Jordan Katie Price expects to have 12 husbands!

She's worked her way through two so far, but Katie Price reckons she'll reach a tally of 12 husbands -- Read further to know what more the mum-of-three has said recently.

Jordan Katie Price is best known as a businesswoman these days but she's still keen to return to her roots as a glamour model.

The 33-year-old started taking her clothes off for the camera and adopted the name Jordan when she was just 18, but has since developed a clothing line, written novels and is the star of her own TV show.

Katie, who first appeared in her birthday suit in Playboy magazine in 2002, is quoted to have said: "I've got another Playboy shoot in me. I still love getting my kit off because it's what I do best and it's got me where I am today. And I've also got plans for a film and a West End show."

She added: "I'll also have more kids, more horses and probably more husbands, about 12, I expect!"

Katie has been married twice - first to Peter Andre, with whom she has two children, Junior, six, and Princess Tiaamii, four, with and secondly to Alex Reid, who she divorced after a year of marriage in February 2011, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

Amy Winehouse - Funeral Pictures

A private funeral for Amy Winehouse was held at Edgwarebury Cemetery in London on Tuesday (26-July-2011), with family and friends in attendance including Kelly Osbourne, "Back to Black" producer Mark Ronson and recent boyfriend, filmmaker Reg Traviss.

Wearing dark suits, black dresses and the occasional beehive hairdo, friends and family said goodbye to Amy Winehouse with prayers, tears, laughter and song at an emotional funeral ceremony.

Amy Winehouse lived her chaotic life through a lens. But her family made sure at least part of her funeral was a sedate and private affair.

According to Amy's wishes, she has been cremated at Golders Green Crematorium. Her ashes have been placed alongside her grandmother, Cynthia, who was a jazz singer and a great influence on Amy and her music.

The soul diva, who had battled alcohol and drug addiction, was found dead on Saturday (23-July-2011) at her London home. She was 27.

Funeral of singer Amy Winehouse to be held today (26-July-2011)

The lifeless body of Amy Winehouse was discovered in her home at 3.54pm on Saturday. Within hours, rumours were circulating on Twitter, before finally being confirmed by police sources, and then backed up by someone claiming to know the officer who had been called to the scene.

Once upon a time, Amy Winehouse was a musician who earned a living by recording songs and offering them to the public.

Singer Amy Winehouse may have sensed her impending death - she had chosen to spent the last three weeks contacting her friends with whom she had not spoken for years.

Sources close to the 'Rehab' hitmaker, who was found dead in her North London home on Saturday, feel that probably Winehouse knew that 'her end was near', reported Sun online.

An autopsy on singer Amy Winehouse failed to determine what killed the 27-year-old star, leaving fans and family with a weeks-long wait for the results of toxicology tests. Her funeral will be held tonight (26-July-2011).

An intimate funeral for Amy Winehouse will take place Tuesday, the singer's spokesman said.

Sparse details are being released about the ceremony -- including exactly when and where it will occur -- though spokesman Chris Goodman said "it will be a small, private event for a few friends and family."

Amy, who struggled with drug and alcohol abuse, won five Grammy awards for her album "Back To Black" and was considered by many critics to be one of the most soulful and talented British female singers of her time.

Crowds have gathered outside her north London home since her death to light candles and leave flowers and other tributes.

Amy Winehouse - Death and mystery

Globally known British singer Amy Winehouse had a medical examination the night before her death and was given the all clear, it has been reported.

Sordid details surrounding Amy Winehouse's tragic death have emerged, with claims that she bought a cocktail of narcotics including cocaine, ecstasy and ketamine in her final hours.

Amy Winehouse gained a lot of accolades for bringing such genres of music like Soul and Jazz to the mainstream, paving way for other emerging musicians, not only from the UK but also from other parts of the world.

Celebrity friends and her fans have been paying tribute to the singer, Amy Winehouse

The police are to fix a date later for the post-mortem examination into the death of Amy Winehouse.

Amy reached far and wide with her music, popularising her genre, gaining recognition and respect for her talent and sharing the rare gift that she had.

Amy Winehouse's final night was spent watching videos with her bodyguard, her management said, contradicting reports that she bought drugs hours before her death.

AMY's unfinished third album could be released posthumously, The (London) Daily Telegraph reports.

While it is believed that the songs recorded by the 27-year-old British singer are still nothing more than demos, sources told the newspaper there was plenty of material available for another album.

Unfortunately, her life was peppered with a manic depressive disorder and encounters with drugs and alcohol. She'd shown the first signs of a self-destructive tendencies as a kid. Her father Mitch Winehouse was once quoted as saying, "She's always been a very self-willed kid."

IT dept raids premises of actors Mammootty and Mohanlal

Income tax sleuths have raided the houses, offices and hotels of Malayalam film stars Mammootty and Mohanlal. The searches started at 6.30am on Friday (22-July-2011) morning.

The operation followed allegations of amassing wealth disproportionate to their income. More details about the nature of the raid have not been revealed.

The raids were conducted at premises in Kochi, Bengaluru and Chennai.

Mohanlal is currently shooting for a film in Rameshwaram and his statement is being recorded, while Mammootty is in Chennai.

On July 11, the Income Tax sleuths raided the houses of several Kannada film makers and distributors and seized many documents. Reports said that the I-T officials raided the houses of Kannada TV and film stars Ravikiran, Sihi Kahi Chandru and K Manju and others at Teachers Colony, J P Nagar, Vijayanagar, Sadashivanagar, Jayanagar etc.

Ajay-Kajal starrer Singham hits the screens on 22-July-2011

SINGHAM is one of the quickest remakes to have been made in recent times. While the Tamil version had released last year with Suriya and Anushka as the lead couple, within a year the Hindi version is also ready.

With SINGHAM, Ajay Devgn will make a comeback to hardcore action genre. The buzz that this film has generated has already put it in competition with Salman's DABANGG.

The film also marks the bollywood debut of Punjabi born Kajal Agarwal, after having made a name for herself down South through Tamil and Telugu films in recent few years. Kajal says she does not feel insecure over the fact that the male lead is hogging the limelight.

Salman Vs Ajay

It's rare to find actors appreciating other actors and supporting each other in B-town. But Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn's recent bonding is an answer to all the gossip mongers, who constantly tittle-tattle about rivalries between the actors.

Bollywood heartthrob Salman Khan, who is known for his toned physique, is amazed to see Ajay Devgn's fit body in his upcoming flick Singham. "Oye teri !!! Baap re baap. Superb ajay's body is looking. Too good" Salman posted on Twitter.

On knowing about Salman's comments about him, Ajay immediately pointed out rivalries and animosity are created by people and with Salman's tweet it only goes on to prove that the 'so-called' rivalry thing doesn't exist.

The actor also shows his newfound six-pack abs in Singham. Did he work a lot on his body for the film?

“I didn't have to do a lot in terms of training. I trained a little more than usual and followed a more strict diet for two months,” Ajay revealed.

Different from the original

Filmmaker Rohit Shetty, who is returning to action with 'Singham' after making quirky comedies like 'Golmaal' and 'All The Best', says the Hindi version is completely different from the original film in Tamil.

"When I was shooting for 'Golmaal 3', I watched Tamil 'Singham' and was quite fascinated with the concept. I discussed it with Ajay and have made the film by changing the script 70 per cent of it," the director said.

The film, set to release this Friday (22-July-2011), was shot in 136 odd days and unlike the latest Bollywood fad, the film has got no item numbers.

SRK interrogated at Mumbai airport and fined Rs 1.5 lakh

Bollywood Superstar Shah Rukh Khan had to pay a hefty fine of Rs 1.5 lakhs by the airport customs when he came back from his London holiday.

Shah Rukh Khan, 44, was on his way back with his family from a vacation in Holland and London. He was stopped at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, for allegedly carrying over 20 bags, by customs officials.

A source informs, "SRK had gone on a family holiday to Holland and London. On his way back he was carrying with him about 20 bags. Thus, the custom officials at airport interrogated him, while his family was allowed to go."

The source adds, "The interrogation was conducted by a team of deputy collector, Customs, Sameer Wankhede. Shah Rukh had to pay a duty of approximately Rs 1.5 lakh."

Reportedly, SRK was not given any special treatment by the custom authorities and he was treated just like any other passenger.

Filmstars being detained at airport is becoming a regular feature these days, in India.

Superstar Rajini is back in Chennai

South Indian superstar Rajinikanth returned to a rapturous welcome from his fans in Chennai on Wednesday (13-July-2011) night. The actor was accompanied by his wife Latha Rajinikanth and two daughters Aishwarya and Soundarya.

It was a carnival of sorts at the Chennai Airport late Wednesday when the actor returned from Singapore after undergoing over a month-long treatment. Hundreds of fans waited eagerly in anticipation of his arrival. The excitement reached a crescendo when the superstar reached the city around 10:15 p.m. by a Singapore Airlines flight.

Sporting T-shirts bearing the actor's images, these fans from across the city, suburban areas and even from neighbouring districts, danced merrily with joy, as bands played various musical hit numbers of the actor.

Personnel from the Chennai Airport Police Station and neighbouring police stations were deployed in large numbers to regulate the traffic. But they were unable to keep things in control, as the number of fans kept swelling as the deadline neared.

The return of the Superstar from Singapore, after a month of treatment and rest, has triggered off a chain of mass hysteria among his fans. But sources say the superstar was missing his family and fans, just as much as they missed him.

This is what some excited fans told NDTV: "He is our God and we are so lucky to see him after two months. Our leader please come for a corruption free society."

"The last two months were so difficult for fans as Rajini was moved to a hospital..." "Next the superstar is going to rock in Rana."

"Rajinikanth should speak to the fans through television."

Kannada actress Maria Susairaj claims innocence (Neeraj murder case)

Maria Susairaj, an actress from Sandalwood (Kannada film industry), who walked out of jail today (02-July-2011) after serving more than three years behind bars in Neeraj Grover murder case, claimed she is innocent and the conviction is a 'stigma' on her life.

The starlet was found guilty under IPC Section 201 (causing disappearance of evidence) and awarded the maximum punishment of three-year jail term along with boyfriend Emlie Jerome, a former navy officer.

While her lawyer defended her, Maria herself spoke just three words, "I am innocent," and said she will not talk more.

Maria's lawyer also made it clear that she is not going to join the film industry, even as film maker Ram Gopal Verma showed interest in casting her in his movie.

The 30-year-old Kannada actress, who has been under intense media glare ever since she was accused of being involved in the death of TV executive Neeraj Grover in 2008, chose a press conference to express her side of the story. This after she walked free today (02-July-2011) after spending three years in jail.

"I have left my past behind. I have not yet decided on (the) future. I will let my family decide," she said. Mariah said she painted and prayed in prison. "I have not yet digested the fact that I have been convicted, and I have not seen so many people in the past three years," she said.

However, both Maria and her lawyer Sherif Sheikh refused to comment on the case or the judgement or the victim Grover, saying the matter was still sub-judice.

Sonam Kapoor denies being offered films in Kollywood and Tollywood

Indian actress Sonam Kapoor has denied reports that she has been offered films down South with stars Kamal Haasan and Vijay.

Reacting to a report that said Sonam has been shortlisted by Kamal Haasan as one of the girls for his film "Viswaroopam", the actress says, "Dudes and duddettes... I have not been offered any film in Tollywood. I would love to work with the above mentioned..."

Just recently, it was reported that if Sonakshi Sinha's dates don't work out, Sonam may be approached for "Viswaroopam" and may also bag AR Murugadoss' film with south superstar Vijay.

However, she has expressed her desire to work with the popular duo.

Producer of Vikram's Rajapattai held in Chennai

Singanamala Ramesh, the producer of Vikram's Rajapattai to be directed by Suseendhiran has been arrested at his Velacherry home, in Chennai, in connection with three fraud and cheating cases, in which he is among the accused.

The financier-turned-producer, who was on the run for the past six months for allegedly threatening a woman, Vijayanti, to whom he owed Rs 14.69 crore, was nabbed by the Andhra Pradesh Crime Investigation Department (CID) from Chennai.

Based on the complaint lodged by Vijayanti, CCS police had earlier booked criminal cases against Ramesh on January 13.

Ramesh Babu and his wife Vidyadhari obtained a loan of Rs.18.12 crore from Ms. Vaijayanthi Reddy and her husband for film production. They claimed to own property measuring 9 acres and 53 cents, located in Poonjeri village, Mahabalipuram Road, near Chennai.

The couple subsequently repaid Rs.3.42 crore through registration of three flats in the city.

Based on the information, a CID team took Singanamala Ramesh Babu into custody from Chennai and started questioning him. They also conducted a search at his premises and other places to find out any incriminating material and documents, CID Additional Director General of Police S V Ramana Murthy said.

In the recent past, Singanamala Ramesh became popular after producing big budget movies like 'Komaram Puli' starring Pawan Kalyan and 'Khaleja' with Mahesh Babu as the hero.

Two months after taking over the case from Hyderabad city police, Crime Investigation Department (CID) sleuths have made a significant breakthrough in Maddelacheruvu Suri murder case by arresting Singanamala Ramesh Babu, a Tollywood producer and close associate of the prime suspect, Bhanu.

There is yet another case on Ramesh where he is accused of cheating Shalimaar Video company.

Singanamala Ramesh's father Satya Rama Murthy is a senior film financier. Nampally sessions court had denied anticipated bail petition of Singanamala Ramesh recently.

There are several blackmail allegations on Ramesh. He used to apparently use the names of Suri and Bhanu to threaten film personalities and financiers.

SRK may not perform at IIFA

Shah Rukh Khan is in no mood to dance, since the pain in his knee has aggravated.

The actor, who is known to keep his commitments, doesn't want to disappoint his fans at The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) extravaganza being held Toronto and, has opted to have a spontaneous performance on the stage, which may last for couple of minutes.

King Khan has said that he might not perform at the show. "Knee not very good... degenerated in several places. Will still try and do some dancing at IIFA... will have to go in for rehab etc as soon as i get back from holidays with kids," SRK tweeted.

Earlier, SRK tweeted that the dance steps were being made easy for him.

The actor has attended two editions of the IIFA Weekend in the past - in Singapore in 2004 and Amsterdam in 2005. He had last performed in the Singapore show.

Megastar Chiranjeevi visits Superstar Rajini in Singapore

Superstar Rajnikanth, who is out of the hospital, is now recuperating in a rented apartment in Singapore resting, enjoying time with his family, swimming and doing yoga.

Rajinikanth is currently keen on rejuvenation and is spending quality time with his family. Fellow actor and a good friend, Mega Star of Tollywood, Chiranjeevi flew to Singapore to pay a visit to Rajinikanth and expressed his concern on Rajini’s health.

Rajini is paying regular visits to hospital for periodic checkups. He will be back to Chennai in about a month time.

It was a big surprise for superstar Rajinikanth when megastar-turned-politician Chiranjeevi unexpectedly came to his apartment in Singapore on Monday (20-June-2011) to meet him. Both stars spent some time together and discussed his health condition.

Rajinikanth will be returning shortly and 'Rana' will go on floors immediately.

Aishwarya Rai pregnant, Amitabh Bachchan tweets, Celebs greet..!!

Finally all the buzz around Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's weight gain has come to an end, the secret has been revealed and for all the questions waiting, the answer indeed is that Aishwarya is pregnant.

The Bachchan's are expecting to add one more member to their family as Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan tweeted that daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai and his son Abhishek Bachchan are expecting their first child.

After the predictable round of denying pregnancy rumours, Ash has been outed on Twitter by pa-in-law Amitabh Bachchan with this post: "NEWS NEWS NEWS !! I AM GOING TO BECOME A GRANDFATHER .. AISHWARYA EXPECTING .. SO HAPPY AND THRILLED !!!"

Eyebrows were last raised when Ash chose to cover up her shapely form in a voluminous - though designer - dress at 162nd Prix de Diane horse racing, on June 12, 2011 in Chantilly, north of Paris.

And it's now confirmed that the third generation of Bollywood's First Family is on it's way.

Bollywood too is equally excited about the news. On hearing the news, composer Vishal Dadlani wrote: "Thrilled for @juniorbachchan, Ash, @SrBachchan and Mrs B. Some of the most wonderful people I know! God bless you ..."

Sophie Chowdhury wrote: "Congrats to soon to be dadaji @SrBachchan. Thrilled for @juniorbachchan and Ash. Much love and happiness to u all!!"

Koel Puri, on her part, has wished the Bachchan parivar and also said that Abhishek and Ash will no doubt have beautiful children.

Though, the due date is not known as yet, this piece of news has surely brought lots of joy to the Bachchans and their fans.

Saif: Kareena And I Are Together

A day after stories of their split did the rounds, actor Saif Ali Khan has issued a statement saying that he and girlfriend Kareena Kapoor are very much together.

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor have been together for almost four years now. The duo are reportedly passing through a rough patch as rumors about their strained relations and lack of trust start swirling thick and fast.

Recent reports had claimed, Saif wasn't happy with Kareena working around the clock, not spending enough time with him and more so, on how his girlfriend is spending too much money on her own family.

Actor Saif Ali Khan has already taken to damage control over such reports. He has slammed reports that his four-year-old relationship is going through a rough patch. "I'd like to reassure our fans and well wishers that all is well with Kareena and I...we are working hard but we always make time for each other. All these rumours are disturbing and untrue...especially when families are brought into it in such bad taste. I wouldn't like to say anymore except we are very happy together," the actor said in a statement.

Superstar Rajinikanth thanks his fans through letter

As first communication with his fans after being discharged from the hospital in Singapore, Tamil Superstar Rajini has written a letter to his fans saying he will be back to entertain them.

In his letter to fans, a copy of which was released to the media, the superstar said, "I sincerely believe that the heart-felt and sincere prayers by my fans brought me back to good health."

"The best way to thank you all for your boundless love is by entertaining you. I will soon start it with Rana," Rajinikanth said.

"I will never forget your love…" the note in Tamil said. Also, "When I put pen to paper the words are eluding me," he said in an emotion-charged epistle.

The superstar has also apologised to his fans for the delay in communicating with them.

On a philosophical note, the actor, who underwent treatment for reported kidney problem in Singapore, said while the man's duty was only to spin the coin in the air during a game, "It is Lord Almighty who decided which way it fell on the ground, Head or Tail."

Rajinikanth also mentioned that his first couple of calls had been to the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, J Jayalalithaa who assured all support and help for him, and to his friend and former Chief Minister M.Karunanidhi.

The actor had been hospitalised a couple of times in Isabel Hospital, and later, was admitted Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre, earlier, before he left for Singapore with his family for treatment. It was said then that he had a lung infection, and problems with kidney function.

Rajini discharged, speaks to Karunanidhi and Jayalalithaa

Rajinikanth who was recuperating in a Singapore hospital has been discharged recently. He was diagnosed with a kidney problem.

The Superstar is planning to complete the shooting of Rana by the end of this month, if reports are to be believed.

Rajinikanth, who was discharged from the Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre in Singapore yesterday (15-June-2011), called Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa to congratulate on her massive victory in the elections.

According to sources, soon after reaching his apartment in Singapore, Rajnikanth called Jayalalithaa on her phone.

He told her that she was the first person he was conversing with immediately after discharge from the hospital. He said he would return to India in about one and a half months.

The Chief Minister, who was immensely glad to hear his voice, told Rajini about her happiness over his early recovery and expressed the wish that he should return to India at the earliest.

A day after reportedly telling TN CM Jayalalithaa that the state was 'saved' after her party won the recent assembly polls, Tamil superstar Rajnikanth on Thursday spoke to Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi, asking him to focus on his health and "not to consider anything else."

"You have faced so many ups and downs in life. It is important that you take care of your health. You should not consider anything (else) big," Rajnikanth told Karunanidhi in a telephonic conversation.

Caterina Lopez - Hottest new import to Bollywood

Watch one of the hottest item numbers come alive in this week's release Bhindi Bazaar, thanks to Bollywood's hottest new import Caterina Lopez. The Latino is better known as Jennifer Lopez's cousin but her sexy new number may change all that.

Caterina Lopez, who is doing an item number in the film wants to nail the performance. And for this, Caterina spent a lot of time in rehearsals and what keeps her going is Red Bull! The actress gulped down 10 cans of the energy drink in one day to keep her going.

About the song, the hottie says, "I am playing a bar girl and it's a very sexy item number. The song has got a very western look. I had a lot of fun shooting for the song, as it was something new for me. The song is very catchy and I guess a lot of people are really going to like it."

Taan ke seena, ho jaa kameena is a raunchy number and will show Caterina in three different costumes. The song pictures the transformation of the actress and the background dancers in terms of their costumes. It starts with the actress wearing a saree and ends up with her in a bikini.

The much-awaited item number goes like Caterina is stripping while she is dancing.

Katrina Vs. Caterina

About her Bollywood entry, Caterina says, "I just think I am very dedicated and very ambitious. I am looking to stay here for a long time and hopefully would give a tough competition to Katrina Kaif (laughs) but I am not interested in Salman Khan."

Somehow impressed by the success of Katrina, she says, "She is just a good example. In spite of not knowing anyone, she has made it big in Bollywood. I am not saying she is the best actress but she needs to be credited for what she has achieved."

Speaking about the JLo drama, Caterina shoots, "The JLo thing was blown out of proportion. So what if I’m her cousin? Does that really make that big a difference in Bollywood? I wish t be known as an actress and not a J Lo's cousin."

Caterina is all set to sizzle in a number of item numbers for her upcoming movies and she will also be seen in full fledged roles soon.

Bhindi Baazaar, the film set in the underbelly of Mumbai, between the infamous by-lanes where crime is prevalent as a way of life, is set to release on 17-June-2011.

180 - Siddharth Starring Bilingual Film

Ad filmmaker Jayendra's directorial debut '180' that stars Siddharth, Priya Anand and Nithya Menon in the lead roles is one of the much-awaited movies this season due to many reasons.

This bilingual movie marks Siddharth's comeback to Kollywood after almost seven years.

Balasubramaniem is the cinematographer and Sharreth Vasudevan has composed the music. Umarji Anuradha has written the dialogues and Vanamaali has written the lyrics.

Speaking about the film Director Jayendran says "180 is about a youngster who thinks differently. He always wanted to enjoy each and every moment but he will come across two beautiful ladies who are completely opposite to him. What happens from there forms the rest of the story."

Siddharth, hero of the film, went emotional while describing his bond with the film's director Jayendra, with whom he had association since childhood. He also said that the film is primarily set in Hyderabad although it is being made in Tamil too. I am making entry into Tamil films again with this film, he added. It is a character driven film, Siddharth said.

Speaking about 180 Siddharth says, "Though I have done several urbane romantic films, Jayendra’s unusual way of narration excited me to take up the movie. The film is shot on RED ONE digital camera and the visuals in the movie are on par with international standards. After Oy, it was again 180 which will remain as my favorite album. Sharath has composed the music."

Priya Anand is pinning her hopes on her June-2011 release 180, in which she is paired with Siddharth

Excited, as an epithet, doesn't completely describe Priya Anand's mood at the moment — the petite heroine is absolutely gung-ho about 180, her next release.

"The character I do is so me, an NRI with a desi heart. The movie will change the attitude that girls who live abroad can never speak in their mother tongue and lacks empathy," she reveals.

On her co-stars, Priya says, "Siddarth and Nithya Menon were very co-operative and each one of us had a spectacular role to play. The name of my character is Renu and am hopeful it will strike a chord with audiences."

Priya has dubbed for her roles in both the versions of 180. “And boy! Was I thrilled!” she says.

Nithya Menon, the other heroine of the film, is new to Kollywood and Tollywood, although not new to the industry. She hails from Mollywood and has landmark films to her fame.

"In 180, I play a modern girl who sees life in her own way. It is a youthful story and Jayendra is a great colleague to work with. I enjoyed being part of the film and am looking forward for its release," she says.

Mouli, Geetha, Tanikella Bharani, MS Narayana, Lakshmi Ramakrishnan and Janaki Sabesh will be seen in the other supporting roles in 180.

Release Date changed

Earlier, the stage was set for the film to be released in Telugu and Tamil on June 10. However, the change in release dates of 'Badrinath' (starring Allu Arjun and Tamanna) eventually had its domino effect on quite a few other releases including 180.

The latest news from the film's team is that the film willbe released on June 25.

SPI cinemas and Aghal films are jointly presenting this triangular love story.

Madhuri mourns MF Husain's death

MF Husain's favourite muse, Madhuri Dixit mourns his death. She says, "I was shocked...it was out of the blue. It is a very, very sad day for me! ...India has lost a jewel."

The legend, MF Husain, lives on in the hearts of his admirers. One of them is 'world's most beautiful woman' - Madhuri Dixit Nene. The title was bestowed on the actor by none other than the celebrated painter himself.

MF Husain, the grand old man of Indian art who started his artistic journey by painting movie billboards, had more than a passing fascination for Bollywood and its beauties.

Actress Madhuri Dixit was MF Husain's first muse. According to him, she wasn't only a pretty picture, but also a complete actor. Her dance movements enarmoured him - the batting of her eyelids, the grace in her movement, and the magic of her smile.

He was so charmed by the bubbly Madhuri Dixit in Hum Apke Hai Kaun that he watched the film 67 times and booked an entire theatre to see her comeback movie Aaja Nachle in 2007.

M F Husain has painted beautiful women, but the one he was most enamoured by was undoubtedly Bollywood's dhak dhak girl Madhuri Dixit. The actress who is based in Denver now paid a tribute to, probably her most ardent admirer, so far in.

Saddened by the unexpected demise of the legend, Madhuri conveyed her deep grief over phone from Denver. "I will fall short of words to express myself on this legend. He shared a very beautiful bond with me. I will always miss him. May his soul rest in peace" says the actress.

The actress further remembered M F Hussein as a man full of child-like qualities. "Age never touched him. We were in touch always. He would travel a lot and would call me from different parts of the world to share smallest and big details about his life and profession. It was so sweet," the actress recalled fondly, adding, " I had invited him to come over to Denver several times, but Husain saab was always busy. I wish I could have met him once", wished the actress.

"I live in the US. There is a time difference. It was shocking. There was no indication of something like that happening. It's very very sad. It's a sad day for me," says Madhuri.

She continues to fondly remember him, "There was a little child in him, who was excited about everything that he saw. There is no doubt in my mind that he ever wanted to hurt people's sentiments, it is just perception- how he looked at it and how people look at it."

Comedy script for Maduri

Legendary painter MF Husain was all set to re-unite with his muse Madhuri Dixit to make a comedy film.

Husain, who made his Bollywood directorial debut with Gaja Gamini starring Madhuri Dixit, was scripting a comedy with the actress in the lead, said her secretary Riku Rakeshnath.

"He had called me to say that he wanted to make a film again and we were supposed to meet in London or Dubai to discuss it further," Rakeshnath, who was a producer on Gaja Gamini, told PTI.

"He was writing the script of the film, which was to be a comedy with Dixit in the lead," he added.

Rakeshnath recalled his experience of working with Husain on Gaja Gamini over a decade back, saying, "He was full of energy and had a strong memory. He remembered each shot and dialogue."

Husain's love for Bollywood beauties was well-known and Dixit impressed him so much that he watched her film Hum Apke Hain Kaun 67 times. He also immortalised the actress in his paintings.

After Gaja Gamini, Husain went on to make Meenaxi: A Tale of Three Cities with Tabu.