95-year-old MF Husain's new muse

After Madhuri Dixit, Tabu and Amrita Rao, M F Husain has found a new muse in Anushka Sharma.

At last count, the celebrated artist had seen her film Band Baaja Baaraat eight times and was looking forward to several more repeat viewings.

The 95-year-old finds the movie fascinating. Husain who now lives in Doha in Qatar and travels to Dubai often has been catching up on Maneesh Sharma's movie with his family and close friends.

And interestingly, when he watches the flick, he does not put on his spectacles. He has been claiming that ever since he saw Anushka, his vision has improved!

On New Year's Day, Husain watched the film with his close pal, Mumbai-based businessman Munna Javeri, who was visitng him in Dubai.

"In the cinema hall I was shocked to seen him remove his glasses, " says Javeri. "He knew all the dialogues and he viewed the film like a painting filled with colours. If only he had a brush in hand"

Speaking from Dubai, Husain says, "It's still running to packed halls in its fourth week. Anushka was okay in the Shah Rukh starrer Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, but in Band Baaja Baaraat she has proved what an intelligent actor she is.

She knows what subtle acting is all about. Even Ranveer Singh is good."

He feels the movie has a crisp, well-written script and the second half springs a twist. "It is a simple subject without any complications. This is what leading filmmakers must learn who unnecessarily complicate their movies."

Previoulsy he was fascinated by Hum Aapke Hain Kaun and Vivaah which had marriage as their themes. And so does Band Baaja Baraat. "It's not that because they are all wedding related. It is because they celebrate life and colours which I cherish, " adds Husain.
He plans to see the movie as many times till it runs there. And next time when Anushka is in Dubai or Doha, she is sure to have a portrait of hers presented by the celebrated artist!

FACT: M F Husain has watched the Madhuri Dixit-starrer Hum Aapke Hain Koun 73 times and Amrita Rao-starrer Vivaah 20 times.

Anushka entry in 'Patiala House' poster

Anushka Sharma couldn't have asked for more. The petite actress, who was missing from the first poster of her next outing "Patiala House", has now managed to get into a new one, thanks to the success of her last outing "Band Baaja Baaraat".

A movie about father-son relationship, "Patiala House" stars Akhsay Kumar in the male lead with Rishi Kapoor in a pivotal role. The movie has been inspired by England cricket team's first Sikh player Monty Panesar, where Akshay has been shown as a British citizen who sacrifices his dream of being a pace bowler for his autocratic father's ideals.

"The filmmakers wanted to portray the same in their first key art poster for their audiences. So they finalized that the poster will feature Rishi Kapoor and Akshay Kumar in order to give an insight about the film and the relationship they share. The poster was all set to be launched but then 'Band Baaja Baaraat' released and saw a huge success," said a statement from the film's publicist.

"So after the success of 'Band Baaja Baaraat', the makers of 'Patiala House' wanted to feature Anushka in the poster as well," it further read.

Director Nikhil Advani also echoed the same.

"Anushka is a great actress and we are happy that she is part of 'Patiala House'. She has proved her talent and charm in her recent hit as well... we were always planning on multiple posters which are out for the audiences," said Advani.

The movie hits the screens Feb 11.

Why am I less famous?

Anushka Sharma has said she is glad she is known for her talent but has questioned why she gets less hype than other Bollywood actresses.

Speaking to the Mumbai Mirror the actress said she does not know why Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor were more famous than her.

"I don't know. You tell me. Having given three hits back-to-back in three years I wonder why there is not as much hype about me as them," she said.

Sharma added that she thinks the other leading ladies are less famous for their films than they are for their off-screen activities.

"I am glad that I am known for my talent and not for my clothes or controversies," she told the paper.

Sharma made her Bollywood debut alongside Shah Rukh Khan in 2008 with Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, for which she was nominated for a Filmfare award.

All Set To Rule At The Box Office With 'Band Baaja Baaraat'

Anushka Sharma shot to instant fame and stardom with her debut film under the Yash Raj banner Rab De Bana Di Jodi.

She managed to cat catch the attention of the viewers as well as critics despite being cast opposite Shahrukh Khan. Anuksha's next film was with Shahid Kapoor Badmaash Company which was produced by YRF. It sank at the box office without any trace. However, Anushka seem to gearing up for the latest release from the Yash Raj Banner Band Baaja Baaraat. News were doing the rounds that Anushka had a three film deal with Yash Raj Films. However, Anushka made it clear to the media that there was no three film contract with the YRF. In an interview Anushka clarifies that she had signed Nikhil Advani's Patiala House with Akshay much before Band Baja Baaraat, though Band Baaja Baaraat is releasing earlier".

Anushka plays the role of a middle class girl, Shruti Kakkar who is a marriage planner in the movie and hails from Delhi. Ranveer Singh plays her love interest in the film.

Anushka added that playing the part required intensive preparation for the role as she had to adapt the dressing style and the mannerisms of a typical Delhite. Special attention was also given to styling. The look of the film is casual and Anushka follows street fashion to get it all right.

Anushka is looking forward to work with other stars and she is happy with the way her career is shaping up as she added that she loves her space and it feels great that she can pick and choose her roles.

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Anushka Sharma breaks up with boyfriend

Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, who debuted in the industry with the film 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi' in 2008 opposite superstar Shah Rukh Khan, has always maintained a low profile about her personal life. However, the news about her special bonding with co-star Ranveer Singh, got leaked and now, it is heard that the couple has parted ways.

Ranveer is acting opposite Anushka in Yash Raj's upcoming film 'Band Baaja Baarat'. They were reportedly dating each other since April, this year.

A source was quoted saying that both the actors realized that they should focus on their career at this point of time. Their distraction to any other thing at this point of time can prove harmful for their career. So, they decided to part ways with mutual understanding. There is no ill feeling between them.

The source added that the couple was seen together at many private dinners and outings, even when Ranveer was strictly instructed by Yash Raj to keep a low profile and not to make any public appearances. However, their close bonding has become a history of the past now.

Anushka did not comment on this topic yet. The Badmaash Company actress has never accepted having this kind of relationship with Ranveer at any point of time. When she was asked about her closeness with Ranveer by the media, Anushka rather asked that, can't people hang out with their colleagues?