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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 4:43 pm Ash sidelined in Pink Panther
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 3:54 pm I am thrilled: Ajay Devgan
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 3:21 pm Is Oye Lucky!Lucky Oye! based on Delhi's famous Super-Chor Bunty?Click above for more movie stills The promos of UTV Motion Pictures' Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! have just hit the screens and by the looks of it, this one promises to be yet another light-hearted entertainer. The film starring Abhay Deol (as Lucky), Neetu Chandra and Paresh Rawal in lead roles is directed by Dibakar Banerjee (of Khosla Ka Ghosla fame). Like Dibakar's previous film, this one too is set in Delhi, however, it talks about Lucky, a lovable thief who even the Delhi police are extremely fond of. His modus operandi is to outsmart the people, chowkidars and policemen with his sharp mind and wit. He is an aspiring individual who loves good things in life and is generally enamored by the lifestyles of rich and affluent Delhi families. In fact, the buzz is that Lucky's character is inspired by real life thief- Super Chor Devender aka Bunty who is currently awaiting his trial in Delhi Central Jail. Bunty was famous for robbing not just money and jewellery but even items like Kashmiri carpets, crystal cutlery, antique clocks, golf sets, bottles of Scotch, and luxury watches like Rolex and Rado. We quizzed director Dibakar Banerjee on whether this is true? "Not really. Abhay's character, Lucky, is based on a composite of many small time thieves/ robbers/ criminals whom we have heard or read about in the news reports. The Super Chor could be one of them but it's not wholly and solely based on any one character. The character was developed on the basis of things I had seen around me during my growing up years .I have been living with this idea for a long time now. At the end of the day, it's a work of fiction based on all the research that I have done." One of the highlights of the film is Paresh Rawal who will be seen playing a triple role. "Yes, Pareshji is playing a triple role in the film. In fact one of his characters is that of a Wedding Band waalah who covertly also runs an auto-theft racket. The idea for this character came from a news report which I had read a while ago. That was the starting point and then I fleshed out the character in detail. So you take anecdotes, refer to events and then arrange it in a narrative which would be entertaining to watch. In a nutshell my film's premise is such that it makes for an excellent satire," signs off the talented director.Source: Indiafm.com News | 7 Nov 2008 | 3:20 pm Celina floors rugby star Monty Beetham at her international film premiereViolently ill and shivering with the cold at the premiere of her first international film, Love Has No Language, in Auckland on Nov 5, Celina Jaitley rubbed shoulders with the crème de la crème of New Zealand. And that too in the pouring rain. "It was the grandest premiere I ever attended," gushes Celina. Days after the premiere she's in a daze. "800 Asians turned up to meet me besides the 325 formal invitees. We had the crème de la crème of New Zealand attending, including television film and sports personalities." Prominent in the sports section of attendees was New Zeland's rugby star Monty Beetham who was quite taken up with Celina. Apparently, his eyes trailed our Celina across the premiere venue. Laughs Celina, "I'm no stranger to male attention. Though I met Beetham only briefly, I believe he was quite taken up by what he called the Indian beauty. I was just floored by all the attention I got." Hours before the premiere, Celina wasn't sure if she would be able to attend. "I was down with this acute tummy infection. I was doubling up with cramps and pain. I really thought I wouldn't be able to attend. But at the last minute, I squeezed into my Manish Malhotra gown and dragged myself to the red carpet. The effort was worth it." The movie got a standing ovation. "Not only that, people stood in the pouring rain for autographs and pictures. I tried to oblige everyone. The New Zealanders are extremely warm. As I shook hands with them, the freezing cold melted away. Never mind my gown shrank into a mini-skirt." Celina cuts down all chances of a romance with her co-star. She describes her Love Has No Language co-star Ben Mitchell as scary and horrifying. "He scared the hell out of me with bugs and butterflies all the time. Believe it or not, I'm terrified of butterflies. And although the film is called Love Has No Language, I couldn't understand anything he said because of his Kiwi accent. Maybe because I wasn't really in love with him."Source: Indiafm.com News | 7 Nov 2008 | 3:16 pm Top Telugu stars to clash in Andhra polls
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 2:59 pm Review: EMI is watchable - Sify
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 1:28 pm Abhishek’s attitude is the answer to John’s hot-bod - Zee News
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:49 pm Review: `Quantum of Solace` is a consolation prize for Bond fans!!While Indians are still jumping with excitement about the fact that they can catch a glimpse of `The James Bond` before their western cousins, we ponder over the product that has been offered powdered with much glitz and glam to the world.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:22 pm Prachi Desai turns down Ekta Kapoor, Mahesh Bhatt films!Prachi Desai is just one film old, but she`s already courting controversy by declining mentor Ekta Kapoor`s film and opting out of Mahesh and Mukesh Bhatt`s much talked-about "Jashan". The young actress, however, insists that she hasn`t upset anyone.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:22 pm Preview: Arjun Rampal hopes to `Rock On` with `EMI` !Still flying high on the astounding success of his `Generation X` flick `Rock On`, Arjun Rampal has his fingers crossed as he prays to repeat the magic with his second movie this year `EMI`. The film, that hits theatres the same day as the MI 2 agent James Bond returns for vengeance, has some tough competition to beat. Nevertheless, being of a comic genre, the film has the potential to catch the fancy of action haters.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:22 pm Paul McCartney steals show at MTV Europe awards!Former Beatle Paul McCartney stole the show at the MTV Europe Music Awards on Thursday, accepting a one-off prize from the pop channel in his home city of Liverpool to deafening applause.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:22 pm I`ve worked very hard on my body: Priyanka Chopra!After flaunting her curves and earning rave reviews for her performance in "Fashion", Priyanka Chopra is all set to show off her svelte figure in swimsuits and beachwear in forthcoming film "Dostana".Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:22 pm Preview: `Ek Vivah Aisa Abhi` hopes to repeat `Vivah` magic!Just when the critics were on the verge of writing off Sooraj Barjatya as a has been, whipping his filmmaking sense terming it as old fashioned and obsolete, he proved them all wrong by delivering a block buster hit `Vivah`. Two years later, the noted filmmaker is out to prove the mettle of `Rajshri Films` again with yet another traditional offering `Ek Vivah Aisa Bhi` that hits theatres today.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:22 pm I've worked very hard on my body, says Priyanka ChopraAfter flaunting her curves and earning rave reviews for her performance in 'Fashion', Priyanka Chopra is all set to show off her svelte figure in swimsuits and beachwear in forthcoming film 'Dostana'. She says that she had to work really hard to get the right shape for the romantic comedy. "For 'Fashion', I had to put on six kilos and later had to shed chip by chip as the character progressed in the film.Source: Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:19 pm Quantum of Solace - NDTV.com
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:16 pm Oscar academy restores Satyajit Ray's banned film - Reuters India
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 11:45 am A scene from Ek Vivaah Aisa Bhi. - Rediff
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 11:42 am John Travolta goes bald
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 11:37 am Oscar academy restores Satyajit Ray's banned filmKOLKATA (Reuters) - The Oscars academy has restored a rare print of a controversial film by India's famed director Satyajit Ray that was banned by Indian censors for glorifying monarchy in a Himalayan kingdom that acceded to India.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 11:34 am Abhishek's illness worries Amitabh
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 11:04 am Music Review : Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi - GlamSham
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 10:57 am Deepa Mehta to film Midnight's Children
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 10:56 am Sanjay Dutt to celebrate First Wedding Anniversary in KashmirSanjay Dutt who has lately been out of the country holidaying with his wife in New Zealand heads for Kashmir to shoot for Rahul Dholakia's Lamhaa under the heaviest 'bandobast' ever provided to any Indian actor for shooting in any part of the world. Producer Bunty Walia was under serious discussions with every security channel in Kashmir to ensure full safety for the cast and crew, especially Dutt's, as his presence in J&K is seen as potentially more volatile since he has a massive fan base in the Valley. That's not the only danger posed to Dutt's security. With his enormously controversial past record including several communal issues, it is felt by many of Dutt's well-wishers that it'd be foolhardy for the actor to be physically present in the extremist-hit Valley. While the superstar makes light of the security issues, his CEO Dharam Oberoi is more candid in his concern. "It's somewhat dangerous for Baba. More so since he never goes with his personal security anywhere. Baba feels very embarrassed about bouncers following him everywhere. But Bunty Walia has left no stone unturned to secure the 80-unit member's security, especially Sanju Baba and Bipasha Basu's security. CRPF jawans, the army and the J&K police have all been deployed to protect the Lamhaa unit from any kind of violence." But the best security measure to prevent any blast has been saved for the last. Jammers have been installed all around the hotel and the area where Sanjay Dutt and the crew will be shooting. These devices detonate bombs automatically when detected. The impressive security 'bandobast' has convinced Dutt that it's not only safe enough to shoot for Lamhaa but also bring in his first marriage anniversary on 19 November in Kashmir. In Srinagar, overlooking the Dal Lake is the Oberoi Towers where the unit of Lamhaa will be staying. Mrs Sanjay Dutt is expected to join her husband at this spot of jannat for their wedding anniversary on 19 November.Source: Indiafm.com News | 7 Nov 2008 | 10:29 am Salman Khan- Katrina Kaif romance in public - News Line 365
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 10:25 am Madhavan off to London to lose weight to match steps with Kareena, AamirAfter Abhishek Bachchan who has lost 14 kgs to look like Mani Ratnam's on -the-run fugitive in his new film, it's Mani's earlier favourite Madhavan who is required to undergo a physical melting-down. And it's not for the love of Mani. It's for Raj Kumar Hirani. Apparently, Hirani has asked all his three leading men Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi and Madhavan to "look like IIT students." The interpretation of that instruction has been left to the individual actors. Says a source, "Aamir will lose some of that aggressively muscular look that he has acquired for Ghajini. He needs too look leaner and more athletic, as he did in Dil Chahta Hai. Playing a student at 40-plus won't be difficult for Aamir. He has done so in Rang De Basanti with great success. Sharman doesn't need to lose any weight. He looks completely in character. Madhavan needs to look more toned." Madhavan who has temporarily shifted base to Mumbai to seriously pursue a career in Hindi cinema, has taken off for two weeks to Ashford in the UK to work on his physique for the role in 3 Idiots. Speaking from London Maddy says, "My sister lives here in Ashford and there're very good health clinics here. Whenever I need to change around my metabolism or rework my physique for a role I head for Ashford. And at the moment I'm re-working my physique to look like a student. " A time -frame has been set for each of the actors to get into the shape they think right for their characters. Says Madhavan, "It's not about looking thinner or younger. All three of us need to look convincing as IIT students. How we choose to do so has been left to us." Madhavan returns in two weeks to resume the shooting of Teen Patti which got suspended when the Big B fell ill. He gets emotional. "It was scary how suddenly he took ill. We really don't care about the delay. All we want is for Amitji to be perfectly recovered again."Source: Indiafm.com News | 7 Nov 2008 | 10:09 am Priyanka's sexy figure in Dostana
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 9:46 am It was cruel to ask me to dance with Govinda: Suniel ShettyActor-producer Suniel Shetty admits that he was nervous about matching steps with Govinda and Javed Jaffrey for the title song of 'Loot' since he considers himself a poor dancer and was even rated the clumsiest dancer by an entertainment channel.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 9:32 am Top Telugu stars to clash in Andhra pollsThe ensuing elections in Andhra Pradesh are likely to witness a keen tussle among top stars of the Telugu film industry, with the ruling Congress party planning to rope in popular actor Akkineni Nagarjuna to counter superstar-turned-politician Chiranjeevi as well as former chief minister N.T. Rama Rao's sons and grandsons.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 9:32 am Ajay Devgan elated over success of 'Golmaal Returns'Bollywood actor Ajay Devgan is revelling the success of his comic caper "Golmaal Returns" and has announced part three in the series.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 9:30 am BR Loss Is A Big Tragedy For Bollywood: Big B - TopNews
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 9:26 am Sonia Gandhi on silver screen
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 9:24 am Prachi Desai turns down Ekta Kapoor
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Nov 2008 | 9:00 am Wishing Kamal Hassan A Very Happy BirthdayThe general trend is that 'It's always the man who wants to be God. But as far as this man is concerned, it's the Gods who want to be him', for he is a man who a package deal of all the possible talents ever! It won't be a surprise to know that even Gods must be envious about him! He is none other than India's very own prized possession and the kamaal ka 'actor-cum-director- cum-singer-cum-everything': Kamal Hassan, the man who celebrates his birthday today. Kamal is habituated to winning awards, citations et al as much as we are to breathing! Even a standing ovation by the entire nation is not enough for this man who attempted the 'never-thought-never-dreamt-before' kind of role in the breakthrough Tamil film 'Apoorva Sagodharigal', which was later, dubbed in Hindi as Appu Raja. Both the versions created explosive record collections at the Box-Office. Not just that, his performance in the ace director Mani Ratnam's Tamil blockbuster 'Nayagan' was ranked by the prestigious Time magazine as one of the 100 best films of all-time! All of this must have confirmed our statement as to why the even Gods must be envious of this birthday boy! Well, waste no further time and wish Kamal Hassan a Very Happy Birthday by posting your wishes below:Source: Indiafm.com News | 7 Nov 2008 | 8:25 am 'Roadside Romeo' merchandise now available onlineBedsheets, water bottles, tiffin boxes and a many items inspired by India's first ever three-dimensional (3D) mainstream animation film "Roadside Romeo" are now available online.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 8:03 am 'Twenty 20' is thoroughly entertainingFilm: 'Twenty 20'; Cast: Mammootty, Mohanlal, Suresh Gopi, Indrajith, Madhu; Director: Joshi; Music: Suresh Peters; Cinematography: P Sukumar; Rating: ***Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 8:01 am Kamal turns 54 - Kerala Online
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 7:53 am Mugdha looking beyond Fashion - Oneindia
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 7 Nov 2008 | 7:37 am I've worked very hard on my body: Priyanka ChopraAfter flaunting her curves and earning rave reviews for her performance in 'Fashion', Priyanka Chopra is all set to show off her svelte figure in swimsuits and beachwear in forthcoming film 'Dostana'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 3:30 am Wanted Indians to see James Bond before Americans: Daniel Craig'Quantum of Solace' is opening in India a week before its US release. Lead actor Daniel Craig says 'Bond films have been a huge hit in India and that's why we wanted to give Indian audiences the thrill of seeing the spy movie before the Americans do'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 3:00 am Prachi Desai turns down Ekta Kapoor, Mahesh Bhatt filmsPrachi Desai is just one film old, but she's already courting controversy by declining mentor Ekta Kapoor's film and opting out of Mahesh and Mukesh Bhatt's much talked-about 'Jashan'. The young actress, however, insists that she hasn't upset anyone.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 7 Nov 2008 | 2:30 am ‘Quantum Of Solace’ Premiere @ PVR [Gallery]Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Disastrous results for The Other End of LineSo excited was actress Shriya Charan, about her Hollywood flick The Other End of Line. But it was merely dashing down missys hope as it witnessed pathetic opening on last Friday in US. Of course, the film has bagged worst critics in Hollywood as well lowest of all collections in recent releases.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Golmaal Returns mints money in Box Office!The recently released Golmaal Returns from Shree Ashthavinayak Cine Vision Ltds kitty has made 72 Crores gross at the box-office in the Opening week itself worldwide and is still consistently going strong in the theatres.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am When Subhash Ghai Got Emotional!Subhash Ghai recently got very overwhelmed with emotions at the music launch of his soon to be released musical extravaganza ‘Yuvvraaj’. While the occasion was very important to him, there was one special guest who made it all the more extraordinary for him and that was Karima Begum, mother of musical maestro A.R. Rahman.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am UTV Motion Pictures Fashion dazzles at the box officeUTV Motion Pictures’ glamour packed, Fashion has generated more than 33 crores in its first week at the worldwide box office.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 7 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am US film academy to restore Satyajit Ray's 'Shatranj Ke Khiladi'Satyajit Ray fans in India have a good news. The maestro's Hindi classic 'Shatranj Ke Khiladi' (The Chess Players) would be restored by the United States Academy of Motion Pictures, while his controversial documentary 'Sikkim' may be screened for the first time in India at the upcoming Kolkata Film Festival.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 6 Nov 2008 | 6:00 pm Kareena, John in contention for petaDishoom's 'Sexiest Vegetarian Alive' tagDownload image as wallpaper Being "green", living healthy, embracing compassion and looking fabulous is the current rage in tinsel-town, as more and more celebrities are finally figuring out that the best way to make all these things a part of their daily lives is by going vegetarian. PetaDishoom -PETA (People for Ethical Treatment of Animals) India's youth division is now back with its second annual 'Sexiest Vegetarian Alive' contest where hot hunks and sexy actresses from Bollywood and Hollywood will vie for the prestigious title of the Sexiest Vegetarian Alive. Some of those in contention for the 'Sexiest Vegetarian Alive' title include Kareena Kapoor, Vidya Balan, Shahid Kapoor, R.Madhavan, John Abraham, Mahima Chaudhary and cricketers such as Ishant Sharma and S.Sreesanth. Even Hollywood hotties such as Alicia Silverstone, Kim Basinger, Pamela Anderson, Shania Twain and hunks like Bryan Adams, Joaquin Phoenix and Tobey Maguire are fighting it out to be voted the Sexiest Vegetarian Alive The results will be decided on the basis of votes and to view the complete list of nominees and vote for your sexiest vegetarian all you need to do is log on to www.petadishoom.com Last year, Kareena Kapoor and R.Madhavan walked away with the title of 'Cutest Vegetarians'. Who will it be this time to bag the 'Sexiest Vegetarian Alive' tag? One will have to wait and watch.Source: Indiafm.com News | 6 Nov 2008 | 5:15 pm Pandit Bhimsen Joshi chosen for the Bharat Ratna awardRenowned Hindustani classical vocalist Pandit Bhimsen Joshi has been chosen for the prestigious Bharat Ratna award (the highest civilian award in the country). What makes this achievement all the more special is the fact that after a gap of seven years, the Government has selected a performing artist for this highest award. Prior to Pandit Bhimsen Joshi other performing artists who have been honored with the Bharat Ratna include shehnai maestro Ustad Bismillah Khan, veteran playback singer Lata Mangeshkar and Pandit Ravi Shankar. Pandit Bhimsen Joshi has had a distinguished career spanning for more than seven decades in which he has enthralled audiences world over. In fact, he has even been the proud recipient of numerous prestigious awards such as the Padma Vibhushan, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Shri. The 86 year old legendary vocalist naturally seemed delighted on being bestowed with the highest civilian award and humbly accepted the award on behalf of all the exponents of Indian classical music.Source: Indiafm.com News | 6 Nov 2008 | 4:56 pm Salman & Katrina burn the dance floor at Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2009Filmstars making an appearance on reality shows to promote their films is something that has become a trend of late. However, this time it was not just any film star but superstar Salman Khan and the gorgeous Katrina Kaif who made an appearance on the sets of Zee TV's 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2009'. The duo was there to promote their latest film Yuvvraaj (which releases on Nov 21st) and when you have Bollywood's hottest couple together, there is bound to be some magic. Even after years of being in this industry, there are very few like Salman whose presence alone can make a show magical. Together Salman and Katrina made for a picture perfect couple and set the pulse racing. Salman was his usual flamboyant self and Katrina as demure as ever. Amidst casual conversations, moments of mirth and camaraderie, they appeased everyone on the sets. From doing a salsa jig with one of the contestants, Pratibha, to playing cupid between her and Soumen to making Himesh Reshammiya the butt of all jokes, Sallu did it all with élan and gave all the participants some wonderful moments to cherish. What's more? He even made fun of Katrina for her poor Hindi, all in good spirit of course. Amidst all the fun, the 4 mentors, Himesh Reshammiya, Aadesh Shrivastav, Pritam and Shankar Mahadevan each dedicated a song to him. However, the moment of the day came when Salman waltzed with Katrina as Pritam began singing 'Teri Ore' from Singh is Kinng. All in all, a good time was had by one and all.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 6 Nov 2008 | 4:34 pm Abhishek Bachchan falls ill in Kerala, Amitabh worriedBollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, who is currently shooting with wife Aishwarya in Kerala for Mani Ratnam's "Raavan", has fallen ill, revealed father Amitabh.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 6 Nov 2008 | 4:02 pm "Thankfully, no one asked me about SRK's favorite colour" - Farah KhanRecently, Farah Khan conducted a Masterclass on Bollywood at London. This was as a follow up to the reception she had where The Mayfair Media Club celebrated her award winning career as a Film Director and Choreographer. Farah has fond memories about the event and the interview she gave, especially since it was indeed a 'different' experience and went into the technicalities of making a film rather than focusing on gossip. "Thankfully no one asked me about Shah Rukh Khan's favorite colour in the event," laughs Farah who admits that she would love to be a part of more such shows/events which are centered on academic and technical aspects of making a film. "Really, it was indeed a different experience because I got a platform to speak on things like editing and production design amongst others. I was half expecting one of the tabloid journalists standing up and enquiring about a scoop behind a particular actor turning late on the sets", adds Farah in a lighter vein. There were clips shown from her directed films like Om Shanti Om and Main Hoon Naa in the Masterclass which was attended by select 50 people. "There were quite a few people belonging to the film fraternity all the way from Nigeria (where Bollywood is in fact turning out to be quite huge), Yorkshire, Dubai and Abu Dhabi who attended the class. The reception was attended by around 175 others who felicitated Farah", says a filmmaker who was a part of the event. For Farah, one of the high points of her London visit was a chance meeting with Steve Barron, director of Michael Jackson's chartbuster single 'Billie Jean' from 'Thriller'. "It was unbelievable to come face to face with him. I wanted to make sure that I was actually interacting with THE Steve. It was overwhelming", says Farah.Source: Indiafm.com News | 6 Nov 2008 | 1:13 pm
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