Deepika Padukone ‘The People’s Queen’

According to a recent survey conducted online Deepika Padukone has been declared as the most searched-for actress across various search engines.

Deepika has been hitting the news and acquiring new titles, expanding her list of achievements incessantly. 2013 for her has been a list of blockbusters such as ‘Race 2’, ‘Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani’ and the recent ‘Chennai Express’ boasting her mark as the first actress to have a hat-trick in a single year. Surpassing the 500crore mark with ‘Chennai Express’ she now has Sanjay Leela Bansali’s ‘Ram Leela and ‘Kochadaiiyaan’ with Rajinikant lined up. Both upcoming movies have already left a wave of their presence on the web world. One of the most coveted actresses in Bollywood, it is no surprise that she tops the list as the most searched-for person.

Her string of titles including World’s Sexiest Woman (FHM), Most Desirable Woman (TOI), Most Fashionable Star (Filmfare) and now with the most searched-for actress online, she for sure has left the public enchanted. With a smile that lights up the silver screen and eyes that leave all mesmerized, Deepika’s recent hat-trick has set a wide gap between her and her rivals. Acting skills, 3 record-breaking hits in a year, stunning looks and devotedly crazy fans, this Bollywood actress truly has it all.

NEW POSTER: Ramleela

NEWS: ShahRukh Khan to put Deepika's name first

NEWS: ShahRukh Khan to put Deepika's name first

On the occasion of Woman’s Day, King Khan gave a pleasant surprise to his leading lady Deepika
Padukone. The superstar announced that starting from Chennai Express; all his films will have the
leading ladies’ names appearing before his in the credit titles.

In Chennai Express, Deepika will be sharing screen space with Shah Rukh Khan for the second time
after her big debut against the superstar in Om Shanti Om. She gladly acknowledged the senior actor’s
chivalrous gesture, "small thoughts bring about big changes. It's a wonderful initiative not to prove that
women are more powerful than men but to create awareness that men and women are equal in all fields
and professions. Shahrukh has always believed woman are equal...not only in the way he interacts
with us but also in his films. I've experienced that first hand with Om Shanti Om and now on Chennai
Express,and I believe this gesture of his is an extension on that.Thank you Shah." And this, probably,
resolves the rumor hounding their fans about their tiff!!

FIRST LOOK: Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in YEH JAWAANI HAI DEEWANI

NEWS: 'Race 2' collects Rs.79.6 crore in first week

'Race 2' collects Rs.79.6 crore in first week

Abbas-Mustan's action thriller "Race 2" has raked in Rs.79.6 crore net in its opening week at the domestic box-office. The film is also minting money in the overseas market.

Co-produced by UTV Motion Pictures and Ramesh Taurani of Tips Films, "Race 2" had earned Rs.51.35 crore over first weekend. In the following days, film earned Rs.7.5 crore Monday, Rs.6.5 crore Tuesday, Rs.5.75 crore Wednesday, Rs.5 crore Thursday and Rs.3.5 crore Friday.

The first-week total on the domestic box office sums up to Rs.79.6 crore, while in the international market, "Race 2" grossed over $4.25 million in its opening week.

Made for Rs.60 crore, the film features an ensemble cast of Saif Ali Khan, John Abraham, Deepika Padukone, Jacqeline Fernandez, Anil Kapoor and Ameesha Patel

NEWS: Workaholic Deepika

NEWS: Workaholic Deepika

Actress Deepika Padukone has been working on back-to-back movie projects, with barely any time for herself. But she seems to be enjoying the busy schedules.

She has a number of movies lined up for release this year - "Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani", "Chennai Express", "Ram Leela" and "Kochadaiyaan".

After finishing promotions for her recently released "Race 2", she is now busy shooting for her next movie "Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani" in Kashmir.

"Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani" is directed by Ayan Mukherjee. She plays the lead role opposite Ranbir Kapoor.

She is also simultaneously shooting for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Ram Leela" and has just wrapped up Rohit Shetty's "Chennai Express".

Movie Review: RACE 2

Movie Review: RACE 2

‘Race 2’ has every ingredient of an Abbas Mustan flick. It’s got oodles of glamour, scorching style, sleek Bond-ish heroes, gorgeous ladies, characters with more than fifty shades of grey, some enjoyable background music, talks of yachts, and oh boy - some cars, and overshadowing every other thing – money! 

The story involves casinos, generous numbers of Audis – which at times make you wonder whether or not the film is a giant commercial for the car brand. There’s actually a cleverly-put-in sentence promoting a model of the car too. 

People in this film speak of money in millions and billions of Euros – to a point where you stop working out the zeroes in the figures. The style quotient is so much in the film that even in the pouring rain, and sobbing in front of a grave, Saif cannot take his glares off. 

There are twists and turns, some extra-longwinding chase scenes which could definitely have been shortened, and action. The film – apart from the amount of money put in constructing it bit by bit, and its action sequences – is actually nothing. It is very glittery, making it blinding at times. And yes, betrayal is survival – every bit so.

Saif gets to mouth some of the best dialogues in the two and a half hours of blasts and twists and turns. Sample a few: Ranvir saying, “Revenge is a dish best served cold”, “Race humesha meri hi thi aur meri hi rahegi… (The race was always mine, and will always be mine…)”, and the like. 

When it comes to acting, barring Ameesha Patel, most have lived up to their roles. Saif, reprising Ranveer’s role from the original, does a great job this time too. John Abraham’s character is painted in the darker shades of grey, and Action Abraham plays the cold-blooded Arman Malik well. He tries hard to provide his character with the required depth and succeeds mostly. Deepika’s acting skills are going up with every single film of hers. If in ‘Cocktail’ she played the carefree Veronica to the hilt, here she ups her performance with the shrewd Eleana. Jaqueline Fernandez has some really stylish fencing and archery scenes in the film – only that their purpose evades the senses. Anil Kapoor in his fruit-loving Robert D’Costa avatar justifies the role completely. 

An almost blink-and-miss cameo by Bipasha Basu is the basic premise of the film, and the lady doesn’t disappoint. The supporting cast of Aditya Pancholi and Rajesh Khattar play along well. As for Ameesha Patel, enough said already.

Salim-Sulaiman’s background score matches the high-octane action scenes completely and is a huge advantage for the story – without it, the film might have been a pretty damp affair. Music director Pritam has a song for every drop of a hat. 

The most famous song of the film, ‘Allah duhai hai’, ironically, comes across as unintentionally funny – and placed at a moment which makes it so. ‘Be intehaa’ in Atif Aslam and Sunidhi Chauhan’s voice is an enjoyable one. The music of the film is mostly for moments when you have a party on your mind – literally. 

The film is defined by its well defined and crazy action sequences – and a lot of it. Shiraz Ahmed’s story doesn’t come across as the most defining feature of the film: blame the excessive action for that. The film is left open-ended, and – I can bet anything on this – there’s a sequel to this one coming up soon. The story isn’t able to keep one glued to the screen: your attention sways from not-enjoyable to boring several times.

In all, ‘Race 2’ is a grand display of money. The adrenaline-pumping action is the plus point of the film, but too much of that does no good to it. Two and a half stars from me for this Friday’s ‘expensive’ release.

Race 2, pale compare to Race

FIRST LOOK: Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone in Sanjay Leela Bansali's RAM LEELA

FIRST LOOK: Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone in Sanjay Leela Bansali's RAM LEELA

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Ram Leela’ poster, a hit

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s much anticipated movie ‘Ram Leela’ has launched its first poster

amidst much fan fare. The film stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, produced by

Bhansali Productions Pvt Ltd and Eros International, Ram Leela will hit the silver screen on

29th November, 2013.

Deepika Padukone surprised all her fans, when the talented actor tweeted about the

release of the poster. The poster is very ethnic, attractive and is already become the talk

of the town. The poster displays Ranveer holding Deepika as they stand on a heap of guns.

The dusk background and the effective colors make the lead pair standout. The poster is a

brilliant package put together and Deepika and Ranveer look stunning. The tagline of the

film reads ‘Goliyon Ki Rasleela’ is very catchy and has left the audiences guessing about the

film. Reputed critic Anupama Chopra tweeted saying , “Really like the first poster of Ram

Leela. Looking forward to Bollywood opera - as only Sanjay Leela Bhansali can make it!

(sic).”

The plot of the story has been kept under wraps, generating further curiosity among the

audiences. The poster launch has created quite a stir on the digital platforms and fans and

audiences are enthusiastically talking about the poster and ‘Ram Leela’ is already trending

on top social platforms.

Here is what fans have to say.

@ManchLov: Ram leela on 29th Nov... Excited... All the best in advance for a huge success...

@benishka2010: @deepikapadukone only u epitomizes Indian woman out f d current bollywood

Actresses. Ram Leela poster is epic.I m falling in luv wid Leela !

@ ShivaDutta2: @deepikapadukone Deepika u look so stuning in d 1st poster of #Ram Leela

PHOTO: Race 2 Movie Team Press Meet

NEWS: Deepika Padukone promotes 'Race 2' in Dubai

Actress Deepika Padukone, along with the star cast of her upcoming film "Race 2", are in Dubai Wednesday to promote the high-paced action thriller.

Attending the full day event in Dubai will be Deepika, Saif Ali Khan, John Abraham, Anil Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez and Ameesha Patel, said a statement.

The actors will attend the press conference with the crew of the film followed by a meet and greet with the stars at Arabian Centre. Later in the evening, the actors will enjoy a sit down dinner at The Meydan Hotel.

Deepika is personally managing online marketing and promotions of "Race 2". She was the first one to launch the film's poster and logo on the digital space and is thrilled with the response that she has received so far.

NEWS: 'Race 2' to release in over 50 countries

Abbas-Mustan's action-thriller "Race 2" is set to release in more than 50 countries, including Morocco and Vietnam.

It releases Jan 25.

"We have planned a massive international release for 'Race 2'. The film will be released in more than 50 countries. After many years, a Hindi movie will see a simultaneous release in Morocco in four to five screens, including theatres in Casablanca and Marrakech," said Amrita Pandey, executive director, Syndication, International Distribution and Disney Media Distribution, Studios, Disney UTV.

"Newer territories like Myanmar, East Timor, Maldives and Vietnam (with as many as seven screens) are also in our release plan. There is very high anticipation and for this sequel from the 'Race' franchise, and we are excited!" Pandey added in a statement.

Co-produced by UTV Motion Pictures and TIPS Industries, "Race 2" is the sequel to 2008 film "Race". The film features Saif Ali Khan, John Abraham, Anil Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Jacqueline Fernandez and Ameesha Patel in prominent roles.

NEWS: Deepika spends time with family, thanks to Ranveer

Actress Deepika Padukone can't thank her "Ram Leela" co-star Ranveer Singh enough for giving her time off to visit her parents for the New Year.

Each year Deepika likes to be with her family at this time of the year. However, this year she was committed to shoot for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Ram Leela" with Ranveer.

Ranveer has lately been running from the sets of "Ram Leela" in Gujarat to the sets of "Gunday" in Kolkata. The actor injuried himself on the sets of "Gunday", which eventually affected Bhansali's "Ram Leela" also.

"Ranveer Singh was shooting simultaneously for 'Gunday' and 'Ram Leela'. In fact, the whiskered look that he sports for Sanjay Bhansali's film has been incorporated into his personality in 'Gunday' for the want of a choice. Remember back in 1969 how Rajesh Khanna's bearded look in 'Ittefaq' had to be incorporated into 'Do Raaste' as the superstar shot simultaneously for both," said a source.

Bhansali was all set to complete the shooting of some dramatic scenes between Ranveer and Deepika, but Ranveer's accident forced the director to postpone the shoot.

And Deepika has quietly taken off to Bangalore to be with her family.

First Look: CHENNAI EXPRESS

NEWS: Shah Rukh makes me feel special: Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone, who made a dream debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in the 2007 movie "Om Shanti Om", reunites with the superstar on screen for "Chennai Express" and says the two are closer now.

"I feel Shah Rukh is still the same. He is as talented as he was (then). Now I have got even closer to him than before. You never get bored with him! He always makes me feel special," Deepika said.

The actress is busy juggling commitments for her two films, "Chennai Express" and "Ram Leela".

"For 'Chennai Express', we are shooting in the outskirts of Mumbai, and 'Ram Leela' will be shot in Mumbai, Gujarat and Rajasthan," she said.

"Ram Leela" is a project by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and Deepika features opposite Ranveer Singh in it.

New still from Chennai Express

NEWS: 'Yeh Jawaani...' character closer to my real self: Deepika

Actress Deepika Padukone, whose performance as Veronica was highly appreciated in "Cocktail", says her character in her upcoming film "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" is more close to her real self.

"Actually 'Yeh Jawani...' is very similar to me in person like Veronica was not. I think Veronica, as a character, as a person is very different from how I am personally but 'Yeh Jawani...' is very similar to how I am," the 27-year-old said here Sunday at the Big Star Entertainment Awards.

Directed by Ayan Mukerji, "Yeh Jawaan Hai Deewani" also stars Ranbir Kapoor and Kalki Koechlin.

Asked about her supposed tussle with actress Anushka Sharma, Deepika said, "There is no truth to this and I always wish her well."

Apparently, the two actresses are vying for the lead role opposite Salman Khan in "Kick", which has led to a tussle between Anushka and Deepika.

VIDEO: Be Intehaan - RACE 2

RACE 2 comes out with a beautiful track featuring Saif Ali Khan and Deepika Padukone called "BE INTEHAAN" sung by Atif Aslam

NEWS: 'Race 2' has been a great experience: Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone says the action-packed "Race 2" also has dollops of glamour, and says shooting for it has been a great experience.

"It has been great. 'Race 2' has been a wonderful journey for me. I am very proud of it. The movie is an action thriller, but it also has a lot of glamour. The first film of the franchise did well too," Deepika said on the sidelines of the launch of a new skin cream BB by Garnier, here Friday.

The actress says the movie is important to her, and she will readily devote adequate time to its promotions.

"'Race 2' is very important to me, and even its promotion is very important as well," she said.

Deepika says she shares a good camaraderie with her "Race 2" co-actors; Saif Ali Khan and John Abraham.

"Saif and I have worked before so that comfort level comes. The same is true for John too," she said.

About her beauty secrets, the actress says she often uses natural tricks to make her skin look beautiful.

"I believe that less is more. So a healthy diet, drinking lots of water and adequate sleep really helps. All these things reflect positively on your skin," she said.

Talking about brand endorsements, she said that she ensures that every brand she decides to endorse is an extension of her personality.

"I believe that every brand which I endorse has to be an extension of my personality and it has to come naturally," she said.

NEWS: Deepika Padukone has not replaced Priyanka Chopra

Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra are the face of same skin care brand, Garnier!

Both successful beauties are face of different categories of the same brand. Its very rare for two stars of this stature to be face of same brand.

While Priyanka Chopra who was previously seen endorsing certain category of products. Deepika Padukone will be seen endorsing a completely new product that would be a category creator meant for the modern Indian woman.

Contrary to rumors Deepika Padukone has not replaced Priyanka Chopra. In fact both campaigns will be seen together.

NEWS: Deepika Padukone – the new face of Garnier

Deepika has bagged yet another huge brand in her kitty. Garnier Skin Naturals, a pioneer and driver

of innovation in the skincare market in India has announced Deepika Padukone as the new face of

the brand.

Deepika endorses a completely new product that would be a category creator meant for the modern

Indian woman. Speaking on her association with the brand, Deepika said, “I’m already a fan of

Garnier’s skincare range and it is an honor to now be associated with the brand. Garnier has done

some phenomenal work in the beauty space. Through my association with Garnier I hope to help

women across the country obtain the perfect looking skin they’re all in search off!”

Deepika has a strong connect with the youth and that is definitely why she is endorsing one of the

top skin care brands of the nation. Garnier is thrilled to have roped in Deepika to represent their brand.

Commenting on signing Deepika to endorse the brand, Nathalie Gerschtein, General Manager,

Garnier at L’Oreal India Pvt. Ltd. said, “We are thrilled to have Deepika as the ambassador on

Garnier Skin Naturals. She represents the young, contemporary and intelligent Indian woman who

is well aware of her skin care needs and will take the right measures to keep it beautiful and healthy

at all times. Besides embodying a classic essence of natural beauty Deepika is a complete style and

beauty icon for the Indian youth. She therefore fits in perfectly with the brand’s philosophy to be

comfortable in your own skin and to ‘Take Care’.”