Taapsee, who is in Chennai currently, has started shoot for her fourth Tamil flick, which is yet to be titled. The movie stars industry biggies like Ajith, Nayantara, Arya and Rana Daggubati and is being directed by filmmaker Vishnuvardhan. But the 'Aadukalam' actress says there are a few more big names in the film. Its a big budget film in terms of the casting. No single role will go unnoticed...
07:05 PM, Sep 12, 2012
Remakes are in a vogue in Malayalam cinema of late what with more and more adapted versions becoming hits. Producer Menaka Suresh Kumar whose earlier movies 'Neelathamara' and 'Rathinirvedam' were successful, and whose latest film 'Chattakkari' releases shortly, speaks about the trend. "Both 'Neelathamara' and 'Rathinirvedam' were movies that stood the best of time. There is always an audience for classic movies, that were adored by people at that time."...
04:30 PM, Sep 12, 2012
The sultry Julie, in a knee-length flowery frock and a sensuous smile on her face had won the hearts of a generation. 'Chattakkari' released in 1974 and subsequently the Hindi version 'Julie' released the next year, went on to become blockbusters. The script was an out and out heroine-oriented one and Lakshmi - who played the female part in both versions became extremely popular. And now with the latest adaptation...
11:15 AM, Sep 12, 2012
Diganth is closely following Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor's footsteps. Two of his films will have traits of Ranbir's films, either in the title or his looks. First is 'Barfi', a sweet romantic comedy, which according to Diganth is nowhere related to the Bollywood movie. "I have always been known as a chocolate hero since 'Mungaru Male' boy as I have always entertained with good romcom scripts. 'Barfi' will again be...
07:02 PM, Sep 09, 2012
The clash at the box-office of two big stars is usually limited to counting the coffers but on August 6, it turned physical at a theatre in Kukatpally. Ramesh Puppala, producer of the Balakrishna-starrer 'Srimannarayana', accompanied by the actor's fans, descended on the Arjun Cinema in the morning after he learnt that his movie had been pulled off the screen to make way for Nagarjuna's 'Shirdi Sai', which was released...
06:59 PM, Sep 07, 2012
Actress Amala Paul might be the youngest to romance Actor Mohanlal, but those who have watched 'Run Baby Run' can't stop raving about the duo's scorching-hot chemistry. So the 'Mynaa' girl has finally flown home, that too creating fireworks at the box office with her very first mainstream outing. "I feel blessed to be part of such a brilliant film," says the starlet who has been sparking off a lot...
05:02 PM, Sep 07, 2012
Akkineni Nagarjuna is Incarnating Shirdi Sai Baba on silver screen and is quite enthusiastic about his big release. Far from doing any kind of homework to metamorphose effectively into the effervescent Baba, he never even tried hard for anything. "It is the easiest film I have ever done in my life", a happy Nagarjuna reveals. Nagarjuna talks about what went into doing Baba, and more; in a lively conversation with...
12:57 PM, Sep 06, 2012
Southern superstar Nagarjuna says his 'Shirdi Sai' will be the first Telugu film to release in Africa and that the story will be uplifting and touching. Directed by K Raghavendra Rao, the film is releasing in around 800 screens globally on September 6. "Telugu film 'Shirdi Sai' is a first film to release in Africa as it is home to thousands of Sai devotees. The film is also releasing in...
12:32 PM, Sep 06, 2012
New Delhi: The Church of Scientology held secret auditions to find a girlfriend and future wife for actor Tom Cruise, a powerful and dedicated member of the faith. The revelation was made by Cruise's divorced wife Katie Holmes in an interview to the Vanity Fair magazine. Vanity Fair's special correspondent Maureen Orth said that in 2004 Scientology embarked on a top-secret project headed by Shelly Miscavige, wife of Scientology chief...
11:53 AM, Sep 04, 2012
'Poola Rangadu' and 'Srimannarayana' have made Isha Chawla a familiar and popular face in Telugu cinema. Isha is happy with the kind of work she is getting. "Working with Balakrishna was a learning experience. He works hard and is a very supportive person. He helped me a lot in getting my moves right," she says. Known for traditional or decent wear, Isha rules out exposing on screen in future. "If...
11:22 AM, Sep 04, 2012
Thanzeer was a mere salesman at a CD shop till he met the magic frames of 'Cinema Paradiso' by Italian filmmaker Giuseppe Tornatore seven years back. The 1988 classic which narrates the tale of a filmmaker's recollection of his childhood when he fell in love with the movies at his village theatre, went deep into the soul of the 17-year-old and changed his entire world. Just like the protagonist Toto...
05:25 PM, Sep 03, 2012
Actor Sri Murali, who gave us hits like 'Chandra Chakori', 'Kanti' and 'Chanda Banda' seems to be tired of the same old routine act and is now wanting to do an out-of-the-box role. So, the actor will be seen as a drug addict in his next film, 'Loosegalu'. "I needed to break away from the same old roles and the role in this film is a bold attempt from me,"...
02:59 PM, Sep 03, 2012
Australia's legendary fast bowler on his 25-year association with India, the importance of hard work, the problems facing today's pacers and over-coaching. ...
01:31 PM, Sep 03, 2012
The latest to enter the small screen with a chat show is actress Rishika Singh. 'Ragale with Rishika' will go on floors in September. The actress who is excited about the show tells us that she wanted to do something hatke, other than acting. "I never wanted to be monotonous with just acting. I always wanted to do something different. In fact, I want to produce, direct and be at...
04:09 PM, Aug 30, 2012
Parul Yadav might have had plenty of offers coming her way but the actress do not want to become greedy. It was 'Govindaya Namaha', which introduced Mumbai girl, Parul Yadav to Sandalwood. After seeing her debut performance, Director Shashank chose her to play one of the heroines in 'Bachchan'. The actress, who is in the city to shoot with the lead actor, Sudeep and Tulip Joshi for her current project...
03:18 PM, Aug 30, 2012
August 28 was Prasanna's first birthday after entering wedlock. The actor is elated over his wife, Sneha's gift on his birthday. "I have been flying high and still can't come to terms with the yesterday's happenings, birthdays were always there. Parties with bouquets, cakes with candles and what not, when people around me asked what's special for this birthday. I said it is my first birthday as a husband that's...
06:18 PM, Aug 29, 2012
Allu Arjun is undoubtedly a superstar in Mollywood, if you consider the kind of reception his movies get in Kerala. With smash hits like 'Arya', 'Bunny', 'Happy' packed with action, dance and music sequences, he seems to have striked the right chord among Malayalis, the evidence being the huge fanbase he has amassed in Kerala. Naturally he was in a jovial mood while promoting his Telugu movie 'Gajapokkiri'. Looking dapper...
04:54 PM, Aug 24, 2012
Asin has said that she's poor at multitasking and hence focusing on Hindi films alone. "I can do only one work at a time. So I am concentrating in Bollywood projects," she says. The 'Ghajini' and 'Varalaru' actress adds: "This doesn't mean that I am not giving importance to Tamil and Telugu movies. South industry is like my home and I always love and respect it a lot." Stating that...
05:23 PM, Aug 23, 2012
"The theatre owners of the state are having a prejudiced approach to new generation films which ultimately results in spoiling their Box Office chances", says Lijin Jose, the director of 'Friday'. He was talking to the press as a part of the promotion of his recent critically acclaimed film. Citing his case of doing an experiment, the film without any intervals, Lijin complaints that the theatres including the state run...
12:45 PM, Aug 23, 2012
Ragini Dwivedi, the model-turned-actress who forayed into Sandalwood in the year 2009, with 'Veera Madhakari' opposite Sudeep, had long been eyeing for a slot in Mollywood. Her chance came when she got 'Kandhahar' in 2010 opposite Amitabh Bachchan and Ganesh Venkatraman. she has got another chance to hit the top in Mollywood with another film opposite Mammootty, titled 'Face To Face'. Having been reluctant in accepting roles which need her...
12:15 PM, Aug 23, 2012
