ANUPAM KHER TURNS 56 TODAY

TODAY, Bollywood famous actor ANUPAM KHER, turns 56 who born on  7th March 1955, who has appeared in nearly 400 films and 100 plays. He has held the post of Chairman of the Censor Board and National School of Drama in India.

EARLY LIFE:-

Anupam Kher was born into a Kashmiri Pandit family, and lived in Shimla and did his schooling from D.A.V. School in Shimla. He is an alumni and former chairperson of the National School of Drama. Some of his early acting was in plays performed at Himachal Pradesh University.

CAREER:-

Kher made his acting debut in the 1982 Hindi movie Aagman. Then in 1984 came Saaransh, where he played a retired man who has lost his son. He hosted TV shows such as Say Na Something To Anupam Uncle, Sawaal Dus Crore Ka and the recent Lead India. He has had many comic roles but has also played the villain such as his acclaimed role as terrorist Dr. Dang in Karma (1986). For his role in Daddy (1989) he received the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Performance. Kher has won the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role five times, more than any other actor.

He has starred alongside Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan many times in films such as Darr (1993), Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge (1995), Chaahat (1996), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Mohabbatein (2000) and Veer-Zaara (2004).

He ventured into directing with Om Jai Jagadish (2003) and has also been a producer. He produced and starred in the film Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara (2005). He received the Best Actor Award from the Karachi International Film Festival for his performance in the film.

Kher is known internationally for Bend It Like Beckham (2002), Bride and Prejudice (2004), his appearance on the hit TV show ER, and most recently in The Mistress of Spices (2006) and Lust, Caution (2007).

Kher has written and starred in a play about his own life called Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai, which is directed by Feroz Abbas Khan.

Until recently he served as chairman of the Indian Film Censor Board. He is an alumnus of National School of Drama (1978 batch) and was its director between 2001 and 2004.

PERSONAL LIFE:-

Anupam Kher is married to fellow actor Kirron Kher. Her son, his stepson, is actor Sikander Kher. His brother, Raju Kher is also an actor, who appeared in Anupam's directorial debut Om Jai Jagadish.

In 2007, Anupam Kher, with his batchmate of NSD, Satish Kaushik, started a film production company, Karol Bagh Productions. Their first film, Tere Sang, is being directed by Satish Kaushik.

He has recently been appointed the goodwill ambassador of the Pratham Education Foundation, which strives to improve children's education in India.

He is also widely regarded as an intellectual talk show participant.

BRITNEY SPEARS - PREPARING FOR "GMA"

Her new album Femme Fatale is scheduled to hit stores and online retailers on March 29th, and Britney Spears has just announced she’ll perform on “Good Morning America” to celebrate.

The “Toxic” mommy recorded a video message for her fans to share the good news, sporting a beige dress and heart necklace.

Brit stated, "Good morning, America. I'm excited to tell you on Tuesday morning, March 29, I'll be performing for the first time ever in a special concert in San Francisco's historic Castro district on 'Good Morning America.' And I promise you it'll be a morning to remember. See you soon!"

And in a recent Twitter chat, Spears described Femme Fatale as "moody, edgy pop with a lot of energy. I co-wrote a couple of songs. I think it's some of the best work I have ever done.”

VIDYA BALAN PUT OBJECTION FOR GETTING NUDE FOR M.F. HUSSAIN

Now its Vidya Balan who has caught M.F Hussain’s Fancy. Rumor had it a few days ago that Ms. Balan would go all nude to grace the painter’s canvass. This news seem to have disturbed the conservative Vidya. Sources say that the news has not amused Vidya and she seems to be disturbed by it. A friend of the actress has allegedly told the media that Vidya has no plans of going nude for M.F Hussain.

ALYSSA MILANO - IN HER MOVIE "HALL PASS"

Alyssa Milano was seen at the premiere of her new movie “Hall Pass”. The “Who’s The Boss” babe looked fabulous as she posed outside the ArcLight Cinemas Cinerama Dome in Hollywood, sporting a black scoopneck top and a grey skirt.

In related news, Alyssa has announced she’s joining the celebrity baby boom, as she’s expecting her first child with husband Dave Bugliari.

Ms. Milano is the latest Tinseltown lady to share that she’s preggers, and she’s in good company- Selma Blair, Alicia Silverstone, Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba, and Ivanka Trump all have buns in the oven as well.

KAREENA KAPOOR - BOLLYWOOD SEXIEST WOMAN

Bollywood actress, Kareena Kapoor has been named the sexiest woman by Stardust magazine.

Kareena beats actresses like Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra to win the title. The decision has been made on the basis of an extensive research and readers responses. The latest issue of Stardust magazine features the list of top 10 sexiest women.

Last year, it was Katrina who topped the list of sexiest women in Bollywood.

KATE HUDSON - SHOWING BABY BUMP

Taking a leisurely post-lunch stroll, Kate Hudson and Matt Bellamy were seen side-by-side in Los Angeles.

The “Bride Wars” babe and her musician beau looked happily in love as Kate proudly showed off her adorable growing baby bump with the pair sharing a few smooches along the way.

On the career front, Miss Hudson yet another highly-anticipated chick flick titled "Something Borrowed" hitting theaters this May.

Co-starring Ginnifer Goodwin, Kate plays a gal named Darcy with the film's trailer having just been released.

KATRINA KAIF IN "MAIN KRISHNA HOON"

Bollywood hot and sexy actress, Katrina Kaif will be seen in "Main Krishna Hoon" which is being produced by her long-term hairdresser Pomila Hunter. Her role in the film is going to be a cameo and will be seen in the second half of the flick. Katrina Kaif is said to have signed the film for free. Debutant producer Pomila confirms the news.


This is not the first time that such a thing has happened in Bollywood. Earlier Amitabh Bachchan appeared in the Bhojpuri film ‘Ganga’ that was made by Deepak Sawant, the make-up man of Big B’s for 30years. And this time, Katrina Kaif’s turn to lend her helping hand to Pomila.

Kat might not be with Salman Khan anymore, but in all likelihood it appears that the generosity of the superstar has rubbed onto the ex-of the hunk. So after doing a cameo in Shirish Kunder’s upcoming flick ‘Joker’ alongside the lead pair of the film Sonakshi Sinha and Akshay Kumar in ‘Joker’, she will be seen in ‘Main Krishna Hoon’ also.

HOLLY MADISON - IN HAND PRINT CEREMONY

The most hottest and sexiest, Holly Madison was seen at the Planet Hollywood Restaurant at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

The former “Girls Next Door” babe participated in a Hand Print Ceremony to cement her place into Sin City greatness.

As for her boyfriend Jack Barakat, Holly says she’s happier than she’s ever been in a relationship.
“He’s a really down to earth guy,” she explained. "I feel like he's really real and he knows me for who I am. I can say whatever in front of him and he's cool with it."

"I love that Jack has a sense of humor and I can just be myself around him. I don't need to be like Miss Priss or Betty Crocker. I feel like every guy that I dated before him expected that."

BOLLYWOOD KING IN "DON 2"

Now, Bollywood Badshah, Shah Rukh Khan will be seen in much-hyped look in his upcoming film, "Don 2" is no longer a secret. While the film’s publicists officially distributed SRK’s pictures from Don 2 on Sunday, fact is that his new look was leaked all over the Internet much earlier.

Shah Rukh Khan looked ‘sorta’ disconcerting in graying beard and long hair neatly tucked under a black knit hairband at Videocon owner Venugopal Dhoot’s daughter’s wedding at Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai.
Don 2 is set to hit theaters on 23 December 2011

OLIVIA PALERMO - "AT THE LOOK SHOW"

Keeping up on the latest fashion trends around the world, Olivia Palermo was seen at "The Look Show" which is a part of the kick-off for London Fashion Week.

The former “City” star dazzled the press area in cheetah-print heels paired with a darling dress and black jacket.

Her love of fashion paid off earlier this week as it was announced that Olivia is the new face for New York label, Tibi.

She will be modeling her Spring/Summer 2011 campaign, and was even granted permission to pick the pieces she will be seen in for the ads.