Abhay-Sonam bury the hatchet with Santoshi's next

They exchanged barbs and bitterness for the longest time. But Anil Kapoor and Abhay Deol may have decided to bury the hatchet after all. Mumbai Mirror has learnt both of them are willing to put the unpleasantness of Aisha behind them and are chalking out plans to work together again. In fact, Anil may produce Rajkumar Santoshi's next, which will feature his daughter Sonam and Abhay in the lead.

A friend of the veteran actor revealed to Mirror, "Santoshi is making a comedy with Abhay and Sonam. Anil Kapoor, who has known Santoshi for a long time, may produce it. This news has come as a surprise to many."

In fact, on a TV show, Anil had said Abhay "needs serious help" and Abhay had retorted saying that Anil "was a waste of time".

Abhay had also gone on record saying he wasn't too pleased with the way Aisha shaped up and was vocal about his problems with Kapoor's production house. 

However, Anil has reportedly spoken to Abhay and the two have sorted out their differences. Anil's friend added, "Anil had even invited Abhay to the party that was held for Tom Cruise last week. Abhay heard the narration of the script last week and has decided to come on board. The title of the film is yet to be finalised."

When we got in touch with Rajkumar Santoshi, he said, "It is too early to say anything. Give me a week and I will be in a better position to talk about the film."

 While Abhay and Sonam remained unavailable for comment, Anil said, "If Rajji wants me to produce any film, I will do it. I can never say no to him."

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Has the times changed for better for heroines?
It's degraded. Do you see women-oriented films like Mother India, Bandini, Sujata, and Guide being made today? In the last one-year we saw films like Aisha, Fashion, No One Killed Jessica and The Dirty Picture. 
 
Do you feel the need to be more diplomatic at times?
I have always spoken my mind. I have never said anything mean unless someone attacked me. Obviously, I am not a Gandhian. You can state your opinion without stepping on another's toe, which I am foolish enough to do once in a while. 
 
You are known more as a fashion icon than an actress...
People love me as an actor, that's why some of the biggest directors are offering me movies. I'd rather be known as a fashion icon than someone who is very easy, or someone who sleeps around or someone who has too many boyfriends. 
 
Your dad said other actresses are jealous of you.
My dad can say that. I can't. That will be really immodest (Smiles). Honestly, I have known girls who say 'I wear simple clothes' and the next thing you know is that they are flaunting designer clothes. That's hypocrisy. 
 
He also said you turned down Hollywood films!
I don't like talking about films I am not doing.