May’be I’m just gay: James Franco

Los Angeles – ‘Spider-Man’ star James Franco is done to death reacting to constant rumours about his sexuality and has finally gave in and joked that he just might not be straight.

Franco, despite dating actress Ahna O’Reilly, faces a lot of speculation about his sexuality as he has played several gay characters in the past. However, he protests that just because he is fascinated by homosexual characters from different eras, doesn’t mean he is only interested in men.

‘Part of what I’m interested in is how these people who were living anti-normative lifestyles contended with opposition. Or, you know what, maybe I’m just gay,’ he said in a statement from his recent outing ‘127 Hours’.

Franco finds it amusing that society is obsessed with people’s sexuality. However, he is troubled by the ‘black-and-white’ way the subject is viewed, as he considers it to be a more complex matter.

‘It’s funny because the way that kind of stuff is talked about on blogs is so black-and-white. It’s all cut-and-dry identity politics. ‘Is he straight or is he gay?’ Or, ‘This is your third gay movie – come out already!’ And all based on, gay or straight, based on the idea that your object of affection decides your sexuality,’ he said. 

IANS

Bipasha goes topless...again!

The twitter world is quite a busy one, and Bollywood contributes a great deal to it. Here's looking at the best star tweets of the day. 

Bipasha Basu is getting bolder day by day. After posing topless for the January issue of Maxim, she posed topless again, this time for photographer Dabboo Ratnani's 2011 calendra.

Bipasha posted the picture on twitter, and tweeted: 'Dabboo ratnani's calendar pix 2011! 8 yrs I hve shot for it! His temperament n wrk bth, EXCELLENT!'

Sonakshi Sinha, who also posed for the calendar, wore a wet look. She tweeted, 'My shot from @dabbooratnani's calendar! I'm impressed, with him. And myself ;)'

Hrithik Roshan to unveil his statue at Madame Tussauds

Mumbai, Jan 10 – Hrithik Roshan, who turned 37 Monday, will become the fifth Bollywood celebrity to have his wax figure at the prestigious Madame Tussauds when he unveils it Friday.

“I never thought in my wildest of dreams that there will be a time in my life when I’ll be unveiling my own statue at the Madame Tussauds. I remember once I’ve stood there in the line for three hours when I was a 12-year-old to see the museum,” Hrithik told reporters here.

Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Bachchan, Salman Khan and Shahrukh Khan have already secured their place in the London museum.

“It’s just going to be symbolic of my journey. It’s going to be something that will motivate me when I’m tired. I’ll think of this statue and it will make be keep going and giving my best. It makes me feel great and will help me fight my exhaustion,” he added.

Hrithik made his debut in 2000 with the leading role in “Kaho Naa…Pyaar Hai” and became an overnight sensation. Later he gave hits like “Dhoom 2″, “Koi… Mil Gaya” and “Krrish”.

Hrithik Roshan, Katrina Kaif top Times Most Desirable Men, Women poll

New Delhi, Jan 10 – The list of the Times 50 Most Desirable Men and Women of 2010 is out. After weeks of voting online, with more than 3.1 lakh votes, the order has been decided.

And the winners (in correct order of ranking) are: the hotly desirable Hrithik Roshan – with his Greek God looks – who sits at the top spot for men; and Katrina Kaif’s sway to Sheila that catapulted her to No 1 on the women’s list, for a second consecutive year, which has never happened in the past.

The Men’s list has the superb-looking superstar and braveheart of Bollywood, Salman Khan, at No 2 – a stunning climb-up post Dabbang; he’s followed by Ranbir Kapoor (last year’s winner) at No 3. Shahid Kapoor makes it to No 4 for his sheer boyish appeal and his bare act in Kaminey, while hunky John (the 2008 winner) comes in at 5. Beating out Shah Rukh (6), Akshay Kumar (7), Arjun Rampal (8), Imran Khan (9) and Saif Ali Khan in the Top 10 slots.

For the Women, the eternally lovely Aishwarya Rai Bachchan beats off hot competition to make it to No 2. Priyanka Chopra is at 3 while Deepika and Kareena follow at 4 and 5 respectively. At 6 is the vivacious and hotly desired Genelia D’Souza, followed by the well-styled Sonam Kapoor (7), Bipasha (8), Kangna (9) and the newly crowned Miss Earth Nicole Faria closing out the Top 10 women.

Not too many surprises in the Top 10s, but the 50 sees some surprise entries. While beauty and power polls could remain unchanged for years, the ‘Desired’ and the Desirability Quotient (DQ) changes radically. Something like Yana Gupta’s ‘No Panty’ act. Or Ranveer Singh winning hearts with Band Baja Baraat; Sonakshi’s sizzle in Dabangg; Malaika’s Munni … holding more sway than even bigger stars who may not have done much in the past year to add to their DQ. (ANI)

Sameer, Neelam’s wedding date fixed

January 23 has been fixed as the wedding date of Neelam Kothari and Sameer Soni. The couple has been seeing each other for a long time and finally they have fixed the date of nuptial.

Sameer is more than happy to walk down the aisle with his ladylove Neelam. They have opted for a hush-hush wedding followed by a grand reception. Sameer said, "We're having a very quiet wedding ceremony on January 23, just Neelam's parents and mine and our siblings. Then we will have a wedding reception for all our friends on January 26. We're going crazy trying to draw up a list of invitees for the reception. Between me and Neelam, we've so many people to call."

Sameer will invite all his Bigg boss inmates. Reasons Sameer, "That's what decorum demands. Throughout my stint at Bigg Boss, I maintained my dignity. That's what I had promised to do to my parents. They were dead against my going into Bigg Boss. I had assured them I wouldn't shame them. I think I kept my word. I lasted quite long in there. The whole experience has taught me to be patient."

The duo has hold their honeymoon plans. Explains Sameer, "I've stayed away from Mumbai long enough because of Bigg Boss. So no honeymoon for now. But yes, kids are definitely on the anvil. Both of us are so quiet we need some activity in the house," laughs Sameer.

While accepting congratulations Neelam adds, "Yes I am very happy. We plan to start a family immediately. We want lots of kids."

Shweta burst into tears after seeing her daughter

Shweta Tiwari won Bigg Boss after defeating her inmates, The Great Khali, Ashmit Patel and Dolly Bindra. She walked away with a crown of Bigg Boss 4 and prize money of Rs. 1 crore. Regarded as favorite Bahu, Shweta played the game with consistency and decency.  She maintained dignity in the house for 14 weeks. She is the first woman to win Bigg Boss. Her joy knew no bounds when she was declared the winner by the host Salman Khan. She burst into tears after seeing her daughter Palak and her mother after three months.

'I have won because of your love. I am very happy,' she said to the audience after being announced the winner. Dolly was declared the third runner up.

The grand finale show some dazzling performances by Sara Khan, Veena Malik, Aanchal Kumar and Manoj Tiwari. Salman Khan too grooved to some hit numbers.

Hrithik apologizes to sister-in-law on birthday

Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan on his 37^th birthday seeks forgiveness from his sister-in-law Farah Ali Khan who was upset with Duggu for some unknown reasons. He apologized to Farah on twitter.

"Hello tweeple. I have upset d one person responsible 4 introducing me 2 dis twitterworld my beautiful FarahKhanAli who I love very much. u think u guys cld help her forgive me, since I'm human n since its my b'day tom? Love u all soo much! (sic)" Hrithik posted on his Twitter page yesterday.

Hrithik's public apology melted Farah's heart and she posted back, "OMG. Duggu did u have to do this on twitter. U know I love u unconditionally and the people u love the most sometimes hurt u too. Love u and Suss and will see u tom. Happy Birthday my brother. May u both live a long and happy life. (sic)"

She wished Hrithik on his birthday.

"Happy B'day to a great soul, pure & giving. Love u Duggu. May u never experience a moment of sadness or a bad health. Love always."

Kangana turns down Hrithik’s film

Kangana turned down ‘Krrish’ sequel as she does not want to play second lead. Atfter delivering few hits, Kangana counts herself one among leading Bollywood actresses and so she refused Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra starrer, ‘Krrish 2’.

Hrithik Roshan tried to convince her but she declined. "Hrithik even told her that the role had scope for action and that it had been scripted with her in mind but she maintained that she didn't want to play second fiddle to another actress."

Says a close friend of the actress, "She is keen on doing strong female lead roles. Not ones that offer just glamour and songs."

While, on the other hand, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan rebuffed the report of approaching Kangana. He said, "Kangna wasn't offered a role. Only Priyanka (Chopra) is final."

Let’s see who will garb Kangana Ranaut’s role.