For some odd reason, Lara Dutta's being very secretive about her fitness video. The actress continues to deny that she is working on one. Even yesterday, her publicist swore that there is nothing happening on that front. However, we bring you all the inside details:
* The actress has finished working on the video.
* It has been shot on a set at Mehboob Studio.
* It has been produced by her boyfriend Mahesh Bhupathi's firm Globosport. He has closely worked with Lara on the ideation and design for the DVD.
* The video begins with a half-hour cardio session and then gives the viewer the option of choosing either the beginners' or advanced levels.
* While Bipasha's video featured her friend and fitness expert Deanne Pandey, Lara's expert is Zarine Watson, who runs a gym called Watson Fitness centre in Bandra, where Karan Johar, Arjun Rampal and other celebs work out.
* Bunty Walia's girlfriend (also Dutta's gym buddy) Debi Dutta is part of this video and has demonstrated the beginners' workout regimen. Lara has demonstrated the exercises in the advanced level.
* The advanced version with Lara has tougher excercises -- a combination of core strengthening and cardiovascular exercises. Emphasis has been laid on maintaining a correct posture and form.
* The DVD will be out this year.
* There are also workouts for pregnant women and for those with physical ailments such as back and knee problems.
* There is a special segment on diet. A consultant will talk about the benefits of eating the right food and maintaining a rigorous diet.
Producer: Mahesh Bhupathi
Workout Partner: Debi Dutta
Fitness Expert: Zarine Watson