Didn't want to work with Madhuri earlier, says Juhi Chawla

Mumbai: Actress Juhi Chawla, who will be seen with Madhuri Dixit for the first time in "Gulaab Gang", says she doesn`t think they will get another chance to work together in future.Madhuri and Juhi were contemporaries in the 1990s but they never worked together during their prime."I...
WILL SONAKSHI PERFORM IN BROADWAY?

Sonakshi Sinha has been used as a prop in most of the movies, but one cannot regret that the actress proved her mettle in acting with 'Lootera', and her excellent act in that movie has landed her an offer to perform in Broadway.A source said, "A theatre group based in New York has approached...
Big B dubs for KA Abbas's tribute

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan started his day Monday with dubbing for a tribute to late director-screenwriter K.A. Abbas, who gave him his first break.The actor took to Twitter to express his gratitude to the director for "Saat Hindustani"."(I) had started day at 7:30 a.m. ... dub for a...
At least Something From Somewhere: 'Bullet Raja' gets Rs.1 crore dole in UP

Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday presented a cheque of Rs.1 crore to the director and producer of Hindi film "Bullet Raja" as it was extensively shot in Uttar Pradesh.Director Tigmanshu Dhulia and producer Rahul Mita also thanked the chief minister for financially assisting films...
Akki's 'It's Entertainment' gets a record price

This year's first big film deal has been done. The distribution rights of writers-turned-directors Sajid and Farhad's film, Its Entertainment, starring Akshay Kumar, has been sold to Jayantilal Gada's company for over Rs 100 crore.The film's producer Ramesh Taurani confirms, `We have...
Sanjay Dutt's friends through thick and thin

Sanjay Dutt has his few close friends to thank for staying by his side in his time of crisisWith Sanjay Dutt's wife Maanayata undergoing treatment at Parel's Global Hospital for a possible lung tumour, these are certainly trying times for the incarcerated actor, now out on parole.But...
Why Vidya, Farhan gave 21 retakes for a scene?

Farhan Akhtar and Vidya Balan had to give 21 retakes for one scene for their upcoming film Shaadi Ke Side Effects.It was an emotional scene, but they would end up giggling resulting in takes after takes. Director Saket Chaudhary says, `I really don't remember the number of takes, but...
RGV's discovery bags another project

'Satya 2' actress Anaika Soti features in a Tamil film opposite SiddharthAfter making her debut in Ram Gopal Varma's Satya 2, Anaika Soti got noticed and bagged a Tamil film Kaaviya Thalaivan.The historical fiction film directed by Vasanthabalan has Siddharth as her co-star. With her...
The year has started on a wonderful note for Huma Qureshi.

The actress admits that the response to her recently released film has been thrilling to say the least. Right now, she is chilling out at home before she resumes work on her next film. CS chats with her about her family, success and her special friendship with filmmaker Anurag Kashyap....
Salman getting better with each film he does

Bollywood actress and producer Malaika Arora Khan said she is happy that the career graph of her actor brother-in-law Salman Khan is soaring with the passage of time."We have tremendous respect for the person he (Salman) is and for his craft. I think with every film he gets better. Very...
Abhay is perfect in choosing scripts, feels Preeti

Actress Preeti Desai, who has paired with real life boyfriend Abhay Deol in One By Two, praises her beaus choice in scripts saying he has a knack for understanding good scripts.Preeti said: "He is perfect when it comes to choosing script. He knows exactly what a good script is, so we...
'Kaanchi' calls for new India

Filmmaker Subhash Ghai says his movie "Kaanchi", said to be an inspiring tale of a girl who dares to fight against corruption, calls for new India with a new thought."My film 'Kaanchi' calls for new India with new thought, new women empowerment. A fight for right through all its entertainment...
I'm pretty choosy, says Malaika

Actress-producer Malaika Arora Khan, who is currently seen on the judging panel of "India's Got Talent 5", says she is very choosy about what she is doing and nothing worth being part of has come her way."There is nothing going on, there is nothing worth being part of. If there is something...
MBHATT SAAB NO NEED FOR APOLOGY SAYS SALMAN

Mahesh Bhatt issued an apology, as Alia Bhatt had performed at Saifai Mahotsav. But, Salman Khan, who was also one of the performers, says that the filmmaker doesn’t need to be sorry about his daughter's "upbringing".Salman said, "Bhatt saab, no need for apology, Alia's upbringing is...
Snapshot: Katrina Kaif returns to Mumbai with mother Suzanne

Katrina Kaif, who out of India to celebrate New Year, has finally returned to Mumbai. The actress was spotted with her mother Suzzane Turquotte at the Mumbai airport. The actress, who usually doesn't pose for the paparazzi, looked quite cheerful and waved at her fans. Katrina was also...
'Home brewed coffee' wins over work for SRK

When superstar Shah Rukh Khan had a choice between going straight to work or halting at home for a cup of coffee, the workaholic chose the latter for a change.The actor returned Saturday from Dubai after attending an award function there."Back in Mumbai...three hours to shoot. To go...
Abhishek thrilled with 'winter' in Mumbai

Mumbaikars are thrilled to have a share of 'winter' in their city. Among them is Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, who feels "awesome" to be able to wear some warm clothes in a city which seldom requires them."How awesome to be able to wear a jacket in Mumbai. We finally have a winter!...
Gul Panag undertakes 'incredible' expedition

Gul Panag's love for adventure and passion for travelling makes her plan each of her trips differently. The former beauty queen has recently returned from a challenging expedition, and she says it was "incredible".She was accompanied on the trip by her husband Rishi Attari and some other...
Huma Qureshi: Will cherish Dedh Ishqiya even after 20 years

Actress Huma Qureshi is proud of her latest movie Dedh Ishqiya, which came out on Friday (January 10), and says it will remain special even after 20 years."Lots of special memories. This is the film for which I keep saying that even after 20 years, when I am older, I will look back at...
'Kaanchi' calls for new India: Subhash Ghai

New Delhi: Filmmaker Subhash Ghai says his movie `Kaanchi`, said to be an inspiring tale of a girl who dares to fight against corruption, calls for new India with a new thought."My film `Kaanchi` calls for new India with new thought, new women empowerment. A fight for right through all...
Privacy is the price for stardom, says Malaika Arora Khan

Mumbai: Actress-producer Malaika Arora Khan says actors don`t have privacy as it is the price they have to pay for the fame they enjoy and if they can`t handle it, she suggests them to leave the field."That goes with the territory and you are robbed of your privacy but that`s the price...
Parental feeling natural for me at this age, says Karan Johar

Mumbai: Filmmaker Karan Johar, 41, who has been in the favour of adoption, says it is natural to have parental feeling at his age.The `India`s Got Talent` judge got emotional on the sets of the reality show when he saw a troupe of children performing an act. Karan later hugged a 7-year-old...
'Miss Lovely' passed with just four cuts by censor

Mumbai: Filmmaker Ashim Ahluwalia`s internationally acclaimed `Miss Lovely` is set to release in India with an ‘A’ certificate, but without major changes in the content as the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has passed the film with only four cuts.The Censor Board originally...
I don't have any competitor in India : Sherlyn Chopra

Sherlyn Chopra, who has recently come out with a single "Bad Girl," says she doesn't consider any one in India her competition.At a charity event Thursday, when asked if she sees actress- singer Priyanka Chopra as competition, Sherlyn said: "I am not competing with anybody from India....
What! Pl@yboy Gal Shanti Dynamite entering showbiz for Ranbir?

The teddy bear is a soft toy in the form of a bear. It's a sign of love and we can pick it till the end of life. Teddy bears are among the most popular gifts for people you care the most. Adults love receiving these gifts as much as kids do. There is something special about a teddy bear...
Enjoyed playing Begum Para in 'Dedh Ishqiya': Madhuri Dixit

Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit says playing Begum Para, the new femme fatale in Abhishek Chaubey's 'Dedh Ishqiya', was challenging but fun."It was a challenging role because I could not go overboard with the character or underplay it. The more complex a character, the more taut a performance...
Open to joining a short-term acting course: Aditya Roy Kapur

Aditya Roy Kapur is not a newbie in the industry, but he does not mind starting from the basicsHe tells CS, `Acting is a craft, and there are some great schools and institutes which impart knowledge about acting.I didn't go to any of them. Whatever I learnt was in the four-and-half years...
Kangs is overconfident in real life

Actress Kangana Ranaut is a "fashion queen" and "overconfident" in real life unlike her role in the forthcoming movie "Queen", says its director Vikas Bahl."Kangana is overconfident in real life. She is a fashion queen and her approach towards her life is absolutely different (from her...
Daisy was asked to make special preparations before 'Jai Ho'

Bollywood's new entrant Daisy Shah, who is debuting with Salman Khan-starrer "Jai Ho", says she was asked to tone up a bit before starting work on the movie."I was asked to tone down my body before staring for the film. I was not asked to lose weight as such, but I was asked to tone...
When Anushka got infuriated at Gate Way of India?

Actress Anushka Sharma is upset with the way horses are treated at the Gateway of India here.`So pissed! The way the horses are treated at Gateway of India is so sad. You can see their ribs! Legs so weak,` the `Jab Tak Hai Jaan` star tweeted Wednesday night.`Gateway of India is a tourist...
Shooting of Ranbir's next 'Roy' delayed

Buzz is that the shoot of Ranbir Kapoor's upcoming film Roy, directed by debutant Vikramjit Singh, has been delayed as Ranbir is tied up with his other two films -- Jagga Jasoos and Bombay Velvet and there are date issues.Jacqueline Fernandez, who features in the film, is also busy with...
Spare Me: Soha didn't participate in Saifai fest?

Actress Soha Ali Khan says that contrary to the reports she did not participate in Saifai Mahotsav cultural event at the ancestral village of Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav."Just for the record, I was not performing at Saifai...
Dia Mirza all set to marry?

There has been buzz about Dia Mirza's marriage to director Sahil Sangha being postponed.The actress-turned-producer now plans to marry only after the release of their upcoming film Bobby Jasoos that stars Vidya Balan. Dia is currently busy with the shooting of the film in Hyderabad....
That's Bhaai's Ishtyle: Salman's NGO donates for healthcare in UP

One of the highest paid actors of Hindi cinema, Salman Khan says his NGO Being Human has committed to fund 200 paediatric heart surgeries in Uttar Pradesh, and on behalf of the stars who performed at the Saifai Mahotsav, Rs.25 lakh have been donated to the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College...
When Genelia came calling Riteish

Genelia D'Souza dropped in on the sets of her husband Ritiesh Deshmukh's film, The Villain, directed by Mohit Suri.The unit was shooting at Mahalaxmi. The couple celebrate their second wedding anniversary next month.Genelia, who has no films on hand, has been listening to scripts, but...
Exclusive: Meera's controversial Dirty Video leaked

Just when an arrest warrant against Pakistani actress Meera's mother was issued, The Social Media had a new element regarding Meera to trend. Meera's controversial dirty intimate video along with her partner Capt.Naveed Pervaiz.The actress has refused to confirm the authenticity of video....
When Shamita met her ex, Harman, in Bipasha's party

A bitchy actress from Juhu called to say that she was surprised to see Shamita Shetty attend Bipasha Basu's birthday bash. Not long back, Shamita was linked with Harman Baweja who is Bipasha's beau now. Hmmm....
Shruti Haasan resumes work post surgery

Actress Shruti Haasan, who recently underwent a surgery for appendicitis here, resumed work Wednesday. She shot for Akshay Kumar-starrer "Gabbar"."Gabbar" went on floors Wednesday."(I'm) back in Mumbai and back to shoot. Bye bye appendix, hello New Year. I hate pain. Day one of 'Gabbar',"...