Mishra locks 'Yeh Saali Zindagi' as title of new film

Filmmaker Sudhir Mishra has finalised "Yeh Saali Zindagi" as the title of his next film after a lot of discussion with his crew and his followers on Twitter.
Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 9:45 am

Demi Moore, Ashton Kutcher on a master cleansing diet

Hollywood couple Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore have gone on the super-strict 'Master Cleanse' diet together to tone their bodies.<br><br>The eating plan, which has been put to use by popstar Beyonce in the past for her role in <i>Dreamgirls</i>, features meals that consist of maple syrup, lemon water and cayenne pepper, Us magazine reported.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 9:25 am

'Peepli' singers protest 'meagre' payments, want more

The singers of <i>Mehangai Daayan Khaye Jaat Hai</i> from Aamir Khan's home production <i>Peepli Live</i> are unhappy with the amount paid for their work 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 9:23 am

'Udaan' takes forward message of '3 Idiots'

Like "3 Idiots", debutant director Vikramaditya Motwane's "Udaan" that releases Friday also tells a story about charting one's own course but through a tumultuous father-son relationship.
Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 8:47 am

Brad Pitt is clean shaved again

Hollywood hunk Brad Pitt has got rid of his bearded look and is now back to being completely clean shaved.<br><br>A month after trimming his much-buzzed about beard for the upcoming movie <i>Moneyball</i>, the 46-year-old actor was spotted here with a fresh new look and no facial hair, People reported online.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 8:45 am

Leonardo DiCaprio to play roaring new role in Nepal

You could call it a new action story starring Leonardo DiCaprio and directed by WWF! The Hollywood star is playing a new role - spearheading an initiative to double the number of tigers worldwide, including the 123 big cats found in Nepal.
Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 8:32 am

Leonardo DiCaprio to play roaring new role in Nepal

Leonardo DiCaprio spearheading an initiative to double the number of tigers worldwide, including the 123 big cats found in Nepal. <br><br>The 36-year-old celebrity paid a cloak-and-dagger visit to the Bardiya National Park in far-western Nepal to meet wildlife conservation officials and locals, with the paparazzi remaining lamentably unaware of the trip. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 8:31 am

Zee TV takes audience help for new show title

After filmmakers Karan Johar and Sudhir Mishra, television channel Zee TV is taking the help of viewers to finalise a title for their new show and decide on a hoarding for the outdoor marketing campaign.
Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 8:29 am

'I am like a weaver' : Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan will not read any scripts before 13th August, which is the releasing date for his upcoming movie <i>Peepli [Live]</i>. Aamir answers few questions regarding his decision. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 7:56 am

Jessica Biel fears The A-Team box office fate

Actress Jessica Biel says she fears the big-screen remake of <i>The A-Team</i> might receive mixed reviews<br><br>&quot;There's a heightened sense of concern when you're doing something so beloved around the world. What I always think is you can't please everybody'',contactmusic.com quoted her as saying. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 7:27 am

English theatre gaining popularity in Nagpur

The second capital of Maharashtra seems to have developed a theatrical taste for English plays with people from various walks of life seen enjoying a drama or a stage recital, opting over a television soap opera.<br> <br>From school and college students to educated homemakers and service professionals, the audience for English dramas is growing in Nagpur.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 7:21 am

Katie Price wants to pose for Victoria's Secret

British Model Katie Price says her ambition is to model for well-known lingerie brand Victoria's Secret.<br><br>Price, also known as Jordan, is keen to get back into modelling and thinks she could be a good fit for the US-based lingerie giant, reports contactmusic.com.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 7:16 am

Kim Cattrall honoured by hometown Liverpool

<i>Sex And The City</i> star Kim Cattrall was awarded a honorary degree from the University of Liverpool, the British city where she was born.<br><br>The blonde actress, who became a household name after playing the man-eater Samantha Jones in the hit series and film franchise said it was a &quot;dream come true&quot; to become an honorary fellow at Liverpool John Moores University.<br> 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 7:14 am

I'm not retiring from Hollywood: Jolie

Actress Angelina Jolie says reports that she is contemplating early retirement are not true but &quot;there will be less films at some point&quot;.<br><br>&quot;They (Vanity Fair editors) know how to sell a magazine. I simply said that in the years to come I ll be doing less of acting and more of other things. It s really not that interesting,&quot; imdb.com quoted her as saying. 

Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 7:12 am

'Knight and Day' grosses Rs.75 mn on opening weekend

The Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz action comedy "Knight And Day" earned Rs.
Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 6:48 am

Cannes shows Bollywood has huge market abroad: Anurag Kashyap

There's a huge market abroad that is open to Indian films and it's not just non-resident Indians (NRIs), says Anurag Kashyap whose production "Udaan" was screened at the Cannes film festival.
Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 6:45 am

Prithvi Theatre is an oasis in a crazy city: Sanjna Kapoor

For her, Prithvi Theatre is an oasis in the midst of this crazy city.
Source: Entertainment News | 13 Jul 2010 | 5:48 am

The horror... the horror

Most music labels are struggling to keep their artistes on recall, and by the time they manage to do that for one artiste,they have to start all over again for another artiste.
Source: | 13 Jul 2010 | 5:34 am

All you wanted to know about 'Lamhaa'

If you go to count the number of films that made on terrorism or the counter attacks to them there is a multitude of names that come to mind. But come July 16, Lamhaa will release. The film starring Sanjay Dutt, Bipasha Basu and Kunal Kapoor is based on the issues plaguing the serene land of Kashmir. The film which is directed by Rahul Dholakia has created quite a buzz in the industry and Bollywood Hungama knows exactly how eagerly anticipated this film is, hence we bring to our viewers a special page dedicated to telling you all you ever wanted to know about the film Lamhaa. Preview The Military Intelligence gets a whiff of a plot that is likely to disrupt and possibly paralyze Kashmir. Vikram is sent to investigate this... More... Music Review Lamhaa works well and doesn't stray even once. However, in the process of that happening, a universal and penetrated reach... More... News - John skips IIFA due to Tamilian protests, Bipasha goes to promote Lamhaa - Bipasha works on her accent to sound like Kashmiri girl in Lamhaa - No screening of Lamhaa in Kashmir - Sanjay Dutt opts out of Bunty Walia's Just Punjabi - 'Lamhaa' and 'Blue' books are truly eye-catching and captivating - Bunty Walia finds a unique way of finding buyers for Lamhaa - Bipasha returns to Kashmir for Lamhaa under tight security arrangements - Dholakia wanted salty snowfall at Film City for Lamhaa - Sanjay Dutt trapped in a landslide in Manali, returns without shooting - "We can't understand why Bipasha left the shoot suddenly" - Bunty Walia - Dholakia to cast Naseer or Victor Banerjee for a hardliner's role in Lamhaa Features - Check Out: Bipasha Basu in a burqa in Lamhaa - Check out Sanjay Dutt's new lean mean dapper look in Lamhaa Gallery Wallpapers Movie Stills - Movie Screensaver: Lamhaa - First Look: Lamhaa - Sanjay and Bipasha promote Lamhaa on Indian Idol 5 - Audio release of 'Lamhaa' - Casts of 'Lamhaa' walk the ramp at IIFA Fashion Show - Press conference of 'Lamhaa' at IIFA Sri Lanka Broadband Teaser 1 (Lamhaa) Saajnaa (Lamhaa) - Kunal Kapoor Speaks About 'Lamhaa' - Zameen O Aasmaa (Lamhaa) - Bipasha Basu Speaks About 'Lamhaa' - Sanjay - Kunal Promote 'Lamhaa' On 'Indian Idol' - Rehmat Zara (Lamhaa) - Main Kaun Hoon (Lamhaa) - Salaam Zindagi (Lamhaa) - Music Launch Of 'Lamhaa' Part 1 - Music Launch Of 'Lamhaa' Part 2 - Audio Release Of 'Lamhaa' - Sanjay Dutt Speaks About 'Lamhaa' - Rahul Dholakia Speaks About 'Lamhaa' - Kunal Kapoor's Bollywood Hungama Exclusive At IIFA, Colombo - 'Lamhaa' Press Conference At IIFA - Anupam Kher's Bollywood Hungama Exclusive At IIFA, Colombo - Madhno Re (Lamhaa)
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 13 Jul 2010 | 5:20 am

All you wanted to know about 'Tere Bin Laden'

With the advent of the multiplex culture, Bollywood has been witness to a lot of unconventional kind of cinema. Walkwater Media's forthcoming venture Tere Bin Laden is one such hatke film. The film is a tongue-in-cheek comedy about an ambitious young news reporter from Pakistan (Ali Zafar) who is desperate to migrate to the US in pursuit of the American dream. His repeated attempts to immigrate are shot down as his visa is always rejected. But when things couldn't look worse he comes across an Osama Bin Laden look alike. What follows thereafter forms the crux of this hilarious film. Directed by Abhishek Sharma, Tere Bin Laden is all set to release on July 16. Bollywood Hungama brings you an exclusive page where you can find out all that you ever wanted to about this keenly anticipated film. Preview Tere Bin Laden is a tongue-in-cheek comedy about an ambitious young news reporter from Pakistan who is desperate to... More... Music Review It actually takes time to adjust to the world of 'Ullu Da Pattha'. Not many would be too fascinated to find lyrics like... More... News Tere Bin Laden to release in Phase II in America 'Laden' dropped from Tere Bin Laden in Pakistan Features Salman Khan, Karan Johar claim to be 'Good Looking Ullu Da Pattha' Gallery Wallpapers Movie Stills Movie Screensaver: Tere Bin Laden First Look: Tere Bin Laden Press conference of film 'Tere Bin Laden' Ali Zafar promotes 'Tere Bin Laden' at SoBo Central Ali Zafar promotes 'Tere Bin Laden' Broadband Theatrical Trailer (Tere Bin Laden) Ullu Da Pattha (Tere Bin Laden) 'Tere Bin Laden' Press Meet Promo 5 (Tere Bin Laden) Ali Zafar's Performance Pradhuman Singh Speaks About 'Tere Bin Laden' I Love Amreeka (Tere Bin Laden) Shankar - Ehsaan - Loy Promote 'Tere Bin Laden' On 'Indian Idol' 'Tere Bin Laden' Press Conference Ali Zafar Speaks About 'Tere Bin Laden' Making Of 'Tere Bin Laden' Songs Finding Ali Hassan (Tere Bin Laden) Making Of 'Tere Bin Laden' Abhishek Sharma Speaks About 'Tere Bin Laden' Teaser 1 (Tere Bin Laden) Promo 1 (Tere Bin Laden)
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 13 Jul 2010 | 5:18 am

Dabangg promo takes your breath away

The name is Chulbul Pandey. And he calls himself Robinhood. As a cool cop he kicks-in-a-punch with zealous panache. Salman Khan is back with a raging vengeance determined to repeat the Wanted magic. For there's an electrifying energy as the two and a half minute First Look promo of Arbaaz Khan Production's Dabangg gets over leaving you gasping for breath and panting for more. Directed by feisty Anurag Kashyap's brother Abhinav Kashyap, Dabanng looks like a deadly combo of unbridled realism and adrenaline thumping macho daredevilry. The Theatrical trailer of Dabangg will be showcased with Khatta Meetha on July 23rd. Bollywood Hungama had an exclusive sneak peek of this racy trailer that will become a subject of whopping discussion, the moment it is viewed by the Public. For Salman fans, there's good news. Firstly, it seems that Khan the actor has never been presented like this before. You don't witness Salman Khan, the clean shaven handsome lover-boy. Instead, for the first time, you come across Salman Khan actually becoming the Character. It's not Salman Khan but Chulbul Pandey that stays with you once the promo is over. There's something new in the dialogue delivery, the body language and the whole attitude. If you loved the action of Wanted, then Dabangg seems to be an outright winner with the Junta that feasts on high octane Herogiri. Action Director of Wanted, S Vijayan, has choreographed some superb action sequences for Khan that whips up a shock-n-awe effect. I can already hear endless loud whistles in the cine hall corridors. Debutante Sonakshi Sinha appears briefly in the first look promo and leaves an impact with a smart filmi dialogue on the vagaries of love. Dabangg releases this Eid.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 13 Jul 2010 | 5:08 am

Desi Italian Job to be shot in NZ

After I Hate Luv Storys, the remake of The Italian Job is set to be filmed in New Zealand at the end of the year.
Source: | 13 Jul 2010 | 5:03 am

Music Review: Udaan, Tere Bin Laden

Moving away from the dark soundscape of Dev D, each song in Udaan literally takes flight from a soft, seminal intro, building up to a crescendo of indie, alternative rock.
Source: | 13 Jul 2010 | 4:30 am

‘BBC offered me Midnight’s Children first’

Seema Biswas is playing the same role in Deepa Mehta’s film now.
Source: | 13 Jul 2010 | 4:26 am

Shahid Kapoor kept calling himself as 'Flop Hero' & Sonam as 'Hit Heroine'

Shahid and Sonam Kapoor are shooting love scenes in a specially-designed carriage in a part of Edinburgh where no film has been shot before. Feeling flush with the success of I Hate Luv Storys (IHLS) - her first hit, Sonam Kapoor returned to Scotland last week to resume the shooting of Mausam with Shahid Kapoor who had been patiently waiting for his heroine to return so they could resume their-onscreen romancing for his father's film Mausam. Coincidentally, a week after IHLS clicked Shahid's Milenge Milenge opened to a very lukewarm response. Naturally, Sonam and Shahid had a lot to say to one another during the breaks between shots about their respective films. Except that Shahid was doing all the talking about both the films. Says a source from the unit, "Sonam and Shahid have been shooting this week at the Royal Mile, which is the longest road in Edinburgh and not open to traffic, let alone film shootings. It's a long stretch with restricted movement for locals, so that there was little intrusion from Shahid and Sonam's Indian fans." Cars filled with loads of NRI fans have been arriving in Edinburgh from in and around Scotland and London to see the two stars shoot. Says the source, "Naturally without fans hovering to take pictures and start off a conversation, Shahid and Sonam were much relaxed at the mythic Royal Mile. Shahid had a field day taking potshots at his own film and congratulating Sonam for her success." Apparently, Shahid insisted on addressing himself as 'Flop Hero' and Sonam as 'Hit Heroine.' Says the source, "After a point Sonam just told him to stop it. But Shahid was unstoppable."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:43 am

Bipasha Basu on Films, Twitter and John Abraham

Her femme fatale reputation is unshakeable. She dresses up in a bikini and your jaws drop. You see her in a translucent Indian saree and your eye glasses crackle. You see her in tight jeans and you begin to feel uncomfortable. That's the comfort level Bipasha Basu shares with her male audiences. As for her female fan following, they get busy with their manicures, facials and some shopping only to look like her. And for her boyfriend John Abraham, she is like how the saying goes - Neighbours envy, owners pride. To be Basu is something and to be a part of her life is another. Dream on. UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent chats with an actress who commands respect with her talent in her new offering, Lamhaa, which releases this Friday. Furthermore, she talks about her box office fate, her next year release Dum Maaro Dum, her recent controversy with Ram Gopal Varma, her love for Twitter and the confidence in her boyfriend John Abraham not joining the networking site. Right script I don't know if Lamhaa was the right script I was looking for. I know Rahul Dholakia and have seen his Parzania. I knew that he would make Lamhaa very honest and very credible. That's why I did it. The kind of responsibility for this film in regards to my input for the role has been a little more. If you are trying to echo the real Kashmiri sentiments, one needs to. Right emotion Lamhaa isn't going to release in Srinagar. But if they watch it, we have done justice to their feelings. Rahul stayed in Kashmir for two years and the interaction he had with the Kashmiris had a lot to do with the way the film has shaped up. The film triggers the right emotions. The awareness is important and if the film helps a bit in trying to solve the problems of the people of the valley, then great. On the basis of politics, religion and region, Indians are very vulnerable. Right role Even between a commercial entertainer and sometimes a 'no brainer' which always works, ninety percent of the time, it's a lot of effort put into films. Every film, good or bad, is made with a lot of effort. That includes a lot of conviction and a lot of money too (laughs). Nothing is less important. When a film like Lamhaa comes my way, I only feel a little more responsible because it has real and sensitive issues involved. Kunal Kapoor Kunal is a very honest method actor. He digs his claws into the role he gets offered. He has done a lot of research for the film. He went to many of the Kashmiri houses and met their families. He could freely go and visit the houses. I wasn't allowed due to many reasons. It feels good when you're working with an involved actor like Kunal. Box office fate I don't know what the fate of Lamhaa will be at the box office. Audiences are unpredictable. They watch good and bad films. There is no graph you can follow and no rules set to gauge whether a particular film will work or not. I am a little more interested on this one doing well because it's something that we need to know about our country. Especially the youth needs to be actively involved in the politics of our country. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. Dum Maaro Dum We can talk about Dum Maaro Dum a bit later because I'm not allowed to talk on it right now. But yes, I am filming for the film as of now and busy with it. That does not mean that I'm getting stoned on the beaches of Goa (laughs). True Life Story or an Adaptation I'd love to be a part of any true life story or an adaptation. We are actors; we want more meat and want to do different things. Unfortunately, Bollywood is very predictable. There are stereotypes and people don't want to move away from them. I wish I get to do different roles in my career and I will look out for them as much as I can. Bollywood is very predictable, there are stereotypes Ram Gopal Varma I don't know where the stories of Ram Gopal Varma having a grudge against me or vice-versa started to flow from? I'm sure Twitter has now become a free news portal. Look at the status message and make stories and publish them. I got to know from a local daily newspaper when a friend of mine mentioned it to me. I don't think John Abraham is going to join Twitter Twitter It's amazing to be on Twitter. It's your world out there. It is the world of the people who love you, who know you and want to know you. It's like touching the lives of so many of them. Networking has become the definition of communication. I doubted all of it till I went on it and experienced everything first hand. I realised the power of Twitter only after I joined it and I love it right now. John 'Twitter' Abraham I don't think John Abraham is going to join Twitter (laughs). He is really guarded. When he joins Twitter, I'll have to rub my eyes again and again or pinch myself. I don't see him networking in the near future nor in the distant (laughs).
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:35 am

Yogish releases Shravana audio

One song from film Shravana was earlier released in Bangalore. Now, the audio of the movie has been released by young musical sensation Yogish a.k.a Loose Mada. The audio is released under the home banner of Yogish called Akshay Audio. All
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:28 am

Salman with a changed attitude in Dabangg

Salman Khan is back with a raging vengeance determined to repeat the Wanted magic. For there's an electrifying energy as the two and a half minute first look promo of Arbaaz Khan Production's Dabangg gets over leaving you gasping for breath
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:26 am

Aishwarya an admirer of Kate Winslet - Oneindia

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Aishwarya an admirer of Kate Winslet Oneindia Aishwarya Bachchan, who is an ardent admirer of the beauty and talent of Kate Winslet, is looking forward to meet her and shoot together for the L'Oreal ad. She is very excited to meet Winslet, whom she met briefly in the past. ... Ash to shoot with Kate Winslet for an adNDTV.com Ash and Kate shoot together!Hindustan Times Ash to share Screen space with Kate for L'Oreal AdBreakingNewsOnline. IndiaGlitz -Masala -india-server.com all 33 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:24 am

Aishwarya an admirer of Kate Winslet

Aishwarya Bachchan, who is an ardent admirer of the beauty and talent of Kate Winslet, is looking forward to meet her and shoot together for the L’Oreal ad. She is very excited to meet Winslet, whom she met briefly in the
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:21 am

Udaan is a simple straight forward film: Vikramaditya

Vikramaditya Motwane, whose maiden venture as a director Udaan, produced by Anurag Kashyap, is all set for release next week, tells this correspondent that his economics worked better without stars in his film Udaan and he has been a purist as
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:19 am

Milenge Milenge opened better than expected - Oneindia

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Milenge Milenge opened better than expected Oneindia It was a foregone conclusion that Milenge Milenge won't have much going for it as far as critics were concerned. When even new age love stories find quite some criticism coming their way, it was impossible for Milenge Milenge to go unscathed, ... Sonam's a hit, Shahid flops!Times of India Sonam Is A 'Hit Heroine', While Shahid Is a 'Flop Hero'india-server.com Shahid had a taste of 'Mausam'!India Today Bollywood Spice -Hindustan Times -Indiainfo.com all 19 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:18 am

Milenge Milenge opened better than expected

It was a foregone conclusion that Milenge Milenge won’t have much going for it as far as critics were concerned. When even new age love stories find quite some criticism coming their way, it was impossible for Milenge Milenge to go
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:16 am

Christina Milian, The-Dream announce split

New York (ANI): Singer Christina Milian and her music producer husband The-Dream have reportedly decided to split. Terius 'The-Dream' Nash is saddened to announce that his marriage to Christina Milian was unsuccessful," the New York Daily News quoted The-Dream's representative as
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:12 am

Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore stop eating to follow fad detox diet

London (ANI): Hollywood couple Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore are getting healthy together. The two have stopped eating – to follow a fad detox diet. The couple is undergoing Master Cleanse that involves temporarily consuming nothing but a concoction of water,
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:07 am

Katy Perry denies comparing Miley Cyrus to Britney Spears

New York (ANI): American singer Katy Perry has denied that she compared Miley Cyrus to Britney Spears at MuchMusic Awards. According to a source who spoke to Life & Style magazine, Perry said, "She's Britney Spears all over again. It's worse.
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 2:53 am

I just cannot make a film like Udaan: Anurag Kashyap

Anurag Kashyap, who has produced Udaan, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane tells this correspondent that after watching a film like Udaan, he has come to the conclusion that he has to gracefully accept the fact that he cannot make films the way
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 2:50 am

Romance is in the Mausam for Shahid and Sonam

Feeling flush with the success of I Hate Luv Storys (IHLS), her first hit, Sonam Kapoor returned to Scotland last week to resume the shooting of Mausam with Shahid Kapoor who had been patiently waiting for his heroine to return so
Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 13 Jul 2010 | 2:46 am

Clash between 'Action Replayy' & 'Patiala House' averted?

The rumour mills are working overtime. While a spate of Akshay Kumar starrers are expected to hit the screens in the second half of 2010, starting with KHATTA MEETHA [next Friday], ACTION REPLAYY [5th November; Diwali], PATIALA HOUSE [19th November] and TEES MAAR KHAN [24th December], everyone's curious to know whether ACTION REPLAYY and PATIALA HOUSE will indeed arrive in the same month. While the producers of both ACTION REPLAYY and PATIALA HOUSE are sticking to the date, there's talk that PATIALA HOUSE might be shifted ahead, to February next year. However, PATIALA HOUSE producer Mukesh Talreja denies the development outright. "We are waiting for Akshay to arrive. We did speak with him, but he had to leave for Manali and hence, we couldn't sort this issue out. All I can say right now is that there's no question of a postponement. We are firm on 19th November. Definitely not February next year. Yet, we will take a call in the next few days," Talreja clarifies.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 13 Jul 2010 | 1:58 am

Tere Bin Laden to release in Phase II in America

TERE BIN LADEN is piping hit within the industry and amongst the paying public as well. In fact, there's tremendous curiosity to watch the film, given the fact that it has 'Osama Bin Laden' playing a pivotal role. While the trend is to have a day and date release across the globe, the makers of TERE BIN LADEN have decided to release the film globally, except U.S.A. this Friday. Confirms Aarti Shetty, the producer of TERE BIN LADEN, "The American distributor of the film feels that TERE BIN LADEN has the potential to go beyond the Indian diaspora, penetrating into the American market due to Osama Bin Laden. Hence, we've decided to release the film everywehere, except America this Friday. Places like U.K., Pakistan and other international territories will open in Phase I this Friday, while America will see a Phase II release, after we study the business in various markets in its first round." That would truly be interesting!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 13 Jul 2010 | 1:56 am

Akshay Kumar called a "jackass" for being insensitive - Hindustan Times

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Akshay Kumar called a "jackass" for being insensitive Hindustan Times Akshay Kumar recently visited ailing cartoonist RK Laxman in the hospital to urge him to watch his forthcoming film, Khatta Meetha in which Kumar portrays Laxman's famous "common man". In response, while a journo called him a "jackass", ... Amitabh comes to Akshay's rescue from the mediaSpicezee Twitter Wars: Amitabh Bachchan Bats For Akshay Kumarkoimoi Rajeev Masand calls Akshay jackassTotal Filmy Indiainfo.com -Masala -India.com all 13 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:59 am

Emraan despises term six-pack abs - Total Filmy

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Emraan despises term six-pack abs Total Filmy by Jasmine - July 13, 2010 - 0 comments Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi, who went to the trouble of acquiring so-called six-pack abs for his role in his upcoming film 'Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai', revealed that he despises the very term frequently used ... Emraan Hashmi - a don with an edge!Apun Ka Choice What Prachi Has To Say On 'Once Upon A Time In Mumbai'?india-server.com I hate this term six-pack: Emraan HashmiNDTV.com Oneindia -GlamSham -Times of India all 53 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:56 am

Is it always Shahrukh V/S Amitabh? - Oneindia

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Is it always Shahrukh V/S Amitabh? Oneindia Alright, Amitabh Bachchan is hosting 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 4' on Sony. The moment this was out, one anticipated rival channels to chase other big superstars of Bollywood. Most of Bollywood's big wigs sans Aamir Khan have made their television debut. ... Shahrukh Khan to host 'Bigg Boss 4'?Express Buzz It's KBC Vs Big BossFV Current Waves IDEA Becomes Telecom Partner For KBC-4 On SonyBest Media Info Indiainfo.com -Indiantelevision.com -Indian Express all 24 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:43 am

Aishwarya seeks Rajinikanth's blessings - Oneindia

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Aishwarya seeks Rajinikanth's blessings Oneindia The latest buzz about Endhiran is that actress Aishwarya Bachchan has touched Rajinikanth's feet to seek his blessings on the last day of the shooting. According to the sources, cast and crew including Rajinikanth were suprised, when former miss world ... When an emotional Aishwarya touched Rajinikanth`s feet!Spicezee Maran throws party to Rajini, ShankarIndiaGlitz Aishwarya Rai touches superstar Rajinikanth's feet‎Total Filmy Express Buzz -Galatta.com -Sify all 11 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:53 pm

Shiv Sena warns radio channels in Mumbai - Oneindia

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Shiv Sena warns radio channels in Mumbai Oneindia By Raymond Ronamai The party workers of Shiv Sena staged a demonstration outside the offices of FM Radio channels Red FM and Radio Mirchi in Mumbai yesterday, demanding the channels to adhere to the dictates of its chief Bal Thackeray and play Marathi ... Sainiks demonstrate outside radio officesHindustan Times Sena wants FM channels to sing in MarathiDaily News & Analysis Shiv Sena won't allow sale of Laine's book, says UddhavTimes of India afaqs! -NetIndian -Indiantelevision.com all 51 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:24 pm

'Tere Bin Laden' to release in Phase II in US - Indian Express

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'Tere Bin Laden' to release in Phase II in US Indian Express The American distributor of the film feels that 'Tere Bin Laden' has the potential to go beyond the Indian diaspora. 'Tere Bin Laden' is piping hit within the industry and amongst the paying public as well. In fact, there's tremendous curiosity to ... Tere Bin Laden - Look alikeThe Hindu All you wanted to know about 'Tere Bin Laden'bollywoodhungama No Laden in Tere Bin for PakistanOneindia The Sun -IBNLive.com -Times of India all 141 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:32 pm

Angie Harmon plans to relocate, has to star in Rizzoli and Isles

Angie Harmon and her husband, Jason Sehorn, are reportedly thinking about leaving Los Angeles and moving to some place in the South, where she believes she can 'raise some strong Southern women with morals, ethics, and values.'
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jul 2010 | 1:21 pm

Harvey Pekar, comic-book author of American Splendor dead

Harvey Pekar, the file clerk who turned the small details of his life into the comic book 'American Splendor', died overnight.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jul 2010 | 1:02 pm

Carrie Underwood marries NHL player Mike Fisher

The Grammy award winner, Carrie Underwood married NHL player Mike Fisher at a resort in Georgia. The newly weds were captured at the airport.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jul 2010 | 12:29 pm

Singer Arun Daga pays tribute to Kashmir

Playback singer Arun Daga says he has paid tribute to Kashmir issues with the song "Salaam zindagi" in the upcoming film "Lamhaa".
Source: Entertainment News | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:57 am

Neil Nitin Mukesh wants to work with Shyamalan

Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh has an earnest desire to work with Indian American filmmaker M.
Source: Entertainment News | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:55 am

RGV hates 'I Hate Luv Storys' for being a hit

It seems filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma will never stop taking digs at Karan Johar - he has made fun of Johar's latest production venture "I Hate Luv Storys".
Source: Entertainment News | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:51 am

Live! With Regis & Kelly comes to Prince Edward island

'Live! With Regis & Kelly', one of the biggest daytime talk-shows in the United States has arrived in Canada's smallest province Prince Edward Island. The two stars are having a good time in the local atmosphere.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:20 am

Chad Ochocinco in VH1 reality show 'The Ultimate Catch'

VH1 has used his NFL popularity to expand to other ventures .Ochocinco has been promoting the show on his Twitter the whole day, saying that he is excited that his fans will finally get to see the show.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jul 2010 | 9:41 am

Bollywood's Akshay Kumar promotes upcoming film in Mumbai. - Oneindia

Digital Spy

Bollywood's Akshay Kumar promotes upcoming film in Mumbai. Oneindia Mumbai, July 12 (ANI): Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar rode a road roller to promote his new film 'Khatta Meetha' in Mumbai. Kumar arrived on a road roller at the venue, dressed as 'Sachin Tichkule', a character in the film who is a corrupt road ... "Akshay made sure I gave my best for the role" - Trisha KrishnanBollywood Spice Trisha is all praises for AkshayBollywood Mantra Akshay inspects Mumbai roads!Times of India Deccan Chronicle -Rediff -Screen Weekly all 51 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jul 2010 | 9:11 am

Walter Hawkins, Grammy winning gospel singer dies at 61

Walter Hawkins was nominated for nine Grammy Awards over his career but managed to win it only once. He died while working on his next 'Love Alive' record. He will be missed by many of us.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:55 am

Aishwarya and Kate Winslet to feature together in L'Oreal commercial

Hers is the name that has set afire a million hearts, besides launching umpteen brands whose sales soar with every inch of her infectious smile. We are indeed talking about the one and only Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, whose everything, be it her birthday or even wedding becomes a national event! Ash is now all set to capture your dreams once again, this time round with the Hollywood star Kate Winslet! Well, the viewers will be in for a visual treat as these two gorgeous beauties come together in an ad for the cosmetics major L'Oreal. Sources close to Bollywood Hungama have confirmed the news stating that the ad will be shot by one of the topnotch directors in Italy over a period of two days. All in all, one simply can't resist the coming together of the two!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:46 am

Kajol not promoting We Are Family? - Hindustan Times

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Kajol not promoting We Are Family? Hindustan Times Even though they are a family in Karan Johar's next, We Are Family, only Kareena Kapoor and not Kajol will be touring the country to promote the movie. Do we smell something fishy here? Don't jump your guns, the other leading lady, Kajol is expecting ... Why Kajol Can't Promote 'We Are Family'?india-server.com Pedigree is an asset in Bollywood, but it is talent that counts, says actor ...Indian Express Bebo to promote We Are Family!Times of India Indiainfo.com (subscription) -Masala -Insurance News Net (press release) all 11 news articles »

Source: Entertainment - Google News | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:46 am

Big B receives salt Ganesha from Poland

The Ash clouds that brought Europe to a standstill might have also affected Amitabh Bachchan's visit to Poland back then, when he was invited as a chief guest at the International Film Festival of Independent cinema. But as a result of that, the ambassador of Poland did get to visit Mr. Bachchan at his residence Pratiksha in Mumbai city. After many delays, the ambassador of Poland Piotr Klodkowski finally met Big B to gift him a specially crafted salt Ganesha. This Ganesha was to be gifted to Bachchan at the Wielcza Salt Mines that he was supposed to visit while in Poland. In return, Mr. Bachchan gifted three books to the ambassador, one of them was Madhushala which is an English translation of his father's poems, and was personally autographed as well.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:44 am

'Laden' dropped from Tere Bin Laden in Pakistan

Don't they say better safe than sorry? The makers of the upcoming Tere Bin Laden starring the Pakistani Pop star Ali Zafar; have decided to drop the name Laden from the title of the film as a precautionary measure. Considering the kind of tensions surrounding Pakistan, the makers have given full freedom to the distributors to go ahead with the title Tere Bin in posters instead of Tere Bin Laden. The title itself is more tongue-in-cheek remark on the Al-Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden. The makers plan to release the film in the US to get a wider spectrum but they would do that only in the second phase as it would be realised in UK, India, Pakistan and Australia and other NRI markets first.
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:33 am

Prince Of Persia's action director works with Saif for Agent Vinod

Saif Ali Khan has been rigorously training in the most complex martial arts for his role as a spy in Sriram Raghavan's Agent Vinod. Saif's latest acquisition to amplify the scope of his action scenes will make our other action stars go green with envy. It would certainly disappoint Vivek Oberoi to hear that Saif has beaten Vivek into getting the Prince Of Persia action director Cedric Proust to do the stunts in Agent Vinod. Vivek's producers had planned to bring Proust for the sequel to Prince. Confirming this development Agent Vinod director Sriram Raghavan says, "Yes, Cedric Proust who has done many big Hollywood action films in Morocco did Saif's action scenes in Morocco and Afghanistan. We plan to hire another leading action director for Saif's action scenes in England and an Indian one for the stunts in Delhi. In this way we hope to economize on the budget for action scenes without compromising on the quality of the action." Raghavan says too much money is wasted in Hindi films unnecessarily blowing up cars and filming chase sequences. Says the director, "Let's face it. We don't have the budgets afforded to action scenes in the James Bond and Bourne films. But we can economize on the budget and still give the same calibre of stunts. For instance instead of a 9-minute car chase, we can shoot for the chase for just 4 minutes with the same impact." Stunts, says Raghavan, are grossly misused in our films. "We often splurge unnecessarily on action scenes. For example why do we need to go abroad to shoot action scenes when we have the location and infrastructure right here? In my Johnny Gaddaar, we needed to shoot an action sequence in a train. We thought of going abroad. Then we settled for India." Sriram wonders why recent Bollywood's action sequences are not spoken about when so much money is spent on them. "When we mention action why do we talk only about the train-robbery sequence in Sholay and the go down fight in Deewaar? We need to stop treating fight sequences with the flamboyance of item songs." In Agent Vinod, Saif will be doing the most rugged and realistic action. Explains Raghavan, "Saif plays a spy. His character needs to be trained for all kinds of crises. I want Saif to fight instinctively, not as though his moves have been pre-decided There will be a lot of the raw guttural bloody stuff."
Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:25 am

Pehli Nazar Mein - The magic of 'First Look'

'Pehli Nazar Mein Kaisa Jadoo Kar Diya' ...and so did the song continue in Race. Of course the lyrics are nothing new, the thoughts tried and tested and situation sensing of seen it-done all. Well, all of this and more for a romantic outing between the lead pair of the film. However, in the context of film promotion today, 'pehli nazar' brings in a different connotation altogether. 'Pehli Nazar', the First Look - Two dreaded words that are now coming with the power of making or breaking a film. The first poster, the first teaser, the first theatrical promos - everything which is first about the release-to-be has been taking such dangerous as well as lucrative preposition that has fast emerged as a double edged sword. The past Gone are the days when the film's first look was referred to as trailers. 80s was the time when a few random shots from the films, mainly coming with a combination of a romantic track, a comic track, a rape sequence, a fight sequence and a few dramatic dialogues used to make for a rather lengthy promo. There wasn't much variety in store as everything was way too predictable (and in process something which was actually wanted by the audience). Things started changing in the 90s, though the end result was not as stylish if one looks back to see how things stood then. Still, an effort was being made and while the masala elements still remained intact; better cut promos with some inkling of the film's theme was put on display. At least random shots were done away with and there was more narrative feel to those few minutes that detailed the context of the film. The present Of course it all became pretty organised with the turn of the century. One can pick, choose and blame corporate houses for the current mess that Bollywood is in from the business standpoint. However, one can't deny the fact that it was due to some planning and focus from bodies like UTV and EROS along with desi production houses of Yash Raj Films, Dharma Productions, Nadiadwala Grandsons, Boney Kapoor and of course the maverick Ram Gopal Varma which changed the way 'trailers' looked. It was now the time for an altogether different way of pitching the film to the audience. Gone were the days of 'ek gaane ki line daal do, ek romantic scene dikha do, thodi comedy ka touch de do, heroine ka ek emotional scene rakh lo' mandate that made for a promo. It was the time to work hard on the first poster of the film. After that, there was a 30 seconds teaser that did its job of, well, just about managing to tease the audience into speculating what the film was all about. And then the theatrical promo was unleashed, something that was good enough for audience to decide in those two and a half to three minutes that whether the film was going to be a worthy trip to the theatre or not. Worthy trip did I say? That's because this was now the era of multiplexes. A film was not going to be a 'chalta hai, time pass hai' affair any more. 'You deliver well in those 3 minutes and I will step in, else forget it', is what an average man (who willing to shell out Rs. 300 for a single ticket) was ready to say. No wonder, there were also instances when promos were being cut before the film itself (can you believe that?). Some of those instances were Milan Luthria's Deewar [Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna] and Sanjay Gupta's Kaante [Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty] when the first look made such a rocking impression that there was immense curiosity to see what the film was all about even though the film's real shooting still remained. The power of 180 seconds No wonder, in the current times, a maker is most concerned about what to show in those 3 minutes. He did all to make those 120 minutes of a movie's playtime exciting but it was sheer sacrilege if every second didn't count in the theatrical promo. It had to be edited, re-edited, thought, re-thought and worked upon with even more vigour than the film by itself. Really, I know of instances where film makers have spent 50 days to shoot an entire film and then spend 30 days in cutting the first promo. Whoever said that the editor's job was easy? The man who led the bunch was Ram Gopal Varma. For someone who at one point in time was making half a dozen films simultaneously and carried the vision of having an independent corporate world of his own in place, Ramu's mandate for his team was to get the 'First Look' perfect. Period. There were no negotiations, no arguments, no difference in opinions. What was required was to have those few seconds count and get the audience in. No wonder, even though his films from that time - James, Darna Mana Hai, Road, Gayab, Vaastushastra, My Wife's Murder or Mr. Ya Miss - didn't turn out to be hits at the box office, his promos were superhits. The only film where he really faltered with the promos? Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag. And we know the fate of the film as well. This is something that the biggest of the makers will also agree i.e. a 'First Look' has to be bang on. None other than Mani Ratnam would agree as well. The 30 seconds teaser with (body double of) Abhishek Bachchan jumping into a river worked but the promos that followed didn't. In fact whether it was the song promos, dialogue promos or the action promos, there were confusing signals all around. As it turned out, it was not the fault of the promo editor here. The film itself was confusing and hence the poor guy didn't have an option to cut a promo from the material made available to him. However, ruthless audience got it all and that reflected in the average opening that the film took. The trick works The promos failed in Raavan though in comparison the game was played quite well by the makers of Kites. They too knew the product that they had in hand so the magic lied in revealing those elements about the film that could entice the audience in a big enough manner to ensure a good enough opening that would dilute the (expected) damage. The trick worked as Kites took a phenomenal opening at the box office, courtesy the well cut promos that highlighted the action sequences of the film that led to and adrenalin push. In recent past, the film which kept its options open was Housefull. It's 'First Look' took a great deal of permutation and combination to be put together. The first promo had Akshay Kumar seemingly troubled with three wives. The eye catchy promo caught the attention of the audience and just when they started thinking that this was Garam Masala revisited, an entire new set of promos was unveiled that brought to fore the ha-ha-land that Sajid Khan had created with his actors. The ones who got it right Another team which has always been known to be pretty active when it comes to unveiling the right 'First Look' at the right place and the right time is Yash Raj Films. There was a time when they had 4/5/6 films on floors (till 2-3 years back). Hence it was a ritual that whenever a film of theirs released, the promo of one or perhaps even two of their upcoming films was tagged along as well. Time and again they worked and helped raise immense curiosity amongst audience. The film may be poor (Tashan) or good (Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi) but the promo always worked. The only instance where it didn't work was in Chak De India and that showed at the box office. The film's opening was quite disheartening and it was mainly due to the strength that Chak De India carried coupled with Shah Rukh Khan's path breaking act that helped it succeed at the box office. Corporate houses, which typically have 5 to 6 films in different stages of production at any point in time, continue to be conscious about correct promo for the kind of film (in terms of genre, scale, star cast) which is being made. No wonder, a small film like A Wednesday is pitched differently than a biggie like Raajneeti or Love Aaj Kal. And when the 'First Look' is uninspiring, case in point being Aladin, Drona, Veer, What's Your Raashee, Delhi 6 and 8 X 10 Tasveer - all of which failed at the 'First Look' stage itself. The future No wonder, one looks with bated breath with what films like Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai (boasting of the best cut promo in the current season), Khatta Meetha and Aisha have to offer. These are some of the films where the 'First Look' has managed to make such a huge impact that it would be overtly disheartening if the final product doesn't make an equally big mark. Also, in the coming months, one looks forward to see what do Salman Khan (Dabangg), Siddharth Anand (Anjaana Anjaani), Ram Gopal Varma (Rakta Charitra), Rohit Shetty (Golmaal 3), Sanjay Leela Bhansali (Guzaarish), Ashutish Gowariker (Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Se), Anees Bazmee (No Problem) and Farah Khan (Tees Maar Khan) would have to offer. The clock is ticking but it is the second that counts!
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 12 Jul 2010 | 6:50 am

Milenge Milenge: No reason for meeting them!

There was no promotion of the movie because Shahid and Kareena nahi mile. I heard about Satish Kaushik giving a interview for a Radio channel.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jul 2010 | 5:54 am

Break Ke Baad team got into scuba diving in Mauritius

The unit of Kunal Kohli's Break Ke Baad in Mauritius turned into a scuba special. When members of the cast were not shooting, they were busy plunging into the deep-blue sea at the drop of a hat. Says Kohli, "I'm a certified diver, so is my wife Ravina. In fact when she heard about how much fun the crew was having under-sea, Ravina flew down to Mauritius just to join us in taking the plunge. My leading man Imran is also a certified diver and even my leading lady Deepika Padukone has also been certified recently. So we were all a bunch of aqua-obsessed divers trying hard to tear ourselves away from the inviting sea and focus on work." Ironically, Kunal's film has little do with the water. "I wanted to shoot in the beautiful heritage houses in Mauritius. The ocean and water have been done to death right from the time Sanjay Khan directed Chandi Sona in Mauritius. These houses were my main temptation to shoot in Mauritius. How was I to know that all of us would be so taken up with the water." The unit tried hard to stay focused above sea-level. But with Deepika being a new recruit into the pleasures of the plunge the battle to steer away from the water became doubly hard. Though Break Ke Baad is being shot on an island the film has no connection with underwater activities. Kunal Kohli and his director Danish Aslam are now tempted to write something that requires the pair to show off their skills under water. Kunal and Danish aren't giving in. They know what's happened to Hindi films that have been shot underwater. Blue, anyone?
Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 12 Jul 2010 | 4:01 am

Hollywood star Paltrow finally removes 'nourish the inner aspect' tagline from her blog

Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow (Shakespeare in Love) has apparently removed tagline 'nourish the inner aspect' from the title of her blog, which is now just reduced to 'GOOP'.
Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 12 Jul 2010 | 3:13 am