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Did Siddharth Mallya dump Deepika for Sonam?

Last updated on: February 6, 2012 17:40 IST
Sonam Kapoor

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Rumours of Sidhartha Mallya and Deepika Padukone parting ways have been doing rounds for quite some time now. But recent reports indicate that Sidhartha has set his eyes on Sonam Kapoor now and that's why he apparently dumped Deepika.

But Sonam denied the rumours and tweeted: 'I'm hearing the funniest rumors about myself! In thailand and all I can say is I'm on the floor laughing.'

The actress, who has been linked with her I Hate Luv Storys director Punit Malhotra in the past, also clarified that she isn't dating anyone.

'Okay morning guys I'm not mad @shahidkapoor or @punitdmalhotra and I'm not dating anyone! I'm minding my own business and working! Capish??' she added later.

Stars pray for cancer-stricken Yuvraj Singh

Last updated on: February 6, 2012 17:40 IST
Amitabh Bachchan

Bollywood stars tweeted their prayers for cricketer Yuvraj Singh, who has been diagnosed with cancer.
 
Amitabh Bachchan tweeted: 'Shocked to learn of Yuvraj Singh down with cancer..Yuvraj if you read this, know that we all pray for you..All shall and will be well. Yuvraj, get up in the morning and say it out loud - " Everyday in every way I am getting better and better !! " You will !!'

Shekhar Kapur shared a picture of Yuvraj as he wrote: 'This unforgettable pic of @yuvsingh09 who won us d world cup with a tumor in his lungs. A tru hero a tru man.'

Kunal Kohli tweeted: 'Yuvraj has done so much for Indian cricket.This world cup might not have happened without him. Let's pray for his recovery. Get well Yuvi.'

Mandira Bedi wrote: 'Lots of good, happy, positive energy to my dear friend @yuvsingh09 ! See u back home soon.'

Bollywood's tribute to Raj Kanwar

Last updated on: February 6, 2012 17:40 IST
Priyanka Chopra

Filmmaker Raj Kanwar passed away last Friday in Singapore. Bollywood celebrities who had had an opportunity to work with him, recalled their experiences and paid tribute to the late director.

P
riyanka Chopra tweeted: 'Saddens me so much,my 1st director Raj Kanwar passed away..RIP Rajji..U believed in me when even I didn't. Andaaz taught me everything I know just for old times sake.. I'll miss u Rajji..had just met him at my trial for don 2..he always encouraged me..till date.'

Bipasha Basu wrote: 'RIP Raj Kanwar!Very sad news!Live right now, never know whether the next moment is there or not!'

Abhishek Bachchan has wonderful memories to share. 'Terribly saddened by the passing of Raj Kanwar. Was the 1st person to sign me after Refuggee. He made Aishwarya and my 1st film together. Dhai Akshar Prem Ke. Was a lovely man, always happy, smiling and joking. Have wonderful wonderful memories of him. Now no more. Thank you so much Raj ji for the memories. I will miss you,' he wrote.

Lara Dutta tweeted: 'R.I.P. Raj ji. Friend,director and guide. Bid goodbye with a very heavy heart! :-(. We lost a kind, gentle, positive man.'

Akshay Kumar was also sad to learn about his demise. 'Deeply saddened to know, Raj Kanwar, one of our finest directors passed away. He'd directed two of my personal favourite films of my career, Andaaz & Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye. My thoughts & prayers with his family. RIP,' he updated.

What these stars are up to

Last updated on: February 6, 2012 17:40 IST
Mallika  Sherawat

Mallika Sherawat, who is shooting in Delhi for Kismet Luv Paisa Dilli, will be meeting her grandmother after 10 years! 'On ma way to delhi to shoot for Kismet luv paisa Dilli,is it very cold there?? Looking forward to meet my beloved grandma after 10years!!feeling nervous and happy:)xoxo' she updated.

Meanwhile, from what it seems, Dia Mirza won't be getting married anytime soon either. 'I am not surprised that now people decide for me when its happening :) (marriage)' she tweeted.

Riteish Deshmukh thanked everyone for their wishes. 'Today @geneliad n me start our lives together-Thank you so much for showering unconditional love on us,' he wrote.

Priyanka Chopra is in Hyderabad, shooting for Krrish 3. 'No sunrise yet! Pitch dark in Hydrabad!only my team and the street dogs for company! Cooold! Brrrr!tho it Gets super hot by morning!' she tweeted.

Neha Dhupia has finished shooting for Maximum. 'Jus finished our last day of shoot for #maximum ... So happy to be a part of the film!' she updated.

Akshay Kumar, who reached 1 million followers on Twitter, thanked his fans. 'Thank you! Thank you! Thank you so much. We are now a #1million strong family :) Keep the love coming. Cheers!!' he wrote.

Madhuri Dixit's wax statutue will be unveiled on March 7 in London. 'Madame Tussaud's unveiling on March 7th, 2012. C u then!' she updated.

The Bachchans' celebrate Abhishek's birthday

Last updated on: February 6, 2012 17:40 IST
Abhishek Bachchan

This year, the Bachchans decided to keep Abhishek's birthday a private affair.

Amitabh Bachchan updated: 'A Sunday asunder ...Abhishek's birthday and a quiet prayer for him among family..later, the fans at the gate and even later, music !'

Meanwhile, Abhishek Bachchan thanked everyone for their wishes. 'A HUGE thank you to all of you for all your birthday wishes. They have truly made my day. Have read each and every one. Thank you so so much,' he tweeted.

Tweet pix

Last updated on: February 6, 2012 17:40 IST
Vikram Bhatt and Bipasha Basu

Bipasha Basu shared a picture (left) of her with director Vikram Bhatt from the sets of Raaz 3.

'@TheVikramBhatt n me!He gt me interested in acting in Raaz n then I decided tht I will be an actor!' she tweeted with the picture.

Raj Kundra, on the other hand, shared a picture of wife Shilpa Shetty and him together as he wrote: 'Had a great day shopping, sightseeing and eating a nice hot chocolate crepe with @theshilpashetty.'