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By Subhash K Jha
Lara Dutta, for whatever reasons has opted out of the Bachchans’ Unforgettable world concerts in July and August.
But the show’s organizers Wizcraft are now in the process of finalizing 7-8 of the biggest A-listers from Bollywood who would accompany the Bachchans at various venues in variable combinations and permutations.
In fact Akshay Kumar who had opted out due to time constraints has decided to join the Bachchans for the concerts, though selectively.
Says a source very close to the concerts, “Akshay is back in the Bachchans’ world tour. But he’ll join them only at selected venues because that’s all Akshay’s schedules allow.
Likewise at other centers we’re roping in other A-listers who will join the Bachchans as they perform all over the US and later Europe.
In this way there would be a couple of big surprise guest appearances by marquee names in every city, though rightly the focus of interest would remain the Bachchan family.”
Some of the hugest names from Bollywood would now join the Bachchans on the concert.
Not just that, Vishal- Shekhar have been confirmed as a part of the tour. They’ll be accompanying the Bachchans’ for all their concerts, just like decades ago Kalyanji-Anandji used to be an integral part of the Big B’s concerts three decades ago.
In fact—and here comes the biggest whammy of them all—the album featuring Abhishek Bachchan and guest vocals by the Big B that Vishal-Shekhar have been putting together for the last two years will finally be ready to coincide with the Bachchans’ world concerts.
Says the source, “There’s a concerted effort in a small section of the industry to play down the importance of the Bachchans’ concert.
But like it not The Big B, Aishwarya and Abhishek together is a huge event. And now with them roping in a section of the biggest stars, these concerts are unstoppable.”
source: santabanta
At last, Sonam Kapoor has a reason to smile. Despite her Saawariya debacle, Aditya Chopra has signed her for SRK’s next Yash Raj venture Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi.
The King Khan was last paired with another 22-year-old debutante Deepika Padukone in his last film Om Shanti Om. But unlike OSO, the script for Aditya Chopra’s film mandates the massive age difference since it focuses on the love between a 40-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl.
Extensive talent hunts were organised by Yashraj Films to scout for just the right girl with the authentic Punjabi look who will play a 16-year-old in the film. Hundreds of authentic Punjabi kudis participated in the auditions held in Punjab.
In fact, Aditya Chopra himself went through the shortlist, but found no one suitable. He was indeed very finicky about signing the right girl because he was making his comeback to direction after a gap of eight years and wanted to get everything perfect.
After all his talent hunts led to a dead end, Adi spoke to Anil Kapoor, who was more than glad to have Sonam get into the Yashraj camp, that too directed by none other that Adi himself.
The film will be shot extensively in Greece, Australia and Dubai and will release by the end of 2008.
source: santabanta
Ive been lookin forward 2 this film for awile. It stars Harry Baweja and Priyanka chopra(who are supoosedly dating)… it seems really interesting…enjoy the trailer..
CLick here 2 watch him in action!! I personally liked the cherography, the song is better than average just not great and his eyes look sexy!
source: indiafm.com…bollywood hangama
Well, the dead-drop handsome guy, Ranbir Kapoor has been in the news ever since his debut with ‘Saawariya’.
With reports hitting media that the handsome is dating the gorgeous beauty, Deepika Padukone, the actor is surely set to kick off his own ‘Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahaani’.. And yes, to top it all, this is the next movie that Ranbir has signed…
The actor surely has his feet on the ground and true to the RK style, he is ready to play the waiting game and do the best for his career.
With film offers flooding from all corners, Ranbir has had the courage and determination to reject the offers as he feels he needs to concentrate on the project in hand.
After rejecting offers like Rakeysh Mehra’s Delhi 6 and the much-talked about Eros Entertainment venture Freeze, the actor feels, “I’m reading scripts. But I can’t bring myself to say yes to offers just for the money or the set-up. My character has to appeal to me”.
As of now, the tall lanky lad has signed just 2 films, one being ‘Bachna Ae Haseenon’ under Yashraj Banner opposite Bipasha Basu,Minissha Lamba and Ranbir’s real love.
Deepika Padukone, and the other being Raj Kumar Santoshi’s Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani with Katrina Kaif.
Interestingly, Katrina was first offered a role in ‘Bachna Ae Haseenon’, but later was dropped. When asked about this, Ranbir with a smile says, “No regrets, as I am doing another film with her”…
Well, ‘Bachna Ae Haseenon’ as Ranbir Kapoor has finally arrived!! – Subhash K Jha
source: santabanta.com
Teenage sensation Hansika Motwani who climbed the ladder of success and fame with her very first release ‘Aap Ka Suroor’ would soon be seen paired against Virar Ka Chora, Govinda in the film, ‘Money Hai To Honey Hai’.
Hansika shares that the character she plays in the film is very close to what she actually is in her real life.
Q. What’s the story line of your upcoming film, Money Hai To Honey Hai?
A. I cannot reveal much about the film. All I can tell you is that it’s a comedy flick which I am sure people are going to enjoy. Just wait and watch.
Q. Your character in it…
A. Well, I am playing the character of a television star who wants to be a film actress. The character tells how she works to become a star when she has money.
Q. So what kind of preparations have you done for the film?
A. For this film I have really worked hard on my looks. I look completely different from my first film. Also I have toned down to give this role a very happening look. Hopefully audience will get a pleasant surprise.
Q. How close is the character to your real self?
A. Yes, the character is very close to my real life. Playing me was fun.
Q. How was it working with such a versatile and senior actor like Govinda?
A. Working with Govinda sir was a pleasure for me. I got to work with him at a beginning of my career. I find myself lucky. I learnt a lot from him. Also he helped me out with dancing.
Q. Any interesting incident that you can recall that took place during the shoot?
A. Actually nothing in particular, because during the shoot of the whole film, we enjoyed a lot. We used to have lunch together, and at times we played cards too. The whole film was a treat for me.
Q. Did anyone play any kind of prank on you on the sets?
A. Touchwood, no one has ever played any prank on me yet. As I was the youngest on the set, everyone used to be very sweet and kind to me. Above all, I too was a good girl there.
Q. How easy or hard is it to adjust between film shoots and your schooling?
A. Not very hard because I study in international board which has a very flexible schedule. Being a doctor’s child, it’s very important for me to concentrate on my studies as well.
Q. Are you happy with your career graph?
A. Definitely. I am just a movie old and my second is going to release soon. Yes I am happy for the kind of work I am doing.
Q. What according to you is the success mantra in Bollywood?
A. In Bollywood, you can’t touch the success line without hard work. I am a complete believer in hard work.
Q. Any plans of working on small screen?
A. No. I would not like to comment on this. I think time speaks better.
Q. What are the other projects you are working on?
A. I am not allowed to disclose anything. Let the time come and everything will be clear. But yes, I can promise one thing that people are going to see me more. – Sakshi Tiwarisource: santabanta.com
