Tuesday 4 December 2012
Manisha Koirala Diagnosed With ovarian cancer
Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala, famously remembered for her roles in 1942: A Love Story and Khamoshi, has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer.Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala, famously remembered for her roles in 1942: A Love Story and Khamoshi, has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
The 42-year-old reportedly fell unconscious, leading to her hospitalisation at Jaslok Hospital.Recently, the actress, who was in Kathmandu redoing her house, had also suffered a bout of food poisoning.
According to reports, she was unwell for the last few days and had mentioned it on a social networking platform. After this she fell unconscious and was immediately flown to Mumbai with her mother for further check-ups.
When asked about her diagnosis, a reliable source confirmed the news saying, “Manisha has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and is undergoing treatment at Jaslok Hospital. Her family is by her side.”
Commenting on Manisha’s condition, Krishnakant Dasyam, Jaslok Hospital PRO, said, “All these reports are merely speculation. Her check-up is still not complete and her tests are being carried out. She is fine and is undergoing treatment. There has been no diagnosis as such.”
On being asked what tests had been carried out, he said, “We can’t reveal what tests are being conducted as the patient has requested us to maintain confidentiality.”
Manisha made her debut in 1991 in Saudagar and recently made her comeback in Ram Gopal Varma’s Bhoot Returns.
Kareena Kapoor's absence at aamir khan's party raised eyebrows
After skipping the premiere of their new film 'Talaash', Kareena Kapoor's absence at Aamir Khan's party raised eyebrows
Tongues had started wagging when Kareena Kapoor failed to turn up at the premiere of her latest film on Thursday night. It was left to her co-stars Aamir Khan and Rani Mukerji to welcome guests at the event.
Apparently the actress did another no-show at Aamir’s house party on Friday night, which was organised for the film’s cast and the crew.
Kareena had apparently decided to miss the premiere to be able to attend the shoot of Salman Khan’s reality show as reported in ‘Sallu gets top priority’ (HitList, December 1). The actress had also been under the weather. However, everyone was surprised when she failed to show up at Aamir’s party.A source says, “Aamir threw an impromptu party at his residence to celebrate the successful opening of his film. While the entire cast and crew were present, Kareena was yet again absent from the party.”
A member of the crew informs, “Following Thursday night’s special show, everyone from the unit celebrated at a Bandra five star till 8 in the morning. Friday evening onwards, members of the unit started arriving at Aamir’s house to wish him on the positive response that the film was getting. That’s when Aamir decided to have an impromptu party.”
According to sources, Rani, Farhan and Zoya Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, Raju Hirani and Prasoon Joshi were among those who attended. The source adds, “Bebo was scheduled to come but didn’t turn up. No one knows why.”
Source : Mid-day.com
I would provide Red and white wine at my gymnasiums : John Abraham
A source informs, “John thinks that should be vital to not only work out but additionally look at what exactly is plugging into your stomach.
His own bars will not just provide health drinks but it will additionally provide red as well as white wine.
It has been found that wine enhances the body’s defence system, gives strength to bones as well as manages blood sugar issues.”
It is said that the actor would personally search into every client’s intake of liquids at the bar.
Sunday 2 December 2012
Akshay Kumar Turns Producer
Akshay also stated that he has his roots in Punjab as his father belongs to Amritsar. The actor has assigned noted comedian Gurpreet Singh 'Ghuggi' the duty to take ahead this project of making a Punjabi film, which rolls next year. The film is titled "Paaji In Trouble", and it will be a comedy film, whose shooting will begin soon. Akshay Kumar, Asin and Claudia (German actress) in their true style performed on the sound track of Akshay''s upcoming film Khiladi 786.
Hrithik Roshan To Attend 25 Feet Toll Playstation Event
Adds the source, `Hrithik has a collection inspired by him and he is referred to as the captain of the team extreme - considering that despite by being plagued with injuries and the rough and tumble of doing action sequences in his films, he keeps it going.`
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com
Neha Dhupia Ipad Stolen in Ahmedabad
While leaving for Ahmedabad from Mumbai, Neha was feeling unwell as she had a toothache and the robbery only made her feel worse. Her representative has been in constant touch with the cops over the issue.Meanwhile Neha had to leave for Bali on Wednesday so she's keeping tabs on the case from there. She's hoping the cops find the culprit as the person might misuse her personal data.
Neha Dhupia's iPad got stolen in Ahmedabad earlier this week. The actress was in Gujarat on Monday to attend a luxury car showroom event opening. While going about the proceedings and addressing the audience, she had kept it with her manager. But due to the large milling crowd, someone flicked it and disappeared in the rush.
Says a source, `A lot of people had gathered around when they realised Neha was to be present. Someone seems to have taken advantage of the situation and picked it up.`
Adds the source, `As soon as Neha realised it, she panicked as it had all her bank information. Her online banking details were configured on it. There were also plenty of personal pictures, her date diary and contact list. A frantic search was immediately launched but due to the huge crowd it was difficult to trace the culprit.
Salman Is In My Top Priority List : Kareena Kapoor
A source says, `It's like Kareena chose Salman's film over her own. She had promised Sallu that she would be present for his show. She kept her promise.`So it was left to Aamir and his other co-star Rani Mukerji to welcome guests at the show.
However, to everyone's surprise, one of the two leading ladies of the film - Kareena Kapoor - was missing from the scene.At the premiere of Aamir Khan's latest release, Bollywood bigwigs were in full attendance to wish the very best to the film's cast and crew.Another source adds, `Kareena had been busy promoting the film over the last couple of days in Delhi because of which she landed up with fever and a relapse of her throat infection.
But to keep her promise, she decided to skip the premiere and go home and rest for some time before leaving for Lonavala early morning.`
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com
Saturday 1 December 2012
Shahid Kapoor Enjoyed Playing Carrom With Crew
If sources are to be believed, Shahid is spending very little time inside his vanity van while waiting for his shots.
"After the pack up, Shahid doesn't immediately rush back home. He has made a carrom gang and he likes playing before he heads home," said the source.
He spends his time with the workers, and between his shots, he relaxes with them.
"He has become friends with the lightmen and the crew members on the set and is bonding over carrom with them. They also tell him about their lives and their problems," the source added."Phata Poster Nikla Hero" is a Rajkumar Santoshi film, and it features Ileana D'cruz opposite Shahid.
Shekhar Kapur Ties Up With Yash Raj Films
Talking about the association, Shekhar Kapur said, 'I have been preparing for this film for a long time, but always wanted an Indian partner that has the same passion for the film as I do and in Adi I have finally found that.
It's a huge production that demands futuristic sets and large action pieces. With Yash Raj Films, I have found a perfect home for Paan'.
The film is based in a future world where wars over water have broken out. Water is now owned by International Corporations who use thirst as a weapon of control. In one such future city, a young love story breaks all the rules and in the ensuing war, water flows back to its people.
The film will have a strong Indian and Western star cast, headed by a young leading actor from India and a young leading actress from the west.
The film, Produced by Aditya Chopra and Directed by Shekhar Kapur, will be shot in India and overseas. Music is by A R Rahman.
Paani goes on floor in mid-2013, a release said.
I Work to entertain India : Akshay Kumar
"Pressure comes as the film nears its release time. But after that if it doesn't work, I am on the next film. But I don't take a big hit too seriously also, because the next Friday you have to go in the same circle... you never know what will happen the next Friday. I just take it as it comes. I just work and entertain," Akshay said during an interaction.
Akshay made his Bollywood debut with 1991 film "Saugandh" and went on to aquire the tag of Khiladi Kumar for his inclination towards action. Over the years, the actor has however shifted his focus to comedies.
"After 'Khiladi 420', I stopped (doing action movies) because I got married. I just wanted to work on comedy, romance and everything. Being a father and a husband, a man has to settle down a little bit. Now my son has grown up, I want to go back to action," said the actor, who is married to actress Twinkle Khanna and has two kids - Aarav, 10 and daughter Nitara, who was born in September.
With "Rowdy Rathore", Akshay returned to his love for action and his new film "Khiladi 786" will see him in a similar avatar once again. Directed by Ashish R. Mohan, the film also features Asin Thottumkal. It releases Dec 7.
"It is a great thing to return to action. It is my love. I have been in this industry because of action. I have tournaments of action. I have my own personal gyms. Action is what I am. It's because of action that I am here," said the 45-year-old martial arts expert.
Over the years, the genre of action has been mixed with comedy and successfully presented to the audience through hit films like "Dabangg", "Ready" and "Rowdy Rathore".
Akshay says today's audience is eager to watch over-the-top action movies.
"Audience wants this from me. They want over-the-top action (movies). These are their demands and we have to try and give it to them. The films are made for everybody. Not only masses but classes also love this," he said.
He added that now the overseas audience wants to see one actor to be a master of all - whether it is action or comedy. The past formula of having a seperate comedian alongside an actor in a film is long gone.
"Only action doesn't work in overseas. But when you join it with comedy, it works. People want their actors to do comedy too. They don't want any comedians next to the actor. They want one solo hero and want to see everything in him," he said.
Dabangg 2 is Different from dabangg : Salman Khan
"It's not the same. We are not copying and giving you the same picture. It's a different film," the 47-year-old said here Friday.
"'Dabangg' was of a particular genre and now a similar genre film is coming out 'Dabangg 2'," he said on the sets of "Bigg Boss 6" where he launched the item song "Fevicol se" from his new film "Dabangg 2".
The song features Kareena Kapoor.
Earlier, the actor launched the promo of the new film.
Asked why he chose to promote "Dabangg 2" on "Bigg Boss", he said: "I am the host of 'Bigg Boss'. Wherever I get time and wherever the channel feels that 'Dabangg 2' promotions can be done, they do it."
Directed by Arbaaz Khan, "Dabangg 2" also features Sonakshi Sinha and is slated for a Dec 21 release.
Manisha Koirala Will Go US For Cancer Treatement
The 42-year-old, who was discharged from Jaslok Hospital where she was admitted for three days, will go with her family to the US. No further details are known.
"Given her condition, she is fine and we are hopeful she will come out of it," the source said, while refusing to give details citing patient-privacy privileges.
Manisha was taken to the hospital Nov 28 after she reportedly fell unconscious.
The actress hails from an influential family in Nepal. She made her debut with "Saudagar" in 1991 and recently made a comeback with Ram Gopal Varma's "Bhoot Returns".
Promotional Song Are Not Necessary : Paresh Rawal
"As far as promotions of the film is concerned, it is necessary. But as an actor I feel it is not required," the 62-year-old said here Friday on the location of the song.
"Since I am a part of the film, so I have to do it. No matter how much I try to stay away from it, I still have to do it. But I feel it's not important," he added.
Talking about the film, he said: "It's an emotional thriller and to call it a suspense would be wrong."Directed by Aditya Datt, "Table No. 21" also stars Rajeev Khandelwal and Tena Desae and will hit theatres Jan 4 next year.
I am Crossing My Fingers For Dabangg 2 : Sonakshi Sinha
"We have a lot of hopes from 'Dabangg 2'. The promos and songs of the film have garnered positive response so far and we are expecting a lot from this film," Sonakshi told IANS.
"I get nervous before the release of my each and every film. My fingers are crossed for 'Dabangg 2' and of course, we hope it will do a better business than 'Dabangg'," she added.
Sonakshi made her Bollywood debut with the 2010 film "Dabangg", which turned out to be a blockbuster.
Sonakshi's latest film "Son Of Sardaar' has also hit the Rs. 100 crore mark in India, and she says the feeling of a movie's commercial success is great.
"When a film does well at the box office, it is very good for the industry. I am grateful to the directors and producers who have cast me their films," added the 25-year-old. (IANS)
I am Happy I did Joker : Sonakshi Sinha
"I really don't regret performing 'Joker'. I agreed 'Joker' right after the results of 'Dabangg' therefore this was my 2nd movie. When it comes to a newbie just like myself to receive a good opportunity to act along with Akshay Kumar was really just like an frosting on the dessert," Sonakshi told IANS.
"Whereas I was filming for 'Joker', Akshay contacted me for 'Rowdy Rathore' and certainly that's just how elements fell in position. Therefore I am happy I did 'Joker'," she contributed.
The movie star is presently driving quite high on the success of "Son Of Sardaar", including Ajay Devgn as well as Sanjay Dutt.
Asked just how does she get down to actually selecting script, Sonakshi told, "I select films that demand to me. I could spend money as well as watch the movie only if I like it. For myself it should be entertainment."
In the mean time, Sonakshi's new movie "Dabangg 2" is just set for Dec twenty one launch. This is the sequel to her 2011 debut movie "Dabangg".
Do Aur Do Paanch Remake Will Be Directed by Anil Devgan
The primary remake of Do Aur Do Paanch would be directed by Anil Devgan. The casting of stars is still to be finalized. The producers is also intend to buy the rights to operate the original title track of 'Do Aur Do Paanch' that was composed by Rajesh Roshan.
Jab Tak Hai Jaan Movie Review
By: Faisal Saif
Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Katrina Kaif, Anushka Sharma, Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Singh, Anupam Kher
Director: (Late) Yash Chopra
Ratings: * * * *
Jab Tak Hai Jaan is the film from the man who taught the country how to Romance and fall in Love. Yash Chopra, The 'Legend' who recently left the world said Jab Tak Hai Jaan would be his last film as a Director and wished his film would be a great HIT. Maybe God was in the good mood that time, God granted his last words as the last wish and brought him to heaven to make films for the Almighty.
From the film, Shah Rukh Khan also proved that he 'Is' still the 'Baadshah' of Romance and Love. Shah Rukh was absolutely right in one of his Interviews, Jab Tak Hai Jaan is not just a Film for him, It is much more.
Samar Anand (Shah Rukh Khan), assigned with the Bomb Defusing Squad of the Indian Army is a man who flirts with death at every step of his life. He has successfully cut short the lives of ninety-seven bombs and is on his ninety-eighth one when the film begins.
There is Akira Rai (Anushka Sharma) a twenty-one year old intern and is dying to get placed with the Discovery Channel. The girl dives headlong into the freezing cold waters of a crystal-blue lake with Major Anand sitting on the banks.
She passes out in the water and a nonchalant Samar saves her, makes her wear his jacket and rides off on his Motor Bike. Once in the room, off falls Samar Anand's diary from one of the pockets of his jacket on to Akira's hands and the girl is transported back in time into the life of a twenty-five year old Samar.
Samar there, loves Meera (Katrina Kaif). A girl who hates 'brown, boring' Indians and dreams that someday she will get married off to some English 'Gora'.
But destiny has other plans for her and by a complicated turn of events that involves Meera learning music from Samar, both fall in love with each other. Meera's already had her `arrangement` - engagement, in Samar's words. A series of promises to Jesus, Samar goes off to the Indian Army.
Shah Rukh Khan's performance can make many more smitten by him. The arms-outstretched pose, Khan knows how to make his ladies fall for him. The world will start falling in love with him again. King Khan is back.
The another 'Best' and 'Amazing' performance is by Anushka Sharma. This girl will surely play with your hearts by her Charm and Smile. Katrina Kaif does full justice to her part. She is very much convincing.
Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh with their extended cameo are Brilliant. Watch the scene where Katrina meet's up with Neetu Singh. This scene will surely give tears in your eyes.
Yash Chopra before leaving the world once again proved that he is a 'Legend'. Only he can make 'Romance' come alive on the Indian Screen, Only Yash Chopra could have made those mesmerizing locales of Pehalgam and Ladakh come alive on celluloid.
Full marks to (Late) Yash Chopra and his execution over Jab Tak Hai Jaan. Musically, A.R.Rahman is just Mind-Blowing. All of his songs from JTHJ will be remembered.
There's another unsung Hero of the film, Anil Mehta's camera-work, Which leaves you speechless with the most beautiful locations captured in a most unique way.
The film will be remembered.. The performances will be remembered.. Yash Chopra will be remembered.. Jab Tak Hai Jaan will be remembered... Jab Tak Hai Jaan!!!
Talash Movie Review
By Ankur Karan Singh
Star Cast : Aamir Khan, Rani Mukherjee, Kareena Kapoor, Nawazuddin Sidhiqui
Direction: Reema Kagti
Dialogues: Farhaan Akhtar
Story: Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti
Duration: 2 Hrs 19 Min
Rating * * * *
Undoubtedly, Aamir is one such acting titan of of Bollywood who is known for challenging the rules of conventional cinema. This time Mr Perfectionist has returned to BO with his much talked about suspense thriller, Talaash starring Rani Mukherjee, Kareena Kapoor, Nawazudin Sidhiqui and Jineet Rath.
This much awaited suspense cine tale of Aamir opened with an average occupancy of 70% at the multiplexes ( why not after all it's Mr Perfectionist prevailing legacy that precedes his movie releases).
Another key traits which precedes Aamir's style of cinematography is uniqueness of his cine concepts and his novel promotional strategies. Be it 3 Idiots or Taare Zameen Par, every time Aamir has succeeded in setting up a remarkable benchmarks, but contrary to his signature style of promotion this time he created a very conspicuous suspense around the promotions of his suspense drama, Talaash by maintaining an extremely low key affair.
Before proceeding further with the dissection of movie, let me brush aside all the rumors which stated that, Talaash is suspense thriller similar to Kahaani or is an inspired suspense slice which has borrowed its premise from a novella called "Act Of Providence". Talaash has got a thoroughly original premise drafted by Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti.
Synopsis:
Talaash is a suspense thriller with its roots embedded in the the gray lanes of Mumbai, where a cine star dies in a car crash, subsequently leading to the stepping of an investigative officer who himself is trying to maintain an equilibrium between his personal and professional world and how he comes across a a spectrum of situations, where a hooker helps him in getting the murder mystery resolved.
Story:
Talaash takes-off with the accident of cine star Armaan Kapoor (Vivan Bhatena), whose car nose dives into sea on the Sea face road of Mumbai, subsequently leading to the stepping in of Inspector Surjan Shekhawat ( Aamir Khan) for investigating the case.
As the tale proceeds, Shekhawat finds a murky case of blackmailing which may have a connection with the accident. The case turns into a life altering chase for Inspector Shekhawat, when he is forced to reel under the repercussions of a disturbed married life with his wife Roshni (Rani Mukherji) and come face to face with his suppressed grief (of loosing his son).
While being on his investigative quest, Inspector Shekhawat has a rendezvous with a hooker Rosy (Kareena Kapoor), who further adds shades of mystery to this ongoing puzzle.
With the moving ahead of investigation, things start getting complicated as investigations show many anomalies stringed to the death of the Armaan Kapoor. While investigating the case Inspector Shekhawat has a tryst with Temur (NawazuddinSiddiqui) a small time pimp who further adds to the complexity of investigation.
So did Inspector Shekhawat succeeds in revealing the mystery behind accident and manages to free himself from the demons of his past and what happens to Rosy, to find watch Talaash.
Script:
When the buzz pertaining to Talaash made it news arena, at the same time arena also got flooded with the gossip about its being a rip off of a novella called "Act Of Providence", the latest rumor that crowded the gossip aisles stated that Talaash has got a plot somewhat similar to that of Vidya Balan starrer suspense thriller Kahaani. But believe me none of the three tales share similar ground.
As far as story of Talaash is concerned then it unquestionably is one such absorbing tale which keeps you captivated through out the run time of the movie. From the very first frame it's the curiosity that takes you to a thrilling ride for next two hours. And the best feature that makes Talaash a marvelous tale is its outstanding showcasing of conspicuous secret without leaving any space for predictability.
Be it professional world of a cop or his crevice ridden personal life, everything in the movie is knitted in such an adroit manner, that it nowhere compels you to get divorced from the onscreen proceedings. The onscreen offerings of Talaash is so much attention-grabbing that it makes viewer a participant of sorts.
Whereas on rhetoric front Talassh once has got an edge, with transfixing dialogues of Farhaan Akhtar, which never get inflated to showcase the protagonists in larger than life shades.
Screenplay:
I guess nobody will have any apprehensions about the fact that when it's Mr Perfectionist Aamir on the celluloid, then everything is bound to be perfect. From the very first sequence where a luxury sedan is furiously tossed and swallowed within no time by the magnificent waters, the stupendous screenplay of the movie takes off.
In the subsequent frames things keep on getting even better. One thing which can be quoted with a firm backing is that through out the run time of the movie, Kagti has thoroughly succeeded in keeping every minutest details under the tab. From suspense inducing sequence to, nervousness and emotional unease of the protagonists, every minutest detail has got a thorough detailing attached to it.
In nutshell the marvelously fine production design and pictuarisation of Talaash is so absorbing that you don't afford to take off your gaze from the celluloid even for a moment.
Though it will be wrong to say that Talaash has got tons of on-the-edge of the seat moments, but inspite of that the dexterity with which every situation and sequence of the movie has been shot keeps on enveloping you with its thrill coefficient.
In all Reema Kagti keeps a consistent direction throughout the film, and succeeds in giving viewers a feel of assimilation with the onscreen tale. Super fine cinematography of KU Mohanan is another glittering gem in the casket of Talaash, which lends a magnificent look throughout the run time of the movie with the colours, focus and the weirdest locales of southern Mumbai.
Music and Background Score:
Despite the absence of those foot thumping numbers, music of Ram Sampath is a soothing aural delight which thoroughly compliments the theme of the movie. Tracks like Jee Ley Zara and Jiya Laage Naa very well animates the emotion of the protagonists and gets inculcated in your conscious with in no time.
Performances:
By his impeccable acting dexterity as a troubled cop-father Surjan Shekhawat, Aamir Khan has once again proved that why he is called as Mr Perfectionist of tinsel town.
As a troubled father who is captivated within the confines of thoughts and keeps on regretting about the things that he could have done to save his son , Aamir showcases the sorrow of guilty conscious father with utmost dexterity.
Besides Aamir, Rani too have succeeded in leaving a thorough impact as a sorrow ridden mother and has very well carried the role of Aamir's wife. As usual Kareena has looked classy and has very comfortably slipped under the skin of mysterious hooker Rosy.
However, in supporting cast, Nawazuddin Siddiqui manages to grab the attention of the fans in the shoes of Temur and manages to charm you with his giddy yet impressive facets. In nut shell entire supporting cast of Talaash has very well complemented the performances of leading protagonists to toss out a captivating mystery saga.
BO Potential:
As far as BO Potential of Talaash is concerned then it's the legacy of Aamir which will surely pull the masses to the theatres. Where as on the commercial front the movie is expected to gross good amount on the BO but may fall short of the previous BO benchmarks set by Aamir.
Verdict:
To sum up Talaash is a captivating suspense thriller, which despite showcasing a conspicuous secrets keeps your attention glued to the screen and subsequently present you with a beyond expectation climax.
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