Shahid payed tribute at Filmfare

Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor payed tribute to late iconic pop star Michael Jackson at the Filmfare Awards. He performed on MJ song for eight minutes.

Shahid said that I am a huge fan of Micheal Jackson, and I really miss him a lot. I attended his concert when he performed in India and I have done rehearsal for 15 days to do this concert.

PETA awards

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It was PETA's 10th anniversary bash where the celebrities from the tinsel town had gathered to be honoured with humanitarian awards. It was held at the Trident Hotel at Bandra kurla Complex, in Mumbai.

It was a great time for Shahid Kapoor as he was honoured with the PETA Asia Sexiest Vegetarian Award. Receiving the award, actress Celine Jaitley said, "Animals are my first love, getting PETA's award motivates me to do more work for animals."

Raveena Tandon feels great after being honoured. She says, "Animals need us to speak for them. Let's stop the cruelty and let us make a difference."

John Abraham hosted the event. He was the one who had campaigned for PETA for caged birds. He however could not be contacted for comment.

Lifetime achievement honour for Gulzar

Noted lyricist Gulzar was bestowed with the lifetime achievement honour at a function in Mumbai. Also actress Priyanka Chopra and actor Shahid Kapoor won the Teacher's Achievement Awards.




Priyanka Chopra bagged the award in the entertainment category. She said, “I am thankful to the jury. Whenever I get a prize, I think this would not have been possible without the constant support of my parents.” She dedicated her award to her mother.

Shahid bagged the Teacher's People Magazine Achiever award. He told IANS, “I feel special. It's really a big achievement when such an eminent set of jury has decided to give me the award.”

Said the award presenter, “We are hopeful that each edition of the Teacher's Achievement Awards shall inspire and encourage people from all walks of life to strive for accomplishment that not just add to individual glory but also propel societal growth and well-being.”

Football Stars at IIFA 2009

IIFA Awards 2009 will kick off with Football stars John Terry and Frank Lampard

IIFA is back and so are the stars, the glamour, the performances and some light hearted moments. Starting from 11th June in Macau, it will end with the award ceremony on the 13th.

But its time to rejoice for you football fanatics as ace Chelsea footballers John Terry and Frank Lampard too will be at the event.

Last year's host, Ritesh Deshmukh and Boman Irani will host the show this year too.
Kareena Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra and Sonam Kapoor are all set to sizzle the stage with their performances.

As usual the grand affair will see not less than 500 luiminaries form Bollywood film industry to witness this extravaganza.