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.

Ke$ha 'puts face on condom package'

Ke$ha has reportedly signed an exclusive deal with LifeStyles brand condoms.

The 'Tik Tok' singer will have her picture imprinted on the wrappings of 10,000 condoms provided by the company, according to TMZ.

LifeStyles agreed to provide the items free of charge to be "fired off into crowds" during her upcoming concert tour.

Ke$ha previously unveiled the idea in a recent interview.

Gwyneth Paltrow to make music album?

Gwyneth Paltrow has reportedly landed a 600,000-pound recording contract with Atlantic.

The actress caught the attention of the Warner Music-owned label after her starring role in new movie Country Strong and live performances at the Grammys and the Oscars, reports the Sun.

Gwyneth has already had chart success abroad. Two songs she performed from her 2000 film Duets went platinum in Australia.

But this would be the first time she has made an album.

Robert Pattinson finds theatre daunting

Robert Pattinson says that as much as he would like to appear in a theatre production, he fears his overzealous fans could spoil the experience.

“I love to do theatre stuff but right now I couldn’t imagine it being a good experience. I just couldn’t imagine it being anything other than people constantly taking photos and stuff.

“I think it’s too much for me to take. I need to have that separation. It’s like there’s too much energy in an audience,” the Daily Express quoted Pattinson as saying.

The British hunk, who plays vampire Edward Cullen in ‘Twilight’, is making the fourth film in the series, Breaking Dawn, in Canada.

Women are treated badly in developing countries, says Annie Lennox

Scottish singer Annie Lennox has admitted she had a 'wake-up call' when visiting developing countries.

The 56-year-old is doing her best to raise awareness of International Women's Day, which takes place annually on March 8 and aims to celebrate female achievements in the spheres of economics, politics and social changes.

Annie is well-known for her charity work, and this year she has visited developing countries such as Malawi in Africa, which made her realize there is still so much to be done in the realm of women's rights across the globe.

"My wake-up call came when I was visiting developing countries, where I saw women who weren't even near the bottom rung of the ladder and I realised women were being treated so badly and there were so many issues," Stuff.co.nz quoted her as telling British daytime television show This Morning.

"I do sometimes want time to myself but I am so motivated, I am so fortunate in my life. My children are more adult now and they are healthy. As a mother it is such a privilege to have healthy children and I feel so passionately about that and in my lifetime I want to help women move forward," she said.

"I don't do what I do to get awards. I want to be a voice for women who don't have a voice and don't have anywhere to go. I want to encourage them to make the transformation in their lifetime," added Annie.

Shahid Kapoor floored by 'Black Swan'

Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor, a trained dancer, is in awe of the critically acclaimed film "Black Swan", which features Oscar winning actress Natalie Portman as a New York-based ballerina.

The actor recently saw the Fox Star Studios' movie, and posted on Twitter: "BLACK SWAN...Stunningly poetic...What a violent interpretation of the serene swan lake...Bravo!!!!!!! In awe...Total respect (sic)"

"Black Swan" was released in India Feb 25 and is attracting audiences ever since Portman's performance won her the best actress Oscar award this year.

Mona Singh wants no 'star' on her wedding!
Unlike many others who dream of having Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan dance on their weddings, actress-anchor Mona Singh says she would rather be the star herself on her D-day!

"I wouldn't want any star to come to my wedding and hog the limelight. It will be my day so I would rather have people look at me than be awestruck by a Shah Rukh or any other star!" said Mona.

The "Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin" actress is currently hosting Imagine TV's "Shaadi 3 Crore Ki", where a middle class family is given the whopping amount to organise a wedding.

'Tanu Weds Manu' composer wants to work on R and B album
Music composer Krsna, who is riding high on the success of "Tanu Weds Manu" songs, desires to create an R and B album and market it internationally through the internet.

"I want to do something in the non-film scene too and I really hope to create an R and B album to reach out with my music to the world. The internet has made it so easy today to reach a pan-world audience and I would release my work through it," said Krsna.

"These days everyone thinks of reaching an international audience. Rahman's 'Jai Ho' was such an Indian song - yet it became a rage across the globe thanks to its popularity online. That's the best about music - it has no language and connects with all," he added.

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.

Watch out for Alien Mike Tyson in Men In Black III

WASHINGTON: One of the most lethal boxers of all times, Mike Tyson, is all set to make his impact yet again in the Hollywood with a role in the science fiction comedy movie Men In Black III.

The movie is due to hit cinemas in 2012 and also has franchise stars Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith. Mike Tyson will play an alien in the movie.

Mike Tyson, 44, told the Entertainment Weekly, “I’m also lined up to do Men in Black III. Probably an alien or something. I have no idea. But we’ll find out one day.”
Tyson is not a novice to the film industry as he had played a short role in The Hangover, released in 2009.

Talking about the sequel of The Hangover, the aggressive Tyson said, “It’s going to be amazing. I play Mike Tyson and playing Mike Tyson, you’re liable to see anything. That’s the privilege I have of being Mike Tyson”.

Exercise keeps me sane

Kate Winslet has credited exercise with helping her to feel good about herself following her split from ex-husband Sam Mendes.

The actress - who divorced from the American Beauty director in 2010 after seven years of marriage - admitted that she engaged in more physical activity after becoming single in order to feel healthier for her two children.

"That's the main reason I took it up... But I do feel... I don't know... part of, I suppose, my way out of everything, has been really taking care of myself," she explained to Vogue.

"I think that comes from an awareness that my children really need me, and they need me to be the healthiest version of myself that I can possibly be."

She went on to say that she feels good about her place in life now, adding: "I actually keep saying it out loud. Last night I went out for a drink with two friends and, as we were walking, I said, 'God, you know, I feel so good'.

"Not in a, 'Wow! I feel so good!' way, but just in that quiet centred way. I'm almost surprised by it. I feel well, I feel healthy. I feel clear. I feel centred."

Winslet also insisted that she is happy to be single.

Lindsay Lohan to sue jewellery store?

Lindsay Lohan is reportedly planning to sue the jewellery store that she allegedly stole a necklace from, after it released surveillance footage of the day in question.

TMZ reports that Kamofie & Company sold the distribution rights to the footage - showing Lohan looking at items in the shop - to the AP, which then arranged a deal with Entertainment Tonight to give exclusive rights to air the recording for seven days.

However, Lohan is said to be exploring her legal options, after claiming that the money made from the tape deal - rumoured to be around $40,000 (£24,750) - amounts to profiting from her image.

A representative for Kamofie & Company told the website: "We regret to hear there is trepidation by Miss Lohan in connection with the video.

"We hope that everyone understands that this is beyond our control; the flood of the requests to see this video were simply too overwhelming. It was truly necessary to put it out."

Lohan is currently facing felony grand theft charges over a necklace which the company claims the actress stole from the showroom. Lohan denies the accusation.

Sarah Ferguson clears part of 7million dollars debt thanks to Oprah

Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson has reportedly cleared out her pending debt with the money she earned from Oprah Winfrey's show.

According to the New York Post, Fergie has been taping a reality TV series, ‘Finding Sarah,’ for Winfrey''s OWN cable network, reports the Herald Sun.

And the show, now set to air sometime this summer, has helped the Duchess pay off a substantial portion of the 7 million-dollar debt hanging over her head.

She was caught on a hidden video camera trying to shake down a reporter posing as a business for 500,000 dollars in exchange for meeting her ex-husband, Prince Andrew.

Since then, she has fired most of her staff and been counseled by Winfrey''s financial guru, Suze Ormond, about living within her means.

A spokesman for Fergie said the Prince helped clear the debt but "there are a number of television and book projects in the pipeline this year, both in America and the UK, which will begin to bring in revenue."

Matt Damon hits out at Barack Obama

Actor Matt Damon has criticised US President Barack Obama for failing to fulfil his promises.

Damon campaigned heavily for Obama to win the presidential elections in 2008, but now feels bad on his failure to fix the US economy and unemployment problem, reports contactmusic.com.

"I think he's rolled over to Wall Street completely. The economy has huge problems. We still have all these banks that are too big to fail. They're bigger and making more money than ever," he told The Independent.

"Unemployment at 10 percent? It's terrible... They had a chance that they don't have any more to stand up for things. They've probably squandered that at this point. They'll probably just make whatever deals they can to try and get elected again," he added.

The actor says he isn't happy with Obama's handling of education in the country.

"They have to get people who actually know about educating kids in positions of power. Now they're trying to get business people to come and manage schools like they're factories. It's not going to work," he said.

My boyfriend is my hero

Socialite Paris Hilton has credited her boyfriend Cy Waits for saving her life when a burglar entered her home.

"He's (Waits) my hero... This guy came in with two huge knives... and Waits stopped him," dailystar.co.uk quoted her as saying.

The unnamed intruder was apprehended at Hilton's California home last year (October) by her security team. It was a second scare for Hilton -- in August last year, a man Nathan Lee Parada was arrested after he allegedly attempted to break-in while she was sleeping.

Amir Khan says no to sex!

It may not be good news for all the ladies who are desperate to go a few rounds with Amir Khan in the bedroom as the British boxer revealed that he is refraining from having sex.

The 24-year-old is in the middle of a gruelling, self-imposed sex ban and has vowed not to break it until after his next title defence at Manchester’s Men Arena on April 16, reports the Daily Star.

It means he’s not interested in romping with any of his female fans— including Katie Price.

“I don’t think you should have sex before a fight. Why risk one thing that may affect your performance when you can enjoy it later?” he said.

Urmila Matondkar stops show for Waman Hari Pathe Jewellers

Bollywood actor Urmila Matondkar was the showstopper for Waman Hari Pathe's (WHP) new 'Navinya' fusion concept jewellery here.

Attired in a black and beige gown designed by Archana Kochchar, Matondkar displayed the range designed to please the aesthetic sense with a combination of traditional and new elements here last evening.

The collection has traditional motifs prevalent in Maharashtrian jewellery like Bakuli flowers, Saaz, Thushi, Bor Mala from the Peshwa era and blended with contemporary trendy designs in gold and precious stones.

The country’s top models including Aanchal Kumar, Alicia Raut, Amruta Patki, Maushmi Badra, Dimple Patel, Aseef Merchant and Sajida Virji also walked the ramp with the collection, while dance choreographer Sandeep Sorparkar and his wife model Jesse Randhawan performed a dance routine.

Speaking to the media, Matondkar said she loved jewellery, not as an item of investment, but as something to wear.

"I love to wear jewellery, and would like to pick some up, whenever I get the time. My favourite from the Navinya collection were the solitaire, frame and bracelet pieces," she said.

The century old WHP, also launched their website on the occasion.

Depp leads "Rango" to top of box office

LOS ANGELES — Johnny Depp's "Rango," an animated tale about a chameleon who becomes sheriff to clean up the town of Dirt, earned $38 million to top North America's weekend box office, industry data showed Sunday.

"Rango," hailed by critics as clever and eccentric, proved in its debut weekend to be another successful pairing of Depp with director Gore Verbinski, who helmed the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise.
Matt Damon's thriller "The Adjustment Bureau" debuted at number two, taking $21 million, according to industry tracker Exhibitor Relations. It is based on a 1954 short story by Philip K. Dick ("Minority Report" and "Blade Runner").

Damon's character challenges his fate, which is closely managed by a team of mysterious men who do all they can to keep him on his predetermined path. Emily Blunt co-stars as Damon's love interest.

"Beastly" debuted in the third spot, with $10 million, after beastly reviews of the teen romance starring British heartthrob Alex Pettyfer and Vanessa Hudgens ("High School Musical") in a modern take on Beauty and the Beast. Critics cited subpar acting and clunky dialogue.

Raunchy comedy "Hall Pass" fell from first to fourth place, taking $9 million for the tale of married guys whose wives let them have affairs. It was directed by Peter and Bobby Farrelly.

Falling three spots to fifth was "Gnomeo and Juliet," which made $6.9 million, giving it a four-week total of $84 million. The G-rated animated retelling of Shakespeare's play features the voices of James McAvoy and Emily Blunt.

Liam Neeson's thriller "Unknown" was sixth with $6.6 million in its third week. The Irishman stars as a botanist who tries to piece together his life atfer a car crash.

"The King's Speech," which last weekend won several Oscars including best film, was next with $6.5 million, giving it a total of $124 million in 15 weeks.

The British royal drama was in a virtual tie with Adam Sandler's romantic comedy "Just Go With It," which earned $6.5 million in its fourth week.

Teen heartthrobs battled for the bottom slots.
The chiseled-tummied Pettyfer stars in "I Am Number Four," which was number nine, with $5.7 million in its third week. Pettyfer plays a teenaged alien refugee hiding on Earth from evil invaders who killed his family.
Shaggy-headed Justin Bieber was next, as his "Never Say Never" concert documentary was tenth with $4.3 million. The Canadian pop star turned 17 on March 1.(AFP)

Emma Watson to launch 'green' fashion line

'Harry Potter' star Emma Watson is busting into the high-fashion world, by collaborating with fashion house Alberta Ferreti to create an eco-friendly collection.

Watson, 20, is working on the 'Pure Threads' collection meant for "sensitive people, who want to be supportive of these kind of issues," the New York Post quoted Ferretti as telling WWD.

The designer said she was attracted to Watson because of her "freshness...spontaneity and simplicity."

"She is intelligent, with a strong personality, a young, modern girl," she said of the actress.

This is not Watson's first foray into the world of fashion; she modelled for Burberry's Autumn/Winter campaign in 2009 and appeared in their 2010 Spring/Summer campaign alongside her brother, Alex.

The British actress also began working as a creative adviser for People Tree, a fair trade fashion brand, in February 2010. Part of the proceeds of her Ferretti line will benefit People Tree.

"I'm pleased that a luxury brand such as Alberta Ferretti has decided to create ecological clothes," Watson said in a statement about her latest venture.

"I believe this is a big step forward for all of the international fashion industry, but also an important step for an increased sensitivity to the problem of ecology," she added.

Jennifer Hudson bounces back with new album, upcoming movie

Jennifer Hudson, who flaunted her slim figure at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards this year, is back with a bang.

The 29-year-old dropped from a size 16 to a size 6 in just 12 months after giving birth to her son David Jr. in August 2009 by following Weight Watchers (she's now their spokeswoman) and hitting the gym five times a week.

The Oscar-winning 'Dreamgirls' starlet's incredible transformation turned heads, as she looked svelte as ever in a tangerine Versace gown.

Hudson, who has been lying low since the tragic murders of her mother and brother in 2008, is re-entering the spotlight with a second studio album, 'I Remember Me,' out on March 22.

She also has a challenging new role as Nelson Mandela's wife in the upcoming biopic 'Winnie', reports the New York Daily News.

Hudson tells EW.com of her new album: "I named it 'I Remember Me' because I feel like in 29 years I 've led over four different lives.

"It is a disk of everything I've been through. I don't have much from my old stuff to grasp at, so the only way I remember me is from my voice or the scar on my hand. That's a part of me and I want to remember it all."

Blank Sex Book is a Best-Seller

What does every man think apart from sex? A British author says "nothing" and has written a book on it. Except that the book has just a cover and has 200 blank pages. Sheridan Simove's book is titled - What Every Man Thinks About Apart From Sex, the Daily Express reported.

Students across Britain have understood the joke and are flocking to bookstores to buy the 4.69-pound paperback.

The book has hit number 744 on the Amazon list, ahead of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code (number 2,910) and JK Rowling's Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix (2,406).

Nottingham University student Jess Lloyd said: "I bought a copy for my mate as a joke and he started using it as a note pad for lectures. Now everyone seems to have one. It's started a real craze on campus."

Fans have also joined in with book reviews.

"A must read for students studying anything to do with gender politics", "Couldn't put it down" and "Deeply insightful", a few reviews said.

One buyer even says, "I can't wait for the sequel!"

Sheridan, 39, is an Oxford University psychology graduate.

He said, "I never imagined in my wildest dreams that I would outsell Harry Potter."

Matt Damon, Ben Affleck paid for auditions from joint bank account

Matt Damon has revealed that he shared a bank account with best friend Ben Affleck before they rose to fame.

He said that they often used to share their funds to pay for audition trips.

"I started coming down here to New York by myself with money I had made in local commercials in Boston," the Daily Express quoted Damon as telling 'Piers Morgan Tonight'.

"Ben and I actually had a joint bank account and the bank account was money we had made from doing local commercials and we could only use it on trips to New York to audition.

"When I look back at that, a 16 and 14 year old, we were really young to be taking the bus by ourselves to New York and spending a day going to an audition - we were living adult lives as teenagers."