MUMBAI: With ‘Om shanti Om‘, she surprised many. The glamorous model-turned-actress, Deepika Padukone opens up to Swati Chaturvedi, the anchor of Kahiye Janab‘, a celebrity chat show on Zee News.

On rumours of Neetu Singh being upset with Deepika, she speaks "I don‘t know. I believe that if there were any truth in this, she would tell me herself and not through newspapers and media. I think she‘s an extremely talented and mature person, so why would she tell the media and not speak with me directly,".

Getting slightly emotional & touchy on her personal life, Deepika politely says, "I will not like to comment on my personal life. I think I‘m much beyond all that has been said about me. I‘m very happy in my relationship with Ranbir."

After some more probing, Deepika expands on her relationship with the suave Bollywood actor & she explains to the anchor the reason for making their relationship public. "The primary reason why we came out and opened up about our relationship was that we thought we‘ll get some privacy and that people would respect the fact that we‘re in a relationship?but nothing like this happened and things became worse."

As an actor, one is always under public scrutiny and this is heightened when one is in a relationship with a person in the same profession. So when Swati asked Deepika Padukone about Ranbir‘s and her professional views, she says, "I think we both are very professional? Sometimes I don‘t come to know whether the film I‘m offered is also offered to Ranbir. We‘re considering working with each other. We don‘t speak about our films that much because it would be extremely unprofessional. We read the scripts separately and meet with the directors separately too and this may be the reason that post Bachna Ae Haseeno we haven‘t done any film together."

The actress is very passionate about her acting career & will follow what her mind says on this, "I enjoy acting and till the time I enjoy it, I‘ll keep doing it. My parents have taught me, that you should always do what you enjoy the most. My father took up badminton as a career and my grandparents supported this career decision. Hard work and luck are very important for any career?. whether it is sports or films."

"I‘m lucky that I got a launch film with Shahrukh and Farah but I did try hard. It was while I was modelling that Farah noticed my talent and took me in her movie", added Deepika with a smile that reflects the truth of her words.

So? Come and watch Deepika Padukone‘s exclusive interview on Zee News‘ celebrity chat show Kahiye Janab.

It‘s all masala mix & Bollywood‘s most wanted news coming to your screen only on Zee News this Saturday at 7:30 pm, 13th June 2009.

‘Kahiye Janab‘, a one-on-one chat show with celebrities on Zee News showcases the people who have excelled in their respective fields. Woven around the ideology of delivering real News, the show aims at revealing the real person behind the fame quotient.

For those who miss it, Kahiye Janab on Zee News is repeated at 3.30 pm on Sunday. As "unplugged" at 11 pm on Zee Business, repeat telecast at 7.30 pm Sunday and 10:30pm Monday

MUMBAI: India‘s No.1 business medium, presents the second season of ‘Riders in the Strom‘ starting June 13th, 2009. This season, ‘Riders in the Storm‘ will focus on leading Indian companies and their strategies to ride the downturn, strengthen market presence and innovate strategically.

While speaking about the program Mr. Neel Chowdhury- Vice President, Marketing, CNBC-TV18 and CNBC AWAAZ said "Riders in the Storm‘ was started to highlight the spectacular efforts of India‘s best companies in managing the economic slowdown and thwarting challenges. The second season comes at a time when India Inc is trying to expedite growth rates and capitalize on the improved sentiment post the elections. We believe the series will be a great value add to CXO‘s planning the next strategic move for their organizations and to students of corporate strategy as well"

Hosted by Menaka Doshi, CNBC TV 18, ‘Riders in the Storm‘ will focus on understanding how business leaders with their core teams are translating the corporate vision into ground reality and planning for counter cyclical measures.

MUMBAI: UTV Bindass gets all set to roll out the blue carpet for its first celebrity participant, Shahana Goswami. The charming and extremely talented actress who shot to fame with her critically acclaimed performance in Rock On! will be a part of Bindass Blue Carpet to get a makeover for her first ever gig at the IIFA awards in Macau! IIFA is considered as one of the most prestigious awards that recognize exceptional performances in Indian cinema and has nominated Shahana Goswami for the category of Best Actor in a Supporting Role ? Female.

Shahana, who is extremely excited about being a part of the IIFA extravaganza, wanted to put her best foot forward for the award ceremony and hence came to Blue Carpet for her fantastic makeover!

Shahana, who did not change her look for a long time due to professional commitments, got on to UTV Bindass Blue Carpet to get a much deserved makeover. Once on the show, Hakim one of the country?s most celebrated hair stylists, and part of the Bindass Blue Carpet?s panel of judges did what he does best, he turned Shahana into a complete Glam Doll. With the short hair which is the rage of this season and light brown highlights Shahana now looks refreshed and raring to go.

On the entire Blue Carpet experience Shahana Says, ?I?ve got this makeover done by Hakim Aalim. I had not had a change as there were many other commitments. Now, since I will be going for the IIFA as an award nominee, I decided to go in for a change of look. Not many people will recognize me, as they have seen me in a certain way. But this look makes me look younger. It?s quite crazy.?

Catch all this action on Bindass Blue Carpet this Friday, 12th of June ?09 at 7 PM only on UTV Bindass.

MUMBAI: MAX NEW YORK LIFE, one of the most successful names in the insurance sector and a brand that believes in doing things differently is organizing a unique sporting activity called ?Karo England Ka Iraada? along with P9 Experience, a vertical of P9 Integrated (A Division of Percept Ltd). It celebrates the spirit of sportsmanship by cashing on with the on going cricket fever just before the beginning of the T20 Cricket world cup in England.

Max New York Life and P9 Experience are organizing a game of Cricket on 13th & 14th June ?09 at various malls across Mumbai (Nirmal Life Style, Oberoi Mall, Centre One), Ahmedabad (Himalayan), Surat (Raj Empire), Nagpur (Poonam) and Pune (Central, SGS Mall). This activity will take place on this forthcoming weekend. Just as the cricket fever is heating up and the teams are getting all geared up for the big battle Max New York Life is going to give a chance to patrons at the malls to try their hand at Cricket to express their sportsmanship. The patrons will get a chance to prove their mettle.

A cricket game set-up will be created in the malls. To play the game, the patrons will have to fill up the lead generation form and send an SMS to ESPN number which will also make them eligible to enter the contest. There will be two ways in which the game will be played. A representative from our side will be batting and any one of the family member will have to bowl. Each family gets 3 balls. Winners will be judged on the basis of wickets hit. Photos will be clicked during the game and post completion, the contestants can get a family photo clicked with a trophy cutout

Max New York Life is also going to be the associate sponsors on ESPN ? Star Sports for upcoming T20 World Cup, England. They will be rolling out an on-air campaign ?Karo England Ka Iraada?. There will be interactive contests aired on radio, online and various BTL activities across the malls. Five lucky winners get a 3N/4D all expense paid trip to England. Max New York Life is aiming towards a TG of SEC A/B between the age group of 30 ? 45 years for its Smart Xpress Growth Plan which is going to be the centre of attraction of the whole activity.

Tristam Ferrao, Head P9 Experience comments, ?The activation will highlight the association of Max New York Life Insurance and the T20 Champion League that is scheduled to take place in London this June 2009 and will be spread across the cities of Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Surat, Pune and Nagpur. We believe that interaction in an innovative and fun method will be one of the best modes of communication to patrons. Malls have intentionally been selected as the medium for the activity to ensure maximum ROI for Max New York Life Insurance; moreover malls will only ensure we reach our objective, both qualitatively and at the same time being quantitative.?

This unique activity is conceptualized to bring about a connect between the patrons who just look forward to living every moment and the brand. It also will give a chance to the patrons to interact with the brand and the fun factor associated with it will successfully convey what Max New York Life is all about. Max New York Life is a brand that advocates trust and freedom and it is the best way to celebrate the sportsmanship spirit with the nation?s favorite game!!

MUMBAI: When they entered Bollywood, the industry raised its eye brows and questioned their acting skills. Irfan Khan with his unconventional looks and John Abraham with sexuality oozing out from his look and physique were not welcomed with open arms by the Industry. But proving the theory that you need a filmy background to make it big in Bollywood wrong, Irfan with his immaculate expressions and John with his inimitable talent are currently the most sought after actors of the industry. Meet the actors who climbed the success ladder on their own and hear them talk about their experience in the ?All so famous Bollywood industry? on this week?s episode of Superstars Superlives featuring all about their lives, career and success story.

?Eyes can speak a million words?, this aptly describes the intensity of Irfan Khan?s presence on screen. He reinstates the often spoken fact that, ?when it comes to Bollywood, Khan?s truly rule?. But unlike the other Khan?s who have been popular for their performances in conventional cinema, Irfan Khan is a surprise package, he has experimented with everything under the cinema sun. In the show, watch him discuss about the unnecessary controversies created around actors.

?There are few people in the industry, who on purpose create unwanted controversies and bask in the glory of the publicity they receive as a result of their mischief. As actors we have to be more alert and conscious from such people?, says Irfan Khan

John Abraham with his dazzling smile and stunning body can make even an old lady blush. His Greek God image in yellow trunks coming out of the sea is yet to be forgotten from his recent blockbuster ?Dostana?. The 7th Sexiest man according to the ranking in a magazine is everywhere from advertising popular brands to participating in social causes. Hunk to the core and heartthrob of millions, he does not believe in flattering himself and is unaffected by the current sex symbol and the gay icon label. And taking this view into a positive outlook he feels that his current image can prove to be his forte.

Says John, ?It?s so hilarious when people call me a gay icon. It feels overwhelming that first women titled me as the Sexiest man and now homosexuals have a soft corner for me?.

Learn everything you always wished to know about these stars when they discuss their life stories, experiences, controversial link ups, love interest etc. all in this one week series. So tune in for all you need to know about these great self made personalities on the special episode of Superstars Superlives ? ?Naya Dostana? this Monday-Friday, June 08-12 2009, 8.30pm only on ZoOm.

MUMBAI: After a great 2nd episode with Ria, Bindass 21 is back to celebrate the birthday of its third participant, Sam. Alone in a big city like Bombay can prove to be very lonely, so Sam who is all set to bring in his 21st birthday is very excited to get the entire country celebrate with him. Though he usually starts his day late, Sam is up and awake very early and is completely pumped up to see what?s in store for him through the day. He starts off by going on a long jog and then breaks into a flurry of pranks where he goes to the extent of faking his own accident to two of his best friends.

Watch on as Sam?s friends find the right way to take revenge and dare him to parasail knowing that he is extremely afraid of heights. To take the madness even further, and in his words ?to reward himself?, he is off to get a tattoo done. Unconventional being his way of life, Sam does not want to cut a cake on his birthday, so instead, he does something that most of the people would never dare to! He plans to ride naked with his friends on the bike!!!

Does Sam actually do what no one has dared to do on national television? Will he ride naked on the bike??? Will he actually his parasail despite being afraid of heights???

Don?t miss this completely wild 3rd Episode of Bindass 21 on UTV Bindass, this Sunday, the 7th of June?09 at 7.30 PM