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Tahaan all set for Rome film fest
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 21 Oct 2008 | 6:14 pm London dreams as Bollywood meets Britain
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 21 Oct 2008 | 5:58 pm Mumbai medico plays Shivaji in tele-serial
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 21 Oct 2008 | 4:21 pm Yash Chopra honoured by The Hollywood ReporterYash Chopra was honoured by the renowned 'Hollywood Reporter' magazine at a function held on October 14, 2008 at Taj Land's End, Mumbai. He was felicitated for his invaluable contribution to Indian Cinema and the impact created by Yash Raj Films in business in the US. This reception was held to celebrate The Nielsen Impact Awards, an international recognition of individuals who have significantly influenced the global media landscape. Katherine Oliver, the Commissioner of the New York City Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre & Broadcasting was also present to honour this event, along with leading luminaries from the Indian film fraternity. In 2004, Hollywood Reporter had carried a survey on the "Biggest Film Distribution Houses" in the world in which Yash Raj Films was listed as the 27th in the world, making it thereby, the No.1 Film Distribution House in India. The Hollywood Reporter is Hollywood's first daily entertainment trade paper and is relied by entertainment executives around the world for the most comprehensive and up-to-the-minute analysis of the entertainment business.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 21 Oct 2008 | 4:17 pm Ajay, Arshad, Tusshar and Shreyas turn cross-dressers in Golmaal ReturnsGovinda started it; Aamir Khan and Riteish Deshmukh followed it and now its latest 'followers' are Shreyas, Tusshar, Ajay and Arshad! Before you start 'cult'ivating any sorts of ideas, let us clarify that we are indeed not talking of any cult, but the trend of 'cross dressing'. The four leading actors of the Golmaal Returns will now bee seen cross dressing as women folks! The reason? Well, there's a scene in the film that required these guys to dress up like women only in order to gain an entry in an 'only women' mall, since the eve was Women's Day! Recalling this scene, Rohit Shetty said, "I was quite taken aback when Ajay Devgan agreed to this scene in particular. He was very gung-ho to go ahead with the scene!! In fact, none of the guys had any reservations, which made it one of the best scenes in the film." As such, Golmaal Returns is carrying positive pre-release reports. If that was not enough, director Rohit Shetty is 'releasing' his trump cards one after the other, which only makes us further more curious to see the film. Way to go, Rohit!Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 21 Oct 2008 | 3:47 pm Ed Norton explains Fight Club mystery
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 21 Oct 2008 | 3:21 pm Deepika Padukone graces the cover of GraziaYou have always heard them say that 'A Diamond is a girl's best friend'. But have you ever wondered that who is a guy's best friend? Well, we cannot speak for others though, but one thing's for sure that if the guy is Ranbir Kapoor, then, his best friend HAS to be Deepika Padukone, who also is the cover-girl for this issue of the fashion magazine Grazia! If looking a thousand bucks means looking beautiful, then, the snaps of Deepika in this issue simply makes her priceless! Maybe, that's why she is justified to the core when she declares that "I charge what I think I am worth and if people are willing to pay me that much, it must mean that they think that I'm worth it too. No one affords risks like investing in actors they don't really believe in." Deepika is one girl, who can glorifyingly justify the term 'Hot Property' with her elegance and persona to match! Lastly, to add a few words of wisdom, let us also tell you that Prakash Padukone, besides being an ace badminton player and also Deepika's proud father, is also the reason as to why she is so much grounded even though at the peak of her career! In her own admission, she says "My father's always told me that fame is temporary and it's not important to dwell on it too much." With those values intact, Deepika surely will climb the ladder of success in this glam world.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 21 Oct 2008 | 3:18 pm Paris Hilton invites Prince William
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 21 Oct 2008 | 3:06 pm "Fashion is one of the most glamorous films made in Bollywood" - Kangna RanautClick above for more movie stills Kangna Ranaut, for me, is an overnight sensation. Many were jealous to the point of fury when she made her film debut in the Mahesh Bhatt camp, Gangster. Here's another good-looking bit of fluff stealing another prime role. But Kangna proved everyone wrong with her sheer talent. Hers is an extraordinary success story. Has any actor ever been as famous or desired without ever headlining a major picture? Just five films old, she has taken the world of Bollywood by storm. The woman's rise has been meteoric, to say the least. And, given the projects she has in the pipeline, it will only continue. She has not only impressed her director Madhur Bhandarkar but also her senior co-star Priyanka Chopra who says, "I had to prepare a lot physically to look like a model even though I am one but Kangna just slipped into it perfectly. She is the one to look out for in Fashion because it's her best performance to date". Going by the quote, it can be confidently said that this overnight sensation must be in the making over a decade. Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent Devansh Patel gets to know Kangna like she is - moody, confident and straight up in this quick haute couture interview. We've never seen Kangna Ranaut so glamorous before. What say? It's not about me being glamorous. Tomorrow I might play a de-glam girl, then what? But Fashion as a film is so glamorous that you mustn't have seen anything like this before in Bollywood. Fashion as a film is so glamorous that you mustn't have seen anything like this before in Bollywood You've worked the most with the Bhatt camp. How was it to work with the Bhandarkar camp for the first time? Any different? Every director has his own way of presenting their movie and their story. Both Bhandarkar sir and Bhatt sir are good in their own ways. They both put in their own ways and they are just too good. The other two, Priyanka and Mugdha have done professional modelling before. How was it for you to catwalk Kangna? On the sets, there were many people from the fashion industry who helped me a lot. So did Priyanka and Mugdha. Ultimately, it was Madhur sir, my director, who made the final call. So besides the script and I mean, besides the script, what else attracted you towards Fashion? In this script my character is such that you get to express you emotions, emotions that you have never delivered before in front of the camera. So when I heard the script, it was something new and much more challenging, more interesting and exciting. This is also the first time that you are not paired against any of the male lead. Did you miss your man? Male lead does not really make a difference. The film is about these characters. It does not matter to me if any male or female actors are there opposite me. Male lead does not really make a difference The film is now been given an adult rating. Will this hamper the box office results? I don't think so. Because even Life In A Metro was given an "A" certificate. But it does not matter. People see films and enjoy and I anyways don't think kids should watch movies, they should go and study. What have you to say about the drugs scene in the film? These scenes were shown three decades ago in Hare Rama Hare Krishna too. So why such a fuss? They had this whole book of rules and regulations and censor which I don't know why has made such a big deal about drugs? But it will only do good to the society, because we have shown the reality about drugs and I think people and especially youngsters should watch the film and know more about the consequences of drugs. I think people and especially youngsters should watch the film and know more about the consequences of drugs Tell us a bit about your exercise, food and fitness regime you had to undergo for your role in Fashion. Fashion has been a little fluctuating. Since I was playing the role of a supermodel I had to be a bit careful with my diet. I was eating normally but less of carbs. But this is the best I've looked in any film so far. So don't be surprised! There is not a single film where Kangna Ranaut doesn't shed her tears. Will Fashion be any different? No comments on this question of yours. Your films haven't really done well as far as the figures are concerned in the overseas. Do you think Fashion will be your first big commercial hit in the U.K? Yeah, I think so. But to say that my films haven't worked in the U.K can't be right because Life In A Metro had it's lavish premiere in London and it did reasonably well. I am sure that Fashion will impress the critics and audiences in the U.K. What is your style or fashion statement? It basically depends on your state of mind. If you're in a good mood and if you are not wearing something good, you will still be able to carry it off. And if you're not in a good mood, no matter how good the clothes you're wearing, you will not look good. I think the most important thing about what you're wearing is that you should be comfortable with it. The songs of Fashion are climbing up the charts. Which is your favourite song from the film and why? No song is my favourite as such because all the songs depend on the mood and the situation in the movie. Songs of Fashion actually soothes your soul. We all know that the casting couch prevails in the entertainment industry. Do you know of anyone who's gone through this worst experience off screen? I am from the film industry and there is no such thing as casting couch. It does not exist. I do know people who have tried hard to get into the modeling world and the film industry and still have not made it but neither of them has ever gone through it. I want to know who spreads these rumors about casting couch. Even the media gives it hype and spoils the name of the industry. I definitely want to catch hold of this person who thinks he or she knows everything about the casting couch. This is such a big industry and it does not work on exploiting people sexually. It works on hard work and talent. So I really don't know when will people understand this? What is the USP of Fashion? Madhur Bhandarkar of course. It's his best work ever. Another National Award in the making for this great director.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 21 Oct 2008 | 1:31 pm At 77, Shammi Kapoor's zest for life remains undiminishedDuring 1950s and 1960s, when the inimitable Bollywood trinity of Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor and Dev Anand was ruling the roost on the Hindi screen - each in his own different way, Shammi Kapoor blazoned across it like a rebel, doing the unconventional with elan and aplomb.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 21 Oct 2008 | 1:02 pm Live Chat: Celina Jaitley on Oct 22 at 1600 hrs ISTThis beautiful actress started out as a model and came into limelight when she won the prestigious Miss India beauty pageant. She was even one of the finalists of the Miss Universe pageant. Like other top models, she also got bitten by the Bollywood bug and made her debut with Khel. However, it was only after Janasheen, where she wore a bikini and played the violin bang in the middle of the ocean, that people took notice of her. Thus was born the sizzling hot Celina Jaitley. Celina made a mark in quite a few films and her acting in flicks like No Entry, Zinda, Red and Apna Sapna Money Money proved that even 'Models can Act'. The super-sexy actress is now looking forward to her next big release- Golmaal Returns, which opens across cinema halls this Diwali (on Oct 29th). Bollywood Hungama brings you a chance to get up, close and personal with the sizzling hot Celina Jaitley only on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Chat on Wednesday, Oct 22, at 1600 hrs IST.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 21 Oct 2008 | 12:31 pm Shah Rukh says yes to controversial Malaysian award - Screen Weekly
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Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 12:18 pm Halle Berry claims to control her own orgasmsLondon (ANI): Actress Gwyneth Paltrow, a renowned friend close to Madonna, has revealed that she is supporting the singer in every possible way to help her deal with her on-going divorce process. The Shakespeare In Love star, who was at the premiere of her new flick 'Two Lovers' in London, ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 12:05 pm Farhan Akhtar does his bit for Bihar flood victimsMUMBAI (Reuters) - For filmmaker Farhan Akhtar, an in-flight newspaper was the catalyst for an upcoming Mumbai concert organised by the "Rock On" star to raise funds for flood victims in Bihar.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:58 am Venkata In Sankata - PreviewActor-director Ramesh Aravind appears as a police constable in his fourth directorial venture Venkata In Sankata. Ramesh Aravind's previous film Accident earned decent collections from the box office; his earlier ventures (Rama Shama Bhama and Satyavan Savitri) were super hits. Known as an intelligent director, Ramesh's films have the right ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:54 am Paltrow to help Madonna in divorce dealLondon (ANI): Actress Gwyneth Paltrow, a renowned friend close to Madonna, has revealed that she is supporting the singer in every possible way to help her deal with her on-going divorce process. The Shakespeare In Love star, who was at the premiere of her new flick 'Two Lovers' in London, ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:52 am 'Kids shouldn't watch films, let them study' - Screen Weekly
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:45 am 'Roadside Romeo': A Dog’s Life… And times! - MSN India
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:44 am Ekta Kapoor's Kyunki to go off air? - Rediff
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:42 am Peaches wedding to Max was a little bit nutsLondon (ANI): Sir Bob Geldof's daughter Peaches Geldof, 19, has admitted that her wedding to musician Max Drummey in a Las Vegas chapel in August was a little bit 'nuts'. Peaches has also revealed how her relationship with Drummey began via MySpace, went on to a meeting in London iTunes ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:36 am Zac Efron to star in Pirates of the Caribbean 4London (ANI): High School Musical star Zac Efron has been reportedly paid a staggering 6 million pounds to be a part of the Pirates of the Caribbean 4. The 21-year-old is said to have been approached to star along with Johnny Depp in what will be the fourth sequel in ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:22 am Veteran director Sridhar passes away - MSN India
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:21 am Kidman buys cattle ranch in AustraliaWashington (ANI): Actress Nicole Kidman has bought a cattle ranch in Australia after being inspired from a movie role. For her role in Australia, the Oscar-winner had to herd cows. Kidman, whose co-star in the movie is Hugh Jackman, insisted that despite her initial reservations about the gruelling stunts, she ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:12 am Mariah Carey had second thoughts about marriageWashington, (ANI): Mariah Carey has revealed that she had second thoughts before marrying singer Nick Cannon. The 38-year-old pop star wed Cannon in the Bahamas in April (08) after a six-week whirlwind romance. When asked what the reason behind the second thoughts, she said - their 10-year age gap.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 11:00 am Wishing Shammi Kapoor a Very Happy Birthday"We wish you a Happy Birthday and a beautiful long life" ⦠These are the heartfelt words that every cinegoer is singing today as it's the birthday of the none other than the eternally soft spoken Shammi Kapoor, the Original Superstar of the silver screen! Shammi, besides ruling and reigning the hearts of millions of fans worldwide, is also a darling brother to Raj Kapoor and Shashi Kapoor, two of the most biggest talents that Bollywood has ever witnessed! Shammiji has an array of hits attached to his name. A sample few read like Tumsa Nahin Dekha Dil Deke Dekho, Junglee, Brahmchari, Teesri Manzil, Andaz! He was the most handsome lover boy of the 50s and 60s and probably the most energetic hero Bollywood has seen till date. Join Bollywood Hungama as we wish this Premier Superstar a happy Birthday, simply by posting your wishes below:Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 21 Oct 2008 | 10:56 am X Factor put on terror alertLondon (ANI): The X Factor was put on terror alert after Islamist militant leader Omar Bakri claimed that it was an anti-Muslim show, because it had released a charity single for injured British troops. Bakri, 50, also hit out at Muslims who gave out or wore the Help For Heroes ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 10:52 am Madonna to stay in UK despite divorce - Hindu
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 10:52 am Aamir invited for dinner by Swedish Princess! - Zee News
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 10:48 am Dannii Minogue gives up on Botox injectionsLondon, (ANI): X Factor judge Dannii Minogue has decided to give up on Botox injections after they left her face frozen and expressionless. The decision came after Minogue, 37, revealed that viewers could no longer tell what facial expression she was pulling after the jabs made her lines disappear and ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 10:43 am Santosh Sivan's 'Tahaan' all set for Rome film festAfter making waves at Pusan and London film festivals, ace filmmaker Santosh Sivan's 'Tahaan' is all set to enthrall viewers at the Rome International Film Festival, starting Wednesday.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 21 Oct 2008 | 10:32 am Cheryl's message to cheating hubbyLondon (ANI): Singer Cheryl Cole seems to have sent out a message to her 'cheating' hubby Ashley Cole in her new song. The X Factor babe performed the tune with her band on Oct 18's show, while the English footballer stood in the audience. The fans think that the lyrics ...Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 10:28 am All you wanted to know about HeroesSometimes it takes only a moment to bring about a big change. One experience can transform you forever. One journey can set you on a path that you will follow all your life. Heroes is the story of one such journey. A journey enriched with moments and experience that changes the outlook of two young boys. Heroes is directed by Samir Karnik and stars Salman Khan, Preity Zinta, Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Mithun Chakraborty, Dino Morea, Sohail Khan and Vatsal Sheth in lead roles. Heroes emphasizes on the simple experiences that can awaken feelings of patriotism. The film, shot at some picturesque locales of Manali, Ladakh, Delhi and Punjab, is an attempt to bring out the new age meaning of patriotism - 'You don't have to be a soldier to love your country' As the film opens across cinema halls this week (Oct 24th) we at Bollywood Hungama bring you all that you wanted to know about Heroes in this exclusive section. So read on and Enjoy!!!  Preview  Heroes is the story of these two boys who travel a thousand miles to deliver three letters as a part of their film school assignment. But little do they... More...   Music Reviews  Monty comes with an out and out road number in the form of 'Wat's Up My Bro' which has a Western base to it and goes well with the theme of the... More...  News  - All eyes on 'Heroes' - Hrishita Bhatt's cameo in Heroes - Samir Karnik denies the postponement of Heroes - Sohail and Arbaaz Khan play farmers in Kissan - Mera Bharat Mahan is now Heroes  Features  - Sallu becomes Sardar for Heroes - "Heroes has nothing to do with war, fights and violence" - Salman Khan  Gallery  Movie Wallpapers Movie Stills - Movie Screensaver: Heroes - On the Sets: Heroes - First Look: Heroes  Broadband  Theatrical Trailer (Heroes) Riya Sen Speaks About 'Heroes' - The Making Of 'Heroes' - Badmash Launde (Heroes) - Makhana - Killer (Heroes) - Makhana (Heroes) - The Making Of 'Makhana' (Heroes) - Samir Karnik Speaks About 'Heroes' - Sohail Khan Speaks About 'Heroes' - Vatsal Sheth Speaks About 'Heroes' - Teaser 1 (Heroes) - Mannata (Heroes) - The Making Of 'Mannata' (Heroes) - Promo 1 (Heroes) - Samir Karnik Speaks About HeroesSource: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 21 Oct 2008 | 10:23 am Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt are 'Mareez-E-Mohabbat'More over 'Dard-E-Disco', it's going to be time for some 'Mareez-E-Mohabbat' in around a couple of months from now. And while Shah Rukh Khan had shown his six-pack abs in the Om Shanti Om song, Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt have decided to take a 'shortcut' by being fully covered in the number 'Mareez-E-Mohabbat' which would be on air soon. The song has been picturised for Anil Kapoor's home production Shortcut - The Con Is On and features the 'jhakaas' actor with 'munnabhai' Sanju baba. Confirms a source attached to the film which should find a way in theaters early 2009, ''Shortcut - The Con Is On has Akshaye Khanna, Arshad Warsi and Amrita Rao as the three leads. However, Sanjay Dutt and Anil Kapoor would be seen in a guest appearance. The number is called 'Mareez-E-Mohabbat' and who else but Javed (Akhtar) saab could have come up with such lyrics?'' The number features Amrita Rao as well and has been choreographed by Bosco and Ceaser. ''Shooting for the song is through and it has turned out quite well. Sanju baba and Anil Kapoor had a blast dancing to this number, courtesy a catchy tune by Shankar, Ehsaan and Loy who have composed for the film. They have done a great job in creating an earthy tune'', says a crew member. Incidentally, Anil Kapoor's last outing as a producer was Gandhi My Father which had received immense critical acclaim in 2007. However, Shortcut is a full on commercial venture and features three more songs in addition to 'Mareez-E-Mohabbat'. While the title track 'Shortcut' is quite peppy, 'Koi Ye Na Jaane' is a fun romantic number while 'Kal Nau Baje' is a poetic love song. ''Shankar, Ehsaan and Loy have come together with Javed saab to make a good album with lot of variety'', adds the source. Shortcut - The Con Is On is directed by Neeraj Vora and also stars Simi Garewal along with Chunkey Pandey. Anees Bazmee, who has given three back to back hits in the form of Singh Is Kinng, Welcome and No Entry, has written the screenplay of the film.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 21 Oct 2008 | 9:55 am Deepika has absolutely ‘no comments’ on Ranbir Kapoor - Zee News
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 21 Oct 2008 | 9:44 am Mira Nair shoots a bio-pic on Amelia Earhart starring Hillary SwankIt has been a heartbreaking time for Mira Nair. Shantaram with Johnny Depp and Mr Bachchan didn't take off. "And in September when I was offered Amelia, I said no because I was busy with Shantaram. Then Shantaram fell apart. They came back to me with Amelia in January. I never thought I'd be able to switch from my Mumbai mood for Shantaram to this project, having spent one year flying in and out of Mumbai for Shantaram. But then you know these things happen." Mira Nair has now almost wrapped up her bio-pic on Amelia Earhart called Amelia with Hillary Swank in the lead. "She's amazing!" sighs Mira. "A fantastic actress. She has an uncanny resemblance to the original character. I mean she could've been Amelia Earhart. I didn't pick her. The producers picked her. The project came to me with her already on broad." "We've three more weeks to shoot in South Africa. But before that, I'm taking two weeks off to go home", Mira says from London on Thursday afternoon. She has also completed a 6-minute film on love starring Natalie Portman and Irrfan Khan called Kosher Vegetarian. "It's part of a series on love called New York I Love You. And it's got twelve directors holding forth on love. The only pre-condition was, it must not exceed six minutes. I had this wonderful idea. Irrfan and Natalie create magic. It's a nice vigorous exercise to create a story in so little time. But we had no choice. It had to be six minutes. I finished it in February and moved to the badaa picture." Amelia is Mira's biggest film to date. "A true epic in scope. We're shooting around the world. It's about Amelia Eahart who pretty much pioneered aviatrix. It starts in the earlier years of aviation. My film goes from the 1920s to 1937 when she did her final flight around the world. And ultimately disappeared."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 21 Oct 2008 | 9:39 am Dharmendra's special birthday gift to HemaHema Malini had herself a rocking belated birthday party on Saturday night. "I enjoyed myself thoroughly because all the people I love, all my close relatives and family were there. And of course Dharamji. How could he not be there?" Ask her what the love of her life gifted her and Hema first brushes the question off. "I'm too old for gifts. And still, I'm constantly getting gifts on my birthdays. The older guests gave me sarees. The younger ones made cards. As for Dharamji he has given me so much already. For this birthday he gave his gift in advance." What was that gift? "Some very elegant jewellery that I really wanted. Actually, my birthday celebration this year went on for a week. It started with a havan on 14th and ended with the party last night where I had a Bengali couple singing Ghazals (I like to encourage new talent). While they sang our party suddenly turned into a dance party. We all hit the floor." At 60, Hema seems to have suddenly discovered her fun side in a big way. "I was always a fun person," she protests. "When you've two growing daughters you kind of grow up with them and learn to have fun." Any regret about the birthday party? "None. But Rekha couldn't come. I always invite her for all my birthday parties. This time I invited Zeenat (Aman). And she was kind enough to come. It's good to catch up with colleagues once in a while. I'd have invited Raakhee also. But she wouldn't come, I'm sure of that."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 21 Oct 2008 | 9:06 am Dharmendra gifts jewellery set to Hema on birthdayHema Malini had a rocking birthday with hubby Dharmendra giving her a special jewellery set and daughters - Esha and Ahana - organising a grand bash.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 21 Oct 2008 | 9:00 am Wishing Helen a Very Happy BirthdayToday is the birthday of that special someone who can very aptly be conferred with the credit of 'Revolutionizing Bollywood'. Till the time she entered films, the word 'cabaret' was considered to be a taboo of the highest order in Bollywood. But, her 'élan-filled' performances of cabaret numbers on-screen, took the same to a different level altogether, so much so that till today she remains the undisputed dancing queen in Bollywood and needless to say a Dancing Diva! She is none other than tinsel town's very own Helen, whose 'Yeh mera dil pyaar ka deewana' and 'Mera naam chin chin chu' remain the most eternal dance numbers till date. Helen has to her credit, zillions of films like Aawara, Howrah Bridge, China Town, Pagla Kahin Ka, Khamoshi: The Musical, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam etc⦠which gave the cinegoers reasons galore to flock into the theaters over and over again! Join Bollywood Hungama as we wish this Dancing Legend a Very Happy Birthday, by posting your wishes below:Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 21 Oct 2008 | 7:58 am All eyes on 'Heroes'Click above for more movie stills Most directors fall in love with their films. Tell them to trim some sequences or reduce the length by a few minutes and they refuse all suggestions outright. In fact, most directors tend to lose objectivity when they complete the film and expect no suggestions from any quarters. But Samir Karnik is an exception. While screening the film for the armed forces -- producers have to get a clearance from them if they depict armed forces in a film, prior to getting the censor clearance -- Samir decided to watch his film objectively and see where it slows. The moment he watched the film, as a viewer, he decided to delete 12 minutes' footage pronto. "I felt the film was losing its grip at a few places, which is why I decided to trim the film myself. Instead of trimming the film later, it makes sense to trim it yourself, much before the final print is ready," Samir states. Meanwhile, the hype for the film is increasing by the day and one expects this multi-starrer to change the tide for better.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 21 Oct 2008 | 7:14 am Acid test for Ajay, Kareena, PriyankaClick above for more movie stills All eyes are on the two films slated for release this Diwali -- GOLMAAL RETURNS and FASHION. And those associated with the two films would be hoping that the festival of lights spreads light in their lives. GOLMAAL RETURNS is crucial for Ajay Devgan. The talented actor has had a spate of flops [CASH, RAMGOPAL VARMA KI AAG, HALLA BOL, MEHBOOBA; SUNDAY was ordinary in some circuits, while U ME AUR HUM did well at big city plexes] and GOLMAAL RETURNS could prove to be the turning point in his career. Kareena Kapoor too is hoping to cement her status with GOLMAAL RETURNS. Her sole release this year [TASHAN] sank at the box-office and though she's riding high on popularity charts, she needs a solid Hit to stay put on the throne. Her rival and contender to the throne, Katrina Kaif, has already had a great innings. The worst affected is Priyanka Chopra. The industry labels anyone a jinxed actor/actress if you have a spate of flops to your credit. And Priyanka has had flops, flops and more flops than any actress this year. In 2006 it was AAP KI KHATIR, in 2007 SALAAM-E-ISHQ and BIG BROTHER and in 2008, as many as four flops in a row -- LOVE STORY 2050, GOD TUSSI GREAT HO, CHAMKU and DRONA. Will FASHION change her fortunes? Or will Kangana Ranaut walk away with accolades? We will know on October 29. Till then Ms. Chopra can chew her nails in anxiety!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 21 Oct 2008 | 7:06 am I hope my film captures dignity of slum dwellers: Danny BoyleBritish director Danny Boyle says unlike 'City of Joy' and 'Salaam Bombay', his film 'Slumdog Millionare' does not portray people living in Indian slums as poor and desperate.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 21 Oct 2008 | 5:02 am Mumbai's street pups inspired 'Roadside Romeo': Jugal HansrajCute pups playing by the roadside; yawning, scratching, winking at one another and chasing vehicles on the streets of Mumbai - that is what inspired actor-turned-director Jugal Hansraj to write and direct his animation film 'Roadside Romeo'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 21 Oct 2008 | 5:02 am Celina going places, teams up with Sean ConneryFormer Miss India and Bollywood actress Celina Jaitley couldn't have asked for more. First she landed a role in Hollywood film 'Quest of Sheherzade' and now she will team up with Oscar winner Sean Connery in the international project based on 'Arabian Nights'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 21 Oct 2008 | 4:01 am Imran Khan gets Shruti Haasan to sing in 'Luck'Bollywood's new heartthrob Imran Khan says his 'Luck' co-star Shruti Haasan's real-life singer image is now being incorporated into the film by director Soham Shah.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 21 Oct 2008 | 2:00 am Lakme Fashion Week - Day 1 [Gallery] Lakme Fashion Week Day One -NCPA, Mumbai.Celebs : Priyanka Chopra, Kangana Ranaut, Mugdha Godse, Jaya Bachchan, Mausmi Makhija Hard Kaur, Perizaad Zorabian, Prachi Desai, Sunil Shetty and Aashish Chaudhary.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 21 Oct 2008 | 12:00 am Live Chat: Tusshar Kapoor Oct 21 at 1700 hrs ISTHe played the lover boy with ease opposite Kareena Kapoor in his first film Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai. He even excelled in his role as the rookie cop in Rajkumar Santoshi's Khakee. He had everyone in splits with his mute boy act in Golmaal and he did send a few shivers down people's spine with his gangster act in Shootout At Lokhandwala. He is none other than the incredibly talented and versatile Tusshar Kapoor. Tusshar is all excited as his big release Golmaal Returns is just around the corner. If you thought he was extremely funny in the first part, wait till you watch Tusshar in Golmaal Returns. He is sure to bring the house down with his dumb antics. Bollywood Hungama gives you a chance to have a fun-filled chat with Tusshar Kapoor and ask him all you want to know about Golmaal Returns only on Bollywood Hungama's Celeb Chat on Tuesday, Oct 21, at 1700 hrs IST.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Oct 2008 | 5:09 pm Ill-fitting outfits deprive 'EMI' cast of ramp walk at LFWThe cast of Suneil Shetty and Ekta Kapoor's 'EMI' were deprived of a ramp walk at the Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) that commenced here Monday due to the lack of properly fitting clothes.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Oct 2008 | 4:02 pm Big TV gets 500,000 subscribers in two monthsEmerging as a strong player in the direct-to-home (DTH) arena, Big TV Monday said it has touched the 500,000 subscriber mark within two months of the launch of its services and expects to add 400,000 subscribers every month.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Oct 2008 | 3:01 pm "People who've seen Fashion have told me that it's my best work till now" - Madhur ...After making films for nearly a decade, Madhur Bhandarkar shows no sign of losing any of the raw intelligence, energy and vitality that have made him a continuing force in the Indian cinema. He has achieved notable success in all his films because he knew what he wanted and showed an adventurous spirit in going out and getting it. For the majority of his films, he lets the simple, resonant situations play out, eliciting excellent performances from his actors, right from Chandni Bar to Satta to Page 3 and Corporate. Picking a favourite Madhur Bhandarkar film can be a tough challenge. They are all so uniformly excellent, moving, hard hitting and honest. As a director he has the confidence, generosity, and intelligence to allow his actor and the characters they play, the freedom to truly reveal themselves on screen. With his new film Fashion, he reveals the entire Fashion Industry in front of you, right from what the models go through, their turmoil, their morals, their aspirations and their sacrifices. And of course, with Madhur behind the camera, you can expect much more. In this Bollywood Hungama exclusive, the director talks to our London correspondent Devansh Patel and gets Fashion-conscious. First things first! Will Fashion be your fourth National Award winning film? What a way to start this interview (laughs). I am really keeping my fingers crossed because some of the people who've seen the movie have told me that Fashion is my best work till now. I believe in making the film and leaving it to the audiences and the critics to decide whether it'll work or not. I have done a good job and am waiting for 29th October, the Diwali day which is an auspicious day to release any film. Hope it works. People who've seen the movie have told me that Fashion is my best work till now It means that it'll be a very fashionable Diwali, isn't it? (laughs) Absolutely fashionable. I am really happy that the movie is releasing on this day because every time I've made a film, I wanted to release it during Diwali and that day has come. I am so happy and excited to see the kind of buzz and enthusiasm the movie is generating in India and abroad among the audiences, exhibitors, etc. The songs have also really picked up quite well too, especially, 'Jalwa' and 'Mar Jawa'. Mr. Ram Gopal Varma said that the only film he is looking forward to after string of flops is Fashion. He also went on to say that the content of Fashion will be pretty interesting. Any comments? It's really great, in fact, I just spoke to him this afternoon and he was really looking forward to Fashion. He can't wait to see the film. He sent me an sms saying that the promos are also looking stunning. For me personally, it's really nice because I've worked with Mr Varma for couple of years and I've learnt a lot from him as far as filmmaking is concerned. He has this gut feeling about movies and when he says that the film will work, it does work. RGV has this gut feeling about movies and when he says that the film will work, it does work Your films are based on reality, events and stories happening in the real life. Will Fashion follow the same path too or is it only going to be fictional? My movies are always slice of life. They've always been a mixed blend of realism and fiction together. So there will be some element of fiction in Fashion. Before I make any film, I do a lot of research, meet and interact with people. The audiences will relate to Fashion in a way. Did you meet any of the fashion worlds top models and designers for their advice? Absolutely yes. I've interacted with almost everybody from the fashion world. From the top of the designers to the top super models, the sponsors, the choreographers, etc. It was six to seven months of research which took me to make such kind of a movie and a lot of people from the fashion industry are connected to the film also. Like there are real models and designers you'll see in Fashion. There are other fashion icons like Aishwarya Rai, Dia Mirza, Sushmita Sen, etc. What made you cast Priyanka Chopra? Priyanka Chopra and I always wanted to work together. I remember that she was a great fan of my movies and once we met at one of the film festivals. At that time she had loved my film Corporate. That's when she was really interested in working with me. So I told her that if something comes along, I'll definitely let her know. Once I told her that I'm making this film on the fashion world, she said to come and narrate the film to her. She liked the narration and the character of Meghna Mathur who comes from Chandigarh to Mumbai to make it as a super model. And why Mugdha Godse? That's interesting too. When I was researching for Fashion and went to the Delhi Fashion Week, where I saw this girl walking on the ramp. I was introduced to her previously by a friend of mine. When I saw the confidence in her walk and her eyes, I knew she was my Janet of Fashion. I met her and straight away told her if she was interested to do a movie with me. The rest is history now. In fact, she has surprised everybody by her performance in Fashion. From Priyanka to Kangana, everybody appreciated her work. People say that models can't act. I can say that Mugdha, the newest model turned actress will prove them wrong. You're working with a fresh and a new team of actors this time around. How was the experience? I always make it a point to work with a new team and a new set of actors all the time. It's challenging and something different. This is my style of working. You've said that Fashion is your best work ever, better than all your past films. Is it really? I don't know or remember where I said this or who has said this (laughs). For me, my best work will always remain Satta which didn't do very well at the box office. Konkana Sen Sharma and Atul Kulkarni, your two lucky mascots. You can't leave them behind can you? (laughs) Yes, I can't. They are the best I've worked with. I did approach Atul Kulkarni to play a cameo in Fashion but he couldn't make it for some reason. The good thing is that Konkana is there. She plays herself, Konkana Sen Sharma - the actress. Her boyfriend Ranvir Shorey is also there and both of them play a couple in the film. This is your first film which will appeal to the overseas audiences as well, seeing the subject you've approached this time - Fashion. Any comments? You're right. For me it's a big leap in terms of the film, the concept and the budget because I've never made a movie of 18 to 20 crores. I've always made it between 3 to 4 crores. I always say that I am an experimental filmmaker but my films do get a commercial acceptance. So for me, I'm excited by the kind of feedback, messages and calls I'm getting from the U.K and the U.S. I hope that it gets appreciated there. As you must be aware that the U.K market is star driven. What have you got for them besides Priyanka Chopra? Priyanka Chopra is the first thing which will make it big in the U.K. But more than her, it's the concept and the look of the film which people are going to love. I bet, the overseas audiences haven't seen such style in Hindi movies before. Fashion will change that. Priyanka Chopra has changed at least 150 dresses in the film. Fashion is a personal story of these three models and what they go through. I am not making a statement on the Fashion Industry here. Fashion is a personal story of these three models and what they go through. I am not making a statement on the Fashion Industry here What about the homosexuality element in the fashion world which prevails? Have you shown that aspect too? Definitely yes. The gay angle in Fashion is very evident. Is it wise to go on a fashion show to promote your film rather than go to any reality shows? Reality show or fashion week or any kind of publicity for any film is a must. If we have to do both, we have to do it. There is no way out and there is nothing wrong in it. I think every filmmaker and the films cast want their film to reach the widest of its audiences. Even the kind of investment put into promotion now-a-days is huge. So it definitely is a platform to promote your film. Have you met any model who has given up more than just their morals in the fashion world? (laughs) I know what your question is targeting to. Fashion is much beyond the casting couch story. There are many things that a model has to sacrifice or eradicate like his or hers position, principals, ethics, etc. to reach the top. This film is exactly that. And yes, I have met models who've given up many things than just their morals to reach the standing in their career where they are right now. You love women, don't you? All your films are more or less having a female protagonist. Yes, I love my women. Except Traffic Signal, all my films have showcased women as the main lead. You see, even in Traffic Signal, Neetu Chandra and Konkana Sen Sharma's characters were very strong. I really feel that there are certain issues in certain films where the female protagonist can say the narration in a much better way than the male hero. I've been lucky in that way and my women too who've seen their film worked wonders for them. It's a proud moment. We've even seen UTV's Ronnie Screwvala experiment with different genres. Has he been a great support besides just being a producer? Ronnie has always been a great admirer of my work and I respect him because he is a man who always encourages new cinema. So after Chandni Bar, Page 3, Corporate, etc we used to meet so many times in parties and events and he questioned me as to when will I be doing a film with him. That's when one day we met and I narrated him the idea of Fashion. He said that it was a superb idea and we should go ahead with it. This is the first time when I'm co-producing the film with Ronnie. It's called UTV and Bhandarkar Entertainment presents Fashion. It's my first production. So, your money is at stake then huh? (laughs) Yes, of course, and not only that, my name and my reputation too. It's strange to see that in an economic meltdown like this, every actor and director are turning producers to keep themselves secure. It's not about escapism. Today, people want to invest money only because they know that they'll get something back from it. If you see five years ago, no one used to get such big pay packs as an actor and a director. Now things have changed. It's become a big business now. The kind of multiplexes hitting India and the kind of revenue being generated is larger than life. Another feather in the cap for you Madhur. You and Aamir Khan are being felicitated at the 7th Third Eye Asian Film Festival. I wish I had a collection of such caps too. (laughs) It's a great feeling for me and when I got the news a few weeks ago, I was over the moon. I know Aamir Khan, and we do interact with each other, not too frequently though. But socially whenever we meet, we talk. I loved his film Taare Zameen Par. It's an unbelievable film and I am also proud of the fact that it's the official entry at the Oscars from India. When do we then see a Madhur Bhandarkar film going to the Oscars? I just keep making movies. But fingers crossed, hopefully very soon. I've already got my three Oscars from India which are the National Awards.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 20 Oct 2008 | 2:37 pm Young designers win applause, good business at WIFWA young brigade of designers, a clutch of foreign buyers and a high style quotient were ample indications that the just concluded 12th edition of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW) has firmly established itself as the premier business-to-business platform for the design industry.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 20 Oct 2008 | 2:32 pm New Yorker publishes work of French Nobel laureate!Nobel laureate Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clezio, little known to American audiences before being named the winner of the literature prize, is getting another introduction to US readers: His work is appearing for the first time in The New Yorker.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm Matthiessen finalist for Watson book!American author Peter Matthiessen has been nominated as the finalists for Watson Book. His book `Shadow Country`, that focuses on a reworking of his Florida-centric Watson trilogy. The National Book Foundation announced the finalists.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm Jack Nicholson pays tribute to favourite waitress !Jack Nicholson honoured his favourite waitress after she passed away battling with cancer.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm `Heroes` - Sameer Karnik pins hopes on patriotism now!After two box office debacles - "Kyun! Ho Gaya Na..." and "Nanhe Jaisalmer" - director Sameer Karnik returns with "Heroes". Releasing Friday, the multi-starrer is based loosely on the cult classic "The Motorcycles Diaries".Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm Pritam packs in lot of punch in `Golmaal Returns` !After hits like "Race", "Kismat Konnection" and "Singh is Kinng", Pritam Chakraborty offers yet another hit album with "Golmaal Returns". It has nine tracks including five remixes and most of them are pretty catchy.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm McCartney`s girlfriend moves in with him!Beatles legend Paul McCartney has asked new girlfriend Nancy Shevell to moving in with him just five months after his divorce with Heather Mills.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm 18 month dry love-making spell bought down Guy-Madonna`s marriage!As Madge`s marriage to hubby Guy Ritchie bites dust, the gossipmills are working overtime churning out several theories that led to the fall of one of the most popular couples in Hollywood. With the reasons getting outraegous by the day, it has now been stated that it was Madonna`s obsession with her body that bought the marriage down like a house of cards.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm I`d be stupid to lose Maria, says Arshad Warsi!Arshad Warsi whose marriage with Maria had reportedly been short-circuited sending out sparks that the once lovey-dovey couples` ten year long matrimony had gone kaput and the two were headed for a divorce, has received a short in the arm as the actor has denied all such speculations stating that he would be `stupid` to lose his wife.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm Sanjay Dutt pocketing 15 crores per film, signs 28 projects!Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt is on a signing spree and accepting new projects at a price he never commanded before - a staggering Rs 15 crores/150 million per film.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm Eva Longoria hits back at critics again!American film and TV actress Eva Longoria Parker has hit back at claims that she is pregnant or fat - insisting she is merely “a little rounder” after giving up exercise over the summer.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 20 Oct 2008 | 1:05 pm Pooja Bedi denies knowledge of film being made on motherBollywood actress turned television celebrity anchor Pooja Bedi has denied any knowledge of a film being made on her mother Protima Bedi. Pooja, daughter of Kabir Bedi and his first wife Protima, said that she has neither been approached by any director or producer for permission nor for providing any information on her mother. "Neither I or any of my family members know about the film," Pooja said.Source: Entertainment News | 20 Oct 2008 | 12:47 pm
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