Sharmila Tagore, Soha share screen space in 'Life Goes On'

Veteran actress Sharmila Tagore has starred with her daughter Soha Ali Khan for the first time in "Life Goes On", a film on British Indians that was screened at the ongoing 11th Mumbai Film Festival.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Nov 2009 | 8:32 am

Kareena Kapoor to endorse Sony Vaio's 'Size Zero' laptops

Download image as wallpaper After having endorsed a wide variety of products right from shampoos (Garnier) to fashion wear (Globus), gorgeous actress Kareena Kapoor has bagged yet another big endorsement deal. Kareena would be seen launching and promoting Sony Vaio's new 'Size Zero' laptops. The actress is currently in the capital to attend a press conference announcing the launch of the ultra-thin 'Size Zero' laptops by Sony Vaio. The actress, who was responsible for making 'Size Zero' a household term a couple of years ago, thus becomes the first Indian brand ambassador of Sony Vaio. Says a source associated with the brand, "When Sony Vaio thought of launching the 'Size Zero' range of laptops -the only person who embodied what the brand stood for was Kareena Kapoor. She is the industry's No.1 actress and the new range of Sony Vaio's 'Size Zero' laptops is compact, classy, chic and sophisticated just like Kareena." Kareena, who has 2 big films (Kurbaan with Saif Ali Khan and 3 Idiots with Aamir Khan) lined up for release in the coming months, is surely having a rollicking year what with the best of films and the best of endorsement deals. Way to go girl
Source: Indiafm.com News | 3 Nov 2009 | 6:59 am

I am very selfish and ambitious: Ranbir Kapoor

Three-films-old Ranbir Kapoor likes to describe himself as "selfish and ambitious" but the actor says that despite his 75 year-old Kapoor legacy in Bollywood, he feels like "a kid in Disney Land".
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 6:44 am

Eva Longoria struggling to get movie roles

TV star Eva Longoria may be a hot property on the small screen but the actress rues that she is still unable to land majors role in films. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Nov 2009 | 6:44 am

Anu Malik worried, Bollywood copying Pak music

With a career spanning almost three decades and many awards to his credit, as Anu Malik turned on Monday, the music composer expressed concern over the present state of Bollywood music rueing blatant copying of foreign tunes by today's musicians.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 6:29 am

Salman woos voters for Babbar

Bollywood hunk Salman Khan today hit the campaign trail for the prestigious Firozabad Lok Sabha by-election in Uttar Pradesh aggressively wooing voters for Congress candidate Raj Babbar.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 6:25 am

Naseer advises upcoming actors to keep working

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah advises upcoming actors in Bollywood to not get frustrated even if the chips are down professionally and carry on with their work.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 6:20 am

Idea Cellular's digital campaign: Making of Zac Junior

Idea Cellular's 'Walk When You Talk' Campaign was a successful campaign in terms of its reach and recall. Taking this success to the next level the advertisers thought of an online campaign - 'Zac Junior', to target the youth and other net savvy target group. Zac Junior is an animated character created by Cell 18 which has a popular application on Facebook and Idea Cellular website, where users can make Zac walk when he talks. Zac embodies the youth of India; a cool dude, who loves junk food and hanging around and lazing. With this campaign, advertisers engage viewers, trying to get them to make Zac walk, while talking. Cell 18 created the 3D animated character walking in different scenarios - the park, the countryside, at night and in the gym, on a treadmill. They also had Zac 'Walking like an Egyptian' and 'Moonwalking'. The character was created by Cell 18 based on the brief given by Tribal DDB. Zac Junior also has a few virals circulating the net, some of these are 'Himesh mix' amd 'Sakshi ka swayamwar' - fun to watch virals with a reminder message of Walk when you talk. Bollywood Hungama brings you an exclusive making of Zac Junior, Courtesy, Cell 18. Click on the below given thumbnails for the making.
Source: Indiafm.com News | 3 Nov 2009 | 6:17 am

SRK's fan club offers special prayers!

Members of a fan club of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan in Kolkata celebrated his 44th birthday with much fervour and offered special prayers on Monday.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 6:05 am

I feel 25, says SRK on 44th birthday

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan turned 44 on Monday, but said he still feels just 25 - barring the physical problems he has had in the past year.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 5:58 am

Bajrang Dal ransacks theatres to protest London Dreams

Dozens of Bajrang Dal activists staged a violent protest here on Monday insisting that the screening of the Hindi film London Dreams be stopped immediately.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 5:51 am

"Not many actors and stars are capable of being versatile" - Ajay Devgn

He may not be fighting the battle of being one of the contenders for the Top-5 actors that we have in the industry today. Still, Ajay Devgn has made a definite place for himself with two decades of hard work and a line up of films that could make majority of actors nervous. Starting off his career as an action hero with multiple hits like Phool Aur Kaante, Jigar, Divyashakti and Vijaypath, Ajay is today known as one of the few versatile actors that we have in the industry today. "Yes, in a way I am lucky that I can do action, comedy, drama or an emotional film. This is what keeps me going. Working in a similar genre for years can't really work for you all the time. You have to bring in a change in your approach towards making films and this is what I strive for. I know for sure that not many actors and stars are capable of being versatile today. This way, I am blessed", says Ajay whose London Dreams has seen a steady progress at the box office ever since it's opening. With films like All The Best, London Dreams, Rajneeti, Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, Priyadarshan's next, Atithi Tum Kab Jaaoge, Toonpur Ka Superhero and a sequel to Golmaal or All The Best in his kitty, his statement does make sense. After all, the man is enjoying his status as an actor who can work in movies belonging to diverse genres. Coming back to London Dreams, with critic reviews going in the favour of the film and audiences too giving a thumbs-up to this Vipul Shah venture, it is now Ajay's second film in quick succession that has brought smiles back for the industry. From a slapstick comedy All The Best, was it the confidence of getting into a different kind of 'home territory' with an intense role in the offering that made him go for London Dreams? "I really don't know what exactly is like being in a 'home territory'", smiles Ajay, "I knew for sure that London Dreams is a kind of an intense film and since I have done quite a few successful films with a similar requirement in the past, perhaps audiences were expecting me to do well again. But yes, London Dreams did bring in a different dimension of intensity." Can he elaborate on this? "See, every film has a different dimension regardless of the genre that it belongs to. Every script has its own dimension and every actor or a director looks at it in a different way. Vipul and I envisaged the character of Arjun and his placement in London Dreams in a particular way and this is what is reflected on screen", he explains. What was the kind of vision that he and his friend/director Rohit Shetty had when it came to making All The Best? It was pretty much a scary Friday leading to stable weekdays for the comic entertainer. Had he actually bargained for that over the Diwali weekend? "Pretty much so", promptly replies Ajay, "We were very much prepared that All The Best would take a slow start on the day of it's release. Even the distributors assured us that they weren't worried since family films take time to find their share of audiences. Moreover, this being a Diwali weekend, masses were expected to drop in once the festivities were through. That's what exactly happened in case of All The Best and results are there for all to see." Another factor working in the favour of the film was unanimously good reviews that the film fetched. "Yes, that really helped though we were quite sure about this", says Ajay, "We knew that we had a decent film that catered to all kind of audiences. Comedies do tend to bring in some double meaning dialogues but there wasn't anything like that in case of All The Best. We were confident that our effort would be appreciated." No wonder, his association with Rohit Shetty is being labelled as a reliable actor-director 'jodi'. Do we see a modern day replacement of Priyadarshan in Rohit here? "Hey, don't compare him with anybody", Ajay is quick to comment, "Yes, Rohit has a knack of comedy and that reflects in his work. Success of films like All The Best, Golmaal Returns and Golmaal is a testimony to that. Moreover, he also has a contemporary bent of mind which further gives him an edge. However, it would be unfair to compare him with anyone. Let his work talks for itself." Meanwhile, what happens to his own directorial outing? It has been quite some time since U Me Aur Hum came and industry is waiting for him to announce his next. "I am still working on my next film", says Ajay, "People do ask me a question that since I started with an action film (Phool Aur Kaante), would I be directing an action film next? Well, I am yet to lock on it and would be making an announcement at a later stage."
Source: Indiafm.com Features | 3 Nov 2009 | 5:41 am

Freida Pinto supports Nanhi Kali

Freida Pinto of the Slumdog Millionaire fame has etched a name in the global forum. Her underprivileged girl act from the film has taken a new dimension in the real life as she would be now involved with a foundation that aims to provide free education to 1,00,000 girls across India by 2010. The foundation, named 'Nanhi Kali', is an initiative of Anand Mahindra the famous business tycoon, who aims to rope in the support of 101 most successful women in the world. Freida seemed like an obvious choice, since with her mark and fan following in the west, she could easily manage to pull in many celebrities who would donate for the cause. Sheetal Mehta, President, Mahindra Foundation Trust said that their reason to choose Freida was due to her global appeal and her inspiring success story. She is independent, successful and an achiever in her own right''. She is fast becoming a part of Hollywood with her two upcoming films with some of the most respected directors - You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger by Woody Allen and Miral by Oscar Nominated director Julian Schnabel. With that kind of success in a short span of time, it is only befitting that Freida stands alongside big names like Cherie Blair, Nita Ambani, Priyanka Chopra, Sania Mirza and many others in supporting this cause.
Source: Indiafm.com News | 3 Nov 2009 | 5:40 am

SRK gears up for making a comeback!

The superstar who couldn't do much work this year due to his shoulder injury says that he's feeling more energetic and happy now and is ready for a comeback with many projects in the next two years.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 5:38 am

Finally, a film on Kashmir minus terrorism

A Kashmiri by origin, Tariq Tapa was tired of films being made on Kashmir that revolved around terrorism. Having studied filmmaking in the US, he finally made his directorial debut at the ongoing Mumbai Film Festival (MFF) with Zero Bridge on life and people in state.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 5:34 am

Court hearing in Polanski case scheduled for Dec 10

According to reports, a Los Angeles court set a December 10 date for a hearing in the case against Franco-Polish filmmaker Roman Polanski. <br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Nov 2009 | 5:19 am

Shahid receives keys of his brand new Range Rover from Ratan Tata

Shahid Kapoor, who is currently on a high post the success of Kaminey, has got himself a brand new Range Rover SUV. The actor received the keys of his new black SUV from none other than Mr. Ratan Tata (Chairman and MD of the Tata Group) yesterday evening at the Tata Motors showroom in Worli, Mumbai. Now that he has acquired himself a new car, it remains to seen which of his leading ladies will first get a chance to go on a long drive with Shahid.
Source: Indiafm.com Features | 3 Nov 2009 | 5:17 am

Cinema getting real, finally!

Realistic movies may not be commercially viable, but they do end up driving an ironical point home – social issues do exist, they do not vanish. Reality bites when one sees audience take to such films too just like any other Bollywood blockbuster! Priya Rajendran tells more.
Source: | 3 Nov 2009 | 4:42 am

Karunanidhi lauds Mammootty for Pazhassi Raja - Oneindia

BollyPatrika.com (blog)

Karunanidhi lauds Mammootty for Pazhassi Raja Oneindia Malayalam movie Pazhassi Raja has been receiving many accolades on one side and also running into some controversies on the other side. However it came as a great honour when Tamil Nadu chief Minister M Karunanidhi congratulated Mammootty for his ... Pazhassi RajaPlanetRadiocity Tamil version of Pazhassi Raja in theatres soonBollyPatrika.com (blog) Pazhassi Raja to fight it out at courtOneindia Oneindia all 8 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am

I'm a trendsetter - I don't follow trends: Rajkumar Santoshi

The latest in line of romantic comedies to hit the screen is director Rajkumar Santoshi's "Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani", though the filmmaker who returns to the genre after 15 years says he is not following any trends, but has in fact been a trendsetter himself.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Nov 2009 | 3:04 am

Katrina believes in the power of prayer

Actress Katrina Kaif definitely has understood the winning formula to make her career soar high and her personal relationships even better. <br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:50 am

Senior Mandrake to follow Junior Mandrake

Malayalam movie Junior Mandrake by Ali Akbar has left the audiences roaring away in laughter. Now the filmmaker is planning for a sequel for the same under the title of Senior Mandrake. The sequel will feature all the artistes who had
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:45 am

Finally, a film on Kashmir minus terrorism

A Kashmiri by origin, Tariq Tapa was tired of films being made on Kashmir that revolved around terrorism.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:44 am

Why Elizabeth Hurley hates the paparazzi

Washington, (ANI): Elizabeth Hurley has said that she hates the paparazzi because her seven-year-old son Damian was snapped nude on a beach. The ‘Bedazelled’ star insisted that the photographers had violated her privacy during the family trip. "I would be bursting
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:43 am

Saif and I talk about marriage: Kareena Kapoor - Oneindia

The Hindu

Saif and I talk about marriage: Kareena Kapoor Oneindia By Raymond Ronamai While rumourmongers speculate about their wedding, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor are busy with their respective works. Of course, they too talk about marriage. Kareena recently revealed that she and Saif do talk about marriage. ... I am proud to be India's size zero: Kareena KapoorPress Trust of India Saif: Within two minutes, you will forget Saif-KareenaGlamSham Kareena has no time to shootBehindWoods World News -Sify -Apun Ka Choice all 43 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:41 am

Lady Gaga voted Weirdest Star in Showbiz

London (ANI): Popstar Lady Gaga has been voted the Weirdest Celebrity for her provocative paparazzi video. In the promo, the eccentric star is seen sitting in a wheelchair, declaring she has killed her boyfriend. In fact, the pop star even
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:39 am

Nandanam to be remade in Tamil

Remakes are the in thing now. Everyone is looking forward to good stories that will fare well at the box office. Therefore filmmakers are all interested in coming up with projects which have fared elsewhere and have been accepted whole-heartedly by
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:38 am

Robert Pattinson prefers beer than being mobbed

New York, (ANI): Robert Pattinson has said that he prefers chilling out with a beer and a smoke, rather than being mobbed when he is on location. While the Twilight heartthrob is grateful for his stardom, the 23-year-old actor has said
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:34 am

Mohanlal takes after Mammootty in sports

Megastar Mammootty is to endorse Volleyball as the brand ambassador of the Kerala Volleyball League and Mohanlal has decided to take after him. Well, this sounds a bit funny as well as confusing. Earlier we had heard that Mammootty was taking
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:32 am

Saif and I talk about marriage: Kareena Kapoor

While rumourmongers speculate about their wedding, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor are busy with their respective works. Of course, they too talk about marriage.Kareena recently revealed that she and Saif do talk about marriage. She however said that she wants
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:25 am

Shahrukh Khan: 25 till I die

Bollywood Baadshah Shahrukh Khan turned 44 yesterday. The wrinkles on his face show his age. But the hyperactive actor said that he still feels like a 25-year-old.Shahrukh said that he really feel 25-26 except for the few physical injuries he has
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:23 am

'The frontal nudity scene is an essential element of Jail' - Rediff

Masala

'The frontal nudity scene is an essential element of Jail' Rediff Neil Nitin Mukesh is not one to play a chocolate boy hero despite looking very much like one. His first movie Johnny Gaddaar saw him portray a character with grey shades while his second New York was not a conventional hero-centric role either. ... Neil Nitin Mukesh willing to strip againOneindia Jail team promotes film behind bars, literallyIBNLive.com Neil Nitin Mukesh wants to strip againMid-Day GlamSham -Sify -MSN India all 37 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:21 am

Ozzy Osbourne would be dead without Sharon

Washington (ANI): Former Black Sabbath lead vocalist Ozzy Osbourne has revealed that he'd be dead now if his wife Sharon wouldn’t have supported him. Osbourne, 60, had famously battled an excessive drug and drink addiction throughout his career with the heavy
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:19 am

Rihanna finally opens up about Chris Brown

Washington (ANI): Barbadian singer Rihanna has finally broken her silence about the much-publicised beating she got from ex-beau Chris Brown nine months back. The ‘Umbrella’ singer was left bruised and bloody after the fateful Grammy Awards night in Feb (09). And
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:15 am

Polanski to file 'very significant' bail offer

Noted film-maker Roman Polanski is preparing to pay out a &quot;very, very significant&quot; amount of cash in bid to land bail, according to his lawyer. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:13 am

Shatrughan Sinha shaves moustache for Ramu! - GlamSham

Rediff

Shatrughan Sinha shaves moustache for Ramu! GlamSham Ram Gopal Varma's highly ambitious two part trilingual film RAKTA CHARITRA will have no other but politician superstar Shatrughan Sinha, essaying the pivotal role which is based on the legendary superstar politician NT Rama Rao. ... First Look: Shatrughan Sinha to play NTRRediff Shatrughan shaves moustache after 35 yearsOneindia Shatrughan sans moustaches for NTRSify IndiaGlitz -World News -Masala all 12 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:08 am

Shahrukh promises a action packed 2010 - Oneindia

india-server.com

Shahrukh promises a action packed 2010 Oneindia Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan who had a silent year has promised the coming year to be action packed. King Khan who turned 44 on Monday said it was looking forward to making a strong comeback in 2010. Shahrukh had a dull year with only one movie Billu ... SRK promises more action next yearTimes of India Shah Rukh Khan says year 2009 was dull because of his shoulder injury!!stardustco.in I feel like a 25-year-old: Shah Rukh KhanHindu SamayLive -News Line 365 -Apun Ka Choice all 151 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Nov 2009 | 2:01 am

Get ready for the biggies

Picture this... 3 IDIOTS on 25th December. KITES on 15th January. VEER on 29th January. MY NAME IS KHAN on 12th February. Four biggies, starring Aamir, Hrithik, Salman and SRK, respectively, will arrive within a span of two months. The question is, will low cost and medium-budget films get the right exposure at cineplexes? Or will they get sidelined due to these colossal ventures? Incidentally, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani's KARTHIK CALLING KARTHIK was confirmed for 12th February, provided MY NAME IS KHAN doesn't arrive on that date. "When Karan [Johar] confirmed that MY NAME IS KHAN is indeed arriving on 12th February, I immediately took a call to shift KARTHIK CALLING KARTHIK to a latter date. My film will now arrive on 26th February," Ritesh informs me. However, one more biggie is slated for 12th February release - Ambika Hinduja's TEEN PATTI. Will it stick to that date or arrive later, is to be seen.
Source: Indiafm.com News | 3 Nov 2009 | 12:05 am

What is Rohit Shetty making next? 'Golmaal' or 'All The Best'?

There's tremendous speculation about Rohit Shetty's next film. Will it be GOLMAAL's new installment or ALL THE BEST 2? There's another rumor doing the rounds too: The talented director may start something else altogether. What's the truth? "We will take a call once Ajay returns to Mumbai on 5th. But it will be GOLMAAL, in all probability. We've already finalized the script, but we will take a joint call when Ajay returns," Rohit tells me. He adds that since ALL THE BEST has just released, it wouldn't be right to start its next installment immediately. "Let it have a satellite release first," Rohit adds. The star cast of GOLMAAL will be the same as the previous installment, "but everything should be crystal clear in the next few days," he says.
Source: Indiafm.com News | 2 Nov 2009 | 11:54 pm

Asin opts out of Ashutosh Gowarikar's film - Oneindia

GlamSham

Asin opts out of Ashutosh Gowarikar's film Oneindia By Raymond Ronamai South Indian actress Asin Thottumkal's journey in Bollywood has been a roller-coaster ride so far. She had a dream start in Bollywood with Ghajini but her second release London Dreams is likely to go down the drains if we are to go ... Asin refuses Ashutosh Gowarikar's filmGlamSham Asin turns down AshutoshBollywood Mantra Asin opts out of Ashutosh Gowarikar's filmTimes of India Spicezee all 5 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Nov 2009 | 11:36 pm

Finally, a film on Kashmir minus terrorism

A Kashmiri by origin, Tariq Tapa was tired of films being made on Kashmir that revolved around terrorism. Having studied filmmaking in the US, he finally made his directorial debut at the ongoing Mumbai Film Festival (MFF) with 'Zero Bridge' on life and people in state.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Nov 2009 | 9:01 pm

I'm a trendsetter - I don't follow trends: Rajkumar Santoshi

The latest in line of romantic comedies to hit the screen is director Rajkumar Santoshi's 'Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani', though the filmmaker who returns to the genre after 15 years says he is not following any trends, but has in fact been a trendsetter himself.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

Jackman wants to get rid of sexy tag

Hollywood star Hugh Jackman who has been given the title of sexiest man alive on earth, wants to get rid of &quot;sexy&quot; image as soon as he can. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 6:12 pm

London Dreams faces Bajrang Dal ire

Dozens of Bajrang Dal activists staged a violent protest insisting that the screening of the Hindi film <I>London Dreams</I> be stopped 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 6:06 pm

Porkkaalam to be remade in Hindi

Tamil filmmaker Cheran's <I>Porkkaalam</I>, depicting love across decades and unfolded through reading of a letter, is going to be remade in Hindi soon. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 5:56 pm

King Khan has quiet b'day, but promises action in new year

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who turned 44 today, spent some "quiet time with family and friends" on his birthday, putting behind a year of ups and downs and looking forward to a strong comeback.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 12:35 pm

Bajrang Dal ransacks theatres to protest 'London Dreams'

Dozens of Bajrang Dal activists staged a violent protest here today insisting that the screening of the Hindi film 'London Dreams' be stopped immediately.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 12:30 pm

Sujoy Ghosh gets backing from Riteish Deshmukh - Daily News & Analysis

Hindustan Times

Sujoy Ghosh gets backing from Riteish Deshmukh Daily News & Analysis Mumbai: Riteish Deshmukh says he salutes director Sujoy Ghosh's courage to attempt such a difficult project like Aladin that took almost three years to complete. Riteish Deshmukh stands by his new film's director; calls it a courageous attempt. ... Amitabh Bachchan supports Aladin director SujoyOneindia Big B ready to do another film with Sujoy GhoshHindustan Times Kids enthralled by ALADINGlamSham Newspost Online -iEncyclopedia -The Hindu all 29 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Nov 2009 | 12:05 pm

Rajyotsava a simple affair in Dharwad - Times of India

Mid-Day

Rajyotsava a simple affair in Dharwad Times of India DHARWAD: The 54th Karnataka Rajyotsava celebration on Sunday was a simple affair in Dharwad district. It was sans usual fanfare and cultural activities. Following heavy damaged caused due to the recent downpour and flash floods in the district, ... Vishnu thanks govt. for honouring Dr. RajOneindia Karnataka formation day celebrations mutedDaily News & Analysis Colourful events mark Rajyotsava celebrationsDeccan Herald Express Buzz -Oneindia -Times of India all 10 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Nov 2009 | 10:29 am

Carla Bruni, Nicolas Sarkozy are planning their first child

French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his supermodel wife Carla Bruni are planning their first child together, a close personal friend of the couple has revealed. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 10:10 am

'I feel 25,' says Shah Rukh on 44th birthday

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan turned 44 today, but said he still feels just 25 - barring the physical problems he has had in the past year.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 10:06 am

Dibakar's next is a political thriller

Director Dibakar Bannerjee is finally cutting the umbilical cord with his next film, a political thriller based in an imaginary city. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 9:49 am

I am very selfish and ambitious: Ranbir

Three films old Ranbir Kapoor says that despite his 75 year-old Kapoor legacy in Bollywood, he feels like &quot;a kid in Disney Land&quot;. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 9:46 am

Aishwarya-Manisha lines crossed - Times of India

BehindWoods

Aishwarya-Manisha lines crossed Times of India Check this out... Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has the hugest fan base for a Bollywood actress down South. ARB was the first choice for Mani Ratnam's Bombay a film made on the 1993 bomb blasts. The Bachchan bahu says, “Mani sir had asked ... Aishwarya Rai was the original choice in Manisha blockbusters !Newspost Online Ash celebrated her birthdayIndiaGlitz Was Aishwarya offered a role in Mani Ratnam's Bombay?World News Bollywood Mantra -GlamSham -BehindWoods all 96 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Nov 2009 | 8:39 am

"No John, no Blue 2, no Aerial yet" - Anthony D'Souza

This has becomes a trend of sorts. No sooner does a film hit the screens or is ready for release, stories start floating around how its maker is ready with the plans of making his next. It may be mere speculation, a PR plug or a confirmed report but the fact that it does get the film (which is about to get released) noticed. In certain instances a filmmaker knows the origin of the news. However, there also have been cases where he himself is flabbergasted with such information floating around. What may just turn be a thought over a mug of coffee is elevated to the scale of being confirmed to such an extent that it appears as if the film would get on floors within a week of the news making headlines. Diwali releases went through the same syndrome with glowing announcements around the next projects of Rohit Shetty (All The Best) and Prem Soni (Main Aurr Mrs Khanna). While Rohit was said to be caught in a dilemma of choosing his next film between the sequel to Golmaal and All The Best, Prem confirmed that Salman Khan had green lighted another project for him. Something similar happened to Anthony D'Souza as well who happened to share certain thoughts about his next assignments with a few associates. The next thing he heard, there were projects like airborne thriller Aerial and a sequel to Blue all set to be kick started. What's more, he had apparently also signed one of his favourite actors from the industry and close friends - John Abraham. However, a fortnight after the release of Blue, Anthony D'Souza a.k.a. Tony is ready to term this information as sheer rumour that doesn't come with any basis. He denies working on either Blue 2 or Aerial and also dispels the theory that he has signed John for his next. "All of these are mere speculations and I have no clue from where have they originated. All I said was that I would love to work with John since he is a close friend. He is the one who got me in the industry and I owe him a lot. Tomorrow if a project works out well for both of us then we would be game for working together. However, this isn't something that I am stating today after Blue; I have maintained this for a year now. If this admiration and gratitude of mine is sensationalised by some and posted as twisted headlines, then I can't help it, right? On a lighter note, I have always been forthcoming in admitting my love for Hollywood. However, that doesn't mean that Francis Ford Coppola has sanctioned a film for me", jokes Tony. There have also been talks that other than John, the principal cast of Blue is coming together with him again. What does the filmmaker has to say about that? "As much as I love John and would want him in my films, there is no project for which he has signed on the dotted line yet. Neither is that the case with Mr. Akshay Kumar, Mr. Sanjay Dutt, Zayed, Lara or Katrina. They are all great actors and I would love to work with all of them together again. But no, there is no film which is happening with them at the moment", Tony sets the record straight. Where does that leave so-called announcements like Blue 2 and Aerial? The moment Blue hit the screens and took a very good opening; a sequel seemed to be offering. Also, knowing Tony's penchant for action adventure, it was being stated that he would now take his cast and crew in the air with Aerial. There have also been theories around him making a trilogy of such action adventure cinema. "These are nothing but overzealous minds at work", laughs Tony, "For the records, I am neither doing Blue 2 nor Aerial. These are all speculations. Yes, I have a penchant for making action flicks and my next would belong to that genre as well. However, it won't necessarily have an adventure element to that. Whether it would be Blue 2 or something else? Well, for all you know, it could be Red or Yellow", he laughs, "Seriously, it's too early to be even talking about it. I am still in the process of fleshing out a subject. Let things take their due course and we would make the right announcements. Till then, let's enjoy Blue." Well, with another rumour biting the dust, one looks forward to how the trend continues for weeks to come. Whether there would be more in the offering around adventures of Aladin? Whether London Dreams may lead way for New York Dreams? Would Ranbir have many more stories to tell after Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani? Or if Aamir Khan would be bringing in four idiots for his next assignment after Three Idiots? Of course, we are waiting!
Source: Indiafm.com Features | 2 Nov 2009 | 7:13 am

Bajrang Dal ransacks theatres to protest 'London Dreams'

Dozens of Bajrang Dal activists staged a violent protest here Monday insisting that the screening of the Hindi film 'London Dreams' be stopped immediately.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Nov 2009 | 7:05 am

"Everything went wrong with LD but then it all fell in place" - Vipul Shah

London Dreams has released and found good appreciation coming its way. After a not-so-thunderous start, the film settled down over the weekend, just as was the case with Ajay Devgn's last release All The Best and very unlike Salman Khan's Main Aurr Mrs Khanna that only fell further down with every passing show. While Vipul Shah is happy that his film has been received well by critics who matter, he is happier that audiences have given a big thumbs-up to the film. "That's what the bottom line is all about", says an exhausted Vipul who has horror stories to tell about the pains he had to go through en route to the Friday release of the film, "Look at readers comments all over the internet. They have their own tale to tell. Really, after getting feedback from them and seeing soaring collections on every passing day, I don't really have much to say in defence of London Dreams." Meanwhile, he is flummoxed with the way his London Dreams progressed ever since it's inception and finally made it to the theatres. While the change in hands w.r.t. to the film's production as well as distribution is an old story, there was quite some drama waiting to take place till a week before the film's release. "This is one film where everything just went wrong to begin with, only to fall in place eventually", Vipul can afford to smile now, "We had completed the entire mixing of the film. However, to my horror, it was detected that it had just gone wrong. Now there is very little margin of error when it comes to mixing and chances of it going wrong are one in a million. Still, it happened to London Dreams at the stage when print dispatch was round the corner." What followed from there on were countless hours of effort that resulted in sleepless days and nights for the harried filmmaker who also had to give time to the film's promotion, marketing and other last minute activities. "What could we have done? We had to just remix and re-master the entire thing", informs Vipul, "For a normal production, mixing takes 20 days but we just had 3 days at our disposal. We worked day in and night out to get the final effect in place. In any case, this has been the most complicated film that I have done; whether in terms of sound, background or visuals." He is in mood to rest a little now with the film into the weekdays. "I have practically caught just 4 hours of sleep a day for last 15 days", he smiles, "But that's ok. Even a woman has to go through 9 months of pain to give birth to a child. London Dreams is my favourite kid; albeit a little naughty one. He made sure that I was on my toes throughout and am unable to relax at all. Now when everybody says that this kid is sweet, I do feel like a proud papa for sure."
Source: Indiafm.com Features | 2 Nov 2009 | 7:02 am

King Khan has quiet b'day, but promises action in new year

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who turned 44 Monday, spent some 'quiet time with family and friends' on his birthday, putting behind a year of ups and downs and looking forward to a strong comeback.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Nov 2009 | 7:02 am

Chemistry happens between two characters: Ranbir - Press Trust of India

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Chemistry happens between two characters: Ranbir Press Trust of India Mumbai, Nov 2 (PTI) Actor Ranbir Kapoor, who is paired opposite Katrina Kaif in Rajukumar Santoshi's upcoming film 'Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani', said that chemistry happens between two characters and not actors. "When a new pair comes on screen people ... 'Love is very 'ajab' rather than 'ghazab''Rediff Katrina Kaif is vanilla ice cream for Ranbir Kapoor in AJAB PREM KI GAJAB KAHANI!!stardustco.in Ranbir, Katrina end WIFW grand finale in styleNDTV.com Sify -India Today -Hindustan Times all 175 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Nov 2009 | 6:59 am

Aishwarya named Smile Train's first goodwill ambassador

Download image as wallpaper Besides being hailed as the most beautiful woman in the world, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has always been synonymous to God's eternal answer to beauty, grace and gorgeousness. After having been crowned as Miss World, Ash (as she is fondly called), has now been announced as the first Goodwill Ambassador for Smile Train, the world's largest cleft charity. As a part of this Ambassadorship, Ash will partner with Smile Train, in association with her own charity (Aishwarya Rai Foundation), in numerous ways to spread awareness and garner recourses to help the worldwide movement. Aishwarya will work with Smile Train to achieve an ambitious new goal in helping change the lives of over one million children worldwide who suffer from shame and isolation because of cleft lip and cleft palate. As the Goodwill Ambassador, Aishwarya will actively work to help Smile Train to provide free cleft surgery to children in 78 developing countries around the world, including India. This initiative will help raise awareness in India and around the world to the plight of children born with cleft. Talking about this association, the ever-so-gorgeous Aishwarya said, "God has given me plenty of reasons to smile and I feel it's time to spread it around. There are a lot of children out there who so desperately need help, but can't receive timely care because their families cannot afford this surgery or are ill-educated about this condition. Working with Smile Train, if I can make a difference in their lives, it will certainly make me feel honored and blessed." With Aishwarya coming on board, Brian Mullaney, President- Smile Train, said, "Aishwarya's universal appeal and star power will be a priceless asset to our organization, and we consider it a great privilege to have her represent our organization, which does such important work in every corner of the globe," said. "I look forward to working with her. Her poise, intelligence and dedication to our mission will catapult the work that we do to new and exciting heights."
Source: Indiafm.com News | 2 Nov 2009 | 6:51 am

Mahesh Bhatt - Kunal Deshmukh slug it out over 'Dil Ibaadat' song in Tum Mile

Mahesh Bhatt and one of his directorial protegees Kunal Deshmukh are on the warpath. The culprit is the much talked-about steamy song 'Dil Ibaadat' showing Soha Ali Khan and Emraan Hashmi in a dreamy steamy state. Apparently, the director was dead against slipping in the steamy stuff into his film. But Mahesh Bhatt insisted. And now when the film 'Tum Mile' is on the verge of release, Kunal has put his foot down about the inclusion of what he sees as an embarrassing titillating intervention. Initially hesitant to discuss the pow-wow with his mentor, Kunal Deshmukh finally conceded there was problem with Mahesh Bhatt. "It's true, I never wanted the song 'Dil Ibaadat' to be filmed in that steamy way. In fact, I shot it completely differently in the way Bhatt Saab had shot the song 'Jhuki Jhuki Si Nazar' in Arth. My film is about an estranged couple who meet after six years in the July 26 deluge that swept Mumbai." But when Bhatt saw the song, he put his foot down and asked Kunal to re-do it. Says Kunal, "I was very uncomfortable with the idea. But I had no choice because Bhatt saab is a pro. He has been in the business for thirty years whereas I'm just two films old and completely new to these marketing strategies." Though Deshmukh gave in to Bhatts' pressure, he now wants the song removed. "The way I shot the song earlier as homage to Bhatt Saab's 'Jhuki Jhuki Si Nazar' makes more sense in my film. I won't let them release the film with that steamy song." However, Mahesh Bhatt refuses to relent. "Kunal is bright director. He shot 'Dil Ibaadat' as homage to my Arth song. But imitating my work does not flatter me. It's over and done with. I left direction to get away from myself on screen. The last thing I need is to see clones of my work. Kunal and I are fighting it out." What happened to Mahesh Bhatt's non-interfering clause? "I still maintain it. But when an exceptional talent like Kunal Deshmukh uses older references I owe it to him to nudge him to his own idiom." Kunal however remains adamant. "I'll have my song restored in my film in its original form. Like I said I'm not used to all these eyeball-grabbing tactics. Recently, some media linked me to Kangna Ranaut when all we were doing was meeting up for a coffee. Some would consider that to be good press. But I cringed."
Source: Indiafm.com News | 2 Nov 2009 | 5:59 am

Government issues stamp to honour Kannada movie icon Raj Kumar

The central government has released a Rs.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 5:56 am

My album is a slice of my life: singer Mohit Chauhan

Mohit Chauhan, who enthralled music buffs with lilting melodies like "Masakali" and "Pehli baar mohabbat ki hai", has come out with his solo album "Fitoor" and says it reflects "a slice of his life".
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 5:41 am

'My Name Is Khan' set for Valentine's week release

"My Name Is Khan" -- Bollywood's favourite on-screen couple Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol's first film together in eight years -- is set to release on Feb 12 next year.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 5:24 am

'Kurbaan' stars for 3-city tour: London, Dubai, New York

Download Kurbaan wallpapers After making waves across India with its scintillating promos and mesmerizing music, KURBAAN, a Dharma Productions film and a UTV Motion Pictures release directed by Rensil D'Silva, is all set to enthrall international fans on November 20 worldwide and November 19 in the Middle East. The leading cast of the film, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor, along with producer Karan Johar will embark on a 3-city tour of London, Dubai and New York to promote KURBAAN. These visits will give their fans an interesting insight into the movie.
Source: Indiafm.com News | 2 Nov 2009 | 5:20 am

Harbhajan served court summons in Chandigarh

A city-based voluntary organisation Monday handed over court summons to cricketer Harbhajan Singh at his hotel room here, for a civil case it had filed against him last year for hurting the religious sentiments.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Nov 2009 | 5:03 am

'I feel 25,' says Shah Rukh on 44th birthday

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan turned 44 Monday, but said he still feels just 25 - barring the physical problems he has had in the past year. The heartthrob also said he wants to work for youngsters and underprivileged girls.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Nov 2009 | 5:03 am

Anushka Sharma on shooting for YRF's next in US

It's not Anushka Sharma's beauty that has been getting her attention recently. It's her choice of unique roles and her award winning acting ability that is making tabloids go ga-ga over her. So while the whole of India was celebrating Diwali this year, she was busy acting on the streets of New York for Parmeet Sethi's debut movie produced by Yash Raj Films. The towering beauty is back in Mumbai after a gruelling one month outdoor schedule. But if you thought that all ends here, you've got it wrong. She will be packing her bags to go to Bangkok on November 5 for yet another outdoor schedule along with Shahid Kapoor, Veer Das and Chang, her co-stars in the film. Anushka's warm and accepting personality shines through when you talk to her, and you feel instantly comfortable. Add to that her silly good one liners and you know you're in company. UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent Devansh Patel had a quick chat with her about her American dream, her grocery shopping in the US, her clubbing days down West, her passion for stand up comedians and also Akshay Kumar's humorous antics. Let's talk about your American Dream? (Laughs) I've never had any American Dream. I just had a schedule to finish in America. We were shooting in New York and Philadelphia. How did America treat you? American way of working is very different from what you shoot out here. You work in a twelve hour shift, a twelve hour turn around had to be there. So you are certain that you will get free at a particular time. It then becomes easier to plan things like shopping, sight seeing, or going to any restaurant, etc. After Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi happened, I've only lived in Mumbai. I did go to Macau for IIFA and to London for some event but never stayed back for more than two days there. In America, I can proudly say that I've stayed there for more than a month. After spending time in New York, I found that America was such a free nation. Far different from what people can ever imagine. I loved it. I'm sure you mustn't have been put up in a hotel if you stayed there for more than a month. Yes, you're right. I stayed for such a long time that I was put up for a while in a service apartment. I used to go and get my own grocery out there. I used to go to the park, etc. I was a complete anonymous person out there. I walked the streets and read a book in one of the beautiful parks. It made me extremely happy and relaxed. Would you love to stay back in America? I wish. Before I left Mumbai, I didn't think that I would like America so much. Now I have realised, after staying there for a month, I really love the United States. What I like about America is that everybody is free to do their own stuff their way. Unlike other cities in Europe or London. I somehow liked the culture out there. If there is one place I'd go back for my long vacation, it'll be New York. I know I can stay there but not for good. After spending time in New York, I found that America was such a free nation. Far different from what people can ever imagine. I loved it. What about night life and clubbing in the U.S? Yes I did. I went to this really nice lounge kind of a place. It wasn't a clubbing place. It's called '230 fifth'. That's the name of the lounge. It is the name of the street where the lounge is, thus the name. It has a roof top garden and a penthouse lounge. You can see the whole Manhattan skyline from there. What about your co-stars? You guys bonded well? Of course we did. They were there along with Parmeet Sethi, our director, who sometimes would accompany us. We all went together, Shahid, Chang, Veer, Ameera. We would eat and drink out and that's how we tried to bond together because it's a film about friends and friendship. It was like a group of people who would go out and have a good time. That's what we did in New York. Any screaming fans of yours on the rooftop? (Laughs) Not on the rooftop. But something did happen in a mall out there. They approached me and asked me, ''Are you Anushka Sharma?'' I was feeling a bit naughty and obnoxious. So I said, ''No I am not. But a lot of people do tell me I look like her'' (laughs). Then they ask their second round of questions, ''Where are you from?'' I answer, ''Kolkata''. ''What are you doing in America?'' to which I'd answer, ''I've come here to study''. But I'd get back to them and apologise, ''Sorry sorry. You can come and get your picture clicked with me'', I say. I do things like these for fun. They approached me and asked me, ''Are you Anushka Sharma?'' I said, ''No I am not. But a lot of people do tell me I look like her'' What a prankster you are Anushka I am but not while we are working. I don't exactly know how to play pranks but when you're shooting on an outdoor schedule where there is so much money being spent, you rather not play any pranks. But there was Veer Das, the famous stand up comedian who used to crack me up by his good one liners and comic talent. I wanted to go to some comedy club where I could see stand up comedians perform live. Unfortunately, I couldn't. All geared up to face another stand up comedian, Akshay Kumar, in your third big venture? I met Akshay before leaving for America and he is so funny. You just come to know that he is up to something. You feel as if he is about to crack a joke or say something quite weird. He suddenly asked me, ''You take jokes na?'' That's how Akshay is. He prepares you before he gets prepared (laughs).
Source: Indiafm.com Features | 2 Nov 2009 | 3:53 am

Explore your funny side with 'Ajab Prem Ki...'

Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif are known for their romantic films but now the two are set to tickle the audiences' funny bone with their first outing together 'Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani', releasing Friday.
Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 2 Nov 2009 | 3:03 am

Breaking News: 'My Name Is Khan' confirmed for 12th February

Click above for movie stills It's official! Fox STAR Studios, 20th Century Fox International and Fox Searchlight Pictures have announced that MY NAME IS KHAN, the highly anticipated film from director Karan Johar and starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, will open in theaters in India and over 40 countries including the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East on Valentine's Day weekend [February 12, 2010]. Other remaining territories will release in early spring/summer 2010. In MY NAME IS KHAN, Shah Rukh Khan stars as Rizvan Khan, an unconventional hero who embarks on an incredible journey across America in order to win back the love of his life. Along the way his unique brand of goodness and humanity touches the lives of many and inspires a nation.
Source: Indiafm.com News | 2 Nov 2009 | 2:54 am

Guess Who?

Today, at the beginning of a new week, like always, Bollywood Hungama brings to you its famous game 'Guess Who?' to give you a jump start. This week, the man in focus began his career appearing in television serials and later entered films. Since then, he has been part of numerous commercially successful films and has earned critical acclaim for many of his performances. Today, he is the face of numerous brands, and probably one of the busiest people in Bollywood, yet he continues to manage work, play and his family so well that sometimes people say, our mystery man has more than 24 hours in a day. So, if you know who we are talking about, go ahead and give this week's Guess Who a shot and post in your answers below. To find out last week's answer click here
Source: Indiafm.com Features | 2 Nov 2009 | 2:29 am

Wishing Shahrukh Khan a very happy Birthday

He is the undisputed badshah of Bollywood, he is Shah Rukh Khan. Not only does this superstar have a massive fan base but he also has an equal number of brands under his belt. SRK, as he is fondly known, is the face for them. SRK's first claim to fame was the small screen series titled Fauji. It was here that he was noticed for his brilliant performances and it wasn't long after that he was offered a film. However, it was no cake walk for Shah Rukh, as he too faced obstacles back then, be it for being an unconventional hero or for his scruffy hair. SRK however, started delivering hits from the very beginning with Deewana, Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, Darr and so on. He then became the eternal loverboy of Bollywood with Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. And after that, there was no looking back for this superstar. Today being the birthday of this icon of Indian Cinema, Bollywood Hungama wishes Shah Rukh a very happy birthday. You too can send your birthday wishes to SRK by simply posting them in the space below.
Source: Indiafm.com News | 2 Nov 2009 | 2:13 am

Film director, author - Rajeev Khandelwal's future roles

He is just one film old but actor Rajeev Khandelwal, who won kudos for his performance in "Aamir", has already decided to don the director's hat in the future.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Nov 2009 | 2:08 am

Aamir Khan's '3 Idiots' to hit theatres on Christmas

MUMBAI (Reuters) - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan will next be seen in the celluloid adaptation of author Chetan Bhagat’s best selling fiction 'Five Point Someone'.
Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 2 Nov 2009 | 1:51 am