Mumbai: Actor-producer John Abraham, who is excited about his debut Marathi film venture Savita Damodar Paranjpe, has said regional films always offer better content as compared to Hindi films. John said this on Wednesday while interacting with media here at the trailer launch of Savita Damodar Paranjpe along with the[Read More…]
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“Turning vegetarian one of my best decision,” says Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma
Actress-producer Anushka Sharma, who turned vegetarian over three years ago, says it is one of the best decisions she has made. She stars in a new campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India that proclaims, ‘I Am Anushka Sharma, and I’m a Vegetarian.’ “Going vegetarian was[Read More…]
“I would like to do more comedy films,” says Bollywood actor Jimmy Sheirgill
Actor Jimmy Sheirgill is keen to act in more comedy films. In films like ‘A Wednesday’, ‘Madaari’, ‘Mukkabaaz’ and many more, Jimmy has been seen in intense roles. Asked what kind of roles interest him, Jimmy said, “I think I have played various kinds of roles in my career but I[Read More…]
Shah Rukh Khan wins ‘Ask me a question’ challenge on Instagram
While in conversation with his fans on Instagram using the new tangy trend ‘Ask me a Question’, Shah Rukh Khan was shot with a question ‘Why did you marry so early sir?’ Reacting to the question, King Khan wrote “Bhai love aur luck Kabhie bhi aa jaate hain. So both[Read More…]
Actress Sonali Bendre diagnosed with cancer
Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre revealed through a Twitter post that she has been diagnosed with cancer. The stunning Sonali, who is known for her epic movies, remarked with deep sorrow, “Sometimes when you least expect it, life throws you a curveball. I have recently been diagnosed with high-grade cancer that[Read More…]
I believe in taking the road less travelled: Kangana Ranaut
New Delhi: Kangana Ranaut’s journey in Bollywood is remarkable with roles that got her National Film Awards thrice. She is now geared up for her next, Manikarnika…, Mental Hai Kya and a sports drama directed by Ashwini Iyer Tiwari. The actress says she is someone who has always taken on[Read More…]
Influx of women in workplaces is changing cinema’s narrative: Zoya Akhtar
Mumbai: Bollywood filmmaker Zoya Akhtar says as more and more women make their mark in the workplace in Indian society, it is reflecting in the country’s cinema as well. Every time we have a woman on-screen, we can empower her in a different way rather than just giving a speech[Read More…]
Entertainment is a brutal business: Jacqueline Fernandez
Mumbai: Bollywood’s Sri Lankan star Jacqueline Fernandez says entertainment is a brutal and unpredictable business where things change every Friday. Jacqueline, who made her Bollywood debut in 2009 with Aladin, is now a mainstream commercial actress, thanks to her successful films like Kick and Judwaa 2, and hit franchises like[Read More…]
Vedhika Kumar to make Bollywood debut with Emraan Hashmi’s film
Mumbai: Southern film actress Vedhika Kumar is all set to foray into Bollywood with Emraan Hashmi-starrer The Body. She says she was waiting for the right project. The film will be directed by Jeetu Joseph and will be produced by Sunir Kheterpal of Azure Entertainment and Viacom 18 Motion Pictures,[Read More…]
‘Wish actresses hold placard against sexual exploitation in Bollywood’
Mumbai: Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri says it is good that many actresses are sharing photographs of themselves holding placards urging action in the Kathua rape case incident. However, he wishes they also voice their concerns against sexual exploitation in the Hindi film industry. Several Bollywood actresses like Kareena Kapoor Khan, Swara Bhasker,[Read More…]
Director Anubhav Sinha casts ensemble of 12 actors for next
New Delhi: Bollywood director Anubhav Sinha is bringing together 12 well-known names together for his next film “Abhi To Party Shuru Hui Hai”, backed by Sony Pictures Networks Productions (SPNP). The cast includes Saurabh Shukla, Pankaj Tripathi, Vinay Pathak, Pavan Malhotra, Divya Dutta, Kumud Mishra, Manoj Pahwa, Richa Chadha, Dilip Prabhavalkar,[Read More…]
Bollywood, sports celebrities attend engagement party of Akash Ambani, Shloka
Mumbai: Akash Ambani, son of Reliance Industries Ltd Chairman Mukesh Ambani, got engaged to Shloka Mehta, daughter of diamond magnate Russell Mehta on Saturday and to celebrate the occasion, a lavish party was thrown on Monday night that witnessed many celebrities attending. Ambani’s threw a lavish party to celebrate engagement[Read More…]
Katrina Bollywood’s most popular actress outside India: Report
Mumbai: Actress Katrina Kaif has secured the top spot in a list of popular Bollywood actress outside India, according to a study. She is followed by “Pari” star Anushka Sharma, “Highway” actress Alia Bhatt, “Udta Punjab” star Kareena Kapoor Khan and “Dilwale” star Kajol. The findings are a part of consumption[Read More…]
Celebs keep off political controversies for a reason: Shah Rukh Khan
Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Tuesday said celebrities are not scared of expressing their opinion, but if sometimes they choose to remain silent, it is not without a valid reason. Khan was taking part in a panel discussion on “Media – Shaping the Future and Entertainment” at “Magnetic Maharashtra[Read More…]
I never expected so much praise for Mehrunisa: Aditi Rao Hydari
Mumbai: Aditi Rao Hydari is dazzled by the compliments she has received for her brief yet evocative role as Mehrunisa in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s epic drama “Padmaavat”. The actress says she is overjoyed by the positive response. “I never expected so much praise for such a brief role. But then Sanjay[Read More…]
People know me because I was paired opposite Salman: Zareen Khan
New Delhi: Actress Zareen Khan says her Bollywood debut film “Veer” is very close to her heart and that people today know her because she was paired opposite superstar Salman Khan. Ever since her debut in 2010, Zareen featured in films like “Ready” and “Housefull”. Asked if starring in big budget[Read More…]
I know film industry better than many: Neha Dhupia
New Delhi: Actress Neha Dhupia feels she knows the film industry better than many others as she is “pretty much” friends with everyone. The actress is excited to host “BFFs With Vogue”. The show will premiere on Colors Infinity on Saturday. “I am excited about it. The thing is that I[Read More…]
‘Cheat India’ will be landmark role in my filmography: Emraan Hashmi
Mumbai: Actor Emraan Hashmi will be co-producing an “edge-of-the-seat drama” titled “Cheat India” and he says it will be a “landmark” role in his career. “The script and title of Cheat India are supremely powerful. This is among the most engaging and riveting stories I’ve read in a while and I[Read More…]
‘India needs more brave producers, writers to make women-centric film’
Kolkata: Upbeat that the treatment of women in Indian cinema is changing for good, Bollywood actor Soha Ali Khan says the industry needs more number of brave producers and writers as women-centric films are still “few and far between”. Soha on Saturday pointed out that while there is no lack of[Read More…]
Golf: Actor R Madhavan qualifies for National finals
Bollywood actor R. Madhavan has won the qualification round of the Mumbai leg of the Mercedes Trophy golf meet, it was announced on Wednesday. Madhavan carded a nett score of 69.6 to emerge victorious on the first day of the qualifications here. Madhavan will now be competing at the National[Read More…]
Mallika Sherawat debunks rumours about being thrown out from her flat
Actress Mallika Sherawat has debunked rumours about being thrown out from her flat in Paris for failing to pay rent and says that she does not own an apartment nor has rented one. “I have said it before and I am saying it again, I do not own or rent[Read More…]
Bollywood spotlight: At 75, Big B just keeps on going
In case people haven’t noticed, Amitabh Bachchan has stopped giving interviews since the second half of 2017. Even when his 75th birthday arrived, he was steadfast in his resolve to stay mum. When he makes up his mind to do something, no mountain can move Mr B to change his[Read More…]
Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi of Rajasthan issues death threat to Salman Khan
Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi of Rajasthan on Thursday issued a death threat to Salman Khan, saying the Bollywood actor will be killed in Jodhpur. “Salman Khan will be killed here, in Jodhpur… Then he will come to know about our real identity,” Bishnoi told media persons while being taken to a[Read More…]
25 Bollywood movies to look forward in 2018
The year 2017 ended up being a decent one for Hindi film and we wish that it keeps on being, even in 2018. We give you a rundown of Bollywood films to look forward to in 2018. 1.Kaalakaandi Release date: 12th January This darkly comic drama stars Saif Ali Khan[Read More…]
Remarkable year for new directorial talent in Bollywood
If during the year 2017, the scarcity of new acting talent was scary, the abundance of directorial talent instantly lifted the spirit and made sore expectations soar. Yes, there is hope for Bollywood. Around 28 new directors made their debut during the year that was. Here’s looking at the finest[Read More…]