Bollywood Celebs Who Just Don't Stop

They don’t entertain anymore. They don’t work the box office. Yet, they won’t give up on their non-existent careers There are stars the audience just can’t get enough of. And then there are those who are directed to the gallows week after week by critics and box-office figures alike. Yet, they go about their business, believing that they are actually entertaining people.
Their self-motivation is why they deserve to be on this list. Here’s a light-hearted, tongue-in-cheek tribute to eight indomitable spirits of Bollywood:

1. Ram Gopal Varma (director-producer-writer)
Last directed: The Attacks Of 26/11, Bhoot Returns (2012), Department (2012)
Upcoming: Satya 2

In the blinding glare of the limelight, many stars tend to forget their humble beginnings, but not Ramu. That’s why, despite having produced and directed flops after flops in the recent years, he continues to hold on to his blockbuster past, during which he directed iconic films like Rangeela (1995), Satya (1998) and Company (2002). Although that time has long past, Ram Gopal Varma ki aag is not easily extinguished.

2. Minissha Lamba (actor)
last seen in: Zilla Ghaziabad, Joker (2012), Hum Tum Shabana (2011)
Upcoming: Hungame Pe Hungama

Nothing is impossible — that’s the lesson for those who have watched Minissha Lamba survive in this film industry. Despite having starred (we’re consciously avoiding the word ‘acted’ here) in a series of forgettable roles, she was miraculously invited to walk the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in 2011, for the premiere of Woody Allen’s Midnight In Paris. And that, there, as the highlight of her fictional career of eight-odd years.

3. Ameesha Patel (actor)
last seen in: Shortcut Romeo, Race 2, Chatur Singh Two Star (2011)
Upcoming: Bhaiyyaji Superhitt, Desi Magic

Ameesha Patel must be a fan of American author Byron Katie’s work. That’s probably why she takes the writer’s saying — “It’s not your job to like me, it’s mine” — so
seriously. So what if she’s everything that a star aspires not to be? She can plant stories about herself and her imaginary lover boy in the news; and she can afford to plaster her face on massive hoardings around the city.

If that isn’t determination, we don’t know what is.

4. Mallika Sherawat (actor)
last seen in: Kismat Love Paisa Dilli (2012), Tezz (2012)
Upcoming: Dirty Politics

It’s not easy to stand out in an industry so packed with actresses willing to go as far as is necessary to get noticed. And no one knows that better than Mallika — who’s a self-professed Hollywood star now. She has done everything to make it to the news, except her primary job — act. She posed with snakes and even hallucinated about being the first one to kiss on screen and wear a bikini in Bollywood. Obviously, she hasn’t seen Sharmila Tagore or Zeenat Aman in films like An Evening In Paris (1967) and Qurbani (1980) respectively.

5. Harman Baweja (actor)
last seen in: Victory (2009), What’s Your Raashee? (2009), Love Story 2050 (2008)
Upcoming: It’s My Life

You have to give it to him. The man sacrificed his career to give Bollywood its first humongous budget ‘futuristic film’ (it was called Love Story 2050). He even reminded the audience of how wrong one can go with a sports drama (with Victory), urging them to strive for perfection. And his last film, with 12 Priyanka Chopras, was a landmark example for producers, who all went home having learnt that there isn’t always safety in numbers.

6. Vivek Oberoi (actor)
last seen in: Jayantabhai Ki Luv Story, Zilla Ghaziabad, Kismat Love Paisa Dilli (2012)
Upcoming: Krrish 3, Grand Masti

Despite not having delivered a hit in 10 years or so, the good man continues his philanthropic work. And he is perfectly okay being part of movies that don’t do much to elevate his position in the industry. However, they must pay him enough to help sustain his charitable activities. What is a career but for a larger good, right?

7. Preity Zinta (actor)
last seen in: Ishkq in Paris (2013), Heroes (2008), Jhoom Barabar Jhoom (2007), Jaan-E-Mann (2006)
Upcoming: Bhaiyyaji Superhitt

She had the chance to quit when she was at the top of her game (her last hit film was Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, 2006), but unfortunately, the words ‘give up’ don’t exist in Preity Zinta’s dictionary. And just when we thought she had bought a new dictionary and got the hint, she came right back with a dud titled Ishkq In Paris. The film did what it was meant to — showcased her new haircut and her perpetual state of denial.

8. Neil Nitin Mukesh (actor)
last seen in: Players (2012), Shortcut Romeo, 3G, David
Upcoming: Ishqeria, Rum Pum Posshh

You can’t deny the hard work he puts in. He worked so hard to act the life out of his role in 3G, that it put most real actors to shame. He might have an envious lineage — and three first names, but Neil Nitin Mukesh doesn’t have an inkling of what to do in front of the camera. So he ends up trying really hard work but to no avail.

And that brings our list of indomitable spirits of stardom to an end. No offense.

Warrant against Mallika Sherawat in obscenity case!

A local court today issued a bailable warrant against Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat in connection with an obscenity case

The Vadodara district court issued the warrant and asked her to appear before it on August 19.

Former president of the Baroda Bar Association, Narendra Tiwari, had filed a case and sought a non-bailable warrant against Sherawat over her "obscene" dance performance at a New Year eve party held in Mumbai on December 31, 2006.

Tiwari had filed the suit after watching Sherawat's performance on television channels. He had made Sherawat and the management of the five-star hotel, where the event was held, respondents in the case.


The court had issued summons to Sherawat last week to appear before it on Saturday. Since Sherawat did not remain present in the court, Tiwari sought issuance of a non-bailable warrant against her. 

However, after hearing the application, the court issued a bailable warrant against her. The actress had been issued summons in this case in the past as well. 

She had moved Gujarat High Court seeking quashing of the summons. However, her plea was dismissed and she was asked to approach the lower court. 

Mallika Sherawat Starts The Shoot For Her Swayamvar.

The sexy siren recently tweeted her look from the reality show – she is transformed into a traditional gharelu Hindustani bahu….really!

It’s quite difficult – almost impossible – to think of Mallika Sherawat in a desi avatar, maybe because we are not used to seeing B-town’s Mallika-E-Azam covered fully. Stop giggling, sillies! Doesn’t she look nice…for a change! The Murder babe joins the likes of Rakhi Sawant and Ratan Rajput to find her Mr Perfect through the reality TV show Bachelorette India – Mere Khayalon Ki Mallika, which will air on Life OK.

Her highness is quite clear about the Prince Charming she wants to date, or maybe even get married to. “I’m looking for someone who is self-made, well educated, grounded and, above all, someone who can be a friend and not just a lover,” Mallika said in a statement. “I prefer men who take risks in life, and especially the ones who are not afraid to speak their mind. I’m hoping that through The Bachelorette India, I find what I’m truly looking for – a friend and a soulmate,” added Sherawat.

When we learned about Mallika doing a reality show aiming to find the right life partner, we understood that it’s being done primarily for monetary reasons, coz’ we know our lady is known for her mingling with Hollywood celebrities, including the President of the USA Barack Obama (who she claims is her good friend!). She could’ve simply dialled numbers from the enviable list of her contacts and asked them to help her find the right guy. That could’ve been easier no, Mallika? So why all this nautanki…!

Katrina Kaif out. Sequel of Welcome stars Sunny Leone and Nargis Fakhri

Anees Bazmee’s sequel to Welcome called "Welcome Back" has sprung a few surprises in the casting department. While there are reports of Akshay Kumar not being part of the film, it now comes to light that Katrina Kaif (who was paired opposite Akshay Kumar) and Mallika Sherawat (who was with Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar) are also not part of the sequel, which begins shooting from June.

A source connected to the film says, “Katrina was married to Akshay in Welcome and as he’s not in the sequel we cannot cast her either. As for Mallika, she is no longer as hot as she used to be, so Anees is keen to replace her with Sunny Leone. As for Katrina’s role, while many actresses are being considered, Nargis Fakri is most likely to land the part opposite John, who has stepped in place of Akki.” Producer Firoz Nadiadwala however refuses to confirm the name of the leading lady. He plays it safe with, “We are in talks with different actresses and will sign them according to their availability of dates.”

Anees confirms, “Yes, Katrina and Mallika won’t be a part of Welcome 2. The story in the sequel is not an extension of Welcome but completely different from the original. The characters in Welcome Back are absolutely different from the original.”