Bollywood girls: shape up or ship out

Kareena Kapoor's rapid weight loss has received a mixed reaction from fans with some quarters expressing concern initially. After receiving much flak for her not so fab flab in Don, Bebo has reportedly toned up for her all new 'hot n happening' look in Yash Raj's Tashan opposite Saif Ali Khan. Bikini or no bikini Kareena looks all set for a new innings.

But Kareena is not alone. And how. Here's looking at some of our leading ladies and how they have fared in the battle of the bulge, which strangely is tied to the battle of the box office.

Ameesha Patel was never known for her hourglass figure, but this picture taken at an even last year shows how a flagging career was taking its toll on her appearance (notice the bulges around her waist!). But last month at the OSO book launch, a new and improved Ameesha caught everyone's attention. Now she just needs that one big banner to get things back on track.

Post Raaz Bipasha Basu had suddenly gained a lot of weight. But a couple of B-grade flops later, things changed for the better and Dhoom 2 happened. Given the strenuous training the entire cast was put through, audiences got to see an all-new sexier than ever Bips. Today she's arguably got one of the best bods in the business.

Kajol was always on the heavier side when she was a superstar in 90s. But ironically post marriage she has been looking fitter than ever and makes extremely stylish appearances at events. Which is why in last year's Fanaa she didn't look a day older than her DDLJ days and fans welcomed her back with open arms.

Rani Mukerji's makeover happened quite some time back with Chalte Chalte. While she may never get Shilpa Shetty's waistline, Rani can still carry off some of the most fitted outfits with style. And if the cellulite ever starts showing off-screen she makes sure she is back in shape in time for her films.

Having started her career with films like Eklavya, Guru and Parineeta Vidya Balan is not quite there when it comes to the 'it' factor. But Heyy Babyy was a decent start and with a better wardrobe Vidya fans may soon a lot more of her... literally.

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