Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan led a three-day Asian lifestyle and culture extravaganza here over the weekend.

The event, at the National Exhibition Centre, was billed as the biggest indoor celebration of Asian lifestyle and culture in Britain.

Called Mela 2004, the event got under way Friday, giving visitors the chance to experience the latest in Asian fashion, food and entertainment.

Hrithik appeared on stage together with Indian dancers and bhangra musicians from across the country. Visitors were able to taste food prepared by top chefs and experience various therapies, including traditional ayurvedic treatments.

West Midlands Police officers were also on site, using the event to encourage visitors to consider a career in the service.

The force said it had the highest percentage of ethnic minority and female officers in the country and welcomed the opportunity to discuss its work with those attending.

Managing director Raj Ghai said: "The event was about celebrating the success of the Asian community, people making their mark and reaching their full potential, so we brought together employers like West Midlands Police who are on the lookout for recruits.

"The force is supportive towards making the police representative of its community," Ghai added.