Art and Fashion: July 2012

Being humble Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui believes that is the key to his recent success

Being humble

Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui believes that is the key to his recent success

When people get successful they often forget their roots but actor Nawzuddin Siddiqui believes that being humble and down-to-earth is what keeps one ticking in this industry.
The actor is curently in the news for his performance in Gangs Of Wasseypur, but Nawazuddin displays no starry airs despite winning an award at the prestigious New York Film Festival. Not only that, three of his films — Gangs Of Wasseypur part 1 and 2, and Miss Lovely – were screened at this year’s Cannes festival. Talking about his recent success, the actor insists nothing has changed. “I haven’t changed. I am the way I was before winning an award at the New York film festival. For me it’s not like I have become a star now, so I have to throw an attitude. I have worked hard for this and I am just glad that it has worked out for me. My hard work paid off finally.”
With several film offers coming his way the actor is more excited about his film with actor Bipasha Basu. He says, “I’m excited to shoot with Bipasha for the upcoming thriller Aatma. I’m happy that I am getting to do such good films.” But, now he is waiting anxiously for his Gangs Of Wasseypur 2 to release. “Yes, I’m a little nervous. My character goes through a huge transformation in the second part and I just hope it becomes a box office hit,” he says. He signs off saying, “I want to continue doing quality films, which will be appreciated worldwide.”

Prabhudheva teases Sonakshi

When actor Sonakshi Sinha was shooting for her item number Go go Govinda in Oh My God, it was raining on the first two days of the shoot. Since it was an outdoor shoot, actor-turned-director, Prabhudheva, who was choreographing the song ordered for kanda bhajiya. However, since Sonakshi was on a strict diet for the song, Prabhudheva would order for the entire crew except her, just to tease her. When the kanda bhajiyas would arrive, the actress would lock herself in the vanity vain, so that she’s not tempted to eat!

I’m good: Tom Cruise

The Hollywood actor had a tough few weeks after actor wife Katie Holmes filed for divorce, but Tom Cruise looked like a man without a care in the world as he stepped out in Malibu on Friday. The 50-year-old actor appeared unconcerned as he emerged after lunch and even sported a huge smile. When photographers from TMZ asked Tom how he was doing, the star happily replied, “I'm good.” Meanwhile, Tom is also on the lookout for a new place in New York so he can be close to his daughter Suri, who is living in the city with her mother.

‘Cheating’ Kristen apologises to beau R-Patz

Holly hottie Kristen Stewart has issued a public apology to her boyfriend, actor Robert Pattinson following revelations of her affair with married Snow White And The Huntsman director Rupert Sanders.
Pictures of the 22-year-old actress in the arms of the 41-year-old filmmaker, who has two young children with model wife Liberty Ross, emerged on Wednesday night.
“I’m deeply sorry for the hurt and embarrassment I’ve caused to those close to me and everyone this has affected,” the Daily Mail quoted Kristen as telling an international magazine. “This momentary indiscretion has jeopardised the most important thing in my life, the person I love and respect the most, Rob. I love him, I love him, I’m so sorry,” she said. There was no response, at least publicly, from Pattinson.
A ‘distraught’ Rupert too has reportedly followed suit . “My beautiful wife and heavenly children are all I have in this world. I love them with all my heart. I am praying that we can get through this together,” he said.

Prachi’s fearless confession!

Actor Prachi Desai, who’s been busy promoting her upcoming film Bol Bachchan, revealed that though she was working with three seniors — Ajay Devgn, Abhishek Bcahchan, Asin — in the film, she was not intimidated by them at all. “Why would I be afraid,” quips the pretty actor, adding, “I may be a tad bit nervous, but never intimidated.” But the actor does admit that once the shootings started, she started getting scared of the pranks that the guys would have in store for her. “Abhishek, Ajay and even Rohit would all always play pranks and do it with such a straight face that it was impossible to know that they were just fooling around. But it did help break the ice, so it was fun all along,” smiles Prachi.

Queen looked like my granny: Raghu Dixit

Bengaluru-based musician Raghu Dixit was the only Indian musician who performed for the Queen of England, Elizabeth II for the Diamond Jubilee Celebration a couple of weeks ago. Describing the experience as ‘mind numbing’, he says that when he met the Queen, all he could think of was his grandmother. “She looked like my granny!” he says, laughing.
Raghu, who had put up a show together with acclaimed Indian contemporary dancer Mayuri Upadhya of Nritarutya met the Queen of England “over cucumber sandwiches, pastries, Earl Grey tea and other classic British eats” along with other artists from across the globe. The outfits for the extravagant show were created by designer James Ferriera.
“Our meeting with the Queen was rather quick; she thanked us for coming all the way from India to perform for her. The walk through the grandeur of the castle just blew our minds. It took us back in time through history and the royal lifestyle,” recalls the singer.

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