'Avatar' second higest grossing film ever after 'Titanic'

James Cameron's 3-D epic <I>Avatar</I> has become the second highest grossing film of all time by raking in USD 1.14 billion at the global box office.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 8:22 am

'3 Idiots' leaves mark on Nepal politics

Bollywood's current top-grossing film "3 Idiots", which has replaced James Cameron's "Avatar" in Nepal's cinemas, has now made its mark on the country's politics as well.
Source: Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 7:37 am

Zeta-Jones doesn't fancy young men

Hollywood actress Catherine Zeta-Jones doesn't find young men attractive as she feels they are &quot;selfish and narcissistic&quot;.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 7:06 am

I won't strip for a role again: Natalie

Natalie Portman has decided not to strip on screen because she doesn't like seeing her pictures on porn sites.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 7:00 am

Johnny Depp named decade's best actor

<I>The Pirates of the Caribbean</I> star Johnny Depp has been named the best actor of the decade at the annual People's Choice Awards.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 6:55 am

Akshay Kumar sashays with bevy of beauties in L'Officiel

Many attempted it, only a few succeeded, while many others are still trying, hoping against hope that they will succeed someday or the other. We are talking about 'The Unravelling of Akshay Kumar', which, incidentally, also happens to be the subject of this issue of L'Officiel! For those who wanted to know the 'real' Akki as compared to the 'reel' one, this issue definitely serves as one helluva' of a Bible! Well, Akki, in this free wheeling interview, speaks about the five things that he just cannot live without. Instead of playing a spoilsport, we shall be generous enough to mention three of them, which include Akki's mother, his son Aarav, wife Twinkle Khanna... and the rest of the two can be read in this glorious issue. Akshay, also talks about his idea of celebration, his take on fatherhood, his New Year resolutions, his attempts to save the planet, his take on those who rejected him during his struggling days etc... All in all, as we said, this issue is a must-must buy this season and you know the reason...Akshay Kumar!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 8 Jan 2010 | 6:36 am

Paris turns gas station attendant

At first it may look like Hollywood beauties Paris Hilton and Heidi Klum have fallen on some hard times and taken up ordinary jobs to sustain themselves.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 5:20 am

I am not afraid of languages, says Mira Nair!

Mira Nair – a name every Indian is proud of. The Indian film director and producer based in New York has been continuing to mark her presence in world cinema with the finest of movies.
Source: Zee News : Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 5:15 am

Reliance MediaWorks establishes UK presence; acquires London based Ilabs

Reliance MediaWorks Ltd., film and entertainment services company and a member of the Reliance ADA group has expanded and strengthened its international presence with the opening of a dedicated film and media services facility in London, UK that will offer front-end, processing, restoration, 2D to 3D conversion and post-production services to Broadcasters and Studios. The company has acquired the assets of ilab UK Ltd., one of only two film processing facilities operating in London's SOHO. The highly regarded ilab has been the lab of choice for high end processing for film, television, commercial and shorts productions. Commenting on this international expansion, Anil Arjun, CEO of Reliance MediaWorks said, "Our expansion is growing at a remarkable pace and we are happy to now be offering our services in UK, one of the world's leading post-production markets. Through Reliance MediaWorks UK we would provide next generation services for the local filmmakers and broadcasters, while also catering to Hollywood and Hindi film businesses." "The acquisition of iLabs not only allows us to strengthen our services portfolio in UK, but we are also fortunate to gain talent, experience and local learning that ilabs team brings onboard. We look forward to the creative synergies that integrating of UK operations would bring to the entire film and media services value chain that Reliance MediaWorks has developed across continents" Arjun added. Reliance MediaWorks UK has already secured image processing and restoration work for two high profile projects from leading UK broadcasters at Reliance MediaWork's LA-based subsidiary Lowry Digital, Hollywood's leading film restoration expert. Lowry Digital has handled projects for leading studios like Walt Disney, Paramount Pictures, MGM and 20th Century Fox and entertainment leaders like George Lucas, Steven Spielberg and James Cameron. Also recently, Lowry Digital has handled the restoration of footage sent back to Earth from Apollo 11, as part of the 40th anniversary celebrations of the mission for NASA. To further enhance the synergy between the services offered by Reliance MediaWorks across three continents, the company has established an optical fibre network, first of its kind, through Reliance Globalcom's Ethernet Private Line. This network has already been used for close to a year for distributing digital cinema releases of Indian films from Mumbai to the US.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 8 Jan 2010 | 3:57 am

Ishqiya is a bold film: Director

Abhishek Chaubey says that his film <i>Ishqiya</i> has turned out to be a bold movie because of the rural backdrop. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 3:52 am

Sanjay Gupta-Suparn Verma join hands for 'Avatar' inspired 3D horror flick

Avatar has done the trick. Not just has it created havoc at the global box office, it has also made many a filmmakers smell the coffee. The action adventure saga has registered its place in history as one of those films that has changed the very dimension of filmmaking. No wonder, Bollywood has also felt the impact, so much so that producer Sanjay Gupta has taken an early lead and announced his next film with director Suparn Gupta. Belonging to horror genre, this yet untitled 'live' film would be made in 3D format. This is not all as the duo wants to use the same technology with which James Cameron created Avatar and found worldwide recognition coming his way. Says Sanjay Gupta, "James Cameron has shown the world that what was being created till date is now so passé. It's time to move on, to explore newer opportunities, to touch new horizons. One has to move out of the comfort zone and one has to do it fast. This idea was brewing in Suparn's mind for quite some time and I was pretty much on board to produce the film for him." Traditionally, horror hasn't really made inroads in Hindi cinema in the way quintessential romantic film or an action drama has. Moreover, Sanjay Gupta has been known for making slick action flicks for last decade and a half. In such times, a step into horror genre and that too in 3D technology does sound a little too ambitious. "Today with the kind of all around acceptance that Avatar is getting all over, I am convinced that audiences are pretty much ready for the 3D experience", says Gupta in a confident tone, "However, we also need to pull up our socks when it comes to the technology that we use for capturing the frames. It has to be cutting edge and futuristic. Avatar has shown us that way and we have all the right intentions on bringing in that technology to Bollywood for the first time ever." For writer-director Suparn too, the film comes like a shot in the arm. His last release Acid Factory, which was made in collaboration with Mumbai Mantra, had turned out to be a mammoth disappointment at the box office in spite of quite a few decent reviews coming it's way. Just when one had thought that after his debut effort Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena and now Acid Factory, his direction career had come to naught, an offer like this extended by Sanjay Gupta must have been heartfelt. Apparently, this is not the first time that Suparn is dabbling with a horror subject. As a writer of diverse films like Zameen, Chhal, Janasheen, Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai? and Karam, he has dabbled with quite a few subjects. However, horror is something that was always his first love. In fact the very first script that he wrote belonged to horror genre and it was just incidental that he didn't film one. However, with the first decade of the new millennium coming to a close, he truly believes that horror is certainly in. "The script on which I am currently working is entirely different from the one I had written close to a decade back. However, that 'keeda' of making a horror flick remained. One man who has made a difference to my career as a writer is Stephen King. Look at the volume of work he boasts of. He has written a phenomenal 100 odd films and across genres. Can you beat that? It is people like King who make you feel so small in comparison. We lesser mortals are just starting off", says Suparn in awe. The film is expected to roll after April 2010 and the cast along with the title would be announced in due course of time. For Suparn, the film is a huge responsibility since he has to get it just right in his third film. Any lessons learnt from his first two efforts? "Yes, quite a few lessons have been learnt but one thing is for sure that there won't be any collaboration with Mumbai Mantra", he laughs away.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 8 Jan 2010 | 3:50 am

Now, Kareena in an animated avatar!

After Aamir Khan, his 3 Idiots co-star Kareena Kapoor will be the latest one to be seen as an animated character. She will be seen romancing Shah Rukh Khan in Anubhav Sinha's Ra 1.
Source: | 8 Jan 2010 | 3:39 am

"The gesture of sucking Arshad's thumb was so raunchy" - Vidya Balan

Vidya Balan who never touches alcohol shot for special risqué number entitled 'Ibn Batuta' in Ishqiya with her co-stars Naseeruddin Shah and Arshad Warsi. Says Vidya, "We shot the song last month after the entire shooting was completed. I don't drink and I had to act sozzled along with Naseer saab and Arshad." The track will be used in the opening and credit titles of Ishqiya. Says Vidya, "Arshad is a fab dancer. And Naseer saab was having a ball dancing to the song Vishal Bhardwaj had composed. I think the last time he danced was for 'Oye Oye' in Tridev. But you can't tell. He's so good. Both the guys were having so much fun, and I had to join in pretending to be totally drunk." The song came out so well that the director Abhishek Chaubhey was thinking of using it in the narrative. But since it didn't fit in, 'Ibn Batuta' will now just be part of the credit titles. That isn't the only daredevil thing Vidya has done in Ishqiya. This has to qualify as one of the most sensuous things a mainstream Hindi-film heroine is seen doing in any movie. In what Vidya Balan describes as the most blatant come-hither gesture she has ever seen any actress in Hindi cinema make, in Ishqiya she was required to take Arshad Warsi's thumb in her mouth and suck on it suggestively. Each time she did so in the rehearsals, Vidya would burst into uncontrollable giggles. And Arshad would join in. Recalls Vidya, "Fortunately, Arshad is a friend. We've gotten along well from the time we did Lage Raho Munnabhai together. I don't know if I'd have been able to do a scene like putting my co-star's finger in the mouth if it was some other actor. That gesture of sucking Arshad's thumb was so raunchy and sexy, and that's so not me, I couldn't connect with it all." That sense of non-connectivity, says Vidya, runs through her character in Ishqiya. "I play this rustic voluptuous woman. All my weight-loss happened after I did this film. I had to look filled up for this part. In Ishqiya, everything from the way I wore my saree to the way I looked at men, was alien to me. The role exposed me to a new way of interpreting a liberated woman. My character in Ishqiya may not know about feminism. But she's truly liberated." Vidya is now looking forward to the release of Ishqiya in January. "The director Abhishek Chaubhey had to constantly keep giving me a pep talk. Quite often I was stuck because of the language and content."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 8 Jan 2010 | 3:32 am

Review : Pyaar Impossible - NDTV.com

NDTV.com

Review : Pyaar Impossible NDTV.com At one point in Pyaar Impossible, Alisha, a hottie played by Priyanka Chopra asks major geek Abhay, played by Uday Chopra, "Tumhe lagta hai ki log ek doosre ko sirf khoobsurti ki wajah se chahte hain?" That's really shallow. She could have been talking ... Pyaar Impossible movie reviewSamayLive Priyanka Chopra opens up on Pyaar ImpossibleIndiaGlitz Uday makes foreign babe feel comfortableOneindia Bollywood Spice -India-Forums.com -Times of India all 67 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 8 Jan 2010 | 3:30 am

A tribute to Elvis Presley

With a style that combined his diverse musical influences and challenged the racial barriers of the time, he ushered in a new era of American music. We remember him on his 75th birth anniversary.
Source: | 8 Jan 2010 | 3:20 am

New taxes apart, an exciting year awaits Gujarat - Daily News & Analysis

Hindustan Times (blog)

New taxes apart, an exciting year awaits Gujarat Daily News & Analysis Though you may be cringing at the prospect of being pinched by the proposed new taxes, the state government has also chalked-out several reforms pertaining to better governance and people welfare. Gujarat has grand celebration plans for its golden ... Amitabh Bachchan turns Modi admirerTimes of India Amitabh won't re-enter politicsOneindia Big B all praise for Modi, to promote GujEconomic Times Calcutta Telegraph -stardustco.in -The Hindu all 82 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 8 Jan 2010 | 3:14 am

Pamela calls herself a drugstore whore

New York, (ANI): Baywatch babe Pamela Anderson has branded herself a drugstore whore. The 42-year-old actress, who will appear at two Philadelphia Rite-Aid stores to launch low-budget fragrances, says she worships drugstores. "I am a drugstore whore. I worship drugstores. You have
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:52 am

Priyamani shooting Eno Onthara with Ganesh

Popular South Indian actress Priyamani is teaming up with Golden star Ganesh in her second Kannada movie, which is titled Eno Onthara. The shooting of the movie is progressing briskly in Mysore. Both the stars have tasted success in there recent
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:51 am

Indian theatre music takes in more from the world

From Bal Gandharv, who gave the Marathi stage a definite musical genre in the early 20th century, to eminent music director Bhaskar Chandavarkar, who fused traditional Indian music with western jazz and folk, Indian theatre music has acquired a more global face.
Source: Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:50 am

Saif worried about Agent Vinod

Saif Ali Khan is worried now. The actor, who had relaxed for a fair bit after Love Aaj Kal was a hit, is now tensed. He didn’t sign any films after Love Aaj Kal merely because he thought the scripts were
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:42 am

Norah Jones compromise with neighbours

New York, (ANI): American singer Norah Jones has decided to compromise with her neighbours and to amend her controversial city-approved plan to add 10 windows to a side wall of her house. Jones, 30, had wanted to tear down a
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:38 am

Pyaar Impossible, Hello Hum Lallan Bol Rahe Hain set to tickle

Two comedy movies were released for movie buffs this Friday. One is dependent totally on the strength of the actor Rajpal Yadav and the other on its banner and theme. One tries to woo the middle class and the other targets the youngsters.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:37 am

Chukkalanti Ammayi Chakkanaina Abbayi completes shooting

Tarun and Vimala Raman are playing the lead in Chukkalanti Ammayi Chakkanaina Abbayi directed by Kanmani and produced by RajKumar Harwani and Gogineni Srinivas under the joint banner of Supreme Movies and Pranav Studios. The film had completed its shooting recently.Speaking
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:32 am

Lady Gaga, Boy George to perform together

London (ANI): Singer Lady Gaga is set to share the stage with English musician Boy George, it has emerged. The pair may perform together at a concert in London's O2 Arena in February."GaGa has always been a fan and now he's
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:26 am

I like being with girls: Shah Rukh Khan

Seated at a restaurant in London surrounded by some 10 women, including his wife Gauri, when Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh says that he &quot;likes being with girls&quot;, you simply have to believe him. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:24 am

Rajnikanth bids farewell to Vishnuvardhan - Rediff

Thaindian.com

Rajnikanth bids farewell to Vishnuvardhan Rediff The sudden demise of Dr Vishnuvardhan has left many fans and those close to the Kannada actor shattered. One such person is Tamil super star Rajnikanth [ Images ] who could visit the late actor's house only after his return from a long shooting ... Rajnikanth consoles Kannada superstar Vishnuvardhan's familyTimes of India Rajinikanth visits Vishnuvardhan's familyGalatta.com “Vishnuvardhan advised me to act in Tamil,” RajinikanthOneindia Daily News & Analysis -Express Buzz -Deccan Herald all 49 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:20 am

'Yeh Rishta Kya... ' goes silent for special episode

We have heard of silent films, but a silent TV show? A special episode of popular drama <I>Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai</I> has been shot without any dialogues to depict a grave turn in the story.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:16 am

Keanu Reeves wins paternity lawsuit

Melbourne (ANI): Hollywood star Keanu Reeves has won the 3-million-dollar paternity lawsuit filed by a Canadian woman. Karen Sala had claimed she had a sexual relationship with Reeves during and after her marriage and that they lived together, which the Matrix
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:15 am

I'm not making a social statement with 'Ishqiya': Director

Debutant Bollywood director Abhishek Chaubey says that his film "Ishqiya" has turned out to be a bold movie because of the rural backdrop.
Source: Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:14 am

Hinduja Group's In Entertainment appoints Sunir Kheterpal as CEO

The Hinduja Group has announced appointment of Sunir Kheterpal as the CEO of IN Entertainment, an entity which will consolidate all the Group's Content Business. Sunir comes on board from Reliance BIG Entertainment, where he set up the international and domestic distribution business for the Group, before moving on to managing key co-production relationships at BIG Pictures. Sunir is an alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad (Class of 1997) and has previously worked in the banking and financial services industry with Bank of America, Rabobank and YES Bank. The Hinduja Group plans to invest 250 crores in the Content Business over the next 2 to 3 years and Sunir will spearhead its aggressive growth plans in the media and entertainment space. The Group has had a long association with India's entertainment industry by way of film financing, production and distribution. The Group also owns InCable, which is one of India's largest Cable Distribution companies. IN Entertainment will be primarily engaged in the content development, financing and production, both for films and TV, through Serendipity Films as well as co-productions with existing production houses. It will also acquire distribution rights of foreign films for India. Once the content pipeline starts getting readied, there are plans to roll out worldwide film distribution capabilities. IN Entertainment will also house assets pertaining to the cable video channel, CVO, cable shopping channel, Shop 24 Seven, and movie licensing through Cablemaster. On 26th February, IN Entertainment will be releasing Serendipity Film's highly anticipated TEEN PATTI, staring Amitabh Bachchan, R. Madhavan and Sir Ben Kingsley and introducing Dhruv Ganesh, Shraddha Kapoor, Siddharth Kher and Vaibhav Talwar. IN Entertainment has India distribution rights for over 75 English films and Cable TV rights of more than 500 Hindi films along with over 30 negative rights of films.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 8 Jan 2010 | 2:04 am

Lindsay to star in child trafficking documentary

London, (ANI): Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan is to front a documentary, focusing on child trafficking in India. The Mean Girls star has travelled across the continent interviewing the people involved in trying to find solutions to the illegal trade, reports the
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 1:55 am

Marianne Faithfull to apologise to Kate Moss

Melbourne (ANI): Marianne Faithfull has announced that she's going to apologise to her former friend Kate Moss for calling her a vampire. Popular as Rolling Stones star Mick Jagger’s ex, Faithfull, 63, branded the skinny supermodel a "vampire" and accused her
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 1:53 am

Charlie Sheen ordered to testify in person

Washington (ANI): Actor Charlie Sheen’s bid to testify through the phone at an upcoming hearing has failed, and he has been ordered to appear in court in person. His lawyer, Richard Cummins filed a motion earlier this week requesting permission for
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 8 Jan 2010 | 1:50 am

'I don't want to make depressing films for my fans' - Rediff

Hindustan Times

'I don't want to make depressing films for my fans' Rediff Salman Khan gave one of the biggest hits of 2009 with Wanted. It almost made us forget his next two duds -- Main Aurr Mrs Khanna and London Dreams. Now with the new year comes new releases. January 22 will see Salman in Veer, a movie written by the ... Salman Khan VEER jockeying at Mahalakshmi racecourse, Aamir effect??stardustco.in Salman Khan: The 'Veer' Gyaan!Entertainment and Showbiz! 'Veer' also has a social message behind it: Salman KhanIndian Express IndiaGlitz -Oneindia -Times of India all 143 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 8 Jan 2010 | 1:48 am

19th Annual Tucson International Jewish Film Festival

The 19th Annual Tucson International Jewish Film Festival is commencing on 14th of January. It is scheduled to run till 31st Jan.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 8 Jan 2010 | 1:48 am

Bollywood's duplicates tired of 'comedian image'

They may have got a glimpse of stardom, but just looking like their favourite heroes is not enough, say Bollywood's "duplicates" who are tired of being seen as nothing but comedians.
Source: Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 1:47 am

Review : Dulha Mil Gaya - NDTV.com

Reuters India (blog)

Review : Dulha Mil Gaya NDTV.com Dulha Mil Gaya is a film caught in a time warp both literally and figuratively. The much-delayed movie is a bargain-basement version of Yash Chopra-Karan Johar movies from the late 1990s. So we have misguided, materialistic NRIs who are reformed by a ... Dulha Mil Gaya... and then what went wrong?Rediff Review: Dulha Mil Gaya has its momentsDaily News & Analysis Dulha Mil GayaOneindia GlamSham -Reuters India (blog) -Times of India all 60 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 8 Jan 2010 | 1:26 am

Kareena Kapoor gets animated - GlamSham

Hindustan Times

Kareena Kapoor gets animated GlamSham She's the size zero babe of bollywood. Known for her curves and hot-affairs, Kareena Kapoor will be seen in a new avatar in the film RA-ONE starring Shahrukh in the lead. Buzz is that Kareena Kapoor will be seen in an animated avatar in the film. ... Aamir is a lucky charm for Kapoor sistersOneindia The gal will soon be seen as a puppet in the hands of our Baadshah…IndiaGlitz Kareena, the fantasy lover!Times of India Indiainfo.com -Bollywood Spice -Bollywood News (blog) all 20 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 8 Jan 2010 | 12:29 am

Pyaar Impossible Review - An average movie

Pyaar Impossible has hit the screens today, January 8. The Uday Chopra and Priyanka Chopra starrer film has been written by Uday Chopra. The story is about a beauty and a geek. An average movie, which can be missed.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 8 Jan 2010 | 12:20 am

Amitabh Bachchan turns Modi admirer

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi has a new fan - Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan.
Source: Entertainment News | 8 Jan 2010 | 12:13 am

The end of a glorious era in Assam's cine-journalism

A pall of gloom descended on the entire movie and cultural world of Assam in northeastern India with the demise of veteran cine-journalist and cultural writer Pabitra Kumar Deka who was revered by one and all in the fraternity.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 7 Jan 2010 | 11:56 pm

Surya 'an Idiot' in 3 Idiots remake - Oneindia

Indiainfo.com

Surya 'an Idiot' in 3 Idiots remake Oneindia Aamir was raised high with his performance in Ghajini, the remake of Tamil movie. Surya did the role in Tamil. And now for the counter return Surya will be doing the Aamir role in the 3 Idiots Tamil remake. Yes, Surya is to become one among the 3 ... 3 Idiots to be remade in Tamil?Sify Chetan, Aamir now neighboursTimes of India Surya is Aamir Khan Rancho in 3 IDIOTS Tamil version??stardustco.in Indian Express -Business Standard -Indiainfo.com all 31 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 7 Jan 2010 | 11:35 pm

Genelia hits out at Shahid Kapoor - Oneindia

SantaBanta.com

Genelia hits out at Shahid Kapoor Oneindia Ken Ghosh's next directorial venture Chance Pe Dance starring Shahid Kapoor and Genelia D'Souza is ready to hit the theatres next week. The title of the movie explains it all in nutshell but at a recent promotional event Shahid and Genelia were put in ... Shahid Kapoor Recounts His Days Of Struggleindia-server.com Struggling days difficult yet memorable: ShahidTimes of India ''Chance Pe Dance' not biopic on Shahid Kapoor'NDTV.com Rediff -Hindustan Times -Daily News & Analysis all 187 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 7 Jan 2010 | 9:37 pm

Dabboo Ratnani's calendar - Times of India

Hindustan Times

Dabboo Ratnani's calendar Times of India B-Town photographer Dabboo Ratnani's annual New Year offering is out, his calendar. This 11th year of capturing, rakes in a lot of hoop-holla with who's who of B'wood featuring on it, let's have a look... After having scorched the silver screen with ... Bollywood chic in black and whiteIndia Today Daboo Ratnani launches 2010 calendarSify Celebs lose colour, pick up style in 2010 calendarRediff Oneindia -Hindustan Times -Entertainment and Showbiz! all 18 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 7 Jan 2010 | 8:02 pm

Expo organisers, CP facelift to blame for jam: cops - Indian Express

MSN India

Expo organisers, CP facelift to blame for jam: cops Indian Express Below the giant posters announcing the arrival of the “winged” Mercedes at the Auto Expo in Pragati Maidan, hundreds of cars stand choc-a-bloc in one of the worst traffic jams in the city. As the jam continued for the second day on Thursday, ... Auto Expo 2010 musingsLivemint Auto expo, CP work trigger massive jamsTimes of India Delhi crawls to a standstillHindustan Times Frontline -Press Trust of India -Apun Ka Choice all 34 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 7 Jan 2010 | 7:14 pm

Paris Hilton, Doug Reinhardt may tie the knot

According to reports, socialite Paris Hilton is all set to tie the knot with boyfriend Doug Reinhardt. Hilton has said she is looking forward to a bright future with Doug, and they may wed by end of this year.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 7 Jan 2010 | 1:58 pm

Paa declared tax free by Modi govt

Gujarat government today declared Amitabh Bachchan's Bolywood movie <I>Paa</I> tax free in the state. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Jan 2010 | 12:44 pm

I'm eager to know people's response to 'Abohomaan': Rituparno Ghosh

After travelling to various international film festivals, Rituparno Ghosh's "Abohomaan", which explores the nuances of relationships, is set for commercial release on Jan 22.
Source: Entertainment News | 7 Jan 2010 | 11:41 am

Rajnikanth consoles Kannada superstar's family

Tamil movie icon Rajnikanth visited the house of late Kannada film superstar Vishnuvardhan, who died recently following a heart attack, to console his family members.
Source: Entertainment News | 7 Jan 2010 | 11:22 am

Curtis Sliwa to return as morning show host

Curtis Sliwa will be hosting the new morning show on 50,000 watt News/Talker from 5 am to 9 am on AM 970 The Apple. He will join 'The Talk of New York' show beginning January 11.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 7 Jan 2010 | 11:04 am

'My look in 'Pyaar...' inspired by Shimit Amin'

Uday Chopra, who will be seen as a geek in forthcoming film <I>Pyaar Impossible</I>, says that his look on screen is inspired by <I>Chak De! India</I> director Shimit Amin.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 7 Jan 2010 | 10:57 am

Uday's Pyaar Impossible look inspired by Chak De! director

Uday Chopra, who is portraying a geek in Pyaar Impossible, says that his look on screen is inspired by Chak De! India director Shimit Amin.
Source: | 7 Jan 2010 | 10:10 am

Will they come together?

Their chance encounter at an awards function last month was sign enough of the chill thawing. And now, actors Akshay Kumar and Priyanka Chopra may be getting ready to revive their on-screen sizzling chemistry after six years.
Source: | 7 Jan 2010 | 10:01 am

Life Goes On wins Best Film award at Pravasi film fest

Sharmila Tagore and Soha Ali Khan starrer Life Goes On has been declared the Best Film at the Pravasi Film Festival which concluded today.
Source: | 7 Jan 2010 | 10:00 am

Richard Gere campaigns to turn Bodh Gaya into vegetarian zone

Hollywood star Richard Gere, who is in Bodh Gaya in Bihar to attend a five-day discourse on Buddhism by Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, today supported the demand to turn the town where Buddha attained enlightenment into a vegetarian zone.
Source: Entertainment News | 7 Jan 2010 | 9:59 am

Pradeep Sarkar film for Yash Raj Films on schedule

Bollywood's premier production house Yash Raj Films has rubbished reports that their next project with director Pradeep Sarkar has been postponed.
Source: | 7 Jan 2010 | 9:58 am

3 Idiots tops Britain's Christmas viewings

Aamir Khan starrer Hindi film 3 Idiots has retained its position in the top 10 of the British box office in week two after eclipsing Hollywood's Avatar in Christmas viewing charts.
Source: | 7 Jan 2010 | 9:55 am

Modi watches Paa

Gujarat’s Chief Minister Narendra Modi watched Paa on Wednesday with actor Amitabh Bachchan.
Source: | 7 Jan 2010 | 9:51 am

Sam Mendes to direct next Bond movie?

The British director, married to Kate Winslet, is rumoured to be the front-runner to take charge of the next instalment of the spy franchise that will have Daniel Craig in the lead.
Source: | 7 Jan 2010 | 9:45 am

Upcoming Twilight sequel's script leaked online?

The script of the third instalment of the hit vampire series Twilight has reportedly been leaked on the Internet, sending fans into a frenzy.
Source: | 7 Jan 2010 | 9:36 am

Game Review: Desi Adda

Abiding their venture into developing games with Indian context, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe launched Desi Adda: Games of India, developed by an Indian Game Development Studio, GameShastra Solutions Pvt Ltd, for the two PlayStation console formats PS2 and PSP. This is the second time Sony Computer Entertainment Europe is working with an Indian game development after the release of Hanuman, the Boy Warrior. Desi Adda: Games of India originates from the inspiration drawn from the customary games of India on to a present-day platform. The significance about such traditional games is that it will help widen the scope both the awareness of the PlayStation as well as widen the gaming market, among the young Indians. Desi Adda has a story mode in which the central character is a kid of Indian origin, NRI, named Avinash, who makes ups his mind to spend some time in a small Indian village. The story has all the rudiments one would come across in a retro Bollywood thriller. This plot is accompanied by visuals that look evenly fresh, with molds and scenarios that are more pertinent a decade back. The game includes various mini-games incorporated in them like Kite Flying, Dancing, Gilli Danda and Pachisi. Other mini-games showcased are Aadu Puli Aatam (Goat and the Tiger) and Kabaddi. Dancing is a "bonus game" that can be unlocked by finishing the story mode. This mode is in reality the show-stopper of the title. This mini-game is based on a note matching format witnessed in games like Dance Mela. The game uses an amalgamation of front buttons and the D-pad. The controls were not very receptive though. Kite Flying, comes in two modes: kite fighting, where the aim is to grind down another challenging kite; and kite flying, needing you to burst a set of balloons within the given time limit. Gilli Danda, at first look, seems the most appealing of the bunch. It has you along three or four other competitors on the scoreboard. Though the game lacks a depth-perception in the graphics, the awkward and unpredictable physics of the Gilli makes it a fun experience. The last game is Pachisi - apparent to the Mahabharata fame. It's a game played with rectangular dices, a board with squares on it and each player is represented on the board with four pieces each, Ludo of the epic times, so to be said. The game is intended to work on a blend of luck and tactics both. But the entire package maltreats any significance and gusto in a player as it doesn't really seems to be worth the money at all. And with this launch after Hanuman, we can only sit down to wonder the extent of development of major title from our soil. But keeping the hope alive, one can only say: Maybe, and just maybe, third time will prove lucky for us... Rating: 
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 7 Jan 2010 | 8:39 am

My look in 'Pyaar...' inspired by Shimit Amin: Uday Chopra

Uday Chopra, who will be seen as a geek in forthcoming film "Pyaar Impossible", says that his look on screen is inspired by "Chak De! India" director Shimit Amin.
Source: Entertainment News | 7 Jan 2010 | 8:23 am

"Veer is father-son relationship drama" - Salman Khan

Interviewing Salman Khan is akin to sitting on a roller-coaster ride for the first time ever; in both cases you never know what to expect. On a good day, Salman may talk nineteen to the dozen, and on an off-day, he may just decide to get up and leave mid-way. Luckily for me, Salman was in his element when I met him for an exclusive interview at Mehboob Studios. Dressed in a body hugging red tee and jeans, Sallu sat relaxed even as hordes of journos began to get restless waiting for their turn. When my turn came, the wait was worth it as Salman took off like never before speaking on his relationship with his dad Salim Khan, his favorite period films and what can easily be described as a special film of his career- Veer. Read on to find out more... Veer as a film must be extra-special to you considering that you have written the story of the film. When did the idea of Veer first germinate in your mind? Long time ago...in fact much before I became an actor...those were the days when I was planning to become a director. You had earlier written the story of films like Baaghi in the nineties. What took you so long to write the film considering that it's being made now after nearly two decades? It didn't take me long or anything like that. I wrote the basic story of Veer many years ago but during those days no one dared to make films of such a lavish scale and the writing of Veer is such that it had to be made on a large scale. I wrote the basic story of Veer many years ago but during those days no one dared to make films of such a lavish scale and the writing of Veer is such that it had to be made on a large scale. So how did the project take off? I happened to narrate the story idea to Vijay Galani (the producer). He really liked it and decided that we should do this film. Since you are the story writer of the film, there could be no better person to ask about the story than you...so would you please elaborate on what Veer is all about? Veer is an epic love story of a warrior but I would like to believe that at the heart of it Veer is a father-son relationship drama. Even the earlier film which I wrote Baaghi was a father-son relationship drama. I truly believe that a father and son should be best of friends yet there should be respect. My father and I share such a relationship. We chill together, party together, share a drink together and have fun but yet I know where to draw the line. I remember...I think it was during Class 7 or 8; I was holidaying in Indore when my mid-term results came out and unfortunately I failed. I was petrified of what dad would say. But my father was really sweet. He said 'Beta Agli Baar Zara Dhyaan Se Padhna. Right now don't worry and mess up your holiday.' I truly believe that a father and son should be best of friends yet there should be respect. You have been known as the epitome of fitness in Bollywood....any extra effort put in to get in shape for your character in Veer? I totally stopped weight-lifting and started doing free hand dumbbells, push-ups and very heavy squatting. You of course play the title role but have two new ladies opposite you...Zarine Khan and Lisa Lazarus...how has been the experience working with two new girls? Oh...it's been an absolutely lovely experience. Won't you want to be in my shoes? (smiles). Apparently, you asked Zarine to feast on chocolates and put on some weight for this role? Zarine was quite thin like most girls today but for her character of an Indian princess we needed someone who is slightly well-built. If you look at yesteryears' princesses, they weren't skinny; they were all hatti-katti. Hence, Zarine had to gain some weight to look the part. Veer also stars two actors you are quite close to Mithun da and Jackie Shroff...how has it been working with them once again? Oh! It was fantastic. I had a blast working with Mithunda and Jackieda. They are both fantastic actors. They are senior to me yet we are close friends and I must say that Mithunda is the world's best chef. Zarine was quite thin like most girls of today but for her character of an Indian princess we needed someone who is slightly well-built. Hence she had to gain some weight to look the part. Veer has some really melodious tracks by your favorite composers Sajid- Wajid, they seem to have re-defined themselves with this film...what say? Veer is a different kind of a film hence the music had to be different. We had to stick to the sounds of the era the film is set in. Sajid-Wajid are really talented guys. They come from musical gharanas. They have kept melody as their focus and the results are there for everyone to hear and see With Veer you have taken to blogging...how are you enjoying it? Oh its lovely...I am enjoying every moment of it. Have you read my blogs? Of course...a notable feature of your blogs has been the fact that you have kept the language very simple and lucid. Yes. I believe that one should write in a language that everybody understands. A blog is not for showing off my vocabulary. It's for me to stay connected with my fans. I am not writing the blog to win some Nobel Prize in literature or something. My blog is for my fans. Many-a-times when you focus on your writing style too much, you end up deviating from the core topic. The way I write is exactly the way I speak, which is simple. No point writing in a flowery language to prove that I have a very good command of English as a language. A blog is not for showing off my vocabulary. It's for staying connected with my fans. I am not writing the blog to win some Nobel Prize in literature or something. Do you get time to respond to your fans' comments? Oh yes...I read all of them and try and respond to most of them. Since Veer is a period flick, could you name a few of your favorite period films? Oh there are many...Taras Bulba, Spartacus, Ben-Hur, Lawrence of Arabia etc etc. And what about some of Bollywood's period films? Yahan pe do period films bani hai...ek Mughal-e-Azam, doosri Dharam-Veer and the third one is Veer. Finally ...the title Veer signifies bravery...what in your opinion is Veerta all about? See...the basic problem with us Indians is that when we see somebody being beaten up by ten other people, we don't bother to get up and help. We say, 'Jaane Do Yaar...Kya Farak Padta Hai'. When the same thing happens to us, it becomes a matter of concern. This chalta hai attitude towards everything can be quite dangerous for the future of our country. We need people to take responsibility and stand up for their rights saying, 'This is my country and it's my responsibility to make it work.' Do you think today's politicians are doing a good job? Oh yes...some of them are. The second generation and third generation of politicians are really rocking. People like Mrs. Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Sachin Pilot, Milind Deora, Praful Patel, Sushil Kumar Shinde, Satyajit Singh Gaikwad and Jyotiraditya Scindia are all doing a great job. Since you are so attached towards social issues, will we see you entering politics? Nahin baba...I am happy with my charitable organization...'Being Human'.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 7 Jan 2010 | 8:09 am

Shruti Haasan sizzles on Elle cover

Shruti Hassan is 24 and one film old. Judge her by this and you'd be mistaken. The brown-eyed beauty lets her hair down for this month's issue of Elle and gives us a peek into her world: her career in music, star parents and her insecurities about not fitting into Bollywood. The daughter of legendary Tamil actor-director Kamal Hassan and actress Sarika, Shruti has a keen ear for music. Bob Dylan, Pink Floyd, Tamil music and RD Burman find place on her CD rack. On doing the music for her father's remake of A Wednesday, the singer-songwriter-composer tells the mag, "After doing the music for a film, it kind of changes your perspective on your own music... I've found a new phase in my life, I've found a new sound, and now I'm setting up a new band." The gorgeous starlet is looking forward to B-town, going through film scripts in Mumbai. "It's really about doing something that makes sense to me and focusing on that. I'm exited to see what Bollywood comes up with for me." And does she feel that she might not fit in? "I have always felt in general that I might not fit in, in life", she states.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 7 Jan 2010 | 8:01 am

Russell arranged elephant ride for Perry in India

When comic actor Russell Brand proposed to singer Katy Perry on their visit to India, he planned it in true desi style by buying an Indian dress and arranging a horse carriage and an elephant ride for his girlfriend.
Source: Entertainment News | 7 Jan 2010 | 5:36 am

Live Chat: Genelia D'Souza on January 8 at 1700 hrs IST

We saw her as the young, bubbly, youthful collegiate in Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Naa opposite Imran Khan. Their chemistry reminded us of the Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak. Such was the potential and prowess shown by Genelia in her comeback film that the whole of B-town was abuzz with just one name Genelia D'Souza. The world of films isn't new for this 20 something. She has made quite a name for herself down south and is all set to recreate her magic in the Hindi film industry as well. Her latest venture is Chance Pe Dance where her fans will see her shaking a leg with the current female heartthrob Shahid Kapoor. Whether the magic of Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Naa will be recreated in Chance Pe Dance, is for you to ask and for Genelia to answer. Bollywood Hungama gives you an exclusive opportunity to chat with Genelia herself as she talks about her experience of working with Shahid and the world of cinema. Genelia will be Live on Video Chat on Friday, January 8, at 1700 hrs IST.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 7 Jan 2010 | 4:48 am

Live Chat: Ken Ghosh on January 8 at 1500 hrs IST

This director brought Shahid Kapoor into the limelight with his peppy college romance Ishq Vishk and then followed it up with the intriguing love triangle Fida. After using Shahid's dancing funk to the hilt in Ishq Vishk, he is back again with a dance-based film, Chance Pe Dance starring the jodi of Shahid and Genelia. Ken Ghosh, the man of the moment, will be on Bollywood Hungama's LIVE video chat on January 8 at 1500 hrs IST. Don't miss it!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 7 Jan 2010 | 4:29 am

Hawaii to host Bollywood film festival

Launched in 1927, the Honolulu Academy of Arts is Hawaii's (USA) premier art museum, with a collection of over 50,000 works. Dr. Stephen Little is the Director while Lynne Johnson is Chairman Board of Trustees.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 7 Jan 2010 | 3:55 am

Wishing Bipasha Basu a very happy Birthday

Sexy, Sultress and absolutely breathtaking. Bipasha is all that a Diva is cut out to be. Bipasha quit the modelling world to reign as a superstar in Bollywood and that too on her own terms. She took each day as it came and every criticism to her initial films as a learning experience. She won the Filmfare Best Debut Award with her first film Ajnabee and from there on there was no looking back. Whether it was her intense performance in Raaz, her comedy act in No Entry, or whether it was her sensual act in Jism, Bipasha proved her acting prowess in every genre of cinema. Bollywood feels proud to have such a talent in its fraternity and today (Jan 7) being this dusky doe's birthday, Bollywood Hungama wishes her many more successful ventures ahead:
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 7 Jan 2010 | 3:18 am

Aryan Vaid plays gay superstar based on a Bollywood icon

Keep guessing. In a rather shady underproduction film called Dunno Y...Na Jaane Kyun, Aryan Vaid plays a happily- married Bollywood superstar who likes to sleep with male aspirants. It's not that Aryan, now happily married to an American photo-journalist (blessedly female) is shy of naming the iconic superstar on whom his character is based. Aryan happily names the inspiration for his gay character. "He's happily married. But it's quite often whispered that he swings both ways. My character is a closet-bisexual. But the cover is blown when the camera catches me in a bathtub with a star aspirant." Aryan's introductory sequence has him nude in a bathtub with a wannabe star played by Kapil Sharma. "I'm supposed to be nude. But I wore my shorts. The aspirant wonders what the super-star's wife would think if she saw us together like this? The superstar replies, "Oh she knows I do this. She does her own thing. I do my own." Ironically, the young actor who plays the aspirant in the tub is the director's brother. Aryan says Kapil Sharma had no inhibitions about getting into the bathtub and making love with the senior actor although Kapil's brother was directing it. "Kapil was quite cool. So was Sanjay, the director, although they're brothers." The sequence required the heterosexual Vaid to make out with Kapil. "On that very day my American wife Alexandra decided to drop in on the sets. When she saw me almost nude in the bath tub with another nude guy, she first freaked out and then burst out laughing. I shudder to think what impression she formed of our cinema." Dunno Y...Na Jaane Kyun purports to be an expose on the film industry. Bollywood seems to be shedding its skin. But the question is what is an actress of Zeenat Aman's calibre doing in a film like this?
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 7 Jan 2010 | 3:03 am