Showing posts from September, 2008
Reliance shareholders’ meetings have been legendary from the time of Dhirubhai Ambani, known as much for the chatpata snacks served as for the juicy tid-bits that emerge from these meetings. The recent annual general meeting of Reliance Natural Resources Limited (RNRL) was not much different. At the meeting one of the shareholders got up and stumped chairman Anil Ambani asking him to explain the discrepancy between share allotment to both his sons, reports Press Trust of India. While the elder Jai Anmol, 17, holds equity worth crores, his younger 13-year-old son Jai Anshul is left with a paltry 100 shares. What was the reason for this, demanded the share-holder and pat came, Anil’s cheeky reply: “Now you know what happens to the younger one in a family.” While the meet erupted into laughter Anil’s spontaneous reply made it obvious that the business tycoon hasn’t forgotten his very public battle with elder brother Mukesh Ambani over the ownership of the Reliance empire. Anmol’s shares a...
In 1965, Feroz Khan married Sundari. They had two children together, Laila Khan and Fardeen Khan (b. 1974). Feroz's daughter and Fardeen Khan's Sister Laila Khan is an artist since childhood and she held her first solo show of her paintings in New Delhi in 2001. Her work has been included in many auctions and she has participated in several shows in India and abroad. Laila married Indian tennis player Rohit Rajpal in December, 1998. She then moved from Mumbai to Delhi to be part of Rajpal’s family. She seperated from her husband Rohit almost a year ago and is now rumored to be dating Pooja Bedi's ex-husband, Farhan Furniturewalla. Laila with Cousins Suzanne Khan Roshan (wife of Hrithik Roshan) and Simone Khan pose for photographers at a press preview of one of Laila Khan's Exhibitions Laila Khan With Cousins and Aunt Zarine Khan Laila With Rageshwari Some more photos
Picture: Mommy has her hands full! Maria Goretti with Her Sons Kidding around: Niharika Khan (wife of actor Ayub Khan) along with Tehseen Rizvi opened a children's clothing boutique called Alizah at Seven Bungalows, Mumbai. Spotted at the event was Maria Goretti with kids Zeke Zidaan and Zene Zoe besides telly actors Nasir Kazi and Ashish Kaul among others.
Smita Thackarey and Madhur Bhandarkar were chief guests at the launch of hair stylist Shiva's new salon called Shiva's Stylo at Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri. Smita came with her son Rahul (Grandson of Balasaheb Thackeray), they sat for the inauguration pooja and prayed for the success of the new venture. Rahul is the son of Balasaheb Thackrey's second son Jaidev. Smita Thackarey Married Jaidev in 1987. She is estranged from him since the mid-'90s. Smita says "My husband was attracted to other women and left me with my children. I found our future very bleak and in a time of distress my father-in-law supported me and asked me to stay back." Jaidev left home some years ago but Smita lives on the first floor of Matoshree, Balasaheb on the second. Smita produced several Hindi Films in the late 1990's one of which was David Dhawan directed Haseena Maan Jaayegi is a 1999 starring Govinda, Sanjay Dutt, Karishma Kapoor and Pooja Batra
While Akshay's son Aarav's birthday was celebrated on15th September the actor's good friend and producer Sajid Nadiadwala's six-year-old Subhaan celebrates his on 18th Sep. While Aarav had a carnival-themed party, buddy Subhaan wanted a Hawaiian theme. Private affair Says Mommy, "Subhaan knew what he wanted. He's a six-year-old but thinks like a grown up. He even went to Sajid's office and printed and designed the invitations for his party." Wardha plans to invite kids from Subhaan's school along with friends from the industry. "Since it's the month of Ramzaan, we planned a small, private affair involving only close friends. I didn't want to disappoint Subhaan again this year. Last year, we didn't have a party, and we thought he deserved one this time!" Hummer for my pal Aarav and Subhaan who go to the same school, are close friends. For Aarav's birthday, Subhaan wanted to pick up his own gift for Aarav, and got him a remo...
More Photographs of Mukesh Ambani's children Mukesh Ambani is married to Nita Ambani, who looks after the social and charitable arm of Reliance Industries. They have three children: Akash, Isha and Anant. Mukesh Ambani's daughter Isha Ambani has grabbed the second position on a Forbes list of billionaire heiresses. (Sep 2008) About 16-year-old Isha, it said that Mukesh Ambani's only daughter is ‘just a teenager but already has her own stake in the family's Reliance Industries, worth about USD 80 million’. Nita and Mukesh Ambani With Sons Akash and Anant
The film is about a father’s unconditional love for his son Akshay Kumar is all set to give his son Aarav a very precious gift. Akki will be dedicating an entire film titled Jumbo, which is produced by Percept Picture Company. Akshay will not only lend his voice to the central character Jumbo but will also be a sutradhar (narrator) in the film. When contacted, Akshay Kumar confirmed the news and said, "The reason for me doing this animation film is purely because how it made me feel. Watching it brought back so many emotions that I remembered as a child. Children don’t just need humour or action in their lives, they also need lessons, love and understanding. This film made me think so much about my son that I was absolutely ready to be part of it. Like my father used to say, ‘It’s not just about doing the big and best things all the time. Life is about doing what is important and what is right.’ This is exactly how I felt." Commenting on the film’s subject, Akshay said, ...
Jai Anshul was photographed at the premier of Farhan Akhtar’s acting debut ‘Rock On’ which was held in Imax Wadala, Mumbai on Thursday, 28th August 2008. Jai Anshul was there with his Mother Tina Ambani.
Till now, Himesh Reshammiya kept his family, wife Komal and son Swayam, a closely guarded secret. Last year, we managed to uncover the fact that Swayam studies at the Utpal Sanghvi School in Std 5. Now apparently, 11-year old Swayam is also his dad's lucky mascot and BO astrologer. Big list Says a source from T-Series (producer of Karzzzz), "Himesh Reshammiya has made a huge list of the people he wants to invite for the first viewing of Karzzzz which includes the whole cast and crew of the original cast (Subhash Ghai, Rishi Kapoor, Tina Ambani, Simi Garewal, Raj Kiran) and also a lot of other prominent names from the film industry but the first person he wants to show his latest film, is his own son Swayam. Himesh feels that's his son's sense of prediction is amazing. Himesh's faith in his son's predictions is simply amazing! Everything he does in films is according to what Swayam tells him." Perfect predictions Himesh says, "Swayam is my lucky mascot...
Industrialist Anil Ambani (L) along with his sons leaves Prateeksha - one of the residences of actor Amitabh Bachchan after a Sangeet-traditional Indian pre-marriage musical ceremony of his son' Abhishek's marriage to Aishwarya Rai, in Mumbai, early 19 April 2007.
In its latest issue, People magazine carries an interesting piece about Saba Ali Khan's bond with Kareena Kapoor - She is designing jewellery for Kareena. And this is not the only work that will keep Saba busy. Not it's not Bollywood, but dad Nawab Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi has quite a few plans in mind for her. Here's an excerpt: Between grooming herself as the probable trustee of her royal family's vast properties and honing her talent as a jewellery designer, Saba Ali Khan is a busy woman. But when her famous elder brother and Bollywood superstar Saif Ali Khan came to her with a request -- to design a sparkling, new piece for his ladylove Kareena Kapoor on her birthday -- Saba readily agreed to make time. And because it is for a 'special someone' in her brother's life, Saba's putting a lot of thought into it. "I would love to make her something. But the deadline is too soon. I will need time as it has to be a gorgeous piece," she confesses. T...
Arjun Rampal has been flooded with compliments after Rock On!! Rampal's daughters Mahikaa and Myra have been so inspired by their papa's film, they have formed their own miniature rock band. Arjun says he didn't expect this kind of overwhelming response to Rock On! "This kind of reaction scares me and piles on the pressure. My daughters have seen the film and loved it so much that they have formed their own band. They both had guitars but after they saw me playing, they have been inspired to play it themselves. Now I have two baby rock stars at home." Will he let them become rock stars if they want to be? "I will let them be whatever they want. I was always supported by my family and I will do the same for my kids." Arjun's best gift and compliments have come from musicians. "They have SMSed me that they could totally relate to Joe's character and that I have given them so much hope. "It's not just his colleagues and people from the...
Asha's daughter Varsha Bhosle works as a columnist for The Times of India and rediff.com.
He is the youngest son of legendary songstress Asha Bhosle. His mom jokingly mentions that as a youngster, he was more proud of her culinary skills after she fed a gang of his friends, brought in at short notice, a hurried concoction of eggs and rice, than her music, but today Anand Bhosle is his mother’s number one fan. He has also put his own aspirations aside, and handles the business aspect of her career, so her music can continue to flourish. Asha Bhosle remains the reigning queen of melody worldwide-she is also an amazing cook and her restaurants which feature her cuisine along with those of some celebrity friends, are usually so full, its hard to get in if you don’t make reservations well in advance. Life however was not so easy for Asha. The Mangeshkar siblings lost their father at a young age, and older sister Lata went to work. Asha married young and went back to her family when the marriage didn’t work out. She had three young kids to raise and monumental odds to beat as her...
Esha Deol's baby sister now designs her own line called The Freeway Collection Until recently, Esha Deol's sister Ahana wasn't sure about what she wanted to do with her life. Though acting was never an option, Ahana seemed interested in the behind-the-scenes aspects of filmmaking like editing and scripting. But now, she has now settled for a completely new vocation. Main bhi designer Hema Malini's pretty younger daughter is now into dress designing. Says Ahana's proud didi Esha, "For the last six months, Ahana has been planning and designing her own line-up of clothes. And now she's ready to hit the racks. She has named her range The Freeway Collection. She has around seven workshops in Mumbai and is very taken up with her job." Phew!Needless to say, Mama Hema, papa Dharmendra and sis Esha are all for the youngest Deol's vocation. Papa Dharam never wanted his daughters to go into acting. Now that the apple of his eye, Ahana, is into a stable non-f...
Come on Rohit! Rohit Dhawan will make his directorial debut in Come on Pappu , which was to be directed by his father David Dhawan’s son Rohit is all set to follow his father’s footsteps. He will be directing a film for Percept Picture Company in August next year. The film titled Come on Pappu will feature Akshay Kumar. Incidentally, the film was to be initially directed by D a v i d Dhawan. Our source i n f o r m s , “David and S h a i l e n d r a Singh of Percept had done a lot of research. Last year, they had even visited studios in London for finalising the special effects for the film. The chimp, which will play the role of Pappu, has also been finalised long ago. Come on Pappu will be made on a budget of Rs 90 crore and will feature top stars from Bollywood. Akshay Kumar has already been finalised for one of the roles. Incidentally, Rohit is just 23 years old and David has also worked with him on the film.” Apparently, Rohit’s directorial debut was in the offing for some time now...
They say there are two types of film industry kids. Those who see their parents in the film industry and aspire to be there and those who swear never to get into the industry. Meghna Ghai Puri is certainly of the second type. Daughter of the Showman — Subhash Ghai and Rehana — she certainly is a chip off the old block. Currently, President of Whistling Woods International, this film kid has been instrumental in carrying forward her father’s vision of a comprehensive film school. She recommends the timeless drama Forrest Gump — a film that gave her the inspiration to be independent. Forrest Gump is based on a novel written by Winston Groom in 1986. The film is directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by Eric Roth. Tom Hanks plays the title role of Forrest Gump and his love interest, Jenny Curran is played by Robin Wright Penn. The film revolves around Gump, who has an IQ level of 75 and still manages to accomplish great things. More than anyone would expect him to. He is telling his stor...
Tina Munim married industrialist Anil Ambani, with whom she has two children. Her two sons currently study at the Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai and Sevenoaks School near London and not the family owned Dhirubhai Ambani International School.
As she prepares to take on the mantle of managing her father Pataudi's property, Sudipta Basu feels that Saba Ali Khan was born for the job Every one knows that she exists, but given the celebrity that her siblings Saif and Soha Ali Khan enjoy, thanks to their Bollywood successes; Saba Ali Khan has never really been heard (given that Bollywood is teeming with star siblings ever ready to volunteer sound bytes on everything from hair pins to cat fights). Tiger Pataudi and Sharmila Tagore's quiet 32-year-old second born, a jewellery designer with a line simply titled Saba, is poised to get very busy soon. Her father Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, currently the mutawalli or chief trustee of the Nawab's 250-crore ancestral property, reportedly is preparing to pass on the torch to Saba. "I am reading up a lot on history and all that is involved for taking up office. It is something that will come to me eventually, but for now my father is the mutawalli," says Saba, stating t...
