T-Fare received a total of 357 applications for the lead role in Dostana. Thank you to all the gorgeous girls and t-girls who applied. It was an extremely difficult task to pick just 1 winner to star in Dostana. We based our decision purely on how well we believed the applicant would fit into the glamorous role of a Miami resident in Dostana.
After a long selection and vetting process, we have finalized newcomer CHAMELI from Manchester, UK to play the lead in Dostana. Introducing Chameli, the film stars Neeraj Khan, Rehan Khan and Michelle Sherawat.
Tuesday
Friday
CASTING CALL
T-Fare would like to give young T-Girls around the world the opportunity of a lifetime!
Beauty Price Productions will be casting a fresh new face to star opposite Neeraj Khan and Rehan Khan in their next magnum opus - DOSTANA. We invite all young girls and t-girls to apply. Here are some of the requirements:
- Only Girls and T-Girls will be considered
- Must send 1 CLEAR front profile and 1 CLEAR side profile picture to gayfareonline at gmail . Com
- Subject of email must say "DOSTANA ENTRY 2010"
- Must be wearing western outfit, swimsuit or bikini in the pictures
- Pictures in non western outfits or nude pictures will not be considered
- No age restriction but must have a youthful appearance
- Must be size 3 or lower and willing to wear either a swimsuit or a bikini
- Must be willing to sign a 3 film contract with BPP and give up to 7 interviews
- All entries must be received by BPP no later than Sunday, November 28.
The winner will be launched by BPP and following the release of Dostana in February, 2011 will receive the kind of name recognition that Malini Malhotra, Natasha Rai, Amritaa and Monisha Rai currently enjoy.
Legal Disclaimer
BPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in its recruiting practises. We welcome all minorities to apply.
Beauty Price Productions will be casting a fresh new face to star opposite Neeraj Khan and Rehan Khan in their next magnum opus - DOSTANA. We invite all young girls and t-girls to apply. Here are some of the requirements:
- Only Girls and T-Girls will be considered
- Must send 1 CLEAR front profile and 1 CLEAR side profile picture to gayfareonline at gmail . Com
- Subject of email must say "DOSTANA ENTRY 2010"
- Must be wearing western outfit, swimsuit or bikini in the pictures
- Pictures in non western outfits or nude pictures will not be considered
- No age restriction but must have a youthful appearance
- Must be size 3 or lower and willing to wear either a swimsuit or a bikini
- Must be willing to sign a 3 film contract with BPP and give up to 7 interviews
- All entries must be received by BPP no later than Sunday, November 28.
The winner will be launched by BPP and following the release of Dostana in February, 2011 will receive the kind of name recognition that Malini Malhotra, Natasha Rai, Amritaa and Monisha Rai currently enjoy.
Legal Disclaimer
BPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in its recruiting practises. We welcome all minorities to apply.
Wednesday
BPP's FASHION - Released Worldwide
Trollywood fans will be delighted to know that BPP's FASHION starring Malini Malhotra & Natasha Rai has been released worldwide for paid-preview on November 7, 2010. Please click the link below for an exclusive paid preview:
http://groups.google.com/group/trollywood
For those of you that are not paid patrons at this time, the public release will be COMING SOON to a theater near you:
http://www.slide.com/r/rH59mP3LwT8qtTfvp8eSfB-g-53JjXvj?previous_view=mscd_embedded_url&view=original
http://groups.google.com/group/trollywood
For those of you that are not paid patrons at this time, the public release will be COMING SOON to a theater near you:
http://www.slide.com/r/rH59mP3LwT8qtTfvp8eSfB-g-53JjXvj?previous_view=mscd_embedded_url&view=original
Thursday
Natasha Rai plays Meghna Mathur in FASHION
As the countdown heats up, we present to you none other than Natasha Rai, who plays one of the key characters of Meghna Mathur in BPP's FASHION. In Natasha's most sincere interview, she handles some tough questions and opens up about her rivalry with other leading divas of Trollywood.
Q. You claim to have an MBA from an accredited university in the States. But isn't it true that you started your career as an assistant in a shoestore? Most people with real MBA's work as top notch executives. Can you explain why someone with an MBA would work as an assistant manager selling shoes? Even a high school graduate can easily get such a position.
Natasha: After studies in US, I immigrated to Canada on points system on the basis of my education. I came to Vancouver with my degree and 400 US$. With no family and support in Vancouver, I had to take any job that came my way. The AM job with a reputed retail co. was not bad for a new immigrant. With my marketing background, I climbed up the company ladder quick and within 2 years I was promoted to District Manager looking after 8 businesses of Vancouver. I definitely credit this to my MBA.
Q. As you might have heard, there is a lot of speculation that the university you supposedly received your degree from does not even exist. Could you please comment on this matter?
Natasha: I did MBA with specialization in Marketing and Sales from University of San Francisco under senate J W Fulbright grant for my entire studies. USF is a Jesuit university of San Francisco and the MBA program from there is very much accredited. You can verify this from the USF Alumni Association. I'm surprised that you have not heard of this university.
Q. Your feud with the Malhotra family has proven to be a consistent source of tabloid gossip fodder. However, many believe that you deliberately attack the Malhotra family to keep yourself in the news. How can you stoop to this level for the sake of cheap publicity?
Natasha: I've never attacked Malhotra family for any personal reason. I've not even met any of the Malhotra members other than Malini who I used to be friends with. I was even cordial to her in the Bollywood dance night in Vancouver. I am not the kind of person who harasses anyone but I will not sit quiet if someone attacks me on my back. This is in my Gurkha blood. I could also be very loving and giving to someone and the proof is I have more brothers and sisters in Trollywood than anybody. If I have to attack someone to get publicity, why would paparazzi be after me? Its the other way around.
Q. Both critics and the audience lashed out at your bulging waist line and huge love handles in your last hit Race. How come you didn't realize that you needed to be in shape to carry off a western outfit? Also, are you going to make a laughing stock of yourself again in a western role as Meghna Mathur in Fashion?
Natasha: Yes I agree, I was not in best shape while shooting for Race and it clearly affected my stardom and fan followings. But then I've worked hard for supermodel Meghna Mathur's role for Fashion. I won this role from voters' poll and I thank them for believing in me despite my appearance in Race. The audience is the best judge and they will review me after the release of Fashion how I've carried off on the Fashion ramp.
Q. Paparazzi have spotted you violating traffic rules by running the red light and almost causing an accident. How can you set such a poor example for your fans?
Natasha: I didn't cross the red light. I crossed on yellow. My speed was higher than city limit as I was rushing to meet my appointment. Thank God I got the warning ticket this time after the traffic police checked my driving record. I have to be more careful now and set a good example for youngsters.
Q. There are numerous stories about your arrogance and ego. Isn't this the reason why the Malhotra family cannot accept you and broke off the potential rishta with you?
Natasha: I think I am a headstrong person and I will not bend my head to anyone. My character is very much like that of Vaidehi in Lajja. I would rather break off my relationship if a man cannot respect my individuality. I believe in sharing and caring and for me trust and love that builds a relationship. It seems to happen a lot in Trollywood that the women are made inferior to their male counterparts and I think that's totally wrong. So for this reason, if someone calls me proud and arrogant then so be it.
Q. You have been known to compare yourself with none other than Aishwarya Rai. However, paparazzi pictures show that you have a very different look and size and you look nothing like her. Please comment?
Natasha: (laughs) Aishwarya Rai is Miss world and I am not even Miss Nepal. Sandhya Lama is! I loved Aishwarya in Devdas and so when we did the Trolly version of it, I naturally wanted to do her part and I don't think I did a bad job either. Lots of Celebrities look very different and plain without make up and I am no exception. I have to dress up differently for my job with plain get up and paparazzi always try to show the negative side of me to sell their gossips. My director and audience must have seen something in me otherwise I would not be getting the roles that keep me going.
Q. Malini has been your rival for almost a decade but she has always maintained the coveted numero uno position. Why is it that even with so many author backed lead roles, you are never able to command the kind of fan following that she enjoys?
Natasha: Malini is numero uno and will alwyas be as she is Trollywood's Madhuri Dixit. Though Subhash Ghai introduced both Monisha koirala and Madhuri Dixit, Monisha could never take over. That's exactly the situation with us. She has more fan following than me as she has more jhatkas and nakhras a la Madhuri. I am happy with what I have and I enjoy with whatever offers come my way. We all have our places and positions in Trollywood and I am not greedy for the top slot.
Q. Recent polls suggest that newcomer Monisha Rai is breathing down your neck. Critics have noted that she will will soon overtake you because she's in much better shape. Aren't you concerned that your weight is ruining your career? Do you have any plans to loose weight and get your career back on track?
Natasha: Honestly, I think Monisha was the best in Race and that's quite an achievement for a newcomer. I will be very proud if she can take our position one day. I have had my share of success in Trollywood and I am still here today only because my fans still want to see me. I have done a good job in Fashion and Lajja is another promising offer to me and I will do my best with my looks and acting. Please pray for me!
Q. You claim to have an MBA from an accredited university in the States. But isn't it true that you started your career as an assistant in a shoestore? Most people with real MBA's work as top notch executives. Can you explain why someone with an MBA would work as an assistant manager selling shoes? Even a high school graduate can easily get such a position.
Natasha: After studies in US, I immigrated to Canada on points system on the basis of my education. I came to Vancouver with my degree and 400 US$. With no family and support in Vancouver, I had to take any job that came my way. The AM job with a reputed retail co. was not bad for a new immigrant. With my marketing background, I climbed up the company ladder quick and within 2 years I was promoted to District Manager looking after 8 businesses of Vancouver. I definitely credit this to my MBA.
Q. As you might have heard, there is a lot of speculation that the university you supposedly received your degree from does not even exist. Could you please comment on this matter?
Natasha: I did MBA with specialization in Marketing and Sales from University of San Francisco under senate J W Fulbright grant for my entire studies. USF is a Jesuit university of San Francisco and the MBA program from there is very much accredited. You can verify this from the USF Alumni Association. I'm surprised that you have not heard of this university.
Q. Your feud with the Malhotra family has proven to be a consistent source of tabloid gossip fodder. However, many believe that you deliberately attack the Malhotra family to keep yourself in the news. How can you stoop to this level for the sake of cheap publicity?
Natasha: I've never attacked Malhotra family for any personal reason. I've not even met any of the Malhotra members other than Malini who I used to be friends with. I was even cordial to her in the Bollywood dance night in Vancouver. I am not the kind of person who harasses anyone but I will not sit quiet if someone attacks me on my back. This is in my Gurkha blood. I could also be very loving and giving to someone and the proof is I have more brothers and sisters in Trollywood than anybody. If I have to attack someone to get publicity, why would paparazzi be after me? Its the other way around.
Q. Both critics and the audience lashed out at your bulging waist line and huge love handles in your last hit Race. How come you didn't realize that you needed to be in shape to carry off a western outfit? Also, are you going to make a laughing stock of yourself again in a western role as Meghna Mathur in Fashion?
Natasha: Yes I agree, I was not in best shape while shooting for Race and it clearly affected my stardom and fan followings. But then I've worked hard for supermodel Meghna Mathur's role for Fashion. I won this role from voters' poll and I thank them for believing in me despite my appearance in Race. The audience is the best judge and they will review me after the release of Fashion how I've carried off on the Fashion ramp.
Q. Paparazzi have spotted you violating traffic rules by running the red light and almost causing an accident. How can you set such a poor example for your fans?
Natasha: I didn't cross the red light. I crossed on yellow. My speed was higher than city limit as I was rushing to meet my appointment. Thank God I got the warning ticket this time after the traffic police checked my driving record. I have to be more careful now and set a good example for youngsters.
Q. There are numerous stories about your arrogance and ego. Isn't this the reason why the Malhotra family cannot accept you and broke off the potential rishta with you?
Natasha: I think I am a headstrong person and I will not bend my head to anyone. My character is very much like that of Vaidehi in Lajja. I would rather break off my relationship if a man cannot respect my individuality. I believe in sharing and caring and for me trust and love that builds a relationship. It seems to happen a lot in Trollywood that the women are made inferior to their male counterparts and I think that's totally wrong. So for this reason, if someone calls me proud and arrogant then so be it.
Q. You have been known to compare yourself with none other than Aishwarya Rai. However, paparazzi pictures show that you have a very different look and size and you look nothing like her. Please comment?
Natasha: (laughs) Aishwarya Rai is Miss world and I am not even Miss Nepal. Sandhya Lama is! I loved Aishwarya in Devdas and so when we did the Trolly version of it, I naturally wanted to do her part and I don't think I did a bad job either. Lots of Celebrities look very different and plain without make up and I am no exception. I have to dress up differently for my job with plain get up and paparazzi always try to show the negative side of me to sell their gossips. My director and audience must have seen something in me otherwise I would not be getting the roles that keep me going.
Q. Malini has been your rival for almost a decade but she has always maintained the coveted numero uno position. Why is it that even with so many author backed lead roles, you are never able to command the kind of fan following that she enjoys?
Natasha: Malini is numero uno and will alwyas be as she is Trollywood's Madhuri Dixit. Though Subhash Ghai introduced both Monisha koirala and Madhuri Dixit, Monisha could never take over. That's exactly the situation with us. She has more fan following than me as she has more jhatkas and nakhras a la Madhuri. I am happy with what I have and I enjoy with whatever offers come my way. We all have our places and positions in Trollywood and I am not greedy for the top slot.
Q. Recent polls suggest that newcomer Monisha Rai is breathing down your neck. Critics have noted that she will will soon overtake you because she's in much better shape. Aren't you concerned that your weight is ruining your career? Do you have any plans to loose weight and get your career back on track?
Natasha: Honestly, I think Monisha was the best in Race and that's quite an achievement for a newcomer. I will be very proud if she can take our position one day. I have had my share of success in Trollywood and I am still here today only because my fans still want to see me. I have done a good job in Fashion and Lajja is another promising offer to me and I will do my best with my looks and acting. Please pray for me!
Saturday
Chandramukhi & Jasmine Katkar sign LAjjA
After 7 days of negotiations, BPP is pleased to announce that Toronto's fabulous cross dresser Chandramukhi has been signed to play the key role of Rekha in the upcoming "LAjjA."
Neeraj will play the role of a bad boy essayed by Jackie Shroff in the Bollywood version of the saga. Malini Nanku-Malhotra has already been signed to play the role of Madhuri Dixit. Per the polls, offers will be made to Natasha Rai and Monisha Rai to pay the lead roles played by Manisha Koirala and Mahima Chaudhari. Finally, Vancouver's diva from West End Jasmine Katkar (AKA Sayuri) has been signed for the seductive item number "Aayiye!"
Monday
Malini Malhotra plays Shonali Gujral in FASHION
As we prepare for the biggest production in BPP history, we present an exclusive interview with Malini Malhotra who plays supermodel Shonali Gujral in BPP's FASHION.
Watch this space in the next few days as we present intimate interviews with Natasha Rai who plays supermodel Meghna Mathur and Monisha Rai who plays Janet Sequeira.
Q. We have all seen your million dollar pentouse of Horse Shoe Bay in a video that your family posted online. But isn't it true that until a few years ago, you worked in the custodial department?
As I have said before, I was married into the prestigious Malhotra family and everything I have today is theirs. I have never denied my humble beginnings and in fact I am very proud that I have come a long way. I will not comment on whether I worked in the custodial department because I don't want to belittle people who work hard in custodial or any other type of services. To me, whether you are working as CEO or a janitor makes no difference. I don't know why the press is obsessed with our penthouse and material posessions. To me, it is just a house. Because I am so tired of all the press reports about my "penthouse" and since we now have a child, you will be happy to know that we will soon be selling our home. We are looking for a kid-friendly house in West Vancouver with a big backyard that Rahul can play in.
Q. How can you afford such an expensive home?
The reason I don't like to talk about my wealth and good fortune is because it is all unimportant to me. When people show off their wealth, it really disgusts me. Marne ke baad insaan kya leke jaata hai? I have seen some bad times in my life and whatever I have today is a result of my bhakti and blessings from Durga Ma. One day when I am gone, I hope to be remembered for being a good friend, wife, sister and maybe even a good actress but never for being a rich snob. That is just not me.
Q. Many reporters have observed that in your real life you always start acting like the latest character that you are playing in you movie. As an example, when you played Devdas, you started behaving like Chandramukhi and when you did Race, your daily outfits were very glamorous and westernized. What's with this obsession to your filmy roles?
I am a born actress and feel like in order to do full justice to my roles, I must feel the character I am playing. So, I like to dress like my character in my daily life. When I was playing a glamorous role in Race, I lost 35 pounds and was wearing cocktail dresses and evening gowns because I wanted to make sure that I would fit into the character and into those dresses! Race released and both critics and fans said that I stole the show. I think it's very importable to be comfortable in playing your part. I would never play a role unless I could do 100% justice to my character. And I would definitely not wear a tight fitting dress if I didn't have the body to carry it off! The camera never lies and if I put on weight, everyone will be able to see it. Currently, I have gained 10 pounds and am going around the city in temples and discos in very humble attire because I want to fit into the character of Chandramukhi again. When my film releases, I don't want people to say "she looks beautiful" or "she looks skinny." That is not important to me. I want everyone to say "she looks like Chandramukhi." That is important for me as an actress.
Q. In this industry, they say that you are known by your last release and your last release "We R Family" was a flop. People who have seen the sneak preview of FASHION are only praising Natasha Rai and newcomer Monisha Rai is the most in-demand actress of all the top producers. Do you still feel like you are the numero uno actress?
Everyone has got his or her place. I want to have my own place. I have no interest in siting in another person's seat. All major actresses from Sridevi to Madhuri and Malini to Natasha have given flops. My hits are mine. Whether it was "KANK," "LCMD, " Silsila," "Devdas," or "Race." Even in TGI's "We R Family," my character was well appreciated for its own merit. Ultimately no one star makes a film succeed. Only the reputation of the production house runs. I have been the favorite actress of the audience in every poll and of the critics in every review. Despite "We R Family," BPP offered me the first choice to play any character in two of their upcoming films. If this doesn't make me the most in-demand and number one actress, then I don't know what does!
Q. Without any further adieu, could you please announce your upcoming films and the new films you recently signed?
My fans have been anxiously waiting to see me as supermodel and showstopper Shonali Gujral in FASHION and they will not be disappointed as the film will be releasing within the next few days. I am so glad to be reviving my favorite character of Chandramukhi in the next saaga of Devdas. During the last few months, I have been going around town in humble attire to research and fit into the skin of this character. Finally, I am very excited to announce that I have just signed on the dotted line to play one of the lead parts of Janki in BPP's "LAJJA." I was initially hesitant because there were so many characters in the film. But when I heard the story, I fell in love with Janaki's part! Lajja is based on the plight of women in our community as seen and experienced by the lead character Vaidehi (Manisha Koirala). The movie mocks the double standards of men in our community that treat us like dolls without caring for our feelings. The fact that the four women's names (Maithali, Janaki, Ramdulhari, and Vaidehi) are all versions of Goddess Seeta, the ideal Hindu woman's name, is a message in itself. I have always done roles that I believed in and identified with and although this is a multi starrer, I am sure we will all look back at "Lajja" one day with a great sense of pride. It is a powerful female-centric movie.
Q. There are rumors of an open war between you and Natasha Rai. In fact it is common knowledge that you cannot stand each other and that there was a big clash when you ran into her at Bang Bang Bollywood night club recently. What's your version of the story?
The media loves creating stories that two actresses are either best friends or that they can't stand each other. In reality, we are not friends or enemies. She has extended her hand in friendship to me several times on email and in person but I have politely declined. I am not interested in being friends with her and I have said this many many times. It is true that she did approach me again at the event you mentioned but we were very cordial to each other and she even bought me a drink. So, there was no clash as you are suggesting. We don't have to be good friends to work together as we are both thorough professionals and have always had a comfortable working relationship. As a co-star she is a lovely lady and all our films together have been hits. In fact my fans keep joking that I should put her in my wedding picture to ensure that my marriage will be a super hit! It would be silly for Natasha or myself to let personal differences get in the way of a beautiful professional relationship. She's a highly talented and hard working actress and when you work with someone like her, you are always improving your own talents. I definitely look forward to making many more hit films with her as long as she keeps her personal life separate from her professional life.
Q. Where do you go from now? Have you considered finding someone and settling down or are you going to remain a widow?
Rajiv left us more than a year ago and I am now slowly getting back to normal. His memories will forever be in our hearts but for the sake of my loved ones and my family, friends and fans, I have to move on with my life. If I keep obsessing over his death, I will also die within months. I am focusing all my energy on raising Rahul right now but I am open to the possibility of finding that special someone again. My father in law says I used to be a Malhotra daughter in-law but now I have become a Malhotra daughter. I think that pretty much sums up how I feel about my current state and my future. I will do whatever my family decides is best for me. I will blindly marry whoever they choose for me. My love, trust and faith in them is blind and unconditional. I will even marry a tree if they want me to! (laughs)
Watch this space in the next few days as we present intimate interviews with Natasha Rai who plays supermodel Meghna Mathur and Monisha Rai who plays Janet Sequeira.
Q. We have all seen your million dollar pentouse of Horse Shoe Bay in a video that your family posted online. But isn't it true that until a few years ago, you worked in the custodial department?
As I have said before, I was married into the prestigious Malhotra family and everything I have today is theirs. I have never denied my humble beginnings and in fact I am very proud that I have come a long way. I will not comment on whether I worked in the custodial department because I don't want to belittle people who work hard in custodial or any other type of services. To me, whether you are working as CEO or a janitor makes no difference. I don't know why the press is obsessed with our penthouse and material posessions. To me, it is just a house. Because I am so tired of all the press reports about my "penthouse" and since we now have a child, you will be happy to know that we will soon be selling our home. We are looking for a kid-friendly house in West Vancouver with a big backyard that Rahul can play in.
Q. How can you afford such an expensive home?
The reason I don't like to talk about my wealth and good fortune is because it is all unimportant to me. When people show off their wealth, it really disgusts me. Marne ke baad insaan kya leke jaata hai? I have seen some bad times in my life and whatever I have today is a result of my bhakti and blessings from Durga Ma. One day when I am gone, I hope to be remembered for being a good friend, wife, sister and maybe even a good actress but never for being a rich snob. That is just not me.
Q. Many reporters have observed that in your real life you always start acting like the latest character that you are playing in you movie. As an example, when you played Devdas, you started behaving like Chandramukhi and when you did Race, your daily outfits were very glamorous and westernized. What's with this obsession to your filmy roles?
I am a born actress and feel like in order to do full justice to my roles, I must feel the character I am playing. So, I like to dress like my character in my daily life. When I was playing a glamorous role in Race, I lost 35 pounds and was wearing cocktail dresses and evening gowns because I wanted to make sure that I would fit into the character and into those dresses! Race released and both critics and fans said that I stole the show. I think it's very importable to be comfortable in playing your part. I would never play a role unless I could do 100% justice to my character. And I would definitely not wear a tight fitting dress if I didn't have the body to carry it off! The camera never lies and if I put on weight, everyone will be able to see it. Currently, I have gained 10 pounds and am going around the city in temples and discos in very humble attire because I want to fit into the character of Chandramukhi again. When my film releases, I don't want people to say "she looks beautiful" or "she looks skinny." That is not important to me. I want everyone to say "she looks like Chandramukhi." That is important for me as an actress.
Q. In this industry, they say that you are known by your last release and your last release "We R Family" was a flop. People who have seen the sneak preview of FASHION are only praising Natasha Rai and newcomer Monisha Rai is the most in-demand actress of all the top producers. Do you still feel like you are the numero uno actress?
Everyone has got his or her place. I want to have my own place. I have no interest in siting in another person's seat. All major actresses from Sridevi to Madhuri and Malini to Natasha have given flops. My hits are mine. Whether it was "KANK," "LCMD, " Silsila," "Devdas," or "Race." Even in TGI's "We R Family," my character was well appreciated for its own merit. Ultimately no one star makes a film succeed. Only the reputation of the production house runs. I have been the favorite actress of the audience in every poll and of the critics in every review. Despite "We R Family," BPP offered me the first choice to play any character in two of their upcoming films. If this doesn't make me the most in-demand and number one actress, then I don't know what does!
Q. Without any further adieu, could you please announce your upcoming films and the new films you recently signed?
My fans have been anxiously waiting to see me as supermodel and showstopper Shonali Gujral in FASHION and they will not be disappointed as the film will be releasing within the next few days. I am so glad to be reviving my favorite character of Chandramukhi in the next saaga of Devdas. During the last few months, I have been going around town in humble attire to research and fit into the skin of this character. Finally, I am very excited to announce that I have just signed on the dotted line to play one of the lead parts of Janki in BPP's "LAJJA." I was initially hesitant because there were so many characters in the film. But when I heard the story, I fell in love with Janaki's part! Lajja is based on the plight of women in our community as seen and experienced by the lead character Vaidehi (Manisha Koirala). The movie mocks the double standards of men in our community that treat us like dolls without caring for our feelings. The fact that the four women's names (Maithali, Janaki, Ramdulhari, and Vaidehi) are all versions of Goddess Seeta, the ideal Hindu woman's name, is a message in itself. I have always done roles that I believed in and identified with and although this is a multi starrer, I am sure we will all look back at "Lajja" one day with a great sense of pride. It is a powerful female-centric movie.
Q. There are rumors of an open war between you and Natasha Rai. In fact it is common knowledge that you cannot stand each other and that there was a big clash when you ran into her at Bang Bang Bollywood night club recently. What's your version of the story?
The media loves creating stories that two actresses are either best friends or that they can't stand each other. In reality, we are not friends or enemies. She has extended her hand in friendship to me several times on email and in person but I have politely declined. I am not interested in being friends with her and I have said this many many times. It is true that she did approach me again at the event you mentioned but we were very cordial to each other and she even bought me a drink. So, there was no clash as you are suggesting. We don't have to be good friends to work together as we are both thorough professionals and have always had a comfortable working relationship. As a co-star she is a lovely lady and all our films together have been hits. In fact my fans keep joking that I should put her in my wedding picture to ensure that my marriage will be a super hit! It would be silly for Natasha or myself to let personal differences get in the way of a beautiful professional relationship. She's a highly talented and hard working actress and when you work with someone like her, you are always improving your own talents. I definitely look forward to making many more hit films with her as long as she keeps her personal life separate from her professional life.
Q. Where do you go from now? Have you considered finding someone and settling down or are you going to remain a widow?
Rajiv left us more than a year ago and I am now slowly getting back to normal. His memories will forever be in our hearts but for the sake of my loved ones and my family, friends and fans, I have to move on with my life. If I keep obsessing over his death, I will also die within months. I am focusing all my energy on raising Rahul right now but I am open to the possibility of finding that special someone again. My father in law says I used to be a Malhotra daughter in-law but now I have become a Malhotra daughter. I think that pretty much sums up how I feel about my current state and my future. I will do whatever my family decides is best for me. I will blindly marry whoever they choose for me. My love, trust and faith in them is blind and unconditional. I will even marry a tree if they want me to! (laughs)
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