Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2009

January 18 was the day when the stars of Bollywood decided to give glamour a backseat for their favorite causes. They took to the streets and created awareness about social issues in their own way at the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2009. John Abraham, Arjun Rampal, Vidya Balan, Soha Ali Khan, Rahul Bose, Om Puri, Tina Ambani, Gulshan Grover, Sharmila Tagore- all were seen on the streets under the catchline: Mumbai runs to secure its future.

Arjun Rampal was there to support the participants of the Nina Foundation for spinal cord injury. Vidya Balan was there to cheer the runners from the NGO Nanhi Kali. Former India test team skipper Anil Kumble also decided to take part in the Mumbai Marathon in support of a cause taken up by actor Rahul Bose’s NGO, The Foundation. Besides all these causes, it was terror which topped the marathon agenda.

Milind Soman, a familiar face in the pack, set off for the entire 42-km distance, while others preferred to let their voice do the talking rather than their feet. Actor John Abraham, who participated in the marathon said that it was an excellent display of Mumbai’s spirit and he was proud to be a part of it.

Dabboo Ratnani 2009 calendar launch

The launch of Dabboo Ratnani’s 2009 calendar was a glamorous as the calendar itself with the leading faces of Bollywood gracing the occasion. The occasion seemed complete in itself as it saw Vidya Balan looking graceful as ever in a white embroidered salwar suit. Kangana Ranaut seemed to be coming from a corporate meeting when she was spotted in a black formal business suit at the Launch. Handsome men, Shahid Kapoor and Dino Morea with girlfriend Lara Dutta were also spotted at the occasion. All three came together at the function. Also present were cute Amrita Rao, sultry Sophie Chaudhary, Ayesha Takia with fiance Farhan Azmi, sexy Riya Sen, Raveena Tandon and so on and so forth.

What 2009 holds for our stars

We recently informed you what 2009 holds for superstars of Bollywood like SRK, Aamir, Salman, Saif, Katrina and others. Now we bring you the predicted future of other Bollywood stars. Check them out..

Ranbir Kapoor (28th Sept. 1982 ) :- Ranbir comes under the direct influence of No.1 (Sun ), is also ruled by Nos. 6 & 8 (Venus & Saturn - Libra ) and No.3 (Jupiter – 2 + 8 + 9 + 1 + 9 + 8 + 2 = 39 = 3 + 9 = 12 = 1 + 2 = 3 ).

Currently in his 27th year, it is not a bad phase of his life but still not the best one either. He should always add his father initial ‘R’ to his name. Wearing a Diamond will also help.

Preity Zinta (January 31, 1975 ) :- The ‘bubbly’ beauty will have a decent 2009 but her 35th year (3 + 5 = 8 ) indicates personal struggle especially in terms of relationships which will eventually affect her health. Wearing a combination of a Yellow Sapphire, Hessonite & Emerald is a must.

Shahid Kapoor (Feb. 25. 1981 ) :- Soft spoken Shahid is ruled by Nos.2 & 7 (Moon & Neptune ), No.3 (Jupiter - Pisces ) & No.1 (Sun ). This year will prove for Shahid that he can stand on his able feet. Very soon, he will be entering his 29th year and the best phase of his career will be on a roll. Just wait & watch !

Vidya Balan (1st Jan. 1978 ) :- A new year baby, Vidya will enter her 32nd (3 + 2 = 5 ) year soon. One of her weakesh numbers, she should let go any unnecessary tensions and worries surrounding her.

She should ignore things which does not have any influence over her life and just move on. She will have to be extra careful while decision making

Bipasha Basu (Jan. 7, 1979 ) :- This sultry siren is ruled by Nos.2 & 7 (Moon & Neptune ) twice & No.8 (Saturn – Capricorn ). She will enter the 31st year of her life and this year will invite strain in relationships. She should practice yoga & meditation to relax. Wearing a Cat’s Eye will help ward off negativity.