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The Great Gatsby: What makes Big B's cameo in the film special

New Delhi: Bollywood's superstar might have innumerable fans in India and abroad but Hollywood never tasted the success and fame of the actor until 'The Great Gatsby' premiered in New York. Such was the frenzy around the actor that the international media mistook the cheering for Amitabh Bachchan at the premiere for Leonardo DiCaprio's entry. And, Bachchan continues to cast his spell even in his cameo in Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby'.

Though the actor makes his entry into the screen as gangster Meyer Wolfsheim for only two minutes, but he still manages to take all the attention despite sharing screen space with actors like Tobey Maguire and Leonardo DiCaprio.

As Indian audiences, you wait with bated breath for your superstar to enter the screen and cast his spell and Amitabh Bachchan doesn't disappoint you. Baz Luhrmann introduces the character in a bar amid loud music and a few dancers entertaining the bigwigs of the society. But despite all the loudness, you just can't seem to miss out Bachchan's baritone and the way he introduces himself to Tobey Maguire in the film.

While many Indian actors have already made their way to Hollywood's biggest hits, Bachchan's fans have waited for long to see him in a Hollywood film. And, Baz Luhrmann grants Bachchan's fans their biggest wish. ...more    

Now Showing: 'The Great Gatsby' opens Cannes 2013

Australian director Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby' opened the 66th edition of Cannes International Film Festival, which started on May 15. Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who made his Hollywood debut with the project, also graced the red carpet. ...

Baz Luhrmann: I was an idiot to reject 'Harry Potter'

London: 'The Great Gatsby' helmer Baz Luhrmann had turned down the opportunity to direct the 'Harry Potter' films in favour of shooting movie musical 'Moulin Rouge'. The 50-year-old filmmaker said he was contacted by producers of the wizarding franchise while they were planning the first big screen installment, 2001's 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone', reported Contactmusic. "The first one came along and they rang me, and while I love...  

'The Great Gatsby' review: Big B shines in Bollywood-styled entertainer

New Delhi: Baz Luhrmann's film might not have pleased the critics abroad due to its pomp, but we as Indians dig for the typical Bollywood entertainer. Opulent sets, dance, over-the-top dialogues just make us stand up in the theatre and whistle and clap. And, Baz Luhrmann gives you yet another opportunity to enjoy your heart out with his latest offering 'The Great Gatsby'. The film revolves around a war veteran...  

Tweet review: Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby'

New Delhi: F. Scott Fitzgerald's book has seen many cinematic renditions and after making its way to the silver screen for almost three times, Baz Luhrmann is yet again ready to weave the romantic story on screen. The film revolves around a war veteran Nick Carraway who comes to live in New York and finds himself drawn to the past and lifestyle of his millionaire neighbour Jay Gatsby. While the...  

The Great Gatsby: It's a tussle among superstars

New Delhi: At the New York premiere of 'The Great Gatsby', the noise went up for a moment and the US media was left wondering if Leonardo DiCaprio had come, but it was actually Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan. The crowd's cheers were overwhelming, says Big B. "Back from 'The Great Gatsby' premiere and has to be said... the EF (extended family) was the main attraction. Simply superb! American media, fans,...  

Cannes 2013: Amitabh speaks in Hindi at the opening

New Delhi: Amitabh Bachchan made the Hindi film industry proud by speaking in Hindi at the opening ceremony of the Cannes International Film Festival 2013. Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby' opened the prestigious film festival, and Amitabh Bachchan has played a special role in the film. Cannes 2013 is also celebrating the 100 years of Indian cinema this year. Amitabh Bachchan tweeted, "Acknowledging Cannes in recognising 100 yrs of Indian...  

'The Great Gatsby' fuels fashion renaissance

Directed by Australian filmmaker Baz Luhrmann, it is the latest Hollywood rendition of Fitzgerald's classic American novel, 'The Great Gatsby'. DiCaprio stars in the title role, a millionaire pining for a lost love, played by Carey Mulligan, during the height of the hedonistic 1920s. It has already opened in the United States to mixed reviews and a good box office report. ...

Cannes film festival opens with 'The Great Gatsby'

London: The 2013 Cannes film festival opens on Wednesday with Baz Luhrmann's 3D version of 'The Great Gatsby', a lavish throwback to the 'Roaring Twenties' that befits the glamour and excess of the world's biggest cinema showcase. The Australian director's adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel starring Leonardo DiCaprio surprised some Hollywood insiders, because Cannes traditionally launches on the palm-lined French Riviera with a splashy world premiere. But 'The Great...  

'The Great Gatsby' role is not my Hollywood debut: Amitabh Bachchan

New Delhi: Amitabh Bachchan has called his belated Hollywood debut in 'The Great Gatsby' "just a friendly gesture" but would not mind doing an encore if he comes across something interesting. "I don't look upon it as my Hollywood debut. It is just a friendly gesture and nothing more. It is just a small scene with Gatsby and his friend, played by Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire. Meyer Wolfsheim is...  

'Iron Man 3' beats 'The Great Gatsby' in box office showdown

Tony Stark's superpowers lifted blockbuster 'Iron Man 3' back to the top of movie charts in the United States and Canada, beating out a strong debut over the weekend for lavish Jazz Age drama 'The Great Gatsby.' Coming off a gigantic opening a week earlier, 'Iron Man 3' commanded $72.5 million in ticket sales from Friday through Sunday in its second weekend. 'Gatsby,' starring Leonardo DiCaprio as millionaire Jay Gatsby...  

I never intended to play glamorous roles: Carey Mulligan

London: Carey Mulligan is in awe of her 'The Great Gatsby' character as she never played beautiful roles in movies. The 27-year-old actress portrays Daisy Buchanan in the big-screen adaptation of F Scott Fitzgerald's novel and found herself in awe of the stunning costumes, reported Contactmusic. "I've never aspired to play a character that was beautiful. I've never played a character that had to be very pretty before! The costumes...  

Baz Luhrmann wants Leonardo DiCaprio for 'Hamlet'

Los Angeles: Director Baz Luhrmann, who recently worked with Leonardo DiCaprio in 'The Great Gatsby', wants to cast the star in 'Hamlet'. The 50-year-old Luhrmann has already have worked with DiCaprio twice before and he now wants him in his next project as well. "To me, Gatsby is the American Hamlet. What else could we possibly do as a follow-up ?" said Luhrmann. Luhrmann said he needs to persuade DiCaprio...  

All you need to know about the 'The Great Gatsby' before you see it

It is hailed as "the great American novel," but so far 'The Great Gatsby' has defied attempts by some of Hollywood's top filmmakers to bring its lyrically romantic story and tragic characters to cinematic life. But that didn't faze director Baz Luhrmann. Luhrmann, known for his lavish productions, assembled a roster of stars led by Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan and Tobey Maguire in the latest incarnation of F Scott Fitzgerald's...  

Amitabh: I wish for only smiles on my fans' faces

Mumbai: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan got emotional when he met his fans in New York during the premiere of his Hollywood movie 'The Great Gatsby'. Amitabh, 70, met his fans and says that it becomes difficult for him to see tears of joy on faces of his fans. "Lovely meeting the Ef (extended family) and TwFmXt (Twitter family extension) and the FbXf (Facebook extended family). Such humility in them, such respect...  

Not worthy of being in 'The Great Gatsby' poster: Big B

Mumbai: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is making his international debut with Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby', feels it's "not worth" being part of the film's poster keeping in mind his blink-and-miss appearance. However, he cant's deny the order of the director. "The poster of 'The Great Gatsby', something I thought to be too presumptuous but Baz Luhrmann insisted that it be done so there," the 70-year-old tweeted with a picture...  

Jay-Z to put modern jazz twist on Gatsby soundtrack

U.S. rapper Jay-Z has teamed up with Australian director Baz Luhrmann to produce and perform on the soundtrack for 'The Great Gatsby' which will open the 2013 Cannes film festival in May. ...  

The Great Gatsby: Watch DiCaprio in the new trailer

Directed by Baz Luhrmann, the film is based on F Scott Fitzgerald's book by the same name. ...  

Lady Gaga writing songs for 'The Great Gatsby'

London: Pop star Lady Gaga and singer Prince are writing songs for Baz Luhrmann's "The Great Gatsby" soundtrack, actress Adelaide Clemens has said. Prince Rogers Nelson and the 'Poker Face' star reportedly approached the director about working on the musical accompaniments to his forthcoming film, which stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan and Isla Fisher, reported Contactmusic. "They have some new music that's going to be added to the...