Miss Universe Zuleyka Rivera rode pillion on Salman Khan’s bike a few days back.
Zuleyka is on an AIDS awareness tour of India. She is spearheading a campaign with the motto ‘Get Tested, It's in Fashion’.
Media reports say the Puerto Rican beauty was a special guest at Salman Khan ’s Eid party last week. After the party, the Bollywood star offered to drop her home on his motorbike.
The time was around 3 in the morning. Salman drove Zuleyka from his Bandra residence to Royal Palms in Goregaon, where she was staying.
A newspaper even quotes Zuleyka as saying that she finds Salman “hot”. She thinks Salman has “an amazing body and a great sense of humour.”
Zuleyka aspires to become an actress someday. Her favourite is Angelina Jolie, who by coincidence is also shooting in India nowadays.
Zuleyka was crowned Miss Universe 2006 in July this year.
Source: Apunkachoice
Monday, October 30, 2006
Saturday, October 21, 2006
Jaan-e-mann - Movie review
Let's clear a myth before we get into the analyzing mode…
JAAN-E-MANN is about two guys loving the same girl. Her first relationship doesn't work for certain reasons. Opportunity comes knocking again. The second guy rides into her heart. Sounds familiar?
From SANGAM to KABHI KABHIE to CHANDNI to SAAJAN, the concept of two men falling head over heals in love with the same woman has been done to death in Bollywood. Is there anything else left to explore? What novelty does JAAN-E-MANN offer then? Is it old wine packaged in a new bottle?
Sure, JAAN-E-MANN is a love story. But it explores new grounds, in terms of story as well as execution. It's an unconventional film. Yet, innovative at the same time. It doesn't follow the path most love stories charter. It's a fresh concept and the twists and turns in the screenplay only ensure that it doesn't stagnate.
To be brutally honest, it takes time to absorb a new format of storytelling. As moviegoers, we are used to following one particular format, which rarely changes. In JAAN-E-MANN, the story begins where most end. At the very outset, you're told that the first relationship has already fallen apart. Knowing that it's over between the two, the first guy encourages [and actually assists/trains/spoon-feeds] the second guy to get close to the woman both love. The second guy faithfully follows the instructions, till a twist in the tale brings about an awakening. Just when you think that it's going to be a conventional climax, there's a twist again…
Nope, JAAN-E-MANN isn't purani bottle par naya label. Definitely not!
It's said that [most] editors make fantastic directors. After all, the biggest of dreams take final shape on the editing table. Editor Shirish Kunder wears many hats in his first attempt: Director, story-screenplay-dialogues' writer, background music composer, TV and theatrical promo maker and of course, editor. And yes, he makes a terrific impact in his maiden attempt as a storyteller.
The marriage of realism with escapism as also form and content is evident in JAAN-E-MANN. There are moments that offer tremendous entertainment. There are times when Shirish borrows incidents straight from life; you've seen it happening to someone or perhaps, it's happened to you.
All the same, the execution of the film and the shot compositions are masterly. If you understand cinema or if you're an avid moviegoer, you'd notice that JAAN-E-MANN is shades apart from Yash Chopra or Mani Ratnam or Priyadarshan or RGV or Rakesh Roshan's movies. It stands out for its individuality. The technique leaves you wondering, is this Hindi cinema or are you watching a fairytale?
Most importantly, JAAN-E-MANN has its heart in the right place. Like this reviewer pointed out at the outset, it takes time to get used to Shirish's style of narrating a story. The initial reels may give you the feeling that it's all gloss, no soul and perhaps, the director has lost his marbles and experimented at the expense of an uncompromising producer [Sajid Nadiadwala], but JAAN-E-MANN catches you slowly, but firmly and doesn't leave you till the end.
Wait, this doesn't imply that JAAN-E-MANN is a flawless product. There are blemishes that stand out in the narrative. If Shirish deserves distinction marks as a storyteller, you need to deduct his points as an editor. Perhaps, Shirish fell in love with his product and didn't realize that this 19 reeler tends to get lengthy and at times, slow paced.
Also, Shirish's style of storytelling -- very novel and refreshingly different -- caters more to the multiplex crowd/elite/big city junta/Overseas audience rather than the aam public/hoi polloi/masses/frontbenchers. The generous usage of English will also restrict its appeal to urban centres. Yes, there are mass appealing moments, but JAAN-E-MANN is a big gamble. The first section of moviegoers would love the film and if it catches on with the masses [thanks to the strong emotional quotient in the second hour], there's no stopping the film then.
Now to the story:
JAAN-E-MANN begins with Suhan [Salman Khan] receiving a notice to pay the alimony. He has to shell out Rs. 50 lacs to his estranged wife Piya [Preity Zinta], now settled in the U.S. Suhan's 'Chachu' Boney [Anupam Kher], a lawyer, thinks of ways to wriggle out of the situation.
It's at this juncture that Champu aka Agastya [Akshay Kumar] walks in, looking for Piya. He was in love with her during the college days, he tells Suhan and Chachu, but she was in love with someone else [Agastya is unaware that Suhan is the guy]. Piya had ignored Agastya then, a nerd, and even broke his heart by courting another guy. A heartbroken Agastya had left the college for this reason.
Back to the present: Agastya is now at NASA. His outwardly appearance may've undergone a change, but he still doesn't know how to communicate with a girl, forget dating her. Suhan and Chachu hatch the plan to get Agastya and Piya together, so that Suhan is out of the mess.
Agastya flies to New York, so does Suhan. They hire an apartment right opposite Piya's residence and monitor each and every move of her through binoculars and telescope. Suhan helps Agastya to woo Piya. A reluctant Piya eventually gives in. But the story changes when Suhan gets to know of a certain reality and that changes his life completely. He feels responsible towards Piya.
Suhan realizes his folly and wants to make amends. But oblivious to Suhan's presence, Piya is now preparing for a life with Agastya. One wouldn't like to reveal the climax, since that would take the sheen away from the enterprise. We wouldn't be able to reveal the finale either, which is sure to bring a smile on your face.
JAAN-E-MANN balances humor and emotions beautifully. In fact, a film on relationships ought to rest on a solid emotional ground and JAAN-E-MANN has those scenes in abundance, especially in the second hour. Salman's journey from a mere spectator of Akshay-Preity's courtship to being a part of the love story is beautifully depicted. What prompts Salman to have a change of heart and feel more responsible [the reason is withheld by the reviewer] is again a brilliant stroke from the writing, execution and performance point of view.
All the same, the humor is just perfect. It's not the crass or mindless kind, but simple and at the same time, sure to bring a smile on your face or force you to break into laughter.
JAAN-E-MANN has more aces, starting with Farah Khan's choreography. Every song in immaculately choreographed and comes across as a remarkable piece of art. Anu Malik's music is soothing and soft, in sync with the mood of the film. 'Jaane Ke Jaane Na' is undoubtedly the best track of the enterprise. 'Ajnabee Shaher' and 'Humko Maloom Hai' are two compositions that also stand out for sheer melody. Sudeep Chatterjee's cinematography is remarkable. Right from Sabu Cyril's delightfully colorful sets to the skyline of New York, the D.O.P. captures every moment with dexterity and flourish on celluloid. Surily Goel's costumes are classy and well-synchronized with the upmarket feel.
Now to the performances! The one question that you want to ask Salman is, why had you hidden the sensitive performer in you all these years? Agreed, the actor has delivered fine performances in the past, right from Sooraj Barjatya's films to TERE NAAM to NO ENTRY [aimed at the masses]. But this is an altogether different Salman you see in JAAN-E-MANN. In fact, it wouldn't be erroneous to state that if asked to choose one performance from the three pivotal ones in JAAN-E-MANN, it has to be Salman without doubt. He wins hands down completely. The role is a reflection of what Salman can handle in real life: Loads of attitude, the mischievous dude with a naughty streak and most importantly, a sensitive and soft-hearted man who can weep, if affected. Simply remarkable!
Akshay is first-rate. The actor plays a simpleton, a far cry from the roles he's now famous for [DEEWANE HUYE PAAGAL, GARAM MASALA, PHIR HERA PHERI] and proves his versatility yet again. There's a marked growth in Akshay's performances and the one in JAAN-E-MANN only endorses the statement.
Preity is wonderful. Not only does she look like a woman who is the cynosure of two men, but also emotes her part with amazing grace. There's a surprise in store in the end and Preity's fans are sure to love her in that look as well.
Anupam Kher is fantastic as Chachu, but has an ill-defined role as the look-alike in New York. Jawed Sheikh and Soni Razdan [Preity's parents] are appropriate in brief roles. Nawaab [Preity's brother] and Aman Verma are decent.
On the whole, JAAN-E-MANN balances humor and emotions beautifully. In fact, it's a BIG film in all respects -- right from its cast to the extravagant sets to the lavish making, besides, of course, unadulterated entertainment it has to offer. At the box-office, the Diwali and Idd holidays will prove bountiful for the film and add to the big returns. Business-wise, JAAN-E-MANN should fare best at multiplexes and also at major centres, besides Overseas. But its business at comparatively smaller centres, where masala films dominate, is bound to be affected by DON's presence. However, if the strong word of mouth catches on, the business at smaller centres will add to its booty.
Source: Indiafm
JAAN-E-MANN is about two guys loving the same girl. Her first relationship doesn't work for certain reasons. Opportunity comes knocking again. The second guy rides into her heart. Sounds familiar?
From SANGAM to KABHI KABHIE to CHANDNI to SAAJAN, the concept of two men falling head over heals in love with the same woman has been done to death in Bollywood. Is there anything else left to explore? What novelty does JAAN-E-MANN offer then? Is it old wine packaged in a new bottle?
Sure, JAAN-E-MANN is a love story. But it explores new grounds, in terms of story as well as execution. It's an unconventional film. Yet, innovative at the same time. It doesn't follow the path most love stories charter. It's a fresh concept and the twists and turns in the screenplay only ensure that it doesn't stagnate.
To be brutally honest, it takes time to absorb a new format of storytelling. As moviegoers, we are used to following one particular format, which rarely changes. In JAAN-E-MANN, the story begins where most end. At the very outset, you're told that the first relationship has already fallen apart. Knowing that it's over between the two, the first guy encourages [and actually assists/trains/spoon-feeds] the second guy to get close to the woman both love. The second guy faithfully follows the instructions, till a twist in the tale brings about an awakening. Just when you think that it's going to be a conventional climax, there's a twist again…
Nope, JAAN-E-MANN isn't purani bottle par naya label. Definitely not!
It's said that [most] editors make fantastic directors. After all, the biggest of dreams take final shape on the editing table. Editor Shirish Kunder wears many hats in his first attempt: Director, story-screenplay-dialogues' writer, background music composer, TV and theatrical promo maker and of course, editor. And yes, he makes a terrific impact in his maiden attempt as a storyteller.
The marriage of realism with escapism as also form and content is evident in JAAN-E-MANN. There are moments that offer tremendous entertainment. There are times when Shirish borrows incidents straight from life; you've seen it happening to someone or perhaps, it's happened to you.
All the same, the execution of the film and the shot compositions are masterly. If you understand cinema or if you're an avid moviegoer, you'd notice that JAAN-E-MANN is shades apart from Yash Chopra or Mani Ratnam or Priyadarshan or RGV or Rakesh Roshan's movies. It stands out for its individuality. The technique leaves you wondering, is this Hindi cinema or are you watching a fairytale?
Most importantly, JAAN-E-MANN has its heart in the right place. Like this reviewer pointed out at the outset, it takes time to get used to Shirish's style of narrating a story. The initial reels may give you the feeling that it's all gloss, no soul and perhaps, the director has lost his marbles and experimented at the expense of an uncompromising producer [Sajid Nadiadwala], but JAAN-E-MANN catches you slowly, but firmly and doesn't leave you till the end.
Wait, this doesn't imply that JAAN-E-MANN is a flawless product. There are blemishes that stand out in the narrative. If Shirish deserves distinction marks as a storyteller, you need to deduct his points as an editor. Perhaps, Shirish fell in love with his product and didn't realize that this 19 reeler tends to get lengthy and at times, slow paced.
Also, Shirish's style of storytelling -- very novel and refreshingly different -- caters more to the multiplex crowd/elite/big city junta/Overseas audience rather than the aam public/hoi polloi/masses/frontbenchers. The generous usage of English will also restrict its appeal to urban centres. Yes, there are mass appealing moments, but JAAN-E-MANN is a big gamble. The first section of moviegoers would love the film and if it catches on with the masses [thanks to the strong emotional quotient in the second hour], there's no stopping the film then.
Now to the story:
JAAN-E-MANN begins with Suhan [Salman Khan] receiving a notice to pay the alimony. He has to shell out Rs. 50 lacs to his estranged wife Piya [Preity Zinta], now settled in the U.S. Suhan's 'Chachu' Boney [Anupam Kher], a lawyer, thinks of ways to wriggle out of the situation.
It's at this juncture that Champu aka Agastya [Akshay Kumar] walks in, looking for Piya. He was in love with her during the college days, he tells Suhan and Chachu, but she was in love with someone else [Agastya is unaware that Suhan is the guy]. Piya had ignored Agastya then, a nerd, and even broke his heart by courting another guy. A heartbroken Agastya had left the college for this reason.
Back to the present: Agastya is now at NASA. His outwardly appearance may've undergone a change, but he still doesn't know how to communicate with a girl, forget dating her. Suhan and Chachu hatch the plan to get Agastya and Piya together, so that Suhan is out of the mess.
Agastya flies to New York, so does Suhan. They hire an apartment right opposite Piya's residence and monitor each and every move of her through binoculars and telescope. Suhan helps Agastya to woo Piya. A reluctant Piya eventually gives in. But the story changes when Suhan gets to know of a certain reality and that changes his life completely. He feels responsible towards Piya.
Suhan realizes his folly and wants to make amends. But oblivious to Suhan's presence, Piya is now preparing for a life with Agastya. One wouldn't like to reveal the climax, since that would take the sheen away from the enterprise. We wouldn't be able to reveal the finale either, which is sure to bring a smile on your face.
JAAN-E-MANN balances humor and emotions beautifully. In fact, a film on relationships ought to rest on a solid emotional ground and JAAN-E-MANN has those scenes in abundance, especially in the second hour. Salman's journey from a mere spectator of Akshay-Preity's courtship to being a part of the love story is beautifully depicted. What prompts Salman to have a change of heart and feel more responsible [the reason is withheld by the reviewer] is again a brilliant stroke from the writing, execution and performance point of view.
All the same, the humor is just perfect. It's not the crass or mindless kind, but simple and at the same time, sure to bring a smile on your face or force you to break into laughter.
JAAN-E-MANN has more aces, starting with Farah Khan's choreography. Every song in immaculately choreographed and comes across as a remarkable piece of art. Anu Malik's music is soothing and soft, in sync with the mood of the film. 'Jaane Ke Jaane Na' is undoubtedly the best track of the enterprise. 'Ajnabee Shaher' and 'Humko Maloom Hai' are two compositions that also stand out for sheer melody. Sudeep Chatterjee's cinematography is remarkable. Right from Sabu Cyril's delightfully colorful sets to the skyline of New York, the D.O.P. captures every moment with dexterity and flourish on celluloid. Surily Goel's costumes are classy and well-synchronized with the upmarket feel.
Now to the performances! The one question that you want to ask Salman is, why had you hidden the sensitive performer in you all these years? Agreed, the actor has delivered fine performances in the past, right from Sooraj Barjatya's films to TERE NAAM to NO ENTRY [aimed at the masses]. But this is an altogether different Salman you see in JAAN-E-MANN. In fact, it wouldn't be erroneous to state that if asked to choose one performance from the three pivotal ones in JAAN-E-MANN, it has to be Salman without doubt. He wins hands down completely. The role is a reflection of what Salman can handle in real life: Loads of attitude, the mischievous dude with a naughty streak and most importantly, a sensitive and soft-hearted man who can weep, if affected. Simply remarkable!
Akshay is first-rate. The actor plays a simpleton, a far cry from the roles he's now famous for [DEEWANE HUYE PAAGAL, GARAM MASALA, PHIR HERA PHERI] and proves his versatility yet again. There's a marked growth in Akshay's performances and the one in JAAN-E-MANN only endorses the statement.
Preity is wonderful. Not only does she look like a woman who is the cynosure of two men, but also emotes her part with amazing grace. There's a surprise in store in the end and Preity's fans are sure to love her in that look as well.
Anupam Kher is fantastic as Chachu, but has an ill-defined role as the look-alike in New York. Jawed Sheikh and Soni Razdan [Preity's parents] are appropriate in brief roles. Nawaab [Preity's brother] and Aman Verma are decent.
On the whole, JAAN-E-MANN balances humor and emotions beautifully. In fact, it's a BIG film in all respects -- right from its cast to the extravagant sets to the lavish making, besides, of course, unadulterated entertainment it has to offer. At the box-office, the Diwali and Idd holidays will prove bountiful for the film and add to the big returns. Business-wise, JAAN-E-MANN should fare best at multiplexes and also at major centres, besides Overseas. But its business at comparatively smaller centres, where masala films dominate, is bound to be affected by DON's presence. However, if the strong word of mouth catches on, the business at smaller centres will add to its booty.
Source: Indiafm
Tuesday, October 17, 2006
Salaam-E-Ishq : Movie Preview
Six stories running parallel are bound together by one common theme: love. Nikhil Advani’s movie ‘Salaam-e-Ishq’ is, as its title suggests, a tribute to love.
The movie features a host of Bollywood stars: Salman Khan , Priyanka Chopra , John Abraham , Vidya Balan , Anil Kapoor , Juhi Chawla , Akshaye Khanna , Ayesha Takia , Govinda and Shannon Esrechowitz .
Check out the movie’s slideshow at Salaam-e-Ishq .
Priyanka Chopra plays Kkamini. Despite the addition of an extra ‘k’ into her name, lady luck has not smiled on this item girl in Bollywood. Although Kkamini is being sought after for items, she has not made it into the league of top actresses. Added to this, she wakes up in the morning to another controversy in the newspapers.
Kkamini decides to change her fate. She makes a plan to change her image in movies, in media and in the eyes of the big producers of Bollywood. If executed rightly the plan will put her into the big league.
But there is one thing she fails to anticipate. That is Rahul (Salman Khan).
Tehzeeb (Vidya Balan) and Ashutosh (John Abraham) make an ideal husband-wife. She wakes in the morning to the glint of a diamond pendant, a gift from her loving husband on their marriage anniversary. Two years ago they had eloped to Mumbai and got married. Today they are completely obsessed about each other.
Tehzeeb and Ashutosh work with a news channel. She is a field reporter and he is a film editor. They have had their share of struggles to make ends meet.
Ashutosh’s world shatters after Tehzeeb is involved in an accident. The course of his life is changed and his love for Tehzeeb is put to test.
In a sprawling house in London, Vinay Malhotra (Anil Kapoor) lives with his caring wife Seema (Juhi Chawla) and lovely daughters. He has everything a man can ask for: a picture perfect family, a secure job (as a PR executive) and financial security.
But things change when in Vinay’s picture perfect world comes a woman named Anjali (Anjana Sukhani). Anjali is confident and ambitious girl who knows how to get what she wants. And she wants Vinay.
Shiven (Akshaye Khanna) is the most eligible bachelor in Delhi. He is engaged to Gia (Ayesha Takia) and the two are set to marry in the next 10 days.
But the thought of marrying scares Shiven. So he breaks off his engagement with Gia.
Doing thus, Shiven regains his freedom, but Gia is emotionally hurt. However, with each passing day, Shiven realizes how lonely and incomplete he is without Gia.
Govinda plays a taxi-driver Raju Taxiwala. Every morning he drives from his Chandni Chowk home to the airport, stands in the long queue and watches the door of the airport with the hope that his dream girl Stephanie (Shannon Esrechowitz) will return some day.
Then that fateful day comes and Stephanie walks out of the door. But she has come back not for Raju but to look for her boyfriend Rohit Chaddha.
Alongside these five stories there also runs the tale of a Parsi middle-class man Rustom Dastoor (Sohail Khan) who wants to spend as much time as possible making love to his wife Dolly. But his attempts to do so throw the couple into situations that are sometimes comic and sometimes tragic.
The story of ‘Salaam-E-Ishq’ has been written by Nikhil Advani himself. The costume designing is done by Vikram Phadnis and Alvira Agnihotri (Salman’s sister).
The film is slated to release early next year.
Source: Apunkachoice
The movie features a host of Bollywood stars: Salman Khan , Priyanka Chopra , John Abraham , Vidya Balan , Anil Kapoor , Juhi Chawla , Akshaye Khanna , Ayesha Takia , Govinda and Shannon Esrechowitz .
Check out the movie’s slideshow at Salaam-e-Ishq .
Priyanka Chopra plays Kkamini. Despite the addition of an extra ‘k’ into her name, lady luck has not smiled on this item girl in Bollywood. Although Kkamini is being sought after for items, she has not made it into the league of top actresses. Added to this, she wakes up in the morning to another controversy in the newspapers.
Kkamini decides to change her fate. She makes a plan to change her image in movies, in media and in the eyes of the big producers of Bollywood. If executed rightly the plan will put her into the big league.
But there is one thing she fails to anticipate. That is Rahul (Salman Khan).
Tehzeeb (Vidya Balan) and Ashutosh (John Abraham) make an ideal husband-wife. She wakes in the morning to the glint of a diamond pendant, a gift from her loving husband on their marriage anniversary. Two years ago they had eloped to Mumbai and got married. Today they are completely obsessed about each other.
Tehzeeb and Ashutosh work with a news channel. She is a field reporter and he is a film editor. They have had their share of struggles to make ends meet.
Ashutosh’s world shatters after Tehzeeb is involved in an accident. The course of his life is changed and his love for Tehzeeb is put to test.
In a sprawling house in London, Vinay Malhotra (Anil Kapoor) lives with his caring wife Seema (Juhi Chawla) and lovely daughters. He has everything a man can ask for: a picture perfect family, a secure job (as a PR executive) and financial security.
But things change when in Vinay’s picture perfect world comes a woman named Anjali (Anjana Sukhani). Anjali is confident and ambitious girl who knows how to get what she wants. And she wants Vinay.
Shiven (Akshaye Khanna) is the most eligible bachelor in Delhi. He is engaged to Gia (Ayesha Takia) and the two are set to marry in the next 10 days.
But the thought of marrying scares Shiven. So he breaks off his engagement with Gia.
Doing thus, Shiven regains his freedom, but Gia is emotionally hurt. However, with each passing day, Shiven realizes how lonely and incomplete he is without Gia.
Govinda plays a taxi-driver Raju Taxiwala. Every morning he drives from his Chandni Chowk home to the airport, stands in the long queue and watches the door of the airport with the hope that his dream girl Stephanie (Shannon Esrechowitz) will return some day.
Then that fateful day comes and Stephanie walks out of the door. But she has come back not for Raju but to look for her boyfriend Rohit Chaddha.
Alongside these five stories there also runs the tale of a Parsi middle-class man Rustom Dastoor (Sohail Khan) who wants to spend as much time as possible making love to his wife Dolly. But his attempts to do so throw the couple into situations that are sometimes comic and sometimes tragic.
The story of ‘Salaam-E-Ishq’ has been written by Nikhil Advani himself. The costume designing is done by Vikram Phadnis and Alvira Agnihotri (Salman’s sister).
The film is slated to release early next year.
Source: Apunkachoice
`Dhoom` director`s next?
A few months ago, we broke the news of DHOOM and DHOOM 2 director Sanjay Gadhvi starting a film for Shree Ashtavinayak Cinevision Ltd. [GOLMAAL, BHAGAM BHAAG, MR. FRAUD]. Well, the latest buzz in film circles is that Gadhvi has roped in Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgan for the film, which is budgeted at Rs. 75 crores.
“Not true at all,” Denis Selarka of Ashtavinayak denies the development. So what’s the truth? “The truth is that we’ve approached Akshay for this film and we’re still in talks with him currently. But nothing is finalized yet. As for Salman, we did meet him but for two different projects, to be directed by Priyadarshan and Rumi Jaffrey, respectively. As far as Ajay is concerned, we’ve confirmed him for GOLMAAL 2,” Denis clarifies.
Denis also denies that the film is budgeted at Rs. 75 crores. “The budget hasn’t crossed our minds yet. We are still working on the project and a clearer picture vis-à-vis the star cast and budget would emerge later this year,” he elucidates.
Source: Indiafm
“Not true at all,” Denis Selarka of Ashtavinayak denies the development. So what’s the truth? “The truth is that we’ve approached Akshay for this film and we’re still in talks with him currently. But nothing is finalized yet. As for Salman, we did meet him but for two different projects, to be directed by Priyadarshan and Rumi Jaffrey, respectively. As far as Ajay is concerned, we’ve confirmed him for GOLMAAL 2,” Denis clarifies.
Denis also denies that the film is budgeted at Rs. 75 crores. “The budget hasn’t crossed our minds yet. We are still working on the project and a clearer picture vis-à-vis the star cast and budget would emerge later this year,” he elucidates.
Source: Indiafm
Monday, October 16, 2006
“I Would Love to Play Circuit,” says Salman
“I would love to play Circuit,” said Salman Khan on NDTV’s ‘Walk The Talk’ yesterday. The ‘Jaaneman’ rockstar had loved ‘Munnabhai MBBS’ and is “Dying to see Lage Raho Munnabhai.” Would he have liked to play Munna’s character? “No, only Sanju could have done full justice to it,” he said.
Salman Khan is a relaxed man in many ways. I still remember I had watched him in ‘Walk The Talk’ around one and a half years back after the Vivek Oberoi press conference episode. It was clear Salman had only consented for the interview as his father script writer Salim Khan had asked him to do so. He had looked zapped, lost and incomprehensible. But yesterday, he was jovial, gave respect to all the questions, handled a few tricky questions smartly and was generous in his praise of all the people he cares for.
When asked about Shahrukh and Aamir, he stated that his respect for SRK stems from the fact that he is the only one who is earning bread in his family as his parents are no more. As for Aamir, then according to Salman, he has not seen a man with such amazing will power. Any examples? “He had put on some weight but when he decided that it’s time to control he went on a diet and exercise routine. And today he is looking the same as QSQT days. He came for dinner the other day and he had brought his diet food along with himself. That’s how particular he is about something that he believes in.” Amongst today’s brat-pack, he finds Hrithik Roshan the best as he is very good looking and works very hard.
You may find faults with many a thing Salman Khan has done in the past, but still one has to give it to him that he is a very secure actor. And that’s a huge asking for in the world of make believe where insecurity rules-the-roast all the time.
Source: Indiaglitz
Salman Khan is a relaxed man in many ways. I still remember I had watched him in ‘Walk The Talk’ around one and a half years back after the Vivek Oberoi press conference episode. It was clear Salman had only consented for the interview as his father script writer Salim Khan had asked him to do so. He had looked zapped, lost and incomprehensible. But yesterday, he was jovial, gave respect to all the questions, handled a few tricky questions smartly and was generous in his praise of all the people he cares for.
When asked about Shahrukh and Aamir, he stated that his respect for SRK stems from the fact that he is the only one who is earning bread in his family as his parents are no more. As for Aamir, then according to Salman, he has not seen a man with such amazing will power. Any examples? “He had put on some weight but when he decided that it’s time to control he went on a diet and exercise routine. And today he is looking the same as QSQT days. He came for dinner the other day and he had brought his diet food along with himself. That’s how particular he is about something that he believes in.” Amongst today’s brat-pack, he finds Hrithik Roshan the best as he is very good looking and works very hard.
You may find faults with many a thing Salman Khan has done in the past, but still one has to give it to him that he is a very secure actor. And that’s a huge asking for in the world of make believe where insecurity rules-the-roast all the time.
Source: Indiaglitz
Thursday, October 12, 2006
Salman and his holes
Check out Salman Khan’s new fashion statement. Here we see his blazer in an all new and very much different piece of art.
Believing in the phrase old is gold, Salman is definitely trying the worn out look. Did you notice the seam on his blazer? How can you? They aren’t there! Salman is definitely a trend setter be it his constant topless scenes or his bald look in Tere Naam. Salman’s favourite designer Vikram Phadnis must have probably designed the holes in his sheathing which nicely shows bits and pieces of his inner shirt.
Next to him is none other than our very own and favourite Govinda who again is known for the most mismatched combination costumes onscreen and the actor is comfortable in something less torn.
Source: IndiaFM
JAAN-E-MANN and the SAIFF clarification
It was reported lately in the Media that JAAN-E-MANN was not ready to be screened for the closing ceremony at the prestigious South Asian film festival. The producers would like to clarify, that its true that earlier there was talks of the film to be showcased at the prestigious festival on Oct 8th. But then it was mutually decided not to go ahead because it would be too early keeping in mind the Indian release date is Oct 20th.
JAAN-E-MANN has been arousing stupendous curiosity and is the most awaited blockbuster this festival season. And therefore it's rightly justified to ensure that everyone sees the film on the release date. Infact the innovative producer has gone a step ahead and tied up with UFO Moviez to distribute the film digitally to 500 cinemas, Thus ensuring that even the B and C centres get to see the movie on the worldwide release date. "Yeah its true that earlier we had talks to screen the film at the prestigious SAIFF, but than we mutually decided not to go ahead since it would be a bit early and would only be fair if everyone gets to see the film on the worldwide release date," informed Sajid Nadiadwala.
Source: Glamsham
JAAN-E-MANN has been arousing stupendous curiosity and is the most awaited blockbuster this festival season. And therefore it's rightly justified to ensure that everyone sees the film on the release date. Infact the innovative producer has gone a step ahead and tied up with UFO Moviez to distribute the film digitally to 500 cinemas, Thus ensuring that even the B and C centres get to see the movie on the worldwide release date. "Yeah its true that earlier we had talks to screen the film at the prestigious SAIFF, but than we mutually decided not to go ahead since it would be a bit early and would only be fair if everyone gets to see the film on the worldwide release date," informed Sajid Nadiadwala.
Source: Glamsham
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Box-office ka Khan kaun?
While industrywallahs await the Khan duel at the box-office with Shah Rukh Khan's 'Don' and Salman Khan's 'Jaan-E-Mann' releasing this festive season, viewers reveal which Khan they are more keen to see.
YOU SAY...
I'd like to see Salman Khan's 'Jaan-E-Mann'. I feel he has more sex appeal and brings intensity to any role he plays. However, 'Don' could prove to be a greater commercial bet!
Farida Salim, businessperson
I am keen to see SRK's 'Don'. His character seems different and his hairstyle is interesting. In addition, the aggressiveness and playboy quality may be new to watch.
Raj Usman Gani, real-estate agent
I guess 'Don' will be a better flick, it being a Farhan Akhtar directorial. Besides, it is a remake of a hit film. Above all, it's a SRK film. But I am fond of Salman too and 'Jaan-E-Mann' has great music. So I'll watch both.
Bashira Khatri, nutritionist
Undoubtedly, Shah Rukh Khan's 'Don'! Salman has been doing the same kind of roles for a while now. I am sure SRK will do justice to this new role.
Vinita Sagwekar, manager
Shah Rukh Khan and 'Don' is a deadly combination. So it is obviously 'Don' that I am looking forward to.
Dayanand Shetty, restaurateur
"I will definitely go for 'Don'. Firstly, it has SRK, and secondly because I love the way Farhan Akhtar treats his movies. I think 'Don' will rock. 'Jaan-E-Mann' promos look unappealing and since I am not a Salman fan, I may not go for it."
Arpana Singh, BMM student
Source: DNA
YOU SAY...
I'd like to see Salman Khan's 'Jaan-E-Mann'. I feel he has more sex appeal and brings intensity to any role he plays. However, 'Don' could prove to be a greater commercial bet!
Farida Salim, businessperson
I am keen to see SRK's 'Don'. His character seems different and his hairstyle is interesting. In addition, the aggressiveness and playboy quality may be new to watch.
Raj Usman Gani, real-estate agent
I guess 'Don' will be a better flick, it being a Farhan Akhtar directorial. Besides, it is a remake of a hit film. Above all, it's a SRK film. But I am fond of Salman too and 'Jaan-E-Mann' has great music. So I'll watch both.
Bashira Khatri, nutritionist
Undoubtedly, Shah Rukh Khan's 'Don'! Salman has been doing the same kind of roles for a while now. I am sure SRK will do justice to this new role.
Vinita Sagwekar, manager
Shah Rukh Khan and 'Don' is a deadly combination. So it is obviously 'Don' that I am looking forward to.
Dayanand Shetty, restaurateur
"I will definitely go for 'Don'. Firstly, it has SRK, and secondly because I love the way Farhan Akhtar treats his movies. I think 'Don' will rock. 'Jaan-E-Mann' promos look unappealing and since I am not a Salman fan, I may not go for it."
Arpana Singh, BMM student
Source: DNA
Now Big B v/s SRK v/s Salman-Akki this Diwali/Eid
Earlier it was touted as a clash of Salman Khan/Akshay Kumar and Shahrukh Khan on Diwali/Eid when their films 'Jaan-e-Mann' and 'Don - The Chase Begins Again' are slated to release. Now Big B too has joined the party and it is going to be one cracking event this festive season.
His film 'Ganga' has been strategically poised to arrive on October 20th along with the other two biggies and for the followers of 'Bhojpuri' cinema, this is going to be one big event as the film also stars their local celebrities Manoj Tiwari, Ravi Kissen and Nagma along with Hema Malini.
Original 'Don' coming with the remade 'Don' amidst a film set as a Broadway musical - Bollywood had never seen it better in a festive season!
Source: Indiaglitz
His film 'Ganga' has been strategically poised to arrive on October 20th along with the other two biggies and for the followers of 'Bhojpuri' cinema, this is going to be one big event as the film also stars their local celebrities Manoj Tiwari, Ravi Kissen and Nagma along with Hema Malini.
Original 'Don' coming with the remade 'Don' amidst a film set as a Broadway musical - Bollywood had never seen it better in a festive season!
Source: Indiaglitz
Monday, October 09, 2006
Jaan-e-Mann will be enjoyed by a 4 year to a 104 year old - Preity Zinta
‘Jaan-E-Mann’ has been in the news right from day it started. The buzz just got bigger with coming together of two charismatic superstars - Salman & Akshay - who shared an extremely robust chemistry in the blockbuster 'Mujhse Shaadi Karogi'. Bollywood diva Preity Zinta just made the film much bigger.
Additionally it is being produced by Sajid Nadiadwala who has had a consistent strings of blockbusters starting with 'Waqt Hamara Hain', 'Jeet' , 'Judwaa', 'Har Dil Jo Pyaar Kareega' and 'Mujhse Shaadi Karogi'.
At the Box–Office, the film already seems to be a winner, even before its release. How bullish is the film trade about 'Jaan-e-Mann' can be gauged from the fact it has broken all records for the distribution rights of the various territories.
That the film has got record breaking offers right under the nose of over-rated films that were tom-tommed at the beginning of the year speaks volumes on the confidence of the trade in the film.
'Jaan-e-Mann' is a 35 crore film and Sajid Nadiadwala invested the amount only in a 2 minute narration by Farah Khan at a party because he was so impressed & kicked by the idea.
The much awaited musical block-buster 'Jaan-E-Mann' is a romantic musical love story based in New York and has been showcased like a Broadway musical with the story told in an unusual manner by the very talented debutant director Shirish Kundar.
Says Sajid Nadiadwala, "People will be pleasantly surprised when they see Shirish's film. It is a visual delight, the emotions are right. It has a very unique method of story telling and it is a romantic musical which the audience prefers in the festival season."
'Jaan-E-Mann' has become such a hot proposition that Sajid Nadiadwala has got the best theaters and record breaking theater chain. In fact it's a record of sorts that the distributors have got 250 plus screen in the Mumbai territory alone.
It also proves the confidence level in the distribution fraternity regarding the quality entertainers from the Nadiadwala Grandsons banner. Even the eye grabbing trailer of 'Jaan-e-Mann' created quite an impact in the minds of the audience. The slick and innovative promo cost the producer a cool 40 lakh. Says Sajid "I didn't mind spending 40 lakh on the promo of 'Jaan-e-Mann', because Big things need Big money. A quality product has to be marketed well. That is my commitment and belief in the film!"
The music of 'Jaan-e-Mann' is already scorching the musical charts and has brought back melody in the fore, a welcome relief from the cacophony dished out lately. Anu Malik has given a musical score that flows into the narration of the script and are 'story songs' that takes the film forward. It's sure to be a benchmark in his career. Farah Khan, considered as the Sachin Tendulkar of choreography, has given her best and promises that the film would be a visual delight.
Shirish considers that Salman has given his best performance of his career. Also as per him Akshay Kumar has shown unimaginable depth in a difficult role while Preity is natural as ever.
The excitement factor of 'Jaan-e-Mann' is its innovative story telling technique and visual treatment backed by a very dependable banner known for churning out block-busters. Additionally superstars - Salman, Akshay and Preity - are riding high in the box office meter and the popularity that cuts across the multiplex audience, B & C centers and the Overseas market.
As Priety Zinta rightly puts it across "'Jaan-e-Mann' is a universal Entertainer. It will be enjoyed by a 4 year old to a 104 year old"
Perhaps with all the right ingredients, 'Jaan-e-Mann' might just become this Diwali/Idd record box office smash!
Source: Indiaglitz
Additionally it is being produced by Sajid Nadiadwala who has had a consistent strings of blockbusters starting with 'Waqt Hamara Hain', 'Jeet' , 'Judwaa', 'Har Dil Jo Pyaar Kareega' and 'Mujhse Shaadi Karogi'.
At the Box–Office, the film already seems to be a winner, even before its release. How bullish is the film trade about 'Jaan-e-Mann' can be gauged from the fact it has broken all records for the distribution rights of the various territories.
That the film has got record breaking offers right under the nose of over-rated films that were tom-tommed at the beginning of the year speaks volumes on the confidence of the trade in the film.
'Jaan-e-Mann' is a 35 crore film and Sajid Nadiadwala invested the amount only in a 2 minute narration by Farah Khan at a party because he was so impressed & kicked by the idea.
The much awaited musical block-buster 'Jaan-E-Mann' is a romantic musical love story based in New York and has been showcased like a Broadway musical with the story told in an unusual manner by the very talented debutant director Shirish Kundar.
Says Sajid Nadiadwala, "People will be pleasantly surprised when they see Shirish's film. It is a visual delight, the emotions are right. It has a very unique method of story telling and it is a romantic musical which the audience prefers in the festival season."
'Jaan-E-Mann' has become such a hot proposition that Sajid Nadiadwala has got the best theaters and record breaking theater chain. In fact it's a record of sorts that the distributors have got 250 plus screen in the Mumbai territory alone.
It also proves the confidence level in the distribution fraternity regarding the quality entertainers from the Nadiadwala Grandsons banner. Even the eye grabbing trailer of 'Jaan-e-Mann' created quite an impact in the minds of the audience. The slick and innovative promo cost the producer a cool 40 lakh. Says Sajid "I didn't mind spending 40 lakh on the promo of 'Jaan-e-Mann', because Big things need Big money. A quality product has to be marketed well. That is my commitment and belief in the film!"
The music of 'Jaan-e-Mann' is already scorching the musical charts and has brought back melody in the fore, a welcome relief from the cacophony dished out lately. Anu Malik has given a musical score that flows into the narration of the script and are 'story songs' that takes the film forward. It's sure to be a benchmark in his career. Farah Khan, considered as the Sachin Tendulkar of choreography, has given her best and promises that the film would be a visual delight.
Shirish considers that Salman has given his best performance of his career. Also as per him Akshay Kumar has shown unimaginable depth in a difficult role while Preity is natural as ever.
The excitement factor of 'Jaan-e-Mann' is its innovative story telling technique and visual treatment backed by a very dependable banner known for churning out block-busters. Additionally superstars - Salman, Akshay and Preity - are riding high in the box office meter and the popularity that cuts across the multiplex audience, B & C centers and the Overseas market.
As Priety Zinta rightly puts it across "'Jaan-e-Mann' is a universal Entertainer. It will be enjoyed by a 4 year old to a 104 year old"
Perhaps with all the right ingredients, 'Jaan-e-Mann' might just become this Diwali/Idd record box office smash!
Source: Indiaglitz
What makes JAAN-E-MANN biggest Diwali/Idd release!
JAAN-E-MANN has been in the news right from day it started. The buzz just got bigger with coming together of two charismatic superstar Salman and Akshay who shared an extremely robust chemistry in the blockbuster MUJHSE SHAADI KAROGI. Bollywood diva Preity Zinta just made the film much bigger. Additionally it is being produced by Sajid Nadiadwala who has had a consistent strings of blockbusters starting with 'Waqt Hamara Hain' 'Jeet', 'Judwaa', 'Har Dil Jo Pyaar Kareega' and 'Mujhse Shaadi Karogi'.
The film trade, the true barometer of a film success at the Box-Office has declared it as a winner, even before its release. How bullish is the film trade about JAAN-E-MANN can be gauged from the fact it has broken all records for the distribution rights of the various territories. That the film has got record breaking offers right under the nose of over-rated films that were tom tommed at the beginning of the year speaks volumes on the confidence of the trade in the film.
JAAN-E-MANN is 35 crore film and Sajid Nadiadwala invested the amount only in a 2 minute narration of Farah Khan at a party because he was so impressed and kicked by the idea.
The much-awaited musical blockbuster JAAN-E-MANN is a romantic musical love story based in New York showcased like a broad way musical with the story told in an unusual manner by the very talented debutant director Shirish Kundar. "People will be pleasantly surprised when they see Shirish's film. It is a visual delight, the emotions are right. It has a very unique method of story telling and it is a romantic musical which the audience prefers in the festival season," said Sajid Nadiadwala.
JAAN-E-MANN has become such a hot proposition that Sajid Nadiadwala has got the best theaters and record-breaking theater chain especially in the lucrative market. In fact it's a record of sort that the distributors have got 250 plus screen in the Mumbai territory alone.
It also proves the confidence level in the distribution fraternity regarding the quality entertainers from the Nadiadwala Grandsons banner. Even the eye-grabbing trailer of JAAN-E-MANN created quite an impact in the mind of the audience. The slick and innovative promo cost the producer a cool 40 lakh. Says Sajid "I didn't mind spending 40 lakh on the promo of JAANE-E-MANN, because big things need big money. A quality product has to be marketed well. That is my commitment and belief in the film."
The music of JAAN-E-MANN is already scorching the musical charts and has brought back melody back in the fore in Hindi films, a welcome relief from the cacophony dished out lately. Anu Malik has given a musical score that flows into the narration of the script and are 'story songs' that takes the film forward. It's sure to be a benchmark in his career. And with Farah Khan, considered as the Sachin Tendulkar of Choreography and also the wife of Shirish Kunder, has given her best and promises to be visual delight.
Shirish considers that Salman has given his best performance of his career and Akshay Kumar's unimaginable depth in a difficult role, and Preity is as natural as ever.
The excitement factor of JAAN-E-MANN is its innovative story telling technique and visual treatment backed by a very dependable banner known for churning out blockbusters. Additionally the star cast of superstars, Salman, Akshay and Preity are riding high in the box office meter and the popularity that cuts across the multiplex audience, B and C centers and the overseas market.
As Priety Zinta rightly puts it across "JAAN-E-MANN is a universal entertainer. It will be enjoyed by a 4 year old to a 104 year old."
Perhaps all the right ingredients, JAAN-E-MANN might just become this Diwali / Idd record box office smash!
Source: Glamsham
The film trade, the true barometer of a film success at the Box-Office has declared it as a winner, even before its release. How bullish is the film trade about JAAN-E-MANN can be gauged from the fact it has broken all records for the distribution rights of the various territories. That the film has got record breaking offers right under the nose of over-rated films that were tom tommed at the beginning of the year speaks volumes on the confidence of the trade in the film.
JAAN-E-MANN is 35 crore film and Sajid Nadiadwala invested the amount only in a 2 minute narration of Farah Khan at a party because he was so impressed and kicked by the idea.
The much-awaited musical blockbuster JAAN-E-MANN is a romantic musical love story based in New York showcased like a broad way musical with the story told in an unusual manner by the very talented debutant director Shirish Kundar. "People will be pleasantly surprised when they see Shirish's film. It is a visual delight, the emotions are right. It has a very unique method of story telling and it is a romantic musical which the audience prefers in the festival season," said Sajid Nadiadwala.
JAAN-E-MANN has become such a hot proposition that Sajid Nadiadwala has got the best theaters and record-breaking theater chain especially in the lucrative market. In fact it's a record of sort that the distributors have got 250 plus screen in the Mumbai territory alone.
It also proves the confidence level in the distribution fraternity regarding the quality entertainers from the Nadiadwala Grandsons banner. Even the eye-grabbing trailer of JAAN-E-MANN created quite an impact in the mind of the audience. The slick and innovative promo cost the producer a cool 40 lakh. Says Sajid "I didn't mind spending 40 lakh on the promo of JAANE-E-MANN, because big things need big money. A quality product has to be marketed well. That is my commitment and belief in the film."
The music of JAAN-E-MANN is already scorching the musical charts and has brought back melody back in the fore in Hindi films, a welcome relief from the cacophony dished out lately. Anu Malik has given a musical score that flows into the narration of the script and are 'story songs' that takes the film forward. It's sure to be a benchmark in his career. And with Farah Khan, considered as the Sachin Tendulkar of Choreography and also the wife of Shirish Kunder, has given her best and promises to be visual delight.
Shirish considers that Salman has given his best performance of his career and Akshay Kumar's unimaginable depth in a difficult role, and Preity is as natural as ever.
The excitement factor of JAAN-E-MANN is its innovative story telling technique and visual treatment backed by a very dependable banner known for churning out blockbusters. Additionally the star cast of superstars, Salman, Akshay and Preity are riding high in the box office meter and the popularity that cuts across the multiplex audience, B and C centers and the overseas market.
As Priety Zinta rightly puts it across "JAAN-E-MANN is a universal entertainer. It will be enjoyed by a 4 year old to a 104 year old."
Perhaps all the right ingredients, JAAN-E-MANN might just become this Diwali / Idd record box office smash!
Source: Glamsham
Saturday, October 07, 2006
SRK or Salman?
The Big Friday 20th October is approaching fast and furious. And the plans have already started filling in. so, what’s your pick this festive season! SRK’s stylish ‘Don’ or Salman-Akshay’s paint-my-love ‘Jaaneman’… Both the pictures are looking extremely positive and Big Bollywood money is riding on them.
Ritesh Dishwani and Sajid Nadiadwala, the respective producers of ‘Don’ and ‘Jaaneman’ are leaving no stone unturned in ensuring a huge opening for their films.
They are determined to milk the Diwali Holidays from October 20th followed by Eid on 25th. It’s a well known fact that a sizable Muslim population stops watching films in the Ramzan and that’s one of the reasons why no big releases take place during the Ramzan month. With Diwali and Eid coming back to back, both ‘Don’ as well as ‘Jaaneman’ would surely try-n-cash-in on the long holiday period.
Bollywood is upbeat about the two releases and is hoping for an encore at the Box Office. This year has been phenomenal for the Hindi Film Industry and ‘Don’ and ‘Jaaneman’ may well carry that trend and create real history in the world of illusions. The commercial fate of these two movies will also decide who’s the bigger Khan…SRK or Sallu…Or will Akshay steal the thunder?
Source: Indiaglitz
Ritesh Dishwani and Sajid Nadiadwala, the respective producers of ‘Don’ and ‘Jaaneman’ are leaving no stone unturned in ensuring a huge opening for their films.
They are determined to milk the Diwali Holidays from October 20th followed by Eid on 25th. It’s a well known fact that a sizable Muslim population stops watching films in the Ramzan and that’s one of the reasons why no big releases take place during the Ramzan month. With Diwali and Eid coming back to back, both ‘Don’ as well as ‘Jaaneman’ would surely try-n-cash-in on the long holiday period.
Bollywood is upbeat about the two releases and is hoping for an encore at the Box Office. This year has been phenomenal for the Hindi Film Industry and ‘Don’ and ‘Jaaneman’ may well carry that trend and create real history in the world of illusions. The commercial fate of these two movies will also decide who’s the bigger Khan…SRK or Sallu…Or will Akshay steal the thunder?
Source: Indiaglitz
`Jaan-E-Mann` - Akshay's straight 3rd Diwali / Idd release
Akshay seems to becoming a Diwali /Idd release specialist. He has always had a block-buster during the festival period. 2 years back he took on SRK's 'Veer Zaara' with 'Aitraaz' and followed it up last year with 'Garam Masala' as a face/off with Salman's 'Kyon Ki'.
This year again it's a repeat clash with SRK'S 'Don' v/s 'Jaan-e-maan', which combines the box office & charismatic force of two superstars. Sajid Nadiadwala is confident of Jaan-e-maan and his superstars. In fact the trade pundits have already declared it a winner, what with the record breaking distribution deals and the high decibel buzz on the film.
Also Akshay is on a consecutive box office run since 'Aitraaz'. So will the Diwali/Idd release specialist create the fire works at the Box Office this year too? Surely seems so, with all the indicators moving in that direction!!
Source: Indiaglitz
This year again it's a repeat clash with SRK'S 'Don' v/s 'Jaan-e-maan', which combines the box office & charismatic force of two superstars. Sajid Nadiadwala is confident of Jaan-e-maan and his superstars. In fact the trade pundits have already declared it a winner, what with the record breaking distribution deals and the high decibel buzz on the film.
Also Akshay is on a consecutive box office run since 'Aitraaz'. So will the Diwali/Idd release specialist create the fire works at the Box Office this year too? Surely seems so, with all the indicators moving in that direction!!
Source: Indiaglitz
Priety Zinta trips for `Jaanemann`
Whilst others may go in for Numerology to ensure the success of their films, for Preity it’s tad to simple & effective too. She jokes that whenever she has fallen down whilst shooting for a film; the film invariability turns out to be a Hit.
She was referring to the time when she fell during the shoot in central park for Jaan-e-maan. It took her 5 minutes to realize that choreographer Farah Khan had tripped her. Farah playfully teased her “Priety has fallen; the film will be a hit. Everyone joined in the chorus “The film is going to be a hit.”
If only superstition could define success….Weird are the ways of Bollywood.
Source: Indiaglitz
She was referring to the time when she fell during the shoot in central park for Jaan-e-maan. It took her 5 minutes to realize that choreographer Farah Khan had tripped her. Farah playfully teased her “Priety has fallen; the film will be a hit. Everyone joined in the chorus “The film is going to be a hit.”
If only superstition could define success….Weird are the ways of Bollywood.
Source: Indiaglitz
`Jaan-e-Mann` stars to walk the ramp
LYCRA MTV Style Awards 2006 has tied-up with the much-awaited, star-studded film JAAN-E-MANN to add more style and glamour to its already impressive line-up of stylish people at this year’s show.
So, get ready to see the ramp go up in flames, as Preity Zinta, Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar will walk the ramp as a special promotion for their forthcoming film. These glittering stars and more will take centrestage on 14th October at the N.C.P.A., Mumbai.
Source: IndiaFM
So, get ready to see the ramp go up in flames, as Preity Zinta, Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar will walk the ramp as a special promotion for their forthcoming film. These glittering stars and more will take centrestage on 14th October at the N.C.P.A., Mumbai.
Source: IndiaFM
Friday, October 06, 2006
What Salman does between shoots
What do you do when you have some time between shoots? If you are an actor, you moonlight as a model.
It's pretty much the season for stars at a loose end. So, we have actress Isha Koppikar going back to her modelling days at a jewellery show while actor Salman Khan gets into supermodel gear without missing a step.
Film stars are a big draw at fashion shows. But do film stars and the ramp make a good fit?
Actor, Isha Koppikar: It's very difficult. I still have stage fright, though I have done modelling before. I literally pray before stepping out on the ramp.
Producer and actor, Sohail Khan: Sadly enough when they called, they asked me to organise it, not model. I hope the next time, they ask me to model, and not organise it.
Actor, Sanjay Kapoor: We have heard of models not being good actors, but never heard of actors not being good models.
The catwalk may be a pleasant diversion from the usual action sequences, but at the end of the day, for Salman Khan, it's back to playing the role of the Bollwyood star that he's always been.
Source: CNNIBN
It's pretty much the season for stars at a loose end. So, we have actress Isha Koppikar going back to her modelling days at a jewellery show while actor Salman Khan gets into supermodel gear without missing a step.
Film stars are a big draw at fashion shows. But do film stars and the ramp make a good fit?
Actor, Isha Koppikar: It's very difficult. I still have stage fright, though I have done modelling before. I literally pray before stepping out on the ramp.
Producer and actor, Sohail Khan: Sadly enough when they called, they asked me to organise it, not model. I hope the next time, they ask me to model, and not organise it.
Actor, Sanjay Kapoor: We have heard of models not being good actors, but never heard of actors not being good models.
The catwalk may be a pleasant diversion from the usual action sequences, but at the end of the day, for Salman Khan, it's back to playing the role of the Bollwyood star that he's always been.
Source: CNNIBN
Jaan-e-Mann at New York film festival
To understand the wide range of films to be shown at the third edition of the ongoing South Asian International Film Festival in New York, you have to see just two or three of them.
Jaan-E-Mann, the romantic musical starring Preity Zinta, Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar ends the festival on October 8. The budget of that one film, shot mostly in New York, could cover the entire budget of at least 10 other feature films being shown at SAIFF's newest festival.
SAIFF, which opened on October 4, was supposed to premiere the miniscule budget Anwar, the second film by Manish Jha (Matruboomi: A Nation Without Women). Twenty one films including Jaan-E-Mann will have their world premieres and 11 North American premieres. The films are in more than a dozen languages, including Tamil, Bengali and English. A substantial number of films, especially documentaries and short films, are made by people who are in their late 20s.
But due to some technical difficulties, Anwar could not feature at the festival. Instead, it was replaced by the critically-acclaimed Omkara, directed by Vishal Bharadwaj.
Source: Rediff
Jaan-E-Mann, the romantic musical starring Preity Zinta, Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar ends the festival on October 8. The budget of that one film, shot mostly in New York, could cover the entire budget of at least 10 other feature films being shown at SAIFF's newest festival.
SAIFF, which opened on October 4, was supposed to premiere the miniscule budget Anwar, the second film by Manish Jha (Matruboomi: A Nation Without Women). Twenty one films including Jaan-E-Mann will have their world premieres and 11 North American premieres. The films are in more than a dozen languages, including Tamil, Bengali and English. A substantial number of films, especially documentaries and short films, are made by people who are in their late 20s.
But due to some technical difficulties, Anwar could not feature at the festival. Instead, it was replaced by the critically-acclaimed Omkara, directed by Vishal Bharadwaj.
Source: Rediff
Thursday, October 05, 2006
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
The surprise with Jaan-e-Mann
A surprise awaits the viewers who throng the movieplexes to watch JAAN-E-MANN from 20th October onwards. The first look of Priyadarshan’s BHAGAM BHAAG, produced by the reputed production house Shree Ashtavinayak, will be unveiled on the occasion. Yes, the first promo of this comic caper will be introduced with the prints of JAAN-E-MANN. It’ll be a dual treat for Akshay Kumar fans since both JAAN-E-MANN and BHAGAM BHAAG star the actor in lead roles.
However, the BHAGAM BHAAG promos on television will take off in the first week of November. The film is slated for 22nd December release.
Source: IndiaFM
However, the BHAGAM BHAAG promos on television will take off in the first week of November. The film is slated for 22nd December release.
Source: IndiaFM
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
Salman, Kareena mobbed
Bollywood stars Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor got mobbed by media persons on Friday when they arrived in the Capital to inaugurate Mumbai-based designer Purva Kothari's first jewellery exhibition.
Kothari's designs are sold under the brand name Intrea.
Apart from media persons, star-struck guests went berserk when Salman and Kareena entered the Roshanara Hall of Taj Palace. The race among lensmen to capture the actors resulted in shifting the spotlight from Kothari and her designs to the stars.
Minister for Civil Aviation Praful Patel got ignored too. He was seen chatting with a friend in a corner.
Salman, who was at his charming best, refused to talk about his upcoming film Jaan-e-Mann. "I will not talk about my film. Ask me about fashion and jewellery," he chuckled.
He then talked about his style statement. "I always wear an earring and this bracelet," he said pointing towards his bracelet.
Salman also showed his pierced bellybutton. "My sister got it done so I also went ahead."
Kareena, looking gorgeous in jeans and a shirt, whetted the media's appetite. From fashion to films - she answered all their queries.
She said, "I am very fond of jewellery and that's why I am here. I have a couple of friends in Delhi, mainly designers," said Kareena who was wearing one of Kothari's creations.
Asked about Rang de Basanti being nominated as India's official entry for the Oscars, she said, "I loved Rang de Basanti. It is one of my favourite films. I am very happy that it is going to the Oscars. I will keep my fingers crossed".
With these two stars hogging the limelight, hardly anybody showed interest in the exquisitely designed jewellery on display.
Intrea is a joint venture between Kothari and diamond merchant Ketan Seth.
Source: Santabanta
Kothari's designs are sold under the brand name Intrea.
Apart from media persons, star-struck guests went berserk when Salman and Kareena entered the Roshanara Hall of Taj Palace. The race among lensmen to capture the actors resulted in shifting the spotlight from Kothari and her designs to the stars.
Minister for Civil Aviation Praful Patel got ignored too. He was seen chatting with a friend in a corner.
Salman, who was at his charming best, refused to talk about his upcoming film Jaan-e-Mann. "I will not talk about my film. Ask me about fashion and jewellery," he chuckled.
He then talked about his style statement. "I always wear an earring and this bracelet," he said pointing towards his bracelet.
Salman also showed his pierced bellybutton. "My sister got it done so I also went ahead."
Kareena, looking gorgeous in jeans and a shirt, whetted the media's appetite. From fashion to films - she answered all their queries.
She said, "I am very fond of jewellery and that's why I am here. I have a couple of friends in Delhi, mainly designers," said Kareena who was wearing one of Kothari's creations.
Asked about Rang de Basanti being nominated as India's official entry for the Oscars, she said, "I loved Rang de Basanti. It is one of my favourite films. I am very happy that it is going to the Oscars. I will keep my fingers crossed".
With these two stars hogging the limelight, hardly anybody showed interest in the exquisitely designed jewellery on display.
Intrea is a joint venture between Kothari and diamond merchant Ketan Seth.
Source: Santabanta
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