Shoojit Sircar clarifies on Ayushmann

Shoojit Sircar has clarified the position of his upcoming 1911 probably starring Ayushmann Khurana.

Shoojit has issued a statement which says, "I am currently busy with the scripting of 1911 and I had spoken about the film to Ayushmann and he had agreed to do it, however I would like him to read the script when it is ready and then decide finally."

Request you to please take cognizance of the same.

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IFFM celebrates India Cinema Down Under

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2014, presented by the Victorian Government, finally came to a close on Sunday. The 11-day celebration brought Melbourne to a stop as people from all walks of life and ethnicity joined in to enjoy the films and the various events.

The festival was opened by the one and only Amitabh Bachchan with the Australian premiere of Sholay 3D. Bachchan interacted with his fans and answered questions about his films and career with his inimitable wit and candour. The 600-strong audience was left mesmerised as he recited some of the most loved poems written by his father. Bachchan was also honoured by the Victorian government and the festival at the glittering inaugural IFFM Awards night at Melbourne's iconic Princess Theatre.

The heritage listed theatre came alive with roaring appreciation as the awards were given out to the much-loved stars from Bollywood - Bachchan (International Screen Icon award), Kangana Ranuat (Best Actress for Queen), Ritesh Batra (Best Indie Film - The Lunchbox) ,Farhan Akhtar and Irrfan Khan (Best Actor for Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and The Lunchbox), Rakeysh Mehra (Best Director & Best Film - Bhaag Milkha Bhaag) and Vijay Acharya & Avtar Panesar (People's Choice Award - Dhoom 3).

The esteemed jury of the most respected Australian and Indian film practitioners comprising Jill Billcock (editor of Moulin Rouge, Elizabeth, Romeo + Juliet) , Rajkumar Hirani, Simi Garewal, Rajeev Masand, Phillip Noyce (director of Salt, Rabbit Proof Fence, The Saint, etc) and Suhasini Mani Ratnam were in full force to cheer the winners as selected by them.

The sparkling evening came to a spectacular close with Bachchan playfully taking a selfie with the 2000-strong enthralled audience behind. The festivities continued with the ever popular Bollywood Dance competition held at the iconic Federation Square on May 4. Teams and dancers from all over Australia took part with Malaika Arora Khan, Vijay Acharya (Dhoom 3) and Avtar Panesar (VP, YRF) as judges. The winning dancers were of various ethnicities which was very heart warming and special for Malaika.

The Masterclasses by Suhasini Mani Ratnam and Konkona Sen Sharma inspired young filmmakers who asked questions about the different crafts associated with cinema. Over 45 films, in 20 different languages, from 5 countries including 21 Australian premieres were screened at the 2014 IFFM making it the largest festival of Indian films in the southern hemisphere.

The festival finally came to a stunning close with the Australian premiere of Gyonar Baksho, directed by Aparna Sen and introduced by two-time National Award-winning actress Konkona Sen Sharma.

Film lovers have already started counting days waiting for IFFM 2015!

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Sonakshi Sinha shows off 'Tevar'

Boney Kapoor's next film, starring his son Arjun Kapoor and Sonakshi Sinha, 'Tevar' has its wheels of shooting chugging along well. The film's leading lady, who recently joined the team, had tweeted about it thus: "New day" New film! Start work with the other Gunda Arjun today. Off to Jaipur for Tevar!! Wish me luck :)...

Being directed by debutant Amit Sharma and co-produced by Sanjay Kapoor, 'Tevar' is the remake of Telugu superhit action entertainer 'Okkadu' which was also remade in Tamil as 'Ghilli'.

The 'Dabangg' beauty later had also posted a pic of the film's team clicked on the location and also wrote: "Inke TEVAR toh dekho!! Director, Producer, Actors #OnSet." Sonakshi currently has 'Action Jackson' and 'Holiday' in her kitty.

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Kamasutra maker to revive Marilyn Monroe in 3D

The makers of Kamasutra 3D are at the Cannes this year with a teaser of their next project, a mega venture, '36 MM 3D'. A biographical drama on the thread of a reincarnated Marilyn Monroe, the movie is an exhilarating journey into the life of the singer actress.

Naturally, the 'MM' in '36 MM 3D' stands for Marilyn Monroe. The movie is produced by Rupesh Paul Productions Limited. And, after auditioning more than 1200 actors from across the globe, the producer will announce the lead actress to play Marilyn Monroe at the Cannes. Reportedly, '36 MM 3D' is scheduled to be shot in Los Angeles from June 15.

The film was announced last year in the American Film Market, which is the second biggest film market in the US. Auditions for the film began last November and the main cast has already been finalised. However, no Bollywood name will star in the project.

Director- producer Rupesh Paul says, "The film chronicles the life of Marilyn Monroe. It will throw light on how she became a star and her life after she achieved success and fame. It is a flashback story and its trailer will be shown at Cannes."  A huge set for the film is being constructed in Universal Studios and the shooting will start in the first week of September this year, reveals an insider.

36 MM 3D would be directed by the same director of Kamasutra 3D, Rupesh Paul. The young director is a veteran filmmaker with movies like 'Saint Dracula 3D' 'Janthu' 'My Mother's Laptop' and 'The Painter and the Virgin'. In fact, Kamasutra 3D grabbed headlines with three Academy long- list nominations including best motion picture. It is widely speculated that the movie will be shot in Monocrome. If so, this would be the world's first monochromatic movie on 3D. The poster of '36 MM 3D' would also be unveiled at the Cannes. In Cannes!

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YRF opens Cannes 2014 with Nicole Kidman Grace Of Monaco

YRF Entertainment and Stone Angels' GRACE OF MONACO, starring Nicole Kidman, will be the opening film at Festival de Cannes today! The film will be screened Out of Competition in Cannes' Official Selection.

Directed by Olivier Dahan and Produced by Uday Chopra, Pierre-Ange le Pogam and Arash Amel, who also wrote the screenplay, Grace of Monaco will be released in France on 14 May, the same day as the Cannes opening.

Grace of Monaco will release in India on 13 June 2014.

YRF Entertainment is proud to be bringing Grace of Monaco to Cannes for its royal red carpet welcome and then onto the big-screens thereafter.

On the brink of stardom, Grace Kelly leaves aside her successful career as a Hollywood actress to marry Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1956. Six years later, with her marriage hitting full crisis, famed director Alfred Hitchcock offers her the chance to return to Hollywood with a leading role in his next film Marnie. With France threatening to annex Monaco and political turmoil erupting all around, Grace is at a crossroad: choose the life she thought she always wanted, or embrace the woman she has now become: Her Serene Highness, The Princess of Monaco.

With Nicole Kidman as Grace Kelly and Tim Roth as Prince Rainier, "Grace of Monaco" - which also features Frank Langella, Parker Posey, Jeanne Balibar, Derek Jacobi and Paz Vega, who plays Maria Callas - ensures a glitzy opening to Cannes!

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Vir Das & Soha Ali Khan are couple in riots!

Oh no, we don't mean in real! We are referring to a forthcoming film, where Vir Das and Soha Ali Khan play couple.

Tentatively called as 'October 31', the film is said to revolve around this couple, who are Sikhs while the story is based on the Delhi riots of 1984. As the title denotes, the film apparently also highlights the infamous assassination of Indira Gandhi.

Being directed by the National Award winning filmmaker Shivaji Lotan Patil, the film has already started its shooting in Ludhiana and also go further into different locales of Punjab and Delhi to shoot important scenes.

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Kuku Mathur Ki Jhand Ho Gayi spoofs Godmen!

It may come as quite a surprise to many that producer Ekta Kapoor, known to be spiritual, will have her next film, "Kuku Mathur Ki Jhand Ho Gayi", spoof the so-called Godmen in the country.

In the film, actor Brijendra Kala will be seen playing a 'Babaji' who gives absurd advice ranging from eating gulab jamuns everyday for prosperity to opting for red chutney instead of green chutney while eating samosas to improve chances of success. In one hilarious scene in the film, the Babaji also advises a devotee to consume beer everyday to increase his chances of getting a desired job.

Produced by Ekta Kapoor and Bejoy Nambiar and directed by Aman Sachdeva, 'Kuku Mathur Ki Jhand Ho Gayi', a quirky slice-of-life comedy, releases on May 30.

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