Kareena Kapoor remakes Mandakini wet sari scene

Kareena Kapoor has filmed a bathing sequence for new release Bodyguard.Filmed under a waterfall, the scene is inspired by Mandakini's translucent wet sari sequence in Ram Teri Ganga Maili.

Director Atul Agnihotri commented: "We shot the love song 'Teri Meri Prem Kahaani' with Salman Khan and Kareena recently. Kareena looked absolutely stunning in the sari.

"The audiences will surely enjoy the song and fall in love with her all over again."

The romantic track between Kapoor and Khan was completed in a three-day schedule at Mumbai's Film City.

Choreographer and Just Dance judge Vaibhavi Merchant worked with the actress on the production.

Mandakini retired from acting in 1999, marrying a Buddhist monk and becoming involved with the Tibetan movement in India.

Bodyguard, which unveiled its first teaser last month, is scheduled to release August 31.

Ritu Kumar to design Kareena wedding dress.

Kareena Kapoor has reportedly chosen Ritu Kumar to design her wedding dress.

The Ra.One star picked the designer to create an outfit for her planned wedding to Saif Ali Khan in early 2012, claims Mumbai Mirror.

"Ritu Kumar has a longstanding relationship with Saif's mum Sharmila Tagore, who has also walked the ramp for her on several occasions," a source told the newspaper.

"Kumar even photographed Sharmila and Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi for her coffee table on the costumes and textiles of Indian royalty in the '90s, where Sharmila wore the traditional Bhopali farshi paijama and dupatta that she wore on her wedding day in December 1969."

The choice of Delhi-based Kumar has suprised many commentators, who had expected Kapoor to choose her friend, Bollywood costume designer Manish Malhotra.

Kapoor and Khan will reportedly announce an official date for their wedding in the next few weeks.

The couple will be seen together in upcoming spy action thriller Agent Vinod.

Heroine is my movie, "Kareena Kapoor"

Kareena Kapoor has broken her silence on speculation that she may be taking on Madhur Bhandarkar's Heroine.

The film was shelved after lead actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan announced her pregnancy.

Kapoor is quoted by the Mumbai Mirorr as saying: "The whole world knows that Heroine is my movie, that it was written for me and Madhur was in talks with me. I couldn't do it because of date problems so he moved on. What happened in between is not my concern.

"I don't have any dates until January next year, so I'm not going to sign on any movie until October. I'm really keen to work with Madhur, but you'll have to wait for an official announcement."

Kapoor was Bhandarkar's original choice for the film but the 30-year-old had reportedly refused the project because she felt the content was too bold for her.

However, Kapoor denied that she had ever insisted on 'toning down' the movie's intimate scenes, saying: "I liked the script that was narrated to me. If the director is open to discussion, we'll talk more ... He brings out a different side to an actor.

"I've always been an experimental actor rather than just a singing-dancing, glamorous star. I made my debut with the off-beat Refugee and did Chameli when I was 22. I'm open to all kinds of cinema."

Although Kapoor was the original choice for the title role, the movie was launched at this year's Cannes Film Festival with Rai Bachchan in the part.

Kareena Kapoor credits her glow to yoga

MUMBAI: Bollywood actress Karena Kapoor has credited her glow to a healthy balanced diet and yoga. Kareena Kapoor is in the habit if practicing yoga on a daily basis and indulges in a strict routine of two hours of power yoga everyday followed by uninterrupted meditation.

A source close to the star says that yoga has not just done wonders for Kareena and has filled her with a lot of positive energy that reflects on her face.

Kareena in ‘Once Upon A Time In Mumbai’ sequel

MUMBAI: Apparently, Kareena Kapoor has been signed on for the ‘Once Upon A Time In Mumbai’ sequel, opposite Akshay Kumar.While there was speculation about everyone from Katrina Kaif to Priyanka Chopra being approached for the role of the gangster's glamorous moll, it's Bebo who has walked away with the honours!

Kareena Kapoor 'recreates Jab We Met look'

Kareena Kapoor's new film Bodyguard will see her styled in a similar look to her character in Jab We Met.

Although the Atul Agnihotri project is being shot on a closed set at Goregaon's Film City, images of the star have been leaked.

"Those who liked me as Geet in Jab We Met, will hopefully be happy with this look," Kapoor told the Hindustan Times.

The actress is reportedly wearing traditional salwar-kurta outfits in the film, similar to her 2007 hit opposite Shahid Kapoor.Kapoor also indicated that audiences would appreciate Salman Khan's look in the remake of the southern film.

She said: "Salman's looking really hot. I'm going to be the envy of all the girls."
Kapoor and Khan were last seen on screen together in the commercially underperforming Main Aur Mrs Khanna.

Kareena Kapoor waxwork unveiled on Khan's birthday?

Kareena Kapoor's waxwork statue will reportedly be revealed at Madame Tussauds on her boyfriend Saif Ali Khan's birthday, according to a new report.

The London tourist attraction officially quashed the rumours last month, saying that they would be concentrating their attentions on a statue of Hrithik Roshan.

Fellow Bollywood stars including Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Salman Khan are already featured in the gallery.

However, the speculation over the statue has started again with an insider telling The Times of India that the actress has been travelling to London to "check the statue".

The source said: "By sheer default, her waxwork may be made public on the Indian Independence day weekend (August 15-16) that also coincides with Saif's 41st birthday (August 16)."

Kapoor had her famously size zero measurements taken by Tussauds staff four months ago, but has kept any other details of the statue secret, according to the paper.

The source added that the actress is planning to spend the weekend of the unveiling with Khan, her parents and sister Karisma in London.

Madame Tussauds denies Kareena Kapoor rumour

A wax model of Kareena Kapoor is not scheduled to feature at Madame Tussauds, an official has confirmed.

A spokesperson from the London attraction told DS that current media reports regarding Kapoor's inclusion are false.

"Madame Tussauds London can confirm that a figure of Kareena Kapoor will not be launched at the attraction this year," the spokesperson revealed. "In January of this year, a figure of Hrithik Roshan was launched, so we are very much concentrating all our efforts on this activity for 2011."

The company stated that it has already decided which figures will be included in its museums up until the end of 2012.

"Madame Tussauds now operates 12 global attractions and are delighted that Bollywood fans are able to visit their idols in other locations," the official continued. "We are sure an announcement regarding the next Bollywood star to have the honour of being immortalised at Madame Tussauds will follow shortly when it is appropriate to do so."

Actors Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan and Salman Khan are all featured at the London venue. Credit: Digital Spy

Kareena Kapoor 'to have Madame Tussauds model'

Kareena Kapoor is said to be the next Hindi film star to get a wax replica displayed at Madame Tussauds.
Kapoor will be the newest Bollywood star at the London attraction, following Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan.

A source for The Times of India said: "[Kapoor's] thrilled, but doesn't want to confirm before going through all the formalities.

"After meeting the Tussauds management she will then sit with the creative team and decide the look for the figure. There will be measurements taken and then the process begins."

The actress, who is presently undertaking filming commitments in south India, is expected to travel to the UK shortly to sit for the model-making process.

"She's in Pondicherry shooting with Aamir [Khan] for Reema Katgi's film and her schedule is pretty packed. However, she plans to take time out and head to the UK," added the insider.

Hrithik Roshan's recently-unveiled waxwork model was launched by the actor in January.

Kareena Kapoor 'refuses to endorse chicken'

Kareena Kapoor has turned down the offer of becoming a brand ambassador for a chicken product.

The actress, once voted the world's sexiest vegetarian by PETA, is known to be a strict vegetarian, reports Mumbai Mirror.

"If my fans are looking up to me and have turned vegetarians then I am happy about it. I am a pure vegetarian and it helps me keep fit and healthy," Kapoor said.

After winning the PETA award in 2008 following an appearance in a bikini in a Yash Raj film, the actor announced: "I am aware that my fans have liked my look in Tashan. If they turn vegetarian for that, then I am glad I set an example."

Kapoor recently asked the director of Short Term Shaadi to change the script so that she would not have to eat scrambled eggs in a scene.

The Jab We Met star is also credited with persuading actor Vivek Oberoi to give up meat.

Dabanng star Sonu Sood last week posed shirtless for a vegetarian campaign for PETA.

Aishwarya Rai 'replaces Kareena Kapoor'

Aishwarya Rai is reported to have accepted the title role in Heroine, which Kareena Kapoor had earlier turned down.

The Guzaarish star is expected to officially confirm her collaboration with Madhur Bhandarkar at the Cannes Film Festival, reports PTI.

A source for the news agency revealed: "Aishwarya has agreed to be part of the project. Madhur and Aishwarya both will make the final announcement of this project at the Cannes Film Festival on May 13."

Kareena Kapoor had earlier been linked to the film from director Bhandarkar, but later turned down the part.

Speaking of the casting change, the source added: "The main story of Heroine by and large remains the same, though little changes have been made in the script."

2011 marks Rai's tenth appearance at the annual film festival.

Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif film confirmed

Yash Raj Films have announced that Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif will be collaborating on an upcoming Aditya Chopra project.

The film, titled Ek Tha Tiger, stars the two actors in lead roles.

Yash Chopra commented on the new production: "Everyone knows my association with Salim Saab, having worked together on Deewaar, Trishul and Kaala Patthar. It is a very happy moment for me and YRF to have his son Salman with us for the first time.

"Over the years, Salman has become a very mature and talented actor and both he and the beautiful Katrina have a tremendous connection with their audiences."

Khan, who will be working with the production house for the first time, said: "It is a very ambitious project and will be a challenge for all of us, but that's exactly what makes it such a big draw. Above all this, I'm honoured to be working with Yashji, who has worked so closely with my dad in the past."

The OST to the film will be composed by Pritam, the film company confirmed.

Ek Tha Tiger starts shooting on July and is scheduled for a mid-2012 release.

Saif Ali Khan waiting for Kareena Kapoor?

Saif Ali Khan is reportedly waiting for Kareena Kapoor to set a time and a date for their wedding.
The divorced actor is said to have already proposed to his long-term girlfriend and Kurbaan co-star.

Speaking to The Times of India, a source said: "Saif is ready. Saif is waiting for Kareena to get ready. She has to [return] to him with the date and time!"

According to the paper, a date for the big event will be announced after the release of their James Bond-inspired film Agent Vinod.

Khan's mother Sharmila Tagore recently said in an interview that she expects the pair to get married soon.

Kareena Kapoor 'insists on branding'

Kareena Kapoor allegedly threw a tantrum on the set of Bodyguard after she was asked to use a different netbook on set from the one she promotes in advertisements.

The actress is currently a brand ambassador for a so-called 'size zero' Indian netbook.

A source told Mumbai Mirror: "When a netbook of another make was given to her, she threw a fit and refused to shoot.

"She even went as far as to insist that the 'size zero' netbook be used in all her scenes in the film."

Kapoor confirmed that she used the same netbook in every scene because of her loyalty towards the brand.

The Kurbaan star is known for her sponsorship deal with companies in India, including the retail chain Globus, the scooter firm Mahindra and the handbag line LAVIE.

She can be seen using the computer in the upcoming romantic film co-starring Salman Khan, which is a Bollywood remake of a Malayalam hit.

Shahrukh Khan "Tom Cruise of Bollywood"

Kareena Kapoor has admitted that she has no desire to make it in Hollywood because it is too much work.

The Kurbaan actress also compared co-star Shah Rukh Khan to Tom Cruise, The Times of India has reported.

Speaking to the paper, she said: "I think Shah Rukh is our answer to Tom Cruise. For me he is bigger than Tom Cruise.

"And talking of Hollywood... to get a role there you have to give screen tests, park yourself there for about seven to eight months, and then maybe you'll get a two-bit role. I'd rather enjoy the best of Bollywood."

However, it was rumoured in January that the star had met with Hollywood agents.

She will next be seen in the film Bodyguard, starring opposite Salman Khan.

Hrithik, Kareena in Imtiaz Ali's next?

Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor who were earlier seen in Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham, Yaadein, Mujhse Dosti Karoge, Main Prem Ki Deewani Hoon would be seen together after many years in Jab We Met director Imtiaz Ali's next, reports Mid Day.

A source however says the casting might not happen at all. "But that's far from true. Don't they know history? Bebo was supposed to be part of Kaho Naa Pyar Hai, remember? Though she's done films with her once special friend in a lot of movies and has maintained cordial relations, the past does haunt, no?"

But Kareena Kapoor who must be keen on repeating her Jab We Met success might take up the offer with or without Hrithik.

Kareena Kapoor joins Shakti campaign, bats for women

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor has agreed to support NDTV's campaign Shakti, aimed at fighting violence against women.

Kareena feels very strongly for the cause of women's emancipation, and hopes for their betterment in India, according to a source close to the actress.

The 30-year-old is especially appalled with the way women, irrespective of their socio-economic status, have become so vulnerable. She is trying to persuade citizens to sign a special petition to be presented to President Pratibha Patil as part of the campaign.

"Kareena feels that this will help spread widespread awareness amongst the common man," said a source.

A spokesperson on behalf of NDTV said the channel is glad with Kareena's support.

"Kareena Kapoor joining NDTV for the Shakti campaign is a major boost for us, because she represents the modern, fearless woman of today and her endorsement will enable others who look up to her as a role model to speak out as well."

The campaign was launched as part of the 100th International Women's Day Tuesday.

I will never wear a bikini on screen

Kareena Kapoor has reiterated that she will never wear a bikini on screen again.

The 3 Idiots actress will next be seen in the upcoming Bodyguard opposite Salman Khan.

Speaking to the Times of India, she said: "I don't have the patience to go through the whole regimen that needs to be in place for your body to look bikini-perfect.

"So I've decided that I will not wear a bikini on screen again."

However, she added her boyfriend Saif Ali Khan found her "very hot" in a two-piece.

Kapoor last wore a two-piece in Tashan and Kambakkht Ishq.

Rani excited about her reunion with Aamir & Kareena

Life has come full circle for Bollywood's feisty actress, Rani Mujherjee'>Rani Mukherjee with her upcoming film (tentatively titled THE ACT OF MURDER) being directed by Reema Kagti. The film is being touted as reunion of sorts as it not only marks the return of Rani with Aamir Khan, with whom she gave her first major hit in the form of GHULAM but also the coming together of Rani and Kareena, who last worked in MUJHSE DOSTI KAROGE (2002).

Rani gets nostalgic about her association with the superstar. 'It's always wonderful working with Aamir because I get to learn a lot from him. Aamir is one person who is a very close friend, with whom I began my career. I am looking forward to this film. Kareena and me both learn from him,' says Rani.

With respect to Kareena she says, 'It's great working with her! Kareena and I worked in the film MUJHSE DOSTI KAROGE about eight years back. And now we are back together so it is very exciting. We met recently and are really happy about the fact that we both are in the film'

It's quite surprising to know that the three highly talented actors of Bollywood Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji and Kareena Kapoor, who are known as powerhouse performers, who have acting in their blood, from whom people take their acting lessons, are attending acting workshops for their forthcoming film. 'We actors also keep studying. We have to keep going to our own finishing schools to refine our skills,' says the 32-year-old actor candidly.

When probed about the film title (THE ACT OF MURDER) Rani in her trademark style answered, 'Really is that the one? I am sorry I was not aware of the title.' 'I don't think this is true,' quips Rani.

With the merging of three stalwarts, Rani, Kareena and Aamir surely expect fireworks at the Box-office when the film releases!

Storm in Japanese garden over Salman-Kareena shoot

The shooting of Bollywood film Bodyguard starring Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor in the Pune Okayama Friendship Garden (POFG) has kicked up a storm of protest. Members of the Association of Friends of Japan (AFJ) and other regulars are miffed that people were denied use of the unique garden for the duration of the shoot and add that the facility was damaged by the film crew.

Angry with the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) for allowing the shoot, members of AFJ now plan to take up the matter with civic body, the state government and even the Okayama state government.

"We are very upset over the PMC's granting of permission for shooting at the garden.

It is shocking that we were not even informed about it, " said Sameer Khale, president, AFJ.

The PMC laid the garden with Japanese Government funds and technical support on the premises of the Pu La Deshpande Udyan on Sinhagad Road in 2003. This is the first time a Bollywood film is being shot there.

The shooting took place over the past three days. Over 2, 000 people who visit the POFG regularly were stopped from entering the premises. The PMC was paid Rs 50, 000 rent by the producer for the three days of shooting.

"I got to know about the shooting when I saw a crowd. We are taking up this issue with the PMC and the state government, with whom the agreement was made by the Okayama state to create a Japanese garden, " Khale said.

Anant Kulkarni, a senior citizen residing in the area, said that the PMC does not allow even visitors who are charged an entry fee of Rs 5 to step on the beautiful lawns, but it allowed the shooting in which the lawn was used in a big way. Kulkarni said the shooting also resulted in some damage to the lawns.

Mandira Chachar, POFG ticket window clerk, said, "We faced a lot of inconvenience as the garbage created by the crew of the film was a lot and out staff members had to do all the cleaning. On Sunday many senior citizens went back disappointed as the garden was closed the entire day. There is a total loss of Rs 10, 000 in revenue over these three days of shooting."

Gardener Viththal Chandare said that food for the crew was prepared on the premises of Pu La Deshpande Udyan and plastic plates and bottles were strewn around.

"We all heaved a sigh of relief after the crew left late in the evening on Monday, " he said.