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Ash breaks rule, pays Abhishek a surprise visitThe Bachchans normally do not mix business with pleasure.Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jun 2010 | 9:20 am Capital gets Bollywood highNothing like good whisky to get Bollywood stars rocking.Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jun 2010 | 9:11 am We don't rate each other: Abhi-Aish
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jun 2010 | 7:49 am Akshay says no to HollywoodBollywood superstar Akshay Kumar is in no hurry to go West, despite being offered many roles, big and small. The actor says that he will be a misfit in Hollywood and won't desert his Indian fans.Source: | 13 Jun 2010 | 6:05 am I want to revive ghazals in films: Sitarist Shujaat HusainAfter travelling the world with his music, renowned sitar player Shujaat Husain Khan is entering Bollywood as a composer with "Mr.Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jun 2010 | 5:30 am ‘We just needed an excuse to come to India’Kare Wanscher, drummer of Danish band, Michael Learns To Rock, gives us a lowdown of what the band has in store for its India tour.Source: | 13 Jun 2010 | 5:25 am High Court vacates stay on ‘Asaram Bapu’ filmSwaha, that exposes blind faith in ‘babas’ (spiritual gurus), will release this week. And Producer Pravin Bharadwaj is a relieved man. The Bombay High Court has vacated the stay on his movie’s release, which Sant Shri Asaram Ji Mahila Utthan Ashram Trust had obtained from the Lower Court, in DindoshiSource: | 13 Jun 2010 | 5:18 am 2010: A Love StoryAkele Hum Akele Tum, the title didn’t reflect a love story with a happy ending. But the couple waltzing at Mumbai’s Film City was in perfect sync.Source: | 13 Jun 2010 | 5:14 am Screening of documentary filmMy Architect, a documentary film, will be screened at the American Center Auditorium on June 15.Source: | 13 Jun 2010 | 5:00 am Will Censor Board Pass Aruna Shields' Nude Scene? - FV Current Waves
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jun 2010 | 4:06 am Tollywood T20, cricket live score - Venky beats BalayyaIn the first match of T20 Tollywood tournament 2010 Venky Warriors beat Balayya Lions. Watch live coverage, online streaming. Latest updates, result and cricket live score is also availableSource: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 13 Jun 2010 | 3:17 am 'Slumdog...' star Azharuddin to tell his story in EnglishAzharuddin Mohammed Shaikh, 12, who became a household name after the success of "Slumdog Millionaire", is all set to tell his story to the English reading public with the translation of his autobiography "Slumboy", which was penned jointly with a French journalist.Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jun 2010 | 3:14 am Akshay Kumar says no to Hollywood - Hindustan Times
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jun 2010 | 2:52 am We don't rate each other: Abhi-Aish - NDTV.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jun 2010 | 2:21 am Tollywood T20 live coverage, online live streaming, teams - all detailsThe Tollywood T20 is here. Watch the live coverage of T20 tollywood matches. Here are the teams and one can even watch live online streaming on a number of sites.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 13 Jun 2010 | 2:11 am Exploring a different pitch: Suniel Singh - Daily News & Analysis
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jun 2010 | 2:03 am I never knew so many people know me: AbhishekActor Abhishek Bachchan, who hopped to seven locations across the city to promote Mani Ratnam's "Raavan", was overwhelmed to see fans going crazy for him and said he never knew that so many people know him.Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jun 2010 | 1:42 am 'I've decided to do Bollywood because of Ranbir' - IBNLive.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jun 2010 | 1:02 am Andhra rights panel bans kids' reality shows - IBNLive.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jun 2010 | 10:01 pm Big switch - Hindustan Times
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jun 2010 | 2:47 pm Allentown Art Festival 2010: Schedule, timings, detailsDespite the expected rain, art lovers are expected to turn up for the event in large numbers. Director of the art fest said that they have about 430 juried exhibitors coming in. All of them are selling original creations.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jun 2010 | 1:22 pm Abhishek does marathon promo for Raavan
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 10:39 am Abhishek Bachchan does marathon promo for 'Raavan'After breaking the Guinness world record for maximum public appearances in 12 hours while promoting "Delhi 6" last year, actor Abhishek Bachchan hopped to 10 different locations in Mumbai today to promote Mani Ratnam's "Raavan".Source: Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 10:29 am Child star Rubina still in slum
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 10:15 am ‘They stole my title’Actress-filmmaker Pooja Bhatt has accused filmmaker Anees Bazmee for stealing her title-Thank You.Source: | 12 Jun 2010 | 9:23 am Steamy SagaTwilight actor Robert Pattinson said that his upcoming film, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, might be rated ‘R’Source: | 12 Jun 2010 | 9:07 am Seyfried insults DiCaprio
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 9:07 am Start your enginesFans of the action-adventure Dhoom franchise have reason to rejoice as the third installment of the film is currently being scripted.Source: | 12 Jun 2010 | 8:57 am Divas go de-glamA host of Bollywood actresses are sporting a no-makeup look for their upcoming movies.Source: | 12 Jun 2010 | 8:38 am I do not play Sita in Raavan: Ash
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 8:06 am Kristen Stewart wants to be on stage
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 7:59 am Hilary Duff buys $3.85 million Beverly Hills mansion
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 7:52 am Aamir Khan to set up 'script-department' in office
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 7:47 am Megan Fox regrets lying to media
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 7:42 am Lohan's porn star role to blow minds
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 7:40 am Ishqiya to be screened at Munich film fest - Hindustan Times
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jun 2010 | 7:07 am "MNIK has transcended across boundaries" - Karan Johar
Karan Johar is happy. In line with the strategy that Karan and FOX had for the staggered release of My Name Is Khan across the globe, the Shah Rukh Khan starrer has over the last few weeks seen a global release across USA, Germany as well as France. Not just did the film invite attention from the discerning audience, it also saw favourable reviews coming its way from reputed international critics, something which was a reason for joy for Karan Johar.
"That's right; the film was reviewed very well in all New York papers. We opened in a very limited engagement at Angelica Film Centre where only prestigious art house cinema from across the globe is screened. It was a matter of pride for us to see people so much interested in our film", says Karan Johar who traveled globally with his film.
"The film has indeed transcended across boundaries", continues Karan, "It has released in Germany as well as France now. In the weeks to come, we would also be releasing in Russia as well as many other territories. People at FOX are planning it all out. MNIK has truly emerged as the first global film to be coming out of India and doing well commercially as well."
One wonders though, if the theatrical release of My Name Is Khan across the globe would actually see much moolah coming the films away. After all the DVDs of the film are already out, so how many can be expected to pay for a theatre ticket.
"But the DVDs have been released only in India. Globally, we are yet to come out with home video", clarifies Karan.
Meanwhile, there has been so much said and written about the eventual box office fate of MNIK in India. While speculations are being made from all quarters, does he wish to confirm how exactly has it fared eventually?
"Well, in India MNIK has been a huge hit. In overseas, it is the biggest ever hit. See, MNIK is a very different film. It is not your quintessential entertainer. It doesn't have comedy and popular music which is staple diet for Bollywood followers. Still, it netted 75 crores just in India. Even in overseas, it has been the number one grosser ever. If we talk about the cumulative business between Indian and overseas, it is amongst the Top 3 Bollywood films ever", Karan states some hard facts before signing off.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 12 Jun 2010 | 6:58 am Brad-Jolie may reunite on screen for historicalBrad Pitt and his real life partner Angelina Jolie may reunite, after five years, as a screen couple for a new film Cleopatra: A Life, based on Stacey Schiff's book. Here're the details.Source: | 12 Jun 2010 | 6:17 am "I had to justify my National Award" - Arjun
Celebrations are continuing for Arjun Rampal and congratulatory calls are pouring in as well. It has been a week since the release of Raajneeti but the quantum of all the appreciation has only seen an escalation with every passing day. With the weekdays holding on quite well after a phenomenal first weekend, Raajneeti is now sitting pretty amongst the biggest box office openers of all times - 3 Idiots and Ghajini. While both films were designed as commercial entertainers, Raajneeti was perceived as a dry drama due to it's background of politics. However, it has pushed many an entertainer aside and emerged as a supreme winner, something which is expected to march on for many more weeks to come. Arjun Rampal shares his moment of joy with Joginder Tuteja.
The kind of start and sustained audience that Raajneeti has been enjoying for more than a week seems pretty unbelievable, especially with the kind of genre it presents. What does it say for the Indian film industry?
I think it really reflects for everybody that you make a good film and people would certainly want to watch it despite the genre or the background. For all of us, that should be the key. We continue to talk about the kind of audience which wants to see a particular film. However, we should step back, pause and rethink on what actually makes for a film which is good enough that would connect with the audience.
And what really do you feel is the pre-requisite for such films?
Honesty. When you bring in honesty in your filmmaking, audience will see that from a distance. This is the reason why I am so sure that the film will sustain for many more weeks even after such a blockbuster opening.
I am sure that the film will sustain for many more weeks even after such a blockbuster opening.
Well, you must indeed be ecstatic. You had one filmmaker (Sajid Khan) promising you a huge money spinner (Housefull) and another (Prakash Jha) delivering a blockbuster (Raajneeti) without stating much. (Smiles) Housefull is something that I am very proud of. It did extremely well and connected with the audience. It is now time for Raajneeti. I couldn't have been happier because even as Raajneeti is doing so well, Housefull too is running in theatres.
I couldn't have been happier because even as Raajneeti is doing so well, Housefull too is running in theatres.
Rock On, The Last Lear, Housefull and now Raajneeti - suddenly Arjun has become very critic friendly. Really, you are now consistently seeing good reviews coming your way from all quarters. Isn't it actually turning out to be a trend of sorts?
Well, this is the trend that I won't like to break (laughs). I have grown over a period of time and as an actor, that should be a basic trait. When I started off, it was a time when cinema was changing. Films were being made that belonged to different kinds. Over a period of time, it turned out to be a learning experience for me as an actor. Once I gained this experience, I had to do something entirely new, which I did in last few years.
I had to unlearn a lot of things.
I have grown over a period of time and as an actor, that should be a basic trait.
And what is it that you learnt? That your journey will always continue, courtesy the changes that will keep coming in. You can't help it though what you should know at the bare minimum is 'how to act'. Also, once your film succeeds, you get an added encouragement to further learn. I am grateful that during last few years, I have seen continued success. That only makes my thought process clearer around what I want to do and what's the kind of work I should say yes to.
Well, one can guess so. After all not many have dared to enter a venture that had seasoned actors like Naseeruddin Shah, Nana Patekar and Ajay Devgn. Wasn't it unnerving for you to begin with? (Says immediately) It was not unnerving at all. It was due to the presence of these actors that Ranbir, Katrina and myself got noticed. You get a lot of learning when you have performers like these alongside you. You read scenes and rehearse a lot which keeps you on your toes. You know there and then that you are not there to compete but to work together so as to make a film work. No wonder, it is so flattering when you perform for a scene and get a lot of praise from these people.
One can see that. After all it is you, Ranbir and Manoj who are getting appreciated the most. See, it is all about the movie working in entirety. For me, the hero of Raajneeti is the film itself and Prakash Jha. We all went with his instincts and did what he wanted us to do. Full credit to the entire team that my performance is being loved and liked. I had to perform. After all there were so many national awards out there and I too had to justify my National award (laughs).Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 12 Jun 2010 | 5:32 am Imran suggested changes to make IHLS 'tighter'
Over the decades, one has heard of scripts being changed mid way into the making of the film. Many of them have failed once the changes started taking place haphazardly. On the other hand quite a few succeeded when better creativity prevailed. While this is something which is not quite acknowledged by all, it's a known fact that a bound script doesn't always stay to be on to bound the same way before arriving on the sets.
Anything wrong with that? No, none at all as long as a script change happens before everything is locked (including cast, dates, locations, final deadline for the shoot, release date etc.). All is well as long as the change happens for the better. Yes, it may involve some heartburn for a writer because his vision may find some tangents from others (read: producer, director, actor) involved. However, as is the case with any creative journey, filmmaking too follows it's soon; something that debutant filmmaker Punit Malhotra realised in case of I Hate Luv Storys.
Says Imran who admits that he wasn't sold with the entire idea of I Hate LUV Storys in the very first listening, "I had a lot of issues with the script and I gave Punit a long laundry list. I told him, yeh problem hai, yahan isko aise theek karna hai, is cheez ko thoda badlo etc. etc."
"I actually 'pakaoed' him for a long time", he adds with a laugh.
This is where Punit had to go back to the drawing board as Imran wanted to be doubly sure about picking up a new assignment. Fresh out of the debacle of Kidnap and Luck, he knew that there would be tremendous expectations from him for his next release. Also, since I Hate LUV Storys would have been his only rom-com after Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Naa, his debut film which had proved to be a blockbuster at the box office, Imran had to ensure that it provided at least as much fun and entertainment as the Abbas Tyrewala's film, if not more. In addition, the shooting had not yet started which means there was much more flexibility and time available to bring a change in the written word.
Result was a far better script which found an instant liking from Imran.
"This time around, the script was much tighter. The overall duration of the film too was just about two hours. The screenplay was literally flying and everything worked out to be just perfect. Once that happened, there were no hassles or worries because shooting was the easiest part. Also, this is where Karan as an enterprising producer came into picture because of his years of experience and standing in the industry. He got the best technicians, composers, designers, DOP etc. Things just fell into place", details Imran.
Well, come 2nd July and we would know!Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 12 Jun 2010 | 5:00 am Raajneeti success to benefit Ranbir's next?
What does a hit film do to you? Well, it ends up benefiting not just everyone associated with that film but also the next one which is in the pipeline. A certain Ranbir Kapoor will certainly vouch for that as the blockbuster success of Raajneeti has ensured that his very next release, Anjaana Anjaani (with Priyanka Chopra), hugely benefits from it.
Reasons are aplenty:
a) Raajneeti has made a statement loud and clear that Ranbir isn't made just for candyfloss cinema. He has the range and if Wake Up Sid and Rocket Singh - Salesman of the Year were the starting points, Raajneeti has been a definite milestone in his career as far as working in offbeat cinema (if looked at from the perspective of what is expected from a young actor of his age) is concerned.
b) The entire balancing act is certainly going in his favour. Just after Wake Up Sid, Ranbir Kapoor returned with a major money spinner in the form of Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani. While it was always meant to be a so called 'safe film' (in Bollywood parlance), the fact remains that it was Ranbir's charm (amongst some genuine comic moments, super hit music and Katrina Kaif's continued luck) which helped it enjoy a long run at the box office.
c) With good critical acclaim as well as commercial success coming his way, Ranbir is pretty much being looked at as a package deal, something which has been nurtured to the fullest in Raajneeti. While his restrained performance has made everyone sit up and take notice of his inherent talent, the roaring box office success has proved that audience are willing to accept him even in those roles where he is not just a chocolate hero.
These are the factors that make Anjaana Anjaani an interesting case study on what to expect from Ranbir. He got an initial jolt after Saawariya, only to get a shot in the arm courtesy Bachna Ae Haseeno which had turned out to be a decent success. With Siddharth Anand as the filmmaker who gave Ranbir his first success, Anjaana Anjaani could well be life coming full circle for the director-actor 'jodi'. Add to that the fact that the film comes from the house of Nadiadwala Grandsons which has been known for its successful record over the years and it can be confidently said that the hit run of Ranbir Kapoor is pretty much safeguarded.
Says a veteran industry follower, "The going couldn't have been better for Ranbir as he seems to have planned it all quite well. Soon after a rather serious Raajneeti, he is looking at a young entertainer like Anjaana Anjaani. Sajid Nadiadwala is known for making big films which are family entertainers and feelers within the industry are already quite positive about Anjaana Anjaani. Then there are films with directors like Imtiaz Ali (Rockstar) and Anurag Basu (Silence). Though it is a common saying that one can't plan things to perfection, especially in the unpredictable world of Bollywood, this is pretty much the case if one looks at the way Ranbir has gone about picking and choosing his projects."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 12 Jun 2010 | 4:41 am Raza's 'Saurashtra' a seminal masterwork: Christie's - Sify
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jun 2010 | 4:32 am Aishwarya pays surprise visit to Abhishek
Normally, the Bachchans have a very rigid rule about not mixing business with pleasure. But on Thursday morning, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan landed in Mumbai from Paris, she broke the golden rule when she dropped in unannounced to meet Abhishek at the Reliance Web World where he was doing out-of-town press interviews.
Says a source, "Lately, Abhishek and Aishwarya have had very little time to spend together. After their short anniversary holiday, Abhishek got busy with the shooting of Abhinay Deo's Game in Greece, while, Aishwarya returned to India for a stint of Robot. She was then in Paris to honour Brazilian tennis champ Gustavo Kuerten for his work with disadvantaged children."
Says a source, "At the charity dinner that followed, Aishwarya bonded with Steffi Graf and Mary Pierce, and kept missing Abhishek because he was a big fan of both."
The minute she landed in Mumbai from Paris, Aishwarya asked the family driver to take her wherever Abhishek was. A first for her, because, normally she doesn't intrude when her husband is working. Even when she joins him on long outdoors, she never hangs around the sets when he's shooting.
Says a friend of Aishwarya, "This time, she made an exception because she was missing Abhishek all the way from Paris to Mumbai. And besides, Abhishek was doing promotional work for their film together. She not only met him, she also joined impromptu to talk to their fans on radio in Jaipur and Ahmedabad."
Says a family friend, "The funny part is that the Bachchans are never together these days. Now that Aishwarya is home, the senior Bachchan has left for Paris, the city that Aishwarya left yesterday."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 12 Jun 2010 | 4:16 am I've broken the mould in my films: Abhishek BachchanThe much- awaited "Raavan" marks 10 years in the Hindi film industry for Abhishek Bachchan, who describes his journey of highs and lows as a fulfilling experience.Source: Entertainment News | 12 Jun 2010 | 4:10 am Akshay Kumar to endorse Manappuram General Finance & Leasing Limited
Trust us when we say that Bollywood actors never had it so good ever. And leading the gang miles ahead is none other than the 'Khiladi' Kumar. You guessed it right... its Akshay Kumar! Not only he is Mr. Midas Touch today, when it comes to Box-Office collections, time and again it has been proved that the Akshay-endorsed FMCG brands hot the jackpot in no time he comes on board.
A few examples of this can be cited in the form of LG, Dollar banians, Thums Up, Micromaxx mobiles ... the list is practically endless. If that wasn't just enough, here's one more brand that's making its foray into Akshay's kitty. In other words, the latest deal in Akshay's kitty is Manappuram General Finance & Leasing Limited, of which he will be the brand ambassador.
The big announcement will be made early next week.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 12 Jun 2010 | 3:56 am Aerosmith sued over cancelled Canada tourLondon (ANI): Rock group Aerosmith have been sued by promoters in Canada for cancelling a series of shows in the country in 2009. The band called off a number of gigs of its North American tour in 2009 after lead singerSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 12 Jun 2010 | 2:28 am
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