The much talked about book dedicated to the films and memorabilia of Bollywood’s mega star Amitabh Bachchan, ‘Bachchanalia’ was released in Mumbai on Saturday. The Bachchan family got together for the book launch. Bollywood actor Aamir Khan was the guest of honour at the occasion.

On this occassion, Aamir Khan was all praises for the superstar of the millenium. He said, “Often I find in this line that success is not directly proportionate to talent and hard work. But here is one case where it is certainly proportionate to the talent and hardwork Mr Bachchan has.”

Both Abhishek and Aishwarya, who were present at the function expressed joy and honour to be a part of the Bachchan family. Aishwarya said that she was looking forward to go through the book.

‘Bachchanalia : The Films and Memorabilia of Amitabh Bachchan’ is co-authored by noted film author Bhawana Somaaya.

Rakesh Roshan and some of his friends went to a screening of Ashutosh Gowariker’s Jodhaa Akbar on Friday and they came away breathless. Roshan was completely overwhelmed by the film and his son Hrithik’s performance in it.

He realized that he has never managed to evoke such a powerful performance from Hrithik in any of his films. Everyone that has seen it is predicting that it will be the top grosser of the year with Hrithik walking away with all the awards. Will his leading lady Aishwarya Rai Bachchan come away with awards as well?

We’ll see after its release this Friday, the 15th of February.

After Bollywood’s dancing queen Madhuri Dixit’s latest film Aaja Nachle, we wonder what new ventures might be in her future and how another Bollywood diva, namely Aishwarya Rai Bachchan feels about Dixit’s return to the silver screen.

Last seen mesmerized audiences together in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas, Rai doesn’t fear competition from Dixit. Rather, she says Dixit is a very talented actress and dancer and she would like to work with her again if the opportunity comes along.

“We shared a very good rapport at the time of working in Devdas and were very comfortable with each other. I want to wish her success.” said the former Miss World.

What: Bachchan Family with Mayor of London and Mylenne Klass
Where: Taj Mahal Palace & Tower in Mumbai
When: November 22, 2007

London and Mumbai – a creative celebration was hosted by Ken Livingstone, the Mayor of London who is at the end of his week long tour of India to deepen London-India relationships.

The event also honored Amitabh Bachchan with ‘The Visit London Special Award for Outstanding Achievement sponsored by Virgin Atlantic’ for being one of the most influential Bollywood actor of the last 30 years. A special prelude to the annual Visit London Awards 2007 sponsored by Eurostar will be held in London on 29 November.

Leading artists from London and India including UK classical artist Myleene Klass and the singing star Sonu Nigam wowed everyone with their performances.

What: Mumbai Police Diwali Mela Annual Function 2007
Where: Andheri Sports Complex, Mumbai
When: November 4, 2007