Genelia loves to be a T-girl
17
March
2010

Though Genelia D’ Souza’s fans may have been disappointed with the less number of films coming from the actress in Telugu, here is a good news for them this Ugadi.  The actress is reportedly mooting to do more number of Telugu movies this new year.

Currently, she is involved in the Ram Charan Tej film, which is directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar.  She is all too happy with the kind of role she portrays in the much-publicised movie.

Later, the actress will be doing another Telugu film, with a popular hero.  The details of the new project will be out soon.

Thus, by iterating her commitment to do more Tollywood in the coming months, Genelia has definitely gifted her fans oodles of good news this festive season.

Sunset always makes me pensive - Genelia
12
March
2010

Sunset always makes me pensive and the further I am from home, (I’m shooting in Australia at the moment), the more potent and overpowering is its effect on my mood, my thoughts and very recently my words — ever since I’ve started writing this column. There are people who romanticise sunset and turn it into the lover in whose arms they can spend the beginning of darkness; there are others that term sunset as one of the most beautiful sights nature has bestowed upon us. Beautiful it sure is, but a sunset is also Mother Nature’s very own double-edged sword.

Every sunset is a glaring reminder of things that come to an end. One day less to work harder to achieve my dreams, one day less to enjoy the excitement of a new city, one day less to devour good food, one day less to hear my mom say “I Love You” to me, one day less in the game of life.

The sunset helps you forget the day’s pains and start anew — its the bearer of eternal hope! It is interesting how everything that we do during the day transforms itself into a memory and how strange it is that with the rising sun, memories resurface. But for me, it is always the sun disappearing into the horizon that makes me remember things. It is always at sunset that I find myself connecting with myself. A sunset triggers in me a memory that either makes me smile wistfully or makes me nostalgic. It makes me tell myself, “If only for a day…”, and depending on whether it is a memory of something good or something bad, I feel this desire to either relive that day again and undo what I did wrong.

Sunsets make me feel responsible for the past that shaped my present and my present that is sculpting my future. I remember as a little girl, my mom would often tell me to make a wish upon the setting sun. Wishes made upon the setting sun come true it is said. So today, as I look at the setting sun from my window, I think of all the things that I wish to be and my eyes close on that thought…I smile…I wish…I wish upon a wish-bearer — the fading sun — that at this minute is observed by millions of people, but at the same time is giving me my very own moment of peace, love and hope for tomorrow.

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John, Genelia, Abhay Deol – In new roles
18
February
2010

B-town’s youth icons John Abraham, Genelia D’souza and Abhay Deol will be seen in new avatars all around hereon… The three actors have been pulled in by the brand LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. (LGEIL) as its brand ambassadors for LG Mobile phones in India.

As brand ambassadors, John Abraham, Genelia D’Souza and Abhay Deol will play a key role creating connect for the brand with the consumers.

The first campaign to release in quarter one of 2010, LG Mobiles will be targeting to gain double digits among the young Indian consumers.

Talking about this association, Abhay Deol said, “I always stand for what I believe; be it professional or personal life. Brand LG has always been a personal favourite and when I was approached for these elegant and stylish mobile phones, I was very excited. These phones come with the perfect bundle of offerings that any youngster would want and is a perfect fit with me!”

Actor John Abraham said, “I love the networking concept in LG phones. I believe in togetherness, sharing, networking and am a completely hooked on to these social networking sites which help me keep in touch with family and friends. The new range of LG phones makes it extremely convenient by offering whatever one needs and nothing which we don’t!!”

“LG mobile phones are trendy, stylish, funky and chic; just the way I am. It is an honour to be associated with LG mobile phones. The mobile phones are so conveniently designed that it makes it user friendly and simple to operate,” said Genelia D’Souza.

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Flirt with a ‘fringe’
8
February
2010

Right from international red carpets and fashion ramps to our desi silver screen, beauties are taking to the fringe like a fish does to water. And why not? As hairstylist Sapna Bhawnani says, the fringe is the best way to change your look within minutes without having to chop off those tresses you’ve been desperately trying to grow.

This trend of the late 70s and early 80s, has a strong advocate in Bipasha Basu. The sexy actress has been sporting a fringe for quite a while now and, we must say, it perfectly suits her face. “A lot of young girls walk into the parlour and ask for the Bipasha look,” admits Sapna.

The young actress Genelia, who wears a fringe in her latest film Chance Pe Dance, also seems to have fallen in love with it, ‘coz of late the fringed look is what Genelia’s been seen wearing to a number of parties and red carpet events recently. Manzoor Khan, the man who styled her sexy look, says, “Genelia’s oval face makes the fringe a perfect choice for her. Also, it has worked to add a bit of softness to her face.”

Other actresses who’ve been seen in the fringed look of late are Kangna Ranaut, Koyna Mitra, Minissha Lamba and Koel Puri. Among the international faces popularising the fringe are troubled star Lindsay Lohan, singer Katy Perry and sexy mum of two, Nicole Richie.

You can choose from two variations of the fringe. There’s the side fringe, which runs down one side of the forehead, and the front fringe which is combed down and often brushes the eyes. “The side sweep comes down the cheekbone and suits a lot of people,” says celeb stylist Dilshad Pastakia who believes the fringe itself softens the face and brings out the eyes in women. “You have to be either old or very young to carry off a fringe,” adds Dilshad. “Also remember, it’s a problem to maintain a fringe, so don’t go in for it if your hair is curly and permed – that looks terrible. You need straight, textured hair. And the fringe suits women with oval faces, broad foreheads and nice, big eyes.”

Agreeing with her is hot stylist Baku Meherji who says that the fringe gives a young and fresh look. “It doesn’t suit very rounded faces,” says Baku, “but goes well with oval, slightly longish and sharp faces. Girls are coming in a lot for this look. But remember, a fringe is high maintenance, it needs to be trimmed often, because when the hair grows it starts troubling the eyes.”

And here’s a warning from all stylists. Like other fashion trends, ensure that the fringe will suit your face before you get one. “Check with your stylist if it suits you,” suggests Baku. Dilshad adds, “Unless you have a hairline that comes naturally down, don’t get a fringe.” While Manzoor advises, “Don’t just get it because everyone else has it.”

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Coca-Cola to start marketing campaign for ‘Fanta’
6
February
2010

New Delhi, February 4: Coca Cola India said it will kick off a new marketing campaign next week featuring its brand ambassador and actress Genelia D Souza for its soft drink brand ‘Fanta’ for the upcoming Holi festival.

“The strategic initiative being rolled out across North, Central and Western India, aims to further extend Fanta’s market leadership in the fruit-flavored sparkling beverage segment,” Coca-Cola India Marketing Director- Flavours Srinivas Murthy said in a statement.

According to industry estimates, the Indian carbonated drink market is around Rs 7,500 crore, of which 54 per cent of is the fruit-flavoured drink market. It is largely dominated by Fanta, Sprite and Limca from Coca-Cola, besides Pepsico’s Mirinda and 7Up. The company said the new television commercial ‘Holi Hai! Toh Dikhao Apne Asli Rang’, featuring actress Genelia D Souza, will be on air from February 8.

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