AMITABH BACHCHAN'S MUCH TALKED ABOUT LETTER TO HIS GRANDDAUGHTERS

Being a woman in this big, bad world is not easy and Amitabh Bachchan knows it. Maybe that's why he has written such a heartfelt letter to his granddaughters, Navya and Aradhya. Though we think that this letter also has something to do with his upcoming movie, Pink, a courtroom drama which tells the story of three girls caught in a patriarchal society that blames women for all things wrong that happen to them.

The Bollywoodmegastar wrote a very personal and inspirational letter to the girls in which he tells them to make their own choices and not worry about what the world will think or who they shouldget married to. He tells Navya, 18, that even her big surname will not protect her from the difficulties that come with being a woman, while he gloomily tells Aaradhya, four, that he may not even be there by the time she is old enough to understand this letter.

But does he extend this mindsetto his daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan?

Reports claim that intimate scenes with Ranbir Kapoor in the teaser of Ae Di/ Hai Mushki/ have Amitabh Bachchan seeing red.

In the past, both AmitabhBachchan andAbhishek Bachchanshared the posters and trailers of Aishwarya Rai's previous two films,Jazbaa and Sarbjit, but not this time. Abhishek Bachcan put up a very supportive front andshared the teaser 'as a formality'. Amitabh, on the other hand, stuckto his guns and refused to budge from his decision of not sharing the link on his social media.

It is sad to see that someone who has writtensuch a heartfeltletter outlining the adversities that women face in this world and the need to stand against these hardships, is seen to be the one creating them in his own home. For someone who has been in the industry for decades, how does he not understand that if the story demands an intimatescene between the characters of the film there is a degree of professionalism that all actors (male and female) must possess anddo their job, irrespective of their personal lives.

Double standardsmuch, Big B?

IS SANJAY DUTT OUT OF WORK?

Ever since actor Sanjay Duttfnished his prison term in Pune'sYerwada in February, everyone is awaitinghis comeback film. However, six months down the lane, the57-year-old actor has not started shooting for even one project.

Currently, except for Marco Bhau, whose story andscreenplay isstill being worked on, he has nothing in hand except for the long- in-the planning Munnabhai. But with Rajkumar Hirani busy withthe biopic ofDutt starring Ranbir Kapoor, part three of Munnabhai will take time.

Richa Chadhatothe Rescue

In Melbourne recently, the actor was out shoppingone evening when a girl, the manager of the store, approachedRicha for help.She looked scared and on enquiring further, toldRichathat a guy in the store had been stalkingher and harassing her. On hearing this, Richa not onlydecidedto helpher, but also waited with her tilI it was time for the store to closefor the day. Afterthat, she took her outfor a quick bite and assured her that everything would be fine and she should lodge a complaint.

Richa says, "I was shockedto find an upset girl at the counter when I was shopping at Chapel Street. Since it was winter and it was getting deserted, I decidedto stick aroundtill the girl was done with work andthen took her out for asweettreat.She lodged a complaint the following day I think.It's shocking how this happens everywhere in the world."

VIRAT-ANUSHKASPOTTED IN PRAGUE

Anushka Sharma and beau Virat Kohli are enjoying some quiet time together in Prague. The Indian cricketer, who few to the CzechRepublicto spendsome qualitytime withhis actress girlfriend, were spotted on a long romantic stroll in the city.

The couple, who are reportedly giving their relationship a secondshot, were clicked byfans in Naplavka, a place popular for its fine dining restaurants and bars. Dressed in smart casuals, the couple were photographedengrossed in their conversation as they walked along the sidewalk.

BIG BAND AAMIR KHAN TO SHARETHESILVER SCREEN?

Reports suggestthat Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan will be seen working in Vijay Krishna Acharya's Thug. When asked whether this is true, Aamir neither confirmednor denied these reports. However, he looked excited at the prospect of sharing screen space with BigB.

Now Big B himself, in his latest interaction, confirmed the news saying, "It's a great honour and privilegeto be working with Aamir andto be working with Yashraj again and also to work with Victor. Ijust look forward to that moment. I don't know if I can talkmuch about the film at this moment.I haven't been given permission. All I can say is that it is a very exciting subject."

Willsmith Parties With Bollywood

India is a countrythatbelievesin Atithi Deva Bhava (guest akin to God). And Bollywood swears by it, or so it seems, thanks to their warm reception for Hollywoodstars visitingIndia. Most recently,actor Akshay Kumar hosted dinner at his Mumbai home for Hollywood actor WillSmith, and invited film buddies like VarunDhawan, Alia Bhatt, Arjun Kapoor, Karan Johar and Ranbir Kapoor.

But is there a more ulterior motive to these social interactions? A Bollywood insider claimsthatsocial gatherings like these help Indian celebs workon their image. He adds, "Bollywood stars are hungry for Hollywoodattention.This is why they make efforts to meet up these star diasporas of the world."

Sonam Launches

WORLD'S LARGEST LESSON PROGRAMME

Sonam Kapoor joined Gems Education, UNICEF, Reliance Group andthe Global Goals Campaign to launchthe World's Largest Lesson India programme on the occasion ofTeacher's Day in Gurgaon on September 5. The actresssays that a proper education can build a great future and lead a childto imbibe good qualities.

"The Worlds' Largest Lesson India" is a unique initiative which aims to teach everychild in India - nearly 360 million - a lesson about the United Nations Global Goals for Sustainable Development.

Speaking at the occasion, Sonam said how she is planningto finish her undergraduate degree at the age of 30 as she feels not finishing her schooling is her biggest regret.

"I am somebody who is very regretful ofthe factthatI didn't finish my school after 12th grade.Atthe age of30, I am trying to finish my undergrad,"she told while interacting withmembers present during the launch and with kids. It is refreshing to see the fashionista explore the education field for a change.

Koffee With Karan To Return With Fawad Khan As The First Guest

Filmmaker and television host Karan Johar is ready to return to the small screen with his coffeechats again andwe can hardly wait.The upcoming season ofKoffee withKaran won't open wth his mentor and best budShah Rukh Khan, insteadJohar's first episode will have his new favourite: Fawad Khan.

Fawad's popularity has been on a steady rise, he's been stealingthe show in every film he's been in.

We hear that almost every A-lister heroine has been pesteringJohar to be interviewed along with Fawad. As per most recent reports, he was considering atoss between Deepika Padukone and AliaBhatt.

RISHI KAPOOR TURNS 64, B-TOWN CELEBRATES

Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor turned64 onSeptember 4, and his friends and colleagues from the Hindi film industry have wished him a year full of love and happiness.

Andthe celebrities also had a special message for the Bobbystar.

The actor has been part of the industry for over four decades and has given hits like Mera NaamJoker, Bobby, Khel Khel Mein,Hum Kisise Kum Naheen, Karz and Prem Rog.

We wish him a very happy birthday and hope that the year ahead is not filled withmindlesstweets and comments.

SONAKSHl'S AKIRA MINTS OVER RS 1O CRORE IN TWO DAYS

ActressSonakshiSinha's action-packed avatar in Akira is having a steady run at the box-office.The film has amassedRs 10.45 crore in two days of its release.

On thefirstday, thefilm collected Rs5.15 crore andRs5.30 crore on the secondday. This gives it a total collection of is Rs 10.45 crore so far.

Presented by Fox StarStudios,Akira broughtSonakshi and Murugadoss together once again. He had previously directedSonakshi in the flm Holiday, which was a success at the box office.

The film seesSonakshi's character coming to Mumbai from Jodhpur, where she gets into atiff withthe goons ofthe college she enrolls in. The story is about herfightto come out of a case, where the college goons, a corrupt policemen

WHO WORE IT BETTER?

KANGANA RANAUT or KRIS JENNER in DOLCE & GABBANA?

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Looks like Sonakshi will be headed for huge box office collections again!

John Abraham Keen To Shoot Film In Arunachal Pradesh

Bollywood actorJohn Abraham, who has been named the brand ambassador of ArunachalPradeshTourism,sayshe wouldlike to shoot an entire film in the north-eastern state since he feels the region is alienated.

"I just told (State Tourism Secretary)

Dr Bedathat that I would like to shoot an entire film to Arunachal Pradesh. I am excitedto explore it and we are responsible as film makers and we hope it grows in the arena oftourism. Rangoon was shot there and we hope even we shoot our film there," saidJohn.

He further added, "Historically and geographically we have alienatedthe northeast from the rest of India.I think it's really sad.I think it is high time that we includethe northeast in India."

Perhaps in a movie with the Arunachal Pradesh as thesetting, we MAY just be able to take our eyes offthe hunk and focus on the scenery.

What Tweety Bird Told Us This Week

Matchthe stars with the following tweets:Priyanka Chopra, Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar, Shah Rukh Khan

I Write a letter because I wanted to !!

Coming yourway in2 mins!! #ADHM

WowLiam woreme outyest @jazmasri haha #more

City Sweet City. Feels sooo good to be home & we're back to the grind already @ShashankKhaitan here I come!!!!

#BadrinathKiDulhaniya

Might b switching from playing Pokemon Go 2 watching movies on the go. U wittoo,withthese superfast speeds on @Re/ianceJ/o #JioDigita/Life

And here comes Big Boss Season 10.

What's the chitchat between KATRINA KAIF and SIDHARTH MALHOTRA?

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What's STEPHANIE RICE saying here?

I don't need the pool, I'm making a big splash in my purple sari!

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Meena wins a ticket to A FlyingJatt