National award hasn't changed life: Priyanka Chopra

She has achieved a lot in a few years time in Bollywood, including a National award for Best Actress, but Priyanka Chopra insists that the accolade has not made much difference to her life. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 31 Mar 2010 | 8:43 am

Russell Crowe to be honoured on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Hollywood actor Russell Crowe is set to be to be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 31 Mar 2010 | 8:38 am

Censors pass male smooch scene and morphed nude shot in Pankh

While the fate of the kissing scene between Rahul Bose and Arjun Mathur in Onir's film Omar hangs in balance, Bengali filmmaker Sudipto Chattopadhyaya's gay kiss in Pankh featuring Maradona Rebello and Amit Purohit has been passed by the censors, untouched. This would be the first time Hindi audiences will see two men kissing on screen. Madhur Bhandarkar had earlier deleted a male kiss featuring Samir Soni before submitting his film Fashion to the censors. Not only that, a sequence where Maradona Rebello goes fully naked before his screen-mother Lilette Dubey has also been passed by the lately-liberalized censor board, albeit with the 19-year old actor's butt blurred. The director Sudipto Chattopadhyaya has no quibble with Vinayak Azad Regional Officer of the censor board. Says Sudipto emphatically, "In fact Vinayak Azad has been very supportive. Its individual members of the jury who raised questions about the language and content. Some words from the dialogues had to be beeped out. One lady in Burqa behaved as though the moral health of the nation would be destroyed by the deeds of my characters. Such hypocrisy has to stop." Director Sudipto Chattopadhyaya is extremely miffed at the lurid bent given to Pankh. "The so-called male kissing sequence is actually a molestation scene. The young shocked disgusted hero Maradona is force-kissed by a drunken friend who assumes Maradona is gay. The sequence is not titillating or erotic but filled with Maradona's revulsion. But because the kiss came to light after Article 377 was repealed it was conveniently misconstrued." The nude sequence will qualify as the boldest ever in an Indian film. It comes at a time when the boy-hero must prove to his domineering mother that he is, after all, a man. Says the director, "I've never spoken about this sequence before because the content is bound to be projected out of context. It's actually the climactic moment when the hero Jerry (Maradona Rebello) can no longer bear with his mother's taunts about his manhood. Jerry takes off his trousers to show his mother that he has a d...k like any man. It's shocking moment. We shot Maradona from the back. But he was fully nude in front of Lilette Dubey." The censorial boldness notwithstanding one wonders how Indian audiences would react to a film that subverts the traditional mother-child relationship and takes it kicking and screaming into the zone of sexual politics.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 31 Mar 2010 | 7:33 am

Vidya Balan highlights Indian cinema's global impact at Wharton

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan, who was recently invited to the Wharton School in Pennsylvania to be part of the 14th Wharton India Economic Forum, showcased the high points of Indian cinema there.
Source: Entertainment News | 31 Mar 2010 | 7:06 am

I am supporting Mumbai Indians: Sanjay Dutt

Actor Sanjay Dutt, who featured on the "Extraaa Innings T20" show on MAX, says he is pitching for the Mumbai Indians team in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament.
Source: Entertainment News | 31 Mar 2010 | 6:59 am

Ranbir Kapoor unplugged!

Barely two-and-a-half years in the industry and the guy has proved himself as a true winner. Read on to know what Ranbir Kapoor has to say about Deepika, Katrina and Pryianka.
Source: | 31 Mar 2010 | 6:03 am

How Sendhil Ramamurthy was cast in It's A Wonderful Afterlife

The tall, dark and handsome hunk from American series 'Heroes', Sendhil Ramamurthy, is making heads turn even before the first look of Gurinder Chadha's It's A Wonderful Afterlife has been revealed in India. The LA-based actor, who was recently cast as a CIA agent in the noted US spy drama Covert Affairs opposite Piper Perabo, was approached by Chadha in December 2008 to meet for the role of Raj, opposite British-Indian debutant, Goldy Notay, who plays Roopie. "Sendhil flew to London and we had lunch," informs Chadha. "He said he was determined to be in one of my films and happily he was perfect for the role; a good-looking out of towner who has not been in touch with Roopie and her family for a while. Sendhil was great on set, extremely disciplined and conscientious, and he made many a female heart flutter when he did a take - and some guys too!" she laughs. Remarks Sendhil, "I had some time off between Season 3 and 4 of 'Heroes' and that's exactly when Gurinder was shooting for Afterlife. She's very good with her actors and the film gave me the opportunity of doing something light and different from Suresh in 'Heroes'." Ramamurthy will attend the London premiere of It's A Wonderful Life on April 12, accompanied by his British wife and actress, Olga Sosnowska. The keenly awaited comedy, also starring Shabana Azmi, Sanjeev Bhaskar and Sally Hawkins in key roles, releases in the UK on April 21 and in India and Pakistan on May 7. It is an Indian Films and Bend It Films presentation in association with Studio 18.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 31 Mar 2010 | 5:55 am

Blog: Amitabh Bachchan and politics of celebrity

Amitabh Bachchan is caught in a political controversy yet again. The 67-year old-actor finds himself in the middle of a row over his presence at government functions in Mumbai and Pune. While no official reason has been given, Bachchan's presence at a government function in Mumbai last week has raised hackles in the Congress party, ostensibly because of Bachchan's bitter relationship with the Gandhi family. Later the same week, his son Abhishek's posters were removed from an Earth Day function for which he had earlier been declared ambassador, organised by the Congress-run Delhi state government. On Monday, the Congress party criticised Bachchan for being a brand ambassador for the state of Gujarat, whose chief minister has not been able to shake off the stigma of the infamous 2002 riots. And Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan avoided the star at a Marathi convention, choosing instead to attend a day before Bachchan's arrival. "Am I hallucinating, or is there a pattern in all this!!!??" Bachchan wrote on his blog on Saturday. Those who have followed Bachchan, or for that matter, the Gandhis closely may know of the bitter rift between the two once close families. So for the Congress to shun the star seems to follow naturally. This is also not the first political party with which Bachchan has clashed. Whether it was his campaign for the Uttar Pradesh government, his relationship with Shiv Sena chief Balasaheb Thackeray or the MNS's violent reaction to his statements, the star has always had an uneasy relationship with the political establishment of the country. Bachchan's closeness to former Congress ally Amar Singh and now to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi is also a matter of much conjecture within political circles. But many are questioning whether it is valid for a political party to question an individual's choice of friends, or whether Bachchan himself has shifted loyalties once too often. What do you think? Has the Congress gone too far in "banning" Amitabh Bachchan and his family? Blog can be accessed at http://blogs.reuters.com/india/2010/03/31/amitabh-bachchan-and-politics-of-celebrity/ If you have an interesting Bollywood blog to share, do email us Disclaimer: The opinions expressed herein or statements made in the above column are solely those of the blogger, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Bollywood Hungama. Bollywood Hungama accepts no legal liability or responsibility for any claims made or opinions expressed herein.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 31 Mar 2010 | 5:05 am

Gautaman Bhaskaran’s Review: Angadi Theru

The movie is intensely disturbing, and a very bold effort by the helmer to document a notorious social practice, overlooked by a corrupt administration. Read on for the full review
Source: | 31 Mar 2010 | 4:54 am

Vidya Balan speaks at the 14th Wharton India Economic Forum (WIEF)

Vidya Balan spoke on the Globalization of Mainstream Indian Cinema at the14th Wharton India Economic Forum (WIEF). Balan, who has never failed to deliver a brilliant performance in her films, was recently invited to the prestigious Wharton School in Pennsylvania to be part of the 14th Wharton India Economic Forum (WIEF) to speak on the subject of Globalization of Mainstream. The actress spoke on moving beyond parallel and cross-over films, and how mainstream Indian films are now making their mark on international audiences. Reveals a source, "Vidya Balan spoke on how mainstream Indian Cinema is going global in every way possible as international production houses including Warner Bros and Disney are producing Indian films, and how Indian movies are being watched by over 90 countries and are consistently recognized across international film festivals." Vidya was part of a panel that discussed the achievements, shortcomings, and future prospects of the Indian film industry as it scales new global heights. Others on the panel included Anil Kapoor, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Shankar Mahadevan, and Namit Malhotra.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 31 Mar 2010 | 4:47 am

Suniel Shetty returns to action genre with Hindi remake of Keerthichakra

After having debuted with the hardcore action flick Balwaan, almost two decades ago, Suniel Shetty went on to experiment in various genres right from romance, to comedy to socially relevant films. However, those fans who have been pining to see 'Anna' in an action role can finally smile as the actor is all ready to start his next film which is an action film. The film in question is a remake of the popular Malayalam film Keerthichakra and will be directed by Major Ravi (an ex-Indian Army Major). Major Ravi, who has been associated with directors like Priyadarshan and Rajkumar Santoshi in the past, had directed the original version starring Mohanlal which was a runaway success. Speaking about the film, Suniel says, "Yes... I am excited about doing an action film after a long while. The original version Keerthichakra was a huge success and I hope that the Hindi remake also does well. I play the role of an officer who leads a team of 10 young commandos. My character is like a mentor and guide to the younger boys. " The film is based on the militancy issue in Jammu and Kashmir While Suniel has been finalized for the lead role; the rest of the cast is yet to be finalized.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 31 Mar 2010 | 4:41 am

Varudu Movie Review - CineGoer.com

ThatsFamous (blog)

Varudu Movie Review CineGoer.com Cast: Allu Arjun, Aarya, Suhasini, Ashish Vidyarthi, Naresh, Sayaji Shinde, Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, Ahuti Prasad, Brahmanandam, Brahmaji, Vinaya Prasad and others. Varudu is about the bride and groom not deciding to see each other till they are ... Varudu set to release todayOneindia Arya, paid Rs 2 crore to play villain?Sify Producers' Council restricts publicityGalatta.com india-server.com -Andhra Cafe -Fyoq News all 17 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 31 Mar 2010 | 4:14 am

Jacqueline does Dharmendra, Mithunda and Sridevi's dance steps in JKSAH

By now its common knowledge that the beautiful Jacqueline Fernandez plays a Girl who descends on Earth from Venus in Milap Zaveri's directorial debut Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai (JKSAH). However, what many don't know, is the fact that despite coming from another planet, Jackie's character Tara would be seen doing some famous Bollywood dance moves in this rom-com. Speaking about the same, director Milap Zaveri says, "The scene you are talking about happens when Jacqueline's character Tara is in Riteish's house and her foot accidentally hits the T.V. remote thereby turning on the T.V. Since she plays a girl from Venus, she is completely zapped by the television set. She keeps changing channels and comes across shots of Dharmendraji dancing to 'Main Jat Yamla Pagla Deewana', Mithunda dancing to 'I Am A Disco Dancer' and Srideviji doing her Nagina dance number. Out of curiosity she begins to ape whatever she sees on television and ends up dancing like Dharamji, Mithunda and Sridevi. She gets so excited seeing the T.V. set that it becomes her favorite discovery. All of us had a blast shooting for this scene and I am sure the audiences too will love to see Jackie doing dance steps of some of Bollywood's popular stars." Indeed it'll be fun to see Jacqueline ape some of the biggest Bollywood superstars.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 31 Mar 2010 | 4:06 am

Anees Bazmee signs Irrfan Khan, Suniel Shetty and Celina Jaitley for Thank You

The core cast of Anees Bazmee's rom-com Thank You just got bigger. After Akshay Kumar, Sonam Kapoor and Bobby Deol, Irrfan Khan has been added to the cast in a pivotal role. Suniel Shetty and Celina Jaitly play another couple in the film. Says Anees, "I've worked with Suniel and Celina before and enjoyed the experience. But with Irrfan I'm working for the first time. He is perfect for the part of Bobby Deol's boss." Irrfan has a crammed year ahead. As soon as he finishes Saat Khoon Maaf, he heads for Canada to shoot for Anees Bazmee's Thank You. Says Irrfan, "Yes, I'm doing Anees' film. I've always wanted to work with Anees Bazmee. It's always advisable to include spicy food in your cuisine. That's why I'm doing Anees' Thank You. The role is perfect. And I get to work with another lovely girl Sonam Kapoor."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 31 Mar 2010 | 4:03 am

Arshad wants to do dark roles

Arshad Warsi, who has juggled roles as choreographer, actor and producer in over a decade in Bollywood, wants to do more dark roles. He also plans to direct a &quot;quirky, action comedy&quot;, something like British filmmaker Guy Ritchie's movies. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 31 Mar 2010 | 4:03 am

Madonna wants daughter to dress up more conservatively

London, (ANI): Madonna, famous for her outlandish fashion sensibilities, says she wishes her teen daughter Lourdes would "dress more conservatively". "You could say it's in the DNA. I could never tell her how to dress," the Telegraph quoted Madonna, as telling
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:43 am

Heather Mills treated ex-nanny like a 'daughter'

London, (ANI):  Heather Mills has slammed her former nanny Sara Trumble for betraying her and dragging her to an employment tribunal, insisting that she treated her "like a daughter". Trumble, 26, is claiming undisclosed damages on grounds of discrimination over maternity
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:40 am

No more surgeries for Dame Elizabeth Taylor

London (ANI): Actress Dame Elizabeth Taylor, who has fought brain tumour, heart failure, skin cancer, osteoporosis, among other problems, does not want to undergo any more operations, it has emerged. The double Oscar-winner, suffering from crippling neck pain, has apparently told
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:38 am

Sanjay, Manyata pick up Egyptian gold lockets

Sanjay and Manyata Dutt were in Egypt recently. While there, the couple picked up a couple of gold lockets symbolic of love, peace and togetherness.Sanju's locket is more intricate while Maana's is simpler and also smaller. Interestingly, her locket reads Dilnashin
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:33 am

Bipasha Basu throws tantrum at an event

Bips stages walkout at a recent event. Wasn't the first time, won't be the last!Bipasha Basu's tantrums are growing quite frequent. Most recently, she stomped out of a dealers' convention (organised by a brand she endorses) in Ahmedabad on Sunday night,
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:31 am

Abhay Deol yet to get over Road, Movie

Road, Movie may have seen a premature end to it's box office run in India. However, its lead actor Abhay Deol is undeterred. Happy with the critical appreciation coming the film's way, he is positive that in years to come, the
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:29 am

Abhinav Shukla's Last Show!

Abhinav Shukla who will be essaying a grey shaded role as an NRI in Star One’s upcoming fiction named Geet- Sabse Hui Parayi is actually going to be his last show on small screen because this guy craves for something other
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:25 am

Sa re ga ma featuring Pak contestants?

Sania Mirza may have chosen a Pakistani as her husband but that’s unlikely to melt the hearts of the hardliners who oppose cultural ties between the two nations. Pakistani artists, who have made a name (and money) from Indian reality shows
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:23 am

Simon Cowell to gift fiancee a £65K car

London (ANI): Simon Cowell is set to gift his sweetheart Mezhgan Hussainy a 65,000-pound car on her birthday, it has emerged. The music mogul, 50, and his fiancée, 36, are believed to have spent an hour looking at luxury models at
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:19 am

Lady Gaga can have an orgasm by just thinking of sex

London (ANI): Singer Lady Gaga has revealed that she can have an orgasm by just thinking about sex. The Poker Face hitmaker insists that she has a strong memory and imagination, thanks to the acting classes she started attending when she
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:15 am

Chris Brown in news again

For the American Idol live performance on March 30,Tuesday,the 'American Idol' favourites Andrew Gar cia and Lee Dewyze chose 'Forever' by Chris Brown..They gave it an acoustic touch,a slower vibe and gave a triumphant performance.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:09 am

My directorial debut will be quirky comedy: Arshad Warsi

Arshad Warsi, who has juggled roles as choreographer, actor and producer in over a decade in Bollywood, wants to do more dark roles.
Source: Entertainment News | 31 Mar 2010 | 3:02 am

Toronto Fashion Week - The Hindu

Times of India

Toronto Fashion Week The Hindu Models display collections of various designers during a Fashion Week in New York. Photos: AP Celebrities walked the ramp wearing the creations of prominent designers during the country's biggest fashion business event — Wills Lifestyle India Fashion ... Gulf buyers, online orders spelt business at WIFW (Review)Sify We bring you some of the best shows of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion WeekIndian Express Stars sashay at WIFW '10Times of India Livemint -Financial Express -FashionUnited India (blog) all 27 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 31 Mar 2010 | 2:54 am

Movie Preview: Tum Milo Toh Sahi - Hindustan Times

Indian Express

Movie Preview: Tum Milo Toh Sahi Hindustan Times Love knows no age or time - this is the theme of director Kabir Sadanand's romantic comedy Tum Milo Toh Sahi, which is releasing on Friday. Produced by Nikhil Panchammiya, the film is about three couples played by Dimple Kapadia-Nana Patekar, ... Coffee, tea & MEScreen Weekly Vidya Malvade wants to do an item numberTimes of India Vidya Malvade is Anita in Nana, Dimple TUM MILO TO SAHI!!stardustco.in Rediff -NDTV.com -Sify all 101 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 31 Mar 2010 | 2:38 am

Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai: Music Review - Times of India

NDTV.com

Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai: Music Review Times of India It's high time composer duo Sajid-Wajid tried something fresh. The two experimented in "Veer" and tried to move away from their signature style, but they are back to their usual stuff in "Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai". The soundtrack has no retention value ... Riteish is upset with JKSAH promotionOneindia Dubbing woes for Jacqueline FernandezGlamSham Jacqueline Fernandez Faints To The Rising Temperature And Mob!india-server.com Total Filmy -NDTV.com -Hindustan Times all 62 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 31 Mar 2010 | 2:17 am

Kareena declines having her TV show - Total Filmy

IndiaGlitz

Kareena declines having her TV show Total Filmy by Jasmine - March 31, 2010 - 0 comments As per tabloid reports, Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor, who was approached by a TV channel to star in her very own show on the small screen titled 'Main Kareena Kapoor Banna Chahti Hoon', has declined the ... Kareena not ready to take anything smallOneindia No time for TV: KareenaIndiaGlitz Kareena gives friends a ride!Times of India Entertainment and Showbiz! -india-server.com -Apun Ka Choice all 26 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 31 Mar 2010 | 2:08 am

Ra.One seeks inspiration from Avatar, 2012, etc - Times of India

Fresh News

Ra.One seeks inspiration from Avatar, 2012, etc Times of India Anubhav Sinha is going all out to ensure that the Shah Rukh Khan-Kareena Kapoor starrer Ra.One becomes a landmark SFX film for Bollywood. To make sure that only the best effects are incorporated in the film, he has given the Red Chillies team a list of ... Time for excuses is over: SRKIndian Express Time for excuses is over, says SRKCalcutta Telegraph Shah Rukh Khan RA 1 special effects to match Avatar, Terminator!!stardustco.in Financial Express -BizAsia.co.uk -India-Forums.com all 12 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 31 Mar 2010 | 1:37 am

Sandra Bullock's husband in rehab? - Hindustan Times

Telegraph.co.uk

Sandra Bullock's husband in rehab? Hindustan Times TMZ reports, a member of the medical team at Sierra Tucson, a Tucson rehab facility that specializes in drug, alcohol and sex addiction, as well as other disorders, has revealed that the TV star is a patient there. According to sources, when a ... Jesse James' mistress Michelle McGee 'thinks he's a snake'Indian Express Jesse James in rehabChina Daily Sandra Bullock's tattooed interloper Michelle McGee juices up her websiteVancouver Sun RTE.ie -AHN | All Headline News -Philadelphia Inquirer all 1,302 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 31 Mar 2010 | 1:04 am

Varudu: Movie review

The film is an action-based emotional romantic-comedy produced under the banner of Universal Media and directed by Gunasekhar. In the movie 100 real life families have been involved with their entire families.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 31 Mar 2010 | 1:00 am

Indian Ocean goes reel-life - Daily News & Analysis

The Hindu

Indian Ocean goes reel-life Daily News & Analysis Mumbai: For the first time ever in the history of Indian cinema a film on the life of one of the most prominent Indian music bands, Indian Ocean, is releasing in cinemas across the nation. The film is however releasing after the unfortunate death of ... Indian Ocean filmedThe Hindu 'Very few have confidence to produce something without a precedent'Financial Express Indian Ocean on Silver ScreenFresh News Pune Mirror all 6 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 30 Mar 2010 | 11:07 pm

Simha movie songs free download and synopsis, review

SIMHA, a telegu film will be releasing soon in theatres and you can download the songs for free from various songs websites and movies's synopsis will be revealed soon.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 30 Mar 2010 | 10:15 pm

Ambassador Jr B: Picked for 'cult appeal', blacked out on D-day - Indian Express

The Hindu

Ambassador Jr B: Picked for 'cult appeal', blacked out on D-day Indian Express World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) says it “prides itself on the choice of its ambassadors”. Earlier this year, Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan was chosen as the brand ambassador for 'Earth Hour India', a cause which has had stars like Cate Blanchett, ... Congress leaves Abhishek in the dark?NDTV.com Amitabh questions 'missing' Abhishek at Earth Hour eventSify Jr caught in Pa's battle, blanked out at Earth HourTimes of India Spicezee -Zee News -Sakaal Times all 144 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 30 Mar 2010 | 5:13 pm

MNS men train guns on foreign dancers, disrupt another shoot - Daily News & Analysis

Total Filmy

MNS men train guns on foreign dancers, disrupt another shoot Daily News & Analysis Mumbai: The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) is at it again. This is the second time within a fortnight that the MNS workers have disrupted the shooting of a film. Fifteen of them were arrested by the Malwani police on Tuesday for creating trouble ... MNS workers disrupt film shoot yet again, heldNDTV.com 16 MNS workers arrested for halting film's shootTotal Filmy MNS workers disrupt film shoot, 16 heldIndian Express India Today -The Hindu -Press Trust of India all 22 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 30 Mar 2010 | 2:51 pm

Usher releases Raymond vs Raymond, heard it yet?

Usher released his new album on Tuesday called Raymond Vs Raymond. Largely believed to surround his marriage and divorce with Tameka Foster Raymond, Raymond vs Raymond is an interesting mix of music, which has many refreshing numbers.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 30 Mar 2010 | 2:48 pm

'Ek Tho Chance','Saluun' go to Houston film fest

Pritish Nandy Communications' feature films "Saluun" and "Ek Tho Chance" will be screened at the 43rd WorldFest Houston International Film Festival next month.
Source: Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 2:23 pm

Lollapalooza 2010 from August 6 - Lineup announcement and ticket sale details

The Lollapalooza 2010 music festival will be organized in Grant Park in Chicago from August 6 through 8. A first batch of three-day passes for the annual pop music festival Lollapalooza 2010, held in Chicago's Grant Park is available at 10 a.m. Tuesday, M
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 30 Mar 2010 | 12:03 pm

Shatrughan takes a swipe at Bachchan over row with Congress

Notwithstanding his party's open support to Amitabh Bachchan on the row with the Congress, BJP leader Shatrughan Sinha today took a swipe at him saying an artiste should be above controversy and it does not suit Bachchan to promote any and every brand. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 12:02 pm

Essence Music Festival 2010: Janet Jackson joins New Orleans line-up

The Essence Music Festival 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana, was officially announced on Tuesday, promising music lovers with a star studded performance. Star performers include Janet Jackson, Mary JBlige and Alicia Keyes.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 30 Mar 2010 | 10:54 am

Lady Gaga's Telephone to make India debut

Pop star Lady Gaga's music video of her much-awaited single Telephone is going to premiere in India on April 7. Featuring pop superstar Beyonce Knowles, Telephone is the...
Source: | 30 Mar 2010 | 10:47 am

Dancing With The Stars 2010 - Nicole Scherzinger wins perfect 10 from judges

Dancing With The Stars 2010, second week performance on the last night was once again full of entertainment. Nicole Scherzinger once again stole the heartbeat when she performed on Jive on 'SOS' and earned two perfect 10 by the DWTS 2010 judges.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 30 Mar 2010 | 10:36 am

Movie Preview: Tum Milo Toh Sahi

Produced by Nikhil Panchammiya and director Kabir Sadanand, the film is about three couples played by Dimple Kapadia-Nana Patekar, Suniel Shetty-Vidya Malvade and Anjana Sukhani-Rehan Khan.
Source: | 30 Mar 2010 | 10:26 am

Vidya Malvade wants to do an item number

Actress Vidya Malvade, who is playing a young professor-cum-author in Kabir Sadanand's upcoming film Tum Milo Toh Sahi, is very keen to do an item number.
Source: | 30 Mar 2010 | 10:11 am

Kim Kardashian dumped over sex tape

US socialite Kim Kardashian has reportedly been dumped by footballer Reggie Bush because of his unease at the 2007 sex tape she made with her then-boyfriend Ray J.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 10:03 am

Rachel Weisz the villain in next Bond flick?

James Bond star Daniel Craig has some tough times ahead with Hollywood actress Rachel Weisz reportedly being tipped to play a villain in the next 007 movie.
Source: | 30 Mar 2010 | 10:02 am

Rachel Weisz to play the villain in next Bond flick?

'James Bond' star Daniel Craig has some tough times ahead with Hollywood actress Rachel Weisz reportedly being tipped to play a villain in the next 007 movie. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 9:52 am

Live Chat: Riteish Deshmukh on March 31 at 1300 hrs IST

He has made a niche for himself in Bollywood as someone who can easily tickle your funny bone. Whether it is with his contorted face or the way he delivers those comic lines with a poker face, Riteish Deshmukh has found his calling as the next comic hero of Bollywood. And he has proved that with a line of films ranging from Kya Kool Hai Hum, Masti, Bluffmaster and Heyy Babyy. His next release however, is a romantic comedy Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai. In this Milap Zaveri film, Riteish would be seen alongside the beautiful Jacqueline Fernandez, who plays an alien girl from Venus. If you're wondering if this one too would have it's share of magic then Riteish is the best person to ask and Bollywood Hungama will make this wish a reality for you as we have the Deshmukh boy with us on our Celebrity Video Chat tomorrow, March 31, at 1300 hrs IST. So be there and make sure it's a housefull!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Mar 2010 | 9:32 am

Cheerful Amitabh, Amar Singh share dais

Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan and former Samajwadi Party leader Amar Singh shared a dais here today though the latter has criticised the mega star's wife Jaya Bachchan's decision to remain with the Samajwadi Party.
Source: Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 9:07 am

Live Chat: Jacqueline Fernandez on March 31 at 1400 hrs IST

'If there is heaven on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here' goes the famous adage. If one has to describe Jacqueline Fernandez, it will be surely read as 'If there is someone heavenly on earth, it is her, it is her, it is her.' She is someone who, for a change is not a yet another Miss India making her entry in Bollywood. Instead, she is Miss Sri Lanka, who is all of Beauty personified! Having made her debut in the magical Aladin, this beauty is on a heart-capturing spree and is all set to surprise you, this time as a girl from Venus in the romantic comedy Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai. Bollywood Hungama gives you a chance to get up, close and personal with this beautiful girl from Venus exclusively on Celebrity Video Chat, tomorrow, March 31, at 1400 hrs IST. Be there!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Mar 2010 | 9:01 am

Ajab pair back together

After their superhit pairing in Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani, actors Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif will be seen in Anurag Basu’s Khamoshi.
Source: | 30 Mar 2010 | 8:58 am

Brand, Perry put up united front amid split rumours

Comedian Russell brand and lady love Katy Perry put up a show of unity amid rumours that their relationship has run into rough weather.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 8:30 am

Neil turns director

After a rigorous crash-course in taekwondo in Bangkok, actor Neil Nitin Mukesh not only performed the martial arts for the camera, he also directed the action scenes of an innerwear ad himself.
Source: | 30 Mar 2010 | 8:27 am

Sandra Bullock not adopting Jesse James' children

Sandra Bullock, who is keeping a low profile since her husband Jesse James' cheating scandal broke, has denied that she is planning to adopt his children.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 8:26 am

Arjun Rampal nervous about upcoming releases

Bollywood heartthrob Arjun Rampal has three films lined up for release this year and the National award winning actor says he is having "jitters" as the release dates are getting closer.
Source: Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 8:25 am

Torn in between

Actress Koena Mitra’s on her long-distance relationship, upcoming films, and more.

Source: | 30 Mar 2010 | 8:23 am

Bollywood hits button 3D

Has James Cameron’s Avatar opened the window to a whole new world for both Hollywood and Bollywood? Read on to find out what why 3D is the future of cinema, as 2D to 3D conversions become a viable alternative.
Source: | 30 Mar 2010 | 8:21 am

'Tum Milo Toh Sahi' about timeless love

Love knows no age or time - this is the theme of director Kabir Sadanand's romantic comedy "Tum Milo Toh Sahi", which is releasing on Friday.
Source: Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 8:15 am

Vidya Malvade wants to do an item number

Actress Vidya Malvade, who is playing a young professor-cum-author in Kabir Sadanand's upcoming film "Tum Milo Toh Sahi", is very keen to do an item number.
Source: Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 7:36 am

Angelina Jolie to play evil fairy in 'Sleeping Beauty'

Angelina Jolie is set to star in a new version of Disney's <I>Sleeping Beauty</I> re-told from the perspective of the evil fairy who casts the spell on the princess.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 6:54 am

Jacqueline turns alien for next film

Sri Lankan beauty Jacqueline Fernandez, who will be seen playing an alien in <I>Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai</I>, says she was stunned when director told her to dub for the movie as her Hindi is not very good.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 6:46 am

Sridevi to endorse Vanish washing powder

For all those who thought that if Anil Kapoor vanished in reel life in Mr. India, Sridevi did the same vanishing trick in real life, here's a piece of news that will really sound music to your ears! After having ruled and reigned over everyone's hearts alike with her performances in the silver screen as well as giving a zillion FMCG products an image makeover ( read 'endorsing') the Queen Bee is back yet again...not to vanish this time round, but to endorse Vanish washing powder. Sources close to Bollywood Hungama confirmed the news saying, "It took slightly larger-than-usual time for the ad director to convince Sridevi to sign on the dotted line. But, once she was convinced then there was not looking back! She went all out to shoot for the ad and extended her full co-operation, something that she has always been known for". Repeated attempts to contact Sridevi proved futile.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Mar 2010 | 5:27 am

Abhay Deol says 'Stop cruelty against Bears'

The very utterance of Abhay Deol brings to your minds synonyms like 'Mr. Cool' 'Dude', 'Suave' etc… to name a few. Well, there is one more 'tag' that's attached now to his name, and that is 'Mr. Caring'. And vouching for this will be none other than the bears all over. Even though the bears are synonymous and famous for their hugs and their hair (for medicinal purposes), the flip side of the coin is the tremendous pressures that these hapless animals are subjected to. That's exactly the point that Abhay wants to make. As a part 'Wildlife S.O.S', an NGO that works towards the animals' welfare, Abhay strongly wants the bears that are subjected to dance on the streets for the sake of earning money to be called off, since it involves lots of cruelty. As a part of his 'duty' as the brand ambassador for the same, Abhay has taken the cause to the national level and wants to request everyone to pay that extra attention towards these innocent creatures. Point taken, Mr. Deol!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Mar 2010 | 5:24 am

"I can't say whether Maria would be laughing it all away" - Dia Mirza

In a career spanning close to a decade, Dia Mirza has acted in close to three dozen films. There may have been misses and hits but she has continued to stay afloat and make her presence felt in the industry. Now that she can be seen on screen in a solo-heroine act in Hum Tum Aur Ghost, she is enjoying all the good words coming her way. However, she also continues to battle rumours about her alleged relationship with Arshad Warsi. Coming up with a rather brave stance, she sets the record straight about the rumours floating round the town and announces loud and clear that such link up stories only make for idle gossips and should be best left ignored. In 'Bollywood Today', before the release of every film, there are link up stories that start making the rounds. Seems this time around, the flavour of the season is Arshad and you... (Smiles) That's only because there is a herd mentality when it comes to publicity and marketing of the film. People pick up what they wish to write about but the sad part is that in this process, there are so many other elements that get sidelined. While we keep going on and out about a possible relationship between the lead couple, there are so many other good aspects of a film that we do not talk out. There is so much good work that has gone into filming a scene, the VFX have been superb, and the art direction is phenomenal. But nahi, we only end up talking about the so-called affairs. Thankfully, Arshad and I haven't got the sharp end of the sword, as has been the case with Deepika and Farhan But then don't you feel that even readers pretty much get it that all of these gossips are obvious imaginations of someone's idle mind? Exactly, and you know it is all so vague. Sabko maloom hai that when it comes to Arshad and me, yahan aisi koyi affair ki baat ho hi nahi sakti. We are so thick buddies for years. When readers pick up a news item around the link up, they know ki yeh sab bakwaas hai. Thankfully, Arshad and I haven't got the sharp end of the sword, as has been the case with Deepika and Farhan. Really, weren't they just crucified!? I guess compared to what they went through, Arshad and I are so much in a comfortable zone. As a woman you can be expected to empathise with her situation... That's true. It's all so rubbish, you know. People don't realise that when there are two people being linked together, especially when it comes to a married man and a young woman, you are basically saying that this particular woman has no morals or values. Now all of that is so insulting. You appear to be hurt... More than being hurt, it is amusing. (Laughs) Arrey, maine toh kitni baar kaha hai that if you want to link me up then please do that but then pick up someone who is single. Kam se kam wahan par there would be a possibility of something happening later in the day. Then you can also come back and say that 'humnein toh pehle hi bola that ki tum donon ki beech mein kuch hai'. What scope do you have when you pick up a married guy; then there is no chance in hell. I guess Maria (Arshad's wife) may be laughing away all the insinuations as well. After all she must have been hearing such gossips for ages now. I can't say whether Maria would be laughing it all away; after all every relationship has its own complexities. There are so many things that can affect a relationship. See, when you are a couple, it is just not about you and me. There are parents, extended families etc. etc. I can give you my own example. When my uncles and aunties read something about me in papers or magazines, they do ask me ki kya isme kahin koyi sachchai toh nahi. When you are faced with such a question, it does bother you eventually. Suddenly you find yourself in a place where you have to justify your act, your relationships etc. I can't say whether Maria would be laughing it all away But then doesn't all of this come with the territory of being an actor? Ok, so all of this does come with a territory and as actors you have to get used to it. But then in a lifespan of being an actor, for how many times can you continue to defend yourself? It does hurt after all when you hear about your untrue romantic tales. On a happier note, you must be happy about all the good feedback coming your way vis-à-vis your performance in Hum Tum Aur Ghost... Of course yes. There is so much more that the film offers beyond what one has seen in the promos. There are layers within layers and yet everything is so subtle. I am shocked that Arshad has written the film so brilliantly. I don't know whether he also realises it that he is so brilliant. Actually don't tell him that I said so (laughs). Why? Well, sometimes, brilliant people should not know that they are brilliant; they are best left in their zone and allowed to experiment with good work! Agar kahin bata doge doge toh unki innocence na chali jaaye!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 30 Mar 2010 | 4:48 am

"I've gone from bikini to a burqa milieu" - Minissha Lamba

When the buzz on Saturday was that Minissha Lamba was very unwell, one just presumed it was exhaustion after all the promotion work that she did for her new film. But it was worse. The petite actress was down with a violent bout of food poisoning. Sounding pale and out of sorts but jubilant about the fabulous reviews she got Minissha said, "On Friday, Boman Irani and I were in Ahmedabad. I had this chaat. It tasted a little funny. But I didn't want to look fussy. So I ate the whole thing. The next thing I knew I was throwing up repeatedly." On Saturday, Minissha was too weak to travel to Pune for promotion. But she was happy about the fact that Well Done Abba was getting her glowing reviews. "For a girl who's come from the outside into the film industry it feels good to have bagged a Shyam Benegal film. I'm proud of girls like Kangna Ranaut who have made it without any help from godfathers. When I was called by Mr. Benegal, I walked into his office wearing high heels and a chic summer dress. Mr. Benegal said he wanted me to play a semi-rural Hyderabadi girl. I was like, do I look rural or Hyderabadi from any angle, Sir?" The scene seems like an instant replay of what transpired between Shyam Benegal and his favourite actress Shabana Azmi when 35 years ago she had walked into his office to audition for the rural Hyderabadi girl's role in Ankur carrying pouty supposedly glamorous portfolio pictures. Laughs Minissha, "Yes there seems to be a karmic connection with Shabana. I've just done a film where I play a Hyderabadi girl like Shabana had done in Ankur. But before that I did Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd where I actually got to work with THE Shabana Azmi. And now I'm doing a film called-hold your breath-Hum Tum Aur Shabana where I actually get to play a girl called Shabana." She's all praise for her co-stars whether it's Abhay Deol or Sammir Dattani. Chuckles Minissha, "Abhay did a very clever thing when he had to perform the tango with me in Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd. He declared he was an awful dancer at the start. We soon realized that wasn't true. While I struggled to get the movements right with my two left feet, Abhay was terrific. I've been lucky with my co-stars. I have had to work with anyone whom I didn't get along with. Sammir Dattani and I've done two films together. Look at how he has come into his own in Well Done Abba." Minissha has been cast as the sweet girl next door being wooed by Tusshar Kapoor and Shreyas Talpade in Sagar Ballary's film Hum Tum Aur Shabana. Says Minissha, "That is the only film I'm doing right now. I realized while doing Well Done Abba that the pleasure of doing a substantial meaningful role with actors like Boman Irani is unmatchable. I'm here to be an actress. And now I've decided I won't get tempted to sign any old role that comes my way." Minissha considers Bachna Ae Haseeno a turning- point in her career. "It put me in a different bracket. When I started my career with Yahaan, I was raw but I got a kind of break that few newcomers get. Bachna Ae Haseeno put me many steps ahead." She admits she has made some mistakes; though wearing a bikini in Sanjay Gadhvi's Kidnap was not one of them. "It was a stage in my growth as an actor. I've gone from bikini to a burqa milieu in Well Done Abba and I think I haven't done too badly for myself." She resents the misconstrued controversies that were created in her career. "It was reported that I backed out of a film with Ram Vilas Paswan's son. They made such a hue and cry over it when it wasn't true. I guess one lives and learns. There are filmmakers like Shyam Benegal in the same industry as the proposal makers."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 30 Mar 2010 | 4:00 am

Ricky Martin is proud to be a gay

In a statement on his Web site, Martin says: 'I am proud to say that I am a fortunate homosexual man. I am very blessed to be who I am.'
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 30 Mar 2010 | 3:55 am

Priyadarshan's Garam Hawa now re-titled as Aakrosh

The prolific Priyadarshan has had more than his share of title problems with his new Ajay Devgn-Akshaye Khanna-Bipasha Basu starrer. A hard-hitting film about love across caste barriers and honour killing set in Bihar, Priyan wanted to call it Ishqana. But Ishqiya came along and Priyan chose Garam Hawa. But now that title too had to be hastily abandoned and Priyan has called his film Aakrosh. Explains the exhausted director, "We wanted to call it Garam Hawa as homage to M.S. Sathyu's classic film of that name. But then Mr. Sathyu got very upset. We received a letter from him questioning our right to use his title. We immediately abandoned Garam Hawa. In order to use Aakrosh as the title, we got the original Aakrosh's director Govind Nihalani's permission. He was very generous about it." Of late, Priyan has been working over-time. "I need a break. I've four films this year. Aakrosh and Khatta Meetha are almost complete. Then I'm going into a film about the loves and lusts of the youth for which I want to cast newcomers along with Prateik Babbar. I'm starting this film in July. Finally, I want to make my realistic no-frills film on AIDS at the end of this year with Aamir Khan in the lead. I'll go to him only when my script is ready." Priyan says he needs a star like Aamir to have a large receptive audience for the AIDS film. "I'm more successfully known for my comedies in the North. However, even if Aamir declines, I'll still go ahead with the AIDS film."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Mar 2010 | 3:43 am

Asin to star opposite Salman Khan in Ready

It's confirmed. Asin it is, as Salman Khan's leading lady in Anees Bazmee's remake of the Telugu hit Ready. And it was never Deepika Padukone, as reported in a section of the press. "Asin plays the lead. I wonder where Deepika's name came from!," says director Bazmee currently preparing for a month-long shooting of his new film Thank You in Canada. Anees also denies the story that Salman asked him to sign Asin. "The role requires a 'chulbuli', vivacious, talkative and agile girl. Asin was the natural choice." Asin had played a similar role in Ghajini. That's the role that convinced Anees that Asin was the right choice for Ready. In fact Genelia D'Souza, the first choice for all 'chulbuli' vivacious-girl parts, was working with Anees Bazmee in yet another remake Its My Life (original Telugu film Bommarillu). Genelia was Anees natural choice. Having failed to play something different in London Dreams, Asin is back to doing the Ghajini act again viva la vivacious!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 30 Mar 2010 | 3:38 am

I have never taken my career seriously: Moushumi Chatterjee

The charming Moushumi Chatterjee returns to celluloid after several years in "The Japanese Wife" and is as self-effacing as ever, calling herself a "very lazy actor" who never took her career seriously and doesn't want to work hard.
Source: Entertainment News | 30 Mar 2010 | 2:37 am