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Darsheel Safary signs Priyadarshan's filmDarsheel Safary, the boy who made you laugh and cry in his debut movie "Taare ZameenSource: India News | 27 Aug 2008 | 4:35 pm Jeetendra and Tusshar's act of benevolence for stray dogs on 10 Ka DumSalman Khan's game show 10 Ka Dum has seen a host of celebrities making their presence felt. Most of them usually time their appearance coinciding with their film release and hence it serves as a good way to create publicity for their film. In the recent past, Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif were seen on the show during the time Singh is Kinng released and later on, even the Bachna Ae Haseeno cast (except Bipasha Basu) played 10 Ka Dum with Sallu bhai. Now this week, as Balaji Motion Pictures' laugh-riot C Kkompany opens across cinemas, the baap-beta jodi of Jeetendra and Tusshar Kapoor would be seen playing the game with Salman Khan. The episode not only promises a lot of fun but also spreads a social message as the father-son duo decide to give away their winnings to support the cause of welfare of stray dogs through PETA. Jeetendra even went on to say, "The city has a problem of stray dogs. We have to find ways to help them. Where is the space in the city to house them? I am doing my bit for them. In my Balaji office premises, we have reserved some space for stray dogs and have even employed people to take care of them. And now with the money I have won, I am sure my dear ones are going to have some better facilities." The camaraderie between Jeetendra , Tusshar and Salman is something you don't want to miss. To catch all the fun and action of this special episode, check out 10 Ka Dum this Saturday (Aug 30) on Sony Entertainment Television at 9 pm IST.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 27 Aug 2008 | 3:43 pm Mushtaq Sheikh on his new book 'Shah Rukh Can'Having started his career as a journalist, Mushtaq Sheikh has indeed come a long way. From writing exclusive columns in film magazines to writing scripts for popular K-serials to writing the story of one of the country's biggest blockbusters Om Shanti Om, Mushtaq has indeed done it all. However, Mushtaq is still best known as the author of Shah Rukh Khan's biography- 'Still Reading Khan'. His proximity with the country's biggest superstar is something that's known to one and all. He even wrote the coffee-table book on 'The Making of Asoka' and 'The Making of Om Shanti Om'. Now after having already penned a book on the life of SRK, Mushtaq is ready to release yet another book on the superstar and this time it's called 'Shah Rukh Can'. In an exclusive chat with Bollywood Hungama, this talented writer speaks about what readers can expect from his new book, his proximity with SRK and his future plans. Is it true that you have written yet another book on SRK called 'Shah Rukh Can'? Yes, the book will be released in a month's time. The exact date has yet not been finalized. You had earlier penned his biography 'Still Reading Khan', what is different this time around? 'Shah Rukh Can' is the paperback version of 'Still Reading Khan'. This book is an updated version of my coffee table book. Shah Rukh is a non-stop machine, he does hundred things each day, to keep up, it's next to impossible but I am trying to do so in the form of my book. The other aspect was that many people had complained to me that reading my earlier biography in the form of a 4 kg coffee table book took a toll on their backbone so I decided to make things easy for many. So this book will be easy on your eyes, your back bone and your wallet (laughs). So in a nutshell, 'Shah Rukh Can' is all things good condensed into one compact book. I have tried to capture the magic of Shah Rukh Khan between the covers of my book. And I sincerely hope and pray to Allah that I have succeeded, because dealing with someone else's life story and telling it as honestly as possible is a huge task. I have tried to capture the magic of Shah Rukh Khan between the covers of my book. What made you come up with this idea? Lots of my fans have been writing in to say that my coffee table book is too cumbersome to handle. In fact, I have complaints from women who say they could not even take my book to bed with them. (Laughs) So this idea came to me. There was a lot to add. A year has passed since I released the coffee table. It's already done exceptionally well and now I thought that I should push the envelope and make the book available to a larger chunk of people. I have complaints from women who say they could not even take my book to bed with them. You are known to be very close to Shah Rukh Khan...How did you first get to know him? I met Shah Rukh more than a decade ago when I was a journalist. I met him up for an interview and the rest is publishing history as they say. How much has SRK cooperated during the making of this book? The book would have been impossible without his cooperation. The only care I took was to curb my temptation and not ask too many questions and irritate him. The advantage you have when you know someone well is that you don't have to re-check many issues. You already know most things. What I had to be careful about is that I didn't take advantage of my friendship with the man. And that's always a tough one. It becomes unfair to harrow someone too much and more so if it's a man who's every second has been pre-booked for the next five years. The advantage you have when you know someone well is that you don't have to re-check many issues. You already know most things Is there a grand function for the release? I have made a habit of releasing my book as if it's a film premiere. Every launch party seems to take a toll on me. They seem to tire me more than the whole process of writing and putting together a book. So this time I am going the more conventional route of having a book reading session, the details of which are not really planned as of now⦠Heard this time over, you are targeting the cyber space in a big way? Yes, I am because I have always realized the potential of the net and the way the world reaches out to you here on cyber space. The same process takes time in the brick and mortar land. But it happens in an instant on the web. My publisher, OM Books International, is going hammer and tongs on the net simply because the whole book loving clan seems to be surfing the net these days. The day my publisher www.om-books.com opened pre-orders on their site there has already been a thunderous response. Be it Russia, Germany, Australia, Hong Kong or Japan, I am getting pre-orders from everywhere. As an author I don't think I can ask for more. Can I? Shah Rukh Can is priced at a modest 395 Rs. Anybody who aspires to get more from life should read this book. So my target audience is anyone who wants to be inspired. How much is it priced at and who is it targeted at? As I said earlier, this time I am keeping it very affordable and easy on your wallet. It's a modest 395 rupees. Shah Rukh's life has to be devoured by anyone who wants to make a difference. Who does not want to make it big? Who does not want to question destiny and demand more from it? We all do. Shah Rukh is one such exemplary example and anybody who aspires to get more from life should read this book. So my target audience is anyone who wants to be inspired. And finally the last questionâ¦You also co-wrote the story /screenplay of OSO, what else are you working on now with regards to films? I am currently working on Priyadarshan's next film Billo Barber starring Irrfan Khan and Shah Rukh and I am having the blast of a life time. I am today working with people who I have always looked upto and admired. Could not ask for more from life...actually hold that thought; let's hope for the super success of Om Shanti Om for every film I write (laughs).Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 27 Aug 2008 | 3:38 pm Tom Cruise's film in legal trouble
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 27 Aug 2008 | 2:40 pm "For Mukhbiir, I went into rigorous research" - Mani ShankarThe guru of techno-savvy cinema, Mani Shankar, is ready with his fourth Hindi film Mukhbiir. Mani discusses his cinema with Subhash K Jha From the outside it seems Mukhbiir enters a world we've never seen before... The world of Indian espionage is a very grey zone. No one knows much about it. When I did my other film 16 December about the Indian Intelligence services I had taken the active support of the intelligence departments. Again for Mukhbiir, I went into rigorous research. When you make a film about verifiable branches of the government service you had better get your facts right. In Mukhbiir, we've actually used information about the Indian espionage service from the fields. You started your Hindi film career with a bang⦠You could say that. Business Today ranked 16 December among the Top 10 grossers of 2002. It grossed Rs. 14.2 crores when it was made at a budget of Rs 2 crores. In fact, my two subsequent films Rudraksh and Tango Charlie also economized way beyond what people saw on screen. It's a filmmaker's biggest concern to deliver the biggest bang for the buck. So the producer can laugh all the way to the 'bang'. I generally cut out all that's not being seen in the film. Until I hand over the film to the producer, I'm the producer. And I make sure I use the resources to the optimum. That's true of Mukhbiir as well. You're the guru of techno-savvy cinema. How did that happen? I'm a qualified engineer. In fact, a filmmaker should be knowledgeable about every department of filmmaking. For many of my music videos I was the cinematographer. Now, I know in one glance if a frame needs correction. Such across-the-board knowledge speeds the process of filmmaking. If, for instance, you bring on the special effects guys from outside they slow down the process. When I'm in charge I can take instant decisions. This certainly helps economize. According to me there're two aspects to filmmaking. The art and the craft. One without the other is useless. I felt I needed to get a better grasp on my art. I've done so in Mukhbiir. How did Mukhbiir originate? The story started in my mind in 1996 when I was in Kashmir shooting for an anti-militancy music video for the Intelligence Bureau. I encountered a young Intelligence recruit who had been captured by militants and tortured non-stop-he had cigarette burn- marks all over his back and shoulder. This boy was left on the streets by our government because it had no more use for him. This boy wandered on the streets of Kashmir waiting to be shot. That's where my story for Mukhbiir originated. I wanted to make a film about a boy standing in the last line in the game of politics that never gets the credit but finally gets the bullet...the so-called expendables whose life span in Intelligence work is 2-3 years. The facts that I found out about these boys all below the age of 20, all looking for thrills, who die in anonymity were stunning. Do you know they're sometimes finally killed by the government Intelligence when these boys are no longer useful? Sometimes they are traded off, other times they're bumped off. In Mukhbiir, Sammir Dattani plays one such government informer. Om Puri plays the 'handler' employed to training motivating and de-briefing the trainee. The emotional relationship between Om and Sammir is also a key to the film's theme. The emotion and pace go hand in hand. Mukhbiir is an honest commercial film. Though I've broken all formula my ticket-paying audience won't feel cheated. Your earlier films were guilty of too much research too little emotions. I admit to this. There was an overt focus on plot. One lives and learns. I like my other films too, though audiences couldn't follow Rudraksh. But in Mukhbiir I've been able to create a fine blend of plot and characters, and research and emotions. Mukhbiir is a biographical story of a boy's journey. All that Sammir's characters wants is to have an identity, have a girlfriendâ¦a simple normal life. But he can't do these things. What prompted you to sign Sammir Dattani for the central role? We chose him after a massive hunt. He then underwent a rigorous training. It was basically the right face. I feel that's half the battle of casting. You may be a phenomenal actor. But you don't have to be right for every role. If you've the correct face you can move the audience to tears with a silent expression. That was the case with Sammir. Though he has done only a handful of films, he's a very competent actor. Sammir has given a sterling performance. After Mukhbiir people will look at him and say, 'Wow we didn't know he's this good.' The women in the audience will just want to hug him to their bosom. I believe cultural and religious identities are crucial to the hero's character in Mukhbiir. Yes. Sammir's character holds the Mother Goddess close to his heart and yet he has to convert himself totally to Islam. The character even undergoes a circumcision. He finally believes in the one-ness of God and dies a Muslim. When he converts, he converts with his whole heart. Do you foresee a controversy? Sammir's character does what has to be doneâ¦just as I made the film that had to be made. I'm totally excited by the journey into the unknown. Tomorrow I don't want to make what someone, including me, made yesterday. I like to go to the unexplored territory, like Ulysses.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 27 Aug 2008 | 1:03 pm "Response to Karzzzz has been overwhelming" - Himesh ReshammiyaDownload Karzzzz wallpapers Much awaited music for Karzzzz has just hit the stands and Himesh Reshammiya is eagerly awaiting response for his 19 songs album. In fact before the music release, Himesh even visited Shrinathji temple to seek blessings from his holy God. Anxious about his return to celluloid after more than a year, Himesh arrives again in the triple role of an actor, composer and singer with Karzzzz, the publicity of which has started on top gear from Day 1 itself. "By the grace of God, the response on the promos and the songs has been overwhelming to say the least. We have already unleashed as many as three numbers - 'Lut Jaon', 'Tandoori Nights' and 'Hari Om' - in a week's time itself, something which has been unprecedented since the norm is to space out the release of two tracks. However, the entire team of Karzzzz is supremely confident about both movie as well as the music of Karzzzz due to which we have plenty to offer to our audience in weeks to come", says Himesh from Udaipur where he is shooting at Devigarh Palace for Pooja Bhatt's Kajrare. Talking about his visit to Shrinathji temple, Himesh divulges, "Shrinathji are my Holy God and I visit this temple once every 4 months. It is my good fortune that I took blessings from my Lord on the auspicious occasion of the music release of my album. It is only going to get more and more hectic as the release date comes nearer." With 17th October being announced as the release date for the film, there are exactly 50 days more to go. "And you would see a lot happening in due course of time", adds a source from T-Series, "There is so much software waiting to be exposed to the audience in time to come. We have combined some key scenes and dialogues in the song promos of Karzzzz; an attempt which has been widely appreciated. It has managed to arouse quite some curiosity around the project which is going to be the biggest this season. Now with six more songs to go, and the highlight track 'Ek Kaseena Thi' being the biggest of all, it is going to be Karzzzz wave all the way this season." A T-Series production which is directed by Satish Kaushik, Karzzzz comes with an interesting tagline of 'Vengeance Is Back', hence justifying the theme of the film. Marking the debut of Shweta Kumar as the leading lady opposite Himesh Reshammiya, this remake of Subhash Ghai namesake film also stars Urmila Matondkar, Danny Denzongpa, Gulshan Grover and Dino Morea.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 27 Aug 2008 | 12:30 pm Macca douses Carl Bruni's TV gloryLondon (ANI): Carla Bruni is all set to make her British TV singing debut on the popular music show 'Later with Jools Holland', however, her live act could be overshadowed by Sir Paul McCartney's new venture. McCartney is set to headline the September's show with the first performance of 'The ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:57 am Madonna forced out of her gymLondon (ANI): Queen of Pop Madonna has been forced out of her personal gym by a bunch of leering workmen. The 'Material Girl' hitmaker, who spends a reported three hours a day pounding the treadmill, spent a whopping 12 million pounds converting the Georgian house next door to her home ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:53 am Darsheel signs Priyadarshan's film
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:48 am Rihanna fires her business managerNew Delhi (ANI): Barbadian singer Rihanna has allegedly fired her business manager after discovering that she only has 20,000 dollars left in her bank account. The 20-year-old pop star has accused manager Patricia Williams of stealing her money, reports the China Daily.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:46 am Kareena on her best friend SaifBold and beautiful Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor has given a reason why the words 'just friends' sound cliche. She said that her boyfriend Saif Ali Khan is her best friend.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:44 am Chiranjeevi remembers his penniless days
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:26 am Neha Dhupia happy to shun sex symbol tag
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:16 am Rock On team on the cover of Rolling StoneThey first created a sensation of sorts by having the Music Maestro A.R. Rahman himself on the cover of the Indian edition of the smash hit music magazine 'Rolling Stone'. Now 'Rolling Stone India' have attempted a yet another coup of sorts. In their September issue, they have got the entire team of the most awaited film of the season: Rock On! Bollywood Hungama exclusively brings you the cover of the September edition of 'Rolling Stone India' featuring the Rock On team. This issue provides an exclusive behind the scene look at Farhan Akhtar's much nourished film. And the reason to put them on the cover was due to the reason that Rock On is India's first film made on rock music and revolves around a rock band. The issue also carries article featuring a classy photo shoot involving the four lead actors --- Farhan, Arjun Rampal, Luke Kenny and Purab Kohli, and the trio of Shankar, Ehsaan & Loy who have scored the movie's rock based music. The cover story package also features a personal diary of the film by Luke Kenny, who is a musician by profession, and is also a Rolling Stone's Contributing Editor! We are sure that the cover story and the cover snap are good enough for you to get transported into a different planet altogether! If that was not enough, this issue also carries an interview with none other then the 'livewire' Hard Kaur, India's first female rapper! So this exclusive sneak peek is for all the restless souls as you will have to wait till you get your hands on this issue. Till the time the issue hits the stands, feast your eyes with this exclusive cover snap of the September issue!Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:05 am Singh is Kinng continues to reign overseas
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 27 Aug 2008 | 11:02 am Rani severes ties with beau Aditya - Oneindia
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 27 Aug 2008 | 10:49 am Akashagopuram to go abroadIt seems that Malayalam cinema is following the path of Bollywood and Kollywood films by releasing in foreign markets. Akashagopuram, which is the highest-budgeted Malayalam movie so far, will be releasing in select foreign cities. Apparently, the producers believe that it is important to tap the foreign markets to recoup ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 10:41 am Rani severes ties with beau AdityaNot much has been heard of Rani Mukherjee, the once 'Rani of Bollywood'. She ruled Bollywood a couple of years ago but the story is not the same anymore. The rumours of her affair with filmmaker Aditya Chopra seems to have affected her career. Now, her love life too seems ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 10:40 am Dileep's hopes on Run Gopala RunDileep's Run Gopala Run, in which he is acting as an independent hero after the disappointing Mulla, will start shooting in the first week of September. The film, by young director Deepu Karunakaran, had run into a lot of problems right after its announcement in in March. The film was ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 10:34 am Mohanlal comments on KuselanMalayalam superstar Mohanlal has a few observations about his South Indian colleague Rajinikant's latest movie Kuselan (Kathanayukudu in Telugu) which has unexpectedly failed to impress audiences and lead the box office race, despite the huge success of its original Malayalam version Katha Parayumbol written by veteran Sreenivasan. Mohanlal observed that ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 10:29 am What is Amisha Patel cooking these days?He stomach certainly seems the way to a man's heart especially in Amisha Patel's case. The actress is learning to cook different kinds of dishes and even go grocery shopping. All because industrialist beau Kanav Puri is a big foodie. Amisha says, "Kanav is the only man I've cooked for. ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 10:29 am Lohan's pal Samantha pal to pen tell all tomeWashington (ANI): Lindsay Lohan's close friend Samantha Ronson is reportedly in talks to pen a tell-all tome. A source close to club DJ Ronson said: "Well, she's certainly telling friends she's planning to write a book."Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 10:28 am Jade Goody ignored cancer warnings for Bigg Boss - Oneindia
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 10:00 am "C Kkompany is like Hera Pheri meeting Munnabhai" - Sachin YardiFirst time director Sachin Yadri can't hide his excitement as the D-day arrives closer. Though he has written two diverse films like Traffic Signal and Kya Kool Hai Hum, both of which had worked at the box office, Sachin plays the double role of a writer as well as a director for the first time with C Kkompany. "If I have to describe C Kkompany in one line, I would say that it is like Hera Pheri meeting Munnabhai. The film has a strong humor quotient to it but then in its own subtle way also conveys a message", says Sachin who promises that his debut film is very contemporary in the way it has been shot and packaged. Though Traffic Signal obviously belonged to an altogether different sensibility, are there are any Kya Kool Hai Hum influences in C Kkompany since they both belong to comic genre? "Not at all", Sachin is prompt in replying, "You won't find any traces of a Kya Kool Hai Hum or even the wild humor of Apna Sapna Money Money or One Two Three, both of which though were quite successful at the box office. Here, proceedings are very true to life, just like they happened in films by Sai Paranjpe or Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Of course I can't be comparing myself with such esteemed filmmakers but the point is that C Kkompany is a very clean comedy and does not hit below the belt", clarifies Sachin who has managed to wrap up the project in quick time. So what's the USP of the film? "It's characters which are very much identifiable", says Sachin without blinking an eyelid, "In fact when you are introduced to Anupam Kher, Tusshar Kapoor and Rajpal Yadav, you would realize that they are common men with common issues which anyone of us could be facing. Though these characters are serious in nature, there are situations around them which lead to funny moments. You end up laughing at the situations, not the characters since they are much above them." Throwing light upon the much talked about spoof angle (there were reports that the film spoofs Ram Gopal Varma's D), Sachin sets the record straight, "C Kkompany is certainly not a spoof. Also, it is not a film about underworld. It is a film for an entire family and belongs to an altogether diverse genre. If you have loved the humor of films like Katha and Chashme Baddoor, you would at the least like C Kkompany as well."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 27 Aug 2008 | 9:28 am Praises galore for RGV - Times of India
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 6:07 am Darsheel Safary signs Priyadarshan's filmDarsheel Safary, the boy who made you laugh and cry in his debut movie 'Taare Zameen Par', will now star in multilingual director Priyadarshan's Hindi remake of an acclaimed Iranian film.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 27 Aug 2008 | 6:00 am Kashmir that I 'shot' has changed a lot: Sivan - Screen Weekly
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 5:09 am Suniel Shetty is bringing back 'Biggest Loser Jeetega'After the success of his reality show 'Biggest Loser Jeetega' on Sahara One, fitness freak Suniel Shetty is coming with the second season of the weight loss programme.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 27 Aug 2008 | 3:30 am Priyanka's former secy tries to get ‘close’ with her, arrested - Screen Weekly
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 27 Aug 2008 | 1:47 am DreamWorks deal marks big changes for BollywoodLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Indian media company Reliance ADA Group's expected deal to finance a new incarnation of the DreamWorks film studio signals broader changes for Bollywood moviemakers looking to reach Western audiences, experts said.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 27 Aug 2008 | 12:08 am Tale of Two FilmsDeveloping countries still lack with several facilities that include from basic to sophisticate in several areas of modern era.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 27 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am Those who see nudity will be happy with Sherlyns DARD, fumes Hema MaliniIt is a known fact that the slick n scandalous Dard-e-Sherlyn video is Sherlyn Chopras tribute to the original Dream Girl, Hema Malinis hit number Dard from Dus Numbri.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 27 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am From PHOONK to RAAZ - The most expensive horror movie ever madeThe bumper opening of Phoonk has taken everyone by surprise! 2008 is a special year for horror as a genre, as not only have the people started lapping up horror movies, but it is one of the few years where many talented directors are exploring the genre. Perhaps the most anticipated movie of this genre – Raaz – The Mystery Continues – will highlight the potential of this genre to the hilt.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 27 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am After MUMBAI MERI JAAN, RUSLAAN is another film on Mumbai train blastsRUSLAAN, the film revolving around train blasts in Mumbai on July 11th 2006 , has completed its shoot with the last schedule at Hazi Ali Shrine on August 20, 2008. Team has shot a song sequence at Hazi Ali. Song Maula Mere Maula is sung by master Salim and music is by Rais Khan.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 27 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am Nikita Anand - Back to nature!After Shilpa Shettys yogic success, upcoming actress Nikita Anand seems to be head over heels for the magic of natures remedies like Yoga and spiritual healing.The former Miss India who made a mark with last years sleeper hitSource: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 27 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am Sonu Sood breaks handi for DHOONDTE RAH JAAOGESonu Sood had a taste of the dahi-handi celebrations both on-screen and off-screen too. The actor was shooting over the weekend at the Kandivili Studios for UTVs Dhoondte Rah Jaaoge, directed by Umesh Shukla. Sonus co-stars including Soha Ali Khan and Paresh Rawal.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 27 Aug 2008 | 12:00 am Govt no to Sunday off for bunks - Times of India
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 26 Aug 2008 | 7:30 pm Fan passes 'Phoonk' test, says wasn't scaredNEW DELHI (Reuters) - A filmgoer in Bangalore booked an entire cinema for a screening of Ram Gopal Varma's "Phoonk" in a bid to prove he was brave enough to watch the horror film alone, a newspaper reported on Tuesday.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 26 Aug 2008 | 4:20 pm Rahul, Esha, Naseer, Paresh Rawal and Om Puri in Exchange OfferRahul Bose and Esha Deol star in Shivam Nair's next directorial venture titled Exchange Offer. The film was earlier titled Ghost Ghost Na Raha. The story is written by Urmi Juvekar and the film is being produced by PVR. Besides, Rahul and Esha, the film also has a very strong star cast which includes Naseerudin Shah, Paresh Rawal and Om Puri. The film also features Vatsal Sheth, the actor who made a rather forgettable debut with Tarzan - The Wonder Car. The film belongs to comedy genre and has a very urban feel to it. Sources also claim that such kind of film is being made for the first time in Bollywood. The film is currently being shot in Mumbai.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Aug 2008 | 4:12 pm Renuka Shahane to direct Pallavi Joshi in a Marathi film titled RitaThe one common factor that binds actresses Renuka Shahane and Pallavi Joshi (besides the fact that both are exceptionally exceptional actors) are their electrifying smiles. And it is going to be these smiles that are soon going to electrify the silver screens soon, courtesy Renuka Shahane's directorial debut Marathi film Rita, which is based on her mother Shanta Gokhale's novel. Renuka said that the reason why she chose Pallavi as the lead was because the film is a journey of a girl from the age of 17 to 40. So, Renuka wanted someone who would look convincing in this vast age group and also be a seasoned actress. The film is produced by Pooja Shetty. Readers may be aware of the fact that Renuka replaced Pallavi in the famous sitcom Imtihaan while Pallavi replaced Renuka in the world famous game show Antakshari. It will nothing be short of a visual delight to see both the golden actresses sharing the silver screen!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Aug 2008 | 3:36 pm Bappi Lahiri's hit song 'Jimmy Jimmy' features in Adam Sandler starrerEvery now and then, you hear music directors in Bollywood being accused of lifting tunes from international composers and foreign films. However this time, our music composers sure have a reason to be happy as one of our songs has been used in a Hollywood film. The song we are talking about is the hit number 'Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Aaja Aaja Aaja' from the Mithun Chakraborty starrer Disco Dancer. Now the same song is featured in the Adam Sandler film You Don't Mess with the Zohan. It may be recalled that the song was composed by ace composer Bappi Lahiri nearly 25 years ago Bollywood Hungama spoke to an elated Bappi Lahiri asking him how he felt about this feat. "It's a great feeling. I am naturally elated as this is the first time in history that a Bollywood music composer's two songs have made it big on the international circuit. After 'Kaliyon Ka Chaman' made it big internationally, now 'Jimmy Jimmy' is featured in the Hollywood film You Don't Mess with the Zohan. In fact the song 'Jimmy Jimmy' was first used as a remix by the band M.I.A. in their album last year. The song went on to become a big hit. Now with the song also being featured in a Hollywood film, it's a double success for all of us. It's a great day for celebration for any Indian. Its all thanks to your love and blessings", says the veteran music composer. Unlike last time when Bappi da had to file a case against Truth Hurts feat.Rakim for using his song 'Kaliyon Ka Chaman', this time the makers of You Don't Mess with the Zohan have given him due credit and needless to say Bappida is grinning from ear to ear.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Aug 2008 | 2:39 pm Shilpa upset with me for missing her birthday: Big BBollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan says that Shilpa Shetty, who performed with hSource: India News | 26 Aug 2008 | 12:00 pm
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