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M.F. Husain's film screening cancelled
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 5:10 pm "I would have been crushed had Bobby said No" - Tarun MansukhaniThe world would have thought that with Abhishek Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra and John Abraham, Tarun Mansukhani had found his perfect star cast for Dostana. But wait, that's not the case. And that's because without the man who plays the fourth most important character in this Karan Johar film, Tarun may not have been as ecstatic as he is today. The man is none other than Bobby Deol and as per Tarun; Dostana wouldn't have been the project it is today if not for the presence of Bobby Deol. Though Bobby's presence in the film has met with mixed reactions, Tarun continues to stand by his man who he believes was the first and the last choice for the role. Also, the one which was THE most perfect! "When I wrote the part for this particular character in Dostana, Bobby was the first person I could think of. Even though I didn't know him, I knew that he had to be in the film. Karan (Johar) gave him a call and his first response was not too encouraging. He point blank said that he wasn't quite willing to do the kind of role he was offered", details Tarun. It was almost a fairy tale outing for Tarun who felt that he had lost Bobby for Dostana. "Somehow the meeting was arranged with Bobby and I asked him whether he was interested in me narrating only his part or the entire film. Since he had the time, he gave me a go ahead to narrate the whole film. What happened next was truly surreal. He was rolling away with laughter and stated then and there that he would love to be a part of the film." Tarun couldn't hide his shock though. "I was completely taken aback since I wasn't quite hoping him to say yes so soon. I was quiet and it was only when Bobby asked me whether I still wanted him for the film that I came back to my senses. It was like a dream coming true because he is such a fantastic human being, a talented actor and an ultra professional." Talking about professionalism, Tarun reveals, "For a 9:30 am shot, he would be ready at 9:25 am. He is a blue blooded person and truly a film royalty. When he stands up, he has a persona of his own. Really, this role had to be done by Bobby Deol. I would have been crushed if Bobby would have said, No. Though he has a special appearance in the film, it indeed has in true terms being extra special for me."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 25 Nov 2008 | 3:53 pm 'More steamy scenes in next Bond film'
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 3:43 pm Priyanka Chopra on the cover of Blender
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 3:20 pm Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye, a triple treat for Paresh fans - IBNLive.com
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 2:05 pm MF Husain film not to be screened in Goa post threats - IBNLive.com
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 1:42 pm Chat with Rahul Mahajan - Rediff
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 1:16 pm Unique contest for India's hairdressers, beauticiansIndia's best hairdressers and beauticians will compete in a unique national contest, India Cup Open (ICO) 2008, near here next month.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 1:01 pm Nagarjuna is the King
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 1:00 pm Documentary on elephant-human conflict makes waves in IFFI - Times Now.tv
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:55 pm Rock On rocks all the way to Oscar LibraryExcel Entertainment's & Big Pictures Rock On directed by Abhishek Kapoor has just garnered the most prestigious honour from the Library of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences for including the Rock On script as a partSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:50 pm Panchi Bora is on cloud ninePanchi Bora seems to be a very happy girl at the moment. The gal who is nowadays seen in a Tata Indicom commercial feels lucky on having got a chance to work alongside her mother in the ad. "This isSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:45 pm Shah Rukh Khan to be Datuk on Dec 6
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:37 pm `Blue` is similar to Hollywood film `The Deep`: Director!Debutant director Anthony D` Souza says his underwater action thriller "Blue", said to be one of the most expensive Hindi films, has borrowed some elements from the 1970s Hollywood movie "The Deep".Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm Aishwarya slams `master filmmaker` Bhansali`s critics !Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has come out in full support of ace filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm Akshay Kumar desperately seeking Katrina Kaif!Call it superstition or lady luck, but Akshay Kumar is desperately seeking Katrina in all his films.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm Brad Pitt to play bald, old man in `The Curious Case of Benjamin Button`!Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt is to abandon his heart throb image and turn into a wrinkled and balding man.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm Boy George in court for false imprisonment trial!Singer Boy George handcuffed a male escort to the wall of his London home after accusing him of hacking into his computer, a court heard on Monday at the start of his trial on false imprisonment charges.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm `Rock On` script to be included in Oscar Library Archives!The script of the musical `Rock On!` by Bollywood director Abhishek Kapoor would be included in the archives of the library of the Oscars among others such as `Sarkar Raj,` `Heroes,` and `Gandhi my Father.`Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm Britney Spears` "Circus" act caught on Web!One week ahead of its release in stores, "Circus," the new album from Britney Spears has been posted on the Web at imeem.com where fans can listen to it for free.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm Karan Johar gets professional, signs three-film deals with directors!Karan Johar has made it mandatory for all filmmakers working for his banner to sign a three-movie contract each.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm Shah Rukh`s love for his family turns `Mannat` into a studio! !Everyone is well aware of the King Khan`s undying love for his family and the actor is making sure that nothing comes between him and his family.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:25 pm Numerology's role in Ashutosh Kaushik's winHe seems to have mastered the art of winning reality shows. After his successful stint at MTV Roadies, the guy from Saharanpur – Ashutosh Kaushik has been declared the winner of Bigg Boss Season 2. Noted astro numerologist Bhavikk SangghviSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:24 pm Shahrukh knows how to handle economic recessionCredit crunch, banks collapsing, economic turmoil - recession is the talk of the town these days and unfortunately Bollywood has also fallen prey to these. Superstar Shahrukh Khan who is considered amongst the richest in India spoke out onSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:22 pm Shah Rukh Khan to be Datuk on December 6Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is set to be conferred the Malaysian title of 'Datuk', akin to the British knighthood, on December 6 and he is expected to receive the honour in traditional Malaysian attire.Source: Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:16 pm Madge trying to convert Britney back to KabbalahWashington (ANI): Pop Singer Madonna is reportedly trying to convert singer Britney Spears back to Kabbalah by offering her New York residence for the pop star's use. The Queen of Pop had allegedly dumped her friendship with Britney after theSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:14 pm Kajol gets Karmaveer Puraskar awardThe very versatile and spontaneous actress Kajol is all set to receive an award for her commendable work in the field of social service. She will be felicitated with the coveted 'Karmaveer Puraskar' award on the 26th of NovemberSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:10 pm Taare... magic continues at IFFI
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:04 pm Rachna Maurya flooded with marriage proposalsActress and super dancer, Rachna Maurya's music videos are such a big hit in places like Canada, Holland, and even in the UK that the poor girl has a tough time fending off marriage proposals. According to her MediaSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:01 pm Jiah Khan: Jack of all tradeIf you think Jiah Khan's talents is limited to acting and modeling then you need to think again! Because the actress is a brilliant singer and music director too. She has a passion for penning down songs too.Source: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 11:53 am SRK to officially receive Datukship on Dec 6 - Screen Weekly
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 11:38 am Music Awards PresentedNoted Malayalam music director Poovachal Khader has been presented the first P. Bhaskaran Master Award by the Kerala Transport Minister Mathew T. Thomas during the 6th anniversary celebrations of the All Kerala Mappila Sangeetha Academy on Thursday in Kozhikode. TheSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 11:32 am Court orders on MACTA LogoHarikumar, Chairman of the Federation of Malayalam Cine Technicians' Association (MACTA) has stated in a press release that the Ernakulam district court had restricted other organizations from using MACTA's name and logo, after the court found some individuals misusing theSource: Oneindia - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 11:26 am Shahid's Paathshaala postponed
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 11:12 am Priyanka Chopra features in the November issue of music magazine BlenderWhen the 'King Khan of Bollywood' calls someone as 'The Sexiest Indian Actress', then she better be someone who is out of this world. The lady in question is not just 'merely' out of this world, but she is a Miss World herself. Well, ladies and gentlemen, please put your hands together for the one and only Priyanka Chopra, who has beaten, not just the 'blacks', but also the 'blues', to be the 'Numero Uno' artist in the newly launched supercool music magazine 'Blender'! All this while we had known Priyanka as the actress and the heart-warming eye-candy. But the super-enthusiastic guys at 'Blender' have portrayed her as a performer and this 'portrayal' has put Priyanka Chopra in the top spot, thus surpassing greats like Metallica, Kareena Kapoor, Mariah Carey and Amy Winehouse (it's a global compilation, you see). With the recent back-to-back smash hits like Fashion and Dostana, can life get any better for this chic? Sometimes, we wonder if Lady Luck herself must be jealous of Priyanka's Luck! Way to go, Priyanka!Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 25 Nov 2008 | 11:09 am Farhan Akhtar ecstatic after getting hug from Robert De NiroBollywood filmmaker and actor Farhan Akhtar enjoys a huge fan following, but he hero-worships Hollywood star Robert De Niro and says meeting him was like a dream come true.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 11:00 am All you wanted to know about Sorry Bhai!"A brother is a friend God gave you; a friend is a brother your heart chose for you." Well, how will you feel when suddenly the boys turn into girls and vice versa and the earth replaces the sky and vice versa! Let us tell you that nothing of the above will be more painful of shocking than your own brother falling in love with your fiancée, which is exactly the crux of the story of the forthcoming film Sorry Bhai! Directed by the super-cool director Onir, Sorry Bhai stars the sensible cast of Sanjay Suri, Sharman Joshi and the gorgeously elegant Chitrangada Singh! If the icy-cool promos of the film are anything to go by, then, Onir surely is sitting on a goldmine! It gives Bollywood Hungama immense pleasure to bring you a snapshot of all that you wanted to know about Sorry Bhai and much more in this exclusive section.  Preview  Harsh, pre-occupied with work, can spend little time with his family and it is left to his fiancee Aaliyah to show them around Mauritius before the... More...   Music Reviews  Finally arrives the English track 'Some Times' which is rendered by prominent Jazz singer Nanette Natal. A kind of number which brings with it... More...  News  - Onir has a bold story to tell - 'Sorry Bhai' team visits Noida mall - "Sorry Bhai is confirmed for 28th November" - Onir - Onir signs Mithoon to compose music for Chashme - "I'm not doing an Item Song" - Chitrangda - Anubhav Sinha teams up with Shabana Azmi for... - Onir and Sanjay say 'Sorry Bhai'  Features  - "Sorry Bhai is entertaining and light hearted" - Sanjay Suri - Boman and Shabana are the 'Perfect Parents'  Gallery  First Look Movie Stills - Movie Screensaver: Sorry Bhai! - On the Sets: Sorry Bhai!  Broadband  Theatrical Trailer (Sorry Bhai!) Onir Speaks About 'Sorry Bhai!' - Dialogue Promo 1 (Sorry Bhai!) - Dialogue Promo 2 (Sorry Bhai!) - Dialogue Promo 3 (Sorry Bhai!) - Dialogue Promo 4 (Sorry Bhai!) - Dialogue Promo 5 (Sorry Bhai!) - Jalte Hain (Sorry Bhai!) - Shabana Azmi Speaks About 'Sorry Bhai!' - Title Song (Sorry Bhai!) - 'Sorry Bhai!' Press Conference - Mere Khuda (Sorry Bhai!) - Chitrangda Singh Speaks About 'Sorry Bhai' - Promo 1 (Sorry Bhai)Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:53 am Batman to die a grisly death?
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:51 am Rock On to be part of Oscar archives
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:36 am Arjun Khanna to design Sanjay Dutt's Ganglord look for Gangs Of LondonSanjay Dutt is on a role-buying spree. After playing a military intelligence officer in Lamhaa, he's all set to play a ganglord in Gangs Of London which starts shooting in July 2008. The project has gone through some radical changes. The original director ad filmmaker Shamim Desai has been replaced by Jassi Walia. Desai who was Dino Morea's business partner at one time was also relieved of his duties from Dino whose first production Desai was supposed to direct. "My brother Jassi who's studied filmmaking in New York is directing Gangs Of London now," confirms producer Bunty Walia. "Jassi has been researching the various ethnic gangs of London and their looks. And he has come up with this incredible look for Sanjay." Apparently, Dutt who is rapidly losing weight is still to lose the paunch. But by the time Gangs Of London starts shooting in July, Dutt is expected to say farewell to all the flab. Informs Walia, "While we had used Sanju's salt-and-pepper bearded look in Lamhaa earlier for Mr Bachchan in Ek Ajnabee, the look we've designed for Sanju in Gangs Of London has never been tried before." Dutt plays the leader of the 'Khalsa' gang in a London neighbourhood which protects the Asian community from drug abuse and prostitution. Bobby Deol is expected to play Dutt's brother. Also confirmed for Gangs Of London are Suniel Shetty, Shaad Randhawa, Dino Morea and Tusshar Kapoor. All of them play members of Dutt's gang. And if Shabina Khan has styled Dutt's salt-and-pepper look in Lamhaa, it's Arjun Khanna providing the deadly Dutt with an all-leather chains-and-boots look for Gangs Of London. There's just one problem with sporting an all-specific as-per-film look. Dutt can't shoot for any other film. Two songs of Ajay Chandok's Chatur Singh Two Star are pending until Dutt finishes shooting Lamhaa with his film-specific new look. And now it would be the 'Khalsa' look that would keep Dutt bound to one project. Chuckles Walia, "It's not so much a Catch 22 situation for Sanju as it is a Catch-Dutt situation for me. By giving him a specific look, I'm making sure I can hold on to his attention and dates at one stretch with no distractions."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:34 am Hindu protest forces Husain film off Goa Film FestivalPANAJI (Reuters) - India's most prestigious film festival has put off screening a decades-old documentary by its best known painter after complaints from Hindu nationalists who oppose the artist for sketching Hindu deities in the nude.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:31 am Aditya Chopra seals his new girl's mouth - Oneindia
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:22 am All you wanted to know about Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!Two years ago, director Dibakar Banerjee gave us the laugh riot Khosla Ka Ghosla which not just pleased the critics but also raked in the moolah. Now Dibakar is ready with yet another hilarious flick Oye Lucky!Lucky Oye! starring Abhay Deol, Neetu Chandra and Paresh Rawal in lead roles. This story of a lovable thief, who even the police cant seem to get enough of, makes for an interesting premise and if the promos of the film are anything to go by, expect entertainment galore!!!. Bollywood Hungama brings you all that you wanted to know about Oye Lucky!Lucky Oye! and much more in this exclusive section. Preview Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye is a story of Lucky Singh who plays a loveable thief... More... Music Reviews OLLO is a kind of album which takes its own time to find an audience for itself... More... News - 'Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!' screening for NYU - Is Oye Lucky!Lucky Oye! based on Delhi famous... - 'Oye'! Abhay is 'Lucky' after Neetu's kiss - Post 123, Kumar Mangat rewards Neetu with two films - Paresh Rawal plays a triple role in Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye Features - Abhay Deol pickpockets Bobby Deol's wallet - 'Stealing' memories of the cast of Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye Gallery Movie Wallpapers Movie Stills - Movie Screensaver: Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! - On the Sets: Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! - First Look: Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! Broadband Dialogue Promo 1 (Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!) Title Song (Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!) - Jugni (Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!) - Theatrical Trailer (Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!) - On Location Of 'Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!'Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:22 am Celina Jaitley's miserable 27th birthdayDownload image as wallpaper Celina bought in her 27th birthday on Monday with an illness in the family. Says the birthday girl, "My puppy Gooblee was unwell the whole day. My parents left Mumbai and my dog didn't take well to their absence. So she swallowed plastic. The entire day before my birthday the vet was trying to pull the plastic out of his throat. Not a very pleasant way to bring in my birthday." However, Celina is getting herself a BMW to cheer herself up this birthday. "I need that boost. I've been working hard and my Golmaal Returns is a hit. So I need to indulge myself. I know a girl's best friend are diamonds. But she needs a posh car to get to the jewellery store. So a BMW. And then I'm lucky in so many ways. I've friends who are so supportive. And parents who love me for what I am." "It's a rather happy place to be in. Unfortunately, none of my family members are really in Mumbai to celebrate my birthday with me. And to me that's not a very happy birthday for me." Celina spent the day with destitute girls whom she sponsors. "It's an organization called Regina Spaces which looks after destitute girls. I'm associated with it. I threw a birthday party for my girls. Nothing makes me happier than seeing them smile. Wish my family was here." Celina describes herself as unlucky in love. "So maybe for my 27th birthday God will grant me romantic love. About time I got lucky in love."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:07 am Abhay Deol turns producer; revives JunctionProduction bug has bitten Abhay Deol as well. He is turning producer with Junction and has named his production company as 'Forbidden Films'. "Why 'Forbidden Films'? Because it gets the point across about the kind of films I wish to make. So many times I hear statements like 'this kind of film won't work' or 'a subject like this is a taboo'. I want to make such films and show that they can indeed work. I like the name of my production house since it is not overbearing or stylish but rather quite nice and simple", says Abhay Deol whose Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! is all set to arrive this Friday. Junction would be the first film to arrive under Abhay Deol's banner. However, it's shooting would begin only in September/October 2009. The film was supposed to begin last year with a different producer, so how did Abhay come into picture? "A lot the factors were responsible for the delay in making the film; let's not get into that. However, I and Atul Sabharwal, the man who would be directing Junction, believed in the subject and wanted it to be made. During those times I too was in a phase where I wanted my film to be made and marketed in a particular way. Atul and I were going through these thoughts around how to get the film a right platform. We were thinking if it would be a good idea to get some big studios back the project. This is when I decided on turning producer myself", details Abhay Deol who would be working with seventh debutant director once Junction hits the floors. "Ask me", smiles Abhay, "In fact I had all but decided after working with six debutant directors on Socha Na Tha, Ahista Ahista, Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd, Ek Chalis Ki Last Local, Manorama Six Feet Under and Meridian (unreleased) that my upcoming films would have established directors. I did get one for Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! [Dibakar Banerjee] but the moment Atul narrated the subject to me, I had to change my decision. I went like - 'Oh no, agaaaaain' (smiles)! But then to be honest, I have a lot of faith in Atul. He is a real cool guy and has written the film's script as well. I really like him." Elaborating on the trust that continued to build for Abhay, he details, "I couldn't help myself if Atul sounded promising even though he was to direct his first film. Meanwhile he also made a 20 minutes short film called Midnight Lost and Found. I was truly vindicated since the film was so amazingly made. The film has already traveled film festivals and winning accolades. I could afford saying to myself that I was bang on in my judgment about him and his work." What was it that impressed him most about his work? "It was not just the storyline that Atul came up with but the entire atmosphere that he managed to create in the narrative. Now that's the hardest thing to capture. All the debutant directors that I have worked with have been great and have moved on to bigger and better projects. Touchwood! I am sure Atul would meet the same fate after Junction. He is such a sorted out guy", says Abhay fondly. Junction was supposed to star the 'Chak De' girls Vidya Malvade and Shilpa Shukla. Do they stay on to be the part of the star cast? "As of now I know for sure that I am acting in it though nothing is concrete about the leading ladies. It's a wait and watch situation and things would get clearer in some time", signs off Abhay.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Nov 2008 | 10:05 am How can I forget Salman for what he did: Ghai - Indian Express
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 9:39 am Karan gets professional, signs three-film deals with directorsAfter being let down by directors whom his production house Dharma Productions nurtured to directorial success, Karan Johar has now made it mandatory for all filmmakers working for his banner to sign a three-movie contract each.Source: Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2008 | 9:21 am Now, UTV Movies goes to the USHindi film channel UTV Movies will begin transmission in the US through DTH by January next year, officials said.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 9:00 am I am unlucky in love: CelinaFormer Miss India and Bollywood actress Celina Jaitley, who turned 27 recently, says she has been unlucky in love but hopes god will bless her with more romance in life.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 8:01 am Akshay Kumar desperately seeking Katrina Kaif - Zee News
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 7:21 am Kajol gets Karmaveer Puraskar award - Oneindia
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 7:16 am Paathshaala's release postponedClick above for more movie stills The year 2009 was expected to begin with the Nana Patekar - Shahid Kapur starrer PAATHSHAALA. The film was slated for release on January 9. But its release has been shifted ahead. It will hit the screens in March-end/April. This, despite the fact that the shooting of PAATHSHAALA was completed a couple of months back, it is already in the final stages of post-production and can easily meet the January 9 release. According to sources, PAATHSHAALA is a well-made film and the producers want to ensure that it gets an appropriate release. Hence, the shift in release.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Nov 2008 | 7:10 am Subhash Ghai on Salman and SRKThe media may've gone ballistic calling Salman Khan all kinds of names in the past, but there's one person who comes across as a staunch defender of the actor -- Subhash Ghai. "He's not a bad boy. He's grossly misunderstood," Ghai tells me. Ghai and Salman also had a spat before they shook hands and Ghai announced YUVVRAAJ. "Yes, we fought and made up. Today, we're friends. Not many people offered me a helping hand after KISNA flopped. I approached a lot of actors, but all I got were unfulfilled assurances and promises. When I approached Salman, he didn't ask questions, he said he was keen to work with me. How can I ever forget that?" Ghai gets emotional. However, Salman's lackadaisical approach towards work -- reporting late on shoots -- was one of the reasons why YUVVRAAJ got delayed. True? "The film got delayed due to several reasons. I was keen on making certain changes and that took time. As for Salman reporting late for shoots, all I'd like to say is that he ensures that he completes his work on time, before we pack up for the day. Every director has to be a meticulous planner. If a certain star is arriving later in the day, he should be able to wrap up portions with other actors. If you can't, you aren't a good planner," Ghai adds. Reportedly, Ghai's Mukta Arts has had a 3-film deal with SRK, of which TRIMURTI and PARDES have already released. What about the third project? Ghai pauses for a while, before answering this, "It's a tricky question. I had approached Shah Rukh for MOTHERLAND. We also started working on the script, but the project didn't materialise for two reasons. One, the subject bore an uncanny resemblance to VEER-ZAARA and two, the role demanded heavy-duty action and stunts and SRK's back problem didn't allow him to perform those stunts. I am sure, if an opportunity arises, SRK would definitely accept the offer," Ghai says.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Nov 2008 | 7:08 am Kareena Says ‘No’ To 10 Downing Street - TopNews
Source: Google News India - Entertainment | 25 Nov 2008 | 7:03 am Kajol to be awarded for social workBollywood actress Kajol will be honoured by iCONGO, a confederation of NGOs and Khemka Foundation, for helping educate underprivileged children.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 6:00 am My son teaches me how to be an idiot: Zayed KhanBollywood actor Zayed Khan is enjoying fatherhood to the hilt. Apart from learning how to baby talk with his less than a year old son Zidaan, he says he is learning how to be an idiot.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 6:00 am I balance my work, family well: Ajay DevganAjay Devgan, who is basking in the success of his recent release 'Golmaal Returns', says he doesn't need to 'chalk out' time for his wife Kajol as he has maintained a good balance between both his worlds.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 6:00 am Credit crisis puts new twist in Bollywood taleMUMBAI (Reuters) - The financial crisis is forcing cutbacks, consolidation and greater efficiency in a business known for its love of excess, the Indian film industry.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 4:54 am Film examines problem of displacement in TripuraPANAJI, India (Reuters) - A new film, one of the first to be made in the Kokborok language of Tripura, puts the spotlight on tribal displacement in the north-eastern state.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 4:45 am 'Blue' is similar to Hollywood film 'The Deep': directorDebutant director Anthony D' Souza says his underwater action thriller 'Blue', said to be one of the most expensive Hindi films, has borrowed some elements from the 1970s Hollywood movie 'The Deep'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 3:31 am Karan Johar gets professional, signs three-film deals with directorsAfter being let down by directors whom his production house Dharma Productions nurtured to directorial success, Karan Johar has now made it mandatory for all filmmakers working for his banner to sign a three-movie contract each.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 3:31 am 'Oye Lucky!...' provides entertaining Punjabi musicFilm: 'Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!'; Music Director: Sneha Khanwalkar; Singers: Himani Kapoor, Dilbahar, Rajbir, Mika, Des Raj Lachkani, Brijesh Shandilya; Rating: ***Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2008 | 3:31 am Paathshala opens in summer holidaysPaathshala – Admissions opens from Jan 2009. Producers got us elated with the promos carrying these taglines. Perhaps, the film was expected to hit the screens on Jan 9, 2009 with Shahid Kapoor, Nana Patekar and Sunil Shetty in lead roles. And now producer Saira Khan and her husband-Director Ahmed have planned to shift the filmsSource: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Yuvvraaj Special Screening [Gallery]Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Sen Sisters are teaming upThe bong sisters have by now firmly established themselves in B-Town with a couple of credible performances in some movies.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Sanjays loyal supporterPost the mammoth debacle of the fate of Sawariya, film maker Sanjay Leela Bhansali started facing the flak coming from all directions of Bollywood and the scrutiny on the ability of the director to come out from the shadow of his biggest failure and regain his place is still going on.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Chitrangada gets two plum rolesSudhir Mishras entire grudge against actress Chitrangada Singh who he had given a rousing entry into the tinsel town by giving her a leading role in the highly acclaimed movie Hazaaro Khwaishein Aisi disappeared once he saw the second movie of the actress Sorry Bhai.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Sanjay Dutt says no to politicsSanjay Dutt has cleared all the speculations of him following his fathers footsteps and joining politics.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Maharathi – First Shah Rukh, then Akshay KumarHere comes Paresh Rawal, the versatile personality whos gonna have high time in the coming weeks. The film Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye features him in three roles: Abhay Deols father, gangster Gogi Bhai and a veterinary doctor Handa. Speaking about his characters, Paresh says that all the credits go to Director Dibakar.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am ‘Big Boss 2’ Grand Finale [Gallery]Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 25 Nov 2008 | 12:00 am Emraan loses 10 kgs to get the lean look for Raaz - The Mystery ContinuesThere is no denying the fact that Emraan Hashmi is the Bhatt camp's blue eyed boy. The actor, who is on a high post the stupendous success of Jannat, is now awaiting the release of his next film Raaz- The Mystery Continues. Produced under the banner of Vishesh Films and directed by young Mohit Suri, Raaz- The Mystery Continues has Emraan playing the role of an artist. Known for getting into the skin of the character completely, Emraan lost 10 kgs for Raaz- TMC and is looking very lean. What's more? Epitomizing the creative spirit, he's also spiked his hair, grown an arty beard, kohled his eyebrows, and loaded up on junk jewellery. It was director Mohit Suri who wanted Emraan to shed some of that extra flab and get completely into the character. Emraan crash dieted and completely cut off bread, pastries, cheese and any kind of junk food from his diet. He switched to sugar free desserts, from aata to nachni rotis and even minimized his salt intake. The results are there for all to see- he was 76 kgs and is now much leaner at 66 kgs. Speaking about this effort Emraan says "It's not so difficult, if you're serious about it. And the results are the biggest motivator encouraging me to stick to the schedule. Along with the change in diet, I walk every day for an hour and drink lots of water. Also, I've begun having dinner 3 hours before I sleep, and whenever I have a day off, I go for a run before breakfast, because you supposedly burn more of fat that way. I saw the biggest difference in a week after cutting off bread from my diet." The big question however is, Will he continue with this diet plan? "Sure" he says, "I've got used to this discipline and am enjoying this new leaner feel."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 24 Nov 2008 | 3:19 pm Wanted - A girl opposite Adhyayan Suman in Deewana Must DieAre you a 19-20 year old girl (or at least look like one)? Know a thing or two about Bollywood? Want to make it big in the tinsel world? And believe that making a debut opposite Adhyayan Suman would be quite cool? Well, then here is an opportunity coming your way. Director Guddu Dhanoa, who has made a career out of making full on 'masala' action fare (Ziddi, Salakhein, Bichhoo, Elaan), is now changing tracks and making an out and out romantic love story. For this movie which stars Adhyayan Suman in the lead, he is scouting for a girl who fits the aforementioned criteria. "For my next film Deewana Must Die, I am in lookout of a completely fresh face. I don't want someone who has already acted in a film", says Guddu Dhanoa whose last film was action packed Big Brother that featured Sunny Deol in the lead. To be produced by Zee Motion Pictures, Deewana Must Die begins shooting in the month of January 2009. "Before that I need to close on a girl. She would be playing a solo lead opposite Adhyayan and the film would be shot primarily in Mumbai. The film sees a complete departure from the work that I have done in last decade and a half. Most of my films were based on family issues and how the hero bailed his family out from critical issues. However, in Deewana Must Die, I am looking at exploring the romantic genre", Guddu describes his transition process here. So no 'dhishum dhishum' and flying cars this time around? "No, not this time around", smiles Guddu. Adhyayan Suman, who has wrapped up Raaz - The Mystery Continues and is currently busy with Jashn is mighty excited about the film too. "I am happy to be a part of Guddu Dhanoa cinema. I realize that at the end of the day, it is hardcore commercial cinema that runs and Gudduji's films have always provided wholesome entertainment", he says. "I am rolling out an open offer to any girl who believes that she fits the bill for my movie. She can contact me through this forum", signs off Guddu. Guddu Dhanoa can be contacted at the email ID: payback3699@gmail.comSource: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Nov 2008 | 2:32 pm Live Chat: Sanjay Suri on November 25 at 1500 hrs ISTOne look at Sanjay Suri's filmography and you will notice that he is an actor who loves to portray different kinds of roles in some really hatke films. Having started his career with the college flick Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi, Sanjay was later seen in a variety of interesting films such as Filhaal, Pinjar and Bas Ek Pal. He is still appreciated world over for his performance in My Brother Nikhil and his antics in the laugh riot Jhankaar Beats still bring a smile on your face. Sanjay is now gearing up for the release of his film Sorry Bhai where he co-stars alongside Sharman Joshi and Chitrangda Singh. We give you a chance to have a rendezvous with the talented and handsome Sanjay Suri only on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Chat on Tuesday, November 25, at 1500 hrs IST.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Nov 2008 | 2:14 pm Tara Sharma opposite Vivek Oberoi in Rensil D'Silva's filmDownload image as wallpaper Tara Sharma has been seen in quite a few interesting films such as Masti, Page 3 and Khosla Ka Ghosla to name a few. However, post Khosla Ka Ghosla, Tara hasn't had a single release barring her cameo act in Heyy Babyy. Now the chirpy actress is all set to be seen in a variety of roles in the coming months. Tara has in fact been signed by none other than Dharma Productions for their Saif- Kareena-Vivek starrer which Rensil D'silva will be directing. Bollywood Hungama spoke to an excited Tara who is looking forward to working with one of the country's biggest banners. "Yes, I am doing Rensil's film. I got a call from the casting and production team at Dharma Productions. They asked me to go through the script. I read the script and really liked my role. The film is a political thriller and I am paired opposite Vivek Oberoi. It's not a very big role but it's definitely interesting and pivotal to the story. Moreover, I didn't want to miss out on a chance working with such a reputed banner. I am looking forward to start shooting for the film end of next month (December)." December will also see the release of her long awaited film Maharathi, where she stars alongside stalwarts such as Paresh Rawal, Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri etc. "Yes I am really excited that Maharathi is finally releasing. I play this nerdy, gawky architecture student who is quite a mysterious character. It's not a conventional glamorous role; in fact I go completely de-glam for this role. Till the end, the audience doesn't know if she is good or bad. I really had a wonderful time working with actors like Pareshji, Naseer saab and Om Puri. The energy, enthusiasm and passion which they have for their craft is something which people even half their age don't have. Pareshji has directed the play on which the film is based and most of my scenes in the film are with him so he was always there providing valuable inputs which really helped me", says the bubbly actress. And finally what else do you have in the pipeline after Maharathi? "I've been shooting a lot but for various reasons some of the films have been delayed hence you haven't seen me on screen for a while. Now all of a sudden I have a lot of releases coming up. After Maharathi, I have Ashok Amritraj's The Other End of The Line with Jesse Metcalfe and Shriya Saran. It's released in the States and should be out here early next year. Then I have a film called Suno Na in which I play a pregnant single woman. The film has a socially relevant message and is directed by a lady director - Ami Thanawala. I have also just finished a film called Mocktail which is a comedy starring Rajat Kapoor, Tisca Chopra, Koel Purie and myself. We are also resuming shooting for Mudassar Aziz's Dulha Mil Gaya next week. The film has been in the making for a long while now. Besides two of my films- The Whisperers and Amavas have been ready for release a while ago. I hope they get released soon too. So in the next few months, there is a lot to look forward to. I am keeping my fingers crossed", signs off Tara.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Nov 2008 | 1:46 pm Lagaan team comes together to help an ailing co-starThe famous 'team' of Lagaan has just proved the real meaning of team spirit! This is really a heart rending story of what miracles team spirit can do! Readers may remember that it's been more than seven years since the release of the superhit film Lagaan. Still, the actors kept in touch with each other. That's why when they got to know actor Vallabh Vyas (who played Gracy Singh's father in Lagaan) requires money for his treatment of brain surgery, all of them set into action immediately and collected a whopping Rs 10 lakh for the same. Shobha, Vallabh's wife said that she spoke to Vallabh while he was in Rajpipla and that he told her that he will be coming back to Mumbai, only to leave for Chandigarh to shoot for a Yash Raj film. Since he did not come on that day, a worried Shobha called up the unit members. That's when she got to know that Vallabh was admitted in a hospital in Baroda and that there's a swelling in his brain, with surgery being an utmost need of the hour. Reports also have it that amidst all this, Aamir Khan had called up the hospital authorities enquiring about Vallabh's health. Not just that, he even had called up Shobha and gave her words of confidence and courage to fight with the situation. Way to go, Team Lagaan and needless to say that each and every staff at Bollywood Hungama is praying for the speedy recovery of Vallabh Vyas.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Nov 2008 | 1:37 pm Kareena says no to British PM for KJODownload image as wallpaper Kareena left on Sunday night to shoot in the below-freezing temperature in Philadelphia. Kareena Kapoor is so excited about shooting this film produced by Karan Johar that she has said no to a special invitation from the British Prime Minister Gordon Brown. "It was a huge honour. I was the only invitee from Bollywood and it always feels great to represent our country. It was an invitation from the British House Of Commons to visit the Prime Minister. But if I had gone Karan Johar's dates would've suffered." "What to do?" sighs the overworked Diva as she gathered her wits and clothes for her imminent departure. "I don't have the time. Besides, the invitation came too late....my fault. They couldn't access me, so they finally had to get to me through my father. By then, it was too late for me to accommodate a flying visit to the House Of Commons for this uncommon honour. So sad!"Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 24 Nov 2008 | 1:11 pm
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