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Imran’s Cute Gesture
The other day due to unforeseen circumstances Imran Kahan was forced to travel by economy class. Naturally everyone in that section was quite excited to see the actor take his seat amidst them. They converged on him in a bid to get his autograph. A kid in the corner wanted to click a photograph with the actor. But the cabin crew wouldn’t allow pictures as it was against the airline’s policies. The dejected kid returned to his seat. But imagine his surprise when after the flight, the actor went up to him and his mother and asked them for a picture. The kiddo couldn’t believe his luck and went home smiling all the way.

Kajol’s Angry With Ajay!

Kajol has reason to be angry. Very angry. And the reason has hubby Ajay Devgn scratching his head in sheer embarrassment. So what’s the reason? It’s Ajay’s total lack of time to catch Kadz’s brilliant movies. Apparently, his hectic schedule still hasn’t allowed him to catch wifey’s My Name Is Khan. And when he was asked if this was true, he had no answer.
“I promised her I’d catch it. And I will. Just as soon as I’m done with all my release work for Once Upon A Time In Mumbai. But I’m proud of one thing. I’ve caught the promos of We Are Family and I think she’s looking great in it as always. In fact, I plan to catch that and MNIK too,” grinned Devgn. But actually, the lad’s been working so hard it’s not even funny.

Sonam Troubles Abhay!

Oh no! Get ready to put on the calories. And if you can put on weight by just watching a movie, then Aisha is it for weight gain. Simple. It has a ‘calorie couple’ in it. That’s what Sonam Kapoor and Abhay Deol are. In an interview many differences cropped up between the two, showing that they are as different as chalk and cheese. Getting a trifle upset at Abhay’s constant teasing, she retorted, “You are such a Chocolate boy in this movie. Remind you of any real life comparison?” Taken aback, Abhay retorted, “Chocolate boy, me? Far from it. In fact, you are the Lollipop girl. All sugar and candy.” At which her mild irritation subsided and she laughed, “So much sweetness happening. We will all get fat.” But the name has stuck. The Choco boy and Lollipop girl may be saccharine sweet to each other, but for one minute don’t miss the spice. It’s all there sweeties

Adnan SAMI'S Third InningsA

SAMI'S
Third Innings

Exactly a year after his second marriage fell apart, the singer-composer wed Roya in January. In an exclusive interview, the newlyweds talked about their hush-hush wedding, dealing with controversies surrounding his previous relationships and wanting kids

If he could have had his way, Adnan Sami would have proposed to Roya Faryabi in a dhaba. But carefully considering his Afghani, Munich-based wife's delicate disposition, the singer-composer went traditional, choosing a candle lit dinner at a posh restaurant and slipping the ring on her finger in one smooth move before she could even blink. “She exclaimed, 'What is this?’” remembers Adnan 34, with Roya 25, giggling softly by his side, “I said, 'Well, it's not candy, but it's as sweet.' I was over the moon when she accepted. I adore Roya.”
That was almost three months ago. On the evening of Jan. 29, at a private nikah ceremony at Adnan's plush home in Mumbai, the two became man and wife. The only guests were the couple's immediate family members, including Adnan's 15-year-old son Azaan.

'I Would Love To Sing For Pak Movies' “I love Pakistan a lot and if any good offer comes from Lollywood, I would love to render my voice for Pakistani movies,” says Adnan who was on a short visit to Lahore alongwith his third wife. “My wife Roya has accompanied me on this trip to Lahore. I am eager to show her around this historically rich city and to let her taste the true flavours of Punjab's exotic cuisine” Adnan expressed his views in an exclusive interview. He further added that it is a bitter reality that the Indian film music is rapidly reaching the pinnacle of success and has gained worldwide fame and popularity whereas Pakistani music industry still has to go extra miles to get recognised at the international level. He was of the view that Pakistani too has a treasure trove of gifted musical singers. Like in every other field, he said that Pakistan and India need to cooperate in the field of music and film also so that artists from both the nations would get equal opportunity to display their talent. Answering a question, he said that he was of the view that the marriage of Indian tennis star with Shoaib Malik is a very positive step towards pacifying the rivalry between the two nations. While speaking about his meeting with Nawaz Sharif, Adnan said, “I am grateful to him for the love and respect he had shown for me and Roya.”

The bride wore a traditional lehnga for the first time, a peacock-blue ethereal creation, and the groom a midnight blue raw silk achkan, both designed by their good friend, designer Shahid Amir. “The ring Adnan slipped on my finger was so special because this is the first gift that Baba gave Ammijaan (Adnan's mother)” reveals Roya, holding up an eternal band of diamonds. “My ring for Adnan is unique too. I lost my brother a few years ago and my mother had designed this gold band for his wedding. We were shocked when she gave it to Adnan. It was a priceless gesture.”
Ironically, Adnan and Roya wed exactly a year after his second marriage fell apart and his then wife Sabah Galadari went to the police station, accusing the singer of domestic abuse. On the night of Jan. 29, 2009, Sabah alleged that things turned ugly after a furious row and Adnan hurt her with a cigarette butt - charges that the singer has hotly refuted.
Today, the memory lingers, but Roya and Adnan have put it behind them and happily so, they are even able to make light of it. “When I proposed, I told Roya, 'You do know that I have a reputation for domestic violence?' She replied, 'Don't worry. I'm a black belt in taekwondo, my five sisters know karate and my father is a retired army general,” narrates Adnan.
Despite it being marriage No. 3 for Adnan, the two have hurtled into love since the moment they set eyes on each other six months ago, when Roya dropped by with her family to watch the singer during a recording at a studio in Suburban Mumbai. Adnan was love struck immediately, while Roya was wooed by his charm, his constant messaging and phone calls.

While the two were faintly acquainted with each other because their fathers, both diplomats, had been friends, they met for the first time last year. The couple feel their love is destined; after all, Roya is a technical engineer with a telecommunications company in Germany and it is only her strong passion for classical music that drew her to pop

When Adnan Broke Into Tears… Adnan Sami Khan broke into sobs while listening to the song, 'Awaz de kahan hai, dunya meri jawan hai' sung by Saira Naseem. She was invited to perform at the reception hosted by PPP's General Secretary and Senator Jehangir Badar in honour of Adnan and his wife. When Saira noticed tears in Adnan's eyes, she paused for a while and said, “I am singing here to make you happy not to bring tears in your eyes,” to which Adnan Sami replied, “This song reminds me of my father, it was his absolute favourite.”

by Adnan's recording that particular day.
“I'm a traditional girl, even though we've lived many years in Munich. When marriage proposals came for me, I always had several questions in my head. With Adnan, I had none. I completely trusted him. In fact, I used to ask him, 'Why is this going so fast?'” Roya reveals, shaking her head in amazement. It was Adnan's deep caring nature and love that attracted Roya; she says the singer was always there for her, even starting her day in Munich by enquiring whether she had eaten breakfast.
Roya began flying down often to meet Adnan, their love blossoming in spite of being miles apart. One of the most important visits included her first introduction to Adnan's teenaged son Azaan, who mostly lives with his mother in Karachi. “It was essential for me to know what my child felt because I got Azaan back after 10 years,” says Adnan. “They first met as friends at a dinner I hosted for both our families. After the meeting, I asked him, 'Bachche, what do you think?' He said, “Babs (short for Baba), honestly, go for it!” Adnan laughs that his new wife and Azaan are so thick today that on movie nights, they gang up against Adnan's fondness for old classics.
It all spells out happily ever after, but like every couple, Adnan and Roya have shared the bad and the good. The singer's relationship with first wife Zeba is cordial today and he admits that the marriage fell apart because they “grew out of each other”.
Last year, he extricated himself from a messy divorce with Sabah. The singer claims that Sabah couldn't handle his female fans fawning over him and that she had scant respect for his parents. “My family is sacred to me. You mess with them, you mess with me,” he said.
Adnan remarried Sabah in April 2007, three years after they first divorced in April 2004.
It's a lot of baggage for a new relationship and Roya says it's important that the two trust each other totally.
Despite the scars from previous marriages, the couple hasn't signed a pre-nup. How is this marriage different from Adnan's previous two? “Well, it's pleasant!” he says and laughs, then sobers up, “Every marriage has its good moments. It's what destiny ordains. Roya understands my profession and that when female fans go berserk, it's because of my persona. It's not easy seeing your husband like that, but what's important is trust and communication.”
With things turning so acrimonious with Sabah, Adnan's property too got dragged into the battle as he had transferred some flats in his ex-wife's name. Posed with the question whether he would buy property in Roya's name, Adnan pauses dramatically and grimaces, while Roya hurriedly states that she wouldn't even want him to. “I'm an emotional Leo. I learn my lesson, then I go and make my next mistake!” admits Adnan.
Now that they've found each other, it's difficult being apart. Roya plans to continue working for the same telecom company, but is already winding up things in Munich so that she can make Adnan's “house into a home”. And yes, children are on the cards and the musician claims Roya's warmth, beauty and understanding have made him look forward to the future. “You have to admit, she was pretty much dived into the deep end of the pool when she agreed to marry me. She gives me strength because she is a home-maker and has such unconditional love,” Adnan says. In the

The Visit To Lahore After the third fairytale wedding of renowned (read notorious) singer Adnan Sami Khan, the dude recently decided to take his better half Roya Faryabi, to Lahore and then his hometown Islamabad. The trip was to better acquaint Roya with his country and traditions. On hearing of their arrival quite a few political parties as well as their family and friends threw amazing bashes for them. After all, Pakistanis had to let the girl know of their hospitable ways and manners. Besides meeting friends and family, on the agenda was a tour of the historical sites of the city which was however stunted due to Adnan's sudden health issues. It was during their stay in the city that the couple visited the Nawaz clan at Raiwind. Adnan later revealed that during their meeting Sharif and he had discussed various issues including music. It was at this point that Adnan came up with a plan of singing with Sharif who is known for his love of music. In fact not just Nawaz, but Shahbaz Sharif is also famous for his singing talent. Shahbaz has been known to intersperse his public addresses with his singing. Let's see what political concoction brims out of this duo's musical cup.

meantime though, the couple has two wedding receptions, in Munich and Mumbai, to plan.
A couple of years ago, the singer had admitted that he endured an arduous battle with the bulge to woo back Sabah. What would he do for Roya? “Lose more weight?” he says with a laugh, “Seriously, Roya is the love of my life and I will go out of my way to make her happy.”

Pakistan's Malik to marry Indian tennis star Sania Mirza

Shoaib Malik to Marry Sania Mirza in April 2010

Shoaib Malik is likely to tie knot with Indian tennis player Sania Mirza next month according to reports by Geo News.

Shoaib has formerly been engaged to Ayesha Siddiqui earlier in 2002 who claims to be married to the former Pakistani cricket captain. Ayesha’s father has also tried to threaten Shoaib to give Ayesha divorce before proceeding any ahead.

Based on the news by Geo, Shoaib’s mother has met Sania’s parents and approved her as her future daughter in law

India’s leading publication Reddif mentioned

Sania and Shoaib fell in love some six-and-half months ago and it could be the reason for the breaking up of Sania’s engagement with childhood friend Sohrab Mirza.

As reported by Geo, the walima reception will take place on 16th and 17th and of April.

Katrina Kaif in Yellow Label Tea

My Name Is Kajol

Classic, beautiful, elegant. These are just some of the words you would use to describe Kajol – returning Queen of Bollywood.
Kajol is arguably the greatest Bollywood actress for the last two decades. This is the woman who we felt empathy for in Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, who we cried with in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and who we laughed with in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Throughout her almost twenty years reign in Bollywood Kajol has managed to capture the hearts of avid movie-goers across the world, as well as becoming one of the most sought after and loved actresses.
Her Cheshire cat smile exposes a full set of pearly white teeth. Her huge curious eyes have a childlike innocence to them and her smile exudes warmth the kind that could put anyone at ease. There’s something unassuming and likeable about Kajol. She has a confidence not arrogance about her.
Hailing from a family of who’s who of Bollywood (her mother is the famous actress Tanuja and she is also Rani Mukherjee’s cousin), acting was a natural progression for Kajol. She made her debut in 1992 with the film Bekhudi, but it was three years later, in Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, that audiences sat up and really took notice of her partially for her charismatic yet relatable portrayal of the film’s dreamy heroine Simran, and partially for the instant, can’t-take-your-eyes-off-them chemistry she shared with her co-star Shahrukh Khan. The world became captivated by the pair’s on-screen presence and they went on to appear in a string of films together, each one a bigger success than the other. So what is it about the two that drives fans crazy and puts the media into frenzy? “I honestly don’t know,” Kajol replies. “When we work together it’s a great fun, we’re on the same page, we think alike and we’re just comfortable with each other.”
Now, eight years since their last appearance together, the two had reunited for My Name is Khan (released earlier this year).
Kajol, who once famously stated that acting was only something she did for leisure (“it takes a lot to get me on the TV screen”) is now back in the acting scene. “It was an easy choice,” she says. “Karan Johar approached me and said he was doing a film, and that Shahrukh Khan would be in it, and that’s all it took for me to agree.” The actress is full of praise for her co-star. “I’ve missed working with him. He takes such good care of me. He cares about people.” Eight years seem like a long time I muse, had he changed in any way? “He’s more detailed with his work and he’s more willing to take chances,” she explains. “He has definitely grown up for the better. He is a true gentleman,” she says. “But it can get annoying – he’s too perfect!”
In My Name Is Khan, Kajol plays the part of Mandira a vivacious Hindu girl. The character, in many ways, seems to have been made for her. “I do identify with Mandira in some ways,” she muses. “She’s a strong woman, a mother, she can be a little cynical and jaded and mad – I think I identify with that part the most!”
It’s her ability to empathise and bring a part of herself into the characters she plays make Kajol so relatable. Whether it’s the innocence of a blind girl in Fanaa, or a ‘mad’ streak in My Name Is Khan, Kajol manages to bring all her roles to life. “I have grown up a lot,” she states. “I don’t think I’d have been able to do My Name Is Khan ten years ago so that shows how much I’ve grown as an actress. I think I’ve become a better person too, although I’m still working on it.” So what’s the recipe for a successful career? “Hard work is the most important thing,” she claims. “Talent and luck are important too, but they play a small part in success. To be a good actress you need soul, heart and observation.”
Family plays an important part in Kajol’s life. Since the birth of her daughter, Nysa, in 2003, she almost disappeared from our screens, opting to be a stay-at-home mum. Her expressive and animated face visibly softens as she talks about her. “Motherhood has definitely changed me,” she says. “For one thing my stomach will never look the same again.” The actress swells with pride as she continues talking about her daughter. “As a mother I have to lead an exemplary life. I can’t be bad even if I want to! I’d like to think I’m the villain. I’m the one who feeds her medicine, tells her off and makes her go to bed. I hope and pray that I’m a good mum. No one is perfect and I’m learning every day.” So are there any plans on expanding her little family? “I definitely want more children,” she says. “I’d love to adopt.” There seems to be a growing trend for celebrities to adopt orphans, I wonder whether Kajol is just jumping on the bandwagon. “No!” she exclaims. “I thought of it much before Madonna it’s something I’ve wanted to do since I was eight years old.”
The actress has also been happily married to fellow actor, Ajay Devgan, for 11 years (that’s a long time in Bollywood land). The couple have enjoyed a happy, scandal-free marriage. So what’s her secret? “Partial deafness,” she replies matter-of-factly. “Anyone who is married will understand what I mean by this.” Kajol smiles warmly as she goes on to describe her recipe for a happy marriage. “It means compromis-ing with each other, choosing your battles wisely and making the effort every day. A car needs effort to work and that’s just a machine so can you imagine how much effort you have to give to a relationship?” Kajol’s non-nonsense attitude to relationships seemed to work. After marrying Ajay in 1999 she took a break from acting to enjoy married life. Then after an extensive break she secured a comeback in 2006 with Fanaa, a romantic drama with Aamir Khan. Then in 2008 Kajol returned to our screens for her husband’s directional debut. “Working with Ajay was great,” she muses cheerfully. “During U, Me Aur Hum he would call and check on Nysa in the morning and evening so that saved me from some worry!” I mention that people usually say working with a partner can cause problems. “I don’t understand why people would say that because I seriously had a good time working with Ajay,” she says. “He’s such a good director and he gave me the space to be an actress.”
Kajol is next set to appear in the Bollywood remake of Stepmom (the Julia Roberts and Susan Sarandon blockbuster), which she stars in alongside Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal. Two of Bollywood’s hottest actresses working together there must have been some kind of tension right? “I had a blast with Kareena,” Kajol exclaims. “Before we started shooting I expected to like her but I never thought I’d miss her. She’s such good fun on set and when she wasn’t there I’d really miss her.” It’s hardly the kind of gossip fodder tabloids would kill for but then again Kajol has never been the type to attract scandal or controversy. Her down-to-earth, lovable persona means that there is never a bad word said about her. So, no Page three scandal, public spats or mean words for anyone, is there anything that irks Kajol?! “I get really annoyed with bad traffic,” she says. “There are lots of things when my coffee isn’t made properly in the morning, when people talk to me in the morning and I haven’t had my coffee.”