Tingya to go to Oscars independently

Tingya<I>Tingya</I> a Marathi film that lost to <I>Taare Zameen Par</I> by a close inch in the run for the Oscars, will be sent as an independent entry. 



Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 4:02 pm

Hudson likes to rehearse love scenes

HudsonActress Kate Hudson says she likes to rehearse love scenes before giving the final shot because it helps her concentrate on the shot. 



Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 3:54 pm

Hollywood to remake Kurosawa's Rashomon

HollywoodA consortium of film entertainment companies has finalised deals to re-make the celebrated Japanese filmmaker Akira Kurosawa's 1950 classic <I>Rashomo 



Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 3:40 pm

11 Indian entries for Asia Pacific Screen Awards

'Taare Zameen Par' and 'Jodhaa Akbar' are among 11 Indian films entered for the 2008 Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA), the highest accolade for movies in the region. The award ceremony will take place at the popular tourist destination of Gold Coast in Queensland this November. The awards have attracted entries from over 180 films from 43 countries, showcasing the talent and cinematic diversity of a region covering one-third of the earth's surface and 60 per cent of its population.
Source: Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 3:38 pm

'Telugu version of 'Phoonk' high on emotional content'

Director Ram Gopal Varma says that 'Raksha', a Telugu remake of his supernatural Hindi thriller 'Phoonk', is very different as it has more emotional content. "We made many changes between the Hindi and Telugu. 'Raksha' is more emotional.
Source: Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 3:16 pm

Big B's first international film

BigAmitabh Bachchan is likely to sign an international film project which will be made by makers of the Oscar winning documentary <I>March of the Penguin 



Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 2:39 pm

Phoonk's Telugu version is different

Phoonk'sDirector Ram Gopal Varma says <I>Raksha</I>, Telugu remake of his supernatural Hindi thriller <I>Phoonk</I>, is very different as it has more emotiona 



Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 2:16 pm

Sanjay Dutt signs Soham Shah to direct an adventure sports film

Sanjay Dutt has probably become the busiest man in Bollywood. With Kidnap releasing next week and Dutt busy shooting for Blue, we only wonder how he manages to find time to do anything else. Busy or not, Sanjay is all ready to start films under his own production house. News is he has signed Soham Shah of Kaal fame to direct a film for Sanjay Dutt Productions. “Yes, we have signed Soham for a film but any detail on the film you have to talk directly to Soham only,” says Dharam Oberoi CEO, Sanjay Dutt Productions. “Yes, it's true; I am making a film for Sanjay Dutt Productions. However, we are still working on the script and we have a lot more detailing to do. It would go on floors early next year. It's more of an action adventure with a backdrop of adventure sports to its extreme. As for actors, well Sanjay Dutt is surely doing the film. Besides him we have not thought or spoken to anyone. But before all of this, I have to finish my previous film Luck; once that is over then I will be able to concentrate completely on this film,” says Director Soham Shah. So what is the status of Luck? “Luck is 90% complete, just a couple of days shooting is left. Then there is post production, editing, promotion and a lot more things to do,” adds Soham. Besides all this Sanjay Dutt Productions has also signed Milan Luthria to direct a film. “I am making a film called Bihaad for Sanjay Dutt Productions. It's based on a true story and a complete action film. Besides Sanjay Dutt, I have spoke to Vidya Balan and I am still looking for one actor and actress for the film. Bihaad will start somewhere next year. Amongst all this I am also working on a film for Balaji Productions which is based on the underworld of the 70's. The film is still in scripting stages as of now,” says Milan Lutharia.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 23 Sep 2008 | 2:01 pm

Reality show on Indian Navy

Equipped with battle stations and live weaponry, five Indians would accompany Indian Navy personnel as they ride the global high seas for a reality television show that seeks to give viewers a peek into the country's Naval forces. "Facts and details about the Indian Navy are largely unknown to the people of our country. We are extremely pleased to welcome the channel's cameras aboard our vessels to capture the world of the Indian Navy and present it to audiences," Admiral Sureesh Mehta, Chief of the Naval Staff told reporters in the capital.
Source: Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 1:35 pm

Kate Moss takes a shopping break

KateSupermodel Kate Moss went on a shopping spree in Paris with her friend after her break-up with rocker boyfriend Jamie Hince. 



Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 12:45 pm

Amita disappointed with producers of 'Saas Vs Bahu'

Television actress Amita Chandekar is disappointed with the producers of the reality show 'Saas Vs Bahu' for not giving her a wild card entry after she was excluded from the show on the basis of poor performance by her team.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 12:31 pm

'Hari Puttar' freed from Harry Potter spell by court

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The Delhi High Court has cleared a Bollywood film accused of plagiarising the "Harry Potter" brand, saying viewers would not confuse the international film and book series with "Hari Puttar: A Comedy of Terrors".

Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 12:09 pm

Naseeruddin Shah replaces Amitabh Bachchan in `Maharathi` !

After Jagmohan Mundhra`s "Shoot On Sight", thespian Naseeruddin Shah has once again replaced Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan in the comic thriller "Maharathi", a film inspired by a hit Gujarati play starring Paresh Rawal.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:53 am

No time for fourth baby, says Victoria Beckham !

Former Spice Girls singer Victoria Beckham says she wants to have a baby girl, but doesn`t have the time.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:53 am

Sanjay Dutt takes on `Gandhigiri`, gets set to join politics!

From avoiding the media to being media savvy, Sanjay Dutt has come a long way. An actor, a singer to a producer, Sanjay Dutt is now all set to add yet another sparkling feather to his hat as he gets all set to follow his father Sunil Dutt`s footsteps- entering the world of politics.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:53 am

Metallica, Run-DMC up for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame !

Hip Hop group Run-DMC, heavy metal band Metallica and musician/songwriter Bobby Womack are among nine nominees announced on Monday vying for five spots in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:53 am

Megan Fox looking for `girl on girl` action with Angelina Jolie! !

After revealing her sex escapades with a female stripper at the age of 18, sassy babe Megan Fox has now confessed to yet one of her `girl on girl` fantasy. The sultry babe has admitted that she is looking for more girlie sessions and this time round she has hots for a list of bodylicious babes like Angelina Jolie, hardcore queen Jenna Jameson and Olivia Wilde.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:53 am

Darsheel`s second film set against militancy in Assam!

Multilingual director Priyadarshan says his Hindi adaptation of acclaimed Iranian film "Children Of Heaven", which has Darsheel Safary in the lead role, has been set in the backdrop of militancy in Assam.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:53 am

Darsheel's second film set against militancy in Assam

Multilingual director Priyadarshan says that his Hindi adaptation of acclaimed Iranian film 'Children Of Heaven', which has Darsheel Safary in the lead role, has been set in the backdrop of militancy in Assam. "I'm not blindly adapting the Iranian film 'Children Of Heaven'. I'm moving completely away from the original material to set the story in Assam with the insurgency as the backdrop," Priyadarshan said.
Source: Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:51 am

Who else than Nasseruddin Shah? - IndiaGlitz


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Who else than Nasseruddin Shah?
IndiaGlitz - 1 hour ago
It is for the second time in the recent times that the prolific performer Nasseruddin Shah has replaced another acting legend Amitabh Bachchan.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:39 am

I am Marathi, says Aamir

Actor-filmmaker Aamir Khan on Monday described himself as Marathi having been born and brought up in Maharashtra. He was responding to a question whether he considered Marathi people lucky for him as his two home productions - 'Lagaan' directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and 'Taare Zameen Par' whose script was written by Amole Gupte, both Maharashtrians - were India's official entry for Oscars. "I am a Marathi.
Source: Entertainment News | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:37 am

Naazneen happy with her show getting winded up

Well before you get ideas, let us assure you she didn't have any qualms with the show Main Aisi Kyun Hoon or its makers, in which she played the main lead. But pretty lady Naazneen Patel says the show that recently winded up, coincidentally happens to be at the right ...


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:37 am

Kanchipuram is made for myself: Priyadarshan - Galatta.com


Kanchipuram is made for myself: Priyadarshan
Galatta.com - 2 hours ago
“My latest Kanchipuram is a film that I made for myself and not for the audience,” noted multi-lingual film-maker Priyadarshan said at a meet-the-press programme arranged by the press club, Thiruvananthapuram, on Monday.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:25 am

Ekta Kapoor wants a hubby like Ronit Roy

TV tycoon Ekta Kapoor made quite an interesting statement at a recent event. The topic was certainly an interesting one as it was related to her marriage. Off recent, it has been noted that the media is quite worried about her marriage and keeps popping the question every now and ...


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:20 am

"Raksha isn't a dubbed version of Phoonk; it's a totally original remake" - RGV

Last week saw the release of the Telugu remake of Phoonk in Hyderabad entitled Raksha. Says Ramu, "We waited three weeks after the Hindi release. We released the Hindi version only in Hyderabad and not the rest of Andhra Pradesh. Raksha isn't a dubbed version of Phoonk. It's a totally original remake of the story starring Jagpati Babu and Kalyani." The Telugu Raksha is very different from the Hindi Phoonk. Says Ramu, "We made many changes between the Hindi and Telugu. Raksha is more emotional. It's more of a family drama directed by newcomer Vanshi. I left the Telugu entirely to Vanshi. Raksha is doing as well as Phoonk." This is the first time a Ram Gopal Varma's film has been made as a bi-lingual. Now the Telugu version of Phoonk will be dubbed into Tamil.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:11 am

Hello Music Review

Phoonk - A film on black magic, Hit. Rock On - A film on rock music, Hit. A Wednesday - A film on terrorism, Critically acclaimed and all set to be a box office success. It couldn't have been a better time for unconventional films to arrive at theaters. With ...


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 11:02 am

Maska to grace romance, not action

Maska, directed by B. Gopal and produced by M.S. Raju under Sumanth Arts banner starring Ram and the delectable Hansika, is progressing fast with almost 50% of the filming wrapped up.


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 10:35 am

Anushka's whopping 1 crore bikini act !

Billa starring Ajith and Nayantara was the super-hit of 2007. It is now being remade in Telugu with Prabhas in Ajith's role. Anushka, the sensuous siren has agreed to play Nayantara's part along with her daring appearance in the black bikini.


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 10:26 am

Maheswari gets married

South Indian actress Maheswari, cousin of noted actress Sridevi, was married to Jayakrishna, a software professional from Hyderabad, in a traditional ceremony at Sankara Mutt on Thursday morning.


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 10:12 am

Raja, the Prince in Jagan Mohini

The remake of Vithalacharya's popular film Jagan Mohini was taken up by H Murali on the banner of Murali Cine Arts under the direction of NK Viswanathan, with Raja, Namitha and Meera Chopra in the lead. The producer is making it a heavy budget movie and it is being made ...


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 10:03 am

Emma Bunton to open restaurant in London

Washington (ANI): English pop singer and former Spice Girls member Emma Bunton has revealed that she has done away with her plans to move to Los Angeles, in favour of opening a restaurant in London. Bunton had harboured hopes of having a TV presenting career in the U.S, but she has ...


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 10:02 am

Rajini's Robot in progress

The prestigious project Robot, directed by Shankar and Rajnikanth playing a dual role is now in progress. A song has been filmed on Rajnikanth and Aishwarya Rai at Brazil. Another song is now being filmed in Hawai. Rajnikanth will play the role of a scientist as well as a Robot. ...


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 9:56 am

Jennifer Lopez looking like Greek goddess

London (ANI): American actress Jennifer Lopez was reportedly looking like a Greek goddess during a photo shoot at the Acropolis in Athens. Lopez, who was doing the shoot for a Greek magazine, was required to do different poses.


Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 9:56 am

Marathi film Tingya sent to the Oscars - Rediff


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Marathi film Tingya sent to the Oscars
Rediff - 4 hours ago
Mera bachha daud sakta hai toh use daudnahi chahiye. Isliye mujhe jo karna hai woh toh main karunaga [If my child can run, I will see to it that he will be in a race]," says Ravi Rai, who produced the Marathi film, Tingya.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 9:26 am

For better or for worse... - The Statesman


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For better or for worse...
The Statesman - 4 hours ago
PATNA, Sept 22: The month-long floods have hardly given any respite to over four millions people, living in makeshift relief camps, but as things stand today, piecing things together and trying to script new chapter of love.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 8:31 am

Hinduja company gets nod to distribute foreign channels in India

Planet E Shop Holdings India Ltd (PESHIL), an affiliate of Hinduja Ventures, has obtained the government's permission to downlink and distribute foreign TV channels and content in India.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 8:30 am

'Telugu version of 'Phoonk' high on emotional content'

Director Ram Gopal Varma says 'Raksha', a Telugu remake of his supernatural Hindi thriller 'Phoonk', is very different as it has more emotional content.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 8:01 am

Boxer Vijender walks the ramp at Couture Week - IBNLive.com


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Boxer Vijender walks the ramp at Couture Week
IBNLive.com - 5 hours ago
SPORTS MEETS STYLE: Boxer Vijender Singh walked the ramp for ace couture designer Rohit Bal. Self-obsessed people are more likely to choose glamorous profile pictures.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 7:45 am

Kate Moss splits from Jamie Hince - Oneindia


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Kate Moss splits from Jamie Hince
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Sexy supermodel Kate Moss is flying solo again after splitting from her boyfriend, 'The Kills' singer Jamie Hince. Kate Moss (34) and Hince (39) have reportedly been fighting non-stop about the model's wild party girl ways.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 7:23 am

Tamil actor-politician faceoff gets curiouser - NDTV.com


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Tamil actor-politician faceoff gets curiouser
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After a running battle with many political heavy weights, from TR Baalu to even Jayalalithaa, Tamil actor-politician Vijaykanth now has a new foe.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 7:22 am

Two interesting rumours

Here are two rumours doing the rounds of the industry. Can you guess… Rumour No. 1: The leading corporate house is planning bigger and bigger projects. Some of the biggest names in the entertainment business are making projects for this corporate entity. The latest is, the company has signed the leading director for an unheard of price. In fact, the biggest price ever for a director. Who are we talking about? Let's give you a clue: The director had launched two star-kids in his previous film last year! Rumour No. 2: One of the projects starring the Kinng had been held up due to unforeseen reasons. But the project is now being revived thanks to the good efforts of a banker turned producer, who is overseeing the project. Even the Kinng has agreed to co-operate.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 23 Sep 2008 | 6:57 am

"'Drona' is my biggest, my best" - Abhishek Bachchan

Click above for more stills The countdown has begun for the two biggies that are slated for release this Idd: DRONA and KIDNAP. A lot is riding on these two films. In terms of economics, both are expensive films. Plus, the careers of Abhishek Bachchan [DRONA] and Imran Khan [post JAANE TU… YA JAANE NA] are at stake. Will DRONA live up to the humungous expectations? "It's my biggest and best film so far," Abhishek Bachchan tells me. He's supremely confident this time. "I don't speak like this, do I? But DRONA is different. It's the most expensive film I am associated with. Besides, Goldie [Behl; the director] has executed the subject remarkably," he states. Abhishek and Goldie have got together after more than seven years [BAS ITNA SA KHWAB HAI was released in July 2001]. In between, in 2006, Goldie had plans of making a thriller with Abhishek, but decided on making an adventure fare instead. "Goldie was disheartened after his debut film failed. Later, he diversified into television; he wanted to make his company secure before he announced his next film," Abhishek reminisces. Abhishek credits his directors for the [sterling] performances he has delivered in films like YUVA and GURU [Mani Ratnam] as also SARKAR and SARKAR RAJ [RGV]. "If at all DRONA works -- and I hope it does -- Goldie should get the credit for it. He has worked very, very hard. I am sure, the Indian audiences haven't seen an adventure film like DRONA before," he says confidently. Abhishek has worked in the DHOOM series as also SARKAR and its sequel. There's talk that a sequel to DRONA is in the offing. "Oh yes! Goldie has written so much in the intervening period that he's ready to take the DRONA series forward. In fact, the possibility of a sequel can easily be explored," he adds.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 23 Sep 2008 | 6:48 am

Hari Puttar : The boy who won - Times of India


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Hari Puttar : The boy who won
Times of India - 7 hours ago
Hari Puttar - A Comedy of Terrors is finally out of trouble and ready to hit the screens. The case that Warner Bros had filed against the film last month, on the grounds that its title sounded too similar to Harry Potter, has been dismissed.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 6:26 am

Aamir asks for more effective selection process for Oscars

Mumbai (Reuters) - Aamir Khan's directorial debut film "Taare Zameen Par" may be the country's official entry to the Oscars, but the actor feels a more effective selection process would give Indian films a better chance of earning the final nomination.

Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 5:24 am

Drona is my biggest, my best: Abhishek - Sify


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Drona is my biggest, my best: Abhishek
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The countdown has begun for the two biggies that are slated for release this Id, Drona and Kidnap. A lot is riding on these two films.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 5:11 am

Good old love - Times of India


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Good old love
Times of India - 8 hours ago
Aishwarya Rai has been offered to play the part of Mumtaz Mahal at least five times, the latest being for a film produced by Ben Kingsley and featuring him in the lead.
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 23 Sep 2008 | 4:46 am

Just a good body won't make you sexy: Bipasha Basu

Glamorous Bipasha Basu, who sizzled in 'Race' and 'Bachna Ae Haseeno', says confidence, poise and intelligence are a must to look sexy.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 4:31 am

Perizaad Zorabian searching for 'meaty' roles

Perizaad Zorabian, who will soon be seen in three 'interesting' movies, says she only wants to do 'meaty' roles to impress her 10-month-old daughter 'once she grows up'.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 4:31 am

Naseer replaces Amitabh in 'Maharathi'

After Jagmohan Mundhra's 'Shoot On Sight', thespian Naseeruddin Shah has once again replaced Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan in the comic thriller 'Maharathi', a film inspired by a hit Gujarati play starring Paresh Rawal.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 4:31 am

Music director of 75 films far from movies now

Jerry Amaldev has composed hit music for 75 Malayalam films and is a highly qualified musician, but he hasn't created any tunes for movies for nearly 13 years due to 'misunderstandings' in the faction-ridden Kerala film industry.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 4:31 am

Darsheel's second film set against militancy in Assam

Multilingual director Priyadarshan says his Hindi adaptation of acclaimed Iranian film 'Children Of Heaven', which has Darsheel Safary in the lead role, has been set in the backdrop of militancy in Assam.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 23 Sep 2008 | 3:31 am

Who else than Nasseruddin Shah?

It is for the second time in the recent times that the prolific performer Nasseruddin Shah has replaced another acting legend Amitabh Bachchan.
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 23 Sep 2008 | 12:00 am

Shilpa Shetty Walks At HDIL Couture Week [Gallery]

Shilpa Shetty displays creation by designer Tarun Tahiliani during HDIL India Couture Week 2008 held at Grand Hyatt in Mumbai.
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 23 Sep 2008 | 12:00 am

Aamir Speaks On TZP Indias Entry For Oscar [Gallery]


Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 23 Sep 2008 | 12:00 am

Kidnap – A New Fashion arbiter on the way

New themes and great surprises is what Bollywood is experiencing in the past few days. Along the long-listed queue of such flicks, Kidnap is expected to hold a special attention. Guess what? Merely, this flick goes lollapalooza of a unique sort that would deliver new dimensions of entire star-casts: Sanjay Dutt, Minnisha Lamba, Imran Khan and others.
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 23 Sep 2008 | 12:00 am

Aamir speaks his mind

Showing his solidarity with the multi cultural image of Bollywood and also with the words spoken by Jaya Bachchan on her preference to speak Hindi during the audio launch of Drona, Aamir Khan has given out his opinions regarding the recent heated controversy between Raj Thackeray and Mrs.Bachchan.Aamir spoke to the media during a press meet conducted as part of the promotional campaign of Taa
Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 23 Sep 2008 | 12:00 am

Vadivelu playing into DMK conspiracy: Vijaykanth

Actor-turned-politician Vijaykanth Monday alleged that Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK had used the assault on comedian actor Vadivelu to foist a false case on him.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 22 Sep 2008 | 7:02 pm

Oscar experience more important than award: Aamir Khan

Bollywood star Aamir Khan, whose directorial debut 'Taare Zameen Par' has been selected as India's entry in the foreign language category for the Oscars, Monday said getting global exposure was more important than winning an award for a film.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 22 Sep 2008 | 4:30 pm

Ravi Rai's Marathi film Tingya to be sent as an independent entry to the Oscars

Tingya a Marathi film had lost to Taare Zameen Par by a close inch in the run for the Oscars. However, Ravi Rai and his company Small Town Boy Productions have decided to send it to the Oscars as an independent entry. Tingya directed by Mangesh Hadawale is an emotional story of love between a boy and a bull, which is set in the milieu of Maharashtra's agrarian crisis. The film has won several accolades both nationally and internationally. Tingya was apparently rejected by almost 42 producers but has bagged about 37 awards globally, which in itself is a huge achievement for producer Ravi Rai. Inspite of not being nominated as the official entry into the foreign language category for the Oscars, Ravi Rai has no grudge and feels no resentment towards the jury. Taare Zameen Par happens to be among Rai's favorite movies. Apparently, Taare Zameen Par and Tingya were very close in competition. The jury discussed and debated over the film's every valid point even the child artists for nearly 2 hours. But Tingya lost on the basis of technical finesse, which is bound to differ when a 27 Lakh and 50 Crore budget movie is compared. Besides Taare Zameen Par and Tingya the other films in discussion for selection were Marathi film Valu, Nishikant Kamat's Mumbai Meri Jaan, Neeraj Pandey's A Wednesday, Ashutosh Gowarikar's Jodhaa Akbar, Farhan Akhtar's Rock On, Subhash Ghai's Black and White and the Telugu film Ghanyam.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 22 Sep 2008 | 4:20 pm

High Court dismisses Warner Bros's case against 'Hari Puttar'

Delhi High Court today dismissed Hollywood studio Warner Bros' petition for injunction against Mirchi Movies' forthcoming film 'Hari Puttar - A Comedy of Terrors' for alleged copyright violation. Warner Bros filed the case against the movie as the title 'Hari Puttar..
Source: Entertainment News | 22 Sep 2008 | 4:13 pm

My husband should be like Ronit Roy, says Ekta Kapoor

TV tycoon Ekta Kapoor has set the criteria for her ideal life partner saying that he should be good looking, tall and handsome, in short, like Ronit Roy. Ekta spoke when she was asked whether her infamous 'K' factor would be a deciding factor in choosing her husband as well. ?If he is good-looking, tall and handsome, the 'K' won't matter.
Source: Entertainment News | 22 Sep 2008 | 3:38 pm

Sambhavna ditched me, says 'Bigg Boss' inmate Alina

Alina Wadiwalla, who has been voted out of reality show 'Bigg Boss' this week, is miffed with co-participant and item girl Sambhavna Seth for having allegedly betrayed her. "I always shared her (Sambhavna's) sorrows and she back-stabbed me. I always used to console and pacify her, but she betrayed me by nominating me," Alina, the only non-celebrity inmate on the show, said.
Source: Entertainment News | 22 Sep 2008 | 3:26 pm

Live Chat: Masumeh on September 23 at 1600 hrs IST

Sexy, hot, sensuous, mischievous…one would fall short of words to describe her. Making her debut as a cute and innocent Marathi 'mulgi' in Chupke Se, Masumeh went on to become a bombshell and a terrific actor in films like Dus Kahaniyaan, Woh Lamhe, Maqbool, and now in Saas Bahu Aur Sensex. Bollywood Hungama decided on giving Masumeh's fans a real treat by inviting her in on Celebrity Chat. So all you bollywood buffs out there, this is your opportunity to get up-close with Masumeh on Tuesday, September 23, at 1600 hrs IST.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 22 Sep 2008 | 2:32 pm

I just want to rediscover myself, says Padmini Kolhapure

Yesteryear actress Padmini Kolhapure, who took a break from acting at the prime of her career, will be seen in a new film, 'Mera Bachpan', but says that she has no intention of making a career out of her second innings. "I'm not trying to make a career from my comeback. I am doing what I did best and that is acting.
Source: Entertainment News | 22 Sep 2008 | 11:51 am

Reliance strikes a 'Big' deal with Steven Spielberg's DreamWorks SKG

Over the last few years, the Hindi film industry has seen the emergence of a lot of big corporate players and probably the biggest among them is the Anil Ambani owned Reliance Big Entertainment. The company, which has already made its presence felt across areas such as film production, distribution, exhibition, home video, DTH and music, has now bagged one of the most lucrative deals in the history of Indian cinema. Reliance Big Entertainment has inked a 1.5 billion $ deal with Steven Spielberg's DreamWorks SKG to set up a new age DreamWorks studio. The studio, to be based in Los Angeles, will produce 6 films per year for the next 6 years and the rights for all these films across platforms such as theatres, DTH, television, DVD's will remain with Reliance. As per the deal, DreamWorks will become a 50:50 joint venture of Spielberg, current DreamWorks chief executive Stacey Sinder and the Anil Ambani owned Reliance Big Entertainment. This coming together of one of the biggest conglomerates in India and the most popular director in the West (Steven Spielberg) is surely a 'Big' step for Indian cinema.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 22 Sep 2008 | 11:41 am