Bollywood Buzz

2008-07-08T04:38:00.000-07:00

Aditya Chopra Changes Plans for Dhoom-3:

Aditya has been constantly changing decisions on the cast and the crew of his upcoming trilogy (if it can be called so) Dhoom 3. But one thing was fixed that after Sanjay Gadhvi deciding to part ways with Yash Raj Films, Aditya himself will be directing the movie but now even that remains under thought.

2008-07-08T04:27:00.000-07:00

Ranbir Upsets Deepika:

Deepika is not quite happy with Ranbir these days. After she was successful in keeping her boyfriend away from his debut film’s beauty, Sonam Kapoor, the possesive Deepika has another girl to bother. And this time it’s Ranbir’s ex-girlfriend Avantika Malik. Ranbir Kapoor and model Avantika Malik were said to be dating before Ranbir made it to films. However, things didn’t turnout well and they broke up. But even now, when Avantika is dating Aamir’s nephew Imraan, she and Ranbir are still in contact. This isn’t quite approved by Deepika, and made her upset.
Now, will Deepika’s possessive nature hold on Ranbir for long??

2008-07-08T04:23:00.000-07:00

Bips Out of Unforgettable:

Bipasha who is emerging as the new most replaced actress of the bollywood, has now opted out of Bachchan’s much talked about tour, “The Unforgettable”. Reports say that the actress had signed an agreement agreeing to work with the Bachchans before her latest flick till date, Race. But then, as the movie blasted the records at the box office, the lady immediately demanded for a hike in her fee. The Wizcraft said this was highly unprofessional, and was not expected out of her. She thus has been dropped out of the list of the actors accompanying Bachchans on their world tour.
Come on girl, to stay in industry, you gotta be highly professional!!!

2008-07-08T04:21:00.000-07:00

Khiladi Get's a New Look:

The actor with the maximum of success rate right now, is all geared up with his new look for his new show called “Khatron Ke Khiladi”. The actor has his typical military hair style, but is donning handsome boots, great jackets with hood, and also the scarves. The look has made the hunk of the bollywood look a little like a typical handsome cowboy. The show will see the celeb ladies like Aditi Govtrikar, Yana Gupta, Meghna Naidu, Sonali Kulkarni etc. With an anchor like him, looks like the ladies are in for a huge treat.

2008-07-08T04:17:00.000-07:00

Ajay Determined to Quit Smoking:

After Saif Ali Khan, here’s another smoker who is determined to quit his old habit of smoking. Actor Ajay Devgan, who is a chain smoker and exhales not less than a steam engine, has finally made his mind to quit his smoking. As of now, everything is under control, and the actor seems to be successfully able to conquer his desire to smoke. Wifey Kajol, can’t help but thank God for giving somne senses to her hubby dearest. Kajol’s dad had a heart attack, which had made her really concerned for Ajay, especially with him not even trying to give up smoking.
Is health minister, Mr. Ramadoss listening??

2008-07-08T04:13:00.000-07:00

Aamir Khan Floored By The Item Queen

Rakhi Sawant, who has found herself a place in the television world as a host, has left the bollywood ace Aamir Khan highly impressed. The lady had recently sent Aamir a hand written invitation, inviting him to her talk show. The actor agreed and was flattered when the item queen told him that she beleived his prescence on her show would make her show a hit, as his presence in any movie makes the movies go hit!!! Aamir was surely left impressed with the girl’s personality and praises.
Well, who could do it better than Rakhi??

2008-07-08T04:08:00.000-07:00

Shilpa Wins Global Cultural Diversity Award.

Shilpa Shetty recently added another honour to her list by receiveng the Global Cultural Diversity Award in London. Formula One racer Lewis Hamilton was another celeb to receive this award. Shilpa was overwhelmed to receive such and honour and flew to London to receive the award and then back to Goa to shoot for Sunny Paaji’s “The Man”.

2008-07-08T04:03:00.000-07:00

Shahid:Aziz Mirza's new SRK.

After being loyal for quite a while, to his favourite star, SRK, Aziz Mirza has now changed his taste. The man now has a new fav: Shahid Kapoor. Aziz Mirza has shot many movies with the badshah of which Raju Ban Gaya Gentle Man, Chalte Chalte, Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani…etc are some of the commendable ones. But his latest film “Kismet Konnection” involves the new chocolate boy, Shahid Kapoor.

“Shah Rukh is too old for the role in Kismat Konnection . The role is about the life of a 26-year-old and Shah Rukh is 40 plus. It doesn’t suit him,” said Aziz Mirza.

Too bad to see our Shahrukh getting old….finally

2008-07-02T13:20:00.000-07:00

From Adelaide, 'Love Story 2050' to Mumbai:

As India-Australia film links foster, Bollywood's first commercial futuristic science-fiction feature film "Love Story 2050", showcasing South Australia's capital, Adelaide, is set to premier in the City of Churches July 4.

This Bollywood romance crossing time and space, switches between present-day Adelaide and futuristic Mumbai. It is the debut vehicle of Harman Baweja and also stars former Miss World Priyanka Chopra.

South Australia's Premier Mike Rann, who had a cameo role in the movie, says the filming of "Love Story 2050" on his home turf was a dream come true.

"We think it is good for the film industry. It's great to have people spending money here for 55 days, using South Australia as a location, but it is also giving us worldwide publicity that money can't buy", Premier Rann said.

Indian films shot in Australia have had spin offs in other industries like tourism, education and the local economy and employment.

For the year ending June 2007, South Australia attracted 3,300 Indian visitors and India is the state's second-highest source of overseas students with 2,692 students enrolled across all levels from primary to university.

Producer-director Harry Baweja, who chose Adelaide over other locations in Italy and scotland, said South Australia proved to be the "perfect choice". The stars and crew spent five weeks shooting scenes across the state.

Besides the state capital Adelaide, the film showcases some of Australia's most famous tourist destinations and diverse landscapes - the Kangaroo Island, the Flinders Ranges and Lake Eyre and the technological expertise and facilities available in South Australia.

"This production is just the latest in a series of mutually beneficial marketing tie ups we have been able to structure between Bollywood and the Australian State Governments. Other successes include 'Heyy Babyy' and more recently, the cricketing film starring Brett Lee, 'Victory'," said Anupam Sharma managing director of Sydney-based Films and Casting TEMPLE.

Sharma was the Australian Line producer for "Love Story 2050"

2008-07-02T13:12:00.000-07:00

Aadesh ties up with Motorola to promote song:

Composer Aadesh Shrivastava has tied up with Motorola to promote his first international track "Bollywood Meets Hollywood" that he recorded with American rapper Wyclef Jean and Abhishek Bachchan.

The Motorola campaign will feature the trio.

"The track is a part of my album with Wyclef entitled 'Carnival 2'. As you know Wyclef and I flew down to Miami to record the number with Abhishek, who was shooting there for Karan Johar's film," Aadesh told IANS.

To be released under the Sony-BMG label, "Bollywood Meets Hollywood" is set to hit the Indian stores some time in July.

" 'Bollywood Meets Hollywood' is already a craze abroad. The Youtube website is filled with the song. We've big plans for the song in India. I hope, it would be like a singing launch for Abhishek."

The composer churned out chartbusters like "Say shava shava" in "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" and "Chali chali phir chali chali" in "Baghban".

Aadesh now plans to tie up with other international artistes like Justin Timberlake.

"I missed the chance recently because I was busy judging a reality show in India. Never mind. Justin's company is very keen to tie up with us."

2008-06-17T09:09:00.000-07:00

Aamir Khan patching up with Big B?

Looks like actor Aamir Khan is all set to change his past tumultous relationship with the Big B.

Right from being media savy to apologising to fellow stars, actor Aamir Khan is doing it all.

Now the actor has decided to bury the hatchet and is going all out to significantly, improve his relations with none other than Amitabh Bachchan himself. Apparently, Aamir has invited the Big B to watch his nephew Imraan’s soon-to-be released film ‘Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na’.

Reportedly, Aamir has also congratulated the Big B for ‘Sarkar Raj’. This definitely seems to portray a quite a different image of the actor from what has been witnessed in the recent past.

2008-06-17T08:53:00.001-07:00

Is Sajid Khan in love with Vidya Balan?

Much is being said about Shahid-Vidya’s love connection but the duo compulsively deny the rumours, conforming to their single status. But our ever vigilant gossip-sources have found a new angle to the love story, which is turning out to be a love triangle, due to comic actor Sajid Khan’s avid interest in the sultry beauty.

Sajid Khan has always been all praises for Vidya Balan, the lead actress of his debut film, ‘Heyy Babyy’. And the latest rumour has it that he has also signed her for his upcoming venture. During the shoot of ‘Heyy Babyy’, Sajid complemented his love interest, “Vidya is our hero. She is a buddy and one of us.”

Sajid Khan, known for his tongue-in-cheek humour and flamboyant parodies of super stars on TV show, has always supported Vidya. His ‘Heyy Babyy’ also turned out to be a runaway hit, making Vidya his lucky mascot..

Sajid Khan’s enthusiastic endorsement of Vidya has set the rumour mills rolling. Meanwhile, Shahid, being once bitten twice shy, is keeping all his cards close to his heart.

The connection between Shahid and Vidya, was said to be one of the causes for Shahid-Bebo break-up. The split occurred soon after the duo left for Canada to shoot for ‘Kismat Konnection’. But Shahid and Vidya are being discreet about what’s cooking between them.

Although Shahid shower praises on Vidya, but he always seems on guard. “Vidya is a talented and hardworking costar,” he said in a recent interview.

Well, with the additional ‘Sajid’ angle to their connection – here is a bit of advice for the lover boy of Bollywood – do not delay your ‘Kismat Konnection’ with your love interest, for there are chances of cross connection!

2008-06-17T08:35:00.000-07:00

Aishwarya Rai hits Abhishek’s critic on her blog:

It seems the blogging bug is catching on in Bollywood - after the Big B, it’s Bachchan bahu Aishwarya who’s taken to cyber space to answer Abhishek’s critics.

The only difference is, while Pa-in-law has his own blog and his take on things, Ash has only blogged in retaliation to a comment that apparently touched a nerve with her.

The comment was posted on ‘Sarkar Raj’ director Ram Gopal Verma’s blog site, and questions the character of Abhishek falling in love with someone from America who he has known only for a day.

To this, a cheeky RGV had replied saying “perhaps he has a weakness for worldly beauties.”

This was a harmless comment but one that led the Bachchan bahu to retaliate - albeit with all the political correctness expected from one of the Bachchan family.

Aishwarya has replied as a blogger, explaining that it was a deep connect arising out of confiding in a person that leads to the bond being formed so quickly between her character and Abhishek’s in the movie and that “the director chose to underplay the experience”.

2008-06-17T08:29:00.000-07:00

Shilpa Shetty hit by misfortunes:

Actress Shilpa Shetty has been going through a rough phase lately.

It was a shock to see a frail looking Shilpa in a wheelchair at the airport when she arrived back home from her recent visit to Dubai. Behind this sorry state of Shilpa were a series of unfortunate events.

Things began going wrong for the actress after she shot a song for Sunny Deol’s The Man in which she was repeatedly drenched in artificial rain. While the song was shot completely, Shilpa ended up with fever and chest congestion.

To make matters worse, Shilpa was bitten by a dog of her friend whom she was visiting in Tirupati. Poor Shilpa, who was already on antibiotics, now had to take extra medicine.

But the misfortunes were far from over.

Shilpa flew to Dubai to celebrate her birthday last Saturday but her luggage got lost in the transit. The same day, before a special party to usher her birthday, Shilpa fell ill again and the party had to be cancelled.

And all the medicine she took had its side effects and led to a burning sensation in her food pipe and stomach.

The actress eventually got so weak that when she came back from Dubai she had to be carried in a wheelchair to her car at the airport.

Shilpa is presently recuperating and is likely to recover soon.

2008-06-17T08:25:00.000-07:00

After Paresh Rawal, Kay Kay falls for Mallika:

Kay Kay (Menon) and flirtatious? Find it hard to believe!

The actor who has been seen doing only serious characters on screen was seen indulging in some flirting on the sets of Venus Records and Tapes Pvt Ltd's Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam. And the object whom he was seen showering affection on was none other than hottie Mallika Sherawat.

2008-06-17T08:18:00.000-07:00

RGV's project on Veerapan starts rolling:

His life story has enough of drama, action, and is filled with adventures, innumerable incidents of his famed survival instincts, high profile kidnappings and the aura of fear about himself that he was able to instill in the minds of the people is a fertile ground for a film maker to get inspired.

Even when the notorious person was alive, Ram Gopal Varma's wish to make a film on his life has been know.

When Ram Gopal Varma's film 'Jungle' was released a couple of years ago, everyone thought that it is a film about Veerapan.

There started the saga of a film about Veerapan and still it has not become a reality.

After a long period of time, with the success of 'Sarkar Raj' Ram Gopal Varma has reinstated his position in Bollywood and now is the right time to think again about his long cherished wish of making the film on Veerapan.

2008-06-14T14:25:00.001-07:00

Salman will marry Katrina for sure

Marriage is bound to happen sooner or later. It was remarked by Salman Khan when he was asked about his marriage with Katrina Kaif. He squashed off all the rumors and claimed that he is very serious about Katrina and deeply in love with her. Sallu who is not in favor of speaking about his private life in public has finally opened his heart after all types of false rumors. He further added that he will marry kat and fulfill the wish of his parents.

2008-06-14T14:21:00.000-07:00

Winners of IIFA 2008

It’s high profile, full of entertainment and an extravagant event. At the same time, it was a big Bollywood night out. The couples were the main attraction of the show who walked the green carpet hand in hand with their respective partners. With every passing year, IIFA sums up with more glamour and glitz. The three-day program of entertainment and amusement has filled up the atmosphere of Bangkok with thrill and galore.

People in large numbers gathered side by side on the green carpet and gave a grand reception to their favorite stars. It is an occasion where opponent stars and families happen to meet under the same roof, an occasion to show the world the prowess of Bollywood. It is a noble occasion where the best work of the individuals gets acclaimed. Some received kudos for their excellent work while some failed to hold the trophy. The contenders who failed to shine at this great event stepped out with a hope for a better performance next year. Farah Khan walked away with five awards for Om Shanti Om and Chak De India took away nine awards. Here’s the list of excellence:

Best Actor
Shahrukh Khan - Chak De India

Best Actress
Kareena Kapoor - Jab We Met

Best Film
Chak De India

Best Director
Shimit Amin - Chak De India
Performance in a Supporting Role (Male)
Irrfan Khan - Life In A... Metro

Performance in a Supporting Role (Female)
Konkona Sen Sharma - Life In A... Metro

Performance in a Comic Role
Govinda - Partner

Performance in a Negative Role
Vivek Oberoi - Shootout At Lokhandwala

Music Director
A.R. Rahman - Barso Re Barso Re (Guru)

Best Story
Jaideep Sahni - Chak De India

Lyrics
Javed Akhtar- Main Agar Kahoon (Om Shanti Om)

Playback Singer (Male)
Shaan - Jabse Tere Naina (Saawariya)

Playback Singer (Female)
Shreya Ghoshal - Barso Re (Guru)

IIFA SPECIAL AWARDS
Shyam Benegal won the special honours Mumtaz, a popular star of the yesteryears, was also named for the IIFA special honour Akshay Kumar bagged the special award from the host country, Thailand.

STYLE IDEA AWARDS
Abhishek Bachchan, Katrina Kaif and Neil Nitin Mukesh were also awarded special awards

2008-06-14T14:15:00.000-07:00

My Name Is Khan´ : Kajol´s Official "Yes´" To Karan´s Shah Rukh Khan Starrer!

As per reliable trade sources, Kajol has finally said "Yes" to Karan Johar's next directorial venture. The super-talented Kajol, who doesn't give her official nod of approval to a film, whether it is her husband Ajay Devgan's or close friend Karan Johar's, till she has heard the script, gave her consent to Karan Johar's 'My Name Is Khan/Khan', just last month

2008-06-14T14:11:00.000-07:00

Sylvester Stallone to appear in Bollywood movie for first time:

Mumbai :Bollywood filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala has signed Sylvester Stallone for his next flick "Kambakkht Ishq" in which the Hollywood icon will do a cameo as himself opposite Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor. When contacted, Sajid said he had been persuing the "Rambo" and "Rocky" star for over two months and he has finally given his consent to make a brief appearance in the film.

"Sylvester Stallone will be portraying himself in the movie. For the first time in the history of Indian cinema, the shooting will take place at the Universal Studio (one of Hollywood's biggest and most well-known studios)", he added.

2008-06-14T14:07:00.000-07:00

Kamal starrer Dasavatharam released:

Chennai :After surmounting legal hurdles, Tamil film 'Dasavatharam', featuring Kamal Haasan in ten roles, finally hit the theatres here today. Fans of the multi-faceted actor made a beeline to many cinemas screening the much-hyped movie billed as the actor's magnum opus.

They celebrated the release by pouring milk on his cut-outs and posters and performing 'aarthi'.

2008-06-14T14:02:00.000-07:00

Shruthi Hassan to make Movie Debut:

Shruti Haasan, the daughter of south Indian superstar Kamal Haasan and Bollywood actress Saarika, would make her movie debut in a bollyood movie titled Luck. She would star opposite Aamir Khan’s nephew Imran Khan. Luck is directed by Karan Johar’s assistant and Kaal fame Soham Shah. The movie also stars Sanjay Dutt, Mithun Chakraborty, Rati Agnihotri and Ravi Kissen. Music is composed by Chak De India fame duo Salim-Suleiman.

2008-06-14T13:58:00.000-07:00

Ayesha wants to let action do the talking:

Ayesha Takia has been motivated by her contemporary actresses and wants to take up action. She wants to do what Priyanka Chopra has done in Shahrukh Khan's Don and is once again doing it in the upcoming Abhishek Bachchan starrer, DRONA. Even Deepika Padukone's martial arts prowess in Akshay Kumar's Chandni Chowk To China seems to have inspired her. The normally sober Koena Mitra too is doing her own stunts in the proposed Hollywood flick Karma.

As per Ayesha she has already worked in most genres and now wants to prove herself as an action star. She adds that action movies are all set to make a comeback.
Well dear Ayesha, here is a suggestion, why not try some stunts/action in your Salman Khan starrer Wanted Dead and Alive!

2008-06-14T13:53:00.000-07:00

Kangana Scared To Emraan:

The kissing boy Emraan Hashmi busy with Kangana Ranaut on the shooting of RAAZ-2. The hot actress in turn is actually having a hard time coping with the kissing boy and his sense of humor. Unit member said "Every night Emraan Hashmi scares Kangana by calling sprits on the Ouija board" the hot babe Kangana is not die-hard fan of haunt and horror is not amused any more Emraan and director Mohit surprise to take much pride in their sense of humor and they are laugh all the way back to their home.

2008-06-14T02:26:00.000-07:00

I was going mad: Rani Mukerji

Mumbai : The going has been tough for Rani Mukerji. Getting her new house constructed proved to be the biggest challenge for the talented actress.

"It was like working simultaneously in Yash Chopra, Sanjay Bhansali and Karan Johar films. I was going mad," Rani, who is gearing up for her next release "Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic", told a friend.

She had set a deadline for the home to be completed. "It had to be done before her next film for Yash Raj Films started. And she had to meet the deadline somehow," the friend told IANS.

She starts shooting with Shahid Kapur for her new Yash Raj film from June 18.

To compound her construction woes, Rani recently fell on the steps of her new home and hurt herself.

The friend explained: "Her thumb was badly hurt. For weeks she had to undergo physiotherapy. But before it could heal completely, she plunged into cricket practice for her new film with Yash Raj where she plays a cricketer.

"So the thumb hasn't had a chance to heal properly. She has been going through a series of misadventures and that's why she has been keeping out of the limelight. Earlier, Rani got her office ready a year and a half ago. Now her home is finally ready."

"In fact, Rani and her family moved into the dream house while the construction was on. So Rani has been living with the heat, dust and hurt thumb for months."

The house has been opened to close friends like Karan Johar and Bhansali. On Saturday, the workers and designers packed their gear and left and Rani finally heaved a sigh of relief.

Says a source close to Rani: "She's so relieved. It has been an ordeal for Rani because she couldn't do anything else until the house was ready. But now when she sees how happy the house has made her family, she feels all the effort has been worth it."