With the release date of 'Raanjhanaa' approaching fast, we take a look at Bollywood films that were based in small towns.Tigmanshu Dhulia's 'Haasil' was set in Allahabad. Irrfan played a gangster cum student leader Ranvijay Singh in the film, while Jimmy Shergill was seen as Aniruddha.Habib Faisal's 'Ishaqzaade', which made Arjun Kapoor and Parineeti Chopra stars, was set in a fictional town of Almore in the rural area of UP.
01:14 PM, May 18, 2013

Singing is easier than acting: Mamta Sharma
by IANS
Mumbai: Playback singer Mamta Sharma, well known for her super hit item numbers like 'Munni badnam hui', 'Anaarkali disco chali' and 'Fevicol se', says singing is easier than acting and she has her own reasons for that. "I must tell you, singing compared to acting it's very easy because you sit in an air-conditioned room and sing any kind of song -- romantic or sad. But when it comes to...  
03:46 PM, May 13, 2013

Item numbers are important, says singer Mamta Sharma Mumbai: The trend of adding "item songs" in Hindi films to spice up things and attract eyeballs continues to find favour in Bollywood, and playback singer Mamta Sharma remains in demand for this genre. Filmmakers Tigmanshu Dhulia, Abhinav Kashyap and Indra Kumar will be having item numbers in their upcoming movies 'Bullet Raja', 'Besharam', 'Grand Masti' respectively. Dhulia's 'Bullet Raja', starring Saif Ali Khan and Sonakshi Sinha, deals with the...  
11:05 AM, Apr 29, 2013

UP Police circular calls for screening of 'Dabangg' for motivation Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government, suffering from an image crisis, has come up with a unique plan to inspire the police force. UP ADG, Law and Order, Arun Kumar has issues a 5-page circular asking for special screenings of films like 'Dabangg', 'Ab Tak Chhappan' and 'Singham'. Arun Kumar believes such movies which show a policeman as a superman will motivate policemen to perform their duties better. The UP police...  
09:25 AM, Apr 23, 2013

Arbaaz Khan wants to make films besides 'Dabangg' series Mumbai: Actor-turned-director Arbaaz Khan intends to take the 'Dabangg' franchise ahead but would like to direct and produce other films as well. Arbaaz turned producer with 'Dabangg' in 2010 and the second instalment 'Dabangg 2' (2012) saw him directing as well producing the film. Now he is keen to take the series ahead. "It ('Dabangg') has the potential to go forward and there is good likelihood that it will. But...  
11:20 AM, Apr 17, 2013

Want to make films besides 'Dabangg' series: Arbaaz Khan Mumbai: Actor-turned-director Arbaaz Khan intends to take the 'Dabangg' franchise ahead but would like to direct and produce other films as well. Arbaaz turned producer with 'Dabangg' in 2010 and the second instalment 'Dabangg 2' (2012) saw him directing as well producing the film. Now he is keen to take the series ahead. "It ('Dabangg') has the potential to go forward and there is good likelihood that it will. But...  
03:56 PM, Apr 16, 2013

Sonakshi Sinha has not just embraced the Indian attire in her films but the actress is often spotted wearing sarees at most of her public appearances. Here is a look at the Sonakshi's saree collection. Sonakshi has been often seen wearing the six yards at most of the events. She opted for a white saree during the first look launch of her upcoming film 'Lootera'. From whites to pinks to oranges to greens, Sonakshi is mostly seen wearing plain sarees at the events.
04:08 PM, Apr 06, 2013

The worst of Bollywood films was honoured with the Golden Kela Awards recently. Here is a look at some of hilarious awards that were conferred to celebrities in different categories.Two time National Award winner, Ajay Devgn won the Worst Actor award for his performance in 'Bol Bachchan' and 'Son of Sardar'.Sonakshi Sinha was adjudged as the Worst actress of 2012 for 'everything she did'.The joke was clearly on 'Joker' as the film was declared the Worst film of 2012.
04:32 PM, Mar 31, 2013

Golden Kela Awards: Ajay, Sonakshi named worst actors 'Son of Sardar' stars Ajay Devgn and Sonakshi Sinha have been named as the worst actors of 2012 while 'Joker' has earned Shirish Kunder the worst film and director trophies at the 5th annual Golden Kela awards here. ...  
10:41 AM, Mar 31, 2013

Sonakshi will be seen in one of my future films: Sajid Khan
by IANS
Filmmaker Sajid Khan seems to be all praise for actress Sonakshi Sinha who will be seen doing a peppy dance number 'Thank God It's Friday' in his upcoming film 'Himmatwala'. The director said he would like to rope her in one of his future films as well. ...  
12:27 PM, Mar 25, 2013

Salman not doing any item number in Sohail's next
by IANS
None of Sohail Khan's directorial ventures have featured an item song. He denies any such song in his next as well. ...  
12:57 PM, Mar 17, 2013

Salman Khan has brought back 'family' emotions: Shakti Kapoor
by IANS
Shakti Kapoor credits superstar Salman Khan for bringing back parents and family emotions back on the big screen. ...  
05:58 PM, Mar 11, 2013

Ram Gopal Varma is known for making thriller and gangster films. But with time the director is finding it hard to prove his mettle. Take a look at 10 Bollywood films or their genres that we wouldn't want the director to make. The mushy romance of Raj and Simran on a train has made many hearts skip a beat. With romantic songs, the picturesque beauty and heart warming dialogues, ‘Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge’ has been one of the most romantic films of all time. And, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma might just add some shaky camera movement to spoil the emotion of love. And, keeping a track of his recent films, he should really stay away from making romantic films. Ram Gopal Varma has been often seen taking on the horror and thriller genre when it comes to filmmaking. Imagine the filmmaker getting into the shoes of Hrishikesh Mukherjee or Gulzar and deliver an unforgettable comedy film. Well, if Ramu would get to make 1982 film 'Angoor' then it would unarguably become a comedy of errors.Ram Gopal Varma proved everyone right when he decided to make a remake of the 1975 classic 'Sholay'. 'Aag' turned out to be a disaster and the director should take a lesson from his past mistake and avoid picking up any other classic film like 'Mughal-E-Azam' for a remake.
06:06 PM, Mar 08, 2013

Salman Khan: I may play next year in CCL
by IANS
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who was guest of honour at the opening ceremony of the third edition of Celebrity Cricket League (CCL), is happy that actors are doing well on the cricket field and says he may hit the ground next year. ...  
06:24 PM, Feb 10, 2013

'OMG' director to present Abhishek in a new avatar Umesh Shukla's directorial venture 'Oh My God' had Paresh Rawal playing the role of an atheist. ...  
11:11 AM, Jan 27, 2013

'Barfi!' receives the maximum Filmfare nominations
by IANS
Anurag Basu's 'Barfi!' has won maximum nominations, including for best film, best actor, best actress and best director, for the 58th Idea Filmfare Awards 2012. Yash Chopra's last directorial 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' follows close behind. ...  
01:25 PM, Jan 15, 2013

Salman Khan: I don't follow anyone's life Arjun reportedly missed SRK's New Year bash and also praised Salman for his performance in 'Ek Tha Tiger'. ...  
12:29 PM, Jan 06, 2013

Matru Ki Bijlee: Rural flavour grips Bollywood
by IANS
In the recent past, the Hindi film industry has witnessed an upsurge in rural dramas. ...  
01:33 PM, Jan 05, 2013

Bolly Buzz: Salman Khan replaces Akshay in cola ad

Salman Khan has replaced Akshay Kumar and has become the brand ambassador of cola brand. The ad will see the actor in true 'Dabangg' style. ...
01:49 PM, Jan 04, 2013

Filmi fiscal: 'Dabangg 2' conquers box-office

Salman Khan reprised his popular role Chulbul Pandey in 2012 last big release 'Dabangg 2', which is directed by Arbaaz Khan. The film has got a big opening at the box office. It collected Rs 106 crore in first 6 days of its release. Its current collection stands at whopping Rs 139.5 crore. ...
11:36 AM, Jan 03, 2013