Photos: ‘Bombay Talkies’ at Cannes Film Festival
On Sunday, the 19th of May 2013 Indian Cinema’s official entry Bombay Talkies had its star-studded Gala screening at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2013. The premiere event took place in the beautiful French Riviera city. Produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Flying Unicorn Entertainment, Bombay Talkies brings together India’s leading contemporary filmmakers, including Karan … Read more
Ranbir Kapoor shakes a leg with Madhuri Dixit in Ghaagra
She in-arguably is one of the finest dancers Bollywood has ever seen. So, the anticipation surrounding Madhuri Dixit’s special number with Ranbir Kapoor — titled ‘Ghaagra’ — in Ayan Mukerji’s next, Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani, is hardly surprising. And Ranbir himself seems more excited than anyone else. The Kapoor scion is even happy to let Madhuri — … Read more
2M followers for Karan Johar
Karan Johar is one of the most influential Indians on Twitter and the 2M followers are a result of the popularity that he enjoys on the platform. Active from the early days, Karan has maintained high engagement levels on the platform and is one of the most versatile and uninhibited celebrities on Twitter. Right from his movies to … Read more
Watch: ‘Dilliwaali Girlfriend’ from ‘YJHD’
A new song from Ranbir Kapoor- Deepika Padukone starrer Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani has titled ‘Dilliwaali Girlfriend’ has been released. Produced by Dharma Productions, the movie also stars Aditya Roy Kapur and Kalki Koechlin in supporting roles. The music of the film has been composed by Pritam. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the film is slated … Read more
‘Bombay Talkies’ official selection at 66th Cannes Film Festival
Bombay Talkies has officially been selected for a Gala screening at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2013. The film produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures & Flying Unicorn Entertainment is directed by India’s leading filmmakers including Karan Johar, Anurag Kashyap, Zoya Akhtar and Dibakar Banerjee. The film is a celebration of the commemoration of 100 years … Read more
KJo supports cousin Anushka Khanna
Fashion designer Anushka Khanna who also happens to be director Karan Johar’s cousin, debuted at Lakme Fashion Week last season with a floral collection. This time the young designer’s collection was a more vibrant creation. She presented a collection titled “Looking Through The Window” — a melangé of prints, colours and comfortable shapes, and in … Read more
Watch: Bombay Talkies trailer
Filmmaker Karan Johar, who is known to have lavish sets and larger than life and expensive films, says he was under pressure when he was asked to make the film Bombay Talkies on a tight budget. “We have our own style of film making but we didn’t have much budget. First of all nobody gives … Read more
Spotted: Deepika at the trailer launch of ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’
It was an eventful day for Deepika yesterday as she launched the trailer of the much-awaited Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani along with her co-star Ranbir Kapoor. The event was held at a suburban multiplex. The young actress looked adorable in a pretty black dress as she enthusiastically spoke about her upcoming film. The film brings Deepika and Ranbir … Read more
Karan Johar plans ‘Student Of The Year’ franchise
Filmmaker Karan Johar revealed that he is determined to make a sequel to his 2012 hit film Student Of The Year (SOTY) and launch more new talent with it. SOTY saw the launch of three newcomers – Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan i. The movie did well and struck a chord with the young … Read more
‘SOTY’ at Marrakech International Film Festival
The cast and director of Students of the Year recently attended the Marrakech International Film Festival. Sidharth Malhotra, Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt accompanied by their mentor Karan Johar were present at the screening of Student Of The Year at the 12th Marrakech International film festival. The festival was one of the first ones to celebrate the … Read more
In Conversation with: Karan Johar, Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra
Karan Johar is one of the most sought after directors in the Indian film industry and is also the most successful director of Indian films in the UK. All of his directorial ventures, so far, feature in the list of the top ten highest-grossing Bollywood films of all time in the United Kingdom. The director-producer is taking … Read more
Varan Dhawan has blind faith in Karan Johar
Karan Johar is Varun Dhawan’s mentor and is launching him in showbiz with Student Of The Year. The newcomer is so confident about his ‘guru’ that he is ready to do anything for him. “Karan is like a guru to me. Whatever I have learned is from him. I have a personal relationship with him. … Read more
‘Student Of The Year’ at Cineworld, Feltham (London)
Indian film director and producer Karan Johar introduced the leading actors of Student Of The Year to British fans at Cineworld, Feltham on Tuesday, 2nd October 2012. The My Name Is Khan director attended a well-organised meet and greet with debutants Sidharth Malhotra, Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt at the cinema in west-London. Johar and the cast were … Read more
Spotted: Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan and Karan Johar in London
The director and leading actors of Student Of The Year descended into London today for a number of promotional activities. Karan Johar along with Sidharth Malhotra, Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt attended a press conference in the British capital earlier today. Student Of The Year, a film by Karan Johar, releases in UK cinemas on 19th October … Read more
“Dostana 2 will happen” – Karan Johar
Karan Johar has spoken about Tarun Mansukhani’s much awaited and delayed Dostana 2 during a recent visit to Britain. Johar, who runs Dharma Productions, was reportedly unhappy with the way Dostana 2 was shaping up and reports suggested that the project was shelved. Speaking to Bollywood reporter Sunny Malik about filming in the UK, the … Read more
‘Proud to have credit in the film’ – KJo on YRF’s next with Shah Rukh Khan
Karan Johar has said that working with Yash Chopra and Shah Rukh Khan again in Yash Raj Films’ yet-untitled production, also starring Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma has been an emotional experience for him. The multi-talented director, producer and costume designer was in the British capital recently to attend the opening ceremony of the London … Read more
Spotted: Karan Johar at Visit Britain Press Conference
Indian film director, producer and celebrity Karan Johar attended a press conference in London today. Johar, who is the brand ambassador for Visit Britain in India, met the British press on Saturday afternoon, a day after attending the inaugural ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic games. The 40-year-old My Name is Khan director spoke about his … Read more
Why Karan Johar loves to shoot in Britain
In a special video recorded for Visit Britain, filmmaker Karan Johar talks about Britain and his love for London. The My Name is Khan director shot his second directorial Kabhi Kushi Kabhie Gham, the second highest grossing Bollywood film in the UK, in the British capital. The 40-year-old Indian celebrity has been officially invited by Visit Britain … Read more
Karan Johar to attend London Olympics opening ceremony
Last year in May 2011, Britain’s national tourism agency Visit Britain appointed filmmaker Karan Johar as its goodwill ambassador for the ‘Britain You’re Invited‘ campaign. Now Visit Britain has invited Karan Johar for the Olympics opening ceremony to be held. The filmmaker has received an official invitation to join the 506 dignitaries present at the event, … Read more
Anushka Sharma bonds with Karan Johar in London
Anushka Sharma who is currently in London for the filming of Yash Chopra’s Diwali release is reportedly bonding with filmmaker Karan Johar. Anushka and Karan along with Shah Rukh Khan, Katrina Kaif and Yash Chopra could not attend the IIFA awards in Singapore this year as they are busy with the second UK schedule of … Read more
Karan Johar & Rohit Shetty join hands together for next Dharma film.
One great news for all you Indian cinema lovers, two of the most successful filmmakers in Bollywood are coming together for a film. Yes, it is true that one of the biggest producers Karan Johar and one of the most successful directors in the industry Rohit Shetty are going to work together. Both of them come from a different … Read more
‘My Name is Khan’ telecast in the UK a success
My Name is Khan, a Karan Johar film, released in 2010 under Dharma Productions and Red Chillies Entertainment. With star-studded actors like Shahrukh Khan, Kajol, Jimy Shergill and many others, the movie turned the impression of Indian cinema not only in Asian countries but also worldwide. The movie’s distribution rights were bought by 20th Century … Read more
‘Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu’ Enters Bigg Boss House
Actor Imran Khan and film-maker Karan Johar are all set to enter the house of Bigg Boss in the Season 5 finale of the hit reality TV series. The Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu team, currently doing rounds for the promotion for their upcoming movie, will make a special appearance in the house and will be part … Read more
