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Interview : Happily married for 26 years!

Shotgun Shatrughan Sinha and his wife Poonam recently celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary. We wish them all the best for more happiness in the days to come, as we unwind lovely memories of their relationship in their twenty-six years of married life. They celebrated the rejoicing event at Hotel Grand Hyatt and many Bollywood personalities graced the occasion. Here's an exclusive interview with lady Poonam and politician actor Shatrughan Sinha.

Excerpts from Poonam's chat:

When and how did you meet Shatrughan Sinha?

We met in a train. It was in 1965 and he was going to join Pune's film institute while I was in my 10th standard. A common friend introduced us. When I first saw him I thought here is another hero.

After that what happened?

I completed my education and joined modeling career and also won beauty pageants. I also bagged a film offer from Yash Chopra and signed the film 'Aadmi Aur Insaan'. Film was a scope for me to avoid getting married. I did another film with Jeetendra called 'Jigri Dost'. I also starred with Shatrughan for 'Sabak', which has the hit song 'Barkha rani zara jam ke barso'. We fell in love after that and got married after 14 years in 1981.

How has been the 26 years of life with him?

Truly it has been a period of marital bliss for me. We never had a major showdown in between. I only complain to him – Phone kyon nahin kiya or Der se kyon aaye. But I didn't speak to him for two years when he was busy concentrating on his career and had no time for me. Now I believe that it's better to adjust to him than to try to change him. He made it clear at the outset of our relationship – 'you can't change me, so you better change!'

What kind of food does he love?

He loves fish curry. I learnt it from my mother-in-law. My mother and sister-in-law helped me with the Bengali and Bihari cuisine, which Shatrughan prefers to have.

What is the most precious gift that you have ever received from him?

My twin son Luv and Kush and my daughter.

What are the things that you've learnt from your 26 years of your married life?

It's very important to have faith in yourself and the relationship. Shatrughan was a struggler and started his career as a villain but later went ahead to be first-rank hero. His political career has also been incredible.

Chat with Shatrughan:

What did you think when you first met Poonam?

The first impression was very good. I thought her to be the most beautiful, caring and loving woman. However today it's not the last impression I have about her. (Laughs)

It took you 14 years to marry her. Why such a long wait?

I was confused whom to marry and whom not to. (He adds jokingly) The real problem is that mother-in-law didn't agree to the proposal, because Poonam was fair skinned and I was dark. It took me all the while to convince her.

Being an actor where rumours and link-ups are obvious, how did you make your marriage stay away from it?

I've been a disciplined and a man of character all my life. I decided from the initial itself that I would be one-woman man and have been abiding by it till date. But when I see beautiful girls around me it's always 'Water water everywhere not a drop to drink!' (Laughs)

What are the things in Poonam that you love till today?

She is committed, caring, loving, faithful. I only have good things to say for her. Apart from making Bengali food, she can cook Italian, Chinese, Continental, Punjabi, and Mughlai. Before she used to make food of my choice now she has taken me for granted.

What are the things that you dislike about her?

She is hyper and loses her temper easily.

Are you happy with your married life?

I believe any sensible person shouldn't get married at all. Men should avoid getting married whereas women should get married early. I prefer to be miserable with my wife, than without her.

Interview : Ever-sexy screen queen Zeenat Aman

Zeenat Aman was hailed as Bollywood's sex symbol of the 70s. Even at her age today, she doesn't ceases to look attractive. She was one actress of her time, who has delivered many hit films and has also paired opposite leading man like Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Dev Anand, Dharmendra and many more. She did a number of successful and semi-successful films in the 1970s. At the peak of her career she married Mazhar Khan, and baring one or two films she has done, she has not decided to make a big time comeback yet.

Excerpts from the Interview:

You've been a trendsetter of your times and today young actresses like Mallika and Celina are following your footsteps. How do you feel about it?

I can't exactly say that I'm a role model and don't know how much contribution I've made to the industry. During my time I did things I had to do depending on the situations and consequences. I did things because I was asked to do them and didn't know how to tackle it better. My modern westernised image was not something that I had planned. My films succeeded and I was continued to portray in a bold and sensuous way.

While your contemporaries are making a comeback, why don't we see you in mother roles like them?

I've no idea about it and can't say much on it. (Laughs) But I'm not getting roles others like Shabana Azmi, Rekha, Hema Malini and Dimple Kapadia are getting. Though I'm 50+ may be the filmmakers are still considering my sexy image. I think it's better to stay sexy all your life something on the line of Sophia Loren. I'm looking forward to something very substantial to do.

You've rendered many hit films with Rajesh Khanna and get together once again with him for another film. Tell us something about it?

The film is called 'Jaana'. It's already complete and is ready for release. It is a film with an anti-smoking message. This will surely be a message for the youth. I haven't watched the entire film, but some parts which I saw while dubbing looked interesting. The producer of the film is launching his son with it.

How accomplished you feel as a mother to your two sons?

Bringing up my two boys have been the happiest moments of my life. One is 19 and the other is 12. My elder son is studying in London doing his foundation degree in cinema and has plans to continue his education. He has plans to get into film direction.

Interview : Saif finds a new home

Bollywood's latest style icon Saif Ali Khan's complete forwarding address cannot be revealed at the moment, but yes, he has found a new home for himself and Rosa in Bandra and will move into it within a week.

"We had to actually pull out of another place that we had almost finalised because the property was under some kind of dispute. In fact, the same property was offered to me again. But I preferred an apartment to a bungalow," Saif told us.

"There is no view left in the bungalows of Mumbai. If you are higher up you have a nice open view and also you are spared the mosquitoes, and you can call it a home.

"Earlier I was apprehensive about a high-rise home. I felt you paid so much money for a slab of the sky, which could crumble to the dust at any time and then you own nothing.

"It is crazy, but they charge you so much money for a box on top of another. Still I want an apartment and not a bungalow. It is got something to do with living in Mumbai. Even if I own a bungalow with a garden I don't know how much I'd enjoy sitting in it."

"I think, Inshaa Allah, we'll be moving into our new place within a week. I don't want to give out the location until I move in. I am not superstitious, in fact, defiantly just the opposite. But I don't want anything to go wrong this time with my new home," said Saif.

He has just returned from shooting a potato-chips-advertisement in Jaipur and sounded tired but happy about his new house.

When asked if he was doing a plethora of product endorsements to pay for his new home, Saif said: "I don't know if I am doing too many ads. I don't do films for money. And if the ads pay well and if they complement my image then why not' It is mutually beneficial to both me and the companies that sign me on.

"They do a lot of research before signing me. And if it's the correct brand it offers me a positive visibility. Through my ads I project a personality that brings you closer to the audience. And most of these ads are fun to shoot. But the ads have to play it safe because the client can reject the ad at any given time.

"I wish there was the same transparency in the dealings of cinema."

Eventually, Saif admits his new home was a major reason for endorsing such a large number of products.

"One has to realise one's dreams in ways that are practical and not a compromise. As long as I don't endorse the wrong kind of products I am comfortable doing it."

Interview : Shilpa looking ahead, not back at her past!

Shilpa Shetty is surely not in the best phase of her professional and personal life. Her career hasn't spun hit for quite sometime now. The only time she hits the headlines is for the controversies and scandals surrounding her. But Shilpa is not frowning and looking at the better sides of the things. Last month she celebrated her birthday and as she puts in she turned 'a year older and wiser'.

Excerpts from the Interview:

How are you feeling after your birthday this year?

Along with the candles, I also tried to blow away all the controversies surrounding me. (Laughs)

Are you bothered by the controversies?

They do make an impact. But people's memory is short and they will soon forget it. Until then I decided to stay away from the public glares and wait till the time it passes away.

What was that controversy in a Chennai magazine that landed you in jail?

Can you believe it? It was just a picture showing my navel that created all this mayhem. We all should grow up and it's high time now. India's dress code is sari and it reveals the navel all the time. Ban the sari, why am I made the scapegoat? I don't blame the court, but the PIL, which is not taken seriously. Thankfully it wasn't a non-bailable warrant.

How did you react to it?

I freaked out on the news. I was supposed to leave for Bangkok to shoot Anil Sharma's 'Apne' that night. The makers would have suffered heavily if I couldn't report there. Such things are truly harassing not just as an actress but also as a woman. These are unwanted publicity for me. I don't want such publicity. I'm in the news and limelight without seeking to be there.

On your work front are you suffering owing to all these?

You know I was offered exciting work. But at the last minute nothing worked out. I'm doing Anil Sharma's 'Apne' and have just completed it. Dharamji, Sunny and Bobby are cast in this big film.

Tell us something about your role here.

I'm paired opposite Sunny in the film. After 'Indian' we come together again.

What are the other things that are going on in the work front?

I'm involved with so many activities. Recently I've participated in the Haath Se Haath Mila AIDS Campaign. I've signed Anurag Basu's 'Metro'. We had to shoot the film in rain and now I've got cold due to it. It's an original subject and I'm excited about the film. I prefer to be a bit choosy about my roles now.

There are plans to make a sequel of 'Dus'. Will you be a part of it?

'Dus' did a hell of good to my career just like 'Phir Milenga' revealed a different side of me as an actress. I loved doing the role and the stunts with action director Allan Amin. It was a power-packed, action-oriented performance and I thoroughly enjoyed doing it. I wasn't playing the conventional leading lady and it was a kind of change. If Anubhav Sinha ever makes the sequel to Dus, I'm all geared to be a part of it.

Is there any truth about the alleged affair between you and Anubhav Sinha?

Controversies never leave me. For god's sake, leave me alone! He's a dear friend of mine but there's no affair between us. People are telling things that Shamita got the role in Anubhav's 'Cash' because of me. All things are just baseless.

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Craze for Bips

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Bipasha Basu has become a craze for filmmakers. They always look for an opportunity to present Bips in their movies by exposing her body. A recent incident has proved it beyond doubt. Filmmaker Vishal Bharadwaj is presenting Bips in his forthcoming movie 'Omkara' in the role of a Billo Chaman Bahar who plays a Nautanki. Actually, Bharadwaj is shooting 'Omkara' in Meerut, a town well known for Nautanki in India. Bips' dress has been designed like that of a stage dancer as in a village nautanki in the past.

Amjad's son enters movies

Amjad Khan's son and daughter have entered filmdom with a bang. While his son Shadaab Khan has joined the industry as a director for his debut 'Highway no 203', his daughter Ahlam Khan is writing the screenplay of her brother's directorial debut. Both have shown keen interest and that's why Prince Dandona, a great event organizer involved in fashion shows, Bollywood and music awards functions, has agreed to produce this thriller. The movie is about a woman who is killed at the Highway No 203. Dandona is happy with his star cast comprising Perizad Zorabian, Kay Kay Menon and Arif Zakaria, who are not senior in the industry, but will not cause any dates problem like the bigwigs.

Ali as CII ambassador

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Filmmakers -- Meera and Muzzaffar Ali -- have become brand ambassadors of India's leading apex chamber of commerce known as Confederation of Indian Industries (CII). Film industry circles wonder if the filmmakers have totally withdrawn themselves from the industry and shifted to commerce. No body is aware what are Muzzaffar Ali and Meera up to in the near future.

SRK as teacher again

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Shah Rukh Khan is just ready to play a football coach for a girl's team in 'Chak De India'. This is Shimit Amin's forthcoming movie. This will be Shah Rukh's second Yash Raj movie where he will be playing a teacher as he has already played a music teacher in Aditya Chopra's 'Mohabattein' in the recent past.

Udit facing problem

Well Known singer Udit Narayan has started feeling a pinch following his involvement in a case pertaining to his first wife. Udit has said in Mumbai that this is going to cost him a lot both in his professional as well as personal life. He adds that this matter has posed a real danger to his career since he is unable to concentrate on his profession.

Paresh turns choosy

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Villain-turned-comedian Paresh Rawal has decided to be choosy in his future roles. Though he has been getting several comedy roles yet he doesn't accept them because these roles might stagnate his career and thus bore his fans. In the same context, Paresh has blasted all allegations of his huge raise in his professional fee. He says, "Money is important to take care of my family but I will never decline a good role just because the producer is unable to give me my fee." The actor is very excited over an extraordinary response to his 'Hera Pheri' in which he played the character of a Maharashtrian landlord Baburao. He cited that some Sikh tourists from Canada had brought 'Hera Phere's DVD all the way for his autograph.

Award for Prem Chopra

Actor Prem Chopra has been selected for Balraj Sahni National Award 2005-06 for his contribution to Indian cinema by All India Artists Association. Ashwani Dheer, script writer and director of popular TV serial "Office-Office", has been selected for the award for his contribution towards television, Sudarshan Gaur, President of the association, has told the media. Ten more personalities from different walks of life have also been selected for awards in different categories, which would be presented in the first week of December next.

Priyanka doubles fee?

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Following the amazing success of 'Krrish' starring Priyanka Chopra opposite Hrithik Roshan, Priyanka is stated to have doubled her professional fee from Rs 7.5 million to 15 million. She is keenly looking forward to her forthcoming release 'Aap Ki Khatir' in which she is placed opposite Akshaye Khanna. She believes that 'Aap Ki Khatir' will also attract huge crowds in theaters since the movie is especially made for the next generation. She adds that 'Aap Ki Khatir' will prove a must for new lovers as it might bring the loving pairs closer to each other after they watch the movie. Besides, the movie has depicted both Priyanka Chopra and Akshaye Khanna in their different looks.

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Mr Perfect for Sush not yet

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Former Miss Universe-turned-actor Sushmita Sen hasn't yet got her Mr Perfect though she is known for perfection in all what she does. This is indeed surprising! As far as her boyfriend is concerned she has been failing miserably. Even before being crowned Miss Universe, she had an affair with her boyfriends named Rajat and Tara. She had confessed it at that time, too. Then, her affair with producer-director Vikram Bhatt had become a talk of the town. Like old hats, she had changed her boyfriends. No sooner we heard about Randeep Hooda than the last name disappeared. Again, we hear that she is very excited to get a new boyfriend in Manav Menon who accompanied her in her recent world tour. Is Menon her Mr Perfect is yet to be known though Sush feels very happy with him?

Bollywood moving to UK

The Indian film industry, especially Hindi movies, is shifting to Britain from other European countries as far as the shooting is concerned. According to industry sources, Rishi Kapoor and Suniel Shetty starrer are already being shot in Staffordshire and North Wales. Besides, Eros International, the famous distributing company, has announced that it has procured a huge sum of 22 million pounds for promoting Indian films. Don't be surprised if you come across Indian stars during your forthcoming visit to the UK?

Will family movies revive?

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Well-known filmmaker Basu Chatterjee who produced more than 40 movies, including his family hits like 'Rajnigandha' and 'Chitchor' is confident of the revival of family movies in Bollywood. He believes that movies aren't meant for entertainment only; they should reflect the society's true picture like a mirror. Movies are an object of art and therefore must be socially topical.

Ajay's social gesture

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Ajay Devgan has undertaken a new responsibility; he is starring in a short film urging fellow citizens to stop littering and keep the country clean. The movie is titled 'The Awakening'. First, the movie will start airing on television and then in theatres. Replying to a query, Devgan said the film has a simple message to convey that Indians should keep the streets as clean as their homes. "Just as we don't litter our homes throwing dirt around, we should use the dustbins outside instead of throwing things around on the road". The actor adds that the trash situation in Mumbai has led to flooding as in the recent past when the people left houses filled with sewage, providing filmmakers with plenty of material to shoot for the film. Devgan has appealed to the people to avoid throwing trash in streets and thus inviting trouble in their city.

Neha Dhupia's man

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Actor Neha Dhupia doesn't like those men who are keen about their eyebrows or eyelashes. After all, this is the prerogative of women. If men bother about such things then there is no difference between a man and a woman. "I don't consider such a man better than a woman. A man has to be strong, both physically and mentally."

Perizad to play lesbian

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Perizad Zorabian, the owner of Zorabian Poultry Farm, had been away to China following the news of bird flu in India. There, she became a thick friend of a Chinese girl who happened to be lesbian. Perizad is stated to have fallen for her too. Consequently, an English filmmaker has decided to make a movie on the friendship between Perizad and the Chinese girl. Both the girls have accepted the movie offer. The movie will be based on different ways of lovemaking among lesbians. To make the movie more and more realistic, both the girls are stated to be enjoying a lesbian life these days.

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Is Aditya marrying Rani?

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Is it true that Aditya Chopra's marriage to his interior designer wife Payal is over? Aditya has an eye for the stars, especially those acting under his father's big banner. Who is chasing who is anybody's guess? Industry circles wonder if the Bollywood's No One in the race Rani Mukherjee is chasing Aditya or vice versa. Chopras doubt if Aditya would marry with Rani. Similarly, quarters close to Rani are amazed that she is mentioned as having affair with married men only. First, it was Govinda and now Aditya, despite the fact that the latter isn't too attractive. However, he carries a big entertainment banner of his family on his strong shoulders.

No effect on Bollywood

The 7/11 serial bomb blasts in Mumbai have shaken the whole country and a red alert has been declared in metropolitan cities. However, the life has turned normal within less than 15 hours. Though India's entertainment industry is housed in Mumbai, yet these blasts have had no effect and its work is moving as per the schedule. This week's only movie 'Golmaal' will release as scheduled. It is another thing that the star cast of 'Golmaal' that was fixed to visit Delhi for the movie's promotion on July 12th has been cancelled due to rescheduling of flights.

Priyanka is too excited

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Priyanka Chopra has become crazy since the success of her recently released Hrithik Roshan starrer 'Krrish' coupled with her phenomenal performance at Antwerp in the Netherlands. She loses no occasion to profusely admire Hrithik and his father Rakesh Roshan, for their extraordinary skill. Another reason for her excitement is her next Dharmesh Dharshan's 'Aap Ki Khatir'. Incidentally, her's was not the only performance but two other Bollywood actresses - Kareena Kapoor and Mallaika Arora Khan - gave their best performance there.

Mishra's controversial movie

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Soha Ali Khan and Shiney Ahuja will be seen in Sudhir Mishra's next 'Bahut Nikle Mere Aarman'. Sudhir Mishra who directed 'Hazaron Khwahise Aise' claims to present 'Bahut Nikle Mere Aarman' in the backdrop of 50s. Mishra has earlier worked with Shiney, but Soha is new with him. Industry circles say that the movie is based on 50s episode of late Guru Dutt and Waheeda Rehman. However, Mishra denies that the movie is in any way connected with the two Bollywood actors. Mishra adds that he wants to show that today's passion and dedication existed during 50s also. Aftaab Shivdasani who began his career as a child artist and later turned an actor with 'Pyaasa' followed by 'Love Ke Liye Kuchh Bhi Karega', 'Awara Pagaal Deewana', has now vowed to take up serious assignments. His next movie will be 'Darwaja Band Rakho'. Though the movie is a comedy, yet Aftaab's role is serious. Will Aftaab be able do justice to his role - serious one in a comedy?

Dia's fortune turns better

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Pretty and innocent Dia Mirza who has been languishing in the industry for quite some time has heaved a sigh of relief'. Her fortune has turned for the better in recent times, especially after her item number in 'Phir Heera Pheri' coupled with her role in Subi Samuel's 'Alag'. Besides, Dia is also playing an important role of heroine of Anant Mahadevan in 'Munna Bhai …- II'.

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Does 'KANK' reflect SRK's life?

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What's in Karan Johar's" Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna'? Does it really reflect the personal life of super actor Shah Rukh Khan? Hopefully not, though the industry is rife with such reports. Anyway, Shah Rukh is quite intelligent, and will not allow his marital life to go public. According to a section of the industry, relations between Shah Rukh and his wife Gauri , haven't been as sweet as in the past. In spite of holding different views in certain matters, both compromise with each other for the sake of their two children --- Aryan and Suhana. We wish the couple many more years of a happy married life.

Parvati Khan turns sadhvi

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One time top singer who rocked the whole of Asia by her disco songs and ghazals has become a jogin ( sadhvi ) after renouncing the worldly life and by wearing safron clothes. Recently, she visited the prison in Mumbai and advised the jail inmates to shed evil and turn good doers. She has vowed to visit more Indian jails and speak to the prisoners there. She was accompanied by her husband Nadeem Khan and son Jatin during her Mumbai jail visit. Though she was born in Trinidad and took her training as a nurse in England, the young girl at 12 had been declared a winner in a talent hunt. During the eighties she got everything name, fame, money and glamour, but on second thoughts she renounced the world later. Now, she has recorded her album 'Insaaniyat Ke Naam'.

Mallika in serious role

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Mallika Sherawat of sexy image will soon be noticed in a new avatar. Producer Pritish Nandi says that Mallika is a polished artist and can do any challenging role. She will soon be seen in a serious role in 'Pyar Ke Side Effects'. However, the role will not be boring, he adds. The movie will not lack in glamour either. Video jockey Shophie has played an item girl in this movie.

Priyanka's fate hangs with Santoshi

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Has Priyanka Chopra quit 'London Dreams' or that Raj Kumar Santoshi has dropped her from this movie and replaced her by Vidya Balan. According to Industry circles, Priyanka Chopra had demanded a hefty amount from Raj Kumar Santoshi for the latter's next venture even though her role was confined to a few days' work. Irked by Priyanka's demand Santoshi dropped Priyanka from his 'London Dreams' starring Ajay Devgan and Salman Khan too besides replacing her in his new venture by vidya Balan . Santoshi hasn't yet decided on the new heroine for 'London Dreams' though he wants to start the shooting of the movie in October or November this year. It is wondered if Priyanka Chopra will be foolish to lose such a banner or a director like Raj Kumar Santoshi.

Mudgal's new album

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Well known classical singer Shubha Mudgal has released her latest album titled 'The Awakening', containing ten tracks and the title track being in Punjabi written by Gaurav Issar. While the other tracks like "Patjhad', 'Aali O Aali' and 'Nadiya' have been written by Shyam Anuragi. The album has been released by Times Music. Shubha Mudgal says that the songs have sufi touch.

North Delhi producers

Two young men from North Delhi are determined to make movies centered on Delhi. Thirty-two years old Anand Kumar has already shot the first part and will soon presume the second part of his debut 'Delhi Heights' starring Jimmy Shergill and Neha Dhupia. The other North Delhiite is Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra who is much senior and has already produced and released the Aamir starrer 'Rang De Basanti' few days back. He is now making his coveted movie 'Delhi 6' starring Abhishek Bachchan by filming Chandani Chowk and Jama Masjid areas in it.

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Congrats to Satrughen Sinha and his wife for their 26th Anniversary, 👏 - SO SWEET 😛

Good Luck to Zeenat's film Jaana 😊

Chak De India sounds intresting and funny, really wanna see it as it has SRK 😳 and a girls footy team 😆 . SHOULD BE FUNNY 😛

Congrats to Mr Prem Chopra 👏

YEAH! More films in in Uk! Got waitch for my fav stars 😛

I dought K.A.N.K reflects SRK's life, he wouldn't let that happen and it is just another rumour

Thanks Priya, 😛

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