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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 8:52 am I'm not a sneaky plagiarist: Sudhir MishraFilmmaker Sudhir Mishra says his film "Driver" is based on his cousin's life and writer Aditya Kripalani's allegation that he stole his script is baseless.Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 8:46 am Aamir may come on Twitter: Big B
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 8:37 am "F.A.L.T.U is completely commercial, raw, real and faltu" - Jackky Bhagnani
His last film failed to pull the audiences to the theatres. His last film was promoted and marketed with full gusto. His last film had some professional mess up's too. Now in his second film, this young protege has let go of it all - his inhibition, his ego, his notion, etc. After meeting him in his vanity van on the sets of F.A.L.T.U somewhere near Bandra, he came across as a changed man. A man knowing what he is doing next, a man in control of things, a man who has learnt but is still a learner and a man who is not willing to bow down. But more importantly, I met a man who has understood that understanding an audience isn't important; it's all about understanding your film at the end of the day. UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent Devansh Patel meets Jackky Bhagnani, a changed man....because change is inevitable.
Preconceived notions
I have couple of preconceived notions from the first film I did. Nothing negative. Apart from that, I've squeezed everything out from my system. That's why it was a long break than what it should be.
Second strategy
A script and a film make the star a superstar. It's never the other way
I did chat with my father about how to go about things in my second film. The only thing we discussed was how to make a good film. If I make a good film, everything falls in place even though I'm the ugliest looking guy on earth or the worst actor around. If my film works, I work. A script and a film make the star a superstar. It's never the other way. In the past five years, good films, good roles and good scripts have come out to be the only way to climb the ladder of success. In the past, we could predict that a certain celebrity would deliver a hit. But in today's time, you cannot guarantee a hit even from India's finest actor. So what are we talking about?
Reality
It's the time of 'openings'. If a film works from Friday to Sunday, it's a good opener which then only needs to sustain for a few more days. On the contrary, even a Saturday, sometimes, proves fatal. The word of mouth is so fast that you can see the results in 24 hours. That's the real picture.
Vashu Bhagnani
My father has been in the business for years and years, and this line will never get tougher for him because he has come from the worst era. Films were then made on abrupt basis. Today, our audience has become intelligent. You cannot take them for granted. The person who accepts it and moves with the generation will understand films.
F.A.L.T.U
F.A.L.T.U is completely commercial, raw, real and faltu. This is Remo's first Hindi film. He has already made his debut film in Bengali with Mithun. Knowing Remo, everyone is under the impression that F.A.L.T.U is going to be a dance inclined film but it's not. It is the coming of age story with lots of music. The film caters to all audiences because it is commercial.
Knowing Remo, everyone is under the impression that F.A.L.T.U is going to be a dance inclined film but it's not
Remo
I spoke to him when my last songs for my debut film were being shot in New Zealand, Bangkok, Thailand, etc. We both discussed an idea that we should be doing a film together. He really liked it. Remo said that I will direct my first Hindi film with you and we'll do this and that. When dad came to know about our idea, he supported us and who better than him to produce it as we have a production house. Remo involved me in the scripting process too.
Real
Remo and I had this constant argument with dad as to what scenes should be etched and all. My dad wanted certain things which we both thought were not required because it didn't make sense and it didn't look real. He is a person who wants larger than life things. But we were adamant on the fact that wherever required, we will have those elements. So if a scene requires me to wear chappals, I'll wear it because it looks real. And that's how most of the kids go to college.
Special appearances
Remo and I had this constant argument with dad over what scenes should be etched
We have one character in the film which isn't a guest appearance. It is a fully fledged role. We have approached three to four big stars for that part. Whoever gets confirmed, I will be the first person to disclose the name to the Press. But it isn't a special appearance. The character demands someone with a strong public image.
Lead actress of F.A.L.T.U
I wish I could romance Jessica Alba. But that isn't possible. So we have confirmed on Pooja Gupta, who makes her debut in this film. We also tried to approach Jacqueline Fernandez but she was busy with other films. It could've been Jackky versus Jacque (laughs).Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 11 Jun 2010 | 7:38 am Aamir may come on Twitter: Big BAamir Khan may soon join microblogging site Twitter thanks to Amitabh Bachchan who used his powers of persuasion on him.Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 7:18 am South African Playboy girl Candice Boucher to make her Bollywood debut
Following in the footsteps of Giselle Monteiro, Barbara Mori and Sarah Thompson, is yet another foreign babe Candice Boucher who is all set to make her Bollywood debut. For the uninitiated, Candice hails from South Africa and was in the news recently for appearing nude in the April issue of Playboy magazine.
Candice will be making her Bollywood debut in a film directed by Prashant Chadha (who earlier directed Himesh's debut flick Aap Kaa Surroor). The film will have the South African bombshell paired opposite yet another debutant Sachiin Joshi. Sachiin may be yet to make his debut but he does have strong Bollywood connections. After all he is the MD of XXX energy drink, the brand ambassador of which is none other than Baadshah of Bollywood- Shah Rukh Khan. During the recently held IPL, Sachiin was seen many-a-times in the company of SRK.
The as yet untitled film is going to be shot at some exotic locations like Germany, Morocco, China and the Czech Republic. The makers- Percept Pictures- are also planning to have a worldwide release by dubbing the film in as many as 5 languages.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 11 Jun 2010 | 7:06 am "I am a self confessed cricket lover" - Prachi Desai
"I am a self confessed cricket lover! I think cricket games (video games) are as exciting as a live match." Said Bollywood actress Prachi Desai at the preview of International Cricket 2010, the latest game from Codemasters' kitty.
"I am a huge fan of Ashes 2009 and have already booked a copy of International Cricket 2010. I tried playing this game and it was an awesome experience. For once I felt that I am actually playing a live game on a cricket pitch." She added.
The showcase was organized by gaming major Zapak at Phoenix Mills in Mumbai. The game was unveiled by Prachi along with the India's fast bowler Ishant Sharma. International Cricket 2010 is produced by Codemasters and developed by Trickstar Games.
Added Ishant, "Cricket has taken a giant leap ahead and has entered our homes through consoles and computer screens. Today youngsters enjoy virtual cricket games as much as they enjoy live matches. I enjoy cricket in all forms too. With special features like Action Cam and Power Stick, International Cricket 2010 gives a real on-ground experience which will surely excite the gamers."
Arun Mehra, COO, Zapak Digital Entertainment Ltd. said, "Cricket is a passion in India and International Cricket 2010 will take this passion onto a whole new level. International Cricket 2010 promises the most immersive and engaging gameplay with action like never before to all cricket enthusiasts"Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 11 Jun 2010 | 7:03 am Tollywood superstar Dev wants to shed macho image
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 6:07 am ‘I’ve been honing my skills and improving my art’John Abraham puts on and loses muscle the healthy way for his next films.Source: | 11 Jun 2010 | 6:01 am Akshay will be seen grooving on the song 'Nana-chi Taang' in Khatta Meetha
Imagine a scenario where Bollywood heroes start talking in Marathi. Well, this isn't all that has happened, but it has gone much beyond that! Before you start racking your brains any further, let us clarify that we are referring to an incident that had occurred on the sets of Akshay Kumar's forthcoming film Khatta Meetha.
All of us are aware of Akshay Kumar's excellent Marathi speaking skills and this time he is putting it to good use for his upcoming comedy Khatta Meetha. He plays a Marathi manus named Sachin Tichkule in this comic caper directed by Priyadarshan
Akshay will now be seen singing the song 'Nana-chi Taang' (which means 'Teri Aisi Ki Taisi' in Hindi) along with his co-star, newcomer Trisha in the film. The song set to the tunes of the ace music composer Pritam, who, the insiders say, has done a marvelous job of combining rock with a tinge of our very own Maharashtrian tadka. According to Bhushan Kumar of T-Series this song will be the biggest hit of the year.
We must say that we are waiting with bated breath to see Akki baba work his magic all over again! Kaay, Akshay, barobar na?Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 11 Jun 2010 | 5:47 am Jolie to play Cleopatra?
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 5:39 am I Hate Luv Storys captures scenic beauty of NZTen years after Hrithik Roshan starrer Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai was shot in New Zealand, filmmaker Karan Johar's up-coming film I Hate Luv Storys has captured the scenic beauty of this place.Source: | 11 Jun 2010 | 5:33 am Russell Crowe's death report a 'hoax'
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 5:29 am Dhoom 3 on the way: Abhishek BachchanAficionados of the action-adventure Dhoom franchise can fasten their seat belts as the much-awaited third instalment of the series is being scripted. The third outing is also expected to be helmed by Gadhvi and is reportedly slated for a 2012 release.Source: | 11 Jun 2010 | 5:17 am Imran Khan becomes the new Mills & Boons hero
Remember the perfect plot of all the Mills and Boons books that girls have literally grown up reading? The one where the good looking guy, a complete cynic on the subject of love, finds a hopeless romantic girl and ironically falls in love with her. It was believed to be the perfect dope for the readers of mushy novels.
No wonder then, that the publishing house saw potential in the Dharma Production's next I Hate Luv Storys as they felt that Imran's character in the film fits the M&B prototype to the T.
The publishing house Harlequin Mills & Boon and Dharma Productions have therefore tied up to come up with a special series of eight books. The books will have the cover of I Hate Luv Storys and will have the story of the characters of the film where Imran is the typical non believer of love.
Seems like a lot many young girls are going to sleep, dreaming about this new burgeoning Khan.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 11 Jun 2010 | 5:08 am Survivor’s storyPoverty, debt, struggle for survival and everything leading up to suicide. Director Nitin Nadan’s film revolves around this.Source: | 11 Jun 2010 | 5:06 am 'Breaking Dawn could be A-rated'Twilight star Robert Pattinson thinks The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, the upcoming film in Twilight series could be a "hardcore adult" film because of its sex scenes. Read on...Source: | 11 Jun 2010 | 5:03 am Big B convinces Aamir Khan to join Twitter over dinner
Not many people have the audacity to say 'No' to the Big Boss of Bollywood - Amitabh Bachchan. Aamir Khan realised the same thing while having dinner with Big B in London last night. It so happened that Bachchan Sr., who is very active on popular social networking site Twitter, managed to achieve the impossible when he convinced the otherwise reclusive Aamir to join the same.
Tweeting about achieving Mission Impossible, Sr. Bachchan says, "Success commeth to those that dare and act !! Convinced the in-convincible Aamir over dinner to come on Twitter...we were not drinking!"
Soon after, Big B even posted a pic of Aamir and him having dinner. "With Aamir at dinner, Italian, good food and the smile on his face is his excitement of being convinced to come on Twitter."
Added Aamir, "He (Big B) was suggesting that I join twitter. In fact he sent a tweet while we were sitting together and showed me how it works. I must say he was most patient with me and most persuasive. I guess when I get back I will look at it."
Well one thing is certain that cyberspace is going to go berserk when Aamir Khan finally does come on Twitter.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 11 Jun 2010 | 4:58 am NYT Review: Sex And the City 2
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 4:56 am Angelina Jolie to play Cleopatra?Hollywood hottie Angelina Jolie has been reportedly roped in to play the Egyptian ruler Cleopatra in a biopic. The role will certainly bring comparisons with Elizabeth Taylor who essayed the role of the legendary queen in a 1963 movie.Source: | 11 Jun 2010 | 4:34 am "I'm the biggest football fan, my tickets for finals are booked" - John Abraham
The Football World Cup fever starts today and every Bollywood star has been tweeting about it. But let's find out which of the Bollywood stars plan to go to SA to attend the World Cup.
Amitabh Bachchan: "No I won't be attending the World Cup"
Preity Zinta: "No I will not attend the World Cup. I'm supporting South Africa, Brazil and England and every team that plays like a rock star. I love Messi, Kaka, Rooney, Ronaldo, Ronaldino and some other names I can't pronounce."
Bipasha Basu: "I don't know yet whether we'll be going. But I'll surely be watching Brazil play. I also like France. But I am not a staunch supporter of any country."
Rahul Bose: "Sadly no, I can't go. I've heaps of travelling to do both within and outside India I'm backing Brazil and Spain with the Dutch being my dark horses."
Dino Morea: "As of now if my tickets for the finals come through, then that's the game I'm going for. Whom am I supporting? Italy Italy Italy!"
Shekhar Kapoor: "Wish I could be in South Africa. Too much work to on Paani. I love Brazil's football. They epitomize the individuality and art of football as opposed to efficiency and organization."
Mithun Chakraborty: "No I am not attending. But my team is Spain."
Sohail Khan: "My biwi and bachcha will be in Australia. So will visit them instead. Then I'm busy with the post-production work of our home production Dabangg. But I'll definitely watch some of the games on television."
Sanjay Dutt: "Much as I love football and I love South Africa, I won't be attending the World Cup."
John Abraham: "I'm the biggest craziest football fan in Mumbai. And to me there's no bigger event than the World Cup. I've my tickets for the finals booked and I'm all ready to go. However, I've a last-minute engagement now for a pre-production work on Dostana 2 just a day before the finals. I'm still trying to go. Otherwise I'll watch all the games at home."
Shilpa Shetty: "No, not attending the World Cup. I'd be watching at home. But my husband Raj will be at some of the matches. He's in that part of the world for his work."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 11 Jun 2010 | 4:23 am Movies releasing todayThree movies are releasing on June 11 - Sex and the City, Robin Hood and The Karate Kid. Here's the synopsis of today's movie releases.Source: | 11 Jun 2010 | 4:06 am Waka Waka free download, lyrics-Shakira video song a must watchShakira, the Latina performer rocked Soth Africa as she gave a stunning performance of the FIFA 2010 official song 'Waka Waka'. You can download waka waka video song for free. Also here is Waka Waka Lyrics.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 11 Jun 2010 | 4:01 am Prachi Desai is hooked to cricket game"I am a self confessed cricket lover! I think cricket games (video games) are as exciting as a live match," said Bollywood actress Prachi Desai at the preview of International Cricket 2010, the latest game from Codemasters' kitty."I am a hugeSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:58 am Eva Longoria makes love only in weekendsLondon, (ANI): Eva Longoria, who is desperate to start a family, may have to wait for a while as the producers of Desperate Housewives have banned her from getting pregnant. The actress, who is very keen to have children with herSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:58 am Thamassu (Tamassu) - Movie ReviewCommunal clashes between Hindu and Muslim communities are growing in number day by day and the line of division is becoming thicker everyday due to the political interest in India. But at the core, both Muslims and Hindus transcend all theSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:54 am Imran Khan is the new Mills & Boons heroRemember the perfect plot of all the Mills and Boons books that girls have literally grown up reading? The one where the good looking guy, a complete cynic on the subject of love, finds a hopeless romantic girl and ironically fallsSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:54 am Lapataganj team gears up for monsoon!As reported by Oneindia, last monsoon, the shoots of ‘Lapataganj’ (SAB TV) were shelved due to heavy rains and the situation turned terrible. The channel was falling short of episodes that could be shown on television. Having learnt a lesson lastSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:50 am I'd return to direction very soon: MelAs Mel Gibson expands his movie market, his What Women Want to be remade in Chinese; Hindi can’t to be too far behind.Returning to screen after seven years, actor talks exclusively to HT Café about alcohol abuse, Edge Of Darkness, and the foggy idea called Bollywood. Source: | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:40 am Madhu to inaugurate Cinefest 2010Actor Madhavan Nair, who is better known by his stage name Madhu, is going to inaugurate Cinefest 2010, a festival of Malayalam movies at the Gulf Cinema tonight.This is the 16th consecutive year of the festival, which will open by screeningSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:35 am Mani's mantra: What team members say - Galatta.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:25 am After five decades, Indian cinema re-enters golden period: Karan JoharWith new ideas, new energy and new talent, the Indian film industry is entering the golden period of cinema it left behind five decades ago, says Karan Johar, one of India's most formidable commercial filmmakers.Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:15 am Saravanan plays a cop in VilaiSaravanan, who donned a different kind of role in Paruthiveeran is currently acting in Vilai, Kavasam and Thambi Vettothi Sundaram.Saravanan ,while speaking to the media recently said, “I became crazy about cinema after seeing Mahendran, Bhagyaraj and Balachandar in films. ISource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:09 am Pankaj Kapoor dubs at Sean Connery's denFor his starrer Happi directed by Bhavna Talwar, where Pankaj Kapoor plays the Charlie Chaplinesque role of homeless tramp in Mumbai, most of the dialogues and sounds have been captured live. However some vital portions of the brilliant actor’s lines hadSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 3:06 am Ochaayee audio released in AustraliaUpcoming Tamil movie Ochaayee's audio was launched on May 30th, 2010 in Australia. Helen Abraham, Councillor of Brisbane City Council (Australian Labor Party) released the first CD and Ms Janice Ong of Moneygram International Business recieved the same. The secondSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 2:46 am Bollywood celebrities to miss FIFA World CupLet’s take a look at what the stars say about attending the World Cup, Football, this year.Amitabh Bachchan: “No I won’t be attending the World Cup.”Preity Zinta: “No I will not attend the World Cup. I’m supporting South Africa, Brazil andSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 11 Jun 2010 | 2:29 am I Hate Luv Storys captures scenic beauty of NZ - Hindustan Times
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Jun 2010 | 10:58 am The New Age Karan: A look at KJo's journey as director and producer
It's now true that Karan Johar really has the formula to get the crowds into the theatres by the very brand that he has created. From his first film to the last one, he has been consistent and how. Not the one to feel embarrassed or apologetic, he openly declares that his markets lie on the other side of the seven seas. Indian audiences love his films but the passion that the Indians living abroad have for his films is certainly insurmountable. They love the drama, they love the larger than life sets, they relate to the cultures and traditions (that some of the upper middle class Indians have forgone), they are overwhelmed by the festivity and are startled by the fashionable and sometimes OTT wardrobes (he turned wardrobe designer with Dil To Pagal Hai)of the cast. The family system, the song sequences, the tear jerking scenes, the patent dialogues, it all touches a nerve and works like a baby. How he does it, is a big mystery but here is an alchemist who turns nothing into gold, whether you love him or hate him, he is here for good and his movies will roll the moolah in.
The beginning of the Transition
His upcoming film as a producer, I Hate LUV Storys, is more than just talked about on the social networking site. The man is all out to promote it and it shows that he is making a serious effort to divert from his usual style. He did that right after Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. It was a conscious choice that he made with the demise of his dad. He went out to say that his belief in forever after and all things love stories, is a thing of past. Yash Johar wasn't just a dad to Karan Johar, he was also a guiding light for his first two films Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, which went on to be mega hits of their respective year of release.
The last film to come out of Dharma Productions before Yash Johar's demise was one on death and loss of a loved one titled Kal Ho Naa Ho. A huge success. After such an enormous personal loss, Karan wanted to make meaningful films, that had a message and showed reality. Out came from Dharma productions Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, which was far from being a popcorn romantic film. Instead it spoke of extra marital affairs. The film, though controversial in its own way, was another feather in the cap for KJo. Dharma Productions then came out with the likes of Dostana. Far from being larger than life family drama, it was glitzy, glamorous and even had a take on homosexuality, though in a comic way. Wake Up Sid, was another young, hep film about youth and growing up.
The next film that Karan wrote and produced was Kurbaan, based on terrorism which something extremely Non-Karan, if I can take liberty with English language. Kurbaan is a story that had little to do with love, romance, family and the jazz, and a lot more with racism, terrorism and the serious and global issue of xenophobia. There was certain scepticism from KJo fans as they wondered how the God of screen romance had suddenly changed sides, was it an effect of recession? Kurbaan had mixed reviews; where there was comparison with then released New York starring John Abraham, Katrina Kaif and Neil Nitin Mukesh, there were others who thought that Karan had lost his touch.
Then came the Winner
Undeterred KJo came with My Name Is Khan. It came with a lot of hype. It was the first big film of 2010, SRK and Karan came together after 4 years, while the winning jodi of SRK and Kajol came onscreen after 9 years. Shah Rukh's detainment at the American airport had a lot of people talking about racism which was of course the main plot of the MNIK, and last but not the least it was after all a "Karan Johar film". Fear and anxiety was an unwanted company for both KJo and SRK as they wondered how the film would fare. KJo was obviously out of his comfort zone with a film dealing with the state of Asians and Muslims in the west and also there was tremendous pressure due to high expectations from the audiences. The film did enormous business and got Karan raving reviews and where everyone thought he would carry on with his newly acquired love for the serious issues plaguing the world, he once again took a U turn and announced he is going back to doing what he does best, making love stories.
Back to square one or is it?
Good news Bad news who knows, but the truth being Karan Johar was recently in New York looking for inspiration on the streets of the Big Apple. And one of his tweets from there read, "Have been walking streets and avenues...hoping the aimless strolls results in a burst of creativity!! Need to find a film this trip!!" It should be no surprise as his movies target the film fanatics of the west, inspiration must come from there as well. From London to New York, with the change in style of filmmaking, KJo has changed his destination for inspiration as well. Along with his pals, Gauri Khan and Sussanne Roshan, KJo even attended the premiere of Kites. Karan tweeted "The girl gang from mumbai have arrived in nycity!! Gauri and Sussanne walking 5th avenue is the sex and the city sequel before the release."
However, back in the city, Karan is back to business, busy promoting his next rom-com I Hate LUV Storys, with which he'll launch another new filmmaker, Punit Malhotra. He also has many more young filmmakers making their debut in coming months under Dharma's banner. Maybe it's his ability to move ahead with time and make movies that suit sensibilities of people of all ages makes Karan one of the most successful filmmakers in India.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Jun 2010 | 10:35 am Still looking for female lead for 'Rockstar': Imtiaz AliThere were reports that Imtiaz Ali has finalised half Czech- half Pakistani model Nargis Fakhri for "Rockstar" opposite Ranbir Kapoor, but the director denied it saying he is still looking for the female lead.Source: Entertainment News | 10 Jun 2010 | 10:20 am Radio reality show winners to sing for Bollywood filmClaiming to be first of its kind, the radio reality show "Generation A-Star Mirchi Create With Agnee" will give its winners a chance to lend their voice in the upcoming Bollywood movie "Gulaab Gang".Source: Entertainment News | 10 Jun 2010 | 10:17 am "Joe in Rock On, Prithvi in Raajneeti are my dream roles" - Arjun Rampal
His drop dead gorgeous looks and chiseled torso have earned him a huge fan following. Now with some spectacular performances in films like Om Shanti Om, Rock On, Housefull and the recently released Raajneeti, his popularity has only multiplied many fold. He is none other than Arjun Rampal.
Arjun was live on Bollywood Hungama' exclusive video chat to interact with his fans and it was indeed one fun-filled session. For all those who missed the action, here are the excerpts:
Arjun Rampal : Hi This is Arjun Rampal only on Bollywood Hungama.com
darshan : hello arjun sir... good to have u back...
sevda : so how was it shooting for Raajneeti?
Arjun Rampal : sevda...it was great...I think it shows in the film
SEVDA : now that Raajneeti is doing well what are your views about the film?
Arjun Rampal : Sevda...my views abt the film are that its getting what it deserves...its a special movie
ARZOOO : RAJNEETI IS FAB MOVIE
Arjun Rampal : thank you so much arzooo
harshad : i am your big fan from Gujarat. How r you?
Arjun Rampal : hello harshad ..I am doing good. How r u doing?
Adi Adi : Arjun u rock in Raajneeti
Arjun Rampal : Thank you adi...Prithvi rocks
SEVDA : now that Raajneeti is doing well what are your views about the film?
Arjun Rampal : Sevda...my views abt the film are that its getting what it deserves...its a special movie
madhu : Hello Arjun ji Aap to real politician lag rahe hai Raajneeti mein
Arjun Rampal : chalo achchi baat hai...acting theek ki hogi
ayushi : kaisa laga katrina ke saath kaam karke?
Arjun Rampal : ayushi...katrina mere khayaal se is one of the most hardworking actors I have worked with. She is fantastic.
ayushi : u really look wow in Raajneeti... will u be playing any other role like this again?
Arjun Rampal : ayushii...i hope in my next film too you say "you r really wow in that too"...that's a character I played...I think I should move on now doing different roles.
Andrew : Arjun - Any plans of coming to the United States?
Arjun Rampal : andrew...not rite now...not in the near future but look fwd to it
ayushi : sir aapki upcoming film ke bare kuch kahenge?
Arjun Rampal : ayushi....my next film is the remake of Stepmom...woh bhi bahut khoobsurat film hai...its a complete family film...pls carry lot of tissues with you while watching that one.
ayushi : sir aapki upcoming film ke bare kuch kahenge?
Arjun Rampal : ayushi....my next film is the remake of Stepmom...woh bhi bahut khoobsurat film hai...its a complete family film...pls carry lot of tissues with you while watching that one.
V.k.Paswan : Arjun sir, how does it feel from Moksh to Raajneeti?
Arjun Rampal : vkpaswan...i've learnt a lot though there is a lot more to learn.
Adi Adi : Arjun will you guys be make Raajneeti part 2?
Arjun Rampal : Raajneeti ko pehle janta ke dil mein aur bahut din rehne do aur phir sochenge.
ayushi : sir which is ur fav holiday spot
Arjun Rampal : ayushi....I love London, NY and Paris
coolvijay : sir did you have to prepare with regards to your Hindi for Raajneeti as it projects you as a typical youth leader from the North?
Arjun Rampal : vijay...thank you so much...i guess all my days in Delhi and experiences from Jabalpur came in handy for this film...also increased my Hindi vocabulary during the shooting of this film.
jimmy : arjun sir what kind of dream role u want to play in Bollywood films?
Arjun Rampal : jimmy...my dream roles are the roles that I do like Joe in Rock On, or Prithvi in Raajneeti or Mukesh Mehra in OSO or Anna in Housefull...all these are dream roles for me.
sidharth : how different r u from the character you portray in Raajneeti?
Arjun Rampal : sid...I dont knw abt that ..I would just like to be remembered for my work.
jimmy : arjun sir what kind of dream role u want to play in Bollywood films?
Arjun Rampal : jimmy...my dream roles are the roles that I do like Joe in Rock On, or Prithvi in Raajneeti or Mukesh Mehra in OSO or Anna in Housefull...all these are dream roles for me.
yoyoguy : did u ever imagine that Raajneeti would take a great start at the box office?
Arjun Rampal : it was a big surprise to all of us that it opened as big as it did...I want to thank the fans and audiences from the bottom of my heart for such an overwhelming response.
V.k.Paswan : arjun sir, any plans to act in other language movies, mainly Bhojpuri...if Prakash jha approaches you?
Arjun Rampal : Paswanji...ha ha ha....I don't think Jha is going to make a Bhojpuri film but if he approaches me for one it will be tough for me to say No to him.
Andrew : Arjun - If you had one piece of advice for upcoming actors, what would it be?
Arjun Rampal : I think for any actor who wants to act they should have perseverance and do the job honestly and get into acting for the love of acting and not to become a star.
hey johney : Sir How was it working with such a mammoth cast?
Arjun Rampal : one word ...FANTASTIC
Adi Adi : In Raajneeti you've given a powerful performance u deserve a best actor award
Arjun Rampal : adi, thank you that's very flattering and hopefully you can be the judge at all the award functions and ill surely win then.
South Africa : hi arjun.. I'm from south africa....still remember your dil ka rishta shoot in cape town
Arjun Rampal : thank you so much. SA is very close to my heart ...I've done two films there and have got a lot of support from fans there.
Garima: I felt very sad when you died in Raajneetiâ¦you shouldn't have died?
Arjun Rampal : garima....ok lot of people think that but that just shows your love for me...thank you...but that's just a movie...i am alive
Garima: I felt very sad when you died in Raajneeti...you shouldn't have died?
Arjun Rampal : garima....ok lot of people think that but that just shows your love for me...thank you...but that's just a movie...i am alive
rishabh : i am following u since moksha...n always was on ur side against d critics. I knew u had tht in u to succeed.
Arjun Rampal : rishabh...thank you so much cos people like you are my motivation and have kept me alive even thru my bad times...thanks a lot.
yoyoguy : wat r ur upcoming movies?
Arjun Rampal : yoyo...next is remake of Stepmom with Kajol and Kareena and 3 wonderful children. After that is one of the biggest films to hit the screen Ra.1
sidharth : my gf in 2004 had a huge crush on u... then u were struggling... now she must be happy
Arjun Rampal : sorry to u but lots of love to your gf
South Africa : Are you coming for soccer here in SA?
Arjun Rampal : no i am going for a holiday to Europe with family...will watch the soccer there
jimmy : arjun what if u were not an actor?
Arjun Rampal : very unhappy person
Arjun : Hi Arjun Rampal, 2 successive blockbusters Housefull n Raajneeti, Congrats! You rock !
Arjun Rampal : imagine how I've been feeling this whole month. its fantastic...thank you for the support and love...hopefully can keep it up.
sana85 : r u gonna direct another movie soon?
Arjun Rampal : sana, i have not directed a movie yet...no interest in direction ...there are many wonderful directors who id rather work with.
coolvijay : you wont believe it I'm in Melbourne and i saw Raajneeti movie 5 times in theater.
Arjun Rampal : vijay....wow...you ve got great taste ...with so many characters you can watch it another 5 times but thank you for your support and love...so happy you enjoyed it so much.
South Africa : Are you coming for soccer here in SA?
Arjun Rampal : no i am going for a holiday to Europe with family...will watch the soccer there
Mr TenStar : you have a good fanbase here in Singapore.
Arjun Rampal : i love Singapore...look fwd to coming there soon.
Rockstar : hello arjun sir how are you ? i am from Pakistan and your fan l like you in Raajneeti great movie
Arjun Rampal : Rockstar...thank you so much...salaam valekum
jimmy : how many children do u have?
Arjun Rampal : 2 daughters...Mahikaa and Myra
anupam : what makes u say RA1 will be the biggest thing to hit screen?
Arjun Rampal : anupam...that is what I pray for and I think we all are working towards it. More than hit or whatever it'll be a film you will love watching.
Adi: What's your favourite food?
Arjun Rampal : i love Japanese food
saifee : arjun sir while working in Raajneeti, do you ever felt that politics is good or bad?
Arjun Rampal : saifee...in every profession there is good or bad. But we should try to work more towards the good
Arjun : Arjun, 1 serious advice as a fan, don't go for offbeat movies, work in big budget commercial movies
Arjun Rampal : Arjun...i just work for the love of cinema
sidharth : how different it is to work with legend like Amitabh Bachchan?
Arjun Rampal : sidharth....there is a lot to learn from him...i've learnt a lot from him...no comparison to that experience.
LE PRINCE : what do u think of nana patekar role?
Arjun Rampal : I thought Nana was fantastic..we all had such a blast working with him
Andrew : Arjun - It is 5AM here in Miami so I will be going to work. But best of luck to you in the future!
Arjun Rampal : Andrew...thank you ...work on your tan in Miami
sidharth : how different it is to work with legend like Amitabh Bachchan?
Arjun Rampal : sidharth....there is a lot to learn from him...i've learnt a lot from him...no comparison to that experience.
imran : hello its imran from Norway. just wanna say good work sir in Raajneeti. when r u coming to Norway?
Arjun Rampal : thank you imran...never been to Norway but sounds like an interesting place to visit
azhar : will u be in don 2?
Arjun Rampal : azhar...i dont knw.
khalid : hi arjun you are finally getting the success u richly deserved hi to mehr and ur betis
Arjun Rampal : khalid...thank you for your duas
rishabh : it takes a lot to stand for 10 years..hats off to ur efforts
Arjun Rampal : rishabh...i think when you have passion and love for something a lifetime is not enough
dhiry : hi arjun any plan for comic movie hereafter..
Arjun Rampal : id like to mix my bag with all kinds of movies and thats what ive been doing. Besides I like comedy too as laughter is the best medicine.
arpita29 : will you be coming to los angeles? i am dying to meet you!
Arjun Rampal : thank you very much...with so much pressure from all of you...will visit USA very soon
jimmy : sir is it true that rohit bal gave u a break first?
Arjun Rampal : its true...I started my modeling career thanks to Mr Rohit Bal
deepak : hi arjun..... i would love to see u in an action flick bro....
Arjun Rampal : deepak...as soon as i find the right script you will see me...i love action too
Maya_ : Arjun, please do come visit your craziest fans in Canada
Arjun Rampal : well Maya with so much pressure i am soon i will come soon
NEERU : SIR WHAT ABOUT YOUR MOVIE AIRPORT WITH SUNNY DEOL
Arjun Rampal : I am not doing a film called Airport with Sunny Deol
saifee : arjun sir, if you were in politics in real life, what you gonna change for country as a whole?
Arjun Rampal : saifee...if i was in politics the one thing i would change is we would have more population control.
Arjun Rampal : Guys I would have loved to spend more time but I am on the sets of Ra.1 and my shot is ready so I need to rush now. I am working towards making more entertaining films for all of you. Thank you for your love and support.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Jun 2010 | 9:55 am CMT Music Awards 2010: list of winners, photographsCMT Awards 2010 on Wednesday June 9 night was a big night for Carrie Underwood. She won two awards in the CMT Music Awards 2010. Carrie Underwood kissed her fiancee Mike Fisher, before she went onstage to accept the CMT Awards 2010.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 10 Jun 2010 | 9:48 am Pankaj Kapoor is first Indian actor to dub at Canongate Studio in Edinburg
For his starrer Happi directed by Bhavna Talwar, where Pankaj Kapoor plays the Charlie Chaplinesque role of homeless tramp in Mumbai, most of the dialogues and sounds have been captured live. However, some vital portions of the brilliant actor's lines had to be dubbed in a studio.
Since Kapoor had to leave for Scotland to shoot for his first directorial venture, it was suggested that he dub the vital lines in Edinburgh at one of the poshest post-production studios in the world.
This week Pankaj Kapoor created recording history by being the first Indian actor to dub at the Canongate Studio in Edinburgh.
Speaking on behalf of Pankaj Kapoor, the film's producer Sheetal Talwar said, "This is the studio where Sean Connery dubs for all his films. We needed to dub just a handful of Pankaj-ji's lines. So we decided, why not do it at one at of the best post-production studios in the world since we were shooting right next to it."
Pankaj Kapoor was accompanied to the world-famous recording studio by his son Shahid Kapoor who wanted to get a feel of the way voices are dubbed in a studio that has recorded Connery's baritone for decades.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Jun 2010 | 9:28 am Mithun now plays struggling actor in 'Shukno Lanka'After playing varied roles, three time National Award winning actor Mithun Chakroborty will be seen portraying a junior artist in the Bengali movie "Shukno Lanka".Source: Entertainment News | 10 Jun 2010 | 9:04 am Lara Dutta suffers wardrobe malfunction - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Jun 2010 | 5:44 am Lucky Ali signed up as brand ambassador for Sennheiser
They always said 'Two's a company, three's a crowd', but the trio of Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy changed it all. Not only have they made some of the most brilliant music that Bollywood has ever witnessed, but also went onto capture territories where very few musicians have been, namely, they went onto become the brand ambassadors of Sennheiser, the very name that spells world-class in recording instruments like microphones, headphones and wireless systems.
The news is that, the trio of S-E-L is not alone now; as they have the light eyed actor-singer-musician Lucky Ali, joining them as the brand ambassador for Sennheiser. Sources close to Bollywood Hungama vouch on this deal to be one of the most lucrative deals to have taken place between a musician and a FMCG company. Even though Lucky Ali's career did not take flight as an actor, this man continues to make music as a singer-composer and now a brand ambassador! Looks like 'Sunoh' days ... we mean ... sunny days are back again for Lucky Ali!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Jun 2010 | 5:26 am Amulya and Ratnaja kissing pictures and video leaked - watched it?The latest buzz is that director Ratnaja allegedly got actress Amulya to kiss him by promising her roles in his next 2 films. The pictures and photographs of actress Amulya smooching Ratnaja have been leaked. Saw pics and video?Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 10 Jun 2010 | 4:38 am Kareena Kapoor is India's Most Beautiful Woman - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Jun 2010 | 4:21 am Sudhir Mishra to sue writer for defamation & campaign for his ban in industry
A legal notice sent by a writer named Aditya Kripalani accusing Sudhir Mishra of stealing his script has the prolific and distinguished filmmaker very very angry. He intends to take legal action and to fight against false copyright claims that are made for publicity.
Says Sudhir, "Before making such claims or substantiating them by writing about them, people should read my script for Driver which I've apparently stolen from this Kripalani chap. First of all I am not scriptwriter for Driver. Althia Dalmaj Kaushal is. She was suggested to me by my producer Ekta Kapoor. Driver is about forbidden love, that's what attracted Ekta Kapoor to my cinema. Kripalani is basing his assumption on what he has read about my film in the media. Even Arvind Adiga's White Tiger is about a chauffeur and a rich man."
Sudhir claims that the story which Kripalani claims as his own was given to him by producer Manu Kumaran and journalist-writer Pankaj Kapoor 7 years ago. "Manu hired Aditya to write a story for a film that I was to direct. But Manu didn't like Aditya's story. So Manu decided to write it himself. That matter was between Manu and Aditya, not me. I was supposed to direct that film for Zee Telefilms. There's proof of the registration of that story. So now Kriplani is in trouble. Because Kriplani apparently stole Manu Kumaran's idea to write his novel Back Seat. What is he talking about? I think he got excited when he read your article about Ranbir Kapoor being in the project. This man has fallen into his own trap."
Sudhir's lawyer is now preparing a counter-notice. "My lawyers are on the job. But what are Kripalani's allegations? He hasn't read my script. So how does he know my script is taken from him? During my entire career, I've always done original work. If I've to plagiarize at this stage of my career it'd have to from much better sources than this. The pleasure of scripting my films comes from writing about my own impressions and experiences. That's why I'm a filmmaker. Why would I copy this kid? If I owe any inspirational debt to anyone its Guru Dutt, no one else."
Sudhir says the idea of making a film on the neo-affluent class of Delhi is inspired by his cousin. "This cousin had run away from home looking for me. He became a servant in someone's house in Delhi. So it's story based on incidents from my own family. Just a chauffeur's presence in my film doesn't make it anyone else's property. Fortunately my script has evolved in front of my producer Ekta. So she knows where it's coming from. If I wanted to remake Kripalani's book I'd have asked Ekta to buy it, no? In fact she offered to buy Sagarika Ghosh's book for me."
Sudhir now intends to take serious action against Kripalani. "Besides legal action, once I finish my script I will take it to every writer's guild in Mumbai and ask for it to be compared with Kripalani's book. I think people who defame without basis should be barred from our industry. Kripalani has harmed the prospects of any aspiring writer who comes to us. We'll think twice before allowing them access into our office. As for Kripalani, no one will hire him in future either. It's really sad. Why didn't he contact me if he thought he had a grievance? There's proof that he's lying in every line of his. My friends know about Driver for months because I share my ideas openly. I'm not a sneaky plagiarist."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Jun 2010 | 4:01 am 'Kites' world television premiere slated on ColorsThe world television premiere rights of Hrithik Roshan-starrer "Kites" have been sold to Colors channel within a month of the film's release.Source: Entertainment News | 10 Jun 2010 | 3:47 am Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy to endorse 94.3 Radio OneMusic director trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, who have composed melodies for films like "Taare Zameen Par" and "Rock On!", have been appointed the brand endorsers of 94.Source: Entertainment News | 10 Jun 2010 | 3:38 am
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