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Time of India
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cristiano Ronaldo–Bipasha Basu kiss photo: Did Bollywood actress cheat on her ex-boyfriend John Abraham?
Cristiano Ronaldo–Bipasha Basu kiss photo: It's almost crazy that both Bipasha Basu and Cristiano Ronaldo are making headlines at the same time. While Bipasha is going viral on Instagram thanks to her old 'Bipasha Bipasha' song, Cristiano Ronaldo is in the news for proposing to his longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez with a massive ring. Their simultaneous spotlight has revived chatter about past rumours linking the two. In fact, as seen in some photos, Bipasha and Ronaldo once appeared to share a 'kiss,' which sent the internet into a frenzy. As the two dominate headlines now, here's a look back at that rumour. Remember when Bipasha Basu and Cristiano Ronaldo's dating rumours spread like wildfire? Bipasha Basu and Cristiano Ronaldo were never actually a couple, but back in 2007, rumours of a romance between them spread like wildfire, becoming a hot topic in both Bollywood and sports gossip. The buzz started after they met at the New Seven Wonders of the World ceremony in Lisbon, Portugal. Bipasha attended as a Bollywood representative, while Ronaldo was already an international football superstar. The two were photographed chatting and laughing, but it was one particular picture showing what appeared to be a kiss on the cheek that set the internet and tabloids ablaze. So today i found out that Cristiano Ronaldo and Bipasha Basu were 'a thing' 😆 shook 🙌🏻😂 At the time, Bipasha was reportedly in a relationship with actor John Abraham, which only intensified the gossip. Media outlets speculated about the nature of her connection with Ronaldo, with many hinting at something beyond friendship. Bipasha later shut down the rumours, clarifying in interviews that they were simply friends and had met in a completely professional, friendly setting. She said the so-called 'kiss' was nothing more than a playful moment in the excitement of the event and described Ronaldo as 'the sweetest guy.' Despite her explanation, the images continued to resurface over the years, keeping the 'Bipasha–Ronaldo kiss' alive as one of the most talked-about celebrity gossip moments of the late 2000s. Bipasha Basu's relationship with John Abraham Bipasha Basu and John Abraham first met in 2002 on the sets of Jism, where their on-screen chemistry quickly blossomed into a real-life relationship. For nearly a decade, they were seen as one of Bollywood's most glamorous couples, starring together in films like Aetbaar and Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal and making frequent public appearances. 962-Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal (2007) Their romance ended in 2011, with Bipasha later suggesting that disagreements over commitment and marriage were behind the breakup. John went on to marry Priya Runchal in 2014, while Bipasha married Karan Singh Grover in 2016, yet their time together remains one of the most memorable love stories in Bollywood. Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez's engagement After over eight years together, Cristiano Ronaldo proposed to Georgina Rodríguez, who confirmed the engagement on Instagram by flaunting her stunning ring with the caption (translated from Spanish): "Yes, I do. In this and in all my lives." Experts estimate the ring weighs between 25 and 37 carats and could be worth $2 million to $5 million, depending on its quality and design.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Ratan Tata borrowed money from Amitabh Bachchan at Heathrow Airport: "Can I borrow some money? I don't have any…"
Amitabh Bachchan and Ratan Tata shared a rare and respectful bond — both personally and professionally. Though the legendary industrialist is no longer with us, his legacy lives on through stories shared by those who knew him. Known for his humility despite his immense wealth, Ratan Tata left a lasting impression on everyone he met. A perfect example of this was shared by Amitabh Bachchan during an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16, where filmmaker Farah Khan and actor Boman Irani were the special guests. Mr. Bachchan fondly recalled a moment that truly captured Tata's grounded nature and quiet grace. Recalling one unforgettable incident, he said the two were once on a flight to London together. After landing at Heathrow Airport , Ratan Tata realised he had been separated from his aides and needed to make a phone call. 'He stepped into a phone booth to call someone,' Bachchan shared with a smile. 'I was standing nearby. A little later, he walked up to me and said something I still can't believe — 'Amitabh, can I borrow some money? I don't have any change to make a phone call.'' Calling him 'such a simple human being,' Mr. Bachchan paused and added emotionally, 'Kya aadmi the, main bata nahi sakta. ' A simple ask in a London airport revealed a lot more than words ever could — the quiet dignity and humility that defined Ratan Tata. Big B also recalled another interaction where Mr Tata's modesty took even his friends by surprise. He recounted how a friend who attended an event with Ratan Tata was astonished when he asked him for a ride home. 'Ratan Tata told my friend, 'Can you drop me home? I just live behind your house,'' Mr Bachchan shared. 'Ratan Tata saying, 'I don't have a car' – can you imagine that? It's unbelievable.' Amitabh Bachchan also shared a professional relationship with Ratan Tata. The Tata Group 's production wing, Tata Infomedia Ltd, backed the 2004 thriller Aetbaar, which starred Mr. Bachchan in the lead. Although the film didn't perform well at the box office — reportedly resulting in a loss of nearly ₹3.5 crore — the collaboration reflected Tata's quiet support for creative ventures and cinema. When news of Ratan Tata's passing broke, Amitabh Bachchan was among the first to pay tribute. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he wrote: 'Just came to learn of the passing of Shri Ratan Tata... was working very late. An era has ended — a most respected, humble yet visionary leader of immense foresight and resolve. Spent some wonderful moments with him during several campaigns we were involved in together. My prayers.' His words echoed what many felt — that with Ratan Tata's departure, the world had lost not just a business icon, but a deeply respected, humane visionary.
India.com
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
India's biggest flop film was produced by Ratan Tata, made for Rs 80 crore, film earned only Rs…, even Amitabh Bachchan couldn't save it, movie is…
India's one of the most respected and renowned business leaders, Ratan Tata, passed away at the age of 86 in 2024. Apart from being a known and loved businessman, Ratan Tata also had a brief connection with Bollywood. Interestingly, Ratan Tata also produced a film which had Amitabh Bachchan in it. He invested in the film, but even a big name like Amitabh couldn't save it from flopping. While you may feel curious about the film produced by Ratan Tata, let us make it easy for you by telling you the name. It is Bipasha Basu and John Abraham's erotic thriller Aetbaar. About The Film Produced by Ratan Tata Aetbaar was released in 2004 and featured Bipasha Basu and John Abraham in lead roles. The movie is about how a woman wants to get rid of her husband, and for that, she traps an unemployed man as the killer of her husband. The movie is helmed by Vikram Bhatt and also starred Supriya Pilgaonkar. The movie was inspired by the 1996 American film Fear. Though the film was a huge flop, stories from the set often emerge. One such incident was shared by John Abraham, when he revealed that he was once denied entry to the film's muhurat shot. In an interview with Filmfare, he recalled, 'When I arrived for my first muhurat shot, I came on a motorcycle. The film was Aetbaar, and Hrithik Roshan and Amitabh Bachchan were there to clap the board for me. Hrithik and I were classmates—he's a sweetheart. But when I reached the venue, the security stopped me at the gate and asked, 'Who are you?' I told them, 'This is my film's muhurat,' but they didn't recognize me and refused to let me in.' He added, 'Finally, after some convincing, they opened the gates, and I saw Amitabh Bachchan and Hrithik Roshan waving at me, calling me in. That was my first time—it happened at Sujeet Kumar's house.'
Indian Express
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
When Vijay Mallya produced a Bollywood film that lost Rs 4 crore with Suniel Shetty, Bispasha Basu; exited movie business swiftly afterwards
Way before Vijay Mallya was a fugitive and living in the UK, trying to not get extradited, there was a time when he was enjoying the high life. In the early 2000s, Vijay was seen throwing the most lavish parties that often ended up in the tabloids and the industrialist was known to be rubbing shoulders with the most popular actors of the time. He was the chairman of the alcohol beverage company United Spirits, and as a part of their surrogate advertising, they launched an annual fashion calendar and to promote that, Vijay often threw the most luxurious parties. During this time, Vijay also wanted to get involved in the movie making business. In 2004, Vijay decided to produce a film, along with Suniel Shetty, and they decided to get a huge ensemble cast on board. Suniel was also starring in the film along with Bipasha Basu, Sanjay Dutt, Dino Morea, Amrita Arora, Neha Dhupia. Titled Rakht, the film had Bipasha Basu playing a fortune teller, who is also a psychic, and was directed by Mahesh Manjrekar. This was one of the early 2000s films where men were acting violent for no reason, women demanded saving from their abusive husbands and plots came to an abrupt halt because the film's runtime was over. At the time, Suniel described his character to The Telegraph as a 'mentally deranged mechanic'. The film's budget was around Rs 12 crore, as per Box Office India, and it only managed to recover Rs 8 crore. For Vijay Mallya, this was his only time producing a film. At the time, he announced this as his new big venture but soon, his plans changed. He told Economic Times, 'We are going into movie making in a big way.' Around the same time, the Tatas were also investing in the movies as Ratan Tata's company produced Bipasha, Amitabh Bachchan and John Abraham-starrer Aetbaar. As per Rediff, the Tata group lost Rs 3.5 crore in the movie and decided to pull out of Bollywood. Raymond group's Vijaypat Singhania was also trying to get his company's movie arm off the ground around the same time. They made a film called Woh Tera Naam Tha in 2004, which was directed by Kuku Kohli and starred Arjan Bajwa. Arjan recently recalled his meeting with Vijaypat Singhania before he was signed on for the film. Eventually, all he business conglomerates left the movie business. ALSO READ | Sikandar: Anurag Kashyap's right; Bollywood is doomed if stars like Salman Khan enable the Snapchat-ification of cinema For Bipasha, this was the time when he career revolved around films that were somehow connected to the supernatural genre. She appeared in Aetbaar, Rudraksh and Madhoshi in the same year. Suniel Shetty had recently turned producer with his company Popcorn Motion Pictures Private Limited and had already had a flop with Khel, which starred him, Sunny Deol, Ajay Jadeja and Celina Jaitly. This was another flop film for his production house. After this, he produced films like Mission Istanbul and EMI, but none of them made an impact on the box office. Suniel was last seen in Kesari Veer.
