Imran follows the footsteps of uncle Aamir

Actor Imran Khan is following in the footsteps of his uncle Aamir Khan and pasting posters of his new film "Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola" on taxis.

Imran recounts the similarity between his way and what Aamir once did.

"Twenty four years ago Aamir uncle pasted the posters of his film 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak'. I remember him telling the story that he and my mother were roaming around the by-lanes of Bandra and seeking the permission of rickshaw drivers to paste the posters of his film and telling them that he is the hero of the film," the 29-year-old said here Monday while promoting the film.

"Flash forward 24 years and I find myself doing the same thing. Actually in our city public transport is the most important thing whether it is rickshaw, taxis or buses, it has always been the lifeline of the city. I think it is the easiest way to communicate and reach out to the people," he added.

Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, "Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola" also features Anushka Sharma, Pankaj Kapur and Shabana Azmi. It hits theatres Jan 11.

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Huge dearth of writers in Bollywood; Paresh Rawal

Actor Paresh Rawal feels there is a huge dearth to writers in the Hindi film industry.

"There is a huge dearth of writers in Bollywood but one good thing is that at least we have stopped stealing films from Hollywood," Paresh told IANS.

"After many cases now we have started working a bit in writing, earlier many of them used to get the DVD's and say we want to do this film and at least that has changed. Many good writers are coming. Things are going to change but again it's a virtue out of helplessness," he added.

However, the veteran actor is all praises for new actors.

"The new breed of actors is very hard working and very knowledgeable. They know what they are doing. Rajeev Khandelwal and Ranbir Kapoor, I think, are terrific," the 62-year-old said.

Paresh is gearing for the release of new film "Table No 21" that features Rajeev Khandelwal and Tena Desae. It is due to release Jan 4.

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Vijeta Pandit distraught over missing sister

Former actress and wife of music composer Aadesh Shrivastav, Vijeta Pandit, is sickened and distraught with worry about her sister Sandhya Singh, who has gone missing since Dec 13.

Vijeta, whose fear is that her sister was killed for her jewellery just as she was about to enter a bank, is baffled that Mumbai police have not been able to gather any information on her whereabouts.

Crazed with worry Vijeta says: "What has happened to my sister? We don't know! She's happily married and she is the prettiest among us sisters. She's two years older than me. Unlike Sulakshana Didi and me, she never wanted to be part of the cinema industry. She's happy being a housewife. The police seem clueless. For 13 days I've been travelling back and forth from my home to the police station to my sister's place in Vashi. So far we've hit only a dead end. My sister was so happy. Her husband was a commissioner in the excise department and she had two lovely children whom she was extremely fond of."

Then Vijeta corrected herself: "Why am I speaking of her in the past tense? We're all praying she would return. Sandhya's one weakness is jewellery. She is too tooooo attached to jewellery and wears tonnes of it. She has lots of her husband's ancestral ornaments and she loves to flash them around. I always warn her not to travel with so much jewellery. Whenever she comes home I make her take off all the jewellery and tie it up in a handkerchief, put it her purse before she travels back home to Vashi."

Vijeta's other sister Sulakshana stays with Vijeyta and Aadesh. She has still to be told of the trauma the family faces, as she is considered too weak to handle such news.

Vijeta said: "If Sulakshana Didi comes to know that our sister is missing, she wouldn't be able to take it. She wouldn't be able to bear the shock."

"We're hoping the criminals would take the jewellery and release my sister," Vijeta says.

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Honour to do biopic on Smita Patil;Chitrangada Singh

Actress Chitrangada Singh, who many believe resembles Smita Patil, says it would be an honour to do a biopic on the late actress.

"I would love to do a biopic. Biopics are really working very well these days. I would be more than happy to do a biopic," Chitrangada told IANS.

Asked if she would be open to one on Smita Patil, she said: "I think it will be a big honour to play Smita in reel life. I would love to do a biopic on Smita Patil. I have never given it a thought, but now I feel it would be great to do so."

Smita Patil was known for her work in films like "Bhumika", "Shakti" and "Arth". The actress died in 1986 following childbirth complications. She was 31.

Chitrangada says she considers it a compliment when people compare her with Smita Patil.

"It is an added advantage for me. Many feel that my face resembles her. It feels really great when people are remind of a person, who is not there, through me," she said.

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Shah Rukh makes me feel special: Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone, who made a dream debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in the 2007 movie "Om Shanti Om", reunites with the superstar on screen for "Chennai Express" and says the two are closer now.

"I feel Shah Rukh is still the same. He is as talented as he was (then). Now I have got even closer to him than before. You never get bored with him! He always makes me feel special," Deepika told IANS.

The actress is busy juggling commitments for her two films, "Chennai Express" and "Ram Leela".

"For 'Chennai Express', we are shooting in the outskirts of Mumbai, and 'Ram Leela' will be shot in Mumbai, Gujarat and Rajasthan," she said.

"Ram Leela" is a project by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and Deepika features opposite Ranveer Singh in it.

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Birthday wishes galore for Salman 'Dabangg' Khan

From his "Maine Pyar Kiya" co-star Bhagyashree to his "Dabangg 2" director and brother Arbaaz Khan -- many celebrities from the Hindi film fraternity have wished "happiness" and "good health" for superstar Salman Khan, who celebrates his 47th birthday Thursday.

Here's what Bollywood's twitterati has wished for Salman:

Arbaaz Khan: Happy Birthday Salman! Wish you good health and happiness always. Thanks for being a great brother. Love you.

Karan Johar: Happy birthday Salman Khan. May the force be with you always!! Have a blessed year.

Sonakshi Sinha: Happy birthday Pandeyji

Sonu Sood: Salman Khan - Happy birthday bhai.

Kunal Kohli: Happy birthday to Salman Khan, who has entertained us through so many of his films. Here's to many more.

Bhagyashree: Salman Khan - To a special person who is a part of my fondest memories: Wish you a very happy birthday. Keep shining.

Rannvijay Singha: Bhai!! Salman Khan, happy birthday!!

Kabir Sadanand: Happy birthday to the man who outclasses the rest.

Neha Dhupia: Happy birthday Salman Khan... simply the best!

Divya Dutta: Happy birthday Salman Khan! Have a great one!

Mini Mathur: Happy birthday Salman Khan. The most real, fun person of all time.

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Any girl would love to marry Salman;Shreyas

Salman Khan, who turned 47 Thursday, is called 'bhai' by many, but actor Shreyas Talpade praises him and says any girl would love to marry him.

"Unfortunately, everybody calls him 'bhai'! But his fan following is so huge that any girl would love to marry him. He is loved by one and all," the 36-year-old said here Wednesday at the launch of a video album named "Hogi Salman Ki Shaadi".

Shreyas further praised the superstar's philanthropic nature.

"He has done a lot for a lot of people and it's not only the screen persona, but off-screen also. He is such a person, who is very kind to everyone, helps everyone and wants good for everyone," Shreyas said.

"Obviously people will think good for him. And I think any girl in India would give her right hand to get married to Salman," he added.

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10 best independent films of 2012 in Retrospect

In a year when big-budget, star-studded Bollywood films and the Rs.100 crore club made headlines, there were some small-budget independent films too, which managed to attract eyeballs, with their strong storylines and visual appeal, without any backing from studios or actors.

IANS lists 10 best independent films, which left an impact at various national and international film festivals during 2012.

"Kshay": Shot completely in black-and-white, "Kshay" directed by debutant Karan Gour, is a psychological drama about obsession. Rasika Duggal's portrayal of an obsessive housewife was outstanding. The film played in four festivals including last year's Dubai International Film Festival and won awards and critical acclaim from western critics.

"Ship of Theseus": Known for writing soaps like "Kyunkii Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" and "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki", debutant director Anand Gandhi addressed questions such as redemption and death in his first feature length film "Ship of Theseus" with the support of stunning performances by its actors. The film made quite a stir at the Toronto International Film Festival.

"Gattu": A heart-warming tale of childlike innocence hidden within us. "Gattu" was made with the help of Children's Film Society of India. The story of a young boy obsessed with kite-flying, "Gattu" may be yet another children's film but in essence it highlights the power of hope. Directed by Rajan Khosa, the film was held in high regard by critics and film reviewers all over the world.

"Mumbai Cha Raja": Manjeet Singh's "Mumbai Cha Raja" explores the underbelly of Mumbai during the rainy Ganesh festival. Touted to be India's answer to "Slumdog Millionaire", this film is a perfect blend of joy, sorrow and misfortune. The film was the official selection at the Toronto International Film Festival 2012, the Abu Dhabi Film Festival New Horizons Competition and the Mumbai Film Festival Indian Competition.

"Miss Lovely": Ashim Ahluwalia's "Miss Lovely" traverses through a long forgotten era of C-grade Bollywood horror and porn films. Starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Niharika Singh, the film competed in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival. It also won two awards at the 14th Mumbai Film Festival this year.

"Supermen of Malegaon" (SOM): SOM takes us through the lives of people, who are united over a single goal to produce a Malegaon version of "Superman" by making spoofs on Bollywood films. Before its theatrical release in June this year, the film bagged 15 awards at various film festivals.

"Good Night Good Morning" (GNGM): Shot completely in black-and-white, GNGM plunges into the psyche of the viewers by highlighting the strong desire to be loved. Following screenings at several international film festivals, the tragic yet comedy film saw a theatrical release in India Jan 20 and opened to mostly positive reviews.

"Shuttlecock Boys": The film was made by all first timers. Most of the cast members are non-actors and didn't have any formal training. The film revolves around the lives, successes and failures of four friends who hail from lower middle class backgrounds in Delhi. It made its way to festivals including the Gotham Screen International Film Festival, New York, the Seattle South Asian Film Festival and the Chicago South Asian Film Festival.

"Delhi in A Day": Prashant Nair's debut feature, set against the backdrop of a rich family in Delhi, makes a strong statement on the socio-economic strata without deviating from the crux of the plot. The film had flashes of comedy to shine a light on the uncomfortable realities of contemporary life.

"Peddlers": Crime-thriller "Peddlers" is an ode to Mumbai that narrates a raw story of three characters that share an almost appalling behaviour since childhood. The film was screened as part of the 2012 International Critics' Week, an independent film event which runs parallel to the Cannes Film Festival in southern France.

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My birth biggest gift for everyone;Salman Khan

Salman Khan is known for entertaining people with his witty one-liners and the superstar, who turns 47 Thursday, was seen in a similar avatar on his birthday too.

Asked which is the best gift that he has received so far, Salman, on a lighter note, said: "Main paida ho gaya yeh hi sabse bada gift hai sabke liye (My birth is the biggest gift for everyone)."

Each year, Salman celebrates his birthday with his friends and family at his farm house, but this year, he says there is no party as such.

"There is no party as such. Friends and families have been wishing me since morning," the actor told reporters at his Galaxy Apartments home.

Though Salman says there is no birthday bash, reports suggest that he, along with his family, will leave for Panvel in the afternoon, where there will be a celebration with close family and friends.

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Aamir is a living legend; Kareena

Actress Kareena Kapoor calls actor Aamir Khan a living legend.

"Aamir is a living legend. He has a beautiful mind and he definitely is one of the finest actors of all time," Kareena said during India's Prime Icon programme aired on Big CBS Prime.

The actor is competing with the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, Sachin Tendulkar, A.R. Rahman and Narendra Modi for the title of "India's Prime Icon".

Kareena's elder sister Karisma Kapoor, who has worked with Aamir in "Raja Hindustani", also heaped praise at the actor.

"Aamir is most definitely an icon and a true legend. He is always up to something new and different. I've had the opportunity of working with him in iconic films like 'Raja Hindustani' and 'Andaaz Apna Apna'," Karisma said.

"I'm really happy that after 'Talaash' and '3 Idiots' even Kareena-Aamir jodi has become a hit pair," she added.

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ABCD star Salman Yusuff had a bad injury at Big Star Award

On Sunday evening in Big Star Entertainment Award show, choreographer- actor Salman Yusuff Khan had a bad injury due to a high fall. Salman was performing on a song from his upcoming dance based film ABCD.

Anybody Can Dance star was performing with Remo D’ souza and Prabhu Deva in Big Star Entertainment Award last days when he had to jump on a plank from a height of more than 15 feet. But he met with an accident.       

The act had to go on without him and Salman was taken to Kokilaben Hospital immediately. There doctors gave him anesthesia and took X-rays. He had bruises on his body badly. Doctors had doubted paralysis as he was not responding to pain on his left side. But after it was cleared and doctors told about his stable condition. He will be fine soon.

Actor Salman is in Kokilaben Hospital and feeling an intensive pain also he is facing problem to talk in under the high potency medicine.

Slaman Yusuff Khan is one of the star cast of Remo D’ Souza’s upcoming film Anybody Can Dance  having Prabhu Deva in the lead cast. Remo and Prabhu went to visit him after the performance.

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Director Sexena’s all praises for Nasha lady

“Jism” director believes that Poonam Panday is far talented than Bipasha Basu. She is bold and passionate for her work. Amit Sexena’s all praises for her “Nasha” lady. Poonam Panday is making her Indian film debut with adult movie “Nasha”, starring the actress in the lead cast. Film “Nasha” has hot and steamy scenes.

Director Sexena sticks with the note that Poonam is very concentrated on her work. She is passionate and her bold nature is the main element that fulfills the character demands. Poonam is much comfortable and spontaneous on camera. He is deeply inspired by talent and capabilities of kingfisher model Poonam. He sees a bright future for Poonam Panday.

         

Earlier director Amit Sexena did “Jism”. It is still its own kind of film. “Jism” starred Bipasha Basu and John Abraham in the lead cast. It was release almost a decade ago.  Amit directed Bipasha Basu in “Jism” and he concluded that Poonam is more talented than Bipasha. Whereas,  Bips was unavailable for the comment.

Poonam shared her secret tip regarding her talent, she reveals that she use to listen music to keep herself charge and active. She loves bold acting. First look of the film is quite bold. Along Sexena, I think now everyone can guess about her talent.

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Award give you confidence and encourages you to work hard: Arjun Kapoor

“Ishqzaade” star Arjun Kapoor believes that awards give you confidence in life and encourages you to work hard. He was talking in Big Star Entertainment Award on 16 Dec.

Currently the 27 years old actor has bagged with “Aurangzeb”, “Gunday” and “2 States”. For “Aurangzeb” he will appear in a double role and the actor found it’s too challenging. He made his Bollywood debut with “Ishqzaade” along Parineeti Choipra.

Arjun Kapoor said that it’s good to have an award. People like your work so you achieve award. There is a Jury award which shows that your seniors like your performance. He prefers audience love over an award. He said that if people will love you then you will get award. Audience is the final jury. Actors are here to entertain people.

An award makes you more confident and pushes you to do more and more. Audience matters for the young actor than award. Arjun will come up with “Aurangzeb”, “2 states” and “Gunday” in coming year.

In “Gunday” he will share screen with Ranveer Singh and in “2 Statets” he will appear along Alia Bhatt who made her debut with “Student of The Year”.

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Mahima Chaudry wants to make come back in film industry

“Dhadkan” star Mahima Chaudry is planning to make a small comeback in film industry after a gap of four year. Mahima married to an architect Bobby Mukherjee in 2006 and after two years the couple blessed with a little princess.

Actress Mahima wants to make her comeback in regional cinema as she believes they have strong scripts. She does not want an extra ordinary role but the character should have interesting dimension. Along this she does not want to take pressure. She is enjoying her motherhood.

Mahima believes that things change with time. Before marriage she was crazy about films but after having a baby she is fully devoted to her and enjoying her motherhood. She recently hosted a children’s show.

She had a low profile before taking off from films. Her films did not go well but actress is satisfy and positive. She said, she did those roles because she found that interesting. She got the opportunity to do different roles. She said actors do many roles and all of them are not appreciated by people.

Mahima Chaudry rather did not do any film in last some years but socially she was inter- connected with her friends and colleagues. She met with them on Amitabh Bachchan’s mega birthday bash this year.

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Dabangg 2 is on the way, releasing tomorrow 21 Dec

Slaman Khan is coming up to cinemas with his most awaiting sequel “Dabangg 2”. Film will release on 21 Dec, Fridary. “Dabangg 2” has Salman Khan and Sonakhshi Sinha in the main cast.

After a blockbuster success of “Dabang” in 2010, producer made the sequel “Dabangg 2” which has Dabang’s stars in their previous avatars. “Dabang” was about a corrupt but kind hearted cop played by Salman Khan who fell in love with Sonakshhi and finally married to her.

For “Dabangg 2”, story will move around Salman and Sonakhshi’s post marriage life. Salman as Chulbul Panday seems happy with his marriage and will also feature his romance genre with his love lady.

Newlywed Kareena Kapoor also has a hot item song “Fevicol Se” in the film which is choreographed by Farah Khan. Song “Fevicol” is getting good feedback from the viewers. It’s Kareena’s second post marriage success.  She has appreciated for her role in latest release “Talaash”.

Recently news came out that “Dabangg 2” hanged in a legal problem.  Granddaughter of filmmaker Shailendra, Priyanka Shaily Shailendra sent a legal notice to “Dabangg 2” filmmaker that the song in film “Paandyji Seeti Maare” is copied from his grandfather’s film “Teesri Kasam” from song “Chala Musafir”. She said that producers did not take permission from Shailendra’s family.

“Dabangg 2” is releasing on 21 December.

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Sunny Leone proud to be most searched personality online

Indo-Canadian adult movie actress Sunny Leone is proud to learn that she is the most searched personality online, in India.

The actress was named the most searched celebrity in Google's annual Zeitgeist list.
The second position went to veteran actor Rajesh Khanna, who passed away in July this year.
"It is a very proud moment for me. Me and my husband Daniel Weber have worked really hard to get recognition and it is really overwhelming that people and my fans are searching me online," Sunny told IANS.
"I consider myself lucky. I am just one film old in Bollywood and despite that I have achieved so much," she added.
The actress made her Bollywood debut with Mahesh Bhatt's "Jism 2" and will next be seen in Ekta Kapoor's "Ragini MMS 2".
Sunny said she always wanted to achieve such recognition, but thought it was impossible.
"I always wanted to be here but thought it is not possible. But after being here I feel anything is possible. It is so amazing. It is indeed a proud moment for me and my husband Daniel," she added.

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Prashant turns composer for Dhishkiyaon !

After some hard-hitting performances as an actor, Prashant Narayanan has turned composer for a song for his upcoming film "Dhishkiyaon".
"I am also composing the title track of 'Dhishkiyaon'. I am working on the end title track as a composer," Prashant said here Thursday at the premiere of his new film "Cigarette Ki Tarah."
"Dhishkiyaon" is being co-produced by Shilpa Shetty, but the actress is not ready to talk about it yet.
Asked the reason behind it, Prashant said, "She must be tight-lipped about it because they say that 'nazar lag jaati hai'".
"The film is being made with such love. So I am sure Shilpa must be thinking that if we start talking about it then it may be bad omen because a beautiful film is being made," he added.
"Dhishkiyaon" also stars Harman Baweja and Sanjay Dutt.

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Talaash Enters Rs.100 crore club

Aamir Khan-starrer suspense thriller "Taalash" has made it to the Rs. 100 crore club. The film has raked in Rs.131.78 crore worldwide.
The film, directed by Reema Kagti, and co-produced by Farhan Akhtar-Ritesh Sidhwani's Excel Entertaiment and Aamir Khan Productions, earned Rs.85.38 crore at the domestic box office within 13 days of its release, Nov 30.
The film has grossed Rs.46.40 crore overseas. "Talaash" also features Rani Mukerji and Kareena Kapoor. 
It was made on a budget of Rs.40 crore, and released across 2,500 screens. Its satellite rights were sold for Rs. 40 crore.

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Amisha Patel walks out of 'Singh Saheb The Great'

Actress Ameesha Patel has walked out of filmmaker Anil Sharma's "Singh Saheb The Great" because of ever-changing schedules.

 "Gooddmorning guys. Yes, the news is true... I have had to back out of 'Singh Saheb The Great' due to ever-changing schedules. My best wishes to Anil Sharma," Ameesha tweeted.
Ameesha was paired opposite Sunny Deol in "Singh Saheb The Great". The project was reuniting the pair with director Anil Sharma since their 2001 hit "Gadar: Ek Prem Katha".
"Hope Anil Sharma makes another kickass film like 'Gadar...'. Unfortunately, I can't be a part of the film," she added.
"Singh Saheb The Great" also features Amrita Rao.
Ameesha was last seen in the 2011 film "Chatur Singh Two Star" and currently has films like "Race 2", "Shortcut Romeo" and "Bhaiyyaji Superhitt" in her kitty.

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan inaugurates Kalyan Jewellers Vadodara Mega Showroom

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