Oct 25, 2009
Soha and Sharmila starrer Life Goes On to be screened at MFF
The admirer's of Soha Ali Khan and Sharmila Tagore are in a real treat. The mother-daughter duo has made their first appearance together on screen for a film called Life Goes On, by debutante director Sangeeta Dutta, which will be screened at the 11th Mumbai Film Festival (MFF). Life Goes On which has the shadow of Shakespeare's King Lear bears on this contemporary and free adaptation. It works functionally as a sub-text in the film as we see Sanjay and Dia within the contours of the mythical Lear and Cordelia. The film is set in London and revolves around Sanjay (Girish Karnad), his deceased wife (Sharmila Tagore) and three daughters. His shattered life goes through more turmoil when Dia (played by Soha Ali Khan) the youngest daughter falls in love with a Muslim man. The 11th Mumbai Film Festival starts from 29th October to 5th November.Neha Dhupia to represent Bollywood on Jessica Simpson's show
Neha Dhupia is all out to conquer Hollywood. After getting rave reviews for 'Bollywood Hero', the US mini series the actress featured in, Neha is soon going to be the centre of attention on another US based TV show. Jessica Simpson, the famous international singer - actor, who has her own show called 'Price of Beauty', was quite taken by Dhupia after watching 'Bollywood Hero'. And the next thing we know, Dhupia has been chosen as the Bollywood Beauty Ambassador of the show. 'Price of Beauty' deals with the difference in the way beauty is perceived around the word. Simpson travels around the world discovering the various concepts of beauty and this time on, she is doing a special segment on Bollywood which is where our very own Neha comes in. The shoot is scheduled for next week and we're sure Neha is jubilant about this new assignment that would take Indian beauty to a global level.T-Series to present and jointly produce Nikhil Advani's Patiala House
While the year 2009 has been a mixed bag for Bollywood, a glance at the growth charts of the music giant T-Series indicates that this company is going great guns. After having tasted musical success with films, T-Series has now taken it's yet another gigantic step by becoming the Presenter and also the joint producer of the Akshay Kumar starrer Patiala House, a film that's being directed by Nikhil Advani. Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, the ever-so-polite Bhushan Kumar confirmed the news saying, "Yes indeed. We are presenting the film and also jointly producing it with Mukesh Talreja. The last time we got associated with an Akshay Kumar film was for Bhool Bhulaiyaa, which was a wonderful experience. Since then, we have churned out some brilliant music. We have got very good relationship with Akshay." Talking about Patiala House, Bhushan continued, "Lately, we heard the script of Patiala House; we found it to be really good, emotional film with an earthy feel to it. We just signed the film yesterday. It stars Akshay Kumar, Anushka Sharma, Rishi Kapoor, Dimple Kapadia and others. The film is starting on December 21st and we are targeting a next Diwali release. It's got some lovely music by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. We are very happy to be associated with the film." One just hopes that Patiala House surely sets the musical and financial bells to ring for T-Series.Is Pucca Idiott on Facebook really Aamir Khan or an impersonator?
In what could be a case of another online identity theft in Bollywood, one Facebook ID is generating big buzz on the internet. There is speculation that a Facebook profile called 'Pucca Idiott' is really Aamir Khan and the actor is making friends with people under this pseudonym. The information reads that he is Akash Malhotra (his character's name in Dil Chahta Hai) and lives in Bandra in Mumbai. His interests are badminton and tennis and Calvin and Hobbes is his favorite comic. These details are indicators that it may be Bollywood's very own perfectionist, Aamir Khan himself. The profile is very active and Pucca Idiott has been interacting with people as a Facebook pro and already has 918 friends at the last count. The posts are coming at odd hours but very regularly, which include those ranging from the polite and adulating to the most bizarre ones. Sample this: "aamir diid u read my interesting story, reply plz?" More evidence is in the form of pictures that are posted on the profile include that of a European destination. Are these pictures of the recent holiday that Aamir had gone to with Kiran Rao? Who is this Pucca Idiott? Pucca Idiott needs to answer.Shilpa Shetty to get engaged to Raj Kundra on Oct 24
The much awaited question was finally popped, and what better time to do it than the auspicious day of Diwali. Our very own Shilpa Shetty is going to be all taken and engaged officially. Her London based beau Raj Kundra, who she has been dating ever since she stepped out of the Big Brother's house, has finally asked her the big question and she of course was more than happy to relent. Saturday being a lucky day according to the Hindu calendar, the couple has therefore decided to go ahead with the ceremony and celebrations tomorrow at Raj Kundra's Juhu residence. The not so good news is that sister Shamita will have to probably miss out on big sister's grand moment considering she is in the Bigg Boss house. Well! As they say the show must go on. Shilpa is all set for the big day and making her look like a perfect bride- to- be is Manish Malhotra, who would be dressing her up in a saree and Raj, who has always managed to look impeccable, is planning to take matters in his own hands. The industry is abuzz wondering whether Shilpa would be saying adios to Bollywood post marriage. To put all stops to such talk, Raj has already made his intentions public. He is planning to shift base to Mumbai from London as he doesn't want his lady love Shilpa to cut all association with Bollywood. Love does conquer all!Amitabh Bachchan to star in next Hera Pheri?
After the success of Hera Pheri sequel, the trio Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Suneil Shetty are once again coming together for Hera Pheri 3. The movie will also have a fourth important character - Amitabh Bachchan. A source reveals, "After the success of the sequels, they decided to add some more masala to the film. Director Anees Bazmee has scripted a very strong character which is the fourth character and of a lot of importance to the story." The source continues, "This third sequel will have more twists and turns and one had to play more with the characters. Mr. Bachchan is a wonderful actor and it was very long since one saw him in a comedy role. He will very beautifully essay the role." Director Anees Bazmee says, "We are still in the scripting stage. The script is being written keeping Amitabh Bachchan in mind. I still have to narrate the script to him. We both are keen on working with each other. Things yet have to be finalised." The movie will be produced by Firoz Nadiadwala and will be directed by Anees Bazmee. The movie will go on floors in March 2011 with Katrina in the lead. The movie will be called Hera Pheri 4.China's 'new front' on Indo-Nepal border
In an 'anti-India propaganda' move, China is opening language centres on the Indo-Nepal border, exclusively for Nepali citizens, besides acquiring some major construction projects there.
Chavan, Hooda stay on as Maharashtra, Haryana CMs
Cong president Sonia Gandhi decided that Ashok Chavan will continue as Maharashtra CM. Chavan pips Vilsasrao Deshmukh and Sushil Shinde for the post. Bhupinder Hooda has been retained as Haryana CM.
Now, IITs come up with their RTI 'shield'
The IITs have come up with an innovative way of blocking transparency under RTI on the candidates' marks by insisting on giving the data only in hard copy, running into thousands of pages, than in the form of a CD.
Recruitment freeze thaws across sectors
Internal and third-party HR professionals are back in action. Industry observers say the IT/ITeS sector will hire at least 150,000 people by 2010, against 100,000 this year and 350,000 to 400,000 people during 2008.
Free medical cover for accident victims soon
The Centre is working on a plan for a cashless system whereby the government would bear all medical expenses during the first 48 hours of hospitalization of the victims of road accidents.
For 300 yrs, every dog had its day in Khanpur, Punjab
Unknown to most outside Patiala, a diktat by Alaa Singh (1695-1765) is cast in stone by villagers, and is followed till this day and dogs get to eat before worshippers at the temple — all three meals of the day.
Buddha, govt differ on fate of abducted policemen
For three months, the families of the two police constables -Kanchan Garai and Sabir Molla - abducted by Maoists from Lalgarh on July 30, had hoped against hope for their safe return.
Delhi Metro asked to clear clogged roads by Nov 30
DMRC has been asked to clear barricades, construction material and equipment from busy areas such as Dhaula Kuan road, NH-8, Humayun Road, Krishi Bhawan roundabout and others by Nov 30.
Hrithik plans mother's birthday
Hrithik Roshan has planned a grand party tomorrow to celebrate his mother, Pinky Roshan’s birthday.
Rajinikanth blessed by Sri Dayanand Saraswati
The latest religious news from the campus of our Superstar is that he got blessings from Swami Sri Dayananda Saraswati.
Manmohan, Wen talk peace, not Dalai Lama
PM Manmohan Singh discussed the border issue on Saturday with his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao in Thailand’s resort town of Hua Hin, with both leaders stressing the need to narrow differences and preserve the peace.
B'wood mouse trap: Promotion via online, cell games
Even before God could consider the late Quick Gun Murugun’s application for an urgent return ticket to earth in order to defeat the non-veg dosa mafia, there were many earthlings fulfilling the Tamil cowboy’s desire for revenge.
Obama declares swine flu a national emergency
The White House said Obama signed a proclamation that would allow medical officials to bypass certain federal requirements. More than 1,000 people have died in US due to swine flu.
After Raje, BJP removes W Bengal unit chief
The West Bengal BJP chief had to quit for party's poor performance in Lok Sabha polls, a day after Vasundhara Raje quit as Leader of Opposition in Rajasthan.
India and Australia resume rivalry
India and Australia will resume their cricketing rivalry as they go into the first One-Day International which promises to be a thrilling contest of nerve and skills.India will miss Zaheer Khan: Hussey
India will badly miss the services of pacer Zaheer Khan in the One-day series against Australia starting on Sunday, according to Michael Hussey.
Long series helps to bounce back: Dhoni
Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said the length of the current seven-match ODI series would give the teams an opportunity to bounce back.
Expectations hampering Ishant: Nielsen
Tim Nielsen feels struggling Ishant Sharma was bound to go through the lean phase as he has been forced to lead the attack too early in his career.TN beat Karnataka, qualify for Vinoo Mankad knock-out stage
Tamil Nadu defeated Karnataka by two wickets in south zone league match to qualify for the knock-out stage of the Vinoo Mankad U-19 tournament.
Airtel CL T20: Looking back
The Airtel CL T20 celebrated the spirit of cricket. We bring to you snapshots of the two-week carnival.
Airtel CL T20: Stats highlights
Here is a statistical look at what went by at the just concluded Airtel CL T20 won by the New South Wales Blues.
No takers for Prasad in SL too
Sacked Indian bowling coach Venkatesh Prasad applied for Sri Lanka's assistant coach's job but failed to find favour from the SLC.
"We’ve enough flexibility to surprise India"
Eager to conquer cricket’s ‘Last Frontier’, Ricky Ponting speaks to espnstar.com in a freewheeling interview.
Hussey: India will miss Zaheer
Australian vice-captain Michael Hussey said India will miss the services of pacer Zaheer Khan in the upcoming ODI series.
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