Glimpse of IIFA 2011 Awards Night

The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) is a first-of-its-kind effort to promote Indian Cinema globally, thus reaching out to millions of its fans. It's the celebration of Indian Cinema. 

Bipasha Basu performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Dia Mirza performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Sonakshi Sinha performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Priyanka Chopra performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Bobby Deol performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Bipasha Basu performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Shilpa Shetty performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Kangana Ranaut performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Bobby and Sunny perform with their father Dharmendra at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Karan Johar performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Sonakshi Sinha performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Bipasha Basu performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

Mallika Sherawat performs at the IIFA Awards night in Toronto.

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Top 10 Indian Models (Female) of All Time

Article on Top 10 Indian female models. Includes models who have been very successful in their careers and considered iconic. Includes Carol Gracias, Nethra Raghuraman, Jesse Randhawa, Kamal Sidhu, Ujjwala Raut, Madhu Sapre, Noyonika Chaterjee, Sheetal Mallar, Diandra Soares, Bipasha basu, Nina Manuel.

Indian models are not just faces strutting down the runway today.

They have become much more than people who represent the vision of the designer. Today, a model is a brand in herself and represents the fashion fraternity as a whole. Here are the Top 10 female models who have completely transformed the face of the Indian fashion industry.

1.Noyonika Chatterjee

Noyonika has been the queen of the ramp for over a decade. She was one of the first models to break the stereotype of light-skinned models. Till today, her warm complexion is her biggest asset. She not only walks the ramp but also trains new models and choreographs shows.

2. Nina Manuel

She was a part of the new wave of dusky models who were taking the fash frat by storm. She is one of the most celebrated models in the country today owing to her blessed looks and potential.

3. Madhu Sapre

Madhu Sapre scandalised the nation when she had a naked photoshoot with co-model Milind Soman. She was one of the boldest models and was catalytic in bringing about a revolutionary change in the perception of models in India.

4. Sheetal Mallar

Sheetal beat Madhu Sapre to win the Femina Look of the Year in 1994 and there was no looking back for her post it. After her stay on top for years, Sheetal bid adieu to the ramp last year.

5. Diandra Soares

Diandra was probably the first bald model to ever be seen on the runway. Huffington Post described her as the most beautiful bald model ever seen. Her knack for being passionately different led her to the top of her game.

6. Bipasha Basu

Before she became an actress, Bipasha was a top-notch model. She won the Gladrags Supermodel Hunt early in her career and was one of the most sought after models of her time. She reportedly got bored of modelling which is why she moved on to acting and found success there too.

7. Nethra Raghuraman

This South Indian beauty has been a prominent face on the ramp and the tele screens for years. Shehas worked in several acclaimed movies but her first love remains modelling and fashion lovers will never complain.

8. Ujjwala Raut

Ujjwala Raut can be called the most successful model in terms of international acclaim. Having walked the ramp for Roberto Cavalli, Dolce and Gabbana, Gucci, Valentino, Oscar de la Renta and Victoria's Secret, Ujjwala is the most recognised Indian face on the international fashion scene.

9. Carol Gracias

Her beautiful complexion commands admiration whenever she struts down the runway. She showed the world her professionalism with the way she handled her infamous wardrobe malfunction. Till date, her presence at any show adds class to it.

10. Jesse Randhawa

Jesse is also known as the runway tigress. Her magnanimous presence at the ramp overshadows all others. Married to choreographer Sandeep Soparkar, Jesse has also evolved to become a great dancer. Modelling or dancing, Jesse knows how to do it best.

Source: Yahoo Lifestyle

Kingfisher Calendar 2011

January- a new beginning

Kingfisher Calendar girl 2011 Angela Jonsson heralds a new beginning as the world steps into a New Year amidst the beautiful landscape of Mauritius.

February- the month of love

Lisa Haydon welcomes the Sun in yogic style as the winter gets ready to say a goodbye. With the blue waters of Mauritius and a matching sky, the summer gets ready to make a perfect entry.

March- summer's here

As summer steps in, a splash of water is a welcome relief, so says Anjali Lavania.

April- the first showers

When the King of Fruits steps in, the summer peaks. Fiona Thomas lolls on the white stands in a mango-orange swimsuit.

May- time to holiday

Hot and sultry Lisa Haydon sizzles on sun-kissed Mauritius shores.

June- wet days ahead

Cherlotte Lohmann waits for the monsoon with all eagerness.

July- the rains in full fury 

Ahh.. the monsoon breeze is soothing. Kingfisher Calendar Girl 2011 Angela Jonsson ambles on the sands in an aquamarine blue bikini.

August- here come the festivals 

The end of monsoon makes the season an ideal time to wander. Cherlotte Lohmann saunters around with the big cats.

September- goodbye rains

Amidst dunes, the month is ready for a fresh beginning. Anjali Lavania signals the arrival of September with a splash of colours.

October- changeover time 

A season when life springs to action. Lisa Haydon sets the ramp on fire.

November- winter's here

Lisa Golden on a fast lane with a couple of Cheetahs as the world gets ready to welcome another year.

December- cold days ahead

With the winter all set to come in, a bit of sunshine works magic on the body. Lisa Haydon says it in style.

Source: MSN Lifestyle

Image credits: Atul Kasbekar

Childhood of Bollywood Stars

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