Meet the hottest Bond girl

Bond girls over the years have been an item of fascination amongst men of all ages, and the latest addition to the elite and the sizzling list is the Ukrainian bombshell Olga Kurylenko.




The Ukrainian actress joins a long list of leading ladies to be cast alongside the super spy like Ursula Andress in 'Dr No', Halle Berry, Kim Basinger and most recently Eva Green in 'Casino Royale'. In photo: Actress Olga Kurylenko arrives for the screening of ‘Paris je t'aime', at the 59th International film festival in Cannes, southern France. (AP photo)




The Ukrainian bombshell was born in Berdyansk in Ukraine and was spotted by a model scout while on vacation in Moscow, signing up with a Paris-based agency. In photo: Actress Olga Kurylenko arrives for the screening of 'Paris je t'aime', at the 59th International film festival in Cannes, southern France. (AP photo)




The elegant girl began her acting career in France in a movie titled 'L'Annulaire', written and directed by Diane Bertrand. Olga plays the role of Camille, a Russian-Bolivian agent, in the latest 007 movie. In photo: Actress Olga Kurylenko poses during a photo call for the film ‘Paris je t'aime', at the 59th International film festival in Cannes, southern France. Kurylenko will co-star in the latest installment of the 007 franchise opposite Daniel Craig. (AP photo)




She also received the certificate of excellence award at the 2006 Brooklyn International Film Festival for her performance in 'L'Annualaire', and also starred in numerous movies like 'Je t'aime segment Quartier de la Madeleine' opposite Elijah Wood. In photo: British actors Daniel Craig who plays James Bond, right, and Gemma Arterton who plays Agent Fields, left, pose with Ukrainian actress Olga Kurylenko who plays Camille, centre, for photographers at a photo call for the new Bond film, which has now been titled ‘Quantum of Solace', at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England. (AP photo)




While in France, Olga married French photographer Cedric Van Mol, whom she divorced after four years and then got married to a mobile phone accessory entrepreneur Damian Gabrielle to split again in 2007. In photo: British actor Daniel Craig who plays James Bond, and Ukrainian actress Olga Kurylenko who plays Camille, pose for photographers at a photo call for the new Bond film, which has now been titled 'Quantum of Solace', at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England. (AP photo)




The bold and the beautiful actress has been in the news for allegedly having a passionate affair with 'Quantum of Solace' director, Marc Forster. But the actress was recently quoted saying that she will never belong to anyone and would never have a lasting relationship. In photo: Ukrainian actress Olga Kurylenko who plays Camille, and British actress Gemma Arterton who plays Agent Fields, pose for photographers at a photo call for the new Bond film, which has now been titled Quantum of Solace, at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England. (AP photo)




The sexy siren said that she has no problem going nude and would have no hesitation in baring all opposite Daniel Craig in her upcoming film 'Quantum of Solace'. In photo: From left British actress Gemma Arterton, French actor Mathieu Amalric, Ukrainian actress Olga Kurylenko, British actors Daniel Craig and Judy Dench and Director Marc Forster pose for photographers at a photo call for the new Bond film, which has now been titled ‘Quantum of Solace', at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England. (AP photo)




The temptress who sent her body double back because she wanted to do the scenes by herself in 'The Hitman' appeared nude in her first movie role in the 2005 flick 'The Ring Finger' where she was seen lying on a bed naked with her male co-star. In photo: Actress Olga Kurylenko poses during a photo call for the film ‘Paris je t'aime', at the 59th International film festival in Cannes, southern France. (AP photo)




The exotic actress doesn't stop here as she is rumoured to have clinched another big and influential role in the upcoming film 'Kirot' to be released in 2009. In photo: Ukrainian actress Olga Kurylenko who plays Camille, and British actress Gemma Arterton who plays Agent Fields, pose for photographers at a photo call for the new Bond film, which has now been titled Quantum of Solace, at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England. (AP photo)




So, watch out for the hot and outspoken Bond girl in 'Quantum of Solace', who goes all out to give the other Bond girls a run for their money. In photo: Actress Olga Kurylenko arrives for the screening of "Paris je t'aime," at the 59th International film festival in Cannes, southern France. (AP photo)


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Celebs in Black

Whether you're heading to a party or walking the ramp, the elegant black is a no-fail option. Be it a see through saree, a sexy short dress or a suit for men, black always catches the eye. And that may be one of the main reasons our celebs take to black as they do to the screen. Is black the safe colour? Let's see these celebs painting a classy picture in black...




This former Miss World can carry off many colours with panache, you would still see her in a black evening gown many times, including her famous appearances at Cannes also. In Photo: Former Miss World, Aishwarya Rai of India arrives for the screening of 'Lemming' directed by French director Dominique Moll, opening the 58th international Cannes film festival, southern France, Wednesday, May 11, 2005. The film takes part in the competition. (AP Photo)




Not just mystic, black has exudes a sense of power also. Take a look at the power trio of the Bond movie- perfect in black! In Photo: British actors Daniel Craig who plays James Bond, right, and Gemma Arterton who plays Agent Fields, left, pose with Ukrainian actress Olga Kurylenko, centre, for photographers at a photo call for the new Bond film, which has now been titled Quantum of Solace, at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008. (AP Photo)




Even a perfect figure needs black! Take a look as Penelope Cruz shows off a mermaid shaped black evening gown. In photo: Actress Penelope Cruz arrives before the screening of her film 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008. (AP Photo)




No wonder designers say that black is a must in your wardrobe. Can't think of anything for a formal party or an informal night-out? Trust a black short number which fits everywhere. Meghan Fox strikes a pose in this sexy black dress. In photo: Actress Megan Fox arrives at the premiere of 'Eagle Eye' in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008. (AP Photo)




You would take our word on black with the Sexiest Woman of the world picking up a black dress for a fashionable event. Halle Berry looks chic! In photo: Actress Halle Berry attends the Calvin Klein 40th anniversary party during Fashion Week in New York, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008. (AP Photo)




Be it anchoring the Academy awards or just another every day party, Nicole Kidman looks ravishing in black. In photo: Actress Nicole Kidman introduces an honorary Oscar to art director Robert Boyle at the 80th Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008. Kidman is wearing a necklace with 7,645 diamonds totaling nearly 1,400 carats by L'Wren Scott. (AP Photo)




Trust black even for wild performances! Madonna has a thing to do with black. She carries it with so much elegance and poise even during one of her performance. In photo: Madonna performs during her 'Sticky and Sweet' tour Wednesday Oct. 15, 2008 in Boston. Madonna and Guy Ritchie announced earlier Wednesday that they are divorcing after nearly eight years of marriage. (AP Photo)




A black leather jacket, or a skin tight dress has always light up the imaginations of movie goers down the ages. What if you see one at a party? Nicole Scherzinger attempts it. In photo: Nicole Scherzinger of U.S. pop group The Pussycat Dolls arrives for the Vodafone Live Music Awards in central London, Thursday Sept. 18, 2008. (AP Photo)




A black dress never lets you down, as Charlize Theron finds out at a party. In photo: Actress Charlize Theron arrives at the Virgin Unite Rock the Kasbah Gala on Thursday Oct. 23, 2008, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo)




Did you think that it was just Hollywood which sang praises for black dresses? Even though not considered auspicious, the Indian celebs do make a style statement in black. Abhishek Bachchan along with his wife Aishwarya Rai flaunts black at a photo shoot. In photo: Abhishek Bachchan, left, and Indian actress Aishwarya Rai pose for photographer prior to the premiere screening of the Bollywood film Sarkar Raj Friday, June 6, 2008, in Bangkok, Thailand. The showing kicked off a weekend-long Bollywood extravaganza of films, fashion shows and awards ceremonies. (AP Photo)




The latest rage in Bollywood, Deepika Padukone, trusts black for formal dos. Even if it's the ramp the leggy Deepika looks fab in black. In photo: Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone walks the ramp showcasing an outfit from her Bollywood film Om Shanti Om during a fashion show in Mumbai, India, Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007. (AP Photo)




Want to make a style statement or show off a lighter moment, then black would be the best option as Katrina Kaif finds out. In photo: Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif models a creation by designer Ashish Soni, at the Grand Finale of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WLIFW) Autumn/Winter 2008 in New Delhi, India, Sunday, March 16, 2008. (AP Photo)




Priyanka looks ravishing in a flowing black dress along with Salman Khan in a black suit. In photo: Bollywood actors Salman Khan, left, and Priyanka Chopra walk the ramp during a fashion show held at the launch of the music of Bollywood film 'Salaam-e-Ishq' ('A Salute to Love') in Mumbai, India, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2006. (AP Photo)




Kareena Kapoor dons the black dress with Shahid Kapur as they walk the ramp. In photo: Bollywood actors Kareena Kapoor, left , with Shahid Kapur, right, display creations by Indian designer Manish Malhotra, during the Wills India Fashion Week in New Delhi, India, in this Sunday, Sept. 3, 2006 (AP Photo)




Of course you could not deny the fact that black makes you look thin. Especially for the Indian full body it would subtly hide the curves at the wrong places. In photo: Indian actresses Preity Zinta and Rani Mukerji, right, smile as they arrive for the screening of their film 'Zeer-Zaara' directed by Indian Yash Chopra during the Bollywood Week in Paris Wednesday, April 26, 2006. (AP Photo)


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The top ten Bond girls are...

Ursula Andress has beaten Halle Berry and Kim Basinger to become the sexiest Bond girl in an online poll conducted by moviefone.com. With 22 completed movies, the superspy franchise, has seen close to 100 feisty women take on the coveted role. Take a look at the top ten sexy girls Mr Bond has bonded with over these years.



Urusla Andress rose out of the blue oceans and waded into the heart of James Bond and movie fans as Honey Ryder, a shell diver, in the 1962 Bond movie 'Dr No'. She became the first 'quintessential' Bond girl. A trend setter. The fascination holds. She has now beaten Halle Berry and Kim Basinger to become the sexiest Bond girl ever in an online poll.(AP Photo)



Like Ursula Andress had done 40 years ago, Halle Berry too walked out on the beach to be greeted by James Bond in 'Die Another Day'. As Giacinta 'Jinx' Johnson she was also voted the fourth toughest girl on screen of all time. And now, she is the second hottest Bond girl. In photo: Actress Halle Berry arrives to ELLE Magazine's 15th Annual Women in Hollywood Tribute held at The Four Seasons on October 6, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Getty Images)



After doing small parts in TV shows, Kim Basinger played the Bond girl in the 'Never Say Never Again' (1983), where she starred opposite Sean Connery. She is the third on the list. In photo: Actress Kim Basinger attends the Dreamball 2007 at the German Historical Museum September 27, 2007 in Berlin, Germany. (Getty Images)



American actress and model, Barbara Bach is best-known for her Bond girl role as Anya Amasova from the 1977 movie 'The Spy Who Loved Me'. She is married to the ex Beatles drummer Ringo Starr. Anya brought her fame and gained her recognition as an international sex symbol. In Photo:Actress Barbara Bach attends the 30 Days of Fashion & Beauty Gala with an exhibition displaying photographs by Mary McCartney, at the Natural History Museum September 16, 2008 in London, England. (Getty Images)



A model turned actress Denise Richards was a geo-physicist called Christmas Jones in the 1999 James Bond film 'The World Is Not Enough'. Her character lacked the oomph of a Bond girl and she was ranked the worst Bond girl. In Photo: Denise Richards attends the launch of Signorelli's Susan G.Komen apparel collection promoting breast cancer awareness October 15, 2008 at Planet Blue in Los Angeles, California. (Getty Images)



BAFTA award winner Eva Green shot to fame as the Bond girl in Casino Royale. In photo: Eva Green arrives at the World Premiere of 'Franklyn' during the BFI 52nd London Film Festival, at Odeon West End on October 16, 2008 in London, England. (Getty Images)



The first Polish born Bond girl, Izabella Scorupco is famous for portrayal of Natalya Simonova in the 1995 James Bond film 'Golden Eye'. In Photo: Actress Izabella Scorupco attends the 'H&M celebrates Viktor & Rolf Collection with a Wedding and fashion show' on October 27, 2006 in Beverly Hills, California. (Getty Images)



English actress,Jane Seymour,is best known as a Bond girl in the 1973 James Bond film 'Live and Let Die'. In Photo: Actress Jane Seymour arrives at the 30th anniversary Carousel of Hope Ball to benefit the Barbara Davis center for childhood diabetes held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 25, 2008 in Beverly Hills, California. (Getty Images)



As a Bond girl in 'The Man with the Golden Gun', Brit Ekland was also one of the most talked about and photographed stars. In Photo: Britt Ekland attends the 2004 Empire Magazine Awards at The Dorchester Hotel on February 5, 2004 in London. (Getty Images)



Is it possible to forget the Bond girl, Tiffany Case opposite Sean Connery in the 1971 James Bond film, 'Diamonds Are Forever'? In Photo: Actor Jill Saint John attends the 2nd annual 'A Fine Romance' benefiting the Motion Picture & Television Fund at the Sunset Gower Studios on November 18, 2006 in Hollywood, California. (Getty Images)

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Worlds Sexiest Women

The sexiest women in the world have been unveiled! Move aside Angelina and Scarlett, Karolina is here. Lingerie model Karolina Kurkova was voted as the world's sexiest woman beating supermodels Gisele Bundchen and Heidi Klum, and Hollywood stars Angelina Jolie and Scarlett Johansson. Here's a look at the top ten sexiest women as revealed by E! entertainment television.


One of the most renowned faces of Victoria's Secret, Czech beauty Karolina Kurkova, is considered the next supermodel. She's not just beautiful but also involved in social and humanitarian work. It's no surprise that she topped this list!


Born in Israel, Bar Rafaeli started modeling when she was a toddler! Having won the title 'Model of the Year' in 2000, she has been the face for many fashion brands including the new Diddy cologne, 'I am King'. She finishes a close 2nd here.


Who doesn't know Angelina Jolie? This Oscar-winning Hollywood star has dazzled the world with her acting skills, her humanitarian work as UN Goodwill Ambassador and her penchant for adopting children. No wonder, she's present on most top ten lists of sexiest women.


She is hot! According to Forbes, Gisele Bundchen is the highest paid model and the sixteenth richest woman in the world. Born in Brazil, this beauty is an icon in the glamour world. She may finish 4th on this list but she's numero uno in the modeling world.


With two Golden Globe nominations under her belt, pretty Scarlett Johansson is an extremely versatile actress who has stood out for work off-screen as well. She claims the 5th spot.


Brazilian hottie Adriana Lima never thought about being a model. But here she is, sixth on this list of sexiest women. She's not just a sexy model but has also done some TV appearances. The 6th place is rightfully hers.


Critically acclaimed Hollywood actress Penelope Cruz was born in Spain but has now made the US her home. Apart from her acting talent, she's fluent in 4 languages and spends a lot of time on charity work.


Italian actress and model Manuela Arcuri is not just a pretty face -she has a black belt in karate! Making it to this list on the 9th spot, shows she's definitely going places.


Shakira, Shakira! So goes the song and her sexy moves prove that this gorgeous Colombian beauty can sing, act and dance with ease. Rated as the 6th most successful artist in the last decade, Shakira made it to the 10th spot on this sexiest woman list.




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Sexiest men alive 2008

The tall and lanky Australian actor, Hugh Jackman, added that extra zing to his roles in 'Van Helsing' and 'X-Men'. He joins the ranks of Hollywood's hottest stars after being crowned the 'Sexiest Man Alive 2008' by People magazine.



Being Bond isn't easy. With his impeccable style and plum-in-mouth accent Daniel Craig, British theatre's most famous personality who has twice played the World famous spy, ranks a close second.



Did Don Draper have a real name? Yes! Jon Hamm! He catapulted to fame with the hit TV series 'Mad Men' for his role as Don Draper seems to have made it overnight to People magazine's top slot of hotties this year.



'High School Musical 3' star and teenage heart-throb Zac Effron has found himself graduating with more than just a song-and-dance routine this time. The teen sensation has been voted hands down as one of the sexiest men around and hits the third spot.



'Fashion House' star Robert Buckley didn't know what he was getting into when he appeared shirtless on NBC's top soap opera 'Lipstick Jungle'. Well, he sizzled and made it to the fourth spot!



We just don't seem to get enough of Blair Underwood. A star since his 'LA Law' Days, Underwood was voted one of the '50 Most Beautiful People' People Magazine in 2000, and one of TV Guide's 'Most Influential Faces of the 90s'. He now comes 6th in this survey.



Actor-musician Edward Westwick is best known as Chuck Bass from the American television series 'Gossip Girl'. The lead singer of the English rock band 'The Filthy Youth' makes it to the 7th spot.



Olympian Michael Phelps, is more than just an American swimmer. With fans across the globe, it is not surprising that he made it to the sexiest men alive list hitting an 8.



Popular American country singer Blake Shelton has peaked more than country music charts this year. People magazine voted him into the 9th spot and he's definitely going places.



Chinese pianist, Lang Lang is a child prodigy who started making music at the tender age of 2. This 26-year old music genius scored a perfect ten in this list!


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