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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 16 Oct 2009 | 5:57 pm Osian's shifts focus to Indian films this time!11th year, Osian's-Cinefan Film Festival focuses on Indian films this time. Celebrities like Priyanka Chopra, Bipasha Basu, Farhan Akhtar and Saif Ali Khan are expected at the event.Source: | 16 Oct 2009 | 7:55 am Pamela doesn't want Baywatch on big screen
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 16 Oct 2009 | 7:27 am Live Chat: Anthony D'Souza on October 17 at 1730 hrs IST
While all the filmmakers dream of painting the city red with their debut film, here is a man who dared to be different and he actually painted the town BLUE! You heard it right...he painted the town Blue! And no prizes for guessing whom are we talking about...it is indeed the man of the hour - Anthony D'Souza.
We can go on and on about this man who is extremely down to earth and level headed, despite having the credit of working with big stars in his debut film itself. We at Bollywood Hungama thought of gifting you all with a never-before Diwali bonus in form of the Celebrity Chat with Anthony, wherein you can ask him all about Blue, with your questions ranging from the sky, earth and yes...underwater too!
Remember the time to chat with Anthony D'Souza is on Saturday, October 17, at 1730 hrs IST. Don't miss it!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 16 Oct 2009 | 5:11 am "Main Aurr Mrs Khanna is a total positive and a happy film" - Prem Soni
He has come a long way from directing television serials to his silver screen debut with Main Aurr Mrs Khanna. The man is none other than, Prem Soni. With MAMK, Soni has vowed to bring back the love stories. The film features the dashing Salman Khan with gorgeous Kareena Kapoor releases today.
Prem was live on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Chat to talk about his experiences with the actors and also about directing his film. So for all those of you who failed to be the part of this conversation, we bring you the excerpts of the 'lively' chat!
Akshay: Which television serial you have directed before?
Prem Soni: Akshay, Hum Hain Anari for Zee, Rishteyâ¦
Akshay: Which television serial you have directed before?
Prem Soni: Akshay, Hum Hain Anari for Zee, Rishtey...
Ali: hi sir...is it dream come true for you to begin your first project with Salman...how was the exp?
Prem Soni: Ali, Its indeed is a dream come true. The exp was overwhelming as both of them never made me feel that its my 1st film
Imran: why did u choose Sajid-Wajid for music instead that u would have taken Pritam?
Prem Soni: Imran, Sajid wajid's enthusiasm made me feel that they will come up with great music
Imran: why did u choose Sajid- Wajid for music instead that u would have taken Pritam?
Prem Soni: Imran, Sajid wajid's enthusiasm made me feel that they will come up with great music
Salman: hey Prem..how salman is as a person?
Prem Soni: Salman, He is one of the nicest human beings I have ever met.
Tom: too excited to watch MAMK !
Prem Soni : Tom, Thanks a lot. Pls do watch. It will make u smile and also happy.
Salman: hey did Salman ever throw tantrums?
Prem Soni: He was always very supportive towards the film.
Sam: hi...have u done the voting?
Prem Soni: Sam, Unfortunately I don't have a voter's card. I will be doing it next time onwards.
Akshay: Hi Prem, who is your fav Khan...SRK or Aamir? I am not asking Salman as it is obvious that he will be ur current fav:-)
Prem Soni: akshay, Aamir
Salman: did kareena and salman get along?
Prem Soni: salman, yes indeed
Zaz: why didn't u promote your movie on Salman's show Dus Ka Dum?
Prem Soni: Zaz, we did intend to...as it was late in the day ....Kareena and Sohail were already on the show.
Sallulover: what is ur expectation with this film as it's releasing with the major films?
Prem Soni: sallulover, I believe that good films do well. And MAMK is a good film. That's why my expectations is that it will do really well.
Akshay: hi Prem, what is ur next project?
Prem Soni: akshay, its a film called PARIS.
Akshay: hi Prem, what is ur next project?
Prem Soni: akshay, its a film called PARIS.
AHMED: Hello mr.prem, My question is has salman preformed to his potential to the scope of his role, has he underplayed the character like he does on most of the films or has he raised above the script, how do you judge Salman's performance in this film?
Prem Soni: Ahmed, He has surely raised above the script. When u watch the film I am sure that u will come out refreshed with the kind of performance that he has
given to the role.
Sam: was it really tough to crack in this industry??
Prem Soni: Sam, it has had its own share of struggles...but if u r dedicated enough ...u will surely make it
Niraj: prem ji, why was the release date fixed with 'All The Best' & 'Blue'? Why didn't you choose the post Diwali week where there would have been no competition for you as 2 small films are releasing. Though a general opinion is that Main Aur Mrs. Khanna will find it tough due to two other big releases.
Prem Soni: Niraj, the Producers decided on the release date. Good films do good business...and since there are three films releasing this Diwali, I genuinely hope
and pray that all the films do well at the B-O.
AHMED: there are stories floating around that Atul was so impressed that he has signed you for his next production with salman in the film, is it true ?
Prem Soni: Ahmed, Yes indeed. He is the producer for Paris .
AHMED: there are stories floating around that Atul was so impressed that he has signed you for his next
production with salman in the film, is it true ?
Prem Soni: Ahmed, Yes indeed. He is the producer for Paris .
Rida: what's so special about MAMK that the audience should watch it?
Prem Soni: rida, its got a story that can move a million hearts. It has surely the something for you....me.....and for all of us :-)
Niraj: prem ji, is you have made a love story, what is your opinion about Aditya Chopra as a writer and film maker. Have you seen Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi and what's your opinion about the film?
Prem Soni: Niraj, Adi is a veteran ...He is sum1 who has proved his mettle time and again. I would be too small to comment over his film as this is my film. I still have to learn a lot.
Gia13: How come Preity Zinta in MAMK? Her role could have been a little longer???
Prem Soni: Gia, thnks for the compliment. As far as Preity's role is concerned, it was always supposed to be a short role as that's what the script demanded. And I am highly thankful for Preity to be doing it
Gia13: How come Preity Zinta in MAMK? Her role could have been a little longer???
Prem Soni: Gia, thnks for the compliment. As far as Preity's role is concerned, it was always supposed to be a short role as that's what the script demanded. And I am highly thankful for Preity to be doing it
Raj: who is your fav actor that you would like to direct one day?
Prem Soni: raj, as a writer I would first write a script and then decide on the actor.
Maya: do u have any intention of working with Salman and Kareena again in future projects?
Prem Soni: maya, yes for sure. Anything that I feel deserves them , I would surely love to cast them again. It's a wonderful journey.
Abdee: I want to assist you, how is that possible?
Prem Soni: abdee, right now i want to take a break. Next year.....
Sallulover: describe Salman Khan in one word :)
Prem Soni: sallulover, HEART OF GOLD
Rida: do u think there's space in the industry for young teens?
Prem Soni: rida, I totally believe that there's lot of space for young ppl in the industry ...with fresh ideas.
N_Vashi: have you written this film also? How did you get the break?
Prem Soni: N-vashi, I have written the entire film. I met Salman Khan, narrated the script. He agreed and that's how I got the break
AHMED: Prem, do you feel you are good at handling emotional stories or you want to try out your hand in comedy, action, period or reality hard hitting films too, what are your ambitions as a director?
Prem Soni: Ahmed, I feel that I am good at love stories with real emotions. For the time being, I wud love to be associated with this genre.
JunMao: Is it true that this movie was first brought to Salman in 2007?
Prem Soni: Jun, yes its true.
Honey: who is playing lead actress opposite salman?
Prem Soni: honey, I am still in covo..not yet decided
JunMao: Favorite song in the movie?
Prem Soni: jun, DONT SAY ALVIDA
JunMao: Favorite song in the movie?
Prem Soni: jun, DONT SAY ALVIDA
Akshay: Hi prem, PARIS as a title sounds really interesting and romantic...All the very best for that too :-)
Prem Soni: Akshay, tks a lot. I really appreciate ur good wishes. Pls do watch MAMK
cool_boyyy: does it have sad ending like Tere Naam and Kyonki or a happy one
Prem Soni: cool, MAMK is a total positive and a happy film. It will make u leave the theatres smiling.
Rida: who do u think will make it to the top? Kareena or Katrina?
Prem Soni: Rida, both are on top. They don't have any kind of competition with each other
Sanjeev: how do you think Main Aurr Mrs Khanna will do at box office? Songs are really great.
Prem Soni: sanjeev, its a film that is a happy film. And I am sure that ppl like to see happy film. And i am sure that it will do well at the B-O.
Akshay: Hi Prem, if a budding writer wants to work with you...what should he prove and do?
Prem Soni: Akshay, u can mail me the concept on info@psopictures.com
NV: Veer-Zaara is the greatest love story of hind cinema. Do you agree? If not what's your pick
Prem Soni: NV, All Yash Chopra directed films are classics. I agree totally that V-Z is one of the classiest films.
Honey: what is the reaction of Salman Khan when he saw the rushes?
Prem Soni: honey, he simply loved the film. He smiled and said "Prem, u made a good film".
Tom: what's the airport connection... why do u have planes on the posters?
Prem Soni: tom, a huge amt of the film is situated at the Melbourne Intl airport. Its very much a part of the script.
Prem: prem name is lucky for salman as his first film Maine Pyaar Kiya character name was Prem.so i think even this time Prem connection with Salman will work as i'm an astrologer
Prem Soni: prem, tks a lot. Its a very sweet co-incidence.
Srinath: is the making of movie slowly changing with time in India?
Prem Soni: srinath, yes. it is .Its getting fresher and new.
Honey: u give importance to critics appreciation or box office collections?
Prem Soni: honey, B-O gives u the money while the critics give u the respect. Both are as imp as it cud be :-)
Net Bug: why the name Main Aurr Mrs Khanna?
Prem Soni: netbug, because, when u watch the film and get out of the theatre, u will realize how apt the title is. It justifies the title
Prem Soni: Thank u guys...It was really WONDERFUL chatting with all of u. Here's wishing all of u a very Happy Diwali and pray that everyone's wishes come
true!!! This Diwali, if u want to feel good about the people around u, watch Main Aurr Mrs
Khanna...Its just MADE FOR YOUSource: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 16 Oct 2009 | 5:04 am There are no problems with Sanjay: Akshay Kumar
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 16 Oct 2009 | 4:35 am Where's Bebo in 3 Idiots posters?It’s not every day that a star readily agrees to be kept out of a film’s promotion. But Kareena Kapoor is not cut up about not featuring in the first posters of Rajkumar Hirani’s 3 Idiots.Source: | 16 Oct 2009 | 4:32 am Not a very happy 61st birthday for Hema MaliniWith construction work going on in her house, Hema Malini has fallen ill because of the heat and dust.Source: Entertainment News | 16 Oct 2009 | 4:22 am Review : Main Aur Mrs Khanna - NDTV.com
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Source: Entertainment - Google News | 16 Oct 2009 | 2:51 am There are no problems with Sanjay Dutt: Akshay KumarAkshay Kumar is tired of replying to queries about his so-called rivalry with "Blue" co-star Sanjay Dutt.Source: Entertainment News | 16 Oct 2009 | 2:49 am "Sanjay Dutt was like the producer in All The Best" - Rohit Shetty
While Sanjay Dutt's unhappiness with his other recent films is well-known, he has come out of All The Best grinning ear to ear, and not just because it's comedy.
Director Rohit Shetty gets emotional talking about Dutt. "You can't help being protective and affectionate about Sanjay. Once he accepts a film he adopts the whole unit. Sanjay was more like the producer of All The Best than Ajay Devgn. In the evenings, Ajay, Fardeen and the rest of the gang would be chilling out in Goa while Sanjay would sit with me poring over the next day's schedule. He was bothered about every thing, from the food for the unit to my travel plans. Whenever I had to leave the Goa location for Mumbai, he would be anxious about my return flight."
Rohit can't understand how many recent films have misused or underused Sanjay Dutt. "He signs films for emotional reasons. And it's the director's moral duty to make sure his presence is justified. In All The Best Sanjay is the main protagonist."
Shooting down rumours that All The Best had to pay Rs. 50 lakhs to jump the queue of releases, Rohit says, "When Aladin was postponed we got an opening and we decided to release in Diwali. We didn't have to pay any money to prepone .We never planned All The Best as a Diwali product. The colourful light frothy ambience just happened. It's my cleanest comedy since the first Golmaal film. Golmaal Returns had some double meanings. But All The Best is totally free of risqué elements."
He hopes all three Diwali releases would do well. "I certainly want Blue to do very well. Asthvinayak are also the producers of my Golmaal series. So their success is by proxy beneficial to my film."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 16 Oct 2009 | 2:47 am Celebrate Eco-Sensitive Diwali: Environmentalists to Delhiites - Outlook
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Source: Entertainment - Google News | 15 Oct 2009 | 10:46 pm Katrina walked the ramp for SalmanIf this isn't true love, what is? For the ongoing HDIL India Couture Week, Katrina Kaif, who flew in from Bhopal for a day just to be part of the event, walked the ramp in a dress that Salman Khan had hand-painted for her.Source: Entertainment News | 15 Oct 2009 | 5:14 pm Pazhassi Raja: Costliest Malayalam film
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 15 Oct 2009 | 3:17 pm Review: All the BestIf your doctor has advised you laughter therapy, then go watch All the Best. Ingredients of the medicine? Hilarious moments, rib-tickling dialogues, crisp editing, mind boggling situations, minus double meaning dialogues this time, says Parmita Uniyal. Source: | 15 Oct 2009 | 1:01 pm 11th Osian film fest boasts of changesIn its 11th year, Osian's-Cinefan Film Festival of Asian and Arab Cinema, sees many changes -- it has become shorter, for the first time focus is on Indian films, instead of June it is being held in October and lastly there are no tickets, though movie aficionados will have to pay and register.Source: Entertainment News | 15 Oct 2009 | 12:30 pm Happy Birthday, HemaAs the dream girl of Bollywood turns 61 today, she leaves behind a trail of memorable roles. Hema Malini is also turning producer to relaunch her daughter Esha Deol.Source: | 15 Oct 2009 | 11:52 am Ranbir's mom accepts Deepika
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 15 Oct 2009 | 10:19 am Preview: BlueBlue is set in the breath taking sun soaked white sand beaches of Bahamas. Sagar is an excellent deep sea diver who dreams of getting his own new boat someday while his friend Aarav is...Source: | 15 Oct 2009 | 9:53 am Lesson in chemistryDeepika Padukone is all praise for Ranbir and Konkona’s chemistry in Wake Up SidSource: | 15 Oct 2009 | 9:12 am Roshan Abbas' film for Red Chillies tentatively titled Always Kabhi Kabhi
A few months ago, we had told you about well known theatre personality and radio guru Roshan Abbas making his directorial debut with a film for SRK's production house Red Chillies Entertainment. While Roshan is all set to take his film (tentatively titled Always Kabhi Kabhi) on floors he is quick to dismiss the rumours that the film will also star Shah Rukh Khan.
Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, Roshan said, "No...SRK is just producing the film. My film stars four fresh new faces, one among them is Zoa (daughter of Karim Morani) who is making her debut with this film. We are still finalizing some of the cast members and as of now have some known names too like Archana Puran Singh, Satish Shah etc. playing vital roles."
Roshan is also quick to dismiss rumours that his film is based on the popular social networking site Facebook. "See...as I have said earlier, the film is an adaptation of a play I had written and directed way back in 1999 called 'Graffiti' about life at high school. That play was set in '99 and this film is set in 2009 so it's but obvious that I would be having some elements which the youth of today connect with one of them being social networking sites such as Facebook. However, beyond that there is no real connection. The film is set in a high school and will try to capture the various emotions such as love, jealousy, pride that one goes through during school days. I believe some of the best days of our life are the ones that we spend in high school and it is this period of one's life that the film will portray."
Shooting of the film Always Kabhi Kabhi is scheduled to commence in mid-November at various locations across India. Pritam has been roped in to compose music for the film.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 15 Oct 2009 | 8:13 am Live Chat: Asin on October 16 at 1600 hrs IST
The southern belle who took everybody by surprise when she played the bindaas babe in the blockbuster Ghajini opposite the Perfectionist Khan, Aamir, is all set to raise the temperature further with her upcoming film with yet another Khan, only this time it's Salman. Asin, who played the girl next door in her last film and left everyone gasping for more, is now making a 180 degree turn by playing a rock star in her next film London Dreams. Wow! That is definitely something to look forward too. Asin is sure to create some ripples with this one.
Join Asin on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Chat as she talks about her upcoming film and her Bollywood dream on Friday, October 16, at 1600 hrs IST.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 15 Oct 2009 | 7:39 am Men go ga-ga over Manish Malhotra's bridal collectionFashion designer Manish Malhotra's bridal collection at the ongoing HDIL India Couture Week has not only impressed women, but it has also bowled over male celebrities like Karan Johar and Tarun Mansukhani who are going ga-go over his creations on Twitter.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 15 Oct 2009 | 7:30 am Salman pays tribute to Dharmendra in London Dreams
Salman Khan is known to have a great amount of respect for veteran actor Dharmendra. Recently Sallu even invited Dharam paaji and Sunny Deol on his popular game show '10 Ka Dum'. Now as a special tribute to Dharmendra, Salman has incorporated some of the veteran actor's dance moves in the song 'Man Ko Ati Bhave' from his forthcoming film London Dreams.
In the song, promos of which are already on air, Salman is seen wooing Asin on the streets of Paris in front of historic locations such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Khan, in his adorably mad style, and has even adopted some of Dharam paaji's trademark moves while dancing for this song.
Confirming that Salman's moves were consciously modeled on the lines of Dharmendra's famous dance steps, choreographer Rajeev Surti said, "When we were discussing the choreography, Salman bhai suggested that we incorporate Dharamji's famous moves. He is a big Dharmendra fan and felt that the steps would go really well with the fun feel of the song. He managed to ape Dharamji's moves perfectly and has even added his own unique flavour to them."
Incidentally, when the number was being shot, French President Nicolas Sarkozy had just won the six month presidency of the EU, and to celebrate this momentous occasion, the entire Eiffel Tower was lit up in blue and gold which was an extremely rare sight. "We were lucky to grab that rare sight," added director Vipul Shah
With so much happening while filming this song, viewers certainly have more than one reason to check out the full song when London
Dreams releases on October 30.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 15 Oct 2009 | 7:16 am 11th Osian film fest boasts of changesIn its 11th year, Osian's-Cinefan Film Festival of Asian and Arab Cinema, sees many changes -- it has become shorter, for the first time focus is on Indian films, instead of June it is being held in October and lastly there are no tickets, though movie aficionados will have to pay and register.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 15 Oct 2009 | 7:00 am 'Blue' full of pulsating action, innovative stuntsFilm: 'Blue'; Cast: Sanjay Dutt, Akshay Kumar, Zayed Khan, Lara Dutta, Katrina Kaif Kylie Minogue; Director : Anthony D'Souza; Rating: ****Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 15 Oct 2009 | 7:00 am Wives of journalists take Tamil actors to courtThe war between Tamil actors and journalists in Tamil Nadu took a new turn Thursday as six reporters as well as the wives of two scribes filed a complaint in a court against the alleged derogatory and defamatory speeches by the artistes.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 15 Oct 2009 | 6:32 am Bhansali's new muse is a supermodel!Supermodel Monikangana Dutta will play Hrithik Roshan's former love interest in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Guzaarish.Source: | 15 Oct 2009 | 6:31 am SRK is a black belt now!After getting Datuk from Malaysian goverment, SRK receives yet another honour. A close friend of the superstar reveals that King Khan will be conferred with a Black Belt Honorary in Taekwondo.Source: | 15 Oct 2009 | 6:24 am Anurag not afraid of Raj Thackeray!Anurag Kashyap is in no mood to change his film's title from Bombay Velvet to Mumbai Velvet, despite Raj Thackeray's diktat. Unlike Karan Johar, the brave heart director is refusing to succumb to any pressure regarding the title and says that he will...Source: | 15 Oct 2009 | 6:16 am Priyanka gets a funky makeoverShe got rid of her long tresses for shorter, shoulder-length hair and now has added blue streaks for a truly funky look.Source: Entertainment News | 15 Oct 2009 | 5:55 am SRK to be honoured by South Korean govtThe South Korean embassy will today confer two special honours on Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan here.Source: Entertainment News | 15 Oct 2009 | 5:16 am My latest comedy's climax took 19 days: Rohit ShettyYou can laugh your way through his comedies, but director Rohit Shetty says it took a 19-day, mindboggling session for him and his team to crack the climax of his new film "All The Best - Fun Begins" that releases on Friday.Source: Entertainment News | 15 Oct 2009 | 4:13 am "I just love doing stunts; I tried to stop it for my son but I guess I can't" - Akshay Kumar
Akshay Kumar speaks to Subhash K Jha about coming close to death experience during the filming of Blue and his love for doing stunt scenes.
Aren't you working too much these days?
I don't think so. Recently, when we shot in London for House Full, it was like family holiday. It was like a picnic. House Full is an emotional comedy. When Sajid Khan told me we were done with 90 percent of the film in Europe, I couldn't believe it. Our families were there. Once I was back in Mumbai, my schedules got stressful. That's why I like shooting abroad. I came back to Mumbai last month to shoot two songs for Blue.
Do you enjoy shooting songs as much as all the other aspects of a film?
I enjoy being in front of the camera, period. It doesn't matter whether it's to put sindoor in the leading lady's hair or to wipe it off.
The rapport between you and the Blue director Anthony D'Souza is supposedly amazing. Anthony took really good care of his cast. Though Blue is his first film, you can't really make it out. He's a very hard-working man. Of course I want Blue to work for my sake. But more than me it's Anthony who deserves to succeed. I hope he succeeds. Regarding our rapport, it's all about the vibes you give to the director as an actor.
You've established a long-standing rapport with many directors? Why just directors? It's important to have a rapport with producers. You've to be a thoroughly professional, finish your work on time. I feel it's more important to be a good human being than a good actor.
I feel it's more important to be a good human being than a good actor
When you are shooting abroad you also escape all the gossip and controversy?
No, that you are clued in to wherever you are. You can't get away from that. Trust me if I'm shooting abroad and no one calls me I'd get very anxious and insecure. After every shot every actor checks his missed calls. If after three shots there're still no missed calls it's time for pack-up.
Do you enjoy the freedom of moving around freely abroad? You mean because of the fans? But there are Indians in every part of the world. And they do call out to you, wave and say hello. But beyond that they leave you alone. My son loves skating. We went in skating in Hyde Park.
Do you want to direct a film? Not really. I'm very happy being in front of the camera. I'm happy being an actor and a producer.
Are you producing a film with Shah Rukh Khan? No not at all.
Are you working in a film with Trisha? Yes I am. Priyan is planning something. I love working with all kinds of co-stars, new or established doesn't matter. I've worked with three new girls in Priyan's Garam Masala. And that was a hit. Hopefully, Trisha will be a hit too.
Two sharks actually smelled my blood and started coming my way. One shark chased me all the way to the top of the ocean
Blue is the first Hindi film to go underwater? I think the movie should've been called Red. The sea is now filled more with the blood of killed fish than the blue of the ocean. And now there's my own blood in the ocean.
What do you mean? I got badly injured doing an underwater sequence. I hit my head 150 feet under water and blood just started oozing out. I was in a daze. I'd have been dead. I could've been eaten by one of the sharks. It happened while I had to kick a goon underwater. For the action shots the oxygen tanks were removed. You can't control your body movements underwater. I hit my head in a sunken ship. Blood started oozing out. The unit was in a panic because sharks get instantly attracted to the smell of blood. There were 40-45 sharks around me. One of the unit guys quickly stopped the blood from oozing out of my forehead. Two sharks actually smelled the blood and started coming my way. One shark chased me all the way to the top of the ocean as I swam back to safety.
Were you frightened?
Not at that time. But looking back I realized anything could've happened. I realized sharks are not a threat to you until they feel threatened by you. Now do you know why I think Blue should be called Red?
Was Blue the most difficult film you've ever done?
By far it was the most difficult film. Every morning going underwater. It's the toughest film I've ever done. I don't know what bigger challenge I can throw at myself...except shoot a film in space. I'd also love to jump down from the Empire State Building.
Didn't you once say you won't do these dangerous stunts now that you're a father?
If you saw Khatron Ke Khiladi (Fear Factor) I warned audiences not to try the stunts. I don't want any harm to come to anyone while trying my stunts. I do them with a lot of precaution. But at the end of the day I know with my caution and experience I could go badly wrong with my stunts.
Is it worth it?
I've seen stunt men lose their lives in front of my eyes because of one wrong move. The wind can suddenly change its direction during an aerial stunt and you're gone. I know it's dangerous. But I just love doing stunts. It's a thrill I can't stop myself from. I tried to stop it for my son. But I can't. I suppose it's my one addiction in life.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 15 Oct 2009 | 3:52 am Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra take Jermaine Jackson for Taj Mahal visit
The bonding between Shilpa and Jermaine which was established during her turbulent stint at Big Brother, just got much stronger and more creative during Jermaine's current visit to India when Shilpa along with Adnan Sami played hosts to Jermaine and his wife Halima.
In fact on Monday, Shilpa and her NRI boyfriend Raj Kundra flew the Jacksons in his private jet to Agra and then to Jaipur for a flash visit to these legendary tourist spots.
It was Adnan who had promised to take Jermaine to the Taj Mahal but the accident aborted their plans. Jermaine and his wife were more than happy to go with Shilpa and her man specially since the visit was planned and executed by Kundra to the minutest detail.
It was in Jaipur that apparently the idea of musical collaboration between Jermaine and Shilpa concretized.
Incidentally, both the Shetty sisters Shilpa and Shamita sing. We've now seen Shamita doing her singing in Bigg Boss.
Says Shilpa, "It's too early to talk about what Jermaine and I are doing together. But yes, we will work together for sure. Shamita's singing, the world has now seen. Isn't she adorable?"
About taking the Jackson couple to Agra and Jaipur on Kundra's jet, Shilpa says, "I really don't want to talk about what we did or are doing for Jermaine and Halima. We are their hosts in India. They are a fabulous couple. Both Raj and I love them both. We had a great time in Agra and Jaipur. It was Jermaine's dream to visit these spots. Strangely a day before we took him to Jaipur, he saw Rambagh Palace on television in his room at the Taj hotel in Mumbai and was completely enamoured. He had no clue we'd take him to Rambagh the next day."
Not willing to reveal much about the Jermaine-Shilpa collaboration plans, Shilpa quips, "Nowadays you never know when and who is waiting around the corner to put a spanner in your works. I just heard that one Mr. Hirani is suing me. The only Hirani I know is the one who has made the wonderful Munnabhai films. I can't wait to meet him."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 15 Oct 2009 | 3:14 am Stars want hit movies, family time for DiwaliThree multi-starrers are releasing just a day before Diwali and most Bollywood stars are hoping that their films will hit the jackpot during the festive season.Source: Entertainment News | 15 Oct 2009 | 2:40 am
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