Fun factor is the key element in choosing films: John Abraham
by IANS
What is John Abraham's motto as an actor? Fun and commercial viability, perhaps in that order. He says that enjoyment is key when it comes to choosing a film. ...  
10:49 AM, Mar 09, 2013

What's wrong in doing item numbers: Chitrangada Mumbai: There was a time when Chitrangada Singh consciously stayed away from signing TV commercials and item numbers. But like they say, time and situation can trigger a change. Her hot new item number has become a topic of conversation among film buffs. But very few people know that while shooting the track, the actress suffered from a knee injury, for which she was prescribed countless painkillers. In a candid...  
04:30 PM, Jul 17, 2012

John Abraham gifts Akshay Kumar a superbike Mumbai: Looks like John Abraham is someone who likes to keep his promises, especially to his good friend Akshay Kumar. Buzz is that taking into account the success of their third film together at the box office, Housefull 2, John is gifting Akshay a high-end motorbike. Having first worked together seven years ago, in Garam Masala, the two actors have become fast friends. John had apparently promised Akki that if...  
04:18 PM, May 12, 2012

Soon, film earning Rs 400 cr won't seem big
by IANS
Mumbai: Last year quite a few Bollywood films made record collections of over Rs 100 crore at the box office, but Akshay Kumar claims that in next five years things will change so much that even Rs 400 crore won't seem a big amount. "After five years, Rs 400 crore will be too small. Hits and flops keep on coming in its own way. I personally feel keep on working....  
02:29 PM, Mar 21, 2012

Omi Vaidya: Brilliant in '3 Idiots', boring now New Delhi: Raju Hirani's '3 Idiots' doesn't have many scenes where anybody other than Aamir Khan dominated, except some of the sequences where he had to face Silencer. The intensity of his acting was evident in the terrace scene where he challenges Amir Khan to come up with a more successful career than him in next ten years. Aamir was completely overshadowed in that sequence, in fact he looked clueless....  
04:39 PM, Feb 22, 2012

Ranbir Kapoor says no to Rohit Dhawan Mumbai: Ranbir Kapoor disappointed childhood buddy Rohit Dhawan by apparently turning down his next film. Mixing personal and professional relationships has often acted against the careers of several actors. Many senior actors in the industry have committed to projects for the sake of their friends, only to find no takers at the ticket windows. Looks like Ranbir Kapoor is being extra cautious not to walk in their footsteps by declining...  
01:18 PM, Jan 24, 2012

My 'Joker' item number is sensuous: Chitrangada
by IANS
New Delhi: First she opted for a glamorous role in 'Desi Boyz' and then she gave a nod to an item number. Actress Chitrangada Singh, otherwise known for serious roles, surprised all and sundry last year and says the response has been encouraging. "I really hope 2012 turns out to be a year full of surprises for me, and surprises spring after one another. I am really happy with the...  
11:49 AM, Jan 10, 2012

Successful films on Deepika's birthday wishlist New Delhi: Deepika Padukone turned 26 today and the actress, who is working on three films currently, wishes that the new year brings her more success than 2011. 'Aarakshan' and 'Desi Boyz' hardly brought her any luck in the past year. This year will see her working on 'Cocktail' with Saif Ali Khan, 'Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani' with ex-boyfriend Ranbir Kapoor and 'Race 2'. "Success is completely related to the...  
05:41 PM, Jan 05, 2012

'Rascals' voted the worst movie of 2011 Mumbai: This year was a mixed bag of awe-inspiring and disastrous movies. Ultimately the people decided which was a topper and which should not even have been attempted. Mid Day comes up with a list of such films. They made us laugh, cry, cringe and even scream in exasperation at times. No doubt 2011 has seen the highest and the lowest in terms of the quality of Bollywood releases. Some...  
11:58 AM, Dec 26, 2011

Chitrangada happy with move to commercial cinema
by IANS
Mumbai: Dusky actress Chitrangada, who started her career with off-beat film 'Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi' in 2003, is glad she finally tried her hand at some commercial cinema this year. The actress was seen in 'Desi Boyz' recently and is happy with the way the year shaped up. "The year has been really good. It has seen quite a graph for me personally. My release 'Yeh Saali Zindagi' was in February,...  
06:27 PM, Dec 17, 2011

Akshay Kumar launches new action channel

Actor Akshay Kumar has been roped in as a brand ambassador for a new channel 'Sonic', dedicated to action loving people. ...
01:44 AM, Dec 16, 2011

Filmmakers look beyond my body now: John Abraham Mumbai: From showing off his chiseled body in 'Dostana' to flexing his muscles in 'Force', John Abraham's body has been a central point for his filmmakers but the actor feels, now directors no longer approach him for his physique. "Films are a visual medium... From Shahrukh to Aamir..everybody maintains a great body as they realize that it is a visual medium, and that their body should be good. But that...  
02:31 PM, Dec 02, 2011

Behind the scenes: Akshay shoots for a commercial

Akshay Kumar's last release 'Desi Boyz' might not have set the box office on fire but that is not stopping the actor from shooting for a deodorant commercial. ...
11:46 AM, Dec 01, 2011

Filmi fiscal: Rohit Dhawan's 'Desi Boyz'

Made on a budget of about 65 crore including print and publicity, 'Desi Boyz' collected 25 crore during the weekend. ...
03:58 PM, Nov 29, 2011

Akshay wants to get back into 'action' mode Mumbai: After starring in a number of Bollywood comedies, Akshay Kumar now wants to return to his action hero image. With films like 'Dabangg', 'Bodyguard', 'Singham' and 'Force' making hay at the box office, Akshay too wants to jump into the action bandwagon. "One of the reasons for me to do action films is spurt of these movies. Another reason is lot of time has passed and I have not...  
02:05 PM, Nov 29, 2011

Masand: 'Desi Boyz' is a generic, indifferent film Cast: Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, Chitrangada Singh, Deepika Padukone Director: Rohit Dhawan 'Desi Boyz' stars Akshay Kumar and John Abraham as Jerry and Nick, best friends in London who lose their jobs when recession hits. Broke and desperate, they sign up to be male escorts " because naturally that's the only job still available during a financial meltdown! As bird-brained an idea as this may be, at least it promises...  
10:47 PM, Nov 25, 2011