Minissha Lamba plays a clueless newcomer in Hum, Tum Shabana

There is a time when everybody is a rookie. They don't know what to do, and they don't know how to go about things and are extremely guarded about themselves. Actor Minissha Lamba says that her forthcoming film portrays her in exactly that light - a newcomer thrown into a fashion show and someone who doesn't have a clue about what to do.

"My circumstances throw me into a beauty pageant and I don't know what to do in it. It's like a local beauty pageant where I have to walk the ramp to save the situation. I just do an extempore catwalk. I think that is one of the most interesting parts of the film," says Minissha about her upcoming film Hum, Tum Shabana that also stars Shreyas Talpade and Tusshar Kapoor. The actor says that it is an out-and-out comedy film which revolves around the three characters in the film.

"Of course, it is also a triangular love story where I manage to win the affection of both the boys and the hilarious circumstances that follow from there. Both Tusshar and Shreyas are real pranksters and they used to play pranks with me all the time. Some of the pranks that we pulled on each other when we were not shooting have also been incorporated into the film (probably in the end credits). The footage is hilarious and we felt that we should keep them," she adds.

After Hum Tum Shabana, Minissha is playing the role of a journalist in her upcoming film Joker. Surprisingly, she says that she could relate to the role rather easily. "I have been seeing journalists from close quarters since a real long time, so I have the adequate homework on the character. It's also a very interesting role where I have been very satisfied with my performance as an actor. Working with Shirish Kunder was also a great experience for me," she says.

Another film that she is looking forward to is Zilla Ghaziabad. "It's a political thriller and it is a very serious role and I am really looking forward to what audience says after seeing me," she says.

Minisha Lambha stuns audience at Blenders show in Kolkata

If it was angel white for Priyanka Chopra, then it was devil black for Bollywood actress Minisha Lambha, who provided a stunning finale to the Kolkata chapter of the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2011 on Sunday.

The mood had already been set by a red carpet collection from designer Rocky S that showcased a gala of Men’s wear that included sherwanis and fit suits in colour palette of blacks, greys and nudes with a dash of deep red infusing energy into classic pieces.

The outfits were already exuding a lot of oomph and the style statement was firmly expressed when Bollywood beauty Minisha Lambha scorched the ramp in a classic retro black gown from Rocky’s repertoire.

“The whole idea was to provide that glam look that you see in the red carpet and so I custom fitted that black gown for Minisha,” Rocky said.

Minisha, who was very exuberant with her look remarked, “Classic pieces are my style and a classic black gown always stands the test of time. I feel fabulous and it was a great pleasure being here.”

The glamour of ages gone by came alive with Reynu Tandon’s collection which chose to blend the magnificence of India’s Mughal era combined with the grandiose sensibilities of the Victorian age.

“There are two collections, the White collection and the Gold collection with motifs from the old era and fabrics like lace, crystal, beaten metal interspersed with a mix of fine French chiffon and chandelier lace. The designs are modern but they have an antique old world look and charm,” Tandon explained.

Hyderabad based designer Anand Kabra’ line called “No More Mask” attempted to portray a social commentary of all that he sees around him with an eclectic ensemble in shades like winter white, black, chocolate, yellow and tangerine in varied fabrics such as organza, tulle, silk jersey, satin and crepe de chine.

“There is a lot of meaningless glitz around us and it so happens that the world is trying to move back to its roots of basic honesty and principles. This collection is my way of showing that,” Kabra said.

Designer Ramona Narang’s Ibella label showcased the “Real Woman” through bold silhouettes in bright vibrant colours and chain detailing, which claims to make one look glamorous all day long.

“The party season is coming up and it’s the time to look glamorous,” Ramona said.

Model Debi Dutta made her debut as the showstopper for Ramona in a shimmering black gown that had a Chicago retro feel about it.

(Reporting by Arnab Chakraborty)

Source: culcuttatube.com

Actress Minissha Lamba Refused to Walk the Ramp in Bikini

Actress Minissha Lamba has shot down reports that she walked the ramp in a bikini in her forthcoming comedy "Hum Tum Shabana", saying there was such a scene in the script but she refused to do it.

"I put my foot down and didn't wear a bikini in the film. A scene was planned likewise but I refused to do it," Minissha, who slipped into a bikini for her role in "Kidnap", told IANS in an interview. 

Directed by Sagar Ballary, "Hum Tum Shabana" is not a run-of-the-mill romantic comedy, says the actress, adding: "The impression that you have is that it's a story of two guys who are after a girl. It's typical of a romantic comedy. If you think that is all there in the film, then you have to think again." 

The 26-year-old, who mader her debut with "Yahaan" in 2005, has teamed with Ballary for second time for "Hum Tum Shabana" after "Bheja Fry 2".

The bikini scene notwithstanding, Minissha feels lucky to be part of the film as it is one of the rarest of comedies where the story revolves around a female character. 

"Most comedies don't have much space for women. It's a very male dominated domain and most comedies are male oriented. In 'Hum Tum Shabana', I am lucky to get the title role and every action is around or motivated by Shabana. So she is the central and inevitable character in the film, which is very rare in a comedy. 

"It has an equal dose of emotion, drama, and action and of course comedy. It's not a slapstick comedy I would say," she said

Releasing Sep 23, the film will see Shreyas Talpade and Tusshar Kapoor wooing Minissha.

Talking about her character, she said: "She is a part of a beauty pageant. She is the most unlikely contestant to be in a beauty pageant. She doesn't fit the criteria of someone who can be a model. She doesn't win the pageant, of course. What drama exudes after that is the high point of the film."

Friend turned foe, Shreyas and Tushhar, didn't let their personal differences affect the shooting of the film, said Minissha. 

"If they had problem between them, I had do not know about it. Either there are no conflicts between them or they are just brilliant actors. See, everyone was professional on the sets. Even if they had personal differences, they are so thorough professional that they didn't let it affect their work," she said.

Minissha, who featured in films like "Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd." (2007), "Bachna Ae Haseeno" (2008), and "Well Done Abba!" (2009), will be seen next in Akshay Kumar starrer "Joker" and hard-hitting action drama "Zilla Ghaziabad".

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Minissha Lamba held captive by Hurricane Irene

A Bollywood actress has been held captive by Hurricane Irene which struck the US East Coast Sunday. Minissha Lamba, who is in New York for an India-US cultural event, is stuck on the 22nd floor of a hotel and is likely to remain there till the hurricane blows over and air services are restored.

Speaking on Sunday morning from Radisson Hotel in New York, the actress said: "It's really scary out here. For 36 hours, the entire New York will have to stay indoors. A state of emergency has been declared."

"Everyone is in their homes. As I look out of my hotel window, I see a deserted street down below. Can you imagine New York without traffic? It's like a scene out of Armageddon."

"I am all alone here. My stay has been extended for a week. I had no choice. The airports are shut. All flights are cancelled. Half of New York, New Jersey, Staten Island have been evacuated. I can't return," she said.

Curiously, just before she was to leave for New York, Minissha had been getting phone calls asking her to cancel her trip.

"Now I wonder if the caller had a premonition and was trying to warn me from travelling into catastrophe. I hope I can return the soonest possible. Maybe I should just enjoy Irene's company. She's my first hurricane. I believe first hurricanes are like first love. You never forget it."

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