Anu Menon, of Channel V's 'Lola Kutty' fame, is all set to step into Bollywood with Pritish Nandy Communication's Raat Gayi Baat Gayi. The film also stars Rajat Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Neha Dhupia and Navneet Nishan. Anu plays Vinay Pathak's wife in the film
Rongita Nandy says that Anu suited the character very well. As a producer Rongita had many options to figure out which actor would pull off the interesting characters in the film. And the dynamic Anu Menon had immense potential to bring in energy, fun and magic to her character.
Excited about her first film, Anu confirms that it was the well-written script which made her sign the film. She also informed that she had been flooded with film offers in the past but they did not really interest her.
Raat Gayi Baat Gayi is directed by Saurabh Shukla and is expected to release later this year. Source: Indiafm.com News | 17 Jan 2008 | 2:30 pm
Govinda in a fit of anger slapped a mischief-monger on the sets of his upcoming film Money Hai To Honey Hai yesterday (16th Jan) late afternoon at Filmistan studios in Goregaon.
Apparently, the man in question was wandering around the sets and creating quite a nuisance by disturbing and even passing comments at the actors. When things reached an extreme, Govinda lost his cool and asked him who he was and why was he misbehaving?
The man replied that he was just an on-looker. Govinda asked him to leave immediately but when he refused, the actor lost his cool and gave him one tight slap and asked him to get out.
The incident suddenly was all over the news as a lot of media people were present for the press conference of the film. The actor however didn't regret what he did and felt that the nuisance-maker got what he deserved.
Money Hai To Honey Hai stars Govinda, Manoj Bajpai , Aftab Shivdasani, Hansikaa Motwani ,Celina Jaitley and is directed by choreographer turned director Ganesh Acharya. Source: Indiafm.com News | 17 Jan 2008 | 1:56 pm
The flow of movies have commenced from this Friday onwards. Rajkumar Santoshi"s Halla Bol and E. Niwas" My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves were expected to bring in the audiences, but the two movies didn"t find many takers on Day 1. Source: Oneindia Entertainment | 17 Jan 2008 | 11:30 am
Veteran actor Babu Antony, who started his career playing negative roles in films and later moved to play lead roles, has now signed a children's film, Plavila Police. The movie, being directed and scripted by journalist Vimal Viswanath, tells the story of children whose parents are imprisoned. Source: Oneindia Entertainment | 17 Jan 2008 | 11:26 am
The blockbuster movie Sivaji: the Boss had Suman playing the negative role of Adhisheshan. His performance in the movie fetched him another big offer to act in the big budget venture Pazhassi Raja starring Mammootty in the lead. Source: Oneindia Entertainment | 17 Jan 2008 | 11:16 am
Rajkumar Santoshi's Halla Bol has managed to highlight not just some socially relevant issues; it has also hit hard at the politics of role cutting which is so prevalent in the world of Bollywood. Source: Oneindia Entertainment | 17 Jan 2008 | 11:09 am
Vivek Oberoi is one such actor, who despite acting in comparatively less number of films, has already created a large fan following. Films apart, Vivek Oberoi is endorsing a soft drink 'Fresh Freezee' where the actor will be exhorting the youth to shun alcohol. This promotional is being brought in ... Source: Oneindia Entertainment | 17 Jan 2008 | 11:08 am
Govinda might be into comedy these days but he hasn't forgotten his days of action in Bollywood. The actor showed a glimpse on that when he slapped a trespasser on the sets of his upcoming movie Money Hai To Honey Hai in Mumbai. The actor justified his action saying that ... Source: Oneindia Entertainment | 17 Jan 2008 | 10:59 am
Sunil Shetty, who has signed the star-son for Loot, thinks Mimoh dances like a dream. Mithun Chakraborty's son whose debut film Jimmy releases in February proved he had inherited his dancing skills from his father when he danced for 50 days for one song sequence in his debut film Jimmy.
The thought of refurbishing and pepping up Mimoh's debut film with a lavish item song came from the concerned father Mithun himself. When Mithun-da saw the finished product with his old friend Raj Sippy directs, he thought something else needed to be added to the product, hence the item song.
The shy newcomer describes the number 'Marhabba Yeh Rab MeraRooth Gaya', choreographed by Nadeem Khan, as the most exhilarating start any newcomer can hope for. "I don't know if I dance half as well as Anna Sir (Suniel) or my Dad thinks. But the number which we rehearsed and shot over a stretch of fifty days just made me feel so proud to be where I was and of my Dad's legacy that I'm carrying forward."
Shooting this baap of all item songs was a journey in time for Mithunda's baba. "The song was choreographed by Nadeem Khan who has done many of my father's songs and it was composed by Bappa Lahiri, Bappida's son. When I remember all the songs that Bappida and my dad teamed up to create history, I get goosebumps. In fact, my debut film's title Jimmy comes from a chartbuster composed by Bappida for dad."
Bappa and Mimoh are buddies. "And hopefully some of our dads' magic has rubbed off on both of us," says Mimoh hopefully as he waits nervously for D Day. And while Mimoh has one of Bollywood's abiding star as a guiding light at home. He gets to match strides with another dancing star in his two post-debut films. "Govindaji, whom I hero-worship along with my dad, is my co-star in my next two films Dharmesh Darshan's untitled film and Suneil Sir's Loot. And I've to dance with Govindaji in both! I guess more than my debut film I've reason to be nervous about what comes afterwards."
Incidentally, Mimoh's co-star in Dharmesh Darshan's film is Hansika Motwani who was supposed to make her debut with Mimoh two years ago. "I guess it's a small world, even if it's show-world," says Mimoh. Source: Indiafm.com News | 17 Jan 2008 | 10:38 am
The Jodi no 1 is coming together again. David Dhawan who's been on an extended sabbatical since Partner is all set to return to direction. Producer Vashu Bhagnani who earlier brought David Dhawan and Govinda together for Coolie No 1 and Hero No 1, is all set to bring the ... Source: Oneindia Entertainment | 17 Jan 2008 | 10:38 am
Mallika Sherawat had quite a successful 2007 with a hat-trick of box office successes to her name. However, even though Guru, Aap Ka Surroor - The Movie and Welcome were all money spinners, Mallika only had supporting roles or cameo appearances in each of the three films. Source: Oneindia Entertainment | 17 Jan 2008 | 10:38 am
She is bubbly, vivacious and an extremely talented actress. Moreover her bright-n-mellifluous laughter is something that can outshine a thousand of halogen bulbs put together. She is none other than B-town's very own Ayesha Takia, the proud owner of a deadly combination of beauty and brains! Having proved her mettle with sensible films like Dor, Ayesha is ready for fun and games in her next film Sunday, directed by Rohit Shetty.
Gear up for a Live Chat with Ayesha today, Jan 17 at 1600 hrs IST. Rememberâ¦it's a Bollywood Hungama bonanza. So, just do not miss this Sunday special, not even for a Sunday! Source: Indiafm.com News | 17 Jan 2008 | 10:01 am
Even before his career took off he did a voiceover in director Mrinal Sen's 'Bhuvan Shome' - a 1969 award-winning movie about the life of an uncompromising Bengali bureaucrat and his 'gradual change'. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 17 Jan 2008 | 7:02 am
Kunal Khemmu, who has a double role in the film 'Superstar', has to don different hairstyles for the two characters. While one has straight-gelled hair, the other is full of curls. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 17 Jan 2008 | 5:00 am
After trying hard to make a foothold in Bollywood with a lot of skin show in films like 'Red Swastik' and 'Raqeeb: Rivals in Love', Sherlyn Chopra has finally changed gears. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 17 Jan 2008 | 5:00 am
Bengali director Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury's debut film 'Anuranan' was released nearly a year ago. To everyone's surprise, including the leading man Rahul Bose, the film is now being released in Hindi this Friday. Though the director seems pretty pleased with his regional film going national, the actor is intrigued. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 17 Jan 2008 | 5:00 am
The political woes of Govinda, Congress MP from the Mumbai North constituency, continue. His political rivals have started to prick him publicly with pins of sarcasm. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 17 Jan 2008 | 4:30 am
Bengali director Rituparno Ghosh lost 12 kg and also shaved his head. So amused and exasperated was Amitabh Bachchan, who plays the main lead in his 'The Last Lear', by the physical makeover that he constantly ribbed him about it. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 17 Jan 2008 | 4:30 am
Salman Khan's trip to London to unveil his wax statue at Madame Tussauds has put Boney Kapoor's film on hold. But the director isn't complaining too much. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 17 Jan 2008 | 3:00 am
Director Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury is looking forward to the release of the Hindi version of his debut Bengali film 'Anuranan' this Friday. He says it is more authentic than the Bengali version. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 17 Jan 2008 | 3:00 am
Now this one would go down as one of the most shocking comebacks of not just the current year but for a much longer time period. Imagine a top actress from the past returning to celluloid after a hiatus and let aside any hype or hoopla, there is not enough the slightest hint of awareness created amongst the audience. To top it, the film even has the actress playing the central protagonist in the title role but surprisingly there is zilch buzz around the project.
Well, the film in question is Tulsi - Mathru Devo Bhava, the release day is this Friday i.e. 18th January and the actress is, hold your breath, none other than Manisha Koirala.
Yes, that's right. 3 years after she was last seen as a lead actress in Mumbai Express (2005), Manisha Koirala is returning as a leading lady in Tulsi - Mathru Devo Bhava sans any fanfare. In between she was seen as a supporting actress in films like Taj Mahal - An Eternal Love Story (2005), Anjaane - The Unknown (2005), Darwaza Bandh Rakho (2006) and Anwar (2007) but each of them met with a disastrous fate at the box office.
Now even as she returns with Tulsi - Mathru Devo Bhava this Friday, there are as good as minimal chances for the film to fare any better since as it is clearly suffering from poor marketing, patchy promotion and haphazard release. What a pity because the film has none other than Irrfan Khan as Manisha's on-screen husband.
Surprisingly, no one associated with the project seems to be showing any inclination towards making audience aware about the film. Neither of the two actors has spoken a word about the film so far whereas the quality of promos also lacks the kind of finesse which could attract audience towards the theaters.
Also, if one tries to read between the lines, it is quite apparent that Manisha has been totally sidelined from the film's publicity. Promos which are currently on air at a select few satellite channels have Irrfan Khan in focus with Manisha conspicuous by her absence. Ironical, since it is Manisha who is supposed to be the central protagonist of the film while playing the title role.
Many moons ago when the film's shooting was completed, Irrfan had declared, âIt is a highly emotional film, something which will hit you in your face. I like working in such movies, which have a strong script." He was also mighty impressed by Manisha and commented that he had become a big fan of hers after seeing her act. Calling her a natural actress, he also complimented her for being a fabulous human being.
However, currently it is a sad situation for producer C H Padmavathi and director K. Ajayakumar who have set Tulsi - Mathru Devo Bhava as the remake of 1993 Telugu hit Mathru Devo Bhava. Incidentally, K. Ajayakumar was the director of the original version as well. Madhavi had bagged a National Award for the role which is being played by Manisha in the remake.
The film also features yesteryear actor Vikram (Julie, Swami) who plays the character of a man who runs an 'ashram' which takes care of orphans. Says Vikram, "The film revolves around three characters - Manisha Koirala, Irrfan Khan and myself. It is a very hard-hitting subject."
Coming back to Manisha, she would be seen in yet another delayed project, God Tussi Great Ho, later this year. Hope she is more visible once this Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan and Priyanka Chopra starrer film gets ready for release. Source: Indiafm.com News | 16 Jan 2008 | 4:36 pm
The Film Federation of India, which is the apex body of the film industry and which has 59 other trade bodies like various producers, distributors, studio owners, and theatre owners as its members celebrates its 50th year.
As a part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations, a grand function has been organized at Mumbai's Rangsharda auditorium on Saturday, Jan 19. The event will honour various past Presidents of the association and there will also be a musical skit performed by well known stage actors.
Shri. Priyaranjan Das Munshi (Minister of Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary affairs) is the chief guest for the evening, while the Guest of Honour is Shri.P.S.Saminathan (MD Pyramid Saimira Theatre Ltd.). Smt.Asha Parekh and Dr.Dasari Narayan Rao (Cabinet Minister) are some of the bigwigs expected to attend.
The star-studded event will have many top Bollywood personalities make an appearance like Anil Kapoor, Sridevi, Rakesh Roshan, Hrithik Roshan and Boney Kapoor.
Currently Mr.Vijay Khemka is the President of the Film Federation of India while Mr. Hirachand Dand is the honorary Secretary and Mr. Santosh Singh Jain heads the Golden Jubilee celebration committee. Source: Indiafm.com News | 16 Jan 2008 | 4:07 pm
Denying widespread reports on Monday that Abhishek had bought a house where he intended to move with his wife Aishwarya, Abhishek says, "It is not true at all." Refuting reports that Abhishek Bachchan has bought a flat in Vashu Bhangani's building pat opposite the Bachchans' residence Jalsa, the producer-turned-builder turns emotional.
"I've never come across a more devoted son than Abhishek. Not even my own son Jackie. It really hurts me to see my name dragged in as a home-breaker. I shudder to think how Iâd react if my son got married and decided to move out. Abhishek would never do that. As for buying an apartment in my buildingâ¦.arrey, he doesn't have to BUY one. All he has to say is send him the keys, and it's his. That's the kind of rapport we share."
Getting more emotional Vashu continues, "When I bought land opposite Amitji's bungalow it was a dream come true. That's why I named the building Pinnacle Dreams."
Once news was out that apartments were available opposite the Bachchans' residence, Vashu had a tough time keeping the crowds of buyers away. "All the apartments in Pinnacle Dreams were sold out eight months ago. There's no vacant apartment except one which I've kept for myself and that I'd happily give it to Abhishek anytime. But he hasn't asked me for it! In fact, many interested people including Pritish Nandy have called to inquire about place in Pinnacle Dreams. Now I'm building a high-rise apartment in front of the J W. Marriott."
Vashu intends to return to film production this year, for his son Jackie's sake. âMy son Jackie will be launched by Vivek Sharma (who's currently helming Bhootnath with the Big B for producer Ravi Chopra) in a film called Kal Kissne Dekha. The film starts shooting in June."
Bhagnani Jr's leading lady is in the process of being finalized. One of the strong contenders is Vedika who's done some South Indian films. Says the proud father, "I've been preparing the boy for six years now. He has been trained in every thing possible. But of course you can't fool the audience. If Jackie isn't good he'll be rejected." Source: Indiafm.com News | 16 Jan 2008 | 1:39 pm
Hereâs some sad news for Indian movie lovers. Vidhu Vinod Chopraâs Eklavya -The Royal Guard, which was Indiaâs official entry to the Oscars this year, is out of the race from the âBest Foreign Language Filmsâ category.
The nine films that made it in the final list include The Counterfeiters (Austria), The Year My Parents Went on Vacation (Brazil), Mongol (Kazakhstan), The Trap (Serbia), Days of Darkness (Canada), Beaufort (Israel), The Unknown Woman (Italy) , Katyn (Poland) and 12 (Russia).
For starters, the Amitabh Bachchan-Sanjay Dutt starrer Eklavya was mired in controversy ever since it was declared as Indiaâs entry to the prestigious Oscars. So, much so that director Bhavna Talwar, who considered her film Dharm as one of the better contenders for the award, went on to claim that the jury was biased in its selection. She even went up to the extent of going to the court regarding the issue.
Seems like India will have to wait for a while to bring home this prestigious award. Source: Indiafm.com News | 16 Jan 2008 | 1:34 pm
In desperation he wanted to dance with a Brazilian hottie Brandra night dance club. The hottie is popularly known as Bruna. She looked at Salman top to bottom and said well I need a sexier man to dance with. Source: Indiadaily.com - Bollywood | 2 Dec 2007 | 12:00 am
THe rumor zones are rampant with controversies about her sexual preferences. She is fueling these more with statement like this one. Source: Indiadaily.com - Bollywood | 2 Dec 2007 | 12:00 am
She is hungry for love. She is obsessed with sexual passions. She is Kangana Ranaut rteady to grab the man of her choice. He is fed up of short-term lovers that come and go on the fly. Source: Indiadaily.com - Bollywood | 22 Nov 2007 | 12:00 am
Jimmy Shergill got turned off in Anand Rais Stangers because of the seminude Sonali Kulkarni. He was eager to kiss Nanda Sen. Nandana was worried about how far Jimmy will go during the liplock. Source: Indiadaily.com - Bollywood | 22 Nov 2007 | 12:00 am
The rumor zone says Ash is pregnant. The Internet Gossip sites are now declaring that Aishwarya is expecting and its a baby boy. Source: Indiadaily.com - Bollywood | 18 Nov 2007 | 12:00 am
Deepal has a tough romantic life. She is eager to settle with Kranti provided she is allowed to expose and make a real career in Bollywood. Source: Indiadaily.com - Bollywood | 13 Nov 2007 | 12:00 am
A bunch of hotties in Goa plan to make a sensational history. They plan to go in a group and smooch the superstar in their arms. Source: Indiadaily.com - Bollywood | 11 Nov 2007 | 12:00 am
The Internet gossip zones are filled with rumors on Udita Goshwamy. The hottie turned Bollywood babe is making significant marks on people these days as she flirts in the parties. Source: Indiadaily.com - Bollywood | 10 Nov 2007 | 12:00 am
Gone are the days when an actress, if got married, was considered ineligible for further hogging the limelight. We have ample examples of our Âdaring ladies who reincarnated themselves on the silver screen. Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles |
Salman Khan's trip to London to unveil his wax statue at Madame Tussauds has put Boney Kapoor's film on hold. But the director isn't complaining too m Source: NDTV Entertainment News |
Osian's-Cinefan Festival of Asian and Arab Cinema promises to celebrate its 10th Anniversary in July with panache, marking a quantum increase in the prize money. Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 1 Jan 1970 | 12:00 am
Ashutosh Gowarilker speaks to Roshmila Bhattacharya about his much-awaited magnum-opus Jodhaa Akbar and the challenges that he faced while making it. Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 1 Jan 1970 | 12:00 am
For composer AR Rahman, the biggest challenge in Jodhaa Akbar was creating music that could echo the union of cultures in the period film and also impress the modern day audience. Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 1 Jan 1970 | 12:00 am
Javed Akhtar, poet, lyricist and screenplay writer, whose lyrics made the audience laugh and cry in Om Shanti Om, Dus Kahaniyaan and Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal turns 63 today. Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 1 Jan 1970 | 12:00 am
The ban in Bihar on the films of Ravi Kissen has been lifted - following a written apology by the actor to the Bihar and Jharkhand Motion Picture Producers Association. Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 1 Jan 1970 | 12:00 am
American Idol, a TV series in the USA, showcases the worst in US talent while ignoring the best. It promotes mediocre talent with the presence of judges who have nothing else to do but pass their so-called judgment on who is the worst. Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles |
Being hailed as the director to watch out for is incidental. Sriram Raghavan likes doing things his own way. After an impressive debut with the dark < Source: NDTV Entertainment News |
The Afghan government banned the film more than a month ago because of a rape scene of a young boy and the ethnic tensions that the film highlights, said Din Mohammad Rashed Mubarez, the deputy minister of the Ministry of Information and Culture Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 1 Jan 1970 | 12:00 am
BritneyÂs love for paparazzi boss Adnan Ghalib, has made her agree to get herself convert to Islam, just to marry him. She has resorted to this either to remain in the limelight or else sheÂs been in so much trouble that sheÂs unable to think sanely. Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles |
Actor and MP Govinda slapped a visitor on the sets of the shooting of his film Money Hai to Honey Hai accusing him of misbehaving with artistes Source: NDTV Entertainment News |
A number of stories concerning Jodhaa Akbar are doing the rounds of the industry. The topic of discussion is that the film won't make it on the Source: NDTV Entertainment News |
Jodhaa (Aishwarya) has a sweet little secret - the ability to sing. This was discovered by none other than Ashutosh Gowariker, the director of the movie, Jodhaa Akbar. This hidden talent though could not be utilised in the movie. Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles |
Royal princess and Telugu prince have finally decided to get settled. The royal family has stamped its approval on their decision to wed. This is the second marriage for Siddharth, who was earlier married to his childhood sweetheart, Meghna. Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles |
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan unveiled his wax figure at Madame Tussauds on January 15. ActorÂs statue stands in a special Bollywood section, alongside those of three other great stars - Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan. Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles |
The stunning CharlizeÂs dream may not have come true but now we all know what her dream was and what she wanted to do before becoming an actress. A back injury had shattered her dreams but led her to a larger destiny. Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles |
Deepika Padukone has been nominated in the best actress category for her scintillating performance in the blockbuster Om Shanti Om. Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 1 Jan 1970 | 12:00 am
Halla Bol seems to have been based on Gujarat chief minister Narendra ModiÂs tortuous climb to the top of the political ladder. First disliked and then becoming a popular leader has strong similarity with Ajay Devgan's character. Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles |
The nominations for this year's BAFTA Awards were announced on Wednesday. Tragic World War II love story Atonement notched up 14 nominations fo Source: NDTV Entertainment News |
Prakash Jha talks to V Ananth about his plans to revive Mungherilal ke Haseen Sapne and his next directorial venture Rajneeti. Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 1 Jan 1970 | 12:00 am
The City of Lights welcomed Johnny Depp and Tim Burton on the Champs Ellysee to hundreds of fans who waited hours in the rain for their arrival Source: NDTV Entertainment News |
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Shreyas Talpade plays an Indian cook in the film Bombay To Bangkok.
The Church describes the book as "a bigoted, defamatory assault replete with lies.'
Cruise's latest biography ran into controversy a day after its release.
Ashutosh Gowariker says Big B was the only choice for the narrator's role.
Talpade on the pranks her played and Kukkoonoor on why he made the film.
Bollywood historical drama Eklavya is out of the Oscar race.
The actor slapped a trespasser on the sets of his film Money Hai To Honey Hai.
Catch Vishal Shekhar in action as they talk about music and more.