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Begum Kareena is immune to success and failure
Imran Khan and Kareena made the audience fall in love with them with their first outing 'Ek Main Aur Ek Tu'. The two teamed up again for Karan Johar's home production but the romantic comedy which released last month failed ton create magic at the box office.
"I think because 'Ek Main Aur Ek Tu' was a lovely film so there were expectations from this film 'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein'. I think the script let us down in a very bad way. That (script) is the most important factor of a film.
In 'Ek Main Aur Ek Tu' it was lovely script, fantastic story. It was new... you have never seen an actress saying she doesn't want to live with the guy," Kareena told PTI in an interview.
After achieving so much success in Bollywood the failure of a film at this point of her career doesn't bother Kareena. "The failure of a film doesn't bother me much today. It is like you become immune to success and failure. It is like a balance.
I have seen too much of that in the industry. But that is how it works, it happens with everyone. You get success, failure equally in same line... so it's okay," the 33-year-old star said. Meanwhile, Kareena is happy to associate with an initiative by Star network to highlight the issue of women safety. She will champion the use of Channel V's 'VithU' app for this.
"When my PR team was talking to me about this app that time Star network was thinking about it... I felt this is the app I want to support. It has to come from within... it is something you should feel. Actors have a voice that does reach a lot of people and if we can use it for a cause it is great. I think women safety in India is important today... I have a young niece at home, have a sister," Kareena said.
Soha Ali Khan: Saif is a genuine nawab
Soha Ali Khan, currently busy promoting her forthcoming film Mr Joe B Carvalho, describes her brother and actor Saif as a genuine nawab.
Saif was anointed the 10th Nawab of Pataudi after the death of his father and former India cricket captain Mansoor Ali Khan in 2011.
When asked about the personality traits of her brother in real life, Soha said: "He is very special, and Saif was born a prince."
"He was born in 1970 and in 1971 (under the 26th Amendment to the Constitution) all the princely titles were abolished. So, he was actually a prince for a year," she said.
"Maybe because of that, his style and his taste is so different. Even when he has lunch during shoots, he has a table, table-cloth - he is a genuine nawab," she added.
Soha, who is active in films for about a decade and did films like Rang De Basanti and Mumbai Meri Jaan, says she has shed the girl-next-door image in the comedy, Mr Joe B Carvalho, directed by Samir Tewari.
"It's a comedy film and I got an opportunity to do action and cabaret - so it was fun for me. All this while I have done more of the girl-next-door kind of a role, but in this film I have come out of that image," said the 35-year-old.
In the film, which is coming out on January 3, Soha has teamed up with Arshad Warsi.
Saif is a genuine nawab, says Soha Ali Khan
.Mumbai: Soha Ali Khan, currently busy promoting her forthcoming film `Mr Joe B. Carvalho`, describes her brother and actor Saif as a genuine nawab.
Saif was anointed the 10th Nawab of Pataudi after the death of his father and former India cricket captain Mansoor Ali Khan in 2011.
When asked about the personality traits of her brother in real life, Soha said: "He is very special, and Saif was born a prince.”
“He was born in 1970 and in 1971 (under the 26th Amendment to the Constitution) all the princely titles were abolished. So, he was actually a prince for a year,” she said.
"Maybe because of that, his style and his taste is so different. Even when he has lunch during shoots, he has a table, table-cloth - he is a genuine nawab," she added.
Soha, who is active in films for about a decade and did films like ,Rang De Basanti, and `Mumbai Meri Jaan`, says she has shed the girl-next-door image in the comedy, ,Mr Joe B. Carvalho,, directed by Samir Tewari.
"It`s a comedy film and I got an opportunity to do action and cabaret - so it was fun for me. All this while I have done more of the girl-next-door kind of a role, but in this film I have come out of that image," said the 35-year-old.
In the film, which is coming out Jan 3, Soha has teamed up with Arshad Warsi.
Small budget films triumph as 100 club finds new members
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With Indian cinema celebrating its 100 years in 2013, Bollywood found newcomers challenging the reign of superstars in the 100 crore club even as small-budget but content driven films found acceptance at the box office.
Shah Rukh Khan and his star power led the march to the 100 crore club with his 'Chennai Express' which became the first film of the year to surpass the old standard by earning more than 200 crores at the box office.
The 100 crore club found new members in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's Farhan Akhtar-starrer biopic ' Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', Hrithik Roshan's 'Krrish 3', Ranbir Kapoor's 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani', Ranveer Singh-Deepika Padukone starrer Sanjay Leela Bhansali film 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela' and the over-performing adult comedy 'Grand Masti', whose success surprised even its makers.
The year's much awaited release is yet to come as Aamir Khan starrer 'Dhoom 3' hits the screens on December 20. Aamir is expected to take 'Dhoom' series, already a hit franchise, to new heights.
Gone are the days when films ran for several weeks and terms like golden jubilee and silver jubilee measured the success. The yardstick of a blockbuster this year was not longevity in the cinema halls, but the box office collection especially during the weekend.
"It was a good year for the industry. This year films were breaking record after record, like 'Chennai Express' was the huge hit of the year. And now Aamir Khan's 'Dhoom 3' is coming which surely will turn out to be the highest grosser of this year. Also, small films managed to recover money and did well," trade analyst Vikas Mohan said.
"This year both big as well as small films did well. This shows the audience is ready for good cinema," said Vinod Mirani, another trade analyst.
Abbas Mastan directed multi-starrer 'Race 2' became the first film of the year to enter the 100 crore club. Then came Ranbir Kapoor-Deepika starrer 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani'. A romance with some coming-of-age elements thrown in, the film was not as promising as Ayan Mukherji's debut 'Wake Up Sid' but the chemistry between its lead pair managed to find love from the young crowd.
Sunil got another show: Kapil Sharma
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Actor Sunil Grover, who played Gutthi on `Comedy Nights With Kapil` has moved on from the show due to better growth opportunities, says the show's producer Kapil Sharma.
`Everyone has been missing her (Gutthi)! Sunil Grover (who played Gutthi) has got another show with a channel. Since he wanted to explore further growth opportunities, he accepted the offer and moved on,` Kapil said during an interaction with his fans via Airtel Talk2Me service.
Kapil also added that he had requested him to stay on the show, but it was too late.
`I did ask him to stay since the show is at its peak and people were loving Gutthi, however, he (Sunil) had made up his mind by then,` he said.
Sunil was replaced by another comedian Gaurav Gera, who now plays Dulari on the show that is aired on Colors.
Kapil Sharma in love?
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New Delhi: Popular TV star Kapil Sharma has found love on the very sets of his show ‘Comedy Nights with Kapil’.
The young dashing Punjabi has made a place in everyone’s heart with super-hit ‘Comedy Nights with Kapil’, which also happens to be his debut show as a producer.
Many a speculations have been made about the star and his love life. But now it seems that Kapil has finally lost his heart within the ‘Comedy nights...’ fraternity.
The young creative director of the show, Preeti Simone is reportedly dating Kapil. A leading daily reported that love has been in the air for the couple for quite some time now and the two got close to each other during the production of Kapil’s old show ‘Comedy Circus’.
Kapil Sharma has kept his personal life a closely guarded secret until now and rumours about various link ups were shot down by the star very promptly. But the latest reports in a leading daily suggested they may be tying the knot soon.
The report quoted a close friend of the couple saying, "Kapil and Preeti got attracted to each other when Kapil was doing `Comedy Circus`. After that, Kapil and Preeti together created `Comedy Nights With Kapil`. Preeti has been working in the TV industry for many years."
If the rumours are to be believed then many girls will have their hearts broken that the comedy king has won over with his humour and wit. But, let’s hope that the love remains strong and we get the news of Shehnais playing for the star duo soon!
Yaami Gautam turns 25!
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Yaami Gautam, who made her Bollywood debut in Shoojit Sircar's romantic comedy Vicky Donor, celebrated her 25th birthday today.
The actress will next be seen in Total Siyappa and her co-star from the film, Ali Zafar wished her and tweeted: ‘Happy b day @YaamiOfficial . An absolute delight to work with.’
‘thank you Ali :)It was absolutely great working with you too!’ she replied.
While Yaami will play an Indian Punjabi girl, Ali will feature as a Pakistani boy who falls in love with her in the film
Expect unexpected from Kareena in 'Happy Ending'
"'Happy Ending' is a romantic comedy film. She (Kareena Kapoor) has done a scene in the film, which is against (her) type. It's something you guys must not have expected, you all will be surprised," Saif told reporters here.
Directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK, "Happy Ending" also features actress Ileana D'Cruz.
Of his role in the film, Saif said: "There is a lot of talking in 'Happy Ending'. Even that's too difficult! You need control over that... I think I prefer different kind of roles and I must say I love my role in 'Happy Ending'."
'Comedy Nights with Kapil': Can't do without 'Guthi'; who will replace Sunil Grover?
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Grover had recently claimed that ‘Guthi’ is his brainchild and none can stop him from essaying the character elsewhere. However, he had expressed that he wouldn’t have issues if the makers hire someone else to play the popular character.
It is being speculated that Gaurav Gera, who played Mrs Pammi Pyarelal might be taken on board as a replacement. While the industry is also abuzz with the entry of Navin Prabhakar as the new ‘Guthi’.
In the latest teaser of the show, we can see Palak telling the audiences that she will bring back her ‘Guthi’’ didi. Wonder who is she referring to?
Nonetheless, it would be interesting to see if ‘Guthi’ makes way for someone else, or returns to the show.
'Ishqiya' was intense, 'Dedh Ishqiya' is fun: Huma
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Abhishek Chaubey directed film stars Madhuri Dixit, Naseeruddin Shah and Arshad Warsi in the lead roles.
"This film has nothing to do with 'Ishqiya', it's altogether a different story. My character is very interesting. 'Ishqiya' was intense, 'Dedh Ishqiya' is fun and I am sure everyone will enjoy it," said Huma.
The actress, who is sharing screen space with renowned actors like Naseer and Madhuri so early in her career, considers herself lucky.
"I am very fortunate to work with such good actors. I think I have worked with some of the best actors of our time," said the actress who teamed up with Manoj Bajpayee in "Gangs of Wasseypur".
When asked why he didn't cast her in the sequel, the director said: "We couldn't take her character ahead as we had nothing to offer. So, we thought we could take ahead the story of two men and how they fall in love with someone else."
'Mr. Joe B Carvalho' trailer launched on 'Bigg Boss' set
Salman, who caught a glimpse of the trailer of BR Entertainment's detective comedy film, has praised it and described it as `a comedy film which will make people laugh a lot',` said a statement.
The episode will be aired Sunday night on Colors.
Directed by Samir Tiwari, the movie is set for Jan 3, 2014, release.
Abhay Deol to co-produce Hollywood film 'Bounty Hunter'
The 37-year-old actor will star in the UK-set film to be directed by duo Sunandan and Yugesh Walia, who will also co-produce 'Bounty Hunter' with Deol's i.e. Films.
This is the second production venture for Deol. He first donned the producer's hat for romantic comedy 'One By Two', which is set to hit the theatres on February 7 next year.
'One By Two' is directed by Devika Bhagat and also stars Deol's real-life girlfriend Preeti Desai. The story revolves around the parallel lives of two people and how a series of coincidences bring them together.
"I am excited about turning a producer and now waiting to find a foreign distributor for 'One By Two'. The film has all the elements of a typical Bollywood movie but it is also high on content," Deol said on the sidelines of NFDC's Film Bazaar.
The actor was last seen on the big screen in Anand L Rai's 'Raanjhanaa' alongside Sonam Kapoor and Tamil star Dhanush.
‘Comedy Nights with Kapil’: Raju Srivastava prefers ‘Gutthi’ over Kapil Sharma
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An entertainment website reports that Raju is not in favour of Sunil Grover getting denied the rights to ‘Gutthi’s character.
Here’s what Raju said: “I feel whether it is a stand-up comedy act or any character of film or serial, every artistic work is an intellectual property of an artist and the creator should have all rights to have copyright over it. As far as Gutthi’s character is concerned, Sunil Grover has performed the same character on other shows before ‘Comedy Nights With Kapil’ went on air. He has recited the character many times to me before the show came in existence. So I don’t understand how any channel cam claim to have copyright on the character Gutthi. I think Gutthi belongs to Sunil Grover.”
Going by what Raju said, we find his reasons quite logical. What about you?
Kapil Sharma, Sunil Grover enthral audiences together
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The two immensely talented actors-comedians have been successful in connecting with the audiences in India and overseas.
Kapil Sharma took to Twitter to write, “Live in muscat.. Ab se theek 45 minutes baad.. V wl rock dis stage.. ;) (sic).”
The picture posted on Twitter has large images of both Kapil and Sunil. The two are seen standing in front of the picture board pointing towards each other’s images.
Sunil Grover too retweeted the aforementioned tweet of his friend and colleague.
Both Kapil and Sunil have a huge fan following who want the two to perform together.
Many of Kapil’s fans even wrote to him telling him to get ‘Guthi’ aka Sunil Grover back on the show.
Recently, Sunil chose to walk out from CNWK owing to reasons unknown. Speculations were rife that he was approached by a rival channel. It was also believed that Sunil asked the producers of the show to hike his remuneration. But the actor has refuted the allegation and called it baseless.
Nonetheless, fans of the two actors would be happy to see them back together.
Our chemistry natural: Bruna Abdullah on Omar Farooque
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"For us, it (chemistry) is very natural. We don't have to act because we have been together, so it is not really difficult to portray that (sensuous) chemistry," Bruna told reporters on the set of the show.
"But Omar is very shy, so we are working on it," she added.
"Nach Baliye 6", which went on air Nov 9 on Star Plus with a tagline 'Hadd Se Badhega Romance", is being judged by actress Shilpa Shetty, director Sajid Khan and choreographer Terence Lewis.
Other contesting jodis on the show include, Raqesh Vashisth-Riddhi Dogra, Rithvik Dhanjani-Asha Negi, comedians Kiku Sharda and Raju Srivastav with their respective wives, 'Mastarchef Season 2' winner Ripudaman Handa and handicapped break dancer Vinod Thakur.
When asked, is it okay to do such bold acts on TV, she said: "After 'Grand Masti', nothing is bold."
Rupa Manjari to play labourer in Tamil movie
With successive back to back hits in Malayalam and Tamil, actress Rupa Manjari is keeping her fingers crossed on her upcoming two films one of which features her as a construction worker.
Bangalore-based Rupa, who shot into the limelight with the critically acclaimed 'Thiru Thiru Thuru Thuru', a romantic comedy, in 2009, directed by woman-director Nandhini, will be seen playing a labourer in the Tamil film 'Sivappu'.
The movie is directed by Sathyasiva and she plays the female lead, opposite actor Naveen Chandra from the Telugu film industry. Work on the movie is over and it is expected to be released soon, Rupa told PTI.
The story is about the life of construction workers in southern Tamil Nadu. Cinematography is by national award winning cinematographer, veteran Madhu Ambat.
The other upcoming Tamil movie is 'Illa Aanalum Irukku' directed by Deekay in which she stars opposite Kreshna and is shooting in Nainital.
"It is a comedy thriller. I play an urban girl. Oviya and Karuna are the other main characters. Each one is in their own way eccentric and my role is quite different from the others I have played so far."
"I can't disclose much on the movie," she said.
The crew is likely to be in Nainital till this month end and will wrap up the film in December. "It is absolutely freezing in Nainital. There are shoots in the morning as well as in the night. The weather is bad but the crew is just fantastic, focused on the job." she said.
This will be her fourth Tamil movie. Rupa's back to back hits were the Malayalam movie 'Mallu Singh' and 'Naan' in Tamil last year.
In 'Mallu Singh', directed by Vyshakh, she starred opposite Kunchacko Boban.
Rupa earlier did 'Tournament' directed by actor-director Lal in which she played a wildlife photographer and had popular Malayalam actor Fahad Fazil as one of the main characters.
Who is your favourite- Sunil Grover or Kapil Sharma?
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The legendary Mehmood, Johny Walker were bestowed with such rare talent. You could do little but contract their contagious smiles. But such personalities are often lost in oblivion.
In the recent times, Kapil Sharma has emerged as a crusader against depression, for every word he utters succeeds in tickling your funny bone. His gags are funny and his performances thoroughly entertaining. His debut TV programme as a producer- ‘Comedy Nights with Kapil’- has all the ingredients of a super-hit show.
Among the various characters in the show, ‘Guthi’ essayed by Sunil Grover surfaced as a rare character with loveable peculiarity and coyness. In a short span of time, Grover has been able to connect with the audiences.
But his sudden exit from the show has led to massive speculations. The channel airing the show has even issued a public notice cautioning anyone and everyone to not copy the character of ‘Guthi’ as the intellectual property solely belongs to the producers of the show.
The big question is, will Grover be able to impress the audiences sans his ‘Guthi’i image?
I lap up things that help me get better: Mahie Gill
The Chandigarh-girl, who has made a place for herself in Bollywood with her unconventional roles, bold avatar and more, is now grooving to the tunes of item numbers.
`I lap up whatever would help me get better in Bollywood," said the actress during her visit to her hometown.
"After I did a dance number in my Punjabi film 'Carry on Jatta', that is when directors felt I can actually dance. Since then, I have got a lot of offers for item songs. I am happy with my dance number in 'Zanjeer' and I am looking forward for my next in Saif Ali Khan's 'Bullet Raja'," she added.
Known for her intense roles in "Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster" series, she feels that the cliche roles don't interest her much.
`I am very choosy about my scripts. After doing bold roles, I can't settle for anything less," she said adding that her decision is guided by scripts.
"I don't make a conscious choice to choose unconventional roles. If I like the script, I go for it. For me, the script has to be interesting. Even if I have two to three scenes in a film, I don't mind doing it if they are worth it,` the 37-year-old told.
Even after establishing herself in Bollywood, Mahie does not shy away from doing Punjabi films.
Asked about her love for Punjabi cinema, she said: `I owe a lot to the Punjabi film industry and my last Punjabi film 'Carry on Jatta' was a blockbuster. I don't think a comedy film like this has ever been made in Bollywood. Punjabi cinema is doing great. Such films are the reason for me to continue with the regional cinema. I feel this is where I belong.`
Post "Carry on Jatta" success, Mahie claims she got offers from NRIs to make a similar film at a budget of Rs.20 crore, but Mahie feels this is sheer waste of money.
`The regional cinema does not work on such huge budgets. People who are abroadhave lack of knowledge and they are just ready to invest without thinking. Such a huge budget is unnecessary and will not give adequate returns in the Punjabi industry. So I rejected those offers,` she said.
Which is your favourite role so far?
`Paro in 'Dev D' will always be close to my heart. Though all characters that I have played are special to me, but 'Dev D' will always be my favourite,` she said with a smile on her face.
On her wish-list are more comedies and actioners. "Also a film based on sports. After 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', I would love to do a biopic on some sportsperson or a double role is what I would like to do,` added the actress, who featured in "Paan Singh Tomar".
Mahie's personal life had some rough patches in the past, but now she admits being happy in a relationship with a guy from Jammu, who does not belong to the film industry.
Talking about her upcoming films, Mahie said she is all set for "Gangs of Ghost", which is a 1950s horror comedy inspired by legendary actress Meena Kumari.
I am very excited about the film. I am also doing a dance number in it. The genre is very different from what I have done so far and since it is inspired from the legendary Meena Kumari, it makes it more interesting,` said the actor looking stunning in her gown.
Laugh out loud with Manish Paul, again
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Manish will be seen as a special judge on the show but he will join the madness with Krushna Abhishek and Bharti Singh's act.
The episode will be aired Sunday on Sony.
A comedy thriller, "Mickey Virus" has been directed by Saurabh Verma and also stars Elli Avram, Manish Choudhary, Puja Gupta and Varun Badola.
Will 'Rajjo' be a game changer for Kangana?
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The actress broke free of her troubled girl image that she had in films like "Gangster", "Woh Lamhe" and "Fashion", through her impressive comic timing in director Anand L. Rai's "Tanu Weds Manu", which also gave her a chance to dance.
She fervently wishes "Rajjo" to be another turning point in her career.
"I always wanted to dance. After 'Fashion', people did not give me comedy roles and 'Tanu Weds Manu' was a game changer for me...and now 'Rajjo' has given me another chance to dance and I hope it too becomes a game changer," she said during the opening of Adrija Jewellery showroom here.
"Most don't even mind being in flesh business. They really love doing what they do....it's not that they want to escape or have a different life.. it was a shocking thing for me.
"The ones who are really popular mujra girls ..it's unlike how they are portrayed in Hindi films...they are trained and they are groomed in the art and craft of wooing men ...so well spoken and well mannered and these are the few things that I realised while doing the research."