Abhishek to fly to London for Karwa Chauth and Aishwarya's birthday

Doting hubby Abhishek Bachchan is all set to fly to London for wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's birthday.

He will also celebrate 'Karwa Chauth' with his lovely wifey in London. The Bachchan couple are very particular about celebrating this festival. While they celebrated it at the Bachchan residence last year, the handsome couple celebrated it via Skype the year before that. It is safe to say that neither distance nor work commitments can keep this couple from getting together on Karwa Chauth. 

Ash, who turns a year older on November 1, is currently shooting for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil in London along with Ranbir Kapoor and Karan Johar.

Abhishek will be flying tonight and will join Ash and Aaradhya in London. The lovely family will celebrate the occasion there and then resume shooting for their respective Films.

While Abhishek will begin shooting for Hera Pheri 3, Ash will complete the shoot for ADHM.

Sweet we say!

Source:http://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/343934/exclusive-abhishek-fly-london-wife-aishwaryas-birthday

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to appear back-to-back in two Sujoy Ghosh films

After making her comeback with Sanjay Gupta's "Jazbaa", Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has signed a series of movies with popular filmmakers.

Recently, she confirmed that she has signed up for two of Sujoy Ghosh's films, back-to-back.

"I've agreed to do Sujoy's 'Durga Rani' and the screen adaptation of Keigo Huganshino's Japanese novel 'The Devotion Of Suspect X'. I don't know which one he will start first. We are working on that," Bollywood Hungama quoted Aishwarya as saying.

"I've known Sujoy from the time he made his first film 'Jhankar Beats'. He has been offering me films since then. I loved the two films that he offered me now. So I said yes to them," she added.

The former Miss World is also in the news for working with Sanjay Leela Bhansali again. The duo has created wonders in the past with their films – "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam", "Guzaarish" and "Devdas".

"Sanjay has spoken to me about a film. I can't reveal details, but it would be something special. Isn't it always special with Sanjay?" Aishwarya told DNA.

"With Bhansali, my connection is karmic. On the sets, we connect without talking. I know exactly what he wants me to do in every scene before he explains it. I can't wait to work with him again," she further said.

After her latest flick "Jazbaa", the Bachchan Bahu will start shooting for Karan Johar's "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil". For the first time, she will star opposite Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma. The film will be released next year during Diwali.

The former Miss World will also play the role of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh's sister Dalbir Kaur in director Omung Kumar's biopic on Sarabjit, who died in a Pakistan jail in May 2013. The film will be released on 20 May, 2016.

Source:http://www.ibtimes.co.in/aishwarya-rai-bachchan-appear-back-back-two-sujoy-ghosh-films-651850

It’s always special with Sanjay, says Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Every screen outing for the Aishwarya Rai Bachchan-Sanjay Leela Bhansalicombination has been one that fans have cherished — Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam,Devdas and Guzaarish. The two begin work on yet another project together.

Laughs Aishwarya joyfully, “Yes, Sanjay has spoken to me about a film. I can’t reveal details, But it would be something special. Isn’t it always special with Sanjay?”

Aishwarya recalls how she would constantly be reminded of SLB while working with Sanjay Gupta in her comeback film Jazbaa. Says the actress, “Then, to keep them apart in my mind, I decided to call Sanjay Gupta ‘Gups’ like everyone else does. With Bhansali, my connection is karmic. On the sets, we connect without talking. I know exactly what he wants me to do in every scene before he explains it. I can’t wait to work with him again.”

Source:http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-it-s-always-special-with-sanjay-says-aishwarya-rai-bachchan-2138127

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan talks about her weight gain

Our current issue that’s on stands right now has one of Hindi film industry’s most celebrated stars of all times – Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Such is her mesmerizing beauty that no camera can ever do justice to those stunning aquamarine eyes and that world famous Venus face. She’s a goddess on our pages and she exudes a certain divinity every time the camera goes flash. And as exclusive as the photo spread, are her straight from the heart answers. In a candid chat with Editor Jitesh Pillaai, the actress has spoken vastly about motherhood, being the Bachchan bahu, her recently released comeback film and the complexities of being a celeb. 

And unabashed and full of fire, this is what she had to say about here post pregnancy weight gain hullabaloo.

“I didn’t over think the fact that I had put on weight. I didn’t do anything as expected of someone who came with all the adages as me. Model beauty, titleholder, glamorous, Cannes, brands... There’s a lot of glamour and a lot of visual that is attached to me. But I stayed committed to my reality. If my body did go through this change, so be it. I didn’t play into the stereotype of what is possible. It’s an individual choice if people decide to go under the knife. I had access to that but I chose not to. I was genuinely comfortable in my skin and I got recognition along the way. Women who met me publicly, thanked me for the fact that I was giving them strength to be comfortable with the natural change. Hormonally anything can happen to a woman, your body can go through change and it’s important to remain comfortable and not let it affect your psychologically.  My comfort and my conviction to just say true, in turn, gave strength to so many women. Suddenly, it’s okay to put on weight. It’s okay that your body changes physically from health reasons or otherwise and it’s okay to choose to dress the way you want to.’’

Source:http://www.filmfare.com/news/aishwarya-rai-bachchan-talks-about-her-weight-gain-10844.html

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's adorable selfie with daughter Aaradhya

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who has made a perfect comeback with Sanjay Gupta's "Jazbaa", has been captured in a selfie with her daughter Aaradhya.

Last week, a special screening was held for "Jazbaa" and it was Aishwarya's last day with her team.

Thus, the cast and crew had a selfie session and one of pictures featured the actress with her daughter Aaradhya.

Several pictures of Aaradhya with her mother Aishwarya snapped at airports and other events have surfaced in the past, but there are some rare selfies of the two as well.

In the picture, Aishwarya is seen holding Aaradhya who is smiling for the photo. The photo also features Aishwarya's mother.

Along with the three generation of beauties, "Jazbaa" crew members -- including Mickey Contractor, Aastha Sharma and Archana Sadanand -- are also featured in the selfie.

Source:http://www.ibtimes.co.in/aishwarya-rai-bachchans-adorable-selfie-daughter-aaradhya-photo-650112

Jazbaa movie review: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's green return gift to Bollywood

Sanjay Gupta's Jazbaa has had the audience's attention since the day the film was announced. And it was revealed that this was the film Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had chosen to return to the big screen with. However, Jazbaa is a lukewarm comeback for Rai Bachchan. The day the trailer released, people had their doubts about the film, and the film's release just justified those doubts. But more on that later.


Advocate Anuradha Verma (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan) is a single mother, whose daughter Sanaya is kidnapped from school. Not delving into the shoddy security of the school, Anuradha receives a call from a 'Private Number' after the police reach her house for their investigation. Not surprisingly, Verma is given an address and a task. Police officer Yohan (Irrfan) is suspended on corruption charges. He requests his school buddy Anu to fight for him. But of course, the task given by the kidnapper keeps her busy. She has to fight the case of a rapist and murderer inside the courtroom to ensure her daughter is safe. Thus begins the (over)emotional ride called Jazbaa.
Aishwarya's Anuradha is sincere and believable as both the lawyer whose sole aim in life is to win her case, and as the grieving mother. As Sanaya's mother, Aishwarya is extremely melodramatic and OTT, though. Sanjay Gupta makes good use of the camera to focus on Ash's arresting eyes. As Yohan, the cop-off-duty, Irrfan tries and stays true to his role. The dialogues he is made to mouth, though, are downright painful. And physically so. Sample this: "Neend mashooka ki tarah hoti hai, waqt na do to rooth ke chali jaati hai aur phir manana mushkil hota hai". The 'rishton mein bharosa aur mobile mein network' one has been dissected to the core right when the trailer was released, so not going there again.
The filmmakers deserve a standing ovation for getting together a strong supporting cast comprising veterans like Shabana Azmi and Jackie Shroff. Shabana is convincing in her role of Garima Choudhary; Jackie's accent puts one off. Siddhanth Kapoor's few-minute-long role is commendable. Chandan Roy Sanyal gets his killer act bang on.
The problem with Jazbaa lies in the overdose of melodrama and dialogues that make your ears bleed. The story isn't really anything to be praised here given that the film is an official remake of the Korean thriller Seven Days. The amount of green that is used in Jazbaa can make anyone crave for anything not-green by the time he or she exits the theatre.


One aspect that works in favour of the film is its run-time. In two hours, Jazbaa does raise some pertinent questions about the way justice is (un)delivered in the country. The music doesn't bother. The ghazal Jaane Tere Shehar Ka stands out among the rest.
In all, Jazbaa is not quite the re-entry to Bollywood Aishwarya's fans had been expecting. But she does do a largely good job of nailing her mother-in-distress act... when not screaming her lungs out or weeping her eyes out, that is. Watch Jazbaa for the performances.

Source:http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/jazbaa-movie-review-aishwarya-rai-bachchans-green-return-gift-to-bollywood-jazbaa-review-film-review-release-irrfan-sanjay-gupta/1/494407.html

There was no time for the preparations for 'Jazbaa': Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will be seen doing some daring stunts in her comeback film 'Jazbaa', but the actress says it's not an action entertainer.

"The action is just a section of it. It's not an action film," Aishwarya said during a media interaction here to promote 'Jazbaa'.

In the film, Aishwarya is plays a lawyer and a mother, threatened to fight the case of a criminal, who is guilty of rape and murder.

On being asked about how she prepared herself for the character, she said: "There was no time for the preparations. It was like go to the sets and jump to shoot. I am glad that I was able to do that."

Directed by Sanjay Gupta, 'Jazbaa' has received a U/A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification and is set to release this Friday. It also stars Irrfan Khan, Shabana Azmi and Jackie Shroff among others.

Source:http://www.ibnlive.com/news/movies/there-was-no-time-for-the-preparations-for-jazbaa-aishwarya-rai-bachchan-1148846.html

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Didn't 'Carry' Jazbaa Character's Angst Home

Stunning in a House of CB dress and Tom Ford Jacket, actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was in Delhi to promote her latest film Jazbaa. It's been five years since she last made a movie and the actress said, "I really didn't realize it had been that long, I kept saying okay, another two months, and it just kept getting extended but, well, here we are."

Aishwarya, who was to initially start with Mani Ratnam's film, clarified that the director made another film instead and "there was Jazbaa too and we said let's start with it."

It was the narrative which prompted the actress to sign up for the film. "You know, when Sanjay Gupta narrated the script, I told him that Irrfan Khan would be the perfect Yohan and Shabanaji ideal for the role she now plays. Within a week Sanjay said they are on. It was as if Jazbaa was meant to be," Ash revealed.

"Yes, it's tough being a working mom, my day starts early. I would drop Aaradhya to play school. 24 hours in a day are not enough but it's a regular job and being a mom's all about juggling work. It's no different at home," she said.

"Being mom helped me play Anuradha Verma better. Five years ago if I had done this film, I would have tried to channel myself. Motherhood brings with it additional fears but I was Anuradha and going through her angst on the sets. I don't carry work back home," she added.

So, has Aaradhya seen her 'mama ' on TV?

Aishwarya said, laughing, "I am a very basic mom. The TV remote is never in Aaradhya's hand, but yes if she sees posters of us at the airport, she does say, 'is that you?' She is aware about movies though she has never watched an entire film but I do tell her that we make movies."

Next week, Aishwarya will join the cast of Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. The actress said, "It's unlike a Karan Johar film. As actors, we look forward to doing different things and challenging ourselves, and the directors have so much to offer these days." She added with a laugh, "See I am now saying it on national TV. There is a story by Vishal Bhardwaj which has both Irrfan and me interested."

About co-star Irrfan, she said, "It's the sheer brilliance of his talent and one hopes there are more films to do with an actor like him."

As actresses like Kangana Ranaut insist on pay parity, Aishwarya says 'a reality check is required' and that 'pay parity is going to take long, very long.'

Meanwhile, Jazbaa releases on October 9.

Source:http://movies.ndtv.com/bollywood/aishwarya-rai-bachchan-didnt-carry-jazbaa-characters-angst-home-1227851

Does Aishwarya Rai Bachchan regret not doing 'Bajirao Mastani'?

Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who was earlier supposed to play Mastani in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Bajirao Mastani", says she does not regret not being a part of the magnum opus project. Considered as his dream project, Bhansali was keen to castSalman Khan and Aishwarya after the success of his home production "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" in 1999.

On being asked about the upcoming film, which now stars Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, the 41-year-old actress said, "Even at the start of this movie ('Bajirao Mastani'), there was a certain casting that he was looking for. If that was to come to be... you all know that there was a possibility of me being 'Mastani' if there was a certain Bajirao (referring to Salman) he was trying to cast. "But if that did not come to be then we had openly talked about it. It is not something to think over... fret over. Every film has its destiny and finds the way it is meant to be," Aishwarya told PTI.

The "Guru" actress, who will be seen after a gap of five years in Sanjay Gupta's "Jazbaa", said she even teased Bhansali on finally getting "Bajirao Mastani" in place. Aishwarya and Bhansali have earlier teamed up to deliver hits "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" and "Devdas". On her equation with Bhansali, she said, "It is a very close bond that I share with him and because of that creativity we share close personal bond. My relationship with certain filmmakers is personally strong. And it is not only about work," she said. 

Source:http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-does-aishwarya-rai-bachchan-regret-not-doing-bajirao-mastani-2131346