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Thursday, December 30, 2010
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan might sue Indian Elle for reportedly lightening her skin on its blanket

Priyanka Chopra & Kareena Kapoor talk together

The birdie was flapping her wings backstage when she saw PC go up to Bebo and say'Let's forget what has happened and begin anew'. And Bebo just gave her the famous Poo (Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Ghum) 'Whatever!' look and continued with what she was doing. Doesn't look like the Kapoor girl is in the mood to forget.
Shahrukh Khan act in Krrish 2

Buzz in the B-town is that Shahrukh Khan who is very close to the Roshans’ has been offered a role in Krissh 2 with shades of grey. Both of them were last seen together in Johar’s Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Ghum and both did item numbers in Krazzy 4.
Both stars will be supporting each other in coming back to limelight as Hrithik has had 2 box office failures Kites and Guzaarish and Shahrukh has been out of sight after an average My Name is Khan. One of the sources has reported that Shahrukh is currently shooting for Ra. one after which he will be available for this project. Deepika Padukone also reportedly has bagged the role in Krrish 2.
However Rakesh Roshan maintains that the star cast is yet to be finalized for the movie and he will be starting once he returns to India. The sequel to the super hero film will definitely decide the way Hrithik’s career is going to swing.
Katrina Kaif & Salman Khan in Big Boss 4

Katrina Kaif appearance in Bigg Boss season 4, which is hosted by Salman Khan, dismissed the breakup rumour. Katrina was accompanied by the director of the movie ‘Tees Maar Khan’ Farah Khan. Salman and Katrina danced on the rauchy item number Shiela ki Jawani and from the movie Tees Maar Khan. Salman even complemented Katrina that she looks more beautiful without makeup.
They looked absolutely comfortable with each other and indeed very much in love. Salman has also done a special appearance in a song 'Vallah Vallah' for the movie Tees Maar Khan. The final proof of their togetherness was that both blushed over a complement by Farah Khan, who said that they make an amazing couple ‘Kya jodi hain’.
Meanwhile, the couple is all set to welcome the new year 2011 together in Dubai. Salman Khan's family will also be present there with the super hot couple. The team of english.samaylive.com wishes many more years of togetherness to the couple.
Priyanka Chopra and Rani Mukherjee, the two Bollywood excellencies refused to perform on the choreography

On Dec 31, 10 pm, witness Rani Mukherjee and Priyanka Chopra’s outstanding performance at Big STAR Entertainment awards. ‘BIG STAR Entertainment Awards’ will be the year end extravaganza that will seek to identify and honour outstanding talent for their contribution to the four facets of entertainment viz. Movies, Music, Theatre and Sports. With an array of performances by the best and biggest names of the entertainment industry, it will felicitate luminaries from varied fields.
SRK says no to Priyanka

The director decided for it and so Priyanka opted out of the venture. Now, the director is in search of new face.However, no regrets for Priyanka as she already acted with Shahrukh in ‘Don’ and also pairing with him in ‘Don 2′ which is yet to be released. The plot of the movie is the story of a couple coming from two various states of India fell in love with each other and how they convince their parents for their marriage.
YRF makes way for newcomer

It will be headed by Aditya Chopra and will comprise of young filmmakers.The objective of this project is to make intelligent, small and medium budget films. Success of films like ‘Udaan’ and ‘Peepli Live’ has been an eye-opener of the industry, to an extent that YRF that always believed in making mega-budgeted films set abroad that too with celebrities, turned to set special department for this kind of movies.
Preity Zinta’s second innings as tv host

Preity Zinta was previously rumoured to host a cricket-based show on television during IPL but now the actress too will be seen hosting international level show. We hear she is going to be part of the show, which is version of the international format Guinness Book of World Records. It will have Indians taking on world record holders.
Kangana Ranaut stuck in New York city

“The directors are very troubled. Kangna loves the snow as it reminds her of Manali but she’s very tense and concerned too.They want her to extend her stay to make-up for the days that had been cancelled but she can’t as Kangana has to be in Scotland for crucial work.She doesn’t have dates till mid next year as she’s shooting for Dhamaal 2, Rascals and then this movie again.”Presently, Kangna is whiling away her time staying put in her hotel. “Not too long ago when she stepped out with her manager to watch Little Fockers at a theatre close by she got stuck in a crazy snow storm on her way back to the hotel, around 9.30 pm.
Her car got stuck. Fortunately, because of some nice New Yorkers, the car was pushed out of the deep snow.Kangna, together with 4 girls and another guy, pushed it out. Everybody is stressed and having meetings every day to figure out what their next step will be.”
Amitabha Bachchan gives his voice to Delhi Belly

Imran and Aamir have once again united after their last successful project ‘Jane Tu Ya Jane Na’. The trailer of much awaited ‘Delly Belly’ will break with ‘Dhobi Ghat’.Talking to a daily, a source said, “One may recall that Amitabh had lent his voice earlier to ‘Lagaan’. Few days back, Aamir and Kiran were seen visiting Amitabh.They were in a two hour meet and two days back, Amitabh dubbed in a suburban studio for ‘Delhi Belly’.
What is actually interesting about this development is that Aamir has written this piece that Amitabh dubbed for.”
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Katrina Kaif to go non alluring in Jha's Satsang

Satsang would feature Katrina in the role of a woman from the West in search of spirituality. She would be seen in a non-glamorous avatar without any make-up and would be donning ochre robes. Even though the film will mostly kick off only after Jha finishes Aarakshan, Katrina is super-excited at the prospect of re-uniting once again with Prakash Jha. The actress believes this to be her most challenging role till date.
Malaika Arora Khan frantic to rake in moolah

Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif, on the other hand, rejected an offer of ` 3.5 crore to go on a Christmas vacation. " As Tees Maar Khan was releasing during Christmas, Katrina will have post release events to handle," said a source, adding, " But Malaika would definitely be dancing at Amby Valley."
Anushka is reject to do the lead in a Hindi film

But Anushka shows no interest. Recently, she was offered the role in a Bollywood flick, remake of the Tamil movie Singam in which she did the lead role. But Anushka didn't accept it.
Bollywood director Rohith Shetty who is remaking it personally asked her to enter Hindi film industry, yet Anushka declined politely saying she's "comfortable in South film industry.
"Anushka is the busiest star in Telugu and Tamil and she is in much demand. So she doesn't want to become another Asin or Trisha who are now back from Bollywood doing South movies.
Although Asin made a grand entry into Bollywood with Ghajini, her subsequent flops made her a no star. Trisha's first Hindi movie, Khatta Meetha, was a disaster. Seeing their pathetic situation in Bollywood, Anushka wants to continue doing Telugu and Tamil movies.
Hema Malini act with Dharmendra and Esha in next flick

Considering that Dharmendra is known for his angry image, did he work according to Hema Malini’s directions? The actress turned director says that Dharmendra did object to her methods of direction initially, but since Hema Malini was strict about what she wanted from her actors, he too was bound to listen to her!Hema Malini makes it clear that she has returned to direction only for her daughter Esha Deol, who unfortunately cannot boast of a real career in Bollywood! But mommy dearest is hopeful that her second directorial venture Tell Me Oh Khuda with Esha Deol will be liked by the masses.
Hema Malini says that she shared a wonderful relationship with her daughter on the film’s sets and she loved the fact that Esha Deol always made it a point to take her advice before and after each shot. Tell Me Oh Khuda will hit theaters in March next year. Hema Malini’s first film as a director was the Shahrukh Khan and Divya Bharati starrer Dil Aashna Hai, which was one of the first hits of superhit actor Shahrukh Khan.
Hema Malini act with Dharmendra and Esha in next flick
Considering that Dharmendra is known for his angry image, did he work according to Hema Malini’s directions? The actress turned director says that Dharmendra did object to her methods of direction initially, but since Hema Malini was strict about what she wanted from her actors, he too was bound to listen to her!Hema Malini makes it clear that she has returned to direction only for her daughter Esha Deol, who unfortunately cannot boast of a real career in Bollywood! But mommy dearest is hopeful that her second directorial venture Tell Me Oh Khuda with Esha Deol will be liked by the masses.
Hema Malini says that she shared a wonderful relationship with her daughter on the film’s sets and she loved the fact that Esha Deol always made it a point to take her advice before and after each shot. Tell Me Oh Khuda will hit theaters in March next year. Hema Malini’s first film as a director was the Shahrukh Khan and Divya Bharati starrer Dil Aashna Hai, which was one of the first hits of superhit actor Shahrukh Khan.
Ajay Devgan declared that he never produces any arrangements prior to marking a picture

Commenting on why he declined the offer to play the lead role in Prakash Jha's 'Aarakshan', Ajay Devgan said that his hectic schedule prevented him from accepting the offer in the film. He is palpably basking in the success of almost all his films released this year.
Is SRK the top paid host on TV ?

Bollywood greats like Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan himself have hosted several shows, and the amount that they get for each episode was a matter of great debate and speculation, until now. However, the figures now favour Shah Rukh Khan’s side.A source from the show discloses, “No one will speak freely about how much he is earning, but SRK charging Rs.2.5 crore definitely seems a believable figures.
As of now what can we expose is that Shahrukh Khan is for 4 weeks, Monday to Thursday, and if calculate it, he is getting Rs.40 crore for 16 episodes. Bring on the superstar who can charge so much even after his last stint on TV (Kya Hum Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain) was panned and did not get the TRP that he got during Kaun Banega Crorepati.”
SRK to turn villain for Krrish sequel ?

Adds the source, “The Roshans have already sounded SRK off about having him in their venture.And he has told them that he can be available only after the release of his production Ra.One.”The sequel to Rakesh Roshan’s 2006 movie has been in the pipeline for a while.
Rakesh Roshan has taken it upon himself to make sure that his son’s career gets back on track. And considering that Koi Mil Gaya and Krrish did well at the box office, it is time Hrithik wore his superhero cape to create special again on screen.
Lara Dutta and Mahesh to wed in February ?

Bhuapthi, who has been seeing Lara since last year, announced his engagement to the svelte lass on Twitter in September this year. Mahesh proposed to Lara in New York during the US Open.Mahesh Bhupathi was earlier married to Shwetha Jaishankar but later divorced her while Lara was in relationship with Kelly Dorjee and Dino Morea.
Bhupathi’s Big Daddy Productions and Lara’s Bheegi Basanti Production are co-producing ‘Challo Dilli’ along with Eros International.
Akshay’s Patiala House act inspired by Panesar

Panesar’s parents migrated there from Punjab.In Patiala House, Akshay will be seen as Parghat Singh Kahlon, a British citizen whose dream is to be a pace bowler.
The movie is being directed by Nikhil Advani and also celebs Anushka Sharma, Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia. It is slated to release in Feb next year.