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Katrina to work opposite Shah Rukh
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 10:52 am Swine flu scare in Bollywood
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 9:17 am MJ a reincarnation of Egyptian princess?
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 8:58 am Emraan Hashmi speaks out; minority commission's verdict today
Friends close to Emraan Hashmi insist he will fight out the issue to its bitter end, no matter how isolated he may be in his battle to prove that sections of supposedly progressive metropolitan Mumbai practice religious segregation.
Says a source very close to Emraan, "He moves around with a lot of security. It's a precautionary measure. Emraan has filed a complaint with the minority commission. It will come to its decision today, the 10th August. Until they do, he's in danger. Emraan is not really troubled. His house IS looking like a fortress. The police complaint doesn't deter Emraan at all. It's an age-old ploy to silence you. No one can accuse Emraan of inciting communal disharmony. Religious discrimination in buying and renting property has been going on for a very long time. No one talked about it openly. It's a sensitive issue." Now the people who denied Emraan property are tripping over changing their statements repeatedly. "They said he was kept out because Emraan was serial kisser. For some reason they also made up an absurd allegation that Emraan's parents barged into the office of the property dealers. Emraan's parents had taken a proper appointment and gone and they were treated badly. They were told the housing society people were busy. Emraan was enraged because his parents were badly treated. He had earlier bought an apartment in 2007 in Pali Hill. But there was no such problem. This was his first real encounter with discrimination."
Now the people whom the actor was trying to buy property from have buckled under. Says Emraan's friend, "The prospective property seller now says he doesn't want to sell. But for Emraan it is no longer about personal hurt. He's standing up for an issue. People have accused him of doing this to gain publicity. Let them say what they like. He has no releases in the next few months. Emraan doesn't care what the cynics say."
About the lack of support from within the industry, Emraan's friend says, "He wasn't expecting any real support. Javed and Shabana have spoken on it. Also, Saif, Emraan didn't raise his voice hoping to get support. Emraan is prepared to take the issue to its logical issue. He hopes people will no longer keep quiet about being denied property in spite of being law-abiding citizens and paying taxes."
For Emraan the issue has become much larger than a personal one. Says Emraan, "The problem of being denied property on grounds of religion is prevalent all over the country. Now so many Muslims have come forward claiming the same. And mind you, I know religious profiling works both ways. I know of Muslim colonies where Hindus are not allowed to stay. I spoke out as a segregated citizen, not a Muslim. I want all discrimination in property allotment to go. Otherwise why do we call ourselves a democracy?"
Emraan hopes more voice to be raised against discrimination. He's shooting for Ekta Kapoor's Once Upon A Time In Mumbai. The shooting doesn't stop.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Aug 2009 | 7:50 am Priyanka is great, says Shahid
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 6:47 am Live Chat: Genelia D'Souza on August 11 at 1600 hrs IST
They say you need to have acting 'Gene' in you to become an actor in Bollywood'. What will you have to say when someone has got 'Gene' in her name? Well, think no further, as it's none other than Genelia D'Souza, the very cute, sweet, bubbly, and effervescent actress who stormed her way into the hearts of millions and trillions alike with her 'Aditi' persona in the smash hit film Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Na.
Well, it's the same Aditi ...we mean...Genelia, who is ready with her next rom-com called Life Partner, in which she is paired opposite Tusshar Kapoor. Here's your chance to get up, close and personal with this chic only on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Chat on Tuesday, August 11, at 1600 hrs IST.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Aug 2009 | 6:23 am Michael Jackson burial spot a secretPop legend Michael Jackson has finally been laid to rest without any hoopla at the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Hollywood Hills.Source: Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 5:52 am Rajnikant gives out the matra to success
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 5:13 am Anifest India postponed due to swine flu scare
The imminent swine flu scare in Pune and Mumbai has taken toll on plans for India's largest animation festival, Anifest India. Scheduled for the Independence Day weekend, the 4-day festival has now been postponed until further notice.
Anifest India had received 1500+ confirmed registrations and a large number of people were to travel from out of Mumbai for this festival.
The organizers, The Animation Society of India (TASI) Managing Committee said in a statement, âDue to the increased risk of swine flu, the TASI has taken the difficult but important decision to postpone Anifest India 2009. It is a very disappointing thing for us but we have no choice under the current circumstances.â
TASI, a non-profit volunteer organization and the organizers of Anifest India, had made elaborate provisions for a power packed event. âFor the past four months we have been working overtime to organize this annual festival. The pre-selection jury was working over 17 hours on Sunday to select films for screening and voting at the festival.â
"Under the present circumstances, as a responsible organization we have taken a decision to avoid gathering such a large crowd in close proximity to each other for four days under one roof. We know that this will mean substantial financial losses to the Society and for everyone who have been a part of it, since a large part of the organizational expenses and time have already been incurred. These are inconsequential compared to public health and safety," the statement further said.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Aug 2009 | 5:05 am Lolo's great expectations from Kurbaan
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:58 am You'll see a different me in Kurbaan: KareenaShe has played a prostitute, a bubbly girl-next-door and the ultimate glamour queen in her almost decade-long career, but Kareena Kapoor says Kurbaan has given her the opportunity to sink her teeth into one of the best roles in her career.Source: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:57 am Pamela: I have a split personality
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:39 am Miller was intoxicated by Jude Law
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:30 am Arjun Rampal on GQ cover this month
He is one of the first premier supermodels of India. He is none other than Arjun Rampal, the man who put India on the global map, courtesy his Adonis look and a personality that gives many supermodels an inferiority complex even today! And it is this man, who is on the cover of the latest edition of GQ.
Aptly titled 'The unusual world of Arjun Rampal', this article takes a 'magnified sneak peak' in the world of the enigmatic phenomenon called Arjun Rampal! It has him talking about his supermodel wife Mehr Jessia Rampal. He says, "When I looked at my wife for the first time, I thought she'd be a beautiful wife to have- and it happened. I guess my visualization was just stronger than the rest." This issue also has a treat for Arjun's fans in the form of 5 things that you didn't know about him, but should know. A couple of these things include him confessing that he was really scared before Om Shanti Om and the legendary man by whom Arjun was completely rattled by! Arjun also speaks his heart out saying, "We've gone through that phase where we've tried to do other things just to make ends meet". This issue surely makes an interesting read.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:28 am Lyricist Gulshan Bawra passes away - Business of Cinema
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:18 am The all new Saif! - IndiaGlitz
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:13 am Pune schedule of Qurbaan cancelled due to swine flu epidemic
The latest Swine flu epidemic has developed an eerie feeling amongst everyone. An entire last schedule shoot of Dharma Production's Qurbaan was cancelled as the shooting was to take place in Pune- the largely affected city with the epidemic.
A source from the unit reveals, "The cast and crew were to travel to Pune on Friday afternoon. Everyone was all set and prepared to leave for the last schedule. But lead actress Kareena Kapoor was adamant on not going to Pune after the break out of Swine Flu in the city where they were headed to shoot. Very little portions had to be shot and the crew really wanted to get done with it as soon as possible and Bebo was required for the scene."
The source continues, "Bebo had a word with the director Rensil D'Silva and asked him to reconsider the shoot. The team members gave it a thought and cancelled the scheduled."
Kareena's spokesperson confirmed, "Yes, the Pune schedule was cancelled."
Adds director Rensil D'Silva, "We considered the situation in Pune carefully and decided not to shoot there since we did not want to put either the cast or crew at risk."
The team still has to shoot the remaining scenes, but hasn't decided the venue and is also waiting to again acquire dates of the actors.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:09 am Iss Jungle Ke Falling TRP Ko BachaoLast week Negar Khan was voted out of Iss Jungle Se Mujhe Bachao. Before this the glam bahu of Indian television, Shweta Tiwari walked out of the show. Due to the ouster of these two hot contestants, the show may seeSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:00 am Kate Ceberano calls Tom Cruise her idolMelbourne (ANI): Aussie pop vocalist Kate Ceberano has revealed that American actor Tom Cruise is her idol. Ceberano, 43, who sang at Cruise's 47th birthday in Melbourne last month, just could not stop raving about him."Quite simply, I worship the groundSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 4:00 am Kelly Osbourne wants perfect boobsWashington, (ANI): Kelly Osbourne is reportedly planning to go under the knife to reduce the size of her boobs. The 24-year-old singer, the daughter of former Black Sabbath rocker Ozzy Osbourne, has revealed that she hates her breasts and wants themSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:58 am Arjun Rampal on the cover of GQHe is one of the first premier supermodels of India. He is none other than Arjun Rampal, the man who put India on the global map, courtesy his Adonis look and a personality that gives many supermodels an inferioritySource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:51 am Paula Abdul may judge So You Think You Can DanceLondon (ANI): Paula Abdul may appear as judge in the talent show ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ after her exit from ‘American Idol’. She reportedly met Nigel Lythgoe, the producer of the dance show, recently. The maker has apparently suggestedSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:49 am You'll see a different me in 'Kurbaan': KareenaShe has played a prostitute, a bubbly girl-next-door and the ultimate glamour queen in her almost decade-long career, but Kareena Kapoor says "Kurbaan" has given her the opportunity to sink her teeth into one of the best roles in her career.Source: Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:41 am Kandhasamy to release late on August 21This should really dash down the hopes of every buff of ‘Chiyaan’ Vikram, who are eagerly waiting for his release of Kandhaswamy. It nearly took couple of years to complete the shooting and recently Kalaipuli S Thanu confirmed about releasing itSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:34 am Michael Jackson finally buried without ceremonyLondon, (ANI): Late King of Pop Michael Jackson has finally been buried without a ceremony and far from a single fan in sight, it has emerged.The 'Thriller' hitmaker is said to have been quietly laid to rest at the Forest LawnSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:34 am Preview: Kaminey
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:32 am Devanahalli ridicules Devegowda, HDK, RadhikaDevanahalli is another movie to be added in the list of scandalous movies in Kannada. The movie has a ridiculous song, which mocks at former Prime Minister HD Devegowda, his son and former Chief Minister of Karnataka HD Kumaraswamy and actressSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:31 am Kajol lands in Knorr SoupKnorr, Hindustan Unilever's largest soup brand in the country, is all set to launch a new and exciting ad campaign this season and for the very same purpose they have roped in Kajol as the brand ambassador. Kajol wouldSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:24 am Karan Johar roping in Katrina for Dostana 2? - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:21 am Ranbir as lazy 'Sid' in Wake Up SidAfter an impressive act in Bachna Ae Haseeno, Ranbir Kapoor is all set for his next release Dharma Productions' Wake Up Sid, directed by debutant Ayan Mukerji. We bring you an exclusive sneak peek of the first look ofSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:20 am Priyanka is great..as an actress: Shahid KapurAre they or aren't they a couple? That's a question Bollywood actor Shahid Kapur steered clear of, even as he praised his "Kaminey" co-star Priyanka Chopra to the skies saying she is at her "career's best right now".Source: Entertainment News | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:10 am I know religious profiling works both ways: Emraan HashmiAs he awaits the verdict of State Minorities Commission (SMC) on his complaint against a south Mumbai housing society, Bollywood star Emraan Hashmi says he know religious profiling is practised by people in more than one community. Emraan has complained he was not allowed to buy a house in the society because he is a Muslim.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 10 Aug 2009 | 3:02 am Imtiaz compares record success of LAK with JWM - GlamSham
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Aug 2009 | 1:56 am Guess Who?
After an enjoyable weekend, its time to put on your thinking caps and kick start the week with your favorite 'Guess Who?' feature only on Bollywood Hungama.
This week we have for you one of the brightest young talents of the Hindi film industry. This lad has acting in his genes and his performances in his films so far are testimony to the fact. He is also hugely popular among the fairer sex. Revealing anything more would spoil all the fun, hence we leave it to you to Guess Who the celebrity is?
You may post your answers in the comments section below.
To find out last week's answer click hereSource: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Aug 2009 | 12:49 am Teree Sang heroine Sheena is married - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Aug 2009 | 12:29 am H1N1 toll six after death of Pune doctor, Chennai childA 35-year-old ayurvedic doctor in Pune and a four-year-old boy in Chennai died of the Influenza A (H1N1) virus early Monday, taking the toll of the viral disease to six in the country.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 10 Aug 2009 | 12:01 am Fans preparing gala event to celebrate Kamal's 50 years in filmsIn his five-decade-long career he has acted in more than 150 films in different Indian languages, directed movies and won several awards. Kamal Haasan, one of the finest actors of Indian cinema, completes 50 years in showbiz this year and fans are busy preparing to celebrate his remarkable journey.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 9 Aug 2009 | 10:30 pm Michael Jackson reincarnation of Egyptian princess? - Hindu
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 9 Aug 2009 | 10:09 pm Katrina with Shahrukh in YRF's next - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 9 Aug 2009 | 9:58 pm Gear up for dark comic ride with 'Kaminey'After his critically-acclaimed 'Omkara', director Vishal Bharadwaj is back with dark drama 'Kaminey'. Releasing Friday, this Shahid Kapoor-Priyanka Chopra-starrer is all about gangsters, rebel soldiers, rogue politicians and crooked cops.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 9 Aug 2009 | 9:30 pm You'll see a different me in 'Kurbaan': KareenaShe has played a prostitute, a bubbly girl-next-door and the ultimate glamour queen in her almost decade-long career, but Kareena Kapoor says 'Kurbaan' has given her the opportunity to sink her teeth into one of the best roles in her career.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 9 Aug 2009 | 8:30 pm Someone switch off that TVIn an nationwide HT-CNN-IBN survey, 79 per cent of those polled were concerned that TV, films and the Net are bringing nudity, infidelity, porn and un-Indian influences into the home. For GenY, the concerns are equally about losing touch with each other, report Zara Murao & A N Jha. See graphicSource: Hindustan Times News Feeds 'Cinema' | 9 Aug 2009 | 3:42 pm Fans preparing gala event to celebrate Kamal's 50 years in filmsIn his five-decade-long career he has acted in more than 150 films in different Indian languages, directed movies and won several awards.Source: Entertainment News | 9 Aug 2009 | 12:04 pm Hard work with brains is way to success: RajnikantThe mantra to success is hard work mixed with smartness and intelligence, says Tamil superstar Rajnikant.Source: Entertainment News | 9 Aug 2009 | 12:02 pm Priyanka is great...as an actress: Shahid KapurAre they or aren't they a couple? That's a question Bollywood actor Shahid Kapur steered clear of, even as he praised his 'Kaminey' co-star Priyanka Chopra to the skies saying she is at her 'career's best right now'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 9 Aug 2009 | 11:00 am Review: Daddy Cool
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 9 Aug 2009 | 10:50 am Kalam's got a musical vision for India - Times of India
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 9 Aug 2009 | 10:25 am Gulshan alive in words of 'Mere desh ki dharti': Manoj KumarActor-filmmaker Manoj Kumar remembers Gulshan Bawra as a true friend and says he is alive in every word of the song "Mere desh ki dharti", which the late lyricist wrote for his film "Upkar".Source: Entertainment News | 9 Aug 2009 | 9:44 am Hard work with brains is way to success: RajnikantThe mantra to success is hard work mixed with smartness and intelligence, says Tamil superstar Rajnikant.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 9 Aug 2009 | 6:31 am I'm not focussing only on comedies: Shreyas TalpadeHe's made audiences laugh in several films and has signed on four more comedies, but actor Shreyas Talpade insists he is not concentrating on just humorous films even though he enjoys doing the funny man's act.Source: Entertainment News | 9 Aug 2009 | 5:29 am Bollywood newcomers prefer good scripts over big bannersTeenage pregnancy, terrorism, an out-and-out actioner or a spooky jungle thriller-Bollywood newcomers like Shruthi Haasan, Ruslaan Mumtaaz and Arunoday Singh are opting for different themes and strong scripts rather than being lured by big banners and typical potboilers.Source: Entertainment News | 9 Aug 2009 | 4:17 am Despite A certificate, 'Kaminey' meant for all ages: ShahidThough 'Kaminey' has been given an 'A' certificate it is not a film that will make viewers uncomfortable, promises Shahid Kapoor, who plays a double role in the Vishal Bharadwaj movie.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 9 Aug 2009 | 4:00 am Gulshan alive in words of 'Mere desh ki dharti': Manoj KumarActor-filmmaker Manoj Kumar remembers Gulshan Bawra as a true friend and says he is alive in every word of the song 'Mere desh ki dharti', which the late lyricist wrote for his film 'Upkar'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 9 Aug 2009 | 4:00 am
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