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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Akshay Kumar and Sidharth Malhotra coming together for Karan Johar

Yes Akshay Kumar is back in Karan Johar's film and this time he will fight it out with Sidharth Malhotra for Karan Johar's 'Warrior' - remake of Hollywood flick with the same name starring actors Tom Hardy and Joel Edgarton.

'Warrior' will be helmed by Karan Malhotra.. the movie will see Akshay Kumar and Sidharth Malhotra as brothers fighting against each other in boxing rings.. Stay tune for more on this.

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Bobby Deol back with Bichoo 2

Yeah this is shaping up.. Bobby Deol and director Guddu Dhanoa are seriously planning the sequel to their 2000 suspense thriller Bichoo that starred Bobby Deol and Rani Mukerjee..

It is heard that the project is getting planned at a very lavish scale to be kick off from Greece. 
 
More details are awaited.. 

Stay tuned for more on this..

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Varun Dhawan paired with Saif Ali Khan

Saif Ali Khan and Varun Dhawan will be seen sharing screen space for the first time in Mohit Suri's forthcoming untitled directorial venture, to be produced by Dharma Productions.

Saif and Mohit have formed mutual admiration club after Aashiqui 2 and Cocktail success and both are excited to be working together.

Varun Dhawan - the Dharma production talent will have a very interesting role in this project

A close hand revelas that meetings regarding this venture had taken place but currently Mohit is busy with his highly awaited 'Ek Villian' so nothing is said by anyone officially till date..

All the industry ears will be eager to hear the official announcement that is most likely to come after 'Ek Villian' releases.

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First look: Ben Affleck in Batsuit from 'Batman Vs Superman'

Warner Bros. Pictures most awaited face off between Batman and Superman. Director Zack Snyder gave an early glimpse of the new Batman along with his Batmobile on Twitter yesterday.
Check out Ben Affleck as Batman as well as his Batmobile that he'll be driving in Man of Steel's sequel.

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Ekta Kapoor in trouble

Ekta Kapoor is in trouble. This time regarding the title of her upcoming 'Kuku Mathur Ki Jhand Ho Gayi'. A resident of Bhopal, NL Mathur has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) against Ekta kappor's production house Balaji alleging Ekta Kapoor of hurting sentiments of the Kayastha community. In his petition, Mathur claims that the word 'Jhand' is derogatory and it will hurt the sentiments of Mathurs from the Kayastha community. Further the complainant has also asked the filmmakers to change name of the film or remove the offensive word from the title. Balaji has chosen not to comment on this.. Directed by Aman Sachdeva and starring Siddharth Gupta, Simran Kaur Mundi and Siddharth Bhardwaj Kuku Mathur Ki Jhand Ho Gayi is scheduled for release later this May.

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Sidharth Malhotra attracts horror

Romance, comedy, thriller... Sidharth Malhotra has almost tasted different types of genres. What next? Horror!! If all goes well, the handsome actor will be seen in the sequels of the popular horror series of 'Raaz' and 'Murder'. Apparently, Sidharth, who worked these days with Mohit Suri in his latest venture 'Ek Villain', has impressed the filmmaker with his performance so much that he is considering roping the actor for the scary flicks. However, nothing is concrete yet and we wonder if Sidharth will be interested to taste the horror flavour...

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Aamir Khan in 'P.K.' - Two for Joy??

Guess what? Our birdies heard that in the much awaited Rajkumar Hirani's film 'P.K.', Aamir Khan has dual role! His earlier Dhoom effect again??? Nah. Although the matter is kept hush-hush, birdies found out that the actor is alleged to play an alien - a fact that is no news anymore - and other role, as a God!!! Yeah, you read it right!

Apparently the director who is soon going to launch the first look of 'P.K.' meanwhile wants to maintain secrecy over Aamir's character in the film. Well, now that surprise is not a surprise anymore, na??? Let's wait and watch".

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Couple Tanisha & Armaan attract movie offers??

After their lovey-dovey relationship took off on small screen (Bigg Boss 7), Tanisha Mukherji and Armaan Kohli apparently have grabbed attention of filmmakers as well. Grapevines have it that the two hot couple have been offered projects with script written especially for both of them together. Following which Armaan has started seriously working on his fitness; by losing weight - courtesy his caring girlfriend, Tanisha. What's more is that... Recently the two were in Bangkok for a photoshoot. Plus, they alleged to have done a recce for a movie! Oooo, looks like Bigg Boss's house really proved lucky for the two. First, they found love in each other and second, they have become good choice for scripts as a couple. Hopefully their professional life will get a boost now.

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Hrithik Roshan: Three for Comfort

Post his brain surgery, Hrithik Roshan's health has gone downhill, so much that he has to be very careful about everything he does. According to sources close to him, the actor finds it difficult to sit in one position for long.

Hrithik said to be suffering excruciating pain often and so he is not able to sit in same position; especially while can't travel for long time sitting on same seat in one car. Hence, the actor, who is currently shooting for 'Bang Bang', has sought to use three cars for travelling. "When he starts feeling uncomfortable, he gets out of from one car and gets into another car to make sure his back is not subjected to similar seating position for long," said the sources in an interview.

Adding to that his health woes is his personal stress owing to his separation with wife. Apparently the team 'Bang Bang' are giving Hrithik the best of treatment, so he feels comfortable and at peace.

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From Besharam to Tamasha: Pallavi Sharda in 'Bambai Fairytale'

The 'Besharam' famed beauty Pallavi Sharda will soon be seen doing a musical 'tamasha' in her next movie.

Titled 'Bambai Fairytale', the film is a biopic on late Shivkar Bapuji Talpade, noted Maharashtrian scientist. With Ayushmann Khurrana playing the lead, the film will be set against the backdrop of 1890s and Pallaivi is said to be playing a 'Tamasha' dancer of that era. Pallavi, a trained classical dancer, found the dance form and mannerism of the old times very difficult. Talking to sources, Pallavi said that she has done her best to look authentic.

According to sources, 'Bambai Fairytale' will be shot in a small town in Gujarat called Gondol to resemble old Mumbai.

To be helmed by debutant Vibhu Puri, 'Bambai Fairytale' revolves around the eminent scientist who invented India's first airplane and about his journey in it

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Ranbir Kapoor: From Rockstar to Munnabhai?

The popular Kapoor Khaandaan kid will turn into Dutt for reel. Buzz had been in tinsel town for some time now, that director Rajkumar Hirani is coming up with a biopic on actor Sanjay Dutt; the lead which will be played by Ranbir.

Recently Sanjay's sister Priya Dutt opened herself on the topic in an interview and gave her thumbs up for choosing Ranbir. She feels that the 'Rockstar' actor is perfect to play her brother since he is one of the finest actors and quite sensitive by nature. Besides, Ranbir shares good rapport with Sanjay. Also Priya is confident that Hirani will do a great job. As of now, things are yet to be finalised and meanwhile Ranbir is very busy with various movie projects.

Incidentally Priya had urged both her father, late actor Sunil Dutt and Sanjay to write their autobiographies. But both of them had no interest to do so.

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Ajay Devgn to go "Lights Camera Action"

If all goes well, then we can soon see Ajay Devgn wearing director's hat again. After giving movies like 'Raju Chacha' and 'U Me Aur Hum', the actor-producer will direct his third movie.

Said to be titled as 'Shivay' (as in Om Namah Shivay), Devgn is expected to start the ground work of the project once he finishes Rohit Shetty's 'Singham Returns'. The film, a hardcore action drama, is slated go on floors in Mumbai, next year and be bannered under Eros International. While his earlier two directorial films had wife-actress Kajol opposite him, we wonder if she will play female lead again in 'Shivay'.

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Move out Salman Khan, Tiger Shroff is here!

Gone are the days when girls take a sigh looking at the large photo of Salman Khan on wall. Now times are new and tastes have changed... It's Tiger Shroff who is turning out to be a hot favourite

Making his debut in Sajid Nadiadwala's film, 'Heropanti' Tiger has been chosen to be the pin up poster boy for by Archies, the popular market leader in greetings and gifts. Earlier it was Salman Khan who was chosen to be the poster boy for the company. It is after 19 years that they have now decided to have Tiger to be the next pin up poster boy. According to reports, on an average about 1 lakh pin up posters are sold a year and the company has decided to hedge their bet on Tiger Shroff and it has been overwhelming.

The brand has also decided to have special action posters like international action icons. With this Tiger Shroff enters the league of one the most high profile new comers ever.

Anil Moolchandani, Chairman & Managing Director, Archies Limited, stated, "Look at the boy. Tiger is endowed with such good looks from his parents and not to forget the chiseled physique, for which he has trained hard. A perfect combination of fabulous looks and great body. Every girl would fall for him."

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Jimmy Shergill in 'Fugly': From good to bad

With the upcoming youth entertainer 'Fugly' audiences will get to see the versatile actor Jimmy Sheirgill transforming from his more typical 'romantic, guy next door' roles to an outright bad boy villain. Speaking about his role and what attracted him to the script, Jimmy said, "When I heard the narration, I could sense that the story was inspired from real life. It feels it's an in your face kind negative role." A talented actor and producer, Jimmy (Mohabbatein, A Wednesday, My Name Is Khan) once again reunites with his 'Special 26' co-star Akshay Kumar for the latter's production venture 'Fugly', which is billed as a riveting youth comedy drama film. Both Akshay and Jimmy share a great friendship, and enjoy collaborating on film projects. Added Jimmy, "Kabir (Sadanand - the director) said to me that he had written the part especially for me, as he felt that if I played it, I would give a different shade of villainy. Also, it was great to reconnect with Akshay." After the immense success of their first venture 'OMG! Oh My God', Akshay Kumar and Ashvini Yardi's, Grazing Goat Pictures, is all set to have you on the edge of your seat with their next release, Fugly, a Youth Entertainer, set in by lanes of Delhi, releasing on 13th June 2014. 'Fugly' is also the launch pad for Mohit Marwah, Olympic medalist Boxer Vijender Singh, Kiara Advani and Arfi Lamba, the freshest faces to join the film fraternity.

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Aamir to play a double role in Peekay?

From what we hear, the actor will be playing two roles in Rajkumar Hiran's Peekay. Though the makers of the film are keeping mum about it, a source from the set tell us that Aamir will portray the roles of both God and an alien in the film. A source close to the project also adds that Hirani has asked everyone associated with the film to keep quiet about the details, as he has big plans to reveal the look. Well, looks like the cat's already out of the bag...

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Jacqueline shops for her staff!

Jacqueline Fernandez, who was shooting for Kick in Poland, made it a point to buy goodies for her staff back in Mumbai and came laden with various gifts for her staff, who were quite excited about the goodies that she got for them. Jacqueline is known for being generous and gave her staff what they had asked for

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Saif & Riteish give Ram Kapoor a facial!

Sajid Khan has been shooting for the much awaited laugh riot ‘Humshakals’ in the beautiful locations of London. Recently the team was shooting a sequence with the three actors- Saif, Riteish & Ram Kapoor where the former- (Saif & Riteish) had to put little butter on Ram’s face.

At first Ram was quite hesitant thinking as he thought the amount of butter would be quite a lot but later on gave in, when he was assured that it would be very little, informs a source close to the Production team. But the wicked duo Saif and Riteish had something else in mind. When the shot was on they got carried away and put a lot of butter on Ram’s face, almost 5Kgs of it!!! Within minutes Ram s entire face and hands was immersed in butter and it was difficult to even see his expressions. Sajid too did not tell a cut and was enjoying the entire impromptu act done by Saif & Riteish. Well Ram’s surprised look is very well captured and will be seen in the final cut too!

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Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan talk in code language

Amitabh Bachchan and wife Jaya have a code language. Hold your horses. It’s not a secret dialect like the infamous ‘P’ lingo. But it seems that whenever the couple doesn’t want anyone around them to know what they are talking about, they converse in Bengali. Now this is one conversation we’d love to overhear.

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"Surviving in any industry isn’t easy"

What is the kind of response you’re getting for Samrat & Co.?
It’s fantastic. Although, there are a few people who haven’t been positive about the film but I rather concentrate on the others who have. The film is excellent in terms of technique and story-telling. I do have a few reservations with the film but it’s been a great experience working in it. I haven’t seen any film like Samrat & Co. which is true to its genre.

Do critics matter to you?
Critics are important. Any sort of reaction is important. But I do not respect an opinion of a person who hasn’t even seen the film. I am confident that my film is good. Now, if it faces criticism then it only means either my sensibility is muddled or the critics are far too intelligent.

The film is being touted as India’s Shrelock Holmes...My character is modelled around Sherlock Holmes but how many people in India have actually seen Sherlock Holmes? Maybe a few reviewers. Samrat & Co. is purely a Hindi detective film you haven’t seen in the past.  Some of the sequences in the film are outstanding.

Which are your favourite detective films?
I haven't really seen too many detective films because there haven’t been too many detective films, except Sherlock Holmes. Hopefully, with a positive response to Samrat & Co. our industry will willingly invest more money in this genre of films.

How was it working with Rajshri productions?
Fantastic! My friends had told me how hospitable the production house is and I experienced it fully. They take care of their artists, technicians and there is absolutely no stress on the sets.

Why you are so choosy about films?The kind of films I want to do don’t happen in bulk. I have two choices. Either I do all kind of films and become a run-of-the-mill actor or I stick by my conviction and wait for scripts that excite me. The producers should be asked why they’re not experimenting with concepts. If I was a producer, I would’ve made 3-4 films a year, which has the potential to offer something different to the audience. For instance, with Samrat...I knew the makers would do justice to the film. There have been instances in the past when I’ve worked on films which got shelved because the producers did not know what filmmaking is all about. I’ve wasted my time on bad films but not anymore.

You think you’d get lost in the crowd if you take too many breaks between each film?
No. When I was doing Television, people kept asking me why I took breaks because Television is a medium wherein if you’re not on screen every day, then your audience forgets you. But experience has taught me that I must always go with my conviction. The world will keep posing questions and doubts but you must hear them out and eventually go with what your heart has to say. 


Hmmm...
People have told me to do more advertisements and make money while I’m doing films but that’s not the way I operate. And I’ll never do commercial films. I have a brain to not do a no-brainer of a film.

Are you happy with the way your career is shaping up?
There have been a few moments which have been a learning experience for me. For instance I’d signed a film called Joker but it got shelved and the producers fooled me into signing another film called Will You Marry Me which got released but didn't work. Other than that, I’m happy with the work I’ve done. I did Television, hosted a show and acted in films like Aamir, Shaitan, Table No. 21, Soundtrack and now Samrat & Co. What more can I ask for? All these decisions have been mine so even if they haven’t worked, I have no regrets. I haven’t taken anyone’s support and they all have been my proud achievements.

How difficult is it to survive in this industry?
(Smiles) Surviving in any industry isn’t easy. If you’re focused and hardworking, you’ll survive. If you have conviction, a strong will, talent and sincerity, you have everything!

Any chances of you reviving Sach Ka Saamna?
There has always been a huge demand for Sach Ka Saamna. Wherever I go, people keep telling me that I should come back with another season. But it’s a huge task to put up a show like this so whenever the producers approach me, I will definitely consider it.

You started your career with Anurag Kashyap’s Shaitan but after that you haven’t worked with him...We all are professionals. Whenever the right subject comes my way from him, we’ll definitely work together. When Aamir released, Rajkumar Gupta and I had decided that from here on, we won’t work with each other for at least three years together. And we were clear that we won’t feel bad about each other working with other actors and directors. If we have to be friends we should not have any expectations from anyone. So the question does not come up that I should be working with Anurag Kashyap, Bejoy Nambiar or Rajkumar Gupta. Because if that’s the case then how would I end up working with Kaushik Ghatak on Samrat & Co.?

How has life changed after marriage?
Today after I pack up from the set, I go straight to my place. Before marriage, I used to go partying without worrying much about going to my house. And not much has changed because of my partner Manjari. I think she ensures that nothing changes in terms of my life. She’s happy the way I was and the way I am. She’s a secure, confident and a positive woman.

Looking forward to fatherhood?My wife and I haven't really thought of starting a family. I think may be once we are done with all the partying and travelling, we will extend our family. I’m sure that it's going to be a different kind of a beautiful world. I love kids. Manjari and I love kids.

Has any big filmmaker approached you for any film and you’ve declined?
There have been times when so-called commercial filmmakers have approached me and I’ve said no to those films. And I haven’t regretted that. Those characters weren't going well with my personality. I knew that I will not be able to do justice with those characters. Even though people thought that I should be working with certain camps. I think it’s good to be a camp of your own. Rather than being part of camps.

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Hrithik and Sussanne file for divorce

The news that Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne had parted ways became public last December and tinged the passing year with sadness. While family, friends and fans wished that the two would reconcile, it was not to be. Reportedly, the two officially filed for divorce with mutual consent in Bandra court at 10:30 am today.

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Big B’s sweet gesture for Kajol

A while ago, at a fashion show, where Amitabh Bachchan was walking the ramp, Kajol and her sister Tanisha were present as guests. According to an onlooker, the sisters on reaching the venue directly went to meet the Big B in his vanity van. It seems after chatting for a while, when Kajol was heading out, the actor immediately stopped her and told her to be careful while she walked out, as she was in heels and the ground was uneven. On sensing Kajol’s apprehension in walking on the rough ground in heels, Amitabh then held both the sisters’ hands and escorted them to the venue. Now that’s what we call a true gentleman.

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Vidyut Jammwal performs anti gravity yoga

Vidyut Jammwal's new addition to his intense physical fitness training routine includes Anti Gravity Yoga and Suspension TRX. It is the first time anyone is India has taken on such a form.  He is performing it for his death defying aerial stunt sequence for his next - Tigmanshu Dhulia's Yaara

Says a source, "After giving Vidyut a free hand to design his own action in Bullett Raja, Tigmanshu has yet again decided to handover the reigns of stunt design to Vidyut for a certain death defying gang combat scene. The scene is believed to be one where Vidyut is meant to be a guerrilla attacker leaping in from a great height. Inorder to ensure greater ease with aerial suspension and movement, Vidyut has himself decided and incorporated Anti Gravity yoga and Suspension TRX along with his existing martial art Kalaripayattu training as part of his intense workout regime. He's also simultaneously working with Tigmanshu and his own stunt team to create the sequence design and have it fit in perfectly with the given situation."

Anti Gravity yoga is a cutting edge form of traditional Salamba or Supported Yoga that requires the body to partake in asanas specially done while being suspended. With Suspension based TRX training, one uses their own body weight and gravity as resistance when suspended from rings, ropes, harnesses, flexi hammocks and trapeze bars. It shows astonishing result on the sheer shape of the physique, increases core strength, increases the body's ability to adapt and cope and makes the body extremely athletic.

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In The Legend of Michael Mishra, Boman and Kayoze Irani will be sharing screen space together for the first time! Boman Irani and his son Kayoze Irani were snapped on set shooting for the last portion on their first film together.
The Legend of Michael Mishra is directed by Manish Jha. The film also stars Arshad Warsi, who plays the quirky title role and Aditi Rao Hydari who's paired opposite Arshad.

Director Manish Jha reveals that they are not playing baap-beta on screen and have pivotal roles. “Both father and son have full-fledged roles and the chemistry has to be seen to be believed. When I was editing the film, I realised it’s a case of the perfect casting” says Jha.

Boman plays a character called Full Pant while Kayoze goes by the name of Half Pant. They play Biharis in the film which has been shot over a period of 65 days in Patna and Mumbai.
   
When asked about casting the father and son, director Manish Jha reveals, “I couldn’t sleep the night before I was to give a script narration to Boman," admits Manish. "But my apprehensions disappeared once I met him. Despite being an established actor, he's extremely down-to-earth."
   
The son, he says, is a brilliant actor too. "I saw him in Student Of The Year and knew he fitted the part and cast him without an audition," says Jha.
   
Talking about his experience of directing the duo, the filmmaker reveals that they got along like a house on fire. “There was never a dull moment on the sets when Boman and Kayoze were there together. The rough cut is testimony to the amount of fun we’ve had," smiles Jha who is currently editing the film.

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Aditya Roy Kapur-Shraddha Kapoor on a holiday?

While rumours have been doing the rounds that Aditya Roy Kapur being close to Parineeti Chopra, reports also suggest that his relationship with Shraddha Kapoor is going strong. Aditya went to America for a show and it is heard that Shraddha followed him for a week-long holiday. Well guys how long will you keep us guessing?

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Sidharth and Shraddha get intimate

Sidharth Malhotra and Shraddha Kapoor come together in Mohit Suri's next, Ek Villain. After the theatrical trailer of the film people seemed to have liked this fresh pair. Here we see the two hug, cuddle and get intimate in the song Galiyan, which will be out on 9th May. 

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Jacqueline Fernandez on Filmfare cover

The heat is on! Meet the bombshell, Jacqueline Fernandez who is giving Bollywood sleepless night. The actress is doing back to back projects with Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor. Also read exclusive interviews of Anushka Sharma, Tabu and Parineeti Chopra.

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Saif and Riteish shoot in UK

Humshakals has been shot extensively abroad, Sajid promises to discover some never seen locations through the movie. The audiences have always known Sajid Khan for doing something unique and out-of-the-box for his films. Keeping the Houseful franchise in mind, Sajid Khan has yet another common factor with Humshakals! Yes, the movie has been shot in extensively in England! A source said,“Sajid was very determined that we wanted to shoot in the Chatsworth House, hence he agreed on an hourly breakdowns wherein we were allowed to shoot in a part of the house which would be locked down each day for certain hours,”

Well, this time with Humshakals, the fans not only get to see triple role for the first time, but also some one-of-its-kind locations where Bollywood has never shot before.

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Sidharth and Aditi an item?

It was first heard that Sidharth Malhotra was seen bonding with model turned actor, Izzabelle Leite. But later, the actor was linked up with his Ek Villain co-star, Shraddha Kapoor. Apparently the two were seen spending time together on the sets of their film. Now the actor is said to be hanging out with Aditi Rao Hydari. Sources say that the two are close friends and met in Florida during an award show and were seen hanging out together in New York.

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Katrina Kaif in Singh Is Bling?

Reports are rife that the superhit jodi of Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif will be returning back on screen in PrabhuDheva's, Singh is Bling. The two have done seven films together- Humko Deewana Kar gaye, Namastey London, Welcome, Singh is Kingg, De Dana Dan, Blue, Tees Maar Khan. Ashvini Yardi who is producing the film says, "Prabhudheva is still working on the script and hasn't approached anyone yet."

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Anil Kapoor to john-Abhishek starrer

Abhishek Bachchan and John Abraham will be seen together after 5 years after Dostana in Sanjay Gupta's Khote Sikkey. However, this film is no bromance, it revolves around the lives of 6 gangsters. Besides John and Abhishek, Sanjay has also signed Anil Kapoor for the film. According to sources he is planning to kickstart Khotey sikkey in mid 2015 and the film will be shot in countries post his ambitious Mumbai-centric action drama. 

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