Decide Akshay Kumar's 'Rowdy Rathore' look online

UTV Motion Pictures has launched an online hunt for the new look of actor Akshay Kumar for their new film "Rowdy Rathore".

"Akshay Kumar is shedding the uber-cool avatar and is set for sporting a rowdy look in his upcoming film 'Rowdy Rathore'. But he is not able to decide which moustache will bring out the rowdiness in him. Click to help him pick one," reads a post on the UTV Motion Pictures' Facebook page.

And the look that gets the maximum votes would be finalised for the film, which also stars Sonakshi Sinha.

Akshay is also learning traditional combat karate for his role in the film.

Directed by Prabhudeva, the film is produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ronnie Screwvala and designer Shabinaa Khan.

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Katrina and Sonakshi's turf war

Even as the alleged war between Katrina & Sonakshi heats up, it's interesting to note that both of Salman's protégées seem to follow the same route in terms of their film careers.

 

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Sonakshi Sinha signed as the new face of D'Damas

D'Damas, one of India's leading diamond jewellery brands announced Sonakshi Sinha as the new face of the brand. D'damas, which is the only brand in the country having distinct sub-brands, also unveiled its new campaign. It takes the brand's current positioning of 'Celebrate Always' forward with a fresh and more relevant execution and imagery, personified by Sonakshi Sinha.

D'damas sub-brands caters to the moments like marriage, special occasions and religious or for pure indulgence. It thus gives its consumers not only ample choice to select from the wide range but also possibilities to own more diamond jewellery to celebrate all moments and make each moment of one's life really special.

Excited about her association with D'Damas Sonakshi Sinha said, "It feels great to be the brand ambassador of D'Damas! I connect with D'Damas because I personally live each moment to the fullest and believe in celebrating life. D'Damas adds celebration to both ordinary and even the everyday special occasions. When I want to celebrate any happiness in life I turn to D'Damas."

Mr. RK Menon, COO, D'damas Jewellery India Pvt Ltd.said, "Sonakshi Sinha is the face of the new Indian woman who is confident, versatile and has got tremendous self-belief. She has the charisma, grace, beauty and the attitude that goes perfectly with the brand image. We wanted an ambassador who is not only popular but at the same time exemplifies the true Indian beauty thereby establishing a connect with the Indian audiences and Sonakshi completely fits the bill."

The campaign captures the essence and Sonakshi's expression of joy as she celebrates the small moments in life that bring her happiness. It amplifies her beauty and appeal, making her more real and relatable. It also captures the celebration of moments that enhance Sonakshi's beauty and the jewellery.

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'Dabangg' wins five at IIFA; Sonakshi, Ranvir win debut awards

Ranvir Singh won the award for debut male actor for his role in "Band Baaja Baaraat".

Accepting the award from Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh, the young actor said: "It is special to me as the award is presented by my idol. (But) it is just the beginning."

Sonakshi Sinha bagged the debut female award for her role in "Dabangg".

Presenting her the award, Hema Malini said: "I saw this girl and never thought she will become an actress."

A beaming Sonakshi said: "Toronto, itna pyar. Thanks for giving me the gift of IIFA. I will cherish it forever."

Mamta Sharma won the award for best female playback singer for her song "Munni Badnaam" in "Dabangg".

"I love you so much... Lalitji I love you so much... Shah Rukh I love you much... Toronto I love you so much," said Mamta as Arshad Warsi handed her the award in the company of show co-hosts Boman Irani and Ritesh Deshmukh as well as Shah Rukh Khan.

The award for best male playback singer went to Rahat Fateh Ali Khan for "Tere Mast Mast Do Nain" from "Dabangg".

For best lyrics, the award went to Niranjan Iyengar for "Sajda' and "Noor-e-Khuda" in "My Name is Khan". The award was accepted by Karan Johar on his behalf.

For music direction, the award went to Sajid-Wajid and Lalit Pandit for "Dabangg".

The award for best story went to Shibani Bathija for "My Name is Khan", presented by Brett Lee, Fardeen Khan, Sajid Nadiadwala.

The award for best screenplay went to Abhinav Kahsyap and Dileep Shukla for "Dabangg". It was presented by Zeenat Aman, Prakash Mehra and Sant Singh Chatwal.

The IIFA award for best dialogue went to Vishal Bharadwaj for "Ishqiya".

The Outstanding Achievement Award went to Sharmila Tagore.

Presenting her the award, Shabana Azmi said: "I am honoured to present this award to an actress for whom I have the highest regard - a path-breaker, achiever, a person who has been successful in every avatar she has chosen."

Dharmendra got the award for his half-century in Indian cinema.

Sharmilla Tagore said the award was "such a satisfying thing. It's fantastic. After Dharamji (who was honoured just before her), it is a tough act to follow".

She recalled Dharmendra's large heartedness when he agreed to a change of schedule for the shooting of a film when she had to "rush to Calcutta for personal reasons as Tiger (her husband) was in the West Indies".

For the first time at the IIFA, Star Plus channel presented the Hottest Pair award to Anushka Sharma and Ranvir Singh for which 15 million votes were cast online.

"Anushka, you make feel hot," said Ranvir, accepting the award in her company.

The first Green IIFA Award by Panasonic went to actress Priyanka Chopra.

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