Dec 24, 2010
Trio in title battle - Ferguson
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson believes only Arsenal and Chelsea can beat his team in the Premier League title race.
Chelsea v Man Utd set for March
The postponed Premier League match between Chelsea and Manchester United is provisionally rescheduled for 1 March.
Man Utd v Sunderland
Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's game between Manchester United and Sunderland in the Premier League.
Newcastle v Man City
Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's game between Newcastle and Man City in the Premier League.
Everton v Birmingham
Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's game between Everton and Birmingham in the Premier League.
Fulham v West Ham
Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's game between Fulham and West Ham in the Premier League.
Bolton v West Brom
Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's game between Bolton and West Brom in the Premier League.
Wolves v Wigan
Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's game between Wolves and Wigan in the Premier League.
Zenden ready to force selection
Sunderland midfielder Boudewijn Zenden is ready to force his way into the first XI after a spell out of the side.
Skipper Ponting expects to play
Australia captain Ricky Ponting says his chances of playing in the fourth Ashes Test on Boxing Day in Melbourne are "very high."
Bell focused on England victory
Ian Bell says where he bats for England is irrelevant as long as they win the crucial fourth Ashes Test against Australia.
Croft likely to miss Six Nations
England flanker Tom Croft is likely to miss the Six Nations with a fractured shoulder.
Springbok James set for Bath exit
Bath's South African fly-half Butch James indicates he will return to his homeland in the summer after four seasons at the Rec.
Welsh National delayed by snow
The Welsh National on 27 December has been put back to 8 January because of snow.
Schoolboy hits 498 to set new Indian runs record
Thirteen-year-old Armaan Jaffer sets the record for the highest score by a schoolboy in India.
Rugby: Glasgow to stay unchanged
Glasgow have named an unchanged starting XV for Monday's Magners League clash with Edinburgh at Firhill.
Rugby: Sale to promote from within
Sale Sharks owner Brian Kennedy has described Pete Anglesea as "the obvious choice" to step in for departed head coach Mike Brewer.
Boxing: Double-header at Wembley
Wembley Arena will stage a British title double-header on February 5.
Houllier denies Young exit reports
Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier does not expect winger Ashley Young to leave the club in January.
Boxing Day Stats Package
All the stats and information for Sunday's Boxing Day fixtures in the Barclays Premier League.
Anderson allays fitness scare
James Anderson showed little discomfort from his sore side during an hour-long spell of bowling in the Melbourne net.
Arsenal vs Chelsea Team News
Cesc Fabregas and Robin van Persie are available to make their first start together since August when Arsenal host Chelsea.
Wolves vs Wigan Team News
Wigan will be without Honduras internationals Hendry Thomas and Maynor Figueroa for their Barclays Premier League game at Wolves.
Fulham vs West Ham Team News
Mark Hughes will give a fitness test to Mousa Dembele before deciding whether he will play in Fulham's clash with West Ham.
Everton vs Birmingham Team News
Birmingham defender Liam Ridgewell is poised to return for the Barclays Premier League clash with Everton at Goodison Park.
Blackburn vs Stoke Team News
Blackburn are likely to be without captain Christopher Samba for the Barclays Premier League clash with Stoke.
Bolton vs West Brom Team News
West Brom's leading scorer Peter Odemwingie is fit to return for the Barclays Premier League clash at Bolton on Boxing Day.
Blackpool vs Liverpool Team News
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard will return from a six-week absence for the match against Blackpool at Bloomfield Road.
Newcastle vs Man City Team News
Newcastle striker Shola Ameobi is struggling to make the Boxing Day clash with Manchester City.
Aston Villa vs Tottenham Team News
Tottenham should welcome back Rafael van der Vaart, Jermaine Jenas and Younes Kaboul for Sunday's match at Aston Villa.
Akshay Oberoi invites cousin Vivek to see his film
Setting aside all talk of a cold war with cousin, Vivek Oberoi, newcomer Akshay Oberoi who makes his debut this week in the Rajshris' Isi Life Mein has invited Vivek to watch his film. Vivek has promised his cousin he will make time very shortly. Says the newcomer, "There is absolutely no stress with Vivek. I don't know where these rumours came from. I don't know why people are making it seem as if we're at loggerheads." The truth is, Akshay Oberoi tried to downplay his family connection with Vivek because he didn't want to seem like a clingy cousin desirous of cashing in on his more-famous family member's name. Says Akshay, "Vivek and I didn't grow up together. Since I was studying acting and theatre in the US for several years and we weren't connected constantly. So if we aren't bumchums, we aren't at war either. Why should we be? We are like any other family. I'm a huge fan of Vivek and will always wish him well. I hope he sees my film soon." Having said that, the pragmatic newcomer knows it is each on his own in the entertainment industry. "Vivek and I come from different families. We lead separate lives. He has his own career. And I will have my own now. We will always be there for one another. But we are not going to be posing for together photographs all the time to prove to the world that we belong to one family." Akshay's namesake, the Kumar, also has a release, a much larger one this week. But the newbie is unperturbed. Says the latest Oberoi on the block, "Isi Life Mein and Tees Maar Khan are two different films. We are a much smaller film. We're hoping we'd also get some support. After all it is the holiday season."
Krayon Pictures starts animating Govind Nihlani's 'Kamlu'
Close on the heels of announcement about Krayon's next project Ashwatthama, here's presenting something more for the animation and Bollywood lovers. Bollywood's ace Director Govind Nihlani's animation venture Kamlu has finally started getting into the shape, courtesy, Pune based animation studio - Krayon Pictures. The two entertainment giants have come together to jointly work on the film. "The film, which is being made into 3D, is due for release in August next year, provided all the things work out well," said Govind Nihlani, exclusively to Bollywood Hungama. "We have started the animation and work is on in full swing," said Nishith Takia, Co-Founder - Director, Krayon Pictures. As per the plans, the director is looking at releasing the first look and promo of the film in the first quarter of the next year. "Depending on the response from the audience we get, we might consider it for a stereoscopic project as well. Our aim is to release it on a global scale as the local market is still not ready to give the return on investment made on animation projects," said Nihlani.Sonakshi Sinha signed up as brand ambassador for Dyna Soaps
She came, she saw, she 'Khan-querred'. We are indeed talking about the one and only Gen-Next dynamite Sonakshi Sinha, the very PYT who was one of the vital names instrumental in making her debut film Dabangg a mega success. And once you are a top-notch heroine, it's not just the films, but also the ad world starts beckoning you. After having signed Joker, Shirish Kunder's 3-D bonanza, Sonakshi is now all set to enter the ad world with a bang! The pretty actress has now been signed up as the brand ambassador for 'Dyna Soaps', so reports Bollywood Hungama's most trusted sources. When we tried calling up the company officials, they confirmed the news, but denied to reveal any further details. Readers may recall that Katrina Kaif was the previous brand ambassador for the said brand of soap. Do watch this space for more details.Salman Khan signed up as brand ambassador for Mountain Dew
They say 'There is nothing that a Khan can't'! This statement can't be truer in the case of the Dabangg man Salman Khan! Is there anything that this guy can't do? How many people can boast of turning films into a goldmine for its makers, having romanced the best of heroines, having the whole of globe rooting for him, ruling both the telly land as well as the silver screen with equal command, demand and elan! Well, it has to be the Salman Khan, the man who will now be seen as the brand ambassador for Mountain Dew, so reports Bollywood Hungama's ever-so-reliable sources. The source also added that he has been signed up for a whopping amount of Rs. 5 crore for a year! Readers may also note the fact that, with this endorsement, Salman Khan also happens to be the first ever brand ambassador of the said brand. As they say, Khan's exactly the way to go!Akshay and Katrina get mobbed by fans
There are always two sides to a coin. While being famous comes with its own perks, there is a flip side too, which is of being followed by millions of ardent fans wherever you go. Though it's all for the love of the celeb, sometimes the fans can get into frenzy and create trouble for the star. Katrina Kaif recently had a first hand experience of this, while she was on a promotional tour for her upcoming film Tees Maar Khan. It was in Dubai when Katrina was scheduled for a promotional event at a local mall where her fans gathered in thronging numbers. On seeing her car arrive, her fans mobbed the vehicle for a glimpse of the actress. The situation got so out of hand that Katrina's make up man had to double up as her security to escort the harrowed star back to the hotel. While closer to home, on a nationwide promotional campaign, both Akshay and Katrina were left confined to the hotel in Ludhiana, all thanks to the fans who had gathered outside. Maybe the fans took the 'Catch me if you can' bit from the TMK's title track too seriously.First promo of 'Patiala House' catches your eye
The moment you think of Akshay Kumar, images of his comic entertainers conjure up in front of your eyes. That Akshay is synonymous with comedy is well known by now. And once expects his next release, PATIALA HOUSE, to be a rib-tickling entertainer as well. But the first promo of the film catches you completely unaware. It tilts towards strong emotions. It tugs at your heartstrings. The conflict between the father and son [the roles are enacted by Rishi Kapoor and Akshay] comes across extremely well in the promo and if the film is as impressive as its first promo, then Nikhil Advani would be credited for getting him back to serious roles after a hiatus. Besides the volatile relationship between the father and son, PATIALA HOUSE also catches your eye because it talks of cricket, which is the favourite sport of Indians. Nikhil made a terrific debut with KAL HO NAA HO and seems like the talented director returns to narrate a strong emotional story in PATIALA HOUSE. The promo of the film is out on Bollywood Hungama. Enjoy! Click here to watch the promoRussian President meets SRK and Bebo on sets of Ra.One
That Shah Rukh Khan has a huge fan following world over is a given. However, what was surprising to note was the fact that even the President of Russia Dimitri Medvedev is an admirer of the Bollywood superstar. The Russian President was in Mumbai on a political visit but he did squeeze out sometime from his busy schedule to drop by on the sets of Ra.One to meet Shah Rukh Khan. Dimitri Medvedev was also equally excited to meet SRK's Ra.One co-star Kareena Kapoor and even told her how popular her late grandfather (Shri. Raj Kapoor) still is in his homeland Russia. The President saw one shot, chatted with the actors and bid them goodbye. In the recent past, even world famous magician Franz Harary made a stop over on the sets of Ra.One to meet the Baadshah of Bollywood. Surely they don't call him King Khan for nothing.Madhuri Dixit quietly shoots an ad; will also sign movie soon
The ovation is so irresistible especially when you happen to be Madhuri Dixit. To no one's surprise, she's back in the thick of things shooting not only for the reality show that brought her to India this time, but also an endorsement for which she has apparently been paid an unheard-of price.
Madhuri has now been signed on for a number of endorsements in India. One of them was shot last week at a suburban studio. According to reliable sources, Madhuri and her old faithful business manager Rakesh Nath (Rikku) have finalized the exiled Diva for at least three other endorsements that would keep Madhuti busy for a good part of January. When contacted Rikku who has looked after Madhuri's career from the start admits Madhuri's endorsement plans. "She is at this very moment shooting for an endorsement campaign for Hindustan Lever product. Other endorsements are being finalized. Meetings are on." The buzz in the film industry is that Madhuri is determined to make a comeback into movies. Says a source, "The reality show, then the endorsements are stepping stones to a movie comeback. When she did Yash Raj Films' Aaja Nachle three years ago, the project backfired because it relied solely on her charisma. The film was about saving a dying theatre company. It wasn't about saving the Taj Mahal. So no one really cared. This time Madhuri is determined to get her movie comeback right. She's here in Mumbai for the long haul. The reality show and endorsements are teaser trailers. Madhuri will sign a big film soon." Apparently, Yashraj Films, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Karan Johar and UTV have come up with tempting offers. Madhuri is on the verge of signing one of these. Says Rikku, "You're right. She has got 4-5 very good offers. She will definitely do another film soon. But this time we have to be very careful. I've worked with other actresses. But Madhuriji is Madhuriji." The diva seems more than happy keeping busy at home away from her adopted home. Says Madhuri, "I'm having a ball. I am so glad people have like me on 'Jhalak Dikhlaa Jaa'. I am enjoying this busy phase before the camera." Her sons are expected to join her this week for their Christmas holidays. "I can't wait to see them," Madhuri says happily before rushing for her next shot.
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