Sonam: I can never cry with the help of glycerine
by IANS
Mumbai: Actress Sonam Kapoor likes to keep it as natural as possible when she is in front of the camera, and says she can't use glycerine to cry for a movie scene.

"I go so deep into the character that I make myself unwell. It becomes disturbing at times. I have taken training for acting for a year. I can never cry with the help of glycerine. Whenever I cry on screen I cry naturally, if I am happy, I am genuinely happy on screen," Sonam told IANS.

Sonam, who is awaiting the release of her forthcoming film 'Raanjhanaa', says she doesn't mind giving umpteen retakes until her director is satisfied.

"I am a director's actor. If my acting is appreciated, it's because of the director, and if it's not appreciated, it's all again because of the director. I will keep giving them takes till they are convinced," she added....more    
02:30 PM, Jun 13, 2013

Sonam Kapoor: Direction may happen after ten years
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Mumbai: Actress Sonam Kapoor has expressed her desire to direct films. Before starting her career as an actress, Sonam worked as an assistant director under Sanjay Leela Bhansali for 'Black', which was released in early 2005. "Apart from being an actress, I want to direct films. May be this will happen after ten years," Sonam told PTI. The 28-year-old actress made her acting debut with Bhansali's 'Saawariya', which failed at...  
09:50 AM, Jun 13, 2013

People have lost faith in love, says 'Raanjhanaa' director New Delhi: After making an impressive debut with 'Tanu Weds Manu', director Anand L Rai is once again celebrating the joy and pain that come with falling in love through his upcoming romantic film 'Raanjhanaa'. The trailer of the film shows a love triangle between Dhanush, Sonam Kapoor and Abhay Deol. Oscar-award winner AR Rahman has given music in the movie which is set in Varanasi and Delhi. 'Raanjhanaa' will...  
01:33 PM, Jun 11, 2013

Sonam Kapoor and Dhanush talk about 'Raanjhanaa'

South actor-singer Dhanush, who is paired opposite Sonam Kapoor in 'Raanjhnaa', says the actress never made him feel uncomfortable and was rather easy to impress. ...
11:29 AM, Jun 08, 2013

Raanjhanaa: Watch small town romance in 'Banarasiya' New Delhi: A new song from the film 'Raanjhanaa' has been revealed. The song is called 'Banarasiya' and it features Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor riding a bike through the streets of Benares. 'Raanjhanaa' has been directed by Aanand L Rai ad is scheduled to be released on June 21, 2013. ...  
01:42 PM, Jun 06, 2013

Raanjhanaa: Abhay turns student leaders in 'Tu man shudi' New Delhi: A new song 'Tu Man Shudi' from the film 'Raanjhanaa' has been released. Directed by Aanand L Rai, the film stars Dhanush, Sonam Kapoor and Abhay Deol in important roles. The new song features Sonam Kapoor and Abhay Deol protesting the authoritative administration. ...  
04:08 PM, May 31, 2013

It's easy to impress Sonam Kapoor: Dhanush Mumbai: South actor-singer Dhanush, who is paired opposite Sonam Kapoor in 'Raanjhnaa', says the actress never made him feel uncomfortable and was rather easy to impress. "She is a sweetheart. She made sure I did not feel discomfort. She was quite patient when I was getting my Hindi wrong. She helped me a lot. It is easy to laugh, as I would have lost my confidence," Dhanush told reporters here...  
05:04 PM, May 24, 2013

Sonam Kapoor is under-utilised as an actress: Aanand Rai Mumbai: Director Aanand L Rai, who has directed Sonam Kapoor in his upcoming film 'Raanjhanna', feels she is underutilised as an actress. Rai, of 'Tanu Weds Manu' fame, has teamed up with southern star Dhanush and Sonam for 'Raanjhanaa'. "I think Sonam is under-utilised. The kind of performance she has given in this film is amazing. The way she was involved with the film was tremendous. Wait and watch Sonam,"...  
03:16 PM, May 21, 2013

Watch: Dhanush declare his love for Sonam in 'Raanjhanaa' song New Delhi: Dhanush is all set to sweep you off your feet with his stint as a lover in upcoming film 'Raanjhanaa'. Directed by Aanand L. Rai, 'Raanjhanaa' stars Sonam Kapoor, Dhanush and Abhay Deol. Here is a the new song 'Raanjhanaa' from the film. ...  
01:08 PM, May 18, 2013

Only Dhanush has the innocence to play 'Raanjhanaa': Sonam
by IANS
Mumbai: Praising her co-star Dhanush, Sonam Kapoor says only he has the 'innocence' to play the lead in 'Raanjhanaa'. "I think only Dhanush can become 'Raanjhanaa'. He has got the innocence. I think there is nobody who has that spirit that is as clean (as his) over here (Bollywood)," said the 27-year-old in an interview. "There is a lot of innocence and at the same time there is a lot...  
05:58 PM, May 14, 2013

I learnt with time, says 'Raanjhanaa' director
by IANS
Mumbai: 'Raanjhanaa' director Aanand L. Rai has also directed a non-commercial film 'Strangers' which didn't manage to garner much success at the box office. Rai said he has learnt a lot with time. "I also learnt with time. I won't say that I have learnt to become commercial but I have learnt to balance something for myself. You also learn and understand your audience. I want to stay selfless and...  
12:55 PM, May 14, 2013

Sonam Kapoor: I like everything about stardom
by IANS
Mumbai: Being a celebrity comes with a price but Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor says she likes everything about stardom, including the constant attention and the odd hours. "I like everything about stardom. I don't mind being in the public eye. If anyone tells you that they want to be a film actor but they don't want to be a star, that means they are lying. I love acting and love...  
10:29 AM, May 14, 2013

Actor Harshvardhan claims to be a great Dhanush fan
by IANS
Chennai: Telugu actor Harshvardhan Rane claims to be Dhanush's biggest fan in the industry and take inspiration from him. "He (Dhanush) is such an inspiring actor and I wish I could be him in my next life. He is one of those actors who is always at ease and doesn't like to go by any norm. I think, the only thing that comes between him and his performance is the...  
01:13 PM, May 12, 2013

Raanjhanaa: Dhanush finds it difficult to learn Hindi
by IANS
Mumbai: Southern star Dhanush's first Hindi film 'Raanjhanaa' is all set to release and the actor says he has still not been able to learn Hindi. The 29-year-old, who even took classes from the Hindi tutors to learn the language for the film, is finding it tough to learn it but is hopeful to live upto everyone's expectations. "I don't think I actually got it yet. I tried my best,...  
10:03 AM, May 12, 2013

Raanjhanaa: Rahman pays tribute to Bismillah Khan New Delhi: AR Rahman pays homage to the Bharat Ratna awardee Ustad Bismillah Khan through the songs of 'Raanjhanaa', which is directed by Aanand L Rai. Since the film starring Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor is based in the heartland of Benaras, the music composer looked no further than Bismillah Khan, who hailed from Benaras itself. Rahman who has previously worked with Ustad Khan on a south film a few years...  
03:52 PM, May 10, 2013

Abhay Deol and Sonam Kapoor have kissed and made up
by IANS
Mumbai: Sonam Kapoor and Abhay Deol, who had a falling out during 'Aisha', have sorted out their differences and were cordial to each other on the sets of "Raanjhanaa", says director Anand L. Rai. "They are very friendly. There were no issues at all...not even on a single day," Rai said in a group interview. 'Raanjhanaa' will see Abhay teaming up with Sonam and southern star Dhanush. Abhay plays a...  
12:14 PM, May 10, 2013

People haven't stopped believing in love: Aanand L Rai
by IANS
Mumbai: As the title suggests, 'Raanjhanaa' is a romantic tale and its director Aanand L. Rai is confident that people would love to believe in the ideology of his film. The 'Tanu Weds Manu' fame director, who has teamed up with southern star Dhanush and Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor to tell this love story, feels even though the world has become immensely fast paced, everyone wants to be loved. "People...  
01:31 PM, May 09, 2013

'Raanjhanaa' director targets 2014 for 'Tanu Weds Manu' sequel
by IANS
Mumbai: After 'Raanjhanaa', Anand L. Rai's next film will be the 'Tanu Weds Manu' sequel. Although he isn't sure when it would go on the floors, he has confirmed he will prepare the romantic-comedy for a 2014 release. "The next one will be the sequel (of 'Tanu Weds Manu'), but I don't know when will I start. Right now I am enjoying 'Raanjhanaa'," he told IANS in a group interview....  
11:29 AM, May 08, 2013