tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53595293124289462912024-03-13T10:51:09.140-07:00Bollywood NewsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comBlogger242125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-36971139215762775342013-03-17T03:41:00.002-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.458-07:00Lata Mangeshkar to honour Asha Bhosle<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/63030763.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Come March 31, and we will get to see one nightingale felicitating another. In other words, on that day, Lata Mangeshkar will be seen honoring her younger sister Asha Bhosle with the 'Pt Hridaynath Lifetime Achievement Award'. This will be the first time ever that Lata will be felicitating Asha. <br /><br />News is that at the time of the award ceremony, Asha Bhosle is expected to sing Marathi songs for three hours! Readers may recall that last year, the same award was given by Amitabh Bachchan to Lata Mangeshkar.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-14227286149950965392013-03-17T03:41:00.001-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.453-07:00SRK gifts expensive bike to Rohit Shetty<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/63031395.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">That Shah Rukh Khan is known for his larger-than-life acts is well known. The same was 'experienced' by director Rohit Shetty on the eve of his birthday recently. <br /><br />What happened was that SRK had planned a surprise party at Wai, where they all are presently shooting for their film <i>Chennai Express</i>. And since SRK knew that Rohit is a diehard fan of bikes and cars, he gifted the 'birthday boy' an expensive Ed Hardy bike! In addition to that, he had also invited Rohit's family for the bash at the hotel. <br /><br />Needless to say that, Rohit was very overwhelmed by SRK's gesture!</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-7660288243448496862013-03-17T03:41:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.448-07:00Shuddhi to be shot in Rishikesh<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/63039097.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">While on one hand, what remains unclear is the lead actress opposite Hrithik in KJo's film <i>Shuddhi</i>... on the other hand, it's by now clear that the major parts of the movie will be shot in Rishikesh. <br /><br />Karan Johar confirmed the news that Rishikesh has an important role to play in the film. He added that both Karan Malhotra & his wife Ekta have researched the location extensively and have made several research-based trips to Rishikesh. <br /><br />Karan Johar also clarified that <i>Shuddhi</i> is not based on the book 'The Immortals of Meluha' as reported by certain sections of the media.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-39226601908470581712013-03-17T03:40:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.463-07:00"I haven't even met Salman on Kick" - Chetan Bhagat<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/63030722.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left"><i>Kick</i> is a very special step-forward for producer Sajid Nadiadwala and writer Chetan Bhagat. While the former turns director with <i>Kick</i>, the latter attempts screen-writing for the first time.<br /><br />With the shooting around the corner - Nadiadwala starts shooting for <i>Kick</i> from June 1- various components of this posh actioner have begun to fall in place. The script which needs to make a noted departure from the original 2009 Telugu film is work under progress. <br /><br />Now comes a report claiming that Salman has "rejected" the script as written by Chetan Bhagat. The rumor has left Chetan baffled. "I haven't even met Salman at all on <i>Kick</i>! The script is not done yet. I am working with only Sajid Nadiadwala and his team on the script." <br /><br />Clamming up after this, Chetan said it was best if Sajid Nadiadwala clarified the issue. <br /><br />A source close to the project divulged that on this occasion, Salman is in a completely non-interfering mode. "He is maintaining a hands-free attitude to <i>Kick</i>. It is true that nowadays Salman approves of every department in his starrer from script to director to cameraman to co-star before a project takes off. But <i>Kick</i> is entirely his buddy Sajid Nadiadwala's baby and Salman is treating it that way. He has very clearly told Sajid, "<i>Jo karna hai kar</i>. I am with you."</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-78105458067251091812013-03-17T03:39:00.002-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.477-07:00No item song in Sohail's film<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="mwidth642 mfl mht9 moverflow" id="rndt"> </div><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/63030613.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">While Arbaaz Khan's films <i>Dabangg</i> and its sequel reaped a major box-office benefit from its two feisty item songs, Arbaaz's brother Sohail has never been one for planting tantalizing Munnis and Sheilas into his films.<br /><br />None of Sohail's directorial ventures so far has featured an item song. It therefore comes as no surprise to know that Sohail's new venture, featuring Salman Khan would have no item song. <br /><br />Confirming this healthy move away from those curvaceous moves, Sohail said, "My script doesn't demand it. And there is really no deeper design to it. It's just how the film is written now. I am only trying to be honest to the social-drama genre."</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-10381856672437919542013-03-17T03:39:00.001-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.472-07:00Madhuri Dixit to endorse Taj Mahal Tea?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62902797.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">The mere mention of 'Madhuri Dixit' brings back all the memories of the good ol' <i>dhak dhak</i> days and that million dollar smile. And as we all know by now, Madhuri is back Bollywood and how. Even after her marriage and her hiatus from the film circuit, life seems pretty much unchanged for this Madame', with the same serpentine queues of producers and brand managers waiting for her to sign on their dotted lines. <br /><br />According to <b>Bollywood Hungama</b>'s reliable sources, Madhuri Dixit has now been chosen as the brand ambassador of the Taj Mahal Tea. Will her signing the brand, mark an exit to the brand's long-standing ambassador Saif, is something that only time will tell. <br /><br /> The official announcement of the same is awaited.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-3362369203422795022013-03-17T03:39:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.468-07:00Rensil to write Mani Ratnam's next <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62899337.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Rensil D'Silva maybe busy with his next directorial venture <i>Ungli</i> featuring Sanjay Dutt, Emraan Hashmi, Randeep Hooda and Kangna Ranaut. However, the talented director who recently wrote the episodes of Anil Kapoor's 24 has now been roped in by Mani Ratnam to write his next film.<br /><br /> In fact, Rensil has already begun work on the script while simultaneously directing <i>Ungli</i>. The film in question we learn will be based on India's partition. It will depict the turbulence between India and Pakistan. <br /><br />Besides this, Rensil is also working on Milap Zaveri's next venture. Confirming the development Milap says, "Yes, Rensil is doing the film for me; he is writing the screenplay for it, while I am doing the dialogues. The film will be an action thriller that will feature an A-list star cast that we have locked. We will make a formal announcement of the same very soon." <br /><br />Currently, Rensil has wrapped up almost 80% of <i>Ungli</i>'s shoot. The film is produced by Karan Johar under Dharma Productions.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-31606627326178329892013-03-17T03:38:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.483-07:00Kiran Rao, Deepika to walk ramp for a cause<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62898331.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">The upcoming fashion week organized by Zarine Mehta's Swades Foundation will have quite a few highlights. While on one hand, it will witness Kiran Rao walking the ramp, on the other, one will also see Dino Morea and Nandita Mahtani walking the ramp together!<br /><br />As a part of this fashion week, designer Vikram Phadnis (in collaboration with Swades) has travelled extensively to rural areas of Maharashtra to take inspiration from the rustic fashion. The celebrities will be wearing this collection during the show.<br /><br />Besides Kiran, Dino and Nandita, the other names who are expected to walk the ramp include Deepika Padukone, Vaibhavi Merchant, Jeetendra, Dia Mirza, Chetan Bhagat and the <i>Kai Po Che</i> team.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-43711956160969598822013-03-14T23:42:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.516-07:00Anurag to distribute Tamil film Pardesi<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><h1 class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctfnt17 ctbold m0077 ctinline ctalignlft mt20"> </h1><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62897855.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Life can't more ironical than this one for Anurag Kashyap. There was a time when he was treated as a 'pardesi' (stranger) in Bollywood, and today, the situation is that he is all set to distribute the Tamil film <i>Pardesi</i> in North India, with English and Hindi subtitles, through his company Phantom Films.<br /><br /> Talking about Bala, the film's director, Anurag said that he is one of the most talented filmmakers presently. Amidst a casual conversation with Anurag, when Bala told him that no one is interested in regional films in North India, Anurag decided to release <i>Pardesi</i> in North India as he wanted the film going audiences to watch quality cinema from all the regions. <br /><br /> <i>Pardesi</i>, which is a film about the sorry state of tea workers in the pre-independence India, stars Adahrva, Vedhika Kumar and Dhansika.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-87203621140177735462013-03-14T23:41:00.002-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.703-07:00Spielberg's special gift to Bachchan<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62887608.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">It's common knowledge by now that ace Hollywood director-producer Steven Spielberg was in Mumbai recently. While the Spielberg- Bachchan conversation had only a few selected invitees, details of the session have been reported all over the media. However, the interesting part is the special gift Bachchan received from Spielberg.<br /><br /> "Another evening with Steven Spielberg at dinner... a gift for me from him... his coffee table book. What he wrote inside CBD. CBD: Cannot be disclosed," tweeted Amitabh. <br /><br /> The 70-year-old veteran actor, who anchored Spielberg's masterclass with 61 Indian filmmakers on Monday, was the first guest to arrive at a party organized by Anil Ambani and his wife Tina in Speilberg's honour.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-10395933820506309612013-03-14T23:41:00.001-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.613-07:00Sridevi's English Vinglish goes to Germany<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62897244.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Gauri Shinde's <i>English Vinglish</i> is a film that has opened linguistic doors in its scriptural context by showing the protagonist overcoming her inhibitions regarding the English language.<br /><br /> But the film seems to be crossing the language barrier beyond the screenplay. We now hear <i>English Vinglish</i> is being dubbed into German and released in the country next month. <br /><br />Confirming this development, the film's producers Eros International said, "We are releasing <i>English Vinglish</i> (EV) in a dubbed German version in the country with 20 prints in May 2013. Not only that, this weekend EV is releasing in 7 screens in Hong Kong with Cantonese subtitles, with 29 shows a day, this is the widest opening any Indian film has ever got in HK. What's also interesting is they are also screening the film at 'The Directors club' screen, which is like Red lounge and Hindi films are not released in these screens ideally." <br /><br />Reacting to the film's release in Hong Kong with Cantonese subtitles and to the dubbed German version, Sridevi said, "I am very happy and I hope EV is dubbed and released in many other languages as it will find a sense of identification with all non-English speaking people across the world." </div><a name='more'></a><br /><br />Adds director Gauri Shinde, "I am thrilled that our film is setting out to achieve what it tried to say within the storyline. To break the linguistic barrier, and to make a communication across countries and communities. To bring closer different people from all over the world and bridge the gap between cultures. It's great to see this movement happen. I'd love for as many people to watch it as possible."<br /><br />While talking about exploring new markets Kumar Ahuja, President – Business Development, Eros International says, “In the last one year, we have had some major releases in Japan including Robot, Sivaji, Ra.One and now Om Shanti Om. In fact, Ra.One and Om Shanti Om were sold to Japan in December 2011 itself and we planned the release of these films in a phased manner with Ra.One releasing last year followed by OSO’s release which was locked a few months back. All this has taken meticulous planning and is definitely not a hasty decision on our part. Eros has been the front runner in exploring new territories for Indian films and we continue to develop new markets for our old and present releases”.<br /> </div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-573404128599751392013-03-14T23:41:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.523-07:00Bollywood, Cricket stars take to the field<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62897851.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Sometime back it was reported that filmmaker Bunty Walia was planning an All Stars Football Club (ASFC) that would be professionally managed by his company. Now the latest development we hear is that the ASFC has finally come into being with none other than Abhishek Bachchan being roped in to lead the star studded Bollywood team. The Bollywood team will be playing football matches against the Indian cricket team.<br /><br />The Bollywood team will include Ranbir Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Sachiin Joshi, Shabbir Ahluwalia and Karan Wahi. While on the other hand, the Indian cricketer's team is likely to be helmed by Virat Kohli, and is said to include MS Dhoni, Harbhajan Singh, Yuvraaj Singh, Ishant Sharma and Shekhar Dhawan.<br /><br />The first match between the two teams has been scheduled to be held next month at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and the proceeds generated through the match will go towards the welfare of poor children.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-66463494988880629552013-03-14T23:40:00.001-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.882-07:00Ranbir stalls shoot of YJHD<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62811403.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Ranbir may be making news for his films, romantic alliances and brand endorsements but rarely to we read about his other side. On the sets of his upcoming <i>Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani</i> (YJHD), he stalled his shoot to be by Hemant Naik's (his makeup man) side.<br /><br />Sources reveal that Ranbir was shooting in Manali for Karan Johar's <i>YJHD</i>. It was a windy day and the reflector fell. Incidentally Ranbir's makeup man Hemant was standing right there to take the blow. He started bleeding immediately. On seeing this Ranbir rushed to his side along with other crew members. When he was being taken to the hospital, Ranbir insisted on going along. <br /><br />The actor took him in the productions car and stayed with him until his stitches were done. Only when the doctor said that he will be fine by evening and can be discharged then did Ranbir return to the sets to resume his shoot. Hemant and other crew members were touched by this gesture of his. </div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-64144304276618117442013-03-14T23:40:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.792-07:00"There is certainly no script called Munnabhai Chale Dilli" - Subhash Kapoor<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62856681.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">While it is true that Vidhu Vinod Chopra has invited the <i>Phas Gaya Re Obama</i> director Subhash Kapoor to direct the next installment of the <i>Munnabhai</i> franchise, the stories that Kapoor would be helming a film entitled <i>Munnabhai Chale Dilli</i> are cut down by the director as being completely baseless and untrue.<br /><br />The affable director whose new satire on the legal system <i>Jolly LLB</i> features Arshad Warsi and Boman Irani from the <i>Munnabhai</i> series, is amused by the way a story has been scripted for him to carry the franchise forward. "I've met the <i>Munnabhai</i> producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra. And I've agreed to make the next <i>Munnabhai</i> movie for his production company. But beyond that, there is no script and there is certainly no script called <i>Munnabhai Chale Dilli</i>." <br /><br />Subhash feels this title to be the brainchild of some who have monitored the progress of the franchise and are aware that the next <i>Munnabhai</i> film to be directed by Rajkumar Hirani was to be title <i>Munnbhai Chale Amrika</i> until it was discovered that the plot was similar to Karan Johar's <i>My Name Is Khan</i>. </div><a name='more'></a><br /><br />Chuckles Subhash Kapoor, "Someone must've decided to downsize Munnabhai's plans for the US to a visit to Delhi for me. The truth is, I haven't even thought of the script as yet. Right now my entire focus is on the release of my film <i>Jolly LLB</i> .After March 15, I'll think of how to take the franchise forward. Vinod Chopra and I met casually to discuss cinema for three days. It was only during the third meeting that he mentioned he'd like me on board to do the next <i>Munnabhai</i> film for his company. Initially I wasn't sure if I was up to the task. But now I feel I can pull it off." <br /><br />Subhash agrees it's a huge responsibility. "The first two <i>Munnabhai</i> films left a deep impact on the audience. I've been given the responsibility of taking the series ahead. I can't afford to let down my producer Vinod Chopra or the Munnabhai director and writer Rajkumar Hirani and Abhijat Joshi." Hirani and Joshi would be on board for Subhash Kapoor's <i>Munnabhai</i> film. <br /><br />Subhash feels Vinod Chopra selected him for making the next Munnabhai film on the basis of his satirical work so far. "He did see some of <i>Phas Gaya Re Obama</i> and my trailer of <i>Jolly LLB</i>. I don't know if that is what convinced him that I was the right person to direct the next <i>Munnabhai</i> film." <br /><br />That <i>Jolly LLB</i> stars the <i>Munnabhai</i> duo of Arshad Warsi and Boman Irani is merely a coincidence. "I needed an actor who could play one of the most successful lawyers of the country and another actor to play the underdog who beats him in the courtroom. Boman and Arshad were my natural choices. It's a typical David & Goliath saga transposed into a courtroom. Though cheeky, it in no way belittles the legal system. Every lawyer in the country would smile after seeing the film." <br /><br />Subhash feels courtroom dramas in our cinema are stereotyped. "They are structured the same way for decades. Even the judge says the same thing in all films. In <i>Jolly LLB</i>, the judge played by Saurabh Shukla makes a clean break from the norm." <br /><br />Subhash agrees we need to laugh at the glaring anomalies in our socio-political system in order to survive. "Laughter is not the best medicine. It is the only method to combat what is becoming increasingly evident. That our bureaucracy and political system are on the verge of collapse." <br /> </div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-20935102240183098962013-03-14T23:39:00.001-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.060-07:00'Babli Badmaash' gets U/A by revising committee<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62787956.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left"><i>Shootout At Wadala</i> has been in the thick of controversy from its very inception. Funnily, controversy refused to evade even the first track, which is all set to open the film's music campaign.<br /><br />Priyanka Chopra's dance number in the film, <i>'Babli Badmaash'</i> was initially granted an 'A' certificate on the grounds that it was an 'item song'. The CBFC is believed to have received a complaint from some Delhi-based women's body regarding the commodification of women in item songs. The CBFC's decision had the film's producers in a state of shock considering that this new rule had never been communicated to the film industry in the past.<br /><br />Confirms Tanuj Garg, CEO - Balaji Motion Pictures, "After submitting <i>'Babli Badmaash'</i> for certification, we were informed that it would get an 'A' because it was an item track. We informed the CBFC that the industry was not aware of such a rule and that this would warrant a larger discussion between both parties. We were later told by the CBFC that there was no blanket directive and that songs would be certified according to their content."<br /><br />On Monday, the CBFC put <i>'Babli Badmaash'</i> through the Revising Committee, which cleared the track with a 'U/A' certificate.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-54372020943317326172013-03-14T23:39:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:50.971-07:00Delhi HC dismisses PIL against Jolly LLB<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62788029.jpg" width="265" /></div></div>The upcoming Boman Irani, Arshad Warsi starrer <i>Jolly LLB</i> which releases tomorrow had run into a spot of legal trouble a while earlier with three different petitions being filed against the film. While one of the petitions filed sought a stay on the film's release, we have learnt that the Delhi High court has since dismissed the PIL on the grounds that the petition "lacks full details" of the film. <br /><br />A bench of Chief Justice D Murugesan and Justice V K Jain rejected the plea of a group of lawyers who had alleged that some dialogues and scenes in the film were defamatory. "In our opinion, the petition cannot be entertained at this stage for want of full details. The petition is solely on the basis of trailer which is being exhibited on television and websites... There are no details of the circumstances on which the dialogues had been included in the scene and for that matter in the film," the bench said. <br /><br />The bench was hearing the PIL filed by lawyers who had done their LLB from Law College, Meerut University. </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-69334355987814851772013-03-14T23:38:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.149-07:00Akshay opens cancer shelter for cops<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><h1 class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctfnt17 ctbold m0077 ctinline ctalignlft mt20"> </h1><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.bollywoodhungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62787891.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Akshay Kumar is known to have had a special bond with his father Hari Om Bhatia. Post naming his production house after his father, the latest is that Akshay has named the new Police cancer shelter that he opened as Hari Om Cancer Shelter.<br /><br />The shelter which will cater exclusively to police personnel was inaugurated on Tuesday, March 12. The reason behind the actor opening the shelter is the plight of the police personnel he witnessed while his father was undergoing chemotherapy at the Tata Memorial hospital. It was then that he had noticed how policemen - while undergoing treatment for the disease - would face trouble with their stay and food arrangements. <br /><br />In the new shelter opened, the patients can avail of the shelter's services, including food and AC rooms with TV sets, by paying just Rs. 400 per day. Currently equipped with 30 beds, the shelter is expected to expand if necessary permission and space is available.<br /><br />Commenting on the opening of the shelter Akshay says, “It has been a long-standing dream for me. Besides Mr Arup Patnaik (ex-Mumbai police commissioner), I am very thankful to Satyapalji (Singh; current commissioner), deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar and Maharashtra home minister RR Patil, for helping me make my dream come true.”</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-63186378841990477212013-03-13T08:56:00.001-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.327-07:00SRK's company to organize IPL opening ceremony<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><h1 class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctfnt17 ctbold m0077 ctinline ctalignlft mt20"> </h1><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.hungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62786455.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Bollywood and cricket have had a long standing relationship in India, the latest being the merger of the two thanks to the IPL (Indian Premiere League). Now in its fifth year, we hear that none other than Shah Rukh Khan who is the co-owner of the Kolkata Knight Riders, has bagged the honour of organizing the opening ceremony.<br /><br /> SRK through his company will be hosting the celebration at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium on April 2. Interestingly, King Khan's team bagged the trophy last year after trouncing the Delhi Daredevils. As for the event, the celebrations are expected to include performances by Katrina Kaif and Priyanka Chopra.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-4126782202255736292013-03-13T08:56:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.238-07:00IMAX and Yash Raj Films expand film partnership with multi-picture deal<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><h1 class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctfnt17 ctbold m0077 ctinline ctalignlft mt20"> </h1><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.hungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62787143.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">IMAX Corporation and Yash Raj Films Pvt. Ltd., India's largest film studio, today announced an expansion of their partnership to release <i>Paani</i> as well as an additional Yash Raj Films motion picture to IMAX theatres across India and other key markets. The agreement brings the total number of films included under the expanded partnership to three, the first of which is the upcoming action thriller <i>Dhoom 3</i>, which will open in IMAX theatres this winter.<br /><br /> "Since announcing the IMAX release of <i>Dhoom 3</i>, we've seen tremendous anticipation building among Indian moviegoers around this first-ever IMAX release of a Hindi feature film, and we're excited to add to this excitement with two more of our highly anticipated films, including our most ambitious one, Paani," said Aditya Chopra, Chairman, Yash Raj Films Pvt. Ltd. "We believe that together with IMAX, we will usher in a new era in Indian movie-going that will immerse fans into the drama, action and grandeur of Hindi movies like nothing they've experienced before." </div><a name='more'></a><br /><br /> "We are delighted to build on our relationship with Yash Raj Films, which has been an integral part of India's entertainment business for over 40 years, and deliver on our strategy to expand our Bollywood film slate," said Greg Foster, Chairman and President, IMAX Entertainment. "As we continue to grow our network across India, we are committed to offering the nation's growing IMAX fan base an elevated movie-going experience that transports them into Bollywood's best." <br /><br /> <i>Paani</i> is based in a future world where wars over water have broken out. Water is now owned by International Corporations who use thirst as a weapon of control. In one such future city, a young love story breaks all the rules and in the ensuing war, water flows back to its people. The film will have a strong Indian and Western star cast, headed by a young leading actor from India and a young leading actress from the west. <br /><br /> The film, produced by Aditya Chopra and directed by Shekhar Kapur, will be shot in India and overseas. Music is by the highly acclaimed Academy Award -winning and Grammy Award -winning A. R. Rahman. <br /><br /> <i>Paani</i> will be digitally re-mastered into the image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience with proprietary IMAX DMR (Digital Re-mastering) technology for presentation in IMAX. The crystal-clear images, coupled with IMAX's customized theatre geometry and powerful digital audio, create a unique immersive environment that will make audiences feel as if they are in the movie. <br /><br /> Today's agreement was announced during the 2013 FICCI Frames conference in Mumbai, at which Greg Foster will be delivering a keynote address as well as participating in the "1000 crore Block Buster Film" panel on Wednesday, March 13 at 3:15 pm.<br /> </div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-16635106562444135902013-03-13T08:55:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.416-07:00Lootera first look to be launched at Liberty<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><h1 class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctfnt17 ctbold m0077 ctinline ctalignlft mt20"> </h1><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.hungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62786442.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">The makers of the Sonakshi Sinha and Ranveer Singh starrer film <i>Lootera</i> have found the perfect venue to launch the first look of the film. In fact, the teams have zeroed in on one of the most celebrated theatres of Mumbai, Liberty Cinema.<br /><br />News is that the cinema house which hasn't held a film festival in decades (founded in 1947, the last premiere held at the theatre was <i>Hum Aapke Hai Kaun</i>), will be reviving the old school charm with <i>Lootera</i>. The reason behind this is that the team of the film thought that it will bring back the old world charm as the film is set in that era.<br /><br />Commenting on the selection of the location, a source close to the film says, "The film's first look will be launched at Liberty Cinema, a place known for its art-deco architecture and old-world charm. The makers want to use this ambience to transport the audience into the world of <i>Lootera</i>. It's a period film, which is why the makers thought of the iconic theatre."<br /><br />Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, <i>Lootera</i> is slated for release this July.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-10332127843395444682013-03-13T08:54:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.505-07:00Sachin Gupta and Honey Singh collaborate for Bhagat Singh<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.hungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62786148.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">Sachin Gupta who gained immense recognition for his music in <i> Prince</i> and <i>Doorie </i> will soon be seen creating magic with none other than Honey Singh, who has taken the music industry by storm. According to sources, the duo who apparently tied up for '<i> Punjabiyadi Battery</i>' from <i>Mere Dad Ki Maruti</i> have collaborated for a song on Bhagat Singh. <br /><br />If rumours are to be believed, then Sachin, who has spanned everything from playing at live shows to composing indie pop, is extremely thrilled to be working on Bhagat Singh. In fact he has been spending hours at the studio for this project. Looks like the Punjabi boys are all geared to woo the nation with their music.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-32680240781330064992013-03-13T08:53:00.002-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.774-07:00The Great Gatsby to open at Cannes<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.hungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62786399.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">The current trend has been witnessing quite a few Bollywood stars venturing into Hollywood. Even legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan is set take off in the west with <i>The Great Gatsby</i>, which is an adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 novel of the same name directed by Baz Luhrmann.<br /><br />Now, we hear that the film which is slated for release with the premiere in New York on May 1 has been selected as the opening film for the Cannes Film Festival. Confirming the development, Bachchan announced on his facebook page, "Baz Luhrmann informs me that 'The Great Gatsby' has been officially selected for the opening film for Cannes film festival on May 15th ... all very excited ! And the premier of the film in New York on May 1st as told to me ... but yet to be confirmed ...So travel coming up for these occasions..." <br /><br /><i>The Great Gatsby</i>, a romantic drama that is co-written and directed by Baz Luhrmann, stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Isla Fisher and Jason Clarke.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-83810538207623836892013-03-13T08:53:00.001-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.684-07:00Pinky Roshan kick starts fitness initiative<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.hungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62786082.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">In a time where health and fitness have become priority for all, we also see opinion makers lend their support to further benefit such causes. Initially, Hrithik Roshan kick started a programme for special kids at a hospital in Marol and now his mother Pinky Roshan has gone ahead with another one which deals with the fitness related to the doctors in the hospital. This programme deals with doctors' fitness.<br /><br />Incidentally, the fitness programme is helmed by Marica Johnson who also trains the entire Roshan family. Dr. Pai from the hospital informs, "Doctors normally speak about being fit but most of the time they themselves are stressed. So we decided to start this special event. Pinky Roshan kick started it and Hrithik has been very involved with our endeavours."</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-92020783821616500162013-03-13T08:53:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.595-07:00Atul Agnihotri's next titled O Teri<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.hungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62786210.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">After producing the big budgeted film <i>Bodyguard</i>, featuring Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor, Atul Agnihotri is all set with his next titled <i>O Teri</i>. The film which is slated for release later this year features Pulkit Samrat and Sarah Jane Dias in lead roles.<br /><br />Though the film is almost complete, just two song sequences and the climax scene remains to be filmed. Directed by debutant Umesh Bhisht, the film will feature Dias in a completely different avatar with cropped and coloured hair.<br /><br />Confirming the news, Atul says, "Yes, in fact the film is almost done but there are few portions that remain to be shot. However, as for the release date, we are looking for a clear period away from big days like Diwali."<br /><br />"<i>O Teri</i> is a comedy, but right now I cannot reveal much about the film as it is still too early. I think in the next two months, there will be an official announcement with more details available," adds Atul.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5359529312428946291.post-18964609163916115222013-03-13T08:52:00.000-07:002013-03-17T11:31:51.864-07:00Atul Agnihotri's next titled O Teri<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <br /><div class="ctwidth588 ctfl ctmt8 ctinline ctoverflow cfnt12"> <div class="ctwidth285 cht210 ctfr graybg"> <div class="ctwidth262 ctfl ctml11 ctinline ctoverflow ctmt8"> <img align="right" alt="#" height="190" src="http://content.hungama.com/news/display%20image/265x190%20jpeg/62786210.jpg" width="265" /></div></div><div align="left">After producing the big budgeted film <i>Bodyguard</i>, featuring Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor, Atul Agnihotri is all set with his next titled <i>O Teri</i>. The film which is slated for release later this year features Pulkit Samrat and Sarah Jane Dias in lead roles.<br /><br />Though the film is almost complete, just two song sequences and the climax scene remains to be filmed. Directed by debutant Umesh Bhisht, the film will feature Dias in a completely different avatar with cropped and coloured hair.<br /><br />Confirming the news, Atul says, "Yes, in fact the film is almost done but there are few portions that remain to be shot. However, as for the release date, we are looking for a clear period away from big days like Diwali."<br /><br />"<i>O Teri</i> is a comedy, but right now I cannot reveal much about the film as it is still too early. I think in the next two months, there will be an official announcement with more details available," adds Atul.</div></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16641285516407225236noreply@blogger.com