The only thing that bothers Preity Zinta is her link-ups with co-stars and friends, as a result of which none of her male friends, she says, wants to go out with her. ‘The only problem is any man whom I’m seen with in public is automatically linked with me. I’ve come to a place where none of my male friends wants to go out with me any more! I think I’ll just have to pick my date for the next public event through a contest!’ she added laughing. Preity, who is co-owner of Indian Premier League (IPL) team Kings XI Punjab, has to cope up with being linked to not only her co-stars but also cricketers now.

‘Can you imagine, members of my own team! I’ve always maintained I’d never mix business and pleasure. Now that I’m getting fully into business, I’m narrowing my chances of finding a man. I know I’d never get into criminal activities, so maybe…’

Preity has been spending a lot of time outside Mumbai and says she goes out of the city to avoid prying eyes. ‘Whenever I’m not shooting I’m out of the country. Don’t get me wrong. I love Mumbai to death. But tell me what can an actor can do in the city if she isn’t working? I can’t go out partying. I can’t even take a jog. What do I do on a Sunday? I can’t even go out. ‘Now (after the Ness episode) it’s become worse. I can’t go out with any guy. If I do I’ve to beg some women to come along, otherwise the guy and I get linked up. I can’t handle it any more,’ said Preity. Source

Bollywood’s livewire Preity Zinta is certainly going places, from Bollywood to Harvard university. The actress says she’s having a great time there and yes… she’s also learning. Preity is doing a short executive course in negotiating and deal-making at the Harvard Business School in the US.

“I am having such a good time here. No one judges me here or asks me stupid questions and there are no pretensions. Finally I breathe,” Preity posted on her Twitter page. “My class is full of wonderful people from all over the world and I am learning so much from all of them,” she added.

In her latest post, Preity mentioned that she had a major assignment on mergers and acquisitions. The actress also said that she is leading a disciplined life as she wraps up her day and hits the bed by 11:15 p.m. Source

While Preity Zinta was away from Mumbai, her home in Mumbai was ransacked and robbed, allegedly by her domestic help. She says, “Mere ghar main ho gayi solid chori. They took money and some jewellery. My mother came to Mumbai, spotted the theft and reported it immediately. It was her money that they took.”

After a six-week, well spent vacation with brother and friends, Preity is back. She has always been travelling extensively, “I’ve always been a gypsy. Whether for my outdoor shoots or holidays, I’m frequently out of the country. On my way back, I stopped over in London.” Now she’s back to listening to scripts. “I’m listening to some really interesting projects. Hopefully, I’ll be signing a couple of films shortly. That would shut those up who want to write me off.”

She is proud to admit that she is financially independent, “I’ll never be broke and never have to depend on a man for money. Putting my time and effort into IPL was a wise decision.” Preity has had a make over and is back with a bang, “Seriously, I’ve come back, rejuvenated and charged and raring to go.” Source

The cutie pie Preity Zinta played the role of a perfect cheerleader for dear friend Salman Khan whose `Being Human` show at the ongoing HDIL India Couture Week here late Tuesday saw many celebrities strutting down the ramp.

Dressed in a `Being Human` sleeveless T-shirt and sporting a new look with fringes falling perfectly on her forehead, the actress looked as ravishing as ever.

“Wow! Salman! Salman!,” shouted Zinta and continued clapping till he left the ramp. It was not just for Salman, she also cheered for other celebrities like Aamir Khan, Ajay Devgan, Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan, Govinda, Sanjay Dutt, Katrina Kaif, Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan with equal enthusiasm.

“I must tell you that my throat is already gone. I was so happy that all this shouting and cheering just happened. The show was all about being human and being together. It celebrated togetherness of the industry and this is what had me do all the shouting. But it is worth it,” Preity told reporters. Source

Surprise surprise ! Preity Zinta was caught looking very much like Aishwarya Rai in the ‘Kajra Re’ number, and making a similar gang of guys sway to her verve. She is actually doing a special song for dear friend Salman Khan’s home production ‘Main Aur Mrs Khanna’.

And no, she has not copied Ash, as she has just agreed to do a ‘special’ song in the flick, and not an item song like Ash’s ‘Kajra Re’. The flick stars Kareena Kapoor and Sohail Khan too. The perky actor said to a news daily, “It’s an interesting cameo. The song’s called ‘Happening’ and I agreed to do it because director Prem Soni is a friend. And since Salman has played Prem so often, let’s just say this one is for Prem.”

Prem (the director) added, “Unlike Ash, who was just a part of ‘Kajra Re’, Preity plays an important role in the film.”

And the best news is that defying expectations, Preity is looking really ‘happening’ in the song. She is reported to have worked hard for the special appearance. With two super fit actors Salman and Kareena in the film, Preity forced herself to follow a special diet, take up a tough exercise regime and do yoga. Source

Shiney Ahuja has a support in the form of one actress who is feeling compassionate about the whole episode. Apparently, Preity Zinta thinks that Shiney Ahuja is one of those few unfortunate actors who is getting slammed down by media even before anything is confirmed.

The actress who is back in Mumbai post holidaying in Europe and the US to recuperate from her break-up with Ness Wadia said in an interview that she has enormous faith in the judiciary and that they will do justice with the actor.

Rumour has it that the actress had faced serious problems with Shiney Ahuja during the shooting of Har Pall; however, the actress has set aside all her differences at the time of crises in the actor’s life. The actress even expressed her anger on media for blowing the issue by saying that one must consider that Shiney has a family too and all this would only aggravate their sorrow and pain. Source

Here’s a quick chat with Preity Zinta.

Q :  Films, IPL, sponsoring 34 poor girls…is that what you call ‘branching out’?

Preity : (Smiles) I have always lived life the way I wanted and always done things that are different and exciting to me. Yes, in your words, I am really branching out because I am loving it.

Q : This time fellow actor Shilpa Shetty has also joined you and Shah Rukh. Comment.

Preity : Watch the matches…(laughs aloud).

Q : Why did you suddenly decide to sponsor 34 girls?

Preity : It was not ’suddenly’. I always wanted to do something for poor children, especially girls, and what can be better than giving them proper education, good food and clothing. These 34 kids are born poor girls. Just wait for some 10-15 years and see how they shape up! More

After her break-up with Ness Wadia, Preity Zinta has moved on and how. Preity is far from being heartbroken and instead has a new man in her life. She is now seeing New York-based businessman and hotelier Vikram Chatwal, who has been known to date some of the hottest international models.

That the Vikram-Priya Sachdev marriage is also on the brink of a breakdown is well-known. “Meanwhile, Preity and Vikram have become quite close and the two get along like a house on fire,” said a source. Preity’s close relationship with Vikram was especially obvious during the Mai Mumbai show at the Lakme Fashion Week organized by Vikram Chatwal.

An eyewitness said, “When Vikram walked the ramp, it was Preity who was cheering most loudly for him. From the look of it, it was apparent that Vikram and Priety enjoy being together. At a party held later during the day, Priety was with Vikram throughout the evening.” Source

As IPL is round the corner, Preity Zinta is working hard to boost up the confidence level of her team, roping in her endeavor is Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan. She requested Mr. Bachchan to give a short TV bite that would cheer up her Punjab Kings which has players like Yuvraj Singh, Sreesanth and Irfan Pathan.   

“Preity had called last evening for a request - her IPL team was hugely depressed and she was wondering if I could do a small TV bite to cheer them up. I did that and I hope it makes them happy,” Amitabh posted on his blog. 
 
Preity and Big B always share a good rapport and together gave hits like Veer-Zaara, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna and The Last Lear.  Commenting on the upcoming Twenty20 series, Amitabh wrote, “Cricket has become so big and important. And the T20 series, now shifted to South Africa due to security concerns and concerns of its reflection on the elections, is a sheer delight.” Source

Preity Zinta has been a bit busy these days due to IPL. But that does not means she has lost her interests in Bollywood rumours. Preity Zinta has rubbished reports that her next film ‘Har Pal’ with multiple National Award wining director Jahnu Barua is an art film.

‘Everyone thinks it’s an art film but it’s not. It’s a beautiful story with an amazing music. ‘Har Pal’ is super commercial,’ Preity told reporters.

Slated for a summer release, the film also stars Shiney Ahuja, Dharmendra and Eesha Koppikhar. Source