Filmmakers line up biopics – with Bollywood twist

The commercial success of “The Dirty Picture” gave new life to biopics. Bollywood has now lined up a slew of real people’s real stories, though filmmakers admit these are churned out with a splash of entertaining fiction.

“Paan Singh Tomar” closely followed “The Dirty Picture” and turned out to be a sleeper hit. Some upcoming biopics include “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag”, “Rang Rasiya”, “Shoot Out At Wadala”, “Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai 2″ and “Barfi”.

But filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt told IANS: “Any biopic can't be a pure biopic because one tends so as to add the entertainment quotient to the film to create space for commercial zone.It is less complicated to mention that you're creating a biopic than to really make a biopic.

“Many of them claim it to be a biopic and use it for the publicity. There's a lot of pain that goes into the research of the nature and to do justice to the main points of a person’s journey. Simply by claiming so, it doesn’t become a biopic. You utilize a selected person, icon as a peg to launch your product,” he said.

Usually Hollywood starts a trend and Bollywood follows. Hindi films, however, resisted biopics for a very long time. However the success of “The Dirty Picture”, in regards to the lifetime of southern sex icon Silk Smitha, appeared to alter the mindset.

Milan Luthria, director of “The Dirty Picture”, starring Vidya Balan, feels there aren't any pure biopics.

“When my film did well, it gave more courage to others that biopics have the ability to hit the economic zone. Such a lot of real life stories are there, but they don't seem to be pure biopics as entertainment is added to facts. Whilst you opt for a pure biopic, then it could get just a little boring,” Luthria told IANS.

Making biopics is challenging because the stories are separated from history to suit into specific requirements of showbiz.

However, director Ketan Mehta feels again and again fact is more astonishing than fiction. “In many cases fact is stranger than the fiction. Real life is more astonishing than a fictional story. One of the vital biopics or their story could be very fascinating,” he told IANS.

Mehta has wielded the megaphone for biopics like “Sardar”, at the country’s first home minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel; “Mangal Pandey: The Rising”, which told the tale of 1 of the important thing leaders of 1857 Sepoy Mutiny; and his much delayed “Rang Rasiya”, in keeping with the lifetime of 19th century painter Raja Ravi Varma.

Translating the actual life story on celluloid requires numerous research.

“I take in subjects that inspire me. MUCH MORE research goes into creating a period film where you don’t have enough records or much evidence,” Mehta told IANS.

“Unfortunately, India has not started the fad of biopics yet. If it happens within the near future, then it's wonderful,” he added.

Luthria feels “in Hollywood, that is an old trend and so they was engaged on it for an extended time”.

Sometimes filmmakers are dragged into legal trouble too.

“It is determined by what the family feels about it? What are the terms and stipulations agreed upon between them? There are lots of such things to be cleared,” Ram Gopal Varma told IANS. He had made “Rakta Charitra”, a bilingual film on slain Andhra Pradesh politician Paritala Ravindra.

“Many a time a director initially claims it to be a biopic and later says it's been inspired by a specific person. It happens for the reason that formalities don't seem to be completed. You get excited when the maker or the director says it's in line with someone. But if suddenly problems crop up, they may change the story,” Verma added.

Bhatt said, “When you might be exploring the human side to inform an untold story, one might get into trouble. Every now and then the person’s members of the family is probably not pleased with how you are portraying a character.”

He described his production venture “Woh Lamhe” as a last goodbye to the memories of actress Parveen Babi, whom he loved and lost.

The biopic virus is spreading so fast that when Vidya Balan and Irrfan Khan, even Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is probably going to play hockey legend Dhyan Chand. – IANS

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Emraan gets his first ‘U’ certified film, thanks kids

Actor Emraan Hashmi, known for his serial kisser image, has revealed that he has signed his first ‘U’ certified film and provides credits to children for doing it.

“There is an untitled, Universal film, it'd be my first ‘U’ certified film,” said Emraan.

“Actually, I USED TO BE shooting in Jaipur three-four years back and a few children told me that we watch your songs, but our parents don’t let us see your films. So I said, someday after I get an even script, I’ll definitely make a movie for you all.”

“Fortunately, I'VE got the sort of script. It's still within the pre-production stage and it has not been announced yet, nevertheless it is for universal audience,” he added.

The 33-year-old was speaking Sunday at a promotional event for his upcoming film “Jannat 2″.

Emraan, who was last seen in “The Dirty Picture,” says that he values audience opinion greater than the critics.

“There is an adulation that you simply get from audience. I never really give an excessive amount of importance to critics or any awards. So for me, audience’s acceptance is my yardstick for success,” said the actor.

Directed by Kunal Deshmukh, “Jannat 2″ is ready for a May 4 release. It also marks the debut of model Esha Gupta in Bollywood. Emraan said even after nine years in filmdom, Fridays make him jittery.

“For me as an actor, as a performer, it’s a high, a good sign for me that there's an adrenaline rush when the film releases Friday. I still wonder how the film goes to work, how will or not it's appreciated. That is fun, but scary too,” he said. – IANS

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Veteran actress Achala Sachdev passes away

Veteran actress Achala Sachdev, who's best known for her portrayal of Balraj Sahni's wife in Waqt, gave up the ghost early this morning. The actress, who was 91 years old, breathed her last at a Pune hospital.

Achala were unwell for some time and her condition became extremely critical few days ago and then she was placed on ventilator support. The actress was last seen in films like Na Tum Jaano Na Hum and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.

Bollywood Hungama offers its condolences to her family members.

UTV to remake Delhi Belly in Tamil

UTV Films will now remake the 2011 superhit movie Delhi Belly in Tamil. The film produced by UTV Films and Aamir Khan Productions was directed by Abhinay Deo in English and dubbed in Hindi, and now the Tamil version may be directed by R. Kannan (who earlier directed Jayamkondan and Kanden Kadhalai).

In the yet to be titled Tamil version, Imran Khan's role could be played by Arya, the brand new heartthrob and star of UTV's super hit January release, Vettai. The No.1 comedian in Tamil cinema Santhanam will play Kunaal Roy Kapur's role and popular actor Premgi will play Vir Das's role. Hansika and Anjali will play the jobs of the air hostess and journalist respectively.

The popular character artiste Nasser, who's known to play the villain with much ease, will essay the role originally played by Vijay Raaz and the film may have several known stars in other pivotal roles.

The core theme and screenplay of the film was retained, and it's been adapted by a team of 3 writers to fit the tastes and sensibilities of the Tamil audience. Dialogues are written by John Mahendran of Sachien film fame.

"Our next Hindi release Rowdy Rathore is a remake of the superhit Telugu film Vikramarkudu, which was also remade in Tamil as Siruthai, another superhit. Up to now now we have successfully remade our Hindi productions within the South, like Khosla Ka Ghosla (in Tamil) and A Wednesday (in Tamil and Telegu). Some content transcends culture and language, and draws audiences in for the sheer quality of storytelling. Within the same vein, we believe Delhi Belly will work superbly well with Tamil audiences and we're thrilled with the exceptionally adapted screenplay that a team of young writers has developed. We have now brought about actors who're youthful and popular, along side an overly skilled director on the helm, and we're confident that the good content of Delhi Belly will act as a bridge for cinema loving audiences across languages", said Siddharth Roy Kapur, CEO, UTV Movies.

The film could have music by the present youth icon Thaman, cinematography by P.G. Muthiah (of Poo, Kanden Kadhalai and Saguni fame), Editing by Leo, Art Direction by Videsh, Costumes by Deepali and Stunts by Silva.

The film will go at the floors on May 7, 2012 in Chennai and can be completed by October 2012. It's slated for a Pongal release in January 2013.

Aamir Salman to play charity cricket match

A star studded cricket team comprising the likes of Aamir Khan and Salman Khan could be playing a Twenty20 cricket match at Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium on May 1,against a team of physically handicap, all bound by one common motive-to prove that disability isn't any handicap.

While some players wear calipers, others hobble on crutches a couple of are amputees, they've requested the actors to not give them any unfair advantage as they would like the match to be a good one.

The event named 'Junoon' is a star Charity Cricket Match supported by EVE Foundation (Empowering Villages Everywhere), Cricket Club of India and Rotaract Club of HR College. The ticket proceeds of this match will be used to offer prosthetics (artificial limbs) to the disabled living within the rural district of Satara, Maharashtra.

The event may also see Atul Kulkarni, Sharman Joshi, Sohail and Arbaaz Khan, Prateik Babbar, Rani Mukerji, Aftab Shivdasani, Dilip Joshi, Isha Koppikar, Disha Vankani, Maanav Gohil, H R College principal Dr. Indu Shahani and plenty of more celebrities take the sphere.

There can also be a performance by Shiamak Davar's extremely talented physically disabled dance troupe and a Blind Band performance with music spinned inside the event by DJ Shaan.

Bebo to switch Kajol for a chocolate candy brand?

Actress Kareena Kapoor was inked for a chocolate brand, which Kajol was promoting earlier. However, it's yet to be validated whether the Kapoor girl has substituted Kajol as a brand ambassador or she’s been roped in for a special product under the similar brand.

The sources disclose that Kareena, so far, has just been inked for the emblem. It will likely be disclosed soon if she is going to be giving hard competition to Kajol by being part of the similar product, or whether Kajol will not more be connected with the brand.

Whatever happens, all we adore for is that the sweet bond between Kareena-Kajol since ‘We Are Family’, doesn’t break on account of this.

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Rakhi Sawant new Silk Smitha For The Dirty Picture remake

The hit film of 2011, “The Dirty Picture” directed by Milan Luthria filled the coffers of the box office. This movie was according to the lifetime of the late actress Silk Smitha. Vidya Balan donned the nature of Silk Smitha. This erupted several issues among some activists who registered cases within the court asking to prohibit this movie.  But this flick was launched midst most of these problems. When the movie was launched Vidya Balan was heaped with laurels.

Vidya Balan got the National Award for her fantastic performing on this movie. Now the excitement is that the film which had raised the demand of Vidya Balan one of the vital youngsters may be remade in Bengali.  In line with the information, Rakhi Sawant have been signed for a first-rate role in a Bengali remake of The Dirty Picture.

When approached Rakhi said “Vidya Balan hasn’t done anything in “The Dirty Picture”. I CAN do better within the Bengali remake. Even Vidya might be shocked after seeing my role. I'LL BE a lot better than her.

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Tere Bin Laden sequel to take off

It appears to be the age of sequels and remakes currently. With a variety of filmmakers opting to either remake or make sequels, we hear that the 2010 satirical comedy film Tere Bin Laden will even have a sequel. However, the sequel might be titled Tere Bin Laden 3.

The film on the way to be produced by Pooja Shetty and directed by Abhishek Sharma will kick-start on May 2, to coincide with the primary death anniversary of the scary terrorist. Apparently, the film takes to the air after Osama's death. While at the acting front, both Pradhuman Singh and Ali Zafar may be part of the sequel.

Randeep to attend as Emraan continues drive for Jannat 2

Even though the makers of Jannat 2 have categorically stated that this can be a solo hero film with Emraan Hashmi leading from the front, looks as if those with reference to Randeep Hooda haven't taken the statement too kindly. After all, Randeep - who's fresh out of playing a key protagonist in his last release Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster - would have definitely bargained for a greater placement in Jannat 2. However statements that convey that 'it was a conscious decision to not do something about Randeep for Jannat 2 promotion' are heartbreaking to mention the least.

"Sometimes what's printed doesn't quite convey the precise expression with that you had made a specific statement", says a source with regards to Kunal, "He had always maintained that Jannat 2 isn't a two hero film. Actually Randeep too was aware of this from the very beginning. For this reason why Kunal had also admitted that Randeep was not within the know-how of the promotional strategy because on the end of the day it's Emraan's film. This does not imply though that other actors do not need a job to play. Randeep knows his place within the film; he hasn't been cheated here and there's no reason behind him to feel let down."

Still, since there may be lot of misinterpretation in play here and the obvious miscommunication hasn't gone down well with all involved, there's an instant damage control in play. Step one on this direction is for Kunal to hail Randeep's presence within the film.

"Randeep is a brilliant actor. Period. When he becomes part of a film, he obviously adds weight to the proceedings. The most efficient part about Randeep is that he was consistent in all his films," remarks Kunal. Obviously the tone sounds a lot more euphoric and awe inspiring this time around.

Continuing his appreciation for Randeep and additional re-establishing his importance to Jannat 2, Kunal says, "IT'S ONLY that he have been doing a large number of offbeat films because of which he wasn't seen as much by the audience prior to now as he deserves. Now Jannat 2 would give him a platform where he can showcase his talent to lot of individuals. The selection of individuals who would see the film could be five times or more of Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster. However that may be 'yet' to happen. Once that happens, he would naturally command his place for being a lot more prominently placed within the promotional campaign of his future films."

We get the purpose Kunal.

Ferrari Ki Sawaaris special screening for giant B

Munnabhai director Raj Kumar Hirani has moved on. He's going to now direct a movie called P K with Aamir Khan within the lead for Vinod Chopra Productions. The following Munnabhai film entitled Munnabhai Ki Aatma Katha will reunite Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi and Boman Irani. But would probably be directed by the Ferrari Ki Sawaari director Rajesh Mapuskar.

It's now felt within Vinod Chopra's production house that Hirani's Munnabhai legacy may also be handed over to a different director without mishap.

Recently, Vidhu Vinod Chopra invited the massive B to view his new film Ferrari Ki Sawaari. Apparently, the large B loved the film and told the delighted producer so.

Says Chopra proudly, "Mr. Bachchan saw the rough cut and loved it. It took us four years to write down Ferrari Ki Sawaari. After we could've worked with any of the massive stars after 3 Idiots, we chose to work with Sharman Joshi. We're very pleased with Ferrari Ki Sawaari. It is going to be probably the most biggest within the history of Indian cinema. You'll put that on record. But that isn't why we made it."

Anil Kapoor reduced to tears by Arjun Kapoor

Debutant Arjun Kapoor lost his mother before his film Ishaqzaade might be released. But he seems to have found incredible goodwill among family and friends.

Arjun is suddenly the blue-eyed boy. And we're not the least surprised to listen to his uncle Anil Kapoor raving concerning the boy like he hasn't ever raved about any newcomer.

After seeing some rushes of the film, Anil called this writer to share his joy. Anil saw glimpses of himself in Arjun.

Says the proud teary-eyed uncle, "I USED TO BE so moved by mera bachcha. Arjun jogged my memory such a lot of my younger days. Wohi junoon, wohi josh. But he's way more confident and subtle in his first film than I USED TO BE in my first ten films. Come to consider it he jogs my memory of my character in Tezaab. So reckless, so young, so fearless and such a lot fun. In reality both Arjun and his co-star Parineeti Chopra took me unexpectedly".

Anil makes it clear that he is not raving about Arjun for the reason that boy is his nephew. "Nahin, uss ladke mein kuch hai. He just won my heart over. I remember him running around with my daughters and son...just as a child. Today he has grown up into one of these responsible boy and a very good actor. And do you know, he got a Yashraj Film on his own with none recommendation from me or his father. We're very pleased with him."

So is the protecting paternal film fraternity. Creating a surprising concession, Yashraj is seemingly allowing Arjun's near and expensive ones to have a dekko at Ishaqzaade.

Yashraj never allows anyone from the surface to look at their films until release.

One isn't at liberty to show an excessive amount of at the present time. But an overly special tribute is being planned for Arjun's mother Mona Kapoor when the film is released.

When Nargis had gave up the ghost weeks before her son Sanjay Dutt's debut film Rocky released, a seat were kept vacant next to Sanjay in her memory.

Akshay Kumar to endorse Red Label Tea

Akshay Kumar can also be called as someone who has not only changed the foundations of the game, but has also rewritten it on his own terms.

According to Bollywood Hungama's reliable sources, Akshay Kumar has now been signed as much as be the logo ambassador of Red Label Tea and can be shooting the advert today.

The official announcement of the similar is being awaited.

Rakhi Sawant in Bengali remake of The Dirty Picture

If you're a kind of who went 'ooh-laa-laa' with the curves and gyrations of Vidya Balan in The Dirty Picture, then, be ready for some really hotter-than-hot action, courtesy none instead of Rakhi Sawant! The scoop is that Rakhi has now been signed as much as play Vidya Balan's role within the Bengali remake of The Dirty Picture. The film is being directed by Shatabdi Roy and is being produced by Tapas Paul.

Talking about this film, Rakhi said that Vidya Balan has done nothing in The Dirty Picture and that she is going to do better and warmer scenes within the Bengali remake, such a lot in order that even Vidya Balan could be surprised after seeing her character! While on Rakhi, Tapas said they had met her recently and had liked her within the item song within the Bengali film Om Shanti. He also added that the quest for the male lead continues to be on.

The finishing shot (as always) belonged to Rakhi, who said that the sari is supposed to be taken off in films, not worn and that the flicks become successful for this reason and never on account of stars.

We wonder what Vidya Balan has to mention to this!

In retrospect 100 years of Zohra Sehgal

It is Zohra Sehgal's inspiring journey as a theatre, film and television artiste, that makes her birth centenary so special

There aren't many that have the privilege of Amitabh Bachchan pulling a chair for them. Zohra Sehgal is a type of few," filmmaker R Balki says with fun. "WHENEVER Zohraji came at the sets of 'Cheeni Kum', Mr Bachchan would stand up, first greet her after which pull a chair for her to sit," says the adman-turned-director and adds that Sehgal's mesmerising inner beauty makes her his most favourite woman.

This grand old lady - famous for her vivaciousness and exuberance - will turn 100 on April 27. Sehgal currently resides in Delhi along with her daughter, Kiran Sehgal, and, as her friends say, the sprightly actor's zest for all times remains to be intact.

Though the prevailing generation understands Sehgal, mainly through her sporadic movie appearances, the older generation will vouch for her powerful performances on stage. She started her career in 1935 as a number one dancer with the Uday Shankar Ballet Company and travelled across the world. In 1945, she joined Prithviraj Kapoor's Prithvi Theatre group as an actor on a monthly salary of Rs 400.

"Prithviraj used to then run his company on the Opera House. She worked with him for just about 14 years. She is indeed among the finest stage actresses we have," says theatre veteran MS Sathyu. Her sister Uzra Butt too was a well-liked actor.

During this period, she married a fellow dancer, Kameshwar Sehgal. After having acted in numerous plays, she made her film debut in Indian People's Theatre Association’s (IPTA) first film, Dharti Ke Lal (1946), which was directed by Khwaja Ahmad Abbas. She followed it up with another IPTA film, Neecha Nagar.

After Kapoor shut down Prithvi for a while, and Sehgal lost her husband, she moved to Delhi. Sathyu recalls that it was then that she taught dance to a Hindustani theatre group within the '60s. "I got to understand her during that period and realised her passion for theatre and dance," says Sathyu. Her passion for the art won her a drama scholarship in Great Britain in 1962. Her memoir titled Stages: The Art & Adventures of Zohra Sehgal talks about how after her scholarship ended, she was broke and jobless, and made a living as a dresser in London's green rooms for just about 10 years or even educated her children there.

Sehgal bounced back within the late '70s when she was rediscovered by the makers of British TV shows and movies. Following serials equivalent to Jewel within the Crown, My Beautiful Launderette and Tandoori Nights, her sense of humour and candour became highly regarded. Movies akin to Bhaji at the Beach and Merchant Ivory Productions' The Courtesans of Bombay enhanced her popularity within the West.

In the '90s, she returned to India. She was in her 80s and plenty of thought that she would quit acting. Sehgal proved everyone wrong. She acted in TV shows in addition to films. In Amma and Family on Home TV, she played the central character. Sadia Dehlvi, who wrote and produced the show, says, "I WILL BE ABLE TO never forget Zohra aapa for her energy and professionalism. She always arrived at the sets on time, knew her lines by heart and regaled us with stories from her eventful life." Her co-actor Himani Dehlvi echoes that there has been never a lifeless day at the sets, way to Sehgal. The centenarian also did several big banner movies in Bollywood - Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Dil Se, Tera Jaadu Chal Gaya and Saawariya.

The secret of her long career lies in her energy. "We were shooting at Qutub Minar with Mr Bachchan, and Zohraji was 94 then. The temperature was 43 degree celsius, yet she stood there through takes and gave a very good performance," he recalls. Tales of her passion for acting make us hope that the centenarian will continue to enthrall the audience within the years to come.

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Sonu Nigam enthralls crowds at Guyana

Bollywood's most talented and flexible playback singer Sonu Nigam enthralled the audience at Guyana as he performed at his first concert on the National Stadium, Providence.

The Guyanese turned out in fill force to hear Sonu sing and he didn't disappoint them in any respect. Sonu placed on an uninterrupted 3- hour high-energy performance for the over 20,000-strong crowd on the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha's fund raising event.

The crowd went crazy when Sonu sang his ever popular 'Kal Ho Na Ho'. One of the vital fans who couldn't contain themselves rushed to front of the audience to bop to Sonu's music and to take pictures. Among one of the vital other songs, he performed 'Salaam E Ishq' and his idol Mohamed Rafi Saab's 'Kya Hua Tera Wada' and 'Chahonga Mein Tujhe'.

Nigam's performance was so enchanting that Guyana's president Donald Ramotar joined the singer and the duo performed at the popular Indian oldie 'Suhani Raat'. Ramotar later described the concert as among the finest concerts ever to be held within the Guyana.

Proceeds from his concert will go towards constructing a house for battered women and youngsters in Berbice.

Pyarelal remembers late partner Laxmikant

At 71, Pyarelal Sharma has the keenness of a musical newbie. He remembers his late partner with none false melodrama. "We were like one, closer than brothers, so no person may even start to understand our bond,'' he says. Not many are aware that till Laxmikant suggested that they team up as a duo in films, Pyarelal's ambition was to become a famous musician from India in Western music abroad, like his close friend Zubin Mehta.

After Laxmikant passed on to the great beyond in 1998, the maestro (described by Laxmikant because the" only complete music director in Hindi cinema'' who could read and write Indian and Western notations, compose, arrange, conduct and record songs and knew all instruments just like the back of his hand) fought back against bad times. "Even today, I WOULDN'T mind doing films in the event that they are from A-list setups. Yash Chopra, Subhash Ghai and Mahesh Bhatt keep talking about working together again, and i'm waiting!'' he says with a twinkle in his eye. In those hard times, Pyarelal recorded over 40 songs for albums that never came out.

The composer, who's considered India's finest violinist, made his first unique experiment when he recorded three songs (with only basic rhythm and percussion) with popular playback singers singing the chorus and instrumental sections, while the chorus sang the solo portions! His eyes lit up with the pure joy of an innovative creator, he adds, ''For Ek pyar ka naghma hai from Shor I'VE extensively utilized choir voices because the strings section. I NEED to make an album of eight such numbers. Lata (Mangeshkar)bai and Amitji (Amitabh Bachchan have heard these songs and so they asked me how I'LL conceive what hasn't ever been done before anywhere, but I'M always contemplating methods to get a hold of something new!''

In 2003, a British violinist named Candida visited Pyarelal and persuaded him to go to England's Trinity College of Music. ''From 2004 to 2007, my wife and that i would live there for four weeks every year, and that i would teach the professors there,'' recalls Pyarelal. ''It gave me a super sense of pride when David Welton, managing director of the London Philharmonic, told me, 'Your music is like pure gold!'''

Pyarelal taught the British musicians to play his music. ''The London Philharmonic Orchestra got used to playing Western classical with an Indian folk touch and pan-Asian influences. I introduced new drums and wrote to a 2-4 beat after they are used to play at the 5-4. I also taught them to forestall moving back and forth while playing!'' smiles the composer, who adds that once musicians there came to understand that he had composed songs and background music for 500 films, one in all them exclaimed, ''Then you need to be no less than 300 years old!''

''I was invited also to compose a quartet for four teenage musicians who were fascinated with Indian music, and that i admit that I made their score slightly difficult, but they rose to the challenge,'' he says proudly.

Pyarelal simultaneously composed two symphonies (essentially the most difficult of all Western music creations) and his work was published there within the book called Indian Summer by Schotts, a London-based publishing company. The symphony, called Om Shivam In A-Minor, was later registered in 2009 (after it went during the due but lengthy protocol of vetting the composition) at The big apple and the registration certificate is among his proud possessions. ''One more symphony is set and i'm composing two more,'' says the legendary composer, who has even incorporated elements of dadra and keherwa in Om Shivam... and has two simultaneous beats playing in it!

The legendary composer may be into more musical explorations. Except the Laxmikant-Pyarelal concerts that he keeps doing and the song Dhoom tana that he arranged for Shah Rukh Khan's Om Shanti Om, he's going to hold - later this year - an international Music concert in Germany, another World Music show with vocals-something never done before-in Austria and in addition present his symphony in a concert in America.

In France some years back, Pyarelal had composed and organized an album of Indian film hits for leading artiste Pascal, called Pascal In Bollywood. ''The songs were neither restricted to Laxmikant-Pyarelal songs nor Hindi films alone,'' he said. More recently, Shaad Ali recorded a 10-minute song penned by Gulzar and sung by Sonu Niigaam and Shreya Ghoshal for a Paris Festival. The song was staged live by Ranveer Band Baaja Baaraat Singh and a French actress in a performance directed by Ali there.

On March 15, 2012 in Dubai, Pyarelal again conceived a singular experiment in front of a 5000-strong live audience including world musicians-''They were dancing to the music!'' smiles Pyarelal. A BUNCH of 20 Indian and 20 Western musicians joined forces for a global Music performance called Absolute India composed and organized by Pyarelal and conducted by Kristjan Jarvi, Permanent Guest Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra. It was set in a 12-tone scale of original music that may eventually form the language of a brand new harmonious amalgam of Indian and Western music. ''I considered the speculation of Indian in addition to Western musicians playing together on what's composed, written and conducted. I also devised solo pieces for Dr L.Subramaniam and his son Amby. And alongside, Kavita Krishnamurthi-Subramaniam, Amit Kumar, Sonu Niigaam and others sang our hit songs as well.''

For Pyarelal, the sky is clearly not the limit. ''From my father Pandit Ramprasad Sharma and my guru Anthony Gonsalves to the master composers we assisted, I'VE absorbed such a lot of music. However the more I learn, the more I realise that there's no end to musical knowledge,'' says the composer.

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Innovative Manmohan Desai introduced vanity vans – Amitabh Bachchan

Vanity vans aren't any more exclusive in Bollywood, says Amitabh Bachchan, revealing that they was first introduced by Mahmohan Desai. The megastar added that the late filmmaker gifted him one too.

“At the studios these days, the biggest space is taken up by the shallowness vans for artists, talent, directors, writers .. It was never like this in our time… ok .. like earlier days! There have been make up rooms in the event you were important enough, sharing an office space with two others in case you had just started off, and did your changing and make up within the production bus that transported the workers and crew .. Now and then for an all night shoot, you simply dozed off at the floor of the set… getting a room was a luxury,” wrote Big B on his blog.

“But Manmohan Desai, the master, was different. He had a back problem and had to lie down as he travelled to the sets, so he built himself a van where a bed may well be placed and post a television set inside, something that was unheard of, and wait put a mirror in the back of the sleeping area, to look at the television lying the other way round !! Why so ? Because he said the imagery is healthier when it reflects off a mirror !!! Its laterally inverted but so what he would say ! After which within a couple of days presented me with one,”

Amitabh says that during those days the vans used to have few basic facilities.

“It was not what vanity vans are like today. It had a bed, a bathroom, and seating with a fold out table on one among them. I installed a pull out make up tray with mirror, to do my make up in there and desperately tried to mend a music system within. It took several pioneering efforts so to achieve that, but finally all of it came around, and since I had a general license for it, I moved across the city in it.

“Gave me privacy. Gave me a bed to rest on for the hour long drives and a ready wash room ! Ecstasy and enjoyment!! Ok so lying at the bed during movement was somewhat arduous at every bump or turn, you slid off to the ground. Nothing I MAY do about it. However the great innovator Mr Man Mohan Desai did have an answer. Seat belts that strapped him up as he lay !! Now and then it seemed like contraptions used to pin down a violent patient in hospitals,” wrote Amitabh.

Desai had teamed up with Big B in hits like “Mard”, “Coolie”, “Naseeb”, “Suhaag”, “Parvarish” and “Amar Akbar Anthony” – IANS

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Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt on the press meet of ‘Department’

Actor Rana Daggubati, superstar Amitabh Bachchan and actor Sanjay Dutt on the press meet in their upcoming film`Department`in Mumbai.

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Amitabh Bachchan open to working with Rekha again

An all time popular on screen couple, Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha might need parted ways over decades but Big B doesn’t rule out the opportunity of reuniting along with her again at the silver screen.

“If there's a good story and prefer it then I don’t mind working with her,” the megastar said at a function here Saturday.

The two have earlier worked together in films like “Silsila”, “Mr Narwarlal”, “Muqaddar Ka Sikandar” among others. – IANS

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Action, comedy, drama – a summer bonanza for movie-goers

Movie aficianados are in for a summer delight! From Hollywood treats like “The Avengers” and “Madagascar 3″ to Bollywood potboilers like “Jannat 2″ and “Rowdy Rathore”, a heady mixture of romance, drama, action and comedy await movie-goers this holiday season.

“We have gotten two of probably the most eagerly awaited releases lined up. We're bringing Oscar winning film ‘Hugo 3D’ on popular demand to India in May and ‘Madagascar 3′ in June. We're expecting great response for our releases within the holiday season,” Vikram Malhotra, COO of Viacom18 Motion Pictures, told IANS.

While “Hugo 3D” releases May 4, “Madagascar 3″ (3D) will hit the screens June 8.

Set in 1930s Paris, the Oscar winning film “Hugo” tells the story of an orphan who lives inside the walls of a train station and is wrapped in a mystery involving his late father and an automaton, while “Madagacar 3″ narrates the tale of Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Gloria the hippo, and Melman the giraffe, who fight to get home to their beloved New York.

“‘Madagascar 3′ is without doubt one of the most loved franchises. The former two films of this franchise have received tremendous response from people across every age and we're expecting the third one to be equally successful,” Malhotra said.

“‘Hugo 3D’ may have limited but loyal audience. There's a lot of curiosity among people for this film,” he added.

“The Avengers” is another big Hollywood release this summer. Distributed by UTV Motion Pictures, the film goes to hit 800 Indian screens, a record choice of screens for any Hollywood film in India thus far. Additionally it is dubbed in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

The film starring Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Chris Hemsworth, have been directed by Joss Whedon.

“‘The Avengers’ is a superhero film and we're expecting a very good response after its release, more in order it's releasing first in India than within the US,” said Gaurav Verma, vice president, distribution, India, UTV Motion Pictures.

“We expect an even viewership because the film is releasing in four different languages, which in turn expands the reach too. Other Hollywood films lined up for release this summer are ‘Spider Man’ and ‘Batman’,” he added.

Apart from “Hugo” and “Madagascar 3″, other Hollywood treats are “Cindrella 3D”, “Men in Black 3″, “Brave (3D)” and “Chimpanzee (documentary)”.

Bollywood isn't far behind. The month of May will see films like “Jannat 2″, “The Forest”, “Dangerous Ishhq”, “Ishaqzaade” and “Department” hitting the screens, June will see films like “Rowdy Rathore”, “Shanghai”, “Ferrari Ki Sawaari”, “Gangs of Wasseypur” and “Teri Meri Kahaani” entertaining the audience.

“The line up of Bollywood films this summer are very interesting. There are films like ‘Rowdy Rathore’, ‘Ishaqzaade’ and ‘Department’ hitting the screens. Our big Bollywood release this summer is ‘Rowdy Rathore’ with Akshay Kumar and we've got huge expectations from it too,” said Verma.

While a majority of Hollywood films releasing this holiday season target children, Bollywood barely has anything to provide them.

“In Hindi film industry, there is not any specific genre of kids films as it is typical masala films that work here. Children films listed here are of lowest common denomination,” said Malhotra.

However, Verma says Bollywood films have universal appeal and don’t cater to a selected segment.

“Hindi films have universal appeal and they're barely targeted towards a particular segment of audience. So this is a myth that films for youngsters aren't being made in India,” he added. – IANS

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Big B pleased with Sachin’s nomination, Sanjay Dutt differs

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan Saturday expressed happiness on the recent nomination of actress Rekha and cricket legend Sachin Tendulakar to the Rajya Sabha, while Sanjay Dutt was unhappy with Sachin becoming a parliamentarian.

“In each session of parliament, the president nominates few set of individuals for the Rajya Sabha from the fields of art, cinema etc. This can be a very honourable position. Sunil Dutt’s wife Nargis was also nominated. Whoever are nominated for this (Rajya Sabha) are deserving people,” Amitabh told reporters at a press conference here.

Asked if being a Rajya Sabha member puts a burden on cricket and picture personalities, he said: “It is their personal decision. Leave it to them.”

Meanwhile, Dutt, who terms himself to be a large fan of Tendulkar, is sad with him being a member of the Rajya Sabha.

“It is an honour to be within the Rajya sabha. I'M partial to Sachin. He's the pride and jewel of India. But, I'M REALLY NOT happy that he's a Rajya Sabha member. He must have been the way in which he is,” he said. – IANS

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‘Tezz’ earns Rs 7.40 Crs in 2 Days

Bollywood film Tezz is crumbling like anything on the local Box Office. Tezz on Saturday showed a  drop from opening day, that's a rarity this days. Tezz has received around 3.25 crs nett all India on Saturday in line with early reports. Tezz 2 days collection now stands at 7 crs nett all India.

Tezz has received around 4.15 crs nett all India on Friday. Tezz was completely refused by Public and now only its on a Free Fall. Tezz actors Ajay Devgn and Anil Kapoor in Main Roles and despite this it has hardly got any serious Opening. Tezz goes to be one of the vital major disaster of all time and this is a heartbreak for its producers.

Tezz had a possible of recovering atleast 10 crs nett all India each day, but collections below 4 crs nett are only horrible. Now lets see if Tezz can somehow recover a couple of face value on Sunday.

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Shahrukh Khan pins hopes on IPL season 5

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Censor Board clears Ishaqzaade with UA Certificate

The Censor Board is finally growing up. A kinetic raw and edgy Hindu-Muslim romance has just gotten itself a 'PG' rating by the Censor Board...and and not using a cuts whatsoever!

Yup, it's an all-clear for Yash Raj Films' Ishaqzaade. Thereby ending per week of immense tension for director Habib Faizal who had secretly expressed grave misgiving on how the Censor Board would react to the volatile theme and mature content of his love story.

Interestingly, Habib Faizal made it clear to the Censor Board on the outset that his film was not meant for under-age viewer ship.

On Wednesday, afternoon the Censor Board Of Film Certification (CBFC) viewed the film. The screening ended with Ishaqzaade being seen suitable for juvenile viewing under parental guidance. The 'PG' declaration must be made in a 24-font announcement within the publicity and hoardings.

That apart, the film sailed through its fire by censorship unscathed.

Says the CBFC's CEO, "Ishaqzaade got a 'U/A' certification without cuts. Director Habib Faizal agreed that his film was an intense love story and that he and his team wouldn't like children below 12 to look at it without parental guidance. The producers was asked to say the 'PG' rating on the entire posters and publicity material."

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Title track of Aamirs TV show to be screened in cinemas

Trust Aamir Khan to come back up with probably the most innovative marketing strategies. The actor who's known for his out-of-the-box marketing strategies has get a hold of one more novel idea, that of screening the title track of his debut TV show Satyamev Jayate in cinemas across India immediately after the national anthem, Wednesday onwards.

Apart from that the makers of the show also are planning an on-ground activity at two PVR cinemas. As part of the promotional campaign, viewers watching films at selected multiplexes in Mumbai and New Delhi could be asked questions in accordance with Aamir's TV show and their answers can be recorded on video. The movies of the proper answers can be shown through the film's interval. That is for the primary time that a TV show can be promoted across cinemas in India.

Satyamev Jayate will air from May 6 on eight Star channels in addition to on Doordarshan.

Watch the video: 'Satyamev Jayate' Theme Song

Sanjay Suri plays teacher in Papa Please

Aamir Khan handled the very sensitive issue of the dyslexia in his film Taare Zameen Par. Well, the debutante director Shashi Verma is now prepared to stroll the same path along with his offering Papa Please, a movie with a purpose to cope with the undue pressure that today's children are subjected to with a purpose to ace their academics. The film stars Sanjay Suri together with Vipin Sharma and Roopa Ganguly.

The film is being produced by Dr. Deepankar Roy and Binod Gupta. While TZP showed the father-son relationship, Papa Please can have the father-daughter relationship as its peg. Sanjay Suri (who plays a teacher on this film) said that even if the template of the film is identical (like TZP), the tale is basically different. He also added that the film exhibits the girl's standpoint who has immense pressure of topping on every occasion and the way this pressure affects her psyche.

The film, which has just gone on floors, is anticipated to release this year.

Shootout At Wadala release pushed to Jan 2013

Balaji has decided to postpone the discharge of Shootout At Wadala from December 7, 2012 to January 18, 2013. Speaking about this development, Tanuj Garg, CEO-Balaji Motion Pictures, said, "WE'RE considering a January 18 release and can make a proper announcement soon."

News has it that the said decision was taken during a closed-door meeting between Ekta, John Abraham, Sanjay Gupta, Ramesh Sippy and Tanuj Garg. Ramesh Sippy (Ekta's maternal uncle and in addition one in every of Balaji's Board of Directors) was instrumental in delaying the film's release. Reportedly, it was he who insisted that it might make no sense to release a large film like Shootout At Wadala every week after the Aamir Khan starrer Talaash.

The official announcement in regards to the same might be made soon.

John to launch Kaala Ghoda on Independence Day

The day of Fourth of July holds a really perfect significance within the Unites States because it marks its Independence Day. This can be a common trend to peer the largest of Hollywood blockbusters either release in this day or get launched in this day. Now John Abraham - producer of the mighty successful Vicky Donor - could also be taking a cue out of this significance of selecting a right day for a film's launch and he has picked up 15th August, India's Independence Day, to kick-start shooting of his much ambitious film Kaala Ghoda.

"Kaala Ghoda is a mild hearted tackle the prevalent corruption in India. When John and his team brainstormed at the film's launch, there have been many dates considered. However, John desired to make it extraordinary and felt that 15th August can be just apt as a result of significance that just today holds. It was unanimously agreed that the film's muhurat could be hung on this day", informs a source from John's production house.

Kaala Ghoda is a gloomy comedy where John plays a cop, it also features Kunal Roy Kapur (of Delhi Belly fame) as his peer and partner within the film. While corruption is an undercurrent theme within the film, director Aditya Bhattacharya (of Raakh fame) has decided to inform the story in a gentle hearted manner with an excellent dose of humour in order that the message is conveyed in an entertaining manner in place of being thrust down the audience throat.

"There are plans being prepare to make the 15th August launch really special since that might result in widespread media coverage and awareness building as well", the source continues, "Since John comes from a robust marketing and advertising background, he takes cue from many a lesson learnt in his earlier career stream. He understands that proper buzz building of a movie is of paramount importance and the best date, time and setting could make or break a movie".

One can well see that he's also taking a cue from Aamir Khan School of publicity for the reason that senior actor was known for carefully strategising the announcement and release of his films.

When contacted, John confirmed the scoop. He also added, "While Kunal is playing a corrupt cop, I'M playing a suave cop who involves his rescue. With a 15th August kick-start of the film's shoot, we're indeed taking a look at creating a statement."

Hope it's well heard too John.

Beti B is Aishwarya Rai’s top priority

Actress Aishwarya Rai isn't any doubt an overly focused mother. After the birth of Beti B, Aishwarya programs all her outings, whether it’s private or professional, across the little girl’s timings. As per a number one website Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya went out for a dinner at the occasion in their 5th wedding anniversary with good friends, but they came back home before Beti B’s next feed.

They select a restaurant that is as regards to their house simply to save driving time. Even if she went to Dubai for an endorsement contract a couple of weeks ago, she took Beti B along. Her interviews were held in a set next to her own, in order that she could keep a check at the newborn baby. Also, when she was hectic with an ad commercial currently, within the afternoon, the newborns sleep timings were strictly adhered to.

Though Aishwarya Rai has a sitter for Beti B, she loves to do everything herself.

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Vicky Donor overtakes Housefull 2 at Box Office

Bollywood film Vicky Donor has topped the Box Office chart within the initial week of its launch, while Housefull 2 and Hate Story graced 2nd and 3rd positions, respectively. All of the 3 films have done fare business on the collection centres across India. Vicky Donor, which launched on 20th April, earned an excellent opening. The film raked in Rs 7.85 crores on the at Box Office within the initial weekend. It continued to take care of its rock-steady statistics on weekdays and added Rs 4.75 to its total collection Rs 12.5 crs nett within the initial week.

Previous week’s launch Housefull 2 bogged down its face and made Rs 8.75 crs at Box Office within the 2nd weekend. The film added another Rs 4 crore nett to its huge total Rs 12.5 crs. With this, the flick has scored Rs Rs 106 cr nett by the tip of 2nd week. Whereas, another new launch Hate Story got an excellent response at single screens nationwide. It made Rs 6.60 crore nett on the Box Office within the initial weekend. It maintained its pace properly at ticket windows and add another Rs 3.4 crs to its total collection Rs 11 crore nett.

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Ranbir to romance Evelyn in YJHD

A lot have been said about Ranbir Kapoor and more so about his love life. Well, the actor who's shooting for Ayan Mukerji's next, Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani (YJHD), could be seen romancing newbie Evelyn Sharma within the film.

The film also stars Deepika Padukone, however Evelyn plays Ranbir's love interest within the initial a part of the movie. Evelyn is a German-Indian model-turned-actor who will make her foray into Bollywood opposite Prateik in director Manish Tiwari's film Issaq which releases this year.

YJHD produced by Dharma Productions also stars Kalki Koechlin and Aditya Roy Kapur.

Rajesh Khanna discharged from hospital

Veteran actor Rajesh Khanna have been hospitalized at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital after he started feeling uneasy earlier this week. Rajesh Khanna was unwell for some time now.

The actor's wife Dimple Kapadia have been by his side within the hospital with the intention that he gets the very best treatment.

We wish the legendary actor a speedy recovery

Tezz – Movie Review

Film: “Tezz”Starring: Anil Kapoor, Ajay Devgn, Zayed Khan, Sameera Reddy, Kangna Ranaut, Boman IraniDirector: PriyadarshanRating:

What do you do when a country, a culture and their purveyors wrong you irreparably? You plant a bomb in a speeding train and hold the establishment to ransom.

Taking a cue from Hollywood’s most watched bomb-maro-bomb rush-hour excursions into plunder-land “Tezz” springs forward a nicely-packaged expertly-cut he-dunnit. And that’s an overly different genre from the whodunit.

Here we all know Ajay Devgn is the closet terrorist. But since his fans won’t like it, Devgn is, with due respect to Mira Nair, a reluctant terrorist… how reluctant, we won’t reveal fully.

Devgn has a back story with screen wife Kangna Ranaut, who in line with her character’s British domicile, sports blonde hair. No, this isn't a joke.

Luckily, Priyadarshan’s plot has much more going for itself than its leading lady’s hair-to-stay problems. The director creates a taut cat-and-mouse game between ‘terrorist’ Devgn and cop Anil Kapoor who in true Hollywood style, is at the verge of retirement from service when duty beckons.

There are enough men on duty on either side of the law here to refill one part of Tihar jail. The narration allows elbow-room for a military of actors laden with anxious motivations and tense expressions to match, all hurling just like the speeding train towards an uncertain nemesis. Luckily, the plot finds itself a powerful finale. And we will go home feeling all isn't lost for the slick action genre in Bollywood.

There is hope.

There are some jaw-dropping action sequences here. A few of them, like Devgn and Kapoor’s fist-to-fist within the grand finale and the quest for Devgn in a hospital’s car park, are so expertly executed they make you forget how far Bollywood lags behind within the action genre from its firangi counterpart. But alternatively one of the vital stunts just like the one where passengers from the bomb-threatened train climb right into a safe train, are done clumsily enough to bring us down with a thud.

Curiously, Zayed Khan and Sameera Reddy who play Devgn’s accomplices within the terror crime are given one extended heart-in-the-mouth chase sequence each. They show remarkable agility of their given space. Ditto the film’s technicians. Thiru S. Appan’s camera looks at London with keen anticipation.

Aditya Dhar doesn’t get a hold of one memorable dialogue except, “Teri Maa Ki…” when Devgn while negotiating his ransom money with train executive Boman Irani drops his cellphone.

“He’s Indian, not Pakistani,” Boman confidently informs cop Anil Kapoor with a straight face.

The absurdities don’t swamp ‘Tezz’. True its title, the story of a bomb and a Boman looking to diffuse the crisis, whizzes by at breakneck speed.

Priyadarshan’s tackles what’s a brand new genre for him, with pleasure and aplomb. Ajay Devgn, Anil Kapoor, Boman Irani, Sameera Reddy and Zayed Khan furnish a flavour of slickness to a narrative that holds your attention till the end.

Not quite edge-of-the-seat, the thrills in Tezz are engaging enough to maintain us watching. – IANS

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Rajesh Khanna discharged from hospital

Veteran actor Rajesh Khanna, who was hospitalized at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital after he started feeling uneasy earlier this week, has now been discharged. Rajesh Khanna have been unwell for some time now.

The actor's wife Dimple Kapadia was by his side within the hospital to ensure that he got the very best treatment.

We wish the legendary actor a speedy recovery

Zohra Sehgal turns 100

Veteran actress Zohra Sehgal has achieved a monumental landmark today, which not many may also dream of. The legendary actress turns 100 years old or should we are saying 100 years young today.

Zohra started her career as a dancer long ago in 1935 and because then has gone directly to star in lots of films. She was last seen on-screen within the year 2007 in films like Saawariya and Cheeni Kum.

Various B-town folks poured of their wishes for the grand old lady on Twitter. Anupam Kher tweeted, "Zohra Sehgal the legendary actress turns 100 today. She is the emblem of Indian Cinema completing 100yrs. Happy Birthday GRAND LADY.:)" Dia Mirza tweeted, "100th Birthday of the Grand Lady of Indian theatre and cinema Zohra Sehgal! What a journey!!! And what a girl! #Salute #HappyBirthdayZohraji" Tusshar too added, "Happy 100th birthday to Zohra Sehgal, many more to come back"!

We at Bollywood Hungama too wish the legendary Zohra Sehgal an excessively happy 100th birthday.

Richa Chadda injured while shooting Tamanchey

After the film Tamanchey's lead actor Nikhil Dwivedi, the film's actress Richa Chadda also suffered an injury while shooting for the film. The actress was advised bed rest for a month causing a delay within the film's shoot schedule.

The Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! actress, recently met with an accident while shooting a stunt scene for her upcoming film Tamanchey.

Richa was shooting a chase scene when she suddenly slipped and injured her knee. She is going to be undergoing a knee surgery tomorrow and is currently recuperating at her home in Delhi.

The makers of Tamanchey are utilizing this time to edit portions of the film they've already shot.

Nari Hira appoints Ram Kamal as editor of Stardust

Ram Kamal Mukherjee, who was working because the Vp and Chief Media Strategist with Pritish Nandy Communications (PNC), since past four years has resigned from his position. He has now been appointed because the Editor of Stardust - India's widely read film magazine from Mumbai.

Stardust magazine, published by Mumbai-based Magna Publishing Co. Ltd., was started by Nari Hira in 1971 and have become popular under the editorship of Shobhaa De. Earlier Ram Kamal worked in Mumbai Mirror (Times of India group) as Assistant Editor, later contributed for Midday, Sunday Midday and Ananda Bazar Patrika. His column Ram Katha, in Mumbai Mirror was a well-liked segment associated with Bollywood. He started his career as a film-journalist with The Asian Age in Kolkata. He has also written a coffee table book on Hema Malini - Diva Unveiled. This book fetched him fame and recognition.

Ranbir to romance Evelyn in YJHD

A lot have been said about Ranbir Kapoor and more so about his love life. Well, the actor who's shooting for Ayan Mukerji's next, Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani (YJHD), could be seen romancing newbie Evelyn Sharma within the film.

The film also stars Deepika Padukone, however Evelyn plays Ranbir's love interest within the initial a part of the movie. Evelyn is a German-Indian model-turned-actor who will make her foray into Bollywood opposite Prateik in director Manish Tiwari's film Issaq which releases this year.

YJHD produced by Dharma Productions also stars Kalki Koechlin and Aditya Roy Kapur.

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Tiger Shroff to debut in Reema Kagtis next

Speculation was rife about who could be launching Jackie Shroff's son Tiger in Bollywood. From names like Subhash Ghai, Mahesh Bhatt and Aamir Khan it's finally learnt that Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani have cast Tiger in Excel Entertainment's film to be directed by Reema Kagti.

If remembered, Tiger was initially presupposed to be launched by Subhash Ghai within the remake of the Jackie starrer 1983 blockbuster Hero. However, the project didn't figure out.

Excel's yet untitled film that's said to be an action oriented love story can be scripted by Zoya Akhtar and Reema and can go on floors by end of 2012 or early next year.

Madhuri signs Anubhav Sinhas Gulab Gang

Madhuri Dixit, who was recently within the news for signing on for the sequel to Ishqiya, has since signed another film titled Gulab Gang. Conceptualized by Soumik Sen and Anubhav Sinha the film have been within the offing for a while.

As for the tale of the film, Gulab Gang is ready a gang of ladies fighting social injustice within the heartland of India where Madhuri plays the crowd leader. The film can even mark the directorial debut of Sen. Gulab Gang, that is said to be inspired by real life situation could be released on March 8, International Women's Day next year.

The film's shoot starts by the tip of the year. Excluding Madhuri the makers also are taking a look at casting Mahie Gill and Shilpa Shukla to finish the crowd of girls within the film. Gulab Gang could be made under Anubhav Sinha's banner Benaras Media Works.

Jaipur court summons SRK for smoking in public

Shah Rukh Khan's smoking habit has landed him in trouble over again after a neighborhood court in Jaipur summoned the actor for a hearing on May 26 for smoking in public throughout the IPL match between KKR and Rajasthan Royals team in Jaipur on April 8.

The court issued the summon following a complaint by Anand Singh Rathore, director of a cricket academy in Jaipur. SRK should appear before the court on May 26 and if he fails to, the court may summon him through a bailable arrest warrant.

Public smoking is banned under various sections of Rajasthan Prohibition of Smoking and Non-Smokers' Health Protection Act, 2000 and despite this Khan was openly smoking throughout the match.

Paoli Dam in Vikram Bhatts Love Games

After the film a few woman who becomes a hooker to get despite the person who wronged her, here's a much bigger shocker. Producer-director Vikram Bhatt is prepared to make a movie at the taboo subject of wife-swapping with the bold-and-the-uninhibited Paoli Dam within the lead.

Vikram who was researching at the subject has some startling statistics on spouse-swapping.

Says Bhatt, "Why do you assert wife-swapping is taboo? You would be surprised to understand what number of urban couples delight in it. It's prevalent, almost rampant within the big cities. Go on the web. There are websites dedicated to wife-swapping. That is what we've come to. I NEED to explore the psychology of wife-swapping. How does a person tell his wife to move and sleep together with his friend and the way does the wife give consent to her husband's sexual tryst with another woman? More importantly, how do the husband and wife take a look at one another within the eye the morning after? These are questions that haunt me."

Refraining from commenting on Abbas-Mustan's film Ajnabee on wife-swapping, Vikram says he enjoyed Rajat Kapoor's Mixed Doubles. "That was a gentle tackle wife-swapping. Mine can be way more dark and probing."

Vikram says he has chosen Paoli within the wife-swapping tale on account of her loss of self-consciousness before the camera. "Paoli has the courage to head beyond her body on camera. That's where I NEED to compliment my film Love Games."

When asked about her sexually-charged roles and the way it might impact her image and career in Bollywood, Paoli Dam shrugged, "Love Games is another bold film, I agree. Vikram and that i are engaged on my character. Rest assured I won't be doing what I'm expected to. My character won't resemble what I played in Hate Story."

Refuting reports that her family and her boyfriend in Kolkata are exceedingly upset together with her bare-dare act, Paoli says, "TO BEGIN WITH I'M single. So far as my parents are concerned, they do not react. Apparently, all of the Dam family is rather cool with the daughter of the family carving a curvaceously unorthodox career route for herself.

As for wife-swapping, Vikram says it goes back to our mythology. That does not mean he's creating a mythological film on sharing greater than only a hello together with your friend's wife.

13th IIFA Awards to be held in Singapore

On Tuesday, Anil Kapoor and Bipasha Basu enthralled the audiences in Singapore, wherein they announced that the 13th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend and Awards can be held within the Lion City from 7th - 9th June 2012.

At the event, Anil Kapoor said, "With the promise of bringing the most productive and the most important of events to its viewers in a fashion that's unique and entertaining, the IIFA Weekend and Awards have today become an iconic platform that the arena respects."

Speaking about this year's IIFA being held in Singapore, he said, "I'M related to IIFA for many years now. The attempt is to make the awards the most efficient once a year. Being here it becomes easier to carry the awards because the government is supportive and systematic."

Bipasha Basu also added, "IIFA is essentially the most respected cinema Awards and something I GLANCE forward to each year. It is a great opportunity for me to be here in Singapore personally to symbolize Indian Cinema on this type of global platform. I'm sure that this year's IIFA can be a gorgeous success."

Sunny Leone to endorse Chaze Mobiles

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Esha Deol to have monsoon wedding

Esha Deol, who surprised all and sundry by getting engaged to businessman Bharat Takhtani on February 12 this year, is now busy planning her monsoon wedding. The couple has not yet set the marriage date, but they are going to be tying the knot within the following few months.

Their wedding could be a grand affair wherein she's going to be inviting all her industry friends unlike their low profile engagement ceremony, where Jaya Bachchan was the one Bollywood personality present. Greater than the wedding, Esha could be very eager about the sangeet ceremony as her friends and family could be dancing together on the event.

Not just her wedding but even her work is keeping her busy, as Esha is operating on some scripts and projects she desires to produce. She has not yet decided whether she would wish to pursue acting after her marriage.

Priyadarshan versus Tezz producer

Priyadarshan who had all but lost his battle to get the Mallika Sherawat number out of his new film Tezz, won a partial victory on the last minute.

Or so he thought.

The producers apparently agreed to take away Sherawat's item number from all prints in Delhi and Mumbai.

Says a source just about Priyadarshan, "Priyan was very sure he wanted the song removed at any cost. However the producers pleaded that the prints had already gone overseas and to the non-metropolitan centres. Priyan and Ratan Jain finally came to a compromise. The producer agreed to edit Mallika's number out of all prints within the metropolitan cities. However, finally Jain said he could only keep his word in Mumbai and Delhi."

Said a detailed friend of the director, "Priyan was requested to let the song be in non-metropolitan centers. He said the audiences will love Mallika's gyrations in Bihar, UP and likeminded centers. Though Priyan disagreed with the logistics dividing audiences in metropolitan and non-metropolitan groups, he relented because Ratan Jain spent 1 crores 35 lakh rupees at the song. However, expensive it can be the song needed to exit of Delhi and Mumbai."

Or so Priyadarshan believed until Thursday afternoon, hours before the film's release.

When this writer contacted Ratan Jain, he said, "No the song is included everywhere (including Delhi and Mumbai)."

When one touched base with Priyan again, he was livid, "What am i able to say? I GET to grasp they don't seem to be removing the song only now. I DO NOT need to say anything negative when the film is hours clear of release."

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Sunny Leone signs her first endorsement deal in India

After signing her first Indian movie “Jism 2″, Indo-Canadian porn star Sunny Leone has also bagged an endorsement deal. She was named brand ambassador of cellular company Chaze.

She will endorse a slew of Chaze’s mobile handsets. As a part of her association, Sunny recently completed her first television commercial for the brand, and shot for it in Bangkok.

“I am really impressed by their ideology of bringing out mobile technology for the loads and personally feel connected with their vision,” said the 30-year-old.

The Punjabi-origin actress, whose real name is Karen Malhotra, became popular in India after her stint at the fifth season of reality show “Bigg Boss”. In the course of the show, filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt offered her “Jism 2″, and he or she accepted it.

The movie, a sequel to 2003 film “Jism”, is being directed by Pooja Bhatt. It also features Randeep Hooda and Arunoday Singh.

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Zohra Sehgal: Indian entertainment’s ‘laadli’ turns 100

She was born a year before Indian cinema. Film, theatre and television personality Zohra Sehgal, who turns 100 Friday, has grown to be as colourful and entertaining because the industry itself.

Her zest for life, wit and charm, that have continued to inspire generations, remain unmatched, say entertainment industry veterans.

“She is essentially the most incredible woman I'VE ever met and one of the most finest actresses I'VE ever seen,” filmmaker R. Balki, who roped her in to play Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘bindaas’ mom in his 2007 film “Cheeni Kum”, told IANS.

“During the shooting of ‘Cheeni Kum’, we celebrated her birthday at the sets. She shot with us even in 42 degrees at Qutub Minar (in Delhi). She was lively and didn’t care in regards to the heat and went on dancing. She is awesome,” he added.

In 2008, she was named the ‘Laadli of the Century’ by the United Nations Population Fund (UNPF)-Laadli Media Awards. And she or he continues to prove how apt the title is for her!

The tireless performer resides in New Delhi along with her daughter, renowned Odissi danseuse Kiran Sehgal. In 1994, she was diagnosed with cancer, but she has fought this off too.

She will celebrate her 100th birthday at home with the daughter and some close friends from the artistic fraternity, said a member of her family.

“She is in fine health barring a couple of age-related complications, which aren't serious, Her spirit continues to be high, together with her enthusiastic, articulate persona,” the source told IANS.

As a youngster, Zohra was dance. Her tryst with showbiz began with dance when she joined Uday Shankar in 1935 and worked with him for a couple of years.

She went directly to teach dance in Almora later, and that’s where she met painter and dancer Kameshwar Sehgal and married him. She later took to dramatics with the Prithvi Theatre in 1945. She worked with them for 14 years, travelling to varied cities, or even joined the Indian People’s Theatre Association (IPTA).

From Prithviraj Kapoor to Raj Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor, she has worked with four generations of Bollywood’s famous Kapoor family – and she or he hasn’t let age dampen her spirit at all.

Zohra, considered a doyen of Indian theatre, has appeared in over 20 films. She is better remembered for her appearances in “Bhaji at the Beach” (1992), “Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam”, “Bend It Like Beckham” (2002), “Dil Se…” (1998) and “Cheeni Kum” (2007).

Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who directed her in two of his films — “Hum Dil…” and “Saawariya”, had once said: “To call her a livewire is an understatement.”

He couldn’t recall to mind a second name for a specific role in “Saawariya” instead of her.

“It needed to be Zohraji and nobody else. There has been one of those hesitation within me – in any case Zohraji is 94. But all our doubts were dispelled once she came at the sets,” Bhansali had said in the course of the shooting of “Saawariya”.

“Her enthusiasm gets to all of us,” he added.

She was perhaps one of the vital first Indians to have a taste of international entertainment. Within the mid-1960s, she featured in an adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s “The Rescue of Pluffles”, after which also anchored a couple of episodes of television series “Padosi”.

While she was in London, she featured in a movie called “The Courtesans of Bombay”, directed by James Ivory in 1982. There has been no in retrospect in international showbiz thereafter.

She went directly to feature in TV series like “The Jewel within the Crown”, “My Beautiful Launderette”, “Tandoori Nights” and “Never Say Die”.

Zohra came back to India within the 1990s. She was around 80 years old then. While many would have thought she would quit the entertainment world, she was not able to call it quits.

On the small screen, she featured in “Amma and Family”, and bagged roles in big banner movies.

When it involves awards, in 1998 she was honoured with the Padma Shri, one among India’s highest civilian honours, following which she received the Kalidas Samman in 2001, and the Sangeet Natak Akademi in 2004. In 2010, she was bestowed with the Padma Vibhushan.

Small parts or big, Zohra continues to spread smiles. – IANS

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Rajasthan court summons Shahrukh Khan for smoking in public

A court here Thursday issued summoned Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan to seem before it is going to 26 in reference to a complaint against him for publicly smoking on the Sawai Man Singh Stadium during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match, a lawyer said.

The Bollywood star had allegedly smoked while watching the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders April 8.

“Smoking publicly is banned in Rajasthan since 2000 under the Rajasthan Prevention of Smocking Act. However, Shah Rukh Khan was smoking publicly in front of thousands of spectators. The actor was broadcast live while smoking at the TV channel which was showing the match,” said lawyer Nem Singh Rathore who filed the complaint on behalf of Jaipur Cricket Academy director Anand Singh Rathore.

“The court of the extra chief judicial metropolitan magistrate today (Thursday) issued a summon to Shah Rukh Khan after taking cognizance of the complaint. The actor was directed to seem before the court May 26,” he said.

The lawyer said that spectators were being allowed into the stadium only after frisking.

“Police was confiscating any objectionable items including cigarettes while frisking. However, it sort of feels Shah Rukh was allowed to hold the cigarette packet into the stadium that is negligence on a part of police also,” the complainant said.

Shah Rukh is the co-owner of the Kolkata side. – IANS

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Subhash Ghai files plea to study rent order

Bollywood's Showman Subhash Ghai, who have been facing rough weather as a result of land dispute of his acting school 'Whistling Woods', has now filed a review petition before the Bombay High Court against the order that has directed him to pay Rs 79 crore as rent to Film City Studio. The studio had issued a notice to 'Whistling Woods' to repay the rent but no deadline was decided upon so far.

Film City has taken back its 14.5 acre land from Ghai and is now considering renting out the said land for shooting purposes. The Bombay High Court had asked Ghai's school to go back the 14.5 acre land in no time and the rest in 2014, after the school's current batch passes out. Shyam Tagade (Film City Studio's Managing Director) said that Ghai has still not replied to the attention on rent, though they have got not set any deadline on it. He also added that as per the court order, Ghai must pay additional 6% interest if there may be any delay. Meanwhile, the studio has submit a boundary wall at the land that have been returned by Whistling Woods and the doorway of the similar has now been shifted to the east side of the college. On his part, Subhash Ghai said that while Shyam Tagade is doing his job, they (Whistling Woods) are doing theirs and they shall knock at the court's door repeatedly for seeking justice since they don't seem to be at fault. He strongly added that Whistling Woods is an international institute made by public money for public interest with full dedication and honesty.

Meanwhile, a committee of industry experts was invited by the Film Studio to evaluate the building. Rumors are abuzz that if the price of construction and other investments and expenditure made by the varsity is greater than the rent demanded, the federal government may be paying the adaptation to Ghai's school.

Shahid injured while training

Shahid Kapoor, who has top-of-the-line bodies in B-Town, recently injured him self while understanding. The actor sustained four injuries while training.

"4 injuries while training this week lil finger ankle wrist n bak ... But no excuses ... Learn how to dance within the rain," tweeted Shahid.

Shahid is currently gearing up for his next release, Kunal Kohli's Teri Meri Kahaani wherein he'll be seen romancing Priyanka Chopra.

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Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt admits he has crush on Karisma Kapoor

Film maker Vikram Bhatt, who's able to launch his forthcoming movie Karisma Kapoor starrer “Dangerous Ishhq”, says he developed a faculty boy crush at the actress after viewing initial half the movie.

“Saw the primary half ‘Dangerous Ishhq’ yesterday and feature a confession to make… think I’ve a college boy crush on Karisma Kapoor!!,” Bhatt shared on Twitter.Karisma, 37, is making her B-town comeback after six yrs with the 3D project.

Karisma has films like ‘Raja Hindustani’, ‘Biwi No.1′, ‘Jeet’, and ‘Coolie No.1′ to her credit.  The impending film of Vikram is his most ambitious 3D project. Even Karisma is calling forward to this movie as she was clear of the massive screen from past 6 yrs as a result of motherhood.

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Aishwarya won’t make her comeback with RGV’s Sarkar 3

The speculation were doing the rounds that Aishwarya Rai might make her comeback at the side of Ram Gopal Varma’s Sarkar 3. But, it has once more frustrated us after RGV revealed that the film won’t feature Aishwarya. Ram Gopal Varma tweeted, “Sarkar 3 is being designed..Amitji nd Abhishek wil feature in it but contrary 2 reports Aishwarya won’t be..script remains to be under development.”

Well, this isn’t the primary occasion that Aishwarya was related to a film ever since her delivery. Even earlier, the scoop was rife that Aishwarya might make her get back along side John Abraham or Shahrukh Khan. But, reports indicate that the actress has not even signed this type of movie.

Aishwarya delivered her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan on November 16, 2011. Since then, Aishwarya has taken a backseat from her work and got totally indulged within the motherhood stage. Now that it's been revealed that Aishwarya isn’t part of Sarkar 3.

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Live Chat Rajat Kapoor on Apr 26 at 1615 hrs IST

He is among the most versatile and talented people in our industry with a unusual sense of humour. He's not only a good actor but additionally a widely known director. Yes we're indeed talking about Rajat Kapoor.

Rajat, who has impressed us together with his acting in films like Bheja Fry, Corporate, and Phas Gaye Re Obama and has also directed films like Mithya and Mixed Doubles is back along with his latest directorial venture Fatso. Bollywood Hungama brings you an opportunity to have a live video chat with Rajat Kapoor on Thursday, April 26, at 1615 hrs IST. Don't miss!

Soni Razdans next on Nanavati murder case

With films drawing inspiration from real life situations and circumstances, we hear that Soni Razdan will soon be making her next film that is in keeping with the Nanavati murder case. Soni whose earlier attempt at direction with Pakistani actress Meera, Ashmit Patel and Koel Purie, titled Nazar, didn't make an impact, will again be holding the directorial reins.

The film in question may be produced by Pooja Bhatt's Fisheye Network and Dino Morea's Clockwork Films. As for the story, the murder case falls within the category of killing for love, when in 1959 KM Nanavati, was tried for the murder of Prem Ahuja, his wife's lover. Currently, within the means of scripting, it's learnt that the casting for the film is scheduled to start out soon. The tale is being penned by Mahesh Bhatt, Selina Sheth and Soni Razdan.

Tusshar Kapoor injured on sets of SAW

Tusshar Kapoor injured his foot while shooting for an action scene for his upcoming film Shootout At Wadala.

Tusshar was shooting for a posh action scene with co-star Sonu Sood in Belapur. The scene was a chase sequence where Sonu and his gang are chasing Tusshar, who was in a jeep. A truck bangs into Tusshar's jeep and he needed to be flung out. But while doing so Tusshar's foot got caught.

After the scene was okayed, Tusshar was immediately rushed to a hospital in Belapur and was told that he had a fracture and needed four weeks of bed rest. Not too confident with the report, he returned to Mumbai and took another X-ray under the supervision of his family doctor, which revealed he had no fracture. He shall resume shooting today.

Incidentally, Tusshar had also injured himself at the sets of Shootout At Lokhandwala.

Sushant Singh Rajput to star in Kai Po Che

The makers of the film adaptation of Chetan Bhagat's best-selling novel was secretive in regards to the cast in their film nevertheless it now seems that the cat is out of the bag.

The film titled Kai Po Che may be starring TV actors Sushant Singh Rajput and Amit Sadh in 2 of the three main roles. Sushant, who debuts at the big screen with this film, might be playing the role of Ishaan - a cricketer. Sushant is healthier known for his role in 'Pavitra Rishta' and likewise featured within the dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhla Jaa' where he won over everyone's hearts. Amit Sadh has also been seen in fact shows like 'Bigg Boss' and 'Nach Baliye' where he danced along with his then girlfriend Neeru Bajwa.

Details of the opposite cast are yet to be ascertained. The film directed by Abhishek Kapoor is currently being shot in Gujarat.

Himesh to establish music schools

Music isn't a profession, it is a passion and taking his passion to the following level is singer- actor Himesh Reshammiya who's ready to open state- of- the- art music schools around the country. Apparently, so influenced is the musician by his trade that as a token of gratitude, Reshammiya is planning to construct a sequence of institutes with the primary being arrange in his home state, Gujarat.

The music schools being planned by Himesh are set to be developed on a grand scale with noted musicians being invited in to be the visiting faculty. The colleges with the intention to be spread around the country may be taking a look at Ahmedabad, Surat, and Baroda as major centers.

John and Priya to tie the knot this year

John Abraham, who's currently dating investment banker Priya Runchal, is prepared to marry her this year.

John met Priya through a standard friend, in April last year and there has been an instant connection between them. Two months later, John knew that Priya is the 'one' for him.

Their parents have already given their blessings to the beautiful couple. Priya and John are yet to make your mind up their wedding date however the actor stated that their wedding can be an intimate affair as they'll be going for a registered marriage.

UN Secretary General to fulfill Bollywood stars

India is fast becoming the recent spot with the who's who from around the globe visiting the rustic. The newest is the UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon who's on a four day out to India. But what's interesting to understand is that Ban who's all the way down to discuss the geopolitical situation and other development issues with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in Delhi, will head to Mumbai later.

Apparently, in Mumbai Ban is scheduled to fulfill key business leaders committed to the improvement of medical conditions for girls and youngsters. Interestingly, Ban's discussions at the issues in regards to the empowerment of the woman child, that's being hosted by Neeta Ambani, who's closely related to the cause may also have Bollywood A listers attending the do.

Among the invitees from Bollywood are Aamir Khan and wife Kiran Rao, Shabana Azmi, with husband Javed Akhtar, Yash Chopra, Vidya Balan, Zoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, Ronnie Screwvala and Zarina Mehta.

David Dhawan injured undergoes surgery

Director David Dhawan who was recently attending a convocation ceremony of an acting school on Tuesday sustained an injury to his shoulder when he slipped. Apparently, Dhawan was going towards the bathroom, when not realizing that there has been a stair, he slipped and fell down. To start with it was considered only a shoulder dislocation as he came back and sat within the audiences without much complaint. It was only later at night that it was discovered that it was a fancy fracture.

Following this Dhawan was admitted to a hospital and was operated upon. He's doing better now confirms a source.

Live Chat Gul Panag on Apr 26 at 1530 hrs IST

What would you call someone who's witty, vivacious, brainy, ravishing, gorgeous and talented? Well, the only lady who epitomizes these kinds of qualities and more is Gul Panag. Gul has over and over impressed us together with her act in films like Dor, Manorama Six Feet Under, Rann and Turning 30.

Gul is now prepared to storm the silver screen with one more dazzler of a performance within the upcoming flick Fatso. Gul Panag will join you all on Thursday, April 26, at 1530 hrs IST on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Video Chat to speak about her upcoming film. Don't miss!

Big B speaks concerning the Bofors scam

His name though legendary within the annals of Indian cinema was dragged into the Bofors scam that happened almost 25 years back during his tryst as a political candidate. However, Amitabh Bachchan has since been vindicated from all of the fracas following a clean chit from former Swedish police Chief Sten Lindstrom.

Commenting on his exoneration, Bachchan stated on his blog, "I speak from personal experience and private exoneration. 25 years after the incident, I read today from one who pioneered accusation and investigation, of innocence. Of the fault that never lay before me. Of 1 that remained and shall perhaps remain a darkened spot, blemished beyond all recognition, but in admittance of wrong doing against me". Adding later, "NO PERSON will be in a position to understand and even remotely fathom, the hours and days and months and years of the anguish of petulant blame that I needed to undergo... They won momentarily. But lost ultimately. Lost position and strength and gear yes, but importantly their conscience. And today that counts essentially the most"!

With regards to how he and his family were suffering from all of the scenario that developed Bachchan says, "My family and that i are happy to notice the statement made by Former Swedish Police Head investigating the Bofors - India Gun deal. Mr. Lindstorm has stated that we were innocent and that there has been never ever any evidence to suggest our involvement. The interview indicates that it took Mr. Lindstorm 25 future years out with the reality. For us as a family that has borne the humiliation and insults for the past 25 years, this comes as a vindication of our stand. What was most annoying for me was the pain of insinuation that my ageing parents needed to bear during their lifetime. What has also been most alarming have been the statement given by the Police Head that my name was "planted" deliberately when he had indeed, already through his investigation, not found us guilty. When the accusations were made my family and that i moved the London courts and proved our innocence. We won our case and were delighted that the reality had eventually been justified. But, for the previous Police Head to haven't stated then what he always knew, is most surprising. The abuse, humiliation and the castigation that our family bore for 25 years has now been vindicated, finally."

The Bofors scandal that had rocked the Indian political scene, involved bribing and illegal payoffs within the late 1980s with accusations made against the late Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi in addition to Bachchan, who was then a Congress MP, for alleged involvement within the illegal deals.

‘Vicky Donor’ earns Rs 13 crore within the opening weekend

“Vicky Donor” goes places. After receiving rave reviews from the critics in addition to the audiences, it has earned Rs.13.40 crore within the opening weekend. Director Shoojit Sircar is on cloud nine and says the film’s success proves that the moviegoers have matured over the years.

“Vicky Donor” is a light-hearted tackle the taboo attached to infertility, sperm donation and synthetic insemination.

“I am pleased with the type of response ‘Vicky Donor’ has got. While writing the script, me and my writers thought we will be able to get a favorable response from young boys and girls, but with the film becoming so popular a number of the masses, it feels great,” Sircar told IANS.

“I never thought my film gets a U/A certificate from censors. It came as a shock for me. The success of the film is the largest example of audience getting mature. I ACTUALLY feel that the audiences are very clever and so they know what they would like to see,” he added.

Co-produced by Eros International and JA Entertainment, the film was released Friday over 600 screens worldwide. The film, which was made with two newcomers – Ayushmann Khurrana and Yami Gautam – in conjunction with seasoned actor Annu Kapoor, has grossed over Rs.11.40 crore in India and Rs.2 crore overseas.

“We are more than happy with the audience in addition to critics’ reactions to ‘Vicky Donor’. Sunday’s collections showed a 91 percent hop over Friday figures,” Nandu Ahuja, senior vice president, distribution, India, Eros International Media Ltd said in a statement.

“The film created a good buzz right from the launch of its trailer and has delivered on audience expectations. With its unusual subject, characters and dialogues, we hope for repeat viewings and a promising run on the box office,” he added.

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh says “Vicky Donor” success proves that content is king.

“The success of “Vicky Donor” is the triumph of its story. The script of the film is the true hero. Every character, be it Ayushmann or Kamlesh Gill or Yami, has fitted so beautifully within the film. I give full marks to the script. With a taboo topic, new actors, a small budget, the type of business the film has done is commendable,” Adarsh told IANS.

“Films starring newcomers or lesser known actors don’t discover a theatrical outlet within the international arena. The success of ‘Vicky Donor’ must also encourage distributors to head beyond the bounds of India and explore newer horizons,” he added. – IANS

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