Saturday, June 30, 2012
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes divorcing
It always seemed more than a little weird, didn't it? The whirlwind romance of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes with its very public, very emphatic proclamations of love. It all occurred too quickly and too loudly to seem real. Now, after nearly six years of marriage, Holmes is divorcing Cruise. She filed the papers on Thursday, said Cruise's lawyer Bert Fields. The two share a daughter, 6-year-old Suri, who's been featured in celebrity media nearly as frequently as her parents. But it's telling
KSKHH trailer re-worked to meet CBFC demands
The Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has asked producer Ekta Kapoor to tone down the theatrical trailer of her forthcoming film Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum (KSKHH) if she wants it to get a U/A certificate.
Ekta was keen to attach the new theatrical promo of KSKHH with Rohit Shetty's Bol Bachchan which releases next Friday. Rohit Shetty is quite close to both Ekta and Tusshar Kapoor and has even done a cameo in KSKHH. However, the CBFC found few portions in the trailer too vulgar to be
Ekta was keen to attach the new theatrical promo of KSKHH with Rohit Shetty's Bol Bachchan which releases next Friday. Rohit Shetty is quite close to both Ekta and Tusshar Kapoor and has even done a cameo in KSKHH. However, the CBFC found few portions in the trailer too vulgar to be
New Look may close between 50 and 100 stores
New Look has just published provisional figures for its 2011/2012 financial year. What stands out is the likelihood that its retail network will be reduced by between 50 and 100 stores, in the face of the success of its online sales. But online sales have done little to allay fears on sluggish consumer spending. All the warning lights are on. The group’s sales have dropped by 2% to 1.5 billion pounds. On a like-for-like basis, there was a 5.9% decline; 5.7% on the British market alone. Its
Amy Winehouse's ex-boyfriend charged with rape
The former boyfriend of the late British soul singer Amy Winehouse has been charged with two counts of rape, state prosecutors said today. Reg Traviss, a film director who was in a relationship with Winehouse when she died, was arrested in April by London's Metropolitan Police. Rebecca Mundy, a lawyer in the London rape and serious sexual offences unit of the Crown Prosecution Service, said: "I have authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Reginald Traviss with two counts of rape." She said
Interview with Pierre Morisset: “Only brands which invest are going to survive”
Creative director at Dutch denim wear brand G-Star for the past 22 years, denim enthusiast Pierre Morisset – who revolutionized the market with the launch of the Raw pure indigo line and the iconic G-Star Elwood, gives his view of the current state of the denim market. Before joining G-Star, Morisset worked for, amongst others, Chipie and Liberto. Pierre Morisset, G-Star’s creative directorFashionMag.com: The denim market is suffering. Why do you think that is? Pierre Morisset: There’s a
Salman Khan & Katrina Kaif’s ‘EK THA TIGER’ New Trailer
EK THA TIGER – Theatrical Trailer (with English Subtitles) – Salman Khan & Katrina KaifStarring: Salman Khan & Katrina KaifDirected by: Kabir KhanProduced by: Aditya ChopraReleasing: 15 August
Sweltering fashionistas taste ocean breeze in Paris
PARIS - Hot and sticky fashionistas drooled over the menswear line sent out by Louis Vuitton in Paris on Thursday, a marine-themed look that sent a cool breeze wafting through the sweltering French capital. Models present creations by US designer Marc Jacobs for Louis Vuitton (AFP, Pierre Verdy) With Paris suddenly labouring under a flash spell of humid heat -- after weeks of drear and chill -- the fashion pack visibly strained to stay stylish as they criss-crossed the capital for the second of
Nordstrom to get New York store at last
Nordstrom Inc is set to open its first department store in New York City in 2018, ending a 25-year search for a spot on the luxury world's premiere stage. Nordstrom in Salt Lake City / Photo: John Martin KThe Nordstrom store will be 285,000 square feet and occupy seven stories at the base of what will become Manhattan's tallest residential building, to be built on 57th Street, near 7th Avenue. The store is part of a deal with Extell Development Co, the upscale chain announced at a press
Jannat 2 not allowed to be shown on TV before 11 pm
Jannat 2 not allowed to be shown on TV before 11 pm By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Jun 28, 2012 - 14:49 hrs IST After The Dirty Picture, Jannat 2 becomes the second film to be banned by the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for screening during prime-time slot on TV. Despite opting for cuts and getting a U/A certificate for its TV premiere, the CBFC issued a diktat to the makers of Jannat 2 that they could screen their film only post 11 pm.This decision has irked the Bhatts
Raf Simons shows leg at Paris menswear, before Dior debut
Raf Simons headlined day one of the Paris menswear shows on Wednesday, sending out an urbane, playful look that showed a lot of leg, days before his hotly-waited debut as the top designer at Dior. Raf Simons spring-summer 2013 / Photo: Pixel FormulaAll but a handful of the Belgian designer's looks were built around bermuda shorts cut high on the thigh, and slashed at one side, paired with clean white shirts and single-breasted jackets, black patent brogues or sneakers.Boxy white tunics or
Class to Night Out: Metallic Shorts
Written by Carina - Ohio University Photo Credit: 1, 2Do you struggle with transforming your outfits from day to night? Don’t worry, CF is here to help turn that daily annoyance into a fun challenge. This column focuses on one piece per week, and aims to help you take your look from study sessions in the library to dancing the night away.Though metallic clothing may remind you of a sci-fi movie, it’s back in a big way. No, you don’t have to run out and buy clothes so shiny that
Esha gets married to beau Bharat in Hindu ceremony
In a typical "band baaja baraat" style, veteran actors Hema Malini and Dharmendra's daughter Esha tied the knot with businessman Bharat Takhtani today in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony. The Bandra-based groom came to the venue on a white horse before the couple took the marriage vows around a sacred fire. Wearing a Kanjeevaram saree, Hema and her husband Dharmendra, looking dapper in a suit, welcomed the groom at the temple. Esha and Bharat got married in a south Indian style at the
Nike profit hit by costs, shares fall
Nike Inc missed quarterly profit estimates for the first time in at least two years as higher spending and increased costs of materials used in its shoes and T-shirts hurt margins, while demand eased in international markets. The results sent shares of the world's largest sportswear maker down nearly 13 percent in extended trading on Thursday. Orders of Nike branded shoes and clothes scheduled for delivery from June through November, a closely-watched metric of demand known as "futures orders"
Milan menswear splashes colour on grey times
MILAN - Menswear designers showcased colourful jackets, mid-thigh shorts and sockless loafers in Milan this week to impress men who need more than grey suits to shine in tough economic times. Gucci, spring-summer 2013 / Photo: Pixel FormulaThe Milan fashion shows that ended on Tuesday brought fresh ideas to an industry starting to feel the pinch of the euro crisis. Star shoemaker Ferragamo, renowned for its classic elegance, surprised the well-heeled audience at an all-white Milan stock
Coty files for IPO of up to $700 million
Beauty company Coty Inc on Friday filed with U.S. regulators to raise as much as $700 million in an initial public offering of common stock, more than a month after it pulled a $10.7 billion unsolicited offer to buy Avon Products Inc. Philosophy, a Coty brand / Photo: CotyCoty Chairman Peter Harf had told a German paper last month the company was preparing for an IPO. The company first made a public offer for Avon in April and had raised its offer on May 10, but pulled its bid saying the
British singer Adele is pregnant with first child
British Grammy-winning singer Adele is expecting her first child with boyfriend Simon Konecki, the singer said on her official website on Friday. ?I'm delighted to announce that Simon and I are expecting our first child together. I wanted you to hear the news direct from me. Obviously we're over the moon and very excited, but please respect our privacy at this precious time,? she wrote. Adele, 24, and Konecki, who is divorced, have been dating since January. The announcement tops off a
Runway Looks for Less: Alice + Olivia Spring 2012 RTW
Written by Ashley - Flagler College Alice + Olivia Spring 2012 RTW | ELLEKnown for flirty and feminine, yet modern and trendy looks, Alice + Olivia is the go-to line for all things quirky and cute. Their garden party-inspired collection for Spring 2012 was filled with season-appropriate brights and pastels, mix-and-match separates and — of course — plenty of girly, fashion-forward looks.Want to snag that quirky cute look for just a fraction of the price? Simply scroll on down to check
Deepak Tijori to direct thriller for Blue Berry Films
Actor turned director Deepak Tijori, whose last directorial venture was the Sunny Deol- Arjun Rampal starrer Fox (2009) is all to set to don the director's hat once again. And this time he will be directing a film for Denis Selarka and Mehul Simaria's production house Blue Berry Films Pvt Ltd.Denis Selarka, who is the ex-CEO of Shree Ashtavinayak Cine Vision Ltd, has now started his own production house Blue Berry Films Pvt Ltd. When asked about signing Deepak to direct his first production,
Bhairavi Goswami in a White Top Exposing Her Cleavage
Bhairavi Goswami in a White Top Exposing Her Cleavage. Hot and sexy photo of Bhairavi Goswami. Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this
Salman Khan pleads support for Sarabjit
Sarabjit Singh, who is in a death row in Pakistan, has found a supporter in Salman Khan. Salman has urged the people of Pakistan to help him to free Sarabjit
Salman tweeted, "Requesting the people of pakistan to support me to help free surabjeet who has been in prison since 30 yrs . Please . Allah ka vasta. Request the to the awam of pakistan, member"s of the press, govt of pakistan, president zardari, a humble request. It would be the most amazing gesture, to send surabjeet back to his family
Salman tweeted, "Requesting the people of pakistan to support me to help free surabjeet who has been in prison since 30 yrs . Please . Allah ka vasta. Request the to the awam of pakistan, member"s of the press, govt of pakistan, president zardari, a humble request. It would be the most amazing gesture, to send surabjeet back to his family
Arjun Kapoor bags 2 States
Arjun Kapoor bags 2 States By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Jun 28, 2012 - 12:09 hrs IST Riding high after the success of his debut film Ishaqzaade, newbie Arjun Kapoor has bagged the coveted role of the lead actor in Karan Johar and Sajid Nadiadwala's 2 States. The deal took place on Monday night.2 States is an adaptation of Chetan Bhagat's best selling book with the same name. Sajid Nadiadwala had initially planned to make the film with Shah Rukh Khan, which was to be directed by Vishal
Deepika Padukone Photoshoot for Vogue India
Bollywood beauty Deepika Padukone Photoshoot For Vogue India. Check out all the new pictures of
Would You Wear… a Photo Print?
Written by Caitlyn - FIDM Photo Credits: ASOS dress, Dries Van Noten Fall 2012 via Elle, and Zara topGone are the days of rocking your prized tee with Britney Spears’s face printed on it, but lo and behold: photo print shirts are coming back around in a big way. Direct prints from photographs are everywhere this season, from dresses to pants and tops, and in bright colors, black & white, and sepia tones.Dries Van Noten and Carven sent photo prints strutting down the runway in various forms
Footballer fashion at Paris menswear
Who said football and fashion made an unlikely match? A Brazilian designer set out to prove the opposite in Paris Friday with a menswear line looking ahead to the 2014 World Cup in his home country. AFP/ François GuillotParis-based Gustavo Lins teamed up with a Brazilian sportswear brand, Penalty, to create a luxury menswear line for next spring-summer full of nods to the football galaxy."It's a bridge between the sartorial world of tailoring here in Europe and something more relaxed, it
Lady Gaga causes controversy with Princess Diana song
Pop star Lady Gaga has sparked controversy with her new song which allegedly refers to the tragic death of Princess Diana. The new track titled 'Princess Die' premiered by Gaga, 26, in Melbourne, Australia outraged royal fans with her risque lyrics, reported Sun Online. In the song, Gaga imagines herself as the late royal, "Princess Die, I wanna see you cry, and wish that I go, in my rich boyfriend's limo. Right after he proposed, with a 16-carat stone wrapped in rose gold, with the paparazzi
German watchdog probes sneaker sales tactics
Moves by leading sporting goods companies such as Nike Inc, Adidas AG and Asics Corp to restrict sales over internet platforms like Amazon.com Inc and eBay Inc have drawn the attention of competition authorities in Germany. Photo: AsicsThe German cartel office is investigating Japanese sneaker maker Asics over its sales practices and has also received complaints about market leaders Nike and Adidas, the watchdog said on Wednesday. Adidas and Nike don't want their sneakers to be sold via online
DIY Nail Art: Mixed Finishes
Written by Samantha - Georgetown University When you get bored of every color in your nail polish rotation, one way to shake things up is to play with different nail polish finishes. I’ve been suffering from a bit of nail boredom lately myself, so for my last DIY nail art post, I wanted to show you guys a fun look that combines three polish finishes — classic creme, matte, and metallic — in one nail look.Base coatColored polish — I find it’s best to use deeper colors for this
Delhi court rejects Seemas plea against Madhur
Madhur Bhandarkar can heave a sigh of relief as a Delhi court has rejected author Seema Seth's plea against the filmmaker. Seema had accused Bhandarkar, writer Ajay Monga and producer Ronnie Screvwala (UTV) of plagiarism saying that their 2008 film Fashion was based on her book El Dorado. The book was incidentally published 3 months before Fashion's release in October 2008.Seth requested the court to book Bhandarkar for violation of the Copyright Act, as the idea of the story had been taken
Fashion Inspiration: Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Part Two
Written by Shelby - Rollins College Photo CreditOne of my favorite Disney movies of all time is The Little Mermaid, and after our super popular post on fashion inspired by Ariel and the one we did on outfits inspired by Ursula, I thought it was time to go back and draw inspiration from Ariel’s loyal movie sidekicks.From Sebastian to Flounder to even Prince Eric, the film’s colorful characters can provide tons of inspiration for your own outfits, and not just for a costume party! Below,
Cocktail musical jugalbandi to be held in London
Cocktail musical jugalbandi to be held in London By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Jun 28, 2012 - 05:25 hrs IST The music of Saif Ali Khan - Deepika Padukone starrer Cocktail has really caught on big time and the music album has received superb audience reactions. The album features 4 Pakistani singers - Javed Bashir, Arif Lohar, Sahir Ali Bagga and Imran Aziz Mian who have given a new sound and feel to the music album.Since music is one of the USPs of Cocktail, the makers had planned an
'Na Aana Is Des Laado' wrapping up
After more than a three-year run on the telly, popular soap 'Na Aana Is Des Laado' starring Meghna Malik is coming to an end. The landmark Colors show, which launched in March 2009, was based on the concept of female infanticide and oppression in rural India. Role of the authoritative Ammaji, played by Meghna Malik, had become quite popular with her unique style of acting and typical dialogue delivery. Viewers lived through Ammaji's journey from being a stern sarpanch in approval of female
Rajesh Khanna improving, likely to be released soon
Rajesh Khanna, who is undergoing treatment in Lilavati Hospital for the past six days, will be released in a day or two, his estranged wife Dimple Kapadia said Thursday.“Rajesh Khanna is much better now. He will be released from hospital in a day or two. He is doing much better now,” she told IANS.Rajesh Khanna was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in suburban Bandra Saturday.The 69-year-old has been battling health issues for quite some time. In April, he had been admitted to the hospital
Savile Row tailor kicks off Paris menswear shows
Savile Row tailor Hardy Amies whisked its sharp suits with a twist from London to Paris on Wednesday, kicking off the French capital's five-day menswear shows for spring-summer. The British firm, whose founder Sir Hardy Amies is best known for dressing Queen Elizabeth II up until his retirement in 1989, was making its debut at the Paris show, taking place hot on the heels of Milan.House designer Claire Malcolm said the spark for the show was an anecdote involving Sir Hardy, who got into trouble
Esha Deol is my princess, says fiance Bharat Takhtani
From her cousin Abhay Deol to friends Sohail Khan and Genelia D’Souza – actress Esha Deol and her fiance Bharat Takhtani’s sangeet ceremony saw a lot of Bollywood celebrities and the couple could not stop gushing about each other.“I am madly love with him, I can’t take my eyes off him,” Esha said about her fiance Bharat, a businessman. Pouring his heart out, Bharat called Esha his “princess for life,” and added that that he is “looking forward to having my best life and my
Menswear pioneer Cardin makes 90th birthday 'comeback'
Back in 1958 Pierre Cardin signed up a battalion of students for Paris' first ever men's catwalk show. As he prepares for a comeback show on Sunday, the eve of his 90th birthday, the style veteran thinks he still has a lot to offer modern man. Pierre Cardin / Photo : AFP.The last active survivor of the great postwar French fashion houses, the Italian-born Cardin is today sole owner of a sprawling luxury empire, but his catwalk shows are few and far between, his last in Paris a women's line in
College Capers
When it released in 2005, the film launched the careers of actors Jimmy Sheirgill and Juhi Babbar in the Punjabi film industry. Directed by Manmohan Singh, Yaaran Naal Bahaaran impressed with its young, fresh look, and Sheirgill and Babbar were perfect fits in this romantic college film. ?Audiences all over Punjab embraced it,? says Singh. Now, the sequel Yaaran Naal Bahaaran 2 (YNB 2 ), set to roll out on July 13, is attempting to repeat that success. ?Yaara Naal Bahaaran was a special film
Unknown private equity firm makes $1.7 billion bid for Australia's David Jones
Australia's No.2 department store chain David Jones said on Friday it had received an unsolicited 1.05 billion pounds ($1.65 billion) bid from a consortium led by Britain's EB Private Equity - a firm it did not know much about and was unknown to many market players. David JonesAccording to its website, EB Private Equity is a real estate investor that counts retail properties among its strategic interests. The website lists no telephone number and carries only basic information about its
Daisy Irani gulps down 5 beers for scene
In order to get into the 'skin of the character', actors can go up to any length. Well, the 60 year old veteran actress Daisy Irani (aunt of Farah Khan) will now be seen in the film Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi (SFKTNP), that's being directed by Bela Sehgal. This film stars the unlikely lead pair of Boman Irani and Farah Khan.
There was a scene in the film that required Daisy to get drunk. Daisy, who generally doesn't drink, landed up guzzling down 5 full bottles of beer! Talking about
There was a scene in the film that required Daisy to get drunk. Daisy, who generally doesn't drink, landed up guzzling down 5 full bottles of beer! Talking about
Untold stories, rare pictures in Dilip Kumar’s new biography
Uday Tara Nayar has written Dilip Kumar’s biography, set to be launched on the legendary actor’s 90th birthday in December. The author says the two-part book focuses on the actor’s nine-decade long journey, his love story with Saira Banu, some untold stories as well as rare pictures of the thespian and his family members.“The book has two parts. The first part is about Dilip saab where he has spoken about his career. And the second part is where various people have talked about him.
Neha Dhupia looking sexy in sari
Neha Dhupia looking sexy in sari. Neha Dhupia hot pic. Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this
Ekta Kapoor to set up in-house distribution wing
Ekta Kapoor to set up in-house distribution wing By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Jun 28, 2012 - 12:38 hrs IST After the stupendous success of her last few films, producer Ekta Kapoor now wants to venture into distribution. She is planning to set up an in-house distribution wing just like Yash Raj Films and UTV Motion Pictures. The distribution wing will be headed by her maternal uncle Ramesh Sippy, who recently rejoined her company.Ekta first discussed the idea with her parents and after
All Saints: turnover in creative direction
The move signals a new beginning that should impact All Saints and its style. The British label announced that Will Beedle, head of the menswear line, will become the new chief creative director for all of the brand's collections. Hannah Coffin had been in charge of the All Saints womenswear collection since 2005. Image, All SaintsThe decision was made following the departure of Hannah Coffin, head of the All Saints womenswear line. According to the British press, the former Karen Millen
Bipasha Basu on the Cover of Atelier Magazine
Bipasha Basu on The Cover of Atelier Magazine. Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this
Coupons & Sales: Week of 6/29/12
Written by Zephyr - CF Editor Aeropostale is having a 4th of July Sale, with $5 t-shirts, henleys and tees starting at $12, shorts starting at $15, polos starting at $8, and accessories starting at $4, all through 7/4. Alloy is having a sale, with up to 50% off tons of items through 7/5. Also, get 15% off any order over $75 with code 15APH through 7/5. Banana Republic is offering an extra 40% off markdowns through 7/4 with code BRSTARS. Bloomingdales is having a sale, with 25-65% off a great
Charlie Chaplin being animated for TV
Legendary comedian and filmmaker Charlie Chaplin is all set to be animated for a kids show on television. Kids channel POGO is all set to reacquaint Gen Y with the iconic comic actor in an animated avatar in their new show 'Chaplin & Co.' to be aired next month. The show will have Chaplin in his signature look - toothbrush moustache, cane stick and bowler hat - dealing with the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Every little mundane event is transformed into -splitting hilarity, showing
Glitterati flock to Masterpiece London luxury fair
The Masterpiece London art and luxury fair opened on Thursday showcasing jewelry, furniture and cars to throngs of the international super-rich seemingly immune to worries over a fragile global economy. Harvey Nichols designer dresses at Masterpiece London 2011 / Photo: Masterpiece LondonThe glitterati moved along the stands at an exclusive preview event in Chelsea on Wednesday night, sipping champagne as they admired rare sculptures, porcelain, classic cars, paintings, fine jewels and
Husband sues ex-wife over $1 million shoe collection
Beth Shak's ex-husband is hitting where it hurts - her shoe collection. Shak is being taken back to court over her allegedly $1 Million shoe collection. Her ex-husband claims the shoes weren't declared in their divorce three years ago. Photo: CorbisShak, a professional poker player, has a love of beautiful footwear and a shoe collection to match. Her closet full of designer heels and flats has appeared all over the media, including MTV Cribs. Now her ex is claiming that she hid the collection
A new avenue of fashion and luxury at Charles de Gaulle Airport
Just as with the connector hall between terminals 2A and 2C in early 2012, Aéroports de Paris is again betting on the allure of Parisian cult shopping addresses in the opening of its Terminal 2E at Charles de Gaulle Airport. This time Satellite 4 takes its inspiration from the world of the grands magasins, but also from the capital's primary luxury shopping avenues. The space, designed by international design agency Saguez & Partners, offers long-distance travelers to Asia and the Americas
Première Vision Pluriel is confident thanks to its positioning
Photo PixelFormulaThe big Parisian textile fair is preparing a strong September edition, 1844 exhibitors strong, an increase of 6%. Set to take place from the 19th to the 21st of September, the fair will be held atypically from Wednesday to Friday in order to conform to several international schedules of events. This edition will be marked by the arrival of Knitwear Solution, new space dedicated to flat-bed knitting, which will result in some changes in the organization of the salon. Because
Esha Deol, Bharat Takhtani sangeet ceremony photos
Actress Esha Deol and her fiance Bharat Takhtani at their sangeet ceremony at Intercontinental, Mumbai. Esha Deol sangeet
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Jeffry Aronsson becomes CEO of Chado Ralph Rucci
Jeffry Aronsson (DR)After a stint as head of Emanuel Ungaro, which is currently in a slump, Jeffry Aronsson has made the return trip across the Atlantic to become CEO of the Chado Ralph Rucci brand (formerly known as Ralph Rucci, named after its founder and current artistic director). The fashion designer Ralph Rucci, who has long been a member of the Trade Association of Haute Couture in Paris, has already been working for some months with Jeffry Aronsson through the Jefferson Group.
Every character in ?Gangs of..? eye-catching: Huma Qureshi
Huma Qureshi, who has made her acting debut with the recently released mafia drama "Gangs of Wasseypur", says she gets due attention in the film despite there being a bevy of characters. The actress says she was initially apprehensive about going unnoticed in the Anurag Kashyap film as it also stars names like Manoj Bajpai, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Jaideep Ahlawat, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Reemma Sen, Richa Chadda among others. "I was apprehensive about taking on the role in such a big multistarrer film
Video: Louis Vuitton presents 'LA is a Man'
A film by Jean-Claude Thibaut, the second in a series exploring cities around the world, using gender as a lens.Copyright © 2012 FashionMag.com All rights reserved.
Vital info on GOW 2
Vital info on 'GOW 2' By Taran Adarsh , Jun 26, 2012 - 07:50 hrs IST Now that GANGS OF WASSEYPUR has released and also won tremendous acclaim from critics and aficionados of cinema, the question on everyone's lips is, when is GANGS OF WASSEYPUR 2 releasing? Well, like everyone knows, the two parts were screened at Cannes, but Viacom18 and Anurag Kashyap decided to have a different strategy vis-a-vis the release of the two parts in India and Overseas.While the first part has just opened in
Pitti Bimbo prepares its summer edition
From 28 to 30 June, the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, Italy will welcome the 75th edition of Pitti Bimbo. The trade show of children's fashion and all things for kids will bring together 486 brands, including 192 international labels. Italian show organizers announced the arrival or return of 90 brands to the list of exhibitors, including Françaises Sœur, Cacharel and the hot children's prescription glasses company, Very French Gangsters. In a sign that the trade show is becoming more
Minor blast on the sets of Dabangg 2
Minor blast on the sets of Dabangg 2 By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Jun 23, 2012 - 11:11 hrs IST There was a minor blast at Mumbai's Mehboob Studios today where Salman Khan was shooting for his forthcoming film Dabangg 2. Apparently, the blast took place because of a short-circuit. Three technicians were injured in the mishap and were rushed them to the nearby Lilavati Hospital. A source from the set informed us, "There was a mishap while filming an action sequence for Dabangg 2 at
Outsiders are not taken seriously in Bollywood: Prachi Desai
Ruing that outsiders are never taken seriously in Bollywood, actress Prachi Desai says it is only now that the industry is opening up to her despite she being working for last five years since her debut film "Rock On". "I think the industry is opening up to me. And it is high time it does. I am truly not the person I have been made up to be. I feel that industry can be unfair sometimes. When you are an outsider, people don't take you seriously," Prachi told media. "I personally think that you
Small luxury firms make modest way to global market
Poupie Cadolle's family has been making handmade lingerie in a workshop on Rue Saint Honore for five generations, with Qatari royals, American actresses and Swiss bankers' wives all crossing her doorstep in search of the perfect bra or corset. Photo: CadolleNow, with times tough and sales to French and American women sluggish, Cadolle, like many small French luxury firms, finds itself struggling to tap into a $191 billion (122.53 billion pounds) global boom driven by customers from emerging
Madhuri Dixit, Sushmita Sen honoured for excellence
Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit and former beauty queen and actress Sushmita Sen were honoured for individual excellence in the field of acting and entrepreneurship respectively here Monday night.While Sushmita was honoured with woman entrepreneur award for successfully running her organisation –I AM SHE, Madhuri was conferred with platinum diva award, at Planman Media’s Powerbrands Hall of Fame awards held at Kingdom of Dreams.“I am very proud and honoured after receiving the award. It
Three crew members injured on ‘Dabangg 2? sets
Three technicians were injured on the sets of Salman Khan-starrer “Dabangg 2? at Mehboob Studio here Saturday, and were admitted to the Lilavati Hospital. They are all out of danger, official sources said.“There was a mishap while filming an action sequence for ‘Dabangg 2' at Mehboob Studio, Bandra, today. Three technicians sustained injuries and were taken to Lilavati Hospital by the doctor and ambulance that are on precautionary standby as a safety measure while filming action
Puma celebrates the Olympics with its Puma Yard in London
Puma is celebrating the Olympics by creating a little Jamaica in the heart of London. From July 27 to August 12, for the duration of the Games, the sportswear manufacturer will play host at its Puma Yard in the British capital's Boiler House, a former brewery on Brick Lane. Le Puma YardA space of 500,000-square feet done up in the colors of Jamaica — whose team is sponsored by Puma — has been created in the spirit of Puma Social Clubs located in Abu Dhabi, New York, Tokyo or Paris.
Will Ajay allow Emraans Raaz to open with Bol Bachchan
They made waves together in Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai and went on to share a good camaraderie in Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji as well. Now this on-screen association may continue in real life as plans are being put into place to introduce Emraan's Raaz 3 with Ajay's Bol Bachchan."As is the case with the release of every big film, there are number of other upcoming films that want to get associated with it. Even Raaz 3 intends to attach it's promo with Bol Bachchan. After Rowdy Rathore, there hasn't
Comic book films? success credited to super fans
Researchers have tried to find out why the audiences are continuing to see film after film based on comic book heroes, which have been major draws at theatres across the country and around the world during recent and past summers. Amanda Berry, an assistant professor of literature at American University, said that one reason behind this is that comic book movies consistently make a lot of money. ?During the last 5 years, Hollywood studios have released 21 films adapted from comic books,? Berry
Ekta Kapoor looking very nice in black dress
Ekta Kapoor looking very nice in black dress. Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this
Adidas withdraws 'shackle' sneakers in slavery row
Top sportswear designer Adidas Tuesday decided to cancel sales of sneakers topped with rubber ankle chains after criticism that they evoked memories of slavery. Photo: AdidasThe so-called "shackle sneakers" equipped with orange rubber chains to be fixed above the shoes were to have gone on sale in August in the United States.But leading African American advocate Jesse Jackson has led criticism of the sneakers, saying: "The attempt to commercialize and make popular more than 200 years of human
‘Gangs Of Wasseypur’ has opened to full houses
The audiences have given the thumbs up to Anurag Kashyap’s “Gangs Of Wasseypur”. It has opened to full houses in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand and is also drawing crowds in multiplexes in the Metros, distributors say. Prashant Kumar Singh, owner of Puja Talkies in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, told IANS: “‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ has opened very well with 80 to 85 percent occupancy. Some of the shows were even houseful. The film is going great and even the advance booking is going on full
Adidas eyes Crossfit workout for lacklustre Reebok
Adidas will use a tough keep-fit trend and retro products to grow sales at Reebok to 3 billion euros ($3.8 billion) by 2015, after the unit was hit by a fraud scandal in India and the loss of its NFL American football contract, its CEO said. Reebok CrossFit Nano 2.0 / Photo: ReebokWith Reebok's sales down 7 percent in the first quarter and annual sales expected to fall from 2011's 1.96 billion euros, its performance contrasts sharply with the rest of the Adidas group, which expects overall
Nike, Adidas lead suppliers' battle for gold
U.S. market leader Nike and German rival Adidas are locked in their own Olympic battle to boost athletes' performance and squeeze maximum value out of next month's Games in London. Team GB's Adidas and Stella McCartney designed kit / Photo: AdidasThe Games provide a showcase for new fashions and advances in technology which sportswear suppliers hope will drive sales at a time of economic turmoil in many of their markets. Unlike soccer's World Cup, Olympic venues carry no perimeter advertising,
DC Shoes aims to have 20 European stores by the end of 2012
DC Shoes is pushing its store potential. The brand's parent company, the board sports clothing and equipment giant the Quiksilver Group, described DC as a performing asset in its most recent financial statement, validating the company's development strategy of franchise stores in the European market. The DC store in Lyons which opened last year / Photo: DC ShoesAfter opening locations in Lyon, Galway, Ireland, Val Thorens, Toulouse and Moscow in recent months, the brand says it intends to
WGSN: a postmodern man for summer 2013
Prints, colors and fabrics with special treatments: these are the key upcoming trends in menswear which will be unveiled Wednesday at the Pitti Uomo show in Florence held by WGSN (Worth Global Style Network), a UK company providing creative and business intelligence for the apparel, style, design and retail industries. For spring-summer 2013, the masculine look will be highly pigmented and high-contrast. " a very postmodern narrative inspired by pop art with a retro-futuristic look", described
Dakar glamour show rides wave of African fashion
When Adama Ndiaye quit banking in Europe for life as a young clothes designer back home in Senegal, there was no show in town at which she could show off her wares. So she decided to put on one of her own. "We offered a ticket, we were renting boats, we were renting camels," she said, explaining how she lured other designers to the dusty, vibrant city of Dakar jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean. "It was one day of shows and three days of fun." But with African fashion growing bigger and bolder
Sharman gets fizzier offer from cola brand
The Ferrari Ki Sawaari actor Sharman Joshi, who is thrilled about his latest release, has one more reason to rejoice. The actor, who was endorsing just one of the soft drinks of a gigantic cola brand, has got an offer to become the brand ambassador of the entire brand wagon. Says a source, "Sharman is ecstatic that the Cola company wants him to be the ambassador for the entire brand. He is not going to replace any other actor. They have asked him to come on a board for the entire brand wagon of
Olivier Cantet: "With our boardshorts, I have no complexes when it comes to Nike"
Rip Curl has announced a reorganization of its European business and an intended refocusing of its activity on the sport of surfing. Olivier Cantet, CEO of the group, explains the factors that led the management team and shareholders to make this decision, and its rebound strategy. Olivier Cantet, CEO of Rip Curl / Photo: Rip CurlFashionmag.com: You announced last week a plan for dealing with economic redundancies in Europe for 29 positions related to the headquarters at Hossegor (is a commune
Colourful sixties prints on show in Milan
MILAN - Queen of the Milanese catwalks Miuccia Prada put on a faultless show of flamboyant sixties graphic prints for the third day of the Male Spring-Summer 2013 collections in Italy's fashion capital. Prada models sashayed down a bright white catwalk to the soundtrack of Jean-Luc Godard's cult 60s film "Contempt" ("Le Mepris") wearing immaculately tailored uniforms with a sash rising from the ankles to loop under the models' legs in the style of alternative smoking trousers.The Italian
Video: The Art of Packing from Louis Vuitton
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Gerry Weber approaches 800 million euros in sales
Gerry Weber never stops growing. The German group specialized in women's ready-to-wear announced an annual sales goal of 795 million euros versus 700 million from last year. During the first six months of its fiscal year 2011/2012, which began on November 1, the group has already seen its sales jump 10.5% to 376 million, with earnings at 47 million euros before interest and taxes. The retail business now represents 35% of the group's operations. Gerry Weber acquired its compatriot Wissmach in
Dabangg 2 shooting resumes today
The shooting for Dabangg 2 resumes today, after the accident on the sets on Saturday.The film's producer-director Arbaaz Khan says the injured are fine. "They suffered blunt injuries. It will take them a few days to heal. They will soon be discharged from hospital. We packed up shooting after the injury. But we resume from Monday." Says Arbaaz, "Salman wasn't shooting. But he was on the set. He had come to see the shot. A mishap occurred when an action sequence was being shot without the
Anand Bakshis lyrics used in Yeh Jo Mohabbat Hai
The makers of the movie Yeh Jo Mohabbat Hai will be using lyrics written by the late lyricist Anand Bakshi in their film. Producer Ashim Samantha has acquired the rights of the lyrics from Anand Bakshi's sons to compose these songs.Anand Bakshi has been associated with the industry for almost 40 years and contributed to more than 4000 songs. He has written the lyrics for films like Bobby, Amar Akbar Anthony, Sholay, Kati Patang, DDLJ, Dil To Paagal Hai and Taal to name a few.Music director Anu
Rajesh Khanna fine, says Akshay Kumar
Bollywood’s beloved ‘Kaka’ Rajesh Khanna, who has not been keeping well, is now more than fine, his family said Thursday.“He’s more than fine. He is absolutely fine. Thank you for your concern,” Rajesh Khanna’s son-in-law, actor Akshay Kumar told reporters outside Khanna’s bungalow Ashirwad in Bandra here. Akshay’s comment came after the 69-year-old veteran’s manager Ashwin told IANS Wednesday that the actor had stopped food intake for the “last three or four
Anubhav Sinha launching horror franchise with 'Warning'
After directing Shah Rukh Khan in "Ra.One", Anubhav Sinha is all set to make his comeback as a producer with a horror franchise called "Warning". The 47-year-old filmmaker says he has been inspired by several horror franchises from all over the world and has bought remake right for the first in the series. "I am creating a horror franchise and worldwide there have been several such franchises from which I have been inspired. For the first in the series, I have already bought remake rights. "I
Swiss chemical process makes eco-friendly jeans
WASHINGTON — It takes lots of water and chemicals to make a pair of jeans, and environmentally conscious clothing makers caught on years ago to the need to make more sustainable versions these popular pants. Traditional techniques to make jeans may require as many as 15 dyeing vats and a host of chemicals (AFP/Getty Images/File, Marsaili Mcgrath) But a Swiss chemical company said Tuesday its process for making eco-friendly jeans could streamline those efforts, saving enough water to cover the
E-commerce: 1 trillion euros in B2C sales for 2013
Next year online B2C sales should surpass the symbolic mark of 1 trillion euros (in short scale), according to IMRG (Interactive Media in Retail Group), a British association specialized in online retailing. The group moved up its projections by one year after initially predicting the event to happen in 2014 — a new sign of the sector's strong growth. This “trillion” in sales was announced as part of IMRG's e-Commerce Overview 2012. The group said sales grew 20% worldwide last year,
Ajay Devgn ready for ‘Jumping Jack’ makeover
He is known for playing intense roles, but now Ajay Devgn is ready to imitate Bollywood’s “Jumping Jack” Jitendra’s dance moves in his new film “Himmatwala”, which is based on the 1983 film of the same name.“I am ready to do anything, be it action or dance… You can’t look at one department, it is a film in totality… I am looking at the whole film right now,” Ajay told reporters Wednesday.Said Sajid Khan, director of the new version of “Himmatwala”: “Ajay’s image
I want to inspire women, says Mona Singh
Actor Mona Singh won hearts as an ugly, yet confident duckling in “Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahi”, and now as a strong woman who battles her husband’s infidelity in “Kya Huaa Tera Vaada”, she wants to inspire women across the country.“As an actor, I am here to inspire women in whatever way I can,” Mona told IANS.“There are many women who aren’t treated well, whose husbands have extra-marital affairs and yet there are women who accept them back. But here I want to tell them to stand up
Savile Row tailors open doors into exclusive world
Michael Skinner and a tiny coterie of colleagues are intimately familiar with the physical details of rock stars, royalty and some of Britain's most famous historical figures. Gieves & Hawkes on London's Savile Row / Photo: GryffindorBut don't expect him to start dishing out the gossip, because absolute discretion is a professional hallmark of the tailors on Savile Row in London, whose customers over some two centuries of service stretch from famed military hero Horatio Nelson to Michael
Gurinder Chadha wants Saif Ali Khan to play Nehru
Britain-based Indian filmmaker Gurinder Chadha sports a new look and is ready to wear the director’s hat again. She’ll soon begin filming a movie on partition, to be shot in Delhi and Jodhpur, and is keen to rope in Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan as Jawaharlal Nehru in it.Chadha, who has lost 25 kg, has already spoken to Naseeruddin Shah to play Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the film — and he’s game.“This is my biggest challenge to date. I’ve been working on my partition film for some time
Simon Cowell releases Euro 2012 charity song
Music mogul Simon Cowell has reunited with actor James Corden and rapper Dizzee Rascal for a special charity song to mark the Euro 2012 tournament. The tune is an updated version of Shout, the unofficial anthem of the England team during the 2010 FIFA World Cup, reported Daily Express. "Just heard the new updated version of DizzeeRascal (sic) and JKCorden's (sic) Shout - Incredible! Hopefully first radio play this weekend," Cowell posted on Twitter. The song raised 85,000 pounds when it was
Spending on clothes, shoes lifts UK retail sales in May
Photo: CorbisBritish retail sales bounced back in May as shoppers splashed out on clothes and shoes, official data showed on Thursday. Retailers' decent performance points to some resilience in consumer spending, which drives about 60 percent of Britain's gross domestic product. The Office for National Statistics said retail sales volumes rose 1.4 percent on the month - a notch above economists' forecasts for an increase of 1.2 percent - to give an annual rise of 2.4 percent. Retail sales had
Rajesh Khanna unwell, stops food intake
All’s not well with Hindi filmdom’s original superstar Rajesh Khanna. The actor, recently seen in a TV ad, has stopped intake of food the past few days, while his estranged wife Dimple Kapadia is taking care of him.“Rajeshji is unwell. He has stopped having food since the last three or four days,” the 69-year-old’s manager Ashwin told IANS. “He is not able to have his food. Khaana muh pe nahi jaa raha hai (The food is not going into his mouth),” he added, but didn’t confirm if
I just got lucky, says Shah Rukh Khan on 20 years in B-Town
On this day two decades ago a new Hindi film superstar emerged: Bollwood’s all-time favourite romantic hero Shah Rukh Khan, who debuted with “Deewana”. On completing 20 years, SRK says he just “got lucky” and admits he has made mistakes all along.“Twenty uninterrupted years of serving. Not enough talent or looks or game plan. Thank you all. I guess I got lucky, lucky to be working all the time,” tweeted Shah Rukh, who entered filmdom with “Deewana”, which released June 25,
'Gangs of Wasseypur', Indian cinema at its best: Big B
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan heaps praises on director Anurag Kashyap's latest offering "Gangs of Wasseypur" and says it is Indian cinema at its best. The 69-year-old actor also said that the most appealing thing about the coal mafia drama is its authenticity, which is missing from most of the escapist commercial cinema that are being made. "Quite undoubtedly the moment of the day has been the film 'Gangs of Wasseypur', which is Indian Cinema at its best, honest, stark and as painfully real as
DIY Nail Art: The Half-Bare Mani
Written by Samantha - Georgetown University An emerging trend in nail art is the half-bare mani, or using your bare nail as a canvas for a colored design.There are numerous benefits to this type of manicure: it’s super fast and easy (you can do it in 10 minutes or less!), it dries more quickly than regular nail art because it uses less polish, and it’s fresh and different. The look is a little unusual, but if done right, it can look very chic. And it’s the perfect light and breezy summer
A History of Style: Fashion Inspired by Jean Seberg
Written by Ashley - Flagler College When you think of a fashion icon from the past, who is the first person that comes to mind? Marilyn Monroe? Audrey Hepburn? Edie Sedgwick, perhaps? While all three of those women have enviable styles that we absolutely love, there are so many other fashionable women that have graced the history pages. This biweekly column focuses on just that: unexpected and out-of-the-box fashion icons from the past. We feature women who have not only made an
Celebrity Street Style of the Week: Jennifer Lawrence, Lauren Conrad, & Mollie King
Written by Demi - University of Maryland Every week, I scour the web to find inspiring outfits on your favorite celebs and help you recreate their looks! This week, I was inspired by Jennifer Lawrence, Lauren Conrad, and Mollie King. Read on to see how you can get their looks for yourself.Photo: Pacific Coast NewsHunger Games star Jennifer Lawrence looked casual and cute in a striped maxi skirt with a thigh-high slit, a cropped gray t-shirt, sunglasses, and a black bag.I love Jennifer’s
Real-Life Style Challenge: Monochrome Dressing
Written by Ashley - Emerson College For past Real-Life Style Challenges, I’ve experimented with mixing bright colors and neutrals. Both challenges gave me fresh new ideas about how to maximize my wardrobe. So this week, I decided to take it one step further…For this week’s Style Challenge, I gave myself one simple rule: I had to base each outfit around just one color. Like rocking neutrals, this challenge is all about working with a limited palette.. but this time, I got to work with
From CollegeCandy: The 13 Best First Sentences of Famous Books
Written by Zephyr - CF Editor Editor’s note: The following post was written by our friends at CollegeCandy. Before clicking over to read the second half, know that some readers found CC’s content/ads to be non-work-safe – just a heads up if you’re at the office or around parents!Personally, I love to read, but I know maaaany people who do not share that point of view with me.The way I typically choose a book is reading the back of it, but recently, I realized that reading the first line
Narciso Rodriguez to Collaborate with Kohl’s
Written by Ashley - Flagler College Two looks from Narciso Rodriguez for Kohl’s. | ELLEAmerican designer Narcisco Rodriguez will be teaming up with Kohl’s to create an exclusive capsule collection for the department store.This partnership with Rodriguez will be the first for the store’s new fashion concept line, DesigNation, which will feature limited-edition collections created by renowned fashion designers. Each DesigNation collaboration will be influenced by an international
Looks on Campus: Amy – Butler University
Written by Stephanie - Loyola Marymount University Amy is a good friend of mine who has always shared my love of fashion. Although she’s originally from California, after spending a year at Butler University in Indiana, she’s learned to add some California flare to her newfound Midwestern style. When I saw her rocking this great asymmetrical-hem maxi dress with bold accessories, I knew she would be the perfect candidate for Looks on Campus.Name: AmyAge: 18College: Butler UniversityYear:
Class to Night Out: Little White Dress
Written by Carina - Ohio University Taylor Swift loves her LWDS | Photos: ELLEDo you struggle with transforming your outfits from day to night? Don’t worry, CF is here to help turn that daily annoyance into a fun challenge. This column will focus on one piece per week, and teach you how to take your look from study sessions in the library to dancing the night away.Like Taylor Swift, I’m a huge fan of little white dresses. They’re breezy, gorgeous, and effortlessly elegant – and no
MAC to Launch 65 New Nail Polish Shades
Written by Ashley - Flagler College The 30 nail polishes in MAC’s new permanent collection. | Photo courtesy of MACCosmetics company MAC recently announced they would be significantly expanding their permanent nail polish collection this summer.According to WWD, MAC will be expanding their permanent nail polish collection from a measly eight shades to 30 amped-up lacquers. The collection (pictured above) will feature a variety of colors and finishes, including creme, metallic and
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Sanjay Dutt injured on sets of Sher
Films of action genre are definitely loved the most by the audiences, however there is always a clear and present danger while shooting for them. The latest to fall victim to injury is Sanjay Dutt who was injured while shooting an action sequence for Sher.Apparently, Dutt was shooting an action sequence with 500 extras, with some of the characters wielding swords, when a freak incident lead to the actor sustaining a deep cut, missing his eye by mere inches. Sanjay was rushed for medical
Arshad makes changes in Dedh Ishqiya script
June 22, 2012 - 01:43 hrs IST Arshad Warsi, whose performance as the raunchy rogue Razzak Hussain aka Babban in Ishqiya (2010) won him critical acclaim, has asked for a meatier role in Ishqiya sequel.Arshad who is paired opposite Kangna Ranaut in the sequel titled Dedh Ishqiya, was not too happy with his role in the sequel. He felt that it wasn't big enough and voiced his displeasure to director Abhishek Chaubey. Abhishek gave in to Arshad's demands and is currently reworking on the script.
Priyanka Chopra on the cover of Hello India
Priyanka Chopra on the cover of Hello India. Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this
Justin Timberlake lined up for 'Baywatch' movie?
Pop star and actor Justin Timberlake is reportedly set to be a part of the big screen version of 'Baywatch'. Producers of the Paramount motion picture are reportedly keen on the "Social Network" star taking on the role of a disgraced former Olympic swimmer, who tries out for the 'Baywatch' team of lifeguards, reported Sun online. The TV drama series, which follows the lives of a group of fictional Los Angeles County Lifeguards, originally ran on US TV network NBC from 1989 to 1990 and it was
Ajay Devgn denies cheating distributor
Ajay Devgn has denied the allegations of cheating a Nagpur-based distributor over the all India theatrical rights for his upcoming film Bol Bachchan. The story goes that Nagpur-based distributor Appu Wadhwani filed a civil case against Ajay and Ashtavinayak Cine Vision Ltd, the producers of Bol Bachchan, in a local court alleging that the producers went in for a deal with another company by dishonouring the one they struck with him last year, for the film's all-India theatrical rights. He moved
'Bol Bachchan' rights: Ajay Devgn denies cheating distributor
Actor Ajay Devgn, whose name has cropped up in a case filed in a local court by Nagpur-based distributor over theatre rights of 'Bol Bachchan', has denied his involvement in it saying they have not cheated anyone. "It is ridiculous. The matter is in court and with the association...he is saying something, we are saying something. So whoever is right...the right thing will be done," said Ajay. "If he has one point then we also have one point. I don't want to talk about it as the matter is in
Manoj Bajpai wanted to turn producer for Anurag Kashyap
Actor Manoj Bajpai, who plays the lead in Anurag Kashyap's "Gangs of Wasseypur", says he had once thought of turning producer for Kashyap's unreleased project "Paanch". After writing many path breaking scripts, Kashyap was supposed to make his debut as a director with "Paanch" in 2003 but the film ran into trouble with the Censor board and has not been released till date. It was loosely based on the 1976-77 Joshi-Abhyankar serial murders in Pune. "That was the time when I was not just planning
Sunny - Anil team up for Singh Sahab The Great
Sunny Deol and director Anil Sharma, who have given hits like Gadar-Ek Prem Katha, The Hero - Love Story of a Spy and Apne, are now working together in Singh Sahab The Great.Director Anil Sharma, whose last film was Salman Khan-starrer Veer in 2010, is very happy to get back to direction. "It is always exciting to get back to direction. For me it is always as if I am starting my first film. I feel as if I am going into a new class and preparing myself for a new exam," he says. When quizzed on
Nagesh Kukunoors next Laxmi deals with human trafficking
Nagesh Kukunoor's next titled Laxmi deals with the issue of human trafficking, not surprisingly so.The director who is known to make issue based and women centric films, tells the story of a 13-year-old-girl who was pushed into prostitution and was rescued from it later. It is apparently based on a true story. A well-placed source close to the director of the much acclaimed films, Iqbal and Dor reveals, "Nagesh has always felt strongly about the issue of human trafficking. This is something
Rajesh Khanna unwell, stops food intake
All’s not well with Hindi filmdom’s original superstar Rajesh Khanna. The actor, recently seen in a TV ad, has stopped intake of food the past few days, while his estranged wife Dimple Kapadia is taking care of him.“Rajeshji is unwell. He has stopped having food since the last three or four days,” the 69-year-old’s manager Ashwin told IANS. “He is not able to have his food. Khaana muh pe nahi jaa raha hai (The food is not going into his mouth),” he added, but didn’t confirm if
Live Chat Richa Chadda June 25 at 1400 hrs IST
June 23, 2012 - 05:30 hrs IST After giving a brilliant performance in her debut film Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! , Richa Chadda is now receiving rave reviews for her role as the fiery Nagma in Gangs Of Wasseypur. Richa will also be seen in Tamanchey, this year where she has been paired opposite Nikhil Dwivedi.Bollywood Hungama gives you a chance to have a live video chat with the talented Richa Chadda on Monday, June 25, at 1400 hrs IST. Don't miss it for
I am here for fame and money: Sushant Singh Rajput
Sushant Singh Rajput, who quit TV show "Pavitra Rishta" at the peak of his career in order to pursue his Bollywood dreams, says he left the small screen because it was "suffocating" him. The 26-year-old actor became a household name with his role of Manav on the soap but decided to leave the show as he wanted to do something new and gain fame and money in the process. He is making his Bollywood debut with Abhishek Kapoor's "Kai Po Che", based on Chetan Bhagat's novel 'Three Mistakes Of My
‘Gangs Of Wasseypur’ has opened to full houses
The audiences have given the thumbs up to Anurag Kashyap’s “Gangs Of Wasseypur”. It has opened to full houses in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand and is also drawing crowds in multiplexes in the Metros, distributors say. Prashant Kumar Singh, owner of Puja Talkies in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, told IANS: “‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ has opened very well with 80 to 85 percent occupancy. Some of the shows were even houseful. The film is going great and even the advance booking is going on full
Romantic comedy genre belongs to Saif: 'Cocktail' producer
Saif Ali Khan is back to doing romantic comedy with 'Cocktail' and the film's producer says the genre belongs to the actor as he has had the most success doing such films. After hit films in genre like 'Hum Tum', 'Salaam Namaste', 'Kal Ho Na Ho' and 'Love Aaj Kal', Saif is playing a happy-go-lucky Delhi guy who loves women in 'Cocktail'. He won a national award for best actor for his role in 'Hum Tum'. ?The romantic comedy genre belongs to Saif, he can do such films with ease as his comic
Nobody wants to make an unsuccessful film: Abhishek Bachchan
His last few releases have not done well at box office, but Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan says one has to deal with failures and move on as no one wants to make an unsuccessful film. His last release (in January) was Abbas-Mustan's 'Players', an official remake of Hollywood crime thriller 'The Italian Job'. Despite heavy promotion and an ensemble star cast, 'Players', one of the most anticipated films of 2012, failed at the box office. "I think you have to deal with it (flops). Thankfully,
Ekta Kapoor looking very nice in black dress
Ekta Kapoor looking very nice in black dress. Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this
Gurinder Chadha wants Saif Ali Khan to play Nehru
Britain-based Indian filmmaker Gurinder Chadha sports a new look and is ready to wear the director’s hat again. She’ll soon begin filming a movie on partition, to be shot in Delhi and Jodhpur, and is keen to rope in Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan as Jawaharlal Nehru in it.Chadha, who has lost 25 kg, has already spoken to Naseeruddin Shah to play Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the film — and he’s game.“This is my biggest challenge to date. I’ve been working on my partition film for some time
Rajesh Khanna fine, says Akshay Kumar
Bollywood’s beloved ‘Kaka’ Rajesh Khanna, who has not been keeping well, is now more than fine, his family said Thursday.“He’s more than fine. He is absolutely fine. Thank you for your concern,” Rajesh Khanna’s son-in-law, actor Akshay Kumar told reporters outside Khanna’s bungalow Ashirwad in Bandra here. Akshay’s comment came after the 69-year-old veteran’s manager Ashwin told IANS Wednesday that the actor had stopped food intake for the “last three or four
Prabhudheva to do item number in OMG Oh My God
Prabhudheva to do item number in OMG! Oh My God By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Jun 23, 2012 - 13:25 hrs IST Prabhudheva, who is known for his exceptional dancing skills, will be doing an item number in Akshay Kumar's production OMG! Oh My God.Akki shares a very good rapport with his Rowdy Rathore director Prabhudheva and he requested Prabhu to shake a leg with Sonakshi Sinha in an item number in Oh My God. Prabhu immediately agreed to do the song. He might even choreograph the song. Oh My
Rajesh Khanna hospitalised, family says it's 'exhaustion'
Yesteryear superstar Rajesh Khanna was today admitted to a city hospital, two days after he reassuringly waved to fans from the balcony of his residence to dispel concerns about his failing health. The 69-year-old actor's wife Dimple Kapadia said he was "exhausted and a little weak", while doctors refused to divulge details of his ailment. "Yes, Khanna has been admitted to our hospital," a senior doctor at Bandra's Lilavati Hospital said. "He is exhausted and a little weak so for better care we
Pitobash was discriminated against and I take the blame - Dibakar Banerjee
Far from shying away from actor Pitobash's accusations, Dibakar Banerjee actually admits to suffering the same snub and humiliation that his actor has so candidly blurted out. Says Dibakar, "I've gone through what Pitobash has. It's not that I was being demeaned."To go back a bit, Pitobash who is a pivotal player in Shanghai recently accused Dibakar of neglecting and sidetracking the actor during the promotion and marketing of the film. So hurt and angry is Pitobash that he's quoted as openly
South actress Tamannaah Bhatia signed for Himmatwala
It's official. And we got it out of Ajay Devgn's business associate Kumar Mangat. After the unending speculation about who would be taking over Sridevi's role in the remake of the 1983 hit Himmatwala, fuelled in no small measure by the neo-Himmatwala's director Sajid Khan tightlipped silence, it is finally outTelugu and Tamil actress Tamannaah Bhatia would be playing the lead opposite Ajay in Himmatwala. Says Kumar Mangat, "Yes, it's Tamannaah opposite Ajay in Himmatwala. The shooting starts in
Rajesh Khanna admitted to hospital
Rajesh Khanna admitted to hospital By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Jun 23, 2012 - 06:50 hrs IST Two days ago there were rumours that veteran superstar Rajesh Khanna is critical. Son-in-law Akshay Kumar refuted the rumours and said that his father-in-law was doing fine.However, now the buzz is that Rajesh Khanna has been admitted to Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital today. The actor has stopped his food intake since few days. Wife Dimple Kapadia and daughter Twinkle are by his side. We wish the
Heroines should not get burdened with numbers game: Asin
Unruffled with joining the Rs 100 crore club of heroines, Asin says she is not bothered about it and insists that leading actresses should not take the burden of numbers on their head. "I am not bothered about numbers, I am happy that it happened with my films. It is not that I was expecting it to happen, it is not in my hands. I enjoyed doing my part," said Asin. "If the film is a hit it is good...if it does Rs 100 crore or whatever it is the bonus but I don't think that it has to be the main
Ajay Devgn ready for ‘Jumping Jack’ makeover
He is known for playing intense roles, but now Ajay Devgn is ready to imitate Bollywood’s “Jumping Jack” Jitendra’s dance moves in his new film “Himmatwala”, which is based on the 1983 film of the same name.“I am ready to do anything, be it action or dance… You can’t look at one department, it is a film in totality… I am looking at the whole film right now,” Ajay told reporters Wednesday.Said Sajid Khan, director of the new version of “Himmatwala”: “Ajay’s image
Brad Pitt buys picture of Amy Winehouse?
Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt has splashed out on graffiti paintings of the British royal family and late singer Amy Winehouse. The "Moneyball" star, who is currently based in the UK while partner Angelina Jolie is filming "Maleficent", has bought three pieces from British artist Bambi, a canvas of Prince William and his wife Duchess Catherine, one of Queen Elizabeth and another picture of Winehouse, reported Femalefirst. "There is a lot of buzz about Bambi at the moment. As Brad's here with
'Transformers 4' not a reboot: Director Michael Bay
Director Michael Bay says his fourth "Transformers" film is not going to be a reboot though the film will have a new cast. The 47-year-old filmmaker said that working on the fourth "Transformers" film was kind of daunting and scary and the budget for the upcoming autobot film will be cut about USD 30 million, reported Ace Showbiz. "It's not a reboot, that's maybe wrong. I don't want to say reboot because then people will think we're doing a Spider-Man and starting from the beginning. We're not.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
If I make a ‘Rowdy Rathore’, it’ll be a flop: Anurag Kashyap
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap’s expertise lies in making different kind of cinema and he candidly admits that if he is given a task to make a film like “Rowdy Rathore”, he won’t be able to do it.“I can’t make a ‘Rowdy Rathore’. If I make a ‘Rowdy Rathore’, it will be a flop. It has to be made with a conviction. Prabhu Deva had a conviction. He believes in what he is doing. You need to believe in what you are doing. The day I start internally believing in a film, which is in the
I feel like a prisoner of war: Conrad Murray
Conrad Murray, the doctor convicted of manslaughter in Michael Jackson's death, has said seven months in the LA County jail have taken a physical toll on his health. Murray, 59, has been in jail since November when he was found guilty and lawyer Valerie Wass, who is handling Murray's appeal, says he was shocked to see his condition in the jail, reported CNN online. "He looked horrible. I've never seen him like that... I'm shocked. He told me he feels like a POW (prisoner of war). He told me
Russian online retailer KupiVIP eyes New York IPO
Russian online retailer KupiVIP wants to hold an initial public offering in New York within two years that could raise more than $120 million, its founder and chief executive said on Monday, continuing a trend of web groups seeking public listings. KupiVIPGlobal investors are showing a growing appetite for Russian internet firms as they seek to tap into rising consumer spending and the fast-growing use of broadband in Russia, now Europe's biggest internet market. Russia's leading online
After 'ABCD', Remo D'Souza to direct 3D action film
Choreographer-turned-director Remo D'Souza, who is gearing for the release of his dance-centric drama 'Any Body Can Dance' (ABCD)', is now all set to make an action movie which he claims will be the most expensive venture in India till date. "It is a big action movie that I am working on.. it is not like 'Rowdy Rathore' or 'Dabangg'. It is something else. It is an original script," said Remo. "These are all remakes... it is all '80s masala, which is back again. And after every few years the
Shahid Kapoor signs Prabhudhevas Namak
June 20, 2012 - 01:34 hrs IST Prabhudheva's recently released film Rowdy Rathore starring Akshay Kumar has been doing roaring business. Now the choreographer turned director is set with his next film which will star none other than Shahid Kapoor. The film will be a massy entertainer.Post the initial speculation of who would play the lead role, Shahid Kapoor has been locked and will feature as the lead in Namak. The project is based on the drug trade in Madhya Pradesh and will see the actor
Will tell everyone when I get into a relationship: Parineeti
Actress Parineeti Chopra has slammed rumours linking her to actor Uday Chopra, saying that she will let the world know once she gets into a relationship. The 'Ishaqzaade' star said she considers Uday a good friend and there is nothing more than that to their relationship. ?I am that kind of a person who will reveal it to the world as soon as I get into a relationship,? said Parineeti at an event here to launch of HCL products. ?Such rumours spoil a relation and I prefer that one should ask and
Bollywood report card: Small films boost box office
Small is big in Bollywood. In the first five months, small-budget non-commercial films have kept the cash registers ringing and kept filmmakers happy, trade experts say, adding that the icing on the cake has been three biggies that crossed the Rs.100 crore ($22 million) mark. In the second half, all eyes will be on the Khans.A bouquet of non-commercial offerings – “Kahaani”, “Vicky Donor” and “Ishaqzaade” – turned into big successes at the ticket window, which also saw biggies
De Beers won't bid for BHP's stake in Ekati
De Beers, the world's largest diamond miner, considered a bid for BHP Billiton's 80 percent stake in the EKATI diamond mine, but it has decided not to submit an offer for the asset, according to multiple sources involved in the process. Photo: CorbisDe Beers, soon to be majority owned by miner Anglo American, entered the auction process late and examined the possibility of an offer, which would have been its first acquisition under its new chief executive and one of its largest. EKATI would
H&M opens two sportswear stores in London for the duration of the Olympic Games
It’s H&M’s turn to announce its plans for the Olympic Games. Just a few weeks away from the start of the competitions (27th July, ed.), the Swedish giant will join the party in London in its own style: the opening of two pop-up “H&M Sports” stores has been announced for the beginning of July. The chain’s new kind of pop-up stores will house not only the brand’s standard sportswear range, but also special menswear, womenswear and kidswear collections in “patriotic” colours.
Criminal case filed against SRK
The troubles surrounding superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Wankhede brawl just don't seem to end. Now, lawyer-cum-activist Indrajeet Singh Bhatia filed a private criminal complaint against SRK at a local court in Indore, Madya Pradesh, for his alleged involvement in the fracas at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai last month.Bhatia filed the case on Tuesday under section 200 of CrPc (examination of complainant) in the court of Judicial Magistrate (First Class) Sangeeta Tiwari. Admitting the complaint, the
Will get artificial insemination at 40: Kim Kardashian
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian says if she is single till 40 she will consider having a baby through artificial insemination. The 31-year-old socialite, who is currently dating rapper Kayne West, told her sister Kourtney Kardashian that she would try IVF to get pregnant, on an episode of her reality TV show 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians', a media report said. ?If I'm 40 and not married, I would have a baby artificially inseminated. I would feel like Mary, like Jesus is my baby, you know??
Counterfeiting: Lacoste and Puig rewarded for their initiatives
Lacoste.comOn the occasion of the international anti-counterfeiting day, the Global Anti-Counterfeiting Network (GACG) presented its awards on the 7th of June, 2012, in Paris. In the brand category, it was Lacoste which won, with the Puig group receiving an honorable mention. The Lacoste company, represented by its director of public and legal affairs, Nathalie Moullé-Berteaux, was recognized for its investment in the defense of intellectual property. "This is the result of a very important
Farahs next with SRK to go on floor by year-end
June 20, 2012 - 01:25 hrs IST Farah Khan's much anticipated next film starring Shah Rukh Khan will apparently have five leads. While Boman Irani has been finalized for one of the roles, the other three heroes are yet to be decided. Apparently, Farah is also planning to introduce a new face in this film.Both Farah and SRK are extremely excited about this film as it brings them back after delivering two of Bollywood's biggest blockbusters - Main Hoon Na and Om Shanti Om. The film will be
Ferrari Ki Sawaari – Movie Review
Film: “Ferrari Ki Sawaari”Starring: Sharman Joshi, Boman Irani, Ritvik SahoreDirector: Rajesh MapuskarRating: This is “Lage Raho Munnabhai” without Munna, though there are plenty of low brow Bhais’ zipping around in and out first-time director Rajesh Mapuskar’s blithe frames in search of that elusive feeling of innocence we seem to have lost in our cinema ever since Hrihikesh Mukherjee passed away.Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Raj Kumar Hirani and now their associate, the debutant
Louis Vuitton loses lawsuit on "Hangover" handbag
Louis Vuitton on Friday lost its lawsuit against the Warner Brothers studio for using a knock-off handbag in its popular 2011 comedy "The Hangover: Part II". A Diophy bag was used in the film 'The Hangover: Part II' and was the subject of a lawsuit brought by Louis VuittonThe case stemmed from a scene in which the character Alan Garner, played by Zach Galifianakis, is shown in an airport with a bag that looks a Louis Vuitton bag, but which the French company said is made by Diophy, which makes
Mavi entrusts the premiere of Gold to Hussein Chalayan
Mavi launches Gold at Bread & ButterMavi is taking a step forward. The Turkish denim expert announced a first collaboration which will be with Hussein Chalayan. In fact, it has entrusted the Turkish Cypriot designer with the first collection for Mavi Gold, its new premium line, launched at Bread & Butter. "Gold's mission is to be designed anew each time by a renowned designer," says a spokesperson for Mavi. If Mavi Gold is officially launched by the spring of 2013, the first models will be
Tuareg designer brings 'anti-sharia' sass to Dakar ramps
Alphadi / Photo: FIMAThe Sahel's most feted fashionista, Tuareg designer Alphadi, hit the runway at Dakar Fashion Week with a homage to Mali, whose vast north is largely under control of hardline Islamists. The bright colours, occasionally bare arms and sparkle that sashayed down the catwalk were definitely not in keeping with sharia, the strict Islamic law that has been enforced in northern Mali for the past two months."That's the idea," laughed the man who was introduced to the crowd at the
Emraan, Vidya to romance in Mumbai monsoon for ‘Ghanchakkar’
The shooting of Vidya Balan-Emraan Hashmi starrer “Ghanchakkar” has been advanced by a month, and director Rajkumar Gupta’s excitement knows no bounds. He will finally be able to realise his wish of capturing the two actors romancing in the Mumbai monsoon.Initially, the shooting was supposed to begin in September, and Gupta’s desire to drench his star pair in the monoon rains almost didn’t happen due to Emraan’s time constraints.Gupta narrated: “I had originally planned an August
Zumiez to buy Austrian retailer Blue Tomato
Teen-focused retailer Zumiez Inc has agreed to buy Austria-based Blue Tomato for 59.5 million euros ($75 million) to beef up its sports goods offering in Europe, it said on Tuesday, as it raised its second-quarter revenue outlook. Photo: Blue TomatoUnder the deal, the snowboarding and surfing merchandise retailer will also pay 22.1 million euros based on certain milestones over the next three years. The Everett, Washington-based company expects the deal to be modestly accretive to earnings per
Aamir Khan hopes ‘Ferrari Ki Sawaari’ beats ’3 Idiots’ success
Sharman Joshi and Boman Irani starrer ‘Ferrari Ki Sawari’ hits the theatres today and Aamir Khan hopes that the film does so well at the box office that it beats the success of their movie “3 Idiots”.“I am here to wish the entire team. I am sure they have made a good film and Sharman is a nice actor and our wishes are with them. We want everyone who watched ’3 Idiots’ to watch ‘Ferrari Ki Sawaari’ also. We wish that this film goes far beyond ’3 Idiots’,” the 47-year-old
HC grants divorce to Pak singer Adnan Sami
After several years of being embroiled in a matrimonial dispute, the Bombay High Court today granted divorce to Pakistani singer Adnan Sami and UAE citizen Sabah Galadari. Adnan had married Sabah in 2001, divorced her in 2004 and remarried her in 2007. Their relation, however, soured again and Sabah moved the family court for divorce again in 2009 and had also filed a case under the Domestic Violence Act against Adnan. Justice Roshan Dalvi today granted the estranged couple divorce while
Retailers feast on free Facebook tools, shun ads
CHICAGO - Krishan Agarwal, president of online luxury watch vendor Melrose.com, told a roomful of attentive Internet retailers last week how Facebook had helped his company generate about 25 percent more sales in two years. Melrose's Facebook pageThen he dropped a bombshell: Melrose spent less than $1,500 on Facebook ads during that time. Everything else the company did with Facebook was free. "Some of the tools that are free are just a lot better than ads on Facebook," the former Dalton
Deckers Outdoor recruiting at Converse
Deckers Outdoor is a group in the midst of expansion. The American group seems to have decided to address the French market in particular, opening a branch in 2011 for their brands Ugg Australia, Teva and Sanuk. A first Parisian boutique should also be created by the end of the year, in the Marais district of Paris. Deckers Outdoor Corporation (here with Ugg Australia) acquires a President of Direct to Consumer. Image: Ugg AustraliaThis operation will be supervised by the new president of the
H&M withstands tough market with quarterly earnings rise
Hennes & Mauritz, the world's second-largest fashion retailer, posted a bigger than expected rise in second-quarter pretax profit on Wednesday and said its newest collections had been well received despite tough macro-economic conditions. Photo: H&MPretax earnings reached 7.1 billion Swedish crowns ($1 billion), compared with a year-ago 5.8 billion and a mean forecast in a Reuters poll of analysts for 6.6 billion. "The year started well and the positive trend continued in the second quarter,"
Penney marketing chief steps down as ads disappoint
J.C. Penney Co Inc said on Monday that Michael Francis, a key member of the "dream team" the retailer assembled to carry out its transformation of everything from pricing to merchandising, was leaving the company, just months after he was lured from Target Corp. J.C. PenneyThe move, announced in a brief statement, comes weeks after the department store operator said it had a worse-than-expected 18.9 percent drop in same-store sales for the first quarter as it tried to wean consumers off of
Aamir Khan gets invited to Parliament
Aamir Khan has been known to go all out in promoting whatever he does. With his latest show 'Satyamev Jayate' making waves, the actor has become the first non-MP Bollywood actor to be invited to the Indian Parliament. Aamir and his creative team will be visiting the Sansad Bhavan on Thursday.Recently, Aamir's TV show ruffled feathers, after an episode dealing with malpractices in the medical profession. The head of the parliamentary committee, Shanta Kumar has invited Aamir to the Parliament to
Video: 'Beware of a Man's Shadow' by Tara Dougans
Illustrator Tara Dougans and Nowness magazine released this fashion film to celebrate the first ever London Men's Fashion Week. The illustrated animation features designs from Lanvin, Givenchy and Louis Vuitton.Copyright © 2012 FashionMag.com All rights reserved.
Esha Gupta on the Cover of Maxim India
Esha Gupta on The Cover of Maxim India. Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this
Inditex buys flagship London site for 155 million pounds
Inditex, the world's largest fashion retailer, has bought its flagship Zara store in London for 155 million pounds, taking advantage of a "rare opportunity" to own one of the city's best retail locations. Zara on Oxford Street / Photo: ZaraThe Spanish group said on Monday it had bought the 7,000 square-metre property at the intersection of Oxford Street and New Bond Street from German fund manager Deka. While Inditex leases most of its stores, it has a penchant for buying the best - last year
Marithé & François Girbaud agrees on major licence with Indian group FFI
The Marithé & François Girbaud saga has taken a new turn. Whilst Cravatatakiller, Marithé & François Girbaud’s legal entity, went into receivership on 10th May, the label has just announced that it has signed a contract with Indian giant FFI (Fibers & Fabrics International) for a major global licence. Girbaud’s point of sale on rue Etienne Marcel, Paris / Photo: Pixel FormulaThe new partner will manage production and wholesale distribution (franchisees and multi-brands) on a global
Cotélac steps up its international expansion
The label created by Pierre Pernod and designer Raphaëlle Cavali is expanding on an international scale. After welcoming new share-holders (Siparex and SG Capital for Société Générale), it’s planning to open a second store in New York in October. Cotélac will then have five stores in total in the US, in San Francisco, Chicago, Boston and New York. Cotélac’s new advertising campaignCotélac appeals to consumers looking for pieces with “individuality”, who are impressed with the
Pepe Jeans creates new brand for the Indian market
Pepe Jeans London has been present in India since 1989, first distributed through a licensee and since the end of 2010 through a joint venture with Chetan Shah, a company in which Pepe Jeans is a majority stake-holder. The Pepe Jeans group, whose leading brand has been present in India since 1989, plans to launch a more accessible brand / Photo: Pepe Jeans LondonBut the group seems to see a lot more potential in the Indian market. According to Modaes, quoting the group’s financial director
Sharman, Boman different takes on Father’s Day
Boman Irani and Sharman Joshi play father and son, respectively, in “Ferrari Ki Sawari”, releasing Friday, and they have different takes on Father’s Day, which is June 17.“Father’s Day is a symbolic day. My father doesn’t believe in Father’s Day. Neither do I believe in any of these days with all due respect to people who celebrate them,” said Sharman on 92.7 Big FM Thursday.“My father has been my hero and will always be. I am so grateful for him for allowing me to be the
British menswear wraps up event with accolades
British menswear designers showcased a mixture of transparent florals and detailed paisley prints accessorised with quilted handbags and coloured briefcases on the final day of London's first standalone men's fashion event on Sunday. The event saw a vast array of collections, presentations and special talks from leading designers such as Paul Smith, Jonathan Saunders and Christopher Kane, with talks already underway on how to develop the London Collections Men further. "We would love to expand
Penney plunges after abrupt departure of top executive
Shares of J.C. Penney Co Inc fell 11 percent on Tuesday after its president abruptly left the department store operator following a botched advertising campaign that was the linchpin of the 110-year old chain's turnaround plans. Photo AFP/Getty Images/File, Spencer PlattThe retailer said on Monday that Michael Francis, a key member of the "dream team" it assembled to transform the company's image, m e rchandising and pricing, was leaving just months after he joined from Target Corp. The
Aamir - Salman - SRK Few clarifications
Aamir - Salman - SRK: Few clarifications! By Taran Adarsh , Jun 19, 2012 - 07:40 hrs IST The premier production house, Yash Raj Films, is deep neck into activity. The Chopras are currently involved in the production of three biggies, each of them starring a Khan in the pivotal role. Naturally, a lot of speculation is doing the rounds of the industry...The film starring Shah Rukh Khan, being directed by the doyen, Yash Chopra, is still to get a title. The rumor mills have gone ahead and
Sharman’s ‘Ferrari Ki Sawari’ makes profit
“Ferrari Ki Sawari” is Sharman Joshi’s first solo hero film and has no female lead, but it has managed to pull in viewers and ended grossing about Rs.14 crore in the first three days of its release.Made at a budget of Rs.10 crore, including publicity and marketing, the film about father-son relationship has already recovered its cost. “The film is doing extremely well in all our cinemas. Friday we had around 60 percent occupancy while Saturday-Sunday had over 80 percent occupancy,”
Abhay Deol joins cast of Raanjhnaa
Now that Abhay Deol has been roped in to play Sonam Kapoor's batch-mate, colleague and love-interest at the Jawaharlal Nehru University in Aanand Rai's Raanjhnaa, Dhanush who has been working diligently on his Hindi for his Bollywood debut has asked the director for a month's time to further work on his Hindi diction.Abhay plays a well-read, articulate soft spoken JNU student who has a relationship with Sonam Kapoor. Dhanush known to do his homework until he gets the role absolutely right, has
Esha Gupta was original choice for Murder 3
Aditi Rao Hydari was not the original choice for Bhatt Camp's much awaited next, Murder 3. It was their latest blue eyed girl, Esha Gupta who was offered the film first. The newbie who has signed a three film deal with Vishesh films was seen in Jannat 2 and is also starring in Raaz 3.If you are wondering why the leggy lissome opted out of such a huge franchise, here is the dope. An insider reveals, "Esha was the first choice of Bhatt's for the film. The reason she didn't do it is because her
Looks on Campus: Brittany – University of Iowa
Written by Kristina - University of Iowa If you’re not spending the summer relaxing or taking extra classes, you’ve probably started work at your summer job or internship. So when I saw Brittany, I immediately thought her “smart casual” outfit would be perfect inspiration for your summer work looks! While jeans may not be appropriate for all offices, her look could easily be re-worked with office-appropriate trousers. Read on to check it out!Name: BrittanyCollege: University of
Would You Wear… Matching Cuffs?
Written by Caitlyn - FIDM Photo Credits: 1, 2: Pacific Coast News, 3: Morven S. on LookbookMaybe it’s because Gladiator has been on rerun lately, or because Sarah Jessica Parker donned them at the Met Gala last month, but whatever the reason, it’s offical: matching cuffs are a hot trend.Doubling up on your cuffs is certainly one way to step up your ensemble. Over-exaggerated, matching cuffs make a bold, fashion-forward statement, as the looks above demonstrate.Our question is, would you
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