Shahid Kapoor, a big Saina Nehwal fan (Movie Snippets)

Actor Shahid Kapoor says he is a "big fan" of Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal.

Nehwal lauded Shahid's character in "Udta Punjab" by tweeting: "Great work Tommy Singh what a movie loved it 'Udta Punjab'."

To that, Shahid replied saying: "Hey Saina thanks so much. (I) am a big fan, so this makes my day."

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Vivek grants Ramzan break to hairstylist

Actor Vivek Oberoi has granted day offs to his regular hairstylist, who has been fasting in the month of Ramzan.

The "Sathiya" star asked the hairstylist to resume work only after his Ramzan fasts get over.

"I have utmost respect for the kind of dedication and sincerity it takes to fast during Ramzan... He has been with me for many years and I hope to make this period as light and convenient for him as possible," Vivek said in a statement.

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Shekhar Kapur's daughter moves him to tears of joy

Director Shekhar Kapur says his daugher Kaveri, 15, writes, composes and sings her own songs, which moves him to tears of joy.

Kaveri, who is Shekhar's daughter with singer-actress Suchitra Krishnamoorthi will soon launch her new single "Did You Know".

"My little baby needs your blessings. At 15 she writes composes sings her own songs. Moves me to tears of joy everytime," Shekhar tweeted.

--IANS

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