When Deepika was asked about her equation with Ranbir after the break up, she was quick to reply, “What I’ve always maintained is that Ranbir and I are very good friends. Even today that would be the most important relationship for me.”

But as soon as she was questioned about the rumors that Siddhartha has bought a house for her, the 25-year-old replied, “Honestly, I’ve been independent from the start of my career. I moved out of home at the age of 20. I started modelling when I was 18. I started my first film when I was 21. Today when I’ve worked a little harder I’ve bought myself a bigger home in Prabhadevi. It’s my dream home. I definitely don’t a need a man to get me any of this. Sid himself lives with his father (Dr Vijay Mallya) and hasn’t bought himself a house. Why would he buy me one?”

Deepika who is currently working with Saif Ali Khan in Homi Adjania’s Cocktail in London will soon be seen in theaters with Saif only in Prakash Jha’s political drama ‘Aarakshan’.

Deepika is currently shooting for Homi Adjania’s Cocktail in London with Kareena’s beau Saif Ali Khan. Recently, when Kareena reached to sets of the film to meet Saif, Deepika approached her and broke the ice.

The two had a sour past for each other. Kareena miffed over Imtiyaz Ali when the director choose Dippy opposite Saif in ‘Love Aaj Kal’ where she wanted to work and later it was rumored that Kareena made Saif to drop Deepika from his home production ‘Agent Vinod’.

A source told Mumbai Mirror, “And this time when Kareena went to visit Saif on the sets of Cocktail in London, Deepika made sure she made up with Bebo as well.”

“Deepika bumped into Kareena in the hotel lobby. Dippy walked up and spoke to her. Things were better between them almost in an instant. They would be talking and chatting over dinner. In fact, once the two ladies went out with Saif for dinner as well. Kareena was in London for four days and they all stayed in the same hotel Mont Calm,” added the source.

Now as the two have settled, we hope Kareena will not have any issue with Saif, if he shares screen space with Deepika.

Is this another ‘Rajneeti’ or ‘Gangajal’, it could be the mix of both cause it carries the same stamp of Jha of creating political dramas that often enticing and thought provoking. ‘The country is divided into two India’ that tells you the whole story of reservation ‘Aarakshan’.

The film stars Amitabh Bachchan, Saif Ali Khan, Manoj Vajpayee, Deepika Padukone and Prateik Babbar.

The film is a take on the Indian reservation policies which somewhat has its advantages and ills but how often a good cause in our political system goes uncorrupted?

Check the trailer of the film here:
 httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdTwsVovgWM

Ranbir and Ayan have earlier worked together in ‘Wake up Sid’ but it seems no one wants to wake up after an average box-office performance of the film.

The insiders say that Ayan was very much interested in Kat but after Ranbir’s relationship gone sour with the actress he started looking for an option but Deepika never was, though the director and Deepika are good friends. However, with considerable amount of time now Ranbir and Kat seems have hit the normal state of mind and Ayan took no time to go back to his favorite for the role.

This will be the third film for Ranbir and Katrina together after ‘Ajab Prem ki Gajab Kahaani’ and ‘Rajneeti’.

It was reported that the actor has gone to Singapore for Kidney transplant but superstar’s son-in-law has rubbished the reports, Dhansu, the National Award Winning actor told media, “The superstar is fine. He will be out of hospital in a week or in 10 days. And, he will start shooting for Rana.”

Despite his ailment, the industry whose prime concern is his health is also talking about ‘Rana’, the movie in which Rajini is playing the lead role. The south Indian film trade is talking about how he has been paid 24 crores as the first installment of the film. A source within the industry told, “Rajini Sir is still India’s highest paid actor. Besides the reported 24 cr that he has already received, the family will also have a stake in the IPR because Rajini’s second daughter Soundarya is a partner in the project.”

We hope and wish Rajini gets well soon, as he is an actor of different mettle which makes him a superstar among the eyes of his millions of fans!

Director: Prakash Jha

Star Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Saif Ali Khan, Manoj Bajpayee, Deepika Padukone, Prateik Babbar, Shabana Azmi, Tanvi Azmi and Hema Malini

Music Director: Shankar Ehsaan Loy

Synopsis:

Aarakshan is the story of Prabhakar Anand (Amitabh Bachchan), the legendary idealistic principal of a college that he has single-handedly turned into the state’s best. It is the story of his loyal disciple, Deepak Kumar (Saif Ali Khan) who will do anything for his Sir. Of Deepak’s love for Prabhakar’s daughter, Poorbi (Deepika Padukone), of his friendship with Sushant (Prateik). It is the story of their love, their lively friendship, their zest for life, and of their dreams for the future.

Centered on one of the most controversial issues of recent years, with the Supreme Court’s order on reservations, the story suddenly becomes a rollercoaster ride of high drama, conflict, and rebellion, which tests their love and friendship for one another, and their loyalty to Prabhakar Anand.

Only this year the duo has teamed up in Madhya Pradesh for Prakash Jha’s ‘Aarakshan’ and once again Deepika and Saif are shooting for Saif’s home production directed by ‘Being Cyrus’ fame Homi Adajania. The film is named ‘Cocktail’.

Aarakshan is a political drama while Adajania’s film is an urbane love story.

When India played South Africa in Nagpur – unfortunately India lost – where Deepika Padukone joined the Dum Maaro Dum team to promote the movie, and also to be with her boyfriend Siddharth Malaya. She was also supposed to perform for her sexy remix item song from the movie in the stadium, was not able to give the performance due to lack of rehearsal, as she was busy shooting for Aarakshan in Bhopal.

The event also saw Rohan Sippy, Abhishek Bachchan, Rana Daggubati, Prateik Babbar, and Bipasha Basu enjoying the match as well in spirits for their movie promotions among the huge crowd. They witnessed a roar in the crowd as the crew walked along the field in the half way of the match. Whenever the camera caught Abhishek and Bipasha the crowd just didn’t forget to cheer the Dum Maaro Dum cast.

However, Deepika and Siddharth are often seen in matches India plays as the beverage king’s son is an addict of cricket, even if Deepika do not like, she has to company her boyfriend to the stadia. They were also spotted watching India Vs England cricket match at Bangalore. The two were seated side by side to each other, whereas Kingfisher head Vijay Mallya was also present to witness “Sachin Tendulkar” score his 98th century.

Apart from Dum Maaro Dum team South star Siddharth, Rahul Bose and Vivek Oberoi were also present in Nagpur cheering the men in blue. Vivek has come with his wife Priyanka Alva. Vivek who was cheering for India said, “I am here to watch the match and support India. Priyanka and I are super excited to watch India win. Fingers crossed! Please pray that India wins again.” But for Vivek’s dismay India lost the match.

It seems World Cup 2011 has brought some respite for Deepika who lately broke up with Ranbir and with Siddharth hosting her in every match; the match is no less fixed after ‘being just friends’ for long. Kevin Pietersen has already written on his twitter after the match that he had dinner with Siddharth and his g/f Deepika.

If Deepika till says she is just a friend with Siddharth questions are certain to arise. The lady is also brand ambassador for Bangalore Royal Challengers team in IPL, but then it is no IPL matches, then why she is so regularly spotted with Malaya son in World Cup matches? Surprisingly, Deepika can always be seen sitting next to Siddharth enjoying the match with him. When Siddharth was enjoying Sachin’s century, Deepika was actually enjoying seeing him cheering for team India.

Deepika who was earlier complaining about tight schedules, how did she actually find time to accompany Siddharth?

World Cup to take a toll on Bollywood:
As ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 reaches its last league, cricket euphoria has gripped the nation. While billion of fans are betting high on India’s chances in the tournament, Bollywood has taken a defensive stance in this cricket-heavy season. With only four B-budget releases since the start of the World Cup in mid-February — Tanu Weds Manu, Yeh Dooriyaan, Phirr and Shagird –producers are anticipating a lull in the multiplexes and playing it safe.

Not a single Bollywood film releases between March 12 and March 31, which sees the last phase of the league matches, quarter-finals and semi-finals of the World Cup being played out between teams. Film trade analyst Komal Nahta said, “The cricket season is a lean period for the film industry. Attendance in the theatres falls by almost 25-30%. Hence, producers avoid the risk of releasing big budget films during this season….

She flaunts her curves in pink hue on the covers of Vogue India March 2011.

No wonder, if people say she is making a come back after ‘Break ke Baad’ with a bang. She is also talked for her affair with Siddhartha Mallya that got spiced up after English Cricketer Kevin Pietersen disclosed it on twitter.

The lady isn’t only liked in India but she is also adored in the neighboring Pakistan where Deepika graces the cover of the famous Pakistani magazine Firdous, Summer Magazine 2011. Her photo-shoot for Firdous Textile Summer Carnival Magazine 2011 has her posed in different colors and fabric designs. Here Deepika is breaking boundaries!