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Akon rescues Aadesh at Aqeel’s club

Akon rescues Aadesh at Aqeel’s club

It isn’t often that we see two entertainers stand up for one another in public. At DJ Aqeel’s club Hype on Wednesday night, Akon attended to wave to the crowds.

MNIK Vfx: Creating Georgia in Mumbai

MNIK Vfx: Creating Georgia in Mumbai

Shah Rukh Khan won over our hearts and minds with the Good Samaritan Rizwan Khan in MNIK by helping poor American villagers in their time of need. But who would have guessed that Karan Johar shot the whole flood sequence in Mumbai and made it seem like a quaint, rural village in Georgia? A far cry from yesteryear’s films that used cardboard cut-outs for the sun and the moon, the art and carft of visual effects (vfx) has progressed by leaps and bounds enabling filmmakers to use computer technology to save on crucial time and money.

Shilpa and Raj Kundra launch their nightclub called Royalty in Mumbai

Shilpa and Raj Kundra launch their nightclub called Royalty in Mumbai

Shilpa Shetty and hubby Raj Kundra may be busy touring with their IPL team- Rajasthan Royals but that hasn’t stopped them from expanding their other business interests. Shilpa and Raj recently announced the opening of their new nightclub called ‘Royalty’ in Mumbai

Vidya Balan creates sleep awareness

Vidya Balan creates sleep awareness

Ever wondered why Vidya Balan looks as fresh like a Lilly. It’s probably because of good sleeping habits. Therefore, naturally, Indian Sleep Disorders Association (ISDA) has appointed her as the brand ambassador of sleep awareness month that runs through all of March.

Live Chat: Ajay Devgn on March 17 at 1430 hrs IST

He is among the most versatile actors we have in Bollywood today. Having started out as an action hero with films like Phool Aur Kaante, Jigar, Vijaypath etc., this talented actor slowly moved on to display his serious and sensitive side in films like Zakhm, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, and Company. Just as one thought he is getting typecast, he made a dramatic turnaround by starring in some laugh riots like Golmaal, Golmaal Returns and All The Best.

When Farah Khan bashed up Riteish Deshmukh on sets of JKSAH

When Farah Khan bashed up Riteish Deshmukh on sets of JKSAH

By now its common knowledge that the Riteish Deshmukh- Jacqueline Fernandez starrer Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai (JKSAH) helmed by debutant director Milap Zaveri features some of the top names of the industry in interesting cameos. However, the one person who has probably the most interesting cameo in the film is none other than director Farah Khan. Farah plays herself (director Farah Khan) in the film and her scenes with Riteish are sure to bring the house down.

When Farah Khan bashed up Riteish Deshmukh on sets of JKSAH

When Farah Khan bashed up Riteish Deshmukh on sets of JKSAH

By now its common knowledge that the Riteish Deshmukh- Jacqueline Fernandez starrer Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai (JKSAH) helmed by debutant director Milap Zaveri features some of the top names of the industry in interesting cameos.

"Well Done Abba is extremely current and is set in today’s time" – Minissha Lamba

"Well Done Abba is extremely current and is set in today’s time" – Minissha Lamba

It seems like ages since one saw Minissha Lamba on the silver screen. It was way back in October’09 when she was seen in a sizzling new avtar in Kidnap. The film didn’t do much at the box office and though Minissha had seen critical and commercial success coming her way through Shaurya and Bachna Ae Haseeno respectively, she chose to lie low

Kareena and Shahid won’t be promoting Milenge Milenge together

Kareena and Shahid won’t be promoting Milenge Milenge together

Plans for bringing Kareena and Shahid Kapoor together to promote their pending project Milenge Milenge have been called off. It has now been decided by producer Boney Kapoor that the pair will promote the film individually. This, to avoid Kareena who’s in a committed relationship, any embarrassment and awkwardness, although Shahid who had no objections to collaborating with Kareena on the promotion seems unaware of these developments

Wishing Abhay Deol a very happy Birthday

Wishing Abhay Deol a very happy Birthday

He’s the Deol who has managed to break away from the norms and made a niche for himself. Like they say maturity and age are far from synonymous, Abhay Deol has done what most people would steer clear from, and that is to be unconventional in every possible way. Thanks to that, he managed to find respect and appreciation among the film fraternity and his fans

Wishing Aamir Khan a very happy Birthday

Wishing Aamir Khan a very happy Birthday

Bryan Adams’ most popular song went ‘18 till I die’. A statement that serves true for our very own Bollywood’s talent house Aamir Khan, who till date can carry of the role of a college student with just as much ease as he did in his teen years in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak.

Hide & Seek

Generally speaking, a film starring relative newcomers and helmed by a first-time director comes with zilch expectations. And if the film in question happens to be a suspense-thriller, the debutante director has to walk a tight rope. One false step and chances are he’d fall on his face

Rajeev Khandelwal to star in Tanuja Chandra’s next

Rajeev Khandelwal to star in Tanuja Chandra’s next

Talented director Tanuja Chandra, who has made some hard-hitting films like Dushman, Sangharsh and Sur, is all set to start her next directorial venture. The film is apparently a romantic comedy and stars Rajeev Khandelwal and Vir Das in lead roles. The hunt for the female lead is still on

Aamir to meet James Cameron in Delhi; Ranbir, Asin will also be present

Aamir Khan’s intellect is not a facade he puts on for his films but he is truly a man who knows exactly what he’s talking about in all seriousness. To validate that is the fact that he has been invited to a highly prestigious summit in New Delhi today- the 13th March with none other than the esteemed Oscar Winning director James Cameron. The Summit is being held on the subject of Reality v/s Idealism and will also see young Bollywood actors Asin and Ranbir Kapoor who would be the voice of the Youth of Bollywood.

"Housefull is certainly not dependant on the bikini factor" – Sajid Khan

"Housefull is certainly not dependant on the bikini factor" – Sajid Khan

First theatrical promo of Housefull is out and undoubtedly, it has got to an all around positive response. While the makers have done well by amalgamating class with mass in the First Look, they have also smartly integrated a shot from the film which features the three leading ladies – Deepika Padukone, Lara Dutta and Jiah Khan – in a two piece bikini

Subhash K. Jha talks about Hide & Seek

Subhash K. Jha talks about Hide & Seek

So whodunit? Put a bunch of assorted dysfunctional men and women into a shopping mall, not to shop, but to get bumped off. And voila, the whodunit takes the characters to shop until they drop, one by one

"Amelia could’ve been up for at least 5 Oscar nominations" – Mira Nair

"Amelia could’ve been up for at least 5 Oscar nominations" – Mira Nair

Mira is mutedly miffed about how her latest release the ambitious Amelia about the first woman pilot, was handled by its distributors Fox Searchlight.

"Tarantino asked me lot of questions about Indian cinema" – Resul Pookutty

"Tarantino asked me lot of questions about Indian cinema" – Resul Pookutty

Resul expresses a sense of disappointment about the experience of attending the Oscars for the second time. “I realized unless you’re nominated there’s no fun in attending the Oscars. This time I was just a spectator and to that extent I got to meet a lot of interesting people including the best-actress and best-director winners Sandra Bullock and Katheryn Bigelow who were absolutely charming.” Clearly the highlight of the evening for Resul was to meet Quentin Tarantino

Jacqueline in Pepsi commercial with Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt

Jacqueline in Pepsi commercial with Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt

The Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai girl is surely spreading her magic. It’s Jacqueline Fernandez who is creating the craze and how! Coming April would see Jacqueline opposite Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt spreading the ‘Wow! Factor’ for a Pepsi commercial and if you’re wondering why Jacqueline then the ad filmmaker is asking why not. The story goes that the ad filmmaker of Pepsi commercial had Ranbir and Sanju baba in tow but was on a lookout for a face that is not only fresh but compliments Ranbir and adds the much needed glam factor to the commercial

Preity Zinta creates AIDS awareness

Preity Zinta creates AIDS awareness

It’s probably a season that can see a beautiful coming together of Bollywood and Philanthropy.

Sanjay Gupta announces release dates of The Great Indian Butterfly, Pankh

Sanjay Gupta announces release dates of The Great Indian Butterfly, Pankh

Sanjay Gupta now treads a new path and is launching his new brand White Feather Arthouse Films. He is signalling off this journey with two films that are slated to chart new territories in the realm of `new age sensibility’ movies. The two films are The Great Indian Butterfly and Pankh

First Sunny starrer opens in Pakistan

First Sunny starrer opens in Pakistan

According to a communique received from Mukta Arts, RIGHT YAAA WRONG has opened at 21 screens in Pakistan today [Friday]. This is the first Sunny Deol starrer to release in the neighbouring country.

Konkona Sen Sharma, Ranvir Shorey in suspense-thriller

Konkona Sen Sharma, Ranvir Shorey in suspense-thriller

Konkona Sen Sharma and Ranvir Shorey have been teamed in a suspense-thriller, which will go on floors shortly.

"After Yuvvraaj…I need a big HIT" – Subhash Ghai

He is known as the ‘Showman of Bollywood’ and has been in this industry for over 3 decades.

Karisma Kapoor blessed with a baby boy

Karisma Kapoor blessed with a baby boy

Kareena Kapoor is busy with films and endorsements that are pouring her way while sister Karisma is on the family way. Karisma Kapoor, 36, gave birth to a baby boy today morning at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. He is Karisma’s second child after her daughter Samaira.

Abhishek Bachchan’s gift to Hide & Seek director Shawn Arranha

Abhishek Bachchan’s gift to Hide & Seek director Shawn Arranha

Every time Abhishek Bachchan’s name is mentioned, the Hide & Seek director Shawn Arranha goes misty-eyed. Shawn says he cannot forget what Abhishek has done for him.

Rajshri revives Tansen; hunt begins for main lead

A year back, Tansen was a hot project in the making. While Barjatyas from Rajshri Productions were backing this mega budget project, Satish Kaushik was already on board as the director of the film.

Live Chat: Aditya Narayan on March 12 at 1330 hrs IST

Live Chat: Aditya Narayan on March 12 at 1330 hrs IST

Entering the industry as lead actor is the famous playback singer Udit Narayan’s son Aditya Narayan. He made quite a rage few years back as a child artist alongside SRK and Salman in Pardes and Jab Pyaar Kisi Se Hota Hai respectively. But gone are those days as he is back in the industry ready with his debut as the leading star in Vikram Bhatt’s horror flick Shaapit

After The Hurt Locker, David Bryan’s next is Abbas Tyrewala’s film

After The Hurt Locker, David Bryan’s next is Abbas Tyrewala’s film

The Best Picture Oscar winner The Hurt Locker’s victory came as no surprise to some big Bollywood names, specifically, Abbas Tyrewala, John Abraham and Madhu Mantena. David Bryan, Supervising Art Director on The Hurt Locker who was widely praised for his life like replication of the battle scarred streets of Iraq in Jordan, is the Production Designer for Abbas Tyrewala’s next venture, starring John Abraham.

Kareena Kapoor rules L’Officiel cover

Kareena Kapoor rules L’Officiel cover

“Black magic woman” is the phrase that rings in your ears when a single glance at the L’Officiel’s cover page hypnotises you. The March 2010 issue has the Kapoor Diva looking strong, confident and extremely mesmerising in a black Dior gown. Inside pages reveal the charisma, aura and strength of one of Bollywood’s finest stars

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