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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 11 Jul 2010 | 8:04 am Aamir's Peepli Live to premiere at Melbourne Film Festival
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 11 Jul 2010 | 7:11 am Laden' dropped from 'Tere Bin Laden' in PakistanDebutant director Abhishek Sharma has dropped the word "Laden" from his forthcoming film "Tere Bin Laden" for its Pakistan release as a "precautionary measure".Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jul 2010 | 6:34 am What makes Monroe unforgettable?Legends never die. That thought flitted through my mind as I smiled over Kareena Kapoor’s excitement at playing a desi Monroe in Madhur Bhandarkar’s Heroine.Source: | 11 Jul 2010 | 6:19 am DaddyAfter playing dad in reel and real life, Arjun Rampal now wants to make a kiddy flick. Read on for more.Source: | 11 Jul 2010 | 6:09 am ‘My song is about hope’K’Naan whose Wavin’ flag... is a global chartbuster on his FIFA anthem.Source: | 11 Jul 2010 | 4:38 am LSD to open London Film FestivalAfter being screened at the Munich Film Festival in June, Dibakar Bannerjee’s Love Sex Aur Dhokha will be the opening film at the London Film Festival on July 15.Source: | 11 Jul 2010 | 4:20 am Dance recital at Marwah StudiosIndia has vast culture, every state has its ways and means to entertainment people. Every part of the country has different mode of dances and Kathak is one of the eight forms of popular classical dances in India.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 11 Jul 2010 | 3:58 am Shakira Mebarak and Waka WakaShakira is a regular fixture at the World Cup. After her 'Hips Don't Lie' performance ahead of the 2006 World Cup in Berlin, this will be her second performance at the football extravaganza.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 11 Jul 2010 | 3:27 am 'Aisha' is not women-centric: DirectorContrary to popular impression, director R.Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jul 2010 | 3:08 am Ushers given 1970s-style uniforms to promote Devgn filmIn a bid to promote director Milan Luthri's "Once Upon A Time In Mumbai" starring Ajay Devgn, Cinemax would tailor the uniforms of its ushers in the 1970s style - a tight red shirt and black bell-bottoms with a wide leather belt.Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jul 2010 | 2:50 am 'Aisha' soundtrack is young and hipWith the stupendous music of "Dev D", Amit Trivedi proved his prowess and now with the soundtrack of forthcoming film "Aisha", he has reaffirmed that he is a young composer to look out for.Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jul 2010 | 2:39 am Lohan to appeal against jail term - Hindustan Times
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 11 Jul 2010 | 2:38 am Bollywood titles: Now a song, now a filmLack of creativity or too much inspiration, call it what you will, but too many Bollywood filmmakers are referring to contemporary songs for the titles of their films.Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jul 2010 | 2:38 am Human load is a growing threat to Taj Mahal - Sify
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 11 Jul 2010 | 2:32 am 'Massakali Girls' win 'Zara Nachke Dikha 2'Girls have emerged supreme in the battle of sexes on the small screen.Source: Entertainment News | 11 Jul 2010 | 1:43 am 'Laden' dropped from 'Tere Bin Laden' in Pak - IBNLive.com
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Source: Entertainment - Google News | 11 Jul 2010 | 1:01 am Daddy's girl: Rhea Kapoor - Times of India
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 11 Jul 2010 | 12:09 am Aamir's 'Peepli Live' to premiere at Melbourne Film Festival - Hindustan Times
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Jul 2010 | 11:47 pm Titanic to be released in 3D version nowThe mega blockbuster Titanic is set to re-release in 3D. The release date will match with the date marking 100 years of Titanic sinking. Titanic has gone on to become the highest grossing film of all time until Avatar toppled it from the top spot.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 10 Jul 2010 | 9:45 pm Delhi youth wins 'D3 Commando Force' showAfter surviving a month of extremely tough physical and military warfare training, Akshay Chand from Delhi was declared the winner of UTV Bindaas' reality show "D3 Commando Force - Dadagiri against Terrorism.Source: Entertainment News | 10 Jul 2010 | 2:58 pm Carrie Underwood wedding tonight July 10 with Mike Fisher, detailsCarrie Underwood, the Country music star and Mike Fisher, NHL player and Ottawa Senators forward biggest day of life is finally here. Carrie Underwood wedding function will start from 5:30 pm. and this will be a big ceremony.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 10 Jul 2010 | 11:20 am SyFy premiers Haven TV showFBI Agent Audrey Parker finds Haven as a strange town. The town is a haven for all sorts of oddballs with unexplainable powers.. And it's that similarity to Eureka and a dozen other shows that is so distressing to anyone who hoped cable, with its lower raSource: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 10 Jul 2010 | 11:05 am All you wanted to know about Kashmir - IBNLive.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Jul 2010 | 10:59 am Shammi Kapoor excited about Rockstar cameo
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Jul 2010 | 10:22 am Mel Gibson abuse tape hits the web
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Jul 2010 | 10:19 am Jessica Biel feels wrecked with rude criticisms
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Jul 2010 | 10:16 am Lindsay Lohan snubbed from film due to jail sentence
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Jul 2010 | 10:14 am Martin Scorsese slapped with lawsuit
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 10 Jul 2010 | 9:44 am Live Chat: Priyanka Chopra on July 13 at 1230 hrs IST
Anyone who says or feels models can't act needs to look at a certain Miss Priyanka Chopra's flourishing career. After having won a prestigious title like Miss World, this beauty burst onto the Bollywood scene with some top performances in films like Andaaz, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Bluffmaster, Krrish, Don, Dostana and Kaminey.
Her outstanding performance as the super model in Fashion even fetched her the coveted National Award. She has truly proved that she is indeed among the best in the business today and with a spate of interesting films such as Saat Khoon Maaf and Anjaana Anjaani set for release later this year, Priyanka is on a high.
Bollywood Hungama gives you an opportunity of a life time to have a live video chat with the gorgeous actress on Tuesday, July 13, at 1230 hrs IST. Don't miss!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Jul 2010 | 8:29 am Genelia D'Souza to play princess in next! - Hindustan Times
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Jul 2010 | 7:40 am Coming soon Krrish 2? - Hindustan Times
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 10 Jul 2010 | 6:25 am Omi Vaidya to play one of the lead roles in The Italian Job remake
One actor who seems to have benefitted the most from the success of 3 Idiots is Omi Vaidya. Omi, who played the role of the nerdy Chatur Ramalingam in the blockbuster film to perfection, has now bagged some really plum projects.
Only recently Omi was signed by Madhur Bhandarkar to play one of the lead roles alongside Ajay Devgn and Emraan Hashmi in the rom-com Dil Toh Bachcha Hai Ji and even as he begins shooting for that film, the talented actor has bagged yet another prestigious project.
Director duo Abbas-Mustan have roped in Omi to play a pivotal role in their remake of the Hollywood hit- The Italian Job. The role is said to be as big as any lead role and needless to say Omi is thrilled to bits. Abhishek Bachchan, Neil Nitin Mukesh and Katrina Kaif are part of the cast of this big project while Omi is the latest addition.
Looks like this 'Silencer' is indeed here to stay.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Jul 2010 | 5:42 am Yash Raj Films to launch youth films division
After venturing into the TV space last year, Yash Raj Films, one of the country's top production houses is all set to launch a new films division that would specifically target the youth. The division which is apparently called Yash Raj Youth will work towards promoting new, young and fresh talent.
Most of the actors, directors, script-writers who will be working for this division will be youngsters. Commenting on this, Rafiq Gangjee, VP- Marketing and Communications YRF said, "Yes...we are launching a new youth films division. However, we will sign new talent on the basis of the requirement of the script and characters, not necessarily limited to the 16-22 age groups."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 10 Jul 2010 | 5:37 am "Tees Maar Khan is crisp script which I've written with Shirish" - Ashmith Kunder
So here's what the common man in India knows about a particular film. They know the name of the actors, directors and the films music directors, if more than one. Add a few singers if the song is a blockbuster hit. For the audiences, that's what cinema is all about. But the real people who make it all happen are the technicians. Few of them and the most crucial individuals are the editors and the writers of the film. Enter Ashmith Kunder, the latest of the combinations of the two mentioned designations. Though he's cut celluloid for some of the best in the business, chances are many film lovers wouldn't even recognize the name Ashmith Kunder in a lineup of one of Bollywood's most creative film editors. Farah Khan's brother in law and Shirish Kunder's brother is just what he was born with. But what describes Ashmith, is his passion and his belief, that a bad day in the cutting room is still better than a good day on any other job. UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent talks to the writer of Tees Maar Khan and the editor of Lamhaa on industry's lost identity and much more.
You've edited quite a few films before, so what's so unique about the edit of Lamhaa?
The script of Lamhaa is the result of extensive research. The director had lots to say about the issue of Kashmir and the entire film was shot using 2 cameras. Though the film is based on real issues it is ultimately fiction and a Sanjay Dutt starrer. So I had to maintain a realistic edit structure and at the same time keep it stylish, edgy and fast paced to keep the audience engaged.
I have written Tees Maar Khan with Shirish Kunder
Many filmmakers say that a director has to be a great editor too. You think so and why?
Steven Soderbergh, Alejandro González Iñárritu, Takeshi Kitano, Robert Rodriguez are just a few names who are directors and editors. Do I need to say more?
Which of the films in the recent times has changed the way you look at editing?
It has mostly been the work of above-mentioned directors.
You've turned to writing too. Tees Maar Khan, a good debut to start off with?
I have written Tees Maar Khan with Shirish Kunder and it is directed by Farah Khan, who is one of the most successful directors in the country today. I couldn't have asked for more. Of course it's a good debut to start off with.
The makers give credit to a Lyricist who has written 4 songs, but never to an Editor who has contributed to 120 mins of the film
How important is it to write and then edit? I mean, while writing, do you often see the edit in your mind of the particular scene you write?
Absolutely! It's a great asset for me that I can edit as well as write. The script which I've written is extremely crisp and to the point even before the shoot commences. It then facilitates a clear frame of mind to know what you want to edit in that scene.
As an audience who watches world cinema, which Hollywood films have inspired you over the years till date?
It's rather impossible for me to name a few films. As a creative person, I and the many others, who watch world cinema, we learn, absorb and evolve from everything that we witness on screen...be it Hollywood or Haryanvi!
Why do you think writers don't get due credit in our industry?
It is not just writers; most of the technicians also don't get any due in our industry. To an extent the DOP gets money as well as billing in publicity. The other technicians are mostly ignored, be it the Writer or the Editor. The makers would rather give credit in publicity material to a Lyricist who has written 4 songs, which makes up for 20 mins in a film but never to an Editor who has contributed to 120 mins of the film!
So what's the case in the South Indian Film Industry then?
That's not the case with the south Indian film industry. For example: While I was Editing Kamal Haasan's Dasaavataram in Chennai, the taxi driver who picked me up enquired how I was involved with the film. When I told him that I was the Editor of Dasaavataram, he asked me how was that possible as all the films of Director KS Ravikumar are edited by one particular Editor. It took me some time to convince him that this was a special case as Kamal Haasan specifically wanted me to edit the film as it was a very complex one. Imagine a taxi driver, a common man, knows which Director works with which technician. I don't see that day coming in the Hindi film industry anytime soon.
What are the challenges you face while writing a comic film. What's the most difficult genre to tap into as a writer?
To be honest I hardly face any challenges in writing a comic film, as my forte lies in comedy. The only challenge is to write the comedy script keeping the budget in mind, as not many big stars are interested in doing comedy. No big stars mean - no budget for execution. Do you think any big star here will be interested in doing something like Austin Powers? That kind of a comedy film requires good budget for execution.
And the most difficult genre to tap into for any writer is one, which does not come naturally to him.... Like for me Horror doesn't come naturally!
Do you think any big star here will be interested in doing something like Austin Powers?
From editing to writing; what next?
Apart from editing and writing, I am also a sound designer, Visual Effects supervisor and director of Ad films. In the immediate future other then editing, I am also looking at writing some interesting stuff for various other directors.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Jul 2010 | 5:32 am Amisha looks hotter than ever on The Man cover
Always known to be the girl next door with a coy look, Amisha Patel does stun you with a hot and sizzling cover shoot for The Man magazine. With a glittering gold bikini top and denim blue shorts, she does give you the winner smile but you can hardly miss the oomphness in that picture. In the bare-all interview with the magazine Amisha shows you a side to her that very few knew indeed.
Always been known as the ice-princess with a touch-me-not attitude, Amisha is actually funny, witty and always up for a prank to make her dear friends laugh. Not only that but she is also a true romantic at heart who wishes for her ideal guy to come her way. What's that guy going to be like; she says, "Family-minded with a strong value system. I love kids and want to have a whole cricket team, so he'd better love kids as well, right? I'd like him to be committed to his work but with a sense of adventure and fun." Think you fit the bill? Apply right away or else get the magazine and get to know the lady like she really is in this July issue of The Man.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Jul 2010 | 5:29 am "I am not moving away from an image" - Sameera Reddy
If buzz is to be believed, Sameera Reddy is one of the many surprises that this week's release Red Alert - The War Within has to offer. Though the film has been ready for a while and making rounds of the festival circuits, Sameera Reddy has been patiently waiting for the response to this film back home in India. Based on the Naxal movement in India, the film has Sameera Reddy in an important role but what makes it special is the fact that it has her coming out of the sensual image that has been built ever since she first made waves with the likes of Musafir, Taxi No. 9211, Naksha and Race.
One wonders if after the release of Red Alert, she would be focusing more on off beat subjects. Also, if that would mean that audience will miss Sameera from the past who was all oomphy and knew how to get the glamour quotient bang on film after film?
"No, I am not running away from glamour by any means. That was there and it is going to stay. However, it is nice to bring in variety and after a hat trick of successes like Race, One Two Three and De Dana Dan, it is good to have a release like Red Alert. The film has made waves internationally and I am sure this will continue in India as well, now that the film has arrived in theatres", says Sameera who is positive about getting good recognition coming in for her performance.
Meanwhile she seems to be happy shifting genres. While commercial Hindi films are surely and certainly happening, an offbeat Red Alert along with a few Bengali flicks also forms an important part of her yearly schedule. She must be happy to find herself in a situation like this?
"Of course I am", immediately responds Sameera, "Commercial blockbusters are good because at the end of the day, I have to cater to that rickshaw-wallah as well who is spending his hard earned money to watch me on screen. Yes, this leads to a question whether I am sticking to any particular image or making any conscious effort to change it. Aisa nahi hota hai. At the end of the day I am an actor and there is no conscious or subconscious effort to do something different."
Talking about the variety of roles that are now coming her way with film makers rising up to rope her in for different cinema, Sameera gushes, "It was great to have a role in film like Kaalpurush that won National Award. Red Alert too has had its bag full of awards. Then I have done Yeh Hausla, a film with Nagesh Kukunoor which by far has my best performance. He is definitely one of the best directors I have worked with. It is films like these that make me realise what my true potential is."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Jul 2010 | 5:13 am "Dhoom 3 is being scripted; Uday Chopra and I are the film's backbone" - Abhishek
After three back-to-back action films - Mani Ratnam's Raavan, Ashutosh Gowariker's Khelenge Hum Jee Jaan Se and Abhinay Deo's Game - Abhishek Bachchan has had enough action to last him a while. He's all set for a complete change of pace with 3 comedies to be directed by Tarun Mansukhani, Anees Bazmee and Vipul Shah.
The decision to move away from grueling back-breaking physically exertive action for a while is a conscious one.
Abhishek has just returned from the shooting of Game in Greece and Istanbul
And it's instant replay in terms of gruelling action. The action scenes in Game were the opposite of the ones in Raavan. While Abhishek's character in Raavan had to survive by instinct in the jungles, in Game Abhishek performed some slick technically precise stunts.
So is he deliberately phasing out his career from project to project, genre to genre? Protests Abhishek, "I'm not the calculating actor. I don't choose the genres. Rather the genres choose me. I follow my heart."
The challenge now is, how to make Dostana 2 funnier. Says Abhishek, "Initially I was against doing a sequel to Dostana. I couldn't see how Tarun Mansukhani could make it funnier. How could he rise to the occasion. Tarun said, 'Let me write the script. You'll be the first person I'd narrate it to. If you don't like it then I'd throw it out.' Believe me Dostana 2 would be twice as funny as Dostana."
Another sequel to a sequel Dhoom 3 is also about to begin. "Dhoom 3 is being scripted. Dhoom is nothing without Uday and my character. Uday Chopra and I are the film's backbone."
Lots of work for Abhishek. "I am impatient. I like to do a lot of work. I'm happy with the zest with which I work. If tomorrow I want to do only one film a year, I'll do that. Right now I'm enjoying being a prolific actor. How many actors can claim to have done two films as diverse as Paa and Raavan one after another?"Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Jul 2010 | 4:22 am Subhash K. Jha speaks about Milenge Milenge
There is a kind of subverted joy in watching Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor play a Valentinian romance with full-throttle gusto.
Milenge Milenge took its time to come to the theatres. Yes, it's old fashioned in theme. But not dated. The material which must have been quite bulky by the time Kaushik was done with shooting has been cut and pasted with restrained enthusiasm. What we have is a paper-thin, sometimes cute at times annoying rom com where destiny plays a pivotal part. Kiss-mat, anyone? Yup, intimacy is fugitive between Shahid and Kareena. But they nonetheless look like a real pair.
The plot plods at a pace that suggests love is just about the only force that keeps the universe moving. Both the protagonists play professionals. But we hardly see them work except on their ever-palpitating hearts.
The plot invents various devices from missed flights to truant elevators to hero in drag and heroine in glycerine to keep the love birds apart for two hours. There are some heart-warming moments depicting random hearts pumping into a collective despair as time ticks by.
There's no attempt to pull punches, no over-clever dialogues and no effort to paint and gloss the feeling of love with sassy 'cool' lines. Director Satish Kaushik plays the romance on the straight and narrow path. And that's just about the most comforting aspect of this basic simple and predictable boy-meets-girl tale.
The principal performances range from precocious to authentic. Surprisingly Shahid tends to go overboard in the early comic sequences. But he makes up for the excesses in the second-half with expressions of a lover's anguish over Cupid's awry arrow.
Kareena looks gorgeous and slim in some scenes, gorgeous and relatively plump in other scenes. In totality the chemistry is quite palpable, much more so than in some of the other much-hyped love stories that arrived lately with a bang and fizzled out without the pang of love being palpable in a single frame.
In Milenge Milenge you do FEEL for the lovers. Maybe it has to do with the fact that we know what the film's lovers do not. That the actors playing them were at involved not too long ago. But hush!Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 10 Jul 2010 | 4:15 am
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