skype not working in windows 8.1

Hi there,

I like windows 8 and upgraded to windows 8.1 a couple of days back. before upgrading I even checked the compability of programs installed, if upgraded would not impact any that i already have. It did not list anything. so I went ahead and upgraded to windows 8.1. Now Skype (latest version) is not working in windows mode of windows 8.1, it gives error while clicking the exe and sending reports to microsoft. the app store version of windows 8.1 works atleast but the user interface is messed up. it is not showing contacts or categories as it used to be before in windows 8 or any android version of skype. Appreciate your help in this regard. let me know if additional information is required.

Thanks