American actress Brooke Shields, who will publish her first children`s book on Tuesday, said writing the 145-word story was more difficult than recording her struggle with postpartum depression. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:25 pm
They have been the hottest, sexiest and classical hit onscreen `jodi` that the Indian cinema ever saw. Their onscreen romance created such magic that an entire generation fell in love with the idea of love. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:25 pm
Ignoring the lure of mega bucks and publicity, a group of young scientists are toiling hard in doing research on human genome and other pure science fields in one of the top scientific research institute in the country. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:25 pm
A discrepancy regarding the health of Amy Winehouse arose Monday after the Grammy-winning singer`s father said she had early stage emphysema brought on by smoking crack cocaine and cigarettes. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:25 pm
There has been a lot of speculations regarding the whereabouts of Gracy Singh - the actress, who came into limelight for big ticket debut in Aamir Khan-starrer `Lagaan` in 2001 and then after a few films, turned recluse. Cine-goers wondered about the disappearance of the actress with the girl-next-door appeal. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:25 pm
Culture Club frontman Boy George`s North American summer tour is in doubt after US authorities refused to issue him a visa, citing looming legal issues overseas. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:25 pm
One may feel that Hansika Motwani is nothing but a child, but her aspirations and attitude say otherwise. The `Aap Ka Suroor` star recently revealed that she has nothing against bikini and if the role demands she would certainly wear it. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:25 pm
Last Saturday, on 21st June, Amitabh Bachchan felicitated Madhur Bhandarkar as the best contemporary film director. In a ceremony organized by 'Spandan Art', Big B presented the title in the form of a Memento to Madhur for winning the National Award for Best Director for his film Traffic Signal. This is his third National Award after Chandni Bar and Page 3.
Well, if receiving the Memento from the legendary actor wasn't good enough, there was more to come for the filmmaker who is busy wrapping Fashion. In front of a packed audience, Big B said that Bhandarkar was the new age Hrishikesh Mukherjee.
"What can I really say about appreciation like this and that too from a person of the stature of Big B", says Bhandarkar who is still trying to come to terms with the comment made by Amitabh Bachchan.
"It is a huge honor to be even talked in the same breath as the filmmaker who has made close to 50 movies. I can challenge that there won't be a single Indian who wouldn't have seen a Hrishikesh Mukherjee film."
Talking about his experience of watching Hrishikesh Mukherjee films, Bhandarkar says, "I have grown on his films. Anari, Anupama, Satyakam, Guddi, Anand, Bawarchi, Namak Haram, and Golmaal - just look at the kind of films he has made over the years. There are so many genres that he touched upon; the list is endless."
Amitabh Bachchan also complimented Bhandarkar for being one of the rare film makers whose films work both commercially and critically. He also added that the film maker has never believed in making escapist cinema and instead kept reality on the forefront.
"As a kid I used to watch Hrishikesh Mukherjee films in my video library. His films inspired me as they spoke about real issues and treaded a real path while being commercial and entertaining. Though I am still learning over the years, I try to be inspired by great filmmakers like him. I hope a few decades down the line, I get the same kind of love, affection and recognition as greats like Hrishikesh Mukherjee get more than 50 years after making their first film", concludes an emotionally charged Bhandarkar.
On a side-note, some of the best work of Amitabh Bachchan in his early years in the industry has been with Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Together they made some memorable films like Anand, Mili, Abhimaan, Namak Haraam, Chupke Chupke and Jurmana. Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 24 Jun 2008 | 11:26 am
Do you believe in angels? If yes, this week's new offering from Yash Raj Films- Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic might be just the perfect way to spend your weekend. The film, directed by Kunal Kohli, brings back the super-hit pair of Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji along with 4 cute yet mischievous kids. What's more there is also Ameesha Patel who would be seen sizzling in a brand new avatar. If the promos of the film are anything to go by, this one looks like a complete family entertainer. Thoda Pyar Thoda Magic is essentially the story of a man who always lost love, an angel who doesn't know what love is and four orphans who need love. Bollywood Hungama brings all that you wanted to know about this flick and much more in an exclusive section.
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Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic: Special Treat Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 24 Jun 2008 | 11:03 am
De Taali may not have set the box office on fire but amongst the three movies which came last Friday, it is still being the best of the lot. Also, as have been the feelers for this romantic comedy, the film is giving itself a fighting chance at the theaters.
"I am surprised to hear conflicting reports about the film. A few trade sources haven't been too kind in stating the box office prospects of the film but there are other industry sources who are maintaining that De Taali should do well to come out unscathed", says Ritiesh Deshmukh who, once again has managed to steal the show from right under everyone's nose.
How about the below the par reviews that film has got?
"I don't agree that everyone has gone ahead and ripped apart the film", rightly defends Riteish, "Yes, some critics have been unhappy about the film's execution. They are asking questions as to why the trio of friends (Aftab, Ayesha and myself) have been acting like 12 year olds. But hey, that's exactly the point, you know! We play a bunch of youngsters who meet each other as 12 year olds and ever since then have been happy to stay on in the same time warp. That's the entire idea of friendship in De Taali.
"Still, I am not judging the critics here", continues Riteish, "They may have their own views. See, there are so many others who have indeed liked the film as well. To each his own. And at the end of the day, it all boils down to whether the film is working with audience or not. As per the information which I have gathered from impartial and neutral sources, it is doing well with the youth with every passing day. The film may not have done great business on the first day but it is the kind that would sustain well as days pass by."
Tell him that this time around, even Rimmi Sen has gathered quite a few accolades for her performance in the film along with him and he says in a delighted tone, "See, I had said even earlier that it is Rimmi's character who brings the twist in the plot. In the absence of her character, there wouldn't have been De Taali. I am glad she got a well written part to enact where she has been appreciated for her performance. She deserves it!" Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 24 Jun 2008 | 10:58 am
For all those who wanted to take part in MTV's adventure reality show 'Roadies' but couldn't get through the judge's gruelling sessions, here's a chance to play and win the game - virtually! Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Jun 2008 | 10:01 am
July 4 is one crucial date. Aamir Khan's nephew Imran Khan and Harry Baweja's son Harman Baweja are keeping their fingers crossed for their debut films, Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na and Love Story 2050, respectively. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:45 am
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Last week
Film
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1
Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Naa
There is no stopping 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Naa' as it continues to reign from the top. An Aamir Khan production has done it again after 'Taare Zameen Par' which saw it's music making quite an impression in the charts for months in succession.
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2
2
Jannat
The film may be showing signs of exit from theatres after a super successful run but the music is still dominating in a big way. It would require a heavy weight album to move 'Jannat' from the height it is currently at.
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3
3
Race
The film was superhit. The DVDs are dominating the charts as well. Meanwhile the music continues to be the best seller of the year. Clearly TIPS, UTV and Pritam couldn't have asked for more and now their eyes are set on their next collaboration 'Kismat Konnection'.
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4
5
Love Story 2050
Inching up in the charts with ever passing week, 'Love Story 2050' is at it's highest position ever since it arrived on the stands. Now one waits to see if the album eventually manages to break into Top-3 (which looks quite possible).
'Sach Kehna', the best dance number from the album, has been revealed a little too early. It may have benefited 'Love Story 2050' if released around the time of film's release.
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6
Ada
Breaking into Top-5, 'Ada' becomes Rahman's second album in the recent times (after 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Naa') to make a very good impression amongst the listeners. This is also Rahman's third straight successful album with 'Jodhaa Akbar' doing well in the early part of the year.
One wonders for how long the album would be able to sustain without any promotion. Once hardcore Rahman fans have given it a listen, how would the album reach out to rest of the music lovers?
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7
Haal E Dil
Showing slight improvement over last week, 'Haal E Dil' moves up a spot. 'Oye Hoye' which has been picturised on Ajay-Kajol has also been revealed and now all the cards from the album are out in open.
The film has failed to make an impression and since it seems destined to go down, it is bound to adversely affect this good soundtrack as well.
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4
Khuda Kay Liye
Just when it had seemed that 'Khuda Kay Liye' would be a strong contender to break into Top-3, it shows a heavy fall and is now at #7. One hopes that it stays on at the lower end of the charts at least for a few more weeks to come since it deserves a better market for itself.
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9
Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic
Hardly making a move up in spite of Amisha's sizzle-n-bare act, 'Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic' has now joined the league of 'Laaga Chunari Mein Daag' and 'Aaja Nachle' that didn't make any impression in the charts.
Until and unless a miracle happens and the film turns out to be a superhit, the music doesn't seem to be creating a market for itself in next few weeks
9
New
De Taali
Finally this Vishal-Shekhar music manages to make an entry into the charts. While 'Tashan' sees it's way out this week, 'De Taali' compensates it's exit for Vishal-Shekhar. The title song and 'Maari Teetri' are hits and that should help the album gain further visibility.
The album has arrived in the charts quite belatedly and since the film by itself isn't extraordinary, there are doubts about sustainability of 'De Taali' in the charts.
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New
Ugly Aur Pagli
A week after it's release, 'Ugly Aur Pahli' makes an instant impression in the charts. Seems Anu Malik is seriously making inroads into them music scene again with 'Ugly Aur Pagli' being his second album in the charts after 'Love Story 2050'.
A few listeners may scoff at the idea that 'Uglu Aur Pagli' carries a standard club-sound album that may not necessarily enjoy a long shelf life
Source: Music Festival, MGF Mall Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:44 am
Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (R-ADAG) is all set to launch a 24-hour FM radio station in Singapore that will broadcast Indian film music, news and other entertainment trivia in a collaborative venture with local station MediaCorp Radio. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:40 am
Size zero is the newest fad in Bollywood. After Kareena Kapoor, the latest slim-as-a-reed looking actress is Amrita Arora, but she doesn't like to be labelled anorexic. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:39 am
Love Story 2050 is going places… literally! That the makers have spared no efforts to give the film an international look is known by now. But here's the latest! The film will have international premieres as well, thereby taking the film to the international audience. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:35 am
Though Ayesha Takia may not have had a single super-hit movie to boast of during her career, people have loved and appreciated her characters in most of the movies. Be it her serious, heart touching portrayal of a strong, young widow in Nagesh Kukunoor's Dor, the chirpy, lovable character in ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:34 am
The grapevine is abuzz with the news that actress Konkona Sen Sharma is going to tie the knot with boyfriend actor Ranvir Shorey. It is said that the celebrity couple has exchanged rings at a private ceremony. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:29 am
Kareena Kapoor was in the news recently after collapsing on the sets of Tashan. Her health turned weak following heavy workout to fit into her role in the film. But she is not the only one. Priyanka Chopra too collapsed while shooting for the film Dostana. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:19 am
The first schedule of movie Punnami Nagu, directed by A Kodandarami Reddy, presented by G Maheswara Reddy (Sai Reddy) and produced by G Vijayakumar Goud under Sound and Claps banner with Mumaith Khan and Rajiv Kanakala in the lead, was completed recently. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:13 am
The whole world and its favourite television guide have been wondering why Ekta Kapoor allowed her favourite actress Prachi Desai to work opposite Farhan Akhtar in Rock On when she has been openly unresponsive and hostile to the idea of her other actors leaving her company to pursue the big ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:13 am
Upcoming Orissa film actress Sonali Mohapatra is seeking divorce from her trader-husband Asim Amitabh Patnaik, her lawyer said Tuesday. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:03 am
Re-recording work is nearing completion for the movie Deepavali directed by Haribabu and produced by Teegala Krupakar Reddy under AAA Arts banner, with Venu, Megha Nayar and Aarti Agarwal in the lead. The producer is making efforts to complete all the formalities soon and release the film in July. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:02 am
After the popular 'Nach Baliye', STAR TV is launching another reality dance show 'Zara Nachke Dikha'. The similarity ends here because this time couples will not compete with each nor will there be any voting or elimination. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Jun 2008 | 9:00 am
The film Puli with Pawan Kalyan in the title role was supposed to hit the floor last week. But Director SJ Suryah was injured while shooting for a Tamil film and he is now taking rest. The film has been delayed by about a month. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 8:54 am
Dr. Rajendra Prasad's new film Appu Cheesi Pappu Koodu directed by Relangi Narasimha Rao and produced by Natti Vasantha Kumar has completed all the formalities including censor and is now set for release on July 4. Realangi and Rajendra Prasad have given many hit films together in the past. The duo ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 24 Jun 2008 | 8:35 am
He's arrived without the backing of a godfather, but is being considered for some prized projects. AAMIR hero Rajeev Khandelwal is here to stay in Bollywood. âLife has become even more beautiful, post AAMIR. The feedback has been great, the response is tremendous. I've had people like Pritish Nandy, Apoorva Lakhia, Paresh Rawal, so many bigwigs from within the industry complimenting me. I've dabbled in a different medium before [TV] and I wasn't sure how people from filmdom would react, but they've been so warm and generous in their praises. I've realized that eventually kaam bolta hain,â the soft-spoken Rajeev Khandelwal is all smiles.
What next? Has he signed any film, post AAMIR? âJust one -- PETER GAYA KAAM SE. The offers haven't stopped since AAMIR released. In fact, I'm off to Ladakh tomorrow [Wednesday] for a vacation and am taking along 7-8 scripts to read. There're times when you're tempted to sign a film when you're offered big money. But my fundas are clear -- first script, then money. I'm in no hurry to grab any and every film that comes my way,â he reveals his game plan.
Rajeev, that's the right way to go about it, if you're looking at playing a long innings here! Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Jun 2008 | 7:17 am
This is a real Exclusive and as always, it's first on Bollywood Hungama.
July 4 is one crucial date. Aamir Khan's nephew Imran Khan and Harry Baweja's son Harman Baweja are keeping their fingers crossed for their debut films, JAANE TU YA JAANE NA and LOVE STORY 2050, respectively.
âI'm already getting the jitters. I wouldn't deny, I am feeling more and more nervous as the release dates draws nearer,â Harman confides. But Imran is feeling exactly the opposite. âI'm not feeling nervous or anxious. In fact, I am not experiencing anything that would tense me up. Perhaps, I may experience varied emotions as the release date draws closer,â Imran tells me.
What about the big clash, the battle royale? âListen, the business is sure to be divided. Imagine placing two mugs of coffee in front of you. The viewer has a choice. If both taste good, I'm sure he'd relish both,â Harman has a point. Imran, again, feels differently. âWhy is the media hell-bent on creating a war of sorts? It has been proved in the past that two good films can co-exist in one week. And I'm sure both will co-exist,â he speaks his mind.
However, both Harman and Imran admit they'd love to watch the other's films. And that's something that needs to be appreciated! Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Jun 2008 | 7:11 am
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LOVE STORY 2050 is going places⦠literally! That the makers have spared no efforts to give the film an international look is known by now. But here's the latest! The film will have international premieres as well, thereby taking the film to the international audience.
âRight now, we've confirmed London. We're also looking at Dubai and Toronto, but have yet to take a call,â Saurabh Varma, Chief Marketing Officer of Reliance Big Pictures confirms, âThere's so much happening, plus the last-minute promotions⦠all this might take away a lot of time of the actors, I suspect,â Saurabh adds.
Meanwhile, lead man Harman Baweja hasn't limited himself to facing the camera only. He is simultaneously looking into promotions, post-production and all marketing exercises. Wow! Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Jun 2008 | 7:04 am
Unbelievable but true - Indian filmmakers, criticised for promoting ills like smoking and violence through their films, actually churn out more movies endorsing social and family values than other genres. Of the 1,146 movies made last year, a whopping 870 were 'social movies' - meaning basically clean fare meant for family viewing. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Jun 2008 | 6:00 am
Not very long ago Manisha Koirala was declared 'down and out' by critics and audiences. But her life seems back on track now - she is enjoying her relationship with golfer boyfriend Chris and is looking forward to the release of long-pending film 'Mehbooba'. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Jun 2008 | 3:30 am
Producer Sajid Nadiadwala has finalised Brandon Routh and Denise Richards for his $20 million project 'Kambhakt Ishq', which also has Akhsay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor. And he says that it is easier to meet Hollywood stars for roles than actors back home. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 24 Jun 2008 | 2:30 am
9X celebrated the success of ‘Yeh Hai Jalwa’ with a grand bash in Mumbai which was attended by all the participants and their friends from television industry.Present : Rakhi Sawant, Rohit & Ronit Roy, Varun Badola, Ravi Kissen, Indrani Mukherjee, Aushima, Urvashi Dholakia, Rosa and others. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
That Akshay Kumar will shoot the title track of Singh Is Kinng with Snoop Dogg (who pioneered the ascendance of West Coast g-funk rap) is common knowledge. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
Winning the Big Brother 2007 reality show in England escalated Shilpa Shettys status as an international celebrity and also brought her back with a bang into the limelight in Bollywood. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
Mr. Amitabh Bachchan felicitated Renowned Film Director Madhur Bhandarkar as the best contemporary Film Director on 21st June, 2008 in Mumbai, at a ceremony organized by Spandan Art. Mr. Bachchan presented the title in the form of a Momento to Madhur for his national award hat-trick. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 24 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
He is a familiar face in the advertising world having done many popular commercials. Now this smart looking lad is all set to storm his way into your hearts with his debut film Haal-E-Dil. Yes we are talking about the charming and good-looking Nakuul Mehta. As Haal-E-Dil opened across cinema halls last Friday, Nakuul is ready to make his mark in Bollywood.
Bollywood Hungama brings you a chance to have a lighthearted conversation with Nakuul only on Bollywood Hungamaâs celeb chat on June 25 at 1500 hrs. IST Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 23 Jun 2008 | 6:05 pm
Vishakha Singhâs first performance in the film, Humsey Hai Jahaan has been appreciated well, inspite of the film not churning out crores at the B-O. This cute-simple-sober yet glamorous gal is all set to explore the glittering world of Bollywood with the films like Coffee Shop and Do Aur Do Punch, in her kitty.
Vishakha was in conversation with her fans on her latest film, Humsey Hain Jahaan but those who missed to catch her live have nothing to worry, as Bollywood Hungama brought you the excerpts of the conversation.
Vishakha Singh: Hi
Al: are you feeling nervous or excited?
Vishakha Singh: Hi all, no I am not nervous at all...excited definitely.
Al: why were you replaced in SRK's Chak De?
Vishakha Singh: al...I was never selected for Chak De...I was short listed for Chak De...may be Shimit Amin thought that Vidya suited the role better than me which is his prerogative.
Al: why were you replaced in SRK's Chak De?
Vishakha Singh: al...I was never selected for Chak De...I was short listed for Chak De...may be Shimit Amin thought that Vidya suited the role better than me which is his prerogative.
Al: Could you plz tell about yourself something?
Vishakha Singh: I was born and brought up in Abu Dhabi...did my BBA from Delhi and am now presently in Mumbai.
Al : have you always dreamt to be in Bollywood?
Vishakha Singh: I have not always dreamt of being in Bollywood but as a kid I was the Nautanki of the family and it took me a while to figure out that I wanted to act.
Sanjog: Hi Vishakha, how are you, plz tell us about ur movie?
Vishakha Singh: Sanjog.... Humsey Hai Jahan is a wacky comedy abt 2 strangers and a complete family entertainer.
Al: which are you fav moments from the movie?
Vishakha Singh: the first time I danced on the streets of Singapore ...getting tanned on the beaches of Singapore.
Sam: hi .. How u r doing!
Vishakha Singh: I am doing fine Sam.
Nanda: how does it feel to be a part of Bollywood?
Vishakha Singh: nanda, it feels great to be a part of Bollywood ...and I am getting to do all that my fav actresses have been doing.....its like one moment I was the audience and the other moment I was on screen
Nanda: Which is ur dream role?
Vishakha Singh: I am very greedy.... My dream roles would be something from Hema Malini's Sholay... Uma Thurman in Kill Bill... Rani Mukherjee in Black.
Nanda: Which is ur dream role?
Vishakha Singh: I am very greedy.... My dream roles would be something from Hema Malini's Sholay...Uma Thurman in Kill Bill....Rani Mukherjee in Black.
Nanda: do u have a filmy background?
Vishakha Singh: I am from, traditional Rajput family...hailing from U.P...no connections ....no Godfathers and no recommendations in Bollywood.
Himesh: I wish you all the best in the future
Vishakha Singh: thanks Himesh
Varyani: Hi Vish, Have u acted in TELEVISION?
Vishakha Singh : no Iâve not done television....but I was short listed for 9 Balaji serials....
Nanda: who is ur fav.actor?
Vishakha Singh: I am in love with Hrithik Roshan.
Nanda: what are ur hobbies?
Vishakha Singh: I love reading...writing...traveling...watching movies...dancing and cooking
Nanda: did u always wanna to be an actress?
Vishakha Singh: I was the cultural captain in my school. And was always participating in Dramatics and thoroughly enjoyed myself doing that...after college it just made sense to make a career out of something that I loved.
Varyani: vish, r u satisfied with the work, u have done in the Humsey Hai Jahaan?
Vishakha Singh: varyani,, as an actor I donât think I can ever be satisfied. I always feel there is scope for improvement
Leta: are you doing any other film right now?
Vishakha Singh : yes I am doing 2 more projects ....a movie called Coffee Shop with Sahara One and another called Do Aur Do Paanch..... both should release this year.
Javzz: Are u open to offers from new directors...like me...who have fantastic scripts but no big banners...what you say?
Vishakha Singh: yes I am open to new directors, new producers and especially fantastic scripts but at the same time we newcomers should remember that logistics also play an important role
Fenil Seta: How was it working with Mashhoor Amrohi and Jackie?
Vishakha Singh: working with Mashhoor was a roller-coaster ride literally... He works very fast and I think that because of him I have become very efficient. I was in awe of Jackie Shroff to be frank...love his bindaas attitude.
Varyani: best of luck in future u might be the lucky one!
Vishakha Singh: thanks you varyani
k: which kind of genre you are comfortable in?
Vishakha Singh: all genres....
Nanda: what makes u upset?
Vishakha Singh: people back biting me especially because I am a very nice person and donât believe in politics...Anything that hurts my family will upset me.
Nanda: what makes u upset?
Vishakha Singh: people back biting me especially because I am a very nice person and donât believe in politics...Anything that hurts my family will upset me.
Nanda: which is ur fav. hangouts in Mumbai?
Vishakha Singh: nanda...Barista at Bandstand
Nanda: who is ur inspiration?
Vishakha Singh: my dad is my inspiration...Heâs like the Phoenix risen from the ashes.
Nanda: who is your fav actor and with whom you would like to work with?
Vishakha Singh: I would love to work with Hrithik and all the Khans.... In fact more than actors I would like to work with good directors.
Nanda: what you think about Sarkar Raj?
Vishakha Singh: I havenât yet seen Sarkar Raj
Varyani: would like to see you more in future.
Vishakha Singh: then pray for me, varyani
Nanda: Are you dating anyone?
Vishakha Singh: well....I am a beautiful girl so what do you think Nanda....am I single or not.
Cute_Boi: what fascinates you in Bollywood?
Vishakha Singh: the biggest fascination abt Bollywood is you get to do something that you would never do in your real life...things like dancing on the streets...looking beautiful first thing in the morning
Cute_Boi: what fascinates you in Bollywood?
Vishakha Singh: the biggest fascination abt Bollywood is you get to do something that you would never do in your real life...things like dancing on the streets...looking beautiful first thing in the morning
Mohit: you look promising and good-looking in HHJ.
Vishakha Singh: I am cute but I can act too...go chk out my movie :)
Mitali: hi, which, are your favorite old times classics?
Vishakha Singh: Gone with the Wind tops the list, Singing in the Rain, Sholay, Chupke Chupke, all Shammi Kapoor flicks and Dev Anand classics
Mohit: hi, what you say about the flooding of new comers?
Vishakha Singh: Mohit...more newcomers means healthy competition and variety for the viewers.
Mohit: how are you?
Vishakha Singh: I am fine mohit...
Varyani: R u Harry Potter fan?
Vishakha Singh: I am the biggest fan of Harry Potter and I wish I could play Harry Potter.
Mohit: I think, you were not promoted well, whatâs ur take?
Vishakha Singh : I was clear from the very beginning that it was Mashhoor Amrohi's launch pad....however if you watch the film you will notice that I have been given a good amount of footage and a decent role for my first film
Cute_Boi: I like ur attitude
Vishakha Singh: thanks cute boi
Miths: How u keep urself fit?
Vishakha Singh: fitness is not just abt working out...its also about eating right, having good thoughts and performing good deeds...I do all of these :)
Varyani: Are u a part of Shaimak dance class?
Vishakha Singh: I had joined Shaimak's dance classes long back...currently I am learning dance from Ashley Lobo.
Mikit: do u like traditional outfit or western outfit?
Vishakha Singh: mikit, anything thatâs comfortable and is in accordance with the occasion is fine with me
Fenil Seta: Who do you think is better-Neil Mukesh or Ranbir?
Vishakha Singh: canât say ...Both Neil and Ranbir seem to be equally talented but I have a thing for the underdog so I guess I'd go for Neil.
Cute_Boi: do u watch Hollywood flicks?
Vishakha Singh: yes I do watch Hollywood flicks.
Mohit: what is your birthday?
Vishakha Singh: just remember my birthday is on the 5th Month...5th Day...5 o'clock in the morning
Mikit: which, action hero do u like most?
Vishakha Singh: there is only one action hero and thatâs Akshay Kumar.
Mikit: which, action hero do u like most?
Vishakha Singh: there is only one action hero and thatâs Akshay Kumar.
Varyani: which are ur fav destinations?
Vishakha Singh: Anywhere where my family comes along with me...I would love to go to Luxor and Alexandria in Egypt and probably even the Incan Trail.
Siddhartha: what made you choose to act in this film... How was the experience :)
Vishakha Singh : Hi Siddhartha...as a newcomer I donât have too much of an option to decide and choose my movies....I selected the best out of the lot that I was offered...More so because of the Kamal Amrohi banner being known to present and to be its leading ladies is a dignified.
Varyani: have u taken some tips frm actors?
Vishakha Singh: no I havenât taken any tips from actors but I do observe my seniors.
Maan: hi, do u follow any particular diet?
Vishakha Singh: no I donât follow any particular diet but I do avoid oily, fried food and have given up on non-veg food.
Sam: have u acted in a music video?
Vishakha Singh: I did a music-video with Kailash Kher
Vmaan: what you mean by Vishakha?
Vishakha Singh: Vishakha is another name of Goddess Parvati and it also means diversification.
Vmaan: what you mean by Vishakha?
Vishakha Singh: Vishakha is another name of Goddess Parvati and it also means diversification.
Maan: Are you comfortable in showing skin?
Vishakha Singh: I donât believe in titillation so wearing trendy clothes are fine with me but unnecessary skin show is an absolute no âno.
Maan: share some of ur childhood memories?
Vishakha Singh : maan....I remember my brother-sister fighting over me as a kid ....I remember being always pampered but not spoilt.....i remember my bro bashing up guys who tried to hit on me.
Varyani: what is your height?
Vishakha Singh: I am 5'4" without heels :)
Siddhartha: Do you prefer to act in Theatre sometime..
Vishakha Singh: yes I would love to do theatre sometime
Sanju: where do u see urself in future?
Vishakha Singh: for the next 5 years at least I see myself doing films.
yogi : do u like doing yoga?
Vishakha Singh: I do a lot of meditation and would love to take up yoga
Fenil Seta: If Yash Raj Films offer u a film, will you do it inspite of the fact that they have given so many flops recently.
Vishakha Singh: its not abt the biggest production house, its not abt the flops ....Its abt the script of the movie that should excite me.....dont forget Yash Raj has also given us Chak De India.
Varyani: what is imp in life acc to u?
Vishakha Singh: living it your way as long as you dont step on anybody's toes
Money: hi, your smile is cute.
Vishakha Singh: thanks money
Sanju: what you look before signing film?
Vishakha Singh: sanju, before signing a film I have now started looking at the banner's ability to release the film and the directors vision of the script.
Yogi: give five things you cannot live without.
Vishakha Singh: Yogi forget 5 things...its just my family that I cant live without.
Vishakha Singh: thanks Siddharth will surely take up your advice.
Siddharth: Vishakha if you really love to act in a theatre.. Please read Shakespeareâs Macbeth and Twelfth Night once.. it would definitely enhance your skills..
Varyani: do u have any sibling?
Vishakha Singh: yes I am the youngest in the family...I have an elder sister, a brother and me.
Varyani: how much u rate urself, acting wise and looking wise as well?
Vishakha Singh: looks wise 7 / 10 and acting wise I have the potential of 10/10.
Varyani: how much u rate urself, acting wise and looking wise as well?
Vishakha Singh: looks wise 7 / 10 and acting wise I have the potential of 10/10
Varyani: how u describe ur dream man?
Vishakha Singh: intelligent, and humorous.
Sam: what kind of roles, do u want to do?
Vishakha Singh: I would love to be challenged with various kinds of roles
Kiran: hi vishakha, any pranks were played on the set?
Vishakha Singh: yes...Mashhoor Amrohi may have been my director and co-actor but he is a real kid at heart. In a particular scene we were both supposed to jump from a height of 30 feet ....I told him I was scared of heights and he had a simple remedy....He just pushed me without any warning !!!
Vass: hello vishakha singh, who is most imp in ur life?
Vishakha Singh: my family, vass.
Siddhartha: which role of the yester yearâs actress you would prefer to play now?
Vishakha Singh: Meena kumari in Pakeeza
Siddhartha: which role of the yester yearâs actress you would prefer to play now?
Vishakha Singh: Meena kumari in Pakeeza
Sanju: Your hair looks good, how you maintain them?
Vishakha Singh: good genes completely....
Vass: hello, what is bad thing that you think about Bollywood?
Vishakha Singh: There is nothing wrong with Bollywood...its the way you look at it...you will find good and bad people in every walk of life
Kiran: who is ur fav actress in Bollywood?
Vishakha Singh: Rani Mukherjee, Kajol and Vidya Balan.
Vishakha Singh : it was a great experience chatting with all of you ....try and catch my film Humsey Hai Jahan....looking forward to your feedback. Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 23 Jun 2008 | 5:49 pm
It's always said that 'Truth is strange than fiction'. But there are times when fiction bows down its head before the truth! And encashing on such 'times' is Bollywood's very own hard-hitting filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar, whose closest-to-reality film, Traffic Signal was bestowed with the National Award! And to celebrate this occasion, came Bollywood's undisputed 'Shahenshah' Amitabh Bachchan, who did the honors of felicitating this powerhouse director!
Having started his career with a dud like Trishakti, Madhur hit the jackpot with Chandni Bar and continued the winning spree with films like Page 3 and Traffic Signal. Not just the Madhur-ites (a collective term for the die hard fans of his films), but the whole of Bolly-folks are waiting with bated breath for his fiction cum truth film, Fashion, that's rumored to be exposing the other side of the fashion world.
On a parting note, if Madhur continues to be riding the reality horse with the same uninterrupted pace, then, the day won't be far when Hollywood officials will showcase all his films in their exclusive libraries and name them 'LIFE'!
What say Madhur saaheb! Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 23 Jun 2008 | 5:34 pm
The whole world and its favourite television guide have been wondering why Ekta Kapoor allowed her favourite actress Prachi Desai to work opposite Farhan Akhtar in Rock On when she has been openly unresponsive and hostile to the idea of her other actors leaving her company to pursue the big screen. Now it can be told.
Rock On director Abhishek Kapoor better known as Gattu is Ekta's favourite cousin. And there's absolutely nothing she would refuse him. Ekta admits her fondness for Abhishek 'Gattu' Kapoor. "Yes, he's my favourite brother after Tusshar. Gattu is my dad's own sister's son. So we are very close. We don't meet that often any longer. We are both busy doing our own thing. When we were younger, we used to bond very regularly. We have been on holidays together, just Gattu and me. But he's my coolest Bhaiyya. And there's nothing I wouldn't do for him."
When Coolest Bhaiyya decided to cast Farhan Akhtar as the lead in Rock On he was on the look-out for a fresh face for the female lead. Gattu seemed to be running into stumbling blocks. "Gattu asked me about Prachi. And I immediately agreed," says Ekta.
And never mind if it meant Balaji losing its blue-eyed girl. Says Ekta, "Honestly, Prachi is like part of our family. My father, mother, and I have adopted her. But as a producer I tortured the hell out of her. I made her work harder than any of my actors just because I was so close to her. Prachi feels that was unfair. But I didn't want to be accused of favoritism. Now, she's moved on. I want Prachi to give films a sincere try. I've told her to keep away from television for 6-8 months and focus on films. God Forbid, if, it doesn't work out, we're there for her." Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 23 Jun 2008 | 5:09 pm
Lack of skilled talent and big-budget projects are the main roadblocks for the Indian animation industry to sustain its robust growth that has seen its revenue multiply manifold to $306 million, experts maintain. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Jun 2008 | 3:02 pm
A famous saying goes, 'Behind every successful man, is a woman.' The flip side of the saying can also be said, 'Behind every future superstar-son, is his cautious father'.
And what more could anyone ask for, when you have a father like Shekhar Suman, the man who didn't let his failure in Bollywood to be a deterrent in making it as the Undisputed King of Television. We are indeed talking about Adhyayan Suman, the guy who debuted with Haal-E-Dil and who will also be seen in Fast Forward and Raaz 2, to say the least.
And trust Bollywood Hungama to do the honors of giving you an opportunity to chat with Adhyayan Suman, personally on June 26 at 1500 hrs. IST. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 23 Jun 2008 | 1:26 pm
