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Fawad Khan and Sonam Kapoor in Jhalak Dikhhla Ja show

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Pakistani Fawad Khan and sonam Kapoor In Jhalak dikhhla Ja Watch Online Full Show. Fawad Khan and Sonam Full Show Jhalak Dikhhla Ja to Prmote Film tere Approaching Motion picture Khoobsurat which will discharge on September 19, 2014.

Khoobsurat unique motion picture gives to Sonam Kapoor and Fawad Khan starrer and khoobsurat are on an insane activity. Keeping in mind the Vips are talk the splendid sentiments outlined around the film, they were recently distinguished publicizing the film on the spots of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa.

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Fawad Khan and Sonam Full Show Jhalak Dikhhla Ja

Fawad Khan and Sonam Full Show Jhalak Dikhhla Ja

A well-known moving truth show, Jhalak gives a far reaching framework to Vips to publicize their films and there we had both the famous people of Khoobsurat prompting the entire fun on the showcase.

Sonam who appeared splendid in a wonderful light red improvement by Anita Dongre made beyond any doubt to keep no sidestep in encountering her entire minute there. Also connected with her in the entire craziness spilled on the presentation was scrambling acting proficient Fawad Khan.

Indeed the ever-so-beguiling mixture of the showcase, Manish John was done with his witty-clever appeal on the presentation. To make the emotions all the more energetic, the staggering ladies there, Sonam and Madhuri moved and stacked style and tastefulness circulating everywhere.

Delivered by father Anil Kapoor, sis Rhea Kapoor and Sidharth Roy Kapur, Khoobsurat famous people Sonam Kapoor as the reason. The film associated with the classification of cherishing and insane and has got Fawad Khan, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Kirron Kher, Ratna Pathak Shah in other imperative figures.

Khoobsurat is trained by 'Fast Weapon Murugan' prevalence Shashanka Ghosh
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Pakistani actress Humaima Malik signs a 3-film contract in Mumbai

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Mumbai: another nation, another industry and new individuals. It's the begin of another profession for Pakistani on-screen character Humaima Malik. The performer, who is a superstar in her own particular nation, is currently checking days to the arrival of her first Bollywood film Raja Natwarlal. It appears to be going useful for the performer as we hear she has gotten to be much looked for after among our desi producers as well.

The performer says, "I have a three-film contract with Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The main film is yet to start however I have as of now been joined. I figure he is gotten up to speed with P.k. presently." There was a buzz that UTV had backpedaled on their assertion of marking her for three movies. Humaima denies that. "That is not genuine," she says. "I've heard this before however genuinely its all sham. I have no issues with UTV or Emraan Hashmi. I was marked by UTV for one and only film," she includes.

With such a great amount of work under control, would she consider moving to India for good? "I think I have officially moved to India for good," she says with a chuckle. "Sometime in the past I used to juggle between London, Dubai and Pakistan. Presently, India has gotten to be second home," she includes. Considering Pakistani performing artists like Meera and Veena Malik haven't been fruitful in Bollywood, does Humaima dread dismissal? "The extent that I know, the last Pakistani on-screen character who made a fruitful introduction in Bollywood was Zeba Bhaktiyar.

I don't know of another Pakistani performer in Hindi film. I'd like to emulate Zeba's example. I'm dumbfounded about supposed Pakistani performing artists in Hindi movies," says Humaima.
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No better shooting locale than Kashmir: Kabir Khan


No better shooting locale than Kashmir: Kabir Khan
Gulmarg: There is no outdoor location in the world more beautiful and enchanting than Kashmir and nothing can beat the magic of Gulmarg in winter, director Kabir Khan said Friday.

Kabir Khan is currently directing Sajid Nadiadwala`s thriller ‘Phantom’, based on the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai and their fallout.

The film has Saif Ali Khan and Katrina Kaif in the lead roles.

In an exclusive chat, Kabir Khan said that for many years Bollywood could not come to Kashmir because of the situation, but now every filmmaker is trying to make up for the lost time.

"There is no outdoor location as beautiful and enchanting as Kashmir and there is nothing that can beat the magic of Gulmarg during the winters," he said.

"We have been shooting here for the last few days and we intend to complete soon."

"`Phantom` should hit the theatres before the end of this year. I am sure it would be received very well," Khan said.

The film has also been shot in Beirut in Lebanon.

Khan has previously directed blockbusters like ‘Kabul Express’, ‘New York’ and ‘Ek Tha Tiger’.

Khan started his career with documentaries like ‘The Forgotten Army’ in 1999, a documentary on the Indian National Army of Subhash Chandra Bose.

He later made ‘Taliban years and beyond’ and ‘The Titanic sinks in Kabul’.

He said he has always liked working in Kashmir and it was something spiritually refreshing and rejuvenating.

"Yes, Kashmir has a spiritual value addition for anyone who comes to do creative work here. There is no doubt about this and one has to come and work here to notice this," Khan said.

With the improvement in the law and order situation, more Bollywood directors are coming here to shoot their films.

In 2013, ‘Haider’, an adaptation of William Shakespeare`s ‘Hamlet’ directed by Vishal Bhardwaj was shot here for over two months.
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Sunny Leone credits husband for success

Sunny Leone credits husband for success
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Mumbai: From being an adult film actress to creating waves in Bollywood, Sunny Leone has come a long way in the past few years. The Indo-Canadian talent credits her husband Daniel Weber for her success.

The duo got married in 2011.

"I would have been nothing if Daniel wasn`t by my side," Sunny said during the shooting of ‘Breakfast to Dinner’.

She said that at first, “I wanted him to reject me, so I went late for my first date with Daniel."

But destiny had other plans for them.

Sunny said that she owes her husband, who is also her manager, as he stood beside her through thick and thin.

A known name in the world of pornography, Sunny made inroads into Indian entertainment when she participated in reality show ‘Bigg Boss 5’. Her appearance on the show set the ball rolling for her as far as getting work in Bollywood was concerned.

Sunny, whose real name is Karen Malhotra, got her first break with 2012 film ‘Jism 2’. Following that, she was seen in a special song in ‘Shootout at Wadala’ and then a full-fledged role in ‘Jackpot’.

She is looking forward to the release of ‘Ragini MMS 2’ later this year and hopes that the Indian film fraternity and the audience accept her in different roles and take her seriously as a performer.

The episode of ‘Breakfast To Dinner’, featuring Sunny will air Sunday.
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When Salman Khan dressed and undressed Sunny Leone

At the 20th Life OK Screen Awards, it was Sunny Leone and Salman Khan who sole the show with their funny conversation. While Sunny thought Salman how to wear a wig, Salman on the other hand thought Sunny to drape a sari.
Salman tells Sunny “Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye”.
Sunny Leone tells Salman “Voh jo byte ho Jai Ho ka mujhe please dikha do”.
Salman says, “Jaise sari pehenne mein madat ki, sari utarne mein bhi madat karoon”.
Sunny says, “My dream come true”.
Salman asks Jacqueline, “Shouldn’t you know Hindi?”
Check out for photo’s of Salman Khan teaches Sunny Leone how to drape a saree here on Bollywood Celebden.
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Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Hum wish kartehain aapko issi tarah yash milta rahe aur ek din Yash Raj ki film bhi mil jaaye
Salman Khan teaches Sunny Leone how to drape a saree
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Alia Bhatt’s the new tattoo girl in B-town


footsteps of Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt is latest to get inked. The Highway babe has got the word “Pataka” tattooed on the nape of her neck and she flaunted it with style at the 59th India Filmfare nomination bash.
Really Alia, Pataka of all the words? Well, the actress has refused to reveal if the design is a temporary or permanent one. On being probed again and again, she said, “It’s supposed to be a surprise. I won’t even say if it’s temporary or permanent.”
Apparently, when the shutterbugs went clickety click, the actress immediately covered it with her locks. It is heard that Alia’s new tattoo is for a song in her upcoming flick Highway, which is also titled Pataka.
Meanwhile, many B-town actors are spotted flaunting the most interesting designs in tinsel town.
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Why was Salman Khan emotional on the sets of DID?

Salman Khan and his Jai Ho co-star Daisy Shah recently visited the sets of the popular reality show Dance India Dance. At the show, the macho hunk showed his emotional side when he fought back tears after Manan and Sumedh’s performance.
“You guys have gone way beyond just entertaining us,” said Salman, “You’ve made us remember all those people who’ve helped us reach where we are in life today. You’ve got us all emotional today.”
“I had never thought I’d be here one day as a judge, with him on the set as a celebrity judge. I am obliged to be sitting here in front of him and judging talent and, in fact, also presenting a few acts,” added the show’s judge Mudassar.
Meanwhile, the actor who visited Gujarat on Uttarayan to promote his film, said he loves Gujarat. The 47 year old said “I have always wanted to be a part of this festival and feel the spirit which is unique to Gujarat. Besides, Gujarat has a special place for me personally as well as professionally. I have always got a good response from the audience in Gujarat and I wanted to make sure that I am there to meet my fans at the right time. Also Jai Ho has a strong Gujarati connect, so I wanted to connect with Gujaratis at a time when they are in a celebratory mood and be a part of those celebrations.”
The Salman-special episode of Dance India Dance airs tonight at 9 on Zee TV.
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B-Town mourns death of 'full of life' Sunanda Pushkar

Sunanda Pushkar

Bollywood celebs shocked and grief-stricken at the untimely demise of Union Minister Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar

Asha Bhosle
Bollywood celebrities like Asha Bhosle, Sridevi and Shabana Azmi have expressed shock and grief at the “sudden” and “unfortunate” demise of Indian Minister of State for Human Resources Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar. They remember her as an exuberant person with a zest for life.

Sunanda, who was active in social circuits, was found dead in a New Delhi hotel room Friday night.
Here's what the celebrities posted on Twitter Saturday:
Asha Bhosle: Shocked to hear news about Sunanda. Condolences to Shri. Shashi Tharoor and family of Sunanda Pushkar.
Sridevi: Saddened by the unfortunate demise of a warm, affectionate, vibrant and good soul. RIP Sunanda Pushkar.
Shabana Azmi: Deeply saddened by Sunanda's tragic passing away. She was warm, lively and very affectionate. Heartfelt condolences to the family.
Farhan Akhtar: Sunanda Pushkar's untimely demise is tragic. RIP. Deepest condolences to Shashi Tharoor and family.
Juhi Chawla: Shocked to hear about Sunanda Pushkar. Seems like yesterday she was with us at all Kolkata Knight Riders matches in Kolkata...cheering and cheerful.
Riteish Deshmukh: Deeply saddened and shocked. RIP Sunanda Tharoor. Heartfelt condolences to the family.
Soha Ali Khan: Shocked to hear about Sunanda, she was so full of life and energy, she lit up the room. I can't believe it. My deepest condolences to her family.
Javed Akhtar: It is shocking that some one like Sunanda, full of zest for life, full of joy and happiness is no more. Deepest condolence to Shashiji.
Genelia Deshmukh: RIP Sunanda Pushkar Tharoor. Prayers and condolences to the family.
Ritesh Sidhwani: Saddened to hear about Sunanda Pushkar, may she rest in peace. My condolence to Shashi Tharoor.
Shekhar Kapur: Sunanda Tharoor what a tragedy! And so sudden. I left Delhi hotel listening to Shashi speak at 7.30 p.m., landed in Mumbai to hear of her death.
Madhur Bhandarkar: Shocked and saddened to hear about Sunanda Tharoor. She was one of the most vibrant and nicest people around. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Anupam Kher: Sunanda Pushkar lived life on her terms. She was larger than life. Had a great sense of humour. Shocking...feel bad for her family and her son.
Sonu Sood: Shocked to hear about Sunanda Pushkar...life is so unpredictable. RIP.
Kunal Kohli: People living in public gaze have it very tough, we don't realise the pressure we cope with, till a day (when) we just can't cope, RIP Sunanda Pushkar.
Vivek Oberoi: Shocked to hear about Sunanda, such a vibrant, beautiful person, full of life and exuberance...gone too soon!
Neha Dhupia: Shocking news about Sunanda Pushkar. A person so full of life, can't believe she's gone. Heartfelt condolences to Shashi Tharoor and the family.
Kailash Kher: Shocked to hear Sunanda Pushkar's sudden tragic demise, was supposed to perform for their event in Dubai, uncertain life, RIP Sunanda...prayers.
Sophie Choudhry: Sunanda Tharoor, so full of life and love. Just not able to come to terms with this news. Wish it weren't true. RIP beautiful...love and prayers.
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Jai Ho star Salman Khan stood in a Que to book Sholay 3D tickets!

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and the Team Jai Ho went to a suburban theater to watch recently released Sholay 3D which is receiving rave reviews for its fabulous 3D refreshed scenes. According to a source close to Salman, it was the Sallu’s treat for the entire unit of Jai Ho for wrapping up the movie with wonderful quality.
Salman Khan is doing everything possible to appear in public places just like a common man to promote his upcoming flick Jai Ho, the story of which revolves around a common man. He even stood in the queue at the box office to buy a ticket for himself and the team. No surprises to see why the Dabangg Khan booked his tickets waiting in the que instead of taking a convenient route of online booking!
He said to the media, “We have come to watch Sholay because we want to get the whole idea of watching films in theaters (as the custom was) back then. Sholay is an epic film and I have come to represent my father for the amazing work he has done. I hope Jai Ho is like a patch of this film and that we have learnt well from my father.” It was Salman’s father Salim Khan who co-wrote Sholay with Javed Akhtar. The most successful writer duo of yesteryear, Salim-Javed wrote many iconic films of the 70′s and 80′s.
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Bollywood actors with tattoos: Part 1!

rs have a life beyond lights, camera, action! They have a personal space where they are just a normal person doing normal things. One such thing is getting a tattoo. While some get a tattoo to celebrate their love, some get it just just for the heck of it! We will tell you which B-own celeb got what etched on their body, Bollywood actors with tattoos!

priyanka Chopra

priyanka chopra
The cutest tattoo that a daughter could get for her father! Daddy’s lil girl, that is what Priyanka Chopra’s tattoo reads and the best part is that the tattoo is in her fathers handwriting! We all know how close PC was with her father, this s a nice way of reminding her that he will always be by her side no matter what!

Deepika PadukoneDeepika Padukone


The most controversial tattoo. Deepika padukone and Ranbir were madly and love and when they were dating, DP got his initials etched on the nape of her neck. When they broke up there was a lot of speculation if DP would take the tattoo off or not, but she didn’t. Her tattoo reads RK.
Esha Deol

Esha Deol


Though she did’t make the right carer choice, she sure did make the right choice when she got the Gayatri Mantra tattooed on her back!

Prateik and Amy jackson

Prateik and Amy jackson
God alone knows what bug bit them that they went to get each others names tattooed on their forearms! It reads “Mera pyaar, Meri Amy” and “Mera Pyaar, Mera Prateik. Worst part is that they broke up! Wonder what they did to their tattoos!

Saif Ali Khan

Saif Ali Khan
Saif got his Begums name tattooed on his forearm, Kareena, in Hindi! There is no better way to exhibit love than by getting it permanently inked on your body!
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What has Irrfan Khan got to do with John Abraham’s date issues?

If Irrfan Khan wants to blame one person in the industry because of whom he is no longer voluntarily unemployed, it has to Johan Abraham.
John was supposed to start shooting for Nishikan Kamat’s directorial venture Rocky Handsome this month. However, the dates for Kamat’s film clashed with Anees Bazmee’s Welcome Back.
The movie is said to be inspired by Arvind Kejriwal’s aam aadmi movement. Says director Nishikant Kamat, “When John was unable to shoot with me, I was at a loose end. Suddenly everything fell into place. I had this script for two years that I wanted to make with Irrfan in the lead. And look at the coincidence! Irrfan had his dates diary empty. He was on the look-out for a film that would interest him. I guess this project was destined to happen.”
The yet-to-be-titled Irrfan Khan starrer would be completed by March. Nishkant starts Rocky Handome with John Abraham from March 15. Says the director, “The Irrfan film is very much in the realistic space that I attempted in Dombivali Fast and Mumbai Meri Jaan. It’s real gritty and song-less, quite a culture shock for me after completing the Marathi film Lai Bhaari which is in the Rowdy Rathore space and has six songs.”
2014 will see three releases from Nishikant Kamat. “It just happened. The Irrfan starrer I am doing was never intended to start now. Then there is Rocky Handsome with John. My Marathi film Laal Bhaari with Riteish Deshmukh is also releasing this year. So I’ll have three films this year. I may disappear for three years after that.“
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Kalki Koechlin and Huma Qureshi in one frame! Whatever happened to all the rumors!

Anurag Kashyap and Kalki Koechlin parted ways late last year and the reason for their separation was touted to be the ‘Gangs Of Wasseypur’ actress Huma Qureshi.
Even though Kalki and Anurag have denied it a couple of times that Huma was nowhere involved, the media refused to believe and kept writing about her being the culprit. But now, this will not anymore. Putting rumours to rest about any kind of animosity between them, Kalki Koechlin and Huma Qureshi posed together for the shutterbugs, at the recently held Screen Awards.
The ladies were seen bonding together and laughing away to glory, therefore telling the media indirectly, to get a life.
Meanwhile, Huma picked Nikhil Thampi for the Awards night. Side-swept hair helped show off the Atelier Mon ear cuff and ankle-strap peep-toes finished out her look, and on the other hand, Kalki chose the 6 yard, part silk, part sheer by the same designer. Her hair was done up in an updo, black pumps and a pair of Amrapali earrings .completed her look.
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Is Sujoy Ghosh remaking a Satyajit Ray film with Vidya Balan?

There were reports that Sujoy Ghosh, the National Award winning film-maker who earlier wrote, produced and directed Vidya Balan’s hit thriller Kahaani; was planning on remaking Satyajit Ray’s film Aranyer Din Ratri (Days and Nights in the Forest). When asked about it, he says the film’s ideology suits the 1970′s more than the present times and that is the reason he dropped the project.
Sujoy told a leading daily, “It wouldn’t make sense to make a period drama since we already have Ray’s classics.”
There were rumors that his next film with Vidya was based on Durga Shakti Nagpal, the civil servant who reacted against corruption, and was subsequently suspended and later reinstated by the UP government. Ghosh rubbished this and said “Utterly, absolutely rubbish, it’s a brand new script. It is a thriller that stars Irrfan Khan and Vidya Balan.”
When asked if it is a sequel to Kahaani, “No it isn’t; this is another story. Nevertheless, a sequel to Kahaani would be an exciting proposition but Kahaani 2, Kahaani 3, Kahaani 4, how long can I go on without getting bored out of my head?” was his reply…
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Anurag and Huma share a warm hug at a film screening! Kalki, are you listening!

Anurag Kashayap and Kalki Koechlin have separated and if strong rumors are to be believed, Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi’s friendship with Anurag is the main reason for them parting ways. However, the The Gangs of Wasseypur actress has denied all the rumors.
The latest we hear is, good friends Anurag and Huma recently met at a movie screening, and greeted each other with a warm hug. They seemed pretty comfortable in each others company, not caring even one bit about what the world was talking about them.
Meanwhile,Anurag and Kalki have issued a joint statement asking the media to respect their privacy at the moment, and that they were not divorcing but just separating for a while.
“Me and Kalki are separating, we are taking time off from each other to figure things out. We are not divorcing. We request the media to please respect our privacy and give us our space and not speculate. Thank you, Kalki and Anurag,” read the couples statement.
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What is too hot for the hottie Priyanka Chopra?

Looks like there is something so scorching that even the scorching Priyanka Chopra can’t handle it. While shooting for Yash Raj Film’s Gunday in Oman, Priyanka Chopra suffered from a severe heat rash.
“The scorching temperature in Oman and the sandstorms affected my skin and I ended up with rashes,” said Piggy Chops. But she didn’t stop the shoot. “As they say, the show must go on and I decided to complete the shooting before seeking medication,” she added.
Last year, while shooting for the Mary Kom biopic in Manali, a bug bit her and she developed a rash. She got really paranoid about the bugs and called off the Manali shoot; which was eventually shot at a studio in Mumbai. Looks like she’s learnt to be a bit more professional.
It was probably a relief to the makers of Gunday when she told them she would finish the shoot.
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Anil Kapoor and Dimple to redo “Tera Saath Hai..” in Welcome Back?

The song Tera Saath Hai Kithna Pyaara from the film Jaanbaaz was perhaps the most raunchy thing seen on mainstream cinema during the time the film was released. The song showed Dimple Kapadia and Anil Kapoor rolling in hay on what seemed like the extreme throes of passion.
While Dimple looked ravishingly hot in her cow-girl avatar, Anil Kapoor’s look was a different story altogether. He looked like a cross between the bigfoot and a grizzly bear who had walked into a barber’s store and shot the barber before he could finish.
Decades later, the two will be seen together on screen in the upcoming film Welcome Back. The film-maker Anees Bazmee has decided to get the chemistry between them again in a reprise of that song. Reports say the two will roll in hay again, just like the original song. Back then the two were young and (for the lack of a better word) nubile. Will they be able to scorch the screen again or will it make us shut our eyes in agony?
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Breaking: Salman Khan’s chosen Dubai for Jai Ho world premier!

Bollywood super Salman Khan has chosen Dubai for the world premier of his highly awaited film Jai Ho. If the film’s co producer Parvez Khan is to go by, the red carpet roll call will see Khan, his lead heroine Daisy Shah and director Sohail Khan at Meydan Imax. The Dabangg actor who is presently busy on a multi-city tour for his film’s promotion is expected to entertain the audiences in Dubai. Although the premiere is an invites-only event, a stage will be erected for the fans to get a better view of the actor before Khan is greeted into the theatre. Jai Ho is a remake of South Indian film Stalin, is about the power of an ordinary man, which sees Salman fight through injustice in society.
We are pretty sure Dubai will get all suited up for the even once Jai Ho star is there for his film’s premiere and promotions.
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Bipasha Basu launches her new fitness DVD

Bipasha Basu

Bipasha Basu at her fitness DVD launch at Prabhadevi. Pic/Satyajit Desai


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Spotted: Jaya Bachchan with Tina Ambani at a wedding reception

Jaya Bachchan and Tina Ambani

From left: Jaya Bachchan and Tina Ambani at the wedding reception of chef Hemant Oberoi's son at a hotel in Colaba. Pic/Satyajit Desai



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'Suchitra Sen said no to Satyajit Ray'

more about the ethereal beauty, Suchitra Sen, who passed away yesterday in Kolkata

 Suchitra Sen 1931-2014
Suchitra Sen allegedly did not accept the Dadasaheb Phalke award in 2005 because it required her to make a public appearance. Sen, 82, who had been ailing for a while, passed away yesterday in Kolkata.

 Suchitra Sen
The Bengali actress, who has also featured in several Hindi films, stopped stepping out in public since the late ’70s, and went on to the life of a recluse. Barring her family -- that includes daughter Moon Moon and granddaughters Raima and Riya -- only West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee got to meet the Mahanayika -- as the CM described her -- when she was in hospital.
Says veteran Bengali filmmaker Buddhadeb Dasgupta, “We lost her the day she decided to be a recluse. She remained a mystery and the only memory we have of her is through her films. She had refused Satyajit Ray; she never worked with leading Bengali filmmakers like Ritwik Ghatak and Mrinal Sen. I could never make a film with her -- she would just not fit in. She belonged to the old school of acting.”
Late auteur Satyajit Ray’s son Sandip Ray reminisces, “My father wanted to make the film Chaudhurani with her in the 1960s. She did not do the project and ultimately, the film was never made. I have seen her, but have not interacted with her. My memories of her are of the several Bengali films she did with Uttam Kumar.”
Sen made her Hindi film debut in 1955 as Paro in Bimal Roy’s Devdas, in which she starred with Dilip Kumar. The thespian reminisces, “I have a distinct memory of Suchitra as a demure lady and an actress who sprang to life the minute the camera was focused on her. She had a an inborn sense of timing and pace that made her responses in the more intense scenes of Devdas absolutely apt and remarkable.
We were on the same wavelength while doing our emotional scenes and like me, she, too, did her mental preparation seriously and diligently. She was rather quiet by nature but there were times when she surprised us with her sense of humour and enjoyed a good laugh. I would say she was among the simplest and nicest leading ladies I have worked with.”
Sen had been paired opposite Dev Anand in Bambai ka Babu (1960) and with Ashok Kumar and Dharmendra in Mamta (1966). Her 1975 Hindi film, Aandhi, starring Sanjeev Kumar and directed by Gulzar, sparked a controversy as it was believed to be based on the life of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
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