryan who the real Bigg Boss is and watch out ladies… he’s also known to be a bit of a charmer
A Bollywood veteran of over 30 films, Deepak has recently started his own website, www.tijorifilms.com. This comes on the heel of Poonam Dhillon launching poonamdhillon.com
The site has five major sections consisting of the company's profile, TV serials, talent search, photo gallery & business opportunities. The company is focusing on talent search, which will enable role aspirants to fulfill their fantasies of making it big in the world of Bollywood. They are planning to generate revenue using the talent search, charging both the moviemaker and aspirant if a deal is struck.
Deepak really shot to fame starring opposite Aamir Khan in Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander. This catapulted Khan into mega stardom and reinforced popular belief that Deepak was a serious actor.
We can’t wait for him to show Aryan who the real Bigg Boss is and watch out ladies… he’s also known to be a bit of a charmer
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Happy Birthday Deepak Tijori
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Happy Birthday Jaswant Singh May God Bless You....
Jaswant Singh (born January 3, 1938) is an Indian politician and member of parliament from Darjeeling parliamentary constituency. He is from the Indian State of Rajasthan and was an officer in the Indian Army in the 1960s and is an alumnus of Mayo College and the National Defence Academy (India), Khadakwasla. He served as Finance minister in the short-lived government of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, which lasted just from May 16, 1996, to June 1, 1996. After Vajpayee became Prime Minister again two years later, he became Minister for External Affairs of India, serving from December 5, 1998 until July 1, 2002. Responsible for foreign policy, he dealt with high tensions between India and Pakistan. In July 2002 he became Finance Minister again, switching posts with Yashwant Sinha. He served as Finance Minister until the defeat of the Vajpayee government in May 2004 and was instrumental in defining and pushing through the market-friendly reforms of the government. Known for his moderate political views, he is a self-described liberal democrat even though the Bharatiya Janata Party is often described as a right-wing nationalist organization. He was conferred the Outstanding Parliamentarian Award for the year 2001. On 19 August 2009, he was expelled from BJP after criticism over his remarks in his book Jinnah - India, Partition, Independence.[1]
He is one of the few Indian politicians to have been the Minister for Defence, Finance and External Affairs.
He started the new government of Vajpayee, which lasted its full term, as the External Affairs Minister and later on switched his ministry to Finance with Yashwant Sinha. He was also the Defence Minister when George Fernandes was forced to resign after the Tehelka exposure.
Mr. Singh is widely regarded for his handling of relations with the United States which were strained after the 1998 Indian nuclear tests but which ameliorated soon after culminating in the visit of U.S. President Clinton to India. His skill as a negotiator and diplomat during talks with the United States has been well acknowledged by his U.S. counterpart Strobe Talbott.
Jaswant Singh is also the most influential person in the BJP not from a RSS background.
Jaswant Singh has been criticized by Political parties frequently for escorting terrorist to Kandhar, Afghanistan who were released by Government of India in exchange of passengers from the hijacked Indian Airlines plane. However, an all party meeting was called by the Indian government during that time and the decision taken was mutual by bringing all political parties in confidence.
In 2009 general election, he won as a candidate of BJP from Darjeeling parliamentary constituency under the state of west Bengal. He replaced the already declared candidate of BJP Mr. Dawa Sherpa, an ex IPS officer.
His candidature was the outcome of long political discussion between BJP and Gorkha Janamukti Morcha(GJM), an outfit demanding separate statehood for Hilly and Foothills of Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts in the name of Gorkhaland.
The outfit, presumably having good support base in hills, offered its support in the election to different political wings including Indian National Congress, BJP or NCP of Mr. P A Sangma in Darjeeling. In return, they wanted inclusion of the demand of separate Gorkhaland statehood in the parties Election Manifesto. They have also put an additional condition for BJP to replace their declared candidate Mr. Sherpa.
After lot of turmoils and discussion, on the 2nd April late evening, finally BJP declared its decision to go with GJM. It was also accepted to give sympathetic consideration to Gorkhaland issue. Against this, GJM offered their support to BJP in two additional adjoining PCs in foothills- Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri.
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Happy Birthday Jaswant Singh
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Happy Birthday Rajeev Kapoor May God Bless You..........
Rajiv Kapoor (born 25 August 1962) is an Indian film actor, producer, director and a member of the famous Kapoor Family.
He is the youngest son of famous actor/director Raj Kapoor.
He had a short stint in the Hindi film industry, acting in only 13 films. His first film was Ek jaan hain hum (1983), with Divya Rana, Shammi Kapoor, Pran, and Gulshan Grover. His next film was Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985), directed by his father Raj Kapoor. This was Raj Kapoor's last film. He was not as successful as his other brothers Randhir and Rishi, but he is noted for his role in Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985) starring opposite Mandakini which was one of the biggest hits of the year. He acted in a string of other unsuccessful films and made his last film appearance in Zimmedaar which released in 1990. He then turned to producing and directing. He produced Henna (1991) which was directed by his brother Randhir and then made his directorial debut with PremGranth (1996) which starred his brother Rishi and Madhuri Dixit. After that film became a "disaster" at the box office,[1] he didn't direct again.
In 1999 he produced Aa Ab Laut Chalen which was directed by his brother Rishi. Since then he has not been active in film producing or directing. In 2001, he married an architect Aarti Sabharal, but the marriage ended in divorce two years later. [2] He is currently attending Nipissing University
Actor:
Zimmedaar... Inspector Rajiv
Naag Nagin (1989)
Hum To Chale Pardes (1988)
Shukriyaa (1988)...Ajay Singh
Zalzala (1988)...Bholey
Preeti (1986)
Angaarey (1986)
Lover Boy (1985)...Kishan/Kanhaiya
Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985)...Narendra "Naren" Sahay
Zabardast (1985)...Ravi Kumar/Tony
Lava (1985)...Amar
Mere Saathi (1985)...Shyam
Aasmaan (1984)...Kumar/Chandan Singh
Ek Jaan Hain Hum (1983)...Vikram Saxena
Producer:
Aa Ab Laut Chalen (1999) (Producer)
PremGranth (1996) (Executive Producer)
Henna (1991) (Executive Producer)
Editor:
Aa Ab Laut Chalen (1999)
PremGranth (1996)
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director:
Prem Rog (1982)
Biwi O Biwi (1981)
Director:
PremGranth (1996)
He is the youngest son of famous actor/director Raj Kapoor.
He had a short stint in the Hindi film industry, acting in only 13 films. His first film was Ek jaan hain hum (1983), with Divya Rana, Shammi Kapoor, Pran, and Gulshan Grover. His next film was Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985), directed by his father Raj Kapoor. This was Raj Kapoor's last film. He was not as successful as his other brothers Randhir and Rishi, but he is noted for his role in Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985) starring opposite Mandakini which was one of the biggest hits of the year. He acted in a string of other unsuccessful films and made his last film appearance in Zimmedaar which released in 1990. He then turned to producing and directing. He produced Henna (1991) which was directed by his brother Randhir and then made his directorial debut with PremGranth (1996) which starred his brother Rishi and Madhuri Dixit. After that film became a "disaster" at the box office,[1] he didn't direct again.
In 1999 he produced Aa Ab Laut Chalen which was directed by his brother Rishi. Since then he has not been active in film producing or directing. In 2001, he married an architect Aarti Sabharal, but the marriage ended in divorce two years later. [2] He is currently attending Nipissing University
Actor:
Zimmedaar... Inspector Rajiv
Naag Nagin (1989)
Hum To Chale Pardes (1988)
Shukriyaa (1988)...Ajay Singh
Zalzala (1988)...Bholey
Preeti (1986)
Angaarey (1986)
Lover Boy (1985)...Kishan/Kanhaiya
Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985)...Narendra "Naren" Sahay
Zabardast (1985)...Ravi Kumar/Tony
Lava (1985)...Amar
Mere Saathi (1985)...Shyam
Aasmaan (1984)...Kumar/Chandan Singh
Ek Jaan Hain Hum (1983)...Vikram Saxena
Producer:
Aa Ab Laut Chalen (1999) (Producer)
PremGranth (1996) (Executive Producer)
Henna (1991) (Executive Producer)
Editor:
Aa Ab Laut Chalen (1999)
PremGranth (1996)
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director:
Prem Rog (1982)
Biwi O Biwi (1981)
Director:
PremGranth (1996)
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Happy Birthday Rajeev Kapoor
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Happy Birthday Chiranjeevi May God bless You..........
HYDERABAD: Film actor Chiranjeevi on Thursday made it clear that he would celebrate his 53rd birthday on Friday with his mother and spend quality time with the family, as he was not sure whether he could spare time in future, having decided to enter politics.
In tune with his decision, he reiterated his appeal to fans not to rush to Hyderabad to greet him. He asked each one of them to plant a tree instead, to show their love for him. In what was a first since his political entry, he joined presspersons for lunch. Initially reluctant to talk, the absence of cameras around him appeared to loosen his diplomatic cloak.
He said though former President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam was a powerful influence on him, he could not term anyone as an ‘icon’ among contemporary politicians, as he was inspired by one good trait in each of them. As in the earlier press conference, he refused to be drawn into debate over controversies like allotment of land for Special Economic Zones and the displacement of farmers.
The actor turned the tables on scribes by jocularly asking, “How do your family members put up with you? Do you ask questions even while having food?” He went on to say he would probably need to eat again in an hour’s time, as he was tired out by the relentless questioning by journalists.
Asked if he practised yoga or meditation to show such high levels of motivation, he said, “Meditation means focussing attention on a single object and I am now firmly concentrating on service to people through politics. I find it relaxing.”
Earlier, a former MLC, Kamineni Srinivas from Kaikalur in Krishna district and S. Chandrasekhar, a doctor and son of former Minister Simhadri Satyanarayana, joined his party. To a query why so many doctors were joining his camp, he said, “Wait and see. I am sure many more from different walks of life will join hands with me.”
On whether his August 26 public meeting would be ‘filmi’, Mr. Chiranjeevi had a repartee ready. “It will not be in filmi style, but in people’s style,” he quipped.
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In tune with his decision, he reiterated his appeal to fans not to rush to Hyderabad to greet him. He asked each one of them to plant a tree instead, to show their love for him. In what was a first since his political entry, he joined presspersons for lunch. Initially reluctant to talk, the absence of cameras around him appeared to loosen his diplomatic cloak.
He said though former President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam was a powerful influence on him, he could not term anyone as an ‘icon’ among contemporary politicians, as he was inspired by one good trait in each of them. As in the earlier press conference, he refused to be drawn into debate over controversies like allotment of land for Special Economic Zones and the displacement of farmers.
The actor turned the tables on scribes by jocularly asking, “How do your family members put up with you? Do you ask questions even while having food?” He went on to say he would probably need to eat again in an hour’s time, as he was tired out by the relentless questioning by journalists.
Asked if he practised yoga or meditation to show such high levels of motivation, he said, “Meditation means focussing attention on a single object and I am now firmly concentrating on service to people through politics. I find it relaxing.”
Earlier, a former MLC, Kamineni Srinivas from Kaikalur in Krishna district and S. Chandrasekhar, a doctor and son of former Minister Simhadri Satyanarayana, joined his party. To a query why so many doctors were joining his camp, he said, “Wait and see. I am sure many more from different walks of life will join hands with me.”
On whether his August 26 public meeting would be ‘filmi’, Mr. Chiranjeevi had a repartee ready. “It will not be in filmi style, but in people’s style,” he quipped.
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Happy Birthday Aruna Irani May God Bless You..............
Career
Born in 1952 Irani made her debut in the movie Gunga Jumna (1961) at nine years old playing Vyjayantimala's character as a child. After doing several small roles in films like Jahanara (1964), Farz (1967), Upkar (1967) and Aaya Sawan Jhoomke (1969), and pairing with comedian Mehmood in films like Aulad (1968), Humjoli (1970), and Naya Zamana (1971), she finally shot to fame with her brilliant performance as an aggressive gypsy woman in the super hit Caravan (1971). By that time, however, she was emotionally involved with Mehmood and did not focus fully on her career. Their relationship also ruined the chances of her getting the heroine's roles. Yet, Mehmood gave her lead roles opposite the likes of Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Mehra in the films that he made: Bombay To Goa (1972), Garam Masala (1972), and Do Phool (1973).
The success as a heroine still eluded her, and ironically, the newer actors and actresses that she supported became stars while acting with her: Jeetendra in Farz(1967), Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia in Bobby (1973), Jayaprada in Sargam (1979), Kumar Gaurav in Love Story (1981), Sanjay Dutt in Rocky (1981). She ended up doing vampish and supporting roles, mainly because her memorable performance in Caravan had already typecast her in such roles. To her credit, however, Aruna Irani seriously took each role and delivered nice performances, thus endearing herself to filmmakers and creating a niche for herself. No other actress of her time could have done full justice to her role of a seductress out to rob the teenage hero Rishi Kapoor off his innocence in Bobby (1973). Throughout the 1970s and early 1980s she appeared in several supporting roles, notably Roti Kapada Aur Makaan (1974), Do Jhooth (1975), Khel Khel Mein (1975), Bhanwar (1976), Fakira (1976), Laila Majnu (1976), Sargam (1979), Qurbani (1980), Aas Paas (1980), Love Story (1981)and Kudrat (1981). She finally won her first Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award for Pet Pyaar Aur Paap (1984). In the late 1980s and 1990s she switched to playing motherly roles, notably in Beta (1992) for which she won her second Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award. She also got very famous acting in many Gujarati films and some way changed trend and played as main protagonist.
Partial filmography
A complete filmography is available at her IMDB entry
Ganga Jamuna (1961)
Jahanara (1964)
Farz (1967)
Patthar Ke Sanam (1967)
Upkar (1967)
Aaya Sawan Jhoomke (1969)
Humjoli (1970)
Aan Milo Sajna (1970)
Naya Zamana (1971)
sanjog (1971)
Johar Mehmood in Hong Kong (1971)
Ek Naari Ek Brahmchari (1971)
Caravan (1971)
Buddha Mil Gaya (1971)
Andaz (1971)
Garam Masala (1972)
Bombay to Goa (1972)
Bobby (1973)
Do Phool (1973)
Prem Nagar (1974)
Roti Kapada Aur Makaan (1974)
Mili (1975)
Do Jasoos (1975)
Khel Khel Mein (1975)
Deewaar (1975) (uncredited)
Bhanwar (1976)
Charas (1976)
Sangram (1976)
Fakira (1976)
Zindagi (1976)
Laila Majnu (1976)
Duniyadaari (1977)
Shalimar (1978)
Jaani Dushman (1979)
Surakshaa (1979)
Aas Paas (1980)
Karz (1980)
Qurbani (1980)
Rocky (1981)
Love Story (1981)
Yaarana (1981)
Angoor (1982)
Bemisal (1982)
Bade Dilwaala (1983)
Pet Pyaar Aur Paap (1984)
Shahenshah (1988)
Chaalbaaz (1989)
Phool Aur Kaante (1991)
Beta (1992)
Raja Babu (1994)
Bewafa Saman (1995)
Indian (1996)
Hamesha (1997)
Dil To Pagal Hai (1997)
Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999)
Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam (2002)
Television
Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand on STAR Plus
Mehndi Tere Naam Ki on Zee TV
Babul Ki Bitiya Chali Doli Saja Ke on Sahara One
Tum Bin Jaaoon Kahaan on Zee TV
Naaginn - Waadon Ki Agniparikshaa on Zee TV
Saas v/s Bahu as Judge on Sahara One
Rabba Ishq Na Hove on Zee TV
Vaidehi - Ek Agni Pariksha on Sony TV
Zameen Se Aassman Tak on Sahara One
Zamana Badal Gaya on DD Metro
Awards and nominations
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Caravan(1971)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Bobby (1973)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Do Jhoot (1975)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Khoon Pasina (1977)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Rocky (1981)
Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award--Pet Pyaar Aur Paap (1984)
Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award-- Beta (1992)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Suhaag(1994)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Kartaavya(1995)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Ghulam-E-Mustafa(1997)
Born in 1952 Irani made her debut in the movie Gunga Jumna (1961) at nine years old playing Vyjayantimala's character as a child. After doing several small roles in films like Jahanara (1964), Farz (1967), Upkar (1967) and Aaya Sawan Jhoomke (1969), and pairing with comedian Mehmood in films like Aulad (1968), Humjoli (1970), and Naya Zamana (1971), she finally shot to fame with her brilliant performance as an aggressive gypsy woman in the super hit Caravan (1971). By that time, however, she was emotionally involved with Mehmood and did not focus fully on her career. Their relationship also ruined the chances of her getting the heroine's roles. Yet, Mehmood gave her lead roles opposite the likes of Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Mehra in the films that he made: Bombay To Goa (1972), Garam Masala (1972), and Do Phool (1973).
The success as a heroine still eluded her, and ironically, the newer actors and actresses that she supported became stars while acting with her: Jeetendra in Farz(1967), Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia in Bobby (1973), Jayaprada in Sargam (1979), Kumar Gaurav in Love Story (1981), Sanjay Dutt in Rocky (1981). She ended up doing vampish and supporting roles, mainly because her memorable performance in Caravan had already typecast her in such roles. To her credit, however, Aruna Irani seriously took each role and delivered nice performances, thus endearing herself to filmmakers and creating a niche for herself. No other actress of her time could have done full justice to her role of a seductress out to rob the teenage hero Rishi Kapoor off his innocence in Bobby (1973). Throughout the 1970s and early 1980s she appeared in several supporting roles, notably Roti Kapada Aur Makaan (1974), Do Jhooth (1975), Khel Khel Mein (1975), Bhanwar (1976), Fakira (1976), Laila Majnu (1976), Sargam (1979), Qurbani (1980), Aas Paas (1980), Love Story (1981)and Kudrat (1981). She finally won her first Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award for Pet Pyaar Aur Paap (1984). In the late 1980s and 1990s she switched to playing motherly roles, notably in Beta (1992) for which she won her second Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award. She also got very famous acting in many Gujarati films and some way changed trend and played as main protagonist.
Partial filmography
A complete filmography is available at her IMDB entry
Ganga Jamuna (1961)
Jahanara (1964)
Farz (1967)
Patthar Ke Sanam (1967)
Upkar (1967)
Aaya Sawan Jhoomke (1969)
Humjoli (1970)
Aan Milo Sajna (1970)
Naya Zamana (1971)
sanjog (1971)
Johar Mehmood in Hong Kong (1971)
Ek Naari Ek Brahmchari (1971)
Caravan (1971)
Buddha Mil Gaya (1971)
Andaz (1971)
Garam Masala (1972)
Bombay to Goa (1972)
Bobby (1973)
Do Phool (1973)
Prem Nagar (1974)
Roti Kapada Aur Makaan (1974)
Mili (1975)
Do Jasoos (1975)
Khel Khel Mein (1975)
Deewaar (1975) (uncredited)
Bhanwar (1976)
Charas (1976)
Sangram (1976)
Fakira (1976)
Zindagi (1976)
Laila Majnu (1976)
Duniyadaari (1977)
Shalimar (1978)
Jaani Dushman (1979)
Surakshaa (1979)
Aas Paas (1980)
Karz (1980)
Qurbani (1980)
Rocky (1981)
Love Story (1981)
Yaarana (1981)
Angoor (1982)
Bemisal (1982)
Bade Dilwaala (1983)
Pet Pyaar Aur Paap (1984)
Shahenshah (1988)
Chaalbaaz (1989)
Phool Aur Kaante (1991)
Beta (1992)
Raja Babu (1994)
Bewafa Saman (1995)
Indian (1996)
Hamesha (1997)
Dil To Pagal Hai (1997)
Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999)
Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam (2002)
Television
Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand on STAR Plus
Mehndi Tere Naam Ki on Zee TV
Babul Ki Bitiya Chali Doli Saja Ke on Sahara One
Tum Bin Jaaoon Kahaan on Zee TV
Naaginn - Waadon Ki Agniparikshaa on Zee TV
Saas v/s Bahu as Judge on Sahara One
Rabba Ishq Na Hove on Zee TV
Vaidehi - Ek Agni Pariksha on Sony TV
Zameen Se Aassman Tak on Sahara One
Zamana Badal Gaya on DD Metro
Awards and nominations
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Caravan(1971)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Bobby (1973)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Do Jhoot (1975)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Khoon Pasina (1977)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Rocky (1981)
Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award--Pet Pyaar Aur Paap (1984)
Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award-- Beta (1992)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Suhaag(1994)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Kartaavya(1995)
Filmfare Nomination as Best Supporting Actress--Ghulam-E-Mustafa(1997)
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bollywood Celebrity Aruna Irani
Monday, August 17, 2009
Happy Birthday Ketan Desai May god Bless You......
Overview
Trivia:Son of late director Manmohan Desai.
STARmeter: Up 5% in popularity this week. See why on IMDbPro.
NewsDesk:My efforts of the last four years have gone down the drain: Manoj Agrawal
(From RealBollywood. 19 May 2009, 10:05 AM, PDT)
Alternate Names:Ketan M. Desai Ketan Manmohan Desai
IMDb Resume:Do you represent Ketan Desai? Add a resume and photos to this page with IMDb Resume.
Filmography
Jump to filmography as: Producer, Second Unit Director or Assistant Director, Director, Miscellaneous Crew, Production Designer, Thanks, Self
Producer:
2000s
1990s
1980s
Yeh Hai Jalwa (2002) (co-producer) (as Ketan Manmohan Desai)
Deewana Mastana (1997) (producer)
Allah-Rakha (1986) (producer) (as Ketan M. Desai)
Mard (1985) (executive producer) (as Ketan M. Desai)
Coolie (1983/I) (producer) (as Ketan M. Desai)
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director:
Suhaag (1979) (assistant director)
... aka Sign of Marriage
Amar Akbar Anthony (1977) (assistant director)
Dharam Veer (1977) (assistant director)
Parvarish (1977) (assistant director)
Director:
1990s
1980s
Anmol (1993)
Toofan (1989)
Allah-Rakha (1986) (as Ketan M. Desai)
Miscellaneous Crew:
Suhaag (1979) (technical production designer)
... aka Sign of Marriage
Production Designer:
Dharam Veer (1977)
Thanks:
Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999) (sincere thanks)
... aka Hasina Maan Jayegi (India: Hindi title: alternative transliteration)
Self:
Love You Hamesha (1999) .... Himself
Hero No. 1 (1997) (uncredited) .... Himself
Ref:http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0220823/
Trivia:Son of late director Manmohan Desai.
STARmeter: Up 5% in popularity this week. See why on IMDbPro.
NewsDesk:My efforts of the last four years have gone down the drain: Manoj Agrawal
(From RealBollywood. 19 May 2009, 10:05 AM, PDT)
Alternate Names:Ketan M. Desai Ketan Manmohan Desai
IMDb Resume:Do you represent Ketan Desai? Add a resume and photos to this page with IMDb Resume.
Filmography
Jump to filmography as: Producer, Second Unit Director or Assistant Director, Director, Miscellaneous Crew, Production Designer, Thanks, Self
Producer:
2000s
1990s
1980s
Yeh Hai Jalwa (2002) (co-producer) (as Ketan Manmohan Desai)
Deewana Mastana (1997) (producer)
Allah-Rakha (1986) (producer) (as Ketan M. Desai)
Mard (1985) (executive producer) (as Ketan M. Desai)
Coolie (1983/I) (producer) (as Ketan M. Desai)
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director:
Suhaag (1979) (assistant director)
... aka Sign of Marriage
Amar Akbar Anthony (1977) (assistant director)
Dharam Veer (1977) (assistant director)
Parvarish (1977) (assistant director)
Director:
1990s
1980s
Anmol (1993)
Toofan (1989)
Allah-Rakha (1986) (as Ketan M. Desai)
Miscellaneous Crew:
Suhaag (1979) (technical production designer)
... aka Sign of Marriage
Production Designer:
Dharam Veer (1977)
Thanks:
Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999) (sincere thanks)
... aka Hasina Maan Jayegi (India: Hindi title: alternative transliteration)
Self:
Love You Hamesha (1999) .... Himself
Hero No. 1 (1997) (uncredited) .... Himself
Ref:http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0220823/
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bollywood Celebrity Ketan Desai
Friday, August 14, 2009
Happy Birthday Sridevi May God Bless You...........
Bollywood's all time favorite Queen Bee, Sridevi celebrated her 46th birthday last night with her family.
And to make the occasion special Sri’s two pretty daughters Jahnavi, 12 and Khusi, 8 decorated the house. Getting away for a few minutes from the chaos of organizing a small birthday get-together, Sri excitedly informed us, “My daughters, I can see, have devoted the last two days planning out this day.
My husband has some grand plans, I assume. And all the excitement has rubbed onto me as well.”
So who all invited for this quiet celebration? “Right now it’s just family, but you never know. My family may just decide to spring a surprise for me,” she said delightedly.
Birthdays mean gifts galore. “I wouldn’t like to share what Boneyji has gifted me, but I can tell you that it’s something wearable.
It’s beautiful and I plan to wear it tonight. However, the gifts that are closest to my heart are those given by my daughters. They’ve been writing beautiful letters and making birthday cards for me every year. There’s nothing more special and memorable for me,” gushed the doting mother.
Birthdays are more than just cakes and candles for this lovely lady. “Before I married Boneyji, I religiously used to visit Tirupathi on my birthdays. Other than that, visiting orphanages and old age homes were my priorities, after which I used to return home and celebrate the day with my sisters. Those days were so beautiful and carefree”, recalls the Sadma actress fondly “But birthday celebrations have changed for me now. It’s more about spending time with family. They are special, because I feel complete with family.”
And maybe it’s this ‘completeness’ that makes her so beautiful even today. “I think I look better today than I did yesterday,” she confesses, “That’s because I am happy. I feel a positive energy around me all the time. It’s very important to be happy and stress free, otherwise you age faster than you can imagine.”
And to make the occasion special Sri’s two pretty daughters Jahnavi, 12 and Khusi, 8 decorated the house. Getting away for a few minutes from the chaos of organizing a small birthday get-together, Sri excitedly informed us, “My daughters, I can see, have devoted the last two days planning out this day.
My husband has some grand plans, I assume. And all the excitement has rubbed onto me as well.”
So who all invited for this quiet celebration? “Right now it’s just family, but you never know. My family may just decide to spring a surprise for me,” she said delightedly.
Birthdays mean gifts galore. “I wouldn’t like to share what Boneyji has gifted me, but I can tell you that it’s something wearable.
It’s beautiful and I plan to wear it tonight. However, the gifts that are closest to my heart are those given by my daughters. They’ve been writing beautiful letters and making birthday cards for me every year. There’s nothing more special and memorable for me,” gushed the doting mother.
Birthdays are more than just cakes and candles for this lovely lady. “Before I married Boneyji, I religiously used to visit Tirupathi on my birthdays. Other than that, visiting orphanages and old age homes were my priorities, after which I used to return home and celebrate the day with my sisters. Those days were so beautiful and carefree”, recalls the Sadma actress fondly “But birthday celebrations have changed for me now. It’s more about spending time with family. They are special, because I feel complete with family.”
And maybe it’s this ‘completeness’ that makes her so beautiful even today. “I think I look better today than I did yesterday,” she confesses, “That’s because I am happy. I feel a positive energy around me all the time. It’s very important to be happy and stress free, otherwise you age faster than you can imagine.”
Thursday, August 13, 2009
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Monday, August 10, 2009
Happy Birthday Aoki May God Bless You............
Early life
was born in New York City, New York, and grew up in California and London, attending high school at The American School in London. Her Japanese American father, Rocky Aoki, a former Olympic wrestler, was the founder and owner of the Benihana restaurant chain until his death on July 10, 2008. Her mother, Pamela Hilburger, is a jewelry designer of German and English heritage.[1]
Aoki was discovered in New York at a Rancid concert she had gatecrashed. She started modeling when she was 13, the same year Aoki was introduced by her godmother to Kate Moss, who would later take the young Devon under her wing. She was signed onto Storm Model Management at age 14.
In 1998, at the age of 16, Devon replaced Naomi Campbell as the face of Versace. An A-grade student at school, Devon chose not to go on to college, believing that working and traveling offered her a "broader and deeper education" than a degree.
Career
Aoki has modeled for the fashion houses Lancôme, Chanel, and Versace. Aoki is 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m— an almost unheard of height for runway models, who are usually at least 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) height. Aoki has done ad campaigns for Chanel Ready to Wear, Chanel Couture by Karl Lagerfeld, Versace by Steven Meisel, YSL by Juergen Teller, Alessandro Del Aqua, Hugo Boss, Moschino, Ungaro, Fendi, Junko Shimada by Bettina Kimenda and Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons.
Early on in her career Aoki made cameo appearances in several music videos, including Duran Duran's "Electric Barbarella", Primal Scream's "Kowalski" (with Kate Moss), Elton John's "Something About the Way You Look Tonight", Ginuwine's "In Those Jeans" video and, later, in Ludacris' "Act a Fool". Music from this video was featured in the soundtrack of 2 Fast 2 Furious, which Ludacris and Aoki both appeared in. In 2006, she made an appearance in The Killers' video "Bones". Aoki has made a cameo appearance in the short films accompanying the new Sean Lennon album, Friendly Fire. She also played Anna in 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Undead.
Her acting career includes films like 2 Fast 2 Furious, D.E.B.S., Sin City, Dead or Alive, War and Mutant Chronicles. She did not have her driver's license prior to filming 2 Fast 2 Furious and had to learn to drive during filming.[3]
Aoki has joined L.A.'s International Creative Management for representation and The Firm for management.
Aoki has been on the cover of I-D magazine three times. She was also the face of Lancome cosmetics for four years. Aoki posed for renowned Singaporean photographer Leslie Kee for Kee's 2006 charity photo-book "Super Stars", dedicated to the victims of the 2004 Asian tsunami disaster, which consists of photographs of 300 Asian celebrities by Kee. The same year, Aoki posed for photographer Marc Baptiste’s book Nudes wearing a dress.
In September 2007, it was announced she was designing jeans line for Levi's, although the line was only available in Asia.[4]
Aoki recently made a return to the runway, walking for the Chanel Pre-Fall 2008 show in London. She is signed to 1/One Management New York (owned by her mother), d-Management Milan, and City Paris.
Trivia
Aoki lives on her own in Los Angeles, and keeps her personal life private.
She is interested in writing poetry, playing the drums and hanging out with her two pet snakes.
In 2006, Aoki's father, Hiroaki Aoki, sued four of his seven children for attempting to take control of the companies he founded. Devon, uninvolved in the family business, was not one of the four.[5]
Her half-brother, Steve Aoki, is a Los Angeles DJ and the founder of Dim Mak Records. Aoki also has three sisters—Ellie, Grace, and Echo—and three other brothers—Kyle, Kevin, and Cole Price
Ref:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devon_Aoki
was born in New York City, New York, and grew up in California and London, attending high school at The American School in London. Her Japanese American father, Rocky Aoki, a former Olympic wrestler, was the founder and owner of the Benihana restaurant chain until his death on July 10, 2008. Her mother, Pamela Hilburger, is a jewelry designer of German and English heritage.[1]
Aoki was discovered in New York at a Rancid concert she had gatecrashed. She started modeling when she was 13, the same year Aoki was introduced by her godmother to Kate Moss, who would later take the young Devon under her wing. She was signed onto Storm Model Management at age 14.
In 1998, at the age of 16, Devon replaced Naomi Campbell as the face of Versace. An A-grade student at school, Devon chose not to go on to college, believing that working and traveling offered her a "broader and deeper education" than a degree.
Career
Aoki has modeled for the fashion houses Lancôme, Chanel, and Versace. Aoki is 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m— an almost unheard of height for runway models, who are usually at least 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) height. Aoki has done ad campaigns for Chanel Ready to Wear, Chanel Couture by Karl Lagerfeld, Versace by Steven Meisel, YSL by Juergen Teller, Alessandro Del Aqua, Hugo Boss, Moschino, Ungaro, Fendi, Junko Shimada by Bettina Kimenda and Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons.
Early on in her career Aoki made cameo appearances in several music videos, including Duran Duran's "Electric Barbarella", Primal Scream's "Kowalski" (with Kate Moss), Elton John's "Something About the Way You Look Tonight", Ginuwine's "In Those Jeans" video and, later, in Ludacris' "Act a Fool". Music from this video was featured in the soundtrack of 2 Fast 2 Furious, which Ludacris and Aoki both appeared in. In 2006, she made an appearance in The Killers' video "Bones". Aoki has made a cameo appearance in the short films accompanying the new Sean Lennon album, Friendly Fire. She also played Anna in 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Undead.
Her acting career includes films like 2 Fast 2 Furious, D.E.B.S., Sin City, Dead or Alive, War and Mutant Chronicles. She did not have her driver's license prior to filming 2 Fast 2 Furious and had to learn to drive during filming.[3]
Aoki has joined L.A.'s International Creative Management for representation and The Firm for management.
Aoki has been on the cover of I-D magazine three times. She was also the face of Lancome cosmetics for four years. Aoki posed for renowned Singaporean photographer Leslie Kee for Kee's 2006 charity photo-book "Super Stars", dedicated to the victims of the 2004 Asian tsunami disaster, which consists of photographs of 300 Asian celebrities by Kee. The same year, Aoki posed for photographer Marc Baptiste’s book Nudes wearing a dress.
In September 2007, it was announced she was designing jeans line for Levi's, although the line was only available in Asia.[4]
Aoki recently made a return to the runway, walking for the Chanel Pre-Fall 2008 show in London. She is signed to 1/One Management New York (owned by her mother), d-Management Milan, and City Paris.
Trivia
Aoki lives on her own in Los Angeles, and keeps her personal life private.
She is interested in writing poetry, playing the drums and hanging out with her two pet snakes.
In 2006, Aoki's father, Hiroaki Aoki, sued four of his seven children for attempting to take control of the companies he founded. Devon, uninvolved in the family business, was not one of the four.[5]
Her half-brother, Steve Aoki, is a Los Angeles DJ and the founder of Dim Mak Records. Aoki also has three sisters—Ellie, Grace, and Echo—and three other brothers—Kyle, Kevin, and Cole Price
Ref:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devon_Aoki
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Happy Birthday Michelle Yeoh May God Bless You.....
Early life & career
Michelle Yeoh Choo Kheng was born to a prominent ethnic Chinese family in Ipoh, Malaysia on August 6, 1962. Her parents were Janet Yeoh and Dato' Yeoh Kian Teik, a lawyer and MCA politician.[2] She was very active when she was young and had a passion for dance. She started to study ballet at the age of four years old. At age 15, she went to England, accompanied by her parents, who enrolled her at a boarding school there. Yeoh later entered London Royal Academy of Dance, majoring in Ballet. However, a spinal injury shattered her lifelong dream of being a prima ballerina, and she consequently had to switch her focus away from dance to choreography and other arts. She later received a B.A. degree in Creative Arts with a minor in Drama.
In 1983, at the age of 21, Yeoh won the Miss Malaysia beauty pageant. She was also Malaysia's representative at the 1983 Miss World pageant in London. From there, she appeared in a television commercial with Jackie Chan which caught the attention of a fledgling Hong Kong film production company, D&B Films.
Yeoh's career in Hong Kong started with a few commercials for Charles Jourdan, opposite action movie heroes Jackie Chan and Chow Yun-Fat before being offered a film contract. The Charles Jourdan brand was handled by D&B Group in Hong Kong, run by Yeoh's future husband, Dickson Poon. In 1988, she retired from acting after marrying Poon. Three years later, the couple divorced and Yeoh returned to acting in 1992. Her first movie after the comeback was Police Story 3, which was partly shot in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Ascension to fame
Yeoh started her film career acting in action and martial arts films such as The Heroic Trio in 1993, and the Yuen Woo-ping films Tai Chi Master and Wing Chun in 1994. Yeoh has had no formal martial arts training and she relies on her dance training and instructors, and does many of her own stunts.[3]
Yeoh learned English and Malay before Cantonese, and cannot read Chinese characters. As she does not speak Mandarin, she learned the lines for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon phonetically.
She starred in the James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies as Wai Lin (1997). Natasha Henstridge was rumored to be cast in the lead Bond girl role but eventually Yeoh was confirmed.[4] Brosnan was impressed, describing her as a "wonderful actress" who was "serious and committed about her work".[5] He referred to her as a "female James Bond" in reference to her combat abilities. She wanted to perform her own stunts but was prevented because director Roger Spottiswoode ruled it too dangerous and uninsured. However, she did perform all of her fighting scenes.[6][7] Thereafter, she was offered the role of Seraph in the two sequels to The Matrix, but she could not accept due to a scheduling conflict (the Matrix writers then changed Seraph into a male character and cast Collin Chou in the role).[8] In 2002, she produced her first English film, The Touch through her own production company, Mythical Films.
In 2005, Yeoh starred as the graceful Mameha in the film adaptation of Memoirs of a Geisha, and she continued her English-language work in 2007 with Sunshine. In 2008, Michelle Yeoh also starred in the fantasy action film The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor with actors Brendan Fraser and Jet Li.[9]
Personal life
Yeoh is related to other famous Yeoh such as Yeoh Ghim Seng and Benjamin Yeoh. Her niece, Becky Yeoh, is also the subject of a internet viral hit, and parody music video, that was recorded in Cambridge in 2007, called ' Yeoh Technology', which can be seen at [http://www.zduk.co.uk ZD Studio's Youtube page.
Yeoh was previously married to Hong Kong businessman Dickson Poon, who owns businesses such as Harvey Nichols and Charles Jourdan.[10]
On 31 July 2008, after having been caught sleeping with in the Ferrari luxury motor home, Yeoh confirmed the rumor that she was engaged to Jean Todt, a leading figure in motor racing, during an interview with Craig Ferguson on CBS's The Late Late Show.
In March 2008, she visited Vietnam to film a documentary for the Asian Injury Prevention Foundation (AIPF).
Michelle Yeoh is also a supporter of the Save China's Tigers project which aims at saving the endangered South China Tiger through rewilding and release them into the wild. She has become an ambassador for this conservation project.[11]
Awards
On 19 April 2001, Yeoh was awarded the Darjah Datuk Paduka Mahkota Perak (DPMP), which carries the title Dato' by Sultan Azlan Shah, the Sultan of Perak, her home state, in recognition of the fame she brought to the state.[12] The award was given in conjunction with the Sultan's 73rd birthday celebrations. Dato is an honorary Malaysian title somewhat like a British knighthood, and it lies below the ranks of Dato' Seri, Tan Sri, and Tun.
On 25 November 2002, Michelle Yeoh was honored as The Outstanding Young Persons of the World (TOYP) (Cultural Achievement) by JCI (Junior Chamber International).
On 23 April 2007 President Jacques Chirac awarded her Knight of the Legion of Honour of France. The decoration was presented to her in a ceremony in Kuala Lumpur on 3 October 2007.[13]
Michelle Yeoh Choo Kheng was born to a prominent ethnic Chinese family in Ipoh, Malaysia on August 6, 1962. Her parents were Janet Yeoh and Dato' Yeoh Kian Teik, a lawyer and MCA politician.[2] She was very active when she was young and had a passion for dance. She started to study ballet at the age of four years old. At age 15, she went to England, accompanied by her parents, who enrolled her at a boarding school there. Yeoh later entered London Royal Academy of Dance, majoring in Ballet. However, a spinal injury shattered her lifelong dream of being a prima ballerina, and she consequently had to switch her focus away from dance to choreography and other arts. She later received a B.A. degree in Creative Arts with a minor in Drama.
In 1983, at the age of 21, Yeoh won the Miss Malaysia beauty pageant. She was also Malaysia's representative at the 1983 Miss World pageant in London. From there, she appeared in a television commercial with Jackie Chan which caught the attention of a fledgling Hong Kong film production company, D&B Films.
Yeoh's career in Hong Kong started with a few commercials for Charles Jourdan, opposite action movie heroes Jackie Chan and Chow Yun-Fat before being offered a film contract. The Charles Jourdan brand was handled by D&B Group in Hong Kong, run by Yeoh's future husband, Dickson Poon. In 1988, she retired from acting after marrying Poon. Three years later, the couple divorced and Yeoh returned to acting in 1992. Her first movie after the comeback was Police Story 3, which was partly shot in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Ascension to fame
Yeoh started her film career acting in action and martial arts films such as The Heroic Trio in 1993, and the Yuen Woo-ping films Tai Chi Master and Wing Chun in 1994. Yeoh has had no formal martial arts training and she relies on her dance training and instructors, and does many of her own stunts.[3]
Yeoh learned English and Malay before Cantonese, and cannot read Chinese characters. As she does not speak Mandarin, she learned the lines for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon phonetically.
She starred in the James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies as Wai Lin (1997). Natasha Henstridge was rumored to be cast in the lead Bond girl role but eventually Yeoh was confirmed.[4] Brosnan was impressed, describing her as a "wonderful actress" who was "serious and committed about her work".[5] He referred to her as a "female James Bond" in reference to her combat abilities. She wanted to perform her own stunts but was prevented because director Roger Spottiswoode ruled it too dangerous and uninsured. However, she did perform all of her fighting scenes.[6][7] Thereafter, she was offered the role of Seraph in the two sequels to The Matrix, but she could not accept due to a scheduling conflict (the Matrix writers then changed Seraph into a male character and cast Collin Chou in the role).[8] In 2002, she produced her first English film, The Touch through her own production company, Mythical Films.
In 2005, Yeoh starred as the graceful Mameha in the film adaptation of Memoirs of a Geisha, and she continued her English-language work in 2007 with Sunshine. In 2008, Michelle Yeoh also starred in the fantasy action film The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor with actors Brendan Fraser and Jet Li.[9]
Personal life
Yeoh is related to other famous Yeoh such as Yeoh Ghim Seng and Benjamin Yeoh. Her niece, Becky Yeoh, is also the subject of a internet viral hit, and parody music video, that was recorded in Cambridge in 2007, called ' Yeoh Technology', which can be seen at [http://www.zduk.co.uk ZD Studio's Youtube page.
Yeoh was previously married to Hong Kong businessman Dickson Poon, who owns businesses such as Harvey Nichols and Charles Jourdan.[10]
On 31 July 2008, after having been caught sleeping with in the Ferrari luxury motor home, Yeoh confirmed the rumor that she was engaged to Jean Todt, a leading figure in motor racing, during an interview with Craig Ferguson on CBS's The Late Late Show.
In March 2008, she visited Vietnam to film a documentary for the Asian Injury Prevention Foundation (AIPF).
Michelle Yeoh is also a supporter of the Save China's Tigers project which aims at saving the endangered South China Tiger through rewilding and release them into the wild. She has become an ambassador for this conservation project.[11]
Awards
On 19 April 2001, Yeoh was awarded the Darjah Datuk Paduka Mahkota Perak (DPMP), which carries the title Dato' by Sultan Azlan Shah, the Sultan of Perak, her home state, in recognition of the fame she brought to the state.[12] The award was given in conjunction with the Sultan's 73rd birthday celebrations. Dato is an honorary Malaysian title somewhat like a British knighthood, and it lies below the ranks of Dato' Seri, Tan Sri, and Tun.
On 25 November 2002, Michelle Yeoh was honored as The Outstanding Young Persons of the World (TOYP) (Cultural Achievement) by JCI (Junior Chamber International).
On 23 April 2007 President Jacques Chirac awarded her Knight of the Legion of Honour of France. The decoration was presented to her in a ceremony in Kuala Lumpur on 3 October 2007.[13]
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Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Wishing Kajol, a very Happy Birthday
Shakespeare once asked 'What's in a name?' The reason as to why he asked that was probably because, at that time, he surely must not have heard of 'Kajol'. The name Kajol immediately sends electrifying vibes to anyone and everyone who hears it.
Today, the whole of Bollywood is celebrating and has every reason to do so as it is the B-Day of its very own eternal 'Simran' aka Kajol and vice versa! Kajol, for starters, made her acting debut with Rahul Rawail's Bekhudi. Even though the film did not shine at the Box-Office, it gifted Bollywood its very own firebrand actress, Kajol, who later went onto become a name that's synonymous with many smash-hit films. While others demand a Numero Uno status, Kajol is (and forever will be) one actress who simply commands it! Baazigar, DDLJ, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Fanaa etc… are standing testimonies of the same!
Even though many may deny on the face of it, but the eternal truth remains that Kajol's recent comeback in Bollywood has been giving sleepless nights' galore to many heroines. Such is the power of Kajol!
Join Bollywood Hungama as we put our hands together in wishing this actress a "Very Happy Birthday" by posting your wishes below.
Today, the whole of Bollywood is celebrating and has every reason to do so as it is the B-Day of its very own eternal 'Simran' aka Kajol and vice versa! Kajol, for starters, made her acting debut with Rahul Rawail's Bekhudi. Even though the film did not shine at the Box-Office, it gifted Bollywood its very own firebrand actress, Kajol, who later went onto become a name that's synonymous with many smash-hit films. While others demand a Numero Uno status, Kajol is (and forever will be) one actress who simply commands it! Baazigar, DDLJ, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Fanaa etc… are standing testimonies of the same!
Even though many may deny on the face of it, but the eternal truth remains that Kajol's recent comeback in Bollywood has been giving sleepless nights' galore to many heroines. Such is the power of Kajol!
Join Bollywood Hungama as we put our hands together in wishing this actress a "Very Happy Birthday" by posting your wishes below.
Happy BirthDay Barack Obama God Bless You..
Barack Obama was born on the 4th August 1961, and is now the first African American to be elected as the President of the United States of America. Upon finishing high school, Obama moved to Los Angeles where he studied for two years at Occidental College. He then transferred to Columbia University in New York City, where he majored in political science with a specialization in international relations.
In late 1988, Obama entered Harvard Law School and was selected as an editor of the Harvard Law Review at the end of his first year, based on his grades and a writing competition. Then, in February 1990, he was elected president of the Law Review – the first black president of the Law Review. It was a full-time volunteer position functioning as editor-in-chief and supervising the Law Review's staff of eighty editors.
For twelve years, Obama was employed as a professor at the University of Chicago Law School, teaching constitutional law. From 1992 – 1996, he was classified as a Lecturer, but then became a Senior Lecturer from 1996 to 2004. He met his wife, Michelle, in 1989, whilst working at the Chicago law firm of Sidley Austin. Michelle was assigned as Obama's adviser at the firm and they began dating later that summer. They got engaged in 1991, and were married on October 3, 1992. The couple has two daughters, Malia Ann and Natasha.
In 1996, Obama was elected to the Illinois Senate, taking over from State Senator Alice Palmer as Senator from Illinois' 13th District. He was reelected to the Illinois Senate in 1998, and then again in 2002, however he lost a Democratic primary run for the U.S. House of Representatives in 2000, to Bobby Rush by a small margin. Obama resigned from the Illinois Senate in November 2004 following his election to the US Senate.
In February 2007, Obama announced his candidacy for President of the United States, and throughout his campaign emphasized the issues of rapidly ending the Iraq War, increasing energy independence, and providing universal health care. Finally, on November 4, 2008, Barack Obama defeated John McCain in the general election and became the first African American to be elected President of the United States.
Ref:http://www.celebritorium.com/celebrity-birthday/Barack-Obama-date-of-birth-August-04-1961-3.htm
In late 1988, Obama entered Harvard Law School and was selected as an editor of the Harvard Law Review at the end of his first year, based on his grades and a writing competition. Then, in February 1990, he was elected president of the Law Review – the first black president of the Law Review. It was a full-time volunteer position functioning as editor-in-chief and supervising the Law Review's staff of eighty editors.
For twelve years, Obama was employed as a professor at the University of Chicago Law School, teaching constitutional law. From 1992 – 1996, he was classified as a Lecturer, but then became a Senior Lecturer from 1996 to 2004. He met his wife, Michelle, in 1989, whilst working at the Chicago law firm of Sidley Austin. Michelle was assigned as Obama's adviser at the firm and they began dating later that summer. They got engaged in 1991, and were married on October 3, 1992. The couple has two daughters, Malia Ann and Natasha.
In 1996, Obama was elected to the Illinois Senate, taking over from State Senator Alice Palmer as Senator from Illinois' 13th District. He was reelected to the Illinois Senate in 1998, and then again in 2002, however he lost a Democratic primary run for the U.S. House of Representatives in 2000, to Bobby Rush by a small margin. Obama resigned from the Illinois Senate in November 2004 following his election to the US Senate.
In February 2007, Obama announced his candidacy for President of the United States, and throughout his campaign emphasized the issues of rapidly ending the Iraq War, increasing energy independence, and providing universal health care. Finally, on November 4, 2008, Barack Obama defeated John McCain in the general election and became the first African American to be elected President of the United States.
Ref:http://www.celebritorium.com/celebrity-birthday/Barack-Obama-date-of-birth-August-04-1961-3.htm
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Monday, August 3, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Happy Birthday Sonu Nigam May God Bless You............
Sonu Nigam made a sensational announcement on the eve of his birthday, that he wants to quit Bollywood playback singing. This may come as a huge shock to his fans and producers alike who consider Sonu as the best playback singer in Bollywood.
Sonu said , “This is something I have been thinking about for quite some time now and this year I decided to make a formal announcement on the eve of my birthday, that I now want to retire from singing. When I entered this industry, the only motive I had, was to earn name as a playback singer. By God’s grace, not only did I get immense fame as a playback singer but I also cut music albums, judged contests, anchored shows and also worked in a movie. After having done all this, I now feel it is prudent to make a graceful exit. I have a long-standing dream to own a farmhouse and practice agriculture or horticulture over there. That is what I now want to do. I certainly cannot just announce my farewell on a whim, leaving all my commitments unfulfilled. But I’ll begin cutting down on my work, such that if I am now singing a hundred songs, now it will be only thirty and then slowly diminish to nil.”
But we hope Sonu changes his mind, atleast for the sake of his fans …..
Ref:http://bollywood.celebden.com/?p=119
Sonu said , “This is something I have been thinking about for quite some time now and this year I decided to make a formal announcement on the eve of my birthday, that I now want to retire from singing. When I entered this industry, the only motive I had, was to earn name as a playback singer. By God’s grace, not only did I get immense fame as a playback singer but I also cut music albums, judged contests, anchored shows and also worked in a movie. After having done all this, I now feel it is prudent to make a graceful exit. I have a long-standing dream to own a farmhouse and practice agriculture or horticulture over there. That is what I now want to do. I certainly cannot just announce my farewell on a whim, leaving all my commitments unfulfilled. But I’ll begin cutting down on my work, such that if I am now singing a hundred songs, now it will be only thirty and then slowly diminish to nil.”
But we hope Sonu changes his mind, atleast for the sake of his fans …..
Ref:http://bollywood.celebden.com/?p=119
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Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Happy Birthday Sanjay Dutt May God Bless ..............
Celebrity astro numerologist Bhavikk Sangghvi predicts what’s in store for Bollywood’s most loved ‘bhai’– Sanju baba in days to come. Sanjay Dutt was born on the 29th July 1959, which makes him a Number 2 (Moon) person in numerology. He is a Leo (ruler Sun– Number 1) and his destiny number adds up to Number 6 (Venus). Being ruled by Number 2, he is automatically ruled by Number 7 (Neptune). “Sanju will be entering his 51st year (adds to 6) which indicates some great times in his personal life. On top of that, the year 2009, which adds up to No.2 is one of his best numbers and will further bring joyful moments. It seems his wish to be a father is likely to come true very soon,” predicts Bhavikk. “On the professional front, his next release ‘Blue’ adds up to No.7. Sanju is ‘karmically’ connected with Number 7 (Numbers 2 and 7 always go hand in hand) and so this film will earn him a lot of praise and appreciation. Later in ‘Aladin’ the title of the film adds up to No.6, which will further increase his fan following. In ‘Chatur Singh Two Star’ too, his character will be applauded,” says Bhavikk. But Bhavikk continues in the same breath, “The above mentioned films may not necessarily turn out to be big hits, but Sanju baba will only catapult his position with these films”. “I would advise him to wear a Yellow Sapphire to be set in gold for taking decisions more firmly and strengthening the bond with his family,” signs off Bhavikk. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BABA!
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Saturday, July 18, 2009
Wishing Priyanka Chopra a very happy Birthday
Posted: Saturday , Jul 18, 2009 at 1238 hrs
Even though she has 'PR' as her initial two letters in her name, she is one chic who just does not need any PR to be in the news. On the other hand, it's the term 'PR' that feels honoured and gratified to be a part of her name. We are indeed talking about the one and only gorgeously astonishing girl whom the world knows as 'Priyanka Chopra'. We would rather call her the 'Birthday Girl' as she celebrates her grand birthday this Saturday.
Hailing from a middle class family, Priyanka is a perfect example of ethics, morals, values and principles. Not just that, she is also an epitome of three vital ingredients that's required to be extraordinarily successful, viz., hard work, dedication and sincerity. All that it took for Priyanka is a win at the Miss India competition which eventually escalated her to an emphatic win at the Miss World pageant, followed by a galore of never-ending list of modeling assignments! After all of this, was her ultimate step towards superstardom which came in a golden platter called 'Bollywood'.
Ref:http://www.indianexpress.com/news/Wishing-Priyanka-Chopra-a-very-happy-Birthday/491101
Even though she has 'PR' as her initial two letters in her name, she is one chic who just does not need any PR to be in the news. On the other hand, it's the term 'PR' that feels honoured and gratified to be a part of her name. We are indeed talking about the one and only gorgeously astonishing girl whom the world knows as 'Priyanka Chopra'. We would rather call her the 'Birthday Girl' as she celebrates her grand birthday this Saturday.
Hailing from a middle class family, Priyanka is a perfect example of ethics, morals, values and principles. Not just that, she is also an epitome of three vital ingredients that's required to be extraordinarily successful, viz., hard work, dedication and sincerity. All that it took for Priyanka is a win at the Miss India competition which eventually escalated her to an emphatic win at the Miss World pageant, followed by a galore of never-ending list of modeling assignments! After all of this, was her ultimate step towards superstardom which came in a golden platter called 'Bollywood'.
Ref:http://www.indianexpress.com/news/Wishing-Priyanka-Chopra-a-very-happy-Birthday/491101
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
happy b'day rajesh.........god bless you
Profession: Music Director, Bollywood.
Rajesh Roshan's father was one of the all time great music composers of all times.Rajesh was more interested in taking up a job in an office with fixed timings.After Roshan Saab’s death his mother (Ila Roshan) started learning music under Faiyaz Ahmed Khan Saheb. Although he wasn’t much interested in learning music Rajesh used to sit with his mother . Gradually Rajesh began to get interested in what he was learning.Rajesh understood the minutest detail of composing music.
He quit studies when he was doing his college and approached Laxmikant Pyarelal who were extremely famous at that time. Rajesh shared a special relationship with Laxmikant, as the latter was very fond of him.Rajesh assisted Laxmikant Pyarelal for five years and Laxmikant never even felt once that this man would become his rival one-day. He worked with Laxmikant Pyarelal for several films right from V Shantaram’s Jal Been Machli to Raj Kapoor’s Bobby. Rajesh Roshan was very good friends with Shaukat Ali and Anwar Ali both of whom were Mehmood’s brothers. They introduced him to Mehmood was launching Kunwara BaapRajesh composed some scores of which Mehmood was very impressed and he signed him on as music director for Kunwara Baap . The same film happenend to be his first break. Mehmood and Rajesh Roshan had a long lasting relationship as he composed the music for all of Mehmood’s films.
Rajesh first film that tasted success was Julie.It had very good tracks like ' Julie i Love You', ' My heart is beating ' .. But even Lulie's success couldnot get much assignments for Rajesh . Rajesh Roshan paired up with director Basu Chatterjee to compose hit scores in films like Swami, Khatta Meetha, Des Pardesand Baaton Baaton Mein. Lata Mnageshkar's ‘Pal Bhar Mein Yeh Kya Ho Gaya’ from Swami is considered to be one of her best songs.
Rajesh rendered music to Amitabh Bachchan films like Khuddar, Mr. Natwarlal, Do Aur Do Paanch and Yaarana all of which had excellent music.
His later releases were Khudgarz, Khoon Bhari Maang, Kishen Kanhaiya, Khel, King Uncle, Karan Arjun or Koyla all the movies had wonderful music. In the year 1999 Rakesh Roshan launched his son Hrithik Roshan in Kaho Na Pyar Hai whoes music was
After the mega hit Rajesh got busy doing his next releases like Moksh, Aap Mujhe Aache Lagne Lage, and Koi Mil Gaya. While Moksh and Aap Mujhe Aache Lagne Lage didnt have much to talk about except for a few numbers , Rajesh was back to the top with Koi Mil Gaya music hitting the music charts. The film's box office collection was too good and picked up many awards.
Awards And Honors:
Award Song-Movie
Filmfare Award - 2000 Kaho Na pyar Hai
Filmfare Award - 1975 Julie
Best Of Rajesh Roshan:
Song Movie
Ek Pal Ka Jeena Kaho Na pyar Hai
Idhar Chala Main Udhar Chala Kaho Na pyar Hai
Koi Mil Gaya. Koi Mil Gaya
Jaati Hoon Main Karan Arjun
Chhookar Mere Man Ko Yaraana
Bhool gaya sab kuchh Julie
Dil kya kare jab kisi se Julie
My Heart Is Beating Julie
Ghunghte Mein Chanda Koyla
Saturday, May 23, 2009
happy b'day margaret......god bless you in heaven
Margaret Fuller's 199th Birthday - May 23, 2009
Mark your calendars, Margaret Fuller fanatics, itinerant Transcendentalists, and anyone else looking for a good time on Saturday, May 23.
A group of us who admire and honor the work, life, and legacy of Margaret have come together to plan for the bicentennial of her birth, which takes place next May 23, 2010.
We're seizing the moment of her 199th birthday to kick off the festivities. Please join us at 5 PM, May 23 (drilling in the date) at First Parish, 3 Church Street, Cambridge, MA, right in the heart of Harvard Square for a reception, featuring a stellar crowd, including:
“Margaret Fuller” (aka Jessa Piaia)
Laurie James (actor, author, Bicentennial Committee—New York area)
Megan Marshall (author, historian)
Judith Strong Albert (independent scholar, American Literature Association)
Jacqueline Schwab (pianist, historical documentaries by PBS filmmaker Ken Burns)
Jessica Lipnack (filmmaker with Ron Mortara, author—oui, c'est moi)
Melody Lee (First Parish in Cambridge Women’s Sacred Circle)
Dorothy Emerson (Unitarian Universalist minister, Bicentennial Comm—New England)
Proceeds from the event benefit the Margaret Fuller Bicentennial and will be matched by the Fund for Unitarian Universalism ($25 donation, light refreshments, great people). It's our good fortune that the reception coincides with the American Literature Association's annual conference here in Boston, where two panels about Margaret will take place. The scholars from those panels will join us for the reception.
And, early birds, I'll lead my annual expedition (2008 and 2007, both recorded here) to Margaret's memorial at Mount Auburn Cemetery at 9:30 AM on that very same day, Sat, May 23. As per last year, John Halamka, Japanese flute player and, oh, by the way, CIO of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, will be with us.
The Bicentennial Committee has kindly published "By genius belonging to the world," my tribute to Margaret on the committee's website. Come along and learn about Margaret's relatives, many of whom are buried there, including her parents and her famous descendent, Bucky Fuller and his wife, Anne Hewlett Fuller (that link takes you to a chain of posts about the Fuller family).
Enjoy a short reading from Margaret's work, some tidbits about Margaret's life, and, of course, singing Happy Birthday to this most remarkable of women.
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