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If one thought that the pretty young Minissha Lamba was all sweet and docile then think again. That's because in her upcoming film Shaurya, the Yahaan actor gets into quite a firebrand mode.
Reveals Minissha, "The character of Kaavya Shastri which I portray in Shaurya is pretty much a firebrand. For her truth is the ultimate. As an investigative journalist, she has just started off her career and hence doesn't come with an excess baggage. One can safely presume that she is uncorrupted by politics around her."
Minissha as a firebrand comes across as quite an unlikely combination. After all, she has been having fun singing and dancing in mainstream films like Rocky - The Rebel and Anthony Kaun Hai in the past. "Well, you are forgetting Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. where I played a super-woman", jokes Minisha.
Getting serious, she adds, "In any case, being a firebrand doesn't just mean uttering rubbish or speaking loud. Even without such traits one can be tactful, straight forward, not indulge into blabbering and still make a point. I credit my director Samar Khan for making Kaavya Shastri as real as it gets. If he wanted, he could have made my character that is just proper. Instead, he has made me go through those little moments of eccentricity which makes it all the more identifiable."
What were her efforts in making her character work for the film? "Not many are aware that before entering films, I wanted to be a journalist myself. Also, in every day life, I get pretty moved when I see any wrong doings around me. It is just difficult to keep my head down and bow out of a situation like this. Some people in fact feel embarrassed when they have to pitch into someone else's problem. They feel that it may be unnecessary for them to indulge into someone else's affair and allow the person to be mistreated. But I can't be like that!"
In that case does Shaurya reflect what Minissha is in real life? "Exactly, this is why in Shaurya, 80% of my own personality comes into play. I get to enact the real me in the film which has only turned out to be an out rightly rewarding experience for me", says Minissha excitedly.
About Kaavya Shastri
As an investigative journalist, she stumbles upon a case (related to an Army officer) which is almost dead and buried. While everyone around her feels that the case should lie dead, Kaavya wants to find answers to all the questions which no one wants to remember or talk about. Though for her as well, it's the beginning of a professional journey, it gradually becomes a matter of personal issue as she wants the justice to be done at all cost. Source: Indiafm.com Features | 19 Mar 2008 | 1:32 pm
Hollywood may be knocking at her door but actress Bipasha Basu is not too keen to try her luck in the West. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 12:47 pm
Kajol`s fans have all the reasons to rejoice. After taking a long sabbatical post marriage, she is suddenly being seen everywhere – in the promos of her upcoming film “U, Me Aur Hum”, in a toothpaste ad and most recently, in the Ok! magazine cover. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 12:47 pm
India Post has paid tribute to legendary actress Madhubala, perhaps the most beautiful and attractive woman in the history of Bollywood, by releasing a postage stamp in her memory. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 12:47 pm
Arthur C Clarke, a visionary science fiction writer who wrote "2001: A Space Odyssey" and won worldwide acclaim with more than 100 books on space, science and the future, died Wednesday, an aide said. He was 90. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 12:47 pm
Halle Berry`s newborn daughter is named Nahla Ariela Aubry, her publicist Meredith O`Sullivan said on Tuesday. Nahla was born Sunday to Berry, 41, and her beau, model Gabriel Aubry, 32. It`s Berry`s first child. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 12:47 pm
Stop that USD1 million check: It turns out the call girl linked to Eliot Spitzer had already shed her clothes for "Girls Gone Wild" as an 18-year-old while partying in Miami, the video company`s founder said Tuesday. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 12:47 pm
With Aishwarya Rai carrying home a pay packet of Rs 40 million for her proposed stint as Rajnikant`s leading lady in Shankar`s `Robot`, she has now become the highest-paid actress in Indian cinema. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 12:47 pm
Is it the end of the road for long films? The producers UTV and the director Ashutosh Gowarikar may have thought otherwise. But the exhibitors of Jodhaa Akbar (JA) in the smaller centers have taken matters in their own hands.
Vital sequences amounting to a good 30 minutes of playing time, including Hrithik Roshan's elephant fight and Aishwarya's culinary conflict with Ila Arun, have been edited out from JA in Patna. According to sources this has been done to accommodate the mandatory 4-shows which had been denied the film to start with.
But the film's Bihar distributor is none too pleased with the local exhibitor's editorial skills. "I was myself shocked to see some of the key scenes gone from JA. I don't think any exhibitor has the right to act above the creative rights of a film's director and producer. Earlier a good 45-60 minutes were forced out of J.P. Dutta'a LOC when the director had categorically instructed exhibitors not to cut his film. If you don't wish to run a long film, please don't screen the film. But please don't act God over a film's fate," says the distributor.
UTV's Siddharth Roy-Kapoor is unfazed by the extra-constitutional editing of their premium product. "It's hard to monitor what happens in the smaller centers. But we're not the least daunted. We at UTV are certainly not going to dictate a film's length to a director just to fit into the screening timings. Ashutosh Gowarikar is making another film for UTV. And he's welcome to make it as long or short as he wants to."
One thing is for sure. While earlier scenes and footage were added to a film as it progressed towards that now-fugitive goal of a silver jubilee, today's average viewer has no patience to watch a film that exceeds 2 hours. Source: Indiafm.com News | 19 Mar 2008 | 12:11 pm
He is humorous and so was his film. Sajid Khan set the Bollywood charts high with his directorial debut. He is now all set repeat it again with his forthcoming flick for which he signed Akshay Kumar and Deepika Padukone.
After Chandni Chowk to China, this will be Akshay and Deepika's second film together. Sajid not only repeats Akshay alone but also Riteish Deshmukh and Sajid Nadiadwala for his second film. âThe film is yet to be titled and I need to talk to some other stars as well. It is going to be a multistarrer,â says an exhilarated Sajid Khan. The film will also have two more heroines and one more hero.
âThe film will go on floor by the end of the year and its going to be a romantic comedy. It's not on the lines of Heyy Babyy and it is for sure going to be the biggest hit film of 2009,â Sajid confidently adds. Source: Indiafm.com News | 19 Mar 2008 | 11:16 am
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On Tuesday, Kareena who's been on a vertiginous high since the release of Jab We Met finally started shooting a new film at Film City at the outskirts of Mumbai. Nervous like a debutante, Kareena said, "Although we've done Priyadarshan's Kyun Ki before, I always get nervous working with Salman. He was my sister's hero long before we were paired together. And now to be doing a film with himâ¦"
The two were destined to serenade immortality in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Bajirao Mastani. But the film never happened. Kareena was also signed for Salman Khan's home production My Punjabi Nikaah. That never happened either.
Kareena chuckles in disbelief. "Our new film Main Aur Mrs Khanna is an intensely romantic film. I don't think Salman has done a pure love story like this before. Neither have I. Sohail is also in the film."
Interestingly, this is the first time in her distinguished career that Kareena will be working with a debutant director Prem Soni. "He's very talented. It wouldn't matter even if he wasn't. I'm doing it for Salman," says Kareena emotionally. Source: Indiafm.com News | 19 Mar 2008 | 10:54 am
It seems that controversy and Ram Gopal Varma simply cannot live without each other. Director Ram Gopal Varma is in the news again. This time, it's the music giant T-Series which has filed a case against him.
According to our confirmed sources, the music giant T-Series have filed an FIR (First Information Report) against Ram Gopal Varma in the Noida Police Station (Sector 20), New Delhi. The charges levied on him included fraud, conspiracy, extortion, cheating and criminal breach of trust, under IPC Sections 385, 409, 420, 421 and 422.
Ramu has been facing a rough patch for quite sometime now, both on the professional and personal front. With nothing going right in his way, one simply wonders what will happen to the fate of his forthcoming Sarkar 2! Source: Indiafm.com News | 19 Mar 2008 | 10:51 am
Vishal and Shekhar are happy that their soundtrack for Om Shanti Om is making waves at an international platform. Though they are waiting for their first major popular award for Om Shanti Om in Mumbai, in Hong Kong their work has already been recognized.
At the prestigious Asian Film Awards held very recently, the duo won an award for 2008's biggest blockbuster, both theatrically and musically, Om Shanti Om. The film was the only Indian entry amongst other Asian films. Also, the awards catered to mainstream cinema which only made the competition tougher.
Reveals Vishal Dadlani, who is of course thrilled about him and Shekhar receiving the award, "It has been quite a pleasant surprise to be recognized for our work at an Asian level. Imagine our music was competing against Lust, Caution, a film which is directed by Ang Lee of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Brokeback Mountain and Hulk fame."
He goes on to add, "I am told that these awards hold a similar stature internationally as Pusan International Film Festival, South Korea. It is definitely a matter of pride for us."
Since awards were aimed at mainstream cinema, how were the winners chosen? Was it through SMS/voting from public or there was a jury system? "It was through jury. It consisted of film personalities from across globe like China, Canada, Italy, Hong Kong, US, South Korea, India, France and Germany", says Vishal.
Other Indian nominations in Asian Film Awards were Deepika Padukone for Om Shanti Om and cinematographer Shanker Raman for Frozen. However, they lost out to their other Asian counterparts.
Recently, Vishal and Shekhar also won Central European Bollywood Award as best composers for Om Shanti Om. The duo has been nominated for most major Bollywood awards this year. Though they lost out on Filmfare awards, they have Zee and Apsara awards to look forward to. Also, they are expected to be on the top of the list in soon-to-be-hosted IIFA awards.
"Ya, it was great getting Central European Bollywood Award as well. Now let's see what do Bollywood awards have in store for us", smiles Vishal. Source: Indiafm.com News | 19 Mar 2008 | 10:14 am
Raghuvaran (60), one of the famous actors in South India, passed away this morning in a private hospital here. He lead lonely with many physical ailments including drug addiction. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 8:57 am
Most directors crumble after their directorial debut bites the dust. But not Samar Khan. He's made of sterner stuff. Having known Samar for a really long time now, the one thing that Samar never lost was optimism. Samar is now ready with his second film Shaurya, a film that's already ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 8:50 am
Kareena insisted on hiring a dubbing studio at 3 am for an ad as she didn't have time in the day. Kareena Kapoor is keeping things on an even keel, balancing Saif Ali Khan, her films, shows and endorsements. On March 17, she dubbed for an Emami ad in the ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 8:36 am
Is it the end of the road for long films? Although director Ashutosh Gowariker refused to shorten his 'Jodhaa Akbar', the exhibitors in the smaller centres have taken matters into their own hands. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 19 Mar 2008 | 8:30 am
'Rang De Basanti' (RDB) writer Rensil D'Silva is set to direct his first feature film. The writer-turned-director teams up with the 'Omkara' trio - Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor and Viveik Oberoi - and says he couldn't think of any other actors for his romantic thriller. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 19 Mar 2008 | 8:30 am
Randeep Hooda who was last seen in film like Risk and D has managed to pull himself into a trouble over a parking issue. His neighbour Kuldeep Halwasiya (40) filed a complaint against him for threatening and trying to assault him by an iron rod. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 7:27 am
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Most directors crumble after their directorial debut bites the dust. But not Samar Khan. He's made of sterner stuff. Having known Samar for a really long time now, the one thing that Samar never lost was optimism. Samar is now ready with his second film SHAURYA, a film that's already created a positive buzz prior to its release.
âI was apprehensive when Samar approached me with the script of SHAURYA,â Rahul Bose tells me honestly, âBut what I liked about Samar was his attitude. He was like, 'Okay, I made a mistake earlier, but I want to prove myself right. I can deliver.' And then he handed me the script of SHAURYA. The writing was excellent; Samar had gone into minute details about every character. I must add, it's one of the finest scripts I've come across.â
Rahul also rubbishes reports that he interfered during the making of the film. âSamar has his vision, he was very sure about what he wanted. It would be wrong to take credit of something when the fact is that it's Samar's baby all the way,â Rahul sets the record straight.
While on SHAURYA, the film will be distributed in India by PVR. The film hits the marquee on April 4. Source: Indiafm.com News | 19 Mar 2008 | 7:27 am
Melbourne (ANI): Sarah Michelle Gellar and James Marsters' lovemaking scene in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' has been named TV's hottest ever love scenes. According to American TV guide editors, who have put together the top ten list of steamy TV scenes, second was Evangeline Lilly and Josh Holloway's romp in a ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 7:17 am
Brazilian model Mariah features in her first Bollywood hindi flick as the main lead for a promotional song. This was shot on Saturday 15th March at Poison. On the sets present were Kunal Shivdasani, Shiney Ahuja and model Mariah. This is a song, which introduces the characters in the movie ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 7:11 am
Washington (ANI): Orlando Bloom has pulled out of Lone Scherfig's An Education just days before shooting was set to begin, citing scheduling conflicts. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 7:06 am
New York (ANI): Sean (Diddy) Combs has slammed a report that two of his crew members set up a 1994 robbery that led to the shooting of rapper Tupac Shakur, and that he had been aware that the attack was about to take place. Diddy slammed the report as being a ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 7:00 am
Director duo Abbas-Mustan's expertise lies in the genre of suspense thriller and with the next titled 'Race', they carry on with the trend. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 19 Mar 2008 | 6:33 am
Bollywood director Madhur Bhandarkar and actress Sonali Bendre are set to be the judges for Sony Entertainment Television's new talent show 'Mr. and amp; Ms. TV'. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 19 Mar 2008 | 6:33 am
Washington (ANI): New mum Halle Berry has revealed to the world what she and beau Gabriel Aubry have decided to name their new bundle of joy Nahla Ariela Aubry. The name Nahla, according to Michael D. Cooperson, associate professor of Arabic at UCLA, means 'honeybee' in Arabic. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 6:32 am
There's a new girl in Shahid Kapoor's life his co-star in Ken Ghosh's untitled film. The girl in question is one-year-old Radhika. Laughing about it Ken says, "Yes, Radhika is the new babe in Shahid's life. She has a small role in the film and from the day they met ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 19 Mar 2008 | 6:26 am
The Bollywood box office has been virtually dry since UTV's last release, 'Jodhaa Akbar', hit the marquee. Now all eyes are on Abbas-Mustan's action thriller 'Race'. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 19 Mar 2008 | 4:30 am
He is a talented actor and good dancer too. But Arshad Warsi was not allowed to dance in 'Krazzy 4'. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 19 Mar 2008 | 3:00 am
This list has been difficult to draw up, as no film has been a success barring 'Cycle' and 'Kadha Parayumbol'. The dull phase is expected to continue for another month. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 19 Mar 2008 | 3:00 am
Randeep Hooda who was last seen in film like Risk and D has managed to pull himself into a trouble over a parking issue. His neighbour Kuldeep Halwasiya (40) filed the complaint for threatening him and trying to assault him by an iron rod.
The Versova police have logged a complaint of criminal intimidation against him and questioned Hooda on Sunday (March 16). He was booked under section 506(II) of the IPC, a non-bailable crime. Senior Inspector Dilip Mane informed that Hooda was not arrested but the investigation continues.
However, Hooda's spokesperson denies Randeep attacking anyone surely there was an argument with another colony resident. But he never lost his cool. Source: Indiafm.com News | 18 Mar 2008 | 4:30 pm
Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan, daughter of cricketer Mansur Ali Pataudi and actor Sharmila Tagore, is likely to face legal trouble for concealing facts when she renewed her gun licence here. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 18 Mar 2008 | 4:01 pm
He started his career in Bollywood with some serious roles in films like Meri Jung, 100 Days etc. He even kept appearing on T.V. through his famous dance show Boogie Woogie. He then made a comeback to films but this time in comic roles in films like Salaam Namastey and Dhamaal. We are talking about the versatile actor Javed Jaffrey who would next be seen in Shaurya.
Bollywood Hungama brings you this opportunity to get to know one of the funniest men in tinsel town. Its your only chance to chat and have the time of your life with the one and only Javed Jaffrey on Friday March 21 at 1600 hrs. IST. Source: Indiafm.com News | 18 Mar 2008 | 3:50 pm
With his very first film Black and White, he came, you saw and needless to say he conquered. We are talking about none other than the intense actor Anurag Sinha. The talented actor, who impressed one and all with his acting prowess on screen, is quite a charmer off-screen too as we found out when Anurag came to chat with his fans exclusively on Bollywood Hungama.
For those who missed this special interaction, we bring you some excerpts from the chat session. So Read on and Enjoy
priya64 : hello Anurag.. Welcome to Bollywood⦠Tell us your experience shooting for Black & White?
Anurag Sinha: its been great, was an enriching experience and I hope you liked Black and White
priya64: how was it working with Anil Kapoor?
Anurag Sinha: it was great...he is a great human being and a very versatile actor who helped the entire crew...and me as well
priya64: how was it working with Anil Kapoor?
Anurag Sinha: it was great...he is a great human being and a very versatile actor who helped the entire crew...and me as well
Lets: where do u see yourself 10 years from now?
Anurag Sinha: somewhere in the sky at night! :)
priya64: u play a terrorist in the movie... Did u do any research for your role?
Anurag Sinha: yes
Lets: you started your career with the best who else is on your wish list now?
Anurag Sinha: lets I donât want to disclose it as of now...will keep it as a surprise
Molshri Jha: hey I saw your movie with my mom n we both loved it n I am going to see it again today
Anurag Sinha: thnk you very much Molshri...hope you like it even more this time
Bhumii: Hi, congrats 4 your performance in Black & White...all the best 4 your future movies!
Anurag Sinha: thank you Bhumii
priya64: howâs your co-star Aditi.. Who is also new to the industry (only one film old)
Anurag Sinha: priya 64 , she is a fine actress and I enjoyed working with her
Bhumii: Would u like to work with Akshaye Khanna someday?
Anurag Sinha: why not.....!!
Yama: hi Anurag good job I really like who is your favorite bollywood star
Anurag Sinha: I admire Mr. Dilip Kumar, Naseeruddin Shah, Shah Rukh Khan, Mithun Chakraborty, and Mr. Amitabh Bachchan.
Bhumii: so did u watch any documentary on the Gujarat riots?
Anurag Sinha: no Bhumii
Venky: hi Anurag, I think u look super hot,
Anurag Sinha: :) venky
priya64: studying it FTII did u ever think...you would be a star so soon. How long have u struggled?
Anurag Sinha: Yes, I thought so ...I have been struggling since 24 yrs to become one.
priya64: studying it FTII did u ever think...you would be a star so soon. How long have u struggled?
Anurag Sinha: Yes, I thought so ...I have been struggling since 24 yrs to become one.
Bhumii: Have u seen the promos of Race? What do u think abt it?
Anurag Sinha: no havenât seen the promos of Race
priya64: what made u join Bollywood? And not become an engineer or doctor?
Anurag Sinha: there were only two choices...either a scientist or my way into Bollywood
priya64: what made u join Bollywood? And not become an engineer or doctor?
Anurag Sinha: there were only two choices...either a scientist or my way into Bollywood
priya64: any recent or old movie u wud have loved to be part of?
Anurag Sinha: Haq Allah
Bhumii: Anurag, u look really handsome, hot, and cool too...I wish to see more of u onscreen very soon after Black & White...
Anurag Sinha: u will, Bhumii
Ravi: Shefali Shah when she dies in the film, how were u expected to react?
Anurag Sinha: the way Numair reacted on screen
priya64: what kind of movies do u like watching..
Anurag Sinha: all genres...thrillers, comedies, adventure, and classics.
Yama: since you are not from Mumbai. What do u like bout aamchi Mumbai?
Anurag Sinha: I love the city the people and the sea
Bhumii: Can u tell me your age and height? Please.....
Anurag Sinha: 25 and 5'11"
Molshri Jha: could you tell us something about your family and which place do you originally belong to?
Anurag Sinha: I belong to Patna...
Natasha: what is your idea of Islam?
Anurag Sinha: its a very pure religion
Puneet: hey hiii anurag :)...You did a splendid work in Black n white..
Anurag Sinha: thank u puneet
Priya: what's your favorite food?
Anurag Sinha: priya I like Moghlai cuisine.
Prince: hi how are u and how your life is going Mr. Anurag post release
Anurag Sinha: prince...life is surprising me
Satinder: Hi Anurag and everyone! Saw Black & White couple of days ago. Was best Hindi movie Iâve seen in a while.. on such a serious topic.
Anurag Sinha: glad you liked it satinder
Satinder: Anurag, do u have any plans to come to London soon?
Anurag Sinha: yes I have
Puneet: So, Anurag whatâs your next film? And who is your favorite current actor in Bollywood?
Anurag Sinha : I am listening to scripts....will let you know once it is finalized.
Puneet: So, Anurag whatâs your next film? And who is your favorite current actor in Bollywood?
Anurag Sinha : I am listening to scripts....will let you know once it is finalized.
Molshri Jha: do u like to do serious roles only or would u like to do comic roles too?
Anurag Sinha: all kinds of roles...comedy is one of them
Javoo: u v hit the right notes as an actor...how about selecting a grey shade for your 1st movie...
Anurag Sinha: yes javoo
Satinder: I have to goâ¦job interview! Anurag, all the best keep up the good work and when u come to London, I'll show u around! Bye x
Anurag Sinha: all the best satinder
Priya: what's your favorite scene in the film?
Anurag Sinha: the climax scene, priya.
Moan: Anurag, who's your fav actress??
Anurag Sinha: Audrey Hepburn
Lets: did any other filmmaker compliment u on your wrk?
Anurag Sinha: yes they did.
Lets: so do u already have frds in the industry?
Anurag Sinha: no lets
Lets: did u find shooting any scene difficult?
Anurag Sinha: lets...the scene at Chandni Chowk with terrorists.
Lets: did u find shooting any scene difficult?
Anurag Sinha: lets...the scene at Chandni Chowk with terrorists.
Priya: what types of music do you like to listen to? Any favorite songs?
Anurag Sinha: priya...I love listening to western classical, little of rock and most of Hindi songs
Lets: fav dress u love to wear and most comfy in?
Anurag Sinha: my night suit at night.
Lets: do u believe in luck or just urself?
Anurag Sinha: I believe in myself and then luck.
HARDIK: now that the film has gone Tax free how does it feel
Anurag Sinha: it feels quite free
HARDIK: now that the film has gone Tax free how does it feel
Anurag Sinha: it feels quite free
Lets: so when you began shooting did anyone advice you on how to behave with other stars and media any sort crash course
Anurag Sinha: no lets
Anurag Sinha: it has been fantastic chatting with you all...thank you for the love and support...will see you again someday Source: Indiafm.com Features | 18 Mar 2008 | 3:08 pm
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The good times continue for Katrina Kaif. The actress who had the unique distinction of delivering 4 hits last year (Namstey London, Apne, Partner and Welcome) has been signing some really big and lucrative deals. However this one probably beats them all.
Katrina has been offered a whopping Rs 1.5 crore for doing a dance number and a few more scenes in Shree Ashtavinayak's Blue, which stars Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, and Lara Dutta in lead roles. The hot-n-happening actress didn't deny the amount and has apparently allotted around ten days for the film in the month of May.
Parag Desai, the media consultant of Shree Ashtavinayak confirmed having signed Katrina for Blue but didn't really confirm or deny the amount paid. In fact he even said that Katrina has a proper role in the film and not just an item number.
Looks like the sun is indeed shining bright for the Bollywood's current sunshine girl. Source: Indiafm.com News | 18 Mar 2008 | 1:18 pm
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Now it can be told. The star-price war has escalated to an all-time high. With Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan carrying home a pay packet of Rs 4 crores for her proposed stint as Rajnikanth's leading lady in Shankar's Robot, the lady has now become the highest-paid actress of Indian cinema.
A source very close to Aishwarya says, "The media has got it all wrong. Ash has actually received twice the amount quoted in papers and on websites as her fee for Robot. Yes, it's close to Rs 4 crores. And she's very amused when she reads about this and that actress being the highest-paid actress in Bollywood. With three hits in a row (Guru, Dhoom 2 and Jodhaa Akbar) Ash's equity as a Rai and a Bachchan have gone through the roof. If she wants she can preen about her successes. But that's not her style. However, she takes strong exception to Bipasha Basu's quotes that she (Ash) had to 'hang around' to get into the international circuit. Ash has been regularly offered international projects, from Provoked to Mistress Of Spices to Bride & Prejudice to Last Legion to Pink Panther. In fact, all the other international assignments that have gone to other Bollywood actresses-including the honour of hosting the 7Wonders Of The World event in Lisbon with Ben Kingsley-have gone to Ash first. It's just that she feels awkward talking about herself."
As for her astronomical fee for Robot another source close to the project says, "It is no surprise that Aishwarya is getting 4 crores. It's still chicken-feed compared with what Rajnikanth gets paid. He takes home Rs 15 crores plus fifty percent of his film's profits. But still he cannot make a film commercially viable outside the Tamilian belt on his own. The dubbed Hindi version of Chandramukhi came and went. And Rajni's biggest hit Shivaji is in no hurry to be released in Hindi. With Ash in Robot it looks like an attractive non-regional film." Source: Indiafm.com News | 18 Mar 2008 | 12:48 pm
