Ash Clears Misconceptions By Taran Adarsh, January 26th, 2005 - 0930 hrs IST
Contrary to what a section of the industry would like to believe, Aishwarya Rai continues to go great guns. The latest project in her kitty is a Michael Douglas starrer, which is a joint venture between a Hollywood production house and Percept. “Yes, I am doing the film,” Ash tells this writer in an exclusive conversation, “And, let me add, this project was signed much before BRIDE AND PREJUDICE hit the marquee. But I kept quiet all through since I wanted the makers to make the first move of announcing it officially.”
If you thought Ash would be sulking post-BRIDE AND PREJUDICE, you're mistaken. “The film has done exceedingly well in U.K. and South Africa, so why should I sulk? Strangely, a section of the media was in a tearing hurry to write off the film even before the results could be declared. The U.S. critics have also praised my performance in RAINCOAT,” the 'Bride' states with pride.
There's talk that she has started looking at Bollywood all over again. “But I want to be here. When did I ever say that I was bidding goodbye to Bollywood? I still have offers coming in everyday. I don't have a PR machinery to plug in stories at regular intervals. Perhaps, that's one of the reasons why most people feel that I've packed my bags and left for L.A.,” she smiles.