Mallika oomphs it up... again!

She’s known for opting to be away from the limelight but this time, we found out where Mallika Sherawat has been hiding!

The actress was invited as a special guest to a UNICEF charity event that took place in Los Angeles last week. And boy, was she in good company! Dressed in a bright yellow Max Azria gown, Mallika mingled with English actor Michael York, Billy Zane (of Titanic fame) and his date, Princess of Congo, and other dignitaries including Lord and Lady Hayes.

And in her trademark style, Mallika said it as it is, with one of her unforgettable quotes — when a photographer at the event told her ‘Everyone is talking about you’, she replied: “Anything to bring attention to a good cause.” That’s Miss Sherawat for you!

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Mallika's girlie time with Shirley

Sherawat and MacLaine gab and grab some grub in LA; they discussed reincarnation too!

Mallika Sherawat is on a Hollywood-meets-Bollywood spree in Los Angeles to promote and create awareness for her next release Hisss directed by Jennifer Lynch.

It is learnt that she recently spent some time with legendary American movie star, Shirley MacLaine. They were spotted leaving the Chanel store on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills.

They were followed by paparazzi andducked in to a cafe for a late lunch. The meeting between the Oscar-winning actress and Mallika lasted over two hours." A few weeks ago Mallika met Shirley's brother, Warren Beatty, at the Beverly Hills Polo Lounge. It is unclear whether Warren arranged the introduction between the actresses.

A source close to Mallika says, "They discussed films, and gosipped. Shirley told her stories about Billy Wilder and the time when she 'kicked Jack Nicholson in the groin.' Ms MacLaine also enquired of her film Hisss, as she has long been fascinated by reincarnation and has written nine books on it." Since Hisss deals with reincarnation, the senior actress was quite interested in the film, and asked to see the teaser promo of the film.

Shirley is known to be one of the quirkiest Hollywood actresses, just like Mallika who loves drama. Naturally the two bonded like soul sisters, albeit from different generations. MacLaine gave the desi actress tips on how to make it in Hollywood.

The H-Town actresse's best films include Irma la Douce, Steel Magnolias, Terms Of Endearment, The Turning Point, The Apartment, Madame Sousatzka, Closing The Ring, Rumor Has It and Used People among others.

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Mallika's our girl: Ex-Japan PM

A former prime minister and representatives from Nagoya, Japan, were present at Los Angeles City Hall when Mallika Sherawat was honored with a special recognition and resolution in her name, the first of its kind bestowed upon an Indian actor by Hollywood.

The former Japanese prime minister and his staff were supposed to be honored directly after Mallika, but instead the Japanese delegation made the entire Los Angeles City Council wait while they followed Mallika into the council chambers media room for a photo opportunity with the Bollywood bombshell.

Introduced to Mallika by Hollywood Councilmember Tom Lebonge, the former Japanese prime minister was overheard saying Mallika was "our girl" because she worked with Jackie Chan, the biggest superstar in South East Asia. The Japanese diplomat was also overheard telling the star that he was "enamoured" by her beauty, and invited Mallika to be a special guest for a trip to Japan.

Miss Sherawat, who has never been to Japan, was overheard graciously accepting the offer, and plans to make the special visit in the near future!

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Mallika brunches with Yanni, Dylan!

After her historic recognition at Los Angeles City Hall, the first of its kind ever bestowed upon an Indian actor by Hollywood, Mallika Sherawat was hosted for brunch at a downtown eatery accompanied by 25 guests.

A source present at the brunch reveals that Mallika sat between studio film director Jesse Dylan (son of legendary musician Bob Dylan) and world famous music composer Yanni.

Overheard was discussion of Mallika's next few American film projects of which our source says Mr. Dylan seemed to be involved. Mr. Dylan directed the Will Ferrell film "Kicking and Screaming" and "American Wedding" for Universal Studios, among others. Also mentioned was music for "Hisss", currently in post-production at a Hollywood facility. Yanni was heard offering to provide his music for the highly-anticipated film.

Some invited guests and friends of Miss Sherawat who were unable to attend include Warner Bros. studio film director Jay Chandrashakur and the 'CEO of HipHop" Russell Simmons, both also rumored to be in talks with the Indian star on upcoming projects.

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Mallika will become an honorary citizen of Los Angeles on I-Day eve

The Los Angeles City Council has decided to make Mallika Sherawat an honorary citizen. This will be the first time the city of Los Angeles will officially confer an honour on any B-Town celebrity.

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and other members of the LA City Council will do the needful on the eve of India's Independence Day. On the occasion, the city will recognise Ms Sherawat as an honorary citizen and present a resolution for her extraordinary career and charitable efforts.

Says a source close to Mallika, "It will be a celebrity -studded event where many special guests are expected to attend. Some of these will include her Hollywood friends like world-famous composer Yanni, film director Jay Chandrashekar, CAA super agent Emanuel Nunez, film director Jesse Dylan (son of musician Bob Dylan), Hisss director Jennifer Lynch and producer Govind Menon among others. Mallika has personally invited all of them to the event."

The event will be open to the public and Mallika will also sign autographs for fans before and after the event.
The source adds, "Mallika has been residing in Los Angeles at a penthouse apartment in one of the most expensive areas of the city.

In a string of firsts, Mallika is also the first star from Asia to be invited to the Twitter headquarters and the first B-Town star to have a Hollywood milkshake named after her. She a favourite on the Los Angeles social scene, charitable circuit and even at rock- star parties. This fall, she will star in her first all-American project, playing a character inspired in part by Kamala Harris (the Attorney General of San Francisco)."

After the event, Mallika and her guests will come together again for brunch.

Excerpts of the letter from the City of Los Angeles:
"Ms Sherawat,
...I invite you, along with family and friends, to join the Los Angeles City Council and Mayor in a council presentation recognising your extraordinary contributions to our great city on August 14, 2009 at 10 am in Council Chambers. In addition to recognising you in council, we would also like to present to you a resolution honoring your career and contributions."

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