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Peepli Live actor wants to meet Katrina
Jul 26th
Kunal M Shah (MUMBAI MIRROR; July 26, 2010)
Omkardas Manikpuri, an actor from the prestigious theatre house founded by late Habib Tanvir Sahib, Naya Theatre, was taken completely by surprise when all stars walked to him in praise of the promos of Peepli Live.
Karan Johar, Rani Mukherjee and Sharman Joshi all personally got themselves introduced to Natha (as Manikpuri is fondly known) and told him that they really liked what they saw in promos. Manikpuri now wants to meet Katrina Kaif since he is fascinated by her glamour.
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He managed to gather the guts to request Aamir for the same. Aamir was first shocked and then started laughing as he found Natha’s request so adorable.
He promised that once he would be back from the tour of Peepli Live promotions in the UK he would surely arrange a meeting.
When contacted, Omkardas Manikpuri confirmed, “Yes, I have told Aamir sir. It is a very personal request, so I don’t want to talk about it.”
Dibakar’s next on Rajiv Gandhi assassination?
Jul 26th
The filmmaker is shooting a political thriller loosely based on the ex-Prime Minister’s murder; Abhay Deol and Emraan Hashmi will act
Kunal M Shah (MUMBAI MIRROR; July 26, 2010)
Now that Dibakar Banerjee has had his fill with understanding the complexities of personal relationships in Love Sex Aur Dhokha, the director is taking an interest in politics.
His next is supposedly a political thriller that is loosely based on ex-Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi’s assassination. The film will star Abhay Deol and Emraan Hashmi in the lead roles. Dibakar is yet to cast an actress to play the female lead.
A source says, “Dibakar is considering Manisha Koirala and Sushmita Sen for the role of a female politician in the film. Talks are also on with Kalki for playing the female lead in the film.”
Apparently, Dibakar has been wanting to make this political thriller for long now, but he got busy with LSD and this project was put on hold. Initially, he had planned to make the political thriller with Imran Khan and Abhay Deol with Katrina Kaif as the female lead.
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But Dibakar’s plans with Imran Khan didn’t work out because the actor couldn’t work out dates for the director. Imran Khan has now lost the film to his namesake (well almost), Emraan Hashmi.
Although the film is not based on the late Prime Minister’s life, it supposedly revolves around his death and the way he was killed. Dibakar has been researching diligently on attacks on top political leaders of the world.
When contacted, Emraan Hashmi confirms and says, “Yes I am in talks with Dibakar.” But despite repeated calls, Dibakar Banerjee remained unavailable for comment.
Imran’s got Katrina and Priyanka panting
Jul 26th
Both hotties are now eyeing the light-eyed boy
Meena Iyer | TNN (BOMBAY TIMES; July 26, 2010)
In the flaky world of films everyone is as good as his last Friday. And the light-eyed Imran Khan, who had a hit in I Hate Luv Storys, is suddenly the object of Bollywood’s desire. Super-hotties Katrina Kaif and Priyanka Chopra, who were chasing Ranbir Kapoor fast and furiously, completely over-looked Imran who was standing in the bylanes post those disasters Kidnap and Luck. In fact, when Sanjay Gadhvi’s 7 Days in Paris with Imran and Kat fell by the wayside after these two actors reportedly had “issues”, Kat didn’t even blink her mascaraed lashes. And PC, too, seemed in no hurry to come to the rescue of the pariah called Imran.
But all that stands changed post IHLS. And, why aren’t we surprised that the hoity-toity actresses now have a different stance on Aamir Khan’s light-eyed nephew. Reliable sources say that after Karan Johar announced his Short Term Shaadi (working title) with Kareena Kapoor and Imran, he reportedly got a message from Kat asking him why she was not selected for the Imran film. It is said that Karan assured her that his banner would be making many more films with Imran and, of course, Kat would be definitely considered for a role with the boy.
Sources close to Priyanka say that she has to choose between two films currently. One is said to be with Imran and the second could be Kunal Kohli’s film with Saif Ali Khan. PC is now in a dilemma on which of the two she should green-light. Her feelings for Imran are ditto that of Kat’s. Post IHLS the boy has the halo.
So, the clever PC is expected to do a photo-session with Imran to check out how good they look together. It clearly means that without saying anything, PC is making her preference evident. Or she may say yes to the Saif film, as well as the Imran one. Till yesterday, Kareena was envious of the fact that Kat and PC had a Ranbir in their kitty. Today the shoe is on the other foot. Both these girls want what Bebo has. Honestly, in this dog-eat-dog industry, the bone of contention is constantly changing. Now Imran has them all panting!
Kangna in Salman’s next?
Jul 24th
The actress will star opposite Khan in his maiden production, to be directed by Mahesh Manjrekar
Vickey Lalwani (MUMBAI MIRROR; July 24, 2010)
For Kangna Ranaut, year 2010 is proving to be rather experimental. After being oddly paired with Ajay Devgn in Ekta Kapoor’s Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai, Kangna has now been paired with none other than Salman Khan.
According to sources, Salman Khan has cast Kangna Ranaut in his first maiden production. The film will be directed by Mahesh Manjrekar and will have Salman playing the lead. It’s surprising that instead of casting Katrina Kaif or perhaps her look-alike Zarine Khan, Salman has chosen Kangna.
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From her days at Vishesh Films (Gangster, Woh Lamhe), Kangna has indeed come a long way. A few days ago, as we reported, she signed the Sanjay Dutt production Rascals. Her latest catch, Salman Khan’s untitled production, is definitely a big accomplishment.
Talking about Salman casting Kangna, the source said, “Salman and Manjrekar wanted someone who could emote very strongly and look glamorous too.” Her 12 different hairdos in Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai, should take care of the glamour part.
When contacted, Mahesh Manjrekar confirmed that he is working on a film, which will be produced by Salman. “The film will have a lot of elements. It will be a hard-hitting film with its fair share of comedy,” he said.
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The film is a remake of his recent Marathi film, Shikshanacha Aaicha Gho.
Hesitant about divulging more details on the film, Manjrekar clarified that the project is at a very nascent stage right now. He said, “It is too early to talk about it since we are still working out a few details. The picture will be clear in the next five days.”
Salman and Kangna remained unavailable for comment.
Priyanka swaps roles in Silence?
Jul 22nd
When a weaker female role in Anurag Basu’s biopic Silence had no takers, Priyanka Chopra opted for it, and sacrificed her coveted role for it
Subhash K Jha (MUMBAI MIRROR; July 22, 2010)
After the Kites debacle, a new turn of events has ruined Anurag Basu’s year. His Kishore Kumar biopic has been put on hold. Apparently, the film needs extensive research, and is no longer financially feasible.
According to a director-friend of Ranbir Kapoor (who was supposed to play Kishore), “Ranbir has stopped talking about the Kishore Kumar biopic. It’s no longer a lucrative project anymore.”
When Anurag decided to focus on his prestigious project Silence, starring Ranbir Kapoor as a deaf and mute hero, he cast Priyanka Chopra to play the role of a mentally challenged girl. Not in his wildest dreams had Anurag expected that this casting will be the root of his problems.
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Asin was supposed to play the other female part in the film. When Asin turned that down, Katrina stepped in. But both opted out later. Why? Because by then, both Asin and Katrina had discovered that the part Priyanka had been chosen for was actually a far stronger role.
As a result, this other female part had no takers and this had put the film on hold for six months.
Until Priyanka stepped in. Apparently, Priyanka, who thinks the project is too precious to be endangered, has now volunteered to play the vacant female part (which is believed to be the weaker part), so the more powerful female part would be easier to cast.
At one time Kajol had similarly volunteered to play the other female lead in Karan Johar’s Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, when every girl in tinsel town had turned down the role Rani Mukerji played.
Says a reliable source, “Silence is too powerful a project to be stalled. Priyanka knows this and is only too happy to do whatever is best for the project. Even if it means swapping roles.” When contacted Anurag Basu said, “It’s true we’ve been unable to cast the other part. We have time. We’ll sort it out.”
Wonder which part Anurag is referring to now?
Check Out: Hrithik, Farhan, Abhay running with the bulls
Jul 21st
By Bollywood Hungama News Network, July 21, 2010 – 12:22 IST
If there is something that almost guarantees to be a complete paisa vasool for an audience, then it is nothing short of watching the likes of Hrithik Roshan, Katrina Kaif, Farhan Akhtar and Abhay Deol coming together on screen, with the backdrops ranging from Greece, Turkey and Spain. Now, if that isn’t complete feast for the eye, then, what is?
The actors are currently shooting for Zoya Akhtar’s Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. If the shoot locations are anything to go by, then, this is one film which truly promises to be different to the core. Zoya took all the painstaking efforts to shoot the film in Spain for the bull-running matches. Well, for starters, each year, from the 7th till the 14th of July, millions jam-pack their way into Pamplona to kick-start Spain’s most famous bull-running fiesta to honour Navarre capital’s patron saint, San Fermin. The adjoining picture is taken from one such moment. No prizes for guessing, as to why this film was earlier titled as Running With The Bulls!
If the bull-fighting wasn’t enough, then, Zoya went ahead and shot yet popular custom – a match where they hurl and throw tomato at each other. Keep watching this space for more such exciting adventures from the sets of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara!
BOLLYWOOD HUNGAMA.COM
Katrina gets the biggest birthday surprise ever
Jul 21st
By Subhash K. Jha, July 21, 2010 – 10:54 IST
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For her birthday this week Katrina Kaif, got a surprise she would never forget. While Katrina was shooting with Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar and Abhay Deol at the Running Of The Bulls festival in the crowded streets of Pamplona in Spain, director Zoya Akhtar shouted in the dictaphone for the shooting to be halted.
Suddenly the noisy festive bustle went quiet and Zoya announced it was Katrina’s birthday. Everyone was ordered to sing ‘Happy Birthday’ to Katrina.
Recalling the emotional moment with great pleasure Katrina says, “Suddenly there were 500 people Spanish, Indian and every nationality you can imagine, on this main street of Pamplona singing ‘Happy Birthday’ to me. It was an awesome moment and the best birthday gift I’ve ever had. It was very considerate of Zoya to arrange this surprise for me.”
The whole cast was shooting together in Spain for Zoya Akhtar’s Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara by participating in one of Spain’s biggest festive events, the Encierro, or Running Of The Bulls festival.
Expains a source, “Since Zoya’s film is set in Spain the first thing that came to the team’s mind was a bullfight. But they all thought that was too predictable. So they hit upon the Running Of The Bulls festival.
BOLLYWOOD HUNGAMA.COM
Vidya out of Dhamaal 2?
Jul 20th
Vidya Balan is no longer a part of Dhamaal 2. She was unhappy with her remuneration as well as the character she was playing
Vickey Lalwani (MUMBAI MIRROR; July 20, 2010)
Vidya Balan is out of Inder Kumar’s next Dhamaal 2. The buzz in the trade is that Vidya was neither too happy with the money she was being offered for her role, nor with the role per se.
A source says, “Vidya asked for a price which she deserves after she catapulted to the top bracket of actors, post the success of Paa and Ishqiya. She asked for Rs 1.5 crore (approximately). Like any other actor would in her place, she too has hiked up her market price.”
According to the film industry standards, the market prices of Kareena Kapoor and Katrina Kaif are believed to be Rs 1.5 crore (approximately) and that of Priyanka Chopra’s around Rs 1 crore. Hence, given Vidya’s career graph in Bollywood, it is surprising that neither Inder Kumar nor Ashok Thakeria, the producer of the film, objected to Vidya’s exit from the film. “Inder and Ashok failed to understand the need of the hour. Despite discussions, the makers of the film and the actress could not meet at a common consensus,” adds the source.
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Meanwhile, Vidya’s friend insists the actress quit the project for qualitative reasons. She stands up for Vidya and says, “Yes, the news is true. Vidya is definitely not doing Dhamaal 2. But that’s simply because she didn’t find any meat in the portrayal of her character. She would have loved to attempt comedy with this film but it’s okay. There is always a next time.”
Interestingly, Vidya has locked horns with her Dhamaal 2 co-star Kangna Ranaut in another film Bullet Train, which is to be directed by Priyadarshan. Bullet Train, which stars Anil Kapoor and Ajay Devgn, is largely going to be shot on a train from London to Glasgow.
Producer of Bullet Train, Ratan Jain has clearly worked out the economics of his film much in advance. He has no qualms in giving the lead role to the actress who is willing to settle for the price he has to offer. He confirms, “Between Vidya and Kangna, whoever agrees to do the role at a lesser price, will get to play the part in my film. The availability of dates will of course be another important factor.”
Despite repeated calls and text messages, Vidya remained unavailable for comment.
Everybody wants a national award
Jul 20th
All the reigning stars want it by hook or by crook
Meena Iyer | TNN (BOMBAY TIMES; July 20, 2010)
The National Award has become the bone of contention in Bollywood with everyone, from truly competent actors to cardboard cut-outs, fantasising about it. Like Aamir Khan, who cold shoulders popular film awards, but made it a point to accept the National Award for Taare Zameen Par. Priyanka Chopra, who won the National Award for her role in Fashion, mentions this acting honour in every personal and professional conversation without fail. Katrina Kaif and Vidya Balan are hopeful that their names will feature in the nominations for Raajneeti and Ishqiya this year. Prakash Jha has already predicted that his lead pair, Ranbir Kapoor and Kat, will pick up National Awards for their performances. And Kareena Kapoor has only one clear objective in doing Madhur’s Heroine. A source close to the actress says, “She wants to win the National Award come hell or high water.’’ While Madhur, who has picked up the National Award for Chandni Bar, Page 3 and Traffic Signal, and calls it the Oscars of India, says, “These awards mean the world to me. I definitely feel my stock has gone up having bagged them.’’
But, of course, there is also a more interesting flip side to this new-found Bollywood obsession. A trade analyst says, “The National Award is just an ego massage for the actor/filmmaker that gets it. They have no bearings on the box office. Shah Rukh Khan hasn’t won a single one so far. He was a close contender for Swades but they overlooked him for some strange reason. Yet there is no denying that he is Bollywood’s biggest box office draw.’’
It is alleged that the National Awards are also shrouded in controversy. While the grapevine insists that some amount of wheeling-dealing in the corridors of power has helped one veteran filmmaker bag an award in some category or the other, there is also the instance of how these acting honours were deferred one year because of some mud-slinging between disgruntled jury members. Saif Ali Khan’s award for a film like Hum Tum came in for a lot of flak just the way Raveena Tandon’s award for Daman did. And when Arjun Rampal picked up his National Award for Best Supporting Actor for Rock On recently, a serious actor joked, “I have hidden my National Awards in the basement now.’’ And another actor’s cellphone status said, “Awards are like haemorrhoids, sooner or later even the undeserving get it.’’ But criticism and caustic comments apart, Bollywood continues to be obsessed with India’s highest acting honours.
Abhishek-Katrina to work in 3 films together
Jul 19th
The two actors who hardly know each other will do three films back-to-back later this year
Subhash K Jha (MUMBAI MIRROR; July 19, 2010)
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Abhishek Bachchan and Katrina Kaif will now be spending most of their working hours together (hope Ash doesn’t mind). The two have signed three films together and that too in a row. This would mean that Abhishek and Katrina, who hardly know one another, would be spending the next eight to ten months together.
Besides Tarun Mansukhani’s Dostana 2 and Abbas-Mustan’s Italian Job, the duo would be working on one of Vipul Shah’s next films, which will be a romantic-comedy.
Work on this film will start in January.
Katrina and Abhishek begin work on Dostana 2 as soon as Katrina returns in the first week of August from the shooting of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.
They will be shooting a song together in Mumbai, followed by a long stint in London.
The only time Abhishek and Katrina Kaif have worked together in a film was in Ram Gopal Varma’s Sarkar, five years ago.
“But that was so long ago!” says Katrina, “We were both different persons and different actors back then. So much has changed. I hardly know Abhishek that well. Now that we’ll be doing so much work together I guess the process of getting to know one another will happen automatically. The little that I know of him, Abhishek is great fun.”
