Upcoming films seem to be getting inspired by old Bollywood films it seems, surprisingly, not for the stories but the publicity designs. Leading the way is the cover of Haal-e-Dil, which seems to be a direct rip-off of the 90's smash-hit Aashiqui, which made stars of nobodys like Rahul Roy and Anu Agarwal.
The cover showed a guy and a girl romancing under a jacket while the rest was left for the imagination of the viewers. Well, it seems like the history is repeating itself in Haal-e-Dil, a film that stars three debutantes Adhyayan Suman, Nakuul Mehta, and Amita Pathak. The filmmakers must be definitely hoping to have the Aashiqui magic rub on the lead stars and thus make the film a smash hit.
Since Aashiqui was a love story between two lovers, a couple under the jacket was justifiable, while Haal-e-Dilis a triangular love story yet the poster shows a couple under a jacket! Shouldn't it have been the triangular pair under the jacket and leave the rest for the imagination of the viewers.
Whatever be the case, let's hope Haal-e-Dil works wonders for its debutant actors like Aashiqui did. Source: Indiafm.com Features | 27 May 2008 | 1:48 pm
Very few people have managed the unique feat of producing, acting and singing in their first film. Shivaram Kumar is one of them. Kumar's first film as a producer, Hastey Hastey, starring Jimmy Sheirgill, Rajpal Yadav along with two debutant actresses is set to release this Friday and this New Jersey based businessman is all excited about his first step in Bollywood. Bollywood Hungama got in touch with the man who indeed believes in the tagline of his film- 'Follow your Heart'. Here's presenting Shivaram Kumar as he talks about his film Hastey Hastey.
Your first film as a producer Hastey Hastey is all set for release this week. How does it feel?
My partner Ashutosh Bajpay and I are excited about this dream come true. There is a lot of excitement in India and abroad about this film. The Music CDs are sold out worldwide and wholesalers and retailers are scrambling to get more CDs. Advance booking has started, theaters are receiving phone calls. INOX is releasing the movie, and in the USA, GO CAM FILMS is partnering with INOX for the release. There are butterflies in my tummy, but they are flying in formation!
From being a top notch computer consultant in the US to a successful entrepreneur to a Bollywood film producer? What made you take the plunge into film production?
We call it the 'Khujli'. I took the plunge now, but the 'Khujli' has always been there- to produce, sing, do a little acting, since the time I was a child. In college (REC Trichy) I spent more time on stage singing and acting than off stage, studying! Two years ago, in the USA, I was part of the team that won Anu Kapoor's NRI Antakshari show in New Jersey. I was waiting for the right time. Ashutosh is my link to Bollywood. His last production was Hote Hote Pyar Ho Gaya (Jackie Shroff and Kajol). Also it should be noted that I have a successful network marketing business (Amway) which by its nature encourages people to pursue their dreams by working hard- essentially to follow their hearts.
In college, I spent more time on stage singing and acting than off stage, studying!
Coming to Hastey Hastey, the film seems like a comic love storyâ¦.Is it true?
If you look at the tagline, it says 'follow your heart'. So the theme is that one should follow their heart, with a smile on their face. Which automatically suggests that this is not a slapstick comedy (a smile has more significance during 'down' time). While you follow your heart, there will be ups and downs. You face them with a smile. So the movie has comedy, emotions, and elements of deceit, adventure and romance.
The theme of the film is that one should follow one's heart, with a smile on their face.
The film has Jimmy Shergill as the main lead. Jimmy's last few films haven't really worked at the box-office? Does it bother you?
The nature of the industry is such. Everyone will have ups and downs. Also, as we have seen recently, big stars do not necessarily equate huge success at the box office. Jimmy suited the role, and he has a fresh look- he is playing a light hearted role after a long time. His synergy with Rajpal Yadav in Hastey Hastey is incredible. The chemistry of the whole team is just awesome. Everyone who has seen the trial shows have nothing but great things to say about Jimmy and the others.
Jimmy's synergy with Rajpal Yadav in Hastey Hastey is incredible.
The film has two new actresses making their debut- Nisha Rawal and Monishkaâ¦Could you tell us a little bit on how you zeroed in on them?
Toony, our director, Ashutosh Bajpay and I were involved in the selection process. We interviewed a lot of girls for these two roles. Finally, we saw a series of videos (ad films and music videos) by Nisha and were immediately impressed. Toony brought Monishka in through the same process. We believe that the audience is going to love them both.
One of the highlights of the film is the triple role done by Rajpal Yadav. Could you throw some light on that?
Rajpal Yadav is a pleasure to work with. We broke the stereotype of Rajpal in this film. The youngest Rajpal is a 'Casanova' type personality, and a 'Jigri dost' of Jimmy's character. The next Rajpal is the first one's uncle, hot headed and a little crazy. The last one plays young Rajpal's father (uncle's brother). Rajpal is hilarious, and we even have a very interesting element of how the internet can create some funny situations.
The film's music has been composed by Anu Malik. How do you think the music has evolved?
The title song made it to the 'Top 10' in the B4U countdown last week. Many other songs have made it to the top charts. The music CDs are in great demand. T-Series is doing a good job of replenishing stock, but stores worldwide are still in a sold out situation. My favorites are 'Bheegi Bheegi' by Kunal Ganjawala and 'Almadat' by Zubin.
My father passed away soon after the shooting finished, but I remember the time last year when I gave him the 'Kachcha' CD after the recording. He held it close to his chest and told me that the music will be a success. And it is.
You are one of the few producers who is also acting and has even sung the title song in his very first film. Tell us something about that? How was the experience and what character do you play?
Singing and acting have always been a passion. As mentioned earlier in college I spent more time on stage singing and acting than off stage, studying.
In the USA I have a team that has performed many times in the past, called 'Many Moods'. When Tony and I met Anu Malik, I told him that he must audition me, and if he felt I wasn't ready to do playback singing, I was not going to sing. Anuji decided that the title song 'Hastey Hastey Follow Your Heart' would be appropriate, and I enjoyed singing the song with Sunidhi Chauhan. This is my first time, and I always feel I could have done better, but I think the song is doing well. I personally enjoyed singing, and I really felt it in my heart while singing the slow version. We all had an emotional moment in the studio (Anuji, Toony, my mother and I).
In the movie, I play myself. In real life, my wife and I own a successful network marketing business (Amway). I also do corporate training in emerging markets. We help people build their self esteem and teach them success habits (BWW). I mentor many Independent Business Owners worldwide, and speak to large audiences (up to 25,000 people) on a regular basis. So this was an easy role for me to play. Neel's character (Jimmy) is inspired by Kumar to venture into unfamiliar territory, and derives courage from Kumar's words to get through the tough times.
So do you intend to pursue singing or continue acting actively after this?
I am reminded of the line from Godfather (I think): âMake me an offer I cannot refuseâ (laughs). Actually; we'll just see how it goes!
How has been the experience working with director Toony?
Toony went the extra mile for us. He went above and beyond his role as a director. What one needs is a reliable director. Along with my father in law Mahinder Khanna, and Uncle Ramesh Jhamb, Toony helps run our office in Mumbai. Toony also brought in a great team of technicians and creative heads- like Damodar Naidu who has done brilliant camera work, Pony Verma who is the choreographer, Subarna for the costumes, Sanjay Sankhla for editing, and Anoop Mishra, sound engineer. He also brought in the writers like Rohit Batra, Bholu Khan, Gabbu & Ritesh. Tony prepares well, and executes briskly- very few re-takes.
The locations of the film are indeed breathtaking. How much of the film is shot in US?
95% of the movie is shot in the USA. The script demanded it. Yes, the look and feel of the film is nothing less than breathtaking, thanks to Toony, Damodar Naidu and our entire crew. It is becoming evident that Bollywood has not seen America shot in this splendor. Many people who have seen the film have said that they have not seen New York this wonderfully picturized even in Hollywood films. We left no stone unturned.
Many people who have seen the film have said that they have not seen New York this wonderfully picturized even in Hollywood films.
Any memorable experiences during the shoot?
We finished our USA shooting in 45 days and then we had a couple of days left in India. By all standards, we were better than average in execution, but we had some situations that seem funny now, but weren't that funny at that time. We lost a video camera that was being used for the making of the film- someone dropped it on the mountains of Minnewaska State park while shooting 'Bheegi Bheegi'. In Atlantic City, some dancers did not show up, so we had people contacting local 'clubs' for dancers. We realized that not all 'clubs' in Atlantic City are the kind of âclubsâ we want to be seen in! The opening shot of 'Bheegi Bheegi' got delayed because of rains, and Jimmy was drenched already for the shot. After the actors dried up, the sun came out and Tony decided to continue shooting, and everyone had to get wet all over again!
Renting the open Double Decker bus in Manhattan for 'It's our World' song was a lot of fun. The elaborate preparations for 'Hum Hain' on a boat and 'New Age Mantra' at a posh Manhattan club were all great experiences.
The film is being released along with the IPL matches. Considering the craze for cricket in Indiaâ¦aren't you wary of the opening getting affected?
Theaters are already seeing big requests for advance booking of the tickets. Also IPL is winding down as we release. The quality of the movie speaks for itself. God is great!
Lastly, Hastey Hastey is your company Go Cam films' first production with Ashutosh Bajpay and yourself. What are your future projects?
We have three projects in the offing. They are named Three Will Set You Free, Pakdo Pakdo and Road To Vegas.
Before signing off why do you think viewers should go and watch Hastey Hastey. What is the USP of the film?
Hastey Hastey is two hours 7 minutes of non stop entertainment. The story and screenplay will keep people on the edge of their seats. During our trial shows, we had a diverse audience, some of them were family and friends, most of them were not. Every single one of them commented that they could not even think of leaving their seats. The story is quick, with a rapid fire execution. Audience must go to the theaters and experience this film- in order to get the complete benefit of the visual treat and incredible music. The romance is enhanced by the music and the locations, the comedy is enhanced by elements of globalization, the twist in the story is enhanced by great direction and excellent editing, and the music by Anu Malik is enhanced by Sameer's lyrics, and Pony's choreography. The opinion of those who have seen the film or any part of the film is unanimous- great story, light hearted movie, high energy, very youthful, funny, superb music and USA shot like never before.. Source: Indiafm.com Features | 27 May 2008 | 12:33 pm
The lead actress of the blockbuster Swades, who made impressive headlines even as she held her own, irrespective of the magnanimous presence of the Shah Rukh 'King' Khan, has given birth to the second child on Sunday, at the Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai.
Even as her stocks were en route its way to touch the skies, she shocked not just her fans but also the whole of Bollywood as she suddenly decided to bid adieu to films and got married to a businessman Vicky Oberoi. While their first child is named Vihaan, the couple is on a look out for an unconventional name for their new born son! Any suggestions readers? Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 27 May 2008 | 12:26 pm
If you thought the colour yellow was not in Vogue this summer, then, be ready to be dazzled as this sizzling actor-cum-businesswoman! She is the pretty Preity Zinta, whose flashy-splashy yellow attire gives a whole new 'image makeover', not to the actress, but to the yellow colour! We are referring to the gorgeous lady, whose electric smile in the latest edition of 'Vogue' is sending shockers to one and all!
In this issue, Preity speaks not just about her men (friends, relatives, colleagues etc...), but also her business acumen. She is indeed the darling of everyone alike. She goes onto give a day wise account of what it means to own a team in the prestigious IPL tournament. It was her first business venture- a whopping $ 76 million deal!
The USP of being Preity Zinta is that besides being the well-known effervescently bubbly girl, she is also the youngest and sole-female owner of a cricket team - the Kings XI Punjab!
What an issue this is, really a collector's one! Source: Indiafm.com Features | 27 May 2008 | 12:20 pm
Dina Lohan is on a rampage to prove many things to the world which has seen her family turn topsy turvy with controversy after Lindsay started spinning out of control. Dina, who received a Top Mom Award recently from a group called the Mingling Mom, said that she is out to ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 10:00 am
Gayatri Joshi, the lead actress of the blockbuster Swades, who made impressive headlines even as she held her own, irrespective of the magnanimous presence of the Shahrukh 'King' Khan, has given birth to the second child on Sunday, at the Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 9:40 am
Animation films are the latest trend in Bollywood. After the success of Hanuman Returns every filmmaker went the animated way. The makers of the upcoming animation film, Dashavatar, have added some Bollywood masala to their film along with the CG effects. The film would contain an item song.
The situation of the song comes when the Gods and the asurs (demons) are churning the ocean, as advised by Lord Vishnu, to retrieve the lost glory of the heavens. When Dhanvantri emerges with the nectar, there is a quarrel among the asurs to possess it, as it would make them even more powerful and invincible. The Gods are helpless and powerless so it is imperative that the Gods drink the nectar. A beautiful maiden then appears on the scene and seeing her beauty, the Gods and especially the asurs are stunned. She mesmerizes the asurs into giving her the jar of nectar which she begins distributing, much to the delight of the asurs who keep following her, entranced and captivated by her beauty.
Explains the director of the film, Bhavik Thakore, "'Oâ¦Mohiniâ¦Oâ¦Kaminiâ¦O⦠Gajgamini' is an item number composed by Anand Kurhekar and sung by Kunal Ganjawala and Rattan Mohan Sharma. Sandeep Khare gives the lyric for the song. "It was a cinematic consideration more than a commercial one. As a director, I saw the potential for a song situation. The scene otherwise could have been quite dry with lot of dialogues only, so to infuse an element of fun I decided to introduce the song. Also, the situation where a beautiful maiden mesmerizes the asurs and lulls them into a sense of complacency, lent itself to the song, which had all the trappings of an 'item number' keeping in mind the present day trend. Since the 'Mohini roop' was to be that of a temptress, the character had to have a seductive quality both in appearance and mannerism and we have been quite successful in creating that magic. So Anand Kurhekar, the music director, composed a nice catchy song. The music composer decided on using a synthesis of western and Indian music. He mixed an element of the 'blues' with the qawalli to add pep and fun to the song. We also added a lot of fun and humor through some comic situations between Mohini and the asurs through the song; so all in all it's a fun filled 'item number'. We first choreographed the song live and on that basis animated it." Source: Indiafm.com Features | 27 May 2008 | 9:35 am
Producer Basavareddy's new film Neene Neene directed by Shivadhwaj is all set to be released simultaneously in USA and Australia along with the theatres in the State on June 6. This is the first time a Kannada film is being released in two countries simultaneously along with its release in the ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 9:20 am
Actors Jaggesh, CP Yogeshwar and BC Patil were seen glowing with smiling faces on Sunday evening. Out of nine Kannada actors, who contested in Karnataka Assembly Election 2008, Jaggesh and BC Patil were able to defeat their rivals. Actors Ambareesh, Umashree, Saikumar, Shashi Kumar Mahendar, Madhu Bangarappa and Kumar Bangarappa ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 9:15 am
Does Abhishek Bachchan's character die in Sarkar Raj?
No, he does not.
So where did that come from?
I've no clue. There's so much untruth floating around the film, I don't know whether to be amused or frightened. They first imagined the hero dies. Then they imagined that the distributors were scared of his death. Everyone has an imagination and the freedom to use it. To take a much larger issue, look at the way the murder of that girl Aarushi in Delhi is being made into a cause for speculation. I've only made a film.
You've said a man could've played Aishwarya Rai's role?
Yes, I have. She has no romantic association with Abhishek's character at all. It's not a conscious decision to keep them away from romance. The emotional aspect of a relationship can be manifested in many ways. In Sarkar Raj, it comes across as drama, treachery, power- play and betrayal. In the light of all these emotions, Aishwarya's relationship with Abhishek is treated very unconventionally. Theirs is not a romantic relationship. Not even a hint of it.
So did you ever actually consider casting a man in Aishwarya's role?
No not at all. It was always Aishwarya. But the very fact that she's a woman would make a subtext in the audience's minds, though she doesn't share any relationship with Abhishek. But if I had cast a man in her role it'd make no difference to the main plot.
How did you resist the temptation to incorporate a relationship between Abhishek and Aishwarya?
It wasn't difficult at all. I don't believe the hero and heroine have to romance. My intentions in Sarkar Raj are not to cash in on star value.
How political is Sarkar Raj?
I don't even know how to spell politics. But yes I do read the papers. And I draw inferences from the headlines. I knew about Bal Thackeray. So I conceived Mr Bachchan. But I don't know the Shiv Sena's ideology or what politics Raj Thackeray represents.
What about the actor Rajesh Shringharpure's resemblance to Raj Thackeray?
See, I've been a fan of Raj Thackeray's personality. I know him for years. His face has stayed with me. When I saw this actor, I immediately saw the resemblance and signed him. On seeing Rajesh, I might have referred to Raj's personality because of their obvious resemblance. I might have incorporated personality traits from Raj Thackeray. But my character has nothing to do with Raj Thackeray's politics. Source: Indiafm.com Features | 27 May 2008 | 9:08 am
It seem like Vipul Shah's latest project, Singh Is Kinng, featuring Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif, has once again managed to get into a similar skirt controversy as their last one. Just to recall, Vipul Shah's last project, Namastey London, had got into a controversy at the Ajmer Dargah (shrine) ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 9:07 am
Ridheema Tiwari who essays the role of Mehek in Annu Ki Hogai Waah Bhai Waah, on Star One, is one lucky gal. She will soon be seen playing a cameo in Simply Sapney (on Zee Next) wherein she plays Meryl Streep of "Devil Wears Prada". She is playing the character ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 9:03 am
While the BJP which had depended less on the filmy glamour and had given ticket only to one actor and one film director lost both the seats for the party despite emerging the single largest party in the state, the Congress party has lost heavily for issuing tickets to film artistes ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 8:53 am
Aamir apologises Galatta.com - 1 hour ago Aamir Khan was in his element at the music release of nephew Imran Khan's debut film Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na. As we had reported earlier, the event was quite a private affair as Aamir took the blessings of veteran actor Shammi Kapoor who officially ... Pooch and TellMid-Day Mumbai 16000 jump red lights in DelhiCalcutta Telegraph all 3 news articles
Blade Babji's cute new heroine has plenty of poise and charm. Like any young Mumbaiite, Sayali changed her tune once she set foot in Tollywood, saying, "I thought acting in South Indian films wouldn't work out. I've changed my mind after working here and I want to make it in ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 8:52 am
After having rejected producer-director Karan Johar's previous film Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna, Kajol has finally shown a green signal to Karan and agreed to act in his upcoming film My Name Is Khan. Not only that with this movie, Karan would be re-uniting the famous jodi of Bollywood, Shahrukh Khan ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 8:41 am
Ravi Chopra is planning bigger and bigger set-ups. Post BHOOTHNATH, Chopra has decided to start POCKETMAAR, to be directed by Chopra himself. Reportedly, he is in the process of teaming Amitabh Bachchan and Shahid Kapur for this film.
âYes, I have spoken to Amit-ji, he's interested in the project as well, but we haven't finalized anything yet. Ditto for Shahid. We've met, but till things are finalized, I wouldn't like to make an official announcement,â he sets the record straight. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 27 May 2008 | 7:48 am
Apoorva Lakhia is on a high! The promos of his new film MISSION ISTAANBUL have just been launched and people are already talking about it. If the first look is an indicator of things to follow, expect a lot more when it hits the screens⦠and of course, a thunderous initial when it hits the screens on July 11. âI haven't made a film like MISSION ISTAANBUL before. It's my most ambitious film to date,â Apoorva tells me.
While the post-production work of MISSION ISTAANBUL has already begun, Apu has already started work on his new project, to be produced by Sohail Maklai. âIt's a 5-hero film. Right now, we're working on the script. I can't announce the cast till we have the confirmations,â he divulges.
Wait! Apu has bagged yet another plum assignment. Prolific film-maker Vashu Bhagnani has signed the Apu - Abhishekh Bachchan combination for his next film, which will roll sometime next year. âIt's a 2-hero project. Besides Abhishek, we need to finalize one more hero,â he adds. The film, not titled yet, is an action-comedy. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 27 May 2008 | 7:44 am
Academy Award winning director Sydney Pollack passed away yesterday at his Los Angeles residence. The director most famous for film Tootsie in which he directed Dustin Hoffman and the 1986 drama Out Of Africa. The veteran was diagnosed with cancer nine months ago. He produced films too and and occasionally made ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 May 2008 | 7:12 am
Well-known Bollywood personalities paid homage to producer and financer Jhamu Sugandh, who died here Monday following a cardiac arrest. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
Mayawati has changed the face of
politics in the country, turning old assumptions upside down.
Written off politically before she stormed to power in India`s
most populous state, Mayawati, perhaps is the most enigmatic
Indian politician for decades, says a new book. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
American/Danish actress and singer Scarlett Johansson has decided not to go ahead with the tour to promote her new album `Anywhere I Lay My Head`. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
A Kentucky museum dedicated to George Clooney`s late aunt just wanted the actor`s helmet from the movie "Leatherheads. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
The producer of blockbusters like `Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam` and well known Bollywood financier Jhamu Sugandh died here Monday following cardiac arrest. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
Bollywood`s hottest couple is literally feeling the heat! The publicity surrounding their high-octane romance is getting onto the nerves of the couple, especially Bebo. To makes matters worse glam doll Bebo has reportedly had enough of her fanatically possessive beau. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
Pop star Madonna has given momentum to the speculations regarding the `supposed` problems in her marriage by appearing at the Cannes red carpet with her furious looking husband in tow. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
Actor Rahul Bose, who is riding high on the success of the Santosh Sivan-directed English language movie `Before The Rains`, says he almost refused the role because the producers wanted him to audition for it. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
Canadian singer Celine Dion has been put to shame by the water authorities in Florida after she used over 6.5 million gallons of water at her home in the state. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
Bollywood`s `bahurani` Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is all set once again to star in a Hollywood flick, this time with the Oscar winner Meryl Streep. The movie is an adaptation of a French film, Chaos, and focuses on the distress that upshoots when a young prostitute, unintentionally, intrudes into the life of a modern middle class couple. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 May 2008 | 11:38 pm
What do you call a person who is a winner by his name itself! We do not know what you would like to call him, but we definitely would like to call him Sikander, who also happens to be the talented son of the most wonderful and illustrious parents (Touch Wood!) a son can ever get: Anupam Kher and Kirron Kher! The surname itself is enough to get half the battle won for this most eagerly awaited dynamite of talent, who is all set to explode on the screen with his back-to-back releases Woodstock Villa and
Summer 2007.
Sikander is one of the luckiest few to have the producers waiting for him to sign on the dotted lines, even before his debut film, which already signifies the makings of a 'Superstar in the making'!
Continuing the tradition of 'Making Your Wishes Come True Even Before You Wish' alive, Bollywood Hungama brings to you the chance to have a Q & A session with Sikander Kher on Wednesday, May 28, at 1430 hrs IST. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 May 2008 | 4:11 pm
T-Series, after releasing the music of Aamir Khan Productionâs Jaane Tu⦠Ya Jaane Na, which is composed by A.R. Rahman, has now also acquired the music rights of Rahman's next big flick Yuvraaj. Yuvraaj is Subhash Ghaiâs directorial venture slated to release this Diwali. A.R. Rahman has always been loved from the time of his blockbuster hit Bombay and is known for his mesmerizing music.
T-Series is proud to be associated with A.R. Rahman again. Through Yuvraaj, T-Series wants to bring the combination of T-Series and Rahman to its music listeners again.
Yuvraaj is Produced and Directed by Subhash Ghai under the Mukta Arts Ltd Banner. The movie stars Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Zayed Khan, and Boman Irani. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 May 2008 | 2:04 pm
âFor everything there is a season, like for everything there is a reason
For every break down there is a build up;
For every tear, there is a smile;
For every silence, there is a time to speak;
For every hate, there is a time for love
For every war, there is a time for peace
But for every Jhamu Sughand, there is â¦â¦â¦â¦
It is the fact of Bollywood that everything else can be replaced but not everyone. Jhamu Sughand happens to be one such man. It is indeed shocking to even think about it, but then, the fact remains that the inevitable has just happened. Bollywood's most prolific Producer Jhamu Sughandh, is no more. He embraced death in Juhu Hospital today at around 11.20am, due to brain haemorrhage.
Jhamu was responsible for producing films like Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Aks, Filhaal, Kaal Purush etc.
Bollywood Hungama's heartfelt wish for this man is that May His Soul Rest in Eternal Peace. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 May 2008 | 2:01 pm
Young Rehan Khan is still pinching himself hard to believe that he has actually managed to bag a project with none other than Nana Patekar.
Though he has been watching his moves quite carefully ever since he made a low profile debut with Jaane - Let's Fall In Love a year and a half back, he has been getting good feelers from the industry which believes that the young lad does show promise.
"Let me be very honest here", confesses Rehan, "Even though I come from a family that has lived and breathed Bollywood cinema for decades, it is still one big struggle out here. Yes, you do get feelers all the while but it all matters when something really comes on the table. Well, I guess my wait has paid off with Tum Milo To Sahi which features none other than Nana Patekar. For me this is one big project and I can't believe I would actually be acting with Nana."
Tum Milo To Sahi is soon coming to floors (in June beginning) and would be directed by Kabir Sadanand who first wielded the megaphone 4 years back for rom-com Popcorn Khao Mast Ho Jaayo. Though this film, which marked the acting debut of Akshay Kapoor, didn't do much at the box office, it only managed to strengthen Kabir's resolve to strike back with greater vigor and confidence.
The result is Tum Milo To Sahi which brings on Nana Patekar as the central protagonist with one more established name expected to join the star cast apart from newcomer Rehan. There would be three leading ladies, the names of which are currently being kept under the wraps.
Says Nana Patekar, "It's the script which is the King here in case of Tum Milo To Sahi. You have to watch out for this story teller Kabir. The way he narrated the subject to me, I was on board pronto." Pausing for a while, he chuckles, "People think that I am a bully on and off the sets. Well, ask Kabir this after Tum Milo To Sahi; he should be able to tell whether it is a right perception or not."
On the other hand, Rehan can't help but admire Kabir for the big platform that he has got for himself.
"Kabir has been rock solid in his support for me. He hasn't allowed me to do anything else for the moment since he wants me to live this character to the fullest. No, I am not under a contract or something but it is Kabir's conviction in Tum Milo To Sahi which makes me sit back and actually concentrate primarily on what I have to do here", says Rehan with an air of confidence around him.
Does he ever get a shred of doubt regarding his placement in the film since Nana Patekar is bound to hold the center stage while another senior actor would hog some limelight as well?
"None at all", says Rehan promptly, "I stand by every decision of Kabir since I too firmly believe that this film is bigger than anything else. Kabir is the leader out here and I along with all the others are bound to trust him blindly in his judgment."
Tell Kabir about the hero worship that he is enjoying for his new venture and he says modestly, "Actually, I should be the one who should be humbled here. I am working with such great range of actors out here! I am proud of the fact that I have managed to bring together so much talent which is committed to the script. I am longing to get back behind the camera and call 'action'!"
When questioned about the film's subject, this is all what Kabir was willing to divulge, "Tum Milo To Sahi is about the extraordinary person in the ordinary people we are. It's the people we were, the people we are and the people we will be. It is about the values that mean the world to us."
Tum Milo To Sahi is being produced by Nikhil Panchammiya whose last production was a moderate success Anthony Kaun Hai. On the actor's front, while Nana Patekar is looking forward to the release of Horn Ok Pleassss (after the super success of Welcome),
Rehan Khan too has a double bill lined up in the form of Click and Fast Forward. "Both Click and Fast Forward should be out anytime now", says Rehan, "While Click belongs to horror genre, Fast Forward has dance as its theme. Yes, both are multi starrers (Click also stars Shreyas Talpade in the lead while Fast Forward has Akshay Kapoor looking at making a comeback) but that's absolutely fine with me."
"As long as I have belief in myself to be able to deliver goods, there is no reason why insecurity should creep in. So early in my career I have got an opportunity to play distinct characters in both the films. Well, guess what? This is what that matters most to me", concludes Rehan. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 May 2008 | 11:27 am
Aamir Khan is determined to make a success out of his nephew Imraan's career, come what may. And even if that means taking on the competition headlong, so be it. Anything for family, seems to be the marketing motto, as Harry Baweja puts in 80-crore plus Priyanka in the hi-fi sci-fi Love Story 2050 to ensure his son's super success on July 4.
Enter Aamir Khan with nephew Imraan's Jaane Tu⦠Ya Jaane Na and on same Friday as Harman's debut. "The Bawejas were shocked," says a source close to the film. "They had planned and strategized their film's release almost six months in advance. They had spoken to all their potential competitors from Salman and God Tussi Great Ho to Ram Gopal Varma and Sarkar Raj to Apoorva Lakhia 's Mission Istanbul and Aziz Mirza's Kismat Konnection to Yashraj and Tips. Harman called them up personally to make sure his film comes on a freed Friday. Then suddenly Aamir showed up to create an almost Saawariya-Om Shanti Om crisis. Jaane Tu's release was nowhere in sight when Love Story 2050 was announced. Suddenly they came out of the blue! "
Harry Baweja made a panic call to Aamir. Says the source, "Harry Baweja knows Aamir from the time he did B. Subhash's Love Love Love where Harry was an assistant director. Ever since then they've been in touch. When they spoke, Aamir told Harry he was indeed thinking of coming on 4 July. The reason given was that Sanjay Gadhvi's Kidnap in which Imraan has a key role was coming on July 25. Aamir reasoned that Imraan couldn't have two releases too close to one another. Later, the Bawejas were horrified to know that Kidnap was scheduled for August 22. Harry urged Aamir to move his film to July 11. But Aamir is adamant. "
Incidentally, Genelia Dsouza who plays Imraan's leading lady is also Harman's girl in his second release Victory. "The Bawejas first trailer started on a Sunday. That same day a blog went up saying 'Imraan Versus Harman'. That's when the Bawejas first came to know that the Khans were planning to release on the same day. Since then there has been a systematic campaign to bring down Harman on the blogs with comments like 'Harman looks gay'. He looks like a lot of things. But not gay. One of the blogs comments cattily on actors like Hrithik Roshan and Harman Baweja relying on their physique. Someone even broke into a website (wikipedia.com) sponsoring Harman's film and defaced it. They even changed Harman's picture to an unidentifiable man, and said the film was budgeted at 60,000 rupees and was to be released for 30 seconds in July 1950. The Bawejas traced the defacers to Delhi. The identity of the hackers was used just once, to deface Harman's face."
Harman smiles off all the competition. "Healthy competition is always welcome. I'd rather focus on my work. We've just started the promotion of our first song. It's one of the costliest songs ever filmed." Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 May 2008 | 9:32 am
