Tena Desae faints during shoot

While shooting on the high seas, a sick Tena Desae blacked out

Sometimes it is best to take the bull by its horns. Tena Desae did the same but flunked miserably. The actress who has seasickness was required to shoot in the middle of an ocean in Fiji. She did manage to give a few shots but ultimately passed out.

A source from the sets says, Tena and her co-star Rajeev Khandelwal had a sequence on a boat. Unfortunately the water was very choppy that day. And not a lot of people knew of Tena's discomfort. About 20 minutes into her scenes, Tena started throwing up. The crewmembers were far out into the sea. Finally, after much gagging and feeling giddy, she blacked out.
The unit took her back to the shore where she was given first aid, adds the source. Tena says, It was the first shot of the day and I was doing absolutely fine. But half an hour into the shoot, the seasickness hit me hard. I had to ignore all of that and carry on with my work.

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Rajeev's kissing issue!

Rajeev Khandelwal was quite a nervous man when it came to shooting for his first on-screen smooch

Stealing your first kiss, be it in real life or on the reel, is never easy. Rajeev Khandelwal apparently had a really tough time shooting for his first-ever smooching sequence opposite Tena Desae in an upcoming film.

A source says, The two were required to shoot for this sequence in the middle of the road in Fiji. Director Aditya Dutt wanted to set the scene amidst a regular surrounding, in order to capture their natural reaction.

Since the road was pretty crowded, Rajeev and Tena became very nervous, so much so that their anxiety was quite palpable.

However, the source adds that the kind of emotions their faces were emoting was exactly what the director needed for his film. I wanted to shoot their kiss from several angles and both Rajeev and Tena had to repeat it again and again for the cameras,  says Dutt.

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Tena Desae is on a high

Tena Desae, who made her Hollywood debut in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, is on cloud nine

The film has been nominated for the Best Picture at the Golden Globes awards. I always expected the best for it. I'm thrilled the film has been nominated for the Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild awards and Critics Choice Awards! They're all revered awards and the nomination is supremely exciting.

The competition is tough which makes the nomination all the more incredible. Fingers, toes and hair crossed! says Tena.

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Rajeev's intensity floors Tena

Actress Tena Desae, who will soon be seen opposite Rajeev Khandelwal in "Table No. 21", is all praise for her co-star's intensity, which she says, reflected in her performance as well.

"He is so brilliantly and effortlessly intense that it kind of helped me. So anytime I had any problem, I could go up and ask how he would do it so I could get some solution," the 25-year-old said here Thursday while promoting the film at a media institute.

"Just by him being amazing my job was easier because then I could play off reactions," she added.

Tena made her debut with "Yeh Faasle" in 2011 and has featured in "Sahi Dhandhe Galat Bandhe" and "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel". She was also seen in a small role in "Cocktail."

Directed by Aditya Datt, "Table No. 21" also stars Paresh Rawal and hits theatres Jan 4, 2013.

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My Sensuous Bikini and Lip-Lock are talk of the town

Tena Desae is the actress who is currently talk of the Bollywood Town because of her sensuous Bikini Scene and the Lip-Lock scene from her upcoming movie 'Table No 21' starring Rajeev Khandelwal and Paresh Rawal.

Tena debuted opposite Anupam Kher in a long forgotten movie 'Yeh Faasle' which sank at the Box Office. She went on to grab a very noticing role in an international film 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' where she played the part of a Call Center girl and was appreciated. 
Table No 21 is her second Bollywood film in one year where she is paired with two acclaimed actors.

Speaking about her co-stars, Tena said "I was lucky to work with two acclaimed actors of Bollywood. Earlier i was very nervous, But the moment i met Rajeev and Pareshji on the sets, I felt very comfortable. They both never made me feel that this was my second film in Bollywood."

Speaking about the Bikini and the Lip-Lock scene with her co-actor Rajeev Khandelwal, Tena added "Well, That's what the script demanded. The story is about a couple who goes for a honeymoon vacation to Fiji Island where there are exotic beaches and other romantic locales. 
I already had a word with my director Aditya Datt and he assured me about the treatment of those scenes. I feel very happy if my Bikini scene is receiving appreciations by Aam Janta."

Table No 21 is a crazy thriller (As described by the film's director Aditya Datt) and is slated for 4th January 2013 release.

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Table No. 21 launches groovy item song

After an unprecedented response on the edgy trailer, the Eros International and Next Gen Film's thriller Table No. 21 gets grooving in their newly released title track, 'If You Lie, You Die'. The song has Paresh Rawal, Rajeev Khandelwal and Tena Desae dancing to the upbeat song.

The lyrics of the song are very catchy as the tagline of this high concept thriller, 'If You Lie, You Die' is the theme of the song. Paresh Rawal, Rajeev Khandelwal and Tena Desae will be seen dancing to the choreography of Remo D'Souza.

The item song is a visual treat as the audiences will get to see Paresh Rawal dancing in his villainous avatar. Rajeev Khandelwal and Tena Desae make a great couple as they dance to the foot tapping number.

Directed by Aditya Datt, Table No. 21 is a twisted tale about a couple out on a lavish holiday and how they end up on the Table No. 21 sitting across a mysterious man. Find out what happens further when the mystery unfolds on the 4th of Jan, 2013!!

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I hate kissing but love bikinis: Tena Desae

Model-turned-actress Tena Desae might have locked lips with Rajeev Khandelwal in "Table No. 21", but says she feels "uncomfortable" and "awkward" while doing such scenes. 

"I can't disclose about the scene right now. I had to understand how important it was for the film... it would not look as if the scene was incorporated just for the attention. I know it sounds cliche," Tena told. 

"I hate doing kissing scenes. It's very dramatic. I feel very uncomfortable and awkward doing these scenes. I believe it's all in my head. I was in no position to argue with my director (Aditya Datt)," she said. 

Besides kissing scene, Tena will be seen in a bikini in the film and said: "I am blessed with good metabolism. I don't easily gain weight. So I was comfortable wearing bikini as I have worn it before for Kingfisher calendars." 
"Table No. 21" is about a couple who lives a mediocre life and are thrilled to have won an exotic vacation in Fiji.

Their excitement heightens when they get a chance to play Tell all truth game for mind- boggling prize money. As soon as the game begins, they discover that it's a game of survival.

Sunil Lulla and Viki Rajani have produced "Table No 21" that also features Paresh Rawal.

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First Look: Table No 21

Veteran actor Paresh Rawal, Rajeev Khandelwal and new-comer Tena Desae unveiled the trailer of their upcoming psycho thriller 'Table No.21' at PVR Juhu (Mumbai) today. The film is presented by Eros International in association with Next Gen Films.

All the three actors launched the trailer of the face paced scary thriller. Directed by Aditya Datt and Produced by Viki Rajani. Aditya Datt is famous for his musical hit Aashiq Banaaya Aapne with Emraan Hashmi,

Paresh Rawal plays the role of Mr. Khan a sick minded multimillionaire who entangles Rajeev Khandelwal (Vivaan) and Tena Desae (Siya Agasthi) to play a game on Table No. 21 while they are on a vacation in Fiji.

The game has only one rule, 'If You Lie... You Die', which is also the tag line of the film. As simple as it sounds, Going by it's trailer, The film reveals a very dark side of the game. Rajeev Khandelwal with his gorgeous wife Tena Desae are players who readily agree to take a chance of playing this game for a whooping amount of 21 crores.

Paresh Rawal looks amazing in this edgy character with some crispy lines spoken in the Trailer. Rajeev Khandelwal looks very promising and sure to win your hearts with his charm. Tena Desae, who is introduced with this film, looks extremely confident with the experienced actors.

Table No 21 is slated to release on the 4th of January. The film sounded a mixture of Hollywood thrillers such as Hostel and The Game. Only Friday will decide if Indian Viewer's are ready for such fast paced dark edgy thrillers.

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I almost never have bad hair days: Tena Desae

When I'm heading for a party, there are a few things that I need with me in my bag, including a gloss, a compact, my wallet, keys and cell phone.

And great company at the party is something I look forward to. As for make-up, it depends on what I'm wearing. Smoky eyes-nude lips or simple eye-make up and a strong lip colour work well for me. I like to keep my skin fresh and glowing.

I love using glitter and gloss so evening makeup is always the most fun! For my hair, I use frizz-control or curl-boosting products (as the case may be) and leave my hair loose more often than not because it's my most defining look.

Luckily, I almost never have bad hair days. Wetting my hair and adding some leave-in conditioner to it always does the trick. Clean hair is always manageable.

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Size zero overrated

Model-turned-actress Tena Desae feels size zero has been overrated by the media and it all depends on a person's body type.

"I think that's more written about in the media than anything else. If your bone structure is bigger than you can't have a size zero body. It's more important to be fit. I am a size zero and I want to put on weight for films," said Tena, 25, who debuted in Hindi films in 2011 with "Yeh Faasle".

Talking about her diet and fitness regime, she said: "I do yoga twice a week for flexibility and for what it does to my skin. I do weight training... I do that every alternate day."

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Tena Desae back in town from Fiji

Actress Tena Desae is back in Mumbai after finishing a shooting schedule of her next film "Table No.21" in Fiji. She says the movie will release only next year.

It would release "sometime in February next year", said Tena.

"Table No.21", directed by Aditya Datt, also features Rajeev Khandelwal and Paresh Rawal and has been directed by Aditya Datt.

"The film is a thriller. Apart from my character, the film has two more important characters, which are portrayed by Paresh Rawal and Rajeev. The film is about these three characters playing a game, " she said.

Some parts of the film will be shot in Mumbai.

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Kissing scenes scare me

Model-turned-actress Tena Desae, who did an intimate scene in British comedy-drama "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel", says such scenes are scary for her. 

But she is thankful to co-actor Dev Patel for his support while shooting the scene.

"A kissing sequence is still a nightmare for me. Luckily, I got through 'The Best...' with the help of Dev. He downplayed everything so that I stay confident. But it's still something which worries me," she told.

Directed by John Madden, known for directing Oscar winning movie "Shakespeare In Love", "The Best..." also starred Judi Dench and Bill Nighy. 

It released here May 13. 

Hailing from Bangalore, Tena shifted base to here with the dream of becoming an actor. She says movies had an impact on her life. 

"For the longest time, I didn't know what I wanted to do. I was clueless. I watched some movies and I realised nothing moved me as much as movies. When I watch a sad film, I can cry for days. Acting just felt the right option," said the 25-year-old. 
Tena debuted in Hindi films in 2011 with "Yeh Faasle", which also starred Anupam Kher.

Before entering movies, she worked as a model.

Explaining her move, she said: "I decided to enter into acting through modelling. It seemed like a smarter decision to be in advertisements, which are 30 seconds long, so you have a show reel when you go to directors as opposed to someone who didn't. I was really lucky that the plan worked."

"After modelling, you get used to the camera, you understand lighting. It gave me a sense of familiarity," she said.

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