Monday, June 30, 2008

Movie on Nehru and Edwina romance

The alleged love affair between Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister and Edwina Mountbatten, wife of the last British viceroy to India is to be adapted into a film from the historical book “Indian Summer” by Alex Von Tunzelmann..
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Demand for stopping reality shows gains momentum

Should the TV Reality shows continue? After Sinjini Sengupta, a girl of 15 became of victim of viral encephalitis after her bad performance, the demand received a momentum that the shows should be stopped. .

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Sunday, June 29, 2008

Jemima's vehicle collides with a motorcyclist

Jemima khan has always been in news. Be it for her relationships, or for changing her religion and also that she is not very famous for her driving skills. The lady again was caught in a road mishap with a motorcyclist in London..

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Yashraj tests India’s first nuclear stink bomb

If Dhoom were pumped with unsavory steroids, the unnatural result would be Tashan. Yash Chopra, has an enviable reputation for having pulled off five of the 10 biggest Hindi box office blockbusters over the last decade..



Yashraj tests India’s first nuclear stink bomb

If Dhoom were pumped with unsavory steroids, the unnatural result would be Tashan. Yash Chopra, has an enviable reputation for having pulled off five of the 10 biggest Hindi box office blockbusters over the last decade..

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Fall in cinema tax may boost viewership

Finance minister for Delhi, AK Walia announced on June 24 that taxes on movie ticket has been abridged to 20-30 per cent, thus making Delhi the first state to reduce entertainment tax by 40 per cent in the last five years..

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Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic: Thoda this thoda that

The latest film from Kunal Kohli fails to impress as it sticks to a big banner formula and in the process kills a reasonably good story line. TPTM turns to be annoying that in spite of some funny moments with four children it fails to do any magic..

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Thursday, June 26, 2008

India fascinates Zeta-Jones and Douglas

Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas have chosen India for the shooting of their movie Racing the Monsoon. The couple will be shooting in Kolkata, Mumbai and parts of Rajasthan for the movie. Douglas has already reached India..

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Women in TV soaps

Women in family soaps of the saas-bahu genre are invariably shown as either the incarnation of Kaikaye, the tormentor or of Sita, the epitome of innocence. There are no midway categories. These soaps are an adverse influence on young minds..

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Wednesday, June 25, 2008

SRK or Big B, who will be the host for KBC 4?

Shahrukh Khan’s Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hai will be coming to an end next month. Siddharth Basu of Synergy Communications has started working on the fourth season of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) with King Khan..

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Films Division to make documentary on Mohammed Rafi

The documentary-film will specially focus on the struggles in the life of Mohammed Rafi. The Films Division initiative would provide a close look at one of the greatest singing legends of India to his fan and music lovers alike..

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Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Good Bye my friend!

Sydney Pollack was my friend He will be always in my thoughts, his good memories are with us. He's a part of our lives. We, search our hearts and see that he has done his part in the construction of the new and mighty state. It's our turn, now..

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After Dasavatharam, Ghajini its Vogue cover for Asin

It's raining success for Tamil actress Asin Thottumkal. After delivering the mega hit Dasavathram, opposite superstar Kamal Hassan, the actress has now featured on the cover of the prestigious Vogue magazine. .

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Monday, June 23, 2008

No more IPL hangover, focussing on films: Preity

Preity Zinta's constant on-screen presence in the IPL series had people thinking, she was not doing any films. Zinta rubbishes the rumour and opens up about her forthcoming releases and emphasises that now she is focussing on films with meaty roles.

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Rajinder Krishan: Lyricist par excellence

Rajinder Krishnan was a master-lyricist of the Hindi film industry. His songs are cherished and his poetic ability appreciated by Hindi songs' lovers. The songs, which he penned, are viewed as specimen works by many aspiring lyricists..

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Rajinder Krishan: Lyricist par excellence

Rajinder Krishnan was a master-lyricist of the Hindi film industry. His songs are cherished and his poetic ability appreciated by Hindi songs' lovers. The songs, which he penned, are viewed as specimen works by many aspiring lyricists..




Fraudster in Shahrukh’s show

Crimes are on the increase and so are the methods adopted by the criminals. Those who resort to illegal means to earn their living should avoid being seen in public places and maintain a low profile, then they can hope to escape from the law..

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Friday, June 20, 2008

Dil Chahta Hai: What the Heart Desires

There are friendships, which time does not wither. Longevity of a friendship means nothing if the sap has dried out and that is where I feel a tinge of envy, when I think of the three friends of the movie Dil Chahta Hai..

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Mehbooba: Afzal Khan's Magnum Opus

The producer of the 2002 comedy “Hum Kisise Kum Nahin” - Afzal Khan is back with another multi-starrer: Mehbooba. The film will have lavish sets and locales along with promising music composed by Ismail Darbar. The film is set to release on July 11..

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Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Aamir and Imran with Salman in Dus Ka Dum

Salman Khan's reality show 'Dus Ka Dum' will see Aamir Khan and his nephew Imran Khan in a celebrity special episode, which will be aired on July 4. The 'jodi' won a whooping rupees one crore, but was stuck on the last question and Aamir chose to quit..


Aamir and Imran with Salman in Dus Ka Dum

Salman Khan's reality show 'Dus Ka Dum' will see Aamir Khan and his nephew Imran Khan in a celebrity special episode, which will be aired on July 4. The 'jodi' won a whooping rupees one crore, but was stuck on the last question and Aamir chose to quit..

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Karan Johar's blog: My name is Karan

Blogging seems to be the latest trend in Bollywood and the latest to join the bandwagon is none other than Karan Johar. The director's blog would come online tomorrow (June 19). Lets see if this venture gets as popular as his movies..

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Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Mere Baap Pehle Aap: A review

The movie does not have memorable performances, and not at all an unforgettable storyline. But as a whole, the story is able to make you laugh, amaze you with a few very sweet moments that the script throws up and unwind totally. Worth a watch!.

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Aamir: Taking Indian cinema ahead

Aamir is one of the most unique stories told to an Indian audience. While we still have the regulars going strong, Aamir surely bring some light and delight to the above average movie lover. Khandelwal is impressive and is here to stay, for sure..

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Sunday, June 15, 2008

Salman, the versatile Khan!

The 'bad boy' of Bollywood, Salman Khan, is surely going places. He made his TV debut with 'Dus Ka Dum'. He had his wax figure unveiled at the famous Madame Tussauds, along side Big B and SRK. He is soon going to launch his own clothing line..

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Laughter shows need to sell laughter

TV channels these days are flooded with a plethora of laughter shows. But not every show in this category, which talks about comedy, works as a stress-buster. They need to add more masala to the show or else they too will get lost in the crowd..

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9X hits its first century, despite IPL

Even as 9X continues to grow, its sister channel 9XM has already become India’s No 1 music entertainment channel; as per the Week 21/2008 TAM figures too, it retains its massive lead over rest of the field in its genre with 54 GRPs in C&S 4+yrs..

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Thursday, June 12, 2008

Yuvraj and Harbhajan in Dus ka Dum

Salman-hosted reality game show, Dus ka Dum, will soon witness celebrity guests – Harbhajan Singh and Yuvraj Singh – playing and setting the stage on fire with their rib-tickling sense of humour. Not only this, Aamir Khan will also join the bandwagon soon.

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Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Munnabhai steals the show at 54th National Awards

Gandhigiri flashed sparkles at the 54th National Awards by bagging four awards, including for best popular movie. Waris Shah-Ishq Da Waris was also prized with equal number of awards. Madhur Bhandarkar won the best director award for 'Traffic Signal'..

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Clergy describes Paramount's act as un-Christian

In light of Paramount pictures abandoning its promise to pre-screen the film, 'The Love Guru', for the Hindu leaders, the clergy and leaders of various other religions have strongly condemned the act and described it as un-ethical and un-Christian..

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Tuesday, June 10, 2008

How TV channels operate 24X7

IPL is over, there are no major political upheavals, and the monsoons have not yet caused floods as in previous years. Therefore, in order to keep TV crews and reporters occupied, the people in command are dreaming up their own sensational stories..

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Jannat: A movie with relevance

The writer gives his take on recently released movie, 'Jannat'. Imraan Hashmi, the lead actor in the film, has played his role brilliantly. The movie delves on the subject of match-fixing in cricket. It has a moral, a moral that crime never pays..

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Monday, June 9, 2008

BIG 92.7 FM appoints Iyer as regional director, south

India's No 1 FM station, BIG 92.7 FM, has appointed Suresh Iyer as regional director of south. Iyer has been with the BIG 92.7 FM for over a year and will now look after the entire functioning of the station in the southern region..

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Sitar & flute jugalbandi in Goa for the US students

A 'jugalbandi' between sitar and flute is being specially arranged on Sunday, 8 June 2008 at 6:30pm for the visiting faculty and students of the College of William and Mary from Virginia, USA, who are in Goa to attend a five-week summer programme..

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Sunday, June 8, 2008

Sarkar Raj: A total paisa vasool film

The writer gives her personal take on the new RGV's 'Sarkar Raj'. In spite of the barely couched criticism from the critics, this film is a 'must see'. It is a gripping movie from start to end without any songs and dance sequences to slacken the pace..

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Friday, June 6, 2008

Hype and the Heroes

Media seems frantic about today's cinema persons. They are idolised by their fans for features that some find fickle, some in-vogue. Ironically, certain stars, irrespective of due qualifiactions, may become a parliamentarian or an icon of glamour..

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IIFA in Bangkok with Bachchans, but minus the Khans

Bangkok is all set to host the ninth edition of IIFA, which would commence from June 6. Bangkok will see the arrival of who's who of Bollywood at the prestigious award ceremony. RGV's Sarkar Raj, starring the three Bachchans will be premiered in IIFA..

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Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Tom bans Victoria's diet tips

Tom Cruise, much in love with his wife, has banned the Spice girl, Victoria Beckham from discussing diets with Katie Holmes. He is concerned about the influence that Victoria is having on Katie and is worried about wifey getting thinner..

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Desperation for TRPs: Has IBN-7 joined the race?

Most Hindi TV channels have resorted to crappy presentations, which are packaged as 'news'. In its desperation for TRPs, even IBN-7 has joined the rat race. Unprofessional handling of odd news leaves a bad taste with the viewers..

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Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Shilpa Shetty launches her website

After Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Salman Khan, it's now Shilpa Shetty who has launched her official website. The website has been launched not for blogging, but for promoting brand Shilpa in general..

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Sunday, June 1, 2008

Wentz accepts lying about Simpson's pregnancy

Pete Wentz accepted that he lied to the media about Ashlee Simpson's pregnancy. Ashlee is the sister of pop singer Jessica Simpson and married Wentz, a guitarist for the rock band Fall Out Boy, on May 17..

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