'Ranbir Kapoor can be the next Amitabh Bachchan'

After working with Ranbir Kapoor in two films, director Siddharth Anand feels the young actor has the potential to follow in the footsteps of megastar Amitabh Bachchan as the complete Hindi film hero

Ra.One' release date not yet fixed: SRK (Movie Snippets)

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has clarified that the release date of his superhero film Ra.One has not yet been decided, unlike what has been reported.

I will get married: Sushmita Sen

While most of her contemporaries are married and settled with kids, Sushmita Sen is still in the news for her relationships and break-ups. But the actress says she definitely has plans to tie the knot one day.

Finally, it's Genelia with John in 'Kaakha Kaakha' remake

The casting of the leading lady opposite John Abraham in the Hindi remake of Tamil blockbuster Kaakha Kaakha had producer Vipul Shah, director Nishikant Kamat and John in a fix. But the hunt finally ended with the casting of Genelia D'Souza

Anil, Aamir get nostalgic at 'Double Dhamaal' launch

Anil Kapoor and Aamir Khan got nostalgic at the launch of Indra Kumar and Ashok Thakeria's next project Double Dhamaal

Patil criticises Bachchan's Metro woes

Maharashtra Home Minister R.R. Patil, in an oblique reference to megastar Amitabh Bachchan's remarks that the Mumbai Metro railway would invade his privacy, said it was unfortunate that people were upset by infrastructure projects that would make life easier for the people of the city.

Producer's wallet picked at 'Khichdi - The Movie' promotion event

Producer J.D. Majethia was so caught up while promoting his forthcoming film Khichdi - The Movie in Mumbai last week that he didn't even realise that somebody had picked his wallet containing a few membership cards and around Rs.20,000 in cash.

Ash-Abhi to miss 'Raavan' screening at Venice fest

Bollywood couple Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan won't be able to attend the screening of their film Raavan at the upcoming 67th Venice Film Festival, due to prior commitments with their brand endorsements.

Bipasha to stars: do issue-based films for free

Bipasha Basu, who was just seen in Lamhaa and is now getting ready to do a film on honour killings, feels issue-based films should be made with small budgets to make them commercially viable and stars shouldn't charge any fee to work in them

I am at the mercy of what I am offered: Sharman Joshi

He is one of the 3 Idiots, has also acted in hits like Rang De Basanti and proved his versatility in a wide range of roles, but Sharman Joshi says he still can't afford to be picky and is waiting to turn director to choose his preferred genre

I want to work with Aamir again: Kareena (Movie Snippets)

After cooking up a crackling chemistry with Aamir Khan in the blockbuster 3 Idiots, actress Kareena Kapoor says she wants to team up with him once again.

Men's week high on fashion, low on glamour (Review)

It was more work and less play at the second edition of the Van Heusen India Men's Week (VHIMW) Aug 27-29 that showcased a concentrated umbrella of pret lines under as many as 16 labels and, barring some exceptions, kept the usual Bollywood octane off the premises -- and the ramp.

Gaurav Chopra to enter 'Uttaran' (TV Snippets)

Popular television actor Gaurav Chopra is making a comeback to fiction shows with Colors' Uttaran as a rich and suave business tycoon.

Google plans pay per view movies on YouTube

London/San Francisco, Google is planning to launch a pay-per-view movie section on its popular video site YouTube, according to a report Monday in the Financial Times.

Aishwarya denies endorsing Danone

Beauty queen-turned-actress Aishwarya Rai has denied being the brand ambassador for French dairy brand Danone - as has been reported in the media.

PM watches 'Peepli Live'

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Sunday evening watched Bollywood star Aamir Khan's production Peepli Live at his 7 Race Course Road residence, an official said.

Wendell Rodricks impresses with vibrant men's week debut

It might be his debut menswear collection, but Goa-based designer Wendell Rodricks's simple yet vibrant clothes managed to leave an impression on the concluding day of the Van Heusen India Men's Week (VHIMW) Sunday.

Nadiadwala to launch three major films worth Rs.150 crore

Producer Sajid Nadiadwala is all set to announce three major projects and each will have big have names - Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan and Saif Ali Khan. The total budget for the three projects is Rs.150.

Pooja Batra returns to catwalk - just for men

Former Miss India-turned-actress Pooja Batra returned to the runaway after nine years, saying she thoroughly enjoyed walking the ramp at the Van Heusen India Men's Week (VHIMW) here Sunday as the entire focus was on her.

Salman woos fans in Delhi with clean-shaven look

Fan frenzy was at its peak when Bollywood star Salman Khan, sporting a clean-shaven look, came to a mall here to promote his upcoming police drama Dabangg

Getting Indian visa as difficult as American: Shafqat Amanat Ali (With Images)

Getting an Indian visa has become as tough as getting an American one, says popular Pakistani singer Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan, who was on a four-city tour of the country. But he maintains that films and music are the two strong bonds between India and Pakistan

Rohit Gandhi-Rahul Khanna showcase travellers collection

Models in crushed clothes strutted in a chilled-out, out-of-the-bed look on a ramp converted into a road as designer duo Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna showcased a collection inspired by travellers on the second day of the Van Heusen India Men's Week (VHIMW) Saturday.

Priyadarshan & Akshay Kumar enter a marital alliance

For a long time, filmmaker Priyadarshan and his favourite actor Akshay Kumar have shared a productive professional partnership going from Hera Pheri to Khatta Meetha even before we could say De Dana Dan. Recently, the alliance just got strengthened.

Salman orders 150 pizzas during shoot (Movie Snippets)

When Bollywood star Salman Khan went to the sets of Zee TV's Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar, he couldn't help but order his favourite Jain pizza from Haji Ali. But the actor went overboard and gave a bulk order of 150 pizzas.

SRK's 'good luck charm' touch for 'We Are Family'

Shah Rukh Khan would love to be part of every Karan Johar production in some way or the other. And he did exactly that when he turned up at a press meet with Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal to promote We Are Family as a good luck charm

Bhojpuri cinema edges its way to success

Under the big tree called Bollywood, the Bhojpuri film industry has been steadily taking root. While the mega Hindi film industry struggles to profit from its releases, its fledgling cousin has been growing steadily, doubling its output from 50 films four years ago to 100 films annually, and making money too.

I have kept my Rancho costume: Aamir

Aamir Khan has confessed he keeps the costumes of all the characters he plays in films, even the clapboards.

'Khichdi - The Movie' cast wants good luck from SRK

The cast of popular TV show Khichdi, which is now being made into a movie, is seeking the blessings of Shah Rukh Khan who made a successful transition from being a television actor to a Bollywood superstar.

I'm glad restaurants, soaps are named Santoor: Shiv Kumar Sharma (Interview)

The musical instrument santoor largely remained in the precincts of Jammu and Kashmir until instrumentalist Shiv Kumar Sharma gave his first public performance in 1955. And 55 years thereafter, he is proud that even soaps and restaurants are named after the instrument.

Shah Rukh, Gauri are D'Decor brand ambassadors

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has for the first time teamed up with wife Gauri Khan to endorse D'Décor, the world's third largest furnishing company, as its brand ambassadors.

India global hotspot for Michael Jackson downloads

Pop legend Michael Jackson is the most downloaded artist of all time on Ovi Music and Beat It is his most downloaded track across 36 countries. India accounts for 26 percent of all Jacko downloads.

One has doubts working with first-time directors: Kajol (Lead, Interview)

One of Bollywood's finest actresses, Kajol says she was not keen to do We Are Family because she was tired after My Name Is Khan Admitting that she also had doubts about first-time director Siddharth Malhotra, she believes the film had turned out altogether different from the original Stepmom

'Peepli Live' set to hit screens in Britain Sep 24

Aamir Khan's much talked about and highly successful production venture Peepli Live will be released in Britain Sep 24. And the actor-filmmaker plans to tour the country extensively to promote the satirical comedy that is breaking new ground.

One has doubts working with first-time directors: Kajol (Interview)

One of Bollywood's finest actresses, Kajol says she was not keen to do We Are Family because it had a first-time director. She also believes being a mother in real life made a difference to her body language in the film where she is shown to have three children.

Kareena enjoying 'great form' like Tendulkar: Arjun Rampal

Bollywood actor Arjun Rampal, who termed his co-star Kareena Kapoor as Bollywood's Sachin Tendulkar, Tuesday clarified he meant that she was in great form as the cricketer.

Bollywood's 'Don 2' to be shot in Germany

In a development which has elated Berlin tourism officials, a film starring Bollywood hero Shah Rukh Khan is to be shot on location in the German capital this autumn, officials said Tuesday.

Priyanka Chopra - quite a whip-wielding dictator in Brazil

Actress Priyanka Chopra is hardly a friendly host in Rio de Janeiro where the stunts for Colors' adventure reality show Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi are being shot.

T-Series acquires music rights of Kunal Kohli's next

Music label T-Series has acquired the audio rights of director Kunal Kohli's next starring Saif Ali Khan.

After 'Indian Idol', Rakesh Maini enthralls hometown Agra

He narrowly missed becoming Indian Idol but that hasn't dampened his spirits. The Agra boy gave a scintillating performance in this Taj city, much to the delight of his fans who had supported him during the singing reality show.

'24' bigger than my biggest work in India: Anil Kapoor (Interview) (With Images)

Anil Kapoor is going great guns. After the international acclaim following Slumdog Millionaire, the evergreen star is making his debut on international television with the final season of American series 24 He describes the action drama as bigger than the biggest he has done in India

Shoot with wife gives Shah Rukh jitters

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan can face 10 cameras at a time without feeling conscious, but says he is extremely nervous about a shoot with wife Gauri for a furniture brand.

John Abraham to play warrior in period film

John Abraham, so far seen in urban, contemporary themes, is all set to play a warrior in a lavish 18th century costume drama, which would give him his first chance to go back in time.

I'll not stop for anything or anybody: Deepika Padukone (Interview)

She is young and raring to go. Deepika Padukone says she is hardly content with what she does and even though she has managed seven films in her three-year-old Bollywood career, she wants a lot more.

Third iView film fest in New York high on Indian movies

The third iView Film Festival in New York, Sep 18-26, will be inundated with Bollywood movies and it will be opened with the US premiere of Onir's I Am

I am an Indian at heart: Shah Rukh

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan doesn't seem to shy away when it comes to expressing his sentiments for the nation.

Reliance launches three new English entertainment channels

The Reliance Broadcast Network Limited (RBNL), part of the Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group and CBS Studios International, has launched three new English entertainment channels at a function at the JW Marriot here.

Competition is fierce in music industry: Meiyang Chang

He has hosted reality shows, acted in the movies, but Indian Idol season 3 contestant Meiyang Chang never got a chance to work as a playback singer in the films. He says competition is so fierce in the music industry that even established singers are struggling to find work.

Deepika, Sonakshi moved to tears on reality show (Snippets)

Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone and Sonakshi Sinha were moved to tears on the sets of Star Plus' singing reality show Chhote Ustaad after listening to heartwarming songs.

As 'Fear Factor' host Priyanka has taken on a man's job: Anjana Sukhani

Anjana Sukhani, who participated in the first season of Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi, heaps lavish praise on Priyanka Chopra - the host of third instalment of the action adventure reality show. She says the actress will pull it off well and give a complex to men.

I don't want to return to TV for soaps: Shefali Shah

Versatile actress Shefali Shah, who was quite active on the small screen with soaps like Banegi Apni Baat, Kabhie Kabhie and Hasraatein, has no plans to do soaps, but says she wont mind participating in a talk show.

'Raajneeti' running houseful at a Fiji film fest

Prakash Jha's Raajneeti is running to packed houses at a retrospective of his films being held in Fiji and the Indian filmmaker is overwhelmed by the response to his political thriller.

Hope Rahul Gandhi becomes PM one day, says Deepika

Actress Deepika Padukone has praised Congress MP Rahul Gandhi as a classical role model for youth and hopes he leads the country as prime minister one day.

Preity Zinta to ring NASDAQ opening bell (Movie Snippets)

Bollywood actress Preity Zinta will ring the opening bell of the world's biggest stock exchange, NASDAQ, in New York Tuesday.

Big B spins charkha at Sabarmati Ashram

Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan walked barefoot and spun the charkha (spinning wheel) at Mahatma Gandhi's Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad where he is shooting for the second phase of advertisements for Gujarat Tourism.

Will you marry me? Delhi guy asks Deepika

It wasn't the perfect setting for a romantic proposal, but a young Delhi boy dared to pop the question to actress Deepika Padukone when she came to a mall here Tuesday to promote her film Lafangey Parindey

John promotes 'Jhoota Hi Sahi' through 'MTV Roadies'

John Abraham is upbeat about his forthcoming film Jhoota Hi Sahi and he'll be promoting it through popular online reality show MTV Roadies Battleground 3-Highway To Hell, which even has a helpline named after the actor's character in the movie.

I've a special connect with police: Salman Khan (Interview)

Bollywood hunk Salman Khan, who is once again playing a cop in his brother Arbaaz Khan's debut production Dabangg says he has a special connect with police as his grandfather was a police officer and, of course, due to his own run-ins with the law.

I'll make singing comeback for son Neil: Nitin Mukesh

Singer Nitin Mukesh hasn't sung Bollywood songs for quite a while now but says he wouldn't mind making a comeback for his actor-son Neil Nitin Mukesh.

I need a younger person than Akshay Kumar: Sajid Khan

After teaming up with superstar friend Akshay Kumar in the hits Heyy Babyy and Housefull, Bollywood director Sajid Khan now plans to move on to another, younger face for his next.

Raj Thackeray meets Marathi filmmakers

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray Monday met Marathi producers and directors and urged them to attempt new and different kinds of subjects to bring back Marathi audiences to the cinema halls.

Chak De girl Aliya Bose in 'Ashayein' (Movie Snippets)

Actress Anahita Nair, popularly known as Aliya Bose of 2007 film Chak De India, will now be seen in Nagesh Kukunoor's Aashayein

Superheroes are bad role models for kids

Modern superheroes portrayed on silver screen preach violence and revenge as a way of life and thus prove to be bad role models for children, a group of US psychologists have found.

Rahman asked to tweak CWG theme song

Oscar winner A.R. Rahman is ready with the Commonwealth Games theme song but the Group of Ministers (GoM) on the Games has asked the composer to tweak it before the opening ceremony.

Abhishek plays freedom fighter in 'Khelein Hun Jee Jaan Se' (Movie Snippets)

After pretending to be a g in Dostana and playing an outlaw in Raavan, Abhishek Bachchan will be seen as freedom fighter Surjya Sen in Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey

'Robo' comparable to 'Sholay': Rajnikant

Southern superstar Rajnikant, who leaves audiences in awe with his implausible stunts and unique styles, says his forthcoming sci-fi movie Robot is the first Indian film of its type and that every aspect of it is comparable to cult Hindi movie Sholay

NID students showcase futuristic designs at jewellery week

Students of the National Institute of Design (NID), the only institute participating in the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW), presented a unique and futuristic jewellery collection which left the spectators enthralled on the inaugural day Sunday.

'Indian Idol' finalist Bhoomi is Radio Mirchi's new RJ

Baroda-based Bhoomi Trivedi, who is among three finalists on Indian Idol 5, has been chosen as the new radio jockey of Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM, it was announced at the grand finale of the music reality show here Sunday.

Sreeram wins 'Indian Idol 5'

Hyderabad-based Sreeram Chandra has won the fifth season of music reality show Indian Idol 5 and was awarded by megastar Amitabh Bachchan.

Big B goes 'shava shava' on 'Indian Idol 5' finale

He came, danced, cheered and even played a fun round of his upcoming quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati 4 - Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, also fondly called Big B, made the finale of popular music reality show Indian Idol 5 even bigger with his presence.

Delhi is talking world cinema, thanks to film clubs

No longer are Breathless, Rashomon and Amores Perros the preserve of the well-heeled at Delhi's arty evenings. Critically acclaimed international films like these have struck a chord among non-elite audiences thanks to small groups fighting for serious cinema

Acting is cool, but hosting is so much fun: Mona Singh

Actress Mona Singh, who played a cameo role in Aamir Khan-starrer blockbuster 3 Idiots, likes to act in films but says she enjoys hosting shows on TV.

'Indian Idol' finalists headed for Bollywood

They came starry eyed from humble backgrounds. But today Sreeram Chandra, Rakesh Maini and Bhoomi Trivedi -- the three Indian Idol 5 finalists -- have set their eyes straight on Bollywood and are ready to rock the industry.

Deepika to walk ramp for Farah Khan Ali at jewellery week

Model-turned-Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone will be the showstopper for popular jewellery designer Farah Khan Ali at the inaugural India International Jewellery Week (IIJW), starting in Mumbai Sunday.

Fox Star to release big screen version of TV series 'Khichdi'

Fox Star Studios is all set to release Khichdi - The Movie, a big screen adaptation of the popular television series Khichdi Oct 1. It is perhaps the first time in India that a TV show has been turned into a movie.

I want to see Sonam's film: Shahid Kapoor

Shahid Kapoor, who is back in the city after a hectic schedule in Scotland for mausam wants to catch his co-star Sonam Kapoor's Hate Luv Storys

Man with 32 wives inspires Nepal film

An 86-year-old former soldier, who married 32 times, has inspired the current commercial hit Kanyadan in Nepal with his 31st wife's son making it and acting in it as well

Shah Rukh finds a place at New York Madame Tussauds (With Images)

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has found a pride of place among the wax figures of the famous at the famed Madame Tussauds wax attraction at the Times Square here.

Cloudburst flattened the Leh of my memories: Priyanka Chopra

When a cloudburst wreaked havoc in Leh last week, actress Priyanka Chopra watched with alarm for news of a stupa and a market where she had played as a child. And sure enough, they too were gone. Now the top Bollywood actress is reaching out to people in the region in all possible ways.

New York street fashion enters India with Eucko Unltd

Loose jeans, jackets, bandanas with tattoo prints - the street smart fashion of New York will now be seen in country with the launch of international brand Eucko Unltd in the capital.

Slow advance bookings, but high expectations from 'Peepli Live'

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan's production Peepli Live which has created an unprecedented buzz despite being a non-commercial movie, has got a mixed start at the ticket windows in terms of advance bookings both in metros and small centres.

Winfrey highest paid TV host

Talk show queen Oprah Winfrey has topped the list of the highest paid talk show hosts in the US with earnings of a staggering $443 million a year.

Joy of producing a play is unlimited: Vipul Shah (Interview)

Filmmaker Vipul Shah, who has returned to theatre after a gap of 14 years with Bas Itna Sa Khwab, says the joy of producing a play is unparalleled.

'Peepli Live' recovers cost even before release

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan's Peepli Live which will perhaps be the first non-commercial Hindi film to hit over 600 screens when it releases Friday, has already recovered its investment by selling its satellite rights for Rs. 100 million.

'We Are Family' homage to both Soorajji and Karan: Siddharth Malhotra

Siddharth Malhotra's We Are Family is ready to hit the screens and the young director says his directorial debut is a homage to his two favourite directors - Sooraj Barjatya and Karan Johar.

Manish Malhotra skips Men's Week for 'Rockstar'

Manish Malhotra, designer to Bollywood stars, has pulled out from the Van Heusen India Men's Week to be held in New Delhi Aug 27-29 as he is busy styling director Imtiaz Ali's forthcoming film Rockstar in Prague

Mandira Bedi to endorse lingerie brand (With Images)

After acting in TV serials and films, hosting shows, and playing cricket presenter, Mandira Bedi is now all set to endorse lingerie brand Bodycare.

All's well between Pradeep Sarkar and Vidya Balan

Director Pradeep Sarkar being the mentor of actress Vidya Balan didn't take it too lightly when she turned him down for the role Rani Mukherji played in Laaga Chunari Mein Daag - Journey of a Woman

Aamir is 'Mr.Midas touch', says Salman

Bollywood star Salman Khan is so impressed with Aamir Khan after watching Peepli Live that he has given him the title of Mr.Midas touch

Ajay Devgn yearns for a break (Movie Snippets)

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgan, who is eagerly awaiting the birth of his second child with actress wife Kajol, is yearning for a break.

Shah Rukh Khan to appear in wax at Times Square

Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan will join the wax figures of the famous at the famed Madame Tussauds at Times Square here Thursday amid a performance by Bollywood dancers.

I'm judging 10th reality show on TV: Farah Khan

Bollywood choreographer-director Farah Khan says Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega is the 10th reality show she is judging and reveals it was her brother, comedian-director Sajid Khan, who made her comfortable on TV by taking her along for interviews and shows.

Aamir receives postcards from 500 villages named Peepli

Actor-producer Aamir Khan has received 'thank you' letters from over 500 villages named Peepli in the country for making their hamlet famous with his forthcoming production Peepli Live

Will Salman's tweet magic work for 'Dabangg'?

Paul, the Octopus created a worldwide stir with his accurate predictions for the World Cup matches. In Bollywood, Salman Khan is building up a reputation for perfect prophecies about a movie's fate on the social networking site Twitter .

Priyanka Chopra to be India's green ambassador

Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra has agreed to be the national green ambassador to initiate eco-friendly campaigns in India, Environment and Forests Minister Jairam Ramesh announced Monday.

Come October, and Bollywood icons will invade small screen

The festive season in October is usually a time when Bollywood bigwigs fight it out at the box office. But this year will be different, as no less than Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan will have television as their battleground.

Independent India's history captured in Bollywood songs

The songs of Bollywood - from Aao bachchon tumhe dikhayen to Kajra re - best portray India's journey since independence to the present day when it is fast emerging as a major power, says a Paris-based historian-filmmaker.

PM releases Ustad Amjad Ali Khan's new album

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday released Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan's new album Sarod symphony

TV most challenging format: Amitabh

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is all set to host the fourth season of the popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) on Sony, says the small screen is not only the most challenging format, it is a lot tougher as well

Karan Johar restless, itching to direct again (Movie Snippets)

Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar is itching to go behind the camera once again. The director in me is restless and wants to break free... can't wait to be back on set and yell 'Action'... my job is truly my best friend, Johar posted on his Twitter page.

Bollywood choreographer to start dance school in Malaysia

Indian actress Tabu is among the Bollywood stars who are here to promote choreographer Saroj Khan's dance academy that will open the doors to Malaysian students in September.

'Peepli Live' a satire on urban-rural divide (IANS Preview)

Already doing the rounds of different international film festivals Peepli Live, which releases Friday, explores the gap between rural and urban India. The movie has generated the right buzz courtesy its storyline and producer Aamir Khan's promotional expertise.