AMITABH WITHOUT BEARD in "Pa"

Amitabh Bachchan will shave off his beard for director R Balkrishnan's 'Pa'. The director known for his 'Cheeni Kum', starring Big B and Tabu, will present Amitabh in a new makeover. Abhishek will also be given a personality change in it as both the Bachchans are playing father and son in what the director terms a more emotional story than 'Cheeni Kum'. Interestingly, Vidya Balan will play Abhishek's love interest while Amitabh will play solo. So, Amitabh's life will revolve around his son.

Incidentally, the Big B doesn't lag behind in showering praises on his junior colleagues. Amitabh complimented Manoj Bajpai for donning an absolutely new look for the fashion show followed after a press meet of the ' Acid Factory'. According to those present at the fashion show, Manoj sophisticated style and somber look sent the audience into a tizzy. Not only that, Manoj Bajpai's looks even took Amitabh Bachchan by storm. The veteran actor was completely bowled over by Bajpai's suave avatar and showered compliments on him backstage. Significantly, the fashion show featured the stars from the film - Fardeen Khan, Irrfan Khan, Aftab Shivdasani, Dino Morea, Manoj Bajpai, Danny Dengzongpa and Dia Mirza in a naughty, catty avatar. The men, who were dressed in suits, looked dashing, while Dia appeared hot and sexy. The actress' new avatar took the audience by surprise. The crowd went absolutely berserk watching the stars walk coolly and stylishly on the ramp.