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2012-01-28T10:08:00.000+05:30

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'I wish I would still get eidi...' - Zarine

2011-08-31T12:40:00.000+05:30

Eid ul Fitr are Arabic words. While Eid means "festivity," Fitr means "breaking the fast". Eid is the conclusion of the thirty days of dawn-to-sunset fasting during the entire month of Ramadan.
I miss the time when my naani (maternal grandmother) was alive and our entire family use to gather at her house for Eid lunch. We ate together after we shook hands and asked each other for forgiveness. After that we would go to our neighbors and relatives for asking forgiveness too. As a child I loved dressing up and enjoyed all the festivities. Even now Eid is the time I love shopping for Indian wear and dressing up. I read the Quran which gives me a very good feeling and gives me peace.

My mom makes the world's best biryani and sheer korma that we love feasting on. As a kid I used to get lots of eidi but now that I've grown up I have to give eidi. I wish that I would still get eidi because I love the feeling of receiving it. Apart from delicious non-vegetarian items one can also enjoy various kinds of mithai (sweets) especially kheer, malpua, phirni, jalebi and even paneer ka samosa during Eid.

Salman Khan bids goodbye to his fans

2011-08-31T12:28:00.000+05:30

Today Salman Khan left for the US for treatment and before leaving, he tweeted and even posted a picture of his departure. He tweeted goodbye to his fans,

'Challo c u guys. On my was to fix the short circut in my nerve , take care n hope u like body guard,'

he tweeted.

Salman will have to give the release of ‘Bodyguard’ tomorrow a miss, due to his nerve treatment.

Meanwhile, Preity Zinta tweeted Sallu good wishes: 'Safe travels Salman & take care. All the best with th Nerve situation. Lotza love always.'

Dia Mirza wished him a speedy recovery. 'safe travels and a speedy recovery. All will be fine :) lots of love and good wishes,' she wrote.

We wish Salman a speedy recovery!

Passionate lip-lock between Bollywood diva Sonam and Shahid Kapoor

2011-08-31T12:22:00.001+05:30

Contrary to what was fed to movie lovers that there was no place for kissing action in popular movie Mausam, events are pointing to the contrary. This was revealed by no less personality than the star actress in the movie Sonam Kapoor. She told Mumbai Mirror that there indeed was a kiss scene between her and Shahid Kapoor the other that featured in the celebrated movie.

The kiss would not have been possible if not for the intervention of Shahid’s father. It was out of respect which she had for the director of the movie director that Kapoor agreed to do the kiss bidding. Sonam had initially denied that there was no such scene in the movie.
It was not easy for Sonam to accept the kiss. There was dramatic scene at the setting of the film as a result of the real battle that was waged to get her accepts the kiss role in the scene. It took the intervention of Pankaj Kapur’s father for her to accept. When she was informed of the role Kapur she has strongly resisted it until the director decided to put a call to his father who now convinced her.
It appears that the whole drama was hinged on the soared relationship that she had in the past with the co star in the movie Shahid. Sonam in a chat with Mumbai mirror admitted that there was a kiss scene at the movie and she did actually kissed Shahid in the movie. All seemed to have been settled between the two stars. Her superb performance in the movie was confirmed by movie producer Sheeta Talwar.

Celina Jaitley is already married with Peter Haag

2011-08-31T12:17:00.000+05:30

Announces her marriage to her Dubai-based Austrian beau Peter Haag last month on her micro-blogging site.

Celina Jaitly has announced her marriage to Dubai-based Austrian beau Peter Haag on her micro-blogging site. The starlet stated: With great pleasure I would like to announce my wedding with Peter Haag on the 23rd of last month at a 1,000-year-old monastery in Austria. We seek your blessings and good wishes, and apologise for the delayed announcement due to a family tragedy.She also posted a snapshot and said: Here is a picture of the most cherished moment of our lives. The picture features myself and my beloved husband, flanked by my dearest father-in-law to my left, and my brother-in-law to Peter's right.

The actress got engaged to the hotelier last year. A while back, she had denied rumours the two were already married, claiming that they had only had an engagement ceremony.

She had also stated that she would wed in Egypt (for which she is the cultural ambassador) in September, but now all that is history.

Sonam & Shahid communicate through letters

2011-08-08T11:44:00.000+05:30

We have all kinds of directors who make their actors go through all kinds of training and workshops to get into the skin of the role.

But what Pankaj Kapoor got Shahid Kappor and Sonam Kapoor to do was really astounding and guess they continue to do so.

Pankaj Kapoor wanted Shahid and Sonam to stop using the phone, sms or any short format for communication.

He wanted them to write handwritten letters to communicate for two months before they started shooting with each other. Initially both hated it.

Today's generation is very keen and communicates with 140 characters on sms and for them to write a note was cumbersome.

Pankaj Kapoor says, "I belong to different school of acting. Everything that my actors do have to be contextual. I made Shahid and Sonam go through this extensive exercise so that they could start feeling like the characters they plan. It took some time as first we need to break inhibitions, then develop new habits and then fall in love."

Also both didn't know how to write! So he put a strict rule that unless and until they go through this exercise he will not start shooting.

Both wrote really bad notes for two weeks which left the director Pankaj Kapoor fuming and baffled.

Pankaj Kapoor felt that it was very important for them to be able to write their thoughts down. And also since Pankaj Kapoor belongs to theatre he applied all mythologies of theatre.

Interestingly, the two got so used to writing letters that they continue to do so even today. Now it's been two years that they have continued this exercise.

Priyanka Chopra to release her international music album

2011-08-08T11:18:00.002+05:30

She has wowed the Indian audience with her acting as well as crooning skills and now Priyanka Chopra is all set to venture onto the world stage releasing her debut music album.

Universal Music Group (UMG), the world's leading music company, and Desi Hits, have signed a worldwide recording agreement with actress Priyanka Chopra. As a part of this deal, Priyanka will release her debut music album in North America with Desi Hits through Interscope Records and in other International markets on Island Records UK.

A trained Western Classical singer, Priyanka is currently in the studio, writing and recording her debut pop album, which will be sung in English. Troy Carter, CEO of Atom Factory, who also manages Lady Gaga has signed with Priyanka to manage her music career across the globe.

"It has been a long cherished dream which is finally coming true", said Priyanka Chopra about her music debut. "I am truly excited to have an opportunity to present my musical dimension on a world platform. I am privileged to be a part of the Universal Music - Desi Hits family and to be working with some of the most illustrious names in the music industry. This is a fascinating new experience for me and I am thoroughly enjoying the journey", added Priyanka.

Priyanka is also the first major international signing for Desi Hits, which was founded by Anjula Acharia-Bath in partnership with UMG in 2010 as the pre-eminent home for highly creative artists with Indian/South Asian roots. Ms. Acharia-Bath, the Chief Executive of fusion multi-platform media company Desi Hits!, flew to India with UMG UK Chief Executive David Joseph to sign on Priyanka.

"Priyanka is an international superstar who has captivated millions around the world. Her foray into the American music industry meets the vision of our company, which strives to fuse the best of the eastern and western culture to create magic. It's truly a dream come true, and we are very excited to bring this multi-talented artist to the rest of the world," said Anjula Acharia-Bath, CEO of Desi Hits!

"Pop music has always had a love affair with Indian culture and with Priyanka's unique talent and experience, we have the opportunities to push the boundaries of popular culture," stated Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records. "I feel this is an amazing opportunity for all of us."

"Bollywood has had Priyanka to itself for too long," commented David Joseph, Chairman and Chief Executive of Universal Music UK. "She has exceptional talent and we look forward to launching her recording career around the world."

"We believe wholeheartedly in Priyanka's talent, drive, and creative vision," stated Anthony Saleh, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Atom Factory. "We are confident in Priyanka's ability to redefine pop music on her own terms"

Her music debut will add another dimension to this actor, humanitarian, green crusader and brand ambassador. Priyanka Chopra, one of the most recognized talents in Indian cinema, is a recipient of the prestigious Indian National Film Awards amongst many others. She is acknowledged as one of the most versatile actors with many path breaking performances. Priyanka is also actively involved in her role as the National Ambassador for UNICEF in India and the Green Ambassador of a nationwide environment awareness campaign in India.

Kareena becomes first ever top Bollywood actress to be the face of Lakme

2011-08-08T11:17:00.000+05:30

Here's something more for the stunning Kareena Kapoor to preen over. Kareena has been chosen as the new face of the international cosmetic range of Lakme. The first Bollywood actress to be given this honour.

So far her appointment has only been a matter of speculation. But now we have it from a source very close to Kareena that she is indeed the first Bollywood actress to be thus appointed.

Says the source, "The Indian faces of Lakme have so far been all models. Even Katrina Kaif was a Lakme girl only when she was model. This is the first time that a Bollywood actress has been given this honour in the history of the cosmetic's existence."

According to the source close to Kareena, the formal announcement of Kareena's appointment would be made this weekend.

Dhunki - Mere Brother Ki Dulhan

2011-07-31T21:33:00.001+05:30

Mere Brother Ki Dulhan
RELEASE DATE: 09 SEPTEMBER 2011
STARRING: IMRAN KHAN, KATRINA KAIF AND ALI ZAFAR
PRODUCER: ADITYA CHOPRA
DIRECTOR: ALI ABBAS ZAFAR
Banner - yrf

I Love You - Bodyguard

2011-07-31T21:23:00.003+05:30

Song : I Love You

Movie : Bodyguard

Singer : Ash King, Clinton Cerejo

Music Director : Pritam

Lyricist : Neelesh Misra

Artists : Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor

TOP 10 OF 24 July 2011 - 30 July 2011

2011-07-31T21:05:00.001+05:30

This is the list of Top 10 Hindi Music or Music Videos of this Week : 24 July 2011 - 30 July 2011

Rank	Song	Film/Album	Actors	Choreographer	Last-Week	Status
#1	Aa Zara	Murder 2	Emraan Hashmi, Jacqueline Fernandez	Raju Khan	#1	↔
#2	Sooraj Ki Baahon Mein	Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara	Hrithik, Katrina, Farhan, Abhay, Kalki	Bosco-Caesar	New Entry	-
#3	I Love You	Bodyguard	Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor	Vishnu Deva	New Entry	-
#4	Phir Mohabbat	Murder 2	Jacqueline Fernandez, Emraan Hashmi	-	#2	↓
#5	Mere Brother Ki Dulhan	Mere Brother Ki Dulhan	Imran Khan	Bosco-Caesar	New Entry	-
#6	Ik Junoon	Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara	Hrithik, Farhan, Abhay, Katrina, Kalki	-	#3	↓
#7	Achha Lagta Hai	Aarakshan	Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone	Jayesh Pradhan	#4	↓
#8	Maula Maula	Singham	Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal	Ganesh Acharya	#5	↓
#9	Senorita	Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara	Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol	Bosco-Caesar	#6	↓
#10	Mauka	Aarakshan	Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, Prateik Babbar	Jayesh Pradhan	New Entry	-

Ileana, Ranbir Kapoor on the sets of Barfee

2011-06-20T09:55:00.007+05:30

On one hand, while Ranbir Kapoor is being linked with many of the gorgeous women off screen, there is one gorgeous actress who is all set to take the nation by storm, courtesy, her Hindi film debut with Ranbir in the forthcoming film Barfee. The girl in question is none other than the southern sensation Ileana D'Cruz.

Ranbir and Ileana on the set of Barfee

Some of the pictures of the awesome twosome Ranbir Kapoor and Ileana D'Cruz on the sets of Barfee at Ghoom railway station in Darjeeling. Coincidentally, Ranbir's father Rishi Kapoor, had shot for his movie Mera Naam Joker in this very hill station four decades ago, where he played a schoolboy. Barfee is a two heroine project that stars Priyanka Chopra and Ileana D'Cruz, both of whom vying for Ranbir's attention. For the uninitiated, Ileana has been a part of many smash hits films down south like Pokiri and Kick. Barfee also marks the return of Ranbir-Priyanka pair after last year's Anjaana Anjaani.

Saif-Kareena relationship on the rocks!

2011-06-20T09:39:00.000+05:30

The long-lasted romantic idyll between Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor has now been riven by work pressure, time constraints, and a few financial issues as well, we hear.

The buzz doing the rounds in the industry is that the romance between Saif and Kareena is going dry and the couple has been fighting more often than not. Many reasons are being ascribed to this fizzle-out. For one, it's been speculated that Saif is peeved with Kareena for not sparing enough time for him.

Kareena has lately been busy with a number of projects and her date dairy for this year is chock-a-block. She's been busy with Ra.One with Shahrukh Khan, Bodyguard with Salman Khan and Reema Kagti's untitled film with Aamir Khan. Add to this the number of television commercials she has had to shoot and you can see why Kareena hasn't been able to take out time for her man.

On the other hand, Saif is already unhappy over the delays in his home production Agent Vinod. On top of it, he's been going through a financial crunch and has already axed down the film's budget.

Rumours also suggest that Saif is not happy about having to splurge money on the holidays of Kareena's family.

In fact, reports say that Kareena broke down while having a serious talk with Saif on the phone while she was on the sets of her film Bodyguard. Realizing that the relationship was on the rocks, Kareena dashed off to London not just for her Madame Tussauds wax statue (to be unveiled later this year) but also to appease Saif who's shooting for Agent Vinod in London.

We hope the couple are able to sort out their issues.

Prachi intends to do at least three films year

2011-05-25T09:55:00.000+05:30

Actress Prachi Desai, who has been nominated in the best actress category at the IIFA awards for 'Once Upon A Time In Mumbai', said that the film brought her a lot of offers in Bollywood and she intends to do at least three films a year.

"My debut film 'Rock On' was a stepping stone but 'Once Upon A Time In Mumbai' was a life-changing experience. The film was my first commercial, typical Bollywood film, while 'Rock On' was cult-ish.

"'Once Upon A Time In Mumbai' opened different doors for me... with different roles and films," Prachi told PTI.

The actress, who shot to fame with Ekta Kapoor's 'Kasamh Se', made her Bollywood debut with Farhan Akhtar's 'Rock On' in 2008. Then came 'Life Partner' (2009) alongside Tushar Kapoor.

Veena has no time for "Nikah"

2011-05-25T09:51:00.000+05:30

Pakistani star Veena Malik has no plans to marry. In a latest interview,she said that neither Ashmit nor I believe in the institution of marriage. The day marriage makes sense to us, we will take the plunge. And there is go news for Indian fans.

She is perfectly all right. Accordng to Mid-Day, Contrary to the reports from Pakistan, Veena Malik has not been injured in a road accident According to Pakistani media reports, Veena was recovering in a hospital.

"Not true, " said Malik, "Miraculously, I didn't get a single scratch. Although the vehicle is completely mangled we managed to escape unhurt. I think there is a guardian-angel watching over me."

The incident, however, has resulted in one good aftermath. Her boyfriend, Bollywood actor Ashmit Patel and she are together again. Ashmit has been on the phone constantly inquiring about Veena's well being, specially since the reports in the Pakistan press were fairly alarming.

Prodded about marriage, Veena chuckled, "Neither Ashmit nor I believe in the institution of marriage. The day marriage makes sense to us, we will take the plunge."

Veena returns to Mumbai in two weeks. "I've accepted three movie projects and will talk about them when I return to India."

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Item songs should be recognized: Katrina

2011-05-25T09:48:00.000+05:30

Katrina Kaif has come out with opinion saying that the item songs should get National award. The National Awards have become hot topic in the film industry since they were announced, and fraternity people put their opinion that which film should have won or not won, and which deserved it.

Talking to reporters at an event, Katrina reacted to the news of "Dabangg" winning, she affirmed that she didn't know about the news but offered her congratulations to the team, and added that "Rajneeti" too was a prime contender for the spot.

She said that the jury should start a new category for item songs, and that her sizzling " Sheila Ki jawani" should definitely win it.

Shahid follows Priyanka!

2011-05-25T09:41:00.001+05:30

Though they have parted their ways in the relationship, but Shahid Kapoor is keen to give another try to bring Priyanka back in his life. Shahid has started putting efforts.

A source close to couple told that Shahid is not ready to accept the veracity as he is passing through a tough time in the relation. Shahid has been messaging Priyanka which she has been ignoring continously.

He told that Shahid is following her as he came to know that Priyanka was going to be present at Shah Rukh's party for his team and mingle with the boys, he started calling her in uncontrolled manner. The source told that Shahid was anxious like a possessive lover as he wasn't attending the party due to an injury.

Will Sallu family find 'kudi' for him?

2011-05-25T09:37:00.000+05:30

Salman Khan is on the top of the world. He is still tops the list of the most eligible bachelors in the country. While he had an affair with Ash to Somy Ali and from Katrina to many others in the past,his relationship never reached to the stage of marriage.

Nevertheless, Salman’s family is looking for her possible spouse.Salim Khan, Sallu's abbu, has told media time and again that 'we are looking for his match.” Salim,who also loves astrogoy,once
said that if he could not find match before he reaches the age of 42, he would never marry.

In a interview, Sallu, who otherwise prefers to remain silent about his love life, candidly said, "I want someone who is very efficient with good qualities of a homemaker."

The hunk belongs to a well knit family that has been a cohesive unit thru thick and thin. And family values are something that hold great importance in the actor’s life.

Sallu said, “ In today's times when family values have become trivia and human bonding is breaking down, everyone must remember that a man is a success only if he has good family values. I would rate family values as something more important than success.”

The top star star does earn in crores but he has a very simple lifestyle as he knows how his father moved to Mumbai from Indore with just Rs 60 in his pocket!

Amitabh to romance Mallika!

2011-05-16T11:04:00.001+05:30

The actress is ecstatic that her dream of sharing screen space with Amitabh Bachchan will finally come true, in PNC's next romantic film.

Mallika will surely make hissstory this year. After signing several Hollywood projects, the actress will finally realise her long-pending dream of acting with Amitabh Bachchan. Malliak, who was once content just with the idea of sharing screen space with Big B, is obviously ecstatic at being offered a script that will pair her opposite him.

Mallika's statement on a chat show, a few years ago, on being a huge fan of Amitabh Bachchan's, was talk of the town for very long. And she has harboured interests of working with Big B for the longest time now.

Amar Singh- Bipasha Basu phone conversation released

2011-05-16T11:00:00.000+05:30

Mumbai: Finally, the media has released audio tapes of a conversation that took place between politician Amar Singh and actress Bipasha Basu in 2006.
A leading publication released the tapes after the Supreme Court lifted the gag order petition filed by Amar Singh alleging that his phone was tapped and the conversations should not be published, broadcast or telecast by the media.

The conversation between the politician and the actress is clearly explicit with Singh mentioning that ‘age matters between the legs’ in reply to Bipasha’s comment on his age.

Although it hasn’t been verified if the caller is actually actress Bipasha Basu or not, her name is mentioned in the conversation with Singh.

Excerpts of the conversation:

Bipasha Basu: Now tell me, when are you meeting me?
Amar Singh: Where do you want to see baby? I am very busy.
B: OK sweetie ...
A: Very nice of you to have remembered me.
B: Yeah, I always remember you.
A: Old person like me?
B: I`m sorry!
A: I said, old man like me..
B: Old man like you ...
A: Yes, yes ...
B: I do not think age really matters...
A: It matters between the legs.
B: (laughs loudly) Oh God ... You try to get some time. We have not met for a month now.
A: Yes, ok ok . We shall meet.

Actress Bipasha Basu reacted to the tape and tweeted, “Pls request u all to go n hear d conversation 1st n then if u still think its me, I openly challenge anyone to prove it is me!”

Heroine Aishwarya Rai: 'She's No.1' and 'REVEALED'

2011-05-16T10:56:00.000+05:30

Aishwarya Rai together with acclaimed filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar launched the first look of their upcoming bold and glamourous movie "Heroine", which delves into the behind the scenes life of an actress in the Indian film industry, at the 64th Cannes International Film Festival.

'Heroine' is a film that the team was very excited about and yes I have just agreed to come on board," said Aishwarya who will essay a superstar in it.

"Madhur has been speaking to me for many years to collaborate together on a film and I am glad we are finally working together on 'Heroine'. He is the director of multiple award winning films in India and hence, as an actor I'm certainly looking forward to this experience," added the 37-year-old.

Bhandarkar takes his legacy of bringing women-centric issues on celluloid forward with "Heroine". Earlier, his critically and commercially acclaimed cinematic offerings "Chandni Bar", "Page 3", "Satta", "Corporate" and "Fashion" too focused on various issues related to women.

Based on the life and times of a superstar Bollywood actress, "Heroine" promises to be an entertaining, daring, emotional, shocking, glamorous and scandalous behind the scenes account of showbiz. The film will take a peep into make up rooms and vanity vans to show the politics, the secrets and the lies, the highs of fame and the depths of failure of an actress.

The film is going on the floors next month and Bhandarkar considers it as his "magnum opus" and feels only Aishwarya could fit the role.

"Unveiling the first look here is certain to be an auspicious start to the movie which goes into production mid this year. 'Heroine' is an extremely glamorous yet bold story of the internal journey of a star, which is sure to appeal to audiences across the globe and therefore Aishwarya was a perfect choice for the film - no one could have essayed the role better," said Bhandarkar.

The first poster, unveiled at the ongoing international film extravaganza, looks like a cover of a glossy cine magazine. The focus is one Aishwarya's angelic eyes, and tags like "She's No.1" and "REVEALED: Blow by blow account of what happened that night" find place on the poster.

Since being on the cover page of a leading cinema magazine is given so much importance in Bollywood, the poster's idea only goes to show that Bhandarkar will remain true to the essence of his subject, like always.

The film is being produced by UTV Motion Pictures and its head honcho Ronnie Screwvala was also present at the launch. He had earlier worked with Bhandarkar on "Fashion", and with Aishwarya on "Jodhaa Akbar" and "Guzaarish".

"UTV and Madhur's combination in 'Fashion' combined the right blend of reality, something that Madhur excels in, with glamour, and it was mounted on a large canvas. With 'Heroine', we take it to the next level and when you see the movie finally you will know it was written only with someone as talented and expressive and stunning as Aishwarya in mind," he said.

Salman beats Big B, SRK, Aamir, Ranbir and Shahid

2011-05-10T08:56:00.002+05:30

Mumbai: Post the super success of ‘Dabangg’ at the Box Office last year, Salman Khan has become the undisputed reigning king of Bollywood. The actor is very much in demand and even the biggest of banners are gung-ho to have ‘Dabangg’ Khan on board for their latest productions.

Reportedly, a source has revealed that a big banner (name not disclosed) is willing to pay Sallu whatever price he quotes. The reputed production company in question had earlier negotiated fees of bigwigs like Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. Even Ranbir Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor have had to curtail their price for the banner. But Salman is walking through easily without having to even think about his remuneration!

Talking to a daily, the source said, "This banner is desperate to work with Salman. For their spy thriller, that will be shot in at least seven foreign locations, they have apparently signed him for 17.5 crore plus a share in the profits."

Well…Salman is finally back in full form. The flamboyant star who was previously more in news for all his link-ups and controversies is now making headlines with respect to his acting ability and crowd pulling persona.

And after beating the actor of the millennium, perfection Khan, King Khan, kid Kapoor and ‘Kaminey’ Kapoor, Salman can rightly be tagged invincible. At least in terms of his price tag!!!

Love ka beginning, but no end

2011-05-10T08:53:00.001+05:30

Call it a stroke of coincidence but as many as half a dozen films with 'love' in their title are releasing in quick succession in May and June. And to think of it, it is not even Valentine season. These films are Luv Ka The End, Love U... Mr. Kalakaar!, Pyaar Ka Punchnama, Kucch Luv Jaisaa, A Strange Love Story and Love Express.

"This could well be a record in the making", comments a trade source, "In my three decades of keeping track of films being made, I have never seen so many movies with a similar sounding title. Yes there have been love stories made and released one after another but never has the word 'love' being used so frequently."

Expectedly though, majority of these films are feel good affairs.

"Every character in the film is an exaggeration of someone I know", says Shenaz who has written Luv Ka The End (already released) and calls it as a semi-autobiographical affair.

Tusshar believes that Love U... Mr. Kalakaar (coming next week) is what a Rajshri film stands for. "It is sweet, simple and like a breeze; you would constantly have a smile on your face", he says.

For Subhash Ghai, Love Express (releasing on 10th June) is about 'Friends, family, songs, dance, masti, romance, fun and tears', hence resulting in a 'journey of love stories'. Though newcomers dominate the film's cast, Om Puri plays a loveable 'Sardarji' ensuring that this 'love express' chugs along.

A Strange Love Story (releasing on 3rd June) is a thriller that has been in controversies due to tussle between producers and Riya Sen, hence ensuring that there is no love lost between them after all.

For the 27th May release Kucch Luv Jaisaa, producer Vipul Shah comments, "The biggest USP here is the coming together of Rahul Bose and (my wife) Shifali Shah. It is this pairing of a housewife and a gangster in this feel good romcom that will keep the audience smiling."

There is no such promise being made by director Luv Ranjan though when he brings Pyaar Ka Punchnama on 20th May. "Well, you would see love breathe it's last with our film", he gives out that mischievous smile, "There are love stories but with a twist. This is the reason why we have laid down a set of rules in our love story; hence the title Pyaar Ka Punchnama and the song 'Ishq Na Kariyo Kakke'."

With Himesh Reshammiya unleashing A Love Issshtory soon, Zayed and Dia arriving with their labour of love Love Breakups Zindagi and Ramu threatening to change the demographics of love with Not A Love Story, seems like 'love stories' are there to stay in Bollywood.

How Bollywood celebrated Mother's Daywh

2011-05-10T08:49:00.000+05:30

As the world celebrated Mother's Day on Sunday, Bollywood celebrities too chimed in with sweet tweets for mothers.

Arbaaz Khan, remembered his mother Salma Khan and tweeted a picture of his parents. 'Happy mothers day ! Love you mama very much ♥' he updated.

Akshay Kumar tweeted: 'To the adorable Mothers all over the World Happy mothers day. No man, no son, no daughter could live without the love & care only a mother could give. God bless every single one of you :)'

Neha Dhupia posted a picture of her with her mom. 'Mama I love you... Today, tomorrow... Forever n always! Happy mothers day to all u beautiful moms out there!' she wrote.

Hansika Motwani also showed gratitude by posting her mother's picture. 'Happy mothers day ♥ I m a very lucky child . I m who I'm becz of her . ♥' she wrote.

Mallika Sherawat, whose last name comes from her mother's name wished all moms. 'Happy Mothers Day to all mums around the world, to my own saintly one:) to Divine Mother & blessed Mother India!' she wrote.

Meanwhile, Bipasha Basu tweeted her wishes and posted a picture from Russia. 'My Mother!Superwoman!Paying respect 2 d most selfless person in r lives,Mothers! Evryday not just 2day! she wrote.

Shahid completes eight years in Bollywood, thanks fans

2011-05-10T08:45:00.000+05:30

New Delhi: Shahid Kapoor, who completed eight years in tinsel town Monday, thanked his fans for their love and support. He describes his journey as "a hell of a ride".

"Today, I complete 8 yrs as an actor .... Thank u all for all the love ... I`m here only cause of u ... So thank u again! It`s been a hell of a ride ... But I gotta feeling I`m just getting warmed up! (sic)," Shahid posted on his Twitter page.

The actor made his debut with "Ishq Vishq" in 2003, and later featured in films like "Fida", "36 China Town", "Chup Chup Ke", "Vivah", "Jab We Met", "Kaminey", "Dil Bole Hadippa", "Paathshaala" and "Badmaash Company".

Initially, he started with romantic roles, but gradually Shahid has branched out into more mature roles, and is also experimenting with his looks. For his upcoming film "Mausam", he has sported a moustache.

"Time flies people...Make each day count!! N don`t follow ... Discover yourself .. The day u do that your only competition.... will b u!" he added.

DHOOM 3 ACTION!

2011-05-10T08:43:00.000+05:30

It is still in the pre-prod stages, but one of the films that already has a huge amount of buzz surrounding it is Dhoom:3. Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra are stepping into Jai and Ali's shoes once again for the third installment of the blockbuster Dhoom franchise and this time the boys will face a new threat in the form of Aamir Khan. Not much at all is known about the story, but from what we have heard, Dhoom:3 is certainly going to live up to the legacy of style, stunts, cool story, bad guys and good that the franchise is known for!

Apparently, the action for the film is once again going to be out of this world and Uday is perhaps a wee bit apprehensive, but totally excited about what they are planning. He tweeted, "Just sat in on some of the action discussion for D3..its gonna be SICK!! Cant wait to get into it, might break a few bones but that's da fun."

We can't wait to see how they are going to top the action we have seen in the previous two films that included motorcycles, jet skis, moving trains, and so much more! Set to begin filming later this year, with Vijay Krishna Acharya in the director's seat, we won't get to see the final cut until 2012. You can be sure we will keep up on all the developing stories and keep you in the Dhoom:3 loop!

HAUNTED 3D decimates LUV KA THE END!

2011-05-07T18:07:00.001+05:30

This week saw two new releases, Yash Raj Films' (Y-Films) LUV KA THE END and Vikram Bhatt's Mahakshay starrer, HAUNTED 3D. Though it was obvious that HAUNTED 3D would dominate LUV KA THE END, but the extent of dominance turned out to be totally one sided.

HAUNTED 3D and LUV KA THE END

While the collections of HAUNTED 3D were average in the 2D version (20-45 percent), it was a totally different story as far as the 3D version is concerned as the occupancy varied from 60-70 to even 100 percent at some screens. More than that HAUNTED 3D brings great news for the leading man Mahakshay (Mimoh), who may not have delivered an Oscar worthy performance but the view is unanimous that it is a much improved and confident Mahakshay in HAUNTED 3D as opposed to the Mimoh of JIMMY!

CHECK OUT: HAUNTED 3D Movie Review

Coming to LUV KA THE END, the film has ordinary collections (5-20 percent) and even the audience feedback has been quite negative.

Having said the above one has to mention here that the Hollywood venture FAST & FURIOUS 5 (RAFTAAR KA JUNOON 5 in Hindi) too has embarked on a good start and will give a tough fight to all the Hindi movies including HAUNTED 3D.

Real 'Ragini' to take legal action...

2011-05-07T18:04:00.000+05:30

Delhi-based Deepika, whose real life story inspired Ekta Kapoor's upcoming film Ragini MMS, on Friday said that if the film is not shown to her prior to its release, she will take legal action against the producer.

"I want to see the film. I have spoken to Ekta about it. She doesn't want to show it to me, I don't know why?" the 22-year-old told reporters here.

"I'm coming from Balaji office right now and the only answer I get is that the movie is not ready. How is it possible? The movie is releasing in one week. If I'm not shown the film before release, I will take legal action," she added.

Deepika, who was shown the script of the film before it was filmed, said she wants to see whether she has been portrayed in the right light or not.

"When the film was being made, I was shown the script and I did read it. I have no problem with the script. But there is a lot of difference between reading the script and interpreting that on the screen. I want to see how they have portrayed my character. Because if there is something bad, then my image will be ruined," said the Delhi girl.

Ragini MMS, which is produced by Ekta and directed by Pawan Kripalani, is slated to hit screens on 13th May and is about a couple who go for an adventurous weekend and get filmed by 24 cameras amid some paranormal activity.

Ekta has maintained that only 30 percent of the film is based from Deepika's incident and the rest is pure imagination.

According to Deepika, she was offered money as compensation for her story but she refused.

"Ekta asked me if I want to be paid. But I said no. She didn't mention an amount but she said she can pay me for this. But I told her that I don't want anything because it's a story on my life," she said.

In the real life incident, Deepika said, her boyfriend secretly filmed both of them involved in intimate physical contact.

Ranveer and Anushka get lovey-dovey at Ranbir’s pad!

2011-05-07T18:01:00.000+05:30

Mumbai: ‘Band Baaja Baaraat’ jodi Ranveer and Anushka might have gone public, saying they are just friends and share a platonic relationship, but the duo was recently caught in action at Ranbir Kapoor’s bash on Tuesday night.

Apparently, Ranveer and Anushka have categorically denied their relationship. In the past, Anushka had said, “We are great friends. We hang out, have coffee together, go out for dinners. We have common friends. We have some karmic connection but it’s totally platonic.”

Anushka went ahead and even swore on her film, saying, “I have sworn on my movie ‘Band Baaja Baaraat’ that Ranveer and I are not dating. There is no bigger proof I can give. He keeps to himself most of the time. He is not a person who will ask his girlfriend about her day and if she is okay or not. He is overdramatic and psychotic. Hats off to the girl who’s ever going to date him.”

On the other hand, Ranveer chipped in, saying, “Our relationship is such that we are unabashedly taking each other’s case, tearing each other’s hair out if we happen to spend even fifteen minutes at a stretch in one room. Anushka is too demanding. God help the person who dates her.”

However, once at Ranbir’s pad, the duo was in their elements. Talking to a daily, an eyewitness said, “They definitely made their relationship official, albeit by action.”

“At times, they even went into corners, oblivious to the people around them. And when everybody had a few drinks and started shaking a leg, Ranveer grabbed this opportunity as well as Anushka and pulled her for a close dance. Out of all the couples on the dance floor, Ranveer and Anushka were the cosiest. Almost everybody noticed their proximity,” the source said.

Salman is not keen on recieving any awards…

2011-05-07T17:54:00.000+05:30

Salman Khan has had a filmy career of 23 long years. And, 2010, brought him his first best actor award for Dabangg. But, more than recieving his first best actor award, Sallu is happy with the audience reaction for his film.

“I don’t want any awards. I have told all the producers to not put best actor nomination. I don’t want to be a nominee. I get my recognition and appreciation when the theatres are full…when people whistle and clap,” Salman said.

“From the masses it’s their love that matters to me. When the film goes from single theatres to multiplex theatres it is an award for me. I would rather believe in these rewards than such awards,” Salman added.

“There was a time when everyone else’s films were working and my films were getting bombed…left, right and centre. I had to do films as I liked the script…but then I couldn’t put my foot down on edit or re-shoot some scenes. But today I have realised as audience spend money for films…so it’s my responsibility to ensure they are entertained,” the actor said.

“Even if I don’t get my salary or remuneration from now onwards it doesn’t matter to me I am going to be fine with it. Anyways, everything I earn goes to the charitable trust ‘Being Human’ so that is something I am not worried at all. What I am worried about is when my film releases audiences should be happy and satisfied,” the 45-year-old actor said.

Speaking about his upcoming and one of the most awaited flick Ready, Salman clarified why two songs -’Character Dheela’ along with Zarine Khan and ‘Dhinka Chika’ were shot again.

“Two songs have been re-shot because I wasn’t happy with what was shot in Bangkok. I heard the audio…saw visuals and thought they didn’t match up. There’s no strategy. I just wanted the song to be better. That is why we shot the songs again and we got that,” Salman said.

The actor concluded saying, “I am all looking forward for ‘Ready’. I just hope we stand up to the expectations,”.

‘Ready’ is slated to release on June 3.

Sallu not a bhai to the pretty girls

2011-04-05T21:58:00.000+05:30

Salman doesn't want the young beauties to address him as Salman bhai.

We have heard many a people from the tinsel town referring to Salman Khan as Salman bhai. But the fact is the rules are different for the pretty young ladies in town.Salman doesn't want the young beauties to address him as Salman bhai. He made it very clear that he doesn't like the girls calling him bhai. When Bigg Boss winner Shweta Tiwari had addressed him as bhai in one of the episodes of the show, Sallu clarified: "I am okay with Dolly Bindra referring to me as bhai, but I don't want Shweta to call me Salman bhai." And, it looks like his Dabangg co-star Sonakshi Sinha took Sallu very seriously. Sonakshi has won several trophies for the best newcomer at various award functions recently. For most of these functions, she prepared a speech in which she thanked everyone from the Dabangg team.In most cases, however, her speech went: "I thank Arbaaz bhai and Mr. Salman Khan..." Well, Sonakshi may respect Sallu a lot, but she clearly avoided calling him bhai.

Sonakshi's photo hurts her fans

2011-04-05T21:54:00.000+05:30

Sonakshi Sinha, who is a big cricket fan posted a morphed picture of Pakistani skipper getting hit on his back by an Indian player.

Sonakshi Sinha is a big cricket fan and had been cheering for India in every match. Two days ago, the actress posted a morphed picture of Pakistani skipper getting hit on his back by an Indian player.Little did she realise that it would evoke objections from across the border as adverse comments started pouring in within no time. Most of them said it was unethical on her part to post such a picture.However,Sonakshi played it safe for the finals and posted a message which was cheering both the Indian and Sri Lankan team.

Salman’s friends continue to address Katrina as “Bhabi’

2011-03-26T20:35:00.000+05:30

Mumbai: Salman Khan’s friends continue to address Katrina as ‘Katrina Bhabhi’ despite the two splitting ways, reports say.

The two have moved on in life and have decided to remain friends forever.
With respect to Katrina’s behavior, a common friend stated “She doesn`t invite proximity. But once you are a part of her close circle, she effortlessly draws you close to the goodness of her heart.”
The friend said further, “It is impossible to be angry or sarcastic with Katrina. Forget about being violent. No man would dare to misbehave with her.”
With Katrina’s debut film “Boom” which tanked at the box-office, it was Salman Khan who approached filmmakers to sign Katrina as most directors were reluctant in signing a non-Hindi speaking girl for their film.
A friend added “She knows she has moved to another level in their relationship where they are no more boyfriend-girlfriend. Salman has attained a level of empathy with Katrina that he has never reached in any previous relationship.”

Bipasha Basu and Deepika Padukone in Fistfight?

2011-03-24T23:17:00.000+05:30

Shocking! Bipasha Basu claims that she got into a fistfight with Dum Maaro Dum item girl Deepika Padukone on the set of the movie! A media stunt to get the buzz going about the film or true story?Neither, actually; Bips was simply trying to make a point that the press is always looking for drama when two B-town heroines have to share screen time. But the Bengali bombshell insists there is nothing to the latest rumors!
"Yeah, we had fistfights too. I was thinking of taking a picture of Deepika and me embroiled in a fist fight and putting it up on Twitter for the media," the actress told Hindustan Times. But in reality, Bips supports her fellow actress and is happy that her item number is a hit. "The song is already a chartbuster. And I'm sure it'll work for us," she said. Are you looking forward to seeing both Bips and Dips in Dum Maaro Dum?

Report by - Sujahid

Shahrukh Khan's Movie Meeting with Hugh Jackman at FICCI FRAMES 2011

2011-03-24T21:58:00.004+05:30

Talk about a meeting of the movie minds! Bollywood megastar Shahrukh Khan and Hollywood heavy-hitter Hugh Jackman are set to take the stage and discuss the future of cinema at the FICCI FRAMES 2011 film and media conference in Mumbai on March 25!

And as if that wasn't cool enough, none other than B-town diva Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will introduce Hugh Jackman at the conference. Jackman was apparently invited by another Bollywood big shot, director. Karan Johar, with whom the tinseltown star will also discuss Hollywood and Bollywood business. Sounds like serious stuff! We can't wait to hear all about it...

Report: Sujahid

Katrina Kaif and Shahrukh Khan in a love story

2011-03-24T21:32:00.004+05:30

The fans of Katrina Kaif and Shahrukh Khan have a reason to rejoice. Those itching to see the two together on the big screen will find their wish fulfilled, thanks to the veteran director Yash Chopra.

The new buzz in tinsel town is that Mr. Chopra, the master of romantic films, is ready to roll up his sleeves and direct again after a long gap since his last film Veer Zaara, which as we all know was with Shahrukh Khan.

That Yash Chopra’s next film, too, will have Shahrukh was reported sometime back. But now the juicy gossip we’ve stumbled upon is that Katrina Kaif is top billed to land the role opposite Shahrukh in the film. This would be the first time that Katrina, the ex girlfriend of Salman Khan, will be seen romancing Sallu’s rival on the big screen.

Incidentally, Katrina has never let the spat between Sallu and SRK effect her equation with the latter. She has always been on talking terms with SRK and was even spotted bonding with King Khan at the birthday party of Hrithik Roshan earlier this year.

Now, the maiden pairing of SRK and Kat and that too in a romantic film by Yash Chopra! Does it get bigger than this?

When John and Genelia 'almost' got married

2011-03-18T13:20:00.000+05:30

This was one pairing which was waiting to happen. After being ‘cast’ together in the LG ad, the John-Genelia pair was just the toast and the talk of the town, which is now being toasted in Vipul Shah’s Force.

And when people talk of dedication and getting into the role, this duo will not just take the cake, but the entire bakery as a whole! What happened was that John and Genelia were shooting for a wedding scene which required them to do the traditional ‘saat pheras’. Reports have it that they were actually ‘stopped’ from finishing the saat pheras at the last minute. The reason? Well, news has it that ceremony conducted was so authentic that, by the time John-Genie completed the last round, they would have actually been pati-patni! The shoot happened in Malshej Ghat. Now for the twist! What actually happened was that whenever the film’s director Nishikant Kamath would say cut, the pandit just would not stop! That’s when someone from the unit realized and the ‘couple’ had to be stopped before the final round.”

Talking about the incident, Vipul Shah said that pandit in the scene was a localite who could not understand the dynamics of the shoot and insisted on completing the pheras. Despite the many attempts to make him understand about the ‘shot’, he just wouldn’t budge!

All in all, the shoot went on well! May we say, may the ‘Force’ be with John and Genelia.

Shahid wants Priyanka back

2011-03-18T13:14:00.000+05:30

Bollywood’s ‘Kaminey’chocolate boy Shahid Kapoor has been in news recently for his alleged break up with girlfriend Priyanka Chopra. When Piggy Chops was found missing in Sasha’s latest birthday party, grapevine was ripe with the news of the duo’s split up. But things seem to be changing colors really fast in B town. As soon as Priyanka landed back in Mumbai on Friday after a shooting schedule for Don 2 in Malaysia, Shahid has been sending her constant SMSes that read phrases like ‘Miss You’, ‘Sorry’ and ‘Let’s work this out’. So……is Shahid wanting Piggy Chops back?

Priyanka being the true Cancerian girl had been giving her best shot for being Shahid’s special someone is what her close friends have to say. But a recent tiff between the two called for a split up. Priyanka then flew off to the US with friends during Shahid’s birthday though she left a small token of love for him……a white helmet to accompany him on his new Harley Davidson. Infact sources have reported that Sasha has been sending Priyanka’s favourite flowers to woo her back. But Priyanka has been indifferent to all this.

We hope that the lovely couple is back soon and we have enough secret meetings of Shahid and Priyanka to capture for news!

Priyanka Chopra wants to marry six times in real life

2011-03-06T09:21:00.001+05:30

Bollywood Actress Priyanka Chopra seems to have taken her role in her latest blockbuster movie “7 Khoon Maaf” a little too seriously! The versatile actress, who gets married seven times in this latest thriller, says she would love to marry at least six times in real life – BUT to the same man.

“I have been planning my wedding since as far back as I can remember! My ideal scenario is getting married six times (to the same man of course),” Priyanka revealed in the upcoming, second anniversary issue of fashion magazine Harper’s Bazaar.

The 28-year-old, one of the most eligible singles in tinsel town, already has elaborate plans set in her mind about the six spots and types of ceremonies she would like to have.

“My dadaji’s (grandfather’s) house in Ambala – my ‘big, fat Indian wedding’; underwater at the Great Barrier Reef in Australia; a church in Las Vegas – wearing a short black dress and with the priest dressed as Elvis; the intimate ceremony – at a small, beautiful church in Locarno, Switzerland. It’s on top of a hill that overlooks parts of Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. She also wants to go in for a nikah.

“Only very close family and friends will be present; a nikah – I think it’s a beautiful, romantic ceremony – the curtains, the stolen glances, the words, and finally the acceptance… ‘Kabool hai’; and lastly, the groom’s choice! If my future groom survives all that, then we’ll survive anything!” she added.
The plans are all quite set of course, but Priyanka says marriage does not figure on her priority list as of now.

Arbaaz Khan to direct Dabangg sequel

2011-03-03T19:20:00.003+05:30

Well, we are sure that you all will be waiting with bated breath to know the status of the sequel of the smash hit film Dabangg. So are we. Well, the news is finally out that it's not Abhinav Kashyap, but Arbaaz Khan himself who will be directing the much awaited sequel, thus marking his directorial debut!

News has it that, there were some differences between the Khan brothers and Abhinav Kashyap. What happened was that, Arbaaz received a SMS from Abhinav stating that he won't be directing the sequel. Meanwhile, Arbaaz did not deny the 'differences' aspect between Abhinav and him over a couple of weeks. Arbaaz also said that it was strange that Abhinav, rather than coming personally, sent him just a SMS telling him about him not directing the sequel.

Abhinav's exit has now paved an entry to Arbaaz Khan, who will now be donning the director's cap. On a lighter note, one is reminded of Salman Khan's famous statement in the film 'Ab tak nahlaaya tha... ab dhoonugaa". In the same breath, Arbaaz Khan can now say, 'Ab tak film produce lkiya tha... ab direct karoonga'! What say, Arbaaz Dabangg Khan.

Housefull 2 to be shot in virgin locales like Chile and Argentina

2011-03-03T19:15:00.000+05:30

Housefull 2 will be shot in Chile and Argentina where no Hindi film has been shot before.

"Besides these virgin locales, we're also shooting Housefull 2 in the UK, Phuket and Hong Kong," informs Sajid.

It's not just virgin locations that turn on Sajid Khan. It's also virgin pairs.

"That's why I've replaced all the girls. I've paired Asin for the first time with Akshay, John Abraham for the first time with Jacqueline Fernandez. We're looking for a leading lady for Riteish Deshmukh," informs Sajid Khan. Now that Riteish's good friend and co-star Jacqueline has moved on to John on screen, one wonders whom Riteish will get paired with in Housefull 2!

Sajid is also excited about bringing the two brothers Randhir and Rishi Kapoor together. "I'm their huge fan. I had so much fun working with Dabooji in Housefull. And Chintuji is arguably the most natural entertainer we've ever had in our films. And guess what? I'm naming them 'Daboo' and 'Chintu' in the film as well."

Sajid Khan is in principal against sequels. "I dropped plans of doing a sequel to my Heyy Babyy. But Housefull is a franchise. My producer Sajid Nadiadwala and I want to carry it forward. We've retained the name and the basic premise of a house crammed full with character chaos and comedy. Everything else is completely different from the first Housefull."

Salman Khan's new interest - Claudia Ciesla

2011-03-03T19:09:00.000+05:30

The latest gossip from the tinsel town is, Salman Khan’s has a new ‘interest’. And the girl in question is none other than German super model Claudia Ciesla. It seems Salman met the dashing beauty in Mumbai while she was here to dub for her second Hindi movie titled Karma.

Deepika pairs up with Salman

2011-03-03T19:01:00.000+05:30

Bollywood stars have always been famous for their interests, superstitions, link-up, break-ups, dramas and many more things. We present to you the countdown of the 10 such `Tenatalizers` which means the top ten `dhamaka` news of Bollywood and the new-makers who create these dhamaka`s!

Priyanka gets a proposal on V-day!

2011-02-12T06:56:00.001+05:30

Valentine`s Day is around the corner and we caught a spunky Omi Vaidya in high spirits, willing to give away some tips & tricks to propose to the lovely leading ladies of the tinself town! Catch the videos as Omi tells you how you should propose to Ash, Priyanka, Katrina, Deepika, etc! Click away!

Source: ZoOm

Govinda’s daughter Narmmadaa Ahuja ready to act

2011-02-12T06:41:00.002+05:30

It seems Bollywood has become all about Generation Next. Last year Shatrughan’s buxom daughter Sonakshi made a splash in Dabangg. This year may well be the turn of Govinda’s little girl Narmmadaa Ahuja, who is all set to star in as many as three films – a love story, a romantic comedy and a pure comedy. But the star kid is tightlipped about her debut project. All she will say is a cool and correct “I’m happy to work with a well known production house in this romantic comedy”. And what about her leading man in the film? “My co-star is not a newcomer. I can’t reveal any other detail,” says a reticent Ahuja, who has studied action at the Kishore Namit Kapoor Institute in Mukmbai and the London Film Institute. That’s all very well. But does Bollywood Actor Govinda’s gudiya have daddy’s comic gene intact? We can’t wait to find out.

Ranveer Singh is truly, madly and deeply in love with Kareena Kapoor…

2011-02-12T06:27:00.000+05:30

Newbie Ranveer Singh couldn’t stop blushing while talking about Kareena Kapoor. The actor recently was with Karan on his chat show Koffee With Karan. He was accompanied by his ladylove Anushka Sharma.

When asked by KJo as to who his favorite actress/fantasy was, the BBB sensation is believed to have jumped off his couch, going down on his knees to confess his love for Kareena.

“I love Kareena. She is the one whom I have idolised from my adolescent days. She is the one who is responsible for making me from boy to man,” Ranveer is reported to have admitted.

The host and co-guest Anushka watched amusedly as the actor did his melodramatic bit.

It is heard that even at Imran Khan’s wedding reception party, Ranveer couldn’t stop gawking at Kareena who looked like a million dollar in a black sari.

Ash to sue Elle magazine

2011-01-01T16:18:00.004+05:30

Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is fuming over Elle magazine cover ''skin-whitening'' scandal, reveal her pals.

Fans of the actress were left stunned last week after her skin appeared to have been digitally lightened on the cover of the magazine's new issue.

According to friends, the 37-year-old Bollywood star, who is widely believed to be the world's most beautiful woman, is said to be considering suing the Indian version of the title over what has been deemed ''racist airbrushing''.

The actress herself has not commented on the situation, but friends of the 'Bride and Prejudice' star have said she is ''furious''.

"Aishwarya's first reaction was disbelief," the Daily Mail quoted one of herpal as saying.

"She believed that these things don't happen anymore. Not in this day and age when women are recognised for their merit, and not for the colour of their skin.

"She is currently verifying this skin-whitening allegation. If there is any proof of this, she might even take action," the pal said.

"She is clearly the global face of the contemporary Indian woman. The last thing she'd want is to have a global image coloured by a racial suggestion," another pal added.

Neither Elle magazine or Mrs Bachan were available for comment today.

The actress, a former Miss World who is married to fellow actor Abhishek Bachchan, is thought to be too preoccupied by her father, who is ill, to look into the matter further.

Emraan Hashmi to star in Murder 2; Mohit Suri to direct

2010-10-25T21:12:00.000+05:30

Murder created waves when it was released in 2004. The film starring Emraan Hashmi and Mallika Sherawat grabbed the spotlight for weeks together!

The news about the plans for making a sequel to Murder has been doing rounds for sometime now. However, the Bhatts refused to make any official statement on the same. As they say, the cat is finally out of the bag now. Though Murder was directed by Anurag Basu, the sequel of the film will now be directed by Mohit Suri.

Confirming this news, Mohit told Bollywood Hungama, "Yes. Murder 2 is definitely happening, and Emraan will definitely be a part of this sequel as well. However, as for the female lead, I think it's still too early to talk about it. Though I must add that, the female protagonist is going to be one of the most important parts in the film." As for the story and script of the film, Mohit says, "Right now, I am adding the finishing touches to the script. I guess in about a week or two, it will be finished. After which, we will actually be rounding the script to see if any modifications are needed."

Coming to the shoot schedule, the director states, "Let's say it will take about three weeks for the script to get locked, after which the cast will be finalized. Only then, will we actually make a formal announcement and start the shoot as well."

Further when told about rumours about Imran Zahid being cast in the film, Mohit clarifies, "Well, Imran Zahid is not in the film. Bhatt Saab is independently helping him, but it's not with Murder 2."

Twinkle's 'Blast Before The Fast' for Akshay

2010-10-25T21:11:00.000+05:30

Akshay Kumar who was in Toronto shooting for a music video flew back on Sunday in time for a very special get-together being organized by his two most favourite women on earth.

Wife Twinkle and sister Alka got together to organize a grand pre-Karva Chauth get-together on Monday. Karva Chauth a day-long holy fast observed by wives for the well-being of their husbands, falls on Tuesday.

Says a source close to Akshay, "Twinkle and her sister-in-law Alka who get along like a house on fire, hit on this ingenious plan of an all star-wives meet a day before Karva Chauth. Their logic was, why shouldn't wives have the time of their lives on the day before they undergo food-less penance for their husbands? They named their event 'The Blast Before The Fast.'

And all Bollywood wives from Gauri Khan and Mrs Sajid Nadiadwala to Akshay's mother and mother-in-law Dimple Kapadia are invited. Men, excluding Akshay Kumar are strictly barred.

Akshay has been getting pleading calls from his buddies asking if they could "drop in" at the party.

"But Alka and Twinkle have strictly forbidden male participation. They say it's an evening devoted to the girls. The guys can take care of themselves," says a source.

Akshay, who flew back to Mumbai on Sunday, immediately got busy with his wife and sister issuing all the invitations and arranging for the best food games and entertainment.

The Blast Before The Fast party is to be held at Akshay's sister Alka's spa Aroma Garden in Juhu.

Love is in the air for Ashmit Patel and Sara Khan

2010-10-25T21:07:00.000+05:30

I guess in Bigg Boss house, Ashmit Patel and Sara Khan are totally in love in.

The latest we get to hear is Ashmit kissed Sara, that too in front of everyone during a wrestling game on the show. He was excited and thus picked Sara – who was playing a cheer girl – to plant a kiss on her neck.

Earlier, Sara had torn her beau Ali Merchant’s picture on the show. Both Ashmit and Sara are like inseparables, always walking hand-in-hand. However, Sara’s boyfriend Ali Merchant believes that romance between Ashmit-Sara is ‘stage-managed’.

Ashmit’s publicist Dale Bhagwagar is quoted as saying, “Ashmit is just being himself on the show. Nothing about him is fake or stage-managed. Even if his emotions were to be manipulated by someone on the show, he wouldn’t know it.”

Ashmit is also the favourite among the girls in the show because of his good nature and the decency he projects.

Here are some pics of Sara & Ashmit enjoying each other’s company in the Bigg Boss house.

Source: Bollywood Celebden

What’s stopping Soha and Kunal from tying the knot???

2010-10-25T21:05:00.000+05:30

Though her relationship with Kunal Khemu is in the open and has become official now, Soha says that she will take her own time to settle down with Khemu.

Soha wants her brother Saif Ali Khan and sister (Saba Ali Khan) to tie the knot first and she will consider getting hitched only after that.

“I have my elders at home, my brother and sister. So, first it is their turn and then I follow.” Soha said..

The actress is the youngest of the siblings.

According to latest reports, Soha is currently enjoying focusing on her career. She said, “I am doing all kind of cinema, for me it is not commercial or non-commercial. The script has to be good.”

The two love birds, Soha and Kunal are going very strong and are yet to get established in the industry.

Sonam refuses to kiss Shahid

2010-10-03T11:58:00.001+05:30

Sonam Kapoor won't kiss her Mausam co-star Shahid Kapoor and was shocked when she was asked to do so at the last minute, during the Scotland schedule. It took her completely unawares as there had been no talk of any kissing scene when she signed on. She was never told that there would be a liplock with Shaks. No mention of it was made even during the detailed script narrations.

Deepika: `I actually caught him red-handed`

2010-10-03T11:57:00.000+05:30

Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone has thrown a bombshell in a candid interview in which she reveals how her ex Ranbir Kapoor was caught red-handed cheating on her. It seems, while talking about infidelity she’s faced in her relationships, Deepika said she’s caught her boyfriend cheating on her red-handed. Deepika didn’t take any names, but the tenor of her statements revealed a lot.

Source: ZoomTV

Rakhi: Kat used Salman

2010-10-03T11:54:00.000+05:30

Kya aap mere swayamwar mein aayengey?" asks Rakhi Sawant, when you ask if another swayamwar is on the cards for her, "Main shaadi karna chahti hoon, magar koi mile toh! Unfortunately, I haven't found the right man. I'm still thinking about another swayamwar!" she jests.

But, more than her own broken engagement, Rakhi is heartbroken with Salman Khan's breakup with Katrina. "Girls just come to Salman to make their careers and once they are done with their job, they leave him. Salman bas charity karta reh jaata hai. I feel so sorry for him. Bechara har baar pyaar mein dhoka kha jata hai," she laments. But, for Aamir Khan, she feels happy with the success of "Peepli Live". She adds, "I'm not a movie buff. The last movie that i watched was "Raavan". I loved Abhishek Bachhan. I think he is a great actor, far better than Amitabh Bachchan. Saari zindagi toh woh Dilipsaab ko copy karte reh gaye. I'm sorry to say, but there is nothing natural about Amitji."

Since passing judgments comes so easy to Rakhi, it's no surprise that she's soon going to be seen on a TV show doing just that – solving disputes; something similar to Kiran Bedi's "Aap Ki Kachehri". "Kiranji needed a degree to pass judgements, I don't," Rakhi points out, "I may not have studied Law, but I have a good heart. And that is enough." And what is she bringing to the table that other hosts don't? "Ab Rakhi hai toh glamour toh hoga hi," she laughs, then adds, "Darling, it is a reality show toh glamour mandatory ho jata hai. But, I can assure you ki in a serious show like this, naa hee meri cleavage dikhegi aur na hee mere sexy legs, kyunki mera saara glamour mere face mein hai. But, there is no specific dress code. Also, my fans would not like to see me in a de-glam avatar. I have the responsibility of being glamorous. I have taught actresses how to dress up on screen."
But, what about her responsibility to entertain her audiences with her song and dance routines? "Jahan Rakhi hai wahan dance bhi hoga," she assures us, "So, whenever I will be happy with the judgments that I've made, I may do an item number. Waise bhi, it is said that Rakhi Sawant always carries a tape recorder with her!" But for someone who courts controversy so often, how easy will it be to decide right from wrong?

"Arrey bhai, why me? Why do people associate controversies with me when we have bigger celebs who have controversies surrounding them all the time?" And if we're talking about controversies, Abhishek's name is bound to pop up. But Rakhi retorts, "Who Abhishek?" Ex-lover Abhishek Awasthi, we remind her. "He's not my friend anymore. Yes, I've forgiven him on a public platform and that's it! I don't want to be friends with my enemies." Noted, Rakhi!

Mohit Suri to marry Udita Goswami

2010-10-03T11:51:00.000+05:30

Director Mohit Suri has been dating actress Udita Goswami for some years now. The couple has had its ups and downs. But the duo has been together long enough to be sure that they want to spend their life together.

Mohit is all set to get married to Udita, but on one condition. His film on racism in Australia Crook It's Good To Be Bad becomes a success.

Absurd reason for a long-standing relationship to be solemnized? Not in this practical day and age.

Reasons Suri, "I need money to support the lifestyle Udita is used to. There's no point in getting married and then thinking of practical matters. So yes, Crook has to be a success. The day it's declared a hit, I'll propose to her. Then the ball is in her court."

Apparently, Udita has been praying hard for the film to succeed. Strangely she was absent from the first screening of Crook on Wednesday night for friends and family.

Explains Suri, "The screening was for the cast and crew. Udita will watch the film soon."

Though Crook is about racism in Australia, Mohit is wary of the film being branded socio-politically purposeful. Considering the fate of political films like Rahul Dholakia's Lamhaa, one can't really blame Suri for wanting to get the film away from the political tag.

Katrina Kaif's nose injured yet again

2010-10-03T11:50:00.000+05:30

Katrina Kaif's nose is giving her a lot of issues. Wondering why? Well here's the story. At the shoot of Yash Raj's yet untitled project at Pataudi palace in Haryana, Katrina was shooting a comic scene with her co-star Imran Khan which unfortunately led to some bloody developments.

The scene being shot demanded Imran to have a gun in one hand and Katrina by his side. He was to move around and pull Katrina towards him with the other hand. An error in judgement led to Imran smashing the barrel of his gun into Kat's nose. It happened so quickly and in seconds Kat's nose was bleeding. Coincidentally, this was the same side of Kat's nose that was injured during the shoot of Ajab Prem Ki Ajab Kahani when Ranbir accidentally landed a blow on her face.

Seeing the state of her nose everyone panicked, the shooting was cancelled and Katrina was escorted to her van. A doctor was called and she was administered first aid. The bleeding did stop but she was still in pain. Twice hit in the same spot, Katrina should really get her nose insured.

Hrithik turns magician for Bhansali

2010-09-17T12:11:00.000+05:30

Vanity and Hrithik Roshan are made for one another. The vain actor has been known to be extremely cautious of how he appears, what he wears, when he shaves.

Also, of late, directors have become equally paranoid about the 'look' of their films, the pastel of their sets, the get-up of their cast.

Only recently Farah Khan had some miscreants hauled up for attempting to photograph an 'item number' in her forthcoming film. This therefore is quite a treat, and nobody got arrested either.

It is known that Hrithik Roshan plays a magician in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next Guzaarish. The actor was shooting for a song with Monikangana Dutta on February 26 at Yash Raj Studio.

While Hrithik was in a magician get-up with a three-piece-suit, a hat and an earring, Monikangana was in a black gown with a huge silver choker on her neck.

The shooting went on for three days and Bhansali's guards were on high alert for any Peeping Toms with mobile phones and cameras. But we couldn't resist the urge.

Source: ZoomTV

Sonam Kapoor is the new `Late Lateef`

2010-09-17T12:09:00.002+05:30

Sonam Kapoor has done it again. The actress was late for the shoot of Anees Bazmee's Thank You recently. Her co-stars Irrfan Khan and Sunil Shetty ended up waiting for the actress. When this happened several times, an exasperated director Anees Bazmee spoke to Sonam's dad Anil Kapoor. Anil immediately told Sonam that tardiness will not be accepted. Since then, Sonam has been reporting on time to the sets. Earlier, during workshops for Mausam too, Sonam had reached late. Pankaj Kapur, the film's director had even cancelled a workshop to get his point across.

Dabangg

2010-09-06T10:53:00.001+05:30

Dabangg is an Action movie starring Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha. Dabangg is based on the corrupt police system that prevails in UP & Bihar and to give that touch to the movie the attire and language of the crew starring in Dabangg has been touched with. Dabangg is the debut movie of Sonakshi Sinha, daughter of yesteryears actor & BJP MP Shatrughan Sinha. Sonakshi started tweeting while doing this movie after being inspired by Salman Khan who was asked by Arbaaz Khan to start using Twitter to interact with fans. Dabangg is the first movie of Salman Khan in which he is updating his fans with any progress made on the movie Dabangg. Salman has grown a little moustache to give himself a new police look and he is playing a corrupt police officer in the movie Dabangg. Some parts of this movie have been shot in Dubai, especially the one wherein Sonakshi Sinah is leaving Salman Khan in a metro. It’s been also heard that Malaika Arora is dancing on a very raunchy song for the first directorial debut of his husband Arbaaz Khan and brother-in-law Sohail Khan. The cast & crew of Dabangg movie are as follows:

Movie Name: Dabangg

Lead Actor: Salman Khan

Lead Actress: Sonakshi Sinha

Other Actors: Amitosh Nagpal, Anupam Kher, Arbaaz Khan, Dimple Kapadia, Mahesh Manjrekar, Mahie Gill, Murli Sharma, Om Puri, Sonu Sood, Tinu Anand, Vinod Khanna

Producer: Arbaaz Khan

Director: Abhinav Kashyap

Cinematographer: Mahesh Limaye

Banner: Shri Ashtavinayak Cine Visions

Music Director: Sajid Ali – Wajid Ali

Lyricist: Jalees Sherwani

Release Year: 2010

Genre: Action

Language: Hindi
Release Date: Dec 25 2010 or Around Eid 2010

Kader Khan hospitalised

2010-09-06T10:44:00.002+05:30

Veteran actor Kader Khan was rushed to the Intensive Care Unit of a hospital in Andheri. Apparently, Khan has not been keeping well for sometime now.

The veteran actor is known for his comic timing and dialogues and has acted in over 200 films. A lesser-known fact is that Khan has written many films as well.

Our source said, "Kaderbhai has not been keeping well for a long time. No one is aware what has happened as the family is not very forthcoming about it.

They prefer to keep such matters within the family. We just hope that he recovers soon."

When contacted, his son Sarfaraz Khan said, "There is nothing to worry now. Yes he is in the hospital as he was operated for a knee surgery. He will be discharged in a day or two."

We wish him a speedy recovery.

Mallika gives `Double Dhamaal`

2010-09-06T10:43:00.000+05:30

Mallika Sherawat caused quite a flutter at the Mumbai International Airport recently as she arrived from Los Angeles. The actress who has been living in Los Angeles for the post production of Hissss and the shooting and dubbing of her second Hollywood project Politics of Love, is back home to shoot for director Indra Kumar's comedy film Dhamaal 2 in which she's pairing with Sanjay Dutt.

Shah Rukh Khan-Gauri to act together!

2010-07-25T00:51:00.002+05:30

Now that Shah Rukh is taking time off from shooting for his various endorsements to concentrate on RA.One, wife Gauri Khan is exploring unchartered territory. She has bagged her first brand endorsement with her husband.

Very soon, the couple will be seen in a television commercial. The buzz in the industry is that they will endorse a very popular furnishing house. The shoot for the commercial is likely to take place in Mumbai.

Ad filmmaker, Sunhil Sippy, (who directed Snip) will be directing King Khan and his wife in this commercial. And in this stint, Sunhil seems to have got by with a little help from his friends Makarand Deshpande and Saurabh Shukla actively helping him out wherever possible.

Gauri, who has always maintained a very low profile in the industry, is known to have designed costumes for her husband during his Baazigar (1993) days. She turned producer with Main Hoon Na (2004) and Om Shanti Om (2007). According to the source Gauri is finally letting go of her shell.

“Gauri has been approached for commercials earlier but somehow things never worked out. This commercial with Shah Rukh will be her first full-fledged assignment in front of the camera,” added the source.

Be it Saif Ali khan and Kareena Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai or Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna, star couples have always sizzled on the small screen.

Ajay Devgn to turn terrorist

2010-07-25T00:45:00.000+05:30

Ajay Devgn will be romancing Kangna Ranaut in Priyadarshan’s next film, that too in a speeding subway train from London to Glassgow. Novel, isn’t it?

Well, actually, Jan de Bont’s 1994 thriller, Speed, inspires Priyadarshan’s film. De Bont’s film was about a bomb in a speeding bus that would go off if the bus lost speed.

“But the difference in my film, says Priyan, “is that we’ve shifted the terror attack from a bus to a train.” The untitled thriller goes on floors on September 1.

On choosing a train in London for shooting his film, Priyan says, “We’ve got permission to shoot at one of the London stations and inside a train. It took some effort but we did it. I don’t think it would’ve made sense to shoot the film without actual locations and the train.”

The most unusual part of the film is the casting. While Manoj Bajpai (a first for Priyan) has been cast in a positive role as the engineer trying to control the train’s speed, Ajay Devgn plays the terrorist. The last time he was cast in a negative role was in Raj Kumar Santoshi’s Khakee.

Apparently Devgn recommended Kangna to Priyan. Says the director, “I’ve just signed Kangna opposite Ajay. I’ve never worked with her or Ajay before. Tusshar Kapoor and Sameera Reddy have also been cast as terrorists. My other favourite Suniel Shetty is also there in a special role.”

Source: Times News Network

Aiswarya Rai Bachchan's bonding with Kate Winslet

2010-07-25T00:43:00.000+05:30

Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Academy award winning actress Kate Winslet made a stunning sight as they shot an advertisement together in Rome.

The two beauties, both dressed in little black dresses, filmed a commercial for the Swiss watch brand Longines in the city, reported Daily Mail.

The former Miss World, 36 has been the spokesmodel for the brand for the past four years while the 'Titanic' beauty is the latest name to endorse the high-end chronologists.

They were joined by Taiwanese model and actress Lin Chi-ling, in the advertisement.

Kate and Aishwarya ran in their heels into a black car during filming, while Lin Chi-ling jetted off in a vintage red Alfa Romeo.

Aishwarya is a well known face in the West thanks to the Hollywood multi-starrer 'Pink Panther 2' where she worked alongside big names like Steve Martin and Andy Garcia, and her yearly appearances at the Cannes red carpet.

The two actresses had met earlier but at that time it was just a formal and very short meeting. This time the shooting will continue for two days and the actresses will have more time to get to know each other.

Source: ZoomTV

Inception Special: We plant ideas in Bollywood Hotties' heads

2010-07-25T00:39:00.000+05:30

We have a jolly good time seeding the ideas we'd like sown in our stars' heads, a la Inception

Inception takes place in a world where Leonardo DiCaprio's character Dom Cobb dives into people's dreams to extract information.

While there, he can also 'plant' an idea into the protagonist's head and make them believe in their awakened state that it is their own idea. Taking off from Inception, here is a list of dreams or ideas that planters must plant in our B-Town stars.

Dreamer: Katrina Kaif
Planter: Kareena Kapoor.
What: Katrina is the only one standing between Bebo and the number one position, so the Kapoor girl wants Katrina to 'dream' of a better life back home in London/Hawaii or wherever it is she came from -- leaving Bolly-wood forever and going back to her roots. Bebo might even buy her the one-way ticket.

Dreamer: Salman Khan
Planter: His friends and family.
What: The planters must tell Sallu to stop shedding his shirt and look at shedding his single status. It is time he got married now that Kat has moved on.

They can also egg on Mr Controversial saying that it has been a long time since Bollywood saw a big shaadi (the curtain fell on the Abhi-Ash wedding drama long ago) and it is time large-hearted Salman gave Mumbai something to talk about.

Dreamer: Karan Johar
Planter: Aam Aadmi.
What: The people who watch his movies (ordinary folk) must make him believe that it is okay if he makes films with actors other than Shah Rukh Khan.

KJo's SRK-obsession needs to crumble -- maybe his new bonding with Aamir Khan will give him some new ideas. Maybe, My Name Is Khan And I Am Not A Terrorist Part II with the new Khan dost -- Aamir?

Dreamer: Aishwarya Rai
Planter: Disgruntled filmmaker.
What: That she needs to concentrate on B-Town. She has flirted with the West and the South (Raavan, Robot) so Ash, the time is 'Abhi' (pun intended) that you need to stop looking elsewhere and come back to make a film that 'shek's (pun intended) up the B-Town world.

Dreamer: Shah Rukh Khan
Planter: Khan Fan Club!
What: The unique fan club needs to put an idea in his head that Salman Khan is not a bad guy.

Two buddy-buddies fighting over a woman who is married to somebody else? That's the stuff movie scripts -- which bomb at the box office -- are made of; not real life. So Bandra boys, stop being katti, she already has a pati and start going from Ash to bashes together.

Dreamer: Shahid Kapoor
Planter: All his ex-girlfriends.
What: Shahid's former gal pals must open up that head of his and remove his fuddy-duddy I-am-20-something-going- on-80 brain and replace it with a young man's brain.

Maybe, then Sasha will understand the meaning of being spontaneous, look less serious (like the world and its problems are weighing down on him). Jive to Mambo No 5. 'A little bit of Kareena in my life, a little bit of Priyanka by my side...'

Dreamer: Kareena Kapoor
Planter: Katrina Kaif.
What: Kat wants Bebo to stop looking at her as an outsider and be her best friend. The KKs have so much in common like age, initials, being approached for the same roles and endorsements and also have a 'Khan' each in their life. When they become BFFs, imagine the trouble they could make for Priyanka.

Dreamer: Priyanka Chopra
Planter: All the single girls.
What: They need to plant an idea in her head that it is okay to talk about the presence of a man in her life without going into the gory details.

Piggy Chops must know it is perfectly fine to admit that she is with Shahid Kapoor and how being in love is great.

Let us not hear the familiar 'Oooh, there is no one' or even the archaic 'We are just good friends' (does anybody even say that any more?).

Dreamer: John Abraham
Planter: Disgruntled fan.
What: Johnny Big Bucks needs to realise that money is not everything. He has managed to chase off all good filmmakers by quoting figures bigger than his biceps.

He should accept that he isn't the best judge on what films he should do, as three of his pet projects remain unreleased. Get a good manager, John. You will get good films and improve your media relations. Dono ek hi shot mein.

Dreamer: Hrithik Roshan
Planter: Well-wishers.
What: They must plant an idea in his head to go back to being a good boy. Hrithik can do with a brain transplant and take Shahid's serious brain.

The once-upon-a-time good boy is now seriously tripping on wine, women and what-not. Roshan Jr has also turned a deaf ear to papa Rakesh Roshan who made him the star that he is. He is flying like a 'Kite' and needs to be reeled in.

Dreamer: Deepika Padukone
Planter: Prakash Padukone.
What: Papa Padukone has got it into her head that it is time she left acting and moved on to a badminton court. With Saina Nehwal becoming World No 2, there's no reason apni Dippy would be unable to achieve her dreams. The endorsements would come too.

So, Deepika should put down the movie script and take the shuttle to another kind of success.

Dreamer: Sonam Kapoor
Planter: The Fashion Week organisers.
What: Fashion denizens would plant an idea into Sonam's head that she has what it takes to be a top-notch supermodel and is being wasted in films.

What with all the Indian and international fashion houses wanting her to walk the ramp for them and Papa Anil making (ahem!) waves in LA, the Kapoor beti can make a noise in the fashion capital of the world -- Paris.

Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

Naxals are not terrorists says Sunil Shetty

2010-07-05T12:02:00.000+05:30

Bollywood Actor Sunil Shetty, who plays a pivotal role in his forthcoming movie ‘Red Alert – The War Within’, says suthat he condemns the increasing Maoist violence in the country but at the same time adds that the guerrillas are not the one who can be defined as ‘terrorists’.

Based on a real life story, director Ananth Mahadevan’s Red Alert – The War Within is about the life of a farmer, being casted by Sunil Shetty.

“Naxals are often helpless people who have been exploited, their mineral ores seized and their existence threatened. One cannot just eliminate or deal with them harshly because they are our own people and not terrorists,” Suniel said in an interview.

“It is quite disheartening that the Naxal violence has taken such shocking proportions. Violence can only result in violence and the Red Belt is bleeding with violence now. The more we try to get out of this complicated situation, the more we get knotted up,” he added.

Computer hacker gets Meghna Naidu Pregnant

2010-07-05T12:01:00.000+05:30

According to the latest updates, Bollywood Actress Meghna Naidu complained to the Cyber Crime Investigation Cell in Mumbai this week, about a hacker who got her ‘pregnant’. Sounds Funny? But thats the reality :-)

Unknown to the bollywood actress, a hacker had breached her Gmail account a few weeks ago and was chatting away with her friends, falsely claiming that Meghna ‘was pregnant from a fling with a guy whose name she couldn’t remember’ and that she ‘needed advice’. How imaginative it is!

Unfortunately, this impersonator was tracked by Meghna Naidu‘s ex-publicist Dale Bhagwagar who felt something fish when the impersonator said hello to the actress.

“PRs specialize in understanding the psyche of their clients. I take special efforts and time to comprehend how each client thinks, feels, behaves and talks.

This person on chat had a subtle devilish sarcasm, and as I know Meghna, she’s cool and clear, but hardly sarcastic,” said the publicist. So immediately after the chat, Dale called her residence to verify if it was Meghna on the chat, and her parents told him, she had gone for her yoga class.

When the actress returned the call an hour later, she was shocked to learn about the conversation. Meghna said, “I was paranoid when I checked my Google chats.

This imposter had been chatting with a lot my friends and claimed I was pregnant out of a fling. To add to this craziness, he wrote, I’d forgotten the name of the guy who made me pregnant. All this bogus talk was insane and scary.”

The publicist calmed the horrified actress and guided her to change her email privacy settings and escorted her to the Crime Branch the next morning. “We complained at the Cyber Crime Investigation Cell. Sadly and strangely, the cops there didn’t seem to be much interested about my case,” lamented Meghna. “I dont know if they would be able to track the hacker” added Meghna Naidu.

Source: bollywoodgossips

Aishwarya Rai upset on Priyanka Chopra

2010-07-05T11:57:00.002+05:30

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is a bit upset with fellow actor Priyanka Chopra, when she in her winning speech regarded Ash as beautiful but did not mention anything about her acting talent.

Priyanka, who won the Filmfare Best Actress award for Fashion said that she was very happy to be nominated (Fashion, Dostana) among the likes of beautiful Aishwarya Rai (Jodhaa Akbar) and the talented Kajol (U, Me Aur Hum).

Reports suggest that Priyanka’s statement did not go well with Ash, who is a winner of many national and international awards.

Priyanka is currenlty riding high on the success of Fashion and Dostana. The actress will soon be seen in Vishal Bharadwaj’s Kaminay opposite Shahid Kapur.

We are Family

2010-07-05T11:55:00.002+05:30

Finally it’s decided, the Hindi remake of ‘Stepmom’ will be called ‘We Are Family’. And this is after mulling over the title of this Hindi version of Chris Columbus' 1998 comedy drama 'Stepmom' for a long time.

'Ok guys...here goes the title of our official 'Stepmom' adaptation - 'We Are Family'...will post the release date in a few days,' Karan revealed through a post on micro-blogging site Twitter.

The movie is a heartwarming tale about a terminally ill divorcee who has to accept the new woman in her ex-husband's life as the stepmother of her kids and the problems they face to find a common ground of understanding.

While it was earlier being called 'Love You Maa', Karan was still on the lookout for a suitable title and had even asked his Twitter followers to suggest one.

'We Are Family', directed by Siddharth Malhotra, features Kajol, Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal. It is expected to release in October.

Deepika is a real threat to Aishwarya

2010-06-29T04:44:00.000+05:30

Wow, it seems Deepika will go miles. Since her debut film in Om Shanti Om, the leggy beauty has never looked back. But Deepika nowadays is a real threat to Aishwarya Rai. Not only with her looks and image but also with the projects that she has in her hand.

Firstly she took all the appreciation from International audience with the traditional Indian attire. Then she didn’t stop as Scorsese took interest in Ash, Deepika caught Woody Allen’s attention at the same time.

Aishwarya should really take Deepika’s words seriously as she is interested to take up good International projects. Till now ash was the only bollywood celebrity who had hollywood projects in her kitty.

By the way, things are working out really fast for Deepika! Ash, you better pull up your socks!

Priyanka back to Ranbir

2010-06-29T04:41:00.002+05:30

Priyanka Chopra just can’t stop smiling. After returning to Mumbai post a 65-day shoot for Saat Khoon Maaf in Coorg, Mysore and Pondicherry the actress is savoring every moment of her stay at home.

She has rather been out of Mumbai for entirely this year – first with shoots if Anjaana Anjaani and the Saat Khoon Maaf. However that does not mean that she is only staying indoors and resting it out. Rather the actress is already out working. And this time it is some patch work that was left from her film Anjaana Anjaani. “We’re doing a super song addition,” she updates.

The film was completely shot in the US over a schedule of two months early this year and it stars Ranbir Kapoor opposite Priyanka. Looks like this one is going to be one hectic year ahead!

Abhi-Ash fights everyday

2010-06-29T04:35:00.002+05:30

The power-couple of industry, Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan are known for being lovey-dovey in public. However, the truth seems to be far different from this.

Recently, during the Vogue India’s July issue, Abhi-Ash cleared the misconception and revealed about the fights that takes place between them. And when asked, how often they fight, the actor says, “Oh, every day.”

However, Aishwarya was quick to correct hubby Abhishek and said, “Not everyday baby. We didn’t fight yesterday. Or the day before. They’re more like disagreements, not fights. They’re not serious, they’re healthy. It’d be really boring otherwise,” says the actress.

Interestingly, when they do have any disagreements, it’s Abhishek who always makes up. “Women don’t make up! In three years, she’s made up like, four times. But we have a rule — we don’t sleep on a fight. And in defence of all men, I want to say, half the time why we give in and say sorry is because we’re just so sleepy and want to go to bed!”

Bollywood` sex bomb - Sophie

2010-06-26T00:47:00.000+05:30

‘Red Hot Most Desirable Women’ lists the top 50 Women of Bollywood for the current year. Top 50 Most Desirable Women is a list compiled by ZoOm, ranking the famous females deemed to be the year's most alluring and engaging. Here’s a reason, 'Why’ these women are more desirable. Based on looks, sex appeal beauty, a women who have the characteristics that they value in a potential companion, like intelligence, humor, charisma, and ambition. The result is a list that acts as a definitive gauge for what 21st century women look for in their men. ZoOm brings to you Top 50 Most Desirable Bollywood Women.

Source: ZoomTV

First look - Lafangey Parindey!

2010-06-26T00:43:00.000+05:30

Here's the first look of the next YRF film, 'Lafangey Parindey'! The movie stars Deepika Padukone and Neil Nitin Mukesh in the lead and is also another con film like 'Badmaash Company'. Director Pradeep Sarkar returns to the YRF camp after a forgettable 'Laga Chunari Mein Daag'. The story is set in the gritty streets of Mumbai. It is rumoured to be about bike gangs of Mumbai and Neil and Deepika will be seen doing daring stunts in the film.

Deepika plays a blind girl in the movie, that will release on the 20th of August 2010! Will these Lafangey Parindey manage to steal your heart and fly away?

Paresh Rawal gets justice

2010-06-03T21:54:00.000+05:30

The industry has rarely seen an actor who can perform negative roles brilliantly as well as pull off a joker's task. Paresh Rawal is one gem of an actor who does all his roles with all his conviction and puts in his 100% every time. Whether it is the mafia that he portrayed in half of the 90s movies or the transgenderic character from 'Tamanna' or the rural Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, he has always managed to win everyone's hearts! With the kind of career that he has had, he is capable of
overpowering any actor with his perfection. Watch the video to find out more about the life and times of undisputed king of comedy and the undefeated ruler of 'Baddy' town, Paresh Rawal!

John-Bipasha`s candid confessions

2010-06-03T21:52:00.002+05:30

Bollywood’s hot and sexy couple John Abraham and Bipasha Basu both gave a candid interview with some mesmerizing pose for a magazine. Check out Bollywood’s hottest couple John Abraham and Bipasha Basu striking a sexy pose together for the cover of a magazine’s latest issue for June…

The insightful `Raavan`

2010-05-30T23:58:00.000+05:30

'Raavan' has been in the headlines ever sincethe day the rushed of the movie came on air! From Aishwarya's rustic attire to Abhishek's rural look and the ambiguiy about Vikram's character, everything has been a mystery. All we know is that it's "not related to Ramayan directly" as Ash puts it! The film has a galaxy of stars right from Abhi-Ash to south star Priyamani to our very own Govinda! We exclusively bring to you the longest trailer of 'Raavan' along with snippets of interviews with A.R.Rahman and Mani Ratnam.

Sonal Chauhan turns bride

2010-05-30T23:57:00.000+05:30

Yogesh Lakhani owner of an advertising firm recently hosted a party to celebrate 30 years as a businessman, at which designer Riyaz Gangji put up a fashion show with Sonal Chauhan as the showstopper...take a look!

Source:ZoomTV

Reel 'Rajneeti' resembles Real 'Rajneeti'

2010-05-23T03:41:00.002+05:30

Prakash Jha’s ambitious political drama Raajneeti has run into some more trouble, only this time from a source it least expected. The Censor Board, which viewed the film yesterday, has refused to grant it a certificate. The Ranbir Kapoor-Katrina Kaif starrer will now be referred to a Revising Committee before a final call is taken.

Apparently the Censor Board feels that the ‘hard hitting’ political drama is a little too hard hitting in some portions, where the difference between real politicians and reel characters becomes uncomfortably thin.

After a lengthy debate, the screening committee decided that since it was a sensitive issue and could snowball into a major problem, it was only prudent to get a second opinion from more members of the Censor Board before issuing a certificate.

A source says, “The Censor Board seemed divided. While some officials felt that they could go ahead with the certification, others cautioned against any hasty decision.”

While regional officer Vinayak Azad remained unavailable for comment, Raajneeti’s director Prakash Jha too seemed hesitant about speaking on the matter.

While he initially maintained that there was “no problem”, even putting the delay down to technical reasons. “It is just that the screening could not be completed because of some reason,” he said.

But when it became clear that the Censor Board would not grant a certification immediately, he said, “Yes, the Revising Committee will now take a decision on Raajneeti. The Censor Board felt that they need to show the film to more officials before taking a decision.”

Ever since Jha announced the film a year ago, there have been reports that Katrina’s character in the film is inspired by Sonia Gandhi. But Jha says he didn’t realise that it could mean so much trouble. “Frankly, I didn’t expect this. But it’s okay. I don’t think that the Revising Committee will necessarily find a problem with the film.”

Source:ZoomTV

Kat loves Cat

2010-05-23T03:40:00.002+05:30

Not for nothing is she called Kat. Her favourite cartoon is The AristoCats and her reference point for her character in Farah Khan’s Tees Maar Khan is one of the cats from the cartoon serial. And if you think that’s a lot of cats you ain’t seen nothing baby.

Katrina Kaif’s car reflects her love for the cartoon character as well as speaks tonnes for the state of mind she is currently in.

The left rear seat is surrounded by small stickers of all that makes her happy ... she calls it her ‘happy space’.

“When I was dubbing for Raajneeti, the little urchins on the road recognized my car when it stopped at a particular signal and would insist I buy stickers from them,” she explains with a smile.

Not only did she buy them she decorated her happy space with them and now they are the source of a lot of joy for her.

For a girl who is feted every day and who can buy anything that money can, Katrina has obviously learnt that happiness and money have very little to do with each other.

The little urchins on the road recognized my car when it stopped at a particular signal and would insist I buy stickers from them.

SRK upset over Salman's question?

2010-05-23T03:39:00.000+05:30

He’s ‘King’ of the world all right. Shah Rukh Khan, who stands up for what he believes in and he is grateful, above all, for the success and support he’s got from his fans, speaks about his controversies in a more forgiving fashion. Truly, he’s a bigger global icon than anyone else at this point in time – Brad Pitt included (if Time magazine is to be believed).

The Badshah of Bollywood in a recent quick chat gave some happy unexpected quotes, but at the same time got super upset when he was questioned about Salman’s friendship with Farah Khan (who is SRK’s good buddy).

KRK sends legal notice to Prakash Jha,claims to own rights to title Raajneeti

2010-05-17T20:06:00.000+05:30

The problems for Raajneeti seem to be getting more pronounced. Earlier this week, there was a Mumbai-based social worker Naseem Khan who filed a petition in court against Raajneeti asking for its release to be stopped because one of the central characters apparently resembles Sonia Gandhi. Now one hears that actor and self-styled star Kamal R Khan (or KRK as he likes to be called) has sent Prakash Jha a legal notice claiming rights over the title Raajneeti.

Priyanka Chopra believes in marriage

2010-05-17T20:04:00.002+05:30

One-man lady She’s never known to let her guard down while talking about her personal life particularly the men she gets linked up with So whether it’s Shahid Kapoor or Harman Baweja or a dashing actor from distant Hollywood Priyanka Chopra remains stoic and unperturbed about her hook-up stories ?…

First look - `I Hate Love Stories`

2010-05-17T19:59:00.002+05:30

The First Look of 'I Hate Love Stories' headlining Imran Khan and Sonam Kapoor may or may not have impressed you, but we are delighted to present you the First Teaser of the movie.

With the First Look, the folks had done such a great job baby-facing Sonam Kapoor that she was barely recognizable till you looked closely, something you couldn't do without feeling like a pedophile. And her curves…OMG!...we will not even go there.

The teaser is cool, it's fun, it's genuine.

Akshay is lucky for Jiah

2010-05-17T19:55:00.001+05:30

'HouseFull' may be the film to gain the second highest opening after '3 Idiots', but there's lot that you might know about the movie yet. The heavy promotional activities led to a positive result and gave Akshay Kumar his desperately needed 'hit'. We caught Shahid and Akshay in their wittiest moods and asked them about the movie. Sajid says that the title rung a harmonious note for him and so he decided to go ahead with the movie. They talk about the pranks that they played on Jiah Khan and Deepika Padukone, the little changes in the scripts and the creative differences that Sajid and his actors had

Is something wrong with Katrina`s lip?

2010-05-17T19:54:00.000+05:30

Ever noticed Katrina's swollen lips during the recent events? Remember the rumors about Katrina Kaif going through a knife, getting a lip job done! Well, recently during tow back to back events Katrina was seen hiding her swollen lips or getting irritated with the same. Well we don’t know what exactly is the reason behind her swollen lips, but it can kiss infection or some skin trouble or has she undergone the knife?

Shahid Kapur’s onscreen romance – from Kareena to Katrina!

2010-05-13T11:06:00.000+05:30

Days after the release of his film Jab We Met , Shahid Kapur has been signed for another romantic comedy. This time his heroine is not Kareena Kapoor .

Shahid is certainly moving to the higher league in Bollywood. His cute look and dimpled smile still make him look like a boy, but Shahid is getting lead roles opposite actresses that look mature than him.

First, it was director Aziz Mirza to cast him in his film ‘Kismat Connection’ opposite Vidya Balan . The film has already been shot and its post-production work is underway.

Now, it is Rajkumar Santoshi who has signed Shahid to play the leading man opposite gorgeous Katrina Kaif in his next movie.

Santoshi, known mostly for making films with socio-political themes, is now eager to explore a genre he hasn’t tried so far – romantic comedy.

The obvious question that arises is – Is the film about a young guy in love with a mature woman?

Santoshi says he cannot divulge any details about the story. However, he does state that he found Shahid and Katrina perfectly suited for the roles.

Both the actors have given their nod to the project but their dates are yet to be sorted out.

This would be the first time Shahid and Katrina will work together. It remains to be seen how they get along with each other on the sets because Shahid’s ‘cold war’ with Katrina’s beau Salman Khan has been going for a long time.

Don 2 – The Chase Continues

2010-05-13T11:04:00.000+05:30

Don 2 – The Chase Continues

After success of Don – The Chase Begins, Farhan Akhtar is back with the sequel Don 2 – The Chase Continues starring Sharukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra and Isha Kopikaar as main leads. Other actors expected to play role in Don 2 are Arjun Rampal, Boman Irani, Om Puri and Kareena Kapoor. As per the sources, the shooting for the film is expected to start in a few months and movie is expected to release in 2011. Farhan says, the shooting of the film will take place in Philippines and Germany, with a few scenes in other European countries. According to ‘Times of India’ Don 2 will be ‘one of the most anticipated sequels of all time’.

Don 2 story written by Fans

According to some sources, Farhan says that the story of Don 2 (sequel of Don) is being written by fans only. He says that 2 enthusiastic boys namely Ameet and Amreesh came to me with their bright ideas about how the story of Don can be carries forward and a new sequel namely ‘Don 2′ can be written. Conclusively, the story of Don 2 is being written by 3 fans of Don.

Don 2 shoot to begin in October

Don 2 – The Chase Continues , the seqeul of Don is now confirmed. According to director Farhan Akhtar the shooting of the movie will begin in 1st or 2nd October 2010. Everyone is excited about it. Not only fans but Farhan himself is looking forward to the sequel.

Priyanka Chopra has signed on enough projects to last her until next year. Says the actress, “I’m listening to several scripts right now.

Sonam tells ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai…Tum Nahin Samjhoge’ to Imran in IHLS

2010-05-13T10:56:00.000+05:30

Only couple of days ago producer Karan Johar and debutant director Punit Malhotra had revealed the first look of their forthcoming film I Hate Luv Storys (IHLS) on popular social networking site Twitter. The first look featuring the lead pair of Imran Khan and Sonam Kapoor at their casual best fetched an awesome response from one and all.

Imran and Deepika`s break

2010-05-07T15:19:00.000+05:30

After taking a break from shooting 'Break Ke Baad', Imran Khan and Deepika Padukone will resume shooting in Mauritius to complete major part of the film. This Kunal Kapoor production is set to release later this year. Along with this, watch the video to check out the statuses on other upcoming movies like 'Tanu Weds Manu' and 'Tees Maar Khan'.

'BOLLYWOOS' THE BLACK LADY

2010-05-07T15:17:00.002+05:30

At the 54th Idea Filmfare Awards, the night was forever young at Yash Raj Studios — even at 1.30 am yesterday when the dance floor pulsated with the energetic feet of GenNext’s stars, Ayush Khedekar, Tanmay Chheda, Azharuddin Mohammed, Ashutosh Lobo, Rubina Khan and Tanvi Ganesh.

Recognise them? The Slumdog kids of Mumbai, new to Bollywood, but world weary already after their trip to Hollywood for the Oscars. All smiles and bubbling with enthusiasm, they had superstar Shah Rukh Khan earlier describing them as the fresh and new talents of Bollywood’s future”. The Bollywood Badshah generously included emcees Ranbir Kapoor and Imran Khan, who replaced Karan Johar and himself at the glittering function, in his felicitation of the Slumdog Millionaire team and said pointing at the duo, “They are the future, we must nurture them.”

You could see that onscreen rivalry was replaced for Bollywood bonhomie at the 54th Idea Filmfare Awards. Ranbir and Imran, with a wicked sense of humour, ran through the audience like liquid fire, poking fun here, making a jibe there, pulling a leg, raising laughs all the time.

When they hit the ‘gay’ note, Dostana filmmaker Karan Johar joined in, with the stunning Deepika Padukone and Konkona Sen Sharma adding the glam bit to the onstage compering. But it wasn’t only about fun. There were feel-good themes and moments — the need of the recession-hit hour. Hope was the underlining theme and underdogs really stole the show.

Hrithik Roshan and the most deserving Priyanka Chopra bagged the Best Actor and Best Actress award respectively, and Jodhaa Akbar was declared the Best Film, but small budgeted films like Mumbai Meri Jaan (Best Film for Critics Award and Best Screenplay), Oye Lucky Lucky and Rock On also made the grade and took away several honours.

Then there was Oscar winner and veteran costume designer Bhanu Athaiya going up at 82 with much grace to collect the Lifetime Achievement Award. “It’s better late than never,” she smiled adding, “costume designers were never taken that seriously in Bollywood even after we got the Oscar home. But young designers are changing that.”

The Lifetime Achievement Award was also given to Om Puri by Amitabh Bachchan. And Puri, on a emotional note, recalled his days as “scrawny, longhaired, funny-looking fellow” who dared to dream.

The nail-biting moments onstage were challenged by scenes offstage that couldn’t be caught by the camera or emcees. Like the Bachchan clan walking in majestically and heading for the front row where already was sitting Bollywood’s grande dame Rekha!

And Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan discreetly going backstage when Shahid Kapoor stepped out front to dance; then, sneaking out when he returned to his seat after the performance. Also, the audience thinking Kangana Ranaut in her Best Supporting Actress speech meant boyfriend Adhyayan when she mentioned “someone special”... only to find the hot actress was describing her sister Rangoli!

Performance wise, Abhishek Bachchan, the lovely Katrina Kaif, newcomer Jackie Bhagnani and Shahid Kapoor set the stage on fire. Bipasha, Rekha and Katrina complimented Shahid. “You rock,” Bips told him. And Rekha added, “You’ll come to
collect your Best Actor Award in ten months’ time.”

The entire audience put in a performance for double Oscar winner A R Rahman by giving him a standing ovation: he won the Filmfare Award for Best Background Score. Anil Kapoor missed the event but daughter Sonam made up as she came, gave an award and quietly left.

Shah Rukh Khan summed up the feeling of the moment at the 54th Idea Filmfare Awards when he said, “Om Puri recalled his struggling days, and I remember my days when I was also scrawny, long-haired and funny-looking ... but we dared to dream and we made it. So there’s hope for everyone who dreams.”

Rekha and Aby’s Baby

Rekha was the the diva of the night. And though she was all decked up, she was pretty pecked up as well. After all, those pecks on the cheeks to all the sundry didn’t go amiss. But the golden moment of the 54th Idea Filmfare Awards was when Rekha went up to Abhishek Bachchan and planted a peck on his stubbled cheek. Ahem! Some ‘cheek’, huh?

Imran does a mamu

Imran adopting mamu-jaan Aamir’s Ghajini look took the cake. How is Aamir going to react to this? “Well, I had warned him about it earlier,” said Imran and added, “He has a sense of humour, you know.” His co-host Ranbir Kapoor came dressed as Shah Rukh Khan from Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi. The two young men had everyone in splits!

Ash goes the distance

Aishwarya Bachchan, who looked stunning, had gone through some trouble to make it to the venue. “I was shooting in Kolkata for Mani. It’s a two-hour flight and was further delayed. So it has been quite an adventure to get here,” she said. But then her trip was worth it. She, Abhi and Pa made for some great family pics.

Saif-Kareena have a blast

Kareena Kapoor arrived a little late. The gorgeous girl was busy shooting for Karan. She walked in with Saifoo jaan wearing a stunning saree and jewellery by Parineeta. Saif too looked dapper in a suit. The two had a blast at the event.

Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi

The beautiful couple Gauri and Shah Rukh Khan looked just so perfect together. Even though SRK came wearing a sling around his shoulder, he rocked. Gauri too looked stunning in a black number. And what one couldn’t miss was the camaraderie that the two share. Cho chweet!

The hottest of them all!

These two are undoubtedly the hottest couple of Bollywood. Bipasha Basu and beau John Abraham came for the event directly after attending John’s friend’s engagement party. Was it the reason why the sexy Bips draped herself in a traditional sari? She looked hot in Gili jewellery!
Source: ZoomTV

I have just started hating the term 'Serial Kisser – Emraan Hashmi

2010-05-04T14:56:00.000+05:30

He’s famous for being Bollywood’s ‘Serial Kisser’ but beneath that infamous tag lies an actor who has delivered hits such as Murder, Zeher, Kalyug and Jannat. Yes, we are talking about the one and only Emraan Hashmi who is once again back on the silver screen with his latest film Raaz -The Mystery Continues.

Emraan was here on Bollywood Hungama’s celeb chat to talk with his fans on Raaz- The Mystery Continues and much more but for all those who missed this interesting chat session here is a chance to check out the chat excerpts

Emraan Hashmi: hello…

Zoheb: HI…Emraan. Salam Walekum Mia. How are u dear?
Emraan Hashmi: never have been better’ zoheb.

Harish: Hi Emraan. Raaz-TMC about to releasing …nervous / excited?
Emraan Hashmi: yes, I’m excited more than nervous but also very confident.

Harish: Hi Emraan. Raaz-TMC about to release …nervous / excited?
Emraan Hashmi: yes, Iâ??m excited more than nervous but also very confident.

Emraanzfan: Emraan, these days u too started playing with ur looks…in Raaz-TMC that’s visible but is it script’s ask or you did like that?
Emraan Hashmi: I got sick of myself by donning same kind of looks some where and hence the experiment with looks.

Samira: hi Emraan, I am big fan of yours i think u are one of the best actors around.
Emraan Hashmi: that’s really nice to hear

Saikat: Hi Emraan, this is Saikat from Warsaw, Poland. What are your hopes from Raaz-TMC?
Emraan Hashmi: saikat, It will be a huge hit….

Sham3961: A personal Question to you that celebs always insure their USP assets. What about you, are u planning to get your lips insure?
Emraan Hashmi: what makes u think I havenâ??t already insured my lips?

Harish: Salam Imran. How was working with Adhyayan Suman and kangna?
Emraan Hashmi: they are not the best to work with and you can tell this to them.

Harish: Salam Imran. How was it working with Adhyayan Suman and kangna?
Emraan Hashmi: they are not the best to work with and you can tell this to them.

Puneet: hi Emraan…. which is ur fav song from Raaz – TMC ?
Emraan Hashmi: maahi is my fav song from RTMC.

Samira: if u could work with anyone dead or alive who would it be?
Emraan Hashmi: Dilip kumar.

Holloman: What’s the USP of Raaz-TMC?
Emraan Hashmi: the usp of Raaz is its great story and I play an artist in it.

Samira: Are u happy being called ‘the serial kisser’?
Emraan Hashmi: No, I have just started hating the term serial kisser.

Amina: hi Emraan. What’s ur opinion on Salman khan? Is he cool or is Aamir hot?
Emraan Hashmi: who are Aamir and Salman?

Gig: Emraan I heard that you are playing a ghost in Raaz- TMC?
Emraan Hashmi: Where did u here that i was a ghost?

Emraan Hashmi: yes, I think Awarapan would have been a hit and it is my fav film.
Puneet: Do you think Awarapan would have been a success if it has been a solo release?

Bollywoodrani: Would u like to work in a multi starrer – like in K3G?
Emraan Hashmi: I would work in multi starrer only if I get the meatiest role.
Samira: will the there be a third Raaz?
Emraan Hashmi: My producers seem to think so and most probably there will be a third.

Samira: will the there be a third Raaz?
Emraan Hashmi: My producers seem to think so and most probably there will be a third.

Fakhri: hey man, I think Raaz-TMC will change ur life and will put u on top.
Emraan Hashmi: fakhir thank you and nice to hear that.

Aatif_kiss: Name the movies, which have not had the kissing scene?
Emraan Hashmi: In Footpath, Awarapan are the films that don’t have the kissing scenes.

HelloEmraan: What’s next after Raaz-TMC?
Emraan Hashmi: after Raaz-TMC there is Raftaar and Tum Mile.

HelloEmraan: What’s next after Raaz-TMC?
Emraan Hashmi: after Raaz-TMC there is Raftaar and Tum Mile.

Hammadkhan: hey Emraan bhai, do u plan to work in a Pakistani film?
Emraan Hashmi: if offered a good script from pak why not.

Zoheb: What is Emraan Hashmi’s trademark?
Emraan Hashmi: that you tell me what is my trade mark.

Aji: I heard that Raaz-TMC is the most expensive horror movie till now in India, is it true?
Emraan Hashmi: yes it is true that Raaz-TMC is the most expensive horror film and definitely the spookiest.

HelloEmraan: What do you think of Akshaye Khanna as an actor?
Emraan Hashmi: l never seen any of Akshaye khanna’s films… so i can’t say anything about him.

8k9dvr4: I like your French cut in Raaz-TMC.
Emraan Hashmi: thank you.

hnassu786: On Jan 23, Slumdog Millionaire is also releasing…dont you think that it will affect the Raaz-TMC business as well.
Emraan Hashmi: oooohhhh… i am really scared… Slumdog is gonna go to the dogs.

Zoheb: What is your favorite way to relax on a Sunday?
Emraan Hashmi: Remain idle is the perfect relaxation.

Zoheb: What is your favorite way to relax on a Sunday?
Emraan Hashmi: Remain idle is the perfect relaxation.

Zoreen: hi Emraan…I’m zoreen from Pakistan…i wanted to ask if Raaz-TMC is also releasing here?
Emraan Hashmi: I cannot confirm yet but that is what i am hearing that Raaz-TMC will also release there.

Mimmi: what do u think of SRK as an actor?
Emraan Hashmi: SRK is simply and a terrible actor.

HelloEmraan: What’s your secret of your charming smile?
Emraan Hashmi: I brush my teeth every day and that the only secret.

Canadianboy: have you ever planned of coming for a world tour?
Emraan Hashmi: I would want to go on a world tour some time next year.

Hammadkhan: Emraan bhai, do you think you would be as successful a director as you are an actor now?
Emraan Hashmi: I guess i would be a better director.

8k9dvr4: you have given us 5 hits and yet the industry under-rates you. What’s your take on that?
Emraan Hashmi: the industry has always underrated all great men… sooner or later they will wake up to my greatness.

8k9dvr4: you have given us 5 hits and yet the industry under-rates you. Whatâ??s your take on that?
Emraan Hashmi: the industry has always underrated all great men… sooner or later they will wake up to my greatness.

HelloEmraan: When is your birthday?
Emraan Hashmi: Marche 24, send me a present.

HelloEmraan: Will you accept to do Hollywood flicks someday?
Emraan Hashmi: not really…. i want to focus on Bollywood now.

Khurram: you got the plans to change ur name back to Farhan.
Emraan Hashmi: only if my films start flopping then I will change my name.

8k9dvr4: I must say maahi is the most beautiful song from Raaz-TMC till date
Emraan Hashmi: i agree too 8kdur4.

Bajaj: how your better half react to your onscreen kisses? I think mine would have killed me or at least divorced me.
Emraan Hashmi: she hates me and I get slapped every time when i kiss some one.

Puneet: Who is the most beautiful actress in Bollywood according to u?
Emraan Hashmi: the most beautiful actress has always been Madhuri.

Emraanzfan: Emraan, do u think Bhatt camp explores u better as an actor than any other director
Emraan Hashmi: They exploit me more than explore me

Emraanzfan: Emraan, do u think Bhatt camp explores u better as an actor than any other director
Emraan Hashmi: They exploit me more than explore me.

Samira: who is ur best friend in the Indian film industry??
Emraan Hashmi: Mahesh Bhatt is my best friend.

m152: Hi Emraan, You made some great movies; sometime unconventional but they are really enjoyable. Are you planning to work with some other film houses or main-stream directors?
Emraan Hashmi: yes mostly next year I will be working with others as well.

hnassu786: would you like to play circuit’s role in Munna Bhai along with Sanjay Dutt…or do you think Arshad is better circuit?
Emraan Hashmi: I guess circuit will be best left to Arshad.

Aji: what is your opinion about Aamir’s TZP exits from the Oscars?
Emraan Hashmi: I think TZP was an overrated film.

aatif_kiss: in how many countries Raaz-TMC will release?
Emraan Hashmi: Razz will release world wide.

Zoreen: What makes u think that SRK is a terrible actor?
Emraan Hashmi: Watch some of the SRK’s film and u will find out for yourself.

HelloEmraan: Who do you think deserves to get best actor award this year? Aamir Khan – Ghajini or Hrithik Roshan – Jodhaa Akbar?
Emraan Hashmi: I should get the best actor award.

badboy4life: Would you like to do a David Dhawan comedy?
Emraan Hashmi: no i donâ??t understand Davidâ??s comedy so I will not do any.

8k9dvr4: what about your next project Raftaar 24/7?
Emraan Hashmi: its releasing some time in July.

Sneha: hi!! sir…u are looking really cool in Raaz-TMC esp…in the maahi song!
Emraan Hashmi: thanks a ton sneha.

Samira: how old were u when u had ur first crush?
Emraan Hashmi: Samira, i started off pretty young and i was 4 at that time.

Samira: how old were u when u had ur first crush?
Emraan Hashmi: Samira, i started off pretty young and i was 4 at that time.

sweet1984: among the current actresses, who do u think is the most beautiful?
Emraan Hashmi: among the current actresses i think Ash is the best

Hammadkhan: which Hollywood actor have you always idolized ?
Emraan Hashmi: Johnny Depp … this is the guy i have always idolized.

Kareena smooches Akshay

2010-05-04T14:54:00.000+05:30

Kareena Kapoor is not only adding glam to her upcoming flick Kambaqt Ishq by wearing a bathsuit, she has also indulged in a steamy liplock with co-actor Akshay Kumar in the movie. Now our young Bebo was not quite comfortable with the idea of kissing her 40+ year old co-star, the reason was that Akki was Bollywood Pimp!

Shilpa Shetty turns 34, celebrates birthday with beau

2010-05-04T14:52:00.002+05:30

Missing from Mumbai on her 34th birthday, Shilpa Shetty is where she should be – in the arms of her beau Raj Kundra in London. After the busy IPL schedule in South Africa, Shilpa has been holidaying in London and plans to celebrate her birthday today with her boyfriend.

Katrina records nursery rhymes, will build school for toddlers in Madurai

2010-05-04T14:51:00.000+05:30

On April 7, Katrina Kaif recorded an album of nursery rhymes for the music company Sa Ra Ga Ma. The entire earnings from the album would be used to build a school for toddlers in Madurai. This is the first time in her life that Katrina has sung professionally.

Manisha Koirala all set for new married life

2010-05-04T14:49:00.000+05:30

Bollywood diva Manisha Koirala, who is all set to tie the knot with Nepali businessman Samrat Dahal June 19, says she will definitely have a home in Nepal after marriage and looks forward to spending more time with her parents too.

Ash on Fear Factor

2010-05-04T14:45:00.000+05:30

Mani Ratnam’s Raavan has been generating quite a lot of buzz. Shot in the dense Chalakudy jungle in Kerala, the shoot was so difficult that Ash, drenched in water and mud most of the time, compared it to being on the show, Fear Factor .

Heavy rains and dense jungles notwithstanding, snakes and leeches all around didn’t made it any easier! Aishwarya plays a classical dance teacher in the film, called Ragini, who is abducted by Abhishek and hidden in the forest. South superstar Vikram plays Ash’s husband.

Preity and Shilpa in trouble

2010-04-28T21:52:00.000+05:30

IPL Divas Preity Zinta and Shilpa Shetty would have never even imagined that they would end up in a mess after the IPL was over. Bad enough that their teams performed pathetically in the entire season, but now they have to go through some problems! Apparently, there were questions being raised about the ownership of RR and Shilpa posted on the twitter page that she is only the brand ambassador of the team. Preity Zinta faces similar problems. Watch the video to get to the bottom of the well and find out how these pretty ladies are going to 'dodge the ball'

What connects Sushmita and Shahid

2010-04-28T21:50:00.000+05:30

Stars have their own obsessions when it comes to food. Some like to maintain a very strict diet while some like to let their hair down when it comes to eating. We researched a bit and found out what the stars were addicted to, as far as food goes. Shah Rukh, as everyone knows, is addicted to chocolate and so is Riteish Deshmukh. While Lara Dutta like to have fruit and raisin candies and bars, Priyanka Chopra like to hog on junk food! Amitabh Bachchan cannot resist hot chocolate and Katrina goes for fruit salads! Sukhwinder Singh downs a glass of milk whenever he gets an opportunity to! But, what's interesting is that Sushmita and Shahid are obsessed with the same kind of drink!

Priyanka, John in cool Coorg

2010-04-28T21:46:00.002+05:30

It’s destination Coorg for the Saat Khoon Maaf team, with director Vishal Bhardwaj commencing shooting for the film near Virajpet. John Abraham and Priyanka Chopra, along with Vishal, have checked into an exotic resort in Coorg located 5 km from Madikere.

When TOI spoke to the owner of the resort, R Arvind, he sounded excited about their stay. “They’ve booked the entire resort for the next 50 days,” says Arvind, adding, “Vishal checked in four days ago and he seemed to be enjoying every moment.”

Priyanka and John checked in last Saturday with Anu Kapoor, Usha Uthup and Naseeruddin Shah’s youngest son, Vivaan Shah. The lead pair also enjoyed the IPL final together and tucked into seafood at the resort. A source tells us, “An old church has been recreated on location for the shoot. It took almost a month to put up the edifice, which is reminiscent of the ’20s architecture.”

Apparently, Vishal is happy with the quiet nature of the shooting spot. “He hopes that it’ll be maintained till they complete the schedule in Coorg,” says our source.While John flew back to Mumbai on Monday after two days of filming, Priyanka is the cynosure of all eyes now.