Kangana Ranaut to wear bikini for Rascals

Actress Kangana Ranaut will be seen sporting a bikini for the first time in David Dhawan’s film ‘Rascals’. The 24-year-old who has a thin frame was initially reluctant to wear a bikini saying she was apprehensive about her weight, but was later convinced by Dhawan. Kangana will be seen wearing a white bikini. The comedy flick also stars Ajay Devgn and Sanjay Dutt. The duo will play two competing con men who try to outwit each other to win the heart of Kangna. The movie is slated for a Dusshera release on October 6.

Kangana Ranaut to do an Ursula bikini act

She definitely has the oomph to get the temperature soaring more than many of her equals in the industry. Gorgeous Kangana Ranaut in her upcoming film ‘Rascal’ is all set to scorch the screen wearing an unimaginably skimpy two piece outfit! At the launch party of Sanjay Dutt’s first home production, ‘Rascal’ to be directed by David Dhawan there were hushed whispers at the venue that the leading lady of the film, Kangana Ranaut will be seen in a smoking hot avatar wearing a bikini. The bikini was bought in London. A source close to the film said, “Kangana chose the bikini. It’s a very revealing piece. Kangana will set the screens on fire.”

Further added the source said, “This scene would also have Sanjay Dutt and Ajay Devgan; they’ll be ogling at Kangana.”

Confirming that Kangana will don a two-piece bikini in ‘Rascal’, co-producer Sanjay Ahluwalia said, “The scene, to be shot in Bangkok, is Kangana’s introductory scene. She is shown coming out from water.”

Well, here a chance to watch the desi version of the iconic Ursula Andress rising out of the sea, wearing that white bikini in the classic bond flick ‘Dr No’.

Kangana Ranaut to turn director

Her unconventional looks and frizzy hair landed her atypical roles in Bollywood. Kangana Ranaut now harbours a dream of donning the director’s hat and already has a script in mind.

"I’m quite happy with how my career is moving, but in terms of the future, soon, I guess I’d like to direct a movie. I have a script in mind. Let’s see where it goes," said Kangana. She revealed her plans, but refrained from divulging details.

The 23 year old sailed into Bollywood with the crime-based romantic saga, "Gangster - A Love Story" (2006), where director Anurag Basu presented her as a gangster’s girlfriend. The actress won accolades for her portrayal in the critically and commercially acclaimed film.

After that she again chose to play an unconventional role in "Woh Lamhe", which was filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt’s final goodbye to former girlfriend Parveen Babi. In the film, Kangana brilliantly portrayed the late actress’ madness and despair.

Again in "Life In A Metro", a film about big city people coping with emotional and psychological trauma, Basu presented her as a call centre executive who is in a relationship with her married boss.

With Bhandarkar’s "Fashion", a dark tale about the fashion industry, she hit bull’s eye. Her stupendous performance where she brings forth the miseries of an ex-ramp queen won her a National Award.

Most of her films have seen her in tragic roles; as a result she is often referred to as a modern day tragedy queen, a title once given to legendary actress Meena Kumari for playing grief-stricken characters.

"It’s been quite a journey. I came to the industry when I was just 17 with no real idea of what to expect. I was fortunate that ‘Gangster’ was a huge hit at the box office. I won a lot of awards and the industry gave me another chance.

"Otherwise, it’s an industry that’s very unforgiving towards outsiders. This year I’m trying a lot of new genres, different films. It’s been a lot of hard work but also lots of fun," revealed the actress, who was last seen romancing Hrithik Roshan in "Kites".

At the moment, Kangna’s kitty is full of light-hearted films like "Double Dhamaal", "No Problem", and "Tanu Weds Manu". She is also doing "Rascals", "Game" and "Tezz".

Her next release is "Knock Out" where she will share screen space with with Sanjay Dutt and Irrfan Khan. Kangna plays a journalist in the psychological thriller, which is releasing Oct 15.

"Knock Out- is a very different film from anything I’ve done before. The entire film takes place in two hours and was almost shot in one location. It’s a fast paced action thriller that I think people will really enjoy," she said.

Directed by Mani Shankar, "Knock Out" is a Bollywood adaptation of Hollywood film "Phone Booth". After playing all kinds of roles, Kangana will be seen as a scribe in the movie.

"I studied the body language of journalists reporting from crime scenes for my role, but there was this one point in the film where I actually got a chance to experience the urgency and intensity journalists experience every day.

"This was a shot where a car was supposed to fly up in the air and land on the ground. Instead of landing like it was supposed to, the car caught fire and came spinning at a very fast speed towards me. I managed to get out of its way in time, but got a real first-hand experience of the dangers journalists face on the job," she said.

The actress has given a makeover to the image of crime journalists by sporting stilettos and off shoulder dresses in the film.

Apart from acting, she is also trying her hand at designing. She has herself created clothes for the movies "Rascals" and "Tezz". She may soon launch her clothing line.

When asked whether she was looking for love, she said: "With so much work on my plate, I’m happily single for now!"

Kangana Ranaut turns fashion designer

Bollywood beauty Kangana Ranaut is on the road to becoming a fashion designer. The curvaceous babe has decided to design her own clothes in two of her upcoming films. It is also reported that the actress is likely to launch her own line of clothes after that.

The above mentioned films in question are David Dhawan’s ‘Rascals’ (produced by Sanjay Dutt) and Priyadarshan’s ‘Tez’ (earlier titled ‘Bullet Train’ and produced by Ratan Jain).

Sources reveal that some designers, including Anaita Shroff, were short listed for ‘Rascal’, but things did not materialize due to budget and date issues. Anaita however denies the same. “I didn’t sign ‘Rascals’. I had date problems since I’m working at that time on Abbas Mastan’s ‘The Italian Job’. There was no question of any budget issues,” she informed.

Well, whatever the constraint, but ace director David Dhawan apparently told Kangana that she should take a call on her clothes. Adds a source: "Dhawan is quite impressed by Kangana’s sense of dressing. And so is Priyadarshan."

It should be remembered here that only recently it was reported that hotel heiress Paris Hilton had asked Kangana to be the face of her fashion brand in Asia.

Acting is not MBBS : Kangana Ranaut

Although a young and vivacious Kangana Ranaut hit Bollywood early on, the dazzling beauty is much mature her age as she minces no words in setting her preferences right!

Hailing from a small town in Himachal, Kangana rose to instant stardom with flicks like ‘Gangster’, ‘Woh Lamhe’, ‘Life In A Metro’ and ‘Fashion’ while nursing a bitter break-up with Adhyayan Suman.

Talking on her Bollywood journey, a chirpy yet nonchalant Kangana said, “I’ve never said I didn’t want to be an actor. I wanted to, but knew it’s not a cakewalk. So whenever people used to ask me if I’d step into B’wood, I’d simply reply, ‘Dude, get me there if you can,’ for I knew it’s not easy. Acting is not MBBS - there are no textbooks, no written tests that you can sit for, excel in and get a degree. In the film industry, there’s no rulebook. In fact, before an exam, one knows what one has missed reading, and should have known, to get the right marks. Here, you don’t even know if you’re going wrong!”

Kangana Ranaut grabs role opposite Amitabh Bachchan

Kangana Ranaut, who walked away with the much-eyed Best Supporting Actress trophy at the IIFA awards this year, has now signed a film with ace actor Amitabh Bachchan.

She might not have been able to win over critics, who still perceive her as plain lucky, but Kangana seems to have made an impression where it matters. The stunner has been finalised to play an integral part with Bachchan in a film produced by Pritish Nandy and directed by Pritish’s son Kushan.

The film has been titled ‘Actor’, and has Bachchan in the lead role and is touted to be thriller. The actress will play a significant role in unveiling the mystery towards the climax of the film.

Kangana loved the role and has given her nod. She will play a smart journalist in the film.

Though, this is the very first time that the actress will be sharing screen space with the Amitabh, the two seemed to have built quite a rapport at the IIFA awards, where Kangana was seen bonding well with the entire Bachchan clan.

Kangana Ranaut to show off her body

Kangana Ranaut has done it again! The babe can’t resist shedding clothes and revealing her curves. Her looks may have a demure sort of appeal but when it comes to doing bold scenes, Kangana Ranaut remains supreme. All her films have love-making sequences but this time round, she is taking a step further, by doing a nude scene.

The actress is currently in Hyderabad shooting for her first Telugu movie directed by Puri Jagannath.

Kangana’s role requires her to do a nude scene and she has agreed to do it. No body double will be used for the same. She has been paid a whopping amount for the role.

Well, comments invited from Adhyayan Suman.

Imran Khan-Kangana Ranaut for People

Scientists are struggling hard to find cause behind the unexpected heat quotient in the country. Well, after large amount of research, the cause of extreme heat is revealed that the unprecedented heat this month was because of the two 'hotties' of Bollywood - Imran Khan and Kangana Ranaut, who feature on the cover of the current edition of the super-cool magazine People.

With Imran and Kangana at the helm of things, the cover of the issue is nothing short of a treat for the readers. The issue sees the two Gen-Next Superstars sharing some of their secrets to keep cool in the scorching and sizzling sun. If that wasn't enough, they also share some of their style secrets for this summer to beat the heat.

To top it all, this edition also features a profile of the well known director Anurag Kashyap and his fight against the vices of drugs, alcohol and depression.

Well, A good read and a total paisa wasool for the readers.

Kangana Ranaut to play Madhubala

Madhubala, the legendary beauty of Bollywood, has been the inspiration of many actresses and starlets till date. But the honour of playing the gorgeous actress has been bagged by the sultry Kangana Ranaut.

Directed by Milan Luthria, Once Upon A Time In Mumbai, is a very tender romance between the yesteryear actress and underworld don Haji Mastan which is played by Ajay Devgan.

Kangana Ranaut fears that she may not look as ethereal as Madhubala.

However, Kangana is taking the role very seriously and has been watching Madhubala’s films. Let’s see whether Kangana manages to bring alive Madhubala on screen or not.

Kangna Ranaut bares all for Dabboo Ratnani Calendar

Kangana Ranaut- this name is becoming a sex symbol day by day. You will certainly agree with my opinion. You have seen her in Fashion. After having scorched the silver screens with her stellar performance in Fashion, Kangna seems to be all over the place. If Fashion wasn't enough for her zillions of fans, then, be ready to be attacked by the ocular pangs of Kangna in her forthcoming film Raaz 2-The Mystery Continues, in which she stars with her real-life sweetheart Adhyayan Suman.

But till the time the film hits the silver screen, have a look at this hot babe’s hot shot for Dabboo Ratnani’s calendar for 2009.

And let us say thanks to Dabboo Ratnani.

Hot Babes at Dabboo Ratnani Calender Launch

RAAZ - The Mystery Continues could be a hot movie

Is this a mere coincidence? While Hollywood studio Warner Bros. awaits the feedback to Chandni Chowk To China on January 16, another Hollywood giant, Sony Pictures, is keeping its fingers crossed for RAAZ – The Mystery Continues, which opens worldwide the following week, on January 23.

The Bhatts are known for qualitative films and RAAZ – The Mystery Continues, should not be an exception.

Meanwhile, there was a rumour that the Bhatts are planning to dub RAAZ – The Mystery Continues in South Indian languages like Tamil and Telugu, releasing it simultaneously with the Hindi version.

And Mukesh Bhatt clears the air, "We aren't dubbing in South languages”.

Kangana Ranaut working hard on her diet

Who doesn’t want to look better? The latest victim of this look-phobia being Kangana Ranaut in the Bollywood. Kangana Ranaut has put on quite a bit of weight of late. And it has been reported that she has been working extra hard on her diet. All because she believes that she needs to look better.

She remarks on her new look, "I was too thin earlier. And the fact was that I never really took care of myself. But now I have started taking care of the way I look. I am exercising and eating the right food," she adds. And Kangana says that she is glad with all the response and appreciation. "There have been times when I was criticised and I used to feel very bad about it. Things change with time. I am growing up now," says she.

But that's definitely not the only reason the actress is trying to put on some weight. She reveals there is more to it. "I need to look different for a Salsa number which I will shoot soon for my next film 'Kites'. That's a reason too. And let me tell you I am very nervous about it right now," says Kangana. The Salsa will obviously be opposite Hrithik Roshan, who, without a doubt, is the best dancer in the industry. "I think he is very kind," Kangana says talking about the actor praising her recently. It seems she likes Hrithik. Or shall we put it this way that she likes people with muscular physic like Hrithik. And she does agree. "On a personal level I like kind of muscular body," she smiles.

Kangana was recently seen as a model given to drug addiction in 'Fashion' and soon will be seen in 'Raaz - The Mystery Continues' directed by Moht Suri. And then she will be seen romancing Hrithik in one of next year's most awaited movies, 'Kites', which is being directed by Anurag Basu.

Kangana Ranaut in November issue of Seventeen

You might be knowing "What women want?" Well, now its time to know "What a girl wants?" And if the girl is the smashing and swish-buckling Kangana Ranaut, then you better know what she wants! Kangana features on the cover of the famous fashion magazine 'Seventeen' with her trademark Rapunzel-like tress, that beats everyone's stress!!

Miss Ranaut, on her own confesses that she was never a lazy child as she was always up to something. No wonder then, when she started acting, she just did not want to get settled as a mediocre actor. She also goes on to say that after 3-4 movies more, she might just take the plunge into direction and writing screenplays. This once upon a time wannabe-Prime-Minister-would be- Indira Gandhi, simply sweeps you by your feet as she says that the day she becomes the Prime Minister, she will change everything!!

Fashion faces another controversy

Madhur Bhandarkar is known for making realistic cinema and many of his characters seem to be inspired by real life characters.

Even his latest film Fashion, which is all set to release next week, has Kangna Ranaut playing Shonali Gujral, a supermodel whose choices in life bring about her ultimate downfall. It may be recalled that ever since the film was launched, there have been stories about Kangna's character being inspired by Delhi based model Geetanjali Nagpal who also had a similar fate.

Despite it being quite obvious that there are certain similarities between Kangna's character and Geetanjali Nagpal, director Madhur Bhandarkar keeps denying the same. However one look at this picture and you can say that Madhur indeed seems to be inspired yet again by a real life character.

It is also reported that Mumbai Police has ordered Mr. Bhandarkar to show the movie to Police officials before the release.

Fashion girls rock the ramp at Lakme Fashion Week 2008

Fashion to be unveiled across 750 screens worldwide

UTV Motion Pictures' FASHION is anticipated to release with over 630 screens in India and another 120 screens in 16 countries across the globe. On October 24, the film will be screened at the South Asian International Film Festival in New York. This will be followed by an exclusive promotion held by The Citibank NRI division inviting their distinguished clients for select FASHION screenings on October 29 across six US cities -- New York, New Jersey, Houston, Dallas, San Francisco and Chicago.

Dubai is hosting the FASHION Red Carpet Premiere on 29th October, in association with Star TV Middle East. Australia and New Zealand will be host to 'Fashion Nights' contest across 5 cities - Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Auckland, wherein the winners, crowned as Ms. 'Fashion Australia', will be rewarded with certificates attested by director Madhur Bhandarkar and Priyanka Chopra. FASHION will be released in the US and the Middle East on 30th October, with the other international markets following on 31st October.

Back in India, the three leading ladies from the movie - Priyanka Chopra, Kangana Ranaut and Mugdha Godse - are all set to walk the ramp on October 20 for the Sunsilk Fashion Week in Mumbai. FASHION theme parties coined as 'Fashion Nights' will be held in Mumbai, Delhi, Pune and Bangalore along with partner brands.

Fashion Girls at Siddhivinayak Temple