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Another woman claims of abusive relationship with Mel Gibson
Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 20 Jul 2010 | 9:23 am Hum Log to return on DD in new avatar
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Source: NDTV Entertainment News | 20 Jul 2010 | 6:26 am Khatta Meetha faces controversy over cruelty to animal
This Friday's big release, the Akshay Kumar starrer Khatta Meetha got itself embroiled in a controversy earlier this week. After the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) viewed and cleared the film on July 13, a certain party lodged a complaint against clearing the film due to the presence of a scene in which an elephant is shown pulling the road-roller.
The complainant seems to have found the scene objectionable as it depicts cruelty towards animals and hence asked the CBFC to order the makers to delete the scene. Such a step would have resulted in delaying the dispatch of overseas prints and could have even pushed the release date further. However, things seem to have been sorted now.
When we got in touch with the PR of the film he said, "Yes there was a small issue but it has been sorted now. In fact the overseas prints have also been delivered."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Jul 2010 | 5:32 am ‘They didn’t want an Osama with a paunch’Pradhuman Singh, the 27-year-old who plays an Osama lookalike in the recently released Tere Bin Laden, says he felt like a celeb the first time he walked out of the vanity van.Source: | 20 Jul 2010 | 5:17 am Lost Chaplin film found at antiques fairA 1914 silent film, A Thief Catcher, featuring Charlie Chaplin, has been discovered at an antiques fair. American cinema historian Paul Gierucki found a can of an old film marked ‘Keystone’ at a Michigan sale.Source: | 20 Jul 2010 | 5:02 am Gig AlertsTime for some 'rock n roll' with rock band numbers. Just chill out with there sizzling performances.Source: | 20 Jul 2010 | 4:50 am From Hum Tum to true equality of sexesKunal Kohli is in London to run his script by Saif Ali Khan for his next film which is a modern-day love story about a couple faced with a conflict between love and ambition.Source: | 20 Jul 2010 | 4:34 am Celina Jaitly to endorse Diya jewellery
She is beauty personified. With her light eyes and beautiful smile, she looks like a goddess. She is none other than Celina Jaitly. With a long list of brands being endorsed by her, Celina adds yet another name to the list with her latest tie up with the jewellery brand Diya.
Celina Jaitly has been signed to endorse a new brand Diya Jewelry, which is a new segment of the well established jewellery brand by the Gitanjali Group. The reason the brand decided on Celina was because they have a philosophy "Born of Dreams" and that's what exactly Celina's life is all about. Celina's life has a story like what dreams are made off, a small town girl wins Miss India Crown and then enters into Bollywood. Every girl cherishes such dream and wishes it to come true. Besides Celina was perfect for this campaign wherein they have a sweet girl wandering in her own world of fantasies and fairytales.
Speaking about Celina says, "Diya is the next biggest thing in India when it comes to diamond jewellery and in the most exotic beautiful designs I have ever seen. The whole ad campaign is out of this world and surreal. The ad campaign TVC is being shot in a way television has never seen before and I am so honoured to be chosen by Gitanjali to represent the most beautiful diamond jewellery ever."Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 20 Jul 2010 | 4:26 am International brands tie up with Aisha - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 20 Jul 2010 | 4:13 am All you wanted to know about 'Khatta Meetha'
After entertaining us with laugh-riots like Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Bhagam Bhag, Bhool Bhulaiyaa and De Dana Dan, the super-hit team of Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan is back with yet another entertainer- Khatta Meetha. The film is about Sachin Tichkule (Akshay Kumar) who plays a road contractor and represents the common man. With a supporting cast comprising of Trisha, Johnny Lever, Manoj Joshi, Rajpal Yadav and Aruna Irani, this one promises to be a fun-filled ride.
As Khatta Meetha opens across cinema halls on July 23, we at Bollywood Hungama present all that you ever want to know about this film in this exclusive section. Enjoy!
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Sneak peek at the shoot of Khatta Meetha starring Akshay Kumar and Trisha
Check out: Akshay and Trisha shooting for 'Sajde Kiye' in Khatta Meetha
Akshay will be seen grooving on the song 'Nana-chi Taang' in Khatta Meetha
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First Look: Khatta Meetha
Akshay Kumar promotes Khatta Meetha by inspecting the roads of Mumbai
Akshay Kumar spotted in his Khatta Meetha film outfit
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Teaser 1 (Khatta Meetha)
Sajde (Khatta Meetha)
Akshay Kumar Promotes 'Khatta Meetha'
Akshay Kumar Speaks About 'Khatta Meetha'
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Dialogue Promo 1 (Khatta Meetha)
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On The Sets Of 'Khatta Meetha'
Making Of 'Aila Re Aila' (Khatta Meetha)
Aila Re Aila (Khatta Meetha)
Making Of 'Sajde' (Khatta Meetha)
'Nana Chi Taang' (Khatta Meetha)
Nana Chi Taang (Khatta Meetha)Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 20 Jul 2010 | 4:09 am Tere Bin Laden takes Bollywood by storm - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 20 Jul 2010 | 3:48 am Big B praises 'Udaan', calls it fresh breeze of air - IBNLive.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 20 Jul 2010 | 3:39 am Ask your questions to Emraan Hashmi
Not too long ago, he was deemed as the serial kisser of Bollywood, but with his choice of films and his performances, he has proved that he has a huge potential in him an as actor. He is none other than Emraan Hashmi.
Emraan who made his debut with the film Footpath, has been making waves ever since. Known to be a staunch attachment in the Bhatt camp, Emraan has done ten films with the Bhatts, and today he is all set with his next film Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai.
This one is for all those who always wanted to ask Emraan their hearts out, but did not know how to! Well, Bollywood Hungama gives you a chance to do so. All you have to do is to simply write your questions below and wait for Emraan to answer your questions! So, what are you waiting for... go ahead, post your questions in the comments section below.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Jul 2010 | 3:13 am Imran, Punit solo at IHLS success party
Apparently, Sonam Kapoor the leading lady of I Hate LUV Storys (IHLS) was supposed to fly down to Mumbai for the celebration party on Saturday. But she did not eventually show up because of the tight schedule in Edinburgh for Mausam.
Says a source close to the actress, "Too much of the Mausam schedule had already been disturbed because Sonam had to take a break to return to Mumbai to promote IHLS. There was no way she could return for even a day."
Director Punit Malhotra was seen solo at the party but hardly looking lost. "We had a mad evening. It was super-entertaining. I got everyone drunk," said Punit the day after the party. Everyone from Sammir Dattani to Karan Johar was hung-over the next morning, Punit made sure of that.
Surprisingly, Imran Khan too came solo to the party. According to Punit his girlfriend Avantika was travelling. But another source revealed that Avantika decided to have a girls' night out with her friends while Imran whooped it up with the IHLS gang.
Punit personally went around chasing the guests down and drowing shots down their throats.
Yes, Aamir Khan did show up, solo, for the I Hate LUV Storys celebration bash. But someone very close to Karan Johar suggests not to read too much into this so-called new friendship. "Aamir invited Karan to his Peepli Live music release. Karan invited him back for his IHLS party. That's it. To conclude that they are working together in a film is not just pointless it's also unnecessary."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Jul 2010 | 3:00 am Vidya Balan asks more money - Times of India
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 20 Jul 2010 | 2:21 am Bipasha Basu in traditional Bengali attire - Oneindia
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 20 Jul 2010 | 2:18 am Sonam misses the success party of IHLSApparently Sonam Kapoor the leading lady of I Hate Luv Storys (IHLS) was supposed to fly down to Mumbai for the celebration party on Saturday. But she did not show up eventually because of the tight schedule in Edinburgh for Mausam.SaysSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:55 am John and Bipasha have no plans for marriageIt’s a well known fact that John Abraham and Bipasha Basu are one of the hottest couples from Bollywood.John Abraham and Bipasha Basu have been in a relationship since 2002. It has thus been eight long years of their collective existenceSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:53 am Bipasha Basu in traditional Bengali attireAfter receiving positive feedback for her feisty performance in last week's release Lamhaa, Bipasha Basu flew to her hometown Kolkata. Besides spending time with her family, the gorgeous babe also had some endorsement commitments to honour.Bips launched Mahua Bangla, a newSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:29 am Bava team shoots at serene Araku ValleyThe upcoming Telugu movie Bava, directed by Ram Babu, is now shooting at the peaceful Araku valley in Visakhapatnam. The team had earlier shot in Rajamundry at tha breathtaking surrounding of the villages. Now, they are filming in different parts atSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:26 am 'Knock Out' has been shifted to 1st Oct.
The forthcoming weeks are choc-a-bloc with new releases. If you glance at our 'Release Dates' chart [which is updated every week without fail], you will notice that in several weeks, two or more films will be vying for public attention, which, frankly, cannot be helped either, given the flow of new films in the forthcoming days.
Initially, Karan Johar's WE ARE FAMILY, Arbaaz Khan's first production DABANGG and Sohail Maklai's KNOCK OUT were confirmed for 10th September [Eid week]. But Sohail Maklai has decided to shift his film ahead by three weeks, which means that KNOCK OUT, starring Sanjay Dutt, Irrfan and Kangna Ranaut, will now arrive on 1st October.
Confirms Sohail, "Had KNOCK OUT released in the Eid week, we wouldn't have got Sanju's dates to promote the film, since he's shooting out of town. By shifting the film ahead, we are not merely avoiding clashing with two major films, but will also have actors devoting ample time to promote and market our film." Wise move indeed!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:25 am Madonna in trouble over noisy London house partyLondon (ANI): Madonna has reportedly been cited for noise pollution by authorities in London. The Queen of Pop has received an official warning from council officers after staff at her London home upset neighbours by staging a noisy party. Although theSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:21 am Malaria-stricken Cheryl Cole desperate to get back to workLondon (ANI): Girls Aloud singer Cheryl Cole has been sending text messages to fellow X Factor judge Simon Cowell telling him that she is bored and desperate to get back to work, the show’s boss has revealed. Cheryl took a breakSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:19 am Lucky Oye’s Manjot Singh on Fear Factor?A Sardar never fears anyone. However, Manjot Singh, a.k.a little Lucky from the film Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye, might have some fears. That’s why he has been rumoured to be a contestant on “Fear Factor – Khatron Ke Khiladi’ Special Edition.Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:19 am Gary is happy for me to tell his boys off: Danielle BuxLondon (ANI): Welsh lingerie model Danielle Bux has revealed that her husband Gary Lineker is fine with her telling off his four teenage sons from a previous marriage. Bux, 31, speaks about being a stepmother to 49-year-old Lineker’s four sons, George,Source: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:17 am Tiger Woods' mistress Uchitel on Celebrity Rehab showDisgraced golfer Tiger Woods’ alleged mistress Rachel Uchitel has reportedly signed up to star on the US TV reality show Celebrity Rehab. She is already said to have checked into the Pasadena Recovery Center on Saturday for 21 days of detoxSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:16 am “I was madly in love with Juhi” - Imran KhanHe started his career by doing a love story and becoming a dream boy for millions of girls worldwide. However, in his latest he declared, I Hate Luv Storys. Imran Khan, the official chocolate boy of Bollywood, is simply on aSource: Oneindia.in - Entertainment | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:14 am Couture Week organisers dragged to court - Times of India
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:06 am 'Khatta Meetha' & 'OUATIM' are borrowed from real life
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Real characters and real stories are in. And the next two weeks will indicate how the audience react to entertainers that borrow from real life. The pre-release reports of KHATTA MEETHA and ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI are super-hot, with the distributors acquiring the films for excellent prices. In fact, if the films succeed [one genuinely hopes, they do!], it will pave way for films that the common man can relate to.
Talking of KHATTA MEETHA, the Akshay-Priyadarshan combo has mostly collaborated on non-stop laughathons, but their new outing together, KHATTA MEETHA, has an interesting premise and is laced with straight-out-of-life situations. "I am glad the promos are radiating the right signals," Akshay tells me. Similarly, ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI isn't the usual story that we've watched over and over again. Reportedly, both Ajay Devgn and Emraan Hashmi have delivered powerful performances in this film, which is decorated with real-life incidents.
Note this new trend: More and more are actors ready to experiment with real roles, instead of taking the easy route by acting in frivolous movies.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 20 Jul 2010 | 1:00 am Khatta Meetha: Movie previewAfter a series of hits like Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyya and Garam Masala the famous Akshay Kumar-Priyadarshan due are back again the sixth time to tickle your funny bones this Friday.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 20 Jul 2010 | 12:47 am Akshay made me feel comfortable on the sets: Trisha - The Hindu
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Jul 2010 | 11:54 pm Neil becomes Deepika's make-up man - NDTV.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Jul 2010 | 10:54 pm New cinema courses at Asian School of Media StudiesThere is a huge requirement of specialised courses in cinema.The industry has joined together to support Asian School Of Media Studies to launch new courses.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 10:42 pm Google spies, Alex Jones video hacked from account?Jones claims that some one has hacked into his Youtube account and tried to remove his files(videos) that included 'Fall of the republic.'Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 3:56 pm Aamir Khan spotted with pretty RJs! - NDTV.com
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Jul 2010 | 2:54 pm Julia Robert's Eat Pray Love movie releasing on August 13, 2010Director Ryan Murphy's 'Eat Pray Love' movie is set to release on theatres on August 13. Film Eat Pray Love starring Julia Roberts, James Franco, Javier Bardem, Richard Jenkins and Billy Crudup.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 12:49 pm Crista Flanagan Poses Naked for August 2010 issue of Playboy MagazineThe TV actress of 'Mad Man' series goes without clothes for the cover page of iconic 'Playboy' Magazine.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 12:41 pm CD101's Andyman dies in a drowning accidentWWCD (CD101) in Columbus, OH is reporting a tragic death. Andyman, one of its top DJs and Program Director to boot was killed in a tragic drowning accident.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 12:38 pm James Gammon, 72 died on Friday - all detailsJames Gammon, a gravel-voiced actor who played the manager of the Cleveland Indians in the 1980s, died.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 11:49 am VH1's Celebrity Rehab stars Jason Wahler, Uchitel, DickinsonVH1 is coming up with a new show called Celebrity Rehab whose cast will soon check into the Pasadena Recovery Center for season four of the show.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 11:35 am Rachel Uchitel, Jeremy London to feature in Celebrity Rehab 4The latest news is that actor Jeremy London, who once claimed that he was abducted and forced to take drugs by 3 armed men is among the stars confirmed to be a part of the famous Celebrity Rehab 4 with Dr. Drew on VH1.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 10:54 am Live Chat: Anurag Kashyap on July 20 at 1600 hrs IST
Among the current lot of filmmakers, if there is one name who believes in defying the stereotype with each and every film, it is Anurag Kashyap. Director of hard-hitting films like Black Friday, Dev D and Gulaal, Anurag is now super-excited about his production Udaan which released last Friday.
Udaan has been directed by Anurag's protégé Vikramaditya Motwane and has been receiving tremendous acclaim from one and all. For all those who have loved the film, we at Bollywood Hungama give you a chance to have a live video chat with the man himself- Anurag Kashyap- on Tuesday, July 20, at 1600 hrs IST. Don't miss!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 19 Jul 2010 | 10:42 am Is Mel Gibson dead? Cause and reasonGoogle is abuzz with the news that Hollywood star Mel Gibson is dead. The news comes as shock to many.However Gibson is dead or inactive only on the pages of twitter and not otherwise.Source: merinews: Entertainment News Articles | 19 Jul 2010 | 10:04 am Bipasha launches new Bengali channel
After receiving positive feedback for her feisty performance in last week's release Lamhaa, Bipasha Basu flew to her hometown Kolkata. Besides spending time with her family, the gorgeous babe also had some endorsement commitments to honour.
Bips launched Mahua Bangla, a new channel in Kolkata and the campaign picture has her dressed in typical traditional Bengali attire. Says the Bong babe on Twitter, "In Kolkata to launch mahua bangla, a new channel! That's one of d campaign pix!"
Must say this is one actress who looks as gorgeous in traditional Indian wear as she does in her hot Western clothes.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Jul 2010 | 8:53 am Live Chat: Emraan Hashmi on July 21 at 1700 hrs IST
If there is one actor who has had quite an impressive track record in a short span of time, it is Emraan Hashmi. Known as the Bhatt campâs blue-eyed boy, Emraan has won himself a huge fan following courtesy his performances in films like Murder, Gangster, Zeher, Jannat and Awarapan to name a few.
Emraan will next be seen in the retro-drama Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai where he co-stars alongside Ajay Devgn, Kangna and Prachi Desai. Bollywood Hungama gives you all a chance to have a live video chat with the man of the moment- Emraan Hashmi on Wednesday, July 21, at 1700 hrs IST. Donât miss!Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 19 Jul 2010 | 7:47 am "Aisha is a coming of age story and a chick flick" - Sonam Kapoor
Sonam Kapoor is in her mid twenties. But when you meet her, you wonder, and that maybe the IMDb has got her age incorrect. Sonam looks like she is just about to turn eighteen in her new film Aisha. She is getting younger with each film, and that's so true when you see her from Saawariya to Delhi 6 to I Hate LUV Storys. This paradoxical mix of adult and youth goes someway to explaining why Kapoor is the talk of the town. Sonam has made a remarkable career out of such intriguingly offbeat decisions. In fact, it's easy to think of her as the 'Nutan' of films - beautiful and defined by her quirkiness. But the real similarity between the two is their talent. She is a wonderful combination of an intellect far beyond her years, and yet there are qualities of hers that are still a young girl, and those qualities charm the pants off you. She's a perfect combo, and her ability has shone in every role she's played. No mean feat when you think about her choices. Having shopped bags full from the designer store Top Shop, all the way from the streets of Edinburgh, the compulsive shopper Sonam gets busy chatting with UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent Devansh Patel. And whenever we look at Sonam Kapoor, we see a true Indian Cinderella on the threshold of a brilliant ongoing career, and Aisha is one of the many adjectives coming her way.
It's a coming of age story and a chick flick, as we all love to put it
How much money have you been spending on the streets of Edinburgh?
(Laughs). I've just come out of Top Shop and destroyed myself. I've gone on an insane shopping spree. I haven't got a chance to enjoy IHLS success. I am shooting here for Mausam with Shahid Kapoor and will miss the after party of IHLS.
So, can you take us into the sweet world of Aisha?
Of course yes. It's her world, her friends, her aesthetics, her energy, her love, her vibrancy, etc. Aisha is a happy girly person who is as strong as an individual. But she is soon going to transform herself from a girl to a woman. That's what Aisha is about. It's a coming of age story and a chick flick, as we all love to put it. What's important is the fact that Aisha has a certain growth to her character which makes her world more interesting.
And how was the in-his-own-space Abhay Deol? Did he make you feel like a weirdo just like him?
(Laughs) Abhay and I share very similar acting styles. The energy between us actually translates. I enjoyed it thoroughly. I told him that I need to work with him again. We had a blast and I am missing him now (laughs). We shared a give and take relationship. What not many know about us is that we both are emotional actors. I want to do lots of movies with Abhay Deol.
So now that IHLS worked in the overseas, will it give Aisha that extra nudge?
Well, I hope so. I'd love to interact with the media and my fans in London. Yes, Aisha will give that extra push because IHLS worked but any film, be it Aisha or any of my forthcoming releases will only work if the story is up to the mark. The same audiences who loved IHLS have hated many of the past films released in the overseas. But the initial nudge will be there.
Your smile is so infectious that it wouldn't be a bad idea to launch a 'foot long smile' Subway around the globe. (Laughs) Thank you so much. I think it's not a bad idea. I'd love to have one on my way to London. But do keep me posted on the 'sub' front (laughs).
I want to do lots of movies with Abhay Deol
So, were you more impressed with the book or the film Emma?
I think the book is a better version for me. I liked the film too but the book gives you more depth. Aisha isn't a rip off from any film. It's basically about a girl who is constantly match-making and the whole film is centred on Aisha and her bunch of friends. For Aisha, you need people around her to challenge her, to interact with her, to speak to her, to cry and laugh with her. That's what the film does. It's a great ensemble film.
And how was it to drive in the cute yellow 'Beetle'?
I love it. I am a crazy girl when it comes to driving. I love driving fast and Beetle is so girly and cute. It's a perfect girl's car. I am soon going to get one for myself.
Aisha is still a fantasy, isn't it?
This movie is for everyone. Girls will love it and the kids will love it too. It's got great music, it's got funny moments, and it's got superb music. To add more, you have parties, great clothes and is filled with colours. The youth will fall in love with the film. Aisha is also about a father, a daughter and marriage. It's a quirky love story and translates through ages.
The youth will fall in love with the film
So in terms of acting, have you pushed the envelope?
I think, I don't know. It was challenging for me to do Aisha. I was there in every frame from beginning to end. To do two hours of consistent performance is not easy. It's a light hearted comedy and that's what difficult for me. Crying and laughing and getting angry comes easy to me. But being a girl and being happy and having a great timing in comedy is a tough task.
Want to know more about a professional from a professional. Sonam Kapoor on Rhea Kapoor. Rhea is young and filled with lots of energy. She is very bright and extremely practical. She has a vision and is hard-headed too. Because she is young and creative, she can take chances and be courageous. Aisha is a bold step to take for our first film together as a family.
How different is your couture in Aisha compared to that of IHLS?
It's diverse. It's like chalk and cheese. IHLS had me dressed up in casuals throughout. I was simple and yet colourful because I was an ordinary girl. It's a tough act to follow and Manish pulled it off well. In Aisha, I'm a perfect girl who wants to be dressed up in high end designer outfits. I get what I want. It's edgy in a way.
And before we disconnect, how close is Aisha for Anil Kapoor?
Aisha is his third child. He is very emotional because it's his first production with both his daughters in it: One as an actor and one as a producer. My father trusted everything that Rhea did for this film and is backing us all the way to make sure Aisha reaches out to the audiences who've loved him for three decades. Aisha is a complete film for all of us. It's a part of this family.Source: BollywoodHungama.com Features | 19 Jul 2010 | 6:44 am Kareena goes back to Size Zero - Times of India
Source: Entertainment - Google News | 19 Jul 2010 | 6:22 am Ali Zafar wants to relocate to Mumbaiâ¦but can he?
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"Keep politics out of art and culture," says Pakistan pop singer Ali Zafar who arrived in Mumbai this month. He would like nothing better than to move to Mumbai and become a singing actor like Kishore Kumar. But would the current milieu of hostility allow him to make that move?
"Things have to get better between the two countries," Ali says optimistically. "The sooner the better. Because the present hostility is unbearable. We from the entertainment industry in Pakistan are hard hit by the suspicion between the two countries."
Ali Zafar is honest enough to admit there's more scope for him to function in India than in Pakistan. "I'll be honest. There are more avenues and prospects here. So if the God above and the politicians down below permit, I'd love to move to Mumbai. An artiste knows no bounds and boundaries. My first home is Lahore. But I'd like to make Mumbai my second home."
Ali has a wife and a 3-month baby boy back home. "When I left home I kept looking back at my home and loved ones. I wish they could come with me." Ali expects his wife to join him in Mumbai later during his current trip to the city, his first after 26/11.
In the last 6-7 years, he has been to Mumbai at least 20 times.
However, he was unable to return recently because of the current political scenario. "Things have changed. My last visit was before 27/11 and I remember how pleasant the mood was in Mumbai. I was free to move around and roam freely on the streets of Mumbai. I cannot deny there's tension between the two countries. Earlier aana jaana laga rehta tha. Initially, we artistes from Pakistan used to get multiple visas quite easily. Yes now it's different, and sadly so. However, I feel singers and other artistes should be exempt from politics."
Ali thinks it's easy for him to incorporate singing into his acting because he uses a lot of acting expression on stage. "I wanted to do something different from what my colleagues from Pakistan do in India. I always thought my first acting experience would be something different and special. I've no leading lady in my first film Tere Bin Laden. I was determined that when I act for the first time, I'd sing for myself and not sing for others on screen. When I met the director Abhishek Sharma for Tere Bin Laden in Mumbai, I knew this was the project that I wanted to start my big-screen acting career with. I laughed so much when I heard the script. I was sure audiences would love it too."Being married doesn't diminish Ali's popularity. "On the contrary female fans trust married men more than unmarried men.
Married men are considered stable."
About being inspired by Kishore Kumar, Ali Zafar shoots off, "He's my definite inspiration, just as Kishore Kumar Saab was inspired by K.L Saigal."
Ali is on the verge of signing new films in Mumbaiâ¦and moving in Mumbai. "I love the city. I want it to love me back as much as I do."Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 19 Jul 2010 | 4:35 am Vidya Balan shoots in crowded places of Kolkata for No One Killed Jessica
While Vidya Balan who considers herself half a Bengali had herself a ball in Kolkata last week shooting for Rajkumar Gupta's No One Killed Jessica, Rani Mukerjee who is a fully certified Bengali was not to be seen in her home-town.
Going by the way Vidya's shooting schedule went in Kolkata it was all for the best if Rani stayed away.
Apparently, the 2-day schedule had to be shot with secret cameras in prominent public places where the security was most inadequate.
Says the source, "We had to shoot in crowded locations like the Kolkata airport, Baliganj, Park Circus and New Market. The crowds in these places were impossible to control. We had rushed in place the cameras secretly. Vidya would then get into camera range and before the bystanders recognized the star in their midst, we were out. If Rani had also accompanied Vidya it would've been impossible to control."
Director Rajkumar Gupta is tight-lipped about the details in Kolkata. "All I can tell you is that shooting in Kolkata was even tougher than Delhi. But it was fun. By now, I am used to shooting on crowded main streets with my actors. It was the last two days of shooting. On the second day after we finished, (dress designer) Sabysachi Chakraborty who belongs to Kolkata, took the entire unit out for dinner. We had some terrific Bengali food. We celebrated till the wee hours." Rani, alas, was no part of the celebration.Source: BollywoodHungama.com News | 19 Jul 2010 | 4:10 am
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