Here is the first look poster of malaika shewrawat’s upcoming movie hisss which is directed by jennifer lynch.
do you think it is scary????
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Saif whisks Kareena off for a Special Holiday
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor, are presently in New york, shooting for Rensil D' Silva's film. They will finish the schedule in the next few days and the Chote Nawab plans to whisk away his beloved for a 10-day luxurious holiday in Italy's exclusive resort the 16th century Villa D'Este, on the shores of Lake Como in Cernobbio.
The villa has housed celebrities like Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Greta Garbo, Gregory Peck, Clark Gable, Eddie Murphy, Liza Minelli, Sylvester Stallone and Bing Crosby amongst others. Alfred Hitchcock shot his first movie The Pleasure Garden here.
Says a source close to the couple, "Kareena has not been keeping well so Saif decided it was time for her to take a break. He called their business manager Zahid and cancelled all her work commitments for the next two weeks. Except for a brief Swiss holiday in Christmas, the actress has been busy with her films, shows and endorsements for a major part of the year. Kareena has also some big releases coming this year including Karan Johar's home productions directed by Rensil D'Silva and the one with Kajol and Raj Kumar Hirani's 3 Idiots."
The source adds that Saif is making all the travel arrangements. It will be their first time in Florence. He zeroed in on Florence as he loves it's old world charm and magnificent architecture of its chapels and churches. Seeing Michelangelo's paintings in Florence is also a part of the itenary.
The Prince of Pataudi is quite excited about their stay at the Villa d'Este. The source adds, "Although it is super-expensive, that was not an issue. Saif feels it's a well-deserved break and wants to make the trip special. Last time, he had booked an entire chalet in the Swiss Alps. Saif has made Bebo understand the importance of balancing her private and professional life. She won't be taking any phone calls during the holiday. It's all about fun."
Kareena says, "Yes, it's true Saif and I are shortly leaving for our Italian holiday soon but it's private and I wouldn't like to divulge the details of our stay."
The villa has housed celebrities like Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Greta Garbo, Gregory Peck, Clark Gable, Eddie Murphy, Liza Minelli, Sylvester Stallone and Bing Crosby amongst others. Alfred Hitchcock shot his first movie The Pleasure Garden here.
Says a source close to the couple, "Kareena has not been keeping well so Saif decided it was time for her to take a break. He called their business manager Zahid and cancelled all her work commitments for the next two weeks. Except for a brief Swiss holiday in Christmas, the actress has been busy with her films, shows and endorsements for a major part of the year. Kareena has also some big releases coming this year including Karan Johar's home productions directed by Rensil D'Silva and the one with Kajol and Raj Kumar Hirani's 3 Idiots."
The source adds that Saif is making all the travel arrangements. It will be their first time in Florence. He zeroed in on Florence as he loves it's old world charm and magnificent architecture of its chapels and churches. Seeing Michelangelo's paintings in Florence is also a part of the itenary.
The Prince of Pataudi is quite excited about their stay at the Villa d'Este. The source adds, "Although it is super-expensive, that was not an issue. Saif feels it's a well-deserved break and wants to make the trip special. Last time, he had booked an entire chalet in the Swiss Alps. Saif has made Bebo understand the importance of balancing her private and professional life. She won't be taking any phone calls during the holiday. It's all about fun."
Kareena says, "Yes, it's true Saif and I are shortly leaving for our Italian holiday soon but it's private and I wouldn't like to divulge the details of our stay."
Shahrukh stepping Into Aamir's Shoes
As fate has it, Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan are in the news again. The superstars are not at each other especially after bonding big time over the Cinema multiplex-producers crisis but it seems Shahrukh has been tempted to step into Aamir's shoes.
The news is doing the rounds that Shahrukh is going to replace Aamir in a new film by Reema Kagtis. It is said that Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani had a fall-out with Aamir over terms of the film, as Aamir demanded a whopping fee and certain percentage of the profit. The fall-out happened on the sets of 3 Idiots where Ritesh had come to finalise the deal. He left the sets disappointed, as he couldn't buy the terms and conditions laid down by the actor.
It may be recalled that Farhan, Ritesh and Aamir were like family and their film Dil Chahta Hai was a huge hit. Now, it looks like their relationship will be affected by this turn out. Ritesh Sidhwani confirmed that they were supposed to work with Aamir but had fallen out over his unacceptable demands. However, he refused to confirm if Shahrukh is replacing Aamir. He said that they would announce very soon if Shahrukh is in the film.
On the other hand, sources close to Aamir claimed that the actor never works for money or friends. It added that he turned down the offer as he didn't like the script.
Well, nobody can hide the truth. Keep a watch on this space!
The news is doing the rounds that Shahrukh is going to replace Aamir in a new film by Reema Kagtis. It is said that Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani had a fall-out with Aamir over terms of the film, as Aamir demanded a whopping fee and certain percentage of the profit. The fall-out happened on the sets of 3 Idiots where Ritesh had come to finalise the deal. He left the sets disappointed, as he couldn't buy the terms and conditions laid down by the actor.
It may be recalled that Farhan, Ritesh and Aamir were like family and their film Dil Chahta Hai was a huge hit. Now, it looks like their relationship will be affected by this turn out. Ritesh Sidhwani confirmed that they were supposed to work with Aamir but had fallen out over his unacceptable demands. However, he refused to confirm if Shahrukh is replacing Aamir. He said that they would announce very soon if Shahrukh is in the film.
On the other hand, sources close to Aamir claimed that the actor never works for money or friends. It added that he turned down the offer as he didn't like the script.
Well, nobody can hide the truth. Keep a watch on this space!
Salman Khan brings Awareness for Hot and Run in Ad
Salman khan’s drink and driving scandal is still fresh in people’s memory when he drove rashly and ran over some poor people and ran away from the spot ironically the same salman khan is doing a ad to bring awareness for hit and run cases.
in this ad he tells people not to leave the victims on roads to be dead. stay there and try to help them out. he conveys the message not to drive when you are drunk.
A source says, “The ad talks about how people just ignore those who are in distress on roads when hit by someone. It shows a man hit by a vehicle who is left to die.”
Nikhil Saini who directs the ad says, Yes, Salman has done a 90-second ad with us. After the story unfolds, Salman comes to give a public service message. He is wearing ‘Being human’ shirt and he says, “Apni zimmidari se mat bhagiye. Responsible aur zimmedar logo ki zaroorat hai is desh ko.” The ad also has Vipin Sharma, (Darsheel Safary’s father in Tare Zameen Par) and Shailendra Gaur, in it. We are quite hopeful of driving home the point.”
well lets see if people take him seriously.
I don’t want to be just Arm Candy: Sonam Kapoor
Sonam Kapoor is all for getting into the commercial groove after doing off-beat films and says she won’t mind playing Lara Dutta’s role in “No Entry” or Priyanka Chopra’s character in “Dostana”. But she is clear that she doesn’t want to be seen as just “arm candy” in song and dance sequences.
“I’m all game for doing movies that are set in commercial parlance,” said Sonam, who is choosing her projects carefully.
“I’m all game for doing movies that are set in commercial parlance,” said Sonam, who is choosing her projects carefully.
“It’s a misconception that after films like ‘Saawariya’ and ‘Delhi-6′, I’m only looking at films with serious overtones. All I look for is meat in my role.”
“See, I have never looked down upon hardcore commercial cinema. It’s just that I never wish to be an arm candy who does four songs, a couple of scenes and then vanishes away from screen. Those are not at all the kind of roles that excite me,” added Sonam, who will be seen in her father Anil Kapoor’s home production titled “Ayesha”.
The 23-year-old may have suffered two box office failures in the “Delhi-6″ and “Saawariya”, but that hasn’t hampered her passion for movies.
“Give me a meaningful role and I will do it even if it is hardcore commercial. Who says Bollywood masala movies do not have good roles for heroines? Look at what Lara Dutta did in ‘No Entry’. Now that’s a kind of role that I certainly don’t mind doing,” she said.
Any other reference points?
“Priyanka Chopra’s role in ‘Dostana’,” she said promptly. “She was so good in the movie and the character was extremely well-written as well.”
Incidentally, Lara had played Anil’s wife in “No Entry” while Sonam’s “Delhi-6″ co-star Abhishek Bachchan was seen with Priyanka in “Dostana”.
Mumbai, April 30 (IANS)
SRK chosen over Akki to perform at big fat Indian Wedding
Shah Rukh Khan has arrived back in India from South Africa and he has lot of things on his agenda. Most importantly he is back just in time for the voting day in Mumbai which falls on April 30th.
He is also planning to host a big bash for Hollywood star Gerald Butler of the film 300 fame but that apart he is here to perform at a big fat Indian wedding ceremony taking place in Mumbai at the Kamla Mills Compound on Thursday April 30th evening. It is learnt that it was Akshay Kumar whom the organisers had approached first but when the Khiladi Kumar quoted an astronomical price, the organisers roped in the King Khan who came cheaper. This wedding is of famous builder Kanti Govani’s nephew. SRK’s performance has been termed as The King Khan Nite. The next day that is on May 1st it will be music director Pritam Nite followed by Hollywood stuntmen performances including a huge explosion. The actual wedding shall take place on Sunday May 3rd morning.
He is also planning to host a big bash for Hollywood star Gerald Butler of the film 300 fame but that apart he is here to perform at a big fat Indian wedding ceremony taking place in Mumbai at the Kamla Mills Compound on Thursday April 30th evening. It is learnt that it was Akshay Kumar whom the organisers had approached first but when the Khiladi Kumar quoted an astronomical price, the organisers roped in the King Khan who came cheaper. This wedding is of famous builder Kanti Govani’s nephew. SRK’s performance has been termed as The King Khan Nite. The next day that is on May 1st it will be music director Pritam Nite followed by Hollywood stuntmen performances including a huge explosion. The actual wedding shall take place on Sunday May 3rd morning.
Sources reveal, “SRK has been dancing at weddings and earning big moolah for years now and he has non apologetic about it. His price is reportedly around Rs 3-4 crore for such performances. This time, he shall be performing with three of Bollywood’s top heroines. Though the names haven’t been confirmed, there is strong buzz that Rani Mukherjee, Bipasha Basu and Celina Jaitley are scheduled to perform along side SRK. Akki had earlier danced for the wedding of Kanti Govani’s son and had made a entry that time on a horse back. Salman Khan too had performed that time and was reportedly gifted a sports car for his act.”
Well it seems the stars have various options forever ready to kill the recession blues. -Sampurn Media
Preity and Neil to feature in a timepiece ad
It is not only films where young actors are being paired opposite older actresses. After working in films with Rimii Sen and Bipasha Basu, Neil is now teaming up with an actress older than him for an ad film.
He is endorsing an Italian luxury watch with Preity Zinta. The actress shot for the ad two days before leaving for the IPL in South Africa.
Says a source from the brand, "Neil was the only option for this ad because of his international looks.
His stubble gives him a rugged look, which is what the client was looking for. And Priety was selected for her strong presence in the international market and for her sophistication."
He is endorsing an Italian luxury watch with Preity Zinta. The actress shot for the ad two days before leaving for the IPL in South Africa.
Says a source from the brand, "Neil was the only option for this ad because of his international looks.
His stubble gives him a rugged look, which is what the client was looking for. And Priety was selected for her strong presence in the international market and for her sophistication."
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Amitabh refused to work with Abhishek!
The Amitabh-Abhishek combination has always worked very well on screen (Sarkar, Sarkar Raj, KANK), then why did Sr. Bachchan refuse to work with Jr. Bachchan in Sujoy Ghosh’s ‘Aladin’? Apparently it was Amitabh who requested Sujoy not to cast his son Abhishek along with him in the film!
Filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh (of ‘Jhankaar Beats’ fame) revealed, “One afternoon when I was narrating the first draft of ‘Aladin’ to Mr. Bachchan, the initial script caught his attention but he was also quick to state; “Sounds interesting... but let’s not consider Abhishek for Aladin’s role. We are already doing a few films together... so let’s take a fresh face this time”. That’s how we thought of casting Riteish. Riteish is a very close friend of Abhishek and thus bonded very well with Amitabh.
We hope the new 'Aladin – Genie' combination will create magic at the box-office too.
Filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh (of ‘Jhankaar Beats’ fame) revealed, “One afternoon when I was narrating the first draft of ‘Aladin’ to Mr. Bachchan, the initial script caught his attention but he was also quick to state; “Sounds interesting... but let’s not consider Abhishek for Aladin’s role. We are already doing a few films together... so let’s take a fresh face this time”. That’s how we thought of casting Riteish. Riteish is a very close friend of Abhishek and thus bonded very well with Amitabh.
We hope the new 'Aladin – Genie' combination will create magic at the box-office too.
Amitabh Bachchan Turns Stylist
Amitabh Bachchan has always been a trend-setter, but this time he goes a step further by adding a personal touch to his character.
While planning a shoot for a special number for his forthcoming film ‘Aladin’, directed by Sujoy Ghosh, Mr. Bachchan suggested doing his own styling for the song’s picturisation.
Apparently Mr. Bachchan was extremely excited about the groovy track picturised on himself and Riteish Deshmukh and while planning the shoot for the peppy number, expressed his desire to contribute to the song in his very own way: by choosing his own outfit for it!
Of course, the director willingly agreed and Mr. Bachchan went on to chose a deep red velvet jacket which added that extra touch of grandeur to his already larger-than-life persona in the film.
Now that’s what we call flaunting your style with panache!
While planning a shoot for a special number for his forthcoming film ‘Aladin’, directed by Sujoy Ghosh, Mr. Bachchan suggested doing his own styling for the song’s picturisation.
Apparently Mr. Bachchan was extremely excited about the groovy track picturised on himself and Riteish Deshmukh and while planning the shoot for the peppy number, expressed his desire to contribute to the song in his very own way: by choosing his own outfit for it!
Of course, the director willingly agreed and Mr. Bachchan went on to chose a deep red velvet jacket which added that extra touch of grandeur to his already larger-than-life persona in the film.
Now that’s what we call flaunting your style with panache!
Mayawati is India's Most Stylish Neta
Mumbai: They are India's topmost politicians, but do they make the cut when it comes to fashion? MiD DAY fashion editor Shweta Shiware analyses the sartorial sense of our netas
Sonia Gandhi, Congress
She is the most dignified leader in the country when it comes to dressing. Almost complimenting her personal outlook to politics, her wardrobe isn't drenched in superficial sulk. Sonia understands the importance of subtle perfection: her hair is simply done, but never out of place, the understated handloom saris or Tassar churidar-kurtas are never without an absence of colour, and her shoes are classic peep-toe wedges.
Tip: It would be interesting to see her in something younger; maybe well-cut pencil pants worn under a knee-length tunic.
J Jayalalithaa, AIADMK
The one-time glam girl of south Indian cinema now shrouds herself in saris, sometimes shielded with a bullet-proof cape from the same fabric. The owner of 10,000 sarees and 750 pairs of shoes, as one raid at her residence revealed, tends to resort to dark monotones, which is smart considering her girth.
Tip: The occasional floral prints she sports needs to be put aside. When in doubt, wear black. Especially when you are 61 and overweight.
Narendra Modi, BJP
The man with a mission to corporatise brand India isn't averse to brands. Bulgari rimless glasses, Mont Blanc pens and designer flat-dial watches are constant companions, even when he's launching a verbal blitzkrieg against Sonia Gandhi's Italian lineage. In Gujarat, he has single-handedly rechristened his trademark half-sleeve cotton bush shirt as the Modi Kurta and his double-strapped flat, brown chappals as Modi Chappals.
Tip: His charisma overshadows the style glitches, but maybe Modi without the facial hair would be a surprise.
Omar Abdullah, National Conference
He's got age on his side, not to mention taste. So whether Omar dresses in a crisp blue shirt worn under a knit cardigan, a pinstripe shirt with a blazing red tie, a dressy sherwani or a well-fitted jacket, he looks dapper. It will be interesting to see him opt for the jeans-Polo shirt-Ray Ban Aviators avatar.
Tip: Can we get a hairstylist to rid him of that peak of hair that juts out like a peninsula into an ocean of baldness?
Raj Thackeray, MNS
The man who caused havoc for North Indians is surprisingly diminutive in stature. We love the spin he gives to a drab shirt when he contrasts it with a sleeveless sweater bearing a flash of colour and designer sunglasses.
Tip: While he needs the kurta to connect with the Marathi manoos, nothing stops him from adding an edge to draw in the youth by slipping on a pair of rugged denims underneath.
Priya Dutt, Congress
Priya's non-committal approach to everything conventional, including the outdated whites and sarees, asserts itself muscularly to make her a woman who isn't afraid of wearing pants to Parliament or sporting a chunky wrist watch at a political rally. She combines the traditional with modern when she teams a hand-block printed kurti in vivacious blue with denim and girly, floral slip-ons.
Tip: How about adding some designer jazz to ordinary kurtis, perhaps a Monisha Jaising kurti in glamorous chamois?
P Chidambaram, Congress
The comforting waft of filter kapi wafts into our living rooms whenever the home minister appears on TV. Whether he's presenting the budget or visiting heads of state abroad, he never ditches the mundu (lungi). His ethnicity has made him an unconventional style icon, even for lifestyle magazine editors like N Radhakrishnan, who revealed his desire to feature him on the cover of Man's World.
Tip: The saucer spectacles must go. A sleeker frame was in order a decade ago, Chidu.
L K Advani, BJP
The PM aspirant comes across as rigid as far as his wardrobe goes. He rarely deviates from the kurta-pyjama-Nehru jacket combo; the only change is the colour of the jacket beige, black or slate.
Tip: A quick way to alter his look would be to invest in a new pair of spectacle frames. The current ones are way too large. A slim, rimless pair would be classier.
Lalu Prasad Yadav, RJD
He loves his khadi kurta-pyjama that he jazzes up with a Nehru jacket or a snug cardigan that accentuates his belly. On special occasions, he might want to try chic raw silk kurtas, Javed Akhtar style.
Tip: A trip to a salon, not the local hajaam, is in order. The excess and unruly hair on the head and ears needs to be taken care of. A crop that's styled with stronghold gel, swept to the side rather than falling in a tapeli-cut, should do the trick.
Varun Gandhi, BJP
While the Chinese-collared kurtas might be his way to blend with the experienced, he's alienating GenY.
Tip: Who sports a centre parting unless you are still reeling under the Tere Naam craze? A sleeker, buzzed haircut will make his face look less chubby.
Mayawati, BSP
The good thing is no matter how gawky she is, she's unique. The full-sleeved nylon salwar kameez, with a dupatta slung around her neck and heavy gold bangles rarely leave her. If she would only up the quality of the fabric (try Tassar silk or a handwoven cotton-silk blend) and ditch the bangles for a subtle, matte gold bracelet, or a pair of solitaires, she wouldn't look like she's trying too hard.
Tip: We're glad she cut the ponytail, but she needs to style her hair. The current top-heavy crop adds weight to her face.
Rahul Gandhi, Congress
Rahul's quiet charm provokes a flurry of naughty thoughts. His signature starched white kurta-pyjama is teamed with footwear that best suits the task at hand sneakers for the Olympian pace at rallies, loafers for Parliament, and platform sandals worn with jeans when he permits himself to socialise.
Tip: We've heard that a tediously worked-out six-pack lies beneath the kurta. Perhaps a linen shirt over worn-out denims will help us get closer to veracity.
Sonia Gandhi, CongressShe is the most dignified leader in the country when it comes to dressing. Almost complimenting her personal outlook to politics, her wardrobe isn't drenched in superficial sulk. Sonia understands the importance of subtle perfection: her hair is simply done, but never out of place, the understated handloom saris or Tassar churidar-kurtas are never without an absence of colour, and her shoes are classic peep-toe wedges.
Tip: It would be interesting to see her in something younger; maybe well-cut pencil pants worn under a knee-length tunic.
J Jayalalithaa, AIADMK
The one-time glam girl of south Indian cinema now shrouds herself in saris, sometimes shielded with a bullet-proof cape from the same fabric. The owner of 10,000 sarees and 750 pairs of shoes, as one raid at her residence revealed, tends to resort to dark monotones, which is smart considering her girth.
Tip: The occasional floral prints she sports needs to be put aside. When in doubt, wear black. Especially when you are 61 and overweight.
Narendra Modi, BJP
The man with a mission to corporatise brand India isn't averse to brands. Bulgari rimless glasses, Mont Blanc pens and designer flat-dial watches are constant companions, even when he's launching a verbal blitzkrieg against Sonia Gandhi's Italian lineage. In Gujarat, he has single-handedly rechristened his trademark half-sleeve cotton bush shirt as the Modi Kurta and his double-strapped flat, brown chappals as Modi Chappals.
Tip: His charisma overshadows the style glitches, but maybe Modi without the facial hair would be a surprise.
Omar Abdullah, National ConferenceHe's got age on his side, not to mention taste. So whether Omar dresses in a crisp blue shirt worn under a knit cardigan, a pinstripe shirt with a blazing red tie, a dressy sherwani or a well-fitted jacket, he looks dapper. It will be interesting to see him opt for the jeans-Polo shirt-Ray Ban Aviators avatar.
Tip: Can we get a hairstylist to rid him of that peak of hair that juts out like a peninsula into an ocean of baldness?
Raj Thackeray, MNSThe man who caused havoc for North Indians is surprisingly diminutive in stature. We love the spin he gives to a drab shirt when he contrasts it with a sleeveless sweater bearing a flash of colour and designer sunglasses.
Tip: While he needs the kurta to connect with the Marathi manoos, nothing stops him from adding an edge to draw in the youth by slipping on a pair of rugged denims underneath.
Priya Dutt, CongressPriya's non-committal approach to everything conventional, including the outdated whites and sarees, asserts itself muscularly to make her a woman who isn't afraid of wearing pants to Parliament or sporting a chunky wrist watch at a political rally. She combines the traditional with modern when she teams a hand-block printed kurti in vivacious blue with denim and girly, floral slip-ons.
Tip: How about adding some designer jazz to ordinary kurtis, perhaps a Monisha Jaising kurti in glamorous chamois?
P Chidambaram, Congress
The comforting waft of filter kapi wafts into our living rooms whenever the home minister appears on TV. Whether he's presenting the budget or visiting heads of state abroad, he never ditches the mundu (lungi). His ethnicity has made him an unconventional style icon, even for lifestyle magazine editors like N Radhakrishnan, who revealed his desire to feature him on the cover of Man's World.
Tip: The saucer spectacles must go. A sleeker frame was in order a decade ago, Chidu.
L K Advani, BJP
The PM aspirant comes across as rigid as far as his wardrobe goes. He rarely deviates from the kurta-pyjama-Nehru jacket combo; the only change is the colour of the jacket beige, black or slate.
Tip: A quick way to alter his look would be to invest in a new pair of spectacle frames. The current ones are way too large. A slim, rimless pair would be classier.
Lalu Prasad Yadav, RJD
He loves his khadi kurta-pyjama that he jazzes up with a Nehru jacket or a snug cardigan that accentuates his belly. On special occasions, he might want to try chic raw silk kurtas, Javed Akhtar style.
Tip: A trip to a salon, not the local hajaam, is in order. The excess and unruly hair on the head and ears needs to be taken care of. A crop that's styled with stronghold gel, swept to the side rather than falling in a tapeli-cut, should do the trick.
Varun Gandhi, BJP
While the Chinese-collared kurtas might be his way to blend with the experienced, he's alienating GenY.
Tip: Who sports a centre parting unless you are still reeling under the Tere Naam craze? A sleeker, buzzed haircut will make his face look less chubby.
Mayawati, BSPThe good thing is no matter how gawky she is, she's unique. The full-sleeved nylon salwar kameez, with a dupatta slung around her neck and heavy gold bangles rarely leave her. If she would only up the quality of the fabric (try Tassar silk or a handwoven cotton-silk blend) and ditch the bangles for a subtle, matte gold bracelet, or a pair of solitaires, she wouldn't look like she's trying too hard.
Tip: We're glad she cut the ponytail, but she needs to style her hair. The current top-heavy crop adds weight to her face.
Rahul Gandhi, Congress
Rahul's quiet charm provokes a flurry of naughty thoughts. His signature starched white kurta-pyjama is teamed with footwear that best suits the task at hand sneakers for the Olympian pace at rallies, loafers for Parliament, and platform sandals worn with jeans when he permits himself to socialise.
Tip: We've heard that a tediously worked-out six-pack lies beneath the kurta. Perhaps a linen shirt over worn-out denims will help us get closer to veracity.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Minissha Lamba has no love for Vivek
After replacing Tara Sharma in Rensil D'silva's Jehaad, now Minissha Lamba is also out. As reported in HiTLIST, Feburary 17, 'Tara"s pregnant, replaced by Minissha", now it comes to light that the actress is out because of her reluctance to shoot intimate scenes with co-star Vivek Oberoi.
A source reveals, "Minissha was very happy to have bagged a role in Jehaad, courtesy. Although it was only had a ten minute role, but couldn't stop bragging about it, since she was shooting for a film which was backed by Karan Johar's production house. But now, she is no longer part of the film.
The source continues, "The role demanded intimate scenes between her and Vivek. She was open to that but refused to do a kissing scene with the actor.
This didn't go down well with the director and he spoke to the production house to have her replaced. Minissha, who wasn't in favour of this kiss refused to reconsider, ensuring an exit as the only option."
Jehaad is a romantic thriller set against the backdrop of global terrorism. The movie stars Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor in the lead. The supporting cast also includes Kirron Kher, Om Puri and some talented new faces.
Minissha and Jehaad director Rensil both remained unavailable for comment.
Tara Sharma adds, "Rensil had given me a briefing but we hadn't spoken about the intimate or kissing scene at length.
He knew I wouldn't be comfortable, and he did talk about working around it out minus the kissing scene as the script really didn't demand it."
A source reveals, "Minissha was very happy to have bagged a role in Jehaad, courtesy. Although it was only had a ten minute role, but couldn't stop bragging about it, since she was shooting for a film which was backed by Karan Johar's production house. But now, she is no longer part of the film.
The source continues, "The role demanded intimate scenes between her and Vivek. She was open to that but refused to do a kissing scene with the actor.
This didn't go down well with the director and he spoke to the production house to have her replaced. Minissha, who wasn't in favour of this kiss refused to reconsider, ensuring an exit as the only option."
Jehaad is a romantic thriller set against the backdrop of global terrorism. The movie stars Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor in the lead. The supporting cast also includes Kirron Kher, Om Puri and some talented new faces.
Minissha and Jehaad director Rensil both remained unavailable for comment.
Tara Sharma adds, "Rensil had given me a briefing but we hadn't spoken about the intimate or kissing scene at length.
He knew I wouldn't be comfortable, and he did talk about working around it out minus the kissing scene as the script really didn't demand it."
K3G - Karan, Kajol, Kareena Gang
Our source revealed, “Kajol and Kareena have been finalised for Karan Johar’s forthcoming film, which will start once the actors are free from their on-going films.”
The film, which is yet untitled is based on the Hollywood film, Stepmom (1998), starring Susan Sarandon and Julia Roberts. The shooting of the film will begin as soon as Kajol wraps up the shoot of Karan’s My Name Is Khan, opposite Shah Rukh Khan.
Karan Johar
So how did the casting come about? “Karan, who is directing Kajol in My Name Is Khan is very happy with her work. The same holds true for Kareena, who is working opposite Saif Ali Khan in a project directed by Rensil D’Silva,” said the source.
When queried about Kareena’s presence in Karan’s film, Kareena’s secretary maintained a diplomatic stand and said, “Kareena would never say no to Karan.”
Monday, April 27, 2009
Abhay Deol Kisses Mystery girl in New York
Abhay Deol, who is currently in New York, was spotted playing tonsil hockey with a young Indian girl at JFK airport last week.An eye-witness present at the airport reveals that Abhay was at the airport to see off the girl who was on her way back to Mumbai.
Abhay and his mystery gal entered the airport together holding hands. The actor was wearing a hat, his trademark Dev D glares, a casual shirt with blue jeans and high boot. The source describes that the two exchanged "a lover's kiss that says I will miss you, come back soon" Deol looked reluctant to let her go.
Since it was New York, both Abhay and the girl were carefree and didn't attempt to refrain from PDA. But when a few Indian fans approached him for autographs, he distanced himself from the girl. And when he posed for some photographs with them, he made sure his girl was nowhere in the frame.
The source adds, "Abhay carried her hand bag while she checked in. He lifted her up in his arms before she left and kissed her on the lips before she went for her security check, and then he watched her till he lost sight of her."
Our source who was on the same flight informs that at Mumbai airport, she was greeted by her mom and her sister at the airport and were later seen driving off in a red car.
Abhay and his mystery gal entered the airport together holding hands. The actor was wearing a hat, his trademark Dev D glares, a casual shirt with blue jeans and high boot. The source describes that the two exchanged "a lover's kiss that says I will miss you, come back soon" Deol looked reluctant to let her go.
Since it was New York, both Abhay and the girl were carefree and didn't attempt to refrain from PDA. But when a few Indian fans approached him for autographs, he distanced himself from the girl. And when he posed for some photographs with them, he made sure his girl was nowhere in the frame.
The source adds, "Abhay carried her hand bag while she checked in. He lifted her up in his arms before she left and kissed her on the lips before she went for her security check, and then he watched her till he lost sight of her."
Our source who was on the same flight informs that at Mumbai airport, she was greeted by her mom and her sister at the airport and were later seen driving off in a red car.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Mailicious, Aamir idiot-ic!
Nitin Desai is appalled that a mail, supposedly sent by him blasting Aamir Khan, is being circulated in the media Art director, Nitin Desai is in a state of shock. A mail is being circulated with his name in which he questions Aamir Khan’s knowledge of the on-going distributors’ and exhibitors’ conflict. The mail is a link to the blog which, apparently, Nitin Desai has written criticising Aamir for his lack of knowledge and his mannerisms.
The content of the mail makes acerbic remarks at Aamir’s genius clearly indicating that contrary to perception, Aamir is not the intelligent actor that people make him out to be.
It also accuses Aamir of asking for larger share from the profits of Ghajini. It makes fun of Vashu Bhagnani, who was moved by Aamir’s “offer to clean toilets in single screens so that the release of his son Jackky’s debut movie is not impacted”.
A stunned Nitin Desai said, “I have absolutely no clue about what you are saying. Who is that Nitin Desai? I have worked with Aamir and have high regard for him. Who am I to point out Aamir’s mistakes? I am too small to take any panga with Aamir. There has to be some mistake or some mischief. I have got nothing to do with it and I have no clue about who is using my name to spread such things.”
Desai added, “I am too busy with my work, making my sets and creating new ideas for the same. I definitely have no clue whatsoever and have no time to write blogs and blame Aamir Khan for anything.”
Excerpts from the letter
...Mr Vashu Bhagnani is choking with emotion with Aamir’s magnanimous offer to clean toilets in single screens so that the release of his son Jackky’s movie is not impacted.
Sorry to spoil this moment for you Mr Bhagnani but do you not realise that Aamir has nothing to lose if Jackky’s movie flops because it could not be released in multiplexes?? Aamir’s skiing away in pretentious Montana while you are losing money and perhaps your son’s careeer to an unjustified cause.
His movie Three Idiots does not release until December so obviously he can sit back and have the last laugh on the snow laden slopes of the mountains while everyone else bows down to his ‘idiotic’ whims and fancies.
The content of the mail makes acerbic remarks at Aamir’s genius clearly indicating that contrary to perception, Aamir is not the intelligent actor that people make him out to be.
It also accuses Aamir of asking for larger share from the profits of Ghajini. It makes fun of Vashu Bhagnani, who was moved by Aamir’s “offer to clean toilets in single screens so that the release of his son Jackky’s debut movie is not impacted”.
A stunned Nitin Desai said, “I have absolutely no clue about what you are saying. Who is that Nitin Desai? I have worked with Aamir and have high regard for him. Who am I to point out Aamir’s mistakes? I am too small to take any panga with Aamir. There has to be some mistake or some mischief. I have got nothing to do with it and I have no clue about who is using my name to spread such things.”
Desai added, “I am too busy with my work, making my sets and creating new ideas for the same. I definitely have no clue whatsoever and have no time to write blogs and blame Aamir Khan for anything.”
Excerpts from the letter
...Mr Vashu Bhagnani is choking with emotion with Aamir’s magnanimous offer to clean toilets in single screens so that the release of his son Jackky’s movie is not impacted.
Sorry to spoil this moment for you Mr Bhagnani but do you not realise that Aamir has nothing to lose if Jackky’s movie flops because it could not be released in multiplexes?? Aamir’s skiing away in pretentious Montana while you are losing money and perhaps your son’s careeer to an unjustified cause.
His movie Three Idiots does not release until December so obviously he can sit back and have the last laugh on the snow laden slopes of the mountains while everyone else bows down to his ‘idiotic’ whims and fancies.
Mailicious, Aamir idiot-ic!
Nitin Desai is appalled that a mail, supposedly sent by him blasting Aamir Khan, is being circulated in
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Art director, Nitin Desai is in a state of shock. A mail is being circulated with his name in which he questions Aamir Khan’s knowledge of the on-going distributors’ and exhibitors’ conflict. The mail is a link to the blog which, apparently, Nitin Desai has written criticising Aamir for his lack of knowledge and his mannerisms.
The content of the mail makes acerbic remarks at Aamir’s genius clearly indicating that contrary to perception, Aamir is not the intelligent actor that people make him out to be.
It also accuses Aamir of asking for larger share from the profits of Ghajini. It makes fun of Vashu Bhagnani, who was moved by Aamir’s “offer to clean toilets in single screens so that the release of his son Jackky’s debut movie is not impacted”.
A stunned Nitin Desai said, “I have absolutely no clue about what you are saying. Who is that Nitin Desai? I have worked with Aamir and have high regard for him. Who am I to point out Aamir’s mistakes? I am too small to take any panga with Aamir. There has to be some mistake or some mischief. I have got nothing to do with it and I have no clue about who is using my name to spread such things.”
Desai added, “I am too busy with my work, making my sets and creating new ideas for the same. I definitely have no clue whatsoever and have no time to write blogs and blame Aamir Khan for anything.”
Excerpts from the letter
...Mr Vashu Bhagnani is choking with emotion with Aamir’s magnanimous offer to clean toilets in single screens so that the release of his son Jackky’s movie is not impacted.
Sorry to spoil this moment for you Mr Bhagnani but do you not realise that Aamir has nothing to lose if Jackky’s movie flops because it could not be released in multiplexes?? Aamir’s skiing away in pretentious Montana while you are losing money and perhaps your son’s careeer to an unjustified cause.
His movie Three Idiots does not release until December so obviously he can sit back and have the last laugh on the snow laden slopes of the mountains while everyone else bows down to his ‘idiotic’ whims and fancies.
Aamir Khan
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the media
Art director, Nitin Desai is in a state of shock. A mail is being circulated with his name in which he questions Aamir Khan’s knowledge of the on-going distributors’ and exhibitors’ conflict. The mail is a link to the blog which, apparently, Nitin Desai has written criticising Aamir for his lack of knowledge and his mannerisms.
The content of the mail makes acerbic remarks at Aamir’s genius clearly indicating that contrary to perception, Aamir is not the intelligent actor that people make him out to be.
It also accuses Aamir of asking for larger share from the profits of Ghajini. It makes fun of Vashu Bhagnani, who was moved by Aamir’s “offer to clean toilets in single screens so that the release of his son Jackky’s debut movie is not impacted”.
A stunned Nitin Desai said, “I have absolutely no clue about what you are saying. Who is that Nitin Desai? I have worked with Aamir and have high regard for him. Who am I to point out Aamir’s mistakes? I am too small to take any panga with Aamir. There has to be some mistake or some mischief. I have got nothing to do with it and I have no clue about who is using my name to spread such things.”
Desai added, “I am too busy with my work, making my sets and creating new ideas for the same. I definitely have no clue whatsoever and have no time to write blogs and blame Aamir Khan for anything.”
Excerpts from the letter
...Mr Vashu Bhagnani is choking with emotion with Aamir’s magnanimous offer to clean toilets in single screens so that the release of his son Jackky’s movie is not impacted.
Sorry to spoil this moment for you Mr Bhagnani but do you not realise that Aamir has nothing to lose if Jackky’s movie flops because it could not be released in multiplexes?? Aamir’s skiing away in pretentious Montana while you are losing money and perhaps your son’s careeer to an unjustified cause.
His movie Three Idiots does not release until December so obviously he can sit back and have the last laugh on the snow laden slopes of the mountains while everyone else bows down to his ‘idiotic’ whims and fancies.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Shooting of Total Ten film on Mumbai Terror Attacks Underway
On location shooting of forthcoming Bollywood film ‘Total Ten’ is underway in Mumbai.
The film would star Rajan Verma, who essays the role of Ajmal Amir Kasab, the lone terrorist caught alive during the Mumbai terror attack in November 2008.
Produced by Hari Om Sharam, Anand Pandrey and Kumar, Total Ten is budgeted at a meagre Rs. 3 crore and shows the journey of Kasab from Pakistan to the trial court in Mumbai.
The other actors performing the movie are Sudesh Berry, who plays Vijay Salaskar (former Senior Police officer and encounter specialist), Homi Wadia, who plays Hemant Karkare (former Chief of Mumbai anti-terrorist squad), Ashok Kulkarni, who plays Ashok Kamte (former Additional Commissioner of Mumbai police) and Ashish Vidyarthi, who plays Tukaram Ombale (former assistant sub-inspector of Mumbai Police).
All these brave men were killed while fighting the terrorists in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
Describing the theme of his movie, Surendar Suri said that Total Ten was a tribute to these Mumbai police officers who paid the ultimate price while fighting for their countrymen.
“The title of the film ‘Total Ten’ if you read then you will come to know that there were only ten Mumbai police officers who got Ashok Chakra (bravery awards) and only those people get Ashok Chakra who have performed some heroic deeds. So this film is my tribute to their bravery,” said Suri.
Rajan Verma said he believes that the movie will give a message to those youngsters who have gone off track but not to trod the path of terrorism.
“This is not a mere film but it’s a message from those terrorists who are churned out of so called terror factories. We don’t have to finish one terrorist but we have to close those terror factories. And these terror factories will stop when the raw material (the youngsters) supplied to them is stopped. Through this film I have to give a message to those youngsters who have gone astray not to become terrorists,” said Verma.
Kasab was one of 10 gunmen who arrived in Mumbai last November via sea route from Pakistan to terrorise the city, killing 166 people. (ANI)
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Shahrukh’s Mobile Number Out In Public
How will fans react when a superstar makes his mobile number public? Obviously, they will spin in to a dialing frenzy! Somthing similar happened recently, when UAE telecommunication provider du released an advertisement that listed Indian superstar Shahrukh Khan’s mobile number alongside endorsement of a product brand.
Three other celebrities from the Arab world are also endorsing the campaign. More than 8,000 calls with over 1,000 personal voice messages were recorded for the four celebrities, including Khan, du said in a statement.
However, it was not clear whether the campaign including all the four celebrities ran on the same day. Du said, “The number of calls almost went up 200 per cent on the second day itself”.
While several fans and movie buffs expressed disbelief and questioned the validity of the number, du said the number was genuine and not a marketing gimmick. For those who dialed the number, a taped message in Khan’s voice greeted then in Hindi that “Hi this is Shahrukh Khan. I can not take your call right now. Please leave your message and love”.
Three other celebrities from the Arab entertainment world, the creator of the animated housewives series Freej, Mohammed Saeed Hareb, leading jewelery designer Azza Al Qubaisi and famous Lebanese TV presenter George Kurdahi, are also part of the ad campaign.
Shahrukh and Aamir in Coke ad
Even though they are in regular war of words and have no plans of doing films together Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan could soon be seen together endorsing Coca Cola. Pepsi had recently dumped Shahrukh after a decade long association as it thought SRK being at the wrong side of 40 did not appeal to the youth. In its last 'Youngistan' campaign SRK was given a small role as compared to that of love birds Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone.
Shahrukh however isn't the star to sit home and look for an endorsement deal. Pepsi's biggest rival Coca Cola saw this as a huge opportunity and pounced on King Khan. Shahrukh even roped in Kolkata Knight Riders's star Saurav Ganguly and his team to endorse Sprite which is a Coke product. Aamir on has been associated with Coke for quite some time. Now the Cola giant has plans to cast both Aamir and Shahrukh in the same commercial.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Akshay Kumar Performs Stunt without cables
Akshay Kumar loves performing stunt sequences. From leaping off buildings to hanging out from choppers, he has done it all. And now, for Sajid Nadiadwala's Kambakkht Ishq, he performed yet another high voltage action sequence.
The action scene is his introductory scene in the film. He plays a stuntman in the film and is performing a stunt for actor Brandon Routh (Superman Returns). Akki jumped from a 5-storied building without any wires or cables. He landed on corrugated boxes, which are universally used for stunt sequences.
More realistic, please
Director Sabbir Khan reveals that the high-end action scene was coordinated by action director Spiros Razzatos, "The scene has Akshay smashing through a window of glass and falling through the fifth floor. He's the body double for Brandon. We rehearsed the scene with cables and wires but when it came for the final take, Akshay decided at the last minute, that he wanted to do the scene without them. He felt that way, it would look more realistic."
Sabbir says that the shot was intricate and had to be completed quickly. "Akshay rehearsed a few times, then went up and did in one take. He had to do it in one take as we have Brandon immediately standing at the same place in the same frame. I was very apprehensive there were no cables to help Akshay if things went wrong. I was very stressed. Of course, it's compulsory to have a doctor, first aid and a huge medical set-up on the sets... I guess Akshay wanted to prove that he's the original action star and he did that on that day. He's fearless!"
Says Akshay, "A man that hosts a show called Fear Factor isn't exactly allowed to be scared. I jump... I tumble, I fall and Idare to do the impossible. Am I scared? YES! But I live to feel fear. I've faced death too much in my life to be worried about anything or anyone anymore; that's why I enjoy life so much. I fight fear, I don't live with it."
The action scene is his introductory scene in the film. He plays a stuntman in the film and is performing a stunt for actor Brandon Routh (Superman Returns). Akki jumped from a 5-storied building without any wires or cables. He landed on corrugated boxes, which are universally used for stunt sequences.
More realistic, please
Director Sabbir Khan reveals that the high-end action scene was coordinated by action director Spiros Razzatos, "The scene has Akshay smashing through a window of glass and falling through the fifth floor. He's the body double for Brandon. We rehearsed the scene with cables and wires but when it came for the final take, Akshay decided at the last minute, that he wanted to do the scene without them. He felt that way, it would look more realistic."
Sabbir says that the shot was intricate and had to be completed quickly. "Akshay rehearsed a few times, then went up and did in one take. He had to do it in one take as we have Brandon immediately standing at the same place in the same frame. I was very apprehensive there were no cables to help Akshay if things went wrong. I was very stressed. Of course, it's compulsory to have a doctor, first aid and a huge medical set-up on the sets... I guess Akshay wanted to prove that he's the original action star and he did that on that day. He's fearless!"
Says Akshay, "A man that hosts a show called Fear Factor isn't exactly allowed to be scared. I jump... I tumble, I fall and Idare to do the impossible. Am I scared? YES! But I live to feel fear. I've faced death too much in my life to be worried about anything or anyone anymore; that's why I enjoy life so much. I fight fear, I don't live with it."
Slumdog star Rubina's Father is Arrested
London (ANI): Rafiq Qureshi, the father of Slumdog Millionaire starlet Rubina Ali, has been arrested over claims that he tried to sell his daughter for 200,000 pounds. A complaint from the 36-year-old man's ex-wife initiated the arrest. Indian cops spent several hours quizzing Qureshi and are now on a prowl to obtain video recordings of the meeting at which the deal was supposedly brokered, reports The Sun.
Rubina's mother Khurshida claimed she knew two weeks ago of the intended child-trade with a rich Dubai sheikh. However, she added: "My elder daughter had informed me...I did not believe he would actually go through with it." Khurshida dubbed her ex-hubby and his new wife Mina as "money-crazy" and desperate to cash-in on the nine-year-old's fame.
Police official Prakash Salunke, who is leading the investigation, said: "Khursida was very upset by the media reports and she came to lodge a complaint. "We are registering her grievance and then we'll investigate and decide what further steps should be taken in the matter. When we questioned Rubina she said she does not want to go anywhere and wants to live with her father.
"Similarly, Rafiq Qureshi also said he has no intentions of selling her." Christian Colson, the producer of Slumdog Millionaire, said: "Our friends and colleagues in Mumbai are trying to speak with Mr Qureshi to get to the bottom of what happened."
Rubina's mother Khurshida claimed she knew two weeks ago of the intended child-trade with a rich Dubai sheikh. However, she added: "My elder daughter had informed me...I did not believe he would actually go through with it." Khurshida dubbed her ex-hubby and his new wife Mina as "money-crazy" and desperate to cash-in on the nine-year-old's fame.
Police official Prakash Salunke, who is leading the investigation, said: "Khursida was very upset by the media reports and she came to lodge a complaint. "We are registering her grievance and then we'll investigate and decide what further steps should be taken in the matter. When we questioned Rubina she said she does not want to go anywhere and wants to live with her father.
"Similarly, Rafiq Qureshi also said he has no intentions of selling her." Christian Colson, the producer of Slumdog Millionaire, said: "Our friends and colleagues in Mumbai are trying to speak with Mr Qureshi to get to the bottom of what happened."
Abhi-Aish going for Honeymoon Just To Conceive Baby
Bollywood’s most glamourous married couple would not be in India for their second marriage anniversary on 20 April. Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan are off for a week long honeymoon to an undisclosed destination to bring in their vacation.
According to a source, “Last year Abhishek was slogging it out in Miami for Dostana and Aishwarya joined him there for their wedding anniversary. This year they were again supposed to be working, though happily together, for the next schedule of Mani Ratnam’s Raavan on their anniversary”.
But with Mani Ratnam asked by doctors to rest out for a while, the schedule has been slightly pushed ahead, giving the pair a chance to go for a much needed holiday.
The source says, “In fact Mani had suggested he would start the schedule later to give Abhishek and Aishwarya a chance to take time off for their anniversary. But the couple had refused. Its only now when the schedule is pushed ahead that they have decided to take that anniversary holiday”.
Tanushree Dutta's Hot Look on the cover of OOPS
Monday, April 20, 2009
Sallu Kisses is Mint Fresh
After modelling for a soft drink company, suitings, banians, pens, chappals, and shoes, Salman Khan recently shot for a mint breath freshener ad for a whopper (Rs 4 crore-plus for one year). This is Salman's next big ad after almost three years.
Interestingly, the ad was directed by one of Aamir's closest friends, Prasoon Joshi. Apparently, Aamir and Prasoon have been bonding big time at Salman's home in Bandra almost every day when Salman's in town till the wee hours of the morning.
Creative director Prasoon Joshi confirms that Salman is endorsing the breath freshener and adds that he has earlier directed the other commercials (of the same brand). Prasoon adds, "We haven't completed shooting for the ad. We have shot one part of it."
Salman has not been signing too many ads in the last few years as he's choosy about what he endorses. The last products that he endorsed a few years ago were banians and shoes. Prasoon adds, "Salman is the first big star to be signed up for the breath freshener.
He's a wonderful guy with a huge fan following. The best thing about Salman is that his image is a brand fit for the product. Salman is spontaneous, fun, cool and irreverent and that's what our brand fit is too."
Salman also shot an ad last Saturday for the new 10 Ka Dum which begins its second season on Sony TV from September this year.
Interestingly, the ad was directed by one of Aamir's closest friends, Prasoon Joshi. Apparently, Aamir and Prasoon have been bonding big time at Salman's home in Bandra almost every day when Salman's in town till the wee hours of the morning.
Creative director Prasoon Joshi confirms that Salman is endorsing the breath freshener and adds that he has earlier directed the other commercials (of the same brand). Prasoon adds, "We haven't completed shooting for the ad. We have shot one part of it."
Salman has not been signing too many ads in the last few years as he's choosy about what he endorses. The last products that he endorsed a few years ago were banians and shoes. Prasoon adds, "Salman is the first big star to be signed up for the breath freshener.
He's a wonderful guy with a huge fan following. The best thing about Salman is that his image is a brand fit for the product. Salman is spontaneous, fun, cool and irreverent and that's what our brand fit is too."
Salman also shot an ad last Saturday for the new 10 Ka Dum which begins its second season on Sony TV from September this year.
Ranbir Kapoor to Share Romantic Scenes With Priyanka Chopra
Ranbir Kapoor after playing Sonam Kapoor’s Saawariya and Deepika Padukone’s love interest in Bachna Ar Haseeno is teaming up with Priyanka Chopra for director Siddharth Anand’s next. Anand said, “It is a romantic comedy, which I have specialized in over the years. But this is a twisted one with a twang and all that jazz”.
Priyanka Chopra has many promising projects in hand. She is currently busy shooting with Uday Chopra for Yash Rak “Pyar Impossible“. Priyanka Chopra had a fabulous 2008 and looking forward to her next release Vishal Bhardwaj’s “Kaminay” starring Shahid Kapoor.
Neither producer Sajid Nadiadwala nor Anand are willing to divulge any details of the movie. Ranbir Kapoor also has many wonderful projects in his bags. He is paired with Katrina Kaif in “Rajniti” and “Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani”.
Father Denies selling Slumdog Millionaire star for £200,000
The father of a child actress in the film Slumdog Millionaire is offering to sell her for £200,000, it was claimed yesterday.
Rafiq Qureshi, who lives in poverty in Mumbai, reportedly attempted to trade nine-year-old Rubina Ali in an illegal adoption deal.
Rubina played the young heroine Letika in the movie, which has grossed £185million worldwide and swept the board at the Oscars.
It had been hoped that the film's success would transform her life. But her father and an uncle were said to have claimed that they are being forced to put her up for sale because the family has not received enough of the proceeds.
They were accused of using her fame as a bargaining tool to push up the price they can get for her - first asking £50,000 and later quadrupling the amount. The uncle, Moihuddin Qureshi, was said to have told an undercover reporter: 'The child is special now. This is not an ordinary child. This is an Oscar child.'
The claims were made following a 'sting' operation by the News of the World, which said it had been alerted that the child was for sale in a tip-off from a former family neighbour.
It was reported that the little girl, her father and uncles all went to a hotel to meet the 'prospective buyers', supposedly a family from Dubai, to discuss the deal in detail.
Confronted about the story yesterday, Rafiq Qureshi angrily denied thaA source close to the family told the Daily Mail: 'Rafiq was told to bring Rubina to the hotel, where a rich man wanted to discuss a job with him.
'He happily agreed because Rubina can earn good money since her Slumdog success. She has had many movie offers. Rafiq didn't understand everything that was being said to him but he was happy to discuss money for a wellpaying job for his daughter. He loves her like any father loves his daughter.
Later Rafiq added: 'Whatever money you have agreed with Rajan, I will accept. There is a lot of interest in Rubina - she has become very famous.'
Trafficking of poor children from across the Asian sub continent has become an increasing problem.
Some are sold to the Middle East where they are forced to risk their lives as camel jockeys or subjected to sexual exploitation and abuse.
The shack that Rubina calls home is yards from an open sewer. There was an outcry after pictures emerged of her and co-star Azharuddin Mohammed
in Ismail, who played the young Salim, living in squalor despite the film's success. Both families have consistently complained that the filmmakers have abandoned them to their fate.
Producer Christian Colson told the Daily Mail last night: 'We have friends and colleagues in Bombay who are trying to speak with Mr Qureshi to get to the bottom of what happened. Her family is under a lot of pressure.'He and director Danny Boyle are planning next month to visit the young stars, who were plucked off the street for auditions to star in the film.
Mr Colson added: 'Danny and I are committed to Rubina and Azharuddin for the long term. We are trying to keep a roof over their heads, and keep them in school until they are 18. The problem is there are a lot of parties who are telling the parents different things.
'We agreed to buy apartments a couple of months ago but that process stalled because they decided they wanted the money up front instead.
'In the past few days we have got things back on track, and are now back looking at apartments.'
The film makers have set up a trust to give a lump sum to each child when they are 18.
Properties will also be placed in trust, with ownership released to the parents only when the children turn 18 and have completed their education.
Mr Colson added: 'We can't buy the properties outright and give them to them, because in all honesty they will sell them.'
According to the News of the World, Mr Qureshi is desperate to make the most of his daughter's success and get them out of their hut in the Mumbai slum known as Poor Man's Colony.
It claimed he had already been approached by a family from Dubai, but was hoping to start a bidding war.
Rafiq allegedly directed a reporter to his brother-in-law Rajan More, who said: 'Rubina's life is miserable. Obviously if you wanted to adopt, we could discuss this, but her parents would expect some proper compensation return. We are talking around £50,000 for this to happen.'
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Freida Pinto on the Cover of Brit Asian Magazine
Hmm, not liking the cover too much.
Credit: www.freida-pinto.net
SRK's Googly upsets Fans
Mumbai: Not a knight in shining armour for Bengalis, Shah Rukh Khan drops Kolkata from Kolkata Knight Riders. 'Will he call it Khan's Knight Riders next,' asks fan
Their IPL campaign has not yet kicked off, but the Kolkata Knight Riders have managed to kick up a storm with team owner Shah Rukh Khan's decision to take off Kolkata from the team's merchandise as well as company name.
Add to that the decision to remove Sourav Ganguly as captain of the team, and you have all the necessary ingredients to make the Bengali blood boil. Speaking to Sunday MiD DAY on Saturday, Joy Bhattacharya, the team director explained, "The only reason why Kolkata was removed from the T-shirt is because it was small and looked dirty.
"All our press releases say Kolkata Knight Riders. As a team we are known as Kolkata Knight Riders. Knight Riders is the company's name." Bhattacharya also stressed that it is an IPL rule to have the city name in the team.
When asked whether it was not a rule to have the full name on the T-shirts, he said, "No, there is no such rule."
Such explanations have not gone down well with angry Kolkatans. SRK had already invited the wrath of the city after Sourav's removal as captain.
Says Ivy Roy, head, Business Development, Maharashtra: "When every region or city has its identity clearly etched, why is Kolkata losing out? This team is representing Kolkata; the name is not Shah Rukh Khan's personal property. This is a regional contest, like the European League, where the regional name should have priority. If he has been influenced by some numerologist, let him change the latter part of the name."
On the matter of the numerologist, it's a story floated by Sanjay B Jumaani. Jumaani claims that Shah Rukh has taken heed of his quotes to the Kolkata-based publication, Anandabazar Patrika. In that, Jumaani had asked SRK to drop Kolkata and change Sourav's jersey number from 8 to 24.
Shah Rukh Khan explains his reasoning: "My team is still called Kolkata Knight Riders. My company which owns the team is called Knight Riders Private Ltd, because the company is not just about the team but will play a much bigger role. I am very proud of Kolkata and had decided to move to Kolkata for the entire duration of the IPL and travel everywhere with the team, before the venue was shifted to South Africa."
Others across the country are fuming nevertheless. Says merchant navy Captain Sanjoy Sen, who lives in Kolkata: "My friends and I are planning to boycott all SRK's films. After all, his talk of his dear Kolkata Knight Riders and all his public bonhomie with Dada, is this any way to behave? I am not a Sourav fan but I am a proud Bengali who hates the fact that India's most successful test captain is demoted and then the name of the city is wiped out."
Bangalorean Arundhati Ghosh however, is more amused than angry. The Deputy Director of Indian Foundation for Arts says, "I can understand owners trying to improve a team's performance by working on issues like fitness. But how will changing the name help the team? Shah Rukh Khan has destroyed the identity of the team.
The other teams (except Bangalore) have kept their names intact, though some of them also fared poorly last season. SRK should think about that."
Agrees Sanchali Chakraborty, senior manager of a market research firm in New Delhi: "SRK is messing about with the concept of IPL. After all the love he declared for Kolkata, is this is the best he can do?"
Restaurateur Anjan Chatterjee has another take on the matter. He says, "Shah Rukh Khan is a suave marketing guy who knows what he is doing. All this makes me wonder — is this all a publicity gimmick? His decision will result in protests in Kolkata, then maybe he will go there and apologise. The drama and controversy will draw more attention to his team. And then, who knows? Perhaps he will retract his decision and all will be well again? At least I fervently hope so."
Well, Kolkatans will certainly hope this is the case. But if Jumaani is to be believed, numerology is the key to everything, and the name will stay without Kolkata. For Sumanto Chattopadhyay, executive creative director, Ogilvy South Asia, this reasoning is all wrong. "IPL is all about city-based rivalry in a format unique to Indian sports. For Shah Rukh Khan to break that chain is really surprising. I want to know what made him do such a thing? If it has anything to do with numerology, then it is ridiculous," he says.
Kolkata-based homemaker Aloka Guha sums up the sentiment of Kolkatans and Bengalis around the country when she says, "Oh bad, SRK, very bad. Whatever will he do next call it Khan's Knight Riders?"
Their IPL campaign has not yet kicked off, but the Kolkata Knight Riders have managed to kick up a storm with team owner Shah Rukh Khan's decision to take off Kolkata from the team's merchandise as well as company name.
Add to that the decision to remove Sourav Ganguly as captain of the team, and you have all the necessary ingredients to make the Bengali blood boil. Speaking to Sunday MiD DAY on Saturday, Joy Bhattacharya, the team director explained, "The only reason why Kolkata was removed from the T-shirt is because it was small and looked dirty.
"All our press releases say Kolkata Knight Riders. As a team we are known as Kolkata Knight Riders. Knight Riders is the company's name." Bhattacharya also stressed that it is an IPL rule to have the city name in the team.
When asked whether it was not a rule to have the full name on the T-shirts, he said, "No, there is no such rule."
Such explanations have not gone down well with angry Kolkatans. SRK had already invited the wrath of the city after Sourav's removal as captain.
Says Ivy Roy, head, Business Development, Maharashtra: "When every region or city has its identity clearly etched, why is Kolkata losing out? This team is representing Kolkata; the name is not Shah Rukh Khan's personal property. This is a regional contest, like the European League, where the regional name should have priority. If he has been influenced by some numerologist, let him change the latter part of the name."
On the matter of the numerologist, it's a story floated by Sanjay B Jumaani. Jumaani claims that Shah Rukh has taken heed of his quotes to the Kolkata-based publication, Anandabazar Patrika. In that, Jumaani had asked SRK to drop Kolkata and change Sourav's jersey number from 8 to 24.
Shah Rukh Khan explains his reasoning: "My team is still called Kolkata Knight Riders. My company which owns the team is called Knight Riders Private Ltd, because the company is not just about the team but will play a much bigger role. I am very proud of Kolkata and had decided to move to Kolkata for the entire duration of the IPL and travel everywhere with the team, before the venue was shifted to South Africa."
Others across the country are fuming nevertheless. Says merchant navy Captain Sanjoy Sen, who lives in Kolkata: "My friends and I are planning to boycott all SRK's films. After all, his talk of his dear Kolkata Knight Riders and all his public bonhomie with Dada, is this any way to behave? I am not a Sourav fan but I am a proud Bengali who hates the fact that India's most successful test captain is demoted and then the name of the city is wiped out."
Bangalorean Arundhati Ghosh however, is more amused than angry. The Deputy Director of Indian Foundation for Arts says, "I can understand owners trying to improve a team's performance by working on issues like fitness. But how will changing the name help the team? Shah Rukh Khan has destroyed the identity of the team.
The other teams (except Bangalore) have kept their names intact, though some of them also fared poorly last season. SRK should think about that."
Agrees Sanchali Chakraborty, senior manager of a market research firm in New Delhi: "SRK is messing about with the concept of IPL. After all the love he declared for Kolkata, is this is the best he can do?"
Restaurateur Anjan Chatterjee has another take on the matter. He says, "Shah Rukh Khan is a suave marketing guy who knows what he is doing. All this makes me wonder — is this all a publicity gimmick? His decision will result in protests in Kolkata, then maybe he will go there and apologise. The drama and controversy will draw more attention to his team. And then, who knows? Perhaps he will retract his decision and all will be well again? At least I fervently hope so."
Well, Kolkatans will certainly hope this is the case. But if Jumaani is to be believed, numerology is the key to everything, and the name will stay without Kolkata. For Sumanto Chattopadhyay, executive creative director, Ogilvy South Asia, this reasoning is all wrong. "IPL is all about city-based rivalry in a format unique to Indian sports. For Shah Rukh Khan to break that chain is really surprising. I want to know what made him do such a thing? If it has anything to do with numerology, then it is ridiculous," he says.
Kolkata-based homemaker Aloka Guha sums up the sentiment of Kolkatans and Bengalis around the country when she says, "Oh bad, SRK, very bad. Whatever will he do next call it Khan's Knight Riders?"
Friday, April 17, 2009
Salman-Kat fight over Asin-Ranbir
Industry sources reveal that it's all over between Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif. And also that the couple has decided to stay friends. Says a source in B-Town, "Salman and Katrina have been having problems for over a month. Though their relationship has hit rough spots before, and they've taken a break from each other, it remains to be seen if this time the split is final.
The couple has been having arguments for some time now but things came to a head about 20 days ago. The couple had a major fight over various issues the main one being Katrina's growing proximity to her Ajab Prem Ki Gajab Kahani (APKGK) co-star Ranbir Kapoor."
A friend close to the actor says, "Initially, Salman didn't pay heed to the Kat-Ranbir rumours. Especially as the actress told him that the Kapoor boy had a crush on her and she wasn't interested in him. But stories carried back by the unit of (APKGK) from Ooty, confirmed his suspicions.
When Salman confronted his girlfriend, she turned around and told him that she didn't question him about his link-up with Asin, so had no business asking her about her friendship with her co-stars." Sources also reveal that Salman (43) has been wanting to get married and have kids, while Katrina (24) feels she's too young to be tied down. "The couple has had many arguments on this subject."
It's a cooling off period between the couple now. The source says, "A few days ago, SalKat had a major fight, though no one knows what the fight was about this time. And they decided to call it quits for some time. Katrina, who has been staying in Salman's Bandra apartment, shifted out to her own one (bought by Salman) on Waterfield Road. Two days ago Salman told his friends that he and Katrina were 'just friends'.
Adds a friend of the actress, "Katrina has been in a low mood for the last couple of days and flew off to Singapore on Wednesday night to shoot for De Dhana Dhan with Akshay Kumar. More than a year ago they had gone through a similar situation, fought and almost broken up but got back together again. This time, their patch-up looks difficult." Katrina Kaif remained unavailable for comment. Sallu denied that anything of the sort took place.
The couple has been having arguments for some time now but things came to a head about 20 days ago. The couple had a major fight over various issues the main one being Katrina's growing proximity to her Ajab Prem Ki Gajab Kahani (APKGK) co-star Ranbir Kapoor."
A friend close to the actor says, "Initially, Salman didn't pay heed to the Kat-Ranbir rumours. Especially as the actress told him that the Kapoor boy had a crush on her and she wasn't interested in him. But stories carried back by the unit of (APKGK) from Ooty, confirmed his suspicions.
When Salman confronted his girlfriend, she turned around and told him that she didn't question him about his link-up with Asin, so had no business asking her about her friendship with her co-stars." Sources also reveal that Salman (43) has been wanting to get married and have kids, while Katrina (24) feels she's too young to be tied down. "The couple has had many arguments on this subject."
It's a cooling off period between the couple now. The source says, "A few days ago, SalKat had a major fight, though no one knows what the fight was about this time. And they decided to call it quits for some time. Katrina, who has been staying in Salman's Bandra apartment, shifted out to her own one (bought by Salman) on Waterfield Road. Two days ago Salman told his friends that he and Katrina were 'just friends'.
Adds a friend of the actress, "Katrina has been in a low mood for the last couple of days and flew off to Singapore on Wednesday night to shoot for De Dhana Dhan with Akshay Kumar. More than a year ago they had gone through a similar situation, fought and almost broken up but got back together again. This time, their patch-up looks difficult." Katrina Kaif remained unavailable for comment. Sallu denied that anything of the sort took place.
Shahrukh to search for a starlet
Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Shilpa Shetty will be among those watching all the women attending the Indian Professional League games in South Africa over the next five weeks to find the newest Bollywood starlet.
The Indian Professional League has announced a Bollywood movie role for one lucky South African lass as it prepares to launch the five-week Twenty20 extravaganza here on Saturday with an inaugural double header.
The search for a young South African woman with the potential to take Bollywood by storm was announced in Cape Town on Thursday by IPL chairman and commissioner Lalit Modi and Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan, Shilpa Shetty and Preity Zinta, all having stakes in the IPL teams.
The lucky South African IPL fan with star quality stands to win a role in a Bollywood movie, 50,000 rands in cash, a business class trip to India and other prizes in the 2009 tournament's Miss Bollywood SA competition.
"We're looking for someone who has the star quality to stand out in a crowd, probably without even trying that hard. It's that special, almost indefinable, quality that makes someone a star more than a beauty queen that we are looking for," Modi said.
"IPL matches with their mix of fun and excitement are an excellent environment to identify the kind of person who is a natural stand-out in a big crowd."
"Star searches like this are a really great way to find people who may never even have thought that they have what it takes to really make it big," Shah Rukh said.
"The heart of our idea is to search the crowd at IPL matches for someone who has the attitude and appearance that automatically draws the eye. It will be the kind of person who is not necessarily showing off for the camera, but who can mesmerise even total strangers," he said.
A total of 50 winners will be chosen from the crowds at every one of the eight venues around the country that are to host IPL matches. Winners will be shown on the big screen at every match during the second five-minute break.
There will be one finalist per match, identified with the help of TV producers who will have cameras scanning the crowds. IPL matches are being played in Cape Town, East London, Port Elizabeth, Durban, Bloemfontein, Kimberley, Johannesburg and Pretoria.
One finalist from each venue will be chosen, leaving eight winners to be hosted and feted at The Wanderers in Johannesburg at the final of the IPL 2009 tournament on 24 May. The ultimate winner will be announced during the final.
IPL fans worldwide will also be able to cast their votes for the winner via the IPL website.
The IPL is also set to announce an eight-million rand educational project in Cape Town on Friday.
Indo-Asian News Service
The Indian Professional League has announced a Bollywood movie role for one lucky South African lass as it prepares to launch the five-week Twenty20 extravaganza here on Saturday with an inaugural double header.
The search for a young South African woman with the potential to take Bollywood by storm was announced in Cape Town on Thursday by IPL chairman and commissioner Lalit Modi and Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan, Shilpa Shetty and Preity Zinta, all having stakes in the IPL teams.
The lucky South African IPL fan with star quality stands to win a role in a Bollywood movie, 50,000 rands in cash, a business class trip to India and other prizes in the 2009 tournament's Miss Bollywood SA competition.
"We're looking for someone who has the star quality to stand out in a crowd, probably without even trying that hard. It's that special, almost indefinable, quality that makes someone a star more than a beauty queen that we are looking for," Modi said.
"IPL matches with their mix of fun and excitement are an excellent environment to identify the kind of person who is a natural stand-out in a big crowd."
"Star searches like this are a really great way to find people who may never even have thought that they have what it takes to really make it big," Shah Rukh said.
"The heart of our idea is to search the crowd at IPL matches for someone who has the attitude and appearance that automatically draws the eye. It will be the kind of person who is not necessarily showing off for the camera, but who can mesmerise even total strangers," he said.
A total of 50 winners will be chosen from the crowds at every one of the eight venues around the country that are to host IPL matches. Winners will be shown on the big screen at every match during the second five-minute break.
There will be one finalist per match, identified with the help of TV producers who will have cameras scanning the crowds. IPL matches are being played in Cape Town, East London, Port Elizabeth, Durban, Bloemfontein, Kimberley, Johannesburg and Pretoria.
One finalist from each venue will be chosen, leaving eight winners to be hosted and feted at The Wanderers in Johannesburg at the final of the IPL 2009 tournament on 24 May. The ultimate winner will be announced during the final.
IPL fans worldwide will also be able to cast their votes for the winner via the IPL website.
The IPL is also set to announce an eight-million rand educational project in Cape Town on Friday.
Indo-Asian News Service
Sallu-Kat couple in real troble
Says a source in B-Town, "Salman and Katrina have been having problems for over a month. Though their relationship has hit rough spots before, and they've taken a break from each other, it remains to be seen if this time the split is final.
The couple has been having arguments for some time now but things came to a head about 20 days ago. The couple had a major fight over various issues the main one being Katrina's growing proximity to her Ajab Prem Ki Gajab Kahani (APKGK) co-star Ranbir Kapoor."
A friend close to the actor says, "Initially, Salman didn't pay heed to the Kat-Ranbir rumours. Especially as the actress told him that the Kapoor boy had a crush on her and she wasn't interested in him.
But stories carried back by the unit of (APKGK) from Ooty, confirmed his suspicions. When Salman confronted his girlfriend, she turned around and told him that she didn't question him about his link-up with Asin, so had no business asking her about her friendship with her co-stars."
The couple has been having arguments for some time now but things came to a head about 20 days ago. The couple had a major fight over various issues the main one being Katrina's growing proximity to her Ajab Prem Ki Gajab Kahani (APKGK) co-star Ranbir Kapoor."
A friend close to the actor says, "Initially, Salman didn't pay heed to the Kat-Ranbir rumours. Especially as the actress told him that the Kapoor boy had a crush on her and she wasn't interested in him.
But stories carried back by the unit of (APKGK) from Ooty, confirmed his suspicions. When Salman confronted his girlfriend, she turned around and told him that she didn't question him about his link-up with Asin, so had no business asking her about her friendship with her co-stars."
Neil has dropped his pants for Madhur Bhandarkar's Jail
Neil Nitin Mukesh has dropped his pants (literally) for Madhur Bhandarkar's Jail. Recently, Neil shot for a nude scene, which was shot at Karjat. In the film, Neil plays a prisoner and the aforementioned scene is when the jail authorities are torturing him. A source said, "Madhur wanted to make the film as real as possible. He is known for his attention to detail and he makes sure that everything is perfect before he starts shooting. Neil, Madhur and a couple of other unit members had visited prisons across the country and had also met several criminals to get a firsthand experience of their living conditions."
While shooting the particular scene with Neil in the buff, Madhur made sure that only he and the cinematographer were present so that Neil would be comfortable. Initially, Neil was hesitant but once Madhur convinced him that the scene will be done aesthetically, he was at ease. The scene was also shot from the top angle so that Neil would be comfortable.
Neil confirmed the news and said, "Yes, I shot for the nude scene but it has been done aesthetically. Everyone knows Madhur's style of working. His film are realistic and he makes a lot of effort to get all the nuances right. In this sequence, I am in the jail and I am asked to strip. I was a little apprehensive but Madhur handled it perfectly. My character in the film goes to the prison and what happens to him is extremely humiliating. I think this sequence is one of the most beautifully shot sequences in the film and it will shock people."
Madhur Bhandarkar said, "I don't want to reveal anything at this point in time. Yes, it is an important sequence in the film and it was not easy as you rarely see a man stripping in a film. I also had to take care that the scene does not leave a bad taste in the viewers' mouth and that they don't find in vulgar. But it was also extremely important to show the torture that people undergo in jails. I worked out the scene's details with my writers and explained the entire scene to Neil. Once he was okay with it, we just went ahead and shot the scene. One thing I kept in mind was that I had to shoot the scene keeping the Indian audience parameters in mind. And that's what I have done."
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Shahid-Priyanka love story on the rocks
Shahid Kapur might have been instrumental in getting his ex-girlfriend Kareena Kapoor to switch to vegetarian food, but he should forget pressing any of his beliefs on Priyanka Chopra, for she isn't going to take them lying down. And constant fighting between Shahid and Priyanka is exactly what's taking a toll on her health.
Although everything seems hunky-dory on the face of it, Priyanka is extremely stressed with all the tiffs she has with Shahid. This is one of the major reasons why she fell ill recently. But with the release of their film, Kaminey around the corner, both are trying their best to stick around with each other, afraid to risk negative publicity as this would be an important release for both.
Our source said, “Shahid and Priyanka started seeing each other right from the second schedule of the film. Priyanka hadn't even dumped Harman Baweja, but as Shahid had a more promising career than his, she latched on to Shahid. It was during Shahid's birthday party where the trouble started. Priyanka was enjoying her vodka shots, and Shahid, a staunch follower of Radhasoami, disapproved of it. They had a tiff, and mind you, this was just the beginning.”
Our source added, “The couple then constantly bickered over Priyanka's partying as Shahid, as opposed to her, is an introvert. Then they had a major showdown one evening when Priyanka had a few drinks again. Their fight turned so ugly that it affected the already stressed Priyanka. She fainted on the sets of her film and had to be admitted to the hospital.”
Priyanka's father, Dr Ashok Chopra laughed it off and said, “This is hardly true. Priyanka is perfectly fine now and is back to shooting.”
The source further said, “Priyanka Chopra has only signed YRF's film with Uday Chopra in recent times. Her hits have not transferred to work with major banners. Her next release after Kaminey is with Harman Baweja who unfortunately is yet to make his mark and that's the reason, she does not want to break off her new relationship with Shahid.”
Although everything seems hunky-dory on the face of it, Priyanka is extremely stressed with all the tiffs she has with Shahid. This is one of the major reasons why she fell ill recently. But with the release of their film, Kaminey around the corner, both are trying their best to stick around with each other, afraid to risk negative publicity as this would be an important release for both.
Our source said, “Shahid and Priyanka started seeing each other right from the second schedule of the film. Priyanka hadn't even dumped Harman Baweja, but as Shahid had a more promising career than his, she latched on to Shahid. It was during Shahid's birthday party where the trouble started. Priyanka was enjoying her vodka shots, and Shahid, a staunch follower of Radhasoami, disapproved of it. They had a tiff, and mind you, this was just the beginning.”
Our source added, “The couple then constantly bickered over Priyanka's partying as Shahid, as opposed to her, is an introvert. Then they had a major showdown one evening when Priyanka had a few drinks again. Their fight turned so ugly that it affected the already stressed Priyanka. She fainted on the sets of her film and had to be admitted to the hospital.”
Priyanka's father, Dr Ashok Chopra laughed it off and said, “This is hardly true. Priyanka is perfectly fine now and is back to shooting.”
The source further said, “Priyanka Chopra has only signed YRF's film with Uday Chopra in recent times. Her hits have not transferred to work with major banners. Her next release after Kaminey is with Harman Baweja who unfortunately is yet to make his mark and that's the reason, she does not want to break off her new relationship with Shahid.”
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Old Magazine Cover of Parveen Babi
love her movies...i think she was an awesome actress
Sushmita Sen Mudassar Aziz Split
The Sushmita Sen-Mudassar Aziz relationship is over. The two stopped talking after their relationship hit rock bottom.
Commenting on what went wrong, a source said, "While Mudassar had a soft corner for Sushmita, she only considered him a friend. Initially, the two shared a good rapport and Sushmita could understand Mudassar's feelings when they started working together for Dulha Mil Gaya. For her, his feelings were what a first time director usually feels for his lead actress. But when reports linking the two started doing the rounds with alarming regularity, Sushmita began wondering who was responsible for leaking the stories to the media.”
What shocked Sushmita further was that Mudassar constantly talked about her in several interviews. “When Sushmita learnt that Mudassar was leaking out stories to the press about their alleged affair, she decided to keep her distance from him. What irritated her further was that he openly voiced his fascination for her. However, they are not on talking terms any longer,” said the source.
Also, the delayed shooting schedule of Dulha Mil Gaya took its toll on the relationship.
The source said, “There's nothing happening on the Dulha Mil Gaya front. With no shooting taking place, the Sushmita-Mudassar relationship has only soured further. The film has been in the making for three years now and is showing no sign of completion. This has further dashed Mudassar's hope of having any kind of interaction with Sushmita.”
Mudassar neither confirmed nor denied the story. When asked if he and Sushmita have parted ways, he said, “Somebody's imagination is working overtime due to lack of work in times of recession. God bless them.”
Commenting on what went wrong, a source said, "While Mudassar had a soft corner for Sushmita, she only considered him a friend. Initially, the two shared a good rapport and Sushmita could understand Mudassar's feelings when they started working together for Dulha Mil Gaya. For her, his feelings were what a first time director usually feels for his lead actress. But when reports linking the two started doing the rounds with alarming regularity, Sushmita began wondering who was responsible for leaking the stories to the media.”
What shocked Sushmita further was that Mudassar constantly talked about her in several interviews. “When Sushmita learnt that Mudassar was leaking out stories to the press about their alleged affair, she decided to keep her distance from him. What irritated her further was that he openly voiced his fascination for her. However, they are not on talking terms any longer,” said the source.
Also, the delayed shooting schedule of Dulha Mil Gaya took its toll on the relationship.
The source said, “There's nothing happening on the Dulha Mil Gaya front. With no shooting taking place, the Sushmita-Mudassar relationship has only soured further. The film has been in the making for three years now and is showing no sign of completion. This has further dashed Mudassar's hope of having any kind of interaction with Sushmita.”
Mudassar neither confirmed nor denied the story. When asked if he and Sushmita have parted ways, he said, “Somebody's imagination is working overtime due to lack of work in times of recession. God bless them.”
Kareena Decides not to Wear Bikini Anymore
you must remember Kareena kapoor wearing bikini in her flop movie tashan .after that now she is again in news for wearing bikini in her upcoming movie kambakht ishq. but she has decided not to wear bikini ever in any movie again. she also has requested the producers of kambakht ishq to remover her bikini shots from the movie.
The same reason is why we are seeing more of a saree clad Bebo these days, she asks, “Enough of those gowns. Why can’t we actresses dress Indian?”
A source reveals, “Kareena feels very comfortable with Saif’s parents. She has never felt more a part of any family outside her own. Although Saif’s mother Sharmila too wore a bikini for a magazine cover in her heyday, she completely revamped her wardrobe and bohemian attitude once the Nawab of Pataudi came into her life. Kareena now sees the legacy of the Khan bahu being passed on to her. She will not do anything that’ll compromise her status in Saif’s life.”
However we have seen still of Kareena in swimsuit from Kambakht Ishq, however Kareena denies wearing any bikini in the flick, she says, “Maine bikini kahaan pehna hai? In logon ne chalu kar diya ‘bikinibikini’. I will never wear a bikini.”
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Nandana Sen refuses hot Offer
After the controversial bare scenes in Ketan Mehta’s Rang Rasiya, Nandana Sen got another highly-prestigious offer that required her to go topless.
Italian filmmaker Italo Spinelli offered Nandana the lead role of a tribal woman who’s surreptitiously shot in birthday suit by a photographer. The film is based on Bengali litterateur Mahashweta Devi’s provocative and controversial story Choli Ke Peeche.
The role offered to Nandana was pivotal tempting and challenging. Nandana was sorely tempted. But doing a full-on topless sequence which is a crucial part of the narrative, so soon after Rang Rasiya, was just not on Nandana’s agenda.
She has reluctantly and after much deliberation said no, throwing the whole project to be started later this year, into back gear.
Nandana explains, “It's a good project directed by Italo Spinelli, produced by RAI, shot by Blasco Giurardo and the cinematography by Cinema Paradiso. It’s a powerful story and although I support it fully I feel the subject matter is such that the tribal girl's nudity cannot avoid becoming unintentionally voyeuristic and exoticised even though that is definitely not the objective. If you remember, previously too I passed on various other international projects because of a similar concern.”
Nandana made an exception with Ketan Mehta’s film. “Rang Rasiya focuses on the increasing critical topic of censorship of art. Remember what happened in Jehangir art gallery last month? Ketan's film deals entirely with the freedom to paint the human figure in its natural beauty. The emotional drama as well as the political message of the film revolve around one critical and excessively talked-about scene of Sugandha, the muse, having the courage to break the rules of the time to pose for Ravi Varma (Randeep Hooda) and create a masterpiece of art together.”
But having said this Nandana says no to unclothed scenes, no matter how aesthetic.
Could the fact that she intends to tie the knot with steady boyfriend Madhu Mantena have something to do with her decision to forego such a plum assignment?
Italian filmmaker Italo Spinelli offered Nandana the lead role of a tribal woman who’s surreptitiously shot in birthday suit by a photographer. The film is based on Bengali litterateur Mahashweta Devi’s provocative and controversial story Choli Ke Peeche.
The role offered to Nandana was pivotal tempting and challenging. Nandana was sorely tempted. But doing a full-on topless sequence which is a crucial part of the narrative, so soon after Rang Rasiya, was just not on Nandana’s agenda.
She has reluctantly and after much deliberation said no, throwing the whole project to be started later this year, into back gear.
Nandana explains, “It's a good project directed by Italo Spinelli, produced by RAI, shot by Blasco Giurardo and the cinematography by Cinema Paradiso. It’s a powerful story and although I support it fully I feel the subject matter is such that the tribal girl's nudity cannot avoid becoming unintentionally voyeuristic and exoticised even though that is definitely not the objective. If you remember, previously too I passed on various other international projects because of a similar concern.”
Nandana made an exception with Ketan Mehta’s film. “Rang Rasiya focuses on the increasing critical topic of censorship of art. Remember what happened in Jehangir art gallery last month? Ketan's film deals entirely with the freedom to paint the human figure in its natural beauty. The emotional drama as well as the political message of the film revolve around one critical and excessively talked-about scene of Sugandha, the muse, having the courage to break the rules of the time to pose for Ravi Varma (Randeep Hooda) and create a masterpiece of art together.”
But having said this Nandana says no to unclothed scenes, no matter how aesthetic.
Could the fact that she intends to tie the knot with steady boyfriend Madhu Mantena have something to do with her decision to forego such a plum assignment?
Priyanka is back to work after 3 days in Hospital
Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra, who was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai for a stomach infection and exhaustion, has been discharged and is back on the sets of Ashutosh Gowariker's "What's Your Rashee?".
The actress was on Saturday (April 11) admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital.
"Priyanka had fainted while shooting for 'What's Your Rashee?'. She stayed at home for a few days but when her condition didn't improve, she was admitted to the hospital over the weekend for a few tests," said a source close to the actress.
Frequent visitors at the hospital, however, kept Priyanka in a cheerful mood. One such visitor was Shahid Kapur who spent quality and quantity time with her on Saturday. Even Shahid’s parents, Pankaj Kapur and Supriya Pathak, visited the hospital.
"She was discharged from the hospital yesterday (Monday) and instead of taking a break, she insisted on resuming work. She is adamant about completing 'What's Your Rashee?' by the first week of May so that her other projects do not get delayed," added the source.
In Gowariker's romantic comedy, Priyanka is playing 12 different characters. The actress, who is riding high on the success of "Fashion" and "Dostana", has teamed up with Hurman S. Baweja in the movie.
Based on a Gujarati novel "Kimball Ravenswood" by noted playwright Madhu Rye, the film revolves around a young Gujarati man in pursuit of his dream girl, who he must find within 10 days to save his family from an unforeseen ordeal.
The actress was on Saturday (April 11) admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital.
"Priyanka had fainted while shooting for 'What's Your Rashee?'. She stayed at home for a few days but when her condition didn't improve, she was admitted to the hospital over the weekend for a few tests," said a source close to the actress.
Frequent visitors at the hospital, however, kept Priyanka in a cheerful mood. One such visitor was Shahid Kapur who spent quality and quantity time with her on Saturday. Even Shahid’s parents, Pankaj Kapur and Supriya Pathak, visited the hospital.
"She was discharged from the hospital yesterday (Monday) and instead of taking a break, she insisted on resuming work. She is adamant about completing 'What's Your Rashee?' by the first week of May so that her other projects do not get delayed," added the source.
In Gowariker's romantic comedy, Priyanka is playing 12 different characters. The actress, who is riding high on the success of "Fashion" and "Dostana", has teamed up with Hurman S. Baweja in the movie.
Based on a Gujarati novel "Kimball Ravenswood" by noted playwright Madhu Rye, the film revolves around a young Gujarati man in pursuit of his dream girl, who he must find within 10 days to save his family from an unforeseen ordeal.
Femina Miss India be Jailed!
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Monday, April 13, 2009
Soha Ali Khan flaunts her Sexier side
Director Kunal Deshmukh's restaurant launch event was one to watch out for!
The entire Bhatt camp comprising of close pals, stars from past and future films were present on the occasion. Bollywood damsel Soha Ali Khan was amongst the one who made a bold entry in a sizzling hot outfit. She flaunted her sexier side in a bold floral print dress with a plunging neckline. Soha's bold & beautiful appearance drew maximum eyeballs.
Apparently Kunal's forthcoming film TUM MILE stars Soha Ali Khan & Emraan Hashmi, which is soon expected to hit the floors.
CHECK OUT: Soha & Emraan vaccinated before shoot
Others who were seen at party were Bhatt favourite Emraan Hashmi with wife Parveen, director Mohit Suri who threw his birthday bash at the event held, Adhyayan Suman minus girlfriend Kangna Ranaut who was seen accompanying his forthcoming film JASHN co-star Anjana Sukhani, heartthrob Imraan Khan with his deary Avantika Malik, KALYUG star Kunal Khemu, JANNAT girl Sonal Chauhan and many others.
Interestingly this is the second time when beautiful Soha turned bold; first it was for maxim cover page where she showed off her oomph factor and now at this event. Also looking at Soha's film record than the pretty lass always played the girl-next door characters and remained away from doing sensuous roles. Now who knows whether this sexy public appearance was any hint to her new avatar in her upcoming film TUM MILE?
Until then, keep guessing!
(source: glamsham.com)
The entire Bhatt camp comprising of close pals, stars from past and future films were present on the occasion. Bollywood damsel Soha Ali Khan was amongst the one who made a bold entry in a sizzling hot outfit. She flaunted her sexier side in a bold floral print dress with a plunging neckline. Soha's bold & beautiful appearance drew maximum eyeballs.
Apparently Kunal's forthcoming film TUM MILE stars Soha Ali Khan & Emraan Hashmi, which is soon expected to hit the floors.
CHECK OUT: Soha & Emraan vaccinated before shoot
Others who were seen at party were Bhatt favourite Emraan Hashmi with wife Parveen, director Mohit Suri who threw his birthday bash at the event held, Adhyayan Suman minus girlfriend Kangna Ranaut who was seen accompanying his forthcoming film JASHN co-star Anjana Sukhani, heartthrob Imraan Khan with his deary Avantika Malik, KALYUG star Kunal Khemu, JANNAT girl Sonal Chauhan and many others.
Interestingly this is the second time when beautiful Soha turned bold; first it was for maxim cover page where she showed off her oomph factor and now at this event. Also looking at Soha's film record than the pretty lass always played the girl-next door characters and remained away from doing sensuous roles. Now who knows whether this sexy public appearance was any hint to her new avatar in her upcoming film TUM MILE?
Until then, keep guessing!
(source: glamsham.com)
Asin Denies Affair with Salman
Bollywood actress Asin Thottumkal has denied having any sort of romantic inclination towards Salman Khan. The Ghajini star added that Salman Khan was her co-star in London Dreams and their relationship was very professional. On the news doing rounds that her bedroom is full of Salman's posters Asin replied that nobody had access to her bedroom and these news reports are baseless.
Rumours started doing the rounds of the tinsel town about Salman's linkup with Asin after the two were often seen mingling around on the sets of London Dreams. Salman would be protective about the southern stars as she was new to Bollywood. Well Asin is the surely the most talked about girl in Bollywood and the most eligible bachelor definitely has reasons to be attracted towards her. After all Salman is 43 and his girl Katrina Kaif seems in no mood to tie the knot with him.
Rumours started doing the rounds of the tinsel town about Salman's linkup with Asin after the two were often seen mingling around on the sets of London Dreams. Salman would be protective about the southern stars as she was new to Bollywood. Well Asin is the surely the most talked about girl in Bollywood and the most eligible bachelor definitely has reasons to be attracted towards her. After all Salman is 43 and his girl Katrina Kaif seems in no mood to tie the knot with him.
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