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Shiney Ahuja gets bail in rape caseBollywood actor Shiney Ahuja, who has been in judicial custody for three months after being charged with raping his domestic help, got bail today on surety of Rs.Source: Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 9:55 am Actor Shiney Ahuja gets bail in rape case
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 9:21 am Pataudis spend the weekend with Julia Roberts
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 8:35 am Salman Khan gifts Kareena Kapoor Rs.250,000 D&G bagBollywood star Salman Khan went out of his way and gifted a branded bag worth Rs.Source: Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 8:10 am Is Kate Hudson pregnant?
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 7:48 am SRK dubs for a multi-lingual film
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 7:47 am Pataudis spend the weekend with Julia RobertsThe entire Pataudi clan, former cricketer Tiger, his actress wife Sharmila Tagore and their three children, including star son Saif Ali Khan, were at Pataudi, Haryana, over the weekend sharing their ancestral home with Hollywood's Pretty Woman Julia Roberts.Source: Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 7:27 am "Mr. Gowariker is one of the most brilliant minds I've come across" - Priyanka
To be a reigning actress in Bollywood is not an easy job. But there is one actress who has achieved it all in no time and whom we all know dearly as Piggy Chops. She is the one and only Priyanka Chopra.
Priyanka has recently outdone all her contemporaries by playing 12 characters, a record of sorts, in her latest release What's Your Raashee? So how did she manage to do pull it off� Well, Priyanka has revealed it all in her exclusive chat on Bollywood Hungama.
For those of you who missed out on this intriguing conversation, here's a chance to find out what Priyanka spoke, as we bring you the excerpts from her chat. Enjoy reading it!
Priyanka Chopra: Hi This is Priyanka Chopra only on Bollywood Hungama.com
chotabacha1: Hi Priyanka, When is PI releasing?
Priyanka Chopra: Mid November 13th or 20th
AA: hi...How r u feeling after a back to back success?
Priyanka Chopra: looking forward to new ones hopefully...What's your Raashee?
Steven09: hi Priyanka.. I loved what's your Raashee?
Priyanka Chopra: Have you seen it????
Shweta: heard u played a prank on Ashu...did u succeed?
Priyanka Chopra: Always shweta...
Sandy: Hai Priyanka......How was it to play a cancerian girl being one yourself?
Priyanka Chopra: sandy...felt very special...felt like me
Sandy: Hai Priyanka......How was it to play a cancerian girl being one yourself?
Priyanka Chopra: sandy...felt very special...felt like me
Niraj: Did you attend any acting courses etc or you learnt it on the job?
Priyanka Chopra: On the job Niraj....trial and error
mins94: hey ...how r u....saw u yesterday in Ahmedabad...u look awesome...but why didn't u do sum garba????Anyways i am followers on tweeter ...please keep replying to my tweets...do u have any other email accounts...like on yahoo ...if yes then please give...all the best !!!
Priyanka Chopra: I am also on Face book...don't know the garba yet...trying to learn.
Mo: \ hello priyanka i think u should make another film with Bipasha because u 2 are my favorite
Priyanka Chopra: mo....Thanks so much...will definitely try
Chetu: Hi Priyanka. Nice work done in kaminey. Tell me something about your character in What's your Raashee?
Priyanka Chopra: chetu...I play 12 characters...one girl of each Raashee.
Sharron: How was it working with Abhishek, Salman, Shahrukh, Hrithik, and Shahid?
Priyanka Chopra: All of them are very professional and nice people Sharron.
Mel_77: Hi Priyanka! Good to see U here! I've heard that you are playing the lead-role opposite Shahid Kapoor in his father's debut. Is that true?
Priyanka Chopra: No its not true Mel
Shweta: if ever u are offered more than 12 roles would u take up that challenge?
Priyanka Chopra : Shweta...always up for a challenge
Simran: priyanka, where do you see yourself in five years?
Priyanka Chopra: transitioning between movies and marriage.
Shweta: If u are offered a film with Aamir but the script is average would you still go for it?
Priyanka Chopra: Yes because I trust his instincts.
Mel_77: tell me something about 'What's your Raashee?'?
Priyanka Chopra: its a story about a guy who meets 12 different girls and picks one to get married
Chetu: Which is ur fav character in WYR?
Priyanka Chopra: Chetu....Anjali...the Aries girl
Niraj: Did Aditya Chopra visit the shooting of 'Pyaar Impossible' often?
Priyanka Chopra: Niraj...not really
Iqbal: how was it working with Ashutosh?
Priyanka Chopra: Iqbal....Brilliant...he is one of the most brilliant minds I have ever come across.
Mel_77: tell me something about 'What's your Raashee?'?
Priyanka Chopra: its a story about a guy who meets 12 different girls and picks one to get married
aj_005: hey what will be ur next flick after WYR????
Priyanka Chopra: Pyaar Impossible
Meghan: Which is ur fav direactor..?
Priyanka Chopra: Meghna...I've worked with too many fantastic directors so its difficult for me to pick.
Vicky: hey Priyanka what's next? How confident are u for your upcoming flick 'Whats your Raashee?'?
Priyanka Chopra: Vicky....i am nervous
Kevin: Ashutosh Gowariker has worked with A R Rahman always in his film but not this time were u heart broken when u heard that Rahman is not part of this film?
Priyanka Chopra: kavin...well i felt that it was unfortunate because i really wanted to work with him but I think Sohail Sen has done a commendable job.
Tanveer: Which movie was the toughest for u in ur career?
Priyanka Chopra: Tanveer...What's your Raashee? for sure.
Kevin: animation movie in India do not work, why?
Priyanka Chopra: its just the beginning kavin....give it some time.
Kaveri: hi Priyanka, are you doing any other action flick after Don & Drona...??
Priyanka Chopra: Don 2 probably
AmitgopalSA: what are your future projects? When are you coming down to South Africa?
Priyanka Chopra: not any time soon Amit...After Pyar Impossible its Anjaana Anjaani.
Prashant: Priyanka, are u friends with Preity Zinta?
Priyanka Chopra: Yes Prashant
Shweta: You're diplomatic yet not boring...thats great!
Priyanka Chopra: I like that compliment shweta
AmitgopalSA: what are your future projects? When are you coming down to South Africa?
Priyanka Chopra: not any time soon Amit...After Pyar Impossible its Anjaana Anjaani.
Hinna: Hi Priyanka, you are always so busy at public events from one show to the next, how do you manage to stay so active and on the go?
Priyanka Chopra: I still don't know henna
TANU: Can u tell me something about ur character as tauras inWYR?
Priyanka Chopra: Tanu....She is the daughter of a very rich cotton king and she tests the guy to see if he is good enough for her or not.
sweety12: is it true that u r thinking about getting a sports car? Which one?
Priyanka Chopra: I wish...Not at all sweety
st1888: what's your fitness regime??
Priyanka Chopra : Ha Ha HA...Pizza and Burgers.
Sahil: Hi Priyanka, who do you think is the best mainstream actress in Bollywood today? Feel free to name yourself
Priyanka Chopra: Sahil...I am not so pompous. I would say Kajol
Priyanka Chopra : Thank you very much for logging in such huge numbers...Its always fantastic to talk to you'll...Stay in touch with me through Twitter and Face book and let me know What's Your Raashee?Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 1 Oct 2009 | 7:08 am GQ's anniversary issue is adorned by superstars
GQ India, India's luxury and lifestyle magazine for men, had much to celebrate about. Being one that has profiled the best of the best, whether it was a nobel laureates or a Bollywood superstar, GQ's collector's issue is definitely one that needs to be owned. The celebration of this single issue was well timed with its first anniversary which started out with a tribute to the country's best and accomplished men, and two very special women.
Taking the merrymaking further, GQ also launched its Men Of The Year awards in association with Chivas. Celebrated were sixteen inspirational Indian men and two outstanding women. The awards saw winners take to the stage including Abhay Deol (Breakthrough talent of the year), Irrfan Khan (Outstanding Achievement of the year), Shashi Tharoor (Inspiration of the year), Karan Johar and Kareena Kapoor (Excellence of the year), Katrina Kaif (Woman of the year), Omar Abdullah (Young leader of the year), Amitabh Bachchan (Lifetime achievement), Saif Ali Khan (Chivas Ultimate GQ Man of the year) and many more.
Stated Che Kurrien, Editor, GQ India, "What better way to celebrate GQ's first anniversary in India than with a tribute to the country's best and brightest men (and one very special woman). We raise a toast to the most accomplished Indian men and have created an issue that's historic both in its scope and scale. Enjoy!"
This special anniversary edition of GQ magazine is surely to be looked forward to.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 1 Oct 2009 | 6:56 am YRF announces it's next with Pradeep Sarkar; will star Neil & Deepika in lead
Yash Raj Films has announced its next project which will be directed by Pradeep Sarkar. Produced by Aditya Chopra, the film will star Neil Nitin Mukesh and Deepika Padukone as the lead pair. Both the actors have extremely challenging roles to play in this love story set in the gritty streets of Mumbai. The film is slated to go on floor this December and is scheduled for a 2010 release. Watch this space for more details on this film.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 1 Oct 2009 | 6:52 am Bhansali gets more than Hrithik-Ash?Rumour mills are abuzz that UTV is paying 35 crore to Sanjay Leela Bhansali for Guzaarish, which is more than the combined price of Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai.Source: | 1 Oct 2009 | 4:45 am Actors can't dictate their looks: Abhishek
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 4:36 am Wake Up Sid is unlike a KJo movie
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 4:31 am Deepika, Lara say - 'I'm the best'Deepika Padukone and Lara Dutta are shooting for Sajid Khan's Housefull at the moment and both believe they've the best role. Read on to know the details.Source: | 1 Oct 2009 | 4:17 am Kamal for 'Pazhassi Raja' - IndiaGlitz
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 1 Oct 2009 | 4:08 am Abhi-Ash strike Rs.25 cr deal - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:42 am Dita Von Teese flaunts her curves for Wonderbra adAmerican Model Dita Von Teese has once again sent temperature soaring up by posing in a flimsy piece of lingerie for the latest racy Wonderbra ad. Flaunting her curvaceous figure, the American burlesque artist posed in several erotic poses forSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:38 am Vidya Balan to spread GoodKnightVidya Balan, the new face for GoodKnight Naturals, says, "When it comes to applying products on my skin, I am very cautious. Goodknight Naturals mosquito repellent cream has unbelievable properties which make my skin feel safe whilst protecting me from mosquitoesSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:37 am Vijender Singh leaves the ring, joins BollywoodOlympic bronze medalist, boxing champion Vijender Singh will soon be debuting in Bollywood with the film One. Directed by Anand, a director from the South, the film is a half-real and half-fictional suspense with a terrorism backdrop. The film’s story isSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:35 am Road, Movie invited to Tokyo Film FestAfter a super-successful world premiere at the recently held Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Indian Film Company's Road, Movie has now been invited to the Tokyo International Film Festival 2009. Road, Movie is the only Indian film to make it toSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:33 am Abhi-Ash strike Rs.25 cr dealBollywood's hot couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Bachchan are not just actors. They are a brand. This inseparable couple has been seen together in almost all the events but have you seen them together in an ad? For the first time,Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:28 am Sherlyn Chopra in Bigg Boss 3
Pinup girl Sherlyn Chopra has said a definite yes to the Bigg Boss. After Rakhi Sawant and Payal Rohatgi, it is Sherlyn who will provide the oomph appeal in this season's 'Bigg Boss'.
Says a source from the channel Colors, "One reason why we were interested in getting Baba Ramdeo on board is because we got Sherlyn. So we wanted to create a Vishwamitra-Menaka kind of situation between the saint and the seductress in the 'Bigg Boss' house. Unfortunately Baba opted out."
But the seductress is on.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:27 am "I am happy and content" - Harman Baweja
Harman Baweja is happy and content. His latest release What's Your Raashee? has fetched him some good reviews. Also, after the disappointment of Love Story 2050 and Victory, he has seen a decent box office opening coming his way. More than anything else, he sees the film as a stepping stone for him in terms of growth as an actor and acknowledgment from a large section of the industry. Sounding happy with the way life is treating him and his professional career is headed, Harman talks to Joginder Tuteja about the positive impact that What's Your Raashee? has had on him.
This time around you must be happy, right Harman? After all critics too seem to have appreciated your performance....
[Smiles with a sigh of relief] Yeah, after the barrage of comments that came my way once Love Story 2050 released, it is a good thing that finally things have moved on. Though Victory too saw my performance being noticed, in case of What's Your Raashee, appreciation has been pretty universal. One has to learn and be optimistic. I have only seen glass as half full so far. It's time for me to work better and move on.
In case of What's Your Raashee, appreciation has been pretty universal
While your honesty and sincerity is quite visible in the film, it must have been quite challenging to bring in consistency since you had to feature in 12 different stories, isn't it?
Wow, you have picked up quite a few adjectives here! I am flattered (smiles). On a serious note though, instructions from Ashu sir were quite clear. I was required to be in a particular space and I pretty much stuck to that. Of course I don't wish to take away from my performance but a lot has to with the way the character was written. I pretty much stayed with its realms.
Some critics/reviews weren't as flattering though...
Yes, I did feel disheartened reading a few reviews about the film but then everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Even some of the most award winning performances have been panned when seen first. In that context, I am still beginning. It's ok because it only helps you reflect on that extra something that you could possibly bring along in your future outings. But if you ask me how I do I feel after What's Your Raashee? , I would say that I am very content. I am satisfied with my work and believe that I have successfully managed to hit a platform from where I can grow further.
Industry may throw in some conflicting comments, reviews could be mixed and audiences could be biased. However, a father would never lie, especially someone like Harry Baweja who has been the part of the industry for close to three decades and has seen and done it all. What did he have to say after watching your performance in What's Your Raashee? ?
[Pauses for a while before replying] He told me that now in my third film; I have managed to grope the technical aspect of cinema quite well. See, I have done a lot of theatre in the past. There you are in an open space and are not bound. You can be relatively relaxed in your body language. On the other hand while acting in a movie, you have to say dialogues, move around and then also be worried about the trolley placement. You keep wondering if you have been following the marks well or not and hence a little awkwardness does come in. You feel ki chalo shot de diya toh kaam ho gaya. Par aisa hona nahi chahiye. And something like this becomes easier and almost your second nature once you have acted in a few films. Dad told me that I have managed to do that well in What's Your Raashee? . He felt that I was much more relaxed and Ashu sir has pulled that awkwardness out of me.
Dad told me that I have managed to do that well in What's Your Raashee?. He felt that I was much more relaxed and Ashu sir has pulled that awkwardness out of me.
So, overall happy with the state of affairs?
Very happy [laughs]. The film is doing steady, family audiences are liking it and we are quite comfortable moving into the second week. There have been so many cases even earlier when family movies have moved from average to very good business in days to follow. I can pretty much foresee that happening for What's Your Raashee? too. My expectations from the film were to see a growth in me as an actor and have a good box office success too. While former is pretty much accomplished, things are looking positive for the latter as well.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:20 am Vishnu's Bellary Naga postponed to Oct 9The release of Vishnuvardhan starrer Kannada movie Bellary Naga (Ballary Naga) has been delayed by a week. Earlier, it was reported that the movie would hit the screens on October 2. Now, the producers of the movie have postponed the releaseSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:17 am Julia Roberts shoots for her new film in Saif's ancestral home
Julia Roberts visited the Taj Mahal in Agra on Saturday. On Sunday she was back shooting a stone's throw away from Saif's ancestral home in Patadi. In fact for the first time the Pataudis are allowing a unit to shoot in their home.
Saif's mom is very angry at the way her son is referred to as the 'Chotte Nawab' in the media. "Saif is a grown-up man of 36. There's no Chotte or Nawab in his personality. He wants to be known as an actor, though he comes from a royal family."
Julia is indeed staying in Sharmila and her husband's property. "Julia Roberts is our guest. She's staying in a part of our property. We've let the unit stay in a flank because she's a colleague and I know what it is like to shoot far away from home."
The Pataudi staff has been helping Julia Robert's unit with whatever they require. At this very moment Julia Roberts is shooting in an ashram right next to the Pataudi palace. In fact there will be some shooting in the Pataudis home where Julia Roberts' unit is staying.
"We're staying in main palace. They are staying in a separate part of the royal property known as the Nafeez Manzil. After Pataudi, they'll be shooting in Italy and Malaysia. In the past, Aamir Khan shot and stayed with us for The Rising. Deepa Mehta shot Earth in Pataudi, though that portion was edited out," says Sharmila who is at the Pataudi with the entire family for a family function.
"Tiger and I are here. He dragged us out here in this heat, much to our annoyance. Saif and my two daughters Sabah and Soha are also here for a Mewati Akikah ceremony which is a traditional Muslim mundan," said Sharmila from Pataudi on Sunday.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:13 am Vidya Balan to endorse GoodKnight cream
Munnabhai's girl Vidya Balan has just inked a brand endorsement deal with Godrej Sara Lee's GoodKnight Naturals', a moisturizing mosquito repellent cream.
Vidya Balan, the new face for GoodKnight Naturals, says, "When it comes to applying products on my skin, I am very cautious. Goodknight Naturals mosquito repellent cream has unbelievable properties which make my skin feel safe whilst protecting me from mosquitoes during outdoor shoots, and the best part is that it is non-sticky. I was very excited when Godrej, an age old name and a trusted brand approached me to be a part of this campaign in which this revolutionary product will help fight the mosquito menace."
The new campaign focuses on communicating the effectiveness of a moisturizer based mosquito repellent cream with the goodness of natural herbs like tulsi and lavender that help fight mosquitoes naturally while keeping the skin nourished and protected with milk. The ad campaign and concept developed by JWT, communicates the powerful combination of safety from mosquitoes and protection of the skin as never before, while highlighting the product offering through their catchy line... 'Machharon ki haar, skin se pyaar!'
Commenting on the launch, Mr. Tarun Arora, VP Sales & Marketing, Godrej Sara Lee said, "GoodKnight has always offered products which are based on strong consumer insights. The biggest challenge was to overcome the existing mental barriers of people being precarious about using mosquito repellent creams as they are associated with being sticky and harsh on the skin. The new ad positions the product in a way that cues in safety and credibility in a reassuring manner".
With such a power packed campaign and star power of Vidya Balan, GoodKnight brand will surely strengthen its supremacy in the market.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:08 am Karunanidhi bags Global Achiever AwardTamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi will be conferred with Global Achiever Award for his film career at a grand function to be held in Chennai on October 9 to 11. V C Guhanathan, President of Film Employees Federation of SouthSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:07 am There's no Karan Johar element in 'Wake Up Sid': KaranOnce the script of "Wake Up Sid" was ready, the star cast finalised and shooting of the film commenced, producer Karan Johar says he completely backed off and let first time director Ayan Mukerji run the entire show.Source: Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 3:00 am Mohanlal invites Kamal to MalayalamMohanlal, one of the top actors in Malayalam, wants to act with Kamal Hassan again. In his recent interview, he expressed his wish to work with Kamal. Mohanlal played a key role in the recently released blockbuster Unnaipol Oruvan, where heSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 2:57 am French govt drops public support for PolanskiLondon (ANI): The French government has withdrawn its support to film director Roman Polanski, who is currently held in Switzerland, after a campaign for his release was shunned by many leading European political and cultural figures. The foreign minister of FranceSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 2:47 am Audience banned from taking naked Anna Friel's picsLondon (ANI): Audience members attending Breakfast at Tiffany’s at the West End theatre have been banned from taking pictures of British actress Anna Friel as she performs in the nude. Friel, 33, has to strip off for her role as HollySource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 1 Oct 2009 | 2:45 am Aamir Khan spoils Rajkumar Hirani - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 1 Oct 2009 | 2:44 am I get angry, but don't show it: Amitabh BachchanAmitabh Bachchan has learnt to live with controversies.Source: Entertainment News | 1 Oct 2009 | 2:24 am Pataudis spend the weekend with Julia RobertsThe entire Pataudi clan, former cricketer Tiger, his actress wife Sharmila Tagore and their three children, including star son Saif Ali Khan, were at Pataudi, Haryana, over the weekend sharing their ancestral home with Hollywood's Pretty Woman Julia Roberts.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 1 Oct 2009 | 1:31 am Salman Khan gifts Kareena Kapoor Rs.250,000 bagBollywood star Salman Khan went out of his way and gifted a branded bag worth Rs.250,000 to his 'Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna' co-star Kareena Kapoor.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 1 Oct 2009 | 1:30 am I get angry, but don't show it: Amitabh Bachchan - Sify
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Source: Entertainment - Google News | 30 Sep 2009 | 10:15 pm There's no Karan Johar element in 'Wake Up Sid': Karan JoharOnce the script of 'Wake Up Sid' was ready, the star cast finalised and shooting of the film commenced, producer Karan Johar says he completely backed off and let first time director Ayan Mukerji run the entire show.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 30 Sep 2009 | 8:30 pm I get angry, but don't show it: Amitabh BachchanAmitabh Bachchan has learnt to live with controversies. But India's biggest star admits they sometimes get under his skin -- and when that happens he says he takes care not to show his irritation, particularly before the media.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 30 Sep 2009 | 8:00 pm I am flattered, says Manna Dey
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Sep 2009 | 7:27 pm Private memorial service for Swayze
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Source: Entertainment - Google News | 30 Sep 2009 | 4:09 pm I'll try to bring more kids to children film fest: Nandita DasActress Nandita Das, the newly appointed chairperson of the Children's Film Society of India (CFSI), promises to bring maximum number of kids to the children film festival, starting on Nov 14, despite the fact that kids are hooked to reality shows.Source: Entertainment News | 30 Sep 2009 | 2:52 pm Tribute to RD Burman in Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna - Hindustan Times
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Sep 2009 | 11:59 am Bandra’s Premier Nightclub Poison Heads To WorliTo be called Hype, DJ Aqeel’s new club, will have its dance-floor atop mid-town’s posh Atria Mall.Source: | 30 Sep 2009 | 11:57 am SRK lends voice to a Tamil filmShah Rukh has lent his voice for the prologue of Pazhassi Raja, a Tamil film that will also be released soon in the Hindi-dubbed version.Source: | 30 Sep 2009 | 11:41 am The name is Prem...Ajay Devgan and Ranbir Kapoor are as different as chalk and cheese. So what in God’s name could they possibly have in common?Source: | 30 Sep 2009 | 11:40 am Soha’s cure for coldFor those who’re finding actress Soha Ali Khan’s lip lock with serial kisser Emraan Hashmi in their forthcoming release Tum Mile hard to digest, the girl-next-door has a few more surprises in store in the film.Source: | 30 Sep 2009 | 11:35 am A tribute to SD BurmanOn 103rd birth anniversary of Sachin Dev Burman, one of the greatest music composers of his time, we remember his golden journey that he travelled along with people like Guru Dutt, Bimal Roy, Lata Mangeskhar et al.Source: | 30 Sep 2009 | 10:12 am ACK Media invests in Fable Farm Studios; announces 3D film
ACK Media, owner of the legendary Amar Chitra Katha comics, has acquired a 50% stake in Mumbai based Fable Farm Studios for an undisclosed amount. The studio's founder Vfx veteran Biju D will retain ownership of the rest of the company.
Speaking exclusively to Bollywood Hungama, Biju D said, "We will share revenue on an equal basis. We are currently developing several story ideas and experimenting with a variety of animation styles, which might be later transformed into TV series and films."
Prior to the acquisition, the studio was located at an animation institute in Andheri, Mumbai. "We now have four studios all over India which focus on gaming, IP creation, etc," Samir Patil, CEO of ACK Media added. The studio currently employs 21 artists and will soon shift to a bigger facility.
ACK and Fable Farm also jointly announced a 3D stereoscopic 3D film based on the popular Tinkle character 'Suppandi'. The film will be launched in November 2010, an official release said.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Sep 2009 | 10:00 am Shah Rukh, Rituparna Sengupta to play coupleBollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and Bengali actress Rituparna Sengupta will be seen as husband-wife in an ad for Emami's health product Chyawanprash.Source: Entertainment News | 30 Sep 2009 | 9:54 am Katrina Kaif gets new nickname - SamboHer fans have often referred to her as Kat, but now actress Katrina Kaif has a new nickname - Sambo - courtesy her "Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani" co-star Ranbir Kapoor.Source: Entertainment News | 30 Sep 2009 | 9:51 am I'm not doing 7 Husbands yet: Priyanka
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Sep 2009 | 9:51 am Private memorial service for Swayze on SundayA private memorial service to honour actor Patrick Swayze will be held at Sony Studios in Culver City, California, on Sunday. The late actor's mother Patsy, brother Donald and wife Lisa Niemi are expected to attend the exclusive get-togetherSource: | 30 Sep 2009 | 9:35 am I'll try to bring more kids to children film fest: Nandita DasActress Nandita Das, the newly appointed chairperson of the Children's Film Society of India (CFSI), promises to bring maximum number of kids to the children film festival, starting Nov 14, despite the fact that kids are hooked to reality shows.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 30 Sep 2009 | 9:32 am Tribute to RD Burman in Main Aurr Mrs. KhannaR.D. Burman's music continues to inspire today's filmmakers. While Kaminay had two tracks of the late composing legend, now one of his songs will be heard in the forthcoming movie Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna.Source: | 30 Sep 2009 | 9:28 am I'm not doing 'Seven Husbands' yet: Priyanka ChopraRumour mills have been working overtime that after playing 12 different roles in "What's Your Rashee?", Priyanka Chopra has been signed on to essay seven roles in Vishal Bharadwaj's "Seven Husbands".Source: Entertainment News | 30 Sep 2009 | 9:18 am Tribute to R.D. Burman in 'Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna'R.Source: Entertainment News | 30 Sep 2009 | 9:00 am Road, Movie to feature at the Tokyo International Film Festival 2009
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After a super-successful world premiere at the recently held Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Indian Film Company's Road, Movie has now been invited to the Tokyo International Film Festival 2009. Road, Movie is the only Indian film to make it to final 15 in the Competition section, out of 743 nominations from 81 countries. The film will vie for the coveted 'Tokyo Sakura Grand Prix'.
Road, Movie, presented by Indian Films in association with Studio 18, will be screened as part of the Competition section at TOHO Cinemas at Roppongi Hills on 21sr October and 23rd October 2009.
While making this announcement, an excited Sandeep Bhargava of The Indian Films Company said, ''We couldn't be more delighted and honoured. First Toronto, and now Tokyo International Film Festival, the selection of Road, Movie by prestigious International Film Festivals is an endorsement of our vision to selectively back high quality international cinema.''
Road, Movie, written and directed by critically acclaimed director Dev Benegal (of English August and Split Wide Open fame), stars Abhay Deol, Tanishtha Chatterjee and Satish Kaushik in lead roles.
The film tells the story of Vishnu, a restless young man, who rejects his father's faltering hair oil business and hits the road with a travelling cinema. Colourful and full of unforgettable characters Road, Movie celebrates India's open road and the pure love of movies.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Sep 2009 | 8:36 am Southern superstars laud Haasan's 50 years in filmdomSouthern cinema's biggest names, Rajinikant, Venkatesh, Mohanlal and Mammootty, came together under one-roof to celebrate Kamal Hassan's five decades in showbiz.Source: | 30 Sep 2009 | 8:34 am Live Chat: Konkona Sen Sharma on October 1 at 1630 hrs IST
Every time she comes on screen you can be sure that Konkona Sen Sharma is going to surprise you over and over again. Such is the potential of this unconventional actress that she crosses the line between mainstream cinema and parallel cinema as if it was all just a cakewalk for her. Whether it was doing a film like 15 Park Avenue or Page 3, Konkona has a beautiful ability to get into the skin of the character.
It's no big surprise then that with her upcoming film Wake up Sid opposite Ranbir Kapoor, Koko would be showing us a completely new facet to her acting prowess. It's only here at Bollywood Hungama that you get a chance to chat up this brilliant performer and get a sneak peek at what to expect. Join her on Bollywood Hungama Celebrity Chat on Thursday, October 1, at 1630 hrs IST.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Sep 2009 | 8:15 am Lara or Deepika - who has the better part in 'Houseful'?Deeepika Padukone and Lara Dutta are shooting for Sajid Khan's 'Houseful' at the moment and both believe they've the best role.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 30 Sep 2009 | 6:30 am Manna Dey gets Dadasaheb Phalke Award!Playback singer Manna Dey has been honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2007.Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 30 Sep 2009 | 6:06 am Ravi Kishan to star in Santosh Sivan's Varanasi Ka Chora
While shooting Ravi Kishan through the lens of his camera in the wilderness of Chalakudy in Kerala for Mani Ratnam's Raavan, Santosh Sivan decided to cast Ravi, who plays Abhishek's brother in Mani's film, as Varanasi Ka Chokra who falls in love with a visiting Italian girl.
Says Santosh reluctantly, "It's too early to talk about this project at this juncture. I'll let you know the details as soon as they are in place."
Ravi Kishan too is reluctant to talk, but finally tells all. ''Yes, it happened while we were shooting for Raavan. Santosh stopped, looked at me and said, 'You're playing the lead in my film.' Before I could react, he told me it was set in Varanasi. I play a thief who falls for tourist, an Italian girl.''
Ravi is naturally thrilled at this windfall in the wilderness. ''I can't wait for this union of paan benaras wala and Italy ka pasta. Wah what a nashta! I guess my image as the Bhojpuri star plus this new lean mean sexy look I've for Raavan and Luck, convinced Santosh to let me play the Chora ganga kinare wala. Coincidentally, I am shooting with a real life chora ganga kinare wala Abhishek.''
The film to be shot on location in Varanasi this winter will be in English and will star a top Italian actress. No wonder Rai can't stop preening. ''I'll be speaking broken English while she will speak English with an Italian accent.''
Ravi says Ratnam's Raavan has taken out the Bhojpuri-actor tag from his career.
Not that he is giving up Bhojpuri films. ''But I'm finally getting the kind of roles in Hindi cinema that I've waited for,'' Ravi said before heading to Kerala for the last schedule of Ratnam's film.
''It's the climax and we're all looking forward to it. Abhishek who plays my younger brother has really become like my brother. I play this guy who can kill for my bhai.'
For his role in Luck and Raavan, Ravi lost 15 kgs. ''Bhojpuri films require their men and women to look healthier than normal. I had to lose all those kilos for my return to Hindi films. But the effort has paid off.''Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Sep 2009 | 5:57 am Get designer items at discounted prices at 'Trunk Sale'Known for his unconventional styling mind and creative works, fashion designer Nitin Bal Chauhan has now opted for the 'Trunk Sale' route where one can visit his design studio, interact with him, select any discounted item or even order a customised item.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 30 Sep 2009 | 5:01 am Book Review: Slumgirl Dreaming
'Slumgirl Dreaming' is a very well written book. And for a celebrity, who is just a 9 year old, this book could perhaps be the first to come out in India. The girl in question is Rubina Ali, one of the many stars in Slumdog Millionaire who hasn't quite enjoyed a fairy tale outing. From a poor life in slum to international adulation to charges being put against her father for selling her off to being back in a shanty and barely surviving, Rubina has lived a life which doesn't quite justify a Cindrella reference.
Yes, she has enjoyed her months of glory but before and after that, this star has lived a slumgirl life that has seen dreams coming her way, though momentarily. 'Slumgirl Dreaming' gives a blow by blow account of this spirited girl who narrates her journey over the years, especially her experience of shooting for the film, the film's Oscar run and life post that.
What actually works a masterstroke for this autobiographical tale is the coming together of writers Anne Berthod and Divya Dugar who interact with Rubina to translate her thought and statements into the printed words. They do well in sticking to Rubina's innocence and childish antics and tell the world from her point of view rather than bringing to fore what they thought of her as a kid who became a star. So the entire narration of this 175 page book happens with Rubina telling her story and writers merely presenting it to the readers by refining it and smoothening the rough edges.
Anne and Divya do add their bit while keeping the essence of Rubina's world intact. So while bringing to fore the kid's point of view, they also get into finer details about the slums, the inhabitants there, the shooting experience, the coming together of an international crew, the wide eyed reactions of all the slum kids who were a part of the shoot, the five star hospitality, the return to India, the adulation, media pressure, a change in outlook of people and finally a regular day in the life of Rubina after coming face to face with the world pre-Slumdog Millionaire.
The thoughts remain intact; it's just that the emotions are projected clearly to make a connection with the reader.
It is this connection factor that makes 'Slumgirl Dreaming'a difficult book to keep down. 10 pages into this really handy and comfortable book and you want it finish it in two hours flat. One of the major reasons for this is the simplistic writing which would make even a 10 year old connect with the chapters that follow. In fact the book's target audience is, as the cliché goes, from 6 to 60, as the story moves ahead in a highly engaging manner with just about everything for everyone.
The book aims (and pretty much succeeds) in 'not' romanticizing the episodes in Rubina's life, whether good, bad or ecstatic. Picture this: When the pages take viewer into the filthy surroundings of a slum, you cringe in your seat, get a bad taste in the mouth but still do not get turned away from checking what is in store next. Credit must go to Rubina here who doesn't paint a sorry picture of herself and plain and simple explains what this world means to her ever since she was born.
On the other hand, the moments of ecstasy too are kept under the control. Whether it is Rubina's shooting experience or the Oscar celebrations or the luxurious life that she enjoyed for those few days after the ceremony, you know that it is all going to end soon. Even Rubina is shown to be pretty much in check without allowing her emotions go overboard. It is this fair balance that 'Slumgirl Dreaming' maintains throughout its journey which helps in the entire 'connection' factor, as highlighted earlier.
Some of the many highlights in the book are:
- What had actually transpired when stories about Rubina's father willing to sell her off to a Sheikh were making the rounds
- Rubina's love-hate relationship with another slumkid Azhar
- A middle man cheating her of the money that she was promised for Slumdog Millionaire
- The first audition that just required her to run around the room along with other children
- Her fear for the much famous train scene that actually got canned in a single take
- The actual story behind her real mother coming back to take her custody post Slumdog Millionaire fame
One time and again complains that there are no books worthy enough being written for children today. Well, 'Slumgirl Dreaming' could pretty much be a gift for your young ones. And for the elderly who want to explore deeper into the past of Rubina and how she has managed to keep a stable head in spite of a roller coaster ride in the couple of years gone by, 'Slumgirl Dreaming' has enough meat in it to grab your attention.
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 Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 30 Sep 2009 | 4:56 am John Abraham signs Jacqueline for his home production
Not even one film old, Jacqueline Fernandes seems to have impressed John Abraham. The actor has signed the actress in his next directed by close friend Sabal Shekhawat.
The project might have been shelved with Studio18 but John is quite keen to work on the project. A source reveals, ''John has seen some rushes and promos of Jacqueline's debut film Aladin and really liked her. They both work out in the same gym and also have known each other for quite sometime. During the recce of this movie, John had spoken to the director and friend Sabal about Jacqueline. Now that the Studio 18 has backed out from the project, John is considering producing the movie along with Sabal and have finalized on the model turned actress.''
The source continues, ''The movie is a drama thriller and required a glamorous chick. Jacqueline will also be seen in a sporty avatar for the film and will be having a different look in the film. The movie will be going on floors early next year after John is finished shooting with his other projects. The director yet has to finalize the location, Turkey being one of them.''
Director Sabal confirms, ''We have signed Jacqueline for the movie. It is a story about 5 ex-commandos and what happens to them. Naseeruddin Shah and Ranvir Shorey also play important roles in the film.''
Speaking about the producers of the film, he says, ''John was planning to line produce the film along with my production house but nothing has been finalized. We are in talks with other production houses.''
A source close to the actress confirms, ''Jacqueline has signed the movie and is excited to work with John.''Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Sep 2009 | 4:27 am "Blue is a pure commercial entertainer" - Anthony D'Souza
Our first impression: This guy is confident and bright, knows his stuff about films and ain't an old school mentality. We're sure he has thought more about the sharks in the last two years than probably anybody. But that's Anthony. He thinks larger than life, he thinks big and he thinks fast. He comes across as a debutant who isn't cliché. "Why do you want to interview me?" he questions, then adds, "Nobody wants to know about me. They only want to know about my film and the actors. I'll be known or not known after Blue releases". He laughs and you are then left with no option but to join the fun. For a man who is responsible to get the biggest names together on the silver screen for the best and never before seen action scenes, D'Souza is surprisingly soft-spoken and charming, which we're sure he won't agree on. What's more? Well, his film marks the return of two Oscar winning technicians: A.R. Rahman and Resul Pookutty who've worked on the score and sound of Blue. There's more. The underwater director of photography, Pete, has worked on Hollywood films like The Pirates of the Carribean. With big names, bigger budget and the biggest canvas ever, Blue seems like a dough making juggernaut. UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent meets a mayhem artist in the crowd pleasing business: Anthony D'Souza, to talk about Bollywood's first underwater action adventure, as he gets ready to wring every bit of bang out of each buck spent on making one of the biggest films Indian cinema has ever witnessed - Blue.
How risky a business it is to make a film worth sixty crore and then bank on big stars to recover it?
To be really honest, I don't know the final budget of the film. I've heard several budgets ranging from sixty crores to hundred and twenty crores. My producer is the right person to speak to on that. Secondly, no producer in the world will put in an X amount of money unless he can recover his money back. If he thinks that the film can do a business worth a hundred crores, he will invest it. Considering the way our films have done in the last few years, I'm sure they had something in mind to put the right amount of money. If there is no potential in the film, they need not be pushing it. We are still shooting a music video of the title track. That says it all.
No producer in the world will put in an X amount of money unless he can recover his money back
Why go for an actor who hasn't had a very successful run in Bollywood - Zayed Khan? How important is his fame going to cost you?
Zayed has done a great job in Main Hoon Na. And then there was Dus. I liked him in that too. One, I wanted somebody who came across as a brat, some attitude when he comes on screen, someone who can ride a bike, someone who could do a scuba. Somebody who didn't care a damn about the world. I met Zayed and that's exactly how he is. You tell him, "Zayed, f*** you" and he'll reply back, "F*** you too." That's the attitude I was looking for and I got it. He is a very nice guy, very warm and very friendly.
This is the first ever time A.R. Rahman has composed for an all out action adventure film in Bollywood.
Yes he has. From day one I wanted A.R. Rahman to score for my film. But more importantly, I wanted him for the background score. In an action film, the music and the sound can make or break a film. I can shoot the best of visuals, but without a good sound quality, the visuals will fall flat. For me, Rahman is the only person, or if there are others I'm unaware of them, who understand the importance of a background score. For me, a background score is more important than the soundtrack of the film. Blue is a pure commercial entertainer. Rahman has done all kinds of film earlier so why not an action film too. It doesn't mean that there is no scope of music in an action film. Popular music is what sells and Rahman's music is popular.
Popular music is what sells and Rahman's music is popular.
Why do an additional music video and shoot the title track one more time?
In all honesty, I didn't want to this video. I think 'Fiqrana' is the best song. My producers and choreographer, Ahmed Khan loved the title track, the Blue theme. It's already been used in the film in a different situation. But they felt that it'll work well with lip sync. So I'm sitting back and watching them shoot the song.
How important for you is your overseas release and success?
Every director's first goal in life is that his film should recover the money and do well. If my film doesn't recover the money, I'm a flop director. Every person connected to the business wants the film to do well. The better the film, the more money you earn. For me, it's very important that the film should do well everywhere including overseas. Overseas is considered to be the biggest market for Bollywood films today. It keeps growing day by day. Over the years, so much has changed. They love the song and dance because it doesn't happen at their end. Some day you might have a cross over film where it'll happen both ways.
Everyone aspires to make their kind of cinema. What kind of films have you grown up watching and wanted to make?
If you take my all time favourite film, it'll be Scent Of A Woman. Now there is no way I can aspire to make such a kind of cinema because I don't think I have the maturity yet or sensibilities to make a movie as delicate as that. I've grown up watching summer blockbusters like Sholay, Deewar, Kaagaz Ke Phool, etc. Filmmaking has always been an adventure for me. It should entertain the audience. It has to be larger than life because for me it has to be money worth spent. I do enjoy watching smaller films but I don't think I can make them.
So you can make big films but no small film?
If you make a film like Dev D, your script has to be so precise. You have to focus a lot on emotions and acting. When you make a larger than life film and if something goes wrong somewhere, like you blow up a car in the background, have some other stuff happening in a good location, it takes care of lot of other stuff. I always knew that my forte in life was visuals. So why not use that as your strength rather than use stuff that I'm not good at. If I had to make a Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, I'd do a horrendous job simply because I'm not Indian by heart when it comes to filmmaking. My sensibilities are very western. I've grown up watching more of western flicks and that'll obviously come out in my films. From the clothes, to their styling, the way people behave, their relationships, etc. Thanks to the cable networks, the influx of the American way of life is influencing us day by day so we can accept all that. I'm in a right time to make a film like Blue.
I'm not Indian by heart when it comes to filmmaking
Will Blue break into world cinema?
World cinema films are the ones like Amelie, Life is Beautiful, Slumdog Millionaire, etc. We call them art house cinema. Slumdog was never intended to be a commercial film. These films are accepted around the world because it has a certain soul. An action film is something that you can see quite often. Like, I can see a Broken Arrow, Die Hard, Bad Boys, etc. You don't watch such films for the acting potential nor for the script. You watch them because they look nice and it entertains you. With Blue, we want people to sit back, be entertained and walk out.
Any new breed of filmmakers you look up to and are you ready for the October 16?
My three favourites are Imtiaz Ali, Sriram Raghavan and Anurag Kashyap. I think the trio is absolutely brilliant. Today's times are such that I know the people from the industry who want others films to flop. I still don't get the reason why because when I sit with a few people from the trade, they say, "Uski picture toh pitegi". They don't understand a simple formula. The more the films work, the better for us. We can make more films, more directors will come in the business, more actors will get work. With Blue, I want more people to make larger than life kind of cinema. I just hope people open up and wish well for the entire film industry than just their own films.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 30 Sep 2009 | 4:07 am Tribute to R.D. Burman in 'Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna'R.D. Burman's music continues to inspire today's filmmakers. While 'Kaminey' had two tracks of the late composing legend, now one of his songs will be heard in the forthcoming movie 'Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 30 Sep 2009 | 3:31 am I'm not doing 'Seven Husbands' yet: Priyanka ChopraRumour mills have been working overtime that after playing 12 different roles in 'What's Your Rashee?', Priyanka Chopra has been signed on to essay seven roles in Vishal Bharadwaj's 'Seven Husbands'. But the actress denies any such development.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 30 Sep 2009 | 3:30 am
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