Bollywood Star ASIN THOTTUMKAL

What Asin gets on her birthday..

2011-10-26T13:36:00.000+05:30

Asin Thottumkal, the most beloved actress of the South, who also manages to be part of hit films in Bollywood, celebrates her birthday today (26-Oct-2011). Let us wish this lovely lass a very happy birthday.

Birthday girl, Kerala born multilingual actress Asin has gifted herself a three-bedroom, 6,000 square-feet plush apartment on Marine Drive in Kochi today. It's her third apartment in Kochi, besides that she already has two plush apartments in Mumbai.

"It's a beautiful apartment, overlooking the lake. It also gives a glimpse of small ships that come there. You can spend hours sitting on the sun deck," says Asin adding, "It's been a good year for me, so I thought why not gift an apartment to myself. And that's what I've done."

Asin has had a good year with Ready, her film with actress Salman Khan breaking box-office records. Right now, it's her house that's taken all her attention. According to the actress, it may take her another month or so to move into her new house as the interiors of herhouse are yet to be done.

"I will be leaving soon to shoot for Housefull 2, and won't be around when the apartment will be ready. So, I guess, it will be some time before I get to move into my house," says Asin.

The actress says that though she has not planned any party yet, she is confident of a 'surprise' in store for her. "Last year, I had my closest friends drop by on my birthday. I am sure something will happen this birthday as well," says the vivacious actress.

Undoubtedly, she is mighty excited about how the day unfolds.

"I am really lucky to have such beautiful and loving friends," she says and adds, "My parents are known for giving me pleasant surprises every birthday. I can smell this year too they are planning something".

Turning a year older today (i.e. 26) the actress maintains a carefree attitude about her age and said to sources that she has no qualms over talking about it.

So what did the actress get for her birthday from her parents? The actress says that since her birthday this year falls on Diwali, she got a combined gift for Dhanteras and her birthday as well. "I got a lovely diamond jewellery set from my mom. It's quite chic and I will be wearing it soon," she says.

"Ask me", laughs Asin, "I am now really waiting for something that truly manages to surprise me. My parents have been doing all to make me happy. They know how much I chill out when it comes to this day. However, looks like they would have to get some more tricks up their sleeves to surprise me. I end up getting to know pretty much well in advance about everything that they plan."

Back in 2008, the unit of London Dreams had invited her for a wrap up party before she left London and the actress was overwhelmed to find that it was a surprise birthday party that Salman Khan and Ajay Devgan had arranged for her.

Well, this year she can actually expect something really fantastic coming her way. Last year, her friends from overseas have paid her a visit, Asin is eagerly waiting to see how her next few hours unfold.

Now the actress is currently busy with Rohit Shetty's Bol Bachchan in which she shares screen space with Ajay Devgn and Abhishek Bachchan and Sajid Khan's Housefull 2 co-starring Akshay Kumar, John Abraham and Zarine Khan.

Wishing Happy Birthday to Asin this Diwali

2011-10-26T04:28:00.000+05:30

Yeah, dear fans, admirers and worshipers of Asin may happily join in wishing our beauty-with-brain a Very Happy Birthday as it does this year (2011) interestingly coincide with Diwali, a festival that's celebrated widely.

Let's join hands and wish this gorgeous-looking talented multilingual actress live longer!!

Happy Onam to Kerala gifted Asin

2011-09-09T16:19:00.002+05:30

Her pretty face is all smiles when Asin reminisces about her Onams in Kochi. On Onam, the Kerala born Indian actress takes a trip down memory lane.

The effervescent Asin Thottumkal, who hails from a Catholic family in Kerala, has three festivals marked out on her calendar each year. One is Onam, and the other two are Christmas and New Year.

Onam (Malayalam: ഓണം) is a fesitival celebrated by the people of Kerala, India. It falls during the month of Chingam (August–September) and marks the homecoming of the legendary Emperor Mahabali. The festival lasts for ten days and is linked to many elements of Kerala's culture and tradition. Intricate flower carpets, elaborate banquet lunch, snake boat races, Puli Kali, and the Kaikottikkali dance all play a part in the festival.

"I have had colourful Onams with grand celebrations," she says, adding nostalgically, "Home was the centre of festivities with Athapoo, Thiruvathira kali, oonjal [swing], my favourite being the king of sweets – ada pradhaman – and a full-scale sadhya."

Asin Thottumkal is an actress who does not generally take off on extended holidays.

"We really celebrated Onam in a big way and that is why I miss it even more. It gets difficult to celebrate festivals when you have a packed shooting schedule. Even this time, the chances of spending the day with my family seemed bleak as I'm stationed in Rajasthan till October, but fortunately I managed to get two days off around Onam. So I flew down to Mumbai on Tiruonam (main festival) today to spend the day with my parents. My mom will be cooking up a feast and I’m looking forward to polishing it all off," smiles the Mallu beauty.

The humanitarian side of Asin

2011-06-01T20:49:00.000+05:30

Malayali beauty Asin Thottumkal, the Ghajini star, has recently helped her maid with Rs 4 lakh to buy a house for herself.

Elaborating about the large-heartedness of Asin, a source close to the actress said, "Asin's maid who has been working for her since four to five years wanted to buy a house in Goregaon and the actress had promised her all the help she could, including money. And that she did, giving her as much as four lakh rupees!"

"My 'memsaab' is very kind hearted. She not only pays me well but helps me with money whenever I need it for my household expenses or children's medical aid," says the happy maid.

Giving expression to her humanitarian side, southern actress Asin Thottumkal, back in 2010, had decided to fund the education of Radhika, an eight-year-old orphan girl from Kerala.

"I have been working for children's education and child rights for a long time and yes, it is true that I have taken over the entire education cost of this eight-year-old," Asin said in a statement.

The 25-year-old multilingual actress will financially support the child right up to her college.

"Not just her, I have been looking at taking care of many other children. I have plans of expanding my boundaries and help as many people as possible," the charming starlet said.

For Asin, charity is a regular, she says, "I keep helping the poor and the needy as and when I can, and that is not a big deal. I do not like to discuss this as I don't do it for publicity."

On the professional front, the actress will have her film with Salman - READY hit the screens coming 03-June-2011. Asin is going to be off to London, for the filming of her next film Housefull 2 shortly.

Asin showering praises for Salman

2011-05-31T19:45:00.001+05:30

Kerala born multilingual Indian film actress Asin Thottumkal, who will be seen opposite Salman Khan in her forthcoming film READY, is all praise for the actor who she says is very straight-forward and can never indulge in double standards.

Asin has earlier worked with Salman Khan in London Dreams, followed by Ready and both the times, the bubbly mallu girl couldn't help but get charmed by the Khan.

If gossip-mongers in B-town are to be believed then Khan has gifted Asin a puppy and a flat, but the actress denies receiving any such presents.

"The rumours doing rounds about Salman gifting me anything is totally absurd. I love pet animals but I don't have any. And about the flat, I found the report silly as I am staying in the same flat where I moved during Ghajini," she said.

Talking about her experience of working with Bollywood's hottest hunk, Asin says, "Working with Salman is fun. We share a great bond and comfort level and therefore even work becomes pleasure."

She is the leading lady in 'Ready' but actress Asin Thottumkal says she has no problems with Salman Khan hogging the limelight in the film's promotions.

"When a film stars Salman Khan, it is but natural that the script is written to accentuate his presence in the film. It is also logical to have the film revolve around him. The same has to reflect in the promos as well where his style and mannerisms are exposed to the audience," Asin says.

During the making of Ready, Asin was constantly overwhelmed by Salman’s kind nature. “He extends so much help to new talent. I’ve seen youngsters come to him for advice with their portfolios almost every day. He takes them under his wing if he believes in their talent,” says Asin, adding, "He is chilled out and not insecure despite all the hype and euphoria surrounding him. I love his straight-faced humour."

Asin, who is alleged to be having a hook-up with the B-town's most eligible bachelor Salman Khan, seems to have observed the hunk quite closely.

Salman is considered the 'bad boy' of Bollywood, but Asin says, "I personally never experienced his notorious side. He is very pure from his heart and direct with people."

"He never speaks one thing on the face and other on your back," says Asin about Salman Khan. He is something special and I would love to act with him again and again, she adds.

Directed by Anees Bazmee, Ready is all set to release on June 3.

Asin as seen at READY audio launch (photo stills)

2011-05-24T15:44:00.000+05:30

Here we have Asin for you, as photographed during the event of 'music launch' of her Salman starring Bollywood film READY.

Kerala born multilingual filmstar Asin shared the stage with co-stars Salman Khan and Zarine Khan at the occasion.

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Produced by T-Series and directed by Anees Bazmee, the film is set to release in first week of June 2011.

Wonderful facial closeup pics of Asin

2011-04-19T20:20:00.000+05:30

Yeah, here we have two wonderful closeup snaps of our angelic Kerala born actress Asin Thottumkal of Ghajini movie fame.. Have a look so that you may effectively praise her charm!

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Asin praised for READY

2011-04-15T23:48:00.000+05:30

Anees Bazmee’s Ready, which has been shot in several locations including Thailand and Colombo, has Salman Khan and Asin Thottumkal in lead roles.

The movie went on the floors in December last year and is slated for release on June 3, a record for a Salman Khan film.

Salman Khan is full of praises for his co-star Asin. With their upcoming film “Ready” all set for June 2011 release, Salman has gone a step further and compared Asin to Madhuri Dixit.

The Dabangg actor said, "It’s a family entertainer, and there’s everything good about the movie, including an ideal woman just like Madhuri in Hum Aapke Hain Kaun. In ‘Ready’ it’s Asin."

The duo had earlier worked together in London Dreams and is presently working together in Ready. Their chemistry has reportedly come out very well on-screen according to the director and the unit.

Director Anees Bazmee also joined Salman in showering some praise on the actress. According to the filmmaker, who has directed her in her forthcoming film READY, "Asin is a surprise package. I was bowled over by her acting prowess and she comes worth such lucidity on screen that you cannot stop admiring her."

Ready on the sets - Asin stills

2011-04-12T21:55:00.000+05:30

Actor Salman Khan is excited about the film 'Ready', and impressed by his co-star Asin... Salman Khan's 'Ready' is close to release and the actor is quite confident about the movie.

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Ghajini girl Bollywood actress Asin is very fond of superstar Salman Khan. The two had earlier worked together in London Dreams and is presently working together in Ready.

Asin about her marriage

2011-04-10T18:47:00.000+05:30

News about Salman- Asin marriage had been the highlight topic of Bollywood, by the end of last year (2010). Reports even claimed that Asin's parents tried to dissuade their daughter from going ahead with the marriage.

Yes, it was Asin's on-screen marriage with Salman Khan for Anees Bazmi's "Ready" that stirred quite a sensation. Asin's comment was: I'm enjoying the joke.

Knowing she'll be miffed, still one can't stop asking her that question..when is she getting married? "Oh, no..don't ask me that. My focus is on my career, in the process of working if I find the right guy I will not hesitate to reveal," she says a tad irritatedly.

Asin definitely wants to do something that sends a powerful message first and wants to be remembered for the right reasons other than marriage.

Asin is not seeing Neil Nitin Mukesh

2011-04-06T14:23:00.001+05:30

Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh was often spotted with the Ghajini fame Kerala gifted Asin, and it as usual led to gossips making rounds. When asked whether the rumours about their affair is true, here comes what the charming actress had to say:

"Rubbish! Neil is a very good friend. We meet, have dinners and chat, that doesn’t mean we are going around. I guess these gossip mongers have forgotten about a term called ‘friend’. If I am seeing someone I will happily acknowledge it. Isn’t finding a great partner something to be happy about rather than hiding it?" she retorts.

Is Asin becoming highly insecure these days? A Mumbai tabloid has reported that she recently got into a heated argument with her hair stylist and yelled at her. The reason - The actress fears being deliberately sabotaged by her rivals who wanted her to look ugly!!

Recently there were also reports of Asin being insecure about her position in Bollywood. "Insecure and me? Such stories make me laugh. I am the last person on this earth to be insecure as an actor or as an individual. I am very happy and content in my space," she says.

The working style of ASIN

2011-02-24T01:10:00.000+05:30

Says the Mallu beauty, "Whether it was Aamir in 'Ghajini' or Salman in 'London Dreams' and now 'Ready', I didn't have to make any changes to adapt to their working style"

ASIN in a classy mustard yellow lace dress

2010-12-29T14:37:00.000+05:30

Asin is in bollywood and we can expect her in fashionable outfits like you see here...

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Asin charmed in a classy mustard yellow lace dress at Burberry bash at Hotel Four Seasons in Mumbai. The bubbly damsel wore a sleeveless body hugging dress with ruffle detail on skirt.

The 25-year-old Ghajini star accessorized with metallic gladiators, chunky earrings and a sparkling statement ring on her right hand middle finger. Asin's wavy waist length hair draped her left shoulder. The charming Keralite actress wore metallic eye shadow, neutral lipgloss and pink nail polish.

The fact behind the Salman-Asin wedding

2010-12-25T00:08:00.000+05:30

The wedding was actually a scene being shot from the film ‘Ready’ in which Asin marries Salman against her parents’ wishes. However, mistakenly, some felt that she had, indeed, got married to him.

The press in the South is claiming that Asin tied the knot with Salman Khan earlier this week in the presence of close friends.

As the evidence, a photograph of Salman dressed as a dulha and Asin as his new bride was splashed in the press reports. Quite obviously, a lot of people believed it and the pretty Kerala born actress was flooded with congratulatory calls and messages.

The actress sighs deeply when responding, "At last, the rumours are coming true. Salman and I are finally married. It's a first for both of us."

Before you continue to more guesses, here comes the interesting fact behind all this... Asin can’t stop laughing because it was a shoot for her film Ready with Salman Khan. In the scene, Asin marries Salman against her parent’s wishes. Apparently, someone thought she was getting married for real and published the story which was picked up by others in the media down south. In fact, the news of Asin’s marriage even reached her native place Kerala.

She laughs, "You know, I'm quite enjoying the joke about my wedding. I've been in my bridal outfit taking the saat pheras, for a week now.

I almost feel I'm really married. The family opposition that is being talked about is also part of the script."

Asin adds that she never knew that getting married was so much fun and adventure. She says, "I've gone through Malayali, Tamil and Telugu marriages.

But this is my first Punjabi wedding. And I love it. I even danced at my sangeet to Laung Gawacha."

Romantic Asin with Vijay in Pune

2010-11-23T06:07:00.000+05:30

Ilayathalapathy Vijay’s Siddique directed Kaavalan was expected to release for Diwali, but the film is yet to be completed. It is likely to be a Christmas release.

The latest from the Kaavalan team is that Vijay and Asin have just returned from Lavasa, near Pune, where the song was canned recently. Lavasa is a picturesque location and is the first planned hill city in India where a Tamil film has been shot for the first time.

Sources say that it is the chemistry that the lead actors share in the film that is USP of ‘Kavalan’ and everyone associated with the upcoming flick is sure of the fact that the romantic number shot in Lavasa will top all music charts in the country. Dinesh, who has choreographed the song was very pleased with the performances of Vijay and Asin to the romantic number.

Asin denies shooting intimate scene with Salman

2010-11-23T06:04:00.000+05:30

Actress Asin seems to be controversy's favourite child. The lady in question found herself in the news for all the wrong reasons, after a rumour hit headlines across the web. So, what is latest about the Ghajini star.. Keep reading!

As per the recently made-up news, Asin has a steamy scene with Salman in the film and has finally let go off her imagination. The fact though is that this is far away from being true.

"I am rather amused to hear this because I haven't shot any steamy scene with Salman in Ready," said Asin.

With the lady at the hot seat going on the records about her act in the film, there is of course no room for any more speculation or rumour. "To think of it, the speculation by itself stands on a flimsy ground," smiles Asin.

She continues, "Ready is a family entertainer. Now tell me, where would such a scene feature in it in any case? It's really weird that someone actually thought of bringing out such news for a movie like this where there is no scope for such a sequence in any case."

What is DIWALI for Asin

2010-11-08T04:04:00.000+05:30

Quiz Asin about how she spends the day of Diwali (Deepavali), she says, "I get to indulge in family time."

"When you say Diwali, the first thing that comes to my mind is only new film releases. I literally had a blast on Diwali for three consecutive years in Kollywood when my films got released during this special occasion. I had rocking Diwalis when Sivakasi with Vijay, Varalaaru with Ajith and Vel with Suriya were huge blockbusters. This year also though my film Kaavalan with Vijay could not make it for Diwali, plans are on to release it in December.

On the personal front, this is the time to make that time for friends and family. This is the time to strengthen bonds and despite being in Kerala with family, where the festival isn’t celebrated with as much fervour, I ensure we indulge in good food and no calorie worries, humour and re-collect our good times together.

Ushering in the phase of more prosperity, I can only say I look forward to all my big assignments in Bollywood. In fact as I get busier I reflect on the cinema that I take up and Diwali as they say helps one to cast a fresh light, in my case perspective," Asin declares proudly.

Asinweb Wishing Happy Birthday to Asin

2010-10-26T00:26:00.003+05:30

Kerala gifted Bollywood and South Indian filmstar Asin turns 25, yes today (Oct 26) is her Birthday!

Let's wish the gorgeous and talented actress on this very special day!

Asinweb Blog wishes Asin a very very Happy Birthday.. Long Live Asin Thottumkal..!!! [ Read more ASIN news ]

Asin in new LUX advertisement - Behind the scenes

2010-09-21T20:21:00.002+05:30

She has been signed as the face of the soap's new variant Lux Sandal & Cream.

"It's a beauty accolade to be associated with the legendary beauty brand Lux, which has celebrated beauty and glamour over the decades. It gives me immense pride to endorse the new natural variant Lux Sandal & Cream, as I truly believe in being beautiful the natural way," said Asin.

Asin would ask you to use LUX soap

2010-09-17T12:26:00.001+05:30

Kerala gifted bollywood star Asin is now all set to become the brand ambassador of Lux, which is popularly called as 'filmi sitaaron ka saundarya saabun'..!

South actress Asin Thottumkal, has not only managed to create a niche for herself in the Hindi film industry, but also endorses some big brands like Mirinda, Big Bazaar, Sure - Anti perspirant, Tata Sky, Clinic All Clear, and Fairever Fairness cream.

Reportedly the southern sensation has already shot the TVC for the brand, which has been directed by Vinod P Vijay. Looks like Asin, the new 'Lux' babe, has all the 'lucks' in the world! >> [ Read more ASIN news ]

Asin faints on the sets of Vijay film

2010-04-19T23:03:00.000+05:30

Asin faints while shooting for the Vijay film Kaavalkaaran in Tamil Nadu

Asin Thottumkal, the Ghajini movie fame star from Kerala, is shooting for her upcoming Tamil film Kavalkaran opposite Vijay. Here is a shocking, yet interesting news about an incident reportedly happened on the sets of the Kollywood movie. Asin was rushed to the hospital due to the gas leak which suffocated her. A source reveals, "Asin was in her vanity van getting ready for her shot. She was with her make-up dada and hair stylist. Whilst getting ready, all three of them smelt a stench in the vanity van, but didn't think too much of it."

Recent event images of hottie Asin

2010-02-20T00:34:00.000+05:30

Here you have Asin as photographed while promoting Clinic All Clear at Hyderabad and attending the occasion of the announcement of nominees for the 55th Idea Filmfare Awards.

[ Asin promoting All Clear.. Pictures here ]

[ Asin @ Filmfare occasion.. Pictures here ]

Asin with a new friend in her lap!!!

2009-11-11T12:16:00.001+05:30

Kerala gifted bollywood star Asin has got a new friend. It's a cuddly puppet TV! They were caught two together promoting Tata Sky. Take a look!

Yeah, you might have seen the same puppet with Aamir Khan in an ad film in which he plays the role of a ventriloquist.

Asin almost seems to be the ventriloquist that visits the kids’ parties and school concerts with the newest Tata Sky Mascot on her lap. >> [ Read more ASIN news ]

Asin -- Kollywood to Bollywood

2009-11-08T11:16:00.004+05:30

Ghajini fame bollywood star Asin Excerpts speaks to The Hindu. Check out what she has to say here.

CHENNAI EXPRESS ASIN THOTTUMKAL

A subtle play of emotions. An underplayed characterisation. A perfect foil for the egos of two singers. A balanced performance without interfering with the powerful portrayals of Ajay Devgn and Salman Khan. With just the right momentum of a ‘Chennai Express’ to chug non-stop through a journey to fulfil London Dreams. That’s Asin - natural, spontaneous and expressive.

[ Hottie Asin Gallery ]

Does she miss Chennai and Kollywood? “Frankly, I would be open to offers from any industry, as long as the role is good. I have done most roles in the South, and don’t want to repeat them. If something really interesting comes up, I will not say no to a Tamil film. But, right now, things seem to be happening for me in Bollywood, and I feel I should give it a shot,” says Asin.

“My friends and well-wishers in the industry said they would have liked to see me in a meatier role (in London Dreams), knowing what I am capable of and what I have done so far in the South, especially in the Hindi remake of Ghajini. It is good to hear that! But I knew what I was getting into after reading the script; after all, the story was about two friends and everything else was supportive of that.

“That aside, I consider myself very fortunate that in just two films I have worked with two of the best directors and three of the top Bollywood actors. Can a beginner in Hindi films ask for more?” asks Asin.

“By mid 2008, London Dreams was offered to me and, I was like, ‘Wow! Is this happening to me?’ Frankly, I had no big Bollywood dreams and still don’t have. I am just going with the flow,” says Asin, who decided that moving lock, stock and barrel to Mumbai was essential for the growth of her career. [ Read full interview here ]

Asin's London Dreams - Review

2009-10-30T12:48:00.000+05:30

The much awaited Bollywood musical film London Dreams, directed by Vipul Shah has hit the worldwide screens today(Oct 30 2009). Starring Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn in lead roles, the film also features rising bollywood southie star Asin Thottumkal as the lead female character.

Asin, lovely to look at, is but a bizarre cross between a cheerleader and a groupie, whose talent lies in doing variations of the belly dance on stage. She joins the band at a make-or-break audition after this conversation: "Main kya karun?" she asks Rannvijay. "Just go with the flow," he answers. So, she shimmies and shakes a bit to impress the judges.

You may like London Dreams for its beautiful frames, some paisa-vasool moments between Salman and Devgn, a good background score and catchy songs. For the rest, you need willing suspension of disbelief. And large doses of it >> [ Read complete reviews ]