Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to join Beyoncé and Madonna at London concert
Bollywood royalty Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will join international singing stars Madonna and Beyonce at a mega charity concert in London next month. Rai, who will be joined by actor husband Abhishek Bachchan in the British capital, has been confirmed as a celebrity presenter at the Chime for Change event on 1st June aimed at raising … Read more
Event Photos: CLOSEUP presents special Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani packs
Closeup, India’s leading toothpaste brand announced a one of its kind collaboration with Dharma Production’s Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. Closeup Deep Action tooth paste has come up with special edition Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani packs for the Indian market. In its unique and a first of its kind brand tie up Closeup brings to its … Read more
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
Alia Bhatt shoots for ‘Highway’ in Kashmir
Imtiaz Ali’s Highway has reached Kashmir where the crew has been filming at some stunning locations. Kashmir is one of the six states, along with Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan and Himachal, where the movie is being shot. In this final rigorous schedule of Highway, the team has had to trek 2-3 km every day to reach … Read more
Madhuri Dixit made Abhishek Chaubey rewrite ‘Dedh Isqhiya’
Madhuri Dixit will be seen playing the role of Begum Para in Vishal Bhardwaj’s Dedh Ishqiya. The actress is currently shooting in Karjat but very few people know that Madhuri was not happy with the script and made director Abhishek Chaubey rewrite the script. As per sources, “Madhuri wanted to be a part of this … Read more
Vivek Agnihotri was inspired by Vikram Bhatt to make ‘Freedom’
Director Vivek Agnihotri is very enthusiastic about his next project Freedom. The film features Salman Yusuf Khan, Herry Tangri and Ishaan Kaushik. Vivek in a conversation revealed that Vikram Bhatt inspired him to make this film. Commenting on the same he says, “I always wanted to make Freedom but I had to drop the idea … Read more
Sanjay Gupta and John Abraham join forces for an epic revenge saga
After the stupendous success of Shootout at Wadala,director Sanjay Gupta joins forces with Action Abraham yet again for an epic revenge saga which looks to redefine the action space in Bollywood. On the lines of Hollywood blockbusters like Kill Bill and Django Unchained, the untitled one-man-army film is amongst Bollywood’s most ambitious yet and who … Read more
Raanjhanaa Title track released
The trailer of Raanjhanaa has created quite a stir and is certainly one of the most anticipated films of 2013. The trailer was also appreciated for Rahman’s soulful music playing in the background. The makers of the film have now released the much-awaited title track of the film. Set amidst Benaras, director Aanand L. Rai … Read more
Watch: Suit Tera Laal Rang Da from ‘YPD2′
Yash Raj Music has released another song from Yamla Pagla Deewana 2, Suit Tera Laal Rang Da. Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 was extensively shot in the UK recently and is set to release this June.
‘Aurangzeb’ cast promotes their film
The cast along with the director, held a press conference recently to chat with the media about Aurangzeb, which has released in UK cinemas worldwide on Friday. In line with the various promotional events happening in anticipation of the movie, this was truly unique. The theme of the event was inspired by the world of … 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
Neil’s long haired Tapori look
Neil Nitin Mukesh in ‘Shortcut Romeo’ is in for a look make-over of sorts. For the film, Neil who plays a tapori character who wants to get rich quick. And to give this look the director felt he needed to get rid of his classy look and bearing. And to get him into the character … Read more
In Conversation: Sonam and Dhanush speak about ‘Raanjhanaa’
Dhanush makes his debut in Bollywood with romantic film ‘Raanjhanaa‘ opposite the charming Sonam Kapoor this June. At a recent event in Mumbai he shared his experience of working in the film. Aanand L. Rai, Krishika Lulla and Sonam Kapoor also spoke about the film, music & much more. Eros International will release the film … Read more
Prithviraj plays a cop in ‘Aurangzeb’
Playing a cop comes easy to South superstar Prithviraj. However, the actor had quite a challenge at hand essaying his career’s 16th cop role for his upcoming film Aurangazeb under the Yash Raj Films banner since he plays a true-north Indian inspector, for which the actor had to overcome the challenge of speaking in the local dialect. Not … Read more
Watch: Dialogue promos of ‘YJHD’
Dharma Productions has released two dialogue promos form their upcoming film, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani stars Deepika Padukone, Ranbir Kapoor, Aditya Roy Kapoor and Kalki Koechlin. Produced by Karan Johar and directed by Ayan Mukherji, the film will open in UK cinemas through Eros International on 31st May 2013.
‘Aurangzeb’ Soundtrack exclusively available digitally
Aurangzeb is all about a world where kingship knows no kinship and where there can be only one Emperor! Aurangzeb boasts of a soundtrack that stays true to the spirit and drama of the movie. Yash Raj Music has exclusively released the soundtrack on digital platforms worldwide. 1. Barbaadiyaan Singers: Ram Sampath, Sasheh Aagha Music: Amartya … Read more
Ameesha is the anti hero in ‘Shortcut Romeo’
In ‘Shortcut Romeo’, Ameesha Patel will take on Neil Nitin Mukesh. Ameesha, who has always been known for her innocent and cute looks, will play the villain or the anti hero in the film. Ameesha says she has worked very hard for her role and believes that she is not the heroine but “the hero” … Read more
Is Rahul Bhatt the surprise element in Anurag Kashyap’s ‘Ugly’?
Though the entire star cast of Anurag Kashyap’s Ugly have been interacting with the media, Rahul Bhatt who plays the lead in the movie has been missing from all promotional interactions. This has created curiosity regarding Rahul’s absence. Clearing the air, a source close to the production team says, “Rahul’s look and character is … Read more
Teaser: Nikhil Advani’s ‘D-Day’
A teaser video of Nikhil Advani’s D-Day has been released online. D-Day is an action drama film and is slated to release on 19th July 2013. It is the next directorial offer from Nikhil Advani, starring Arjun Rampal, Rishi Kapoor, Irrfan Khan, Shruti Haasan and Huma Qureshi in leading roles. Watch the teaser here: Also … Read more
Akshay Kumar works with ‘Skyfall’ action director
Akshay Kumar is working with Skyfall action director Greg Powell for an upcoming Bollywood remake of a Tamil hit film. Leaving no stone unturned to ensure that their film features stunning action, the makers of Akshay Kumar’s next have flown down London-based Hollywood action director Greg Powell. The film, tentatively titled Pistol, is the Hindi … Read more
Ranbir parties with ‘YJHD’ crew in Paris
Ranbir Kapoor is a popular man in present-day Bollywood. Now, here’s news that might make everyone — from actors to cinematographers to technicians — want to work on an upcoming project with him. It seems, the man not only enjoys a good meal and a party, but he also picks up the cheque at the … Read more
Mujra! – Madhuri Dixit style in ‘Dedh Ishqiya’
Madhuri Dixit in Abhishek Chaubey’s Dedh Ishqiya plays the role of Begum Para and has recreated the nawaabi charm and ‘ada’. Madhuri will be seen performing Mujra on a song titled ‘Apke Karar Mein’ which is composed by Vishal Bhardwaj. Commenting on the song, producer Ketan Maru says, “The song is ready and we will … Read more
Imtiaz Ali and A.R. Rahman team up again
After successful collaboration on ‘Rockstar’, Imtiaz Ali and A. R. Rahman are all geared up for Highway. The director was initially a little hesitant to ask the music maestro to compose the music for the film as A. R. Rahman was extremely occupied and had a choc-a-bloc schedule lined up. Talking about his association with … Read more
