The famous Jackson family, which includes superstar Michael Jackson, are in the dumps with most of them sliding into obscurity. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 4:52 pm
Pooja Bhatt will direct Sanjay Gupta`s next project, based on a novel. Apparently, the film will soon hit the floors though the cast is yet to be decided. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 4:52 pm
Socialite heiress Paris Hilton displayed her ignorance recently when she said South Africa and West Africa were `both great countries`. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 4:52 pm
Some say he is one of the most intense actors we have, some say he is one of the most versatile actors we haveâ¦Well, we say that he is one of the most under-rated actors we have in Bollywood. We are talking about the multi-talented Kay Kay Menon. Be it serious films like Black Friday, Sarkar and Hazaron Khwaishein Aisi or fun films like Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd., Kay Kay gets into the skin of the character with equal ease. The talented actor would now be seen in Shaurya which releases on April 4.
Bollywood Hungama brings you a chance to get to know this bundle of talent. Don't miss the chance of a lifetime to chat with Kay Kay Menon on Friday, March 28, at 1530 hrs IST. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Mar 2008 | 3:26 pm
The original Disco-King of Bollywood, Bappi Lahiri, is all set to star in a feature film aptly called Rocking Dard-e-Disco. This would be the first time that Bappi Da would be seen in a full-fledged role after having done small roles in some films.
Bollywood Hungama decided to get the facts straight from Bappi Da, âYes, I am doing the film called Rocking Dard-e-Disco. It's a very exciting subject and I am playing the role of a Disco-King. The film is directed by Ashok Tyagi. Unlike many other singers and music directors who are appearing in films these days, I have done small roles in the past with actors like Sridevi and Kunal Goswami in Kalakaar, almost 25 years ago, then in Bomb Blast etc. Moreover, today I have a set image as a Disco-King and hence I felt that I would suit the character. The story is really exciting and full of energy which would be liked by today's young generationâ
We also quizzed him on who would be co-starring with him? âIts not yet finalized but it could be an American actressâ said the veteran composer
So, would he also be composing the music? âYes I am singing, composing the music and acting in the film. The music is very young and a mix of disco, hip-hop and it truly reflects my style of musicâ
Is there any nervousness before facing the camera? âNot really because I am very excited about the script of the film. It's a very good subject. Moreover, I have been seen on T.V. for the last two years in shows like Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, Little Champs and even K For Kishore. In fact, recently I even did a brief role in Om Shanti Om and the movie went on to become a super-hit (laughs). So I am pretty confident and looking forward to the love and support of all my fansâ said an excited Bappi Da.
Last but not the least, after the brief OSO experience, how has it been working with King Khan for his IPL team song? âIt has been wonderful. I am doing three songs for his team Kolkata Knight Riders which would be sung by me, Usha Uthup and a Bengali band- Bhoomi. Shah Rukh is a wonderful person who knows a lot about music. I love him as a person. He knows how to respect elders and hence has reached the undisputed position of Baadshah of Bollywood today. My best wishes that he keeps getting more and more successâ
So, would he get the Baadshah of Bollywood also to croon some lines, âThat's a surpriseâ¦dekhte hainâ he says and signs off with a smile. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Mar 2008 | 2:17 pm
Internationally acclaimed filmmaker, Shekhar Kapur, is all set to do something which he has never before done in his career. Shekhar would be taking over and completing New York, I Love You, a series of short films which was to be originally made by British director Anthony Minghella who passed away last week.
Minghella, who has made films like Cold Mountain and The English Patient in the past, was a good friend of Shekhar. In fact, the late filmmaker had even asked Shekhar to take charge of the project since he was not keeping well. This will be a first of its kind experience for Shekhar to enter the creative zone occupied by another man.
The series has lot of directors (including Mira Nair) who would be shooting love stores in New York City. Some other bigwigs attached to this project include Brett Ratner (director of the Rush Hour series of films), Scarlett Johannson and Natalie Portman.
Shekhar would be flying to New York for getting ready with the production of the film in the first week of April. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Mar 2008 | 2:01 pm
Contrary to rumours, Akshaye Khanna isn't unhappy with his role nor the promos in Abbas-Mustan's Race. "Where do these things start from?" Akshaye laughs heartily. "I've been in Bangkok for almost a month now shooting for my friend Anil Kapoor's Shortcut. We're going to be in Bangkok until April 20. This is the last schedule. We'll finish the film and return. So, where was the time to come home for Race? I really enjoy working with Saif. He's 24-hour entertainment. A joke-a-minute pal. And after Dil Chahta Hai he's really blossoming as an actor."
But isn't Saif moody like Akshaye? "I've never seen Saif's moody side. Am I moody? Honestly, it was a reputation well-earned at the beginning of my career. But now no longer applicable. Everyone is entitled to their highs and lows. I'm not temperamental. I get annoyed easily. But I don't get angry easily."
And right now Akshaye sitting in Bangkok is far from angry. "Race has had a smash-hit opening. It's got a bigger opening than Anil Kapoor's other release Welcome. Mine is a very effective role. My character is the karta-dharta (the mover-shaker) of the script. Abbas-Mustan had earlier cast me as negative character in Humraaz. I enjoy being wicked. Such roles are fun to play. And fun to watch. When I had heard the script of Humraaz, I told Abbas-Mustan, 'Boss I'm the hero; though conventionally I'm the villain. But my character is the most entertaining.' Sure enough people came out of Humraaz wishing me not to die."
Akshaye goes into a wicked rewind. âIf you look at the history of great screen villains, for example Anthony Hopkins in The Silence Of The Lambs, audiences don't want them to die in the film. So many people have told me they didn't want me to die in Race. That's a very positive sign about my negative roles."
Akshaye can't stop glowing over the way Race has been received. "Abbas-Mustan really know how to use me wellâ¦so for that matter does Anil Kapoor. I enjoyed shooting Shortcut and Gandhi My Father for Anil as much as the films of Abbas-Mustan. I wouldn't give up either. There's a greater likelihood of people watching Race than Gandhi My Father. But no one can tell what would work, what wouldn't. I'm really proud of that film. No other film has given me what Gandhi My Father has. And it will continue to make me proud." Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Mar 2008 | 1:37 pm
If Emraan had his way Jannat would remain smooch-free. "But then my director Kunal Singh got greedy," he says with a twinkle in his eyes. "He first persuaded me to do one kiss, then another." Emraan who turned 29 on March 24 was quite sick and tired of kissingâ¦and cutting cakes.
"I had already cut four cakes post-midnight, the first one of course with my wife", he rattles off dutifully. "Then my friends had dropped in and we had a private get-together. The next morning I was on the sets and doing it all over again. I can't say I don't enjoy all the attention on my birthday. But if I really had one wish granted on my birthday it would have to beâ¦no shooting! Sadly, that's what I'm doing today," Emraan cribbed from the sets of his new film Jannat. "The film is over. Just needed some patchwork. I enjoy working. But not at a time when I'm wanted by family and friends."
Jannat is the film about match-fixing where Emraan plays a bookie. "Though the film is inspired by real -life incidents in the cricketing world, we've covered our bases well. We don't want real-life figures from cricket to identify themselves in the film and create trouble in Jannat. So, ironically in a film based on true-life incidents we've consciously steered away from getting too close to reality for comfort."
Though real-life cricketers play the field in Jannat, they aren't modelled on any real cricketers. Does Emraan get on the field at all? "Actually I don't like cricket at all. Don't play it and hardly ever watch it. Fortunately, I play a bookie. So I don't have to play in Jannat, he mumbles sheepishly like a brat boy who hasn't done his homework.
Emraan is all praise for his costar Sonal Chauhan. "She's totally new. The 14th girl to be launched with me. I don't know how many ladies Mr. Rishi Kapoor launched in his heydays. But I'm getting there."
Emraan shivers when he remembers the uncanny resemblance between Bob Woolmer and the actor who plays him in Jannat. "When I saw the actor Richard Burton I froze. He looks so much like Bob. And on top of that they turned out to be close friends. Not me, Iâd say Richard is the perfectly cast actor in Jannat." Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Mar 2008 | 1:03 pm
Vivacious Kajol and ultra sober Ajay make one of the most romantic real-life Jodis in Bollywood. Kajol at her mischievous best sluicing down Ajay in the above picture says it all. The couple was spotted having a gala time playing Holi at their Juhu residence.
Looking at the scene one can surely appraise the beautiful relationship the couple share. The couple will also been seen onscreen soon in the romantic flick U, Me Aur Hum. Wonder, what must've been the scene on the sets of the film considering the fact that Ajay himself is the director of the film. Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 24 Mar 2008 | 12:27 pm
If King Khan is the Baazigar among men, then the super-successful Kareena shares the same title among women! Name it and Kareena has it in her kitty, whether it is a list of A-grade projects under big banners, huge endorsements or modelling assignments, the actress is surely making it count ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 11:57 am
Salman Khan was conspicuous by his absence at Imax Wadala during the premier of Race. A friend of Katrina says the actress was very disappointed that Salman couldn't make it to the première. "It's her first big release this year and she wanted him to be there to give her moral ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 11:42 am
Megastar Chiranjeevi said that even though there were some big heroes in his family, his wife Surekha has been big fan of Shobhan Babu. She has been his fan for many years now. Chiranjeevi paid his tributes to Shobhan Babu by placing a wreath on his mortal remains. Chiranjeevi said ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 11:12 am
Allu Aravind is sparing no efforts to make the Pavan Kalyan starrer Jalsa into a big hit. Trivikram Srinivas is the director and Ileana is the heroine. Devisri Prasad has scored the music for the film. The film is now hitting the screens on March 27, to coincide with Ram ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 11:04 am
Bollywood actress Lara Dutta, who was all set to accompany Bachchans on their much talked-about world tour 'Unforgettable Show', has cancelled her plans because of knee injury. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Mar 2008 | 11:01 am
If Emraan had his way Jannat would remain smooch-free. "But then my director Kunal Singh got greedy," he says with a twinkle in his eyes. "He first persuaded me to do one kiss, then another." Emraan who turned 29 on March 24 was quite sick and tired of kissing…and cutting cakes. ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 11:00 am
Information and Broadcasting Minister Priyaranjan Dasmunshi will inaugurate FICCI-Frames 2008, a global convention on the business of entertainment, here Tuesday. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Mar 2008 | 11:00 am
Shooting of Dammunnodu was completed recently. The film has been directed by BVV Choudary and produced by A Raju under the banner of Lachuram Productions. Rishi and Yukta are in the lead. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 10:57 am
It seems like Vadivelu, the ace comedian of Tamil Cinema is more frustrated with media people and his co-stars in the film industry. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 10:37 am
Though Hrithik Roshan's latest heroine, the Mexican beauty Barbara Mori, is yet to meet the superhero, Hrithik Roshan, his work has already impressed her. Barbara has seen a number of his films and finds Hrithik a very good actor. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 10:36 am
MUMBAI (Reuters) - A new Bollywood film about a plane hijacking involving a separatist militant outfit echoes the real life hijacking of an Indian Airlines plane in 1999.
The Tamil Film Producers Council (TFPC), a powerful trade body of Tamil Cinema industry, has announced fresh restrictions on re using the titles of old classical hits for new films. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 10:27 am
The film Kantri starring Jr NTR in the lead role and Hansika Motwani as one of the heroines is raising a lot of expectations among the audiences. The audio will be released on April 7. Superstar Rajinikanth will be the chief guest at the audio release function. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Mar 2008 | 10:11 am
The reviews just won't stop gushing. Sanjay Leela Bhansali who's just back in Mumbai after four exhilarating performances of the opera Padmavati in Paris can't believe the experience. "The only opera I had seen before this was Opera House in Mumbai. I had never gone to an opera, never knew there was an operatic influence within me. Now I'm hungry for more."
Now Padmavati goes to Italy in June. After two consecutive performances of the opera Padmavati at the posh Theatre du Chatelet in Paris Sanjay Leela Bhansali is clearly the toast of France.
The reviews in all the major French papers-La Republica, Le Monde, Les Echoes-have hailed Bhansali's operatic overture as an unqualified triumph. Yet a section of his colleagues in Mumbai continue to believe Bhansali's stunning sojourn in Paris to be an extension of his exilic journey that began after Saawariya. A deliberate attempt to play down Bhansali's Parisian triumph is epitomized by a leading young director who told this writer, "I believe the opera opened to a half-empty theatre. Audiences booed the opening."
Far from opening poorly, Padmavati wowed the audience. Such is the response to the opera that it now goes to Italy and other European countries. Exhilarated by the response, Bhansali shrugs off the carpers in Mumbai. "It's rather sad that some people would rather pull down what is an honour for India rather than celebrate our triumph. I was nervous and apprehensive about the first performance. Now after the second performance I'm far more confident. Yes, it works."
Sanjay Bhansali's ultimate destination for Padmavati is Chittorgarh, Rajasthani hamlet where Albert Rousell's opera is set. He dreams of staging the opera live in the real sand with real elephants and camels. At the first performance itself one could hear loud gasps and sighs at the immensity scope and opulence of Bhansali's love tale as it unraveled on stage in unparalleled operatic style.
Wrote Amit Roy in The Telegraph, "The premiere of the Indo-French opera Padmavati had ended to rousing and sustained cheers of 'Bravo Bravo!' from the 2500-strong audience at the Theatre du Chatelet."
The second performance last week went even better, with audiences no hooked to the thunderous tale of Padmavati's undying passion for the commoner Ratan Sen. With the third and fourth performance Paris was hooked."
"It's a triumph for all of us â¦.Tanushree Shankar who has done the choreography, Omang Kumar who has done the art work and Rajesh Pratap Singh who's done the clothes. And the French team is so brilliant, we couldn't have gone wrong," says Sanjay Bhansali. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Mar 2008 | 10:06 am
Madhur Bhandarkar has given many female actors a different image in his films. Tabu [Chandni Bar], Raveena Tandon [Satta], Konkona Sen [Page 3], Bipasha Basu [Corporate] and Neetu Chandra [Traffic Signal] are living examples to prove that. Now he comes along with none other than Sonali Bendre whose last big screen foray was way back in 2003 when she did a mini appearance as a doctor in Kal Ho Na Ho.
However, it is not for a movie that the two are coming together. Instead, they would be seen in different roles - that of judges in a reality-TV show! Called 'Mr. and Miss Television', the show aspires for hunting the most talented and multi-faceted TV personality.
Though newcomer Shonali Nagrani would be hosting the show, Madhur Bhandarkar and Sonali Bendre would be judging these contestants. There would also be a celebrity guest every day on the show.
Says Madhur Bhandarkar, "I am already shooting for the show and it is good fun. It is different from what I did 2 years back in 'Zee Cinestars' where I was one of the judges along with Anupam Kher and Pooja Bhatt. Here, a participant not just goes through singing, acting and dancing routine. Instead, the show format also requires stages like stand-up acts which makes it different from other reality shows in the running."
While Kushal Punjabi, Sanjeet Bedi, Manoj Bora, Chetan Hansraj, Karan Vahi and Swapnil Joshi are the male participants, the female line-up consists of Shilpa Saklani, Aashka Goradia, Priyanka Bassi, Jasver Kaur, Purbi Joshi and Nausheen Ali Sardar. These actors will compete with each other for the title of Mr. and Miss Television.
When questioned about his co-judge Sonali Bendre, Madhur says, "Oh, she looks as pretty as she always has over the years. It is nice to have her back in showbiz."
'Mr. and Miss Television' will be starting from 24th March. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Mar 2008 | 9:50 am
Citizen shooting in brisk progress entertainment.oneindia.in - 2 hours ago Shooting of Citizen progressing in Kurugodu village in Bellary from March 1. The film is directed by Sai Prakash and produced by CV Reddy under the banner of CV Arts Pvt Ltd. Fingers crossedTimes of India all 2 news articles
Rank
Last week
Film
Plusses
Minuses
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1
Race
'Race' has turned out to be one of the fastest selling albums in last 1 year with consistent sales all along. Appreciation coming for the songs after the release of the film is only aiding in sustained sales for this Pritam soundtrack.
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2
2
Jodhaa Akbar
'Jodhaa Akbar' has done a far better business than what one would have expected before the release, both from the music and the film perspective. Yet another big success for A.R. Rahman, the year is only expected to get hotter as the composer arrives with 'Ghajini' remake and 'Yuvraaj'.
For some strange reasons, the film as well as the music has been allowed to sustain mainly on word of mouth with no active promotion from the makers
3
3
Taare Zameen Par
It doesn't seem that 'Taare Zameen Par' would be impacted much till the arrival of 'Tashan'. Even after that, this Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy score would continue to make it's presence felt from the top for weeks to come.
None
4
4
Jannat
A little more push and 'Jannat' could well make it into Top-3. After 'Zara Zara', the second song from this Pritam soundtrack, 'Lambi Judai', has been unveiled. It may just about help the album break the Top-3 dominance!
None
5
5
U Me Aur Hum
'U Me Aur Hum' stays on into Top-5 but just about. With majority of ammunition out in open for this Vishal Bhardwaj soundtrack, it is a matter of showing good sustaining power in time to come.
With the film still being around 20 days away, the buzz has gone down a little. The makers have to get extra aggressive to help it survive the euphoria expected to arrive in the form of 'Tashan'.
6
6
Om Shanti Om
With none of the newer albums like 'Krazzy 4', 'One Two Three' and 'Bhram' making a mark at the stands, old warhorse like 'Om Shanti Om' has ample opportunity to keep registering decent sales. Vishal and Shekhar now have a double bill arriving in the form of 'Tashan' and 'Bhoothnath'.
None
7
7
Jab We Met
While Vishal-Shekhar look forward to what's in store for them in coming fortnight, Pritam continues to make merry with 'Race', 'Jannat' and 'Jab We Met' dominating the charts from top to bottom. Just like 2007, 2008 too seems to be Pritam's year so far.
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8
9
Black & White
The only album to show any improvement in the charts, 'Black & White' moves up by a spot. However, it just seems to be a dying flicker as the film is looking at bowing out of the theaters and along with that, this Sukhwinder Singh soundtrack too is expected to follow suit.
Except for a couple of songs, the music of 'Black & White' doesn't have much of an audience going for it
9
8
Welcome
Showing signs of exit from the charts, 'Welcome' now drops down by a spot. Still, looking at the initial reception that the music got, it has been quite some journey for 'Welcome'.
At #9, it is a matter of time before 'Welcome' makes way for other newer albums to pave their way into the charts
10
10
Sunday
The film has completed 50 days at the box office and after an initial hiccup, it has settled down to be an average success. Similarly music too has done well, though not as good as what it truly deserved.
Songs like 'Manzar' and 'Kashmakash' deserved to meet with a much better response.
Source: Music Festival, MGF Mall Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 24 Mar 2008 | 9:32 am
Ever since he made a much hyped debut in Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai way back in 2001, Tusshar Kapoor has tried to be careful in signing films. Out of 15 odd releases in last 7 years, some have worked, some haven't. However, he continues to learn and is being overtly selective in his choice of roles and directors. This is why he didn't quite jump from his seat when One Two Three came his way.
"I had to be very sure before signing on the dotted line. I had to be sure about the film as well as Ashwani (Dheer) since he was a first time director. Though he had 'Office Office' on TV behind him, I didn't want to take any chances. I wanted to sit with him for a detailed narration before I give my consent for the film", discloses Tusshar.
Since he is one of the most prominent actors from the vast cast and crew of One Two Three to be talking about the film, he must certainly have been pleased with the sitting?
"Just one narration and I was on. I was very confident the moment Ashwani read out the script to me. You know, there is a certain vibe that you get in certain instances. I experienced that in the way Ashwani went about One Two Three. He was so sure about what the characters would do, how they would do and when would they do", says Tusshar excitedly.
Talking about his confidence in the project Tusshar discloses, "In fact, not many know but I was the first actor to sign One Two Three. Since the film has as many as 14 important characters, it took another 6-8 months to get the rest on board. However, the film's shoot was a cakewalk and we were able to wrap it all up in quick time."
It seems that One Two Three is a lot of fun. But is it brainless as well, as has been the case with numerous recent comedy hits? Should audience keep brains at home while venturing into One Two Three?
Laughs Tusshar, "If you are looking at an intellectual or some pseudo-artistic cinematic experience, then it is my humble request to you to keep your brains at home. One Two Three is neither pretentious nor does it aim at being realistic. But yes, is not one of those brainless flicks either. There is so much of confusion happening all around that you have to be constantly alert while following up the thread and the actors. One Two Three is a comedy of errors and you need to have brains fully on to catch the reason behind each of the errors and their solutions!" Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 24 Mar 2008 | 9:19 am
Mythology says that the place where you have a mole attracts its corresponding actions in abundance. For example, if you have a mole on your palm, youâre bound to attract money in abundance, mole on your tongue attracts sweet flow of words so on and so forth. Here is one man who we feel is blessed with not one, but multitudes of moles on his lips.
Emraan Hashmi, Bollywoodâs very Brand Ambassador of âkissâ whom no Miss (and even Mrs.) would ever want to miss. As today is the day when the man with the most envied destiny was born, join us in wishing the âone of his kindâ superstar, Emraan Hashmi, a very Happy Birthday by posting your messages below. Do we really need to mentions that besides your messages you can include your love and hugs and Yesss! Your kisses also, (as if u didnât know)! All these days he was making your day now, its your turn to make the âKillerâsâ day by boarding âThe Trainâ that takes you to Emraanâs âJannatâ. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Mar 2008 | 8:47 am
TV and film actor Bobby Darling - whose original name is Pankaj Sharma and who likes to be referred to as she rather than he - has made homosexuality almost acceptable to her fans. And now she wants to play a prostitute. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Mar 2008 | 4:31 am
Writer-turned-director Ashwani Dheer takes a plunge into filmmaking with 'One Two Three', a comic caper revolving around diamond theft that releases Friday. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Mar 2008 | 2:30 am
Bollywood stars just adore their pets, showering them with gifts and loads of love. But they wouldn't dream of leaving their millions to their pooches. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Mar 2008 | 1:30 am
With the bidding that went on in full swing and the stars of Bollywood taking part in the bid, a lot has changed in the way people have started looking at cricket. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 24 Mar 2008 | 12:00 am
Doting father-in-law Amitabh Bachchan feels 'bahurani' Aishwarya Rai, a celebrity in her own right, fits perfectly in Bollywood's most glamorous household. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Mar 2008 | 2:30 pm
Veteran Marathi film and folk actor Ganpat Patil died at his residence here Sunday. He was 89. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Mar 2008 | 1:30 pm
Shekhar Kapur is in New York for an unexpected project. He is to direct a movie that the acclaimed British director, Anthony Minghella of 'The English Patient' fame, was making before his death last week. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Mar 2008 | 12:30 pm
Move over comic capers. With Abbas-Mustan's 'Race' hitting the marquee, adrenaline-pumping action flicks with jaw-dropping stunts are back at the Indian box-office and the film industry is betting big on it. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Mar 2008 | 11:30 am
