Junior Bachchan-A Liar

Abhishek Bachchan is caught in the buzz this time is that he denied meeting Claudia Ciesla, a German supermodel at the Cannes Festival. The junior Bachchan also went ahead and said that if such news about him meeting Claudia benefits her then he has no problems with the news that he met her during Cannes.

Now when Claudia heard this she could not stop herself from reacting. A shocked Claudia even has photographs to prove her meeting with the star.

What Claudia had to say was, “Is Abhishek a liar or does he have a bad memory? He might not remember me. We met at the Indian pavilion at Cannes. His wife wasn’t there with him when we met.” The supermodel Claudia wishes that Abhishek Bachchan speaks the truth if they ever meet again in the future.

The two had a brief meeting where she discussed he forthcoming film, ‘Karma: Crime, Passion and Reincarnation’ directed by Shahjahan. Claudia is currently trying to set herself in the film industry.

A source confirms the meeting and says, “Claudia met Abhishek at the festival as well as Subhash Ghai. She was seen having an animated conversation with Abhishek and he too was listening intently to her.”

What Abhishek has to say after all this..

Abhishek in Candid Mood

Abhishek Bachchan in a jolly and candid mood, laughing, joking and

generally going for casual humour. On the occasion of the anniversary

of a luxury product at the Emporio mall, the dude answered every
single question, and not one ‘no comments’.

On Giving Autograph
Someone wanted his autograph, and thrust a scrap of paper into his
hands. “For my daughter, please, she’s crazy about you,” said the
lady. “I appreciate, but I’d still need a pen,” said Abhi, with a very
straight face, while the lady blushed.

On Pa
Tell us about the French connection in Pa, one journo wanted to know.
“French connection?

Abhi replied with a wit & humour, the film is being directed by Balki, and I must say, so far he’s an Indian. So, no French connection, ma’am,” shot back Abhi.

But perhaps no one realised, even then, that Abhishek Bachchan was in a decidedly candid un-Bachchan mood.

Conversation turned towards his losing and putting on weight, working with Aishwarya, and doing photoshoots with sibling Shweta Nanda...

Answer came quick,“Aishwarya is my wife, and Shweta my elder sister first and foremost. Nothing is going to change that. They both pamper me silly. And as for putting on and losing weight, it’s a very tough task. It might sound fun, but it’s not. It is very demanding on the
body.”

On walking the Red Carpet at Cannes

And the Cannes veteran that he is now, has he quite mastered the art of walking the Red Carpet?

Abhi replied that, “We go there for work. Yes, it is seen as being very glamorous and prestigious, but at the end of the day, it is work for us. The Cannes festival is one of the biggest movie markets in the world. We go there to sell our films, it is a fantastic platform. The
whole world comes there to buy and sell films,” says Abhi.

And what about the tiny spark of controversy?

“What controversy?” he asks, fidgeting with his ring a bit – which, by the way, is a habit of Abhi’s. He keeps playing with his ring every now and then. Oh, those reports of him ‘chatting and discussing’ with and enjoying the company of German supermodel and Playboy playmate
Claudia Ciesla at the Indian Pavilion at Cannes? “If all this helps
her, it’s great. Best of luck to her,” says Abhi, and adds firmly, “But I don’t know the lady. Never met her.”

Abhishek Bachchan refuses more photos at Cannes

The smart dude, Abhishek Bachchan has clamped down on having his photo taken with fans at the Cannes film festival after a false story was printed.

The actor, who is married to former Miss World Aishwarya Rai, made the decision following being photographed with model Claudia Ciesla, which prompted rumours that the two had been flirting at a party.

A source told that "Abhishek didn’t even know who she was. Even after the photograph came out, he couldn’t recognise Claudia.

"It took him a long while to realise this was a photograph taken at Cannes randomly, one among many that must have been clicked with him and his wife Aishwarya."

It is a shocking incident of a recent rivalry that the Mirror exposed last week. Abhishek and Aishwarya for now have decided to be careful about who they get clicked with. Even if they click with them otherwise .

Father and Son Duo

The Secret History of the Dalai Lamas, which is to be directed by the French director Jan Kounen, could have Abhishek Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan in the lead.

The director is currently at the Cannes Film Festival where his film will be showcased. According to the film’s producer Manuel de la Roche, The Secret History of the Dalai Lamas will trace the history of the Dalai Lamas from the fourteenth century.

In an interview to the IANS, Roche had said: “We are very keen to cast the father and son duo in key roles in the film. Sharon Stone, who is a practicing Tibetan Buddhist, will step in as the narrator, while Hollywood star Richard Gere will also be involved with the project.” The film will be shot in several Indian locations including Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh.

Amitabh and Abhishek have worked together in various films like Bunty Aur Babli , Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna , Jhoom Barabar Jhoom and the intense Sarkar series. Director R. Balakrishnan is presently tapping the amazing chemistry of the father and son in his next Pa . Now, the Big B and Abhi are on the wishlist of Roche.

Abhishek accompanies Ash to Cannes

Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan, launched the India Pavillion on the Cannes beach front amidst great fanfare even as festival's Deputy General-Delegate Christian Jeune hoped that India would soon end its dry run at the French festival.

Abhi who was not accompanied by wifey Aishawairya drew a crowd of photographers, pen pushers and autograph-seekers, who elbowed one another to get closer to the star, who was clearly the man of the moment.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and veteran actress Sharmila Tagore who is on the festival jury, failed to make an appearance much to the dismay of the assembled crowd but the event was attended by Subhash Ghai, Deepti Naval, Manisha Koirala, producer Bobby Bedi and Christian Jeune, Deputy General-Delegate of the Cannes Film Festival amongst others.

In a brief speech, Jeune hoped that India's dry run at the Festival, now on since the 2002 Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Devdas", would soon end.

Deepti Naval is in Cannes to screen her debut feature, "Two Paise for Sunshine, Four Annas for Rain", in the market tomorrow along with Manisha Koirala, who plays the lead in the film.

Hubby Abhi Cheers for Ash

Hubby Abhi doesn’t mind being overshadowed by his wife Aishwarya Rai.Whether it was Cannes Film Festival or NDTV’s unveiling of ‘The Seven Wonders of India’, wherever Ashwiarya is Abhi is.

Bollywood beauty Aishwarya Rai gave a stunning performance at the occasion of unveiling of "The Seven Wonders of India" in Delhi recently .

Seated among the audiences were hubby Abhishek Bachchan , in-laws Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan and Ash’s parents.

Dressed in a traditional outfit, Aishwarya performed with Shiamak Davar and his troupe for nearly an hour. The performances, set to a medley of popular Bollywood numbers, showcased the colours, heritage and music of India.

Abhishek, who wore a black suit and clean-shaven look, cheered on from his seat.

Later, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan unveiled two spiritual wonders of India – Golden Temple and Tawang Monastery, respectively. Mrs. Bachchan said she had visited Golden Temple in the past.

The seven wonders unveiled at the function are: Jaisalmer Fort, the
ancient Nalanda University, Red Fort, Konark Sun temple, Dholavira,
Khajuraho, and the Meenakshi Temple.

The event also featured a fashion show showcasing the traditional
textiles and designs of India by leading designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee.

After ‘Guru’, the actor is teaming up with his wife once again for
Mani Ratnam’s next film, Ravana.