Mar 22, 2011
Vidya Balan signed as brand ambassador of World Earth Hour 2011
Vidya Balan, besides being a natural beauty, is also known for her associations with social causes. After having endorsed many leading products, Vidya has now been signed as brand ambassador of WWF's 'World Earth Hour 2011', something which Abhishek Bachchan did last year. This year, the World Earth Hour is scheduled to take place on Saturday March 26 between 8.30 pm and 9.30 pm.For starters, Earth Hour 2011 aims to show the actions that people, businesses and governments world-wide are taking to reduce their environmental impact. Thereby establishing and encouraging others to join an interconnected global community engaged in dialogue and resource sharing that generates real solutions to environmental challenges. The highlight of Earth Hour 2011 will see the world's most iconic landmarks go dark for one designated hour, as hundreds of millions of people transcend race, religion, culture, society, generation and geography, switching off their lights in a global celebration of their commitment to protect the one thing that unites us all - the planet. With Vidya coming on board with the 'World Earth Hour 2011', it only gets brighter by the day!
Minisha Lamba to play journalist in Joker
After Preity Zinta and many others, it seems that the petite Minissha Lamba is now all set to play a journalist in the Shirish Kunder's Joker, a film that stars Akshay Kumar, Sonakshi Sinha and Shreyas Talpade. In 2008, Minissha was seen playing a news reporter in Samar Khan's Shaurya. The actress now plays a journalist again on the silver screen, however this time in a comic 3D film.Sharman Joshi replaces Fido Dido to be brand ambassador of 7 Up
This news is something that could have happened only in Hollywood, but this has happened in our very own Bollywood! After years of having the iconic Fido Dido as their brand ambassador, the soft drink major 7 Up has now roped in Sharman Joshi to be its new face. Sources close to Bollywood Hungama said that, Sharman has been signed for a 2 year period with 7 Up for a whopping sum of more than Rs. 5 crores! This is the first time 7 Up will have a celebrity endorser; earlier they had Mallika Sherawat for just one campaign. On being signed up as the brand ambassador, Sharman said, "7 Up is a cool drink, I am elated to be a associated with it." That's one up for Sharman '7 Up' Joshi!Priyanka Chopra to be brand ambassador of Garnier
Enlighten us with, something that Priyanka Chopra hasn't done in life? From wining beauty pageants, to ruling the silver screen and now, brand endorsements... Whatever she does, she does it with style and elan! Just last week, we broke the news about Priyanka Chopra being chosen as the brand ambassador of Nikon. This week, BollywoodHungama's sources confirmed and said that she's been chosen as the brand ambassador of the cosmetic giant Garnier. The official announcement regarding this is awaited.Bipasha Basu to do item number in Murder 2?
Bipasha Basu, the Bollywood bombshell, may have missed out on an item number in her film Dum Maaro Dum to Deepika Padukone; however she might just have an item number for herself in Murder 2. Bipasha's spokesperson says, "Right now, she has no dates for the item number's shoot. However, Bipasha would love to work with the Bhatts again, and yes...if the shoot works out during the time she is available, she will most definitely be doing a dance number in Murder 2." . Though more details remains unavailable, we guess we will have to wait and watch to see if Bips does takes up the item number in Murder 2.Veteran actor Bob Christo passes away
It's been a sad week for Bollywood, as two veteran actors have set for heavenly abode. While Navin Nischol passed away last week, Bob Christo (70) passed away in Bangalore on Sunday afternoon. He was hospitalized after a massive heart attack on Saturday afternoon. After having debuted with Abdullah, Bob went onto create and carve a niche place for himself in Bollywood; most of his roles were that of a villain's henchman and evil British officer in period films. Not many know that this man was a qualified civil engineer. The actor of Australian origin went on to act in over 200 movies, which included films like Mard, Qurbani, Mr. India, Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja and Gumraah, to name a few. Ironically, the actor's biography titled 'Flashback: My Times in Bollywood and Beyond' was to be released by Akshay Kumar in June. Bollywood Hungama prays for the departed man's soul to rest in eternal peace.Madhuri returns back to US; might do the next season of dance reality show
Getting the divine Madhuri Dixit to sign on the dotted line just got costlier. After the stupendous response to her presence on Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, Madhuri was a pre-given for the next season. Sure enough the channel offered Madhuri another season of Jhalak and she apparently showed a keen interest in returning to the show.But now it appears, in order to get her back, the channel would have to considerably upgrade her already-impressive, if not astronomical, fee. Apparently, Madhuri's fee is larger than any offered to any reality-show judge on Indian television. Says a co-star who has worked closely with Madhuri, "And why not? She brought so much to the table when she came on-board. Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa went to another level with Madhuri." While channel sources are tight-lipped about the serious re-negotiation, Madhuri who returned to the US last week, is candid enough to admit that another season of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa is being worked out. Says Madhuri, "We're under negotiation. Nothing has been finalized as yet. Let's see...I really enjoyed my first stint on the show. I am not discounting a second season." For now Madhuri has returned back to the US. "I don't know when I'll be back. This has been my longest stay in Mumbai away from my husband and kids. Though my sons joined me in Mumbai during Christmas, I still felt the distance. At the moment I can't think of anything but going back to the people who matter the most to me." Madhuri hasn't signed any film. "I met directors and heard scripts. But nothing that would tear me away from my children." Madhuri is overwhelmed by the response she got during this trip to Mumbai. "I've to admit this was a very special visit to Mumbai. I felt extremely welcome. But right now I can't say when I'm coming back." The channel hosting Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa would have an answer to whether Madhuri returns to Mumbai in the near future.
Wishing Rani Mukerji a very happy Birthday
Rani Mukerji is the lady who proved true the saying of 'Living upto your name'! Ever since the word 'go', Rani Mukerji has been ruling the silver screen, like a 'True Queen' would do! Today, even as she celebrates her birthday, millions out there are still wondering who her 'Mr. Right' will be! For all the 'curious fans', this is some piece of info that she has declared that she is surely in love with someone, and that when the time is right, she will make it official! But, we feel, the time is just right for us to announce that all ya fans of this lovely lady that you can post your birthday wishes for her below:Veteran actor Naveen Nischol passes away
Naveen Nischol was one of the very few actors who were successful in films as well as television. The talented actor passed away this morning due to heart attack. After having made his debut with the Hindi film Sawan Bhadon in the year 1970, Naveen went on to do films like Buddha Mil Gaya, Victoria No. 203, Dhund… to name a few and of course the most recent being Khosla Ka Ghosla and Break Ke Baad. He also became a big name on television in the 90s due to the popular TV serial 'Dekh Bhai Dekh'. Bollywood Hungama prays for his soul to rest in eternal peace.
James Cameron visits Priyan's Malayalam film set in Abu Dhabi
The Titanic-Avatar's director James Cameron is planning a film based in India. In Abu Dhabi earlier this week, for a media summit, Cameron suddenly landed up on location to watch Priyadarshan shoot a Malayalam film with Mohanlal. Cameron spent a good two hours with Priyan and his leading man. "He didn't know anyone from the Indian film industry except Vidhu Vinod Chopra. He didn't know me or my work. But had an insatiable curiosity about what I was doing and where I came from. He is going to watch my Kanchivaram," says Priyadarshan proudly. When James Cameron suddenly dropped in on location at Abu Dhabi to meet Priyadarshan, the Avatar director only knew he was going to meet a prolific South Indian filmmaker. When Cameron heard Priyadarshan's output he was shocked. Cameron, who has directed barely 32 films in 33 years of his career, thought he had heard wrongly. And considering Priyan's thick accent, it'd be easy for a Canadian to misunderstand. Speaking from Abu Dhabi, Priyan laughs, "When I told him that I had made 81 films he just couldn't believe it, and asked me to repeat the number. Cameron makes one film every 3-4 years. For him to understand how we filmmakers operate in India is impossible." Cameron was under the impression that Priyadarshan only directed South Indian films. On hearing of Priyan's track-record in Hindi, Cameron desired to watch his Bollywood films. But Priyan shied away from exposing his Bollywood side to Cameron. Recounts Priyan, "When he got to know I make Hindi films too, he wanted to see some of my work in Bollywood. But I am not showing him my Hindi films. I want him to watch my Kanchivaram. Most, including me, consider it my best work. It is also my most Indian work. I want him to get a feel of the real India through Kanchivaram." Priyan will send Cameron a DVD copy of Kanchivaram. "We exchanged email IDs and phone numbers and I intend to keep in touch with him, and not only because I admire his work so much but also because he was such a humble down-to-earth man. He kept telling me to shoot as it was approaching dusk and the light would fade." Priyan wanted to attend Cameron's lecture on the 3D technique in Abu Dhabi. "But I couldn't get the time. I'm going to connect with Cameron now and we'll exchange ideas. A joint venture? Why not?" In fact, Priyan and Cameron have already discussed a collaborative endeavour. We are not supposed to know about it. But it's apparently a film that Cameron will produce and Priyadarshan will direct.Rio 'won't turn back on England'
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Villa chief backs Gerard Houllier
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Grant denies FA misconduct charge
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Bin Hammam wants Fifa to open up
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MK Dons 1-0 Peterborough
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FA investigates laser pen reports
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Wolves' Zubar out for the season
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Davis ruled out of NI qualifier
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Winger Jarvis eyes England impact
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Manager Gannon leaves Port Vale
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Crime seizures to fund League Cup
Rangers will next season defend the Scottish Communities League Cup after the Scottish Government agrees a £1m sponsorship.
Bin Hammam wants Fifa to open up
Fifa presidential candidate Mohamed Bin Hammam says he will make the bidding process for future World Cups more open if he is elected to the post.
Rio 'won't turn back on England'
Rio Ferdinand is still available for England duty despite controversially losing the captaincy, according to a source close to the player.
Bonds drugs perjury trial begins
Jury selection begins in the trial of former baseball star Barry Bonds on charges he lied when he denied taking performance-enhancing drugs.
Villa chief backs Gerard Houllier
Aston Villa chief executive Paul Faulkner says Gerard Houllier's job is safe despite calls from fans for the manager's dismissal.
Grant denies FA misconduct charge
West Ham manager Avram Grant has denied an FA charge of improper conduct for comments he made about referee Mike Jones following his side's 2-1 FA Cup defeat by Stoke.
Wolves' Zubar out for the season
Wolves defender Ronald Zubar will miss the rest of the season after undergoing a back operation.
FA investigates laser pen reports
Reports that a laser pen was aimed at referee Chris Foy and Manchester City players during Chelsea's 2-0 win on Sunday are being investigated.
Foxes sign Fulham striker Kamara
Leicester City tie up a loan deal for out-of-favour Fulham forward Diomansy Kamara.
Heynckes set to leave Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen manager Jupp Heynckes is set to leave the club at the end of the season and is considering an offer to coach rivals Bayern Munich.
Canale cited for tackles on Scots
Italy centre Gonzalo Canale is cited for dangerous tackling in the Six Nations defeat by Scotland.
Oosthuizen misses Spanish defence
Louis Oosthuizen will not defend his title at this week's Andalucian Open because of an eye infection.
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