YRF Rumors

Shaad Ali returns to direction

2012-02-07T10:14:00.000-08:00

(Mumbai Mirror)

After his last directorial debacle Jhoom Barabar Jhoom, Shaad Ali had stuck to assisting other filmmakers in their projects.

But now, the filmmaker has decided to give it another shot. His next venture, after Saathiya, Bunty Aur Babli and Jhoom Barabar Jhoom will star Ranveer Singh in the lead role. The film will go on floors later this year.

The development was confirmed by Ranveer's close friend, who responded on the actor's behalf.

Mumbai Mirror has learnt that the film will be produced by Yash Raj Films. This will also mark YRF's third project with Ranveer completing their three-film-deal with the actor. The heroine is still to be decided.

Earlier, Shaad had planned to cast Shahid in his next but the actor didn't show much interest in the filmmaker's offer. In fact, a source close to the production house revealed that even Ranveer wasn't too inclined towards Shaad's film initially. However, now the two of them have sorted out their issues.

"Ranveer and Shaad are now on the same page and ready to work together. They go back a long way. He assisted Shaad in Jhoom Baraabar Jhoom and the two have been close friends since then. It was Shaad who showed Ranveer around in the industry and introduced him to important filmmakers," added the source.

According to the source, Shaad had asked Ranveer to star in his film even before Band Baja Baarat went on floors. Said the source, "Anyway, all's well that ends well. The two of them met recently, had a long chat and decided to go with Shaad's idea."

Hollywood action director trains Katrina Kaif

2012-01-31T09:12:00.000-08:00

(Mumbai Mirror)

Under the tutelage of Transformers action director Conrad Palmisano, the actress is busy doing some daredevil stunts

He directed Sheila LeBeouf's stunts in Transformers. Nicolas Cage, too, is busy learning his action sequences from him for his forthcoming film Seeking Justice. But currently, Hollywood action director Conrad Palmisano is busy helping Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan perform some daredevil stunts on the sets of Kabir Khan's Ek Tha Tiger in Cuba. And Mumbai Mirror has learnt that Katrina under the tutelage of Conrad is busy performing what a member of the Cuban unit describes as the 'real thing'.

The real thing is 'scary' but Katrina isn't afraid. Talking about her stunts, Katrina said, "It's scary. But it is also great fun. I've only done very delicate feminine roles till now. This is a new challenge for me. I guess that's what I'm looking for at this stage of my career."

A unit member informed Mumbai Mirror, "Katrina is really pushing herself to perform stunts that are generally done by male actors. She has been doing free-falls and midair fights with Salman."

Apparently, action director Conrad had initially suggested something 'softer' for Katrina. "Two very different sets of stunts were planned for Katrina and Salman. But Kat was too excited and wanted to do whatever Salman was doing. Conrad finally gave in to her wishes," added the unit member.

Katrina in fact has been getting up really early to practice her stunts under the Cuban sun. "She wakes up at the crack of dawn. And she gets down to serious business. She practices every sequence."

Yash Raj Films Presents The YRF Daily

2012-01-24T08:58:00.001-08:00

(Press release)

Come February 2012, Yash Raj Films is all set to introduce ‘The YRF Daily’ to their fans. As a part of their ‘Valentine Fest’, YRF has come up with this unique initiative of giving their fans the best love songs from their movies.

Yash Raj Films will upload a love song every day on their official Dailymotion channel. Fans will not only get to listen to their favourite songs online, but also dedicate and share it with their loved ones through Facebook. Yash Raj has taken this special initiative to break the customary norm of using Facebook and YouTube as the usual social media platform and give way to newer and alternate ones.

So come this Valentine, get set to dedicate the love songs that mean the most to you and tell your loved ones how much they mean to you.

Watch your favourite love songs on the official Yash Raj Daily Motions channel from February 1st, only on: http://www.dailymotion.com/yrf

SRK's new YRF film with Katrina on floors today

2012-01-09T09:16:00.000-08:00

(NDTVMovies.Com)

On Friday, Shah Rukh Khan said he felt happy to start work with veteran filmmaker Yash Chopra. He was referring to the new film from Yash Raj Films which pairs him opposite Katrina Kaif for the first time.

The film will go on the floors today.

"Feel extremely happy when I start work with yashji...from the inside. Easy...smiles...happiness...purity of storytelling," SRK posted on Twitter on Friday.

Yesterday, Uday Chopra, Yash Chopra's son who often assists on his movies, confirmed the launch of the film. "Launching my dad's film today with a little pooja at YRF... shoot starts tomorrow with @ iamsrk and Katrina Kaif.. Dad directing after Veer- Zaara (sic)," Uday tweeted.

Yash Chopra returns to direction after seven years - after the cross-border love story Veer Zaara in 2004, with Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta. No title has been decided as yet for the new film.

The film also stars Anushka Sharma, a Yash Raj favourite who made her debut with Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi in 2008 opposite SRK.

The music of the new film will be composed by A R Rahman and Gulzar will pen the lyrics.

SRK's earlier films with Yash Raj include blockbusters like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Dil to Pagal Hai and Mohabattein. It remains to be seen what Katrina can add to the SRK-Yash Raj hit formula.

The film is scheduled to release on Diwali 2012.

Yash Raj Films Launches YRF ENTERTAINMENT

2011-11-27T09:23:00.001-08:00

Uday Chopra has announced the formation of YRF Entertainment, a Hollywood-based production and financing company focused on developing and producing feature films for the U.S. and international marketplace.

The company is launched and funded by Yash Raj Films, (yashrajfilms.com) the 41-year old studio that was founded by Yash Chopra, and continues to be one of India’s most prolific film producers and distributors. Uday Chopra will serve as CEO of YRF Entertainment and has hired Jonathan Reiman to head development and production under him.

Uday Chopra commented, “My family has a deep commitment to making and distributing quality films that entertain and enlighten audiences. I share that passion, as well as a love for American films that I have had since childhood. It is that enthusiasm and my love of the creative process of filmmaking that drove me to start this new venture.”

YRF Entertainment (yrfentertainment.com) is currently producing and financing “The Longest Week,” which began shooting last week in New York City. Written and directed by Peter Glanz, the movie stars Jason Bateman, Olivia Wilde, and Billy Crudup. Uday Chopra is producing with Neda Armian. Exec Producers are, Jonathan Reiman, Chris Marsh, Stone Douglass, Taylor Materne.

The comedy tells the story of a bratty “man-child” (Bateman) who still lives with his parents in a chic Manhattan hotel but suddenly finds himself evicted, disinherited and hopelessly in love with his best friend’s heartthrob (Wilde).

Uday tracked down the project after the original financier had to abandon the film and immediately fell in love with the material. He quickly arranged a creative and physical production meeting with Glanz and Armian in Mumbai. After the lengthy meeting, he committed to making the movie, with his business and legal team closing the deal in less than two weeks.

YRF Entertainment is also building a slate of projects that it will actively develop and produce from the ground up. The first project the company will develop is an untitled action/comedy by Dan Ewen (“Opposites Attract”) about two twenty-something’s who run away from their podunk towns to pursue big dreams and become an unlikely but seemingly unstoppable duo after meeting serendipitously.

(YRF)

Secret behind Ranveer Singh's six-pack

2011-11-15T08:30:00.001-08:00

(IANS | TOI )

After the Khans and Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh of "Band Baaja Baaraat" famehas toned himself with six-pack abs for his next release "Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl".

The 26-year-old actor went on a strict 48-hour diet regime and stayed hungry for nearly two days to get the perfect look, according to a source from production company, Yash Raj Films.

In "Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl", Ranveer will once again be seen with his "Band Baaja Baaraat" co-star Anushka Sharma. Directed by Maneesh Sharma, the film will release Dec 9.

Earlier, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan flaunted six-pack abs in "Om Shanti Om", "Bodyguard" and "Ghajini" respectively.

Is Ricky Bahl under pressure?

2011-11-15T08:23:00.001-08:00

(Deccan Chronicle )

In the film, it’s Ricky Bahl who troubles the ladies, but in real life, Ranveer Singh seems to be in trouble himself. The promos of his film Ladies vs Ricky Bahl have just gone on air and the Yash Raj project is set to release on December 8. In fact the unit had already begun preparing for the promotional tours but all plans went haywire when some top YRF officials saw the film.

Buzz is that Yash Chopra himself isn’t too pleased with certain romantic scenes featuring Ranveer and Anushka Sharma. “Yash ji is a stickler for perfection and he has asked his team to re-shoot some portions of the film shot in Goa. A last minute meeting was held at the studios and Aditya Chopra has been asked to look into the changes. He is a filmmaker with a vision, his suggestions can never be ignored,” says a source.

However, that’s easier said than done. Ranveer had to cancel his Delhi tour to promote the film and prepare for the role all over again. “He’s flying to Goa tomorrow. We are way behind schedule; now the promotional activities around the film will only commence after November 22,” says Ranveer’s spokesperson. Looks like the team could do with some superpowers to put things back in place now.

YRF Announce ISHAQZAADE - May 2012 Release

2011-10-21T22:50:00.000-07:00

(YRF)

Rising from the ashes of hooliganism and small town clan wars, comes the love story of a passion ignited by hatred.

Two people. Born to hate. Destined to love.

Yash Raj Films next project, "ISHAQZAADE", written and directed by Habib Faisal and produced by Aditya Chopra, will now see the launch of Arjun Kapoor along with Parineeti Chopra, in lead roles. Shooting has started from today and the movie is scheduled for a May 2012 release.

Follow the story of the Ishaqzaade’s as their turbulent journey unfolds in the often unrealistic and daunting political confines of rural India.

The Team

Habib Faisal, the award winning director of Do Dooni Chaar and an award winning writer (Band Baaja Baaraat), has also put together a team of immensely talented people, all with tremendous critical acclaim:

· Hemant Chaturvedi (Company - 2002, Maqbool - 2004 & Kurbaan - 2009) is the DOP.

· Amit Trivedi (National & Filmfare Award for Dev:D and Filmfare Award for Udaan - 2010 & acclaimed musical score for No One Killed Jessica - 2011) is composing the music with lyrics by Kausar Munir (Tashan - 2008).

· Mukund Gupta, who won the award for best Production Designer for Do Dooni Chaar, is doing the production design.

· Aarti Bajaj (Do Dooni Chaar - 2010, Jab We Met - 2007, Dev:D - 2009, No One Killed Jessica - 2011, Rockstar – 2011, apart from several others) will be editing the film.

· Rekha ; Chinni Prakash, National Award winners for Jodhaa Akbar and with a long list of outstanding achievements credited to their names over the years, will be choreographing the film.

· And Sham Kaushal, greatly respected and much awarded for Krrish and Kaminey, is the action director.

Ishaqzaade hain jitne fasano mein, milte hain kahan ab jahanon mein

Ek Tha Tiger Is 2012 Eid Release For Salman Khan

2011-10-15T05:35:00.000-07:00

(YRF Press Release)

Yash Raj Films’ romantic thriller, Ek tha Tiger, which was scheduled for a 1st June release will now release in theatres worldwide on EID 2012.

Since Aamir Khan wanted to release his next film, directed by Reema Kagti, on 1st June, he requested Salman Khan & Aditya Chopra to shift Ek tha Tiger to accommodate this release. Given the close relationship and mutual respect they share for one another, both Adi and Salman were happy to oblige and shift the release to Eid.

Directed by Kabir Khan and Produced by Aditya Chopra, the film stars Salman Khan & Katrina Kaif in the lead roles.

The film is based on a story by Aditya Chopra and the Screenplay & Dialogues have been written by Kabir Khan and Neelesh Misra. Aseem Mishra, who has worked with Kabir on New York, is the DOP. The music will be scored by Suhail Sen.

The film is currently shooting in Dublin from where it moves on to Turkey for its next schedule.

Aamir Khan building body

2011-10-12T08:17:00.000-07:00

(Meena Iyer, TNN)

Aamir Khan is in his recreation home in Panchgani. His sprawling bungalow, one of the most envious addresses in the hill station is the perfect hideout for Aamir who is on a diet and who is building his body for the role of the villain in Aditya Chopra's Dhoom-3.

The film is scheduled to go on floors in January 2012 and release around Christmas 2012.

Aamir has obviously carried a personal trainer with him and from what one hears the fastiduous actor is doing strenuous exercises to get those perfect abs.

A source says, He is also looking at the edit of Reema Kagti's next film. However his agenda in Panchgani right now is to get that perfect body.''

Salman's next film to be shot in five countries

2011-10-12T08:15:00.000-07:00

(Caroline D'Cruz, TNN )

If you are a die hard Salman Khan fan then here's a piece of Sallu news for you to wrap yourself around. Salman Khan starrer, " Ek Tha Tiger" will be shot in five countries, according to the director of the film, Kabir Khan.

Kabir recently tweeted, "For all those asking... Im sorry I cant reveal all the countries at this stage... all I can say is that Tiger is being shot in 5 countries.

" The film will pair Salman opposite alleged former flame Katrina Kaif and is due to release early next year. The under-production film will see Salman, who is on a hit streak with back-to-back successful films, paired opposite Katrina Kaif, the blue-eyed B-wood girl who can do no wrong. Together, let's hope this explosive jodi makes a film to remember!

Katrina Kaif turns singer for Dhoom 3

2011-10-06T00:54:00.000-07:00

(Subhash K Jha)

Katrina Kaif's dream of taking her mother, brother and sisters on a long vacation has to be put on hold for the time being.

After completing the current schedule of Ek Tha Tiger in Dublin, the actress will have to start preparing for her character in Dhoom 3 in the month that she had kept aside for her family holiday.

According to sources, Katrina has received an urgent return-to-duty call from Yashraj Films to not just learn some heavy-duty stunts but also exercise her vocal cords for her role in the sequel to Dhoom.

The actress will need to undertake para gliding lessons and a full-fledged singing course for the project. "Katrina has to go one up on the last Dhoom heroine Aishwarya Rai. That's a tall order in itself," informed a source.

Katrina, who had been planning to sing for Ali Zaqfar's album has yet been uninitiated into the realm of music. This will be the first time Katrina will sing for herself in a film.

Apart from the singing, Katrina it seems has a lot of pending work for the same film. She will need to discuss with Aditya Chopra and director Vijay Krishna Acharya about the look, body language, spoken language and attitude of her character in the project.

In fact, the singing portions of her character are now being worked out, waiting for Katrina to come down and lend her voice. Katrina remained unavailable for comment.

Rani Mukherji may tie the knot next year

2011-10-06T00:51:00.000-07:00

(HT)

Actor Rani Mukerji, 33, who is known to be dating filmmaker Aditya Chopra, may get married next year.

The actor’s father, Ram Mukerji, said that his daughter has promised him that she will do so by 2012.

“Rani is so busy that she has not been able to find time for her personal
priorities like marriage,” he added.

Rani Mukherji was last seen in No One Killed Jessica. Aditya Chopra is all set for Dhoom 3 starring Aamir Khan and Katrina Kaif.

AR Rahman talks nothing, but music: Yash Chopra

2011-10-06T00:49:00.000-07:00

(IANS)

Oscar winning composer AR Rahman`s dedication to work has left filmmaker Yash Chopra amazed.

The veteran filmmaker, who has signed up Rahman for the first time for his next directorial, is wonderstruck at his genius.

"Rahman is a genius. I am working on a film with him, and his way of working is fantastic... he`s amazing. He doesn`t talk anything but music, and he says he knows nothing but music," Chopra said at an event here Tuesday.

Chopra has roped in Rahman to compose melodies for his yet-to-be-titled film starring Shah Rukh Khan.

"Rahman just makes his own music. He says - `Yashji, I make music... you like it, you take it; you don`t like it, don`t take it. I keep making music and I like doing it`. Such is the dedication of that man," added the 79-year-old, whose last directorial venture was the cross-border love story ‘Veer-Zaara’, released in 2004.

"We have some amazing scenes in 'Ek Tha Tiger'" - Katrina

2011-10-06T00:45:00.000-07:00

(Joginder Tuteja, IndiaGlitz)

A few years back quite a few detractors had rejoiced when Katrina was signed for a serious affair like 'New York' coming from Yash Raj Films. They were sure that she would fail but Chopras had good belief in her. They played to her strengths and managed to hide her weaknesses. Now with 'Mere Brother Ki Dulhan' also finding brownie points coming it's way mainly due to Katrina's presence, they have wasted no time in rewarding her, what with a film each with Aamir Khan (Dhoom 3), Salman Khan (Ek Tha Tiger) and Shahrukh Khan (untitled film to be directed by Yash Chopra).

Call it a clich but the writing is pretty much clear on the wall - Katrina Kaif is easily Yash Chopra's newest blue eye girl, what with multiple films falling in her kitty at a rapid pace.

"Now this is something that is already making quite a few cynics hide their faces and look the other way because they had never imagined Katrina being summoned at least for those roles that required her to actually act," says a filmmaker on condition of anonymity.

As Katrina about being entrusted to deliver in quite a few biggies, especially her immediate next release 'Ek Tha Tiger' and she says, "See, we are trying our best. It is good to be shooting for the film and we have a good script in hand to work upon. As for the performance standing out then well, we have some amazing scenes, sequences and locations in 'Ek Tha Tiger' which I believe would help enhance the performance as well."

Aah, now if only Katrina could acknowledge herself a little more than being her diplomatic self, there may well have been yet another inclusion of a fiery actress in the world of Bollywood.

'Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge' is a rom-com: Saqib

2011-10-06T00:41:00.000-07:00

(Press Trust of India)

Leaving behind his father's successful business of restaurant chains, 23 year old actor Saqib Saleem, who makes his debut in Yash Raj Films' upcoming movie 'Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge', came to the city of dreams Mumbai.

Saqib hails from Delhi, where his father runs a successful restaurant business called 'Saleem's' with around 10 outlets. He assisted his father for almost six months and he got tired of it.

"During my college days, I used to help my father in his business. Also, I was modeling at the same time. I helped my dad for about six months but I was not enjoying it. I told him I want to go to Mumbai and do modelling, initially he was reluctant. He said if I do not get a job then I will have to come back and do MBA," Saqib told PTI in an interview.

When he landed in Mumbai, he did a few modelling assignments and few advertisements like 'Pepsi' ad with actor Ranbir Kapoor, 'Tata Docomo', 'KFC', 'Sprite', 'Bar One' and others.

"When I started shooting for ads, I liked being in front of camera and that built my interest for acting. I used to meet a lot of people, give auditions. But nothing fruitful happened. One of my friends got to know that Yash Raj Films

was looking for new faces. I gave auditions. It took 8-9 months, I was getting impatient, luckily I got confirmation," Saqib said.

'Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge', is a romantic comedy set against the backdrop of social networking site, directed by debutante Nupur Asthana.

"I liked the script and I did it. I feel, the youth will relate and connect with it. I think, the movie will put me in a different light and open lot of doors for me," he said.

The film, which comes from Y-Film's, the youth division of YRF, has four debut actors, Saqib Saleem, Nishant Dahiya, Saba Azad and Tara D'Souza. It will release on October 14.

The young actor has all praises for Yash Raj Films producer Aditya Chopra.

"I thank God, Aditya Chopra and YRF. When I was told I will have to meet him (Aditya), I was like I will have to behave well and be well dressed, polite and all. He is very nice and warm person...he helped us all. He gave us inputs", Saqib said.

Tara D’souza's father all praise for daughter's debut

2011-10-06T00:36:00.000-07:00

(Total Filmy)

Actress Tara D'souza, who played a surprise role in the movie “ Mere Brother Ki Dulhan" (MBKD) is unable to hide her big smile which discloses the happiness of her heart.

Tara’s dad flat on her acting skills
There’s a big reason behind this wide grin of the actress who recently watched her debut movie in a multiplex. The actress was accompanied by her father who was all praise for her and just couldn’t stop admiring the acting skills of his daughter.
Commenting on this, actress Tara informed the media, "I went to a multiplex to watch the film with friends and my dad. My dad was particularly proud of me as I sink a little into my chair after I saw myself on the massive screen. While I was conscious of reactions of the people watching the film, my dad was going around telling movie-goers 'That's my daughter in the film' with great pride. It was a great experience!"

Tara busy with her second film
Nowadays, the actress, who is popular among her fans for her doe-eyes, is busy with the events related to the promotion of her second film, “Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge." This movie will be the second production of Y-film production house. As a matter of fact, Y-film house is a subsidiary of Yash Raj Films.
Other actors who are a part of the film include Saqib Saleem, Saba Azad and Nishant Dahiya. This film will hit the screens on October 14, as per the information provided by the actress. She said, "The film is very different from other Bollywood films. It’s a short ride filled with excitement and fun, and it has good music!"

Ranveer-Anushka to reshoot scenes as chemistry is lost!

2011-10-01T05:24:00.000-07:00

(Dailybhaskar.com)

The grapevine has it that Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma’s ‘Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl’ may not be released on its sceheduled date of release, December 9 as announced by Yash Raj Films.

Shooting is still underway and there’s some re-shooting on the cards. Sources close to Yash Raj Films tell us that the unit is under considerable stress to meet the deadline and will be leaving for Goa for a four-day shoot. They will also be travelling to Lucknow.

It seems Aditya Chopra was not happy with some scenes, which need to be re-shot in Goa and Lucknow. Hopefully, this time round, director Maneesh Sharma will meet Chopra’s expectations. And, hopefully, the film will release as planned.

‘Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl’ is a fun-filled rom-con, where a smooth and charming conman, Ricky Bahl, cons girls for a living but finally meets his match.

MUJHSE FRAAANDSHIP KAROGE music launched

2011-10-01T05:22:00.000-07:00

(IBNS, Glamsham Editorial)

Yash Raj Films' youth films studio Y-Films launched the music of its forthcoming release MUJHSE FRAAANDSHIP KAROGE (MFK) in Mumbai on Wednesday with a live performance by Raghu Dixit-one of India's foremost desi rockstars who makes his Bollywood debut as music composer.

The gig that is being live streamed on the web also showcased the 4 new leads of the film Saqib Saleem, Saba Azad, Nishant Dahiya & Tara D'Souza.

Speaking on the launch, Nupur Asthana, the director of MUJHSE FRAAANDSHIP KAROGE, said, "Music & the internet are 2 things our audience can't live without."

"Our film reflects that, so clearly our music launch had to do the same. Raghu's rocked not just the songs, but also the background score of the film. And after hearing the album, your feet will want to fraaandship with your ears!"

The MUJHSE FRAAANDSHIP KAROGE music album with lyrics by Anvita Dutt features 8 songs including an explosive dance mix of one of the songs by Nikhil Chinappa, an insane rap by a set of Chennai rappers called Machas with Attitude and the fresh new voices of Shefali Alvares, Joi Baruah, Aditi Singh Sharma, Ash King, Suraj Jagan besides Vishal Dadlani & Shilpa Rao.

The songs including the ear-worm 'Uh-Oh', the nutty 'Dheaon Dheaon' and the Raghu Dixit Project classic 'Har Saans Mein' are already climbing up the charts.

MFK is a romantic comedy set against the backdrop of social networking, MUJHSE FRAAANDSHIP KAROGE tells the story of two losers, Vishal & Preity who fake their identities online to woo two really hot people, Malvika & Rahul.

Little do they know that the person they totally hate in real life is the same person, they've fallen in love with online. Making 'MFK', this season's most screwed up love story.

MUJHSE FRAAANDSHIP KAROGE... Fake It, if you can't Make It! hits the theatres on October 14.

Also Check out : http://photogallery.apunkachoice.com/pics/music-launch/mujhse-fraaandship-karoge-music-launch/200001329/

Yash Chopra turns 79 today

2011-09-27T08:01:00.000-07:00

(NDTV movies)

Veteran director Yash Chopra turns 79 today.

Ranked among the top commercial directors of Hindi cinema, Yash Chopra has been associated with more than 30 films in a career spanning over five decades.

Acknowledging Yash Chopra's birthday is family friend and director-producer Karan Johar.

"He is my mentor,my inspiration,a father figure...a true legend...happy birthday yash uncle....more power to you!!! Love you lots...." Karan Johar tweeted.

Among the first directors to present gorgeous locations such as Switzerland, Holland and Germany in his films, Yash Chopra's hits include Deewar, Kabhi Kabhie, Silsila, Lamhe, Chandni, Darr, Dil To Pagal Hai, and Veer-Zaara.

Major honours received by Yash Chopra include the Filmfare Award for Best Director and the Filmfare Award for Best Movie, four times each.

He has been awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2001 and the Padma Bhushan in 2005.

Katrina: No trouble on Ek Tha Tiger sets

2011-09-27T07:58:00.000-07:00

(Rediff)

Recent reports suggested that there was union trouble for the unit of Kabir Khan's Ek Tha Tiger while shooting at an outdoor location in Dublin.

The film's heroine Katrina Kaif denies this. "This is the first time I am hearing of this. What trouble? Which workers' strike? We've been shooting here uninterrupted since we arrived. There's been absolutely no disturbance of any kind. In fact, the local people here are very supportive. They go out of their way to make us feel at home," she says.

The only sore point, if any, is that Katrina is shooting during the night.

"I am unable to keep in touch with anyone back home because I am asleep during the day," she says.

Yet, she tries to keep tabs on the collections of her last release Mere Brother Ki Dulhan. "Imran (Khan), Ali (Zafar) and I had so much fun shooting it. It was one of the most enjoyable shootings of my life. We'd do a shot and then laugh over it for hours."

The idea of a Mere Brother sequel has been put forward. If it materializes, Katrina is game for it.

'Priyanka Chopra's cousin replaces Anushka Sharma'

2011-09-27T07:56:00.000-07:00

(VICKEY LALWANI , Mumbai Mirror)

It seems that Anushka Sharma is no longer the blue-eyed girl of Yash Raj Films.

And it seems that Priyanka Chopra's cousin Parineeti has taken over. Parineeti, who features in Ladies v/s Ricky Bahl, was the latest YRF discovery. Initially, the industry was abuzz with speculation that Anushka would star opposite Boney Kapoor's son Arjun in Habib Faisal's next. But now we hear that Parineeti has been considered for the role.

A source told Mumbai Mirror, "YRF has decided that Parineeti is apt for the role. Habib Faisal is also very keen to work with Parineeti. Ditto for Aditya Chopra, who always takes most of the final decisions in YRF. An official announcement will be made in this regard very soon."

Before she was signed up for Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl, Parineeti used to work in the marketing section of YRF Films. However, Aditya Chopra felt she was actress material. "Parineeti is doing an excellent job in Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl. She has good acting abilities. She fits the role in Habib's film perfectly," added the source.

When contacted, the YRF spokesperson said, "Anushka was never an option as the role needs a new girl. No final decision has been taken yet. We shall make an announcement as soon as we finalise the cast."

Katrina Kaif In Dhoom 3

2011-09-23T23:34:00.000-07:00

(YRF)

After an extensive hunt for a new face for the leading lady for DHOOM:3, which included international aspirants as well, Yash Raj Films is now pleased to announce and confirm that Katrina Kaif will play this role.

The Director, Vijay Krishna Acharya (Victor), along with Aditya Chopra, has made this choice after considerable deliberations. When asked on the selection process, Victor said: “After almost a year of searching for a new face for DHOOM:3, we were still unable to find the perfect debutant to play the lead role. We even reached out to international talent but were still unable to find someone who stood out. Both Adi and I really wanted to be sure that the person we chose would be perfect for the role. Once we decided to go with a known face and not pursue the new-comer route, Katrina was the obvious choice for all of us. She is someone who we all know will bring tremendous enthusiasm and commitment to the film. The first time pairing of Aamir with Katrina will also certainly add value.”

Produced by Aditya Chopra, DHOOM:3 is written and directed by Victor, who had also written DHOOM & DHOOM 2.

Apart from Aamir Khan, who plays the anti-hero in the film, both Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra will continue in their now iconic roles of Jai Dixit and Ali.

The film will begin shooting end of this year and is slated for a 2012 Christmas release.

Director Ali Zafar to assist Kabir Khan in 'Ek Tha Tiger'

2011-09-22T10:16:00.001-07:00

(Mid - Day)

The director of the film, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, Ali Zafar is off to Dublin to assist Kabir Khan in his film, Ek Tha Tiger.

As the second unit director Ali will be supervising the action sequences.

Ali shares a special bond with Kabir, who he assisted in New York and instead of working on his next he thought it was better idea to join Kabir's team and learn a few more things. Impressive.

Check Out the Unique Making of “Dheaon Dheaon” – Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge

2011-09-22T10:14:00.000-07:00

( By BollySpice Editors)

Y-Films’ Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge is taking its being ‘India’s first Facebook love story’ very seriously and has now tapped into a host of internet biggies to promote its film in an innovative way. Kickstarting the action is one of India’s coolest online influencers, VJ & DJ, Nikhil Chinapa – to host a very twisted version of a ‘Making of’. Versus the regular questions about characters, etc. Chinapa quizzes the gang on their weirdest online habits, social media cock-ups and more.

First off the block is a hilarious take on the song ‘Dheaon Dheaon’ – a mad koothu-hip-hop fusion track from the film. ‘Dheaon Dheaon’ has been scored by Raghu Dixit, one of the country’s most talented indie musicians, and sung by Vishal Dadlani and Aditi Singh Sharma, featuring rap by Machas with Attitude.

So, if you’re liking the lip lockings and grooving to the hip-hoppings, check out how this track was made.

Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge is a romantic comedy set against the backdrop of social networking. The film tells the story of two losers, Vishal & Preity who fake their identities online to woo two really hot people, Malvika & Rahul. Little do they know that the person they totally hate in real life is the same person, they’ve fallen in love with online. Making ‘MFK’, this season’s most screwed up love story.

The film marks the debut of four very talented actors, Saqib Saleem, Saba Azad, Tara D’Souza & Nishant Dahiya besides director, Nupur Asthana who was previously known for hugely popular cult TV shows like Hip Hip Hurray & Mahi Way and of course, Raghu Dixit.

Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge… Fake It, if you can’t Make It! In cinemas, October 14th 2011.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=F8Qy_mcFhg8