Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Deepika Padukone walks Cannes red carpet in sari
Cannes: Cannes has been getting ample doses of Bollywood glamour courtesy Aishwarya Rai and Mallika Sherawat, but it was Deepika Padukone who flew the flag for India high today on the French Riviera, looking glamorous in a sari.
While both Aishwarya and Mallika opted for Western couture, the 24-year-old took the six yard route to style as she stepped out on the red carpet in a Rohit Bal sari.
She teamed the cream and gold confection with Kundan jewelery, a stone studded clutch and added a quirky touch with a chunky watch.
The former model's traditional attire was complimented by a sparkly bindi and a neat bun, which left the 'RK' tattoo on her neck visible.
Deepika who is at the prestigious film festival as the brand ambassador of Chivas Regal, attended Mathieu Amalric's French movie, Tournee along with Bal.
"When one is representing India in a very visible platform like the Cannes, gowns and elaborate western dresses do not really represent India. One should not only feel Indian, but also look Indian," the designer said.
The criticism seems to be levelled at Aishwarya, who always opts for Western designers for her stint at the film festival.
The 36-year-old wore a violet tulle and mousseline gown from Elie Saab for the festival opening, but her ensemble did not win her any brownie points as her pompadour updo was criticised as "matronly".
For her second outing on the red carpet with fellow L'Oreal spokesmodel Eva Longoria, Aishwarya opted for ablack Armani Prive strapless number, which hugged her curves.
Meanwhile Mallika who likes to shock with her fashion choices, has kept a low profile this year.
She had opted for a simple white dress for the opening and wore a red gown for an after-party.
She had grabbed headlines with her first appearance at Cannes, when she opted for a plunging golden blouse paired with a slashed skirt as she posed with Jackie Chan for the photocall of their film The Myth.
Her fashion choices again caused a stir when she turned up at the premiere of Inglorious Basterds in Los Angeles wearing a sheer black gown with her underwear visible.
Actress Nandita Das who was a part of the Cannes jury in 2003 had won praise for wearing Indian ensembles at the festival including a silk sari, which she said had been a part of her wardrobe for years.
The sari has moved on from being a daily Indian staple to an international style statement.
Sugababes, the popular girl band sported sarees and bindis in their latest avatar as Indian brides.
The musical trio of Amelle Barabah, Heidi Range and Jade Ewen got an Indian make-over for the cover of Asian Woman magazine, reported Sun online
Earlier the American group Pussycat Dolls had walked the red carpet wearing saris to announce their single 'Jai Ho'.
Liz Hurley, Victoria Beckham and Ashley Judd are some other Hollywood beauties who have worn the Indian ensemble.Tweet This
Miss USA's Strip Show
This seems to happen all too often, and now that Rima Fakih was crowned Miss USA on Sunday night (May 17), some questionable photos have emerged.
Back in 2007, the Arab-American model took the title of grand prize winner at a Detroit radio show’s “Stripper 101” contest held at a gentlemen’s club.
"It would be foolish to consider anyone other than Rima to represent the USA. The photos taken from our website are no more provocative than those on the Miss USA website," says a rep for the radio show who was referring to the sexy photos of the contestants posing in lingerie that Miss USA owner Donald Trump defended as "very artsy."
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Miley Cyrus: Hannah Montana Wrap Party
Celebrating the end of the filming season, Miley Cyrus was spotted at the “Hannah Montana” Wrap Party in Los Angeles last night (May 16).
The “Climb” songstress looked beautiful as she arrived at H Wood, sporting a cream-colored dress with a black jacket.
“Everyone gets criticism; it’s kind of what comes with this job... everybody’s trying to bring you down. She’s got a good head on her shoulders.”
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Katrina Spits Fire at the Paparazzi-New
Remind Katrina about the recent story of her younger sister featuring in a blue film and you will literally see fire.
She said fumingly,
“It’s horrendous, despicable. That’s the lowest kind of journalism that can ever be. My only regret is that I didn’t pursue it in court. And the reason I didn’t do it is because I didn’t want my sister to be dragged through the muck even in reference. It’s the only time I’ve ever regretted being famous. I have no mercy for those who did it especially to someone who is underage and who’s not even had a boyfriend.
She adds,
“The sad thing is that when you click on the link, you can make out that the woman is 35 years old. It’s there for everyone to see. So people knew it was not true but still went ahead with the story because it was sensational. It was deplorable. And if people have any decency left, they will not bring it up again when she comes here. It’s unpardonable.”
Wooaw Kats, we actually got to see the other side of you too.Tweet This
GAURI KHAN-KARAN JOHAR ARE IN NEW YORK FOR KITES MOVIE PREMIERE
Everyone as knows that the release date for ‘KITES’ comes nearer, the entire industry seems to have their eyes set on the fate of the film. ‘Kites’ will have a grand premiere in New York at Times Square on 16th May and Suzanne Roshan is already there in advance to spend some time shopping out before attending the so very important moment for the Roshans.
Giving her company is SRK’s wife Gauri and old friend Karan Johar. Shahrukh himself will not be able to make it as he is busy with the shoot of ‘Ra 1’ but he made sure that Gauri was there as Roshans are very close to him.
Karan Johar, too, is not leaving any stones unturned when it comes to giving his support, be it placing compliments and praises on social websites or taking days off to be there at the right moment.
Speaking from New York Karan confirms, “Gauri and Sussanne Roshan are here. We’re having the time of our lives. I am not thinking about work at all. Just enjoying myself.”
“It’s a big film for the Roshans who are very close to me and Shah Rukh. The success of Kites is also very important to the film industry. I’ve a release I Hate Luv Stories coming up in July. And if Kites works it’d mean favorable things for my films,”
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