Busy Philipps in 83rd Annual Academy Awards
Busy Philipps attends the 83rd Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California on Sunday, February 27, 2011.
Anne Hathaway sexy photo at 83rd Annual Academy Awards
Anne Hathaway looks sexy as she attends the 83rd Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California on Sunday, February 27, 2011.
Boman Irani hurts himself
Acting is not a bed of roses; it has its share of hardships too.
On Saturday afternoon, while shooting at a suburban college for Jackky Bhagnani’s relaunch vehicle F.A.L.T.U, Boman Irani accidentally bumped into a glass separation and hurt his head.
Producer Vashu Bhangnani said, “We were sitting down to eat lunch. Boman walked into the clear glass seperator and hurt himself. However, he still completed the shoot.”
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On Saturday afternoon, while shooting at a suburban college for Jackky Bhagnani’s relaunch vehicle F.A.L.T.U, Boman Irani accidentally bumped into a glass separation and hurt his head.
Producer Vashu Bhangnani said, “We were sitting down to eat lunch. Boman walked into the clear glass seperator and hurt himself. However, he still completed the shoot.”
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Rohit Shetty returns to action
After making five back to back comedies, Rohit Shetty has decided to return to his favourite genre - action.
The film will be a remake of the South superhit Singham with Ajay Devgn in the lead role. When questioned about his action-packed directorial venture, Shetty tells us, “I have always loved action. Singham has raw action , which I am excited about as I have designed and will be executing the action sequences myself.”
He described a snippet of the movie’s action sequence telling us, “There is a kidnapping scene at a parking lot.
It is a chase sequence between Ajay and some gangsters, which will require cars to be blasted. There will be about 200 cars and we will be blasting around 20 of them.” The movie is slated to go on floor on March 1.
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The film will be a remake of the South superhit Singham with Ajay Devgn in the lead role. When questioned about his action-packed directorial venture, Shetty tells us, “I have always loved action. Singham has raw action , which I am excited about as I have designed and will be executing the action sequences myself.”
He described a snippet of the movie’s action sequence telling us, “There is a kidnapping scene at a parking lot.
It is a chase sequence between Ajay and some gangsters, which will require cars to be blasted. There will be about 200 cars and we will be blasting around 20 of them.” The movie is slated to go on floor on March 1.
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10 best places to get naked
A list of the ten best places where one can get naked in 2011 has been revealed, and it includes a French city dedicated to naturalism, a naked cruise, and a nude beach.
The list by global hotel rating website HotelsCombined has also listed some nude outdoor activities, an art festival, a bike ride in the buff, and spa treatments or hot springs, News reported.
First on the list is the World Naked Bike Ride, which is held annually on March 12 in cities around the world. People hop on their bikes naked to celebrate cycling and the naked body.
Second is the Naked Hot Springs Bathing in Ooedo-Onsen-Monogatari, Toyko, Japan, where tourists are able to strip off and soak in onsen - natural mineral-rich hot springs - as part of the Japanese tradition.
Thirdly, if you want to awaken your senses, all you need to do is go for Naked Spa Treatments in Ayana Resort Bali and Spa, Indonesia where indulgent therapies will leave you refreshed.
At number four is the Naked Sauana in Kotiharjun Sauna in Kallio, Helsinki, Finland, where the only remaining wood-burning sauna, which dates back to 1928, still exists. Visitors can enjoy a scrub-down and massage too.
Fifth is the Naked Art Festival in Portschach am Worthersee, Austria, which is held annually. The World Bodypainting Festival is the biggest art event in bodypainting theme. It is held from June 27 to July 3.
In sixth place is the Naked City in Cap d’Agde, France, where people go about their businesses in the buff. The entire town is clothing-optional and it is known as the world’s capital of naturism.
Seventh place goes to the Naked Park in Englischer Garten, Munich, Germany. It is one of Europe’s biggest city parks covering an area of nearly four square kilometres, and nude sunbathing has been permitted in the park since the 1960s.
At number eight is the Naked Beach in Haulover Beach, Miami Beach, Florida, which is one of the few government sanctioned clothing-optional beaches in the US.
In ninth place is the Naked Cruise in Split, Croatia, by cruising company eWaterways. The eight-day naked cruise takes one along the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia.
Lastly, at number ten is the Burning Man Event in Black Rock Desert, Nevada, US. The famous annual festival is held from August 29 to September 5, and many participants have described it as an “experiment in community, radical self-expression and self-reliance”.
The event is clothing-optional and people are encouraged to use art forms and projects to express themselves.
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Lyricist Gulzar to help Rituparno Ghosh
Writer, lyricist Gulzar is all set to help Rituparno Ghosh with the Hindi version of his Bengali movie ‘Naukadubi’...
Rituparno Ghosh’s ‘Naukadubi’ is all set to hit the theatres on May 06, on the eve of Rabindranath Tagore’s 150 th birth anniversary. Ghosh is keen that the film is watched across the country and plans to make it a multi-lingual affair.
‘Naukadaubi’ is backed by Subhash Ghai’s production house, Mukta Arts. And helping the makers with the Hindi version of this Bengali treat is the great lyricist and writer Gulzar. Gulzar saw the movie and was so impressed by it that he agreed to help with the Hindi version.
Gulzar will primarily be working on the lyrics of the songs in the film, and will also lend a helping hand with the dialogues. The film stars Riya and Raima Sen, Prosenjit Chatterjee and Jisshu Sengupta.
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Rituparno Ghosh’s ‘Naukadubi’ is all set to hit the theatres on May 06, on the eve of Rabindranath Tagore’s 150 th birth anniversary. Ghosh is keen that the film is watched across the country and plans to make it a multi-lingual affair.
‘Naukadaubi’ is backed by Subhash Ghai’s production house, Mukta Arts. And helping the makers with the Hindi version of this Bengali treat is the great lyricist and writer Gulzar. Gulzar saw the movie and was so impressed by it that he agreed to help with the Hindi version.
Gulzar will primarily be working on the lyrics of the songs in the film, and will also lend a helping hand with the dialogues. The film stars Riya and Raima Sen, Prosenjit Chatterjee and Jisshu Sengupta.
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Ashutosh Rana’s passport stolen
Television actor Ashutosh Rana, who bagged two nominations for the Star Parivar Awards, says his passport and foreign currency was stolen from his car just hours before he was supposed to leave for the airport. As a result, he was unable to attend Thursday’s ceremony in Macau.
“That day (Monday), I was about to take the 1.30 a.m. Cathay Pacific flight for Macau. I returned home at around 6.30 p.m. and keept my things in place for the trip. After a few minutes, I got a call from Versova police station and the officer said he had got my bag with my documents and photographs asked me to collect the bag,” Ashutosh told.
“At first, I couldn’t understand which bag the officer was talking about. I went there and I found my bag. My passport and currency was missing, but everything else was there. That was really unfortunate. I lodged an FIR because for reissuing a passport, they need some kind of proof,” said the actor who is playing corrupt police officer in Star Plus’ “ Kaali - Ek Agnipariksha”.
The police found the bag outside Union Bank in Andheri.
“They got the bag from outside the Union Bank branch in Andheri near Lokhandwala circle. The police got a call from the bank that an unidentified bag was lying outside the bank so they should come and check it,” said the actor.
Asked how it got stolen, he said: “Sometime between 3.30 p.m. and 4 p.m. I took medicine from that bag. I went to Infinity Mall and came back and the bag was still there. Who could have thought that the bag will be stolen from the car, when the driver was sitting in the car?”
For the Star Pariwar Awards, Ashutosh was nominated in two categories - best actor in a negative role for “Kaali - Ek Agnipariksha” and in the best dressed actor category.
Rana regrets he couldn’t make it to the award function.
“It was really unfortunate because I was nominated in two categories and I was also to anchor a part of the show. It’s really a big setback,” he said.
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“That day (Monday), I was about to take the 1.30 a.m. Cathay Pacific flight for Macau. I returned home at around 6.30 p.m. and keept my things in place for the trip. After a few minutes, I got a call from Versova police station and the officer said he had got my bag with my documents and photographs asked me to collect the bag,” Ashutosh told.
“At first, I couldn’t understand which bag the officer was talking about. I went there and I found my bag. My passport and currency was missing, but everything else was there. That was really unfortunate. I lodged an FIR because for reissuing a passport, they need some kind of proof,” said the actor who is playing corrupt police officer in Star Plus’ “ Kaali - Ek Agnipariksha”.
The police found the bag outside Union Bank in Andheri.
“They got the bag from outside the Union Bank branch in Andheri near Lokhandwala circle. The police got a call from the bank that an unidentified bag was lying outside the bank so they should come and check it,” said the actor.
Asked how it got stolen, he said: “Sometime between 3.30 p.m. and 4 p.m. I took medicine from that bag. I went to Infinity Mall and came back and the bag was still there. Who could have thought that the bag will be stolen from the car, when the driver was sitting in the car?”
For the Star Pariwar Awards, Ashutosh was nominated in two categories - best actor in a negative role for “Kaali - Ek Agnipariksha” and in the best dressed actor category.
Rana regrets he couldn’t make it to the award function.
“It was really unfortunate because I was nominated in two categories and I was also to anchor a part of the show. It’s really a big setback,” he said.
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Nawab Shah escapes freak accident
The Actor Nawab Shah, known for his character roles in TV serials and films, met with a serious car accident at the Jim Corbett National Park in Uttaranchal.
His car was badly damaged but he miraculously survived the accident. A friend of Shah’s said, “He took a break from work to go there. While returning on Saturday night, his car got smashed but he escaped with just a fracture. He was rushed to a local hospital and then transferred to a hospital in Delhi.
An iron rod has now been surgically put in his leg.” Neither Nawab nor his family members could be reached for comment, as he is in the Intensive Care Unit of the hospital.
The actor will be seen in a negative role in Don 2 and Bodyguard. We wish he recovers soon to take on the challenge.
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His car was badly damaged but he miraculously survived the accident. A friend of Shah’s said, “He took a break from work to go there. While returning on Saturday night, his car got smashed but he escaped with just a fracture. He was rushed to a local hospital and then transferred to a hospital in Delhi.
An iron rod has now been surgically put in his leg.” Neither Nawab nor his family members could be reached for comment, as he is in the Intensive Care Unit of the hospital.
The actor will be seen in a negative role in Don 2 and Bodyguard. We wish he recovers soon to take on the challenge.
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Sonakshi Sinha, Ranveer Singh eye each other!
Sonakshi Sinha and Ranveer Singh suit each other in more ways than one.
Not only because they both hail from Mumbai or are tall but because, they are this year’s biggest discoveries and award winners. Both have won all the possible debut acting awards.
Interestingly, both have even expressed interest of working with each other too.
Ranveer has also made it clear that he will choose scripts carefully. “I will take up what’s best for me” he said.
The actor apparently even refused a Subhash Ghai film on the grounds of script. When asked he however clarified, “Not at all. Nothing has been offered to me by Mr Ghai as yet.”
Subhash Ghai chose not to react.
Looks like a good script with Sonakshi is all on Ranveer’s mind right now.
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Not only because they both hail from Mumbai or are tall but because, they are this year’s biggest discoveries and award winners. Both have won all the possible debut acting awards.
Interestingly, both have even expressed interest of working with each other too.
Ranveer has also made it clear that he will choose scripts carefully. “I will take up what’s best for me” he said.
The actor apparently even refused a Subhash Ghai film on the grounds of script. When asked he however clarified, “Not at all. Nothing has been offered to me by Mr Ghai as yet.”
Subhash Ghai chose not to react.
Looks like a good script with Sonakshi is all on Ranveer’s mind right now.
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At 43, Madhuri Dixit still casts a spell
You can’t be in showbiz and not be visible - but that doesn’t apply to Madhuri Dixit. If she ruled the box office in her prime, the soaring TRPs of “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa” now prove she is equally saleable when she is a mother of two and spends much of her time being a homemaker in the US.
“We had been trying to get Madhuri as a judge for the past two seasons. She has been known as a dancing diva and who better could we have got for a show which is all about perfect dancing,” Ajay Bhalwankar, programming head, Sony, told IANS.
“She has added a lot of freshness to the show and she is an extremely honest judge. In all our four seasons, this season has been the highest TRP earner thanks to Madhuri,” he added.
Madhuri’s India sojourn is coming to an end with the “Jhalak...” finale set to take place in the first week of March. But her stay has proved that the graceful actor’s charm hasn’t faded even after 25 years, marriage and a sabbatical.
Ever since she set foot again in India in November last year, she has been hogging the limelight.
The 43-year-old broke many hearts when she tied the knot in 2002 with Shriram Madhav Nene, a doctor based out in Denver, US. Post- marriage, Madhuri featured only in “Aaja Nachle” because she got busy with family and children.
The beautiful actress was after all a rage in Bollywood. Despite her garish clothes and loud makeup, the trained kathak dancer lit up the screen with her million-dollar smile, dance and her performances in “Tezaab”, “ Ram Lakhan”, “Sajan”, “Beta”, “Dil” and many more.
When Rajshri Productions, which had launched her in 1984 with “Abodh”, teamed up with Madhuri a decade later in “Hum Aapke Hain Koun!”, they created history by giving Hindi cinema one of its biggest grossers. The audiences lapped up the movie, which ran about a year and earned over Rs.600 million.
Another turning point in Madhuri’s career was when Yash Chopra roped her in for “Dil Toh Pagal Hai” and paired her with the king of romance, Shah Rukh Khan. The dream merchant gave her a makeover, presenting her in a stylish manner. The love saga was a box- office bumper and the lead pair repeated the success story with “Devdas”.
In 2000, the multiple award-winner became the actress of the millennium. And the Madhuri magic hasn’t faded even now.
Rani Mukerji, a successful actress herself, surprised everyone when she lay prostrate before Madhuri on “ Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4” to show her love and admiration for the diva.
And Priyanka Chopra paid a glowing tribute to her at the Filmfare Awards.
Ravina Kohli, creative head of Yash Raj Films TV, said: “Madhuri definitely has an undying charm. Even after being in the industry for so many years, all she has to do is smile and she takes us back to the same time when she was the number one in Bollywood. This charm of hers will never go because her smile adds a lovely warmth to her personality.”
There are many who still want to work with her. From her co-star of many films Anil Kapoor to southern superstar Rajnikanth, she has got offers for movies from many and even shot a commercial for Hindustan Lever.
There was a black patch when Madhuri landed in tax trouble after her name was found in Chitresh Shrivastava’s record for a Rs.3-million payment. But it failed to diminish the Madhuri aura.
“She is a a very down-to-earth lady and a great actor to work with. She is very honest. She is the most beautiful actress. She respects those who are good at their work,” said makeup artist Bharat, of Bharat and Dorris, who is working with her for a Basmati Rice ad.
Mona Singh, the “Jhalak...” co-anchor, told IANS: “I have hosted a lot of shows before...but this season of ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ is like a dream come true. I was super nervous when I had to face the camera in front of her...but her presence is comforting as she is very encouraging.
“She is a big star, but was humble enough to tell me that she had seen ‘Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin’ and that she likes me since then.”
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“We had been trying to get Madhuri as a judge for the past two seasons. She has been known as a dancing diva and who better could we have got for a show which is all about perfect dancing,” Ajay Bhalwankar, programming head, Sony, told IANS.
“She has added a lot of freshness to the show and she is an extremely honest judge. In all our four seasons, this season has been the highest TRP earner thanks to Madhuri,” he added.
Madhuri’s India sojourn is coming to an end with the “Jhalak...” finale set to take place in the first week of March. But her stay has proved that the graceful actor’s charm hasn’t faded even after 25 years, marriage and a sabbatical.
Ever since she set foot again in India in November last year, she has been hogging the limelight.
The 43-year-old broke many hearts when she tied the knot in 2002 with Shriram Madhav Nene, a doctor based out in Denver, US. Post- marriage, Madhuri featured only in “Aaja Nachle” because she got busy with family and children.
The beautiful actress was after all a rage in Bollywood. Despite her garish clothes and loud makeup, the trained kathak dancer lit up the screen with her million-dollar smile, dance and her performances in “Tezaab”, “ Ram Lakhan”, “Sajan”, “Beta”, “Dil” and many more.
When Rajshri Productions, which had launched her in 1984 with “Abodh”, teamed up with Madhuri a decade later in “Hum Aapke Hain Koun!”, they created history by giving Hindi cinema one of its biggest grossers. The audiences lapped up the movie, which ran about a year and earned over Rs.600 million.
Another turning point in Madhuri’s career was when Yash Chopra roped her in for “Dil Toh Pagal Hai” and paired her with the king of romance, Shah Rukh Khan. The dream merchant gave her a makeover, presenting her in a stylish manner. The love saga was a box- office bumper and the lead pair repeated the success story with “Devdas”.
In 2000, the multiple award-winner became the actress of the millennium. And the Madhuri magic hasn’t faded even now.
Rani Mukerji, a successful actress herself, surprised everyone when she lay prostrate before Madhuri on “ Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4” to show her love and admiration for the diva.
And Priyanka Chopra paid a glowing tribute to her at the Filmfare Awards.
Ravina Kohli, creative head of Yash Raj Films TV, said: “Madhuri definitely has an undying charm. Even after being in the industry for so many years, all she has to do is smile and she takes us back to the same time when she was the number one in Bollywood. This charm of hers will never go because her smile adds a lovely warmth to her personality.”
There are many who still want to work with her. From her co-star of many films Anil Kapoor to southern superstar Rajnikanth, she has got offers for movies from many and even shot a commercial for Hindustan Lever.
There was a black patch when Madhuri landed in tax trouble after her name was found in Chitresh Shrivastava’s record for a Rs.3-million payment. But it failed to diminish the Madhuri aura.
“She is a a very down-to-earth lady and a great actor to work with. She is very honest. She is the most beautiful actress. She respects those who are good at their work,” said makeup artist Bharat, of Bharat and Dorris, who is working with her for a Basmati Rice ad.
Mona Singh, the “Jhalak...” co-anchor, told IANS: “I have hosted a lot of shows before...but this season of ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ is like a dream come true. I was super nervous when I had to face the camera in front of her...but her presence is comforting as she is very encouraging.
“She is a big star, but was humble enough to tell me that she had seen ‘Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin’ and that she likes me since then.”
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Bebo (Kareena Kapoor) can’t part with Saif Ali Khan’s private number
Saif Ali Khan has put one of his cellphones into a drawer and thrown the key away. That’s right! The Junior Nawab of Pataudi usually gets grouchy and out of reach when he is shooting a film.
The actor, as everyone knows is on a start-to-finish schedule of Aarakshan in Bhopal. And, he doesn’t wish to be disturbed. Of course, he still has another cellphone number on which he stays connected with his girlfriend Kareena Kapoor, his children-Sarah and Ibrahim and his parents.
Now Bebo is in a dilemma because people who cannot reach Saif are constantly calling her. They want her to part with Saif’s private number. The actress knows she can hardly say that she doesn’t have Saif’s number. Yet at the same time she has been asked by Saif not to give his number away! What will she do?
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The actor, as everyone knows is on a start-to-finish schedule of Aarakshan in Bhopal. And, he doesn’t wish to be disturbed. Of course, he still has another cellphone number on which he stays connected with his girlfriend Kareena Kapoor, his children-Sarah and Ibrahim and his parents.
Now Bebo is in a dilemma because people who cannot reach Saif are constantly calling her. They want her to part with Saif’s private number. The actress knows she can hardly say that she doesn’t have Saif’s number. Yet at the same time she has been asked by Saif not to give his number away! What will she do?
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Deepika Padukone to shoot with Hema Malini
Deepika Padukone is super excited. She is set to shoot with Hema Malini who has floored Dips by complimenting her work and looks.
Hema we hear told Deepika that if there is a dream girl in today’s generation, then it is she. In fact, very interestingly in Deepika’s debut film, Om Shanti Om, Deepika is referred to as the ‘Dreamy Girl’ in the film, which was an ode to Hema Malini’s Dream Girl image. Deepika says, “It is an absolute honour to work with Hemaji. She is so lovely and graceful. She is one of the finest actresses of all times. I’m very excited to learn from her.”
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Hema we hear told Deepika that if there is a dream girl in today’s generation, then it is she. In fact, very interestingly in Deepika’s debut film, Om Shanti Om, Deepika is referred to as the ‘Dreamy Girl’ in the film, which was an ode to Hema Malini’s Dream Girl image. Deepika says, “It is an absolute honour to work with Hemaji. She is so lovely and graceful. She is one of the finest actresses of all times. I’m very excited to learn from her.”
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Raveena Tandon open to work with Akshay Kumar
Akshay Kumar’s ex-love Raveena Tandon has no grudges of working with him today.
In times when Bollywood stars like Kareena Kapoor and Deepika Padukone can’t see eye-to-eye with their ex-flames, it is surprising to know that the ex-girlfriends of Akshay Kumar have no qualms working with him.
Some time back Shilpa Shetty had admitted that she had no problems of working with Akshay Kumar if she got a chance. And now Raveena Tandon who is all set to make a comeback in Bollywood is making similar claims. The actress is open to the idea of working with Akshay Kumar, of course on the excuse that if a ‘good script’ comes across.
However the question is will Akshay Kumar, who is a Bollywood superstar today, be willing to work with any of his past ladyloves, who are history today?
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In times when Bollywood stars like Kareena Kapoor and Deepika Padukone can’t see eye-to-eye with their ex-flames, it is surprising to know that the ex-girlfriends of Akshay Kumar have no qualms working with him.
Some time back Shilpa Shetty had admitted that she had no problems of working with Akshay Kumar if she got a chance. And now Raveena Tandon who is all set to make a comeback in Bollywood is making similar claims. The actress is open to the idea of working with Akshay Kumar, of course on the excuse that if a ‘good script’ comes across.
However the question is will Akshay Kumar, who is a Bollywood superstar today, be willing to work with any of his past ladyloves, who are history today?
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Celina Jaitly’s on a romantic break!
The year 2010 was a busy one for actress Celina Jaitly. The actress was practically living out of a suitcase, traveling from one place to the next, juggling between movies, events and endorsements.
Finally, Celina is on a well deserved break and is enjoying every bit of it with her beau Peter Haag in Dubai. The sexy siren is on a month long break full of shopping sprees and spa treatments. What’s more, Celina is finally able to spend quality time with fiancé Peter and got to celebrate Valentine’s Day with him. Peter had surprised Celina with a very romantic evening in the highest restaurant of the Emirates towers, with a breath-taking view of the city, and gifted her a puppy. The actress will return to India in March and is all geared up for her Kannad film, Shreemathi’s last schedule.
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Finally, Celina is on a well deserved break and is enjoying every bit of it with her beau Peter Haag in Dubai. The sexy siren is on a month long break full of shopping sprees and spa treatments. What’s more, Celina is finally able to spend quality time with fiancé Peter and got to celebrate Valentine’s Day with him. Peter had surprised Celina with a very romantic evening in the highest restaurant of the Emirates towers, with a breath-taking view of the city, and gifted her a puppy. The actress will return to India in March and is all geared up for her Kannad film, Shreemathi’s last schedule.
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Grover replaces Mickey Rourke
Gulshan Grover, was recently in Los Angeles to shoot for one of the PETA campaigns. The whole crew including the models and the photographers worked free for the love of animals.
Grover shot two campaigns for PETA – one against wearing leather and the second one to control the number of dogs. Interestingly, Grover has replaced Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke in this campaign, as earlier, this campaign was done by Mickey Rourke. Says Grover, “Don’t kill someone for looks, instead kill them by your looks. If you wear leather, an animal has to be killed for that, but if you wear pleather, it looks the same and nobody has to be killed. We are all wearing pleather in the shoot.” Grover told us that PETA founder Ingrid Newkirk thanked all of them personally for their contribution to animals.
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Grover shot two campaigns for PETA – one against wearing leather and the second one to control the number of dogs. Interestingly, Grover has replaced Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke in this campaign, as earlier, this campaign was done by Mickey Rourke. Says Grover, “Don’t kill someone for looks, instead kill them by your looks. If you wear leather, an animal has to be killed for that, but if you wear pleather, it looks the same and nobody has to be killed. We are all wearing pleather in the shoot.” Grover told us that PETA founder Ingrid Newkirk thanked all of them personally for their contribution to animals.
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Arjun Rampal goes global
Arjun Rampal will now have a perfume of his own name. The Bollywood hunk also plans to go global with it.
He joins the likes of Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Shilpa Shetty who also have a fragrance named after them. We hear that Arjun’s wife Mehr Jessia is heading the operations of this move and she is working overtime along with her husband to layout a business plan. After all behind every successful man, there is a woman.
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He joins the likes of Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Shilpa Shetty who also have a fragrance named after them. We hear that Arjun’s wife Mehr Jessia is heading the operations of this move and she is working overtime along with her husband to layout a business plan. After all behind every successful man, there is a woman.
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7 Khoon Maaf dies a slow death
While it has recovered its investment cost, Priyanka Chopra’s ‘7 Khoon Maaf’ fails to meet expectations and seems to be dying a slow death at the box-office.
Expectations from Vishal Bharadwaj’s 7 Khoon Maaf were humungous after the dark and offbeat Kaminey that he delivered last time. And perhaps that backfired for the film. Despite Priyanka Chopra’s powerful performance, Vivaan Shah’s decent debut, an interesting concept and good music working in its favour; the slow pacing, long length, multiple marital episodes and an ambiguous ending went against the film.
7 Khoon Maaf had a slow opening at the box-office and failed to pick up over the weekend. Of course the start of cricket World Cup can be attributed to the slump in business but that is not the only reason. The mixed reviews have also worked against the film.
Made on a budget of Rs 22 crore (15 cr production cost + 7 cr publicity), the first weekend collection came to Rs 15 cr (13 cr India + 2 cr overseas). However for a solo A-grade release with such a widespread release, better business was expected at the box-office. The film has recovered its investment through non-theatrical avenues (Rs 11 crore satellite and music rights + Rs 2 crore home video and other sources), but is certainly rejected in terms of theatrical revenues.
With the Cricket World Cup having started in full swing, big Bollywood movies will take a backseat in the next couple of months. Interestingly this also becomes an ideal period for smaller films to schedule their release since they do not have opposition in the form of big Bollywood releases.
The coming week sees the release of Tanu Weds Manu starring Kangana Ranaut and Madhavan. The other release is a children’s film called Satrangee Parachute. So Tanu Weds Manu doesn’t have big competition and should be able to sail through on the basis of its merits.
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Expectations from Vishal Bharadwaj’s 7 Khoon Maaf were humungous after the dark and offbeat Kaminey that he delivered last time. And perhaps that backfired for the film. Despite Priyanka Chopra’s powerful performance, Vivaan Shah’s decent debut, an interesting concept and good music working in its favour; the slow pacing, long length, multiple marital episodes and an ambiguous ending went against the film.
7 Khoon Maaf had a slow opening at the box-office and failed to pick up over the weekend. Of course the start of cricket World Cup can be attributed to the slump in business but that is not the only reason. The mixed reviews have also worked against the film.
Made on a budget of Rs 22 crore (15 cr production cost + 7 cr publicity), the first weekend collection came to Rs 15 cr (13 cr India + 2 cr overseas). However for a solo A-grade release with such a widespread release, better business was expected at the box-office. The film has recovered its investment through non-theatrical avenues (Rs 11 crore satellite and music rights + Rs 2 crore home video and other sources), but is certainly rejected in terms of theatrical revenues.
With the Cricket World Cup having started in full swing, big Bollywood movies will take a backseat in the next couple of months. Interestingly this also becomes an ideal period for smaller films to schedule their release since they do not have opposition in the form of big Bollywood releases.
The coming week sees the release of Tanu Weds Manu starring Kangana Ranaut and Madhavan. The other release is a children’s film called Satrangee Parachute. So Tanu Weds Manu doesn’t have big competition and should be able to sail through on the basis of its merits.
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Greek Season 4 Episode 8: Subclass Plagiostomi
Greek Season 4 Episode 8 can be watched on Monday, February 21, 2011 at 9:00pm EST on ABC Family TV channel.
Title of the brand new episode is: Subclass Plagiostomi. Synopsis of the episode is: Casey and Evan continue their feud during a mock trial in Professor Segal's class, making the case personal instead of a simple class assignment; Rusty and Calvin must save Dale from being humiliated by the Omega Chis during the Pledge Talent Show.
Greek (promoted in faux-Greek alphabet as GRΣΣK) is an American comedy-drama television series, which follows students of the fictional Cyprus-Rhodes University (CRU), located in Ohio, who participate in the school's Greek system. The show's plots often take place within the confines of the fictional fraternities, Kappa Tau Gamma (ΚΤΓ) and Omega Chi Delta (ΩΧΔ), or the fictional sorority, Zeta Beta Zeta (ΖΒZ). Throughout the course of the series, other non-Greek characters and situations are introduced, but they all tie into larger relationships with the Greeks.
On February 19, 2010, it was announced that Greek had been renewed for a fourth and final season, which premiered on January 3, 2011.
The fourth and final season of Greek is being promoted as Greek: The Final Semester.
Title of the brand new episode is: Subclass Plagiostomi. Synopsis of the episode is: Casey and Evan continue their feud during a mock trial in Professor Segal's class, making the case personal instead of a simple class assignment; Rusty and Calvin must save Dale from being humiliated by the Omega Chis during the Pledge Talent Show.
Greek (promoted in faux-Greek alphabet as GRΣΣK) is an American comedy-drama television series, which follows students of the fictional Cyprus-Rhodes University (CRU), located in Ohio, who participate in the school's Greek system. The show's plots often take place within the confines of the fictional fraternities, Kappa Tau Gamma (ΚΤΓ) and Omega Chi Delta (ΩΧΔ), or the fictional sorority, Zeta Beta Zeta (ΖΒZ). Throughout the course of the series, other non-Greek characters and situations are introduced, but they all tie into larger relationships with the Greeks.
On February 19, 2010, it was announced that Greek had been renewed for a fourth and final season, which premiered on January 3, 2011.
The fourth and final season of Greek is being promoted as Greek: The Final Semester.
Chuck Season 4 Episode 16: Chuck Versus the Masquerade
Chuck Season 4 Episode 16 can be watched on Monday, February 21, 2011 at 8:00pm EST on WNBC (NBC) TV channel.
Title of the brand new episode is: Chuck Versus the Masquerade. Synopsis of the episode is: The team is sent to England to protect a reclusive heiress; Casey gets an offer from Jane Bentley (Robin Givens); Ellie and Awesome solve a parenting problem; Morgan considers a move.
Chuck is an action-comedy television program from the United States created by Josh Schwartz and Chris Fedak. The series is about an "average computer-whiz-next-door" who receives an encoded e-mail from an old college friend now working in the CIA; the message embeds the only remaining copy of the world's greatest spy secrets into Chuck's brain.
Produced by College Hill Pictures, Fake Empire, Wonderland Sound and Vision and Warner Bros. Television, the series premiered on September 24, 2007, on NBC, airing on Monday nights at 8/7c.
Chuck was renewed and began in January, 2010 for a third season following a campaign mounted by fans to have the network renew the show. A major sponsorship deal between NBC and the Subway restaurant chain was also announced to help cover costs of the third season. A fourth season was picked up by NBC and began airing on NBC's fall 2010 schedule.
Title of the brand new episode is: Chuck Versus the Masquerade. Synopsis of the episode is: The team is sent to England to protect a reclusive heiress; Casey gets an offer from Jane Bentley (Robin Givens); Ellie and Awesome solve a parenting problem; Morgan considers a move.
Chuck is an action-comedy television program from the United States created by Josh Schwartz and Chris Fedak. The series is about an "average computer-whiz-next-door" who receives an encoded e-mail from an old college friend now working in the CIA; the message embeds the only remaining copy of the world's greatest spy secrets into Chuck's brain.
Produced by College Hill Pictures, Fake Empire, Wonderland Sound and Vision and Warner Bros. Television, the series premiered on September 24, 2007, on NBC, airing on Monday nights at 8/7c.
Chuck was renewed and began in January, 2010 for a third season following a campaign mounted by fans to have the network renew the show. A major sponsorship deal between NBC and the Subway restaurant chain was also announced to help cover costs of the third season. A fourth season was picked up by NBC and began airing on NBC's fall 2010 schedule.
How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 17: Garbage Island
How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 17 can be watched on Monday February 21, 2011 at 8:00pm EST on WCBS (CBS) TV channel.
Title of the brand new episode is: Garbage Island. Synopsis of the episode is: Marshall becomes obsessed with saving the environment after seeing a documentary on garbage; Ted runs into The Captain; Barney admits he has feelings for a woman.
How I Met Your Mother, stylized in the opening credits as how i met your mother, is an American situation comedy that premiered on CBS on September 19, 2005. The show was created by Craig Thomas and Carter Bays.
As a framing device, the main character, Ted Mosby (Josh Radnor), with narration by Bob Saget, in the year 2030 recounts to his son and daughter the events that led to his meeting their mother, which explains the title and allows for a narration in the past tense. How I Met Your Mother's other main characters are Lily Aldrin (Alyson Hannigan), Marshall Eriksen (Jason Segel), Robin Scherbatsky (Cobie Smulders) and Barney Stinson (Neil Patrick Harris).
Title of the brand new episode is: Garbage Island. Synopsis of the episode is: Marshall becomes obsessed with saving the environment after seeing a documentary on garbage; Ted runs into The Captain; Barney admits he has feelings for a woman.
How I Met Your Mother, stylized in the opening credits as how i met your mother, is an American situation comedy that premiered on CBS on September 19, 2005. The show was created by Craig Thomas and Carter Bays.
As a framing device, the main character, Ted Mosby (Josh Radnor), with narration by Bob Saget, in the year 2030 recounts to his son and daughter the events that led to his meeting their mother, which explains the title and allows for a narration in the past tense. How I Met Your Mother's other main characters are Lily Aldrin (Alyson Hannigan), Marshall Eriksen (Jason Segel), Robin Scherbatsky (Cobie Smulders) and Barney Stinson (Neil Patrick Harris).
The Bad Girls Club Season 6 Episode 6 Play With It
The Bad Girls Club Season 6 Episode 6 can be watched on Monday February 21, 2011 at 9:00pm EST on Oxygen TV channel. Title of the brand new episode is: Play With It. Synopsis of the episode is: Nikki and the new roommate get off to a rocky start; Lauren tries to push Char out of the house; three of the girls try out for Playboy.
The Bad Girls Club or stylized as BGC (Bad Girls Club) is an American reality television satire that has been airing on Oxygen since December 6, 2006. The show was created by Jonathan Murray and is produced by Bunim/Murray Productions (the same company that produces the reality series The Real World.) The show's premise follows seven women with a number of personal, behavioral, and psychological problems, deemed "bad girls", as they live together for three months. Cameras record their relationships and their attempts to accomplish specific goals. There have been five complete aired seasons of "The Bad Girls Club".
On January 10, 2011, the sixth season aired at its new time and time slot. The show is a ratings success for Oxygen beginning with season one which became the first show aired on Oxygen to reach one million viewers. So far, each season has helped boost ratings, viewership, and awareness for Oxygen. Season four's "Go With The Flo" became the most watched episode of the Bad Girls Club, achieving 2.27 million viewers. During the premiere of Bad Girls Club Miami Oxygen Network recorded a record high view of 1.34 million viewers, the series went to break the "biggest premiere" ever in Oxygen history, according to Nielsen Media Research, until season six broke the record. The debut also broke all previous records of the "Bad Girls Club" franchise and in network history, across all key demos. Additionally, season 5 became the most watched Oxygen telecast during the 9 PM hour. The premiere also outperformed all other cable networks, along with ABC and CBS.
Season 6 was nominated for "Favorite Reality-Show Guilty Pleasure" for the second annual IVillage awards.
A group of seven rebellious women who are between the ages of 21 and 27 moves in a mansion and must try to co-exist with different personalities, lives, race and sexual orientations and above all they must try to adapt to the frequent changes of moods and behaviors of their roommates. The seven "original" bad girls must also obey all the rules that were given to them prior to moving in such as no physical violence towards anyone including the producers, the girls must not intrude a "bad girls" production room and must tolerate various interviews in their diary rooms. The girls must also follow normal rules of the country when leaving the house to go on dates, personal tasks and/or parting. During the show, the girls are put into situations where some must divide the house, create havoc to satisfy oneself, book parties and hook ups in clubs, groceries shopping and they must also juggle everything including their own personal lives. The girls are allowed to contact their families and their personal relationship partners, the girls are given either a laptop or a big screen TV that features a home computer.
The Bad Girls Club or stylized as BGC (Bad Girls Club) is an American reality television satire that has been airing on Oxygen since December 6, 2006. The show was created by Jonathan Murray and is produced by Bunim/Murray Productions (the same company that produces the reality series The Real World.) The show's premise follows seven women with a number of personal, behavioral, and psychological problems, deemed "bad girls", as they live together for three months. Cameras record their relationships and their attempts to accomplish specific goals. There have been five complete aired seasons of "The Bad Girls Club".
On January 10, 2011, the sixth season aired at its new time and time slot. The show is a ratings success for Oxygen beginning with season one which became the first show aired on Oxygen to reach one million viewers. So far, each season has helped boost ratings, viewership, and awareness for Oxygen. Season four's "Go With The Flo" became the most watched episode of the Bad Girls Club, achieving 2.27 million viewers. During the premiere of Bad Girls Club Miami Oxygen Network recorded a record high view of 1.34 million viewers, the series went to break the "biggest premiere" ever in Oxygen history, according to Nielsen Media Research, until season six broke the record. The debut also broke all previous records of the "Bad Girls Club" franchise and in network history, across all key demos. Additionally, season 5 became the most watched Oxygen telecast during the 9 PM hour. The premiere also outperformed all other cable networks, along with ABC and CBS.
Season 6 was nominated for "Favorite Reality-Show Guilty Pleasure" for the second annual IVillage awards.
A group of seven rebellious women who are between the ages of 21 and 27 moves in a mansion and must try to co-exist with different personalities, lives, race and sexual orientations and above all they must try to adapt to the frequent changes of moods and behaviors of their roommates. The seven "original" bad girls must also obey all the rules that were given to them prior to moving in such as no physical violence towards anyone including the producers, the girls must not intrude a "bad girls" production room and must tolerate various interviews in their diary rooms. The girls must also follow normal rules of the country when leaving the house to go on dates, personal tasks and/or parting. During the show, the girls are put into situations where some must divide the house, create havoc to satisfy oneself, book parties and hook ups in clubs, groceries shopping and they must also juggle everything including their own personal lives. The girls are allowed to contact their families and their personal relationship partners, the girls are given either a laptop or a big screen TV that features a home computer.
Pretty Little Liars Season 1 Episode 18 The Bad Seed
Pretty Little Liars Season 1 Episode 18 can be watched on Monday February 21, at 8:00pm EST on ABC Family TV channel. Title of the brand new episode is: The Bad Seed. Synopsis of the episode is: Tensions rise as the Liars take stock of the suspects that surround them.
Pretty Little Liars is an American mystery teen drama television series created by Marlene King. Based on the popular series of novels written by Sara Shepard, the show premiered on June 8, 2010 on ABC Family. The series follows the lives of Aria Montgomery (Lucy Hale), Spencer Hastings (Troian Bellisario), Hanna Marin (Ashley Benson) and Emily Fields (Shay Mitchell), four girls whose clique falls apart after the disappearance of their queen bee, Alison DiLaurentis (Sasha Pieterse). One year later, they begin receiving messages from a mysterious figure using the name "A" who threatens to expose their secrets — including long-hidden ones they thought only Alison knew.
After an initial order of 10 episodes, on June 28, 2010, ABC Family ordered an additional 12 episodes for season one. These episodes began airing on January 3, 2011. The ratings success of the first 10 episodes prompted the book series to be extended beyond the initial eight novels. On January 10, ABC Family renewed the series for a second season.
Aria, Spencer, Emily, and Hanna were a group of high school girls brought together by the very outgoing Alison. All is well until Alison mysteriously disappears. The girls part ways until a year later when Alison's body is found buried within the gates of her own home. The girls are suddenly all brought together once again, and even before attending Alison's funeral, they begin to get horrifying messages from a stalker known as 'A'. 'A' threatens to tell secrets from the past and present to the people that matter most to the girls, if the girls don't do what 'A' says. The girls all have secrets that could potentially ruin their lives. Aria's secret is the relationship with her new attractive English teacher, Ezra Fitz. Spencer kissed her sister Melissa's boyfriend, Ian, and then also ended up kissing her sister's ex fiancé, Wren. Emily is a closeted lesbian with an attraction for her friend, Maya. Hanna's mother struggles to keep up with money, and Hanna rebels by shoplifting and destroying her boyfriend's car. The girls attempt to discover the true identity of 'A', but they encounter two people from their past, Toby Cavanaugh and his stepsister, Jenna Marshall. Jenna was blinded by one of Alison's pranks, and Toby took the blame and was sent to reform school. The girls continue to look for clues to help them discover the true identity of 'A', which brings them closer to danger.
Pretty Little Liars is an American mystery teen drama television series created by Marlene King. Based on the popular series of novels written by Sara Shepard, the show premiered on June 8, 2010 on ABC Family. The series follows the lives of Aria Montgomery (Lucy Hale), Spencer Hastings (Troian Bellisario), Hanna Marin (Ashley Benson) and Emily Fields (Shay Mitchell), four girls whose clique falls apart after the disappearance of their queen bee, Alison DiLaurentis (Sasha Pieterse). One year later, they begin receiving messages from a mysterious figure using the name "A" who threatens to expose their secrets — including long-hidden ones they thought only Alison knew.
After an initial order of 10 episodes, on June 28, 2010, ABC Family ordered an additional 12 episodes for season one. These episodes began airing on January 3, 2011. The ratings success of the first 10 episodes prompted the book series to be extended beyond the initial eight novels. On January 10, ABC Family renewed the series for a second season.
Aria, Spencer, Emily, and Hanna were a group of high school girls brought together by the very outgoing Alison. All is well until Alison mysteriously disappears. The girls part ways until a year later when Alison's body is found buried within the gates of her own home. The girls are suddenly all brought together once again, and even before attending Alison's funeral, they begin to get horrifying messages from a stalker known as 'A'. 'A' threatens to tell secrets from the past and present to the people that matter most to the girls, if the girls don't do what 'A' says. The girls all have secrets that could potentially ruin their lives. Aria's secret is the relationship with her new attractive English teacher, Ezra Fitz. Spencer kissed her sister Melissa's boyfriend, Ian, and then also ended up kissing her sister's ex fiancé, Wren. Emily is a closeted lesbian with an attraction for her friend, Maya. Hanna's mother struggles to keep up with money, and Hanna rebels by shoplifting and destroying her boyfriend's car. The girls attempt to discover the true identity of 'A', but they encounter two people from their past, Toby Cavanaugh and his stepsister, Jenna Marshall. Jenna was blinded by one of Alison's pranks, and Toby took the blame and was sent to reform school. The girls continue to look for clues to help them discover the true identity of 'A', which brings them closer to danger.
90210 Season 3 Episode 16 It's High Time
90210 Season 3 Episode 16 can be watched on Monday, February 21, at 8:00pm EST on WPIX (CW) TV channel. Title of the brand new episode is: It's High Time. Synopsis of the episode is: Emily interferes with Annie's love life and internship; Naomi hides her feelings for Max; Ivy makes a new friend; Navid, Liam and Dixon plan a night out with Teddy.
90210 is a teen drama developed by Rob Thomas, Jeff Judah and Gabe Sachs, and the fourth series in the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise created by Darren Star. 90210 is the first series produced by CBS Productions under the company's re-launch, but is now produced by CBS Television Studios. The series premiered on The CW on September 2, 2008 with a two episode special.
The series revolves around several students at the fictional West Beverly Hills High, including new Beverly Hills residents Annie Wilson and Dixon Wilson. Their father, Harry Wilson, has returned from Kansas to his Beverly Hills childhood home with his family to care for his mother, former television and theater actress Tabitha Wilson, who has a drinking problem and clashes with his wife Debbie. Annie and Dixon struggle to adjust to their new lives while making friends and yet adhering to their parents' wishes. During its first two seasons, 90210 featured cast members from the original series, including Jennie Garth, Shannen Doherty, Tori Spelling, Ann Gillespie, and Joe E. Tata. However, after the conclusion of the second season, there are no plans for any original stars to return.
DVR ratings for the series have sometimes averaged more than its broadcast ratings.
The project was put on the fast track by the network, and an order of the pilot was expected by the end of the month. The Beverly Hills, 90210 creator, Darren Star, was announced not to be involved with the project. The only surviving element from the original series was believed to be Creative Artists Agency, the talent agency which conceived the spin-off idea. Veronica Mars creator Rob Thomas was in negotiations to write the pilot and Mark Piznarski was in talks to direct.
A detailed breakdown of the pilot written by Thomas was released on March 17, containing information on the plot and characters which would be in the series. None of the characters were related to the original series; however, the series' featured a similar premise: a family with two teenagers who recently moved from the Midwest to Beverly Hills. To reflect the situation at the Beverly Hills school, where around 40 percent of the students were of Persian descent, a student named Navid Shirazi was created. Thomas intended to introduce The Peach Pit, the diner from Beverly Hills, 90210, but noted that it would not be featured in the pilot. The writer considered giving the siblings a job at a movie theater, as he did not want them to use their parents' credit cards. Thomas revealed that there were plans to reintroduce one of the original cast members, but had not met with any of them to discuss a role. Thomas later elaborated the producers wanted to see "as many of the original cast members as possible", but were careful not to "parade them all out in the pilot".
On April 14, Thomas announced that he was leaving the series to focus on his two pilots for ABC. Gabe Sachs and Jeff Judah were hired as the new executive producers and wrote a new version of the script in late April. Sachs said that although Thomas had a "great script", their version of the script was edgier. Judah said that they were trying to ground their script in reality, with real character stories and emotional stories. The writers wanted the audience to relate to the characters' problems, which they wanted to be truthful and emotional, but also comedic. The pair were interested in telling several stories simultaneously, featuring many characters. The pair changed the surname of the main family from Mills to Wilson, along with changing the name of the mother from Celia to Debbie. The pair also told reporters that they would be adding their "comedic impulses" to the script. Sachs and Judah found the parents to be an important part of the series, and designed to be contemporary parents. Since the producers were both fathers, they designed the script to include more prominent adult story lines and a strong point of view on parenting. Judah was interested in focusing on how the family kept their moral center when moving to Beverly Hills, and the way the parents dealt with their teenagers. On May 11, one day before The CW's upfront presentations, the network officially picked up the series for the 2008–2009 television season.
The show was largely considered unsuccessful during its first season. After disagreeing with the network executives over the series' storylines, Sachs and Judah ended their tenure as producers. The CW wanted the series to have a female perspective and focus more on teenage life and glamour; however, Judah and Sachs were more comfortable writing for men, featuring family stories. The studio brought in Rebecca Rand Kirshner Sinclair, co-executive producer of the popular show Gilmore Girls, to revamp the failing '90210.' Sinclair is largely credited for saving the show, which now has steady ratings in its third season. For the remainder of the first season, Judah worked in post-production, including editing and music supervision, while Sachs ran the production on set. Rebecca Sinclair began retooling the series as head writer and formally took over the show at the start of season 2. In late February 2009, Sinclair signed a seven-figure deal with the producers to serve as executive producer/showrunner for the series' second and third seasons.
On February 16, 2010 The CW renewed the show for a third season. It was also moved to Mondays at 8/7c.
90210 is a teen drama developed by Rob Thomas, Jeff Judah and Gabe Sachs, and the fourth series in the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise created by Darren Star. 90210 is the first series produced by CBS Productions under the company's re-launch, but is now produced by CBS Television Studios. The series premiered on The CW on September 2, 2008 with a two episode special.
The series revolves around several students at the fictional West Beverly Hills High, including new Beverly Hills residents Annie Wilson and Dixon Wilson. Their father, Harry Wilson, has returned from Kansas to his Beverly Hills childhood home with his family to care for his mother, former television and theater actress Tabitha Wilson, who has a drinking problem and clashes with his wife Debbie. Annie and Dixon struggle to adjust to their new lives while making friends and yet adhering to their parents' wishes. During its first two seasons, 90210 featured cast members from the original series, including Jennie Garth, Shannen Doherty, Tori Spelling, Ann Gillespie, and Joe E. Tata. However, after the conclusion of the second season, there are no plans for any original stars to return.
DVR ratings for the series have sometimes averaged more than its broadcast ratings.
The project was put on the fast track by the network, and an order of the pilot was expected by the end of the month. The Beverly Hills, 90210 creator, Darren Star, was announced not to be involved with the project. The only surviving element from the original series was believed to be Creative Artists Agency, the talent agency which conceived the spin-off idea. Veronica Mars creator Rob Thomas was in negotiations to write the pilot and Mark Piznarski was in talks to direct.
A detailed breakdown of the pilot written by Thomas was released on March 17, containing information on the plot and characters which would be in the series. None of the characters were related to the original series; however, the series' featured a similar premise: a family with two teenagers who recently moved from the Midwest to Beverly Hills. To reflect the situation at the Beverly Hills school, where around 40 percent of the students were of Persian descent, a student named Navid Shirazi was created. Thomas intended to introduce The Peach Pit, the diner from Beverly Hills, 90210, but noted that it would not be featured in the pilot. The writer considered giving the siblings a job at a movie theater, as he did not want them to use their parents' credit cards. Thomas revealed that there were plans to reintroduce one of the original cast members, but had not met with any of them to discuss a role. Thomas later elaborated the producers wanted to see "as many of the original cast members as possible", but were careful not to "parade them all out in the pilot".
On April 14, Thomas announced that he was leaving the series to focus on his two pilots for ABC. Gabe Sachs and Jeff Judah were hired as the new executive producers and wrote a new version of the script in late April. Sachs said that although Thomas had a "great script", their version of the script was edgier. Judah said that they were trying to ground their script in reality, with real character stories and emotional stories. The writers wanted the audience to relate to the characters' problems, which they wanted to be truthful and emotional, but also comedic. The pair were interested in telling several stories simultaneously, featuring many characters. The pair changed the surname of the main family from Mills to Wilson, along with changing the name of the mother from Celia to Debbie. The pair also told reporters that they would be adding their "comedic impulses" to the script. Sachs and Judah found the parents to be an important part of the series, and designed to be contemporary parents. Since the producers were both fathers, they designed the script to include more prominent adult story lines and a strong point of view on parenting. Judah was interested in focusing on how the family kept their moral center when moving to Beverly Hills, and the way the parents dealt with their teenagers. On May 11, one day before The CW's upfront presentations, the network officially picked up the series for the 2008–2009 television season.
The show was largely considered unsuccessful during its first season. After disagreeing with the network executives over the series' storylines, Sachs and Judah ended their tenure as producers. The CW wanted the series to have a female perspective and focus more on teenage life and glamour; however, Judah and Sachs were more comfortable writing for men, featuring family stories. The studio brought in Rebecca Rand Kirshner Sinclair, co-executive producer of the popular show Gilmore Girls, to revamp the failing '90210.' Sinclair is largely credited for saving the show, which now has steady ratings in its third season. For the remainder of the first season, Judah worked in post-production, including editing and music supervision, while Sachs ran the production on set. Rebecca Sinclair began retooling the series as head writer and formally took over the show at the start of season 2. In late February 2009, Sinclair signed a seven-figure deal with the producers to serve as executive producer/showrunner for the series' second and third seasons.
On February 16, 2010 The CW renewed the show for a third season. It was also moved to Mondays at 8/7c.
House Season 7 Episode 13 Two Stories
House Season 7 Episode 13 can be watched on February 21, Monday at 8:00pm EST on WNYW (FOX) TV channel.
Title of the episode 13 is: Two Stories. Synopsis of the brand new episode is: House shares explicit medical stories with students at a school's career day; two fifth-graders try to help House understand how his antics prevent him from showing Cuddy how he feels.
House (also known as House, M.D.) is an American television medical drama that debuted on the Fox network on November 16, 2004. The show's central character is Dr. Gregory House (Hugh Laurie), an unconventional and misanthropic medical genius who heads a team of diagnosticians at the fictional Princeton‑Plainsboro Teaching Hospital (PPTH) in New Jersey. The show's premise originated with Paul Attanasio, while David Shore, who is credited as creator, was primarily responsible for the conception of the title character. The show's executive producers include Shore, Attanasio, Attanasio's business partner Katie Jacobs, and film director Bryan Singer. It is largely filmed in Century City.
House often clashes with his fellow physicians, including his own diagnostic team, because many of his hypotheses about patients' illnesses are based on subtle or controversial insights. His flouting of hospital rules and procedures frequently runs him afoul of his boss (and, later, girlfriend), hospital administrator and Dean of Medicine Dr. Lisa Cuddy (Lisa Edelstein). House's only true friend is Dr. James Wilson (Robert Sean Leonard), head of the Department of Oncology. During the first three seasons, House's diagnostic team consists of Dr. Robert Chase (Jesse Spencer), Dr. Allison Cameron (Jennifer Morrison), and Dr. Eric Foreman (Omar Epps). At the end of the third season, this team disbands. Rejoined by Foreman, House gradually selects three new team members: Dr. Remy "Thirteen" Hadley (Olivia Wilde), Dr. Chris Taub (Peter Jacobson), and Dr. Lawrence Kutner (Kal Penn). Kutner was written out of the series toward the end of season five, due to Penn's overriding political commitments. Chase and Cameron continue to appear in different roles at the hospital until early in season six. Cameron then leaves the show, and Chase returns to the diagnostic team.
House is critically acclaimed and has high viewer ratings. It was among the top-ten rated shows in the United States from its second through its fourth season; in the 2008–09 season, it fell to nineteenth overall. Distributed to 66 countries, House was the most watched television program in the world in 2008. The show has received several awards, including 9 People's Choice Awards, a Peabody Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and four Primetime Emmy Awards. House's seventh season premiered on September 20, 2010.
Title of the episode 13 is: Two Stories. Synopsis of the brand new episode is: House shares explicit medical stories with students at a school's career day; two fifth-graders try to help House understand how his antics prevent him from showing Cuddy how he feels.
House (also known as House, M.D.) is an American television medical drama that debuted on the Fox network on November 16, 2004. The show's central character is Dr. Gregory House (Hugh Laurie), an unconventional and misanthropic medical genius who heads a team of diagnosticians at the fictional Princeton‑Plainsboro Teaching Hospital (PPTH) in New Jersey. The show's premise originated with Paul Attanasio, while David Shore, who is credited as creator, was primarily responsible for the conception of the title character. The show's executive producers include Shore, Attanasio, Attanasio's business partner Katie Jacobs, and film director Bryan Singer. It is largely filmed in Century City.
House often clashes with his fellow physicians, including his own diagnostic team, because many of his hypotheses about patients' illnesses are based on subtle or controversial insights. His flouting of hospital rules and procedures frequently runs him afoul of his boss (and, later, girlfriend), hospital administrator and Dean of Medicine Dr. Lisa Cuddy (Lisa Edelstein). House's only true friend is Dr. James Wilson (Robert Sean Leonard), head of the Department of Oncology. During the first three seasons, House's diagnostic team consists of Dr. Robert Chase (Jesse Spencer), Dr. Allison Cameron (Jennifer Morrison), and Dr. Eric Foreman (Omar Epps). At the end of the third season, this team disbands. Rejoined by Foreman, House gradually selects three new team members: Dr. Remy "Thirteen" Hadley (Olivia Wilde), Dr. Chris Taub (Peter Jacobson), and Dr. Lawrence Kutner (Kal Penn). Kutner was written out of the series toward the end of season five, due to Penn's overriding political commitments. Chase and Cameron continue to appear in different roles at the hospital until early in season six. Cameron then leaves the show, and Chase returns to the diagnostic team.
House is critically acclaimed and has high viewer ratings. It was among the top-ten rated shows in the United States from its second through its fourth season; in the 2008–09 season, it fell to nineteenth overall. Distributed to 66 countries, House was the most watched television program in the world in 2008. The show has received several awards, including 9 People's Choice Awards, a Peabody Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and four Primetime Emmy Awards. House's seventh season premiered on September 20, 2010.
Gossip Girl Season 4 Episode 16 While You Weren't Sleeping
Gossip Girl Season 4 Episode 16 can be watched on Monday, February 21 at 9:00pm EST on WPIX (CW) TV channel.
Title of the brand new episode is: While You Weren't Sleeping. Synopsis of the episode is: Blair decides to speed up the timetable on her career path to becoming a powerful woman, but ultimately spreads herself too thin. Serena is forced to choose between her family and Ben, while Eric celebrates his 18th birthday
Gossip Girl is an American teen drama series based on the book series of the same name written by Cecily von Ziegesar. The series was created by Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, and premiered on The CW on September 19, 2007. Narrated by the omniscient yet unseen blogger "Gossip Girl", voiced by Kristen Bell, the series revolves around the lives of privileged young adults on Manhattan's Upper East Side in New York City.
The series begins with the return of Serena van der Woodsen (Blake Lively) from a mysterious stay at a boarding school in Cornwall, Connecticut. Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester), whom creators describe as the queen at the center of their chess game, is a longtime friend and occasional rival of Serena's, and the Queen Bee of Constance Billard School's social scene. The story also follows Chuck Bass (Ed Westwick), the bad boy of the Upper East Side, Nate Archibald (Chace Crawford), Chuck's best friend, and other characters of the turbulent Manhattan scene: Dan Humphrey (Penn Badgley), Nate's friend and Serena's on-again, off-again ex; Vanessa Abrams (Jessica Szohr), Dan's best friend; and Dan's sister, Jenny Humphrey (Taylor Momsen).
Each episode begins and ends with the blog page of the Gossip Girl blog with Serena's picture from the pilot episode. Afterward, a recap of events relevant to the upcoming narrative is shown, which ends again with the blog page, only this time with a picture from other character(s) with a text about a recent event connected with the picture.
The narrator is the Gossip Girl, voiced by Kristen Bell. She begins the recap with the sentence "Gossip Girl here, your one and only source into the scandalous lives of Manhattan's elite," and ends the recap with whispered voices saying "Where has she been?" "Serena" then the voice of Gossip Girl says: "And who am I? That's one secret I'll never tell, you know you love me xoxo Gossip Girl" Each episode usually ends with Gossip Girl saying "You know you love me. xoxo, Gossip Girl."
The first episodes of the first season included the original concept from the books, mainly following the lives of the five teenage characters in their high school years. Serena van der Woodsen (Blake Lively) is often described as the 'it girl'. It is revealed that she has had a scandalous past that continues to haunt her, she is known for her many off-again relationships with the male characters and is known for rebellious drive outs. Dan Humphrey (Penn Badgley), an outsider who becomes a part of the turbulent Manhattan scene, an aspiring writer and fairly straight-arrow guy with a good heart and morals. Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester) is the beautiful Queen Bee of Constance Billard School's social scene, as well as Serena's best friend and occasional rival. Nate Archibald (Chace Crawford) is the perfect "Golden Boy" of the Upper East Side, always being fought over by the prominent female characters. Chuck Bass (Ed Westwick) serves as the show's antihero, being a womanizer and party lover with a troubled life and past that provide a hidden vulnerable side.
Beside the five regulars cast members mentioned above, three more characters appeared in the pilot episode. Jenny Humphrey (Taylor Momsen) is Dan's younger sister, who desperately tries to become the next Queen Bee, a goal that makes her realize the true values of life; Lily van der Woodsen (Kelly Rutherford) and Dan's father Rufus Humphrey (Matthew Settle).They share a romantic past that follows them throughout the show, and eventually leads to marriage. The Humphrey family is centered upon as they explore life on the 'Upper East side', Dan trying to look after his little sister as she discovers the party scene.
Vanessa Abrams (Jessica Szohr), enters the show in its first season as Dan's past love, and becomes a series regular after the 14th episode. Other characters include Eric van der Woodsen (Connor Paolo) Serena's kind and compassionate brother, who comes out late in the first season and becomes very close with Jenny. Georgina Sparks (Michelle Trachtenberg) is an occasional antagonist in the show, with a recurring role. Carter Baizen (Sebastian Stan) appears as Chuck's enemy with a romantic interest in Serena.
Many characters appear as guest stars as parents and other relatives of the main cast. Eleanor Waldorf-Rose (Margaret Colin) and Harold Waldorf (John Shea) appeared as Blair's divorced parents, with Cyrus Rose (Wallace Shawn) as Eleanor's husband and Blair's stepfather. Dorota Kishlovsky (Zuzanna Szadkowski) is Blair's loyal maid. Anne Archibald (Francie Swift) and Howard "The Captain" Archibald (Sam Robards) are Nate's estranged parents, while William van der Bilt I (James Naughton) and William "Tripp" van der Bilt III (Aaron Tveit) are Nate's manipulative grandfather and cousin, respectively. Bartholomew "Bart" Bass (Robert John Burke) is Lily's late ex-husband and Chuck's demanding father, and Jack Bass (Desmond Harrington) is Bart's brother and Chuck's uncle. Celia "CeCe" Rhodes (Caroline Lagerfelt) is Serena's grandmother and Gabriela Abrams (Gina Torres) is Vanessa's mother.
Don ‘SRK’ caught in Malaysia!
‘Don ko pakadna mushkil hi nahin...namunkin hai’ is something everyone in Bollywood believes.
Naturally, it was shocking for TOI to discover that Shah Rukh Khan, who is reprising his Don avatar was actually spending time in a Malaysian jail. Hello, what just happened here? We’re wondering how SRK landed in jail. His motive remains unexplained and even the filmmakers of Don 2, Excel Entertainment Pvt Ltd are not divulging any further details.
Jailbird or otherwise, SRK with his long dishevelled locks and a lean sculpted body looks terrific. Of course, his incarceration comes as a rude shock. Perhaps even this has some hidden logic. As the adage goes — Whatever Don does, he does for a reason.
This thriller is due on Christmas. We’ll have to wait until then to know how the Don landed himself in this spot.
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Naturally, it was shocking for TOI to discover that Shah Rukh Khan, who is reprising his Don avatar was actually spending time in a Malaysian jail. Hello, what just happened here? We’re wondering how SRK landed in jail. His motive remains unexplained and even the filmmakers of Don 2, Excel Entertainment Pvt Ltd are not divulging any further details.
Jailbird or otherwise, SRK with his long dishevelled locks and a lean sculpted body looks terrific. Of course, his incarceration comes as a rude shock. Perhaps even this has some hidden logic. As the adage goes — Whatever Don does, he does for a reason.
This thriller is due on Christmas. We’ll have to wait until then to know how the Don landed himself in this spot.
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Anushka upsets Rohit Shetty, Ajay
The attractive Anushka Shetty has put her wrong foot forward in Bollywood. The actor who is on top of her game down South was in talks with Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn for the remake of Singham.
Anushka was the first choice to play Ajay’s love interest because she was in the original film with Sooriya.
Sources indicate that when she was asked to do the remake, she reportedly demanded Rs 1.5 crore; naturally she was shown the door. Of course, there are those who say the girl had genuine date problems, but an insider says, “Money was the issue.”
Anushka has definitely upset Rohit and Ajay, a formidable Bollywood combination now. And she stands replaced by Kajal Agarwal. Kajal is a major draw in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada. The girl rose to prominence after her performance as Yuvarani Mitravinda Devi in Magadheera. Rohit refuses to comment on Anushka. Praising his new heroine Kajal, he says, “She is very popular down south. She has done Magadheera, one of the biggest Telegu hits of all time. We are confident about her pulling off the role successfully.”
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Anushka was the first choice to play Ajay’s love interest because she was in the original film with Sooriya.
Sources indicate that when she was asked to do the remake, she reportedly demanded Rs 1.5 crore; naturally she was shown the door. Of course, there are those who say the girl had genuine date problems, but an insider says, “Money was the issue.”
Anushka has definitely upset Rohit and Ajay, a formidable Bollywood combination now. And she stands replaced by Kajal Agarwal. Kajal is a major draw in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada. The girl rose to prominence after her performance as Yuvarani Mitravinda Devi in Magadheera. Rohit refuses to comment on Anushka. Praising his new heroine Kajal, he says, “She is very popular down south. She has done Magadheera, one of the biggest Telegu hits of all time. We are confident about her pulling off the role successfully.”
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Katrina blew a kiss at Imran?
Katrina Kaif says the kiss she blew at an awards night was in the direction of her Mere Brother Ki Dulhan co-star Imran Khan and not in the direction of his co-host that evening Ranbir Kapoor.
She is sure that the person who saw her blow a kiss towards the stage misjudged the direction of the kiss and who it was actually intended for.
Kat found Imran extremely funny is in his various avatars. Kat says she is genuinely tired of news reports of her proximity with RK Junior and she says the reports are more disturbing because no one really has any photographic evidence of them together.
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She is sure that the person who saw her blow a kiss towards the stage misjudged the direction of the kiss and who it was actually intended for.
Kat found Imran extremely funny is in his various avatars. Kat says she is genuinely tired of news reports of her proximity with RK Junior and she says the reports are more disturbing because no one really has any photographic evidence of them together.
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Madhuri says no to Rajnikanth
This season everyone in Bollywood fell prey to the charms of the 44-year-old Madhuri Dixit who flew in from the US to judge a dance reality show on television.
Besides the Khans, Kapoors and Kumars who poured praises in Mads' honour, the other man who was reportedly enamoured with her is the Tamil megastar Rajnikanth. Madhuri and Rajni have done Uttar Dakshin in 1987.
TOI announced just a few days ago that when Rajni came calling to Mumbai for one night he did attempt to meet a few Bollywood stars.
A distributor says, "Besides casting Deepika Padukone and Sonu Sood from Mumbai, Rajni Sir was also keen to have Madhuri Dixit in Rana. However she turned down the offer. She excused herself saying that she was missing her sons Arin and Raayan too much and wanted to fly back to the United States." Rana as everyone knows has Rajni in a triple role. Madhuri naturally would be cast opposite one of the older characters that Rajni is playing; whereas the 25-year-old Deepika will romance the younger character.
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Besides the Khans, Kapoors and Kumars who poured praises in Mads' honour, the other man who was reportedly enamoured with her is the Tamil megastar Rajnikanth. Madhuri and Rajni have done Uttar Dakshin in 1987.
TOI announced just a few days ago that when Rajni came calling to Mumbai for one night he did attempt to meet a few Bollywood stars.
A distributor says, "Besides casting Deepika Padukone and Sonu Sood from Mumbai, Rajni Sir was also keen to have Madhuri Dixit in Rana. However she turned down the offer. She excused herself saying that she was missing her sons Arin and Raayan too much and wanted to fly back to the United States." Rana as everyone knows has Rajni in a triple role. Madhuri naturally would be cast opposite one of the older characters that Rajni is playing; whereas the 25-year-old Deepika will romance the younger character.
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Kamal Haasan offers film to Sonakshi
Sonakshi Sinha is a year younger than Shruti Haasan.
This star-kid, who is currently riding a crest in Bollywood, has also caught the fancy of the 56-year-old icon, who wishes to cast her in his next film that is being made by a Hyderabad-based production house.
We hear that Sonakshi is in Chandi-garh currently shooting for Shirish Kunder's Joker with Akshay Kumar and will shortly receive a story narration from director Selvaraghavan. Our source says, "Kamal Sir is doing a film that is reportedly inspired by Sir Anthony Hopkins' Hannibal. Since Sonakshi's acting talents in Dabangg have been applauded, Kamal is keen to have her in the role essayed by Julianne Moore."
Our source also specifies, "The film is being adapted to suit the Indian palette and though the film is being made in Tamil, it will in all likelihood be dubbed in Telugu and Hindi also."
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This star-kid, who is currently riding a crest in Bollywood, has also caught the fancy of the 56-year-old icon, who wishes to cast her in his next film that is being made by a Hyderabad-based production house.
We hear that Sonakshi is in Chandi-garh currently shooting for Shirish Kunder's Joker with Akshay Kumar and will shortly receive a story narration from director Selvaraghavan. Our source says, "Kamal Sir is doing a film that is reportedly inspired by Sir Anthony Hopkins' Hannibal. Since Sonakshi's acting talents in Dabangg have been applauded, Kamal is keen to have her in the role essayed by Julianne Moore."
Our source also specifies, "The film is being adapted to suit the Indian palette and though the film is being made in Tamil, it will in all likelihood be dubbed in Telugu and Hindi also."
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Chandan bags Deepa Mehta’s project
Chandan Roy Sanyal that delightfully talented actor from Kaminey is slowly but surely getting his due.
Besides bagging an endorsement for a telecom giant, this young actor will also be seen in Vashu Bhagnani’s F.A.L.T.U and Hema Malini’s Tell Me Oh Khuda.
And now Chandan who caught Deepa Mehta’s eye is flying to Sri Lanka for the internationally renowned filmmaker’s Midnight’s Children based on Salman Rushdie (1981) book.
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Besides bagging an endorsement for a telecom giant, this young actor will also be seen in Vashu Bhagnani’s F.A.L.T.U and Hema Malini’s Tell Me Oh Khuda.
And now Chandan who caught Deepa Mehta’s eye is flying to Sri Lanka for the internationally renowned filmmaker’s Midnight’s Children based on Salman Rushdie (1981) book.
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Nandana’s sticking to her roots
Nandana Sen has been getting some good offers from the Bengali film industry.
The Bong siren has got rave reviews for her work in Autograph and we hear that many top directors of the East have got in touch with her to cast her in their projects.
The sultry actress has done some interesting work in Bollywood and we hear that she is very satisfied how her Bengali film has fared both in the box office as well as with the critics. Nandana has also been using her time to bond with her folks and extended family in Kolkata but has been hopping in and out of Mumbai too, to meet filmmakers and sit for script narrations. She is doing the balancing act quite well!
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The Bong siren has got rave reviews for her work in Autograph and we hear that many top directors of the East have got in touch with her to cast her in their projects.
The sultry actress has done some interesting work in Bollywood and we hear that she is very satisfied how her Bengali film has fared both in the box office as well as with the critics. Nandana has also been using her time to bond with her folks and extended family in Kolkata but has been hopping in and out of Mumbai too, to meet filmmakers and sit for script narrations. She is doing the balancing act quite well!
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Tanushree’s not getting married
Ex Miss Universe Lara Dutta has married and another beauty queen Celina Jaitley has made her engagement public, Tanushree Dutta also a pageant winner says,
“Really, I don’t push such matters much. When it has to happen, it will and I do have age on my side.” Really, but Tanu you are no spring chicken. But if you enjoy being single, we’re ok with that.
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“Really, I don’t push such matters much. When it has to happen, it will and I do have age on my side.” Really, but Tanu you are no spring chicken. But if you enjoy being single, we’re ok with that.
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Mink Singh gets her back painted with Cricket World Cup 2011 logo
Watch out how Mink Singh got her back painted with Cricket World Cup 2011 logo by artist Poonam Salecha in a bid to show her support for the Indian team in Mumbai. Isn’t she looking sexy?
Deepika Padukone golden bikini pic, sexy photo, wallpaper
Watch out Deepika Padukone’s bikini pic, sexy photo, wallpaper. She looks sexy in golden bikini
Paris Hilton shares a smooch with Cy Waits: Sexy photo, wallpaper
Paris Hilton shared a smooch with Cy Waits after the show. During the heiress' on-air interview, Letterman poked fun at her main squeeze who was hanging out in the green room. "Mr. Big Shot is back there in his Member's Only jacket, but look what I have for you," said Dave as he handed the birthday girl a bouquet of roses.
Katrina Kaif in a white Bikini, is all wet and sexy look
Watch out Katrina Kaif sexy photo, wallpaper, totally hot.
Megan Fox in White Dress Looks Sexy
Watch out Megan Fox in white dress in library, sexy photo, wallpaper
Kareena Kapoor in bikini bottoms, sexy photo, wallpaper
Watch out Kareena Kapoor in bikini bottoms, sexy photo, wallpaper
Vivek Agnihotri’s next a political thriller
After making sports-oriented film “ Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal”, director Vivek Agnihotri is set to helm an edgy political thriller starring Mahie Gill and Arunoday Singh.
Agnihotri’s yet to be titled film, will be based on some sensitive true incidents. He even travelled extensively in politically volatile eastern India and Maoist-infested central India last year.
Veteran actor Anupam Kher has a a prominent role in the film, which is being co-produced by Agnihotri along with Friday Night productions, a production house by the current students of Indian Business School, Hyderabad.
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Agnihotri’s yet to be titled film, will be based on some sensitive true incidents. He even travelled extensively in politically volatile eastern India and Maoist-infested central India last year.
Veteran actor Anupam Kher has a a prominent role in the film, which is being co-produced by Agnihotri along with Friday Night productions, a production house by the current students of Indian Business School, Hyderabad.
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Virat Kohli hottest, Shoaib Akhtar most annoying!
Cricket World cup is on and though the hype surrounding the grand event is not as per expectations, Bollywood beauties are keeping a close eye on the tournament.
Why wouldn’t they, after all there are 11 reasons (read players per team) for the ladies to ogle at! Renuka Vyavahare chatted up few hotties to know who they fancy and also do not fancy!
The gorgeous Kainaat Arora who herself got listed as the 36th Most Desirable woman in India this year, in the poll conducted by Zoom, revealed, “ The hottest has to be Viraat Kohli. The Delhi lad has an amazing sex appeal on and off the field. The tattoo on his forearm makes him a bit edgy. The century against Bangladesh was like an icing on the cake. His performance made him the most desirable batsman according to the 36th most desirable me”.
Kainaat unabashedly added, “Annoying cricketer should be the great Shoaib Akhtar. He makes these weird faces while playing. Its so annoying. He tries way too hard to attract attention and that does not work for women.”
An actress on condition of anonymity revealed, “Kohli has to be hottest and South Africa’s Dale Steyn the most annoying! He looks too harsh and mean to be desirable!”
The gorgeous Marathi mulgi who rose to fame though Madhur Bhandarkar’s Fashion, stood loyal to her role of being a judge of Marathi talent hunt show ‘Marathi Pauul Padhte Pudhe’ as she voted for aapla Mumbaicha ‘Sachin Tendulkar’.
Backing her choice Mugdha added, “The entire country and the world knows why I find Sachin Tendulkar the hottest. I don’t even need to say why. He is the best. As far as most annoying is concerned, any player who does not deliver when it’s needed the most is annoying according to me.
The bold and beautiful Veena Malik has her eyes fixed on Punjab da munda Yuvraj Singh. “Yuvraj is fabulous. I want to see him repeat the six chhakas (sixers)” she said. Co-incidentally, Yuvraj’s father Yograj Singh Bundhel happens to be one of the contestants of the Indian tv show that Veena will be hosting.
Hottie Payal Rohatgi who was allegedly linked to South African Cricketer Herschelle Gibbs, is all praises for Delhi hitter ‘Virender Sehwag’. “Any player who delivers is hot according to me. Sportsmen are supposed to win and play a fair game. Viru does that” reasoned Payal.
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Why wouldn’t they, after all there are 11 reasons (read players per team) for the ladies to ogle at! Renuka Vyavahare chatted up few hotties to know who they fancy and also do not fancy!
The gorgeous Kainaat Arora who herself got listed as the 36th Most Desirable woman in India this year, in the poll conducted by Zoom, revealed, “ The hottest has to be Viraat Kohli. The Delhi lad has an amazing sex appeal on and off the field. The tattoo on his forearm makes him a bit edgy. The century against Bangladesh was like an icing on the cake. His performance made him the most desirable batsman according to the 36th most desirable me”.
Kainaat unabashedly added, “Annoying cricketer should be the great Shoaib Akhtar. He makes these weird faces while playing. Its so annoying. He tries way too hard to attract attention and that does not work for women.”
An actress on condition of anonymity revealed, “Kohli has to be hottest and South Africa’s Dale Steyn the most annoying! He looks too harsh and mean to be desirable!”
The gorgeous Marathi mulgi who rose to fame though Madhur Bhandarkar’s Fashion, stood loyal to her role of being a judge of Marathi talent hunt show ‘Marathi Pauul Padhte Pudhe’ as she voted for aapla Mumbaicha ‘Sachin Tendulkar’.
Backing her choice Mugdha added, “The entire country and the world knows why I find Sachin Tendulkar the hottest. I don’t even need to say why. He is the best. As far as most annoying is concerned, any player who does not deliver when it’s needed the most is annoying according to me.
The bold and beautiful Veena Malik has her eyes fixed on Punjab da munda Yuvraj Singh. “Yuvraj is fabulous. I want to see him repeat the six chhakas (sixers)” she said. Co-incidentally, Yuvraj’s father Yograj Singh Bundhel happens to be one of the contestants of the Indian tv show that Veena will be hosting.
Hottie Payal Rohatgi who was allegedly linked to South African Cricketer Herschelle Gibbs, is all praises for Delhi hitter ‘Virender Sehwag’. “Any player who delivers is hot according to me. Sportsmen are supposed to win and play a fair game. Viru does that” reasoned Payal.
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Priyanka Chopra’s ‘perfect’ husband!
If you happen to be a Priyanka Chopra fan and dream about asking her ‘Mujhse Shaadi Karogi’ every day, we are about to help you woo the lady!
All you men, who aspire to be wed PC, should have the following qualities!
Priyanka revealed to TOI, “I want my husband to have a decent sense of humour. I want my man to make me laugh. No matter which language he speaks, he should be good at it. I hate those who look down upon Hindi. I find many such people in showbiz who take great pride in declaring they cannot speak Hindi. I cannot stand that. Also, he should have good family values as I am a complete family person. Last but not the least, he should be a happy man with a great smile. His smile should reach his eyes.”
Now, why do we feel only two people fit the above criteria Priyanka..Shah Rukh or Shahid! Tsk Tsk
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All you men, who aspire to be wed PC, should have the following qualities!
Priyanka revealed to TOI, “I want my husband to have a decent sense of humour. I want my man to make me laugh. No matter which language he speaks, he should be good at it. I hate those who look down upon Hindi. I find many such people in showbiz who take great pride in declaring they cannot speak Hindi. I cannot stand that. Also, he should have good family values as I am a complete family person. Last but not the least, he should be a happy man with a great smile. His smile should reach his eyes.”
Now, why do we feel only two people fit the above criteria Priyanka..Shah Rukh or Shahid! Tsk Tsk
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Shah Rukh Khan torn apart
Actor Shah Rukh Khan is going through the grind as he shoots for Ra.One and Don 2 side-by-side.
With him playing superhero in Ra.One, Shah Rukh gets into heavy costumes that make him lose weight. Unfortunately, he has to put on all that lost weight back on for his continuity in ‘Don 2’.
It’s this constant losing weight and putting on weight that has got SRK exhausted. But the actor says he’s loving the process nonetheless, simply because the masses are going to be entertained at the end of it all.
However, with most of the shooting done for both films, Shah Rukh is breathing a little easy now. “He is working hard on the post production of Ra.One.” The battle isn’t over till the film is out in the threatres. Till then, Shah Rukh won’t rest,” says a unit member.
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With him playing superhero in Ra.One, Shah Rukh gets into heavy costumes that make him lose weight. Unfortunately, he has to put on all that lost weight back on for his continuity in ‘Don 2’.
It’s this constant losing weight and putting on weight that has got SRK exhausted. But the actor says he’s loving the process nonetheless, simply because the masses are going to be entertained at the end of it all.
However, with most of the shooting done for both films, Shah Rukh is breathing a little easy now. “He is working hard on the post production of Ra.One.” The battle isn’t over till the film is out in the threatres. Till then, Shah Rukh won’t rest,” says a unit member.
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Mahesh Bhupati, Lara Dutta to exchange vows in Goa
Tennis star Mahesh Bhupati and Bollywood actress Lara Dutta are all set to tie the knot in a formal wedding ceremony today in a grand Victorian style.
The celebrity couple, who have registered their marriage in Mumbai, has planned a grand reception for 200 invitees at a five star hotel near Sinquerim beach, 10 kms away from here.
Last night, a star-studded ‘sangeet’ ceremony held at Club Fresh on the Candolim beach in North Goa saw people having fun on the dance floor, swaying to Bollywood and Hollywood numbers.
DJ Whosane set the music ball rolling while group Lucent Dossier from Los Angeles performed aerial acts on the occasion.
Media was kept away from the event. A source close to the couple said that Bhupati wanted to keep the sangeet ceremony and wedding out of the media glare.
A big posse of mediamen stationed outside the venue for the ‘sangeet’ failed to get a glimpse of the ceremony.
A source who was the part of ‘sangeet’ said Lara was wearing a marigold-coloured lehenga designed by Manav Gangwani, and Mahesh was donning a ‘chikankari’ churidar kurta.
The wedding today is expected to be a starry affair with Bollywood celebrities including Raveena Tondon, Reitesh Deshmukh, Celina Jaitley, Dia Mirza, Priyanka Chopra, Boman Irani and sporting sensations like Rohan Bopanna and Bhupati’s doubles partner Leander Paes along with his wife Rhea Pillai attending the wedding.
Shahrukh Khan’s presence was not confirmed although there were rumours that wife Gauri Khan is already there to bless the couple, sources said.
The five star resort hosting the wedding has offered a menu of Goan food, Sushi and Thai cuisine for the guests.
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The celebrity couple, who have registered their marriage in Mumbai, has planned a grand reception for 200 invitees at a five star hotel near Sinquerim beach, 10 kms away from here.
Last night, a star-studded ‘sangeet’ ceremony held at Club Fresh on the Candolim beach in North Goa saw people having fun on the dance floor, swaying to Bollywood and Hollywood numbers.
DJ Whosane set the music ball rolling while group Lucent Dossier from Los Angeles performed aerial acts on the occasion.
Media was kept away from the event. A source close to the couple said that Bhupati wanted to keep the sangeet ceremony and wedding out of the media glare.
A big posse of mediamen stationed outside the venue for the ‘sangeet’ failed to get a glimpse of the ceremony.
A source who was the part of ‘sangeet’ said Lara was wearing a marigold-coloured lehenga designed by Manav Gangwani, and Mahesh was donning a ‘chikankari’ churidar kurta.
The wedding today is expected to be a starry affair with Bollywood celebrities including Raveena Tondon, Reitesh Deshmukh, Celina Jaitley, Dia Mirza, Priyanka Chopra, Boman Irani and sporting sensations like Rohan Bopanna and Bhupati’s doubles partner Leander Paes along with his wife Rhea Pillai attending the wedding.
Shahrukh Khan’s presence was not confirmed although there were rumours that wife Gauri Khan is already there to bless the couple, sources said.
The five star resort hosting the wedding has offered a menu of Goan food, Sushi and Thai cuisine for the guests.
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Acting is a crazy profession, says Ranveer Singh
Meet Ranveer Singh, the star in making , with floppy hair falling on his forehead, the casual college boy looks.
The debutant , who made inroads into Bollywood’s big banner Yashraj with his very first film — Band Baaja Baraat, has emerged winner with the box-office success and several awards already in his kitty. Bollywood’s top honchos Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar have predicted him as the next superstar!
However, his striking resemblance to rising star Ranbir Kapoor is purely incidental, he maintains. “It’s just our names that are similar. I’m an experimental actor and want to carve my own niche,” he says.
Ranveer had celluloid dreams from the time he finished high school. He says, “It all seemed so farfetched then. Given my non-filmi background, I felt like an outsider, who didn’t stand a chance. It was like wanting to belong to an elite, exclusive club.”
The next best thing was to take up copywriting, says Ranveer, who grew up on a steady diet of television. “As a kid, I was fat. When children were playing outside , I spent my time in front of the television , enjoying commercials and wondering how they were made. I was good at writing jingles and one-liners . I interned at O&M , but my love for cinema never died,” he reminisces.
His dream was fulfilled when the casting director at Yashraj finalised him after several screen tests. He rubbishes rumours that his businessman father funded his launch film. He asks, “It’s absurd . You think Yashraj needs my Dad’s money? I have no idea how that news spread. It takes away from the fact that I got the film on merit. I had heard that people in this industry are ready to bring one down, but I didn’t know it would happen so soon.”
However, things are looking up as he has been contracted for three more films with the production house. and he is in the final stages of talks with the top-most directors of Bollywood. Stardom, though, still eludes him and so do big-budget mahurats and a PR machinery that can prop up an actor in the initial years. “I don’t agree with larger-than-life launches and screaming headlines. If my acting gives me stardom, great, but I am not striving for it,” says the newcomer, who is happy with the current trend in the industry. “There’s a break from formula films and acceptance of an intelligent story, which is very encouraging for a new actor. Boys and girls from non-film backgrounds want to be part of these stories,” says Ranveer. Does he resent the advantages star kids have in the industry?
He reacts, “Of course, their parents’ connections make it easier to meet the right people. I had to hit the ground running . The best of star sons can have several comebacks.” “I too have an advantage,” he continues, “I’m like a blank slate, you can make what you want of me, there is no baggage. People don’t come with pre-conceived notions , thinking, ‘yeh uska beta hai, iske baap ne kiya tha, toh yeh aisa hoga?’ There are no comparisons.” For now, he is happy not being trapped inside an office. He says, “I don’t know if I’m here to stay but I would like to have a unique identity. I want to focus on acting and not glamour or the money. Acting is a crazy profession , it can get surreal and volatile... I’m having the most exciting time of my life...!”
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The debutant , who made inroads into Bollywood’s big banner Yashraj with his very first film — Band Baaja Baraat, has emerged winner with the box-office success and several awards already in his kitty. Bollywood’s top honchos Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar have predicted him as the next superstar!
However, his striking resemblance to rising star Ranbir Kapoor is purely incidental, he maintains. “It’s just our names that are similar. I’m an experimental actor and want to carve my own niche,” he says.
Ranveer had celluloid dreams from the time he finished high school. He says, “It all seemed so farfetched then. Given my non-filmi background, I felt like an outsider, who didn’t stand a chance. It was like wanting to belong to an elite, exclusive club.”
The next best thing was to take up copywriting, says Ranveer, who grew up on a steady diet of television. “As a kid, I was fat. When children were playing outside , I spent my time in front of the television , enjoying commercials and wondering how they were made. I was good at writing jingles and one-liners . I interned at O&M , but my love for cinema never died,” he reminisces.
His dream was fulfilled when the casting director at Yashraj finalised him after several screen tests. He rubbishes rumours that his businessman father funded his launch film. He asks, “It’s absurd . You think Yashraj needs my Dad’s money? I have no idea how that news spread. It takes away from the fact that I got the film on merit. I had heard that people in this industry are ready to bring one down, but I didn’t know it would happen so soon.”
However, things are looking up as he has been contracted for three more films with the production house. and he is in the final stages of talks with the top-most directors of Bollywood. Stardom, though, still eludes him and so do big-budget mahurats and a PR machinery that can prop up an actor in the initial years. “I don’t agree with larger-than-life launches and screaming headlines. If my acting gives me stardom, great, but I am not striving for it,” says the newcomer, who is happy with the current trend in the industry. “There’s a break from formula films and acceptance of an intelligent story, which is very encouraging for a new actor. Boys and girls from non-film backgrounds want to be part of these stories,” says Ranveer. Does he resent the advantages star kids have in the industry?
He reacts, “Of course, their parents’ connections make it easier to meet the right people. I had to hit the ground running . The best of star sons can have several comebacks.” “I too have an advantage,” he continues, “I’m like a blank slate, you can make what you want of me, there is no baggage. People don’t come with pre-conceived notions , thinking, ‘yeh uska beta hai, iske baap ne kiya tha, toh yeh aisa hoga?’ There are no comparisons.” For now, he is happy not being trapped inside an office. He says, “I don’t know if I’m here to stay but I would like to have a unique identity. I want to focus on acting and not glamour or the money. Acting is a crazy profession , it can get surreal and volatile... I’m having the most exciting time of my life...!”
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Diamonds rule Lara Dutta’s wedding jewelry
Uncut diamond necklace set studded with vilandis, rose-cut diamonds, round diamonds, emeralds, rubies and pearls will rule Lara’s wedding jewelry.
Lara Dutta has been in the news for her impending marriage to tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi. This is going to be one of the most high profile weddings of this year and is an amalgamation of sports and Bollywood.
The sangeet ceremony is scheduled for today evening at Candolim in Goa. The seaside party will see the presence of only close friends and family. For the Sangeet, Lara will be wearing an uncut diamond necklace set studded with vilandis, rose-cut diamonds, round diamonds, emeralds, rubies and pearls with maang-tika. The Christian style Victorian wedding which will happen tomorrow will see Lara in a very classy and elegant diamond necklace and earrings.
Incidentally Lara Dutta has been the brand ambassador of the D’damas brand of diamond jewelry for quite some time now but has chosen to get her wedding jewelry designed by Anmol Jewelers from Mumbai.
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Lara Dutta has been in the news for her impending marriage to tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi. This is going to be one of the most high profile weddings of this year and is an amalgamation of sports and Bollywood.
The sangeet ceremony is scheduled for today evening at Candolim in Goa. The seaside party will see the presence of only close friends and family. For the Sangeet, Lara will be wearing an uncut diamond necklace set studded with vilandis, rose-cut diamonds, round diamonds, emeralds, rubies and pearls with maang-tika. The Christian style Victorian wedding which will happen tomorrow will see Lara in a very classy and elegant diamond necklace and earrings.
Incidentally Lara Dutta has been the brand ambassador of the D’damas brand of diamond jewelry for quite some time now but has chosen to get her wedding jewelry designed by Anmol Jewelers from Mumbai.
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Saif Ali Khan makes script-reading easier for Big B (Amitabh Bachchan)
Saif Ali Khan loves to keep himself updated with new tech applications and has introduced Big B to one.
Amitabh Bachchan is enjoying shooting with Saif Ali Khan for Prakash Jha’s Aarakshan . After Eklavya both will be seen together in Aarakshan . The duo has got more time to spend with each other in Bhopal where the film is being shot these days. Apparently Saif enjoys Big B’s poetry sessions and Big B loves to workout with Saif these days.
But apart from that there’s more that bonds them these days. The techno-savvy Saif has introduced Big B to a new technique which has made his rehearsals easy. Speaking about it Big B says, “Saif has introduced me to a cool application on iPad called ‘Rehearsal’. It is useful particularly for us artists in reading scripts.”
iPad Rehearsal is a popular application used in Hollywood especially for location scouts as it can create quick and easy reports. Makeup, wardrobe and set dressers can keep track of continuity and looks from scene to scene. It is useful to directors and cinematographers as well as they can create on-the-fly storyboards.
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Amitabh Bachchan is enjoying shooting with Saif Ali Khan for Prakash Jha’s Aarakshan . After Eklavya both will be seen together in Aarakshan . The duo has got more time to spend with each other in Bhopal where the film is being shot these days. Apparently Saif enjoys Big B’s poetry sessions and Big B loves to workout with Saif these days.
But apart from that there’s more that bonds them these days. The techno-savvy Saif has introduced Big B to a new technique which has made his rehearsals easy. Speaking about it Big B says, “Saif has introduced me to a cool application on iPad called ‘Rehearsal’. It is useful particularly for us artists in reading scripts.”
iPad Rehearsal is a popular application used in Hollywood especially for location scouts as it can create quick and easy reports. Makeup, wardrobe and set dressers can keep track of continuity and looks from scene to scene. It is useful to directors and cinematographers as well as they can create on-the-fly storyboards.
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It’s not a comeback, says Esha Deol
Even though Esha Deol is doing a film after ages she insists that she is not making a comeback.
I did not go anywhere to dub this a comeback. I was around. I just did not like the films that were coming by and I thought it is best to wait and do something meaningful. I did not get the films that I wished for. Now that I’m a producer I will only do films that I love, she tells TOI.
Esha is in her best of shape for her home production Tell Me Oh Khuda and she informs us that the producer Esha will is as much strict about content as the actor Esha is.
I really don’t think that I have chosen my films well. But I have wisened up and I, as an actor or producer, will only take up films that has some good content. Today that is the driving force not how many stars you have or how big the banner is. Films like Bheja Fry, Phas Gaye Re Obama and Tere Bin Laden have created breakthroughs,’ says this star-kid.
She is very excited that for the first time she has acted with her father Dharmendra.
I will tell you a secret. I have for long wanted to do a film with dad but nothing ever worked out. I think everything happens for the best as now I have my dad in my own movie. It makes it doubly awesome. He knows so much about movie-making that he has been a constant guide to me through the making of the film, she says.
Esha adds, My mom too is very hands on. She is the more stricter of the two actually, but I have had my way too in some decision making processes, Esha chuckles.
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I did not go anywhere to dub this a comeback. I was around. I just did not like the films that were coming by and I thought it is best to wait and do something meaningful. I did not get the films that I wished for. Now that I’m a producer I will only do films that I love, she tells TOI.
Esha is in her best of shape for her home production Tell Me Oh Khuda and she informs us that the producer Esha will is as much strict about content as the actor Esha is.
I really don’t think that I have chosen my films well. But I have wisened up and I, as an actor or producer, will only take up films that has some good content. Today that is the driving force not how many stars you have or how big the banner is. Films like Bheja Fry, Phas Gaye Re Obama and Tere Bin Laden have created breakthroughs,’ says this star-kid.
She is very excited that for the first time she has acted with her father Dharmendra.
I will tell you a secret. I have for long wanted to do a film with dad but nothing ever worked out. I think everything happens for the best as now I have my dad in my own movie. It makes it doubly awesome. He knows so much about movie-making that he has been a constant guide to me through the making of the film, she says.
Esha adds, My mom too is very hands on. She is the more stricter of the two actually, but I have had my way too in some decision making processes, Esha chuckles.
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Minissha Lamba plays doting daughter
Minissha Lamba took up the onus of publicising her mother’s (Manju Lamba) art show in Bandra.
She played the perfect daughter as she coordinated with the venue, the media and was also in charge of hospitality and invitation to their near and dear people. Minissha, who is a passionate art enthusiast, wanted her mother’s show to be the talk of the town.
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She played the perfect daughter as she coordinated with the venue, the media and was also in charge of hospitality and invitation to their near and dear people. Minissha, who is a passionate art enthusiast, wanted her mother’s show to be the talk of the town.
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Shilpa Shetty praises Priyanka Chopra
Now this is a rare compliment coming from an actress for another actress - Shilpa Shetty is all praises for Priyanka Chopra’s work in Vishal Bharadwaj’s “7 Khoon Maaf “.
“Watched 7 Khoon maaf,last night Well directed@priyankachopra rockd,really complex role but u did a gr8 job effortlessly,U go girl,all d best (sic),” Shilpa posted on her Twitter page. In the film, Priyanka plays the role of a woman who kills her seven husbands. It released Friday.
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“Watched 7 Khoon maaf,last night Well directed@priyankachopra rockd,really complex role but u did a gr8 job effortlessly,U go girl,all d best (sic),” Shilpa posted on her Twitter page. In the film, Priyanka plays the role of a woman who kills her seven husbands. It released Friday.
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Jiah Khan celebrates birthday in Goa
Jiah Khan danced the night away on her birthday on Feb 20th in Goa .
The sexy lass, who is in India for some 15 days for her endorsement work, headed out of Mumbai two days before her birthday to party in Goa. Her mother and close friends joined her for the celebrations.
Jiah, who likes to get surprised, was pampered by everyone who showered her with gifts. Jiah now returns to her London pad where she is preparing for her Hollywood docu-drama.
She will return to India again next month during which she is expected to meet the Indian character actors of her film.
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The sexy lass, who is in India for some 15 days for her endorsement work, headed out of Mumbai two days before her birthday to party in Goa. Her mother and close friends joined her for the celebrations.
Jiah, who likes to get surprised, was pampered by everyone who showered her with gifts. Jiah now returns to her London pad where she is preparing for her Hollywood docu-drama.
She will return to India again next month during which she is expected to meet the Indian character actors of her film.
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Sex sells for Bollywood
From Katrina shaking her belly to a film with 22 kisses, Bollywood has rediscovered sex! Ritu V Singh reports
Even those who have not seen Sudhir Mishra’s Yeh Saali Zindagi are aware that it has 22 kisses. Contrary to its title, the Censor Board believed that Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji was for adults only. Konkona Sen Sharma-starrer Mirch was touted as India’s first erotic film. Love, Sex Aur Dhokha thrived on its bold theme, suggestive dialogues and titillating scenes.
If Shah Rukh Khan and sex sold earlier, the latter seems to have won the round for now! Bollywood filmmakers take on bold themes and use abusive language liberally in a bid to depict ‘reality’ . In a competitive industry where numerous films release every week, item numbers and double-meaning dialogues perhaps help a film attain its USP.
Trade analyst Komal Nahata says, “Sex scenes and item numbers draw the audience’s attention . In the case of Yeh Saali Zindagi, the screenplay is complex and the audience didn’t understand the film. However, they laughed at all the abuses. Obviously, this makes a film more saleable.”
Sanjeev K Bijli of PVR explains, “I don’t think today’s youngsters would prefer watching a kissing scene shadowed by a bunch of flowers. A good item number, certain dialogues or scenes that grab eyeballs work in favour of a film. You can build your promotional campaign around it. Munni badnaam hui did wonders for Dabangg. Though Tees Maar Khan bombed at the box-office , Sheila ki jawaani was a hit.”
No prizes for guessing that actors don’t mind raising their hemlines or getting cozy onscreen. After Malaika Arora Khan and Katrina Kaif, now it’s Deepika Padukone’s Dum Maro Dum that people are looking forward to for titillation.
Actor Emraan Hashmi, better known as the serial kisser of Bollywood, will be seen next in Murder 2, which revolves around the dark world of prostitutes, cross-dressers and pimps. A lot of steamy action is guaranteed. Emraan reveals, “The movie has sensuality, but also a strong story to back it up.”
Jacqueline Fernandez, who plays a pin-up girl in the same film, said in an interview, “I have no issues in shedding clothes, if the role demands. Why am I an actor if I can’t give my best to a role?”
Actor Arunoday Singh is suddenly all over the place thanks to the success of Yeh Saali Zindagi. He even invited trouble after he kissed a girl at a promotional event. When asked how important it was to abuse and kiss his heroine in the film, Arunoday said, “It’s a big part of the character I play. My female fan following has increased. In Hollywood, it doesn’t matter how many times an actor has kissed onscreen. Why have different standards for Bollywood ? And, if it helps my film sell better , why would I have a problem?”
Filmmakers claim their films are getting bolder as a reflection of society. They want their films to be more real. In Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji, Shruti Hasaan boldly confesses watching porn films. Shazahn Padamsee, who plays Ajay Devgn’s subordinate at work in the same film, asks him when he lost his virginity.
Director Madhur Bhandarkar explains, “Shazahn’s character is that of any teenager who’s cool with issues like virginity and sex. Take a look at how youngsters talk and behave on reality shows. Why does the Censor Board have different norms for reality shows and films? My film would have done better business if it was given a U/A certificate . These days, we have a smart multiplex audience that wants to see a movie they can identify with.”
Director Sudhir Mishra was miffed with the Censor Board when he was asked to drop the word ‘saali’ from the title, as he thinks it doesn’t really count as an abuse.
Censor Board member Nandini Sardesai explains, “Attitudes have changed. As a lecturer, I’ve witnessed youngsters who are open about their relationships. In films, it may go a little overboard, just to add drama. Otherwise , sex is not something alien to them. If the theme of the film is bold, we allow the film without cuts, but with an ‘A’ certificate.”
Films are no longer made for a common audience. Bijli says, “Not all films are targeted at families. In fact, in many families, kids and parents go separately for the same film. Even the censors are becoming liberal. These films are made on a small budget and are targeted to a certain section. No One Killed Jessica was made on a budget of Rs 11-12 crore, Love, Sex Aur Dhokha had a budget of only Rs 2 crore.”
Rachika Shrivastava, a 19-year-old college student says, “I can’t go for just any movie with my family. I generally read the reviews or ask my friends if it’s meant for family viewing. My family is not conservative, but we still changed the channel when Veena and Asmit made out on Bigg Boss. My mother laughed at the title Kaminey, but I couldn’t tell her that I saw a film titled Love, Sex Aur Dhokha.”
Sometime ago, Salman Khan confessed he can’t kiss on screen as he wouldn’t be able to face his father later. Not too many current actors or filmmakers would agree with him now.
As long as sex sells, there will be takers!
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Even those who have not seen Sudhir Mishra’s Yeh Saali Zindagi are aware that it has 22 kisses. Contrary to its title, the Censor Board believed that Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji was for adults only. Konkona Sen Sharma-starrer Mirch was touted as India’s first erotic film. Love, Sex Aur Dhokha thrived on its bold theme, suggestive dialogues and titillating scenes.
If Shah Rukh Khan and sex sold earlier, the latter seems to have won the round for now! Bollywood filmmakers take on bold themes and use abusive language liberally in a bid to depict ‘reality’ . In a competitive industry where numerous films release every week, item numbers and double-meaning dialogues perhaps help a film attain its USP.
Trade analyst Komal Nahata says, “Sex scenes and item numbers draw the audience’s attention . In the case of Yeh Saali Zindagi, the screenplay is complex and the audience didn’t understand the film. However, they laughed at all the abuses. Obviously, this makes a film more saleable.”
Sanjeev K Bijli of PVR explains, “I don’t think today’s youngsters would prefer watching a kissing scene shadowed by a bunch of flowers. A good item number, certain dialogues or scenes that grab eyeballs work in favour of a film. You can build your promotional campaign around it. Munni badnaam hui did wonders for Dabangg. Though Tees Maar Khan bombed at the box-office , Sheila ki jawaani was a hit.”
No prizes for guessing that actors don’t mind raising their hemlines or getting cozy onscreen. After Malaika Arora Khan and Katrina Kaif, now it’s Deepika Padukone’s Dum Maro Dum that people are looking forward to for titillation.
Actor Emraan Hashmi, better known as the serial kisser of Bollywood, will be seen next in Murder 2, which revolves around the dark world of prostitutes, cross-dressers and pimps. A lot of steamy action is guaranteed. Emraan reveals, “The movie has sensuality, but also a strong story to back it up.”
Jacqueline Fernandez, who plays a pin-up girl in the same film, said in an interview, “I have no issues in shedding clothes, if the role demands. Why am I an actor if I can’t give my best to a role?”
Actor Arunoday Singh is suddenly all over the place thanks to the success of Yeh Saali Zindagi. He even invited trouble after he kissed a girl at a promotional event. When asked how important it was to abuse and kiss his heroine in the film, Arunoday said, “It’s a big part of the character I play. My female fan following has increased. In Hollywood, it doesn’t matter how many times an actor has kissed onscreen. Why have different standards for Bollywood ? And, if it helps my film sell better , why would I have a problem?”
Filmmakers claim their films are getting bolder as a reflection of society. They want their films to be more real. In Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji, Shruti Hasaan boldly confesses watching porn films. Shazahn Padamsee, who plays Ajay Devgn’s subordinate at work in the same film, asks him when he lost his virginity.
Director Madhur Bhandarkar explains, “Shazahn’s character is that of any teenager who’s cool with issues like virginity and sex. Take a look at how youngsters talk and behave on reality shows. Why does the Censor Board have different norms for reality shows and films? My film would have done better business if it was given a U/A certificate . These days, we have a smart multiplex audience that wants to see a movie they can identify with.”
Director Sudhir Mishra was miffed with the Censor Board when he was asked to drop the word ‘saali’ from the title, as he thinks it doesn’t really count as an abuse.
Censor Board member Nandini Sardesai explains, “Attitudes have changed. As a lecturer, I’ve witnessed youngsters who are open about their relationships. In films, it may go a little overboard, just to add drama. Otherwise , sex is not something alien to them. If the theme of the film is bold, we allow the film without cuts, but with an ‘A’ certificate.”
Films are no longer made for a common audience. Bijli says, “Not all films are targeted at families. In fact, in many families, kids and parents go separately for the same film. Even the censors are becoming liberal. These films are made on a small budget and are targeted to a certain section. No One Killed Jessica was made on a budget of Rs 11-12 crore, Love, Sex Aur Dhokha had a budget of only Rs 2 crore.”
Rachika Shrivastava, a 19-year-old college student says, “I can’t go for just any movie with my family. I generally read the reviews or ask my friends if it’s meant for family viewing. My family is not conservative, but we still changed the channel when Veena and Asmit made out on Bigg Boss. My mother laughed at the title Kaminey, but I couldn’t tell her that I saw a film titled Love, Sex Aur Dhokha.”
Sometime ago, Salman Khan confessed he can’t kiss on screen as he wouldn’t be able to face his father later. Not too many current actors or filmmakers would agree with him now.
As long as sex sells, there will be takers!
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Stuntman Salman Khan Turns Wingsuit Flier For Ad; Upstages Akshay Kumar’s Daredevilry?
We’re not quite sure whether this is Salman Khan being his ‘Dabangg’ self, or ‘sangat ka asar’ from his latest best bud, Akshay Kumar, but clearly, Sallu has turned into B’town’s latest highflying action star, in Akki’s vein. Salman has literally turned into a highflyer in the commercial of a soft drink brand that he is endorsing, even doing all of the dangerous stunts himself.
Shot by an international crew in the remote mountains of New Zealand, the commercial has been created at a whopping budget of over a million dollars. The ad sees Salman wingsuit flying across treacherous terrains, in keeping with the ‘thrilling’ image of the brand. Wingsuit flying is an adventure sport where one skydives wearing a special ‘winged’ suit that allows one to literally glide through the air before deploying the parachute.
Speaking to a tabloid, one of the unit members from the commercial reported that all the stunts seen were done by Sallubhai himself, making it one of the toughest and most dangerous ads ever done by the actor.
Clearly, with Salman revealing his ‘Dabangg’ daredevil side in the commercial, swashbuckling pal Akshay Kumar may have to give up his ‘action hero’ crown soon…
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Arjun Rampal to produce second flick
It’s taken him four years to take the plunge. After his maiden flick, ‘I See You’ sunk without a trace at the box office in 2006, Arjun Rampal hung up his producer’s hat for a bit. But now, the model turned actor turned producer is ready to test the waters again.
Rampal, who’s apparently more confident as a producer now, is expected to make an announcement about his next project very soon. According to a close source, “During the making of ‘I See You’, Arjun was learning the tricks of the trade. The film had a polished look, but ordinary content. However, Arjun is giving his forthcoming assignment all, to ensure that it turns out perfect in all departments.”
No details about the project including the subject, genre and the final cast of the film have been revealed yet. With Rampal’s popularity soaring sky high after ‘Raajneeti’, ‘Rock On!! and ‘Om Shanti Om’, it won’t be surprising if he decides to star in his home production.
Arjun stated in a tabloid quote, “Yes, I am making a film for my production house. It is an interesting film and is in the finalising stage. We will make an announcement soon.”
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Rajinikanth is the world’s greatest superstar: Ajay Devgn
Notch one more mutual admiration twosome. Ajay Devgn and Rajinikanth, that is. Reportedly, the South icon and Devgn crossed paths while in New Delhi, where both of them were being felicitated for an awards ceremony.
The two actors laughed and joked and made super conversation much to the surprise of those around, who are blissfully unaware of the super equation that Devgn shares with the Southern megastar.
Veeru Devgn, Ajay’s father has worked rather closely with Rajinikanth in a couple of flicks and the two share a fab bond. As a kid, Ajay used to hang around the sets merely to catch a glimpse of Rajinikanth.
When queried about it, Ajay gushes in a tabloid quote stating, “According to me, Rajinikanth is not only the biggest star in India, he is the biggest superstar in the world.”
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Sonam Kapoor Loses It: Actress Changes Fitness Plan To Keep Trim
Sonam Kapoor is an inspiration for all those who’re on a mission to shed some excess baggage. We’re talking about weight loss here! The actress lost 35 kilos in just a year after rigorous exercising and by following a healthy diet. The ‘Aisha’ star has now decided to step up her fitness regime with a new starry trainer on board!
Sonam felt that she needs to tone up and stay fit with her three films, ‘Thank You’, ‘Mausam’ and ‘Players’ in different stages of filming at the moment. And this B’Townie doesn’t compromise when it comes to fitness. It’s no wonder then that she’s signed up with a prominent instructor who’s even trained lovebirds Shahid and Priyanka for ‘Mausam’ and ‘7 Khoon Maaf’ respectively.
The trainer in question is more than pleased with his latest student and is now busy chalking out a new diet plan for Ms. Kapoor. “She loves food, but eats in small quantities. At the moment, my aim is to keep her energetic through her shoots,” he revealed in a recent tabloid quote.
With some professional help, Sonam will soon be fit for all her film roles!
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Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgn Get ‘Rascal’ly Over Haydon
Sanjay Dutt and Ajay Devgn are known to be two of the industry’s most true blue ‘chuddie buddies’. And now, they’re taking their friendship to the next level, even ‘sharing’ the same woman!
Before you presume something suitably naughty, let us clarify that this threesome is actually happening for the duo’s next movie, David Dhawan’s ‘Rascals’, a comic love triangle for which the two stars are in Bangkok filming right now. And the woman the two will be seen sparring over is supermodel Lisa Haydon, who was last spotted in Sonam Kapoor’s ‘Aisha’.
While any man would be willing to get into scraps to charm the luscious lass, grapevine suggests that the one ‘lattu’ over Lisa, in this case, is director Dhawan, who saw a picture of hers when the film was being planned and immediately decided to have her in his film. After consulting Dutt and Devgn, David even had parts of the film rewritten just to fit in Haydon’s role.
And, with Ajay and Sanjay both chasing after her in the film, it’s really no wonder that Lisa says she found her Bangkok shoot “simply thrilling!”
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Shah Rukh Khan Produces Documentary On ‘Mughal e Azam’
The ‘Shahenshah’ of B’Town is obsessed with the royal love story of Salim and Anarkali, so much so that he even owns the original camera on which ‘Mughal e Azam’ was shot. Now, SRK has shown his admiration by making a 40 minute documentary on the classic, in which he also plays the narrator.
Shah Rukh apparently has very close ties with director K. Asif’s family. According to a highly placed source, “SRK is a huge fan of the film. He is extremely close to K. Asif’s son Akbar Asif, who resides in London. Every time they meet, they have long discussions over the film.”
When Akbar revealed his wish to make a documentary to honour his father, Khan immediately offered to not just produce it, but also play ‘sutradhar’. The documentary which has been put together by Deven Munjal is now ready for release and SRK is expected to unveil it in his inimitable grand style very soon.
B’Town’s ‘Baadshah’ deeply reveres the real life ‘Salim’ as well, and this documentary is his way of paying tribute to Dilip Kumar. “SRK has always maintained that he is a huge fan of the legendary actor Dilip Kumar and this will be his way of doing something in honour of the film,” adds the source.
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Berlin ‘Dhoom’: Aamir Khan Chucks Partying, Trains For Baddie Act
He takes dedication to a whole new level! Aamir Khan aka Mr. Perfectionist is so intent on his villainous act in ‘Dhoom 3’ that he’s training to get into shape for the character, instead of attending social dos at the Berlinale!
After refusing offers for three years, Aamir is finally a jury member at the Berlin International Film Festival. Though Khan is active throughout the day, watching three to four films and engaging in discussions with various cinematic luminaries, he prefers to give the evening galas a miss.
Instead, Aamir starts his day early and works out for two hours in the morning with a trainer flown down especially for ‘Dhoom 3’. And not just that, Khan’s also given the cancer stick the boot!
A reliable source says, “He rises early for his workout sessions and wants to be mentally and physically refreshed when he starts viewing the day’s movies. Since he wants to do complete justice to his role as a jury member, he’s not having any late nights.”
The ‘Dhobi Ghat’ actor’s trip has been a roaring success with prominent film personalities requesting the star for DVDs of his latest release. Khan even had to ask his office in Mumbai to organise some copies and dispatch them to Berlin at the earliest.
Aamir told a tabloid, “We started making ‘Dhobi Ghat’ as an experimental movie. But seeing the response it has evoked, I couldn’t refuse special requests from people who were eager to see it. I’m very happy for Kiran.”
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Kashyap’s Khan Choice: ‘Dabangg’ Dude Over Shah Rukh Khan (SRK)!
He’s caught in the Khan crossfire. And it’s a real life saga that Abhinav Kashyap hadn’t imagined that he’d ever be caught up in. Reportedly, Kashyap has been lavished with the option of having to choose between greenlighting Salman Khan’s sequel ‘Dabangg 2’ and helming SRK’s flick for Red Chillies Entertainment.
Earlier, the mediavine was abuzz with news that Abhinav had a hush hush meeting with Shah Rukh Khan at his residence on the insistence of the actor. Apparently, SRK put forth his proposal: he wanted Kashyap to direct a full throttle commercial flick for his production house in which he’d act too.
Meanwhile, there were reports stating that Salman Khan and Abhinav had sorted out their differences amicably and were readying up for ‘Dabangg 2.’
States a highly placed source, “Since Abhinav had to choose, he opted for Salman who made his debut film a super duper winner. Yet there are others who insist that it was Salman who put his foot down and insisted that Abhibav start work on ‘Dabangg 2.’ The shooting of Salman’s sequel starts in December 2011. As of now, SRK hasn’t even been able to lock the script. The SRK project is still far away.”
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Shrishti Arya Flick’s Thorny Glitches; Priyanka Chopra Likely To Quit!
Shrishti Arya, whose production house ‘Rose Movies’ unfortunately also boasts of thorns like ‘Drona’, has come up against a round of cinematic hiccups over the casting of her forthcoming flick, a Hindi remake of the Hollywood winner ‘Bride Wars’ that showcased Anna Hathaway and Kate Hudson as best pals who are at war to get married on the same day at the same venue. The movie, announced with much fanfare by Shristhi in September 2009 is being bogged down by glitches galore.
Initial trouble erupted when Katrina Kaif sashayed out of the project coz’ she didn’t want to share frames with Priyanka Chopra who would have undoubtedly stolen a march over her. Another tragedy struck when director Manish Acharya (‘The Loins Of Punjab’) who was to have helmed the venture fell off a horse in September 2010 and passed away.
The latest salvo to have hit Shrishti is that Priyanka Chopra is highly unlikely to be a part of the flick too!
States a close source, “The film was to have started mid last year. It’s been almost a year now and surely the problem of dates will arise since Priyanka has films such as ‘Don 2,’ ‘Agneepath,’ ‘ Krrish 2’ and ‘Barfee’ already in her kitty to complete.”
A distraught Shrishti told the media, “That film is up in the air as if now. After Archarya passed away, I’ve been trying to get a new director and should be able to lock one in the next two weeks.”
Meanwhile, she’s keeping her fingers (and toes) crossed that her small flick with John Abraham and Chitrangda Singh remains hassle free.
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Amy Jackson to star opposite Prateik
Though he may not have got the girl in ‘Dhobi Ghat’, Prateik has certainly found one in his next project. And the girl in question is no less than former Miss Teen World 2008 Amy Jackson, who has already made her mark down south.
The former beauty queen from UK, who scored a huge hit with her Tamil debut in last year’s ‘Madrasapattinam’, is now getting ready to enter B’town, having bagged the lead role opposite Prateik in director Gautham Menon’s upcoming remake of South hit, ‘Vinnaithaadi Varuvaayaa’.
In fact, Jackson beat out another Southern idol, Trisha Krishnan, to score the role. While Trisha starred in the original and was widely expected to pick up the Hindi version as well, Menon decided to go with Amy as he wanted to cast a younger actress to match Prateik’s sugary looks.
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Neil carries on working with broken finger
Neil Nitin Mukesh fractured his finger in three places but he bore the pain and continued shooting for his next film ‘Players’. The talented actor is also excited about his possessive lover act in ‘7 Khoon Maaf’.
His hand injury that he suffered in New Zealand may require surgery as it was made worse by his insistence on continuing the shoot.
‘I’m not a reckless person. But one has to be professional and weigh the pros and cons. When a heap of things fell on my hand during an action sequence that Allan Amin was directing in New Zealand, and I insisted on doing my own stunts, I knew my finger was hurt...It had gone numb. But to cancel shooting would have meant immense losses for (directors) Abbas-Mustan. I couldn’t bear that. So I bore the pain instead,’ Neil said.
In addition, he also shot an ad for a product that he endorses with the fractured finger. All of this has taken its toll on the injury and doctors have ordered him to rest the hand in a cast for five weeks.
The young actor said: ‘If it doesn’t heal properly, I’d have to go for surgery. At the moment I’m enjoying wearing a skin-coloured cast. Most people can’t even tell I am injured except for the fact that the affected finger is swollen five times over.’
Being part of the multi-starrer ‘Players’ has not been an easy role for Neil Nitin Mukesh. But he enjoyed every bit of the shooting in New Zealand.
‘I had a ball with the gang. Abhishek Bachchan, Bobby Deol and Sonam Kapoor were so chilled out. Abbas-Mustan are such organised directors. We shot double-quick, no time wasted,’ he said.
After the injury, Neil was looked after by his colleagues. ‘The unit is so organised, I didn’t have the heart to leave the shooting incomplete. To synchronize the stars’ dates would’ve been impossible.’
Neil is looking forward to the release of ‘7 Khoon Maaf’.
‘I play a really bad guy in the film. He is mean, possessive and chauvinistic. Nothing like me. I never stifled my girlfriend Priyanka with my extra-possessiveness. Maybe I should have. Maybe then she wouldn’t have left and I wouldn’t have had a lonely Valentine’s Day with a broken finger for company,’ he added.
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