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Tiger Shroff: Another Action StarA few years ago, filmmakers were shying away from signing him but it was Sajid Nadiadwala who had…
Another Actor Turns ProducerIt’s a trend that’s turning into a tidal wave. We’re talking about actors turning producer.…
More On PK DealBox Office India was the first to tell you that Disney UTV had paid an astronomical price for Aamir…
“I cannot wait to work with Amitabh Bachchan again”The Great Gatsby, which released yesterday, is the fourth film based on the novel by the legendary…
Raj-DK To Launch Mahesh BabuThere was talk a few years ago that Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu would venture into Hindi filmdom…
“Today, I have to push much less to be appreciated”Guest Editor Deepika Padukone speaks to Box Office India about her upcoming release Yeh Jawaani Hai…
Awesome TwosomesAre hit actor-director pairings a commercial success or do they simply make for great…
Guns & PosesThere’s nothing funny about shooting in the scorching Rajasthan desert. But War Chhod Na Yaar…
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Another Actor Turns Producer
It’s a trend that’s turning into a tidal wave. We’re talking about actors turning producer. But, we have to admit, this one took us totally by surprise. After all, actors usually make a decision like this after spending years in the industry, which gives them enough time to learn all ...
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Tagged actor, ayushmann Khurranna, film, Hit, Nautanki Saala, Paisa, Producer
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Praises For Farhan Akhtar
Last week, there were two screenings of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and everyone who watched the film was unanimous that Farhan Akhtar is the soul of the film. According to each one, Akhtar shines in every scene.
They also felt the actor’s performance will take his career ...
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Tagged actor, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Director, Farhan Akhtar, film, Praises, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra
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Guns & Poses
There’s nothing funny about shooting in the scorching Rajasthan desert. But War Chhod Na Yaar promises to tickle the funny bone. An on-location peek into Bollywood’s first-ever comedy war film
It’s a Monday morning and the temperature is 48˚ C. The venue is Bikaner in Rajasthan. Yes, we’re serious! ...
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Tagged actor, Director, film, Sejal Shah, Soha Ali Khan, War Chhod Na Yaar
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I told Girish I would launch him only if I saw potential in him – Kumar Taurani
Girish Kumar is the latest in a long line of industry kids who have made or are making their dream debut. The son of Tips Industries’ producer Kumar Taurani, Girish is being introduced in Ramaiya Vastavaiya directed by Prabhudheva and featuring opposite Shruti Haasan.
Now Tips is known for ...
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Tagged actor, Director, Girish Kumar, Kumar Taurani, Prabhudheva, Ramaiya Vastavaiya, Ramesh Taurani, Shruti Haasan, Tips Films
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Guess Who?
This actor, who takes ages to read a script and takes his own sweet time to decide on a project, ends up working on only a few movies. Even though he’s not commercially successful, he chooses to believe that certain choice of cinemas can be made only with him and ...
“Success is defined by your own goals”
From playing live songs on stage, composing music and then songwriter, Sachinn Gupta has done it all. Mere Dad Ki Maruti is the latest feather in his cap.
Background
I spent my childhood in Nigeria, where we used to watch a lot of Hindi films. I remember how ...
“Contrary to belief, actors are not demanding”
Falguni Thakore is a seasoned player in the costumes department and began her career many years ago with Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s Kareeb. There’s been no looking back ever since.
Initial Days
When I started my career, it was not very difficult to land a project. The challenge was ...
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Tagged Abhishek Bachchan, actor, Akshay Kumar, Boss, costume, designer, falguni thakore, film, Kareeb, Special 26
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Friends Forever
In an industry where the competition is razor sharp, it’s not often that you see lasting friendships. Among this rare breed is director Prabhudheva and actor Sonu Sood. They’ve known each other for years and when Prabhudheva was to start his film, Rambo Rajkumar, he felt Sood would best suit ...
Govinda Is Not In Shuddhi
The grapevine has been abuzz with whispers that Govinda has been roped in by producer Karan Johar and director Karan Malhotra for their next film Shuddhi featuring Hrithik Roshan in the lead. News was that Govinda would be playing the main villain in the film.
However, sources close to ...
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Tagged actor, Dharma Productions, Govinda, Karan Malhotra, Shuddhi
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Is Akki-Indra Kumar Film Happening?
There was talk that director Indra Kumar would be directing a film for Ashwini Yardi’s production house and that the film would feature Akshay Kumar in the lead. News was that the film would go on the floors at the end of this year.
But that was a while ...
Guess Who?
In this industry, every actor tries his best to keep everyone happy. You see, it pays to stay in everyone’s good books. But the BIG question is, is this really possible? How many people (read filmmakers) can you keep smiling?
That’s the dilemma this young lad is facing. No ...
Veteran Actor Pran To Receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Veteran actor Pran, known for his negative roles in Hindi film industry will receive the prestigious 2012 Dadasaheb Phalke Award for a lifetime contribution to cinema by the Indian Government. Some of his memorable movies like Zanjeer, Don, Ram Aur Shyam, Amar Akbar Anthony, Sharaabi and Purab ...
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Tagged actor, Amar Akbar Anthony, Dadasaheb Phalke Award, Don, Pran, Ram Aur Shyam, Sharaabi and Purab Aur Paschim, Veteran, Zanjeer
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Guess Who?
In our industry, you never know when things will change. This filmmaker, despite delivering a dud in the beginning of his career, stuck to his guns and went on to become one of the most sought-after directors in India. Actors were virtually queuing up to work with him and his ...
Guess Who?
He was a technician and then he decided to take the plunge into direction. He made his debut with an actor whose debut film was a dud. Still, this talented technician turned director made a successful film. There was a fall-out between this director and his producer so they decided ...
“26/11 is the first film I have done out of fear”
He’s back! Is what everyone says the moment he announces his next film or when the trailer of his film is released. Despite criticism, he’s churning out movies one after another; as he is unstoppable. There is lot of curiosity for his next release The Attacks Of 26/11 as we ...
Trance France
Cultural heritage, historic landmarks and the beautiful Rhone-Alpes makes for a perfect backdrop for a romantic film
France has always been amongst the favourites in terms of film destination. And this week, we take you on a tour to Rhone-Alpes. With the rugged topography of the peaks of Alps ...
Guess Who?
This producer had tremendous faith in this actor. So much so that when everyone was shying away from making a solo-starrer with him, this producer went ahead and made one with him. That’s not all. The producer went all out and made a lavish film and also pulled out all ...
The Unsound
Every film, whether small-budget or lavish, must be credible. The story line and the characters must be believable. However, The Unsound lacks credibility from the word go.
Dev Oberoi (Shadab Khan) suffers from a multiple organic psychotic disorder, a condition that makes him extremely unpredictable and at times violent. ...
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This actor was overwhelmed when this project was offered to him. It was an action film with other big names in it. He was having a rough run at the ticket counter and thought he would bounce back with this project. Naturally, he was very grateful to the producer for ...
Guess Who?
It was said that they would never work together. But as they say, there are no permanent friends or enemies in this industry. So there was this technician and this actor who fell out with each other. However, they decided to work together again and the film was expected to ...
RGV To Present Savita Bhabhi
Everyone had expected Ram Gopal Varma to bounce back with the horror genre with Bhoot Returns but that didn’t pan out. So it seems RGV has decided to ‘arouse’ the audience to lure them to cinemas. One of his next films is titled Savita Bhabhi. Yes, you heard right. The ...
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Tagged Aarti Chhabria, actor, Director, film, Ram Gopal Verma, RGV, Savita Bhabhi
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Guess Who?
There’s this actor who made his debut recently with a successful film. Despite his presence, there were many other elements that made this film a success. But, it seems, this actor believes he was solely responsible. Ooof!
On this assumption, this actor now believes he can deliver successful films ...
Guess Who?
This actor is in a dilemma. He was roped in by this production house for not one but two films and he’s already started shooting for the first one. He was supposed to start the second film for this corporate house early next year. Both projects have established directors helming.
...
Guess Who?
This is what happens when you don’t know how to handle success. This is what happened with this director, who is not in the big league but his second-last release did well at the ticket counter.
He attributed the movie’s success to himself, fell out with his actors and ...
Guess Who?
When this actor from a film family made debut, this actor was considered the next big star.The actor was flooded with offers left, right and centre. The actor finally picked a few prestigious projects but, as they say, we proposes, god disposes. Most of the films were declared duds and ...
Guess Who?
This production house has never been considered prominent, yet it has frequently been in the news since it belongs to someone who was part of the media years ago and he and his team are friends with people in the media.
In fact, the media has made it a ...
Guess Who?
This actor has not delivered a successful film for quite a while though he’s been dreaming of one for a vey long time. And in times when everyone wants their film to hit the magical Rs 100-crore mark, this actor is no different.
He’s so eager to join the ...
Guess Who?
This actor and director worked together for the first time. They delivered a major hit and it was pretty obvious they would work together again. It was not long before a project was announced.
So far so good. The actor thought the director would not consider anyone else but ...
Guess Who?
This director has a fantastic track record of delivering hits in quick succession. This actor, too, has a fabulous track record and has been delivering hits in quick succession. They worked together and obviously the film was a big hit. So they decided to work together again.
So far, ...
Guess Who?
When this film was announced, it was very close to the director and his favourite actor. Everyone associated with the product was thrilled and gung-ho. So far so good. The problem arose when they saw the rushes and everyone lost hope. The director went ahead and edited the film and ...
Thriller Fest In December
We all know that multiple releases within a short ...
We all know that multiple releases within a short ...
Kamal Hassan, Selvaraghvan Showdown
We all know that Selvaraghvan was pencilled in as ...
We all know that Selvaraghvan was pencilled in as ...
David Dhawan Denies
And its again a Rumour, that David Dhawan has been...
And its again a Rumour, that David Dhawan has been...
Prabhu Deva To Direct Ajay Devgn
After directing Salman Khan and delivering a big h...
After directing Salman Khan and delivering a big h...
Gill Brothers & Co
After spearheading Film Acquisitions and heading D...
After spearheading Film Acquisitions and heading D...
Murugadoss To Direct Akshay-Katrina
The director had been discussing his next Hindi f...
The director had been discussing his next Hindi f...
Smart Move By Vikram Malhotra
It seems Vikram Malhotra, COO of Viacom 18, is bec...
It seems Vikram Malhotra, COO of Viacom 18, is bec...
L’il Feat
Zee’s new dance show for kids teaches broadcasters...
Zee’s new dance show for kids teaches broadcasters...
Short Takes
• The title song of Dabangg 2 was recently picturi...
• The title song of Dabangg 2 was recently picturi...
Trainer For Girish Kumar
Kumar Taurani has hired a trainer for his son Giri...
Kumar Taurani has hired a trainer for his son Giri...
Arjun-Aalia In Two States?
There was much speculation over who would star opp...
There was much speculation over who would star opp...
Hrithik OR Ranbir OR New Face
Now we all know that Shekhar Kapur is all set to m...
Now we all know that Shekhar Kapur is all set to m...
