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Vanessa Hudgens worries about ageing

LOS ANGELES: Vanessa Hudgens, 22, is unsure if she will ever have cosmetic surgery but already uses anti-ageing products in order to maintain a youthful appearance. Vanessa Hudgens already uses anti-ageing products. The 22-year-old actress is unsure whether she will undergo any cosmetic procedures in the future but is already taking care to maintain a youthful look. She said: "Would I have surgery? I don't know. It would really depend. I'm already starting to use anti-ageing products. "You might as well start sooner than later because products are really amazing these days."...
Published On: 2011-04-03

Where is stripper-wannabe Poonam Pandey?

In case you're wondering where model Poonam Pandey is now that India has won the World Cup, read on! After going to the media with promises of streaking down the streets if and when the Men in Blue get the World Cup home, Poonam Pandey conveniently disappeared on Saturday. And even managed to switch off her cell phone. Sources say the 20-year-old model was pestered by calls from people, either begging her to strip or threatening should she dare 'insult Indian culture'. Pandey on Thursday had reiterated her promise to run in the buff if India brings the Cup back home. Pandey tweeted: "...
Published On: 2011-04-03

Celine Dion can have work and parenthood

LONDON: Celine Dion wanted to quit performing after she had her first son Rene-Charles, now 10, but since returning to work after the birth of her five-month-old twins Eddy and Nelson, she has realised she can ''have it all''. Celine Dion thinks she can "have it all". The 43-year-old singer - who has 10-year-old son Rene-Charles and five-month-old twins Eddy and Nelson with husband Rene Angelil - wanted to give up performing after the birth of her first child but since returning to work recently, she enjoys being on stage more than ever. She said: "With Rene-Charles I wanted ...
Published On: 2011-04-03

Katrina: From cricket to football

MUMBAI: Katrina Kaif will be the special guest of honour of Manchester City Football Club when they play Sunderland in the crucial English Premier League clash today. Kat, who is in London for an endorsement deal, has been invited by the prestigious football club to watch the match. She will sit in the private enclosure meant for VIPs. Katrina has decided to take her mother, Suzanne Turquotte and sister Isabelle along. The actress confirms, "I'm in London for a press conference, and have been invited by the Manchester City football team. I'll be going to see the match." ...
Published On: 2011-04-03

Yana turns ´Laila´ like Zeenat

MUMBAI: Yana Gupta will dance to Zeenat Aman's iconic Laila Main Laila in an upcoming film Dilli Chalo. The rich raunchy remix of the song from Feroz Khan's Qurbani, is the second remix of the senior seductress in a month, close on the heels of Dum Maro Dum featuring Deepika Padukone. But this time Zeenat is not complaining as the film's producer Lara Dutta has not only kept the yesteryear actress in the loop, but has also shown her the song. And the sex bomb of the 1970s and 80s has given her thumbs-up to Yana's gyrations. Says a source, "What Zeenat liked was that Lara and Yana have s...
Published On: 2011-04-03

Deepika beats Katrina‚ Kareena

LONDON: Deepika Padukone was in the news a few months ago for buying a new home in Prabhadevi, Central Mumbai valued at around Rs 16 crore. Most of her contemporaries live in homes that cost much less. One of the reasons for the steep cost is the flat's location. Deepika is the only actress of her generation to have an address in mid-town, where a house costs much more than in Bandra or Juhu, where most of the actors reside. Although it was being speculated that her beau, industrialist Vijay Mallya's son Sidhartha, paid for the apartment, it is learnt that Deepika has gone through the proper...
Published On: 2011-04-03

Laughter keeps JLo and Marc together

LONDON: Jennifer Lopez believes she has a successful marriage with Marc Anthony because they love to laugh together. The singer-and-actress — who has three-year-old twins Max and Emme with spouse Anthony — says she originally fell for his sense of humour, and believes their shared sense of fun has helped them stay together. She said, “Our secret is being able to laugh together. He’s a funny guy — it’s what I’ve always loved about him. We also have a real connection which is based on a lot of love and laughter.” ...
Published On: 2011-04-02

Romeo wants to call sis Justine Beckham

LONDON: David Beckham’s son Romeo wants to name his new sister Justine Bieber Beckham. The soccer superstar and his popstar-turned designer wife Victoria are expecting their fourth child — a confirmed daughter — later this year and their middle son is desperate to name the new arrival after his favourite pop star Justin Bieber. During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, David said, “When we got told it was a boy, Romeo said, ‘How about Justin Bieber as a name? Justin Bieber Beckham?’ So now we know it’s a girl, he said, ‘Well, how about Just...
Published On: 2011-04-02

Chan´s charity concert for Japanese survivors

LONDON: Martial arts movie star Jackie Chan headlined a charity concert and telethon for the survivors of the Japanese earthquake/tsunami disaster in Hong Kong’s Victoria Park on April 1. The star was joined by Andy Lau, actor Donnie Yen and ot-her Asian performers for the benefit. Chan opened the show by calling for a moment of silence to honour the thousands who lost their lives in the March 11 tragedy. He then led the performers in a rendition of peace anthem Succumb Not to Sorrow, based on a poem by Kenji Miyazawa. Lau addressed the crowd and said, “The more ruthless natu...
Published On: 2011-04-02

Cover versions flattering: John

LONDON: Sir Elton John has taken aim at the cool bands who have refused to let the Glee use their songs, insisting they should be flattered. He was thrilled when American Idol dedicated a night to his music and admits he would be honoured to be part of a Glee episode — he just can’t understand why Kings of Leon and the Foo Fighters would turn such an offer down. He says, “A lot of bands are saying we don’t want our stuff on Glee. Like, lighten up! I mean, this is a compliment.” And Sir Elton insists he feels flattered whenever he hears other people’s ver...
Published On: 2011-04-02