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The helping hands of Bollywood
Archita Kashyap
CNN-IBN
Posted Saturday , February 24, 2007 at 09:00
Updated Saturday , February 24, 2007 at 09:16 Email Print
MARATHI CHARITY: Producer Ajit Bhure (centre) and Naseeruddin Shah with the children.
The producer of the hit Marathi film Restaurant has taken on the responsibility for completing the education of five needy children of farmers who have committed suicide in the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra.
"My film is about food, and food is brought on the table by farmers. Therefore the scheme Annadata Sukhi Bhava is meant to finance the education and help these annadata's suffering families," said Producer of Restaurant Ajit Bhure.
Actor Naseeruddin Shah was there to support Bhure's idea, which he said went beyond making touching documentaries or mere lip service.
"Aajkal Bollywood producer's ke paas paise hi kahan hote hai. (Bollywood producers never seem to have money for these poor farmer types. I have never found a producer who has spare money)," said Shah.
But, while Shah's disillusionment with Bollywood shirking, its social responsibility is evident and Bhure prefers to maintain a more positive outlook.
"Look I have made a start I am sure people will follow they have been enquiring," said Bhure.
So, while Bhure's small but sure step towards improving a farmer's life once again highlights the social responsibility that regional cinema has been often shouldering, it is expected that someone in the bigger world of Bollywood is paying heed to the positive stance that this much smaller film took. |
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Source: nowrunning.com
Ganguly to have 'Koffee with Karan'
Qaiser Mohammad Ali [Friday, February 23, 2007]
New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Star cricketer Sourav Ganguly could soon become the first non-film personality to be having "Koffee with Karan", a popular chat show hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar.
The episode featuring former India captain Ganguly, who is on a much talked about comeback trail, could be recorded before he leaves with the team to the West Indies for the World Cup March 1, said reliable sources.
Johar has already announced that he would be inviting non-film personalities in the second season of the chat show but has not disclosed any names.
The sources told IANS that Johar and Ganguly met not long ago and the filmmaker told him that he would be inviting him to feature in his programme.
"When the two met, possibly for the first time, they exchanged mobile numbers and Johar told him that he would be inviting non-film personalities to his show," said a close aide.
"Ganguly agreed to Johar's idea, and he could be seen talking to him over a cup of coffee on the sets."
Ganguly made a comeback to the national team after 10 months when he joined the squad in South Africa late last year, and has been performing consistently since. His success has again raised his profile, with sponsors who had deserted him reportedly seeking to sign him again.
Ganguly, now 34, has amassed 10,470 runs in 286 one-day internationals at an average of 41.22 and 5,435 in 91 Tests at 40.86. He has also hit 22 centuries in one-dayers and 12 in Test matches. |
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Usha Bachani in Vikram Bhatt's movie
IANS [Friday, February 23, 2007]
Television actress Usha Bachani will soon be seen in Vikram Bhatt's forthcoming episodic film "Life Main Kabhi Kabhie". Though it is a cameo, she seems quite excited about it because it's a fun movie with a strong concept.
"I had a great time shooting for this movie. I know Vikram from before so it was very comfortable shooting with him. Most of my scenes are with Aftab (Shivdasani) and he is an absolute sweetheart.
"The first day he came and introduced himself. We gradually built a good rapport. And Vikram is one amazing director. He knows what he is doing," said Usha.
The movie also has Dino Morea, Sammir Dattani, Nauheed Cyrusi, Anuj Sawhney and Anjori Alagh.
Usha is currently coming in Sony TV's "Ek Ladki Anjani Si". |
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Source: nowrunning.com
Boom boom Patel!
IANS [Friday, February 23, 2007]
Filmmaker Suneel Darshan can't stop raving about his new prot間 |
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Source: nowrunning.com
Shahid, Kareena to act in Imtiaz Ali's love story
IANS [Friday, February 23, 2007]
Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) Director Imtiaz Ali is set to direct Shahid Kapur and Kareena Kapoor, one of the most talked about Bollywood duos, in his next romantic flick.
Ali had earlier directed the critically acclaimed "Socha Na Tha", which was Abhay Deol's launch vehicle.
To be produced by Shree Ashtavinayak, the film's shooting is set to begin from March 20 in places like Mumbai, Chandigarh, Shimla and Kullu Manali.
Manish Malhotra, one of the most sought after designers in the Hindi film industry, will team up with Sabina Khan to design costumes for the duo.
The rest of the cast will be announced shortly. |
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Source: glamsham.com
After Saif, Hrithik falls ill
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By Subhash K. Jha, IANS
After shooting round-the-clock for Ashutosh Gowariker's "Jodha-Akbar", flying back each evening to rehearse for the Filmfare awards event and shooting for an ad in Singapore, superhero Hrithik Roshan is down with a severe attack of viral fever.
"I'm totally bedridden," he said from his home. "I've been working round-the-clock, flying in from Karjat to rehearse. Then I also took off for Singpaore.
"All the time I had high fever and was keeping it down with paracetamol tablets. Today is the first time when I'm resting. Post Saif, all of us really need to take care of ourselves," Hrithik told IANS.
Lately Hrithik has allowed himself to be self-indulgent with his food habits.
"I was so much into being well-toned for 'Dhoom 2' I decided to give my body a holiday! I splurged for a while. But, then, I needed to get back into shape. Therefore, after shooting, rehearsing for my Filmfare performance, I was also going to the gym daily.
"On top of all this, Gowariker hadn't warned me that we'd be doing sword-fighting sequences during the last 20 days when I was in and out of Mumbai and Karjat. All this has taken its toll. I'm completely exhausted and burning with a fever."
He brightens up while speaking about his role as Akbar.
"I've enjoyed playing everyone from Rohit in 'Koi... Mil Gaya' to Aryan in 'Dhoom 2'. But playing Akbar is a different challenge requiring a lot of researched attention."
The Urdu professor who called on location to check the accent is happy.
"He hasn't been complaining. So, I guess I'm doing it right," said Hrithik who is in no mood to sign another film yet.
"At the moment, I think a break is seriously needed after 'Jodha-Akbar'. We must learn to listen to warning signals from the body." |
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Ranbir and Sonam in D3?
Joginder Tuteja, IndiaGlitz [Saturday, February 24, 2007]
If grapevine is to be believed, Ranbir Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor, star children of Rishi Kapoor & Anil Kapoor respectively, may also be roped in for the the third installation of 'Dhoom' franchise - 'Dhoom 3'.
Being in news ever since both the youngsters were roped in as Assistant Directors for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Black', they have been making steady progress in the shoot of their launchpad 'Saanwariya', which is aiming for a Diwali release.
With the film as well as the lead actors' carrying great reports, there have been feelers from the Yash Raj camp about the two being almost a part of D3.
The film is getting bigger and better every month even as an official announcement is awaited. |
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Source: Rediff News
Shilpa's back in Mumbai
Syed Firdaus Ashraf in Mumbai
February 24, 2007 18:31 IST
Actress Shilpa Shetty has finally arrived in Mumbai.
"I am the same Shilpa," she said, "The only difference the fact that lot more people recognise me around the globe."
She was speaking to mediapersons at a press meet for Romanov War of the DJs in Mumbai on Saturday February 24, her first public appearance in India after winning British reality show Celebrity Big Brother last month.
"I am thrilled to be back in Mumbai. In retrospect, I feel I made a good decision on being the Celebrity show," said Shilpa. She further said that she prefer globetrotting to settling down either in Mumbai or London.
"My options are open. At present there are too many offers. There are too many offers even here in Mumbai. I have to do my time management and decide my future course of action."
"I am back in Mumbai to complete the shooting of my film Metro, which I had left mid-way before leaving for London. After completing the film I will have to travel a lot regarding work," she said.
Metro is Shilpa's first film after her gameshow win. Director Anurag Basu (Murder, Gangster) has made the film, which also stars Kay Kay Menon, Shiney Ahuja and Kangana Ranaut. "I am sure my film will get a good market in the UK when released in April. Shilpa is already in demand in the UK, and I am hopeful the film will work for all of us because of her new popularity," Basu told rediff.com recently.
Shilpa's only other pending project is Anil Sharma's Apne, starring Dharmendra, Sunny and Bobby Deol.
Shilps refused to reveal any of her future projects or brand endorsements. There have been reports that Shilpa will launch her own perfume brand, and also write a cookery book, but there was no confirmation made. "You all will come to know about my projects at an appropriate time. I have signed contracts and I am not allowed to speak about my new assignments," she said.
On the issue of racism, Shilpa said, "I am happy that people from all races and colours supported me to win the show. In India too, people were sympathetic towards me while I was on the show."
[ Last edited by ldg at 25-2-2007 01:58 AM ] |
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Source: nowrunning.com
I didn't mean to offend Aamir, Salman: Hrithik
Subhash K. Jha [Saturday, February 24, 2007]
Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) An off the cuff, humorous remark by actor Hrithik Roshan about his colleagues Aamir Khan and Salman Khan has raised some eyebrows. But the star maintains that he said it for "fun" and didn't mean to offend anyone.
On director Karan Johar's talk show "Koffee With Karan", Hrithik was asked whom among the two Khans - Aamir and Salman - he would like to work with. To this, Hrithik, tongue-firmly-in-cheek, observed there wasn't much of a choice since they were both of the same height.
The remark ruffled a few feathers in the more conservative sections of Bollywood who felt Hrithik was taking a pot shot at the two Khans' height.
"Come on!" laughed Hrithik. "If people really took offence to my off-the-cuff remark then I must say we lack a sense of humour. Karan's show is meant to be light-hearted and fun and I had a ball with Priyanka (Chopra).
"I certainly didn't mean any disrespect to Salman or Aamir. In fact after the comment on their height, my next statement was - 'That's the only department where I can score over them.' Aamir and Salman are such awesome talents. They're legends. It'll take me years to get anywhere near them."
Karan, who's currently in the US, too had a good laugh.
"Surely even a perfectionist like Hrithik is allowed to have fun on my show. And the remark on Aamir and Salman was certainly not meant to offend. I'm amazed at how seriously we take ourselves in the industry."
He added: "I'm also amazed that 'Koffee With Karan' has become my main claim to fame right now. At airports, restaurants and on the streets in any of the US cities, I'm asked only about 'Koffee...'. I better direct another film quickly!" |
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Source: nowrunning.com
John will miss Bipasha at the Oscars
Subhash K. Jha [Saturday, February 24, 2007]
Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) Actor John Abraham, who joins "Water" director Deepa Mehta at the Oscars night in Los Angeles Sunday, will surely miss girlfriend Bipasha Basu while walking down the Hollywood red carpet.
"Bipasha won't walk the red carpet with me on Oscar night," rues John.
Much as John would like Bipasha by his side, she won't be able to accompany him for the grand Oscar moment due to hectic shooting schedules.
"Bipasha is shooting in South Africa for Abbas-Mustan with Akshaye Khanna. I think the producer, director and cast of 'Water' are required to be there for the Oscar night. So here I am with Seema Biswas, Lisa Ray and the rest of the crew. Lucky Deepa. Her soul mate is also the film's producer."
John in fact won't be meeting up with Bipasha until after the Oscars.
"That's when we meet up in London to shoot together for Vivek Agnihotri's 'Goal'. I plan to bring my parents to London in summer. I love to have them over for long outdoors. Though I didn't have them over in my favourite place - Afghanistan - when I was shooting for 'Kabul Express'. Honestly, I love travelling. I'd rather shoot in Afghanistan than Filmistan!"
John will be out of the country non-stop until May. "After the Oscars, I go straight to London to shoot for 'Goal'. After I return to Mumbai in May, I again leave for Nagesh Kukunoor's 'Ashaayein'. I'm already missing Mumbai," adds John.
Though John is all excited to be at the Oscars, his wardrobe remains somewhat undecided.
"I had no idea what happens and what's required of me at the Oscars. Deepa explained the whole procedure to me. There're parties, get-togethers and screenings arranged by our international producers Fox-Searchlight. I'm so worried because now I'll have to organise a lot of clothes. I'll wear clothes for sure. I won't go bare-bodied, though the dhoti look might be liked after 'Water'," John remarked mischievously.
The good-looking actor will be dressed up by Narendra Kumar and Rocky S for mega event.
"These are the two designers closest to me. You know, dressing up isn't as important. The event itself is important. Thank god dressing up for the Oscars is more of a media event for women than men.
"There are two main functions - the Oscar ceremony and the governor's ball, which will be hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Apparently the attire is as important as these two events. For one I'll wear Narendra's outfit and for the other I'll wear Rocky S. I'll take a call on which outfit for which of the two occasions once I get to LA."
John further revealed: "One outfit will be Indian - a black achkan and the other will be Western - a white slick, lean, slim-fitting suit. Both will be very contemporary in look."
And what if "Water" gets the Oscar? "I'm not even thinking about it."
John has struck a deep bond with his director. "When Deepa was in Delhi to meet her parents I accompanied her. Her parents are really sweet. Deepa has finally realised her dream. I remember when we started shooting 'Water', we never knew it would go so far. It has gone from strength to strength. It's getting a limited release in India. It must be seen by all of us. Deepa has done the country proud."
John is over the moon that superstar Amitabh Bachchan has agreed to do Deepa's next project "Exclusion" with him.
"I've done three other films with him. Aren't I lucky? Deepa has written a beautiful script. 'Exclusion' will require a lot of preparation before it is actually shot ... just like 'Water'. I'll have to go through a lot of workshops." |
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FEAR - A date flick by Vikram Bhatt
Joginder Tuteja, IndiaGlitz [Saturday, February 24, 2007]
His 'Red' may be carrying great reports so far but there is lot more to cheer about for director Vikram Bhatt as his 'Fear' too comes closer to the release.
As per a little birdie, the film is one shocker of a film that is going to scare the daylights out of a viewer, especially the teenagers and youth, the film's target audience. But don't just treat the film as a horror flick since it also fits in well into the genre of a 'date flick'.
Now a date flick may always not be just a sugar coated romantic rendezvous. It could also be a good reason for the young ones to clasp their hands and sit closely as the drama on the screen unfolds. And this is what producer Ramesh Sippy and director Bhatt have tried to accomplish through this edge of the seat thriller.
Starring youngsters Vishwaas Paandya, Anil Gaur, Alisha, Swapnil and Aditya Ralkar, the film is also being hailed as a deadly Friday, the 13th release, as it arrives on April 13! |
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T-Series makes a foray into the world of animations!
IndiaGlitz [Saturday, February 24, 2007]
Animations have caught the fancy of the Indian markets and with movies like Shrek, Finding Nemo and The Incredibles becoming money spinners, we also have our very own Hanuman and Krishna which was well loved by the children and adults alike.
T-series, from the house of Gulshan Kumar, is one of the biggest brands in the world of music and cinema. They have also entered the race in a big way by targeting the kids segment through films on Shri Ganesh, Akbar Birbal and Shri Krishna Leela. The vcds of these are readily available in the market and there are much more exciting things coming up in the form of wallpapers and interactive games. What's more, they are also available in different popular languages like English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu and Marathi and all these are at very affordable rates. We are sure the children have lots of things to look forward to after their exams! |
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HTPL takes a good start in UK and India
Joginder Tuteja, IndiaGlitz [Saturday, February 24, 2007]
As expected, Reema Kagti's directorial venture has taken a good start in UK.
Aided by superb promotion and an excessive media drive, this Ritesh Sidhwani-Farhan Akhtar film has opened well as the overseas numbers start coming in.
Says Tanuj Garg, Studio 18 (overseas distributors of HTPL), "The film has taken a flying start in the UK on Friday. This is substantially higher than what any mid-range film released in recent times has achieved. We are only expecting the collections to go further up since the word of mouth has been highly encouraging."
As per the figures available, the film boasts of collecting |
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Arun Daga is back with Jeena Tere Bina, on T-Series!
IndiaGlitz [Monday, February 26, 2007]
After the astounding success of his Debut album Dil Pagal Hai on T-Series , award winning Singer Arun Daga is now back to gift audiences with another magical album, again on T-series called Jeena Tere Bina! With music by Sandeep-Surya and lyrics by Sayeed Quadri, Vikram Chaudhary and Naveen Tyagi, the album will have 2 music videos directed by Naushad Khan.
Arun Daga is a singer who has lent his mellifluous voice not just to music albums but also to various feature films and tele-serials since the last 5 years. Showcasing his talent from the tender age of 8, Arun sang his way to the hearts of many renowned greats such as Pt. Sohanlal ji Mishra and Pt. Mohanlalji Mishra of Banaras Gharaana. After been recognized as a great singer, Arun went on to AIR, Doordarshan and to perform in more than 500 concerts in more than 5 languages with many Bollywood celebrities in tow!! He has also been lauded with awards such as RD Burman Memorial Award Excellence and is now back to win his audiences with a second music album.
Well, since his last album was a memorable hit amongst the people of India, we are sure this one will wow audiences with its brilliance. Watch out for the exclusive promo of Arun Daga's Jeena Tere Bina, only on T-series to hit your channels on 25th February! |
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SARHAD PAAR promotion begins....yet again
Joginder Tuteja, IndiaGlitz [Monday, February 26, 2007]
For the umpteenth time in last 3 years, the promotion of Sanjay Dutt's long-in-the-making SARHAD PAAR has kick started again.
A film by Nimbus Motion Pictures, SARHAD PAAR has been facing troubles all through its shoot and post production. Now things seem to be sorting out for the film as the fresh set of promos are out on the small screen.
The film stars Sanjay Dutt as Ranjit Singh, a brave Sikh soldier from the state of Punjab who is happy with his loving wife Pammi [Tabu] and a doting sister Simran [Mahima Chaudhary]. Later he goes through physical and mental trauma in the hands of terrorists that were lead by Bhaktavar [Rahul Dev], a mercenary who indulged in a profession of recruiting traitors from both sides of the border and made money for himself.
The film also stars Chandrachur Singh as Ravi, a folk singer by profession who was also Simran's fianc閑 and her pillar of support. Directed by Raman Kumar, SARHAD PAAR has music by Anand Raaj Anand and lyrics by Dev Kohli. |
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"Yes, to have superheroes in HTPL was my idea" - Reema Kagti
Joginder Tuteja, IndiaGlitz [Monday, February 26, 2007]
The cat is out of the bag.
By now all are aware about the surprise twist that comes in the culmination of honeymoon of Abhay Deol and Minisha Lamba. The cutest amongst all the 6 honeymooning couples, Abhay and Minisha almost seem to be Siamese twins in the film. And the reason behind that is revealed in the end that they are not normal human beings but superheroes with great powers.
When quizzed about whose idea was it to have such a quirky twist to the tale, director Reema laughed, "Yes, it was my idea. Now whether it was good or bad, accepted or rejected, loved or hated, I am gonna take credit for that. Having said that I am hearing that audience is reacting quite positively to this twist, especially at urban centers. So that kind of works because it means that the idea has worked with the target audience." |
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Bring home Gandhi, Munnabhai and Circuit
Joginder Tuteja, IndiaGlitz [Monday, February 26, 2007]
LAGE RAHO MUNNABHAI has recently completed jubilee at the theaters and the Munnabhai-Circuit fans can now relive the experience by watching the film in the comfort of their living room.
The film has been released on Special Edition 2 DVD pack with numerous exclusive features. They are:
1. M.B.B.S. Looking back 2. Making of Music 3. Lage Raho Munna bhai - The Making 4. Munna meets Bapu 5. Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. to Lage Raho Munna Bhai
The film has just been awarded four Filmfare awards for 'Best Dialogues', 'Best Story', 'Best Actor in a Comic Role' and 'Best Film Critics' |
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Falguni Thakore designs HAT TRICK costumes
Joginder Tuteja, IndiaGlitz [Monday, February 26, 2007]
If you are wondering who is responsible for the fresh look of Milan Luthria's upcoming film HAT TRICK, then Falguni Thakore can take a bow.
An Abhishek Bachchan favorite, Falguni Thakore has been roped in to design costumes for the cast of HAT TRICK while Nalini and Yasmin have looked after the styling department.
Says Milan Luthria, "I am very pleased to see the way Falguni has gone ahead and dressed my cast. She has been doing good work over the years and came up with fantastic results in my last TAXI NO. 9211 too. I have been getting constant feelers about the new look of Kunal, Rimmi etc. and I must thank Falguni for the same."
Falguni has been in the business for around a decade as she got noticed first for her costume design in Vidhu Vinod Chopra's KAREEB. Some of the recent films with which she was associated have been ANKAHEE, PYAAR KE SIDE EFFECTS and APNA SAPNA MONEY MONEY. |
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Radha Mohan抯 sincerity
IndiaGlitz [Monday, February 26, 2007]
Mozhi is all set to be a big hit.
What more, it is touted as a rare film, which is a critical success as well as a commercial hit.
It is a happy indication for producer Prakash Raj and director Radha Mohan.
The cute love story between a musician and a deaf and dumb girl works because it is very real and sensitive.
The film is so credible because director Radha Mohan did a lot of homework for this venture.
The director enrolled himself with the sign language course conducted by Ability Foundation, to understand the intricacies of it as the film抯 heroine is mute.
Such sincerity has now paid dividends. |
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Amisha visits Ajmer dargah
IANS [Monday, February 26, 2007]
Jaipur, Feb 26 (IANS) Clad in a burqa, Bollywood actress Amisha Patel visited the shrine of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti in Ajmer near here.
The actress, who was here for a week to shoot for Priyadarshan's film "Bhool Bhulaiya", Sunday visited the dargah, 130 km from Jaipur.
The comic thriller, a remake of Malayalam super-hit "Manichitrathazu", also stars Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan and Paresh Rawal.
"Amisha spent nearly 10 minutes in the dargah after arriving at 11.30 a.m. by an auto-rickshaw," a dargah committee member told IANS on phone from Ajmer.
The actress was dressed in a black burqa to avoid members of the media and her fans and was accompanied by security personnel, he added.
Owing to Chati - a Muslim ritual - the dargah was full of devotees offering chadars to the saint.
"Amisha offered the chadar and flowers and tied wish threads. After offering prayers, she sat on Khadim Zahoor Baba's gaddi (seat) in the dargah before leaving for his residence in Ratidang," the committee member added.
The shrine, dedicated to the Sufi saint who came to Ajmer from Persia in 1192, attracts thousands of pilgrims during Urs, an occasion commemorating Chisti's death anniversary. |
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