"I never really saw myself as an actor" - Imran Khan

He is definitely not muscular and popular as yet. But he for sure is a spectacular bachelor. I'm talking about the newest entrant in Hindi cinema, Imran Khan. On meeting this shy guy in London last weekend, while promoting his debut film Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na, he came across as a person who has no airs of being Aamir Khan's nephew. A true lover who has no qualms in talking about his relationship with Avantika, a bit of a pessimist who thinks that he has not done justice to his role in Jaane Tu, his fascination with the pubs in London and why is he not looking forward for the lavish premiere of his debut film. In this special interview, Bollywood Hungama's Devansh Patel brings to you some not known startling revelations about Imran, Jaane Tu… and much more. I know it's too early to ask you this question but looks like the Khan brigade isn't stopping to dominate. Where do you see yourself after the release of Jaane Tu? I honestly have no idea. You know, as you said that I am not muscular and popular. These are part of the reasons why I never really saw myself as an actor. All this is so different for me. And even the film that we've made is pretty different from that. It's the people who will decide my future after the release of Jaane Tu. My future is out there. I never really saw myself as an actor It's strange where your career can take you. You've studied direction but we now see you as an actor. Why don't you pursue what you've actually studied? One word answer to that is, Abbas Tyrewala. It is just that simple. I wanted to be a director. I've studied in L.A. And worked there for a while. I came back to Mumbai and was meeting people to find work. And throughout all this, I met Abbas. We just really clicked from day one. I loved the script and my character and he was so convinced that I was the right guy for it that I went with it. Abbas just shifted me away from direction but that is not to say that I won't go back to direction. It's on the cards but just don't know when. All the video interviews you've done have shown that you've been brought up in shadows of your mamu, Aamir Khan, but in films you need to break away from that shadow. You're absolutely right. Having said that, I haven't' shot a single interview with Aamir (laughs). Of course, you have to create your own identity and that is happening in the film as it is. Aamir has no presence in the film and ultimately if people like the film, they will hopefully like me. Aamir has no presence in the film and ultimately if people like the film, they will hopefully like me You've thanked your girlfriend Avantika and have felt no harm in disclosing your relationship to the media. But was that necessary? I feel it was necessary at a personal level. To me, when there is someone who is a major part of your life, to hide that, personally, it is a dishonest thing to do. Secondly, it is very disrespectful. When I've been seeing her for the past six years and then to pretend for the sake of my career that she is not my girlfriend is a very impolite thing to do to a woman. When I've been seeing her for the past six years and then to pretend for the sake of my career that she is not my girlfriend is a very impolite thing to do to a woman. We've seen your childhood pictures now where Aamir combs your hair and you're sitting on his lap and many more. Are you at all worried of letting your mamu down? No, I am not. It's not that he has certain expectations from me. He just believes that you have to find your own way. He made his own destiny and I have to do the same, not for anyone else, but for me. He's there to support me as my uncle and will always wish the best for me. But somehow down the line I know that I want to keep his head up and mine through Jaane Tu. Tomorrow if nothing works out for me, he is not going to feel let down. We've also seen you mention in a light hearted way that Aamir used to use you to impress girls. Do you think he can still do it, now that now you are a handsome hunk? Not a chance. He doesn't have hope now. There have been quite a few college capers in the past, which haven't clicked at the box office in the U.K but have worked well in India. What are Jaane Tu's chances in both the markets? We haven't made Jaane Tu primarily for the Indian market and nor have we made the film for the overseas market. The aim is to make a film that people will like generally and when I say generally, I just don't mean the Hindi film audience. Ideally, the film should appeal to anyone because it speaks about universal emotions. It speaks about the time when you're young, you're in college, and you think that if this girl doesn't like me, my world is over. That's a universal thing. And again, once you graduate and get a bit older and a little more mature, you realize that it wasn't such a big deal. You get over it. That again is universal. Ideally, the film should appeal to anyone because it speaks about universal emotions Every Aamir Khan film coming out since Lagaan has given a meaningful message. Will Jaane Tu continue along the same level? No, not at all. Aamir has said so in as many words that not every film has to have a message. Some of them do and it's always great. But a lot of films are just entertaining films. They just tell you a nice story and that's really what Jaane Tu is all about. There is no social message to it. Jaane Tu has no social message to it. The media has spoken a lot about you, Abbas, Aamir, and A.R. Rahman. But no one seems to see the other four college goers on the posters. They haven't got due credit I guess. That is really the nature of publicity. Sadly, my name will carry a lot more weight despite my having as much experience as the rest of them. They are all first timers and people are just more interested in hearing about me. It's good you have pointed this thing out. But I do feel that once people see the film, they'll realize how talented the rest of them are. Abbas put a lot of care, thought and effort into casting every single one of these actors. Their characters at a screenplay level are very well edged. They are not caricatures or junior artists. Did Abbas do anything different with you guys in terms of preparation for your individual roles? You guessed it right man! Abbas took all six of us plus Manju, who is not in the poster, to Panchgani and we spent about a week or ten days there doing workshops. He put the boys in one room and the girls in a separate room. He told us to live together and learn to deal with one another and wanted us to come out eventually as a team. We did scene breakdowns, team-building exercises and came out of it as one unit. We were like a team, which works perfectly, and the chemistry was just remarkable. Abbas took all six of us plus Manju, to Panchgani and we spent about a week or ten days there doing workshops. He told us to live together and learn to deal with one another and wanted us to come out eventually as a team. It's not only a debut for you in Jaane Tu but a debut for you in London too. Have you been to London before? Anything you like about London. Anywhere you go for your shopping. London has always been kind of in transit for me. I spend a day or two every time I come here. Even today as we talk, I'm flying to Dubai for the next leg of promotions world wide. I've never spent enough time here to know the places properly or go to the places where people usually go. But the one thing that attracts me to London is its Beer. I do love the British Pubs. I love its ambience. I am not a nightclub person but I love pubs and bars. They are really chilled out, comfortable and more sociable. Genelia is the most experienced of the lot. Any advice or tips you got from her as a senior? No. Our working styles are very different. Genelia tends to approach things a lot more spontaneously. She doesn't really put that much thought into it but I do. She would learn her lines and she would do the scene as it came naturally. I'd tend to figure out things like how I'm going to sit, then get up, then take two steps back, etc. But that's what I learnt from Genelia by observing her act, by observing her moves on the sets. Genelia tends to approach things a lot more spontaneously. What's next in the pipeline? I've finished my second film which is called Kidnap directed by Sanjay Gadhvi. It's a suspense thriller and I'm playing a grey character. I hate saying grey character because it's so over used. It's now in the editing process and postproduction. And the film is releasing on October 2. My third film, which I have just started, is called Luck directed by Soham. The one who made Kaal. It's an action adventure type of a film, which stars Shruti Hassan, Mithun Chakraborty, Danny Denzongpa and Sanjay Dutt. Has Aamir, your mamu, ever approached you for a role in any of his forthcoming productions? We all know that he likes working with new comers who've got bundle of talent. He does really look at it from a script point of view. So he'll look at what film he's producing at that time and think that if Imran fits the role well, I'll first have to audition for it. He will not think of taking me for any film just because I am his nephew. Let's talk about the big premiere night everyone is talking about. Looking forward for the biggest day of your life? I am not looking forward to it at all. Premieres are scary things. I've got my suit made which I'll have to wear for the premiere. I mean, I've never in my life put on a suit. My stylist is Harmeet. I don't go for any designer brands. I did try it on. Looks good but I can't move after wearing it. I am a more jeans and a t-shirt kind of a guy. So I am a little apprehensive about spending the entire evening like that. I've never in my life put on a suit, so I am a little apprehensive about spending the entire evening like that. Is Shammi Kapoor saab also attending the premiere? No, I don't think so. He is not very well. We did ask him but he said that he would not be able to make it. We will be organizing a special screening for him somewhere near his house because he lives in South Mumbai and the premiere is a two hour journey from his house and we wouldn't make him come a long way for that. Is there anything you'd want to share with us as you're in London for the first time for your first film as an actor? Yes. I just recalled that the tie, which I'm wearing in the song 'Pappu Can't Dance Saala', was purchased from London. It's a zip tie and that's what I am wearing. Infact, if you see one of my pictures in the promotions and in the small booklet inserted in the CD cover, I'm seen wearing a white shirt with a yellow striped tie. You know what? That is the same tie, which Aamir mamu wears as a Model college student in the film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander. It was his tie but I have now taken it. Even the crew cut blue t-shirt I wear in the posters including the belt and the jeans are mine. They're my personal outfits, and so are the canvas shoes in the film I wear. Many of the outfits in the film are my own because Abbas didn't want any branded Dolce and Gabbana kind of outfits. The tie, which I'm wearing in the song 'Pappu can't dance saala', is the same tie, which Aamir mamu wears as a Model college student in the film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander. Any regrets after doing the film. Anything you'd change in your performance now that you see yourself on the television? As a personality, I tend not to like any of the work I do. I still don't. I don't like the work I've done in the film. When I see it, I see it for the small mistakes I've made which should have been avoided. But that's my take. It's up to Abbas and Aamir to judge me at the end of the day. I'm never really going to be happy. Being your debut film, it seems as if you're not at all excited about it? Yes, you are right. I'm not excited at all. But that's for another reason. It's just because I'm kind of numb on this whole front. It's not that the film is bad. I do think that it's a good film. So let the film release and we'll see what excitement remains. I'm not excited at all What is that one advice of your mamu, which still lingers in your mind as we are talking? I will never forget his personal yet professional advice - Find your own way. From choosing your director and script, learn everything the hard way. He has never read my scripts of Kidnap and Luck, nor have I approached him with it.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:57 pm

Rohit Shetty to direct Ajay Devgan in yet another film

Director Rohit Shetty's association with actor Ajay Devgan is well known. Ajay has been part of all of Rohit's projects be it Zameen, Golmaal, Sunday and even the yet-to-be released Golmaal Returns. Now it seems that this association is only going further as Rohit has finalized his favorite hero, Ajay Devgan, for yet another film. Bollywood Hungama got in touch with the young director to get some more details, "Yes, I am directing Ajay for a film which will be produced by Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision. It's going to be an action film starring two heroes. All this while, I was busy with Golmaal Returns hence haven't decided on the other cast members. We are yet to finalize the other hero and the two female leads. We plan to start the film sometime next year (2009) in April or May." Besides the above mentioned film, Rohit would also be directing a romantic film for Devgan Films. "Yes, but that one wouldn't star Ajay, as the script demands a much younger actor", clarifies Rohit. Currently, Rohit is busy with the post-production of Golmaal Returns, the sequel to his hit film Golmaal. "Yes, the shooting of Golmaal Returns is complete. Post-production is currently on and the film will release in Diwali this year", signs off the young and talented director.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:48 pm

`Friends` all set to hit the big screen !

TV`s most beloved pals, `Friends`, might be there for you on the 70mm screen sooner than you think.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:01 pm

Heath Ledger`s `Batman` role triggers Oscar buzz !

The Oscars are eight months away and the film hasn`t even been released, but Heath Ledger`s performance in his last film is already generating talk of a rare posthumous Academy Award.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:01 pm

Rapper DMX arrested again in Arizona!

Rap star DMX was arrested for failing to appear in court and other complaints at a Phoenix airport on Wednesday, adding to his legal woes that include drug possession and animal cruelty charges.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:01 pm

Cuba marks anniversary of Hemingway death !

The bell tolled for Ernest Hemingway on Wednesday as Cubans marked the 47th anniversary of his death by ringing a bell and playing music from the opera "Aida" at his home outside Havana.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:01 pm

Teenage mistress, porn - salacious details launch Brinkley divorce trial!

A $300,000 payoff to a teenage mistress. Thousands of dollars worth of online porn. Extramarital trysts in the office and his supermodel wife`s Hamptons homes.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:01 pm

Sush in a comic avatar in David`s `Do Knot Disturb`!

After a year long hiatus actress Sushmita Sen is all set to grace the silver screen again as the actress reveals her comic side in David Dhawan`s "Do Knot Disturb", where she is seen playing an "unusual" role.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:01 pm

A tell-all book by Madge`s bro? !

Madonna is said to be furious that her brother Chris Ciccione is telling all about her private life in a book out later this month.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:01 pm

You will hear marriage announcement much sooner: Saif !

After the glitzy starry Bachchan wedding last year, be prepared for another big fat cheesy Bollywood wedding as the chote nawab Pataudi, Saif Ali Khan looks all charged up to marry the zero sized apple of his eye, Kareena Kapoor `much much sooner` than the three to four years deadline that the two had set for their courtship.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:01 pm

Naomi Watts is pregnant again

Washington (ANI): Australian actress Naomi Watts is expecting her second child with beau, Liev Schreiber, according to reports. The 39-year-old is three months pregnant, but her rep did not comment on her client's personal life, reports Usmagazine.com The couple, who met on the set of the 2006 drama 'The Painted Veil', ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 11:00 am

The Lohan plot thickens

It seems that stardom is in the Lohan blood and recent tests have proved that the stardom comes from Lohan dad Michael. His recently discovered stepdaughter Ashley Kaufmann has tried her luck at fame approaching record labels to record an LP. So now we have an already celebrity Lindsay, her sister ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:53 am

Aamir says yes to Rakhi sawant

The Queen of 'Item numbers', Rakhi Sawant, happened to conquer the heart of 'The Perfectionist', Aamir Khan. She recently has sent a hand-written invitation to Aamir, wanting him to be the first guest in her show. Much to everyone's surprise, Aamir, who generally doesn't like socializing and attending shows, has ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:50 am

Katie Holmes becomes a flop on Broadway

Washington (ANI): Despite all the buzz surrounding her Broadway debut, advance ticket sales for Katie Holmes' Broadway debut in 'All My Sons' are far below those for Nicole Kidman's 1998 run in 'The Blue Room.' According to the New York Post, Tom Cruise's stage production this fall may not be as ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:45 am

Thoda Pyaar... fails to create magic - NDTV.com


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Thoda Pyaar... fails to create magic
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It was supposed to bring some magic to the screens but there seems no love lost between Yash Raj and audience. Their latest release Thoda Pyar Thoda Magic got just 30 per cent collections in the opening week that peaked slightly during the weekend but ...
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:41 am

Shahrukh is a powerhouse

While the news about Anubhav Sinha being signed by Shahrukh Khan for directing a multi-million animation film is six month old news, the latest piece of information which has just come in is that the film's scripting is almost through. While Anubhav has been working non-stop on the biggest project ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:41 am

Actress Shilpa Shetty | Kissing In Public | Global Diversity Award ... - entertainment.oneindia.in


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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:37 am

A-Rod's wife runs away with Lenny Kravitz

The news of the oh so strong relationship between Madonna and hubby Guy Ritchie has a new angle to it. The breakup was credited courtesy of New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez otherwise known as A-Rod. The tables seemed to have turned as his wife Cynthia Rodriguez is reported to have ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:33 am

Aamir renews old bond

It's the Aamir Khan - T-Series Association!!!! Aamir Khan who has dazzled us over the years with his acting abilities and ever changing image from the chocolate boy looks in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak to the new age socially conscientious teacher in Taare Zameen Par, all his films have had ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:33 am

Jolie delivery very soon says doctor

London (ANI): Angelina Jolie's doctor has slammed rumours that the actress has already given birth to her twins, insisting that it will be a few weeks before she actually delivers. Jolie, 33, had checked into a hospital on Sunday June 29 in Nice, France, and 44-year-old Brad Pitt had been spotted ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:24 am

Shilpa kisses in public for a cause

Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty was spotted kissing in public again, and this time, it's was for a noble cause. She won the hearts of the people at the Global Diversity Award 2008 function in London by raising fund for a charity with her kisses.
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:23 am

Boys to man: Its Harman versus Imraan

Isn't it ironic how most B-Town BO wars are between love stories. After last Diwali's Saawariya vs OSO face-off, the battleground is set for another showdown between Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na and Love Story 2050. While the earlier one was a filmmakers' fight, the summer stakes are up for ...
Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 10:22 am

Marriage announcement very soon: Saif Ali

Wedding bells may not be that far away for actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor as...
Source: India News | 3 Jul 2008 | 9:49 am

Poll: Who's the Next Big Star? Harman or Imran? - Rediff


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Poll: Who's the Next Big Star? Harman or Imran?
Rediff - 1 hour ago
This Friday, we will see two newcomers fight for supremacy -- Harman Baweja and Imran Khan -- with their respective movies, Love Story 2050 and Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Na. Though both the films are love stories, there is a difference.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 9:35 am

"TPTM is entirely a Kunal Kohli Production; there was no one from YRF involved" - ...

Rumours insist you're marrying Mr Aditya Chopra. Rumours can insist what they want. To me they're baseless and stupid rumours. I'm waiting for them to die a natural death. These kinds of speculations come with the territory of my work. They're nothing but efforts to pull me down. And I can see every effort is made to downsize me. But fortunately, I know the difference between constructive and destructive criticism. Have you become wiser now? Of course. I joined this industry when I was 17. Naturally, I've grown wiser. I can see through people's motives. I'd rather work quietly and wait for my movies to release. But I can't say such rumours don't harm me. What can I do? There was a death in your family recently? Yes, my cousin, Kajol's, father. Shomu Kaka was very close to my family. He was very close to my parents. I was one of his favourite nieces. Both families were very close until my dad stopped making films and I started working. Then a little distance came between the two families because I got busy with my own career. But at a time like this that distance gets dissolved. I kept remembering my childhood days with Shomu Kaka. I'd rather work quietly and wait for my movies to release You play an angel in only one costume throughout Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic? Actually, it was several dresses looking identical. I couldn't possibly wear the same dress throughout. You love working with new directors Oh yes! Karan Johar, Shaad Ali and Kunal Kohli, they all did their first films with me. Now I'm doing a film with another new director Anurag Singh for Yash Raj Films. It's wrong to say that I'm doing only Yash Raj films, Lately, I did Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, Baabul and Saawariya which are not Yash Raj films You've become a resident Yash Raj heroine. I resent that observation. I go only by the script. If Yash Raj is doing so many films that I enjoy, why should I avoid them only because people might put two-and-two together and add up to five? It's wrong to say that I'm doing only Yash Raj films, Lately, I did Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, Baabul and Saawariya which are not Yash Raj films. And in fact my latest film Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic is entirely a Kunal Kohli Production. They've just given him their banner's name. There was no one from the Yash Raj team involved at all in either Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic or for that matter Pradeep Sarkar's Laaga Chunari Mein Daag. We may not be close friends. I can't compare my relationship with Saif to Shah Rukh or Aamir What's your criteria for accepting films? I've to be excited by what I'm offered. In Kunal's film, I play an angel. I've never seen anyone play an angel before. There has to be something new for me to do. How was it working with Saif? We may not be close friends. I can't compare my relationship with him to Shah Rukh or Aamir. With them I share a deeper bond. Saif and I share a lovely working relationship. Over the three films that we've done, we've both grown as actors. We both inspire one another to give our best. How is life treating you? If you mean my career then unfortunately last year Laaga Chunari Mein Daag, Saawariya and Tara Rum Pum didn't do as well as expected. I'm very proud of Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 3 Jul 2008 | 9:34 am

Surprise factors in 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na'

Click above for more stills Expect a couple of surprises when you go to watch JAANE TU YA JAANE NA… The trend of launching the first promo of a forthcoming film continues this week as well. Before the 16 reels of J.T.Y.J.N. unfold, you are treated to the promos of Vikram Bhatt's 1920 and Ritesh Sidhwani-Farhan Akhtar's ROCK ON, which marks the acting debut of Farhan Akhtar. The promos of both 1920 and ROCK ON look exciting and you can visualize an interesting story in that minute-and-a-half footage you've just watched. Now to the film. There are a few surprise actors in the film who appear in cameos. Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported that Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah enact the roles of Imran Khan's parents in the movie. Well, there are three more stars enacting brief, but important roles -- Paresh Rawal [who enacts the role of a cop] and two Khans, who're brothers in real life. We're keep that a secret till Friday! But expect a pleasant surprise at the very start: A small note from Aamir Khan to his Chachajaan [late Nasir Husain], who launched him in QAYAMAT SE QAYAMAT TAK. Aamir expresses heart-felt gratitude to the film-maker for launching him in his home-production.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 3 Jul 2008 | 9:04 am

'Jaane Tu...' gives 'Love Story 2050' tough competition

Light romantic college drama 'Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na' is proving a tough competitor for futuristic sci-fi thriller 'Love Story 2050' - both release Friday. 'Jaane Tu...' has more advance bookings.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 9:00 am

Akshay’s rugged look - Times of India


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Forget the tuxedo and bow-tie look; Akshay is making heads turn with his rugged look this time. In his first stint with television, Akshay will be seen in a rugged avatar in Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi .
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 8:59 am

Anant Mahadevan's 'Staying Alive' for Stuttgart film fest

Director Anant Mahadevan's 'Staying Alive', based on a true story of a journalist and an underworld kingpin, has been selected for a screening at the 5th Stuttgart Bollywood and Beyond film festival starting July 16 in Germany.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 8:50 am

Raths set to roll amid tight security - Newindpress


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PURI: Come July 4, the sacred coastal town of Puri will come alive with Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, one of the biggest festivals during the monsoon.
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Aamir uncle enjoyed ragging me - Imran Khan

MUMBAI (Reuters) - Actor Aamir Khan may be launching him in Bollywood but nephew Imran says there were times during his childhood he couldn't stand his famous uncle.

Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 7:10 am

Little love from audience shows Yash Raj Films losing magic

Embarrassed by the way the audience has cold-shouldered its four recent films in a row - Yash Raj Films (YRF) is once again disappointed with the dismal performance of 'Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic'.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Desi Lara Croft obsessed with Aishwarya Rai

Delhi girl Shweta Bhardwaj, who has been tagged as the 'desi Lara Croft' because of her action scenes in 'Mission Istanbul', says she is obsessed with Aishwarya Rai.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

I never considered Darsheel for my film: Farhan Akhtar

Farhan Akhtar has finalised Akshaye Khanna to play the male lead in his next directorial venture 'Voice From The Sky', but he is yet to find a boy for a role crucial to the story.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 5:32 am

Reality bites - through the gloss of TV shows

Until a few days ago, 'Dhoom Macha Le Dhoom' was one of many dance contests aired on every television channel, paying obeisance to reality shows as the mantra to TRP nirvana.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 5:30 am

Eat right to look good, says Govinda

Looking good and staying fit is important in showbiz and comic actor Govinda, who made a comeback with 'Partner', is currently working hard to get into shape and says it is essential to eat right.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 4:31 am

Saif-Bebo’s love life up on the net - Times of India


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The love life of Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor, in all its rosy detail including personal information and private photographs, is all over the virtual world.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 4:13 am

Marriage announcement very soon: Saif Ali

Wedding bells may not be that far away for actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor as the two are contemplating marriage sooner than the three-four-year target they had set earlier.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 3:01 am

Isha hitches bike rides with fitness trainer

Actress Isha Koppikar nowadays hitches a ride on her fitness trainer's bike to attend her early morning physical training classes.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 3:00 am

Ajay Devgan is one of Rohit Shetty's pet actors

Be it his first film 'Zameen', 'Sunday' or 'Golmaal' and now his forthcoming sequel 'Golmaal Returns', actor Ajay Devgan has been a part of all of director Rohit Shetty's films.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 3 Jul 2008 | 3:00 am

Madonna's divorce denial - China Daily


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Madonna's divorce denial
China Daily - 9 hours ago
Singer Madonna and her director husband Guy Ritchie arrive on the red carpet at the 61st Cannes Film Festival May 21, 2008. [Agencies] Madonna has denied she is getting divorced.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Jul 2008 | 1:55 am

MISSION ISTANBUL is very different from my previous films - Apoorva Lakhia

“Mission is very different from my previous movies. I realized Istanbul’s old-World charm characterized by cobbled streets, cafes and medieval architecture would be an ideal backdrop for the film, which is full of intrigue,” quips Approva Lakhia, who made five trips to the city to zero in on the locations for his film MISSION ISTANBUL.
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

Vidya has bagged something different

Vidya Balan is all set to show that she can handle the role of a cunning wicked girl too with ease.
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

Box office analysis

No, it just isnt working out for Yash Raj Films any more! At least not with the current crop of films coming out of the premier production house which may just loose its shine if its subsequent projects in the remainder of the year do not work! THODA PYAAR THODA MAGIC was looking dicey ever since its first promo was unleashed. As days progressed, there was hardly any increment in craze for the
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

Nikitas biceps scare off men

We agree that the Dil Dosti Etc girl Nikita Anand does have a lot of uniqueness in her portfolio. Shes been Miss India, is known to be a designer and has been both, a sport anchor and a writer. But thats not what men find intimidating about her. Its her gymming schedule that they do. Being a fitness buff, Nikita hits the gym every day.
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

Neha Dhupia follows Akshay in SINGH IS KINNG

Only Akshay Kumar could have pulled off this stunt!
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

Vivek to play hide and seek

Vivek Oberoi has gone into hiding.
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

EXCLUSIVE - Indians v/s NRI filmgoers - The numbers say it all

We have heard that there are differences in the preferences of Indians and NRIs/PIOs when it comes to Bollywood. Well, how many statistics do we have to back up some of our basic assumptions regarding Bollywood and Bollywood’s target audiences? Now that the results of an international Bollywood research study conducted by Amanda Sodhi, a graduate of Marymount University, are out, we do have some
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

Sophie turns down inconsequential roles

Roles with no substance are a completely no-no for Sophie Choudry. The actress, off late, has turned down offers by the dozen. Reason? The characters that she had been offered to play lacked meat. Sophie clearly wants to put across her point that when characters do not have any head or tail, filmmakers should not even bother to approach her for it.
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

Row brews over DTH set-top boxes - Times of India


Row brews over DTH set-top boxes
Times of India - 13 hours ago
NEW DELHI: A row appears to be brewing between major direct-to-home service providers over interoperability of set-top boxes (that allow consumers to shift from one DTH company to another without changing the STB) that could jeopardise consumer ...
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 2 Jul 2008 | 9:51 pm

Shah Rukh Khan enters Animation world - News Line 365


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Shah Rukh Khan enters Animation world
News Line 365 - 18 hours ago
After winning over audiences with his superb performances, Actor Shah Rukh Khan is all set to enter a new genre- that of the animation world.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:54 pm

Neil Mukesh to compose the theme song of Freeze along with Pritam

We had earlier reported that Neil Nitin Mukesh would be making his singing debut in director Jehangir Surti’s Freeze. Now it seems that the actor will not just sing but also compose the song he’s set to croon. The actor, who stole everyone’s heart with his performance in Johnny Gaddaar last year, would be reviving some old tunes that he has composed along with some help from music director Pritam. The song is said to be the film’s theme song and if Neil’s genes are anything to go by, we surely have a rocking number in store.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:19 pm

Live Chat: Abbas Tyrewala on July 3 at 1600 hrs IST

When a person who has written the screenplay of films like Main Hoon Na and Maqbool and the dialogues of classics like Munnabhai M.B.B.S and Salaam Namaste, decides to don the director’s hat, expectations are bound to be sky-high. Yes, Ladies and Gentlemen we are indeed talking about the incredibly multi-talented Abbas Tyrewala. Abbas is all excited, as his maiden directorial venture Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na opens across cinema halls this week (July 4th). Bollywood Hungama gives you a chance to get up, close and personal with this creative genius as he shares his experiences during the making of the film. Don’t miss this chance to have a rendezvous with Abbas Tyrewala only on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Chat on Thursday, June 3, at 1600 hrs IST.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:07 pm

Mukhbiir producer offers money refund to dissatisfied customers

Click above for more stills The Hyderabad-based producers Color Chips of the forthcoming film Mukhbiir have come up with a unique market concept to ensure the viewers' satisfaction. If you don't like the film, which opens on July 11, you can refund your ticket and get your money back. Explaining the motivation behind introducing this never-before customer-satisfaction scheme, the Mukhbiir producer Sudhish Rambhotla says, "When we've money-back guarantee for consumers in other business why not in the entertainment industry? This money-refund satisfaction-guarantee has never been done in the entertainment industry in any part of the world. Movie making is like any mass manufacturing business. So why can't we assure quality to the consumer?" Rambhotla's generous offer comes from his confidence in the quality of the film. "So far, whoever has seen Mukhbiir has been riveted. So I'm confident no one will want back their money. However, if they do, they're most welcome to get back the money." This offer has for now been extended to the first 5000 tickets in the first week of the film's release. "Any patron within the first 5,000 tickets in the first week can mail us the ticket with a refund demand. We'll send them a Demand Draft within 30 days. We've called it the Satisfactory Guarantee Challenge. We're so sure of Mukhbiir that I've already decided to make a sequel to the film. That will be our production company Color Chips' next project."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Jul 2008 | 3:50 pm

"All my girlfriends have already gone crazy after Imran" - Genelia Dsouza

The promos of Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na are rocking big time and you have never looked so good before. So what's the secret with the new glowing look? I am not too sure (laughs). Nothing in particular. With just 2 days to go before Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na hits theatres, what's the feeling like? Well, I am very anxious and looking forward to the release. I look at this film as a big opportunity. I hope that people appreciate the film and my work. It's a perfectly young film about youngsters. The film talks about friendship, love, first crush and literally takes you back to your college days The promos of the film show it as a sugar sweet romantic flick. Could you tell us a little more about the film? It's a perfectly young film about youngsters. It's not just a romantic film, though romance forms an integral part of the film. It's also about friendship and the friends play a very important part in the film. The film talks about friendship, love, first crush and literally takes you back to your college days I may not be wrong in saying that no other song has probably popularized a character as much as Kabhi Kabhi Aditi has. So what is Aditi like in the film? Aditi is a brat. She is an extremist. She would laugh out loud and howl and scream and cry. And for her, Jai (Imran) means everything; if someone messes around with Jai then she abuses them with the choicest of expletives. But overall, Aditi is full of life and complete fun to be with. For her Jai (Imran) means everything; if someone messes around with Jai then she abuses them with the choicest of expletives. How much are you like Aditi? Did you identify with the character? Very much….except for the fact that I don't abuse like Aditi. I could relate to Aditi as she is very much like how I was during my college days. If I like someone be it a friend or anyone else, then I would go all out for that person even to the extent of being possessive about him / her. So yes, I am very much like Aditi though I feel I have mellowed down a bit now (laughs). Imran is shown as a Darpok and you are shown as completely Bindaas, quite contrary to people's expectations…What's the rationale behind that? (Laughs) Actually, he is not a darpok. It's Aditi who keeps calling him a darpok. If there is a fight, Jai wouldn't react to it, on the other hand Aditi loves to go out and have a full on fight and punch the living daylights out of that guy. So you can say Jai is a sane kid and Aditi is a complete psycho (laughs). In the film, you call yourself Meow and him (Imran) Rats…What's with these funny nicknames? Imran's name is Jai Singh Rathore so that's why Rats….I am Aditi Mahang and I love cats so that's how Meow (laughs) . Moreover, since she feels he is a darpok, she calls him Rats meaning Chooha. Also, it's only Aditi who has the right and privilege of addressing Jai by the name Rats. Aditi on the other hand is like this kaali-billi and will scratch anyone who takes panga with her or Jai …hence Meow. In real life do you have a pet name? Yea, they call me Geenu….(smiles) Actually, my name Genelia is a combination of my mom and dad's name (Jeaneate and Neil)…I keep asking my mom what Genelia means and she says it means rare or unique so I think that's what it means. You worked with Riteish in his first film Tujhe Meri Kasam and now are working with another newcomer Imran. Riteish has gone on to become a big star today. Do you think the Genelia magic effect will rub off on Imran too? Wow….now that's something which I didn't think about (laughs). To be frank, I don't have a say in Riteish becoming a star today….I just hope Jaane Tu works….it has this whole QSQT feel which is kinda cute. Also, I hope it works for Imran's sake. I really hope he becomes the next big thing. In fact, all my girl friends have already gone crazy after Imran…so I am pretty sure many more girls will fall for him after seeing the film All my girl friends have already gone crazy after Imran…so I am pretty sure many more girls will fall for him after seeing the film Imran and you are shown as 'Best Buddies' in the film. So was it the same off-screen too? Strangely from the day we met, we hit it off. We even screen tested together. We were super comfortable with each other from the first day itself .In fact, I was whacking him right from Day 1. It was just like how Aditi and Jai are in the film. What's the one thing that annoys you the most about Imran? His euphemism jokes which only he and Abbas understand most of the time (laughs) Abbas has this unique knack of restricting you as an actor but when he tells you something you will do exactly the way he wants it. He is a fantastic actor and storyteller and hence he is such a brilliant director. Jaane Tu… has a host of other character artists…who is your favorite and why? I really like Imran's character. Besides that there is Shaleen's character played by Sugandha whom I was really close with. Jaane Tu is cast so perfectly because Shaleen is the next best friend to Aditi after Jai and even off screen Imran and Sugandha were my best buddies. The initial promos gave an impression of a love story but now it seems like a love triangle with Manjari also in the frame….Is that the case? I am not telling you that(laughs)…..You will have to watch it for yourselves….but yes Manjari has a pivotal role in the film. This is Abbas Tyrewala's first film as a director. How was the experience to work with him. He had said in an interview that he is no less of a perfectionist than Aamir …Is it true? Yes, Abbas is a perfectionist but he is not a taskmaster. Abbas was more of a friend on the sets. That's his biggest plus point. We didn't have a generation gap with Abbas, generally a director is put on a pedestal but with Abbas, he was like one amongst us. We had workshops in Panchgani which was great fun and we chatted a lot. Abbas has this unique knack of restricting you as an actor but when he tells you something you will do exactly the way he wants it…In fact when I look back, I am simply amazed by his clarity of thought. He is a fantastic actor and storyteller and hence he is such a brilliant director. Did you get any chance to interact with Aamir Khan? How was the experience? Yes…I am one of the lucky few who got a chance to interact with Aamir because Aamir was never on the sets. I met Aamir before I was signed on. My first meeting was with Aamir, Kiran Rao and Abbas. Abbas was skeptical about me because he was hell bent on casting a newcomer for the role of Aditi. It was Aamir who said that "She is perfect for the role. And when someone fits the character so well, one shouldn't really worry if it's a newcomer or a known face". I am so glad that I managed to convince them. The film has some really peppy numbers and some soulful numbers by A.R. Rahman….Which one is your personal favorite and why? Definitely 'Kabhi Kabhi Aditi'. I was really upset that I had to be sad and mournful during the whole shooting of the 'Aditi' song. I was telling Abbas, "You can't do this to me. This is like a punishment" The moment he said 'Cut'…I was like jumping and dancing…It is very difficult to keep a sullen face and shoot for a song like 'Aditi'. I was really upset that I had to be sad and mournful during the whole shooting of the Aditi song. I was telling Abbas, "You can't do this to me. This is like a punishment" Did you ever expect that the song would go on to become such a rage? Yes, because when you are shooting, you usually get bored of a song after repeatedly hearing it. With Aditi it was not the case…even after pack up we would listen to the song and all the technicians and crew would freak out and dance to the song. That's when I realized we had a hit song Since you were all a bunch of youngsters, shooting must have been like one big picnic….Any funny / interesting incidents which took place during the shoot Imran likes to tell everyone that he was my spot boy but that isn't true. When we were shooting outside, I had to wash my hair and Imran helped me wash my hair, He actually carried the Bisleri cans so that I could wash my hair with that water. Ever since then he keeps fooling around saying that he is my spot boy. When we were shooting outside, I had to wash my hair and Imran helped me wash my hair. Was Imran given any special treatment considering he was working in his home production? Were you bothered that you would be over-shadowed by all the hype surrounding his launch? No never…Imran was one of us…He didn't receive any special treatment. As for your second question, I don't know why anyone would be bothered. I am sure the rest of the world wants to know who Imran Khan is more than who Genelia is but that's because it's his debut film and the fact that it's an Aamir Khan Production. Initially, there would be more attention towards Imran but I am glad because all I want at the end of the day is my film to work. Having no backbone in this industry, this is probably the best way for me to get noticed. Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na is releasing with yet another biggie Love Story 2050 which marks Harman Baweja's debut. Do you think the clash could have been avoided? I don't know about it. I am working with Harman in one of my future films. He is a fantastic actor and a wonderful co-star. I wonder if he has a spring in his body. His body keeps moving in all possible directions. Since Imran and Harman are both my co-stars, I am hoping the best for both our films because as much as Imran is a co-star, even Harman is a co star. Harman is a fantastic actor and a wonderful co-star. I wonder if he has a spring in his body. His body keeps moving in all possible directions. What else do you have in the pipeline after Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na? I have Anees Bazmee's film alongside Harman Baweja. It's the role of a lifetime. The film is a remake of two of my very successful south films down South Though the film looks simple on screen it has been a real task shooting, I am there in every frame of the film even though the film is about a father and son relationship (Nana Patekar and Harman) Besides that I am doing Abbas- Mustan's Life Partner directed by Rumi Jaffrey but it is too early to talk about it now. Finally what makes Jaane Tu… different from the countless romantic-comedies which we have seen so far? I honestly believe that a love story does not have to be different. It just has to be relatable. For e.g. whenever my younger brother sees a promo of Jaane Tu….he says 'Damn this is so much like how I and my friends hang out'. I am sure if all the youngsters feel the same, we have pretty much struck a chord. On a closing note is Genelia in love? (laughs) Right now I would like to say, I am only in love with my work and my dogs.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Jul 2008 | 3:28 pm

Winners of UNFPA-Laadli Media Awards announced - Televisionpoint.com


Winners of UNFPA-Laadli Media Awards announced
Televisionpoint.com - 21 hours ago
Population First, the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Indian Confederation of NGOs (ICONGO), have announced the winners of the UNFPA-Laadli Media Awards for gender sensitivity.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 2 Jul 2008 | 2:06 pm

All you wanted to know about Love Story 2050

Are you ready to travel to a world where flying cars zoom past sky-scrapers and robots are there at your service? If yes, then you need to fasten your seat-belts and get ready for the time of your life. Harry Baweja's magnum-opus Love Story 2050 finally hits theatres this weekend and apart from the super-duper special effects, the film marks the debut of one of the hottest newcomers in Bollywood- Harman Baweja. If the promos of the film are anything to go by, then this one promises to be a complete entertainer. The film also stars Priyanka Chopra and Boman Irani in lead roles and is said to be one of the most anticipated releases of this year. Bollywood Hungama brings you all that you want to know about Love Story 2050 in an exclusive section that will leave you asking for more.   Preview   It is a story about Karan (Harman Baweja), a young, spirited, sporty boy who lives life off the rules... More...     Music Reviews   It's the rhythm which comes at the very beginning of 'Milo Na Milo' that turns out to be an... More...   News   - Love Story 2050's grand world premiere on July 2 in London - The big clash - "Yes, I did call Aamir" - Harry Baweja - "Comparisons are inevitable" - Harman Baweja - Bawejas take extra precautions to avoid being associated with Priyanka, Hrithik - Shahid, no! Harman, yes! - Priyanka, Kareena, Harman, Vidya, Vivek, Zayed to walk ramp - Harman versus Imraan- The battle of the debutants - Harman Baweja's first live performance at IIFA - Sanjay Kapoor's Harman-Genelia film is entitled It's My Life - Double dose of Priyanka in 'Love Story 2050' - Love Story 2050 trailer with Race 2050' - Tattooed: Harman Baweja's 'V' for Victory 2050' - Love Story 2050 on Xbox LIVE 2050' - Why Harman's debut was postponed 2050' - Harman Baweja's debut now in 2008 2050' - Harman Baweja's 'Victory' post - 'Love Story 2050' 2050' - Oscar winners for Harman's debut film 2050' - Harman Baweja becomes a Traceur - Harman Baweja signs Boney Kapoor's Film - Adlabs backs 3 Harry Baweja projects - A robot to play the lead in Love Story 2050? - Actress Priyanka Chopra in Baweja?s Love Story 2050 - Harman Baweja's debut still in limbo - Harry, Kareena issue joint statement - Kareena and the Baweja?s part ways?   Features   - "My first film may have been a mafia drama" - Harman Baweja - Harman Baweja groves to the beat on a TV show - "My first day of work has been chopped off" - Harman Baweja - "You don't move a 50 crore movie fearing competition" - Harman - "It isn't like choosing a life partner between Imran and me" - Harman - Priyanka Chopra on Hair - Harman Baweja all set to make his first media appearance tonight - "Even my film's website is futuristic" - Harman Baweja - Harman Baweja storms the screen with 'Milo Na Milo' - Priyanka's red-haired look is an inspiration by Rowena Baweja - Priyanka Chopra colours her hair Red for Love Story 2050 - "Love Story 2050 has ten times more F-X that Krissh" - Harry Baweja - Love Story 2050 and Harman - The Future Is Here - Priyanka Chopra's double role in Love Story 2050   Gallery   Movie Wallpapers Movie Stills - Audio release of Love Story 2050 - First Look: Love Story 2050 - Movie Screensaver: Love Story 2050   Broadband   Audio Release Of 'Love Story 2050' Harman Speaks About 'Love Story 2050' - Priyanka And Harman Launch Pantaloon's Future Zone - 'Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na' Ya 'Love Story 2050' - Priyanka Chopra's Diamond Love Story - Jane Kaisi Hai (Love Story 2050) - Theatrical Trailer (Love Story 2050) - Boman Irani Speaks About 'Love Story 2050' - Harman & Priyanka Launch 'Love Story 2050' Merchandise - Harman Baweja Goes On Air With BIG FM - Promo 2 (Love Story 2050) - Sach Kehna Sach Kehna (Love Story 2050) - "Yesterday's Tabloid Is Today's Trash": Harman Baweja - Harry Baweja Speaks About 'Love Story 2050' - Raveena Tandon Speaks About 'Love Story 2050' - Meelon Ka Jaisa Tha Fasla - Happy Version (Love Story 2050) - Priyanka Chopra Speaks About 'Love Story 2050' - Milo Na Milo (Love Story 2050) - Promo 1 (Love Story 2050) - Priyanka Unveils Love Story 2050 First Look
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Jul 2008 | 1:40 pm

All you wanted to know about Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na

Aamir Khan Productions' latest venture Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na marks the launch of Aamir's nephew Imran Khan as an actor. This sugar-sweet romantic comedy, which also stars Genelia D' Souza opposite Imran has been directed by Abbas Tyrewala. While the music of the film given by A.R Rahman is already a rage (especially the Kabhi Kabhi Aditi track) one is looking forward to seeing if Aamir Khan Productions delivers yet another quality product. We at Bollywood Hungama bring you all that you wanted to know about Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na in this exclusive section which will leave you asking for more.   Preview   Hailing from the town of Ranjhore in Rajasthan, Jai Singh Rathore is everything a Rathore from Ranjhore is not... More...     Music Reviews   It's a new sound at the very beginning of 'Jaane Tu Mera Kya Hai (Aditi)' that hooks you on instantaneously. This very rhythm stays... More...   News   - Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah play Imran's parents in Jaane Tu… - Sanjay Kapoor's Harman-Genelia film is entitled It's My Life - Mansoor Khan recommended Genelia for Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Naa - "Yes, I did call Aamir" - Harry Baweja - The big clash - "Comparisons are inevitable" - Harman Baweja - Aamir Khan gives nephew moral support   Features   - Salman and Aamir recreate the Andaz Apna Apna magic on 10 ka Dum - Exclusive Look at the characters in Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na - Jaane Tu… has taken 3 years to reach where it is today" - Manjari Phadnis - "Just five days ago, I gave the final 'Yes' to the post productions" - Abbas Tyrewala - 5 things you didn't know about Imran Khan - "When I heard the script, I just fell in love with it" - Aamir Khan - Imran Khan's first tryst with stardom - How it all literally began with 'Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Na?' - Aamir-Imran, the wannabe filmmakers who ended up as actors - Aamir Khan and Shammi Kapoor share an emotional moment - Mansoor Khan's note on Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na experience - Aamir Khan's special note on Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na - Kiran Rao - The rescuer during crisis situations - Aamir Khan launches the promo of Jaane Tu…   Gallery   Movie Wallpapers Movie Stills - First Look: Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na - Movie Screensavers: Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na - Shammi Kapoor And Aamir Khan Unveil 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na' Music Album   Broadband   Imran Khan Speaks About 'Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na' Theatrical Trailer (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Imran Speaks About 'Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na' Part 2 - Dialogue Promo 4 (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Dialogue Promo 5 (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Dialogue Promo 6 (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Dialogue Promo 7 (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Kahin To Hogi Woh (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Dialogue Promo 1 (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Dialogue Promo 2 (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Dialogue Promo 3 (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Tu Bole Main Boloon (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Nazrein Milaana Nazrein Churaana (Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na) - Aamir Khan Speaks About Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na - Audio Release Of 'Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na'
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Jul 2008 | 1:36 pm

Vivek Agnihotri to make a biopic titled Freedom

His last release Dhana Dhana Dhan Goal may not have scored a 'goal' at the box-office, but Vivek Agnihotri is confident that his next release surely will. Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported that Vivek's next will be a biggie, with one of India's biggest corporate houses producing it. Vivek has now inked the deal. Speaking exclusively to Bollywood Hungama, Vivek confirmed the news about his next film. "My next film is titled Freedom and will be produced by Reliance Big Entertainment. This film will be of a 'biopic' genre, meaning that, it will have a biography and an epic weaved into each other. It will trace India's journey in the last 30 years", informs Vivek. As for the actors, Vivek says that the film will surely have a dream starcast, but it's too early to speak about them. Although he did reveal that the film's starcast will have the best of the talents from all across the country."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Jul 2008 | 12:54 pm

Salman and Aamir recreate the Andaz Apna Apna magic on 10 ka Dum

They are cool, charismatic, and super dynamic, and when they come together on screen it's indeed a dream come true. Aamir Khan and Salman Khan made a dynamic duo some 14 years ago and their ensemble presence still manages to evoke the same old magic even today. Close on the heels of the release of Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na, the famous mamu-bhanja jodi of Aamir Khan and Imran Khan make an appearance on Salman Khan's popular game show '10 Ka Dum' The episode starts with Aamir and Salman entering the '10 Ka Dum' sets on a cycle to the beats of the popular song 'Do mastana chale zindagi banane' from their film, Andaz Apna Apna. They entered the sets with so much of effervescence and energy that the studio audience went crazy. The audience cheered and clapped aloud on seeing their favorite stars together. Salman mischievously introduced Aamir as the man who needs no introduction and said, "Yeh to purush hi nahin hain…Yeh Mahapurush hai!" Incidentally, this also happens to be a dialogue from their film Andaz Apna Apna. Must say, Salman and Aamir brought back memories of their comic caper, Andaz Apna Apna on the show. Stay glued to your television sets this July 4 to catch the Khans in action on '10 Ka Dum' only on Sony Entertainment Television.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Jul 2008 | 10:49 am

Bipasha to rebuild home to suit her energy

Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu, who will be seen romancing newcomer Ranbir Kapoor in ...
Source: India News | 2 Jul 2008 | 10:16 am