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Standing ovation for Dilip Kumar at awards ceremonyA standing ovation for thespian Dilip Kumar, who bagged the lifetime achievement award, and massive applause for Sanjay Dutt starrer 'Lagey Raho Munnabhai' took the centerstage at a glittering ceremony for the 54th National Film Awards 2006 on Tuesday.Source: Entertainment News | 3 Sep 2008 | 1:02 pm Rimi Sen desparate for big banners
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Sep 2008 | 11:36 am Rani Mukerji hates being called a Yash Raj heroineRani Mukerji is upset about being branded as a resident Yash Raj Films heroine despite having done a large number of films with the banner.Source: Entertainment News | 3 Sep 2008 | 11:32 am Bhandarkar donates prize money
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Sep 2008 | 8:58 am Shifted by 1 weekSAAS BAHU AUR SENSEX was confirmed for September 12 release, but the makers have decided to shift its release date by one week. The post-production work has been on schedule, no complaints. So why this sudden postponement? "Warner Bros. [presenters of SAAS BAHU AUR SENSEX] had confirmed September 12 as the domestic release and September 19 as the international release. However, we felt that the pirated DVDs would ruin the international business if we kept different dates for domestic and international release. So we decided to shift the domestic date by one week. That explains why SAAS BAHU AUR SENSEX is now arriving on September 19," director Shona Urvashi confirms.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 3 Sep 2008 | 7:28 am International version?Now that ROCK ON!! has found acceptance, there's talk that the film will be released all over again in key international markets. Sure, the film has had an international release, but rumours are rife that the makers will re-release the film with a shorter version and at places, by dubbing in English. There's another [bizarre] story doing the rounds as well. It seems, producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar have entrusted Abhishek Kapoor the responsibility of making the second instalment of ROCK ON 2 [sequel]. "Completely utrue. We have no such plans," producer Ritesh Sidhwani clarifies, "We're busy enjoying the success. Just can't think of anything else." Point noted!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 3 Sep 2008 | 7:22 am Ganesha gets a rousing welcome in Mumbai - Hindustan Times
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 6:56 am 'Tahaan' puts spotlight on life in KashmirNEW DELHI (Reuters Life!) - A new Bollywood film set in Indian Kashmir depicts life in the troubled region through the story of a boy's search for his beloved donkey, a departure from the industry's conflict-based, nationalist approach.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 3 Sep 2008 | 6:35 am Soha Ali Khan Comes Back With ‘99’ - TopNews
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 5:27 am Ganesh idol in Mumbai insured for Rs.26.5 mn - Times of India
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 4:24 am After her eviction from Bigg Boss, Rakhi Vijayan wants a ... - Indian Express
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 1:43 am Abhi-Ash to recreate the Amit-Jaya magic with ``!Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan are all set to bring their holy matrimony to the 70 mm screen with both of them agreeing to be a part of director Rajeev Menon`s remake of the classic film `Abhimaan` which starred the erstwhile of Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am PM releases book written by Kyndiah!Prime Minister Manmohan Singh released a book penned by his cabinet colleague P R Kyndiah here today.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am Bruni-Sarkozy to jam with Macca and Metallica !French first lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy is apparently enthralled to jam live with Paul McCartney and Metallica in an appearance on a British TV show.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am 54th National Film Awards given away!President Pratibha Patil gave away the 54th National Film Awards at Vigyan Bhawan on Tuesday evening.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am Vidya can look sexy too: Aki Narula !After being ridiculed for her oddball fashion sense, with the designers and media breathing fire down her neck, sultry beauty Vidya Balan is all smiles as the much needed fad encouragement has come her way from country`s acclaimed fashion designer Aki Narula.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am Rockwell didn`t want the lip-lock rendezvous with Kelly to end ever !If Sam Rockwell had his way he would not have ended his lip-locking scene with his `Trainspotting` co-star Kelly MacDonaldSource: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am Post Aishwarya, Abhishek is Salman`s new muse !Love him or hate him but you can`t ignore him. The saying holds true to controversy`s favourite child Salman Khan, who it seems will stop at nothing to win the heart of his ex-flame Aishwarya`s hubby Abhishek Bachchan. From giving courtesy calls to glorifying Bachchans in the media, Salman is now planning to gift Jr Bachchan a present that comes straight from his heart -- a self painted portrait of Abhi.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am Is Michael Jackson secretly dating Pamela Anderson? !King of pop Michael Jackson is in news again for his secret trysts with none other than Hollywood actress Pamela Anderson. The `Heal the World` hitmaker has already been on a few dates with the former `Baywatch` star in Malibu, but prefers to keep it strictly private. "It was all arranged by their people in total secrecy, very cloak and dagger,” The Mirror quoted a source, as saying.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am Siddharth walks out of Soha`s life and apartment!The trouble in Soha and Siddharth`s love paradise seems to be unending, the lovebirds have fought again with Siddharth (Sid) walking out on Soha. If this wasn`t all, the South Indian sensation made things worse by leaving Soha`s studio apartment in Bandra (where he stays every time he is in Mumbai).Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am Amitabh to be the first on cover of international fashion mag!There is no stopping for Superstar Amitabh Bachchan - the legend refuses to get cowed down by age or time. After his `Unforgettable Tour` met with a fantastic response, Big B is all set to be the first to be featured on the cover page of L`Official, a fashion and design magazine that will start an issue for men.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:08 am Exclusive Ganesh Chaturthi Specials!Exclusive Ganesh Chaturthi SpecialsSource: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:00 am A hardcore fan of GaneshaThe fast rising actress Bhiravi Goswami believes that the big idol of Ganesha kept in her home answers to all of her prayers.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 3 Sep 2008 | 12:00 am Naseeruddin promotes film on Mumbai local train - IBNLive.com
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 8:33 pm Floods delay arrest of fake art case accused - Times of India
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 7:55 pm Prez Pratibha awards 54th National Film Awards - IBNLive.com
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 7:28 pm Prachi Desai paired opposite Adhyayan Suman in Vishesh Films' JashnAfter the success of Rock On, Prachi Desai surely seems to be on a high. The chirpy actress seems to be enjoying each and every bit of adulation coming her way. However, its not just adulation but also film roles that's getting Prachi all excited. The latest is that Prachi has been signed by none other than Vishesh Films for their next project titled Jashn, where she is paired opposite Adhyayan Suman. Bollywood Hungama spoke to an excited Prachi confirming this news. "Yes, I am doing Jashn with the Bhatts. I have Adhyayan as my co-star. The film is directed by Raksha and Hasain (who earlier directed The Train).I was signed for this film before Rock On released. I can't disclose much at this point of time about the film or my role. All I can say is that I am excited to do the film", signed off the bubbly actress Must say with an interesting line-up of films, T.V.'s very own Bani has indeed come a long way.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Sep 2008 | 3:47 pm Bharath as mass hero! - Times of India
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 3:40 pm All you wanted to know about HijackKunal Shivdasani is one name that spells perfection to the core and Eros Entertainment is one name that mean world class cinema. So, it becomes needless to say that when these two join hands, the resultant is nothing but pure magic. And it is this magic that one will witness in Kunal's latest blockbuster Hijack, which stars the suave Shiney Ahuja (in the super excellent role of a Ground Maintenance Officer) alongwith the gorgeous Kaveri Jha and Esha Deol. If that was not enough, then, you can also feast your eyes with some brilliant performances by K. K. Raina and Mona Ambegaonkar. We are sure that every film buff is eagerly awaiting the film's release. Till then, Bollywood Hungama brings you all that you wanted to know about this interesting flick. Preview Hijack is an action thriller. The film revolves around Vikram Madan (Shiney Ahuja) who is a ground maintenance officer at the Chandigarh airport. More... Music Reviews An aircraft taking off is what begins 'Theme Of Hijack' that promises to be an engaging hear, courtesy the thriller genre that the film belongs to. More... News - Hijack challenges biggies, confirmed for August attack - "Hijack is set in a 'Die Hard' mode" - Kunal Shivdasani - "I think ghosts are normal entities" - Esha Deol Features - "I don't mind Hijack being pushed by a week" - Kunal Shivdasani - "I had to hang from a chopper for about 7 days" - Shiney Ahuja - "Hijack is not another terrorist film" - Kunal Shivdasani - "I had to be very loud in 123" - Esha Deol - "Hijack was shot in 55 degrees temperature" - Kunal Shivdasani Gallery Movie Wallpapers Movie Stills - First Look: Hijack - Movie Screensaver: Hijack - On the Sets: Hijack - Audio release of Hijack Broadband Audio Release Of 'Hijack' Shiney Ahuja on 'Hijack' - Teaser 1 (Hijack) - Hijack On LocationSource: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Sep 2008 | 3:40 pm "Rock On for us is not just a film, it's an experience" - Farhan AkhtarHe is the man who everyone wants to be. His is the name that everybody wants to adopt! His is the film that everybody wants to make! We are indeed talking about the 'Friday's favourite' man, Farhan Akhtar, who has given Bollywood a new identity to enjoy. If his films like Dil Chahta Hai, Lakshya and Don 2 are any indication of the genius that this master filmmaker is made of, then his latest hit flick, Rock On, only confirms that it really takes people (read 'cult' filmmakers) like him to shake up and shape up the movie scene! Bollywood Hungama caught up with this sheer genius for an exclusive tête-à -tête. Presented here are the excerpts of this classic interview: Farhan, to start of with, tell us as to how did the story of Rock On evolve? The story of Rock On is a well-thought of thing, that's written by its director Abhishek 'Gattu' Kapoor, who has also written the screenplay. When Gattu and the film's co-writer Pubali were on their first draft stages of the film, Gattu told me the film's story and gave me the brief outline of the film. I was very attracted to it as I found it to be a very special story, something that had a very warm and real life like characters. I found that all the characters were very identifiable and the film also had the kind of music that I love and would relate to. All of this made me decide completely that I want to be a part of this project. That's how the ball was set rolling! I found all the Rock On's characters very identifiable and it had the music that I love and would relate to Who took the call on the casting aspect? You or Abhishek? It was quite tricky for casting in a film like Rock On, where there are four principal characters and where all of these characters are equally important. The reason why I used the 'tricky' word is because if you cast a person who is a bigger star than what the part requires, then, it can shift the balance for the viewer who is watching the film. Hence, it was very important for us to cast very aptly. We are very fortunate that Abhishek had his characters' cast in place for Purab and Luke. After that, he and I spoke to Arjun Rampal for the role of Joe. If you see the film, you will know that it's not just the boys, but also the girls (Shahana and Prachi) are cast in a way that you will start believing in these people as the film's characters with no pre-conceived notions. You will start believing in these people as Rock On's characters with no pre conceived notions Since this kind of genre (rock music et al) has been never attempted or tried in Bollywood because of the risk factors at the B-O, what made you walk the path? Were you not scared of risks? I can't speak for other people, but, for me, there was no risk involved. The very first day when Abhishek spoke to me about the story, I did not waste a single moment in saying, Yes. I was just completely taken in by the story. Even though there is rock culture, the film is just not about only that, as it goes beyond all that and much more. The film's basically an emotionally strong story that exhibits the importance of friendships, relationshipsâ¦the kind of stuff that you have chosen to have in your life. The film speaks about these aspects in a very mature and a deep level. That is what affected me the most when I heard the script. All of this left no doubt in my mind about the making of the movie. The film's basically an emotionally strong story that's exhibits the importance of friendships, relationships News has it that you were so tad impressed with the way the Rock On has shaped up, that you are thinking to land up forming a real life rock band! Is that true? Rock On for us (Purab, Arjun, Luke and me) is not just a film, it's an experience. I think that's the power of music. And when you play music together, there's an invisible bond that develops between the members. We really enjoyed the process or rehearsing and jamming with each other so much that we are very strongly contemplating on the fact that we should continue practicing. Hopefully, by the end of this year, we should be able to pull it off! And the line up of the band will be exactly what you saw in the film! Rock On for us (Purab, Arjun, Luke and me) is not just a film, it's an experience. How were the first and the last day of the shoot for Farhan the 'Actor'? Let it be direction or acting, the first day is always nerve racking as it's 'that' day that really sets the tempo and the pace of the days to come. Of course, one has to focus on each and every day very hard after that, but the first day is always the first day, the most memorable one! What was also interesting about Rock On is that we shot the first scene of the film on the first day and the last scene on the last day! The fact also remained that since all of us bonded very well as friends helped the film in a big way! We shot the first scene of Rock On the first day and the last scene on the last day! Farhan, has anybody ever told you that your voice resembles Chris Martin, the lead singer of Cold Play? The only person who has ever told me that is Gattu. When we met for the first time he immediately told me 'Whenever I hear your voice, it reminds me of Chris Martin. That's why I want to know if you can sing'. Whenever I hear your voice, it reminds me of Chris Martin. That's why I want to know if you can sing How was your first rendezvous with the microphone as a singer? I've been playing the guitar and have been singing for years now. So, on some level, the film was really a dream come true for me. Also, to be working in an album with a different kind of role with the trio of Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy was indeed different. Normally, I sit with them (S-E-L) as a director, extracting the best music out if them. But this time round, I was this someone whom they were focusing on and trying to get the best out of as a singer, which was a completely new experience. But trust me! All of us had a fantastic time. The concept of promoting Rock On through live concert is indeed a noble idea. Whose brainwave was it? The concept of Rock On concerts was more of a mutual decision that was unanimously thought of by all of us. When we were brainstorming (read 'jamming') on new ideas to promote the film, everyone of us came up with the idea of organizing concerts. We started off with the film's music release, which was followed by a series of concerts at various locations in India. The concept of Rock On concerts was more of a mutual decision that was unanimously thought of by all of us It's often seen that directors either repeat the signature tune or some other music from their previous hit film to their next one. You too have done that with Lakshya's riff in Rock On. Will Rock On get carried forward to your next film? I really doubt that if it's going to happen at all. The kind of music that Rock On has got, it really works damn well in the film and for the film. I do agree that we have used a certain tune of my previous film Lakshya. That's because, when we were recording the music for Lakshya, we were really very excited with that particular piece of music. And post the release of Lakshya; we felt that it did not get proper justice that it deserved. And this is something that was always on my mind. And that's why, when we were recording for Rock On, the first thing that S-E-L and I decided was about using the said piece music from Lakshya in Rock On. We felt that it a certain tune from Lakshya did not get the recognition it deserved Did you offer any direction tips to Abhishek, considering the fact that you are more experienced than him? If at all he ever felt the need to ask for any advice, I would give it to him. But he was very clear about what he wanted as he has lived with the script for long. As a producer, Ritesh (Sidhwani) and I offered him whatever we could. You had told somewhere that you let Gattu direct the film because it was his idea all through. If there was any other filmmaker in his place, would you have still said yes to this film? If I had seen anyone as committed, passionate and sincere about the script as Gattu is, then yes. Rock On is all about 'rediscovering the joy of living a complete life'. Is there anything in your life that you feel is incomplete? As of now, I am so very happy about the way things are happening in and around me that I am left with no time to think of the things that are unfulfilled! The film has just released and I know that its extremely tiring leading up to that point. As a matter of fact, I am totally drenched out from all the aspects: mentally, physically and even emotionally! I am totally drenched out from all the aspects: mentally, physically and even emotionally! What's your take on the rock scene in India as compared to abroad? I feel that rock in India is in its better stages. The fact that a film is being made on rock music itself proves that the rock scene in India has surpassed its nascent stages and I am sure that the coming days will only see rock on a larger canvass! Do you feel that Rock On will do the same to the Indian rock scene what Chak De India and sportsmen like Abhinav Bindra did to the sports scene in India? Frankly speaking, I cannot predict that. But I can tell you one thing that Rock On has indeed brought the spotlight onto rock music. It has also made people aware that the rock music is not niche music. According to me, the rock music shares its basic fundamentals with Hindi film music. I know there are lots of people in India who are very passionate about rock music and there are lots of them who get frustrated at times because of the lack of a proper platform and an outlet. I just hope that people by now are aware of rock music and will surely look up to it! Lastly, when do we see Farhan 'Rocking' the silver screen again? Well, there's Luck By Chance by sister Zoha which should release by January- February next year. After that, I'm directing Voice From The Sky, followed by Don 2 and a couple of other films with other directors. Till then, do keep rocking!Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Sep 2008 | 2:56 pm Ranvir and Konkona do a cameo in FashionMadhur Bhandarkar's latest offering is Fashion, a film that looks at the glamorous world of fashion with some real stark insights. This film has been in the news ever since it went on floors, for more reasons than one. While the film's cast is totally power packed names like Priyanka Chopra, Kangna Ranaut, Mugdha Godse and Arjan Bawa, the latest development is that Madhur has roped in his 'lucky mascot' Konkona Sen Sharma alongwith Ranvir Shorey to play cameos in the film. Madhur, who is really impressed with these two actors, said that he is really thankful to them as they came on board in a very short time. When Bollywood Hungama spoke to Ranvir, he confirmed the news saying, "I'm playing myself while Konkona is playing a cameo. And if you want to know more, then, you should ask the director." Besides Ranvir and Konkona, Fashion will also witness an array of names like Arbaaz Khan, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Karan Johar, Prahlad Kakkar and Daboo Ratnani doing cameos! Fashion is slated to release on October 29, 2008.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Sep 2008 | 12:58 pm Imran finally will be doing Aamir Khan's Delhi BellyWill he? Wont he? Will he? Wont he? This in and out game has been going on for a very long time. But now Aamir Khan finally seems to have found his leading man for his home production Delhi Belly. In case you are wondering who the lucky boy is, its none other than Bollywood's latest pin-up boy and Aamir's very own bhanja- Imran Khan. While the rumors have been going around for a long time that Imran had signed the film, it's only recently that the actor has finally given his nod. In case you are wondering what took Imran so long to give the nod to his maamujaan it's the same old dates-issue. Apparently, Imran's dates were booked with Soham's Luck but as luck would have it the dates of Luck got preponed which gives Imran time to do Delhi Belly. Imran will be seen playing a young foreign returned guy in the sex comedy- Delhi Belly For the uninitiated, Delhi Belly is being directed by noted ad filmmaker Abhinay Deo. Must say, Aamir Khan is shaping his Bhanja's career immaculately.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Sep 2008 | 12:54 pm Priyanka Chopra is a sweetheart, says Bobby DeolActor Bobby Deol says that he would've been in a fix if Priyanka Chopra hadn't agreed to play a deglamourised role in his recently released home production 'Chamku', in which he has an author-backed role.Source: Entertainment News | 2 Sep 2008 | 12:28 pm A Wednesday ReviewNow this is a complete surprise. And an extremely pleasant surprise, must add. Newer stories are slowly finding their way into plexes of India. Two Fridays ago, Phoonk spoke about the power of Black Magic and last Friday, ROCK ON!! encouraged you to chase your dreams. Both Phoonk and Rock ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 11:54 am Himesh foresaw trouble for his song 'Hari Om', kept alternatives readyClick above for more stills One of Himesh Reshammiya's songs 'Hari Om Hari Om' in Karzzzz got itself into trouble. Cleverer than the moral watchdogs after being pulled up for extolling the gods in the song 'Asalaam Waalaikum', Himesh already had alternative situations ready for the Karzzzz song. He promptly deleted the supposedly offensive portion and added the required visual. Says Himesh, "Yes, we had changed the song in Aap Ka Surroor when some people had objected to it. In Karzzzz, the censors had problem with the dancers in the 'Hari Om Hari' song. We quickly changed that. We didn't want any problems. So, we offered them a number of alternatives and went by whichever they liked." Earlier a song in Shashi Ranjan's Dhoom Dhadakka showing Aarti Chhabria cavorting to the words 'Hari Om' had to be changed at the last minute to 'Jale Mome'. Says Himesh, "But the censor board had no problems with the words Hari Om. What they objected to was the chorus dancers. So we replaced the dancers with my close-ups. So every time the words 'Hari Om' come on, it's only me solo on screen. Otherwise, 'Hari Om' aren't words being used in our films for the first time." Elaborates the composer-singer-actor, "We preferred to show the final censored version in the promotional clippings. I think religious and cultural sentiments must be kept in mind. And guidelines for these must be followed. I really don't find it restrictive. Get your material censored. And have alternatives ready, like we did. And people like us in the entertainment business are always under scrutiny. So we have to be extra-careful. The music of Karzzzz is so popular. We wouldn't like to spoil it by hurting anyone. I've never ever compromised with my music. I can never be accused of hurting anyone or copying anyone's songs."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Sep 2008 | 11:24 am Albert Museum buys original Rolling Stones' tongue, lips logoLondon (ANI): The Victoria and Albert Museum has bought the original design of The Rolling Stones' tongue and lips logo, based on lead singer Sir Mick Jagger's famous pout, at an auction. The popular image was first seen on the 'Stones' Sticky Fingers' album and has since been used by the ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 11:16 am Winehouse singing Buddhist chantsLondon (ANI): Troubled singer Amy Winehouse has turned to Buddhism in a bid to find peace of mind in the hectic life she is living. Sources have revealed that Winehouse chants the Buddhist chant 'Nam Myoho Renge Kyo', and follows the teachings of the Nicherin Daishonin Buddhism.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 10:55 am Pete Doherty revived by medicsLondon (ANI): Pete Doherty was saved from death when a paramedic team revived him after his heart stopped beating, following a suspected drug overdose. The Babyshambles frontman latest near-death experience reportedly happened before he took to the stage for a gig in an Austrian porn cinema in Graz.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 10:51 am Aguilera opening 'Thisday Africa Rising Fest'London (ANI): Popstar Christina Aguilera is all set to light up Britain with her first major performance since the birth of her baby, Max. The 'Mercy on Me' hitmaker will be heading to London for her performance in the Thisday Africa Rising Festival.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 10:47 am Aretha forced fans to break a sweat during New York gigWashington (ANI): American singer Aretha Franklin forced her fans to break a sweat during her New York gig, for she feared that the air conditioner would destroy her sultry voice. Sources have revealed that the 'Respect' singer feared that the coolant would wreck havoc on her voice.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 10:31 am Lekha - The Latest Sensation!Though Jayam Kondan is a simple remake of Ace director Mani Rathnam's Agni Nakshathram, the film fetched rave reviews from all the corners and gave a new life to its three lead actors Vinay, Lekha Washington and Bhavana.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 10:24 am Weddings bells for SwathiTamil actress Swathi, who made her debut against Vijay in film Deva will be marrying Srikanth, a Dubai based entrepreneur on 27th August.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 10:23 am 10 Films slated for SeptemberThe countdown for Diwali in Tamil film industry has started. With just 55 days ahead for the biggest festive season of Tamil film industry, most of the small and medium budget producers want to mint some cash through their releases and avoid a clash with biggies.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 10:19 am Chakravarthy is Rajini's viilainDirector Shankar has finalised an actor to play against the superstar in the magnum opus of India Cinema, Robot. He is none other than Chakravarthy, one of the talented actors of Telugu film industry.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 2 Sep 2008 | 9:56 am Jagmohan Mundra's film on terrorism in troubleJagmohan Mundra whose career is substantially based on biopics of famous people stands accused of exploiting the tragic killing of the innocent Brazilian bystander Jean Charles de Menezes in the July 2007 tube station bombing in London. When last week Mundra's Shoot On Sight opened in London he was accused of exploiting and distorting the facts behind the gruesome tragedy that happened a year ago. Mundra is unfazed and says the dead guy's family is being incited into causing trouble. "I'm used to my biopics getting into trouble. I'm sure you remember the problems that were caused by Bhanwari Devi when I made a film on her gruesome gang rape (Bawandar). More recently, after Provoked about domestic violence, I went through a similar ordeal. And now my Sonia Gandhi epic has been put on hold on request from the Congress until the general elections. It can never be done with the Congress' active participation. But I hope we can eventually make the film without them breathing down our backs with litigations." And that's precisely how Mundra feels at the moment. "The accusation that I've exploited the real-life tragedy in Shoot On Sight is totally unfounded. The relatives and family of de Menezes are being provoked into making these statements. None of these protestors have actually seen the film. It reminds me of what happened with Salman Rushdie after he wrote The Satanic Verses. Not too many had actually read the novel when a fatwa was passed against him. So I don't know what they are protesting about. Also the flak from the British press includes statements on how Shoot On Sight is like a TV drama. I don't take that as an insult. I've great respect for the TV medium." Mundra admits Shoot On Sight had a lower opening in London than his earlier biopic Provoked. "That's because Provoked featured Aishwarya Rai, a known international name," says Mundra implying that Naseruddin Shah doesn't have the same international appeal. "Naseer has brought his own amazing insights into the role. And if Amitabh Bachchan had played the part as I had planned, he'd have imparted his own gravitas", adds Mundra. About Naseer refusing to dub the Hindi version of Shoot On Sight Mundra says, "I respect his decision. But I also have to respect my producer's decision. They need to earn back their money. And what is wrong with Brits talking in Hindi? Didn't Robbie Coltrane argue Aishwarya's case in Hindi in Provoked? What about all the Japanese characters in the World War 2 epic Tora Tora Tora speaking in English? And in Devdas we heard the characters talking in Hindi when they were all speaking in Bengali in the novel. Cinema is all about suspension of disbelief. It's also at the end of the day a commercial venture. My Indian producers need to make back their money when they release the film on September 19. And I'd rather have British characters making themselves comprehensible to audiences in Rajasthan and Bihar than be linguistically correct." Sighing Mundra ends, "Let's hope my distributor Pyramid does a better job of my Shoot On Sight than they did with their last film Mukhbiir."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Sep 2008 | 9:45 am 'Golmaal Returns': It's bigger, it's betterClick above for more stills Shree Ashtavinayak Cinevision and director Rohit Shetty make a winning combo. The producer-director duo came together in GOLMAAL and the results were favourable. The laughathon proved a money spinner, with the producers/distributors laughing all the way to the bank. Now the winning combo has teamed up for the second time in GOLMAAL RETURNS. And the second instalment of the GOLMAAL franchise promises even more fun. How do we know that? Well, this writer had an exclusive dekho of its first promo as also two [entire] songs from the film [the promos will be on air by mid-September]. GOLMAAL RETURNS promises double dhamaal as there's glamour in abundance this time. Besides a bevy of beauties [Kareena Kapoor, Amrita Arora, Celina Jaitley and Anjana Sukhani], there's a new actor in place of Sharman Joshi. It's Shreyas Talpade. What does one look forward to in the promo and also in those two songs? We won't reveal much, but here's something that you can relish⦠In Ajay's debut-making film PHOOL AUR KAANTE, the actor made a grand entry atop two moving bikes. The same feat was repeated in GOLMAAL. Now watch Ajay atop two Hummers, while Kareena makes an entry on a sports bike. The title song has all the germs to be a chartbuster. The energy is infectious and you're hooked on to it the moment you watch it. But the song that also catches your attention is the one where Ajay and Arshad are at loggerheads. Right from bows and arrows to blasts, this song has it all. The makers have spent a fortune [Rs. 2.5 cr.?] on this number. If the songs of GOLMAAL RETURNS are an indication of what is to follow, expect a laugh-riot to explode this Diwali.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Sep 2008 | 7:38 am RGV to start 'Phoonk 2'Now that PHOONK has given a fillip to Ramgopal Varma's career, the maverick film-maker is all set to start PHOONK 2. "PHOONK is a brand," RGV tells me, "The best thing about this genre is that you can keep experimenting with varied themes. Supernatural themes will never go out of vogue as long as the fear of the unknown exists." PHOONK 2 will begin where PHOONK ended. The climax of PHOONK witnessed the clash of good [Sudeep and tantrik Zakir Hussain] versus evil [Ashwini Kalsekar, who does black magic on Sudeep's daughter] and how the tantrik eliminates Ashwini. Now PHOONK 2 will begin with Ashwini Kalsekar's ghost killing the tantrik [Zakir Hussain] at the very start and entering Sudeep's wife's [Amruta Khanvilkar] body. "Ashwini's aatma seeks revenge. Obviously, Sudeep wouldn't harm his wife⦠That's the beginning point of PHOONK 2," RGV enlightens. Meanwhile, RGV makes a startling revelation. He isn't making the third instalment of SARKAR. RGV had announced SARKAR 3 soon after the release of SARKAR RAJ, but has dropped the plans now.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Sep 2008 | 7:33 am
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