DiCaprio has no time for family

Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio is too busy with his acting career to think about starting a family yet.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 8:15 am

Mallika Sherawat bags role opposite 'Avatar' star Laz Alonso

Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat is continuing her Hollywood stint with "Love, Barack" - she has been cast opposite "Avatar" star Laz Alonso in the political comedy.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 8:12 am

Depp to make documentary on Keith Richards

Johnny Depp is set to direct a documentary on rock legend Keith Richards, who has given his nod for the project. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 7:26 am

Court issues contempt notice to Prasar Bharati CEO

The Delhi High Court today issued a contempt notice to Prasar Bharati CEO B.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 6:53 am

Live Chat: Abhishek Chaubey on February 4 at 1300 hrs IST

He is what one can term as the restless souls of the Gen-Next school of filmmaking. We are talking about the highly talented Abhishek Chaubey, the man who has become the toast of every occasion with his directorial debut vehicle Ishqiya, a film that is setting its own standards ever since day one. Having worked on the screenplays of films like Omkara and Kaminey, Abhishek is definitely the talent to watch out for in the days to come. Bollywood Hungama gives you a chance to get up, close and personal with the man who is all set to rewrite history with Ishqiya. Your date with the man stands still on February 4 at 1300 hrs IST.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 3 Feb 2010 | 6:40 am

Jim Carrey, Ewan Mcgregor get French honour

Jim Carrey and Ewan Mcgregor have received the French government's highest honours in recognition of their contributions to the movie industry. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 6:27 am

Clooney's Batman & Robin voted worst film ever

Hollywood actor George Clooney's film <i>Batman & Robin</i> has been voted the worst film of all time in a new poll. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 6:26 am

Live Chat: Vidya Malvade February 4 at 1530 hrs IST

Vidya Malvade's first film Inteha may not have garnered her with ample attention and fan mails but one film that changed the entire equation was Yash Raj Films' smash hit Chak De India. This 'sporting' role was followed up by her portrayal of Sanjay Dutt's wife and Minissha Lamba's mom in Sanjay Gadhvi's Kidnap. For the uninitiated lot, Vidya is the same PYT, who, after making a splash in the ad world with the likes of FMCGs like Maska Chaska, Thums Up, Kitkat, Hyundai Santro, Anne French, Ponds, Videocon, Pepsi, Hyundai Accent... made an impressive splash in Bollywood. The good news is that she is back in Striker in which she plays Siddharth's sister. Bollywood Hungama gives you a chance to get up, close and personal with Vidya Malvade for an exclusive video chat. Do remember your time with the gorgeous lady stands confirmed on February 4 at 1530 hrs IST.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 3 Feb 2010 | 6:20 am

Omi's 'Space Cowboy' outfit up for grabs on ebay

Omi Vaidya not only impressed one and all with his brilliant performance of Chatur Ramalingam in the blockbuster 3 Idiots but also was the star attraction at the recently held 16th Annual Star Screen Awards. Not only did Omi bag two awards that night (Best Actor in a Comic Role and Best Debutant- Male) but he also kept everyone in splits when he hosted one segment of the show along with his 3 Idiots co-star Madhavan. Omi and Maddy were both dressed in wacky costumes with Omi's 'Space Cowboy' garnering special attention. For all those who loved that costume, here is a golden opportunity to get your hands on it. The costume worn by the actor at the Star Screen Awards has been put up on sale on ebay by the actor himself and is up for grabs. The 'Space Cowboy' outfit as Omi likes to call it is made up of intricate hand-woven Indian bead work and fine Indian fabrics. The highest bidder not only gets to take home the costume but also gets a personally autographed photo of Omi. Part of the proceeds of the auction will also go to an orphan charity. So for all those wanting to take a piece of Chatur Ramalingam home here is your best chance. Just go and grab it.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 3 Feb 2010 | 6:17 am

Deol's are a misfit in today's Bollywood: Sunny Deol

His father Dharmendra often got compared to a Greek god and the string of action hits he delivered is unmatched till date but actor Sunny Deol feels that in today's scenario his family is a misfit in Bollywood. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 6:13 am

Indian poverty under Oscar scanner again

There's no blockbuster like "Slumdog Millionaire" in the reckoning but India's poverty story is again under the Oscar scanner with US director Gregg Helvey's Hindi film "Kavi" about child labour being nominated in the short film (live action) category.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 5:47 am

Jessica Alba to move to France?

American actress Jessica Alba, who is married to Cash Warren, has her sights set on a home in France.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 5:45 am

Siddharth and I are like buddies: Vidya Malvade

Actress Vidya Malvade says she enjoyed working with Siddharth on the sets of their forthcoming film "Striker" as they shared a very friendly relationship and often played pranks on each other.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 5:34 am

Sharmila Tagore and Soha Ali Khan on Hello! Cover

While 'Miss Senior' was the heart throb of millions, 'Miss Junior' continues the tradition to be the eternal heart throb of millions. We are indeed talking about Sharmila Tagore and Soha Ali Khan, who have come together on the cover of Hello! magazine. This magazine is surely one of the rare collection that qualifies itself to be a 'Collector's Issue'. Sharmila Tagore, on her own admission, says, "I could not sit on somebody's sets and call the shots on behalf of my children. As parents, Tiger and I have always believed that the best lesson is to learn from your own mistakes." While on that, Soha says "My mother never allowed her acclaim to be my yardstick of success. She was always there when I needed advice, but that's it." She also adds, "I am more like my father, who is such an intense man. He speaks little, reads voraciously and keeps to his word." This issue surely makes an interesting read.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 3 Feb 2010 | 5:13 am

The ‘He’ and the ‘She’ Oscar

This year’s Oscar race may well lend itself to a gripping screenplay. We have a man and his former wife pitted against each other with nine nominations each for their respective films, writes Gautaman Bhaskaran.
Source: | 3 Feb 2010 | 5:07 am

Indian poverty under Oscar scanner again

There's no blockbuster like Slumdog Millionaire in the reckoning but India's poverty story is again under the Oscar scanner with US director Gregg Helvey's Hindi film Kavi. Read on...
Source: | 3 Feb 2010 | 4:55 am

As Sena targets SRK, Big B praises Thackeray

At a time when Bollywood is shocked by the Shiv Sena's attack against Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan's blog is full of praise for Bal Thackeray. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 4:52 am

Big B impressed by Vishal Bhardwaj's movies

There are many filmmakers who are keen to sign Amitabh Bachchan for their projects, but the megastar is impressed with none other than Vishal Bhardwaj and says they may work together in future. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 4:07 am

'Gladiator' Dhoni & 'Superwoman' Preity shoot Emami Cooking Oil commercial

On the cricket field, they may belong to rival IPL teams but when Mahendra Singh Dhoni (captain of Chennai Super Kings) and Preity Zinta (co-owner of Kings XI Punjab) came together for an ad shoot yesterday, all rivalry was forgotten. Mahi and Preity shot a commercial for Emami Cooking Oil and if these pics are anything to go by, the chemistry between them was indeed there for one and all to see. Dhoni was dressed in a Gladiator like avatar, while PZ was given a Super-woman like get-up with a body-hugging silver dress and a red cape to go with. While the commercial was directed by noted ad-man Prahlad Kakkar, a special photo shoot featuring the duo was done by ace-photographer Dabboo Ratnani. We got in touch with Dabboo and asked him about his experience of this special photo shoot, "It was a great experience shooting with Preity and Dhoni. They first shot for the commercial with Prahlad Kakkar and then did this photo-shoot which we will use in the ad posters. I've shot with Preity countless times before, she is very charming and a complete sweetheart to work with. As for Dhoni, this was probably the second or third time that I was doing a shoot with him. He is extremely cool, chilled out and very receptive. He was totally involved in the photo shoot, putting in his 100% effort and was very comfortable in front of the camera. All in all, we had a great time." The commercial is likely to go on air in ten days from now when Dhoni's Men In Blue will be busy taking on the South African cricket team in what promises to be a grueling contest.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 3 Feb 2010 | 3:58 am

My Name Is Khan to premiere in Abu Dhabi

The film, which marks the return of the famous onscreen pair SRK and Kajol after a gap of eight years will premiere in Abu Dhabi on February 10, followed by an European premiere in Berlin two days later.

Source: | 3 Feb 2010 | 3:30 am

Support the My Name is Khan release! - Rediff

The Hindu

Support the My Name is Khan release! Rediff The world is getting ready to watch My Name Is Khan, Shah Rukh Khan's [ Images ] first solo starrer in two years, on February 12. But the Shah Rukh-Kajol movie may not be seen in Mumbai [ Images ] if the Shiv Sena [ Images ] has its way. ... Bollywood divided: Big B praises Sena chiefIBNLive.com Sena leaves Bollywood dividedOneindia Shiv Sena keeps up offensive, Shah Rukh defiantTimes of India NDTV.com -Hindustan Times -GlamSham all 898 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Feb 2010 | 3:25 am

Rakesh Roshan reworking on Krrish 3's script

Rakesh Roshan has no option left but to re-work on the script of Krrish 3. The sole reason being that the script which Roshan had penned down more than a year back has the same plot as Spiderman 3. A source close to the director reveals, "Rakesh Roshan had written portions of Krrish along with other writers. The movie turned out to be a major hit. He does not want the sequel to be any less. The director sat down almost two years back and was penning down the script to Krrish 3. But to his surprise, Spiderman 3 which released then had the same plot as he had ideated." The source continues, "At that point, Rakesh Roshan kept the script back into his drawer and started working on his production Kites. Now that Kites is almost done and will be releasing soon, Rakesh has gone back to re-working on the script of Krrish 3. The director has hired freelancers too, to help him make alterations and the required inputs for the film. He wants a new plot, and does not want any similarity to the Spiderman movie plot." "In the past Rakesh Roshan has paid a heavy amount to a young composer Ram Sampath who went to court saying that Rajesh Roshan, composer of the soundtrack for Krazzy 4, sampled his music from the Song Ericsson Thump ads in the songs 'Break Free' and 'Krazzy 4'. Ram won the case and was given a whopping amount. To avoid any such troubles, Rakesh Roshan is extremely cautious," adds the source.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 3 Feb 2010 | 3:24 am

Indian poverty under Oscar scanner again - Hindustan Times

Sify

Indian poverty under Oscar scanner again Hindustan Times This year's Oscar race may well lend itself to a gripping screenplay. We have a man and his former wife pitted against each other with nine nominations each for their respective films. There's no blockbuster like Slumdog Millionaire in the reckoning ... Kavi movie with Indian story nominated for Oscar awards 2010infocera Oscar 2010: Hindi Film “Kavi” nominated in Short Film (Live Action) categoryEntertainment and Showbiz! all 33 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Feb 2010 | 3:13 am

Vivek's first crush wasn't Aishwarya Bachchan

It’s was celebrities galore on ‘Dance India Dance!’ After Salman Khan and Amitabh Bachchan made their presence felt, this week it was the very spirited Vivek Oberoi who took off full throttle.Our source informs, “Vivek Oberoi reminisced the memories of his
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:56 am

Special Screening of Award winning Vimukti

Shrushti Ventures of Basavanagudi has always been a hub of creative activities in Bangalore. Now, it has organized a special screening and inter-locution of National Award winning film Vimukti under 'Samarphaka Cinema-Sadabiruchiya Chitra Pradarshana' on February 14. It will also
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:50 am

Prakash Raj to woo Pony

Actor Prakash Raj, who recently got divorced from his wife, Lalithakumari, is ready to get hitched with choreographer Pony Verma, his girlfriend of two years. His relationship with Pony was the reason behind his divorce. As for publicly announcing their relationship
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:46 am

Leander Paes taking acting lessons for 1.5 year

Bangalore (ANI): Having once again proved his charisma by winning his 11th Grand Slam title just three days ago, Indian Tennis star Leander Paes on Tuesday said he has never been averse to the idea of joining Bollywood, but always avoided
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:44 am

Sambhavna reaches Udaipur to grill the brides!

The atmosphere around Fatehgarh Palace is tense. The brides-to-be have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of their sister-in-law Sambhavna Seth (Actress). The moment finally arrives and our dulhe raja heaves a sigh of relief as his sister and friend is here
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:43 am

Ameer and Bala with new resolutions

Ameer and Bala the maverick filmmakers of Tamil film industry are well-known for completing their projects in not less than 2 years. Apparently, the producers are quite distressed with their nature and these moviemakers have come up with new resolutions now.Both
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:43 am

Shekhar Kapoor hesitant to do more short films

Though Shekhar Kapoor says he enjoyed making a segment of New York, I Love You, he was dismayed by the space provided. Now Shekhar is reluctant to do more films in the series that has so far covered Paris and New York. Says Shekhar, "They approached me for Berlin, I Love You and Shanghai, I love You. I must say I was a little disappointed by the experience. A short film is a piece of art where you go into it and then find the core. When the audience goes to watch a feature film the expectation is to be entertained. Here in a short film, the audience is expected to come on a much deeper level. There are no explanations offered. The audience has to find its own truth." Shekhar was disappointed by the experience. "I had done a slightly longer version. They asked me to make it shorter. I did, because every other film in the bouquet was about five minutes long while mine was fourteen minutes. I reasoned that every other director had his own script whereas I was directing someone else's. I brought it down by about two minutes." Also, to his dismay the music of Shekhar's New York film was done in his absence. "That was in the contract. But it still made a difference to be not present when the music was done. The music adds a new dimension to the story. I learnt that from Pyarelal while I was working on Mr India with him. Pyarelal just added layers to scenes. I've learnt the art of using the camera to tell a story from Ashok Mehta. Just as I learnt to use music like Pyarelal. I've worked with other musical geniuses like Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and A. R. Rahman. But nothing like Pyarelal. During Bandit Queen and Elizabeth I applied what I learnt from Pyarelal. Naturally I like to be part of the creative process when the music is being done." Talking more on the New York film, Shekhar says, "It was Anthony Mingehella's project, after his death when it passed on to me. I actually imagined him to be with me. I tried to make it the way Anthony would have. I knew Anthony when he was alive. I slowed down the pace of my film to a dreamy rhythm, because that's the way Anthony Minghella looked at life in the movies. I made it the way he would have instead of the way I saw it." After it was finished, Shekhar sent the film to Minghella's wife. "After she saw it she called me and was crying. She said, 'This is the perfect book-end to Anthony's career'. I shot the 12-minute short-film in just two days. I shot another short film of 18 minutes in Buenos Aires in four days. Then I shot one in Iceland in three days which is 20 minutes long. Because you are not bound by script dialogue, shots and frames, you are required to create a film in that chaos. Just use the camera to find a theme."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:41 am

Soha and Sharmila on the cover of Hello!

While 'Miss Senior' was the heart throb of millions, 'Miss Junior' continues the tradition to be the eternal heart throb of millions. We are indeed talking about Sharmila Tagore and Soha Ali Khan, who have come together on the cover of
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:40 am

Mumbai theatres take off SRK's posters after Sena threat

Cinema halls in Mumbai are reportedly removing posters of Shah Rukh Khan's My Name is Khan, fearing violence after a Shiv Sena diktat.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:39 am

Carey Mulligan is the new Audrey Hepburn

London (ANI): Carey Mulligan has been hailed as ''''the new Audrey Hepburn'''' by Variety magazine. The 24-year-old star, who was rejected by three drama schools, stunned all with her performance in An Education. Time magazine declared: ''''A star is born'''', reports
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:13 am

Leonardo DiCaprio feels lonely

London (ANI): Leonardo DiCaprio has confessed he gets lonely, courtesy the nature of his work that drives him away from home. The Titanic star revealed he hated being alone that sometimes leaves him feeling like he has been punched in the
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:10 am

Janet Jackson wants to kick somebody's butt

London (ANI): Singer Janet Jackson has revealed that she would like to kick somebody's butt in a hard-hitting action movie after she missed out on the chance to star in hit film The Matrix.Jackson, 43, had been lined up by filmmaking
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:07 am

Rahman not in Oscar race this year - Galatta.com

Total Filmy

Rahman not in Oscar race this year Galatta.com Sadly, the Mozart of Madras AR Rahman's song “Na na” from the movie Couples Retreat did not make it to the final Oscar nomination list in the 'Best Original Song' category, despite being one of the 63 songs shortlisted from around the world. 'Na na. ... Leander Paes enters BollywoodOneindia India's Oscar hopes dashed, AR Rahman out of raceTimes of India AR Rahman out of Oscar raceNDTV.com Newspost Online -Total Filmy -MTV.com all 67 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:06 am

The 'He' and the 'She' Oscar - Hindustan Times

Reuters

The 'He' and the 'She' Oscar Hindustan Times This year's Oscar race may well lend itself to a gripping screenplay. We have a man and his former wife pitted against each other with nine nominations each for their respective films. James Cameron's 3D extravaganza, Avatar, has netted nine nods, ... Which of these stars will bag an Oscar this year?Rediff Oscars: It's blue vs. boomToronto Star Oscar nominations that are for the peopleLos Angeles Times WalesOnline -Montreal Gazette -Vancouver Sun all 3,973 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Feb 2010 | 2:00 am

Finding good scripts a challenge: Madhavan

From "3 Idiots" to "Teen Patti", R.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 1:46 am

Katrina Kaif won't kiss - Times of India

Spicezee

Katrina Kaif won't kiss Times of India In all her films so far, Katrina Kaif has kissed only once, in Kabir Khan's New York. She decided she wasn't too comfortable doing it, and told a close friend that she had decided never do another kissing sequence again. Katrina has now decided to make ... Katrina Kaif No To Kiss?india-server.com No kisses or bikini for Katrina KaifApun Ka Choice Katrina Kaif won't kiss!Sawf News all 9 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Feb 2010 | 1:41 am

Paes eyes Davis Cup success after Oz Open title - IBNLive.com

Reuters

Paes eyes Davis Cup success after Oz Open title IBNLive.com IN GREAT FORM: Leander has won three grand slams and reached two finals over the last 10 months. ibnlive.com is on mobile now. Read news, watch videos be a Citizen Journalist. Log on to m.ibnlive.com NOW! Bangalore: Australian Open mixed doubles ... Leander Paes bitten by Bollywood bug!Times of India Leander Paes a hero for reel tooDaily News & Analysis No doubles required as Paes goes to BollywoodReuters Indian Express -Spicezee -Press Trust of India all 66 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 3 Feb 2010 | 1:00 am

Big B impressed by Vishal Bhardwaj's movies

There are many filmmakers who are keen to sign Amitabh Bachchan for their projects, but the megastar is impressed with none other than Vishal Bhardwaj and says they may work together in future.
Source: Entertainment News | 3 Feb 2010 | 12:23 am

Mumbai film festival to commence today

MIFF has come a long way since its beginning and now being rated among the world's best and largest documentary film festival. The award money has been enhanced from this MIFF in each category.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 3 Feb 2010 | 12:21 am

Gulzar salutes Rehman - Times of India

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Gulzar salutes Rehman Times of India In the flurry to fete and honor AR Rahman, the world seems to have forgotten that the lyricist and poet Gulzar has also won a Grammy along with Rahman. In fact, his Grammy trophy was announced at the ceremony on Sunday evening. ... AR Rahman: From Roja to Grammy AwardsOneindia Kollywood relishes Rahman's Grammy momentThe Hindu Now, it's a Double Grammy for the 'Man from Madras'Economic Times Hindustan Times -Daily News & Analysis -Calcutta Telegraph all 418 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Feb 2010 | 11:52 pm

Bollywood remembers Tahir Hussain - Times of India

Hindustan Times

Bollywood remembers Tahir Hussain Times of India Filmmaker Tahir Hussain, Aamir Khan's father, passed away early Tuesday morning following a massive cardiac arrest at his Bandra residence. He was in his early 70s. Aamir and his wife Kiran Rao were holidaying in Los Angeles when they heard about ... Aamir Khan rushes back to IndiaOneindia Bollywood pays Tribute to Aamir Khan's Father Tahir HusainBreakingNewsOnline. Bollywood Filmmaker passes awayAndhra Cafe Indian Express -Total Filmy -Indiainfo.com all 83 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Feb 2010 | 11:26 pm

Lost Season 6 set to unveil mysteries, watch full video

As ABC's 'Lost' returns for its sixth and final season, fans are hoping to finally get answers to all the questions that they were dying to see answered. If you watched a few seasons try catching the review show at 8 pm ET on the ABC.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 10:42 pm

Cochin Haneefa, the baddie we will miss - Rediff

The Hindu

Cochin Haneefa, the baddie we will miss Rediff Remember the rowdy in Kireedom, who desperately tried to maintain his aura as a baddie? Or Eldho, the comic stage actor in Mannar Mathai Speaking? Or the boat owner in Punjabi House? Or Kunjikkoonan? Or Pathram? Or Soothradharan? The list is endless. ... Cochin Haneefa.......the one in all..Oneindia Cochin Haneefa was a gem of a person: FazilExpress Buzz Cochin Haneefa diesThe Hindu Deccan Herald -Sify -Times of India all 76 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Feb 2010 | 10:39 pm

Brand Gujarat: 'Sher and Shahenshah' - Times of India

Sify

Brand Gujarat: 'Sher and Shahenshah' Times of India GANDHINAGAR: 'Swarnim Gujarat', which enters its golden jubilee year on May 1 this year, couldn't have asked for a better ambassador. On the face of it, Amitabh Bachchan will be promoting tourism in Gujarat, the lions of Gir being the main focus. ... All-India police meet beginsIndian Express Amitabh is brand ambassador of Gujarat stateOneindia Man looted of Rs.3.5 lakh, killed in GujaratSify stardustco.in -Gujarat Global.com -Press Trust of India all 67 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 2 Feb 2010 | 3:54 pm

Conan O'Brien pays ex NBC staffers out of his own pocket

Conan O'Brien is a generous man. And that's no joke, for the former host of The Tonight Show is paying salaries out of his own pocket, to the crew members and staffers of NBC who lost out, as the show got over.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 3:41 pm

Hindi film 'Kavi' nominated for Oscar

Hindi film <I>Kavi</I> has been nominated in the Short Film (Live Action) category at the upcoming 82nd annual Academy Awards. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 2 Feb 2010 | 3:24 pm

Oscar Awards 2010 snub U2,The Hangover, Michael Jackson

Astoundingly, while Star Trek has got only four nominations - all in the technical categories (make up, sound and visual effects), The Hangover has got no nominations at all!
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 3:03 pm

Special presentation on 'Taare...' at Unesco headquarters

A special presentation by screenwriter Amole Gupte of Aamir Khan's superhit film "Taare Zameen Par" will take place at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris on Feb 3.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Feb 2010 | 2:35 pm

Tonight, Tuesday TV shows list with timings and channels

Tonight what is going to be happened in American Idol, Biggest Loser: Couples and in Teen Mom. So be ready to tune from 8 pm to 10 pm on different channels. Here details of Tuesday TV shows list with timings and channels:
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 1:32 pm

American director's Hindi film nominated for Oscar

American director Gregg Helvey's Hindi film "Kavi", which deals with the issue of child labour, has been nominated in the Short Film (Live Action) category at the upcoming 82nd annual Academy Awards.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Feb 2010 | 1:12 pm

Oscar Nominations 2010, Academy Awards 2010 - list, news, latest updates

Science-fiction adventure movie Avatar and war movie The Hurt Locker have earned nine Oscar Award nominations each, including best movie, to lead the field in the competition for the world's highest film honors.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 12:41 pm

Rahman out of Oscar race

Indian music maestro A.
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Feb 2010 | 12:40 pm

Rahman out of Oscar race

Indian music maestro AR Rahman's song Na na from the film Couples Retreat has failed to bag a nomination in the original song category for the 82nd Academy Awards. The news came just a day after he triumphed at the Grammys by bagging double Golden Gramophones.
Source: | 2 Feb 2010 | 11:27 am

List of main Oscar nominations

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the nominations on Tuesday for the 82nd annual Academy Awards.
Source: | 2 Feb 2010 | 11:04 am

Avatar, Hurt Locker lead Oscar nominations

Science-fiction adventure Avatar and war movie The Hurt Locker today earned nine Academy Award nominations each, including best movie, to lead the field in the competition for the world's highest film honors. List of main nominations | Did you know?
Source: | 2 Feb 2010 | 10:56 am

Aamir Khan's father Tahir Hussain passes away

It's better to burn out than fade away... ...said the famous personality Neil Young. Well, this couldn't have been more true today as superstar Aamir Khan lost his father Tahir Hussain today. Life (or is it death?) just cannot be more cruel than this one. While on one hand, where Aamir khan was riding sky high on the success of the massive hit flick 3 Idiots, on the other hand, tragedy strikes the Khan household and how! Aamir Khan's father Tahir Hussain suffered a massive heart attack. Aamir's brother Faisal Khan and mother are at the star's residence, while, Aamir and his wife Kiran Rao, who are in Los Angeles, will be coming back to Mumbai tomorrow afternoon. The funeral is likely to be held tomorrow evening. For the uninitiated lot, the legendary Tahir Hussain has produced films like Hain Rahi Pyar Ke (1993), Anamika (1973), Caravan (1973) and had directed the Aamir-Juhi starrer Tum Mere Ho in the year 1990. It's a little known fact that he had also acted in a couple of films like Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai (1998), and Pyar Ka Mausam (1969). With the passing of Tahir Hussain, Bollywood has lost yet another gem of a personality. We at Bollywood Hungama pray that his soul rests in eternal peace.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Feb 2010 | 10:56 am

Avatar vs The Hurt Locker, who will win the Oscar?

The 3 D science fiction hit Avatar and the American war thriller The Hurt Locker lead the Academy Awards with nine nominations each, including best picture and director for former spouses James Cameron and Kathryn Bigelow.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 10:35 am

They’re all under fire

The issues are different and their attackers vary, but Bollywood’s four most powerful actors are under attack. Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Saif Ali Khan say they’ve done nothing wrong...
Source: | 2 Feb 2010 | 9:46 am

Malayalam film industry organisation supports Thilakan

The Malayalam Cine Technicians' Association (MACTA), which comprises film professionals from light boys to directors, today said it would support film actor Thilakan if he launched a protest against his dropping from a new film, "Christian Brothers".
Source: Entertainment News | 2 Feb 2010 | 9:17 am

Ash unsure about Laawaris number in Houseful

Aishwarya has been approached by Sajid Khan but she has yet to revert back to them. She is busy with the shooting of Guzaarish, Action Replay and Endhiran. But sources close to her say...

Source: | 2 Feb 2010 | 8:21 am

There are no terrorists in My Name Is Khan: SRK

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who plays a Muslim suffering from Asperger syndrome in the post 9/11 America in My Name Is Khan, says the film is about "hope and humanity".
Source: | 2 Feb 2010 | 8:16 am

Retrospective on Guru Dutt draws huge response

A retrospective of Bollywood legend Guru Dutt's evergreen classics like Sahib Bibi aur Ghulam and Pyaasa, are attracting huge response from film enthusiasts in Israel.
Source: | 2 Feb 2010 | 8:09 am

Oscar Awards Nominations 2010 Announced: Complete List

Oscar Awards 2010 or 82nd Annual Academy Awards nominations has been announced today morning. Complete List of Oscar Nomination 2010 and Oscar Awards 2010 Nominees.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 7:42 am

No doubles required as Paes goes to Bollywood

CHENNAI (Reuters) - Leander Paes, the multiple grand slam winning doubles tennis specialist, is to make his Bollywood debut and has already completed a month's shooting for his first film.
Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 2 Feb 2010 | 7:25 am

"Striker is not a sports film" - Chandan Arora

His first directorial venture Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon spoke about dreams and aspirations of small town people. His second film Main, Meri Patni Aur Woh dealt with the insecurities faced by an ordinary man married to an extraordinarily beautiful lady and now he is all set to present his latest venture Striker which deals with the journey of a carrom player from the ghettos of Mumbai. The person we are referring to is talented director Chandan Arora whose film Striker starring South sensation Siddharth in the lead role is up for release. We caught up with Chandan for an exclusive interview where he revealed all about his latest labour of love. Striker is your third film after Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon and Main, Meri Patni Aur Woh. What are your expectations this time around? The same expectations that any filmmaker would have when his film is ready for release... I want maximum people to watch my film and enjoy the cinematic experience that it offers. The title Striker gives an initial feeling that it's a sports based film... Is it true? Striker is the story of a carrom player; however it's not a sports film. It's more like a biopic of a boy who happens to be a carrom player. The film is set in the ghettos of Mumbai during the 80's. That essentially forms the crux of the story. How did you decide to cast Siddharth for the lead role considering he is not very active on the Bollywood scene? I had seen Siddharth's first film Boys, a Tamil super-hit film directed by Shankar. I liked him a lot in that film and from then on I kept on following the kind of work he was doing be it in Tamil, Telugu or Hindi cinema. After he did Rang De Basanti, he was clear that he interested in doing some more Hindi films. Initially we were working on a completely different script which was more of a romantic film and during discussions of that film there were some references of Striker which came up that I shared with him. Both of us got excited about the idea and decided to do this film first. The whole project was constructed keeping Siddharth in mind. I had seen Siddharth's first film Boys, a Tamil super-hit film directed by Shankar. I liked him a lot in that film Since the film tells the story of a carrom player, is that your favorite sport and are you an avid carrom player? No...not really though I have played carrom while growing up with family and friends. What is surprising is the fact that even though carrom as a sport is so common in the underbelly of the country it's not gained the popularity that it should have. I don't know why? It's a great indoor sport that the whole family could play and on any given day, you never know, every player has an equal chance of emerging triumphs on his / her day. What special training did Siddharth undertake to get into the character of a carrom player? Fortunately for us, Siddharth was not completely alien to playing carrom. He's played carrom while growing up with his family and friends like most of us. Whenever we were shooting the carrom sequences, we were shooting with actual carrom players and it was here that he had to make sure that he was on par with them in terms of getting the whole body language and mannerisms right. He worked really hard with a carrom coach that he had and used to keep practicing in between shots. The results are there for all to see. Even though carrom as a sport is so common in the underbelly of the country it's not gained the popularity that it should have. The film has two new female leads. Could u tell us a bit about them? Yea... we have Nicolette Bird and Padmapriya. The story of Striker is the story of a boy right from when he is about 10 years old to when he is in his mid-thirties. Both the female leads have a significant part in the plot though their characters have limited screen time. Hence we decided on casting newcomers with good acting talent who can make an impact in the limited screen time. I came across few clips of Padmapriya on YouTube and Siddharth had also good things to say about her work down South and that is how we zeroed in on her. Nicolette, on the other hand, plays a very important role in depicting the first brush of romance that Siddharth's character feels. We needed a face which would effortlessly have that kind of beauty and innocence and still depict the kind of sweet romance and we felt Nicolette was best for that part. The first name that we came up for the villain's (Jaleel) character was that of Aditya Pancholi. I've always believed he is a very powerful actor. Striker also has veterans like Anupam Kher and Aditya Pancholi...how has it been working with them? It was great. In fact, the first name that we came up with for the villain's (Jaleel) character was that of Aditya Pancholi. I've always believed he is a very powerful actor. At that time, however Aditya wasn't doing much work so were not too sure if he would agree to do the part. Moreover his character has also been shown in two different age-groups, one during his younger days and one his presd enough to give us time for a narration and hear us out and he got really excited to play the part. In fact when I first met him, he had lost a lot of weight and was looking really young which in fact helped him to play the younger part with ease. He has a great screen presence and really brought in a lot of warmth on the sets. Coming to Mr. Anupam Kher, his part in the film (of Inspector Farooq) is not long in terms of screen time but is very crucial to the screenplay of the film. So when we approached him for the role, we were thrilled that he agreed. He is one of the most sincere and honest actors of our industry. He is world famous and his presence in the film adds a lot of credibility to the project. Where all have you shot the film? We've shot it completely in Mumbai since the film is set in Mumbai. However since it's based in the eighties we had to show the skyline how it was during the eighties which s completely different from how it is now and for those sequences we travelled to the outskirts of Mumbai and shot in Kalyan. We also put up a huge set of a basti in Malvani and shot extensively there The music of the film was released recently and a noticeable aspect was the presence of 6 different composers in the album. Whose idea was that? The way we went about creating the music for this film has been quite different from the conventional way. When we started working on the project, both Siddharth and I were very clear on the kind of music that we wanted, considering it's an intense film. We don't have any characters lip-synching songs since it's a realistic film. We had a couple of songs recorded before we had started shooting but the balance songs we decided to work on after we had finished shooting and editing the sequences. We then put down a wish-list of different composers whom we wanted to have on board for the film. We were lucky that most of them agreed to come and watch the film and then devote time in composing a track each for the film. I am really fortunate to have names like Gulzar saab, Vishal Bhardwaj, Amit Trivedi, Swanand Kirkire, Yuva Shankar Raja and Blaaze on the album. It's a fantastic line-up of talented composers and they all enjoyed the process of composing music for the film. Two songs do not feature in the film but the rest of them are all there in the film at crucial junctures. Siddharth has earlier sung in quite a few of his Telugu and Tamil films and is indeed a talented singer. So we thought it was best that he only sing this song 'Bombay Bombay'. Siddharth has even sung a song 'Bombay Bombay' for the film...Right? Yes...since the film is set in the eighties, the song is called 'Bombay Bombay' and not 'Mumbai Mumbai' (smiles). I have been born and brought up in Mumbai and truly feel that this songs is a perfect tribute to a city in which the story of the film is based. The songs plays ode to the spirit of Mumbai. Siddharth has earlier sung in quite a few of his Telugu and Tamil films and is indeed a talented singer. So we thought it was best that he only sing this song. Striker is releasing a week before the biggie My Name Is Khan. Do you think it will be able to stand its own against such a big film? The release strategy has been completely decided by the distribution arm of Indian Films and Studio 18. All the trade, marketing and distribution decisions are taken by them keeping their profit and loss situations in mind. My Name Is Khan is no doubt a huge film and it would be unfair to compare the two films. Finally what is next on your agenda after Striker? I have 3 -4 ideas in mind that I am currently working on. There are many interesting stories to be told and whichever one of them shapes up really well will be the one I'll embark on first.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Feb 2010 | 6:59 am

Big B turns brand ambassador for Gujarat

Amitabh Bachchan has finally made a new Gujarati connection. Yes! He is now the brand ambassador of the state of Gujarat. He has lent his voice and his face for the promotion and development of a state that prides itself in having one of the finest infrastructures and speedy development in almost all the sectors. This was the essential reason why Mr. Bachchan even suggested being associated with the state. During a special screening of his film Paa that took place in Gujarat for some of the senior dignitaries, Big B was so impressed with Mr. Modi and Gujarat that he made an offer to do whatever he could to further the cause of tourism and development in the state. Taking the offer on a serious note, Mr. Modi sent a letter to Big B offering him the post of Gujarat's brand ambassador which he accepted in all humility. So, be ready to see the senior Bachchan promoting tourism in Gujarat.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Feb 2010 | 5:27 am

Ranbir-Siddharth-Ahmed's friendship reignites on Anjaana Anjaani sets

Work is no work if you enjoy doing it...the quote goes. The sets of Anjaana Anjaani seem to be just one fun place to be in. Especially, when Ranbir teamed up with his old time buddies Ahmed Khan and Siddharth Anand. It's common knowledge that Siddharth and Ranbir's parents are close and both of them literally grew up together. Even Ahmed and Ranbir have bonded over the many projects they worked on together. For starters, Khan has always choreographed Ranbir's dances which made him look nothing less than a fiery rockstar. The only time he didn't was in Wake up Sid. The good news is that these three have now come under one roof for one of the eagerly awaited films of the season Anjaana Anjaani. The lead actress Priyanka Chopra captured this special 'filmy' moment right on the sets of Anjaana Anjaani in the US.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Feb 2010 | 4:46 am

Eyeqube's vfx adds glitz to Veer

Bollywood has long been ruled by the Khans as the leading men. And the leading men are now turning to scripting and directing films as well. Not so long ago, a certain Khan garnered rave reviews for his film Taare Zameen Par and now Sallu Bhai set the silver screen afire with his self-scripted film Veer... Produced by Eros Entertainment, Veer has some cool special effects done by Eyeqube studios of "Aladin" Fame. Charles Darby, the Creative Director at Eyeqube discusses some of the VFX scenes and sequences with Bollywood Hungama and we bring you an exclusive vfx case study on this flick. Information shared by Charles Darby, Image courtesy - Eros and Eyeqube Studios, Coordination - Muriel Pinto. Veer Eyeqube VFX Supervisiors: Sachin Bole & Balasundaram Sasikumar. For vfx making of the movie, click here On the ship Deck at London harbour For this sequence only the upper deck of the ship was created and actors were placed and all of it was shot in chroma. The entire environment around it- that of London's River Thames is entirely made in CG. In fact even the captain's cabin and the crew member seen in the back ground are created in CG. "We had to even create the back of the ship as it is," says Darby. Where the two warring sides clash in the ravines This is a huge shot. It has been made to seem that it has been shot on a huge scale. But the camera work in Cg. "Doing this with a real camera would be a logistical nightmare. It would not be possible and increase the budgets by three folds," says Darby. Again the environment around is created in CG. Without big set ups these shots are really difficult to shoot really. "If you used real horses they would be eating away through your budget daily!" adds Darby. A thorough survey of the area had to be done for this sequence taking in consideration every detail. Photography was used to create textures. A lot of modelling had to be done. "Of course we could make use of the photography angles but we did what we could," says Darby. where the clan is awaiting at a scenic locale Here there is crowd duplication done. The duplication done here is 2D duplication unlike that of the horses and the horsemen using the in-house software. For vfx making of the movie, click here Veer and his clan entering the castle: This is all live action here, says Darby. The sweeping Ariel shot taken when the entire clan- the horsemen are entering the castle is all live action. But when you reverse it, the camera travels from above the castle entrance. This is all computer generated. It is all in CG. The entire architecture in the sequence, the horses and the horsemen are all in cg. Only the initial horsemen entering the castle are live action whereas the entire mob following thereafter is done in cg. "This is where the audiences will be congratulating the DoP thinking that the entire shot is done through cinematography. But it is actually CG," adds Darby. The war sequence: "I really like this shot personally. This seems very real as the camera is really wobbly and it makes for a real tracking nightmare. But because the camera is all over the place, it feels like a real set up and not a digital set up. In reality there were about 300 horsemen and horses and they were duplicated to seem like thousands. When Veer's clan is at the Castle to fight This sequence was to be shot at Rajasthan itself but somehow it did not work out. Then the set was moved to film city. "It's turned out really good actually," says Darby. It is not what it seems as the entire environment; the castle and the surrounding areas were created in CG. Even the cannon's firing is created in CG. But this sequence did not have Chroma because one doesn't always get to choose their set ups. At the beginning of the day you are not sure what angles are going to be available to you but then chroma might not help. In reality you do not have much time to break down each shot and discuss it. "Therefore, we had to make the best guesses for the track marks...the team worked extreamly hard with a terribly short deadline in post..i'm extreamly proud of them" says Darby. For vfx making of the movie, click here
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 2 Feb 2010 | 4:19 am

Live Chat with Vidya Balan today at 1400 hrs IST

She comes on screen and sets it on fire, Vidya Balan is an enigma. With her every film, she proves it to one and all that she is simply undeniable. A director's baby, right from her first film, Parineeta, Vidya has had an unimaginable chemistry with her co stars, which she maintained in Lage Raho Munnabhai, Bhool Bhulaiyaa and took it up a notch with her most recent film Ishqiya. How does this beautiful actress with an unmatched élan do it? That's something only she can answer. Bollywood Hungama gives you an opportunity to ask all those questions to Vidya Balan, only on our exclusive celebrity video chat today, February 2, at 1400 hrs IST. Be there!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 2 Feb 2010 | 4:05 am

Rahman nominated for another international award

Music maestro and Oscar winner musician AR Rahman has been nominated for yet another award?excellence in musical scoring for 2009 by IFMCA. He has been nominated in best original score for a comedy film category for Couples Retreat.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 2:56 am

'Is A R Rahman our greatest music composer ever?'

Saying that A R Rahman is the greatest music composer ever would be injustice to the other outstanding composers who have done remarkable work.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 2 Feb 2010 | 2:50 am