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A never-before recession has hit the entertainment industry. First the economic slump, then the 26/11 trauma...Bollywood has never been more crippled by adversities. And yet the potential blockbusters with stars charging the sun, moon and galaxy continue to be made. Subhash Ghai explains the economics of a crippled industry to Subhash K Jha.
An all-time recession has hit the world, and Bollywood. What is the status of the film industry's morale, and how do you feel about the present-day scenario?
Finally the time has come for a reality check in our industry too. We, the production companies surviving for thirty years were pushed back by financial tigers attacking the city of Bollywood. It was the first time when corporate companies entered without studying the nature of this creative industry and threw investors tons of money to everyone who mattered in the industry to create a perception among investors that they have bought over the industry or industry's best. They offered unimaginable prices to stars and directors without considering the economic logistics.The cost of every production went haywire. I was told that one company financed a producer with known losses on the paper just so that he could bring one star in his project. In the history of the movie business, we can see a director become successful producer... and a producer can become a distributor [Rajshri, Yash Raj, Mukta Arts]. But the reverse process could never be a success. Last year we could see financiers becoming distributors and producers. Everyone was creating paper wealth in the name of IPR. This unnatural escalation had to tumble down. But to our dismay every thing went extremely costly. My latest film Yuvraaj which could be made in Rs. 30 crores easily now cost us 50- plus... it just happened in one year... But now the storm is over...NOW everyone will get the place he deserves.
My latest film Yuvraaj which could be made in Rs. 30 crores easily now cost us 50- plus
The economics of Bollywood have hit an all-time low. Many really big films are lying unsold. What do you suggest as remedy for the industry?
Now prices have to come down back to the rates that existed in 2006. New trained professionals with a deep knowledge of this industry must be recruited in companies. Everyone should do the job he is made for or he is best for ...don't intrude into other territories - investors must be educated on the fundamentals of this movie business. We must encourage low budget high concept movies. Depend more on experienced wise men. Stars must ask for a fair share of money. We must work more on a product than marketing.
I am of the opinion that small budget movies at multiplexes must have reduced rates [50%] at theatre windows
Its felt ticket prices in the multiplexes are growing prohibitive for the common man. What do you think is the correct approach to filmmaking so that the average viewer gets his money's worth?
Multiplex theatre is a luxury place for which one pays on his own will like going to five -star hotels. Of course I am of the opinion that small budget movies at multiplexes must have reduced rates [50 %] at theatre windows. We must make audience -friendly movies... and don't cheat audience with false marketing. Many movies have done well during the first weekend but dropped on Mondays only because of the word of mouth.
No film actor has asked me his market price. They want a good role and a good film from me
Earlier during the year you made a smaller-budgeted film with only Anil Kapoor as a 'star-attraction'. Why have you gravitated to the big budget film again?
The same question was asked to me during the release of Black And White... why have you gravitated to such a small budget film... I say it was a break... there has to be a vast difference between a TV movie and a theatre motion picture.
Do you feel star prices need to be brought down with immediate effect? Do you pay your stars their full market price, or are they more accommodating because of your own awesome reputation as a movie maker?
Stars react both to market and filmmakers. Some stars are swayed by the market over a talented team...some prefer filmmakers of repute over money. In 1970, Dharmendra used to charge Rs. 8 lakhs per movie when he had accepted Rs.1 lakh for Hrishikesh Mukherjee movies. They always charge producers as per the profit margin. It's the traders who gave them a wrong picture of the movie business and lured them with huge prices only to snatch them away from genuine filmmakers. This was done to create a false market perception in share holder's mind. No film actor has asked me his market price. They want a good role and a good film from me.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:57 pm Golden star Ganesh celebrating his birthdayToday is the birthday of Golden star Ganesh. On this occasion, Ganesh is celebrating another two joys - his daughter Charitriya's birthday and opening of his own production house Golden Movies today. Golden Movies is launching its first movie Maleyali Jotheyali.Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:56 pm Dharmendra, Sunny Deol on 'Dus Ka Dum 2' - MSN India
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Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Jul 2009 | 11:05 am Court gives no respite to ShineyIn a major blow to Bollywood actor Shiney Ahuja a local court in Mumbai his judicial custody till July 16. The Mumbai police produced the produced Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi actor before the Andheri Metropolitan Magistrate Court as his judicial custody gotSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 2 Jul 2009 | 10:51 am TV9 brings Telugu channel to USDish Network, a leader in international programming, today introduced TV9 Telugu, a 24-hour news channel focused on enlightening and entertaining the Telugu speaking community, in the US.Source: Entertainment News | 2 Jul 2009 | 10:45 am "Acid Factory helped me escape realistic cinema" - Irrfan Khan
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Irrfan Khan not only broke the traffic rules of South Africa to do some of the most glitzy car chase scenes ever filmed for Hindi cinema, he also fired from real guns ...a first for Hindi cinema.
"Yeah for Acid Factory...they were real guns. We wanted the action scenes to look absolutely real. We were skidding and firing down the highway in Cape Town with our heart in the mouth pretending to be absolutely fearless for the camera."
Though the crew had the relevant permission they could've been intercepted any time and questioned about breaking traffic rules and using real guns.
The thrill for Irrfan remains. "That was the fun of it. The hijinks were somewhat beyond our control. We were speeding at 80 mph and firing bullets everywhere including helicopters hovering overhead. I've never done such stunts before. And that too under such dangerous circumstances. The traffic rules there don't allow cars to go beyond 60 miles. And there I was half out of Mercedes speeding beyond the permissible limit. . It was dicey. Because I had never done something like this before."
Irrfan Khan who has been known for his realistic performances has become deeply enamored of escapist hijinks, thanks to his new pal Sanjay Gupta who has given him a macho gun-toting role for the first time in Acid Factory.
Irrfan Khan has just done some heart-stopping action scenes in Cape Town for Sanjay Gupta's Acid Factory.
And he's completely besotted by the machismo.
"I love that high life. Somewhere as an actor I craved to escape the realistic tag. And Acid Factory gave me that chance. Even the action director Tinu Verma said he was going to have a heart attack watching me do these stunts."
It was only when the shootout at Cape Town ended that Irrfan realized how close they were to calamity.
"When Tinu said we'd have to do it the next day, I got scared. Really scared."
Irrfan has just done the most sexually-aggressive character of his life. "In Dil Kabaddi I played a guy enamored of the sexually-liberated life he sees on MTV and other fast-paced channels."
Irrfan is very happy with the way Danny Boyle's Slumdog Millionaire is growing worldwide. "I play this rather mean cop. I haven't seen the film yet. But I'm really happy for what's happening to it. I'm very happy to be working with both Danny Boyle and Sanjay Gupta."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Jul 2009 | 10:22 am When cartoons went looking for SRK in San FranciscoHis fan following across the world is anybody's guess.Source: Entertainment News | 2 Jul 2009 | 9:42 am I can wear chiffon sari for Yash Raj's next: AnushkaShe was not introduced with the poise and glamour associated with typical Yash Raj heroines.Source: Entertainment News | 2 Jul 2009 | 9:11 am Court extends Shiney Ahuja's judicial custody till July 16A Mumbai court Thursday extended till July 16 the judicial custody of rape-accused Bollywood actor Shiney Ahuja.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Jul 2009 | 9:04 am Kabir Khan wants to drop 'serious filmmaker' tagHis "Kabul Express" was critically acclaimed and his latest release "New York" has turned out to be a commercial success widely appreciated by critics as well.Source: Entertainment News | 2 Jul 2009 | 8:47 am Imran burnt his lashes, skin while doing 'Luck' stuntsFrom going underwater with sharks to jumping from a helicopter on to a burning train, Imran Khan has done it all in his forthcoming film "Luck".Source: Entertainment News | 2 Jul 2009 | 8:42 am Jacko's family rules out public viewing at Neverland - Oneindia
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Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Jul 2009 | 3:49 am Imran burnt his lashes, skin while doing 'Luck' stuntsFrom going underwater with sharks to jumping from a helicopter on to a burning train, Imran Khan has done it all in his forthcoming film 'Luck'. But he had his share of injuries for showing such daredevilry in the action flick.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Jul 2009 | 3:00 am Kabir Khan now wants to drop 'serious filmmaker' tagHis 'Kabul Express' was critically acclaimed and his latest release 'New York' has turned out to be a commercial success widely appreciated by critics as well. Ecstatic with the phenomenal response that his film on terror has generated, director Kabir Khan now wants to move on to lighter subjects.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Jul 2009 | 3:00 am I can wear chiffon sari for Yash Raj's next: Anushka SharmaShe was not introduced with the poise and glamour associated with typical Yash Raj heroines. But newcomer Anushka Sharma, who danced her way into audiences' hearts with Shah Rukh Khan in 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi', says she can always glam up for her next film for the banner.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Jul 2009 | 2:00 am Luck and the Lucky drawPromotions for Shree Ashtavinayak CineVision Ltds latest offering ‘Luck’, directed by Soham Shah took off with a thrilling start on Wednesday 1st July when the cast & crew of ‘Luck’ descended at The Intercontinental, Andheri (E) for a special affair!Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am Celina happy for gaysDelhi High court has lifted the ban on homosexual sex, which was against the law of British colonial, once upon a time. Finally, the gay clan can come out of their cocoons and rejoice. At last their silence has been considered and now, they too have a reason to live in peace.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am ‘New York’ brought audience backNow Fridays will be no more spent in aimless shopping, cafes or other time pass spots. Movies are said to take their place back in their big screened homes. The waters seem to have calmed down on the shores of theatre and film business fronts.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am Language no bar for Anjana SukhaniIn an industry were the heroine is just a glamorous addition to a hero’s film, Anjana Sukhani is working hard to ensure that she is taken as seriously as any other in the field. She will soon be seen opposite Kannada actor Ganesh, who is also called ‘Golden Star Ganesh’, and is one of the biggest stars of South Indian Cinema. The movie called ‘Maleyali Jotheyal’i will be directed by Preetham GubbiSource: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am Dharmendra-Sunny On 10 Ka Dum [Gallery]Salman Khan’s name and presence was enough to draw out the ever reticent and rarely seen in public Sunny Deol along with his dad Dharmendra from hibernation. The father –son duo made their presence together for the first time on any show on television. The only time they made an exception was for their own home production Apne. Dharamji is as fond of Salman as he is of his father Salim Khan, who he recalls was one of the best looking men in those days. “I am so fond of Salman. In him I see a younger version of myself,” says Dharamji. “He does everything openly just like I did in my younger days. Whether it is drinking or romancing!”Salman and Sunny Deol, who has worked together in Jeet, recalled how their younger siblings make midnight calls to them after downing a few pegs. Salman recalled how Sohail once called him in the wee hours of the morning. A panic-stricken Salman’s first thoughts were whether all was well with his parents and family. But was stunned to hear a sizzled Sohail mumble: “Bhai, I love you!” Sunny had an identical incident to talk about when Bobby called him at 3.00 in the morning crying. Sunny recalls wondering if he was in any kind of trouble called up other members of the family to trace Bobby’s whereabouts only to discover that Bobby had called to say how much he loves him!Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am Dino to cast Dhoni & YuvarajCricket season might be fading but the cricketers are here to stay. Not playing on grounds, but acting on screen! Yes, MS Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh will be trying out their acting skills for a movie. And interestingly, the movie is will be produced by an actor – Dino Morea!Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am ICE AGE 3 Premiere [Gallery]Premiere of the film Ice Age 3 : Dawn of the Dinosaurs held at Fame Adlabs, Mumbai.Present : Ranvir Shorey ,Konkona Sen Sharma, Kailash Kher, Kishwar Merchant, Gaurav Chopra, Narayani Shastri, Chetan Hansraj, Lavania Pereira, Hakim Aalim, Shibani Kashyap, Tanay Chheda, Deepshika, Apoorva Agnihotri.Source: IndiaGlitz.com - News | 2 Jul 2009 | 12:00 am Kambakkht Ishq enters the digital space with Hungama Digital Media
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In an era where everyone has access to at least one digital screen: mobile or computer, the makers of Kambakkht Ishq and Hungama Digital Media (Hungama) today announced the launch of a unique bouquet of digital promotions that gives Bollywood fans across the country, a connect with the film anywhere they go. The digital services which are conceptualized, designed and executed by Hungama aims to create fervor and excitement about the film through varied avenues like the Kambakkht Ishq mobile game, a mobile Voice VAS service by Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor and a blog written by the film's director Sabbir Khan on www.bollywoodhungama.com
The Kambakkht Ishq Mobile Game is a fun-filled racing game which allows users to play the role of Akshay Kumar and highlights the bittersweet gender wars between the two protagonists of the movie. The user has to complete various stunts and collect objects in the exciting and fast paced racing game to complete the game. In the mobile voice VAS service, Akshay Kumar reveals a few of his stunt tips for all the young aspiring stunt men; and Kareena Kapoor advices women on beauty tips. All people have to do is pick the phone, dial a number and listen to the stars of Kambakkht Ishq speaking to them.
Commenting on these unique initiatives, Neeraj Roy, Managing Director and CEO, Hungama Digital Media said, "India is the fastest growing mobile market with over 400 million subscribers; and with over 50 million people accessing the Internet, movie makers clearly cannot ignore the digital space anymore. With Kambakkht Ishq, we have explored both the internet and the mobile platforms, with promotions that capture the essence of the film that has such a great international appeal."
Elaborating on this, Sajid Nadiadwala said, Kambakkht Ishq is an action-packed, romantic comedy that will appeal to everyone. This movie also tickles the 'war between the sexes' that the youth will especially connect with. We needed to promote the film through platforms where youngsters are present and today I see every young boy or girl digitally connected, either with a phone to their ear or their eyes on a computer screen. We at Nadiadwala Grandsons are very keen on exploring innovations in marketing, and Hungama has given us a great platform to create some fun elements of the film."
Added director of Kambakkht Ishq, Sabbir Khan said, "This film is extremely unique in the way it has been written and directed and keeping in line with that I wanted to promote this film through distinctive platforms. Since this film also stars international celebrities like Sylvester Stallone, Denise Richards and Brandon Routh, I thought it would be best to use the digital platforms that give fans in international markets an insight of the film before its release. I am extremely excited about the blog on Bollywood Hungama to keep fans updated with the latest about the film."
The stars of the film Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor were also present during the launch today. "I have always looked forward to doing an exciting film like Kambakkht Ishq and the film being translated into a game and a voice service on the mobile platform. Both these are extremely innovative and entertaining. I hope my fans especially enjoy the 'Stunt Tips', but they must all be very careful while doing them," said Akshay Kumar. Kareena Kapoor added,"I loved sharing my style tips with my fans. I hope all the ladies love all my style tips"
Each and every filmmaker wants to give his film immense attention before its release to create a space in the audiences' minds that does not merely create awareness but instead goes a step further to ensure a 'buy-in' to the film by creating a sense of anticipation and excitement. Kambakkht Ishq is a perfect example where digital marketing is used beyond just run of the mill concepts to using the platforms to connect people with the stars and movie concepts.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 1 Jul 2009 | 7:47 pm My film is not called 'Yahoo': Ken GhoshAs reports of Ken Ghosh's Shahid Kapoor and Genelia D'Souza starrer being called "Yahoo" fill the papers, the director is one worried man.Source: Entertainment News | 1 Jul 2009 | 6:00 pm When cartoons went looking for Shah Rukh in San FranciscoHis fan following across the world is anybody's guess. But what came as a surprise was that two cartoon characters roamed the streets of San Francisco looking out for Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who was shooting in the city.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 1 Jul 2009 | 3:31 pm After Govinda's daughter, his niece enters BollywoodGovinda's niece Ragini Khanna, who plays the lead role in Sony TV's 'Bhaskar Bharti' is the next after his daughter Narmadaa Ahuja to take the plunge into the Hindi film industry.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 1 Jul 2009 | 2:31 pm Good TV is better than bad films: Vivek MushranHe was launched by Subhash Ghai with his 1991 multi-starrer 'Saudagar'. But Vivek Mushran's career didn't take off in Bollyowod and the actor says he prefers to do 'good TV' than doing 'bad films'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 1 Jul 2009 | 2:31 pm Yash Raj Films to sue scriptwriter for New York charges
It looks like Suchita Bhatia who has leveled charges of plagiarism against the makers of New York is in trouble.
Yash Raj Films, the producers of New York, have decided to take legal action against Bhatia for alleging that the script which was made into New York was originally suggested to Yash Raj three years ago by her.
Confirming these developments, New York director Kabir Khan says, "This is really unfortunate. I wonder which cave this girl was living in so far to suddenly wake up five days after our film released to realize that New York is about three friends against a 9/11 backdrop."
Kabir sees this as nothing but opportunistic timing. "It's a great method of getting her 15 minutes of fame. Yes, we're planning to sue her and make an example of this sort of post-success harassment that filmmakers go through."
The director is very angry. "Why does one have to keep fighting to protect one's integrity? By suing this girl I hope to discourage such frivolous charges in the future."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 1 Jul 2009 | 2:15 pm Bipasha shows how to 'fly' to keep fitBollywood actress Bipasha Basu was at her sporty best when she demonstrated how to 'fly' to keep fit using a new gym workout - Jukari Fit To Fly - at an event here Wednesday.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 1 Jul 2009 | 1:31 pm Deepika regrets making her relationship with Ranbir publicDeepika Padukone has everything going for her in Bollywood.Source: Entertainment News | 1 Jul 2009 | 1:07 pm
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