For Ajay Devgan the New Year brought with it a great beginning. With Halla Bol already a declared hit and Sunday all set for release, Ajay couldn’t have asked for a better start of 2008. However, along with the bouquets came the brickbats. Reports are that Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan and Saif Ali Khan have raised objection over a couple of scenes which seemed like an obvious mockery of the superstars.
The usually silent and brooding Ajay however denies these allegations. He says, “I think it (the alleged rumour) is ridiculous. Some people from the media want to create a rift amongst us by spreading these rumours. I don’t know who it is. You would know better. So you can ask the people who are offended.”
Known for a fairly spotless track record as a Bollywood actor, probably the only other time Ajay got embroiled in a controversy was when he got into a cold war with SRK. However, with time their differences came to an end.
Take a look at this video to hear it from the actor himself, his take on Halla Bol, Sunday, Bollywood camps and more.
Sunday, January 20, 2008
One hero, three heroines?
It looks like Akshay Kumar has become Sajid Khan’s first choice. After starring in Sajid’s directorial debut, Heyy Babyy, Akshay has been signed on for the director’s next film, too. The movie will have three heroines, each with a significant role. There are reports that Vidya Balan and Deepika Padukone have nearly sealed the deal. We also hear Bipasha Basu and Sonam Kapoor are being considered.
However, it is likely that Bipasha will reject the role (if offered) because of Vidya Balan. Apparently, recent rumours of an affair between Vidya and Bips’ boyfriend John Abraham had upset her. So, it looks like Sonam Kapoor might eventually take the third spot.
The film is currently in the scripting stage and is expected to be a big budget movie, with shooting taking place at several locations abroad. Now, after the success of Heyy Babyy, which had three heroes and one heroine, let’s see how successful Sajid’s new movie is, with its inverted formula!
However, it is likely that Bipasha will reject the role (if offered) because of Vidya Balan. Apparently, recent rumours of an affair between Vidya and Bips’ boyfriend John Abraham had upset her. So, it looks like Sonam Kapoor might eventually take the third spot.
The film is currently in the scripting stage and is expected to be a big budget movie, with shooting taking place at several locations abroad. Now, after the success of Heyy Babyy, which had three heroes and one heroine, let’s see how successful Sajid’s new movie is, with its inverted formula!
Aishwarya dons yet another ‘Taj’
Ex-Miss World Aishwarya Rai Bachchan just doesn’t seem to tire herself of doing historical epic films. After signing Ashutosh Gowarikar’s Jodhaa Akbar and Ben Kingsley’s Taj Mahal, Ash is all set to star in yet another film on the Taj Mahal.
While in Ben Kingsley’s Taj Mahal Ash will play the role of Mumtaz Mahal, in Michael Radford’s Taj she’ll play the role of Salim’s wife Mandi. This fact just fuels the rumours that the Bachchan bahu no longer intends to play bold characters or do intimate scenes in films. The demure Ash has quite a subtle role in Sarkar Raj while in Jodhaa Akbar she plays the role of simple Rajput princess.
Does this mean that we’ll get to see less of Aishwarya on the big screen, considering most of the historical epics have already been taken by other stars?
While in Ben Kingsley’s Taj Mahal Ash will play the role of Mumtaz Mahal, in Michael Radford’s Taj she’ll play the role of Salim’s wife Mandi. This fact just fuels the rumours that the Bachchan bahu no longer intends to play bold characters or do intimate scenes in films. The demure Ash has quite a subtle role in Sarkar Raj while in Jodhaa Akbar she plays the role of simple Rajput princess.
Does this mean that we’ll get to see less of Aishwarya on the big screen, considering most of the historical epics have already been taken by other stars?
Akshay Kumar back to stunts::>
Akshay Kumar burst into Bollywood as an action hero at the start of his career. Gradually, that image was relegated to the backburner as his popularity as a comic star grew. But now, it’s “action time” once again for this Khiladi.
Kambakht Ishq, the upcoming Akshay-Kareena starrer, is choc-a-bloc with action. Akshay plays an NRI stuntman in the movie and is all set to push us to the edge of our seats with his wild stunts and martial art moves. To tone his body for this demanding role, the actor has been spending considerable time in the gym. Moreover, an international trainer and a stunt master have been hired to train the actor.
The film will be produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and will also star Kareena Kapoor, who plays a model. Shooting will begin in April and will take place in several Hollywood studios in Los Angeles.
Kambakht Ishq, the upcoming Akshay-Kareena starrer, is choc-a-bloc with action. Akshay plays an NRI stuntman in the movie and is all set to push us to the edge of our seats with his wild stunts and martial art moves. To tone his body for this demanding role, the actor has been spending considerable time in the gym. Moreover, an international trainer and a stunt master have been hired to train the actor.
The film will be produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and will also star Kareena Kapoor, who plays a model. Shooting will begin in April and will take place in several Hollywood studios in Los Angeles.
Bollywood focus: Ayesha Takia
Ayesha Takia was born and raised in Mumbai. Her father is a Gujarati and her mother is half British and half Maharashtiran. No wonder then that she grew up speaking English at home.
Ayesha Takia was born and raised in Mumbai. Her father is a Gujarati and her mother is half British and half Maharashtiran. No wonder then that she grew up speaking English at home.
Modeling since the age of four, Ayesha first appeared in a music video of Phalguni Pathak. Later on, she was noticed in the loaded-with-oomph-video titled ‘Shake It Daddy’. Not only did she garner the public’s attention but also bagged her first film.
Ayesha made her debut in Bollywood with Taarzan: The Wonder Car. She went on to do Socha Na Tha which was a debut vehicle for the Deol lad, Abhay. Both the films didn’t do very well at the box-office.
Later, she did quite a few films and none of them were worth a mention. Then came Dor, a smaller budget film in which she plays the role of a young widowed Rajasthani woman living in a traditional joint family. She went on to win a Zee Cine Critics Award for Best Actress for her performance.
In a a poll conducted by Zoom, an Indian TV channel, Ayesha featured as one of the 50 most desirable women of India. This vivacious lady has been dating restaurateur, Farhan Azmi since quite some time, though they have no intenntions of getting married any time soon.
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Bollywood focus: Arjun Rampal
Arjun Rampal, son of Gwen and Amarjeet Rampal, was first spotted by designer Rohit Bal in a disco. His modeling career took of from there.
Arjun Rampal, son of Gwen and Amarjeet Rampal, was first spotted by designer Rohit Bal in a disco. His modeling career took of from there. His debut movie - Moksha was released in 2001 and was directed by Ashok Mehta. However, this film was released after his second film, Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat, in which he appeared with Sunil Shetty and Aftab Shivdasani. Although both films did not perform at the box office his performances in both films was lauded by critics. In 2002, he won the Award of the International Indian Film Academy for Face of the Year.
Since his debut, he has worked in a series of films, successful and some unsuccessful. He has also appeared in the Temptations 2004 concert with stars Shahrukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Saif Ali Khan, Preity Zinta, and Priyanka Chopra.
Recently, he produced and acted in film I See You (2006). He released it with his own production company Chasing Ganesha Films. His wife, Mehr Jesia, was the co-producer.
This man, who set the ramp on fire, got married, to Ex Miss-India Mehr Jesia. They have two daughters, Mahikaa and Myra.
Arjun Rampal, son of Gwen and Amarjeet Rampal, was first spotted by designer Rohit Bal in a disco. His modeling career took of from there. His debut movie - Moksha was released in 2001 and was directed by Ashok Mehta. However, this film was released after his second film, Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat, in which he appeared with Sunil Shetty and Aftab Shivdasani. Although both films did not perform at the box office his performances in both films was lauded by critics. In 2002, he won the Award of the International Indian Film Academy for Face of the Year.
Since his debut, he has worked in a series of films, successful and some unsuccessful. He has also appeared in the Temptations 2004 concert with stars Shahrukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Saif Ali Khan, Preity Zinta, and Priyanka Chopra.
Recently, he produced and acted in film I See You (2006). He released it with his own production company Chasing Ganesha Films. His wife, Mehr Jesia, was the co-producer.
This man, who set the ramp on fire, got married, to Ex Miss-India Mehr Jesia. They have two daughters, Mahikaa and Myra.
SRK overtakes the Undertaker
The Undertaker can go and eat cake! And the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) can consider infringement of copyright on the exclusive look of menace of its star entertainer. But Shah Rukh Khan will not be put off. If this is how King Khan wants to look in his new avtaar, then who’s going to stop him?
Yes, take a peek at SRK today. Isn’t he a piece of bad news? Would you like to come up against him in a dark alley? We wouldn’t. But, post Chak De! India, if the Bollywood Badshah worked on his new six-pack look for Om Shanti Om, then post OSO, this is how he looks. From the lover boy of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge to the mature hockey coach of Chak De to the latest muscular hero, SRK has made the transition with ease. And now this!
Though, like we said, the 6 feet 7 inches bruiser who provides the chills and spills of the WWE ring is not going to be very amused. As it is, his massive body took quite a trouncing some years ago from Akshay Kumar for Khiladi No 1. And now this beating his image is bound to suffer with SRK getting into the act of heavy breathing, deadly silence and murder in the eyes. Tsk, tsk, maybe it’s really time for the Undertaker to Rest In Peace!
Yes, take a peek at SRK today. Isn’t he a piece of bad news? Would you like to come up against him in a dark alley? We wouldn’t. But, post Chak De! India, if the Bollywood Badshah worked on his new six-pack look for Om Shanti Om, then post OSO, this is how he looks. From the lover boy of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge to the mature hockey coach of Chak De to the latest muscular hero, SRK has made the transition with ease. And now this!
Though, like we said, the 6 feet 7 inches bruiser who provides the chills and spills of the WWE ring is not going to be very amused. As it is, his massive body took quite a trouncing some years ago from Akshay Kumar for Khiladi No 1. And now this beating his image is bound to suffer with SRK getting into the act of heavy breathing, deadly silence and murder in the eyes. Tsk, tsk, maybe it’s really time for the Undertaker to Rest In Peace!
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