What's cooking? Ranbir brings Nargis out for a motion picture

What's cooking? Ranbir brings Nargis out for a motion picture: Ranbir Kapoor, rumoured to be dating Katrina Kaif, reportedly took his Rockstar co-star Nargis Fakhri for a screening of Black Swan.On Monday night, Ranbir went out to watch Oscar winning film Black Swan at a Juhu multiplex with Nargis, reported Mumbai Mirror. He wa s also accompanied by buddy Ayan Mukerji.

Speculations about growing intimacy between the two have been doing rounds since they started shooting for Imtiaz Ali's Rockstar. "Ranbir is known to charm girls and it is not surprising that he has charmed his Anglo Indian co-star, Nargis too. Although he is very close to Katrina Kaif, that doesn't stop the Kapoor boy from making new friends and socialising with them," a source told the tabloid.As reported earlier, Katrina was not so happy with Ranbir's growing camaraderie with Priyanka Chopra during the shooting of Anjaana Anjaani. We wonder what Kat has to say about Ranbir's new friend!

Former Miss Great Britain Preeti Desai close to Abhay

Former Miss Great Britain Preeti Desai close to Abhay: Preeti Desai, the former Miss Great Britain, is set to make her Bollywood debut in Balaji's forthcoming comedy, 'Shorr in the City'. You may recall that the beauty queen has shot an elaborate love-making scene with the extremely uninhibited American-Asian sensation, Sendhil Ramamurthy of the 'Heroes and Covert Affairs' fame. Her steamy on-screen encounter with Dania Ramirez in the third season of 'Heroes' became the talk of Hollywood. The festival cut of 'Shorr in the City' has won numerous accolades at leading film festivals in New York, Pusan, and Dubai. But a seemingly worried Preeti, who is said to have moved base from London to Mumbai, wants the scene to be toned down.

The director had initially shot a brief love making scene between the two, but later realized that it needed re-shooting, as it lacked passion! Preeti agreed, and the scene, which has shaped up well, is likely to be retained in the final version of the film. The movie will release on April 28, 2011. Incidentally, word is that Abhay Deol might soon be moving out of Single Ville. The couple is said to have exchanged rings at a private ceremony in Feb 2011. Preeti, who has been living with Abhay in his Juhu flat for over a year, had reportedly met in 2009 at a party thrown by Dev D.

Vidushi Mehra attempting to cut specialty with humble roles

Vidushi Mehra attempting to cut specialty with humble roles: She started off her career in Bollywood by playing supportive characters in movies like 'Aisha', 'No One Killed Jessica' and 'Saat Khoon Maaf', but actress Vidushi Mehra is not complaining. She says her priority is to play small but important roles rather than "big" yet insignificant parts.

"Every character in a movie - be it a supporting actor or someone who has a small screen space - is very important if that character helps in taking the narrative forward. And such roles are very important to me because they have substance," Vidushi, who is married to designer Nikhil Mehra of designer duo Shantanu-Nikhil, told IANS.

"In Bollywood, the pressure is always on a lead actress because she is battling against age and hence has to cash on maximum hits and fame with a limited career span of six-seven years. So they don't have a shelf-life, unlike Bollywood actors," she said.

For the 29-year-old, veteran actor Anupam Kher is a perfect example of a "complete package actor"."Anupam Kher has been in the industry for decades now and he has enjoyed stardom and success in a beautiful manner without playing lead roles. He plays a pivotal role in a movie and is recognised for that. I do aim to be someone like him," she said.

Being a mother of three-and-a-half-year-old twins, how does she manage to maintain her personal and professional life? "I have a support structure at home. And at the same time, both my kids are too excited whenever they see me on screen. In a way it is also a lot of encouragement for them. When kids see their parents doing well, they get a sense of self-belief," she said.

Vidushi is basically from theatre and candidly says it can't provide sustainable livelihood and so artists moving to Bollywood is the next logical step. The Delhi-based actress' tryst with theatre began when she was just four years old and later actively participated in school and college plays.An investment banker by profession, she decided to do theatre after spending nine years juggling with numbers "I went to theatre again at the end of 2008 because that's where my heart was. I did so because all these years I had fulfilled all wishes of my parents as a daughter," she said.

Currently she is busy reading scripts. "There are no such rules and regulations. I want to move ahead, stay humble, continue to work in the industry. I am just a newcomer and don't have too much of deliberations. But, yes, a good story, director and cast are a must," she said about criteria for choosing a script. "I am here for a long run, to do a variety of roles and just not get tapped in any stereotype. I am comfortable in my own skin and I don't feel competition," she added.

Anushka Sharma & Shahid Kapoor split pleasant moments

Anushka Sharma & Shahid Kapoor split pleasant moments: Anushka Sharma sat next to a rugged looking Shahid Kapoor at the Cosmopolitan Fun Fearless Female Awards 2011 at Hotel Taj Lands End in Bandra, Mumbai on Saturday, March 5.
Anushka, 22, looked bewitching in a two shade black spaghetti strap floor length gown that had an empire waist and flowing skirt. Her flirty, gently tousled hair, styled with an asymmetrical parting, draped her right shoulder.

Known to keep her makeup relatively simple, this time she had amped it up with bold pink rouge, matching eye shadow, eyelash extensions, cat eyeliner and delicious pink lipstick.  Mind you, we are not complaining. Indeed, she blew us away with her feminine and soft, yet strong looks. Anushka's rumored boy friend Ranveer Singh was also at the event, but didn't join her for a photo op.

The two had been spotted kissing at Shahid's 30th birthday bash last month; this time around they were possibly opting for discretion. Shahid and Anushka co-starred in YRF production Badmash Company (2010). 

Shahrukh Khan's Ra.One release in Diwali

Shahrukh Khan's Ra.One release in Diwali: Seven months before it is due for release, Shah Rukh Khan’s latest home production, Ra.One, has started setting new records. In the biggest such deal in the Indian entertainment industry, Star India has snapped up the satellite rights of the movie for Rs 40 crore.

In the process, Ra.One has gone past the milestone set by another Khan. Multi-Screen Media (MSM), which runs Sony Entertainment and SET Max, had paid Rs 36 crore for the satellite rights of the Aamir Khan-starrer, 3 Idiots. Ra.One is said to be one of the most ambitious Bollywood projects, featuring famous Hollywood technicians and visual effect artistes. The music has been composed by Academy award winner Hans Zimmer.

According to Shah Rukh Khan, the idea is to take Bollywood to a new level with “daredevil action sequences and world-class special effects”. Khan is believed to be playing the role of a superhero in the film. This science fiction flick also stars Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal. It will be part of Shah Rukh Khan’s production banner, Red Chillies Entertainment.

A spokesperson of Eros International Media confirmed the satellite rights had been sold but declined to comment on the price and the television channel. According to industry sources, the deal with Eros not only includes outright distribution and marketing but also part-funding the movie. Eros is expected to shell out around Rs 170 crore for the movie.

Television industry officials say movies with established stars are a good acquisition. The TV screening of a big Bollywood film can trigger a spike of 30-40 gross rating points for the channel during the week it is aired. This has often helped channels displace competition in viewership rankings.

According to data with TAM, which tracks TV viewership, 3 Idiots had a television rating of 10.1 in the six metros during its first screening on July 25 on Sony Entertainment Television. As many as 16.8 million people watched Sony during the premiere. A senior executive said MSM made around Rs 16 crore from advertising. Sony had roped in 12 associate sponsors, including Life Insurance Corporation of India, Cadbury, Airtel, Raymonds, Tata Motors, Tata Sky and Lux.

From the production house’s point of view, pre-selling various rights like satellite and home video helps de-risk the effort by reducing the dependence on revenues from theatres. For instance, last year, UTV had sold Guzaarish and Tees Maar Khan to Colors. Dabangg was also pre-sold to Colors by Shree Asthavinayak Cinevision.

Analysts say such deals also help production houses tie up with broadcasters and plan their marketing, promotion and advertising strategy months ahead of the release. Industry sources say satellite and other rights of films slated for release in 2012-2013 are already under negotiation. Kamal Jain, CFO, Eros, said the Indian film industry was gradually de-risking the model. “We are trying to pre-sell the maximum rights pre-release, from satellite to merchandising,” he added.

In Hollywood, 70 per cent revenues are secured before the film’s release, and the dependence on the response in theatres is only 30 per cent. Film trade analysts said there had been a huge shift in India as well over the past six months, with the dependence on theatres coming down to 45 per cent, and the rest from satellite (30 per cent) overseas (20 per cent ) and others (5 per cent).

Aishwarya Rai to adjust Hema Malini decision

Aishwarya Rai to adjust Hema Malini decision: To counter the criticism of having nominated Hema Malini  a Tamilian for Rajya Sabha, the Karnataka Chief Minister B. Yeddyurappa will honour Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan for her contribution and achievement in the arts and culture segment. This comes as a balancing act since Kannada activists, some of the top leaders of Karnataka are not happy with the election of Hema Malini ( a Tamil) from Karnataka for the Rajya Sabha post.

The World conference of Kannadigas will honor people of Karnataka origin, including Narayana Murthy of Infosys, who have made it big outside the state and abroad. The government of Karnataka has extended an invitation to Aishwaraya Rai Bachchan for the participation in the inaugural of the Vishwa Kannada Sammelana. The actress with roots in Karnataka has accepted the offer.

Infosys chairman and founder Narayanamurthy is inaugurating the Vishwa Kannada Sammelana that starts for three days from 11th of March 2011.

Meanwhile there was huge protest from rebel writer and Kannada film director Prof Baraguru Ramachandrappa that Infosys Chairman is the right person to inaugurate the event.

Prof Baraguru Ramachandrappa argued that his contribution is not that great and not an appropriate personality. The Kannada activists also joined this call given by Prof Baraguru Ramachandrappa but later took back the decision.

The dream girl of Indian cinema Hema Malini had been elected against Dr Maralu Siddappa a literary personality. Out of 200 votes she bagged 106 votes and her opponent got 94 votes. Dr Maralusiddappa well known literary personality and father of Kannada film director KM Chaitanya said that he contested the RS seat not that he is going to win but for the ‘self respect of Kannadigas’. This defeat has made me strong said Maralusiddappa.

Priyanka Chopra & Shahid Kapoor close again

Priyanka Chopra & Shahid Kapoor close again: Relationships in Bollywood are never short of twists and turns. A few days ago, speculations were rife that Priyanka Chopra was in two minds about doing Kunal Kohli’s as-yet-untitled film – opposite Shahid Kapoor – due to their on-again-off-again relationship. But Kohli insists his film will feature Chopra opposite Kapoor.

“Yes, Priyanka is absolutely confirmed for my film,” says Kohli. “I don’t think either Shahid or Priyanka would ever give more importance to factors other than the script to choose a film. And Priyanka is a professional. If she agreed to do my film, why would she walk out or have second thoughts?” But Chopra has been quoted in reports saying that the “film is not confirmed yet and I am still in talks with Kunal.” However, Kohli insists he is ready to take the film on the floor. It had been suggested that Chopra’s reluctance is due to her hectic schedule. As she wraps up Farhan Akhtar’s Don 2, Hrithik Roshan-starrer Agneepath is set to roll followed by Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Barfee and Krrish 2.

Apparently, Kapoor readily agreed to do Kohli’s romantic film. “I know they make an interesting pair for the media but I was really surprised to read such reports,” the director says. Rumours have it that Kapoor and Chopra have added another break-up to their supposed two-year relationship. She wasn’t present at Kapoor’s star-studded birthday party recently, though she sent him a white helmet as a gift.

Kohli, on his part, is waiting for Kapoor to wrap up Mausam. “I’ll start by June because Shahid is supposed to wrap up his father’s film Mausam by April. I can’t divulge much except that it’s an interesting love story with great music,” says he.

Salman khan frantically enamored with Hazel?

Salman khan frantically enamored with Hazel? The ‘Dabangg’ star Salman is a thrilled man these days. Lately, everyone is talking about the hot new jodi that is making waves in Bollywood these days. t seems that Salman’s new found love for the British model Rose Dawn, aka Hazel Keech, has sparked a lot of attention these days.

It’s heard that while shooting for Atul Agnihotri’s ‘Bodyguard’, Salman experienced a new flame of love after rubbing shoulders with Hazel, the new starlet in the film, and their on and off chemistry on the sets has become the talk of the town.

Hazel working on her Hindi diction The new found girl in Salman’s life has been taking rigorous Hindi diction classes just like his ex Katrina, who was doing the same when they were seeing each other. Hazel has been working on her Hindi pronunciation regularly, and presently, is taking classes in Vidur Chaturvedi and Atul Agnihotri's office.

Talking about Hazel diction lessons, Vidur Chaturvedi stated, "Yes, I am training Hazel who is in Bodyguard. It has been a week since I have been coaching her at Atul Agnihotri's office."Hazel acted in ‘Harry Potter’ series
Hazel, who plays the second heroine in the remake of the Malayalam super hit film ‘Bodyguard’, will be seen playing Salman’s wife in the later part of the movie.

Asin Thottumkal enjoy with thi foods

Asin Thottumkal enjoy with thi foods: Salman Khan reportedly dared Asin Thottumkal to eat an insect while filming in the country. The two actors are currently shooting the film Ready in the jungles of Bangkok. A source said that Khan handed over an insect to the actress in the middle of the set after finding out that they were edible.
Thottumkal confirmed that the story was true to the tabloid Mid Day. She told the paper: "There's nothing to it... it's all in the mind."Ready, a remake of a huge Telegu hit, is expected to hit cinemas on June 3.

Kangana Ranaut substitute of Ash in the film 'Game'

Kangana Ranaut substitute of Ash in the film 'Game':Bollywood beauty Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wouldn't be able to play the leading lady in the film 'Game' owing to her commitments to other projects. The film 'Game' in which Abhishek Bachchan plays the lead, is directed by Abhinav Deo who was ardent to sign up Aishwarya opposite her husband. However, Kangana Ranaut was the immediate option as a substitute of Ash in the film. Sarah Jane Dias is cast in the role of a mystifying woman in the film. The casting for the two major female roles of the film was a significant task, but once they were locked, signing up the remaining stars was done with ease.
Kangana Ranaut is roped in to play the role of a path-breaking detective in the film, which is all set to release on 1st April. Game is jointly produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. Jimmy Sheirgill, Gauhar Khan, Shahana Goswami, Boman Irani and Anupam Kher form the supporting cast.