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Until now, everyone has had their say... it’s my turn now. The media has a say in every action around us. It is the shadow that follows well-known people. Till now, you will recall no controversy about me — none that was blown so out of proportion. Today the press talks about this shoot that I did for a magazine called The Man. The shoot has been given many names including “Lesbian Shoot”. It was interrupted by the MNS because it was found too hot for Indian men to digest. And, never done in the history of Indian cinema.
Well, what would you call the sculptures in the caves of Ajanta and Ellora, a place where tourists from all over the world visit? What would you call these works of art where two beautiful females bodies come into contact with each other, posing for an artist to create an exquisite work of art?
I am sure that if technology was advanced in those days we would have photographs as well. Does that mean those women were lesbians? Don’t you appreciate the beauty of their body language? Are we not proud of our heritage? Do we not promote these as a must-see destination? Do you find these caves outrageous? If you do, then I would give you all the right to call my photo shoot outrageous, steamy or whatever.
See my pictures carefully. Do you see any lip locks here? Any body rubbing pictures? This is just a contemporary adaptation of Ajanta and Ellora. It’s only about my expressions. Check it out. Instead of those provocative expressions, if I had just laughed or smiled, it may have well been a volleyball or a basketball lying next to me.
Who are the people who are against it? And why? What’s wrong with it? Do you not like it? Ask yourself. I guess it’s time to come out of your hypocritical shell. Even if you think it was a lesbian shoot, so what? It’s fiction. Charlize Theron played a lesbian in Monster and it won her an Oscar. Does that make her one? I would love to play Charlize Theron’s role anytime. Go watch the movie, guys. You will be surprised.
I read an article where men from Bollywood reacted to the photo shoot. These were people ranging from Rahul Dholakia to Ken Gosh and Jag Mohan Mundra to Madhu Manatana and many more. Read what they have to say:
Rahul Dholakia: I saw the shoot, and I thought it was an interesting concept and a good marketing tool. It’s bold but not obscene.
Ken Gosh: It’s quite an interesting concept! Great going!
Jag Mohan Mundra: I think it’s quite beautiful and provocative. Her body language is defiant; celebrating raw female sexuality.
Suparn Verma: More woman power! She looks fabulous and the pictures are aesthetically done. I think the moral police should take a nap!
Every one has praised the shoot. So then, where are the people who have a problem with it? People from the industry, people who know me, people who don’t know me – every one has just loved the pictures.
As an actor, 'Garam Masala' gave me a launch pad, 'Traffic Signal' gave me recognition, 'Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye' gave me establishment, '13 B' gave me critical acclaim. But this controversy has given me my individuality. It has helped me to graduate to another level. I have found supporters who not only appreciate just my acting, but also appreciate my glam side. As an actor this is how I am willing to push the boundaries of my profession.
I do agree that I have loads to learn but with experience, every project of my life has taught me to face the world with confidence and — most importantly — with positivity. I take this controversy, which is a risk for my own image, bravely. At least I am happy that I am not in a controversy where I am breaking a home or a marriage. I am not having a rollercoaster ride with a series of men just to be in the news. I am not in the news for being with somebody for the longest time and then breaking off in a second for reasons that are known. Maybe it’s just not my cup of tea to be in a relationship and still be seeing other men.
I am in the centre of a controversy, which became national news overnight for reasons that are known. Those being that it’s too hot for Indian men to handle. Is it? Or would you agree that it was always a fantasy to see two female bodies together?
I stand by what I did, and always will. I don’t see anything wrong in it. Doing a photo shoot like this doesn’t take away my talent. It won’t change me as an actor. It won’t divert me from hard work, dedication and respect towards my profession. I know if I lose any of these threads I won’t have any business being here.
This shoot has actually made me complete as an actor — with no inhibitions, and it should have happened a long time ago. As they say every thing happen for the best and everything has a reason. I am glad this has happened to me. Today I am approached by the best and the most talented directors for reasons that are known. They know now that I would fit the bill for any role. All thanks to destiny. Everything happens for our own good. So be positive as that is the one thing I believe in and that’s my strength.
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Posted by Neetu chandra in Celebrity blogs on Fri, 05 Jun, 2009
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Prithvi Sarin:
yas......yashoda......yasmin......neetu...........
OOOOOOOHHH MMMYYYYYYYYYYY GAAAAAAAAWWWWWWDDDDD!!!!
I commented last on your blog, Neetu... but this time...I was in complete awe when I was watching the movie... this time it wasnt a deglam role and you were looking extremely elegant and stunning... having said that, i wouldn't wanna take away from you the awesome performance you gave.... so, it was a great combo... awesome performance and gorgeous looks...
keep rocking and good luck !!!!
cheers
Munish S: Hey I am a new fan of yours
Posted on Mon, 08 Feb, 2010 Report abuseSamir Kumar: its ok...so when u r coming in ur city..plz inform me on my numbr..i wana meet u..9304229540
Posted on Sat, 06 Feb, 2010 Report abuse
Hareesh Raao:
This shoot has actually made me complete as an actor — with no inhibitions, and it should have happened a long time ago.
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or rather inhibitions or shamelessness? either way you wud go naked if someone threw a few bucks on ur face..why r u getting preachy here? ur a person who sells her morality for money n then make this big drama to cover it up..so why r u even worried? sell ur body./.who cares and you are not tht inportant for indian men to find "hot".. there are always better faces and bodies than you..its your luck that that editor chose you and gave you some cash to showcase you breasts and what not..so why r u complaning
Hareesh Raao: well the ajanta ellora depict the sexual precedents of whores and hooker dancers.. im glad you finally realize that you are one of them:P
Posted on Mon, 01 Feb, 2010 Report abuseDhananjoy Kumar Oj..: Hey I am a new fan of yours.Keep showing ur body rock the youth like us.
Posted on Thu, 31 Dec, 2009 Report abuse
Prithvi Sarin:
Hey Neetu,
Awesome work of art ya... really awesome... hats off to the photographer, your other partner but most of all to you for your amazing body language and expressions... I could lay hands on just a couple of pics of that shoot... would you or any one here know where the rest of those are?? would appreciate any link or any help on that...
and hey... I know it's easy for me to say this but honestly no point trying to give any justification to any one for what you did... people who "know" our history and in "reality know" our culture, would appreciate every bit of any art and concept, including what you did... we, Indians, taught the world the art of love through KS and now we consider all that a taboo... just so ironic!!
anyways...cheers, good luck, keep looking awesome as ever and keep up the great work... and hey... keep writing in... :-)
Manish Gupta: u r really daring babes
Posted on Sun, 20 Dec, 2009 Report abuseKrishna R: I heard you are learning Tamil very nice to hear that. All the vry best for all the projects u do & to TVP and other Tamil flicks! I wish you do a movie with the Superstar's of Tamil Cinema!
Posted on Tue, 10 Nov, 2009 Report abusePradeep Kumar: Monsoon's Rain or Summer's Heat, UR friendship is the reason why I breathe. Tell me Dear, What is Sweet? Is that U or UR heart beat
Posted on Wed, 04 Nov, 2009 Report abuseAniket Patil: I do agree with the blog, people should come out of this hyprocretical shell. and secondly the people who r opposing it who are they at the bac of their yard. For the world they will say all these things as something against society but wat bout them u can find almost 90 percent of the ones critisizing are the one 's who are found in mumbai dance bars and doing all such things against what they try to preach the people. People in india are still illiterate of art.
Posted on Sun, 01 Nov, 2009 Report abuseSandeep Sonavane: WHAT A PUBLICITY AND MARKETING HATTS OFF
Posted on Sun, 25 Oct, 2009 Report abuse
Rahul Dhapatkar:
hi neetu how r u
u look so beautiful
but i dont like your lesbian photo shoot
i know frm this shoot u become more popular
but its ok
u really look beautiful
if u read my msg then please reply on my mail id
rahul.smileplz@gmail.com
i dont know u reply or not
but i m waiting
.................
Partha Kanjilal:
Dear madam neetu
happy diwali
i am a bengali astrologer and numerologist in dubai.
email- lal_partha@yahoo.com
partha
Manish Soni: hi mam u r so sweet i am fan for u
Posted on Sun, 11 Oct, 2009 Report abuseMongsanger Jamir: neetu i like acting and your sexy
Posted on Wed, 30 Sep, 2009 Report abuse
Simon Bchand:
Neetu
I appreciate your frankness and more your individuality and grace. The so called contraversial cover of Man was superb. Cant say, despite the huge difference in our age I was not fascinated or turned on. But I appreciate you more for your looks and your confidence. Good luck
Saurabh Dwivedi: people always have reasons to justify their acts, but for the real facts this all was a process for ur survival in the industry, u r so desperate to be in the limelight that u did all this. now let me know if this is such a great and to be proud act would u like it to be repeated by ur mother, sister, daughter also. n this is a question from all u sympathisers, do u want women of your family to follow the same step??
Posted on Fri, 25 Sep, 2009 Report abuseRajeev Bhatt: gr8 yar u r doing gr8 job
Posted on Wed, 23 Sep, 2009 Report abuse
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