ABCD 2 an ode to Indian dancers: Varun Dhawan ..

Varun Dhawan, who has started shooting for Remo D'Souza's "ABCD 2", says the film is dedicated to dancers across the country.

The youngster who flaunted his dancing skills in movies like "Student of the Year" and "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania", is ready to wow his fans again.

"Since I was a little boy I've had a passion for dancing. Today (Sunday) I start#abcd2 as an ode to dancers across India (sic)," he tweeted Sunday.

For "ABCD 2", he has teamed up with Shraddha Kapoor, who had earlier called him a "fantastic dancer" and that she was nervous to match dance steps with him.

"ABCD 2" is a sequel to 2013 dance film "ABCD: Anybody Can Dance".

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Divya Khosla Kumar Receives Rajiv Gandhi Award for Yaariyan

Actress turned director Divya Khosla Kumar has received the Rajiv Gandhi Award for Excellence for her 2014 movie Yaariyan.

"It's a great honour and definitely my journey and growth as a creative person doesn't stop here. I am proud to be a woman and making my foray in a field absolutely dominated by men. Cheers to Indian women managing their families," Divya told IANS.

Divya could not be in Delhi on Friday to receive the honour. Her parents received it on her behalf.

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Priyanka Chopra turns director

 Bollywood beauty Priyanka Chopra, who is all set to make her debut as a producer with 'Madamji', recently turned director on a television show 'India's Best Cinestars Ki Khoj'. PeeCee was on the reality show to promote the upcoming biopic 'Mary Kom'. She reportedly asked the contestants to enact scenes that would be directed by her.

According to reports, Priyanka chose three contestants and gave them a situation to enact a sequence. The situation given to them by Piggy Chops was - Boxer Mary Kom being denied an award because she belongs to the North eastern part of the country. All the three contestants reportedly put in a lot of effort and came up with some innovative ideas.

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The former beauty queen had a gala time on the show and also gave a few boxing tips to the young contestants.

'India's Best Cinestars Ki Khoj' is a talent show for aspiring actors. It airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9pm on Zee TV.

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'Do not disturb', only couples in Bigg Boss 8?

New Delhi: Each season of the super reality show 'Bigg Boss' manages to bring in a surprise element for its viewers. Be it the inclusion of controversial figures such as Sunny Leone and Monica Bedi or divorced couple Raja Chaudhary and Shweta Tiwari, the last seven seasons of the show have so far seen an interesting mix of contestants and new concepts.

This season, the makers are planning to come up with something that many would have not even thought about. If reports are anything to go by, then the upcoming season of 'Bigg Boss' will feature only couples and will be all about love. It is being reported that there will also be a gay couple on the show.

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Madhuri Dixit Nene roped in as brand ambassador for edible oil brand

Ruchi Soya Industries Limited has signed Madhuri Dixit Nene as the brand ambassador for its brand Mahakosh...

Ruchi Soya Industries Limited, one of India’s leading FMCG companies and the largest manufacturer of edible oils in India, has signed Madhuri Dixit Nene as the brand ambassador for its brand Mahakosh.
Ruchi Soya also announced that it would shortly be unveiling a mass media campaign featuring the actor, for Mahakosh refined Soyabean oil.
In Pics: Parineeti Chopra shakes a leg with Madhuri Dixit

Talking about her association, Dixit-Nene said, “Mahakosh has tremendous goodwill across the country and the brand has ambitious plans for the future. I am extremely excited to partner with it. Edible oil is the most essential part in cooking and I am glad to be endorsing one that I believe is healthy, nutritious and cholesterol free.

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Damsel is Back: Aish all set to make a comeback?

We all know that Sanjay Gupta has castAishwaryaRaiBachchan in his action suspense thriller Jazbaa.

We have now exclusively learnt that the extremely talented Irrfan will be playing the lead with her in the film.
Also, we can tell you that Ashwarya will be playing a lawyer in the film and Irrfan, a suspended cop, who has problems with authority and in being disciplined, time that Aishwarya will be playing a lawyer and you would have to agree that it's Sanjay Gupta's Jazbaa that has brought these two great actors together in a film, reports Times of India.

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Sonali Cable launched its first song 'Ganu Rocks'

The makers of Sonali Cable launched their first song called 'Ganu Rocks' on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi, to coincide it with the festival and welcome the Lord Ganesha, with their new foot-tapping number. The song is sung by Vishal Dadlani, featuring on Rhea Chakraborty, Ali Fazal and Raghav Juyal.

Sonali Cable, starring Rhea Chakraborty, Ali Fazal, Anupam Kher, Raghav Juyal, Swanand Kirkire and Smita Jaykar, written and directed by Charudutt Acharya, produced by Ramesh Sippy, Rohan Sippy, Roopa de Choudhury and Kamia Mulhotra under the banner of Ramesh Sippy Entertainment in association with BombayMania Production Pvt. Ltd. and is a PVR Pictures release.
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The other credits on the film includes Cinematographer - Sudheer Palsane, Music - Mike Mcleary, Ankit Tiwari, Falak. Background score - Danny-John, Choreographer- Swarup and Himanshu, Editor - Arif Sheikh,Action Director - Amar Shetty, Production Designer - Saini Johray. The movie is slated to release on 10th October.

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Will always listen to my wife: Yo Yo Honey Singh

Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh, who is always spotted with a string of girls, is a committed man. He not only introduced his wife Shalini recently but also went on praising and appreciating the love of his life.

Honey Singh was reportedly stressed before the launch of the music reality show Raw Star and got extremely emotional and nervous on the sets, it was then, that his wife Shalini came to his rescue and calmed him down.

A leading publication quoted a source as saying, "Just a day before the launch of his music reality show on TV, Honey was so nervous that he refused to shoot till the time his better half didn't come on the sets. Finally, Shalini came and took him back to the studio, post which the shoot was resumed after four hours."

Not a lot of his fans know that Honey Singh got married before starring in such mega projects of Bollywood. The latest episode of India's Rawstar witnessed a different and a romantic side to the rapper. Yes, he introduced his wife to the audience.

The rapper confessed, "She is my friend and I will always listen to her no matter what because today I have realised that she is very important and always right about everything.

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Rani Mukerji and Abhishek Bachchan in Bunty Aur Babli.

Bunty Aur Babli had its moments but the biggest draw of the film was Aishwarya Rai's Kajra re item number, a huge, huge hit. The song also featured Amitabh and Abhishek Bachchan.

A hit film, it also saw a good performance by Rani Mukerji.
Box office collections: Rs 35 crore

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Alia Bhatt Prefers Karan Johar Over Dad For Advice

Young and vivacious Alia Bhatt prefers to consult Karan Johar, the director of her debut film Student Of The Year, rather than her father, filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, when she needs advice.

At a recent appearance on a TV show, the 21-year-old confessed that she shares her concerns about career, life and love with KJo, a source revealed.

"I prefer calling Karan (Johar) over my father for advice on my films. I even go to him for relationship advice as my father thinks no man will ever be good enough for me," Alia said. She also spoke about her fear of plants, as well as her reported link-ups with actors Arjun Kapoor and Varun Dhawan. "Two good looking people are bound to get attracted to each other, who knows I may or may not have taken it forward," she said.

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan pairs up with Irrfan?

New Delhi: One of the most beautiful woman, the world has ever seen—Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, will be soon seen making a comeback of sorts on the big screen. The lady, who rules millions of hearts across the world is not loved by all for nothing. Now, the latest buzz around her is that Sanjay Gupta film 'Jazbaa', in which she will be seen after a long hiatus, has roped in another stellar performer opposite her.

The 40-year-old actress, according to a leading daily, will be for the first time paired opposite the very talented Irrfan. Yes, that's quite a pairing, we must say. Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta had earlier confirmed that he is working on a project with Ash, but that power-performer Irrfan is also in it, has been revealed just now.

The storyline and Ash's role in the film has been kept under wraps by the makers, however revealing only the bit that the stunner actress will be seen doing some super action scenes in the film.With Irrfan joining 'Jazbaa', we are already getting anxiety pangs over how the two talented actors will look on screen.

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Poonam Pandey’s Facebook account deactivated post ALS Ice Bucket Challenge?

'Nasha' actress Poonam Pandey's Facebook account was deactivated post her ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
It seems social networking site Facebook did not appreciate model-turned actress Poonam Pandey’s Ice Bucket Challenge. ‘Nasha’ actress Poonam Pandey’s Facebook account was deactivated post her ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

The actress, who is very active on social-networking websites, took to Twitter to express her sadness over deactivation of her Facebook account that had over 2 million followers
Poonam had posted her on-going ALS Ice Bucket Challenge video on Facebook, Twitter and other social networking websites. She opted for a bikini while taking the challenge.

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Arjun Kapoor's song in Tevar an ode to Salman Khan?

Salman Khan, Arjun Kapoor

Actor Arjun Kapoor has reportedly sung a song in his next - produced by uncle Sanjay Kapoor - Tevar, and going by the lyrics of the song it's an ode to his mentor Salman Khan.

According to a leading daily, in Tevar, Arjun plays Pintoo, a small-town guy who's the biggest fan of Salman Khan. The story is reportedly based in Agra. And the need to create a situational song led the team - Sanjay, Arjun, director Amit Sharma, lyricist Kausar Munir and Sajid-Wajid - to create the song as it is now.

The song's lyrics, too - Main toh Superman Salman ka fan, according to the report - give away the sentiment. The song apparently not only establishes Pintoo as Salman's biggest fan but also his relationship with those around him.

Stepping back to look at the bigger picture, the sentiment behind the song is understandable considering it was Salman who pushed an overweight Arjun to get fit.

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Alia Bhatt prefers mentor Karan Johar over dad for advice

Young and vivacious Alia Bhatt prefers to consult Karan Johar, the director of her debut film "Student Of The Year", rather than her father and filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, when she needs advice.

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Priyanka Chopra: Never Thought I'll Play an Athlete

She's played glamorous roles and a girl-next-door in several of her past films. But Priyanka Chopra, who features as boxing champion MC Mary Kom in a biopic, says playing an athlete in a film was almost unthinkable for her.

Mary Kom has thus, taught her a valuable lesson.

"I never thought I will play an athlete or I can become an athlete. I didn't know anything about sports. Besides, who would have thought that a girl can develop muscles and biceps, but that happened with me," the 32-year-old said here on Tuesday in an interview.

"I learnt that if you are adamant about achieving something, anything can happen and you can do anything. This was a very inspiring thing for me," added the National Award winning actress.

Mary Kom, which is director Omung Kumar's debut film, will hit theatres on September 5.

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Kareena Kapoor's Mind Versus Heart Conflict

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor has returned from her London vacation to a blockbuster Singham Returns. The movie has crossed the Rs 100 crore mark. But whether this is a redeeming act for Kareena on the silver screen is a question only she can answer, especially since she hasn't always made the right choices when it comes to selection of films in the past.

Queen, Ram-Leela and Fashion were films that were well received critically as well as financially. So who should they owe these performances to? The directors? The script? Or the supporting cast? The correct answer is Kareena Kapoor. Yes, long before these ladies got down to working on their respective projects, it was Bebo who was offered these films.

When Kareena was once asked about how she reacted when people like Anurag Kashyap advised her not to bother about who was acting in the movie but on the content, she replied, "That's the best piece of advice I've ever got and I should have got it from a lot of closer friends, but I'm happy that Anurag decided to say that because the fact is that it is the truth and my mother, my sister, Saif everyone stands by that."

The actress revealed that her decision to do certain films in the past was influenced by factors like friendship and now she would make more rational decisions in the future.

Kareena has also reportedly been talking about the films she had rejected in the past, which has not gone down to well with at least two of the leading ladies. In an interview, Deepika Padukone, who replaced Kareena in Ram-Leela, said, "It's silly for actors to talk about films that they didn't do because they are remembered for the ones they did."

Priyanka Chopra too has something to say about how she never takes credit for the Rs 100 crore-fetching films that she does, especially Krrish 3 and Don 2 and Agneepath. "I cannot take credit for the success of Krrish 3 and Don 2, I was just a supporting actor in the films and did not carry the movie on my shoulders. My film Barfi! also made Rs 100 crores, but Ranbir, Ileana and I had an equal contribution to make.

So, was Singham Returns a success only because Kareena was a part of it? Would 3 Idiots make the same amount of money without Kareena? Could SRK ever deliver a blockbuster with Ra One without his Chammak Challo are questions only Kareena can answer.

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Katrina refused Bajirao Mastani

The casting of Sanjay Leela Bansali's movie Bajirao Mastani have been finalised.

The Ram Leela pair Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone have been finalised for the roles respectively.

However, the female lead role was initially offered to Katrina Kaif. Katrina refused to play the role opposite Ranveer Singh as she is apparently senior to him in the industry.

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Kareena dazzles in LFW grand finale

The grand finale of the Lakme Fashion week (LFW) 2014 was a memorable one as actress Kareena Kapoor who was the showstopper for designer Manish Malhotra looked classy and elegant in his creation.

Manish's collection raised the glamour quotient of every attire with blings and glitter.

Kareena donned a metallic purple lehenga with grey shades and a complete diamond and silver studded open jacket which she teamed with a nettet chunni.

She said: "I wear what I feel comfortable in. I think Manish is a gift to the film industry and I feel comfortable in all his outfits."

The bridal wears were a blend of long gowns, skirts, saris, lehenga cholis with heavy diamond studded sequence and embroidery work.

Manish Malhotra said: "It's been a long journey. She is my sister. She has been the coolest bride I have ever dressed so Lakme can't have a better show stopper than Kareena."

On Kareena's outfit, Manish said: "I have used two versions of grey. I want this grey to be popular this winter."
Actor Varun Dhawan kick-started the grand finale by walking the ramp wearing black pants and jute jacket which had a velvet red Chinese collar.

The runway at the show was decorated with flowers.

Many celebrities, including including Kajol, Karan Johar, Huma Quereshi, Karishma Kapoor, Richa Chadda, Juhi Chawla, Dino Morea, Sridevi, Boney Kapoor, and Gauri Shinde, attended the fashion show.

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When Abhishek Bachchan went on movie date

The actor, who has managed to impress all with his craft on screen, Abhishek Bachchan, surely is a happy man these days. Bachchan junior recently turned entrepreneur by venturing into a field, less travelled by people before. The actor, who is a proud owner of pro-Kabaddi team, Jaipur Pink Panthers, took them out on a movie date, reportedly.

According to a leading daily, the `Dhoom:3` actor not only took the entire team out for Rohit Shetty-Ajay Devgn film `Singham Returns`, but also threw a dinner party for the Kabbadi champs. Reports suggest that AB baby decided to treat the team, as they have been performing well in the league so far and defeated Bengaluru Bulls 36-31 in a Pro-Kabbadi match recently.

Well, looking at Abhishek`s dedication towards his team, we are sure the Jaipur Pink Panthers have all the reasons to smile and say `Kabaddi Kabaddi` !

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Rekha's 'Super Nani' to clash with SRK's 'Happy New Year'

Mumbai: Veteran actress Rekha`s much-awaited film `Super Nani` will release this Diwali when superstar Shah Rukh Khan`s `Happy New Year` will also hit the screens..

`Super Nani` has been confirmed for release this Diwali on October 24, a press release issued here said.

Touted as Rekha`s long awaited comeback to mainstream venture, the film also stars Sharman Joshi, Shweta Kumar, Anupam Kher and Randhir Kapoor.

The film gives a strong message to women that their power lies within themselves. Rekha plays the role of Bharti Bhatia and Sharman essays the part of her grandson in the movie.

`Super Nani` is co-produced and directed by Indra Kumar

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'Finding Fanny' premiere gets postponed

Deepika Padukone, Arjun Kapoor's upcoming film 'Finding Fanny' will now be premiered in September as it awaits certification

The advanced premiere of Homi Adajania's film, Finding Fanny, was scheduled to take place on August 25, but it has now been postponed to September as the film is yet to be certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Dinesh Vijan, producer of the film, says, `Yes, it's true.

We were planning to hold the premiere on August 25, but in lieu of the recent developments at CBFC, we don't want to take any chances.` It may be recalled here that after the trailer of the film garnered good reviews, the film's producers had decided to host the film's premiere 17 days before its actual release on September 12. As a result of this, the makers had to let go of the opportunity to premiere their film at the Toronto Film Festival.

A source says that after the recent arrest of CBFC CEO Rakesh Kumar, all work at the Censor Board has come to a standstill. `Keeping this in mind, it's perhaps wise on the makers' part to host Finding Fanny's premiere in September,` says the source.

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ALS Ice Bucket Challenge: Watch bathing Sunny Challenging Honey Singh?

Ragini MMS 2 star Sunny Leone join the celebrity league to take up ALS ice bucket challenge, apparently her video has gone viral on internet.

Former Porn Star Sunny Leone recently twitted her video of taking up the ALS Challenge, baby doll was nominated by her family, friends and few people on twitter. In the video we see Sunny looks sensuous in denim hot pants and tang top, her hubby dearest Daniel Weber pour a bucket full of ice and water on her head. The actress is clearly seen shivering after getting drenched in the ice cold water.

The beauty further nominated Yo Yo Honey Singh for the challenge, `I nominate Yo Yo honey Singh. You've got 24 hours, baby`, she said in the video.

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I've no clue: Sakshi Tanwar on Ekta Kapoor's show

Popular actress Sakshi Tanwar of "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii" and "Bade Achhe Lagte Hain", says Ekta Kapoor has asked her for a meeting, but as of now, she is clueless about whether a new show is in the pipeline with the TV czarina.

There have been reports that following the end of "Bade...", Sakshi is set to join hands with Ekta once again, in a show titled "Itna Na Karo Mujhe Pyaar", featuring Ronit Roy.

But Sakshi says she's in Delhi with her parents ever since the curtains came down on "Bade Achhe..." in July.

"I've been in Delhi with my parents ever since 'Bade...' got over. Ekta has asked for a meeting when I return to Mumbai. But as of now, I've no clue what it is for," said Sakshi.

She admits that she was approached for a show by Ekta earlier.
"This was for another show before 'Bade...' ran its course. I had to regretfully say no to that offer. At that time I wanted to take a break. Ekta was a real sweetheart about it. She said, 'You let me know when you're done with your break and we'll do something together'."

At this point of time, Sakshi says she has no idea what Ekta has in mind for her.

"Until I meet her I can't really say what we'll do together," said Sakshi, who still regrets the end of "Bade...".

"It was a beautiful journey filled with happy memories. But like they say, 'All good things must come to an end.' I suppose every end is a new beginning," she added.

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Hope Mardaani works, so we can make part 2: Rani

"Mardaani", which deals with the issue of girl trafficking, carries a message on women's empowerment and the film's lead actress Rani Mukerji hopes that it works so that they can bring out part two.

Directed by Pradeep Sarkar, "Mardaani", which sees Rani as a police officer, hits the screens Friday.

"'Mardaani' carries a message on women empowerment. It deals with the issue of trafficking of girls," said Rani.

"It is time women should take up matters like self-protection into their own hands. I don't want any girl to be dependent on her father or brother to go somewhere just because she is scared," she said referring to rise in crime against women in the country and how parents "worry" when their daughters step out.

Rani feels it is high time girls should be self-reliant.

"I want girls to enrol in self-defence classes like karate, kickboxing etc. I hope the film works, so that we can come up with 'Mardaani-2' and tell another story that will make an impact. I also think more films like Mardaani should be made," she said.

"Mardaani" is coming out with an A-certificate.

"Unfortunately, in our country, we don't have a separate censor certificate for people above 12 years and below 18 years. Either we have an A certificate, which is only for adults or UA-certificate for people of all ages.

"I would love to see people, especially women and girls, across all age groups watching the film. The film will inspire girls to speak their mind, be brave and bring out their 'mardaana' (brave and bold) spirit," he said.

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When Shahid Kapoor avoided Priyanka Chopra

The actor who is known more for his good looks and great dancing skills, Shahid Kapoor happens to be one of the underrated actors in Bollywood, who shines on screen when working with Vishal Bharadwaj. The `R...Rajkumar` actor`s personal life too has been nothing short of a roller coaster ride.

According to reports published in a leading daily, Sasha, who is currently seen promoting his film `Haider`, recently found himself in an embarrassing situation. The actor, while promoting `Haider` on a dance reality show, discovered that his former ladylove Priyanka Chopra too was on the same set.

To avoid bumping into her, Shahid decided to lock himself up inside a vanity van, till the time PeeCee left the vicinity, reports suggest. Well, the duo never spoke about their relationship in public but Shahid had admitted to being in a relationship with her while on board Karan Johar talk show `Koffee With Karan`.


Vanity needs no apology, at least for Shahid and Priyanka!

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Shilpa Shetty walks the ramp for Masaba Gupta

Mumbai: Lakme Fashion Week, Winter Festive 2014 is not devoid of glamour. Masaba Gupta, who is one of the youngest and most talented fashion designers showed her collection to the world and the show stopper was none other than Shilpa Shetty.

Celebs at Lakme Fashion Week 2014
Celebs at Lakme Fashion Week 2014Shilpa posted her picture on the microblogging site , Twitter.

"I just loved the title `Wanderess`, which I actually am at heart. So, I really hope I have done justice to your outfit and I loved the collection," said Shetty.

The theme `wanderess` is inspired by renowned poet Roman Payne`s character Saskia.

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Romance in 'Mr. X' is dark: Amyra Dastur

 ‘Issaq’ fame Amyra Dastur, who is paired with Emraan Hashmi in Vikram Bhatt-directed ‘Mr. X’, says the    romance in the film is darker than a usual romantic entertainer.
  "It`s (`Mr. X`) a love story, but it`s not your happy, teen romance. It`s darker than your usual romantic        films because it`s also a thriller. It`s a superhero film," Amyra said.

"What`s really interesting is that I`m not actually romancing Emraan, I`m chasing him in the film. That`s what  makes this a darker love story and quite different from other films," she said.

 Amyra, who is simultaneously shooting for Tamil film ‘Anegan’ with Dhanush, finds Emraan to be extremely  "witty".

 ‘Mr. X’ also features Arunoday Singh in an important role.

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Did Katrina Kaif reject Bajirao Mastani?

Whoa! If this piece of rumour turns out to be true, this could well be scoop of the month.

Rumours are doing rounds that Deepika Padukone's arch rival Katrina Kaif was the first one to be approached for Bajirao Mastani, but the porcelain beauty rejected the high profile role.

And guess why did Katrina reject the magnum opus? Apparently, she didn't want to star opposite Ranveer Singh because he is his junior.

Ummm...this sounds a bit incredulous for Katrina has worked with her juniors in he past, and is in fact, currently working with much junior Aditya Roy Kapur in Fitoor.

Well then what could it be? The Ranbir-Deepika-Ranveer equation? Our guess is as good as yours.

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Bajirao Mastani costliest movie ever?

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Bajirao Mastani seems to have all the makings of an epic: leading Bollywood stars and a budget to match it.

According to a leading daily, the film has a budget of a whopping Rs.210 crore and this makes the film the costliest ever made here.
The film will be recreating a portion of Maratha history with the actors - Ranveer, Deepika and Priyanka Chopra - dressing head-to-toe in fabrics similar to those used in the time of Bajirao Peshwa, adds the report.

It is this need to be as authentic as possible that could be behind the film's big budget. And if Devdas with a budget of Rs.65 crore was a preview, then Bajirao Mastani promises to be a game changer.

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Everyone viewed my decisions as mistakes: Aamir Khan ..

His success is about the right decisions at the right time, but Aamir Khan confesses that the important decisions of his life were never supported by the people around him. However, now when he looks back, he cherishes the fact that he lived his life on his terms and conditions.

"This is a fascinating thing that right through my life, every important decision of my life, all people who are important to me, close to me, have always told me, 'You are making a mistake, don't do this'. I have always been told that," the four-time National Award winner said.

The 49-year-old was speaking at the Young Inspirator's seminar here Tuesday.

He further said: "I always listened to them carefully, I never ignored them. But I finally did what I felt like doing and when I look back after 25 years of being a professional, I think that is the one thing that I feel happy about. I lived on my terms."

"Today, I am successful, but I may not have been successful as well. But I am happy that I never compromised. Whenever I was offered something I was not happy with, I didn't do it."

Aamir started his full-fledged career in 1988 with Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak and carved a niche for himself with films like Raja Hindustani, Sarfarosh, Lagaan, Fanaa, Rang De Basanti, Ghajini, 3 Idiots, Dhoom 3 and many more.

As a director, he made a successful film Taare Zameen Par and the film on dyslexia earned him Filmfare's best director award.

Currently, he is gearing up for the release of his next PK that will hit the theatres in December this year. The actor received a lot of flak for posing nude for the film's poster.

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Ranbir Kapoor teams up with online digital music company Saavn?

Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor has joined hands with Saavn, a US-based digital music company known as the leader in digital streaming for Indian music, as a creative collaborator.
Ranbir will work with the Saavn team on consumer marketing ideation and production, business development and content. In fact, the actor gave inputs for a commercial campaign which is expected to go on ..
air next week.

The TV commercial has been written by Vasan Bala, who is the screenwriter for Kapoor`s new film Bombay Velvet, alongside Sneha Mehta and Teddy Stern of Saavn.

“I`ve been using Saavn for years now, so it`s exciting to be working with the team on a deeper level. I`ll be helping to guide the brand, influence programming, connect with the next generation of music listeners and ultimately help build the best music product in India and potentially the world,” Ranbir said in a statement.

“And this is only the beginning. I look forward to being involved in a more business-centric capacity in the near future,” he added.

It was in 2012 that Ranbir met the New York-based Saavn founders - Paramdeep Singh (executive chairman), Rishi Malhotra (CEO) and Vin Bhat (president and chief strategy officer).

Singh said the partnership felt right from the beginning.

"Everyone involved in this partnership is truly passionate about the product but there`s also a very human connection here as well.

“Our collaboration with Ranbir represents an evolution in the way technology companies and artists work together in India. And that bridge between art and digital is at the very heart of what we want to accomplish at Saavn,” he added.

The commercial campaign was produced by Golden Gaddi Films, the ad production house of Guneet Monga, the producer of the highly acclaimed film ‘The Lunchbox’.

The digital music company, which boasts a catalogue of almost two million tracks from both Indian and US record labels, will be rolling out a suite of new consumer-facing products and partnerships over the next couple of months in which Ranbir`s inputs and ideation will play a major role.

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Tisca's makes guest appearance for Chitah Yajnesh Shetty

Bollywoods favouraite martial arts trainer Chitah yajnesh Shetty recently provided training to children of Lavasa based Christel house, a remarkable institution that provides education to economically under privileged children. The institution helps students to break cycle of economic disadvantage and guides them in becoming self sufficient and contributing member of society.

The children are from remote villages and were taken up by the Christel house. More than 500 students participated along with actress Tisca Chopra of `Tare Zameen Par`, who had came to support.

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'Kick' set to become the highest grosser ever at single screens..

Salman Khan's Bollywood blockbuster 'Kick' is on its way to emerge as the highest grossing film ever with regards to the single screens earnings. It has earned larger ratio of theatrical revenues in single screen theatres as compared to last year's hit film 'Dhoom: 3', indicating a lower all India average ticket price.

The film's performance at the Box Office in its first week is said to be similar to the Aamir Khan's film. The directorial debut of producer Sajid Nadiadwala 'Kick' has collected approximately 56 Crores nett in single screens in the first week. The difference between 'Kick' and 'Dhoom: 3' reflected at the multiplexes with the latter earning 15 Crore more that included 8 Crore nett plus lead in the national chains.

'Kick' still running in theatres, has grossed approximately 81 Crore nett in two weeks as compared to 'Dhoom:3' which grossed around 85 Crore nett in its lifetime in domestic collections.

'Kick' is touted to finish in the 85-90 Crore nett range at single screens in its third week.

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SRK and Kajol to come together for a film..

Rohit Shetty is apparently roping in Kajol as the lead actress with Shah Rukh Khan in his next film

With his latest film, 'Singham Returns' garnering a good response, director Rohit Shetty is understandably on a new high these days.

But if sources are to be believed, he has another reason to smile: it turns out that he has signed on none other than Kajol opposite Shah Rukh Khan for his next film.

Says a source, "Rohit will be directing SRK in his next film and he has now signed on Kajol as the lead actress for the film. This is a indeed coup though everything is at the planning stage right now. In fact, the film's pre-production work has already begun and an official announcement should be made soon." The source adds that Rohit is about to finish work on the final draft of the film's script. "It will go on the floors in the first half of 2015. Just last week, Rohit Shetty finalised Kajol as the leading lady of the film.

It was easy for him to sign her on as he shares a great equation with her actor husband, Ajay Devgn. It may be pointed out that Rohit also played the mediator between Ajay and Shah Rukh," says a source close to the director.

SRK and Kajol were seen last seen together in the 2010 film, My Name is Khan. Rohit Shetty and Kajol remained unavailable for comment.

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Yami, Pulkit in musical love story..

Vivek Agnihotri set to direct a musical love story titled 'Junoniyat' with Pulkit Samrat and Yami Gautam.
Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri recently offered ‘Hate Story 2′ to the audience and he is now set to direct a musical love story titled ‘Junoniyat’ with Pulkit Samrat and Yami Gautam.

“I am all set to direct my next film which is a musical love story. Please don’t slot this film in the rom-com genre. It’s a proper love story,” Agnihotri told IANS.
“It’s a very unusual film which will go on floors by mid of November. Pulkit Samrat and Yami Gautam will play the lead roles in the film,” he said.

It will be produced by T-Series.
While he is excited about the love story, there are reports that his other project “Freedom” has been shelved.
When asked, he said: “I can’t say it’s shelved. The producers have sold the film to someone else. I can’t give so much time to a film, so I am making my next one.

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Rani Mukerji's next film to be outside YRF banner

Actress Rani Mukerji, now married to Yash Raj Films (YRF) head honcho Aditya Chopra, says that her next will be outside her home banner.
Her forthcoming release Mardaani, which has been directed by Pradeep Sarkar, has been produced by YRF.

So, when asked whether she would star only in her home banner, Rani said: "No, not at all. My next film will be outside the YRF banner."

The actress, however, says that she wants to stick to acting and has no plans to be involved creatively with the production house.

"No, not at all. There are many capable people who take care of everything. Adi (Aditya) is at the helm and I don't think he requires anybody else. I don't want to produce or direct a film."

For the time being, Rani is busy promoting Mardaani. The raw and gritty film will see her flaunting women power as Shivani Shivaji Roy, an officer of the Mumbai Crime Branch unit, when it comes out Aug 22.

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Now Jacqueline Fernandez to groove with Honey Singh in his video

Buzz is that popular rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh would be working with Bollywood stunner Jacqueline Fernandez in his next music video.

Reports say that Honey Singh decided to approach Jacqueline Fernandez to feature in his music video after watching her perform in the Kick track 'Jumme Ki Raat' where the Sri Lankan beauty did a perfect split.

Honey Singh is the current flavour of Bollywood, with his composition and songs being used in almost all films being made or released. His latest being 'Aata Majhi Satakli' a chartbuster track from Singham Returns that released on August 15. Honey Singh's latest music album features Sonakshi Sinha. The album is not yet released.

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Teejay Sidhu upset over Karanvir Bohra's love making scene in 3D horror film Mumbai 125 kms

Karanvir Bohra is all set to make hissilver screen debut with Hemant Madhukardirected 3D horror film Mumbai 125kmsco-starring Veena Malik and Vedita Pratap Singh. The film is abouta group of friends and a road trip that goes wrong.

Karanvirhas a love making scene in the film with co-star Vedita Pratap Singh (BhindiBazaar Inc fame) which he did not inform his wife about. When the directorinvited Karanvir and his wife, Teejay for a screening she was in for a shocknot aware that Karanvir had done a love making scene

Onseeing the scene, she was quite upset and demanded an explanation fromKaranvir. Sources at the screening studio said, `Everyone was wondering whatwas going to happen after Teejay confronted Karanvir. It was quite a tensemoment.`

Topacify Teejay, the director Hemant Madhukar had to intervene. Said Hemant, `Ihad to explain to Teejay that the scene was extremely important to the scriptand that it was done in good taste and both Karanvir and Vedita were thoroughprofessionals.

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Filmy Friday: Ajay Devgn back with ‘Singham Returns’, this time with Kareena

Get ready for an out and out Bollywood entertainer this Independence Day with Ajay Devgn-Kareena Kapoor starrer ‘Singham Returns’.
Get ready for an out and out Bollywood entertainer this Independence Day with Ajay Devgn-Kareena Kapoor starrer ‘Singham Returns’.
‘Singham Returns’, which is a sequel to 2011 hit film ‘Singham’, is all set to hit the screens this Friday. The film directed by the king of action – Rohit Shetty has been promoted well by the two leads of the film, Kareena and Ajay.
‘Singham Returns’ special song, ‘Ata Majhi Satakli’ by our desi rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh has grabbed all the attention for Kareena’s dance with 100 other kids dressed as cops.
While Ajay Devgn plays supercop Bajirao Singham fighting crime, his onscreen lady-love Kareena adds some comedy to the film balancing perfectly between action, anger, drama, love and laughter.
The sequel to ‘Singham’ will definitely be a treat for action lovers. Set in Mumbai, the film promises to be high on action with Singham taking down the evil villain played by actor Amol Gupte.
Another reason to watch ‘Singham Returns’ is that good friends Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn have teamed up after a long gap. The duo have in the past collaborated together for hits like ‘Singham’, ‘Bol Bachchan’ and ‘Golmaal’.
When it comes to action, nobody can do it quite like Ajay Devgn. And his muscles in the trailer show you just why.
So all the Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty fans can watch the action-packed of Singham Returns tomorrow on August 15.

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Kick 2 to go on floors August 20

Ravi Teja-starrer Telugu actioner "Kick 2" will go on floors here Aug 20, says its director Surender Reddy, but he adds the film will not be a sequel to his 2009 blockbuster "KickRavi Teja-starrer Telugu actioner
“Kick 2″ will go on floors here Aug 20, says its director Surender Reddy, but he adds the film will not be a

sequel to his 2009 blockbuster “Kick”
“We start shooting ‘Kick 2′ from Wednesday. It will be an action film, but will not have anything to do with the first part. It will be more or less an extension of ‘Kick’,” Reddy told IANS.
While Ravi will play the lead, the rest of the cast is yet to be finalised.
Actor Kalyan Ram will produce “Kick 2″ under his home banner NTR Arts Banner and Thaman will compose the music.

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Sonam Kapoor says ‘Ít’s time to get Khoobsurat’

Bollywood fashionista Sonam Kapoor has been busy with the promotions of her upcoming comedy Khoobsurat. And the pretty actress took her film to a college festival in Mumba

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Rani met Baramulla jawaans

Recently, actress Rani Mukerji visited Baramulla district to meet the jawaans in the area. She interacted with them. Later on, Rani inquired about their everyday lives and regimes.

Rani also met the jawaan's families and warmly interacted with them. The lady guard who was given the duty of Rani's personal security had a warm chat with Rani and candidly shared things with her.

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Lauren Gottlieb gets in the groove

'ABCD - Any Body Can Dance' actress Lauren Gottlieb is also part of the film's upcoming sequel, 'ABCD-2' starring Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor.

Choreographer-turned-director Remo D'Souza spotted Lauren on the American reality show, So You Think You Can Dance, and cast her in his film ABCD.

Lauren considers Remo and his wife Lizelle to be her mentors. Lauren says, `When I came to Mumbai, I did not know anyone. Remo Sir was the one who went out of his way to look after me. Even today, whenever I face any problem, Remo Sir and Lizelle are always there for me.`

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Shiney will never be part of 'Bigg Boss'?

Shiney Ahuja, who will be seen in the upcoming film Welcome Back, is upset that every year the channel airing the reality show Bigg Boss uses his name in the list of candidates.

This time, too, his name is doing the rounds. The actor clarifies that he will never be part of the reality show. He says, `I was approached for the show four years ago, but had made it clear that I would never be part of it.

Still, every year they keep using my name. It's time they stopped.` Perhaps Shiney should just ignore it as every year the channel's PR machinery keeps floating random names who never find their way into Bigg Boss.

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In search of a younger Katrina

The hunt for a girl who can play a young Katrina Kaif in 'Fitoor' has reached international shores

The search for a younger version of Katrina Kaif in Abhishek Kapoor's Fitoor is still on. If sources close to the project are to be believed, the film's makers are facing a tough time finding a girl who can convincingly play a young Katrina Kaif.

The casting director of the film was on the lookout for a boy and a girl aged between 11-13 years. While they have finalised a boy who will play the role of a young Aditya Roy Kapur, they are apparently still looking for a girl with Scandinavian features and have had no luck so far. As a result, buzz has it that auditions for the parts are now being conducted worldwide; the casting director is said to have sent across Katrina Kaif's photograph for the same.

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Entertainment Mints Rs 35 Crores in Opening Weekend

Actor Akshay Kumar's latest slapstick comedy Entertainment continues to entertain the masses. In the opening weekend, it has collected over Rs 35 crore in India. (Also Read: Entertainment review )
Directed by debutant duo Sajid-Farhad, the movie also features Tamannaah Bhatia, Sonu Sood and Johnny Lever.

It is named after a Golden Retriever who plays an important character in the film. Entertainment is co-produced by Ramesh S. Taurani of Tips Industries Ltd and Jayantilal Gada.

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Salman Khan launches Being Filmy

Actor Salman Khan has announced the launch of a new, non-profit based production house named Being Filmy, which follows the name of his charitable organisation, Being Human.
Since the actor is very keen on taking his charitable causes a notch above, he decided to give this idea a push. “I think small films have great content and they deserve to be given a decent platform. To support this cause, I have decided to produce films under my banner, Being Filmy. These films will be small, but instead of concentrating on profit, we will aim at giving it a proper release,” stated Khan.
The first film from this stable, which is yet untitled, is slated to go on the floors by June-July and should hit the screens by end of this year. The most interesting part about the ventures that he plans to produce is that after subtracting the taxes and costs, the entire profit will be donated to charitable causes. “It will be like providing entertainment with tons of positivity surrounding it,” added Khan.

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Alia Bhatt: Vikas Bahl a very talented director

Actress Alia Bhatt, who is gearing up to work with Vikas Bahl in ‘Shandaar‘, says he is a very talented director.
“I am going to start shooting for Vikas Bahl’s next film with Shahid. I’m very excited to work with Vikas. He is a great person to work with and I have admired his work. I have loved his ‘Chillar Party’ and ‘Queen’. He’s a very talented director,” Alia Bhatt told IANS.
While there have been rumours that filmmaker Karan Johar will be part of “Shandaar”, Alia said: “I am not part of the committee to confirm or deny that. Karan is a fantastic actor and that’s all I can say.”

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