Tuesday, March 07, 2006 21:03 IST
Talkin' about my girl...
Shaan, singer
Who is the woman you would like to thank and why?
It is my mom's birthday today and I think this is the perfect time to thank her. She has single-handedly brought me and Sagarika up. She has always been dignified and never made us want for anything. I'd like to thank her for what I am today.
Who would you say is the woman of the year?
I think it has to be Sonia Gandhi, who has taken her party from strength to strength and proven that she can run the show as ably as any man.
A message for women
The women of today should always stand up for the respect they deserve and never ever compromise on it.
Hrithik Roshan, actor
Who is the one woman you would like to thank and why?
I would like to thank my mother for being the most wonderfully inspirational person in my life.
Who would you say is the woman of the year?
Sania Mirza, for all that all she has accomplished. She has a mind of her own and is an inspiration to millions.
A message for women.
Women have the power to rule the world if they just knew about their strength. Sometimes, what makes them even more desirable and attractive is that they are not aware of it.
Ronit Roy, TV actor
Who is the one woman you would like to thank and why?
I would like to thank Ektaa Kapoor on Women's Day.
Who would you say is the woman of the year?
I feel Sonia Gandhi deserves to be the woman of the year.
A message for women.
I am grateful that my life has been made complete by the three most important women in my life — my mum, my wife and my little daughter. I don't think I'll be able to do without them.
Manish Malhotra, fashion designer
The woman you would like to thank and why?
I'd like to thank Kareena Kapoor for her belief in me, her unconditional support and for being a fantastic muse.
Who would you say is the woman of the year?
I'd say Kareena is the woman of the year because she's still underrated as an actor despite being phenomenally talented.
A message for women
If women continue striving for what they want, the best will come to them.
Milind Deora, MP
The one woman you would like to thank and why?
My mom. Apart from the obvious reasons, she's always been — and still is — such a great friend.
Who would you say is the woman of the year?
Sonia Gandhi. She's proved her critics wrong and put the cynics exactly where they belong!
A message for women.
Women in our country are more empowered today than ever before and the opportunities available to them are immense. I'd just like to say this: don't let anybody tell you that you are less competent or less deserving.