From Kerala and Chennai in the south to Himachal in the north, the arrest of Anna Hazare's team ahead of his indefinite fast, evoked countrywide protests.
Aug 16, 2011
India unites: Anna's arrest provokes countrywide protests
From Kerala and Chennai in the south to Himachal in the north, the arrest of Anna Hazare's team ahead of his indefinite fast, evoked countrywide protests.
Anna Hazare's arrest: Opposition mulls Parliament boycott for three days
Opposition parties condemned the Congress "attitude", saying the party did not allow any discussion on the arrest of Anna Hazare and others.
Anna Hazare begins fast in police custody after arrest
Anna Hazare today launched a fast in police custody soon after he was arrested for sticking to his plan to defy prohibitory orders.
Arrest beginning of 2nd freedom struggle: Anna
Anna Hazare on Tuesday asked people to participate in a "jail bharo" agitation. Besides Hazare, Arvind Kejriwal and Kiran Bedi were taken into preventive custody.
Akshay Kumar teams up with Ludacris for Speedy Singh
Akshay Kumar is leaving no stone unturned to create a buzz for his first Indo-Canadian venture Speedy Singh earlier titled Breakaway. After working with International music sensations like Kylie Minogue for 'Chiggy Wiggy' in Blue and Snoop Dogg for the title track in Singh is Kinng, Akshay will now be grooving with A-lister American Grammy-award-winning rapper and actor Ludacris for exclusive track for the movie titled, 'Shera Di Khom'. Akshay was earlier not supposed to be a part of his home production Speedy Singh but then he had a change of mind. AK and Ludacris bonded really well during the shoot and have been in touch since then. The song will be shown when the end credits roll. The song has been composed by RDB and Ludacris has worked on the rap. RDB will also feature in the music video along with Akki and Ludacris. Speedy Singh is directed by Robert Lieberman and stars Vinay Virmani, Russell Peters, Rob Lowe, Camilla Belle, Sakina Jaffrey, Anupam Kher and a cameo by Drake. It is a cross-cultural comedy-drama set in the Indo-Canadian community of suburban Toronto, Canada and is the story of South Asian immigrants and how they adapt to a new life in a new country. It is said to be inspired by the life of a hockey player and is the story of an underdog. Speedy Singh will first be screened at the Toronto Film Festival and it will release worldwide on September 23.Wishing Saif Ali Khan a very happy Birthday
He is fondly called as the Nawab of Bollywood… once termed as a rebel actor, he soon metamorphosed into one of the biggest stars. He is none other than Saif Ali Khan. Today marks a special day for Saif, as he turns a year older. This year is going to be a one for Saif as he is already getting rave reviews for his performance in his latest film Aarakshan and also because he is all set to release his most ambitious home production Agent Vinod by year end. Bollywood Hungama takes this opportunity to wish the actor a very Happy Birthday and all the very best for the year ahead. To wish Saif on his birthday, you can post your birthday wishes to him in the comments section below.KJo begins shooting for Student Of The Year with song sequence
Karan Johar starts shooting today for his new directorial venture Student Of The Year with an elaborate campus song choreographed by Farah Khan.Though Farah refuses to comment on the song, the buzz is that the three debutantes Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt and Siddharth Malhotra would be doing a high school party gig, a la Shah Rukh, Kajol and Rani's 'Koi Mil Gaya Mera Dil Gaya' in Karan's directorial debut Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. The film's launch sees two sets of anxious parents from within the film industry Mahesh Bhatt-Soni Razdan and David-Lali Dhawan praying and crossing their fingers for their respective offspring. Says a source, "Like all anxious parents of children who attend school or college for the first day Varun, Alia and Siddharth's parents want to be on the sets on Tuesday. But they've been requested to stay away so that the youngsters don't get self-conscious with their dance movements. And it's not just the kids' first time. Even the director Karan Johar is very nervous because he's directing newcomers for the first time. So the shooting will start on Tuesday without guests, and that includes the newcomers' parents." However, a concession to the parental embargo was made at the last minute when it was discovered that it was Varun's father David Dhawn's birthday on Tuesday. Says a source, "What a wonderful coincidence that David Dhawan's son embarks on his acting career on the day of his father's birthday. Karan had to make a concession and let David drop in to meet his son." However, Mahesh Bhatt confirms his absence from his daughter's shooting. "No, I won't be there. This is the journey of the alone to the unknown. I will buy a ticket and watch her maiden performance on a single-screen cinema hall when the movie releases. Now that is a moment to look forward to, isn't it? This is the stuff that dream launches are made of. Mother Nature has given Alia the looks and the thirst to be a star and Karan has given her a dream launch. What more can she ask for? Now it is up to her to use the opportunity to the optimum."
No marriage right now
Kareena Kapoor continues to make news. At times, the actress' relationship with Saif Ali Khan is discussed. At times, her marriage. At times, HEROINE and her remuneration. The latest is, Kareena is getting married to Saif in 2012. "I have stopped reacting to rumors," Kareena informs me, "Of course, marriage will happen, but both Saif and I are busy with our respective careers. We haven't fixed a date yet." The conversation steers to the two projects she's reportedly signed -- Madhur Bhandarkar's HEROINE and Ekta Kapoor/Milan Luthria's ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI 2. "Well, I have agreed in principle to do HEROINE, but I haven't signed on the dotted line yet. The formalities are yet to be completed. As for ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI 2, I'd love to work with Milan. In fact, ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI is amongst my sister Karisma's favorite films; she has watched it thrice. But I have yet to discuss my role with Milan in its sequel," Kareena states. Point noted!I am not writing 'Dabangg 2'
Lots of speculation going on when it comes to Salman Khan's subsequent movies, after BODYGUARD. Since the actor doesn't interact with media persons, except while promoting his movies during the time of release, the media keeps coming up with stories pertaining to the new films he has signed. But the truth is something else... Once Salman is through with the promotions of BODYGUARD, the actor will embark on the shoot of Yash Raj's EK THA TIGER, which will be followed by SHER KHAN [Sohail Khan], DABANGG 2 [Arbaaz Khan] and KICK [Sajid Nadiadwala - Shirish Kunder]. These are the only films that Salman has green-lit, as of now. Meanwhile, there's talk that Salman is writing the screenplay of DABANGG 2. But, again, the truth is something else. "Arbaaz has penned it himself and it's a mind-blowing script," Salman tells me. Look forward!India's mauling may hurt Test cricket
Geoffrey Boycott feels England's hammering of a financially powerful Indian team might leave spectators disillusioned and deepen the problems of Test cricket.
Rugby: Robinson won't make WC
Australia prop Benn Robinson has conceded defeat in his bid to play in the World Cup and will instead undergo surgery on a knee injury.
Rubin Kazan: We can upset Lyon
Rubin Kazan believe that they can upset Olympique Lyon in their UEFA European Champions League play-off.
Adriaanse: Twente focused on teamwork
FC Twente coach Co Adriaanse believes that his sides' team ethic will prove crucial against Benfica in their UEFA Champions League fixture.
Aguero "happy" with City debut
Sergio Aguero is determined to build on his sensational start as a Manchester City player.
"Copenhagen cannot be complacent"
FC Copenhagen captain Marthias Jorgensen believes that his side cannot be complacent against Victoria Plzen in the UEFA Champions League.
Brisbane Roar sign defender Anan
A-League champions Brisbane Roar have signed Bahrain defender Sayed Mohamed Adnan on a one-year deal.
Rugby: Deans gets new Wallabies deal
Australia coach Robbie Deans has signed a new two-year contract and will remain in charge of the Wallabies until the end of the 2013 international season.
Sturm Graz seek to break jinx
Sturm Graz will hope to make the UEFA Champions League group stages for the first time in a decade by beating BATE Borisov.
Boxing: Khan keen on Morales fight
Amir Khan is eyeing a date with Erik Morales later this year despite calls from Marcos Maidana for a rematch.
Wenger sounds Udinese battle cry
Arsene Wenger accepts there are now more doubts than ever over the future of his young Arsenal side.
Botham: I can walk with my chin up now
Ian Botham has revealed that commentators from all around the world always made fun of England, but says he is a proud man today after his country's ascent to the top.
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