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Reliance Big Entertainment to spend $1 bn on films
Reliance BIG Entertainment, the media and entertainment arm of the $75 billion Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani group, Friday announced that it would spend $1 billion on the Indian film and entertainment business over the next 12-15 months.

Tamil actors promote education among school dropouts
Directed by Priya, the short film entitled Herovaa, Zerovaa (Hero or Zero) was made through a cooperative effort by Agaram Foundation, a voluntary forum, the state government and a number of leading lights of the southern film industry, including actor-couple Surya-Jyothika, Madhavan, Vijay and director Mani Ratnam.

Aishwarya the dutiful daughter-in-law on film set
Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai played the perfect 'bahu' (daughter-in-law) during the shooting of Ram Gopal Verma's Sarkar Raj, as she took special care to ensure a good lunch for husband Abhishek and father-in-law Amitabh Bachchan on the sets.

For 'Accident', I moved away from comfort zone: Kannada director
Kannada actor-director Ramesh Arvind, who forayed into the thriller genre with Accident after making two successful comedies, says it was a conscious decision to move into a different zone.

Media should not indulge in loose talk: Deepika Padukone(Interview)
Om Shanti Om girl Deepika Padukone is annoyed with the press for publishing stories about her romantic link-ups, saying they will dent her reputation and cause future embarrassment.

Madhuri Dixit turns 41, has quiet birthday
Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit celebrated her 41st birthday quietly at her Mumbai home Thursday. There was no formal celebration to mark the day, said her secretary Rakesh Nath.

Tamil Nadu film industry standoff ends
A three-day standoff in the Tamil Nadu film industry between directors and their assistants came to an end Tuesday following political and police intervention, industry insiders said.

Hollywood actor Shea to play villain in Tamil movie
Hollywood actor John Shea will play a villain in a Tamil film Achamundu Achamundu (We Are Afraid) featuring Prasanna and Sneha, its NRI director Arun Vaidyanathan said Tuesday.

Madhuri missed meeting favourite director
Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit, who is a big fan of Indian-American director, producer and writer Manoj 'Night' Shyamalan's work, regrets that she couldn't be formally introduced to the spook specialist in Delhi. But she is happy he was being recognised alongside her.

Mahindra & Mahindra makes foray into entertainment media
Mahindra & Mahindra, one of India's leading automobile manufacturing companies, is diversifying into the entertainment media. Though the company is yet to make the formal announcement about its media foray, it is learnt to havwe created a Rs.200 million ($5 million) media fund to be invested in movies and television.

Percept, Future Group in JV for Bollywood Retail
Entertainment and communications firm Percept Limited Tuesday announced a joint venture with retail major Future Group to launch 'Bollywood Retail' that aims to cash in on the Hindi film industry, the biggest entertainment phenomenon in India.

Lopez, Anthony's twins to tour Spain with them
Star couple Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony will take their twin babies with them this summer to visit Spain.

Britain, India to co-produce films
Britain and India Monday signed a treaty to co-produce films and the two countries are expected to make as many as 10 movies within the first two years.

Nick TV rustles up new summer entertainment for kids
Children's entertainment on television is set to get livelier this summer. Nick, one the country's leading entertainment channels in India, is set to woo children aged between four and 14 with the Mighty Masked Cat Niyander, a new episode of the channel's hit series, Ninja Hattori and Perman

Has the film world run-out of fear factor? (Weekly Roundup)
The horror genre may well be as old as the art of moviemaking itself, but it is fast losing its sheen in India as well as in world cinema. This week's Bollywood offering Bhoothnath, which has Amitabh Bachchan playing the spooky character, literally translates into 'a monster-like ghost', but barring a few eerie moments at the beginning, is a heart-warming saga.

Mithun, Ranjeeta to romance again on screen
After 22 years, the 80s hit romantic pair of Mithun Chakraborty and Ranjeeta is set to burn the silver screen again in Zindagi Tere Naam - and they are confident their chemistry will work even after two decades.

Cinema at its worst in 'Jimmy' (Review)
Film: Jimmy Cast: Mimoh Chakbraborty, Vivana and Zulfi Syed; Director: Raj N. Sippy; Ratings: * Do you think I'm a rejected man? - the villain asks repeatedly after his true intentions are exposed at the end of this tediously assembled pastiche of bad and ugly.

No songs in Manish Acharya's next film
After his US-based satire, The Loins Of Punjab Presents that had 40 songs, Manish Acharya's next film will be songless. Set in Mumbai and Tokyo, the comic thriller will be in Hindi.

REM returns from the wilderness
The rock band REM is back. For the past decade or so, the critically acclaimed music group wandered through the wilderness. And now with their album Accelerate, they can, along with U2, Radiohead and Red Hot Chili Peppers, compete for the title of best rock band in the world.

Viveik Oberoi skips Prakash Jha's 'Rajniti'
Viveik Oberoi, who was to play an important role in Prakash Jha's next movie Rajniti, has opted out of the project.Indeed, Viveik was offered 'Rajniti' and wanted to do the film. But since he had already committed the required dates to a Karan Johar production to be directed by Rensil D'Silva, he couldn't be part of it, said his publicist Dale Bhagwagar in a press release.

Ishq: stoking the love of Bollywood in Germany
When Naseem B. Khan stepped out of the university campus with a degree in business management, he was delighted to discover that Germany was bonkers about Bollywood.

One of Delhi's oldest theatre groups comes alive again
They are an eclectic mix - doctors, housewives, bank officials, educationists and college students - all brought together by their love of theatre.The group, consisting of professional and amateur theatre artistes, is to resurrect the Three Arts Club, one of the oldest amateur theatre groups in the capital, after an almost 25-year hiatus.

Ricci scared of wild cat
Christina Ricci, the star of the just released Speed Racer, doesn't spend time outside her home because she is scared of a bobcat running wild near her Hollywood house. The actress fears it might attack her.

Women are my favourite vice: LaBeouf
Hollywood comic actor Shia LaBeouf feels that his downfall lies in the lure of beautiful women because he can't stay away from them.

Miley Cyrus defends young stars' wild behaviour
Teen star Miley Cyrus, who recently caused controversy with some risqué photos, is defending Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears saying it is normal for the young stars to ct wild some times.

Madonna uses the f-word on TV show
Pop superstar Madonna, who performed in Britain recently, used the f-word twice on a TV show, which led to complaints.

Karunanidhi clan tries to reclaim tinsel town fame
While Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi's contributions to movies continue, his extended family comprising son M.K. Muthu and grandsons Arivunidhi and Udayanidhi are out to reclaim tinsel town fame.

Tamil film organisation polls put off
Elections to the Tamil Film Directors' Association were postponed Sunday for an indefinite period after threats of violence from non-members, industry sources said. Election returning officer A. Mohan announced the postponement after V. Shekhar, a contestant for the treasurer's post, filed a police complaint alleging threats of violence from a group of non-members.

Mom is the word in Southern film industry
South Indian film stars like Trisha, Saundarya and Charmi express their love for their moms on Mother's Day. Here is what they have to say: Trisha (Tamil-Telugu actress): I never do anything without the knowledge of my mom Uma, who even talks to the press on my behalf.

Shahrukh, Shoaib leave Hyderabad fans disappointed
Unmindful of the sweltering heat, die-hard fans filled the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here, but were disappointed not to see their heroes - actor Shahrukh Khan and cricketer Shoaib Akhtar - in 'action' Braving the scorching sun, the enthusiasts took their seats much before the match began between Hyderabad's Deccan Chargers and Kolkata Knight Riders. Even 42 degree Celsius temperature could not keep the crowd away from enjoying the Sunday game.


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'Killi Chundan' the catchiest Malayalam song

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Apex court issues notice to Bhansali on film set fire

Siddharth Basu back with Bollywood quiz show

Bollywood is our new culture: Shekhar Kapur

13-year-old to compose music for Malayalam film

Telugu film industry demands apology from Mayawati

A.R. Rahman to set up music school

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Tamil actors shooting in Malaysia

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Superstar Chiranjeevi still coy about joining politics

Celina plays sari-clad Tamil Brahmin

Feel-good 'Killi chundan' top Malayalam song

'Kadha Parayumbol' tops Christmas releases in Kerala

'Milana' continues to top Kannada film charts

'Cheluvina' album sets a Kannada record

Twins win role in Malayalam film

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'Happy Days' unstoppable at Telugu box office

Bollywood makes minister Soni's job easier

Megastar Chiranjeevi's father passes away

Akshaye chilling out in a houseboat in Alleppey

Tamil film stars set to dazzle Kaula Lumpur

Sushmita Sen falls foul of 'culture-police' in Tamil Nadu

Kerala firm to animate BBC mega series

Superstar Mohanlal to play 'reel life' magician

Kerala filmmakers lament official apathy

Jeevan TV to launch song and dance reality show

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'Milana' tops Kannada film charts

'Cheluvina' still the hottest Kannada album

A Malayalam filmmaker's feat with feet

'Chocolate' faces no pre-Christmas challenge

'Chandamama' rules Malayalam music charts

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Gere, Shilpa Kiss face complaints after street protests

Urmila shoots 'Mehbooba' song with Bachchans

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I still haven't had a hit: Katrina

NDTV to launch entertainment channels

I don't think I was spoilt: Zayed Khan (INTERVIEW)

Tusshar Kapoor in pursuit of versatility (INTERVIEW)
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Deepti Naval to be honoured in Los Angeles

NRI film directors score box office hits

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Priyadarshan upset with journos

Assamese singer Zubeen captivates with 'Ya Ali'

I'm now doing a balancing act: Shweta Bachchan (INTERVIEW)

Leonor Varela is every man's fantasy: Parvin Dabbas

Anupam Kher opens acting institute in Chandigarh

Japanese actress to make film on Bihar's Super 30

Shahid, Kareena to act in Imtiaz Ali's love story

Goons attack set of 'Bhram', ask for money

Deepa Mehta inks deal with Amitabh

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Ram Gopal Varma tells court his Sholay is different

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Singer-turned-actress Sophie Chaudhary

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Vikram Bhatt has three releases in next three months

Vidya denies rift with Aishwarya

Preity wants people to vote in Mumbai

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Bhansali tries his hand at directing French opera

21 Bollywood beauties dance for Sajid's 'Hey Baby'

Starlet Sherlyn impresses Yash Chopra

Singer Gurdas Mann injured in road accident

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Shilpa Shetty issue reaches House of Commons

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Kamal Haasan to play Bush in Tamil film

Aamir Khan to star in the remake of hit Tamil flick

Shooting of Tamil film disrupted near Agra

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Record run of 'Chandramukhi' to be celebrated Monday

An African safari for Vikram
Rajnikant is the emperor: Amitabh Bachchan

Tamil cinema scouting for a child artist
Vishal's three role models
Remake film rules Tamil box office

Rahman floats his own music label

'Mayakkannadi' is main Tamil New Year film

Kamal Hasan wins court case on 'Dasavataram'

Prakash Raj plays Ravana opposite Devgan's Ram

Malayalam is 'really tough', says Tamil star Vijay
'Paruthiveeran' promises Karthi superstardom

Malaysian Tamil comedian Param to undergo heart surgery

Vidyasagar wins Tamil audio race with 'Mozhi'
A year of dark horses in Tamil cinema

Satyam's Nipuna ties up with British animation firm for films

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Chennai multiplex theatres

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Court to decide fate of film on Rajiv killing

Jeeva to star in film on devalued Tamil degree

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Suriya, Jyothika to tie knot on 9/11
Sarath Kumar new president of South Indian artistes'

Comedy king Vadivelu rules Tamil screen

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Telugu Movies

'Lakshyam' beats 'Sivaji' to take top spot

Balakrishna talks about NTR's transition

Award winning Telugu film 'Vanaja' opens US run Aug 31
'Lakshyam' poses a challenge to 'Sivaji'

Rahman's 'Sivaji' at top spot in Telegu album list

Telugu actor faces bigamy charge

Naidu's son engaged to Balakrishna's daughter

'Desamuduru' is my best film: Allu Arjun

Gopichand starrer 'Okkadunnadu' reigns Telugu cinema

Gopichand savouring success of 'Okkadunnadu'

'Evadaithe...' rules Telugu box office

Jagapati waiting for the right script

Telugu film industry, India's second biggest, turns 75

NTR Junior makes a grand comeback

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Junior NTR's Rakhi Telugu film

Guru Kiran's 'Maharathi', Sainikudu, Khatarnak tops Telugu albums

Mahesh Babu hunts for 'meaty roles'

Mohan babu Yamadonga

Andhra girl enacts 'Sholay' scene

'Bommarillu' is biggest Telugu audio hit

'Pokiri' regains top Telugu slot

'Satyam Sivam Sundaram': Siddique's Telugu debut

Mani Sharma wins best composer's crown with 'Ashok'

'Pokiri' still the pick of Telugu films

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Malayalam Movies

Santosh Sivan on road to Hollywood

Filmmaker Ravi regrets not catching Rajiv Gandhi murder mastermind

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Chikungunya hits Mohanlal and Meera

Single organisation favoured for Malayalam film industry

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Malayalam screenplays turn up as books

Kerala politico's son to wed actor's daughter
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Mohanlal is brand ambassador for Kerala AIDS campaign

Mammooty, Jasmine together onscreen first time

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Mammootty has miraculous escape on shoot

Awards are like appetizers, says Mammootty

Row over Kerala film awards gets murkier

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Sukumari questions Padma Shri award

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