When Abhi was in Delhi

That Junior B took a train to Jhansi from Delhi to shoot for his next film, Mani Ratnam’s Raavan, was something you read in TOI first!

And here’s the second installment of the same khabar. Delhi’s Nizamuddin railway station played host to the actor once again, who was on his return trip this time. Abhishek Bachchan returned to Delhi with the crew from Tikamgarh (close to Jhansi) where he was shooting for the film one morning recently. The actor spent some time at sister Shweta’s place before taking an afternoon flight to Mumbai. We hear, he’s off to New York next. And after NY, he’s heading to Mysore – to finish the last leg of shooting for the film. For more on where’s AB gonna go next, keep reading this space.

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Kids go gaga over Jiah Khan

Jiah Khan’s fan following doesn’t only consist of male population, but also kids. And that has surprised Jiah too.

The actress was invited to be the chief guest at a kiddie event and she was surprised to see the kids going gaga over her. Well now, if only producer pay equal attention to the actress she may end up with some plum projects in her kitty, right Jiah?

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Big B to spreading his fragrance

More than film, Big B is busy in endorsing brands these days. He is gearing up for the launch of his second signature perfume by French brand Lomani.

It is believed that Amitabh Bachchan went to meet the designers in Paris recently. He is believed to have discussed the marketing strategy for the launch, which is due in nine months. Reportedly his last Lomani perfume, floral- spicy blend was introduced in 2002. It was a huge hit.

The other Paris connection of Big B is that he was recently featured on the issue of L'Officiel Hommes. Designers Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla styled him in Louis Vuitton and well known photographer Ian McKell shot him in the beautiful city of Paris.

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Salman's Chartered favour for Kareena

Newly foes turned friends Kareena Kapoor and Salman Khan are making sure they don’t fall apart this time round as they are doing everything under the sun to please one another.

The gorgeous twosome, who put all the differences to end on the sets of their upcoming flick ‘Main Aur Mrs Khanna’, seem to be taking their friendship to the next level with flamboyant gifts and mighty favours.

After Kareena made the first move to break the ice, it’s Salman who has taken the next step forward to strengthen their dostana.

According to the latest buzz Kareena would have failed to reach Karabi in Thailand where she had to shoot a song for Sohail Khan’s ‘Main Aur Mrs Khanna’ had it not been for Salman.

The actress had reportedly missed her flight to Thailand due to her hectic schedule. Distressed over the incident, the lass spoke about her little trouble to Sallu, who immediately organised a chartered flight for Bebo.

And Kareena didn’t even have to say thanks, for Sallu firmly believes in the ‘no sorry no thank you’ policy. Right gals?

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Shilpa gifts her dream car to her sister Shamita

Shilpa Shetty is known to celebrate her sister Shamita's birthday in style.

This year Shilpa showered Shamita, who turns 30 on February 2, with expensive gifts on the eve of her birthday and have also planned something special for the day itself.

As Shamita is said to be fond of stylish cars, and the Audi 6 in particular, Shilpa decided to buy Shamita her dream car.

So a silver Audi 6, estimated to cost Rs.5 million, has been gifted to Shamita along with an expensive diamond jewellery set.

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Bollywood films cross the borders

Indo-Pak relations have yet to thaw, but a string of Indian film releases in Pakistan is a clear indication that against all odds, the two industries are trying to maintain their ties.

Farhan Akhtar's Luck By Chance opened in Pakistani theatres on Friday, and although Ghajini was released two weeks after it hit the screens in India, it received a warm welcome. While Shah Rukh Khan's last film Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi did not release in Pakistan, his new film, Billu Barber, is scheduled to be released in the neighbouring country on February 13.

Pakistani film producer Sevy Ali said, "Indian films are cleared under the foreign film category. The criteria for releasing a film here is strange they: they allowed Raaz and Ghajini only because some of the scenes and songs were shot abroad. Rab Ne's release was stalled as all of it was shot in India.''

A spokesperson for Big Pictures said, "Pakistan as a market has a great potential due to cultural and language similarities.''

Ali added, "Race raked in Rs 6 crore, and that means Pakistan has the potential to generate revenue Ghajini would have done well, but by the time it released here, pirated DVDs had flooded the market.''

Bollywood is keen on releasing its films in Pakistan, but is being stonewalled by rules that don't allow films, which are shot completely in India, to be released.

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Bipasha Basu heading for Hollywood!

Bipasha Basu (pictured left) has reportedly taken up a Hollywood project, which was earlier rejected by Kareena Kapoor.

The film, titled “Chaimera”, is a thriller and will be directed by Daniel Silverman who made “The Devil Wears Prada”. It will be produced by music director-turned-producer Tabun.

“Chaimera” is said to star Billy Zane and Bipasha in the lead. And what's more, it seems Bipasha has been paid well in advance for the movie.

She is said to be playing an Asian character in the film, which is to be shot in India.

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