Sonam Kapoor 'stops wearing Galliano'

Sonam Kapoor has announced that she will not wear clothes by controversial former Christian Dior designer John Galliano.

The actress, who played a fashionista in last year's Aisha, is upset by the designer's alleged anti-Semitic statements in Paris earlier this week.

A source told Mid Day: "She is extremely fashion conscious and loves wearing the brand's outfits, especially those designed by Galliano. For Aisha, a majority of Sonam's outfits and accessories came from the designer label.

"She even possesses a few outfits from the fashion house. But she could never condone anti-Semitic statements, no matter how much she loves the designer."

The Bollywood star joins figures such as Natalie Portman in condemning Galliano's widely-publicised comments.

Sonam Kapoor Donates 3000 Kites To Her Alma Mater!

Whatever actress Sonam Kapoor does, she does it in style, be it her swanky dresses in Aisha or donating gifts for charity. Sonam bought 3000 kites and 'phirkis' for the occasion of Makar Sakranti, but not for herself of course, she gifted them to the tiny tots at 'Arya Vidya Mandir' school in Juhu which happens to be her alma mater. She was not physically present as she was out of town for some shoot. She did write to the principle of 'Arya Vidya Mandir' apologizing for her absence.

She also mentioned in the letter that the strings sent along with the kites are not glass coated but normal cotton ones. Glass coated razor sharp strings can cause serious injuries to birds flying up in the sky and she being a member of PETA, wanted to spread the awareness. She also mentioned that as a kid, she very seriously injured herself once with the "maanja," and did not want the same to happen to the kids of "Arya Vidya Mandir." She mentioned that she badly wanted to be present at the school and personally give away the kites but could not do so.

A PETA spokes person mentioned that children love animals and they would never want to hurt them intentionally. If awareness can be spread among these kids, then it will automatically trigger the usage of cotton strings. Children must know that "maanjas" are equally harmful for them and other living creatures.

Sonam Kapoor 'dating Punit Malhotra'

Sonam Kapoor is said to be dating Dharma Productions filmmaker Punit Malhotra.

According to Mumbai Mirror the Aisha star and Malhotra are rumoured to be in a relationship.

A commented in the tabloid: "Sonam is not single - she is dating Punit. One doesn't know why they are not open about their relationship.

"But yes, they are very low profile at the moment, much more than they were even during I Hate Luv Storys. Sonam confides about her relationship with Punit to only a few close friends of hers."

The alleged celebrity couple reportedly connected during the New Zealand leg of filming the 2010

Deepika, Sonam face tough consequences for going against Ranbir

Latest reports from the tinsel town confirmed that Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor will not be joining Ranbir Kapoor in his July 2011 world tour. While actresses like Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra, Bipasha Basu and Malaika Arora Khan will be a part of the tour, Deepika and Sonam have been asked to quit.

It may be recalled that Rishi is upset with the two actresses for making rude remarks on his son's character in 'Koffee With Karan Season 3' and he prefers Katrina over Deepika and Sonam.

Rishi Kapoor admitted that it is impossible to bring Deepika-Katrina on board together saying, "Deepika wanted to come along. We didn't want any stress behind the stage. See, as it is, Ranbir has never been on stage. We want it to go smoothly, no backstage jhik-jhik, please!"

Sonam has backed out from the tour as well. Rishi Kapoor explained, "She begged off saying she didn't have a song repertoire to stand on stage with Katrina and Priyanka."

"We start off in the UK, US and Canada. Then after six months we'll go for another lap of the tour. I've done these world tours over and over again. But for Ranbir, the world tour would be a new experience," he added.

Sonam Kapoor's 'dress sense under fire'

Sonam Kapoor's adaptation of the traditional Indian sari has come under fire at a Mumbai event.
The actor, who recently played a fashionista in the Anil Kapoor-produced Aisha, received negative press at the launch of Masaba Gupta's boutique launch, Hindustan Times reports.

Stylist and television presenter Rishi Raj commented: "The classic look works the best, as seen on Deepika, Katrina and Vidya. Trying too hard to look 'designer' backfires many a time."

His criticism of Kapoor's unconventional look was joined by Reynu Taandon.

“If Sonam would have tied up the palla as a scarf on the neck, it would have looked more appealing. And if the net draped nicely, it would have looked elegant," said the designer.

The 25-year actress recently came under fire on Koffee with Karan for appearing on more magazine covers than on screen.

Kareena Kapoor 'signs political drama'

Kareena Kapoor is reportedly appearing in a politically-themed film for Farhan Akhtar's production house.

According to Mumbai Mirror, Sudhir Mishra, who worked with the star on Chameli, will be directing the production.

Mishra told the tabloid: "Yes, we have approached Kareena Kapoor for my forthcoming film to be produced by Farhan called Bhrub."

The director explained: "Bhrub happens to be the name of the central character around which the film will revolve. It's about a man who's an heir to a political family. Kareena will play the female protagonist. She has an equally important role to play."

The actress, who started her career in commercial Hindi cinema, has also experimented with arthouse projects such as the critically acclaimed Omkaara.

The filmmaker added that he wanted to explore this side of Kapoor. "She hasn't been exploited enough as an actor considering her immense talent," he said.

Deepika and Sonam learn from Kareena

Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor have decided not to talk about their personal lives because they feel "it takes away the attention from your work."

Dear New Actresses, if that were true, Kareena Kapoor would not have been the country's No 1 actress. Bebo has never kept her relationship with beau shrouded in secrecy.

Dippy and Sonam rated Kareena Kapoor as the best actress among five other actresses on Koffee With Karan. So girls, next time, just think before you speak. Contradicting yourself in a span of ten minutes doesn't make you seem very bright.

Did Sonam actually admit to her relationship (yes, it is still very much on) with her I Hate Luv Storys director Punit Malhotra?

When Karan asked her if she was single, Sonam's response was: "You know, Karan...." Even KJo was taken aback by her answer.

Sonam's Illness Costs The Producers Rupees 75 Lakh

Bollywood stars are very costly even when they are ill. Recently, the producer of Sonam Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor starrer upcoming movie Mausum, had to bear the burden of such a problem.

The actress was suffering from typhoid and was unable to shoot for few days which resulted in a loss and created a big hole in the film producer's pocket. There is a buzz that the producer had to suffer a big loss of around Rs 75 lakh due to the unavailability of the actress.

The Masakalli gal from Delhi 6 has recovered from the disease now,. only after causing this big loss. Recently, the entire set of this film directed by Shahid Kapoor's father, Pankaj Kapoor had to be dismantled in Mumbai. They were supposed to shoot few romantic scenes of Sonam and Shahid. But Sonam fell sick and was absent for a long time, so they had to cancel the October shoot. The producer had to suffer a big loss due to Sonam's sudden absence.

A source was quoted saying that the next schedule of the film will now be shot in Gwalior wherein a few scenes will only require Sonam.

The news was confirmed by co-producer Sheetal Talwar, who said that they could not continue shooting due to Sonam's illness. She also affirmed the loss of Rs 75 lakh but said that it's okay because they can earn it later on. She was more concerned about the health of the lead actress. Talwar said that if Sonam is fine now they can recover the money from the film. Talwar said that the Mumbai schedule of the shooting will start soon after completing the Gwalior schedule.

Sonam was vomiting and shivering at Niagara Falls

Sonam Kapoor, who contracted typhoid while shooting for Thank You in Canada, suffered a relapse on her return to India.
Says a source close to the actress, "She has been terribly ill for more than a month now. Her parents have been going through hell because of it.

They didn't realise she had got typhoid in Canada while shooting for Anees Bazmee's Thank You.

They were to shoot at Niagara Falls but Sonam was vomiting and shivering so badly that Anees, seeing her in that state, cancelled the shoot for a day."

Adds the source, "At the time, her parents thought it was some stomach infection and fever.

It was only when Sonam resumed shooting (this time, in India for a commercial) that she suffered a relapse and had to go for blood tests. It was then discovered that she actually had typhoid.

She even had to get a sonography test done for various illnesses till they finally discovered that she had got a relapse. Anil and Sunita have been extremely worried but Sonam is finally getting the correct treatment."

Sonam is now recovering. "She shot for a telephone ad yesterday. Daddy Anil Kapoor permitted it because only a bit of light shooting was involved.

He will take a call when she can resume her film shoots."

Says the actress, "It's true that I had typhoid in Canada and didn't realise it there but discovered it when I suffered a relapse in India.

Though I felt very unwell there I continued to shoot as I didn't want to jeopardise anyone's shoot as there were combination dates involved. I am better now and shot for an ad yesterday."

Kapoor to star in 'Mission: Impossible 4'

Anil Kapoor is to play a significant supporting role in Mission: Impossible 4.

The Slumdog Millionaire star has confirmed that he will be appearing in the film alongside Tom Cruise, NDTV has reported.

He told the site: "At this point I can only say that have been contacted for Mission: Impossible 4 and I have said yes for the role."

Brad Bird, director of The Incredibles, will be helming the follow-up, which is expected to hit cinemas at the end of 2011.

Other stars who will be reprising their roles include Simon Pegg, while Lost creator J.J.Abrams will be producing.

Kapoor copies Shakira's dance moves

Kareena Kapoor has revealed plans to imitate Shakira's dance moves in Rohit Shetty's new film.

The Times of India reports that the star will mimic the Colombian singer's choreography in Golmaal 3.

The actress revealed: "My audience expects me to be sexy and sizzling at least in the naach-gaana routine. So I've gone ahead and done hip-shaking that is a cross between Shakira's 'Waka-Waka' and 'Hips Don't Lie'."

Kapoor is rumoured to be wearing harem pants, a revealing vest and bangles for the shoot.

"The choreographer Ganesh Acharya added our Bollywood moves to the track but there's just this extra hip swing that I think is very hot," said the star.
The third installment in the Golmaal series is scheduled to release on November 5.

Sonam Kapoor bedridden with typhoid

Sonam Kapoor has been hit by typhoid. She will be out of action for around three weeks.

A source close to Sonam says, "After she came back from her US holiday and her Thank You shoot, Sonam became extremely unwell. She was diagnosed as having typhoid and was advised complete bed rest for 20 days by her doctor."

Apparently, Sonam was asked to walk the ramp for Manish Malhotra (she had acted in his nephew's directorial debut I Hate Luv Storys) during the Lakme Fashion Week but had to cancel because of her illness.

The source retorts, "Sonam was not to walk the ramp but simply attend LFW. In fact, she had to cancel a few work commitments including an endorsement event because of her ailment. She couldn't go to Delhi or shoot for Thank You. She's resting at home and can't attend anything."

Sonam says, "I was never going to walk the ramp for Manish. I was down with typhoid but am better now."

Sonam Kapoor is a sexy player

Sonam Kapoor reinvents her look for Abbas Mustan's Italian Job remake. The flick now has an official title: Players. It goes on floors in November.

It is learnt that the actress will be seen in sexy minis and short dresses for the part. And that Anahita Adjania will style her.

A source close to the project reveals Kapoor's look, "Abbas Mustan are famous for presenting their girls in the most glamorous way. Hence, in Players, Sonam will be seen in some really hot western clothes. Apart from her ensemble, she will also be accessorised and styled uniquely."

The film's first schedule starts off in November and later moves on to Russia and New Zealand. The source adds, "The film has a $30 million-dollar budget and will be shot around the world. Abbas Mustan recently went on a long recce to Russia to finalise the locations for the shoot."

Produced by TV18, Players is an official remake of the 2003 Mark Wahlberg-Charlize Theron film, The Italian Job. Abhishek Bachchan and Sonam will play lead parts. The rest of the cast is yet to be finalised.

DELHI-6 The last film Abhishek & Sonam co-starred in MAUSAM A date clash with this film almost saw Sonam crash out of players

A TALE OF TWO ITALIAN JOBS

The original Italian Job is a 1969 British caper film, written by Troy Kennedy Martin, produced by Michael Deeley and directed by Peter Collinson. Starring Michael Caine, Noel Coward, Benny Hill and others, the film quickly achieved cult status.

Subsequent television showings and releases on video have established it as something of a national institution in the United Kingdom.

In November 2004, the magazine Total Film named The Italian Job the 27th greatest British film of all time.

F Gary Gray directed the 2003 American remake starring Mark Wahlberg, Charlize Theron, Edward Norton, Seth Green, Jason Statham and Donald Sutherland. The film was released in 2003. It is about a team of thieves who plan to steal gold bullion from a former associate.

Despite the shared title, the plot and characters of this film differ from those of its source material. Gray described the film as "an homage to the original." It was theatrically released in the US on May 30, 2003 and grossed over $176 million worldwide.

Akshay works hard

Sonam Kapoor has said that her current co-star Akshay Kumar is the most hardworking actor she has met.

According to Mid Day, Kapoor and Kumar are presently shooting in Toronto on Anees Bazmi's Thank You.

Kapoor observed: "He's ready before everyone else and rehearses each scene 50 times. And his comic timing is so hard to match."

Commenting on the difference between her last release and Bazmi's film, she said: "My comedy in Aisha is very Lucille Ball, very Goldie Hawn. But in Thank You, I needed to drop all my inhibitions."

The actress also revealed that she forms good relationships with other industry figures, with the exception of Ranbir Kapoor who she claims to be no longer in touch with.

"I get along all with my co-stars because I don't get involved with them. Bobby Deol is so shy. His cousin Abhay is just the opposite. Abhay and Bobby are complete opposites. Me and Bobby love clothes and shopping," she said.