Paws and their star

Mallika Sarabhai – a synonym of woman power – is a multifaceted personality… a dancer, choreographer, publisher, activist, writer, actor… and above all a compassionate animal lover. But ask her and she always tends to call herself a communicator. Here’s more about her concern about care for all living beings ... especially the tailwaggers. Mallika, daughter of reputed dancer Mrinalini Sarabhai…

Most of us remember Deepak Tijori for his vibrant and friendly performances in Bollywood flicks like Aashiqui or Jo Jeeta Wahi Sikandar. This talented actor is now well-known for his cinematic skills; he is wonderful in every role - be it actor, director or producer. Here Dogs & Pups brings other lesser known facets of his personality…an avid animal lover and a proud pooch parent. Deepak…

Shallu Jindal, a multifaceted personality is full of life always…a dancer, social worker, an avid lover of art, author, and above all a compassionate pooch pal, she plays diverse roles with aplomb. When we tried to explore her canine connections more… she brimmed with unconditional love for her pooch - Chester. Donning many hats New Delhi-based Shallu Jindal is a multi-talented and well-known…

A model, an actor and a dog-lover… that’s what describes actor Kelly Dorjee, who won many a heart through the Gladrags Manhunt Contest. Here’s more on his pooch love. Kelly Dorjee, a Bhutanese actor, studied at St Paul’s School, Darjeeling and later St Xavier’s College, Mumbai. Kelly got his break into the mainstream through the Gladrags Manhunt Contest. He has acted in various Bollywood movies…

A young talent of the 7th generation in an unbroken chain of the Senia Bangash School, Amaan Ali Khan is the elder son and disciple of sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan and grandson of Haafiz Ali Khan. Initiated into the fine art of sarod playing at a very tender age, Amaan began his public performances as early as eight. He has been performing concerts worldwide ever since and has won the hearts of…

Kainaz Motivala has been seen in popular Bollywood movies like Ragini MMS, Wake Up Sid and Paathshaala. Here is the animal welfare sentiment of this aspiring actress… Kainaz Motivala, a model, aspired to become a journalist but eventually switched to acting. Besides, she is a published writer, and above all, an animal lover too! Woof! Surely a multifaceted personality. Pooch love… Kainaz is not…

The female hip hop queen Hard Kaur rose to stardom in Bollywood with her hit number Paisa Phek (Move Your Body) of Johnny Gaddaar and other hits in the movies like Singh is King, Kismat Konnection, etc. Since then, she has proven her talent again and again. Little do people know that this beauty with talent is also smitten with pooch love. Here, she reveals her love for pets. From Birmingham to…

Seeing all that things she has done so far, one cannot deny the fact that versatility has always been Raageshwari’s forte. She is an actor, a VJ and a terrific singer. It takes just one meeting with her to instantly connect the chirpy fun-filled onscreen girl to the real Raageshwari who giggles and laughs endlessly as she narrates episodes of her life spent with some beautiful pets in the past and…

Be it bold ‘Khallas’ girl, petite Rajjo of Pinjar or smart Anita of ‘Don - The Chase Begins Again’... we loved Isha Koppikar in all her cameo roles. We saw her act...we love her dance...we like her style...what next. Yep! It’s her great compassion for our furry four-legged friends. Now let’s focus on her dog love only... so all tails up for Isha – a proud pet parent...woof! Isha Koppikar is an…

Pooch love seems to be in the genes. Meet actress Divya Seth who not only shares her profession with her mother Sushma Seth but also her love for pooches. The quiet appearance of Divya Seth in Shahid-Kareena flick Jab We Met as Shahid’s mother made the character truly unforgettable. Better known as the ‘Majhli’ of yesteryears’ first soap opera on Indian television Hum Log, Divya also has many…

Kashmira Shah and Krushna Abhishek have danced their ways into millions hearts through reality shows. Read more about their canine chemistry. Kashmira Shah, an actress, dancer and a model, is the granddaughter of famous Hindustani classical singer, Anjanibai Lolekar. A few of her films include Yes Boss, Pyar to Hona Hi Tha, Jungle, Murder, etc. On TV, she has appeared in Big Boss, Nach Baliye 3,…

With a rocking performance in Bollywood’s blockbuster ‘Rock On’, Purab Kohli swooned a billion hearts. And readers cannot forget a twenty years old Purab as a VJ who would crack us up with his funny acts. Today, he has not only transformed into a versatile performer, but also grown on the personal front with now being a caring father to ummm… two cute little pooches Tony and Bella. Here’s more on…

Tall and graceful, Pooja Bedi inherits her genes from the legendary actor Kabir Bedi and renowned Odissi dancer Protima Bedi. "I have pets since 1982. My first pet was Bobo, a Lhasa Apso and I learnt a new meaning of man-canine relation with her. We all… me, my brother and Bobo… had a lot of fun …in fact we all grew up together," tells Pooja. The memory stock Pooja has all her fond childhood…

Strict, short-tempered Prof Viru Sahastrabudhhe a.k.a. Virus around the college campus in Bollywood blockbuster 3 Idiots now comes out of the persona of the strict college principal to share his love of furry friends. Yes, we are talking about Boman Irani whose journey into the Indian cinema over the last ten years has delivered a hallmark of excellent roles in the movies like Munna Bhai MBBS…

In our tryst with stars having fascination for pooches, this time we sniffed into a household where music, dance, drama, action, tragedy and of course love stories have evolved. Did we hear a circuit at MTV? Yes, we are talking about the famous Bollywood ‘Circuit’ of Munnabhai MBBS fame, Arshad Warsi, choreographer-turned actor and the gorgeous MTV VJ of yesteryears, Maria Gorreti who share the…

Making small screen debut as Shanti in 1994 on Doordarshan and with Dil Wale Dulhania Le Jayenge as Preeti on the silver screen, Mandira Bedi has indeed come a long way. The charming celebrity has gained fame and appreciation as an actress, presenter, judge and reality show participant. Mandira has also been well received as one of India’s lady cricket commentators, who really made cricket more…

Model, dancing star, actress and a dog lover…that’s what best describes Koena Mitra in one sentence. This beautiful damsel is smitten by pooch love…surrounded by eight of them… and with a room for more! With a body to kill for, Koena danced her way to Bollywood and instantly set tinsel town on fire! Her early modeling assignments include big brands like Mirinda, Clinic All Clear and Maruti Alto.…

Shweta Kawaatra and Manav Gohil need no introduction. This Pawfect couple looked adorable together and gained appreciation after their rocking performances in Nach Baliye 2. A few people know that this celeb couple also loves our furry tails. They love their cute little furry angel – Moguli. Well, do not make the obvious mistake of taking him as the jungle boy Mowgli of Jungle Book. A Lhasa Apso,…

Everyone who is blessed with a pooch can understand the unique bond we share with them. Here, TV star Varun Badola shares his experiences with his canine family. Varun Badalo, a popular name in the television industry, needs no introduction. He has impressed us with not only his acting skills but also swept us off our feet by his dancing and singing prowess in reality shows. Whether he is the…

We all love our Bollywood stars and love to know more about them. And when the star is a dog lover, we just can’t help getting closer! While sniffing for a celeb dog lover, we met Minissha Lamba and you would be glad to know that this beauty is really a doggy person – just like you and me…. Here’s what Minissha shares about her pet love Misty. Minissha and Misty Minissha Lamba, the bubbly…