Big B blasts media report on Aishwarya's health

An angry Amitabh Bachchan has blasted, what he called a &quot;false&quot; and &quot;insensitive&quot; media report on his daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai's health saying, &quot;I shall not tolerate it.&quot;<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 8:46 am

Katrina, Saif to spread awareness of domestic violence

Katrina Kaif, Saif Ali Khan, Harman Baweja and Minnisha Lamba have joined hands to spread awareness about the evil of domestic violence.
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 7:46 am

'Click' a melange of intended terror, unintended humour

If you can accept Shreyas Talpade as a womanizing glamorous photographer who clicks with the ladies, so to speak, and Sneha Ullal, then the underlining theme of love-on-the-prowl in afterlife is chilling in spurts.
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 7:40 am

"3I is one of the most memorable films in history of Indian cinema" - Sharman

He's among the most talented actors in B-Town today. Suave and understated, he's displayed his impeccable comic timing in films like Golmaal and Style and given restrained and matured performances in Rang De Basanti and Life... In A Metro. The one to always have a surprise up his sleeve, Sharman Joshi who was last seen in the blockbuster 3 Idiots is raring to go with his upcoming film Toh Baat Pakki. The dude was here on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Chat few days back. However, for all those who missed the chance to catch him live, we bring to you excerpts from his chat: Sharman Joshi: Hi Friends.... This is Sharman Joshi ...only on BOLLYWOOD HUNGAMA!!! Manpreet Sing... : hi Sharman. how are you sir Sharman Joshi : manpreet, very well vipul pratap : HELLLO SHARMAN...HOW R U?? I AM YOUR BIGGEST FAANNN ....IN THE WORLD. Sharman Joshi : vipul, I am flattered Manpreet Sing... : cool style sir Sharman Joshi : Manpreet, thanks I will nt dispute the fact that 3 Idiots will be one of the most memorable films in the histry of Indfian cinema xtrawest : Hello Sharman, ur performance in 3 Idiots was just mind blowing!! Sharman Joshi : xtra, thank u so much anushka : wanted to let you know that u are an awesome actor and ur performance in 3 idiots was simply outstanding Sharman Joshi : anushka, thanks a lot. It was a privilege to be a part of the film. It was truly a memorable journey wrking on the film. Its sumthing that I will always cherish fr the rest of my life vipul pratap : I CANT BELIEVE I AM CHATING WITH YOU!!! this is the best day of my life.... Sharman Joshi : vipul, tks a lot. Its great to be online with all u guys and have a chat MOHAN_BABU : Sharman Sir you lines in 3 Idiots 'Alpha beta gamma...' are a classic, which will always be remembered...just like 'Kitney aadmi theay' from Sholay...dnt you agree?? Sharman Joshi : Mohan, I dnt knw abt my line. I will nt dispute the fact that 3 Idiots will be one of the most memorable films in the histry of Indfian cinema. I am not comparing with Sholay though... Ziggy : You are a perfect actor in comedy you should continue on comedy Sharman Joshi : ziggy, tks a lot anushka : especially the emotional scenes. you were very convincing. very real. few young actors display such maturity Sharman Joshi : anushka, abso flattered .... Sharman Joshi : HEY ALL! DO U LIKE MY "SPECS APPEAL"? hassan khan : sharman wats ur fav song from the movie Sharman Joshi : hassan, Jis Din Mera Biyaaah hoyega is my fave song MOHAN_BABU : Sharman Sir will become a director of films? Sharman Joshi : mohan, are u already bored of seeing me as an actor? :-) Asloob Adi : Sir, what about ur new movie TOH BAAT PAKKI Sharman Joshi : asloob, keenly awaiting yr responses whn its releasing on the 19th Feb... Hope u all like it priya64 : hehe yes i do sharman, i like guys who wear specs! i find them very professional n hot too! Sharman Joshi : Priya, Now, let me knw how I look without my specs? hassan khan : sharman working with tabu how is the experience Sharman Joshi : hassan, scintilatting ! mansoorhj : what do u think whats the genre of toh baat pakk???i Sharman Joshi : mansoor, its a family entertainer MOHAN_BABU : Sharman Sir I am a Gujarati and I have been a great fan of yours since your play days......I have seen 3 IDIOTS 10 times and i am too excited about your nxt TOH BAAT Pakki Sharman Joshi : Mohan, thank u . Hope that Toh Baat Pakki lives upto yr expectations hassan khan : sharman wats ur fav song from the movie Sharman Joshi : hassan, Jis Din Mera Biyaaah hoyega is my fave song hassan khan : sharman in futire r v gona see u in a macho role like a rough tough fighting all ods for his lady love in the movie Sharman Joshi : hassan, not fr his lady love. but u will see me in a redemption drama called ALLAH KE BANDE ...and I have the esteemed company of Mr. Naseeruddin Shah as well as Atul Kulkarni . Yes, Its a hardcore drama shoaib : your fav movies till to date, urs and others ? Sharman Joshi : shoaib, Its A wonderful Life priya64 : hahaha,, i like ya with the specs.. seriously! :P Sharman Joshi : Priya, Specs are back on :-) hassan khan : sharman aftr 3 idiots wat was the best compliment u got n from whom ? Sharman Joshi : Hassan, I find it very awkward to speak abt the compliments that I have got. but ppl have been kind mansoorhj : i m a great fan of yours since your godmother days..we all loved u in style..adored u in golmaal and were blessed with a great performance in 3 idiots...what should we expect next from u?? Sharman Joshi : mansoor, interesting stuff I guess... starting with Toh Baat Pakki... Hope u all like it hassan khan : sharman u hav come long way till style how will u define ur jouney so far ? Sharman Joshi : hassan, Its been exciting and fulfilling Diana_RUSSIA : Hi, Sharman! Do you know you have russian fans?) Sharman Joshi : Diana, Well, I didnt knw that ... And I am glad that u are an another addition to the exisiting ones .. Thank u sharmanismine : what is it with 3 and u, 3 kids, 3 son in laws and ur mother in law has 3 daughters now whats next ? Sharman Joshi : sharman, quite an observation that is! I guess I shud make 3 my lucky number sweet_rose : hi sharman...as soon as i came to know u are chatting i left all my work just to see u and chat with u LOVE U SOOOOMUCH Sharman Joshi : sweet rose, thats the sweetest thing that I have ever heard piyushjodhpur : sharman sir kya aap salman bhai ke saath kaam karna chahenge Sharman Joshi : piyush, jee ... kyon nahi! priya64 : where is ur fav holiday destination?? Sharman Joshi : priya, London shonaa : how u spend your free time? Sharman Joshi : shonaa, reading , watching films, going out on short holidays annney : hy sharman whts ur style statment Sharman Joshi : anney, Being Yourself! Niraj : Sharman ji, do you have any connections in gujarat? where are you originally from? Sharman Joshi : Niraj, I am frm Pathan. But my forefathers have moved to Mumbai. I dnt have ancestral home. mumbai is pretty much where my home has been rajooo : hiii sharman may i know what is the plot of toh baat pakki Sharman Joshi : Rajoo, it revolves around a Indian wedding and so u will exp all the emotions that are attached to the Indian wedding...Joy, laughter, drama and moments of sadness shonaa : whats the reason behind your fair complexion? Sharman Joshi : shonaa, for beauty tips...pls get in touch with Tabu ... hassan khan : TOH BAAT PAKKI is coming after 3 IDIOTS r u woried or tensed that ppl expectations r much more high while both r diferent movies altogether ? Sharman Joshi : hassan, I have wrked extremely hard on this film as any other film , incl 3 Idiots. I have dne my bit. Am just waiting fr the response from my audience shubch : whn ru cmg on twitter Sharman Joshi : shubh, soon Shera : sharman did u knw that you won the best supporting actor award at the Bollywood Hungama Surfers Choice Movie Awards...how does it feel? Sharman Joshi : shera, I am abso thrilled and honoured! sweet_rose : awww u look so smart with that specs on.... Sharman Joshi : Sweet Rose, Thanks a lot Shera : sharman did u knw that you won the best supporting actor award at the Bollywood Hungama Surfers Choice Movie Awards...how does it feel? Sharman Joshi : shera, I am abso thrilled and honoured! Sheeba : Sharman..its not that u r sitting for the chat, but I truly and honestly wanna confess that although I am a bigget fan of Aamir Khan but n 3 IDIOTS your overall performance was better then EVERY actor including Aamir... Sharman Joshi : sheeba, thank u priya64 : What kind of roles are u interested in doing next? Sharman Joshi : priya, all possible genres sonam : sharman sir u knw u have chinese fans also Sharman Joshi : sonam, good I will get duplicated stuff at discounted prices mansoorhj : hey sharman what do u think about style now when u look back after 9 years??? Sharman Joshi : mansoor, very proud of it last man : hey sharman how ru is tht true ur doing munabhai 3 Sharman Joshi : Last Man, its nt true shonaa : WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE COLOUR? Sharman Joshi : shonaa, WHITE shonaa : WHICH CO STAR U WANT TO WORK WITH? Sharman Joshi : shonaa, kajol kg079 : who is your favourite co-star? Sharman Joshi : shakib, Aamir Khan annney : i like you with riya , are you doing any film with her Sharman Joshi : anney, not as of now sonam : sharman sir u knw u have chinese fans also Sharman Joshi : sonam, good I will get duplicated stuff at discounted prices Sheeba : Sharman, how does it feel to do a title role of a historical hit movie (3 idiots) that has shattered every previous record be it hum appke hain kaun, dilwale dulhanya, mughal e azam, mother India and even Sholay? Sharman Joshi : Sheeba, Wonderful . The kind of love that I recd, one is truly gratified and humbled vipul : other than 3 idiots, which movie do u think is the best movie of 2009?? Sharman Joshi : vipul, I havent seen all of them. So , wont be able to comment Himanshu : Will you have any other movie with Aamir Khan? Sharman Joshi : Himanshu, I hope so joy007 : sharman what is ur next comedy buster Sharman Joshi : joy, hopefully.... Toh Baat Pakki MOHAN_BABU : Sharman Sir i think you are a superb dancer...you have soo much energyy Sharman Joshi : mohan, kind of u ...Thanks a lot Manpreet Sing... : Who is your Fev. Singer sir Sharman Joshi : ,manpreet, Sonu Nigam PREMJANI : Hi Sharman, We have a SHARMAN JOSHI FAN CLUB in Los Angeles at USC , Will you be kind to visit us next time you visit LA. Thank you. Sharman Joshi : premjani, pls send me the details .... I will be there for sure Sharman Joshi : Maybe by teh end of the year * hassan khan : sharman any achievement which u wud like 2 hav in ur kitty n yet dont have ? Sharman Joshi : hassan, lots of them Sharman Joshi : Hi Sharman, I am such a great fan of yours that I used your name as a nickname. I am living in Sydney. Are you planning to come here on a concert? Sharman Joshi : sharman, hopefully soon PREMJANI : Sharman , is it true that you are the only artist to play a triple role on stage in a gujarti play called "Ame Layi Gaya , Tame Rayi Gaya" ?? Sharman Joshi : Prem, not true ...many others have dne the same Sharman Joshi : Hey Friends...It was a delight chatting with all of u. Until next time... God Bless !
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Feb 2010 | 7:05 am

Katrina, Saif to spread awareness of domestic violence

Katrina Kaif, Saif Ali Khan, Harman Baweja and Minnisha Lamba have joined hands to spread awareness about the evil of domestic violence.
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 7:03 am

DiCaprio will marry Refaeli, say pals

If friends of Hollywood heartthrob Leonardo DiCaprio are to believed, the actor will tie the knot with his lover Bar Refaeli. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 6:50 am

SRK speaks out on Sena controversy

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who drew Shiv Sena's ire for supporting Pakistani cricketers inclusion in the IPL, says he does not understand the &quot;logic&quot; behind the controversy and would have apologised if they had a problem with his film <i>My Name Is Khan</i>.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 6:48 am

Subhash K. Jha speaks about Click

If you can accept Shreyas Talpade as a womanizing glam photographer who clicks with the ladies, so to speak, and Sneha Ullal (remember her as Salman Khan's under-age lover-girl in Lucky) then the underlining them of love-on-the-prowl in afterlife is chilling in fits spasms and spurts. Director Sangeeth Sivan, who had earlier carved a comic slant for himself with Kya Kool Hain Hum, displays a penchant for projecting a mood of ominous foreboding into the finely-lit frames. The camera (T Ramji) is impeccably mood-oriented. The idyllic Goanese outdoors and the neat spacious artistically-designed interiors are used intelligently to create a sense of horrific disorder under the commodious elegant surfaces. Sandeep Chowta's reined-in background score is another asset to the mood of underlying foreboding, though the songs done as annoying set-pieces with auto-pilot choreography are like a molar surgery in the middle of a trying day. The sound-design mercifully precludes startling noises and creaking doors. Like Ram Gopal Varma's Bhoot, Click focuses on finding the centre of the terror in ordinary circumstances. If only portions of the plot was not so hard to digest. Moving on an age-old premise for horror cinema where the protagonist's past trespasses catch up with him in chilling infinity, Click creates a mélange of intended terror and unintended humour. Talpade (somewhat miscast) is the not-so-fashionable fashion photographer whose camera begins to capture spirits. The feeling of something-out-there is well-developed. But the gruesome pre-denouement gang-rape and murder are not just out of place but done with unpardonable half-heartedness. Some of the hero's trysts with the spook, such as the sequence where he climbs down a fire escape with the spirit in hot pursuit, are spine-chilling. The dying moments where Avi's past guilt literally rides on his shoulder and apparently for the rest of his life, are a terrifying representation of guilt, almost Kafkaesque in their resonances, though the rest of the film is too flighty to carry the existential burden. While Shreyas is effective in the traumatized moments his two co-stars are listless. Blessedly this shiver giver seems original. And we can't fault the film for cracking the horror genre with a basic amount of finesse.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Feb 2010 | 6:38 am

Won't tolerate remarks on women in my home: Amitabh

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan says he is appalled at the rumours spread by a Mumbai tabloid regarding his daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai's health, calling it "the lowest quality of journalism".
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 6:31 am

Bollywood mourns Nirmal Pandey

The film fraternity is mourning Nirmal Pandey of "Bandit Queen" fame, who died of a heart attack on Thursday.
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 5:55 am

'Just Another Love Story' gets full house in Berlin

"Arekti Premer Golpo" (Just another love story) - a daring, sensitive, layered, gay love story - got full house at the ongoing Berlin International Film Festival.
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 5:24 am

Vatsal Sheth breaks into 'Ruk Ruk Ruk' from Vijaypath for Tabu

Vatsal Sheth who plays Tabu's co-star in Toh Baat Pakki had the time of his life while shooting for the film. Tabu playing an older sisterly role took the two guys, especially Vatsal under her wings, and looked after them on location. She regularly gave tips to Vatsal on how to handle his scenes. Vatsal one day mustered the courage to break into Tabu's infamous 'Ruk Rusk Ruk' dance item from Vijaypath. Laughs Vatsal, "That's quite true. At first I was quite intimidated by Tabu. I mean she is... My God! The ultimate. But as we shot for the film far away in Ooty where there was no life except shooting, we began to know her better. Far from her stern aloof image, Tabu is loads of fun when you get to know her." There came a time when Tabu and the two boys were totally at ease. That's when Vatsal and Sharman's 'Ruk Ruk' happened. Recounts Vatsal, "We were playing antakshari with the boys on one side and the girls on the other. When I got a chance to sing a song beginning with 'R' I saw it as god-sent. I had been waiting to sing 'Ruk Ruk Ruk' to Tabu. It was one of my favourite songs on television when I was younger." Recalling the golden moment, Vatsal says. "Tabu loved my performance. At the end of it she pretended to be serious and said, 'Naughty boy!' She's the best. I will never forget the experience of working with her in Toh Baat Pakki. Such a legend and so hassle-free and so much fun."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Feb 2010 | 5:14 am

Decks cleared for Shiney Ahuja's trial in rape case

A fast track court has framed charges of rape and criminal intimidation against Bollywood actor Shiney Ahuja, clearing the decks for his trial for allegedly sexually assaulting his domestic help. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:56 am

Aishwarya starrer 'Endhiran' gearing for monsoon release

Superstar Rajnikant, who has teamed up with Bollywood diva Aishwarya Rai in Tamil film "Endhiran", says it is expected to hit the screens in July or August.
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:35 am

"I'd like to term Click as a romantic horror" - Shreyas Talpade

Seldom has an actor challenged himself so gravely in such a wild variety of roles, add to this his stage triumphs in school and college and we're clearly talking about a very special performer, indeed: Shreyas Talpade, and even if he is blissfully unaware of his movie-making highs and lows, his adoring fans aren't. He may have put the odd toe-tapping foot right since he burst on the scene strutting his stuff in Iqbal, but he's always welcomed back by his fans with more diverse roles, be it Om Shanti Om, Golmaal Returns or the recent Click. That's because Shreyas Talpade has a reputation in the business for being a true gentleman and one of the nicest stars around. Happily, meeting him in the flesh, confirms that really is the case. His career is fluctuating for better. It's good because he is one of the rare celebrities who wants his hands and feet spread all over the different genre of films that directors are venturing into. So does that tag him as a risk taker? Yes, it does. Because taking risks is safer than avoiding it. UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent chats with the talented Talpade who is filming somewhere in the foothills of the Himalayas for his next undisclosed film. Is that spooky or scary, we don't know! What we do know is that his latest release Click may just scare you, if not spook you out, or who knows you may go home with - a smile? You never know when you're clicked! Do you define Click as a supernatural thriller or a horror flick? I wouldn't call it any of these. I'd like to term it as a romantic horror. The crux of the film is its romance and horror is the format what we've chose to tell the story. I'd like to term Click it as a romantic horror Was Sadaa terrified to share screen space with you or horrified? (Laughs) Well, she was very excited to be working with me. She is a very hard working girl and desperately wants to make her mark in Hindi language film. But I guess, she must be hard working down South too and that shows in Click. A dedicated actress, she has no hang-up's, no tantrums, no ego, nothing. Simple to the core is Sadaa. Does photography actually interest you? (Laughs) Looks like a theme oriented interview. I do like photography. In fact, the first time when I started to develop the passion of photography is when I was shooting for Dor with Nagesh Kukunoor. Was there a moment in your life when a photograph couldn't let you sleep? Meaning, was it nightmarish? When we started shooting, there was a time Sangeeth Sivan showed me some pictures related to the context of the film. I asked him whether such a thing exists. I mean, I asked him whether there are really such photographs which spook you out. Some of the pictures were spooky. From then on, I started believing in such photographs. Negatives can also be spooky sometimes. So whenever I look at any picture now, I try to find if there is anything hidden inside the image. You never know! A film like this has a very selective audience. Are we still lacking in accepting cinema like Click? The number of horror films we have been making in Indian cinema is growing by leaps and bounds. It is at least better than what we were making ten years back. The genre, especially when it taps into horror, is not really explored into or worked into too much. So you're right in that regards but to say that we aren't accepting it is a bit misleading. Films like Phoonk, 1920 and 13B are examples that horror films are working. The best example is that of Paranormal Activity in Hollywood. Comedy and romance will keep on existing but then the audiences need a change, and that's when horror films come handy. Comedy and romance will keep on existing but then the audiences need a change, and that's when horror films come handy How important is a timing of a film like Click when it comes to its release date? We hear that Hide & Seek has moved into March 12 only because MNIK was releasing. Good films will work eventually. It doesn't matter what film is next to it. The notion that a long weekend is coming, etc doesn't make much commercial sense. Even if there is a holiday for a month, a film will not work. A long time back we released Iqbal with No Entry. Yes, No Entry was a bigger film than Iqbal but both worked well at the box office. The call of release dates is primarily taken by the producer and the director. So at the end of the day it all boils down to their mental strategies, not ours. Any spooky incidents you can recall while filming for Click? Yes. We played a prank on Sadaa in Mauritius. There were lots of windows in the backdrop where we were shooting and Sadaa was posing for pictures along with our cinematographer. I sneaked in from the back side and decided to stand near one of the windows, right behind Sadaa. Our cinematographer Mr Ramji asked Sadaa to turn back as the lighting was better. The moment she turned, I scared her. But the place where we were shooting in Mauritius was itself very spooky. There was some kind of a mystery to it, I'm sure. Recall the first horror film you were a witness to… I think it had to be from Ramsay Brothers. It was Veerana or Haveli. After that it was Nightmare On The Elm Street. We were at a friend's place where we saw the film on the VHS by shutting all the lights and drawing all the curtains. It was scary. Sangeeth Sivan is least tapped into. Do you think he should be making more cinema? Yes. Sangeeth Sivan has made some good comedy films and suddenly he has moved to a horror film. But not many know that Sangeeth's forte is thriller and horror flicks. You need that kind of a psyche to understand what sound and camera angle will look good to make such kind of a film, and Sivan has that niche. It's not everyone's cup of tea. It's good to work with a guy who is equally comfortable in comedy and yet switch to horror or thrillers. Having said that, Sangeeth Sivan needs to make lots more films than what he actually is at the moment. Not many know that Sangeeth's forte is thriller and horror flicks How would you market a film like Click? Is there any scope as far as marketing goes? I wouldn't market Click in a controversial way. I'd like to stay away from controversies, even though I might have gone down to that path for promoting Click. I'd rather want people to appreciate the genre, the making and the execution more than marketing. But today when we are into the world of marketing where stars are coming up with innovative ways to market their film, Click's genre is the best marketing ever. Horror works. So horror is the USP of Click? It's a mixture of many. Firstly, as I said earlier, it's a romantic horror. Then it's Sangeeth Sivan and the way we've treated the film as a whole, especially the climax.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:29 am

Tabu happy to be called sensuous

Tabu's fans find her sensuous despite the actress sometimes playing non-glamorous as in "The Namesake".
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:22 am

Robert De Niro will not retire

Hollywood veteran Robert De Niro announced that he plans to keep working for another 40 years, while accepting a Lifetime Achievement Award.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:22 am

Jane Fonda goes under knife to become wrinkle free

Veteran actress Jane Fonda started 2010 with a drastic beauty boost as she went under the knife earlier this year to banish wrinkles from her face.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:15 am

Victoria Beckham defends size zero models

Pop star-turned-fashion designer Victoria Beckham has argued that many slim catwalk models are &quot;naturally thin&quot; and shouldn't be discriminated against.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:13 am

"Omkara didn't fetch me National Award, right?" - Saif Ali Khan

Enough is enough for Saif Ali Khan. It has been a month since Padma Sri Awards were announced and Saif Ali Khan was conferred this title for his contribution to cinema. While he was humility personified all through these days (he still continues to be), he isn't willing to take it all lying down with his detractors not really showering him with flattering compliments. Feeling a strong deja vu of controversy that had erupted when he received the National Award for Hum Tum a few years back, Saif Ali Khan is disappointed with few stray comments and idle gossips 'spoiling the show' for him when he would have rather basked in the glory of national recognition coming his way. Turning offensive in his own mild way and ready to give a strong message to the ones who continue to challenge the award and in turn his standing as an actor in Indian cinema, Saif bares his heart out in conversation with Joginder Tuteja. The controversy A few years back when he was conferred with the National Award for Hum Tum, there were quite a few murmurs raised. However, access to cutting edge technology and hence more media power means that these murmurs turned out to be full blown attack this year when it came to the Padma Shri Award. If newspapers and portals were not bad enough, social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter too joined the fray. This deadly combination resulted in quite a few comments being posted online within hours of the awards being announced. So much so that headlines of even reputed National newspapers screamed 'murder' within a few hours and the dust seems to be settling down only now. "I actually gave it a lot of thought over the last few days and strongly feel that one person tweeting and another going through it on a computer is like overhearing a conversation in a coffee shop", Saif is clearly disturbed here and he is not making any effort not to show it, "As for a few select tweets being reproduced on newspaper etc. then let's look at it this way - some people select tweets, they are published by another and edited by somebody else. Yes, people are entitled to their opinion but it does turn really nasty after all." The shock While it is quite visible that this entire episode has left an ugly taste in his mouth, does Saif feel that by getting such recognition, he may have ended up shocking quite a few of his contemporaries and colleagues, both in a pleasant and a not so pleasant manner? "I am sure people are quite easily shocked", Saif tries to bring on a smile here, "A large section of people contest judgement of awards, especially of this stature; that's normal. Also, with some people it is expected and with some others it is not. Yes, when you are continuously asked this question, it does spoil the show a little bit. " The Omkara regret Saif does indeed believe in the theory of 'it all levels out at the end of the day', since he has a first hand experience in that. A few years back, the world stood up for him with his bravura performance in Omkara as 'Langda Tyagi'. However, awards at the highest level eluded him. "Omkara didn't fetch me a National Award, right? But if it would have, I don't think there would have been much noise. This is why I think it all balances out eventually", reasons Saif, "If you question a Hum Tum then why don't you speak up in defence of am Omkara? This is why I am disappointed when an honour is challenged like this. A Padma Shri is for an actor's continuous contribution to cinema and mine has been reasonably good enough with an Omkara or more recently a Love Aaj Kal behind me. Maybe if I do a couple of two more great films in as many years, the voices will all muffle down." The current situation "In our society we are not really making any Oscar winning movies, are we", questions Saif who gets seriously talking now, "I guess it is only once in a while that we actually end up making a classic. I try to choose the best of what is offered to me and then make the best of cinema that I have access to. This is why when I look at the body of work I have done over the period of time; I don't think it is actually inferior to dozens of other films that are made every year. People should not be as harsh as they have been sounding." The future Now after Love Aaj Kal, he is all set to embark on his next production Agent Vinod. One wonders what's the current status of the film given the fact that quite a lot has been heard and written about Agent Vinod over last so many months. When does director Sriram Raghavan bring this spy thriller on floors? Smiles Saif, "Yes, I know a lot has been said about it but we are very much on track. Final touches are being given to the script and at the end of March; we should have the film on floors. Meanwhile, I definitely want to work on Race 2. To do a romantic comedy is also something that stands high up in my list but then I am just waiting for a great script to come my way."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:09 am

Demi Moore is a cry baby

Hollywood star Demi Moore has admitted that she cries a lot and even gets teary over TV commercials. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:09 am

Controversy left me numb: Shah Rukh

&quot;Numb&quot; was the word actor Shah Rukh Khan used to describe his state of mind during the raging controversy over the release of his latest film <I>Name is Khan</I> following Shiv Sena protests. <br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:05 am

Aamir reconsidering resignation

Aamir Khan is reconsidering his decision to resign from the Copyright Panel set up by HRD Minister Kapil Sibal shortly after the superstar was asked by him to continue as a member.
Source: | 19 Feb 2010 | 4:03 am

Prince William to turn presenter at BAFTA awards

At this year's BAFTA awards, there will be a royal name amongst the glitzy list of presenters, none other than second in line to the British throne, Prince William. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 3:55 am

John, Abhay and Genelia roped in to endorse LG mobile phones

After reading the headlines, we are dead sure that all of you Bollywood 'fan-atics' must be smilingly thanking heavens and blessing the director for having brought together the likes of John, Abhay and Genelia: three of the Gen-Next Superstars under one roof! John Abraham, Abhay Deol and Genelia D'Souza have been chosen as the brand ambassadors for the LG range of mobile phones. According to Bollywood Hungama's confirmed sources, the three have been appointed by the electronics major LG (it's the first time that the said company has roped in any brand ambassadors) to be the face of LG Mobiles. The source also added that the three stars were chosen amongst others, since they represent the company's brand values of excellence in performance. As brand ambassadors, John Abraham, Genelia D'Souza and Abhay Deol will play a key role in connecting the brand with the consumers. This could surely be one of the biggest endorsement deals of recent times.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 19 Feb 2010 | 3:49 am

Robert De Niro will not retire

The 66-year-old actor was surprised to be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the AARP Movies for Grownups Awards and hopes he will continue to receive more accolades in the future.
Source: | 19 Feb 2010 | 3:35 am

Imran Khan and Katrina Kaif in Dibakar Banerjee's next

Imran Khan proved himself a man of the masses when recently he shot a cola ad with Kalki Koechlin shot by Dibakar (Love Sex & Dhokha) Banerjee. The ad, a slice-of-life love story about two strangers' chance encounter on a crowded streets of Mumbai shot over 2 days last month, had hordes of fan descending on location. Imran dealt with the situation like a pro, mingling, signing autographs, posing for photographs. The BEST bus hired for the shoot became his home for two days. Says Banerjee who's making his next feature film with Imran, "Seeing the discipline and drive Imran invested into the ad, I'm more than convinced I'm ready to work with mainstream actors." Banerjee who has so far done three feature films with actors like Abhay Deol, Paresh Rawal and Anupam Kher, is looking to cast Imran Khan and Katrina Kaif. Apparently, Imran was lost to the rest of the world for those two days when the ad was shot. Says Dibakar, "We shot the ad on a relatively lonely stretch of road in Malad. But the news that Imran was shooting spread and fans would swoop down every hour. Considering the tight schedule Imran would either quickly hide in his vanity van until the fans left or meet them in a very friendly manner." The BEST bus had character actors as Imran's co-passengers and Imran was soon friendly with all of them. Says the director, "All I can say is, Imran won more than a busload of fans in those two days. At the moment, I'm busy putting finishing touches to my release Love Sex Aur Dhokha. But right after that I'll get to work on the Imran project."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:59 am

"I'd like to term Click as a romantic horror" - Oneindia

Bollywood Spice

"I'd like to term Click as a romantic horror" Oneindia Seldom has an actor challenged himself so gravely in such a wild variety of roles, add to this his stage triumphs in school and college and we're clearly talking about a very special performer, indeed: Shreyas Talpade, and even if he is blissfully ... Click draws more laughs than screamsSify Click: Movie ReviewTimes of India Shreyas Talpade, Sada, Sneha Ullal, Chunky Pandey and others.stardustco.in Bollywood Spice -Thaindian.com -India.com all 22 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:46 am

Mathematical formula behind Hollywood hit

London, (ANI): An expert is of the opinion that contemporary Hollywood filmmakers have mastered the art of grabbing viewers’ attention with the correct lengths of each shot based on a mathematical pattern. James Cutting, a psychologist at Cornell University in
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:28 am

Maathiyosi audio launched

The audio launch of Maathiyosi was held at Sathyam Cinemas with the who’s who of Kollywood in attendance. The film is directed by Nanda Periyasamy and is produced by PSSR Films. Maathiyosi has 4 newcomers in lead role including Late Editor
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:28 am

I would have apologised to Shiv Sena: Shahrukh Khan - Oneindia

Indian Express

I would have apologised to Shiv Sena: Shahrukh Khan Oneindia By Raymond Ronamai Bollywood Baadshah risked his film My Name is Khan by refusing to apologise to the Shiv Sena, who came down heavily on him for supporting the inclusion of Pakistani cricketers in the IPL. After keeping silent for a while, ... My Name is Khan loses grip over its audienceIndiaGlitz Why Sena is angry without any reason/logic? – Shah Rukh KhanInternational Reporter Shah Rukh Khan MNIK falls to 20% on Thursday, following KURBAAN??stardustco.in mydigitalfc.com -Apun Ka Choice -Entertainment and Showbiz! all 76 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:26 am

Aamir goes to court over notice for forming cartel - Hindustan Times

Outlook

Aamir goes to court over notice for forming cartel Hindustan Times Aamir Khan is reconsidering his decision to resign from the Copyright Panel set up by HRD Minister Kapil Sibal shortly after the superstar was asked by him to continue as a member. Bollywood actor and director Aamir Khan and his production house, ... I sympathise with Aamir Khan: Kapil SibalOneindia On Sibal request, Aamir to rethink plan to quit panelTimes of India Withdraw resignation, Sibal urges AamirThe Hindu stardustco.in -Indian Express -NDTV.com all 149 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:25 am

Ewan was almost dropped from The Ghost Writer

London (ANI): Ewan Mcgregor has revealed that director Roman Polanski almost dropped him from his new film The Ghost Writer, as he couldn’t get rid of his Scottish accent and develop an English accent. The actor said that the Pianist’ helmer
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:24 am

Sanjay Dutt to star in political thriller?

Vivek Agnihotri, who is all set to direct political thriller "Freedom" based on the events of the last three decades, says Sanjay Dutt may play an important role in it.
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:23 am

Genelia connects with John, Abhay on phone

After reading the headlines, we are dead sure that all of you Bollywood 'fan-atics' must be smilingly thanking heavens and blessing the director for having brought together the likes of John, Abhay and Genelia: three of the Gen-Next Superstars under one
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:20 am

I would have apologised to Shiv Sena: Shahrukh Khan

Bollywood Baadshah risked his film My Name is Khan by refusing to apologise to the Shiv Sena, who came down heavily on him for supporting the inclusion of Pakistani cricketers in the IPL. After keeping silent for a while, he has
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:17 am

All three accused in Surat rape case found gulity, get life term - Hindustan Times

Oneindia

All three accused in Surat rape case found gulity, get life term Hindustan Times Three men charged with raping a 16-year-old girl in Gujarat's Surat city were sentenced to life imprisonment on Friday, with the judge saying the punishment should be "proportionate to the crime". The three were held guilty on various counts by the ... Surat gangrape: Life imprisonment to three accusedOneindia Three sentenced to life in Surat gangrape casePress Trust of India Surat gangrape case verdict on FridayTimes of India BreakingNewsOnline. -SamayLive -indiablooms all 43 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:16 am

"I'd like to term Click as a romantic horror" - Shreyas Talpade

Seldom has an actor challenged himself so gravely in such a wild variety of roles, add to this his stage triumphs in school and college and we're clearly talking about a very special performer, indeed: Shreyas Talpade, and even if he
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:14 am

Posh defence skinny models

London (ANI): Former Spice Girls member Victoria Beckham has come to the defence of skinny models. Posh, 35, backed the right of fashion designers to use size zero catwalk girls, and said that people should not discriminate.“Most of these girls are
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:14 am

Tabu happy to be called sensuous - Times of India

IBNLive.com

Tabu happy to be called sensuous Times of India Tabu's fans find her sensuous despite the actress sometimes playing non-glamorous as in "The Namesake". The two-time national award winner is happy with the tag. On being asked about the "sensuous" tag given to her by fans, Tabu said: "I am happy being ... Toh Baat PakkiSantaBanta.com Toh Baat Pakki, Click releasing todayIBNLive.com Toh Baat PakkiNDTV.com Rediff -Oneindia -Spicezee all 37 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:14 am

After 'Lahore', mom is the word for Nafisa Ali

After playing a mother in "Lahore", a film that she feels will improve relations between India and Pakistan, social activist and actress Nafisa Ali will be seen as Hrithik's mother in "Guzaarish".
Source: Entertainment News | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:11 am

500 Crores dowry for Jnr NTR?

Tollywood Superstar Jnr NTR, who is entering wedlock with Lakshmi Pranathi is reportedly taking 500 crores as dowry. Few reports have claimed that actor is getting 500 crores as advance by his 'to be in-laws'.Jnr NTR is engaged to Narne
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:04 am

Mayank Anand's trilogy of love

All of us have always fantasized about dating the actor we love most. Mayank Anand aka Dr Rahul from Dill Mill Gaye might just translate that dream to reality. Apparently a contest ‘Trilogy of love’ is being run on Mayank's blog
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 2:00 am

Abhi-Ash India`s favourite celeb couple: Poll - Zee News

Total Filmy

Abhi-Ash India`s favourite celeb couple: Poll Zee News Mumbai: Abhishek and Aishwarya Bachchan have beaten off competition from within their family to clinch the title of India`s favourite celeb couple, with `paa and maa` Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan coming third. As part of the Valentine-Day Celebrations, ... Big B blasts media report on Aishwarya's healthPress Trust of India Stay off Aishwarya Rai, say angry BachchansSify Abhishek hits out at media for hurting AishwaryaOneindia Times of India -india-server.com -Spicezee all 63 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Feb 2010 | 1:59 am

Kate Moss not to quit modelling

London (ANI): Kate Moss has rubbished rumours that she’s saying goodbye to the ramp, insisting she is "still having a wonderful time modelling." The stunner recently signed up to design a collection of handbags for luxury design house Longchamp and turned
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 19 Feb 2010 | 1:32 am

'Nirmal Pandey was a sensitive person' - Rediff

SantaBanta.com

'Nirmal Pandey was a sensitive person' Rediff Telugu director Kiran Kumar was one of the last people who worked with actor Nirmal Pandey before he died of a cardiac arrest on February 18. The duo had worked together in last week's release, Kedi, starring Nagarjuna [ Images ]. ... Bollywood mourns Nirmal PandeyEconomic Times Actor Nirmal Pandey passes away at 48Hindustan Times Shocking celebrity deathsNDTV.com IndiaGlitz -Times of India -india-server.com all 100 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Feb 2010 | 12:38 am

From Border to Sufi Paranja Katha - Rediff

MSN India

From Border to Sufi Paranja Katha Rediff Priyanandanan's Malayalam film Sufi Paranja Katha (What the Sufi said), which releases on February 19, focuses mainly on the life of a character named Karthi. Actor Sharbani Mukherjee, who starred in Hindi films like Border and in director ... Sufi Paranja Katha from FridayGalatta.com 'Sufi Paranja Katha'MSN India 'Culture does not change with religion'Express Buzz Sify all 5 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Feb 2010 | 12:36 am

Ben Kingsley has a crucial role in 'Teen Patti': Leena - Indian Express

Hindustan Times

Ben Kingsley has a crucial role in 'Teen Patti': Leena Indian Express Filmmaker Leena Yadav is amused by rumours that Ben Kinsley plays only a cameo in upcoming film 'Teen Patti'. Filmmaker Leena Yadav is amused by rumours that Hollywood actor Ben Kinsley plays only a cameo in her upcoming film 'Teen Patti'. ... 'Teen Patti' Bewildered search for hot Babe!Entertainment and Showbiz! Teen CheersThe Hindu Directors looking for Teen Patti item girlHindustan Times Media Newsline -infocera -india-server.com all 31 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 18 Feb 2010 | 11:38 pm

Actor Nirmal Pandey is no more!

Actor Nirmal Pandey, who shot to fame with his performances in 'BanditQueen,' 'Daayra,' and 'Godmother' died of cardiac arrest yesterday.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 10:35 pm

Hello Zindagi to hit the screens on March 5

Hello Zindagi produced by Suresh Menon and Amit Garg of Ample Entertainment Co and directed by award winning Raja Unnithan is scheduled to be released on March 5, 2010. The starcast of the movie includes Mrunmayee Lagoo (daughter of Reema Lagoo).
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 10:13 pm

Chopra commuting to Beverly Hills for Broken Horses

Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the Filmfare Award winner is reportedly commuting between Mumbai (India) and Beverly Hills (California, USA) for making his debut English venture Broken Horses. Action-drama Broken Horses is a story of two brothers.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:44 pm

Springsteen ticket row: Ticketmaster settles with FTC

Ticketmaster had been accused of selling tickets to fans for these concerts through companion website TicketsNow speculatively. While fans in some cases, paid up four times the price of the tickets, some of these were not even available
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 2:37 pm

Kathryn Grayson, Soprano and musical star no more

Kathryn Grayson was a trained opera singer and her talent and looks soon caught the attention of MGM, which cast her in lead roles of its musicals like Anchors Aweigh and Show Boat. She starred opposite Mario Lanza and Howard Keel in some films too.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 2:25 pm

Simon Cowell says no to engagement rumours

Simon Cowell denies being engaged to his partner Mezhgan Hussainy. Amidst rumours of being engaged to the 36 year old make up artist, Cowell's publicist and friend told the paparazzi that he asked his friend whether he was engaged and Simon said no.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 12:56 pm

Salman and I deserve special awards - Times of India

Hindustan Times

Salman and I deserve special awards Times of India The 55th Idea Filmfare Awards 2009 is all set to happen at Yash Raj studios in Mumbai on 27th Feb 2010 and who better than the gorgeous Katrina Kaif to announce the grant event! Looking supremely sexy in a body hugging knee length purple dress, ... Katrina Kaif wants what Salman has never gotEntertainment and Showbiz! “I do not like controversies”- Katrina KaifOneindia Katrina Kaif wants a Filmfare Award!BreakingNewsOnline. NDTV.com -india-server.com -StarBoxOffice.com all 75 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 18 Feb 2010 | 11:46 am

American Idol: Chris Golightly shown door for joining boy band

American idol contestant Chris Golightly was replaced by Tim Urban on Wednesday. Chris was eliminated because of an old contract that he signed with a boy band. During the Hollywood auditions, Chris slowly disappeared from the radar.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 10:34 am

Madhavan is proud of his work

He may be a superstar down south but when it comes to Bollywood, R Madhavan has no illusions. The actor admits that he is no star in B-town but he is enjoying the kind of work he is doing.
Source: | 18 Feb 2010 | 10:02 am

Actor Nirmal Pandey passes away

Actor Nirmal Pandey passed away today afternoon. Nirmal, a graduate from the National School of Drama, is known for his performances in films like Bandit Queen, Iss Raat Ki Subah Nahin, Godmother and Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya amongst many others. His next release is Lahore which comes out next month. Pandey, reportedly, suffered a major heart attack which caused his unfortunate demise. We at Bollywood Hungama offer our humblest condolences to the actor's family and friends.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:58 am

Abhay Deol had almost got rejected for Road, Movie

Releasing March 5, Road, Movie revolves around Vishnu being played by Abhay, a young man desperate to escape a future working as a salesman for his father's hair oil business.   
Source: | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:52 am

Ajay Devgn returns to action movies

The actor-producer has bought the rights to produce the Hindi remake of Puthiya Mukham, which had Malayalam superstar Prithviraj in the lead. Golmaal director Rohit Shetty will wield the megaphone for the yet-to-be titled Hindi remake.   
Source: | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:43 am

Dog’s life for SRK, Kajol

Animated film to feature the characters of SRK, Kajol and Rani Mukherji as dogs.
Source: | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:31 am

Preview: Up In The Air

Ryan’s life may change when the company hires Natalie Keener, a young overachieving woman.
Source: | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:28 am

Mandela's tale not easy to understand: Eastwood

Clint's new movie Invictus follows Mandela's release from prison in 1990 and how in his first term as the South African President, he initiates a unique venture to unite the apartheid-torn land - he enlists the national rugby team on a mission to win the 1995 Rugby World Cup.
Source: | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:27 am

All in a day’s work

Pierce Brosnan on his evolution from Agent 007 to Chiron the Centaur.
Source: | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:22 am

Preview: Percy Jackson & the Olympians

It’s the 21st century, but the gods of Mount Olympus and assorted monsters have walked out of the pages of high school student Percy Jackson’s Greek mythology texts and into his life.
Source: | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:09 am

Big B adopts freedom fighter; pledges to support her financially

There is a famous dialogue of the famous film Munnabhai MBBS, which says "Munna...tum toh khuda ho... tum kuch bhi kar sakte ho". Well, the very lines hold immense water and truth for the man whom we better know as Amitabh Bachchan aka Big B. The legendary actor, recently in an awards function, just couldn't help showing off his soft side as he got immensely moved by the strength and conviction of a 90 year old freedom fighter lady named Gayatri Devi and her fight for her pension, so much so that he decided to take care of her for the next five years. Big B wrote in his blog stating that, "All she wants is her due - her pension - Rs 3,500 /- per month from the Government!" For starters, Gayatri Devi has been on a protest on the streets of Delhi since the last four years in order to get her freedom fighter's pension restored. The pension money that she was getting from the Bihar government under the "Samman" pension scheme for freedom fighters since 1997 was suddenly stopped in 2002. What's worse was that it was reasoned that her money was stopped because her name appeared in a list of fake freedom fighters. Despite the old lady's running from pillar to post, justice was totally denied. Umpteen pleas and appeal to the ministers fell on deaf ears. Now that Big B has planned to adopt the lady, the lady has not stopped smiling since then. They don't call Big B a superstar with a heart of gold for nothing!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 18 Feb 2010 | 9:07 am

Actor Nirmal Pandey dead

MUMBAI (Reuters) - Actor Nirmal Pandey, who acted in films like "Bandit Queen" and "Daayraa" has died of a heart attack, the director of his last film said on Thursday.
Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 18 Feb 2010 | 6:54 am

Sajid Khan shoots 'Apni Toh Jaise Taise' remix version with Housefull cast

Sajid Khan and his Housefull team comprising of Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Arjun Rampal, Deepika Padukone, Lara Dutta and Jiah Khan have been busy shooting a full on dhamakedaar track since the last 3 days at Mumbai's Filmistan Studios. The track is a brand new remix version of the super hit song 'Apni Toh Jaise Taise' from the 1981 Big B starrer Laawaris. We got in touch with Sajid Khan, who shared some more details of what promises to be a blockbuster song. "Yes...we've been busy shooting the 'Apni Toh Jaise Taise' track since the last 3 days. Besides all the main actors, the song also features Jacqueline Fernandez. 'Apni Toh Jaise Taise' is a cult favorite and the way Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy have remixed it is something which has to be heard to be believed. Mika has sung the song and we've also used the vocals of Kishoreda who sang the original version. Farah has done the choreography." Akshay Kumar tweeted about the song this morning saying, "Though nothing close to the original...we've tried our best. Hope it lives up to all your expectations." When asked if the song would feature in the film, Sajid said, "Of course...it comes during the pre-climax. It's a complete fun song and we"ve all had a blast shooting it." Looks like this one has chartbuster written all over it.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 18 Feb 2010 | 6:33 am

Vidya Balan moves into her new home in Khar

Finally, Vidya Balan has made that move. Three weeks ago, Vidya Balan finally moved into her new 4-bedroom place in Khar. And she just can't get enough of her brand new possession. "It's virtually been built brick by brick by me in the middle of my busy schedules. I wasn't able to give the house time at a stretch. That's why it took time to be put together." Now the 'house-proud' actress intends to have a house-warming party, her first get-together since she came into the film industry, and also a good time to celebrate since two of her back-to-back films have been declared hits. But nothing about Vidya is convention. Not even her house-warming party. Says the lovely actress, "I think it's imprudent to invite all your friends all at once for one party. This makes the gathering unmanageable, guests who don't know one another get uncomfortable. So I'm having a series of sit-in dinners in my new house where groups of friends who know one another, can come together for cosy comfortable conversations and food." But first, Vidya wants every little detail in her new house to be perfect. "I'm fastidious about cleanliness to the point of being obsessive about my home. If I feel a drawer is messy, I will clean it up at 3 in the morning after a hard day's shooting. So before my house-warming parties start, I need to make sure everything is in place." Vidya admits the home is now her proudest possession. "Shifting into it after the release of Ishqiya is a conscious move. I think after Paa and Ishqiya I've earned myself a place of my own." Vidya earlier stayed in a much smaller place in Chembur. The new place has been done up by a friend of her father. "Nobody that is familiar to the film fraternity. He had done up our earlier place as well."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 18 Feb 2010 | 5:41 am

My Name Is Khan is triumphant entry for Star-Fox in Bollywood

Star-Fox, the American co-producers of Karan Johar's My Name Is Khan are mighty pleased with the outcome of their first international collaboration. Interestingly, the music in MNIK is not being seen as a hindrance for the international market. Says Vijay Singh, CEO Star-Fox, "The songs are not lip-sync and they do not hamper the flow of the narrative. The myth that the songs must be lip-sync has been broken. The idea is to push the boundaries and see how far we can take Bollywood. MNIK has raised the bar for Indian cinema. Abroad, my colleagues in LA are surprised by the kind of numbers we're getting in the US. Khan has performed 2 1/2 times better overseas than any other Indian film. It's a great moment for Bollywood. Nobody knew what the upper limit for profits was for Bollywood internationally. People leave the theatre with a message in their heart. We all went through some difficult times initially. But that's all behind us now." Singh says the Star-Fox headquarter in LA were watching the progression of MNIK very carefully. "We always believed in the film. Right from Day 1, they were looking at Khan not as a film on issues but an epic love story. That's what attracted us to the project in the first place. We've put the film in different countries keeping in mind the different audiences. In the UK we've given it the highest number of prints possible. We worked very closely with Karan Johar and then marketed the film according the cultural requirements of the specific countries. Our colleagues all over the world were taken into confidence. We don't see the international market as a spill over of the Indian market. We spent money in every market to set up the film keeping in mind the specifics." Says Vijay, "Audiences for Indian cinema are changing all over the world. MNIK had the biggest and the best talent in Hindi cinema." And now Star-Fox will produce another Hindi film. "This time more of an entertainer on a far less lavish budget but with an underlying message," promises Vijay Singh.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 18 Feb 2010 | 3:55 am

Indian media: Social accountability is a lost cause

In war of TRPs to air the news before anyone else, little attention is paid to verify the information by the channels. Increasingly, these channels are drifting from their original trade and striving to take the place of entertainment channels.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 3:38 am

Mime artist Haque receives Sangeet Natak Academi Award

The well known mime artist of Northeast region and who single handedly popularise mine in the region Moinul Haque, has been named as one of the recipients of the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for the year 2009.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 18 Feb 2010 | 2:53 am

Eros unit strikes publishing deal with EMI

(Reuters) - Indian movie distributor Eros International Plc's music unit entered into a publishing deal with EMI Group's subsidiary to use each others' distribution networks for growth in new markets.
Source: Reuters: Bollywood News | 18 Feb 2010 | 1:51 am