Pahlaj Nihalani is a big name in the Hindi Film Industry. He has been a successful film producer and has worked with some big names in the industry like Sanjeev Kumar, Shatrughan Sinha, Hema Malini, Mithun Chakraborty, Shashi Kapoor, Govinda, Divya Bharti and the list is simply endless. Nihalani is also the president of Association of Motion Pictures and TV Program Producers (AMPTPP).
Pahlaj Nihalani completes his 25 years in Bollywood this year. His latest film Khushboo released last week. The film features two newcomers Rishi Rehan and Avantika. Bollywood Hungama gives you an opportunity to talk to the man who has seen it all and has the experience of working with the crème de la crème of Bollywood.
So, simply log on to the Celebrity Chat on Friday, June 27, at 1500 hrs IST. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Jun 2008 | 4:20 pm
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Continuing the tradition of showcasing the first look of their upcoming films with their latest release, Yash Raj Films would be unveiling the promo of Bachna Ae Haseeno with Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic. Releasing tomorrow i.e. 27th June, 2008, the Kunal Kohli directed film would be accompanied with a specially cut theatrical promo of Bachna Ae Haseeno which has director Siddharth Anand at the helm of affairs.
Confirms Siddharth, "I am looking forward to the audience's reaction once the first look of Bachna Ae Haseeno is unveiled. The film is a family entertainer."
Tell him that Vishal and Shekhar, the composer duo of the film, are quite confident about the film's musical score and he says, "By God's grace the songs have turned out excellent. They are beyond our expectations. Vishal-Shekhar did an excellent job in my first two films - Salaam Namaste and Ta Ra Rum Pum - and the bond continues with Bachna Ae Haseeno as well."
Produced by Aditya Chopra, Bachna Ae Haseeno stars Ranbir Kapoor in the lead. This would be his second film after an ill-fated Saawariya which released last Diwali. Though the film was a commercial failure, it overnight made a superstar out of Ranbir Kapoor. Incidentally, Ranbir's co-star in Bachna Ae Haseeno is his real life girlfriend Deepika Padukone whose Om Shanti Om had crushed Saawariya, as both the films had release on the same day.
The film boasts of a casting coup of sorts since it also features Bipasha Basu and Minissha Lamba. With as many as three gorgeous women in tow, Ranbir has enjoyed quite a handful in Bachna Ae Haseeno. Also, it would have only turned out to be the case of more-the-better had Katrina Kaif stayed on as yet another female lead in the film. Though she was signed for the film, she had to eventually exit since the makers found that her part was making the film too long.
Now all set to release on 15th August, the film is most important for a) Ranbir Kapoor - since he would be looking at wiping away Saawariya debacle, b) Deepika Padukone - since she would be looking at following up on the blockbuster success of Om Shanti Om and c) Siddharth Anand - since he would be looking at completing a hat trick of successful films with YRF after Salaam Namaste and Ta Ra Rum Pum. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Jun 2008 | 3:03 pm
If 'Forbes' can do it, then, why not Verve? We are indeed talking about the lifestyle magazine Verve's latest issue that has profiled the top female achievers of this year.
The best part of this list is that there are no rankings or ratings for the achievers. They are simply profiled. And true to the saying that there is no bigger business than showbiz, it is indeed Kareena Kapoor, the reigning queen of Bollywood, who features on the magazine cover. Showing no signs of slowing down when it comes to posing for covers, one surely must've lost the count of the number of magazines that she has posed for this year. Well, Kareena is one chic, for whom 'over-exposure' just does not hold any water.
The other achievers from the film industry include Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Preity Zinta, Katrina Kaif, Ekta Kapoor, Farah Khan, and Mira Nair.
Overall, this is a collector's issue and one should preserve itâ¦till the new list comes in! Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 26 Jun 2008 | 2:32 pm
The news is that, Dia Mirza helped give birth to a crocodile. Before the creative juices seep in your creative minds, let us clarify that giving 'birth' to crocodiles is a very easy task at the Sriracha Tiger Zoo in Bangkok, so easy that anyone can attempt it!
Dia Mirza visited the Sriracha Tiger Zoo during the croc egg-breaking festival during the IIFA weekend in Bangkok. An ecstatic Dia said that holding a baby crocodile in her palms was indeed a strange experience in itself as there were scores of crocodile eggs, most of them already cracked. Along with the caretaker, Dia had to get the baby crocodile out of the shell, cut the umbilical cord, and then bathe it in warm water!
But this process was not as easy as much as it sounds. Dia said that firstly the eggs were all sticky and full of goo. Then the baby croc that popped out was all smeared in blood! And when someone asked Dia if she would undergo the 'delivery process' once again, she quickly replied that helping in giving birth to one croc was more than enough for her.
One surely has heard of crocodile tears, but giving birth to a crocodile is a new thing and surely an unforgettable one. We are sure that Dia would agree! What say Dia! Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 26 Jun 2008 | 2:16 pm
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No matter how many films this slim, sexy and sultry beauty has been a part of, but Shilpa Shetty will always be remembered as the proud winner of the Celebrity Big Brother, at least in the U.K, and seconds after being crowned, her 'Life in a Metro' changed for good. From the lavish red carpet premiere of her film in the U.K to her perfume launch, she is now an international figure. Last seen with her boyfriend Raj Kundra in the U.K a couple of months ago at the Zee Cine Awards 2008, she is all set to return with The Unforgettable Tour on August 24 at the O2 Arena to do what she does best, dancing. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama's Devansh Patel, Shilpa sounds ecstatic about the London leg of the tour, why she thinks no one can match Big B's dance moves, her Big Brother days, how she maintains her perfect body, her newly formed production company and much more.
Looks like Big Brother has blessed you again. I mean, we will now be seeing you live at the O2 Arena on August 24. What's going through your mind right now?
(Laughs) Well, a whole lot of excitement and the opportunity to actually get to connect with the audiences in the U.K who've given me so much love. It's now my time to reciprocate that love back and show them that this is what I actually do for a living.
You're a guest performer in the London leg of the tour. Don't you feel left out on not being able to be with The Unforgettable Tour in Toronto, Los Angeles, Houston, Chicago and New York?
Not really because I have so much work on hand at the present moment. Yes, Wizcraft did ask me to be a part of the rest of the tour as well but I couldn't make that time. I am committed to finishing The Man which is my next release with Sunny Deol who is producing and directing it. So I decided that I could take out those couple of days and fit in the O2 Arena.
You all seem to be wearing the colour red to promote this tour which symbolises power. But what power are we going to see from you in your performances?
Dancing I think has always been my USP and whether people watch my films or not, I don't know. But they definitely watch my dancing (laughs). This is definitely going to be a performance to watch out for because Shiamak Davar and I are getting back together again. Whenever he choreographs something for me, he always makes it really special. The last time he did something for me was at the IIFA Yorkshire in the U.K last year. The IIFA performance was pretty unforgettable so this one will be a few notches higher.
This is definitely going to be a performance to watch out for because Shiamak Davar and I are getting back together again
So how different is to be rehearsing your steps you perform on the tour from what you perform while shooting a song for the film?
We normally try to keep it a little similar. But when we perform on stage most of the numbers are re-mixed. So that they become slightly more fast paced. I may not be necessarily performing on my numbers. It may be a Punjabi number which is very popular in the U.K. So there is a mix of everything. Of course, we only get one chance to give it our best on the stage whereas we can go on and on till we do not get our steps right if we are filming a song for the film. So there isn't really a big difference.
We've seen you shake a leg with Mr Amitabh Bachchan many years ago in a forgetful film titled Lal Badshah. Having said that, what's so really special about a 65 year old man dancing with a woman half his age?
(Laughs) I think when it comes to Amitji, nobody even considers his age. He is so charismatic and he has such power over his audience that they don't care for his age. I definitely for one don't. I have a tremendous amount of respect for him. He is a stalwart in Hindi cinema and just to get this opportunity to share the stage space with him is such a huge honour. We actors are meant to entertain the audience, so no one thinks of age as a primary concern.
Amitji is so charismatic and he has such power over his audience that they don't care for his age
Here's an entertaining question for you. The word 'figure' is synonymous with you Shilpa. I mean, you are the fittest actress around in the Indian Film Industry. How on earth do you maintain your body and have you figured out the sort of reception you will be getting at the O2 Arena?
(Laughs out loud) I love your question (laughs again). It is very well worded I must say. Thank you very much for the compliment. Well, I do work out and I'll be lying if I say that I don't work out. But I also eat a lot, contrary to what the people think and imagine. I do weight training and Yoga on a regular basis and that's what keeps me fit. And to answer your second question which was pun intended, I don't know what kind of reaction I'm going to get at the O2 Arena. I'm quite looking forward to it. I think it's going to be very good.
As London is the last city where the Unforgettable Tour wraps up, I'm sure you'll be a bit more relaxed in this historical city. Any busy plans after the Tour?
Shopping (laughs).
And where about?
I shop anywhere in London. I just love London because it's a great destination to shop. Anywhere from Oxford Street to Carnaby Street, I really enjoy it.
The only two celebrities you've worked with from the Tour are the two Bachchans - Abhishek and Amitabh. What was it like working with Riteish Deshmukh, Preity Zinta and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan for the first time?
All the names you've mentioned come from the same fraternity. So we know each other pretty well. It's not like we are alien to each other. We know each other and I've interacted with all of them in the past. So it's just going to be great fun to be performing with them for the first time on stage. It goes beyond becoming a job because this is one of those shows which is like a picnic for all of us actors. I'm sure we are going to have a blast.
We all know that when it comes to choreography, Shiamak Davar is the king. Any unforgettable moments you can recall from your rehearsals so far?
Well, I haven't started rehearsing. Please don't tell anybody (laughs) because I am shooting for Sunny Deols home production titled The Man. I am going to start rehearsals in a couple of days. In fact, I am going off to Goa and have told them to send me an assistant who can teach me the steps.
Is it true in saying that just because you won the Celebrity Big Brother, you are more attached towards the U.K?
I definitely got more attached to the U.K after the Celebrity Big Brother. It's not wrong when people say that. I have travelled to different parts of the world but the warmth I receive in the U.K is just something else. I can't put it in words. Like I said before, I am who I am in the U.K because of the people and it's them who wanted me to win the show. I completely appreciate that. There are very few actors who go to different countries and are recognised there as well. I am blessed from that front. It's not only the Indians who recognise me in the U.K. It's the natives and the main stream people too.
It's not only the Indians who recognise me in the U.K. It's the natives and the main stream people too
Can you brief us who has designed your outfits for The Unforgettable Tour?
Manish Malhotra is designing my costumes for the show. I am really excited. He is a fabulous designer. We are in the process of designing them because there is a certain look that we have to maintain. It's an amalgam of both our thoughts and ideas. Manish is someone whose sensibilities I trust as well. If he thinks that a certain colour will look better on me and if I am not convinced with it then I still will trust him. In short, it's a good working relationship.
Besides being a bit busy with the Tour, what else is keeping you busy in your life in a metro?
As I said that I am filming for The Man right now and have just finished shooting a song for Karan Johar's next film Dostana and after that I start my home production in November under S2 Global Productions. I am busy with that too. We are currently in the process of scripting. Once I announce the film, maybe you guys will get to know what the film is called. We haven't yet zeroed on the name of the film.
Any parting message for all your fans who are desperate to see you perform live at the O2 Arena in London?
I just want to say that I am really looking forward to come to the U.K with The Unforgettable Tour. I can vouch for one thing - It will be unforgettable.
We can't let you go like this Shilpa. I mean, you have to let us know the songs you are going to perform on the Tour.
I can only tell you that I am going to perform on this rocking Punjabi number. I am not allowed to divulge too many details.
Don't you think Wizcraft should organise more of such World Tours and concerts every year or two just like what they do when it comes to IIFA Awards?
I think that Wizcraft is pretty sorted on that front. They are so used to doing shows in India and world wide that if they can take a contingent of hundreds of celebrities every year to a different destination and put up with all their tantrums (laughs), then I'm sure this Unforgettable Tour is like a cakewalk for them.
I don't know whether you are aware of this or not. Big Brother 2008 has just started couple of weeks ago. Would you like to give one last message for all the participants who are in the house waiting to be celebrities when they come out?
I had a great time being in there. Yes, there were some tears yet a lot of happiness too and I wish them all the best of luck. I am really not watching the series, so have no idea what's happening inside the house. Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:55 pm
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Audiences are no longer queuing up for movies from the Yash Raj Films banner. Its last film 'Tashan' sank without a trace and advance booking for the Rani Mukerji-Saif Ali Khan starrer 'Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic' that releases Friday is slow. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:30 pm
Actors Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have donated $1 million for educational aid to children impacted by the Iraq war in that country and in the United States, a charitable organization said on Wednesday. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:11 pm
Like it or not, Saif and Kareena the real life couple are all set to play reel life couple once again. The love birds who just don`t seem to get enough of each other have caught the attention of Rensil D`Silva, the much acclaimed writer of `Rang De Basanti`, who has zeroed in upon this hot B-Town couple for his next film to be produced by Karan Johar. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:11 pm
The DreamWorks studio on Wednesday said it has acquired movie rights to the book, Internet and card game series "The 39 Clues," with Steven Spielberg looking to direct a film version. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:11 pm
Los Angeles, June 26: Naomi Campbell has been dropped from appearing at Nelson Mandela`s 90th birthday concert over her air rage conviction. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:11 pm
Ranbir Kapoor has caught ace-director Shekhar Kapur`s fancy and the new Bollywood hottie has been offered a role in the latter`s 20-year old project `Time Machine`, which was to star Aamir Khan. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:11 pm
Stepping beyond his punching zone on silver screen, model-turned-actor John Abraham has taken up the cause of animals and birds protection. Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:11 pm
An apex trade union body, the Indian Film Employees Confederation (IFEC), has decided to form an ad-hoc committee and conduct fresh elections to a Malayalam film industry association, which split into two early this month, plunging Kerala's film industry into crisis. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 pm
Twinke Khanna made a sudden entry on the finale day of the IIFA 2008 event. Was it to check on her husband since Katrina and Akshay were performing together and there was no sign of Salman around? She clung to Akshay throughout and made sure he never left her side ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 11:39 am
Audithya will be playing the role of a Race driver with a red face in the film Rakthaksha to be produced under the banner of SVR Movies and directed by his father SV Rajendra Singh Babu. The film had a grand launch on Monday in the presence of many young ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 11:38 am
Looks like Sonam Kapoor has found her new love in Kunal Kapoor. This Bollywood Kapoor Jodi is nowadays often scene roaming around coffee shops, malls, etc with hand in hand. Looking at the recent happenings in both the stars life they really could heal each others broken heart. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 11:30 am
Singer Actress Vasundhara Das was the star attraction in the press meet of the film Sacha directed by Raju. Vikki is being introduced in this film while one film actress Deepu is the heroine of this film. Parameshwar Hegde, the music teacher of Vasundhara Das is the music director of ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 11:27 am
He has been one of the leading actors of this industry for the last 2 decades. From his first film QSQT to his most recent film Taare Zameen Par, his performances have always left everyone spellbound. He even has had a successful stint as a producer having produced the Academy ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 11:05 am
Actress Simran is going to play more than 10 different roles in her forthcoming tele-serial titled as Navavelli. Produced by Pyramid Saimira, the serial will be telecasted in Jaya TV from June 30, Monday. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 10:47 am
Washington (ANI): English actress Sienna Miller has revealed that she doesn't find filming lesbian love scenes daunting. Miller said that she was happy to share intimate scenes with co-star Keira Knightley in the movie The Edge Of Love, as she was not afraid of filming lesbian clinches. Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 10:37 am
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Washington (ANI): Hollywood star couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have donated 1 million dollars to help children affected by the Iraq war. The Jolie-Pitt Foundation has given 500,000 dollars to three groups in the war-torn country which will provide aid for some 5,700 children, said the Education Partnership for Children ... Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 26 Jun 2008 | 10:12 am
Ira Dubey, Lilette Dubey's younger daughter, is all set to make her debut in Rohan Sippy's The President Is Coming.
Welcome to the Beti Foundation. Lilette Dubey joins Babita and Tanuja as the mother of two acting-oriented daughters. After Neha Dubey who was seen as a battered wife with her mother Lilette in Pritish Nandy Communications' Bow Barracks Forever, it's Lilette's second daughter who's making her quiet movie debut.
The proud mother can't stop beaming. "After Neha, it's my younger daughter Ira who's making her screen debut in Rohan Sippy's The President Is Coming. She played the lead in a play Wedding Album written by Girish Karnad which opened on 10 May. Ira is just 21, and she still has a long way to go before making up her mind about a career in films," says Lilette sounding like Hema Malini when she speaks on her undecided younger daughter Ahana's future.
"Neha is currently doing her Masters in the US. Though we're constantly in touch, I miss her like hell. As for Ira, she did her graduation from Yale University in the USâ¦she majored in theatre studies. Ira has been acting on stage from the age of 4. She has done many plays in the university in the US as well as with me and other directors in Mumbai. Rohan Sippy's film is her first feature." Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Jun 2008 | 10:06 am
Father's death changed my perspective on life: Karan Johar Press Trust of India - 3 hours ago New Delhi, Jun 26 (PTI) On the fourth anniversary of legendary Bollywood producer Yash Johar his son Karan reveals how his father's death played a big role in transforming his perspective on life and relationships.
Just yesterday there was a news break about composer/singer Raghav Sachar debuting as a hero with Nikhil Panchammiya produced Tum Milo Toh Sahi. Though the young boy's name was being taken in the same vein as other debutants like Harman Baweja, Imran Khan and Nakuul Mehta, the fact is that this is far from true. While the youngster would be facing the camera for the big screen for the first time, it would only be for a guest appearance rather than a full fledged hero role.
Says a source attached to the film, "Raghav was even offered Haal-e-Dil but he refused since he didn't find the role meaty enough. For Tum Milo Toh Sahi he has given a go ahead but the fact is that yet again it is not for the main lead part. He has a guest appearance in the film and that's about it."
Announcement of Raghav Sachar in the film's cast lead to murmurs that Rehan Khan, the youngest lead in the film which stars seniors like Nana Patekar and Sunil Shetty, may have been shown the door to accommodate the composer/singer. How far is that true?
"The film's shooting has been on for close to a month and I am talking to you while getting ready for the next shot. I guess that's all I can say and I don't wish to comment on anything more than this. You may better speak to my producer Nikhil Panchammiya", answered Rehan when questioned about his status in the film.
On contacted, Nikhil Panchammiya, producer of Tum Milo Toh Sahi was more forthcoming about the film's cast and their standing, "My film has six main leads - Nana Patekar, Dimple Kapadia, Sunil Shetty, Vidya Malvade, Rehan Khan and Anjana Sukhani. Yes, Raghav does make his debut in the film but in a guest appearance. He plays himself in the film."
But why is it being widely proclaimed that the film is a 'hero launch pad' for him? "I guess the article which stated so was misleading", clarifies Panchammiya who in the past has produced films like Anthony Kaun Hai? and Dil Maange More, "Sometimes you say something but it is interpreted differently. It's not true that Raghav sees any main lead launch per se with Tum Milo Toh Sahi. Yes, he is a part of a love triangle of sorts that involves Rehan and Anjana but that's about it."
Directed by Kabir Sadanand who had made his debut as a director with Popcorn Khao Mast Ho Jaayo 4 years back, Tum Milo To Sahi is looking at a November release this year. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Jun 2008 | 9:14 am
Sensing the growing inability of Bollywood filmmakers to shoot within Mumbai city, director-Sanjay Gupta has devised a dream plan to build a massive studio complex in Karjat, outside Mumbai. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 9:00 am
Actress Lilette Dubey's younger daughter Ira is set to make her big screen debut in Rohan Sippy's 'The President Is Coming'. The proud mother can't stop beaming. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 8:30 am
Kannada filmmaker Gurudatt brings together Sudeep and Ramya, the hit pair of 'Mussanje Maathu', in his next film. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 8:00 am
Television channel ETV Oriya, owned by the Hyderabad-based Ushodaya Enterprises Ltd, has launched a month-long special audio visual series on Hindu deity Lord Jagannath and a chariot festival featuring him and his siblings, the company said Thursday. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 7:30 am
Everybody has been wondering why Ekta Kapoor allowed her favourite actress Prachi Desai to work opposite Farhan Akhtar in 'Rock On' when she has been openly opposed to the idea of others leaving her to pursue the big screen. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 5:01 am
Bollywood beauty Shilpa Shetty, who's also turned producer now, has signed on filmmaker Manish Jha of 'Matrubhoomi' fame to direct her first home production that will go on the floor in November. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 3:31 am
Film: 'Love Story 2050'; Music Composer: Anu Malik; Lyricist: Javed Akhtar; Singers: Shaan, KK, Alka Yagnik, Alisha Chinoy and Kunal Ganjawala; Ratings: **1/2 Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 3:31 am
Actress Diya Mirza, known for her prim and proper image in films, is currently enjoying being bad in Suparn Verma's 'Acid Factory'. Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Jun 2008 | 3:30 am
Shahid Kapoor is now coming to steal your heart in a new look in his forthcoming movie KISMAT KONNECTION by TIPS. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
A R Rahman was the chief guest at the launch of movie ADA... A WAY OF LIFE held at PVR, Juhu, Mumbai. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
As each year passes this hunk is getting manlier and his features are getting more sharp and sexy. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
Well this guy is known for being shy and soft-spoken. But indeed Aamir Ali can get very generous too. We learnt, after his recent return from the Bangkok trip with Sanjeeda Sheikh, Aamir got back tee shirts for all the cast and crew of his show Kya Dill Main Hain. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
That Akshay Kumar is a self-confessed fitness freak is a fact well known. All close to him in the industry vouch for the dedication of this self-made star and also credit his latest chiseled physique to Jenna, Akshays trainer. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
B4U Movies has lived up to its promise of providing viewers the very best in Bollywood films as the UK’S FAVOURITE MOVIE CHANNEL. The channel announced that it has acquired released as well as unreleased movies from THE INDIAN FILM COMPANY (TIFC) for its worldwide audience. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
The Acid Factory event began with a press conference that announced White Feather Films association with Mahindra & Mahindras entertainment arm, Mumbai Mantra. This was followed by a fashion show in the evening featuring the stars from the film – Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
Now if only promotion could guarantee a films success! HAAL E DIL had so many factors running in its favor - a fresh star cast that looked promising, alluring visuals, hit music, a producer/father who shelled out crores to ensure a great launch for the film! However, there was trouble in paradise. And that was the last set of promos which came on air. Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 26 Jun 2008 | 12:00 am
In Bollywood, where the frame of fame and fortune changes with every Friday, there are very few who can actually live upto their name! Dia Mirza is definitely one of them! After having set afire many films with her powerful performances, she is all set to blaze the screen once again with her forthcoming flick Acid Factory. Dia will be seen in a glam-chic avatar in the film.
The credit goes to none other than Nikhil Mehra, of the famous Nikhil-Shantanu duo, who, at the behest of a brief given by Sanjay Gupta, has given Dia a very structured, sexy and an action-oriented look. Of all her outfits in the film, we strongly feel that the highlight should be her flaming red dress, which simply stuns the onlooker at the mere sight!
As for Nikhil, he, today, is a man who is far more just satisfied as he says that Dia simply loves these dresses and that she has been working like dog to do full justice to the outfits. On his own admission, Nikhil says that Dia looks hotter than ever before in Acid Factory!
And a little peek-a-boo on the red outfit 'reveals' that it's a gown with a slit showing off her legs and a gun-thigh strap; something which is slightly inspired by Sin City. There's also another look where she wears a well-fitting jackets while the dress has a provocative neckline.
Well, looking at this hot Bollywood actress, all we can say is 'Dia's attire will surely have the whole country afire!'
What say? Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 25 Jun 2008 | 5:10 pm
At the recently held IIFA awards in Bangkok, the crowd was in splits and it was because of two of the funniest men in Bollywood. Yes Ladies and Gentlemen, we are talking about Riteish Deshmukh and Boman Irani.
The two actors were hosting the show and did some really hilarious spoofs on some of the latest popular Bollywood films. While their Sarkar act was a complete riot with Riteish dressed as Big B and Boman as AB Jr., even their spoof on Jodhaa Akbar had a lot of people rolling with laughter. To add on, their humorous take on Saif Ali Khan and Shahid Kapoor even had Kareena Kapoor guffawing in her seat.
But one person who didn't seem to be pleased with their funny antics was Madame Katrina Kaif. We wonder if its only Sallu's 10 Ka Dum funny antics that make Kat smile. Nevertheless Bollywood's biggest names didn't mind being made fun of, all in good humor. Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 25 Jun 2008 | 4:42 pm
After playing an angel in Strings' new video 'Koi Aanay Wala Hai', Bollywood hunk John Abraham would now once again be seen in the same get up for a new ad for petaDishoom, the youth arm of PETA (People for Ethical Treatment of Animals).
John, who has always been closely associated with PETA, would be seen wearing huge angel wings standing next to the tagline 'Be an Angel for Birds: Don't Cage them'. The ad is a still shot taken from the Koi Aanay Wala Hai video. Although the ad is titled âBe an Angel for Birds', petaDishoom wants fans to come up with their original titles. Winners stand a chance to win for themselves autographed CDs of Strings' new album.
Speaking on their association with this noble cause, Faisal. the lead singer of Strings. said "The eco-system of birds is important in preserving the biodiversity of planet Earth and they have as much a right to live as we do" The duo also spoke out against the illegal trafficking of wild animals and animal parts. âThe trade of banned animal products is as much due to myth as it is due to ignorance", says Bilal (guitarist and composer of Strings)
On a closing note, Simran Kodesia of PETA said, "When John Abraham speaks up for animals, young people across India listen. His close association with PETA means that the message of compassion for birds and all other animals will reach more people than ever before"
We don't disagree on that either. Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Jun 2008 | 3:53 pm
We all know the hype surrounding the Bachchan's is as always colossal. And if you thought that after their bare footed walk to the Siddhivinayak, their IIFA Bangkok premiere of Sarkar Raj and their grand Yatra Tour across India, the Bachchans would need that desperate break....think again! Because this time around, they are not alone. Bollywood Hungama's Devansh Patel finds out the hype and the excitement surrounding the Unforgettable Tour in London and has a quick five minute chat with dimpled beauty Preity Zinta who is a part of this world wide extravaganza.
The O2 Arena is like a place from another planet when you first see it! This is a huge entertainment district which includes an indoor arena, a music club, cinema, exhibition space, bars and restaurants. All inside the former huge dome-shaped Millenium Dome, O2 Arena, popularly known as the 'Dome's Canopy' was designed for all kinds of different events and one such event is going to take place in this arena on August 24 when the 'Unforgettable Tour' unleashes its magic for all the Bollywood lovers in and around the U.K. Britain is the heart and soul of live music and what better world class facility is Bollywood going to get than to perform in Europe's finest music venue. The £758m Dome was built as a Millennium project and opened in 2000 and has witnessed some of music industries finest talents from across the globe like Bon Jovi, Elton John, Take That, Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Kylie Minogue, Rolling Stones, etc. The names keep on rolling... what will make the world of difference when it comes to concerts at the O2 is 'The Unforgettable Tour 2008' which boasts of a star studded line up including the dancing diva of Bollywood, Madhuri Dixit, the sweet and chirpy Preity Zinta, the lovable Riteish Deshmukh, the musical duo Vishal & Shekhar, the ultra slim & sexy Shilpa Shetty, the new Kinng of Bollywood Akshay Kumar and for the first time on an international concert together comes the power of three - The Bachchan Trio, Amitabh, Abhishek and Aishwarya. Phew! Can't get bigger than this!
With perfect sight-lines from every angle, crystal clear acoustics, obscenely comfy seating, wide concourses between aisles and a huge variety of snack and drink options to enjoy throughout the show, the O2 Arena is also fitted with - believe it or not - 548 toilets to avoid the excruciatingly painful and frustrating half an hour queue for the loo. Now that's a.....relief!!! From London, let's now move to Mumbai where all our Bollywood stars are busy rehearsing for their grand tour which flags off on July 18 in Toronto and ends in London on August 24. As you can already see the line up, it will not be surprising to see all your favourite celebs performing dance numbers to the tunes of Jhoom Barabar Jhoom, Dhoom and Dhoom 2, Bluffmaster, Guru and not to forget, the 'Kajra Re' track with all the three Bachchans. Though it will be exciting to see the Big B perform on some of his evergreen songs from his 1980's films. I can start feeling the excitement of the crazy and the ever so loyal Bollywood fans.
Whether it is the famous Wembley Arena or the O2 Arena, one thing is certain, it will only take seconds to fill it up. And while most of you must be impatiently waiting to see your favourite stars in action, here's something for you to cherish about in the mean time. Last weekend, I caught up with actress Preity Zinta who gave away very little in terms of what's going to be their game plan for 'The Unforgettable Tour'. Though she did mention what made this particular tour better than the rest of the world wide tours she has been a part of. "The fact that there is a completely new star cast who have never been on the world concert before, that's one of the USP's. Different people from different countries are going to get a different taste of 'The Unforgettable Tour'. Canada will have Akshay Kumar as a guest performer, Madhuri Dixit is going to tour America with us and Shilpa Shetty as we all know is a U.K favourite. Plus all the choreography is done by Shiamak Davar who will also be performing. He is of par excellence in choreography. There are lot more surprises installed. You'll just have to wait and watch", revealed the zealous Zinta.
Preity will also be performing with Abhishek Bachchan on the title track of 'Jhoom Barabar Jhoom' and a romantic number from the same film which goes 'Bol Na Halke Halke'. So on asking her whether I got the tracks right, she laughs and replies, "I am sorry but we are not allowed to disclose out on which numbers we are going to perform and if your guess is as good as mine, you're lucky. Yes, you can predict the songs seeing my pairing with Abhishek. But that's it. There's lot more to look out for". Looking at the home page of 'The Unforgettable Tour' website, the thing which catches your eye are the exclusive red coloured outfits which the stars have put on, symbolising glitz and glamour. So who have designed these outfits? "Well, many of the outfits are designed by Manish Malhotra and there are other designers too on board." With only three weeks to go before this mega tour kicks off, Zinta sounds elated. "Lot of preparation is going on for the tour as of now. We all are very excited and are rehearsing for three to four hours a day. New things are coming up everyday and so is the entry of guest stars", revealed Preity.
The versatile actress has in the past been a part of a world tour couple of years ago called the 'Temptations Tour' with Shah Rukh Khan. Be it on the cricket field, big screen or on the stage, this dimpled beauty has impressed on and all, but I still have my sixth sense telling me that the Unforgettable Tour is hiding something quite dark in it's promotions and will pull the rabbit out of the hat only at the right time. What you are seeing is not what you may get. "I think whatever you get is going to be more than what you expect. I can promise you that. There is going to be a lot of everything in this show. I don't want to talk much about it because it's better you all watch it live", said the talented actress. She further adds, "This is going to be the biggest world tour coming out of the Indian Film Industry and all credit goes to Wizcraft in the way they've put the show up. Not to forget, we too have done our part to push it to another level (laughs).â
'The Unforgettable Tour' also has it's coincidences. The first world tour in which Preity Zinta was a part of had Aishwarya Rai. And this one reunites them. "I have seen all the three Bachchans perform before and I see them all the time as they are my friends but what's good is that the fans haven't seen them together on stage and it's going to be a one off experience for them", Preity told me. Having done about three hundred interviews on the weekend before she spoke to me, Zinta sounded a bit jaded and tired. So before she calls it a day, I fired a couple of last questions to her. I asked her to explain me why she wasn't seen much in the U.K over the past couple of years and was she excited to be coming and performing at the O2 Arena for the first time where famous international celebs have given live performances. She replied, "I was there in Yorkshire IIFA's last year. It's always a pleasure to come to London to perform. Usually, I've been to Wembley quite a few times but this is going to be an even bigger and a better experience. Londoners have also been very vocal about how they feel and it's always a place where you get maximum people screaming and shouting and going nuts. I am looking forward to it." So whether you're lucky to get your hands on the tickets or not, one thing is sure - Bollywood Hungama will try and make sure to keep you updated with all the latest interviews from the star performers and much more. Watch this space! And before Preity Zinta says good bye, a piece of advice from her. "We are coming and I want everyone to be there. I promise we won't let you down because we are going to put up one hell of a great show. So be there". Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 25 Jun 2008 | 3:15 pm
This is a famous story about a carefree and a Mast guy, for whom life meant Hungama and Masti. One day the CID arrested this guy from a Footpath. His only Kasoor was his Awwal Number type Muskaan, looking at which girls simply went Nishabd and just couldn't Shukriyaa him enough! But Insaaniyat prevailed and this guy was let go Shaadi Se Pehle. One simply wonders Kya Yehi Pyaar Hai???
We know that the surfers of Bollywood Hungama are smart enough (by now) to know as to who the guy in the above story is, looking at whom your heart and mind goesâ¦De Taali! Yes indeed, we are talking about the most 'Affy-able' guy of Bollywoodâ¦Aftab Shivdasani, one of the very few child artists to have made it big as a grown up! Today is the day when the earth residents were gifted with the boy with the most infectious smile. In other words, today is his Birthday!!!
We are very sure of the fact that even without reading further and wasting no time, all of you will immediately put their fingers to work and post your wishes below: Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Jun 2008 | 12:35 pm
