Sanjay Leela Bhansali

I am happy that Priyanka is doing my role: Mary Kom The petite boxer added that she would love to show the film's cast and crew on how they lead their lives in Manipur. ...  
10:51 AM, Dec 05, 2012

Amitabh Bachchan's best films in last ten years
by IANS
New Delhi: After going through a low phase, the career of megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who turns 70 Thursday, has been on a roll since 2000. From 'Mohabbatein' to 'Paa', the actor has brought various characters alive on screen in the last decade, which in some way or the other is close to reality. IANS lists Amitabh's most popular films in the last decade. Mohabbatein (2000): Directed by Aditya Chopra, this...  
12:17 PM, Oct 11, 2012

Deepika Padukone learning Garba for 'Ram Leela'
by IANS
Mumbai: Deepika Padukone is busy as a bee these days. From spending time with co-star Ranveer Singh to getting comfortable with the actor before shooting for Sanjay Leela Bhansali, to rehearsing her Garba steps vigorously for the five to six garba song-and-dances that she would have to perform in 'Ram Leela' -- her schedule is quite packed. For the last one week, she has been trying to master the Gujarati...  
06:16 PM, Sep 24, 2012

I'm happy that Sridevi likes my work: Deepika Mumbai: Deepika Padukone today welcomed Sridevi's praise of her work and said she admires the veteran actress, whose films she grew up watching. Sridevi, who is set to make a comeback with 'English Vinglish,' the debut directorial project of R Balki's wife Gauri, had recently said she liked Deepika among the current crop of female stars in Bollywood. "It is a huge compliment. She is someone I have admired. I...  
02:00 PM, Sep 19, 2012

Who will play Mary Kom in Bhansali's film?
by IANS
Mumbai: Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali is making a film on five-times world boxing Champion Mary Kom, who has no favourites when it comes to playing her on the big screen. Omang Kumar will direct the film, while Bhansali will back it as a producer. "I don't have any idea. The director and producer will decide. They will choose the best one. I am thankful to them," she said when asked...  
07:01 PM, Sep 11, 2012

Mary Kom: I cannot act, I can only box Mumbai: India's latest Olympic hero is hoping that a Bollywood movie on her life isn't just about the sweat, tears and grime. Mary Kom, five-time women's boxing world champion, won a bronze medal at the London Games, and her exploits will now be captured on the big screen. "I hope they show some romance in the film," the 29-year-old told Reuters in a phone interview. "That's also important, right?" The...  
02:05 PM, Aug 30, 2012

I'm happy that a film is being made on my life: Mary Kom

Apart from praise and recognition coming her way after the Olympic win, boxer Mary Kom is excited about filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali's plan to make a film based on her life. ...
11:49 PM, Aug 29, 2012

Sanjay Leela Bhansali looking for love at 49
by IANS
Mumbai: Sanjay Leela Bhansali is 49, a bachelor, and says he truly believes in the concept of his sister Bela Sehgal's directorial debut 'Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi', which deals with love between two 40-plus individuals. "I love Bela's concept of love striking two people who are seen as past the age of marriage. Love can strike at 45 or 85. I am 49, and I am still waiting...  
05:46 PM, Aug 26, 2012

Thought 'Shirin Farhad' would never get made: Farah New Delhi: Destiny played a major role in Farah Khan turning heroine with 'Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi'. When Farah was offered the role by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, she took it casually and said yes thinking the film would never go on floors. However, she was surprised when Bhansali reverted to her with the exact plan and shooting schedule. "I had no wish to become an actress though I...  
05:57 PM, Aug 16, 2012

Ram Leela: Kareena Kapoor plays 'desi' Juliet Mumbai: Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali was all set to make 'Ram Leela', a Gujarati version of Romeo and Juliet, with Kareena Kapoor as his leading lady. In the last few weeks, the film has created a lot of buzz after Bebo decided to drop out from the project citing date issues. Surprised at the news, Bhansali announced that as she was to wed Saif Ali Khan later this year, his...  
01:28 PM, Aug 05, 2012

I didn't get a ticket to watch 'Cocktail': Deepika Mumbai: When we finally managed to get through to Deepika Padukones cell, it was already 10 pm. Given that she had a hectic day in between shoots, it came as a pleasant surprise when Dippys voice came through from the other side, sounding fresh and chirpy. With her phone ringing nonstop ever since Cocktail released, the actress talks to us about her latest release and hoping to work with Sanjay...  
10:02 AM, Jul 21, 2012

Ekta Kapoor takes a dig at 'Devdas', Bhansali upset Mumbai: Ekta Kapoor's upcoming comedy sequel has pulled a spoof on several films. But looks like the makers have now rubbed Sanjay Leela Bhansali the wrong way with their act on Devdas. Apparently, the filmmaker is not at all amused with this antic. A source informs us, "Ektas upcoming film with Tusshar, Neha Sharma and Sarah Jane is a spoof on Bhansali with the song 'Dil dola re dola' playing...  
03:50 PM, Jul 20, 2012

Richa Chadha in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next? Mumbai: However, now we hear that Richa Chadha has been apparently approached to play the second female lead in the film. Incidentally, in her interview with us recently, Richa had told us about 11 offers that she had apparently received from different filmmakers post her performance in Anurag Kashyap's gangster film. A source claims that on her recent visit to SLB's office, she saw the posters of the film with...  
12:32 PM, Jul 19, 2012

Hit love stories inspire makers of  'Shirin Farhad' Mumbai: Makers of 'Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi', which marks choreographer-director Farah Khan's foray into acting, are banking on superhit Bollywood love stories to promote the film and generate audience interest. The first poster of the film, which also stars Boman Irani, was based on the iconic poster of 1994 Salman Khan-Madhuri Dixit starrer mega hit 'Hum Aapke Hain Kaun'. In the poster, Boman is shown wearing a white...  
01:04 PM, Jul 17, 2012

Priyanka to replace Kareena in 'Ram Leela'? Mumbai: Kareena Kapoor may have marched out of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming romance film, but the filmmaker is yet not ready to hang his head in disappointment. In fact, according to sources, he has bigger plans in place, the first step of which is to take lead actor Ranveer Singh on a trip to Gujarat to prep him for his role. Our source from the film says, "Bhansali is planning...  
12:53 PM, Jul 11, 2012

Hrithik, Sanjay Leela Bhansali to team up again New Delhi: 'Guzaarish' might have been a much-hyped film before its release, but its extremely dismal performance at the box office was also widely discussed. And after that, not many expected Hrithik Roshan to want to work with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali again. But looks like Hrithik is willing to let bygones be bygones and sources say the actor could be gearing up to work with Bhansali again. Our sources...  
10:55 AM, Jul 02, 2012

Bollybuzz: Bhansali, Kareena finally come together for 'Ram Leela'

Meanwhile, both Arjun Kapoor who debuted with 'Ishaqzaade' and Malayalam star Prithviraj who makes his Bollywood debut with 'Aiyaa' have reportedly been signed on for YRF's 'Aurangzeb'. ...
05:34 PM, Jun 13, 2012