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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 20 Aug 2008 | 5:34 pm Shammi Kapoor's son to play a negative roleBreaking the family tradition, Aditya Raj Kapoor, the fifty-plus son of legendary actSource: India News | 20 Aug 2008 | 5:08 pm Shammi Kapoor's son turns villain
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 20 Aug 2008 | 5:07 pm I don t believe in ghosts: RGV
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 20 Aug 2008 | 4:26 pm When Ranbir Kapoor met a GenieRanbir Kapoor was last seen serenading three beautiful women in last weekâs release Bachna Ae Haseeno. However, soon after the release of the film, the handsome hunk had quite a pleasant surprise awaiting him. One fine day as Ranbir was taking a stroll; he happened to kick a lamp accidentally and out popped a genie. Like any good genie does, Ranbir was granted three wishes by this genie too. So what did Ranbir wish for? Did his wishes come true? How did he feel after this special encounter with the Genie? To know the answers to these questions, check out this really funny video clip. Video Courtesy: www.magicbricks.comSource: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 20 Aug 2008 | 4:11 pm "After Juhi, Mallika is one actress who fits so easily into comedy" - Sanjay ChhelIn Bollywood, if there's one person who can prove wrong the saying 'Jack of all trades, Master of none', then, it has to be none other than Sanjay Chhel. For he is the man behind many a hit film that Bollywood has witnessed over the years. Films like Rangeela, Yes Boss, Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani, Khoobsurat, Partner, Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya, Kismat Konnection bears the eternal stamp of Sanjay's brilliant work, as a writer. He has also directed films like Khoobsurat which starred Sanjay Dutt & Urmila Matondkar and Kya Dil Ne Kaha which starred Tusshar Kapoor and Esha Deol. The man is all set to take your breath away with his latest release Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam, the most awaited breezy-comedy film of the season starring none other than Madame Mallika Sherawat alongwith Rahul Bose and Paresh Rawal! Bollywood Hungama caught up with this man for an exclusive interview. Must say, it's surely one of the most interesting interviews ever! Read on and decide for yourselves! Your last directorial film was in 2002...why did it take you 5 years to make another one. I have been very engrossed in writing films like Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya, Partner, and Kismat Konnection. Moreover, I was not getting a proper project, producer, and set up and I didn't want to take any chances with my career. Anyways, as a writer, I am doing very well. I know I am not young but I have time to roll on. Although I must mention that after meeting Ratan Jain who has produced my film, I feel much secured as he is one person who allowed me to follow my vision as a thorough gentleman. He believed in me when I had lost faith in myself. That was a major reason for me to take up Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam. He allowed me to do what I found interesting and that was one prime reason that triggered me to do films after five years. Ratan Jain believed in me when I had lost faith in myself. Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam...how did this idea pop up in your head? I always wanted to do an out of the box comedy, a very different one, unlike the routine comical of four guys chasing a girl or a Malayalam remake. And I was bored and fed up writing such films; I wanted to make a film on the lines of Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron wherein the genre is class-apart, where the approach to comedy and characters is different; so I made a script about a theater group, an extra marital affair inclusive of all this there is comedy, thrill and social commitment. Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam is a mixture of all these elements. You can't exactly place the film in one particular genre; this is something I have never done before. Was taking Mallika Sherawat and Rahul Bose influenced by their chemistry in Pyaar Ke Side Effects? No, not really. When I started doing this film I had only Paresh Rawal in my mind. As the story progressed Rahul and Mallika joined the cast. So, it was not exactly a conscious decision but somewhere there is karmic connection and casting was just perfect. Tell us something about the storyline. It is a multi layered comedy about relationships, a theater group and its relevance. It's about the underworld and the hide and seek involved. That pretty much sums the story of Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam. It could have been a Romeo-Juliet, Laila-Majnu then why Mughal-e-Azam? The story of Mughal-e-Azam is part of Indian heritage it is more likely to connect with the audience more than what a Romeo-Juliet could. And I do not relate to Shakespearean drama. I connect more to Mughal-e-Azam and moreover it fits the Indian psyche perfectly. The story is not exactly spoofed but it will be clearer once you see the film. And I do not relate to Shakespearean drama. I connect more to Mughal-e-Azam Paresh Rawal and Rahul Bose have done theatre did Mallika Sherawat need extra training to learn the theatre ways? No, Mallika has also done theatre in the north and moreover she is a fantabulous actor. I admire her command over Hindi; I think after Juhi Chawla, Mallika is the next actress who fits so easily into comedy. Normally good looking girls have a problem with the comedy because they are too self obsessed by their glamorous image. But Mallika in addition to being selfless looks sexy and glamorous, and when she acts she makes it all look very easy. I fell in love with the way Mallika carries herself, and her improvisations, and the way she rehearses with Rahul, Kay Kay Menon, and Paresh Rawal. After Juhi Chawla, Mallika is the next actress who fits so easily into comedy. Have you ever been associated with theatre before? Yes, my father is an art director; he has been doing English, Marathi, Gujarati, and Hindi plays since the last forty years. I too have done theatre wherein I have acted with the likes of Paresh Rawal and Shafi Inamdaar. In fact, I have done my entire schooling from Gujarati theatre. I have learnt and succeeded in Hindi comic capers because of my experience in Gujarati theatre. If you pull out Gujarati writers from Hindi films, comedies will not work. Besides me, there is Neeraj, Vipul, Aatish, Imtiaz Patel and Milap who also emerge from Gujarati Theater and thus have a strong sense of comedy. How different do you find theatre from films? When a play starts we cannot control the actor or the scene. But when it comes to a film, the writer and director can control the entire content. Coming back to Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam, could you throw some light on Paresh Rawal and the other actor's roles in the film? Paresh is doing about four-five roles in the film, he's playing Akbar; he is playing a senior actor, an underworld don, a Ghazal singer. Probably after Hera Pheri this would be rated as his best performance. I think Paresh Rawal is one of India's best actors but despite that, he still improvises along with other actors, very casual, and very down to earth. His humility is such a striking feature about him unlike some actors. He is an underrated actor and critics have not given him his due but the people love him. Kay Kay Menon is a shaayar (poet), and Mallika plays a theater actress whilst Rahul Bose is a lover boy who is also involved in a mission. All of them are playing multiple characters. After Hera Pheri this would be rated as Paresh Rawal's best performance. How has your chemistry with the three actors been? It has been fantastic. Kay Kay was the surprise package and this is probably the first time he has done a full fledge comedy. And Paresh as always was very good as he is great actor. This would be Rahul's first time in such a comedy. Mallika is class-apart when it comes to the bright comedy. If I can put it, its like, Paresh is the soul of the film, Rahul is the mind of the film, Mallika is the body of the film and Kay Kay is the shadow. This would be the ideal way to describe the film and my interaction with them. Paresh is the soul of the film, Rahul is the mind of the film, Mallika is the body of the film and Kay Kay is the shadow. What kind of music has been given to the film? The music is very different and has a very out of the box contemporary style. Anu Mallik has given terrific music; he has used all the classical elements giving tribute to Mughal-e-Azam. He has also composed some ghazals in the film which are sung by Pankaj Udhas. The music is truly Indian, I just hope that the multiplex sensible audience would like it and appreciate it. What was the most difficult shot during the filming? According to me the most difficult scene is the climax shot wherein I am handling 20 to 30 actors at a time. Everyone has different a body language and emote differently and to catch it all and execute them well is a task. The most difficult scene is the climax shot wherein I am handling 20 to 30 actors at a time Could you share some memories of the film? There is a particular scene where Paresh is performing on the stage and Mallika is romancing with Salim and suddenly Pawan Malhotra enters the theater with Rahul chasing him, and the audience is going mad with laughter on seeing the whole chaos. The scene is very similar to the scene in the film, Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron. The whole situation is very hilarious, very strenuous and difficult to shoot. Mallika has also done some sensuous shots under sea water, it was high-tide, in spite of that Mallika never once complained. I was getting scared wondering whether she would be able to manage or not but Mallika's dedication and daring attitude is commendable. She's a true professional. What other projects are you handling now in terms of direction and writing? I have been signed by Percept for a romantic comedy film and I am also doing a film for I Dream. However, all my films will have Paresh Rawal because without him I am handicapped, he is my anchor. I feel very secure with him.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 20 Aug 2008 | 3:28 pm Sridevi to make a grand comeback
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 20 Aug 2008 | 2:41 pm Big B extends his support to Keith Vaz for diabetes appealBig B may be busy jet-setting across the world with his Unforgettable Tour but that doesn't stop him from extending a helping hand to socially relevant causes. The superstar will now join Indian origin M.P. Keith Vaz at the opening of new premises for diabetes charity in Leicester. The charity was launched by Vaz after he himself was diagnosed diabetic. Fans in Leicester are bound to throng the new premises in large numbers to get a dekko of Bollywood's biggest superstar. The new building of the Silver Star Appeal will help support the work of the Leicester-based charity which aims to raise awareness about diabetes and provide free blood sugar tests through mobile assessment units. Needless to say, Vaz is delighted to have Big B's support for this noble cause.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Aug 2008 | 2:08 pm Shilpa Shetty on love and marriage
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 20 Aug 2008 | 1:54 pm Darsheel to star in Priyadarshan's next directorial ventureChild prodigy Darsheel Safary won everyone's hearts with his sensitive portrayal of dyslexic Ishaan Awasthi in Aamir Khan's directorial debut Taare Zameen Par. Since then, Darsheel has been seen endorsing many brands and has even made appearances at a number of social dos and award functions. However, he still was playing the waiting game before signing his next film. Now it seems the wait is finally over. Darsheel would be seen playing the lead role in the remake of Oscar nominated film Children of Heaven. The remake would be directed by ace director Priyadarshan. Majid Majidi's Children of Heaven tells to story of young Ali and his sister Zahra and their adventures over a lost pair of shoes. Shooting for the remake, which is being produced by Percept Picture Company, commences on September 12. The film is expected to be ready by March 2009.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Aug 2008 | 1:35 pm Girish Karnad honored with ambassadorship by UNESCOGirish Raghunath Karnad is a contemporary writer, playwright, actor, and movie director. After being honored by the Government of India with the Padma Shri in 1974 and Padma Bhushan in 1992, there is barely anything this man has not achieved. To top it all, Girish Karnad has now been honored with ambassadorship of UNESCO's International Theatre Institute. The Paris based organization has honored other personalities including British theatre and film director Peter Brook, Italian playwright Dario Fo, French theatrical legend Ariane Mnouchkine and German choreographer Pina Bausch. At the age of 70, he is a well-known and established theatre personality as his plays have been translated and produced in several languages. There is seriously nothing more that he could have wished for.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Aug 2008 | 1:14 pm Singh is Kinng to be screened at the Toronto International Film FestivalNearly two weeks after its release, Akshay Kumar-Katrina Kaif starrer Singh Is Kinng continues to take the B.O. by storm raking in the moolah from all parts of the world. After creating new box-office records, the film has managed to achieve yet another milestone. Singh Is Kinng, the year's biggest hit, is headed to the glittering Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF 2008), one of the biggest cinematic events in the world. It will be one of the eleven coveted gala presentations to be screened at The Roy Thomson Hall on Sunday, 7th September, 2008. Singh Is Kinng finds itself in august company with ten celebrated top-notch Hollywood titles that include Kate Beckinsale- David Schwimmer starrer Nothing But the Truth, Edward Norton-Colin Farrell starrer Pride and Glory and George Clooney-Brad Pitt starrer Burn After Reading amongst others. Tickets to the gala are always in high demand, being high-profile star-studded events. The Singh Is Kinng celebration at the festival is tipped to be attended by Sandeep Bhargava, CEO of the investment adviser to Indian Films, producer Vipul A. Shah, director Anees Bazmee, and lead actors, Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Aug 2008 | 12:49 pm Sharon Stone dating a 24-year-old?
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 20 Aug 2008 | 12:09 pm Thailand says it will deport Glitter to Britain - Reuters UK
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:57 am Jolie's former make-up artist meets mysterious deathWashington (ANI): The former make-up artist of Angelina Jolie and Mariah Carey has been found dead in his Los Angeles home. Paul Starr, who also worked with Jennifer Garner, Jessica Alba and Renee Zellweger, was found after neighbours alerted the authorities. The cause of death is unknown.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:21 am Singh Is not Kinng in BiharThis has never happened before. A film that does extraordinary business all over the country and overseas has bombed in one specific area. Anees Bazmee's Singh Is Kinng is a flop in Bihar, an area where Akshay Kumar's films from Jaanwar to Hey Babyy have acquired a blockbuster status without ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:20 am Jade Goody breaks down on return to London - Economic Times
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:18 am Hugh Hefner makes Faris honorary Playboy bunnyWashington (ANI): Hugh Hefner has become such a huge fan of Anna Faris' Playboy bunny performance in her upcoming movie that he's made her an honorary member of his extended family. Hefner and his girlfriends have already been treated to a screening of Faris' new film House Bunny, which she ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:14 am 1920: Blast from the pastVikram Bhatt made a remarkable impact with Raaz. Later, Bhatt made all kinds of films, ranging from likable (Awara Paagal Deewana) to engaging (Ankahee) to mediocre (Life Mein Kabhie Kabhiee) to outright bad. Almost a year ago, he decided to take a sabbatical from work, investing his time and energies ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:10 am Dita Von Teese launches own limited edition lingerie lineNew York (ANI): American burlesque artist Dita Von Teese has launched her own limited edition lingerie line with Wonderbra. Von Teese, 35, started the "Wonderbra by Dita Von Teese" collection, as an inspiration to women and it includes garter belts, panties and bras inspired by old Hollywood glamour.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:08 am Golden couple Sridevi and Anil Kapoor to return with Mr India sequel - Zee News
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:05 am Saif and Kareena finally go soloLovebirds Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan will be performing their first solo show in Sharjah. Apart from working together in films and endorsements, Kareena and Saif are also looking at doing such shows together.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:03 am Singh Is Kinng bombs in Bihar - Sify
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 11:00 am Bachna Ae Haseeno(Hindi) - Screen Weekly
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:46 am Aamir's hair creates problemActor Aamir Khan, who has already set off a fashion trend with his almost bald-cum-scar Ghajini look, is waiting for his hair to grow back. No, it's not wife Kiran Rao who has been pestering him to get back his old hairstyle, the reasons are entirely professional.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:45 am Wishing Randeep Hooda, a very Happy BirthdayA famous saying rules Bollywood, which states 'Stars are born, not made'. Amidst the thousands and lakhs of known and unknown faces, lies a 'Born Star' named Randeep Hooda, who celebrates his birthday today. Born in a simple family, his mother being a social worker and father, a doctor, this dude went onto to do his Masters in Business Management & Human Resource Management, something that very few people in tinsel town can boast of. Randeep is also the man, to whom one can attribute the works like peeling onions in a Chinese restaurant, working in a car-wash, and even driving taxis. Randeep made his acting debut with his famous NRI do in the hit film Monsoon Wedding. What followed later were films like D, Risk, Darna Zaroori Hai etc... One common factor that binds these films is a fact that irrespective of the film's B-O reports, Randeep stood out like a shooting star! Join us as we put our hands together in wishing this star a Very Happy Birthday, simply by positing your wishes below.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:40 am Big B to shave off beard for 'Pa'Director R Balakrishna of 'Cheeni Kum' fame has once again teamed up with Amitabh BacSource: India News | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:36 am Jessica reveals secrets of her weight lossWashington (ANI): Just two months after giving birth to a baby girl, Jessica Alba has become 25 lbs. Lighter. Now, her trainer has revealed just how the stunner managed to do so. "Jessica went from a size 8 to a size 4 pretty quickly," People quoted Alba's longtime trainer Ramona ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:32 am Announcing the Phoonk winners - Rediff
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:24 am Tom Cruise to play a superhero in SleeperWashington (ANI): Tom Cruise is in talks to become a superhero in an adaptation of comic book classic Sleeper. The Top Gun star is said to be helping in the set up the movie as a project for Warner Bros. along with director Sam Raimi - with an option of ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:21 am Fantastic title from SanjayIf you thought Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam was indeed a hatke title that caught your attention instantly, you ought to hear the title of Sanjay Chhel's next movie. It's called Fantastic. Like Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam, this one's also a comedy. Percept will produce this venture.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:18 am College Days to Marriage Days censored - Galatta.com
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:16 am Kids get ready, Noddy is coming to townComic book character Noddy, who wears a bright red cap with a bell on top, will endear himself to children during his first ever live show in India, starting here Wednesday.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:01 am No probe into Monica Bedi's 'Bigg Boss' roleThe Madhya Pradesh Police Wednesday denied reports that it would probe how Bollywood starlet Monica Bedi managed to get a role in the 'Bigg Boss' reality show.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:01 am I'm the first in family to play negative role: Aditya Raj KapoorBreaking the family tradition, Aditya Raj Kapoor, the fifty-plus son of legendary actor Shammi Kapoor, is making his acting debut with a negative role in 'Diwangi Ne Had Kar Di'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 10:00 am Kamal Hassan to direct multi-lingual "Marmayogi" - Hindu
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 9:37 am Singh Is Kinng bombs in BiharThis has never happened before. A film that does extraordinary business all over the country and overseas has bombed in one specific area. Anees Bazmee's Singh Is Kinng is a flop in Bihar, an area where Akshay Kumar's films from Jaanwar to Hey Babyy have acquired a blockbuster status without batting an eyelid. The reason for this incongruous occurrence? According to on one of Bihar's primary exhibitors, Suman Sinha, "The Punjabi dialogues songs and dances went against the film. The Bihar distributor paid a whopping amount of money to buy Singh Is Kinng and is now going to lose a hefty amount." Producer Vipul Shah is aware of his blockbuster's tainted spot in Bihar. "I've heard that the 'Punjabiyat' and Sikh theme have gone against the film's success in Bihar. But I don't understand why. We were aware that some areas would reject the film's USP, namely the Sikh ambience. Surprisingly, the film has done extremely well even in Bengal where we thought the audience would've trouble connecting with the theme. There's really no explanation for what has happened to Singh Is Kinng in Bihar." Interestingly, there have been instances of films that have bombed in the rest of the country doing well in Bihar like Hamesh Malhotra's Dulhe Raja and Riteish Deshmukh's debut film Tujkho Meri Kasam. But never has a world-wide hit been rejected in Bihar. Vipul Shah's and Anees Bazmee's films have always done well Bihar. And Jab We Met which also had large dollops of 'Punjabiyat' was a hit in the State. Says Suman Sinha, "But Jab We Met didn't thrust the Bhangra culture up audiences' throats. Like it or not, the rest of the country is not as fond of Punjabi culture as Bollywood."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Aug 2008 | 9:22 am On a Song - Screen Weekly
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 8:35 am Mallika’s magic on Star Voice of India - Sify
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 20 Aug 2008 | 8:02 am 'Drona' is not a super-hero filmDownload Drona wallpapers Another director who's back after a sabbatical is Goldie Behl. There has been a substantial gap between his directorial debut BAS ITNA SA KHWAAB HAI and his second outing DRONA. "Two reasons," Goldie spells out, "Nothing inspired me to start a film in the intervening period. Besides, I decided to dabble in television and establish my company." He gets into an introspective mood. "I was completely disillusioned. I took failure to my heart. But with the passage of time, I realized that one should never take failure to heart or success to head," the soft-spoken director states. Goldie penned a couple of scripts in the intervening period. "And also made 3 / 4 films in my mind," he laughs. DRONA was 'born' after a lot of thinking and brainstorming sessions. Now this is important: A lot of people feel that DRONA is a super-hero film, on the lines of Batman and Superman. Is it? "It's not! It's a modern-day fantasy adventure. Let me clarify, we haven't copied the West or the East. It's an original concept, very Indian at heart, a desi film, but presented in a contemporary format," he divulges. Please continue. "I've grown up on popular Indian cinema and having grown up in a family environment, you'll see a lot of familial bonding in DRONA. The bonding between Jaya Aunty [Jaya Bachchan] and Abhishek on screen is terrific, it's an extension of what they're in real life. In fact, Jaya Aunty is the trump card of my film, the real USP. And as a director, I must add that it's one of her finest works ever," Goldie states with all humility. Final words? "I am sure, DRONA would not only work with the Indian audiences, but also internationally," he says. Amen!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Aug 2008 | 7:12 am '1920': Vikram Bhatt is backClick above for more stills Vikram Bhatt made a remarkable impact with RAAZ. Later, Bhatt made all kinds of films, ranging from likable [AWARA PAAGAL DEEWANA] to engaging [ANKAHEE] to mediocre [LIFE MEIN KABHIE KABHIEE] to outright bad. Almost a year ago, he decided to take a sabbatical from work, investing his time and energies on just one project: 1920. So was the wait worth it? Oh yes, it is! 1920 is set in the pre-independence era, but before you jump to conclusions, it's not a patriotic film. It's an eerie film about an aatma that seeks revenge. Just don't mistake it for another horror film or a film where blood, gore, skulls and skeletons send a shiver down your spine. There's nothing of the sort in 1920. 1920 works because it's a combination of a captivating story [Vikram Bhatt], a watertight screenplay [Vikram Bhatt, Dhiraj Ratan; the second hour is spell-binding], expert performances [Adah Sharma is a discovery, a talent to watch out for, Rajneesh Duggal is competent], melodious music [Adnan Sami] and a stunning castle [located in Yorkshire; captured beautifully on celluloid]. The castle is important to the story and must add, it takes the film to a different level. Last but not the least, 1920 marks the comeback of Vikram Bhatt. Watch him recreate the drama, watch him execute the conclusion with panache and you know that the talented storyteller is back and how!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Aug 2008 | 7:04 am Tamil radio jockey eyes world recordA popular Tamil radio jockey (RJ) is aiming to enter the Guinness Book of World Records by attempting to stay on the air non-stop for over 136 hours.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 5:00 am Sohail Khan willing to play second fiddle to brothersActor Sohail Khan says he loves experimenting for his brothers Salman and Arbaaz and adds that he doesn't crave to be recognised as an actor outside his home turf.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 2:31 am Big B to shave off beard for 'Pa'?Director R. Balakrishna of 'Cheeni Kum' fame has once again teamed up with Amitabh Bachchan in 'Pa' and says he is giving the legendary actor a complete makeover. Big B is said to have agreed to cast off his beard for this emotional drama.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 2:30 am I'm envious of Akshay Kumar: Suniel ShettyAfter 16 years in the film industry, actor-producer Suniel Shetty says he is jealous of Akshay Kumar as the latter has shaped up his career wisely over the years.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 2:30 am I don't like anyone judging my mother: Ranbir KapoorThough Bollywood's new chocolate hero Ranbir Kapoor admires his father immensely, he is uncomfortable with people judging his mother.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 2:30 am Minissha Lamba loves criticising herselPetite actress Minissha Lamba, whose vibrant look in 'Bachna Ae Haseeno' is being appreciated, says she keeps criticising herself on her on-screen presence.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Aug 2008 | 2:30 am Sherlyn Chopra may replace Jade Goody in 'Bigg Boss'With Jade Goody on her way back to Britain from Indian reality show 'Bigg Boss' afSource: India News | 20 Aug 2008 | 2:06 am Its official - Pyramid Saimira and Rajkamal to produce Marma YogiPyramid Saimira and Kamal Haasans production house Rajakamal Films International are coming together for Marma Yogi. A formal agreement has been entered with this regard in Chennai.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 20 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am Age of multiple characters?Following the foot steps of Kamal and Rajni from the Southern Kollywood, Northern Bollywood, plunges into multiple role sensation after actress Priyanka Chopra dares to play twelve different roles that represent twelve Zodiac signs.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 20 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am London Dreams sold for a dream priceVipul Shah would be a happy person after realizing his strength of direction skill that even fetches an ever sold price for his yet to shot film London Dreams. It is now officially confirmed that a deal for the film including Satellite, theatrical, video and music rights crossed a billion INR mark.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 20 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am C Kkompany Press Meet [Gallery]Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 20 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am Singh welcomed by Tornonto Film FestivalIt cannot get better for the block buster SINGH IS KING.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 20 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am Mani Ratnam takes on RamayanaWhen Prakash Jha is busy thinking about his modern big screen adaptation of the epic Mahabharata, Mani Ratnam is to bring out a film based on the other immortal epic Ramayana on to the big screen.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 20 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am Mallika Magic on Star Voice of IndiaMadame Mallike Sherawat surely knows how to draw maximum eyeballs, especially when her film release is around the corner. With Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam releasing this Friday, Mallika is leaving no stone unturned to publicize and promote the film. Mallika shot for a special episode of the singing reality show Star Voice of India. Needless to say the participants and audience went hysterical seeing the diva herself. Mallika who plays 'Anarkali' in the film had to choose her 'Salim' and after watching everyone's performances she chose Zakir as her 'Salim' and even gifted him a ring. Needless to say he was maha-thrilled by her gesture. Mallika, who looked sizzling hot in a red dress, was even seen cheering judge Sukhwinder as he bogeyed. This fun-filled episode airs on August 22 at 10:00 pm IST.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Aug 2008 | 4:01 pm Sukhwinder to sing for Hollywood filmHindi cinema's super singer Sukhwinder Singh is all set to ride the Hollywood wave afSource: India News | 19 Aug 2008 | 3:37 pm All you wanted to know about Maan Gaye Mughall-E-AzamRahul Bose and Mallika Sherawat's chemistry worked wonders in Pyar Ke Side Effects and the film turned out to be one of the surprise hits of that year. After entertaining one and all with their antics, Rahul and Mallika are back along with some more talented actors like Paresh Rawal and Kay Kay Menon in this week's new release Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam. Don't go by the title of this one, as this one ain't anyway remotely connected to the original classic. In fact as the tagline says, Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam is about a Mission, Mohabbat, Madness and much more. Directed by well known writer turned director Sanjay Chhel, this one promises to be a complete entertainer. Bollywood Hungama brings you all that you wanted to know about Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam and much more only in this exclusive section. Preview Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam is a mad, contemporary comedy about how a small town drama company gets involved in a deadly mission to save the... More... Music Reviews Classic track Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya from Mughal E Azam gets it's modern day disco avtar the moment Mallika Sherawat comes to fore. What surprise... More... News - "There was a time when I'd do anything to get media attention" - Mallika - Paresh Rawal stars in an International Film titled The Virgin Goat - "It made sense to move C Kkompany" - Tusshar Features - "I was serious about Mallika being root cause of global warming" - Paresh Rawal Gallery Movie Wallpapers Movie Stills - First Look: Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam - Movie Screensavers: Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam - On the sets: Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam Broadband Theatrical Trailer (Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam) Audio Release Of 'Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam' - Sanjay Speaks About 'Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam' - Teaser 1 (Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam) - Title Song (Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam)Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Aug 2008 | 2:21 pm FDCI appoints Tridib Sengupta as COOAfter having closely worked with designer Rohit Bal, fashion impresario Tridib Sengupta has been appointed as the chief operating officer (COO) of the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI).Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 19 Aug 2008 | 2:02 pm Jade Goody leaves Big BossTwenty-seven year old Jade Goody pulled out of the reality show Big Boss Season 2,Source: India News | 19 Aug 2008 | 12:50 pm ''I'd love to do Hancock because he is a superhero without a mask'' - Sonu SoodThe name of Rajkumar Sujmal has become so synonymous with Sonu Sood is proof enough of his powerful acting in the Ashutosh Gowarikerâs magnum opus Jodhaa Akbar. Thatâs the magic of this man called Sonu Sood, whose performance in every film has made him stand apart amongst all others. Yet another jewel was added in this actorâs crown in the form of âLuckyâ, the underworld's don in the seasonâs mega blockbuster flick Singh Is Kinng. And for all those who got the opportunity to chat with this hunk par excellence on Bollywood Hungama Celebrity Chat...congrats. And for the rest of those who missed it, need not lose hope as we bring to you the exclusive excerpts of the chat. A must read⦠Sonu Sood: Hi guys n gals Rhea: Are u in the video of Snoop Dogg as well? Sonu Sood: Rhea, no, I am not ...its Akshay and Snoop Dogg niki998: Is it daunting to work with such established actors like Akshay? How do u feel? Sonu Sood: i always worked with established actors be it Hrithik, Ash in Jodhaa Akbar or Abhishek in yuva...however i have always believed in my roles and been appreciated for the same...i am sure my role in Singh is Kinng will only take it further Rhea: hi sonu whatâs ur role in the film Sonu Sood: Rhea i play Lucky SIngh...the Kinng of Australia who is the most powerful person in Australia and still very much connected with his roots in Punjab Rhea: hi sonu whatâs ur role in the film Sonu Sood: Rhea i play Lucky SIngh...the Kinng of Australia who is the most powerful person in Australia and still very much connected with his roots in Punjab Nadiim: hi sonu..Iâm from Mauritius. I just wanna tell you that I really like your performance in Jodhaa Akbar. I watched this movie 3 times only because of you. I want to ask you how was that experience working with Ash, Hrithik and Ashutosh Gowariker..?? Sonu Sood : thank you very much nadiim...its a blessing to be a part of a film, which has names like Ashutosh, Hrithik and Ash....you get to learn a lot from them as they are the best in their own craft. Lara: according to u, whatâs the best aspect of SIK? Sonu Sood: Birds of a feather flock together...Akshay and me had a lot of common interests....be it fitness...playing pranks on co-stars and the same Punjabi background so we used to always talk in Punjabi. Waseem: hey, Are u dancing in the film SIK? Sonu Sood: yea everything has been cleared and every Singh in the country is waiting for the film and I am sure that after watching the film they will feel like King. Nadiim: what is your favorite song in Singh is Kinng?? Sonu Sood: the title track of Singh is Kinng. prince007: hello sonu ... i liked u in Jodhaa Akbar.. Looking forward to SIK ... which scene frm the movie u liked? ... how was ur experience with Anees, Vipul, Akshay and others? Sonu Sood: Anees is one of the finest directors in our country....he listens to his actors a lot...any suggestions are always welcome...again Vipul shah is a producer who makes the film look very grand...so i think the combination is awesome. Azzyy boy: hi dear, so what did u learn from Akshay? Sonu Sood: I think Akshay has tremendous energy level on the sets...he is always on his toes...that make a film look different ...i learnt that one should always be focused when on sets. Azzyy boy : hi dear, so what did u learn from Akshay? Sonu Sood: I think Akshay has tremendous energy level on the sets...he is always on his toes...that make a film look different ...i learnt that one should always be focused when on sets. Rhea: hi, u r very handsome, i had seen one of ur films with Ayesha Takia and Nagarjuna...really liked it. Sonu Sood: thank you very much Rhea...that was my Telugu film...it has got some brilliant action..., which is very close to my heart. Azzyy boyy: hi sood, you are very handsome man, from where did u learn to act? Sonu Sood: azzyyy boyyy in my Nagpur days during my engineering i used to do some amateur theatre but i think my zeal to get into films made me to get into acting. Nash: what are your next films apart frm Singh is kinng? And what is your role in Singh is kinng?? Sonu Sood: the next film after Singh is Kinng...is Rajshri's film Ek vivaah Aisa Bhi and a film with UTV Motion Pictures called Dhoondhte Reh Jaoge with Paresh Rawal and Soha Ali Khan Nash: hi what is Neha Dhupia's role in the film? Sonu Sood: nash,...Neha plays Julie, an aspiring actress in Bollywood who wants to make it big in Bollywood with the connection of Kinng ( my character ) Nash: so who is paired opposite u in SIK Sonu Sood: there is no romantic angle to my character...but there is a great connection of Punjab with this character, which always brings him back to his roots. Akshay: hey Sonu, congrats for Jodhaa Akbar and good luck for SIK. What is there in the pipeline?? Sonu Sood: yes, there is lot of me you will see on screen in Oct and Nov Shazia...with Dhoondhte Reh Jaoge and Ek Vivaah Aisa Bhi...i am also starting in action film of J P Dutta. Shazia: hey, Iâm ur biggest fan, ur so dam cute n i love ur deep voice,, u acted so superb in Jodhaa Akbar, i just fell in luv wit u... i cant wait 4 SIK... uâll rock Sonu Sood: i gave my best Shazia...and i am sure i will live up to your expectations. sandeep113: hello sonu how is Ayesha takia, nagarjuna as co stars, and how did u train for the stunts in that film? Sonu Sood: i was trained before i entered in this line.... Ayesha and Nagarjuna are great people to work with and we had lot of fun on the sets Gool: What Singh is Kinng is all about? Is it a slapstick comic film? Sonu Sood: no its not a slapstick comedy film...its about emotions of people living away from homes...its about the styling and its a situational comedy with lots of action in it. shazia: can u do more Bollywood, my friends n i jus luv u n wanted to see u more on screen... r u married if not can u marry me plzzzz... ur so cute. Sonu Sood: send me your pictures Shazia and then Iâll think Gool: Are u doing any daredevil stunts like Akshay in the film? Sonu Sood: yeah there is a jump from the 75th floor of a building, which is the opening scene of the film...so reach the theatres early, and dont miss it. Gool: Are u doing any daredevil stunts like Akshay in the film? Sonu Sood: yeah there is a jump from the 75th floor of a building, which is the opening scene of the film...so reach the theatres early, and dont miss it. Adnan: hi sonu.. wats ur mantra to stay fit? Sonu Sood: i work out for 2 hours ...jog a lot and eat only healthy food. Nadiim: .what are your hobbies..?? Sonu Sood: i love playing the guitar...watch lots of movies. SK: Hi if you wud be given a role of a super hero would u do it? Sonu Sood: i d love to do Hancock because he is the superhero without a mask. Gool: How was it working with Om Puri? Sonu Sood: me and Om Puriji had earlier worked in yuva and, since we are from the same background we connect very well. Cool Sonu: Did he edit your role as we hear rumors? Sonu Sood: no i have seen the film and, whatever is shot still remains ...but few scenes were missing but I am sure Akshay is not the person behind it Cool Sonu. Did he edit your role as we hear rumors? Sonu Sood: no i have seen the film and, whatever is shot is still remains ...but few scenes were missing but I am sure Akshay is not the person behind it Gool: Sonu u rocked in Aashiq Banaya Aapne, they say Tanushree is tyrant is it so? Sonu Sood: i think Tanushree is one of the finest persons i have come across...very easy to work...all things said about her are not true. Sports rules: hey Mr.Sood, whatâs the high point of ur career acc to u? Sonu Sood: i think with every film you grow...but Jodhaa Akbar was definitely a high point in my career. Rishab: hi sonu. Who to you consider the ultimate romancer in films? Sonu Sood: after me its SRK :) sandeep113: hey sonu...i liked ur work in JODHAA-AKBAR, whts ur experience working with HRITHIK? Sonu Sood: Hrithik is a great co- star and a very fine human being. Sports rules: what is the latest Hollywood flick that you have really loved? Sonu Sood: Blood Diamond. sandeep113: how different is Hrithik and Akshay from each other? Sonu Sood: Akshay is more of fun on the sets and Hrithik is more disciplined. Sports rules: whatâs your fav sport? Sonu Sood: my fav sport is cricket. sandeep113: is there any actress in B-Town that u have a crush on? Sonu Sood: i used to have a crush on Sridevi but most of the current actresses are my co stars. priya64: So, is there any actress you'd love to work with? Sonu Sood: i would love to work with Kajol. Gool: have u seen the Dark Knight? Sonu Sood: i have been trying to watch Dark Knight ...since the past 10 days but have been really busy with Singh is Kinng promotion...maybe will catch it this week. iya64: how does it feel to work with Neha Dhupia in SHEESHA and, now in Singh is kinng?? Sonu Sood: Neha is a great friend...and in Australia we had a lot of fun and did a lot of shopping...since we both are from North we both connect very well. Ajeng: hi, sonu Iâm from Indonesia. i liked ur performance in Aashiq Banaya Aapne Sonu Sood: thank you very much ajeng...do watch Singh is Kinng. priya64: would u like to be part of any reality shows? There are so many going shows on tv at the moment so which one u preferred? Sonu Sood: i love watching them but would love to stay away from them. Nadiim: what are your expectation from Singh is kinng?? Sonu Sood: Singh is Kinng is going to be the biggest blockbuster of the year. Nadiim: what are your expectation from Singh is kinng?? Sonu Sood: Singh is Kinng is going to be the biggest blockbuster of the year. ANU: hi sonu- how do you handle fame? Sonu Sood: still miles to go Anu...but i would love to be grounded always. Nadiim: bye sonu gonna go now..Just wana wish you, best of luck for your career and gonna catch you tomorrow for first day first show of Singh is kinng, khuda hafeez Sonu Sood: pls donât miss the beginning, nadiim for my sake ANU: you're one of my favorite actors :) I wish you all the best for your forthcoming films- love you! Sonu Sood: thank you vey much Anu...pls keep loving me always. priya64: ur fav actor of this industry? So nu Sood: Mr Bachchan...because of his discipline and focus. priya64: any past Bollywood movies wud u love to be part of?? Or Hollywood? Sonu Sood: Deewar priya64: ur fav Hollywood star? Sonu Sood: Tom Cruise priya64: what kind of car do u drive? Sonu Sood: i drive a Ford Endeavor, priya. Saad: Sonu ur acting was great in Jodha Akbar, and you have one of the amazing built, any inspirations? And any thought on salman khan? Sonu Sood: thank you Saad...Sylvester Stallone was my inspiration in college when i started working out...salman is a very fit guy and is an inspiration for most of the youngsters in India. Saad: Sonu ur acting was great in Jodha Akbar, and you have one of the amazing built, any inspirations? And any thought on salman khan? Sonu Sood: thank you Saad...Sylvester Stallone was my inspiration in college when i started working out...salman is a very fit guy and is an inspiration for most of the youngsters in India. priya64: if not an actor what wud u have become? Sonu Sood: i became an Engineer...Iâm from a business family background...was always destined to be an actor and thatâs how i landed here. ANU: if you had to compare yourself to anyone else in the industry, who would it be and why? By the way- you're hot! Sonu Sood: i would not like to compare myself with anyone else...i just want to register my presence the way I am. Shazia: well, i wish u all the best and i hope u do bigger n better films n become a huge star, which in my mind u r already... tell us any funny moments on the shoot. Sonu Sood: thanks for your love and wishes shazia, we always used to play pranks on our co stars and they were running away from us on the sets...we troubled Katrina a lot with our Punjabi. Sonu Sood: Guys got to rush...it was great chatting with you...thanks for logging in...Donât miss watching Singh is Kinng and you will be thoroughly entertained...Cheers Sonu.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Aug 2008 | 12:31 pm BLOG - Going gay in BollywoodMUMBAI (Reuters) - A lot of taboos are being broken in Bollywood today. Kissing on screen is no longer frowned upon. Protagonists actually have grey shades. Having live-in relationships and pre-marital sex is no longer the preserve of villains.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 19 Aug 2008 | 12:02 pm Hansika meets with an accidentHansika met with an accident recently while on her way to the shoot of her film Maska near Banjara Hills in Hyderabad. Luckily, Hansika escaped unharmed except for an injury to her hand. She was immediately taken to a hospital and after tending to her hand, was released in an hour. By now its common knowledge that Hansika has been busy managing her time shooting for Bollywood films and South films (not to mention also squeezing in some time for academics too). The thorough professional that she is, she didn't want to waste an entire day and turned up for the shoot despite being asked to take a day off. Must say, this attitude of hers will indeed help her go a long way in the days to come.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 19 Aug 2008 | 11:22 am
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