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Indian bags best actor award at Cairo film festKolkata-based actor Subrat Dutta walked away with the best actor award at the 33rd Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) for his performance in "Madholal Keep Walking".Source: Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 8:59 am SRK, Aamir come together for Paa
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 8:54 am Konkani film selected for Berlin International Film Festival
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 8:36 am Shah Rukh is a funny man: Amitabh BachchanBollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan says Shah Rukh Khan left him in a jovial mood after the latter called him to confirm his presence at the premiere of upcoming film "Paa".Source: Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 7:41 am SRK pays midnight tribute to 26/11 heroes
Even as the tinsel town wakes up to the anniversary of the 26/11 terrorist attacks on Mumbai, film stars and the industry make the right noises in the media, the King Khan dedicates himself to the Nation in a unique way.
Shah Rukh Khan and BJP spokesperson Shaina N C painted a wall at Marine Lines at midnight to pay tribute to the heroes and victims of 26/11. Mumbaikars joined them in large numbers.
Here's saluting those who fought against the terrorists on those fateful three days. Jai Hind!Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 26 Nov 2009 | 6:48 am New Moon to release in India on December 11
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 6:48 am R.D. Burman rediscovered with 'Pancham Unmixed'After four years of hard work, finally Mumbai-based writer and filmmaker Brahmanand Singh has completed "Pancham Unmixed" - a film on legendary composer R.Source: Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 6:38 am "Oomph can come in different ways" - Sameera Reddy
Sameera Reddy became an epitome of oomph when she pulled all stops in Sanjay Gupta's Musafir. Ever since then she has
featured in variety of roles and worked across different genres. Last year she went for a complete change in image when she
took a comic route with Race and One Two Three, both being successful at the box office. Meanwhile, she also
balanced it all with a couple of offbeat Bengali films. As she gears up for the release of yet another comedy of hers, De Dana
Dan, she gets into a conversation with Joginder Tuteja and declares that in spite of Katrina Kaif being the leading
lady opposite Akshay Kumar, she is unperturbed as the film belongs to everyone from Akshay Kumar to Suniel Shetty as well as
Johny Lever.
In De Dana Dan, one sees you in a typical Priyadarshan setup where there is so much happening all around. You must
have had fun doing such a role...
I am a big fan of Priyadarshan and would have seen his Hera Pheri at least 10 times. I was longing to work with him
and when I was told that he wanted to rope me in, I was game for it. Of course I did ask him what did I have to do in the
film but then he said that he was clear in his mind about my part. He admitted that it would confuse me if he tried
explaining the story, its situations and the characters and hence just wanted me to be on the sets and take it up there.
He admitted that it would confuse me if he tried explaining the
story
Doesn't it sound a little too risky i.e. getting into the movie without having a clear idea of what you would be doing?
Especially so when there are a couple of dozen of actors around?
That's the beauty of Priyadarshan. Only he could see the full product in head with so many things happening. Now that I have
also seen most part of the film, I can see where he was coming from. The film is simply outstanding and is easily one of the
funniest films that I have seen. I don't know how he manages to surpass his own effort in each of his films.
The film also has Katrina Kaif opposite Akshay Kumar. Ever wondered that the focus would be entirely on them?
(Smiles) It's as simple as that. When you do a Priyan film, you don't worry about picture ka hero kaun dikhega aur heroine
kaun hogi. One just goes by the script requirement. Whether it is Johny Lever or Akshay Kumar, everyone has a definite
role to play in the film. And let's not forget the fact that when a film is a hit, everyone benefits. My own Race is a clear
example of that. I had to play a character which was akin to that of Kitty from Pankaj Kapoor's 'Karam Chand'. I went by my
instinct and did it. So was the case with this South film of mine which is making great waves.
When you do a Priyan film, you don't worry about picture ka hero kaun
dikhega aur heroine kaun hogi
Oh really? Which is this film?
It is this Tamil film titled Vaaranam Aayiram which is a huge hit down South. Now guess what, I am there in the film
for just 20 minutes where I do two songs. Still, people looked at me in an altogether different light after this film. It
turned out to be one of the biggest hits of my career. I have got so much love from this film which is a classic example
where one should not judge an actor because there are 3 other heroines around (Vaaranam Aayiram also starred Simran
and Ramya).
Well, audiences seem to be pretty much looking forward to De Dana Dan. It appears to be creating good buzz at just the right time?
Over the weekend, I was in Delhi and then Udaipur and you should have seen the response there. Aam janta was coming and telling me that promos are interesting and they are expecting a lot from the film. They had a lot of good things to say which is fantastic. The song 'Paisa Paisa' is a hit not just up North but even in Chennai. I am travelling different cities for the promotion of the film and I can see the song rocking everywhere.
One hopes that Sameera too rocks, stays on to be oomphy as ever and keeps the glamour quotient bang on...
(Laughs) This is something that I promise I will never run away from. Despite doing a few offbeat films, I am absolutely comfortable with the glamorous side of mine and will keep coming back to it again and again. This is how a large segment of audiences wants to see me in as well. In any case, oomph can come in different ways. There are different variations to glamour. You can be seen in a Musafir mode or in a fun way, as was in the case of Race or now De Dana Dan.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 26 Nov 2009 | 5:58 am Eva Mendes in PETA anti-fur campaign
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 5:58 am Movie producer buys film rights of Sharad Joshi's short storyAjay Devgn starrer "Atithi Tum Kab Jaaoge?" is based on noted satirist Sharad Joshi's short story.Source: Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 5:50 am Polanski's nude portrait under hammer
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 5:31 am Why IFFI is a decaying film festivalIf a movie festival is to grow and develop, it needs a strong leader at the helm of its affairs. Cannes, which opened in 1946, reached its undoubtedly premier position on the world festival map through sheer stability.Source: | 26 Nov 2009 | 5:15 am Shah Rukh Khan paints for MumbaiSRK painted a wall at Marine Lines this morning to pay tribute to 26/11 victims and martyrs. He was joined by Mumbaikars from all walks of life. Read on for details.Source: | 26 Nov 2009 | 4:41 am Bollywood Hungama contest winner gets lucky; wins 37
Aftab Shivdasani's latest film and his first as a producer Aao Wish Karein is a fairy tale about making wishes and believing in them. In keeping with the theme of the film, Bollywood
Hungama in association with Mumbai Mantra and BenQ had run the Aao Wish Karein contest in which lucky winners got a chance to meet-n-greet Aftab and one lucky winner was even eligible to win a 37'' LCD T.V. from BenQ
While the contest winners had a memorable time interacting with Aftab, it was indeed a once-in-a-lifetime experience for young Krishna Yelappa who won the bumper prize of the 37'' LCD T.V. from BenQ. As Aftab removed a random chit from the bowl containing the names of the contest winners, the excitement in the room was phenomenal. Aftab even played around a bit when he read out the name from the chit as A-F-T-A-B much to the audiences' delight. However, when he actually announced the lucky winner's name it was Krishna Yelappa who in the room.
An S.Y.B.Com student from Matunga, Mumbai, never in his wildest dreams had Krishna imagined that he would be winning an 37'' LCD TV by taking part in an online contest. Speaking to us after winning his prized possession Krishna said, ''I can't really thank Bollywood Hungama enough for this exciting contest. I am a regular surfer of the site and had participated once in a contest before on the site when I won an Audio CD. However, to win a 37'' BenQ LCD TV is something which I had not imagined. I am thrilled beyond imagination''
In the past, Bollywood Hungama has always provided its surfers the opportunity to take part in exciting contests. In the days to come, there will be many more such interesting contests, all you need to do is keep taking part and 'Wishing' that you get lucky.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 26 Nov 2009 | 4:03 am Lindsay goes topless for a magazine
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:56 am Shah Rukh sparks excitement at IFFI
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:48 am My wife has stripped me bare: Om Puri
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:47 am Disney veteran returns to his roots
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:45 am Akshay sends Katrina get well soon wishes
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:38 am 'Indian Idol' winner Prashant Tamang forays into Nepali moviesHe started his career as a cop and in 2007 shot to fame when he won the popular music contest "Indian Idol".Source: Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:20 am "Actors never get into number game because it is of no use" - Katrina Kaif
Along with Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif is now comfortably placed in the Top-3 bracket of actresses. It is of academic interest then to know which of the three actresses are holding on to the No. 1 spot. But the fact remains that after New York and Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani, if Katrina manages to get a success in De Dana Dan and Rajneeti as well, she would almost step up towards the coveted position. A day before the release of De Dana Dan, Katrina Kaif talks to Joginder Tuteja about the number game, people who have made a difference to her career and the reason behind signing a film like De Dana Dan when she has author backed roles coming her way.
After Boom, when you started rebuilding your career, you got Sarkar with Ram Gopal Varma, Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya with David Dhawan and Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye with Raj Kanwar. However, most recognition came your way with Vipul Shah's Namastey London. Which of these films/people do you think have contributed most in causing a turning point in your career?
I think that every movie and filmmaker has helped me a little bit in moving ahead over the years. In this journey of mine, they have all been a great help and guided me into taking a step in the right direction to being successful.
Really, actors never get into the number game because it is of no use
With such good success coming your way, the throne of No. 1 doesn't seem too far away. So why do you or any other actor for that matter shy away from talking about reaching the top position?
Really, actors never get into the number game because it is of no use. See! The point is that if you say that you are there, what is left to achieve? Nothing! right? The best part is to just keep moving on and pick the best roles and filmmakers that come your way.
I am sure you would be continuing to choose the best scripts. However, being at the top has its own perks, most importantly the remuneration factor, isn't it?
See, remuneration is a very personal thing so one should keep that out of the equation. As long as people trust you for working hard and believe that you are a professional, it's great.
Today, you have close to a dozen odd successful films behind you. For someone who was written off 6 years back after the release of Boom (2003), you are a case study of someone who has indeed come a long way and seen quite a few highs and lows. Due to the volatile situation of Bollywood, do you actually get impacted by all the adulation and superstar talks? Frankly, I take it all with a pinch of salt. One can never get too carried away in this industry because at the end of the day, it doesn't help you achieve anything at all. The best way is to look at the work you are doing and continue to make careful choices.
In Namastey London, you played Jasmeet. In De Dana Dan, you are yet again playing a pucca Punjabi named Anjali Kakkad. Having fun playing such characters?
(Laughs) But I am not really speaking in Punjabi and I haven't even put on a Punjabi lingo for De Dana Dan. Since the film is set in Singapore, I talk in regular Hindi and that's about it.
This is your fifth film with Akshay as a leading lady after Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye, Namastey London, Welcome and (if one discounts Blue where you were in a special appearance). The popular theory is that Akshay is lucky for you from the very beginning of your career. However, hasn't it ever occurred to you that perhaps you are lucky for him as well?
Come on, none of us have ever thought like that. I don't even think Akshay ever says that he is lucky for me. Same holds good vice versa as well. There is no logic to it, you know. Both of us take one film at a time and do it on its merits rather than just the pairing factor.
I don't even think Akshay ever says that he is lucky for me. Same holds good vice versa as well. There is no logic to it
Looking at the promos and after speaking to other people associated with De Dana Dan, it appears that the movie is a really mad affair. After Kabir Khan (New York) and Raj Kumar Santoshi (Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani), working in a Priyadarshan setup must have been an entirely different world, right?
Yes, De Dana Dan is indeed a mad film. The humour out there is crazy. To add to that, there is lot of glamour in it as well, which makes it a good looking, crazy-mad entertainer. I really wanted to do a film with Priyan. I did it just for the experience and I am glad I did it.
However, after movies like New York and Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani, you seem to be taken seriously as an actor who is enjoying all the screen space as a solo leading lady. In De Dana Dan though, there are a couple of dozen odd characters around. Hypothetically speaking, would you be working in a movie like De Dana Dan tomorrow again considering the current box office pull that you enjoy?
Actually, it is ok to do one such film a year. As I said earlier, I did De Dana Dan for a unique experience since I hadn't worked in a movie like this earlier. Tomorrow if something like this comes up, I will do it for sure.
I did De Dana Dan for a unique experience
Well, in the interim we also would see you in Rajneeti. It's a case of everything fitting in just perfectly - with a completely contrasting character, following the one that you play in De Dana Dan?
Oh yes, Rajneeti has a very good role. It has a different sensibility to it and it should be a good follow up to the films of mine that have released in 2009. Rajneeti should be a good way to start 2010.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:13 am Get well soon, Akshay says to Katrina - Bollywood Mantra
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:13 am Sonu Nigaam's anthem for Mumbai - Rediff
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:07 am Shah Rukh is a funny man: Amitabh BachchanBollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan says Shah Rukh Khan left him in a jovial mood after the latter called him to confirm his presence at the premiere of upcoming film 'Paa'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:02 am R.D. Burman rediscovered with 'Pancham Unmixed'After four years of hard work, finally Mumbai-based writer and filmmaker Brahmanand Singh has completed 'Pancham Unmixed' - a film on legendary composer R.D. Burman's life and time - and released it on DVD.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:02 am Film 'Ek Cup Chya' brings RTI awareness at Goa festivalPANAJI, India (Reuters) - A law enacted by Indian parliament that gives its citizens the right to access government records is the subject of a new film screened at the International Film Festival of India, currently underway in the tourist state of Goa.Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 26 Nov 2009 | 3:01 am A.R. Rahman performs at the White House
Academy award winner A.R. Rahman performed at the White House on the occasion of Obama's first state dinner. Rahman performed along with his troupe in the presence of President Barack Obama and Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.
Besides Rahman, the high profile event also saw some brilliant performances by Jennifer Hudson (of Dreamgirls fame), Grammy winner Kurt Elling and the National Symphony Orchestra. In these pictures, Rahman is seen entering the White House amidst tight security and is later seen posing along with his band.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 26 Nov 2009 | 2:32 am Wishing Arjun Rampal, a very happy Birthday
A one time successful model, Arjun Rampal's foray into films seemed like a natural transition. He made his debut with Moksha in 2001, but his initial years in Bollywood did not help him get recognised as a performer. It was really Rampal's second innings and clear dedication that gave him the much suited tag of a star performer.
Be it his villainous role in Farah Khan's Om Shanti Om or his rocking performance as a rocker in Rock On, it's only a matter of time before Arjun will be counted among the cream of Bollywood. As is obvious that he has the making of a star, be it his good looks, a husky voice, and a series of acclaimed performances.
Married to a former Miss India and a gorgeous supermodel Mehr Jessia, and blessed with two daughters, Arjun is definitely professionally and personally a happy man. On that note we at Bollywood Hungama would like to wish Arjun Rampal, a very happy birthday. You too can send in your wishes by posting them below.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am 'Auro dance' caught on candid camera; to be used in music video
About 40 unsuspecting passersby and strangers of all ages on the streets of Mumbai were captured last week trying to ape the Big B's zany 'Monkey dance' steps on ad-maverick turned first-time filmmaker Balki's new music video which hopes to promote the by-now popular dance step from Paa among kids and grownups alike.
Apparently, it was Paa producer Abhishek Bachchan's idea to just go out on the road and capture people aping the Monkey step, expertly and clumsily but with genuine feeling. Reveals Balki, "The idea to record random people on candid camera doing Auro's steps did come from Abhishek. And I liked the idea immensely. Much better than getting a rehearsed group of enthusiasts to do the steps. We went out with the camera and found a surprisingly large number of people who were trying to do the Monkey Steps. We have them on camera as part of a music-video which we'll air on television soon. We're hoping they wouldn't mind being caught with their guards down."
The genesis of the Big B's Monkey Steps is interesting. Says Balki, "I wanted Auro to have his own peculiar dance steps, with King Kong's beating of the chest, etc. Our choreographers Bosco-Ceasar came up with the perfect little jig for Auro."
Interestingly, Shimit Amin's Rocket Singh Salesman Of The Year has its own little jig billed as the 'Rocket Step' for Ranbir Kapoor.
So this December, it's the 67-year old Amitabh Bachchan's Monkey Steps vying for dance - space with 27-year old Ranbir Kapoor's Rocket Steps.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 26 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am It was very sweet of Shilpa to invite me: Adnan SamiAdnan Sami, who was in hospital all of last week for stones in his gallbladder, was startled when Shilpa Shetty stormed into his hospital room to invited him for her wedding reception.''I don't care how many stones you have inside you.Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 2:15 am When Lady Gaga embarrassed dad with erotic dancingLondon (ANI): Popstar Lady Gaga’s father was left embarrassed when he saw his daughter doing an erotic dance in a bar. The ‘Poker Face’ hitmaker revealed that once her dad turned up to see her at work in a bar andSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 2:12 am Big B pays tribute to 26/11 martyrsBollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan has lent his voice to the opening lines of a tribute song for the martyrs of 26/11 Mumbai attacks. The song 'Ungli uthe to, koi bare to, kardegi bagawat Mumbai was unveiled on Wednesday. The song hasSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 2:11 am M3V gets Award at CairoMudhal Mudhal Mudhal Vare gets award at the 33rd Cairo International Film Festival. It has claimed to be the first ever metro-movie in Tamil Industry. The film starring Satyajit and Anuja Iyer and directed by the debutant Krishnan Seshadri Gomatham wasSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 2:06 am Madhur Bhandarkar felicitated at Cairo Film FestMadhur Bhandarkar has returned to Mumbai after a week long trip to Cairo. He was in the city for the 33rd Cairo International Film Festival where he was felicitated for his contribution to cinema. Also, five of his films, namely ChandniSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:58 am Superman chronicles - from Smallville to MalegaonGood things come in small packets.Source: Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:53 am Karthika to become UrvashiIt seems to be sarcastic when the daughter of a popular yesteryear heroine claims that acting was not in her career plan. Its none other than Karthika, daughter of actress Radha, whose comment seems ironic. She, a trained Kathak dancer,Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:51 am Jacqueline Fernandez still with John Abraham?Director Sabal Shekhawat signed Aladin actress Jacqueline Fernandez opposite John Abraham in his next film. But now, both he and John are re-considering the decision. The time when Sabal decided on Jacqueline as the lead for his untitled film, he wasSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:47 am Minissha Lamba is the new face of Ever YuthThe very name of Minissha Lamba not just reflects beauty and grace, but also poise and magnetism. After having glorified the silver screen with her presence in Bollywood and after having launched a thousand products merely by saying 'cheese', the camera'sSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:47 am Abhay Deol parts ways with Preeti DesaiActor Abhay Deol has parted ways with his model girlfriend Preeti Desai after a few months of dating. The two met at Dev D’s success party.Preeti, who was Miss Great Britain 2006 and is born and brought up in London, movedSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:43 am Bhagyashree pays tribute in 26/11 videoLike most of the Mumbaikars Bollywood actress Bhagyashree has a 26/11 story to tell. The Maine Pyar Kiya actress was supposed to be at the Taj Mahal Hotel on the fateful night to celebrate hubby Himalaya Dasani's birthday. But as destinySource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:37 am Wish Shahrukh was here, says Makrand DeshpandeActor and director Makrand Deshpande would have loved to have superstar Shahrukh Khan for the premiere of his film 'Shahrukh Bola Tu Khoohbsurat Hai' at the 40th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) here.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:01 am Movie producer buys film rights of short storyAjay Devgn starrer 'Atithi Tum Kab Jaaoge?' is based on noted satirist Sharad Joshi's short story. To avoid any copyright problem, the maker of the film has bought film rights of the story.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 26 Nov 2009 | 1:01 am Get well soon: Akshay tells KatrinaBollywood actress Katrina Kaif is down with jaundice and missing from the promotions for her latest outing "De Dana Dan".Source: Entertainment News | 26 Nov 2009 | 12:17 am Timmy and Eesha exchange rings - StarBoxOffice.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 26 Nov 2009 | 12:12 am Sonu Nigaam composes song as tribute to MumbaiPaying tribute to Mumbai, a year after the 26/11 terror attack, singer Sonu Nigaam on Wednesday unveiled a song he has composed in memory of the victims and heroes.Source: Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:41 pm Islam is beautiful in my eyes: Ashish ChaudharyHe lost his sister and brother-in-law in the 26/11 attacks by Pakistani terrorists here last year. But Bollywood actor Ashish Chaudhary says barring a few rotten fish that spoil the whole pond, 'Islam is beautiful'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:01 pm Deepika Padukone cutting off ties with Ranbir? - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 25 Nov 2009 | 10:31 pm Aamir talks about being an 'idiot' in his next film - Indian Express
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 25 Nov 2009 | 9:07 pm 'Kurbaan' fails to impress audiences - Indian Express
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 25 Nov 2009 | 7:07 pm Superman chronicles - from Smallville to MalegaonGood things come in small packets. And sometimes they also come in unexpected casings. A case in point is 'Malegaon Ka Superman'. Made at a ridiculously low budget of Rs.1 lakh, it has travelled to several international film festivals and the maker claims that it can do better business than 'Slumdog Millionaire'.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm Violence spares no one, says Nandita Das - Times of India
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 25 Nov 2009 | 5:58 pm Why has Salman's yankee accent disappeared? - Times of India
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Source: Entertainment - Google News | 25 Nov 2009 | 2:16 pm Bollywood divided on capturing 26/11 on reelsA year after the country's entertainment capital witnessed one of the worst-ever terror attacks, Bollywood is still divided on whether it is the right to bring alive the 26/11 carnage on the silver screen.Source: | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:35 am Hide N Seek director on novel technique usedDirector Shawn Arranha is hoping to introduce a new fad in Bollywood with his movie Hide N Seek - in his directorial debut he has used a "claustrophobic technique" that injects audiences with a feeling that they are entrapped in a cube with no escape.Source: | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:25 am I don't make films for multiplexes: PriyadarshanPriyadarshan has no qualms in saying that he makes films for the common man and not for multiplex audiences. And he promises "ultimate confusion" in his latest laugh riot De Dana Dan.Source: | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:17 am Multiplexes killing Bollywood, say filmmakersTwo prominent Bollywood filmmakers - Manmohan Shetty and Bobby Bedi - have spoken against multiplexes and the high price of tickets, saying these two factors could destroy the industry.Source: | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:14 am Julie Andrews plans singing comebackJulie is said to be planning a singing comeback in London, 12 years after a throat operation to remove non-cancerous nodules from her vocal cords. It will be one of the most scrutinised shows next year.Source: | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:12 am Asin is bowled over by Wahida's charmSouthern beauty Asin Thottumkal, who shared the dais with Waheeda Rehman during the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), says that she was awestruck by the "beauty and grace" of the veteran Bollywood star.Source: | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:07 am Get well soon: Akshay tells KatrinaBollywood actress Katrina Kaif is down with jaundice and missing from the promotions for her latest outing 'De Dana Dan'. And her co-star Akshay Kumar was prompt in wishing her speedy recovery.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:03 am Sonu Nigaam composes song as tribute to MumbaiPaying tribute to Mumbai, a year after the 26/11 terror attack, singer Sonu Nigaam Wednesday unveiled a song he has composed in memory of the victims and heroes.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2009 | 11:02 am Om Puri is honest and childlike: Amitabh BachchanBollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who launched the controversial biography of Om Puri here, has lauded his contemporary's courage in revealing details about his personal life.Source: | 25 Nov 2009 | 10:55 am Kurbaan director Rensil D'Silva upset with UTVRensil D'Silva is upset with UTV, co-producers of his directorial debut Kurbaan, for dubbing into Hindi a crucial English-language classroom discussion on Islam and the Western world featuring Saif Ali Khan, Vivek Oberoi and caucasian Asian-American students.Source: | 25 Nov 2009 | 9:52 am Shilpa's gorgeous bridal look
Celebrity weddings are all the craze, what with the glitterati, the pomp and show, the paparazzi and the larger than life decor. Though it's also true that more and more celebrities are now opting for quieter, more family oriented celebrations. Does that make them want to look any lesser than living gods and goddesses? Guess not! Chandni Dev at Bollywood Hungama gives you the secret behind the gorgeous Shilpa Shetty's stunning bridal look.
It was a fairytale wedding, one that spoke volumes about the couple... how they wanted to make it nothing less than perfect and yet at the same time not be pompous. The date was set, the venue was set, the wedding invites were out and all that was left to be seen was the bride in all her loveliness.
We all have seen Shilpa dressed as a bride umpteen times in films but one still wonders what the actors would look like when they get married for real. It was anybody's guess - would Shilpa go in for the larger than life ghagra choli affair, embroidered to the hilt, in gold and loud mesh of colours? Or would she keep it low key and revel in the natural glow of a bride-to-be?
23rd of November gave away the mystery as Shilpa was received by her spouse Raj Kundra, not on a ghodi, but a chariot, in a royal sherwani, a Nikhil and Shantanu creation in maroon and gold. He arrived looking like a prince holding a kirpaan and sporting a kalgi on his turban, at the Khandala farmhouse of Shilpa's close friend Kiran Bawa. She looked every bit the bride, and not a showbiz biggie, in a Tarun Tahiliani creation.
Shilpa belongs to the Bunt community of Mangaloreans. Carrying the tradition forward she sported a brocade sari in burgundy and red with a gold zari border. In his truly signature style Tarun gave the sari a truly heavy bridal look but kept it from looking too bling. The sari was well draped, studded with swarovski pearls and studs and the beautiful pallu was neatly pleated on the shoulder with jewelled brooch, again typical Tarun.
The sari was accompanied with an almost backless choli with a plunging neckline which Shilpa accentuated with a heavy jadau necklace with a drop pendant. An equally bewitching kundan kamarband and kalgi shaped bajuband gave Shilpa a very traditional bejewelled bride look that she carried with style and smile and looked nothing less than an Indian princess, a look that is the prerogative of every bride. It's yet to be seen what Shilpa pulls on her reception that is scheduled to take place at the Grand Hyatt, Mumbai, an event that would be buzzing with the Who's who of Bollywood and the corporate world. Here's wishing the newly wed a happily married life!Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 25 Nov 2009 | 9:40 am Films, exhibitions in Delhi to mark Bhopal gas tragedyA three-day film festival on one of the worst industrial disasters, the Bhopal gas tragedy, will start in Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) this Sunday.Source: Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2009 | 9:31 am National Award winning films need better platform: Jahnu BaruaNoted Assamese filmmaker Jahnu Barua rues that there is no mechanism to screen National Award films in different parts of the country.Source: Entertainment News | 25 Nov 2009 | 9:15 am Shilpa-Raj's grand reception in Mumbai - Times of India
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 25 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am Nandita slams 'Firaaq' producers for not marketing filmNoted actress and director of 'Firaaq', Nandita Das Wednesday lashed out at her producers, Percept picture company, for not 'properly marketing' the film.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am Dancing With The Stars Winner: Osmond causes upsetDonny Osmond caused an upset as he emerged as the winner of the Dancing with the Stars 2009 season. Osmond triumphed over over singer Mya and Kelly Osborne in the event as his tango performance proved to be too good.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 25 Nov 2009 | 8:09 am I used to often get punished in school: Aamir KhanHe might be a superstar today, but Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has no qualms in admitting that he has undergone various punishments during his education days - from getting caned to kneeling down for the whole day.Source: IndiaeNews.com: Bollywood News | 25 Nov 2009 | 7:04 am Salman upset as he missed his dad's birthday for the first time
At the moment Salman is not happy with life at all. For the first time Salman Khan wasn't able to attend his father's birthday on November 24.
This year, Salim Saab turned 64, and the Khan parivar had planned to make it a grand celebration, what with Wanted being a huge moneyspinner for Salman. Dad's birthday and son's success would've made for a grand bash at the Khan's residence.
Unfortunately, Salman and Arbaaz are in Wai on the outskirts of Mumbai shooting for their home production Dabangg. And there was absolutely no way Salman could be allowed to return to Mumbai even for a few hours.
That left Salim Saab on his birthday with only son Sohail to keep him company.
Says Sohail, "I guess I got lucky. I got Dad all for myself on his birthday. Much as Salman and Arbaaz would've liked to be with Dad, there was no way they could leave the shooting in Wai and return on Tuesday for Dad's birthday without disrupting the schedule. We were just three days into the shoot and it couldn't be stopped."
While Salman seethed in Wai, Sohail drove back to Mumbai on Monday to bring in their father's birthday and to convey Salman and Arbaaz's best wishes to their father.
Says Sohail sentimentally, "The whole family makes it a point to be together by hook or crook for our parent's birthday. Anyway, Dad believes work comes first. But Salman and Arbaaz are very unhappy about the situation."
The family is getting ready for the release of Veer on January 26. "That's a big project for us," says Sohail. "We've worked really hard on it. After Dabangg, we want to start Partner 2. Everyone keeps telling us sequels ka zamana hai. Look how well the sequels to Golmaal have done! But until we're sure that the script will take us beyond the first Partner, we can't go ahead."
The entire Partner team is working on the sequel's storyline. "All of us, Salman, Govinda, David Dhawan and I, have been told to work on an idea. We'll go ahead with Partner 2 the minute one of us cracks the screenplay. Right now Partner is hot, and Salman Bhai is hotter," says Sohail proudly.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Nov 2009 | 5:45 am Katie Price Alex Reid split: Katie dumps Alex on live TVThe model Katie Price dumped her boyfriend Alex Reid on live TV and has now invoked the fury of his mother, who has called her cruel. The model, also known as Jordan, talked about her revelation with the jungle reality show's hosts Ant and Dec.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 25 Nov 2009 | 5:11 am Live Chat: Vivek Oberoi on November 27 at 1500 hrs IST
This talented actor has acting in his genes and this fact was proved when he started out with a bang playing the ruthless gangster in RGV's Company. He later went on to do a wide variety of roles in films like Saathiya, Masti, Dum, Yuva, Omkara and Shootout At Lokhandwala. He has worked with some of the best directors of this country such as Mani Ratnam, Ram Gopal Varma, Vishal Bhardwaj and Subhash Ghai. He is none other than Vivek Oberoi.
Vivek was recently seen in Karan Johar's Kurbaan where he impressed one and all with his acting prowess. Bollywood Hungama gives you an opportunity to get up, close and personal with Vivek Oberoi only on Celebrity Chat on Friday, November 27 at 1500hrs IST.
You simply don't wanna miss this one!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 25 Nov 2009 | 4:29 am
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