Actor Abhishek Bachchan

Actor Abhishek Bachchan describes Mani Ratnam as a "cinematic genius" and urges movie lovers to grab a copy of film critic Baradwaj Rangan's book "Conversations With Mani Ratnam" and read it....

Dinesh Yadav returns to 'Bigg Boss', hopes to overcome shortfalls

Bhojpuri actor Dinesh Yadav, who was the first contestant to be evicted from "Bigg Boss 6", is re-entering the reality show. He hopes to overcome his weaknesses during his second stint.

Bal Thackeray critical, uncertainty looms over showbiz industry

As Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray remained critical Thursday, a cloud of uncertainty loomed over filmmakers, TV producers and theatres owners.

Big B calls Sunil Gavaskar great son of India

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan describes cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar as one of the most entertaining people ever and says he is the pride of India.

Small films brings brisk box office business

They are small in trems of budgets, but romantic comedy "Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana" and horror thriller "1920 Evil Returns" have managed a fair opening for themselves by earning Rs.1.25 and Rs.4.05 respectively on its opening weekend.

Yash Chopra's death is like a personal loss, says close friend

Nazir Bakshi, a businessman and friend of Bollywood director Yash Chopra, has expressed his grief and sorrow over his demise. Speaking in Srinagar, Bakshi said Chopra was almost like a part of him.

Vinod accommodates dates for Randhir

Veteran actor Vinod Khanna was more than accomodating when Randhir Kapoor's daughter Kareena's wedding loomed large, and the father of the bride had to take a chunk of time off from the shooting schedule of their new film.

Shammi Kapoor remembered on birthday

Late Shammi Kapoor, one of the most popular actors of Bollywood film industry who was called the Elvis Presley of India, is being remembered on his 81st birthday on Sunday.

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have romantic dinner date

Actor Robert Pattinson and girlfriend Kristen Stewart, who recently reconciled following their split during the summer, enjoyed a romantic dinner date together, where they could barely keep their hands off each other.

My enthusiasm was misrepresented: Ranveer Singh

Actor Ranveer Singh exuded enthusiasm after a successful Bollywood debut with "Band Baaja Baaraat". But his eagerness and frankness didn't go well with the industry and the actor has now mended his ways and become cautious.

No television for Jiah Khan

Actress Jiah Khan, who made her acting debut opposite megastar Amitabh Bachchan in “Nishabd”, is happy with films and is not interested in doing television.

Court refuses to summon script of 'Fashion' film

A Delhi court has turned down a plea for issuing an order to present the script of filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar's movie "Fashion" on an author's allegation that the plot of the film was illegally copied from her book.

CBI opposes relief for Sanjay Dutt

The CBI Thursday urged the Supreme Court to maintain the six years' jail term awarded to Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt for sourcing a rifle and some ammunition from those who were later accused of the 1993 Mumbai blasts.

I'm not comfortable with romantic scenes: Boman Irani

He can play the funny man, the bad man, but not the lover boy, says actor Boman Irani, who admits he was a tad uncomfortable performing a romantic role opposite Farah Khan in "Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi".

'Kya Super Kool...' earns Rs.7.12 crore on opening day

Ekta Kapoor is happy with 'gaalis' (criticism) and 'taalis' (applause) for "Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum", which has drawn a decent response at the box office with an opening day collection of Rs.7.12 crore.

Bollywood's first superstar Rajesh Khanna got a "dignified" funeral, and one which he truly "deserved", says his actor son-in-law Akshay Kumar, who always wanted to witness the late actor's superstardom.

Bollywood prays for Rajesh Khanna's departed soul

From megastar Amitabh Bachchan to the famed Kapoor clan - a horde of Bollywood celebrities, mostly dressed down in white, attended a prayer meet here Saturday in reverence of India's first superstar Rajesh Khanna

Deana playing 'race card' in Big Brother?

London/Mumbai, July 14: Deana Uppal is facing a similar situation which made Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty an international icon with reality show Big Brother.

Ranbir excited to work with Kashyap brothers

Mumbai, July 14 : Ranbir Kapoor is glad he is getting a chance to be directed by Anurag Kashyap in "Bombay Velvet", and by his younger brother Abhinav Kashyap in "Besharam". He says the two brothers are quitehh opposite to each other.

Rajesh Khanna hospitalized again

Mumbai, July 14 : Actor Rajesh Khanna was Saturday again admitted to the Lilavati Hospital here, six days after he was discharged from there, hospital sources said.

Yesteryear superstar Rajesh Khanna

Yesteryear superstar Rajesh Khanna, who was yesterday admitted to a private hospital in Mumbai, is recovering fast and likely to be discharged in a couple of days.

Leave Aishwarya Rai alone, say fans

New Delhi, June 1 : Actress Aishwarya Rai's post pregnancy weight gain is the talk of the town, but fans aren't happy with the debate and urge everyone to leave her alone.

No grace in dance today: Saroj Khan

Mumbai, June 1 : When most of filmdom is raving about positive changes in Indian cinema, choreographer Saroj Khan begs to differ and rues that the quality of dance has gone down in movies.

'Ferrari Ki Sawaari' music offers happy ride

By Bhaskar Pant, Film: "Ferrari Ki Sawaari"; Music Director: Pritam; Lyricist: Swanand Kirkire, Amitabh Bhattacharya, Guru Thakur, Satyanshu Singh, Devanshu Singh; Singers: Sonu Nigam, Rana Majumdar, Aishwarya Nigam and Ashish, Urmila Dhangar, Shaan, Boman Irani, Aayush Phukan, Priyani Vani Pandit, K Mohan;

I always wanted to do double role: Vidya Balan

New Delhi, May 24 : A bespectacled studious girl to a glam diva -- Bollywood actress Vidya Balan has essayed a range of characters in showbiz, but she says she always wanted to do a double role.

Nothing extraordinary about 'Rakhtbeej' soundtrack

By Bhaskar Pant, Film: "Rakhtbeej"; Music Director: Satish-Ajay; Lyricist: Ravi Mantwal, Satish Tripathi; Singers: Mamta Sharma, Ajay Jaiswal, Vinod Rathod, Aishwarya Nigam, Nidhi Prabha, Abhijeet Sawant, Deepak Giri, Chandana Baruah and Shaan,

Akshay Kumar praises Diya Sharma

 Mumbai, May 21 : Bollywood hunk Akshay Kumar is full of praises for Diya Sharma and said he shares a fabulous chemistry with anchor-turned-actor.

After cricket, acting a luxury: Preity

Mumbai, May 21 : Actress Preity Zinta, who co-owns Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kings XI Punjab and has been busy cheering her team at the matches, is back to shooting, and loving it.

Stop creating confusion over copyright issue: Shabana

Mumbai, May 19: Veteran actress Shabana Azmi feels that people are creating confusion over the share of profits earned by music directors and lyricists on their work, as proposed in the copyright amendment bill.

Ravi Kishan signs Yash Raj's next

New Delhi, May 19 : It's good times for Bhojpuri superstar Ravi Kishan's Bollywood career. After working with directors like Shyam Benegal and Mani Ratnam, the actor has now bagged a film to be produced by Y-Films, a subsidiary of the Yash Raj Films (YRF) banner.

To be a celebrity, be strong: Bipasha

Mumbai, May 17 : Actress Bipasha Basu has been part of the fashion and the film industries for almost a decade and she has never feared experimenting. However, she admits being a celebrity doesn't come easy and one needs to be mentally strong to handle criticism.

Shahid excited about hosting IIFA

Mumbai, May 14, : Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor says that after a lot of people convinced him, he agreed to host the 13th edition of International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards in Singapore June 7-9.

Shahid signs Bejoy Nambiar's next

Mumbai, May 13: After the success of "Shaitaan", director Bejoy Nambiar is in no mood to relax, it seems. While still working on his second directorial venture "David", he has already roped in Shahid Kapoor for his next untitled project.

Priyanka in awe of Aradhana in 'Teri Meri Kahaani'

New Delhi, May 11 : Actress Priyanka Chopra, who plays three different roles in "Teri Meri Kahaani", is excited about her character Punjabi Aradhana and reveals that she has added a personal touch to the role.

Aishwarya Rai voted Most Ideal Celebrity Mom : Survey

Kolkata, May 11 : Shaadi.com, a leading global matrimonial portal, today conducted a survey on Mother's Day to find out former Miss World and Bollywood diva Aishwarya Rai Bachchan topping the list of being the "Ideal Celebrity Mom".

We've borrowed 'Rowdy Rathore' music from original: Wajid

By Subhash K. Jha, Mumbai, May 4 : Wajid, of the composer duo Sajid-Wajid, confesses that a part of the music in their "Rowdy Rathore" score is borrowed from the original Telugu film "Vikramarkudu".

Vidya Balan to promote cleanliness, sanitation

New Delhi, May 3 :Bollywood actor Vidya Balan has been appointed by the Ministry of Rural Development and the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation as brand ambassador to spread awareness about sanitation and cleanliness in the country.

Manyata, Malaika attend Shilpa's baby shower

Mumbai, May 3: Bollywood beauties Malaika Arora Khan, Raveena Tandon and Amrita Rao were among the celebrities who came to bless pregnant actress Shilpa Shetty at her baby shower here Thursday.

Nandana Sen promotes 'The Forest'

Kolkata, May 1 : Actor Nandana Sen was in the city on Monday to promote her upcoming ecological thriller “The Forest”.

Eros Intl to release Vinod Chopra's 'Ferrari Ki Sawaari' worldwide

New Delhi, May 1 : Eros International Media Ltd, a leading company in the Indian film entertainment industry, has acquired the worldwide distribution rights of Vidhu Vinod Chopra's 'Ferrari Ki Sawaari' that hits cinema screens worldwide on June 15, it was announced today.

Barfi

“Barfi!” stars Ranbir as a deaf-mute boy while Priyanka essays the role of an autistic girl. Telugu actress Ileana D’Cruz plays narrator.
The shooting is almost over, said Basu and added: “These are speculations. The film is not getting delayed because of anyone. The film is almost complete, we are just waiting for the right date to be decided by UTV. Even I am waiting for that date 

 

Mumbai: The makers of Emraan Hashmi-starrer 'Jannat' have planned to make it into a franchise with a third installment in the offing. The 2008 hit film 'Jannat' starring Emraan Hashmi revolved around betting in cricket, while 'Jannat 2' is about illegal trading in arms and ammunition, again featuring Emraan. "We intend to take the franchise forward. There will be another films in the series.. we would have 'Jannat 3' etc...

Now Ranbir promotes football

New Delhi, March 5 : After T20 cricket, T20 football is here! Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor, brand ambassador of Pepsi, has urged the youth to be part of the new sport format, which he feels could give a boost to football in the country.

Salman, SRK war of words continues

Mumbai, April 2 : Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan don't seem to be ready to bury the hatchet yet, to go by their comments at two different events Monday.

Manisha Koirala gearing up for Bollywood comeback

New Delhi, Mar 31 : Manisha Koirala is set to make a comeback to Bollywood and is finalising different scripts for the purpose.

Satyajit Ray was a ruthless director, says son Sandip

By Pradipta Tapadar, Kolkata, April 1 : Two decades after the legendary Satyajit Ray's death, his son says the skill of being a "ruthless director" that he has inherited from his father is a prime reason for his success as a filmmaker.

Ranbir in disguise?

New Delhi, March 31: Can you imagine Ranbir Kapoor, who left his fans asking for more after his intense performance as a musician in "Rockstar", with grey hair, wrinkles and spectacles? He has donned this avatar but it is yet not known for what!

I want Madhubala's films, Madhuri's talent: Dia

New Delhi, March 29 : Legendary actress Madhubala and dancing diva Madhuri Dixit are among the names that come to Dia Mirza's mind upon the mention of Bollywood's most iconic women.

Yet to decide Esha's wedding date: Hema Malini

Mumbai, March 27 : After Esha Deol's engagement with businessman beau Bharat Takhtani, everyone is eagerly waiting to hear about her D-day. But her mother and veteran actress Hema Malini says they have yet to decided the wedding date.

Big B back in front of camera, feels strange

Mumbai, March 26: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was taking time off from work following surgeries, recently faced the camera after a long gap for the promo shoot of the forthcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 5 and says he felt "strange".

John is selfless: Ayushmann Khurrana

Mumbai, March 26 : VJ-turned-actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who plays the lead role in John Abraham's debut production venture "Vicky Donor", says the latter is one of the most selfless person he has ever come across.

Boney Kapoor's ex-wife Mona dead

Mumbai, March 25 : Producer Mona Shourie Kapoor, ex-wife of Bollywood filmmaker Boney Kapoor, died in a hospital here Sunday after battling multiple organ cancer for about five months. Just a few days before her death, she tweeted, "Kindly pray for me!" She was 48.

'Sperm donation common, people keep mum'

By Priyanka Sharma, New Delhi, March 25: VJ-turned-actor Ayushmann Khurrana has chosen to be different. With "Vicky Donor", an uncoventional film on sperm donation, he is glad that his debut project deals with a common issue seldom talked about in the country.

'Things fine between Kareena and me' : Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra is officially the country’s most glamorous woman now with English channel BIG CBS LOVE announcing her as the winner of the first season of India's Glam Diva. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu catches up with the actor on her recent achievement

Boman enjoying Farah's company

New Delhi, March 20 : Boman Irani is busy working on "Shirin Farhad Ki Nikal Padi" and says it's been fun working with his co-star, choreographer Farah Khan, who is making her acting debut with the movie.

John Abraham fractures foot during fight sequence

New Delhi, Mar 20 : John Abraham suffered a hairline fracture on his foot while filming an action sequence for Sanjay Gupta's action thriller.

Vikram Bhatt completes 20 years in Bollywood

Mumbai, Mar 20 : Bollywood filmmaker Vikram Bhatt on Tuesday completed his 20 years in show business.

Don't want my son in films: Akshay

Mumbai, March 20 : Actor-producer Akshay Kumar, who spends quality time with his 10-year-old son Aarav despite his busy schedule, says that he wants to keep him away from films.

SC relief for Shahrukh Khan

New Delhi, Mar 19 : Supreme Court today dismissed a petition seeking demolition of alleged illegal constructions raised by Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan in his bunglow Mannat in Mumbai.

I make people nervous, I never get nervous: Sajid Khan

Mumbai, March 18 : Sajid Khan, who has delivered two consecutive hits as a director, says nervousness is not part of his dictionary.

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For family, I chose to do TV over movies: Karisma

New Delhi, March 18 : Karisma Kapoor stayed away from films after marriage and children because she wanted to focus on her family. But she says she continued doing ads and TV as it was way easier than doing movies.

Mahesh Bhatt move HC to quash smoking ban notification

New Delhi, Mar 17 : The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Health and Family Welfare Ministry on film director Mahesh Bhatt's plea seeking quashing of a notification prohibiting smoking scenes in movies.

It's better to be star than actor today: Abhay Deol

New Delhi, March 17 : Actor Abhay Deol, who has carved a niche for himself in the film industry with unconventional roles, feels it is better to be a star than just an actor today as people recognize you and you keep getting work because of your stardom.

Jaya Bachchan files nomination for RS

Lucknow, Mar 17: Bollywood actor turned politician Jaya Bachchan filed her nomination for Rajya Sabha on Saturday.

Experience love through EU movie fest

New Delhi, March 15 : The focus is on love at the 17th edition of the European Union film festival that has kick-started here. A bouquet of 25 films, including "The Poll Diaries" and "Touch of Spice", will essay different shades and meanings of love from the European perspective.

Sonali, Goldie Behl celebrate Platinum Day of Love

Pune, Mar 15: Pune city witnessed a celebration of love at PNG Jewellery and Gems as actress Sonali Bendre and husband-filmmaker Goldie Behl commemorated their Platinum Day of Love.

John Abraham believes in sperm donation

Mumbai, March 8 : Actor John Abraham is now focusing on promoting "Vicky Donor", his first film as producer. The film speaks about sperm donation, which John said he truly believes in.

Nargis denies signing Nikhil Advani's film

New Delhi, March 6 : Actress Nargis Fakhri has denied reports that she has signed a Nikhil Advani film with Arjun Rampal in the lead.

Sneha posts a sensuous video

Mumbai, Mar 3: It seems Sneha Ullal – best known for her role in the Telugu film Ullasamga Utsahamga and Simha – is in too much hurry to change her image on-screen from a girl-next-door to a sexy and sizzling babe.

Saif Ali Khan flick 'Agent Vinod' to premiere for the first time in Oman

Muscat, Mar. 3 : : Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor will attend the premiere of their film "Agent Vinod" at the seventh edition of the Muscat International Film Festival (MIFF) on March 25.

Vidya promotes 'Kahaani' with baby bump

Kolkata, Mar 4 : The 'dirty' actor of Bollywood, Vidya Balan, came to Kolkata on Saturday to promote her upcoming movie ‘Kahaani', shot in the city.

Nikhil Dwivedi to undergo surgery?

New Delhi, March 1 : Nikhil Dwivedi, who fractured his hand during the shoot of "Hate Story", has to undergo surgery to rectify his wrist bone, according to sources close to the actor.

Ashok Mehta critically ill, hospitalised

By Subhash K. Jha, Mumbai, March 1 : One of India's most accomplished cinematographers Ashok Mehta is critically ill and is being treated at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital here.

Celebs have edge over genuine social workers: Salman

Mumbai, Feb 25 : Salman Khan, who runs charity organisation Being Human for underprivileged people, feels that due to media coverage movie stars tend to have an edge over others who sincerely work toward the betterment of society. And he is not too happy about it.

Shahid Kapoor birthday bash in Goa

Goa, Feb 24 : It is Shahid Kapoor's birthday on Saturday and the actor surely has some big and dazzling plans to celebrate the special day.

Assault Case: Saif arrested, gets bail

Mumbai, Feb 22 : Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was arrested on Wednesday night on charges of assaulting a South African businessman and his father-in-law in a restaurant the night before and then released on bail.

Tusshar turns co-producer, says it's for money

Mumbai, Feb 22 : Tusshar Kapoor, who is still struggling to make a mark in Bollywood, is now following sister Ekta Kapoor's footsteps - he has turned co-producer with "Chaar Din Ki Chandni" and says it's all for money.

Amitabh to be discharged from hospital soon

Mumbai, Feb 20 : Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will be relieved "in a day or two" from the SevenHills Hospital, where he is recuperating following two abdominal surgeries.

Bachchans to announce Beti B's name soon

Mumbai, Feb 21 The berserk over the star couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan naming their daughter is likely to come to an end in a few days with the former claiming that the couple has finally decided a name for their newly-born.:

Amitabh likely to undergo another surgery?

Mumbai, Feb 17 : Amitabh Bachchan is still in pain. Within a week of undergoing two abdominal surgeries, the megastar is likely to go under the knife for his abdominal pain at the Seven Hills Hospital here, as he indicated that more doctors have been called for consultation over his condition, which he isn't ready to reveal.

New Delhi, Feb 15 : Salman Khan, who could not attend the wedding of Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza last week as he is busy shooting for his upcoming flick 'Ek Tha Tiger' in Cuba, surely knows how to make up for his absence.

Salman Khan's RSVP to David Dhawan from Cuba

 By Subhash K. Jha Mumbai, Feb 11 : So what if Salman Khan couldn't make it to Goa for the wedding of his friend David Dhawan's son? He made sure his family members represented him well while he was busy shooting for Kabir Khan's "Ek Tha Tiger" in far-off Cuba.

Dad's surgery went off smoothly: Abhishek Bachchan

Mumbai, Feb 11 : Megastar Amitabh Bachchan's scheduled abdominal surgery went off smoothly Saturday morning and he is now resting in the hospital room, says his son, actor Abhishek Bachchan.

Ek Mein Aur Ek Tu (Review)

By Arnab Chakraborty: Ek Mein Aur Ek Tu is hardly as long as its namesake and manages to offer a peppy and spritely romantic comedy with the right amount of gags and a trinket of dramatic romance.

Review

Agneepath is one great movie in which everything is good, no over acting like other action movies. songs could have been avoided. but HRITHIK has given his career best performance in AP. sanju baba is so menacing, and rishi ji has given his best i think

Bebo to get bold with Arjun Rampal in 'Heroine'

New Delhi, Feb 10 : Kareena Kapoor, who had decided to do intimate scenes only with partner Saif Ali Khan, is all set to perform a real steamy scene with co-star Arjun Rampal in the film 'Heroine'.

Raveena's best Valentine's Day

Mumbai, Feb 8 : Actress Raveena Tandon says her best Valentine's Day was when her husband Anil Thadani presented her with a romantic evening.

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Ritesh Deshmukh - Genelia D'Souza visits Vaishno Devi shrine

  Jammu, Feb 7 : Days after their grand wedding, Bollywood actors Ritesh Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza today paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine of Vaishno Devi situated in Trikuta Hills of mountainous Reasi district, police sources here said.

Kunder proud of 'assistant' Karan Malhotra

Mumbai, Jan 26 : Editor-turned-filmmaker Shirish Kunder says he is happy about the positive reactions for "Agneepath" director Karan Malhotra, who was his assistant on his debut directorial "Jaan-E-Mann".

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri's sizzling chemistry silences detractors

New Delhi, Jan 25 : Shah Rukh Khan has put to rest rumours suggesting that there was tension brewing between him and his wife, Gauri, due to the actor's alleged closeness with actress Priyanka Chopra.