Rani Mukherjee

Rani Mukherjee is one of the top actresses of today, that's for sure and now, she has the right to say: "been there, done that." http://filmfaremagazine.indiatimes.com/articleshow/333625.cms?&right=1&fright=1&botlink=1. The first cloned mammal was a sheep named "Dolly" in honor of Dolly Parton, because it was cloned from a mammary cell. Hum Tum was another big hit in the following year and by the end of 2004, her film, Veer-Zaara broke all records at the box-office and became a blockbuster accumulating more than 50 crores of rupees worldwide. Library of Congress for her contributions to the cultural heritage of the United States. The year 2003 brought her Chalte Chalte, another hit with her favorite colleague, Shah Rukh Khan, despite not winning any awards for this one, she did get every other nomination for Best Actress within all the awards ceremonies for Indian Cinema. On April 14, 2004, she was awarded the Living Legend medal by U.S. Saathiya was a big hit for her which even got her another Filmfare Award but this time under the category for Best Actress judged by the critics which is even bigger than the popular award for Best Actress. She has recorded several times with Melissa Etheridge.

It was not until 2002 when her movies started breaking box-office records. Parton has said that as a little girl she always idolized the outcasts in her town (such as prostitutes, whose long fingernails and big blonde wigs inspired Parton) and that has continued in her adult years. After winning several awards for her beautiful role in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, she was bombarded with countless offers. Parton is unique among country music stars in that she is admired and acclaimed by fans from all walks of life, and has strong ties to the gay community. She has been through a lot in the beginning of her few years here in Bollywood. Although she has admitted to having some amount of cosmetic surgery (notably a breast lift), rumors that she has also had some breast augmentation surgery remain unsubstantiated. Though she had the introduction into the Bollywood through her first movie Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat in 1996, she was in the news with her wonderful performance in Ghulam and with her third movie Rani was in headlines again receiving the Best Supporting Actress award from Filmfare for her active and playful performance in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai thus enhancing herself in the Bollywood. She reportedly turned down several offers to pose for Playboy magazine and similar publications.

And it's a phenomenon that unless Rani hasn't put loads of concentration and tremendous personal effort in the roles she play, she wouldn't have been where she is now. She often mocked this reputation with quips such as "I would have burned my bra in the 60s but it would have taken the fire department three days to put it out" or "the reason I have a small waist and small feet is that nothing grows well in the shade". Being a cousin of one of the most versatile actress, Kajol, it's obvious that Rani too has got it through her genetic influences to enact the roles she's been given. Parton's physical trademark is her large bust. She is the daughter of director Ram Mukherjee. After being dropped by country radio stations' playlists in the mid-1990s she re-discovered her roots by recording a series of critically acclaimed bluegrass albums including Grammy Award-winning Little Sparrow (2001) which was the theme tune of the very popular movie of the same name. http://www.bollywoodheaven.com/details.php?image_id=1153. In 1981, Parton also earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song for the title track to the film Nine to Five.

Obviously, we all know her real last name which is Mukherjee. As Parton owned the song, she raked in huge profits from Houston's cover. She just recently changed her last name for superstitious purposes. Houston's version became the best-selling hit written and performed by a female vocalist, with worldwide sales of 12 million. She is also the cousin of Kajol, a famous Bengali actress of Hindi Cinema. In 1992, "I Will Always Love You" was performed by Whitney Houston on The Bodyguard soundtrack. Rani Mukerji (born March 21, 1978), is an Indian actress of Bengali origin. In 1982, Parton recorded a second version of that song for the film The Best Little Whorehouse of Texas; the second version proved to be another #1 C&W hit and also managed to reach the pop charts going to US #53.

Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat (1996). Parton refused and that decision is credited with helping make her many millions of dollars in royalties over the years. Ghulam (1998). Dolly was interested until Presley's manager, Colonel Tom Parker, told her she would have to sign over some of the profits if Elvis recorded the song. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998). Around the same time, Elvis Presley wanted to cover the song. Mehndi (1998). In 1974, her version of "I Will Always Love You" was released going up to #1 on the C&W charts, though it never charted anywhere else.

Mann (1999)...special appearance (song). Her Coat of Many Colors has become a classic in the field, as have a number of others. Hello Brother (1999). Parton is a hugely successful songwriter, having begun by writing country songs with strong elements of folk music in them based upon her upbringing in humble mountain surroundings. Badal (2000). Parton thus put something back into the community where she was born and raised. Hey! Ram (2000). This region of the U.S., like most areas of Appalachia, traditionally has been characterized by economic poverty.

Hadh Kardi Aapne (2000). She invested much of her earnings into business ventures in her native East Tennessee, notably Pigeon Forge which includes a theme park named Dollywood, resulting in a thriving tourism industry drawing visitors from large parts of the southeastern and midwestern US, notably, Tennessee, Kentucky and Ohio. Bichhoo (2000). Parton is also a shrewd businesswoman. Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega (2000). Her last starring role was in 1992's Straight Talk, with James Woods. Kahin Pyaar Na Ho Jaaye (2000). Parton was very selective about her future film material, but did have successes in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and in a supporting role in Steel Magnolias.

Snegithiye (2000). Parton agreed to be in the film, and went on to steal the notices and score a major hit with the title song. Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001). She felt Parton was perfect for the role. Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai (2001). Fonda was looking for a brassy Southern woman for a supporting role in her new film, 9 to 5. Nayak (2001). In 1980 Parton was sitting next to actress Jane Fonda on a plane.

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)...cameo. Her work of the late 1990s and beyond has moved towards bluegrass and more traditional folk styles. Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai (2002). Despite originally being typecast in many circles as a "Country and Western" singer, Parton later had even greater commercial success as a pop singer and actress. Chalo Ishq Ladaaye (2002). She took to the Nashville Sound many traditional, folkloric elements from East Tennessee and popular music. Mujhse Dosti Karoge! (2002). She moved to Nashville in 1964, and in 1967 was invited to join the weekly syndicated country music television program hosted by Porter Wagoner, with whom she became half of a highly successful duet team.

Saathiya (2002). Born in Sevierville, Tennessee, the fourth of 12 children, she started her entertainment career singing on local radio and television in eastern Tennessee. Chalte Chalte (2003). Dolly Rebecca Parton (born January 19, 1946) is an American country music singer, songwriter and actress. Calcutta Mail (2003). Nine to Five (1980). Chori Chori (2003). The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982).

Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)...special appearance (song). Rhinestone (1984). LOC Kargil (2003). Steel Magnolias (1989). Yuva (2004). Straight Talk (1992). Hum Tum (2004). 1983 "Islands in the Stream" (with Kenny Rogers) #1 US, #7 UK.

Veer-Zaara (2004). 1981 "9 to 5" #1 US. -Black (2005). 1980 "Starting Over Again" #36 US. The Rising (2005). 1979 "Baby I'm Burnin'" #25 US. 1978 "Two Doors Down" #19 US.

1978 "I Will Always Love You" (rerecorded version for the film The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas) #53 US. 1978 "Here You Come Again" #3 US. 1978 "Heartbreaker" #38 US. 1976 "Jolene" #7 UK.

2003 "Ultimate" #17 UK. 2002 "Halos & Horns" #37 UK. 2001 "Gold - The Hits Collection" #23 UK. 2001 "Little Sparrow" #30 UK.

1997 "A Life in Music - Ultimate Collection" #38 UK. 1993 "Slow Dancing with the Moon" #16 US. 1993 "Honky Tonk Angels" #42 US. 1991 "Eagle When She Flies" #24 US.

1981 "9 to 5 and Odd Jobs" #11 US. 1979 "Great Balls of Fire" #40 US. 1978 "Dolly Parton/Both Sides" #24 UK. 1978 "Here You Come Again" #20 US.

1978 "Heartbreaker" #27 US.