In this exclusive interview RajKumar Santoshi talks with Subhash K Jha on the return of the Salman Khan, Aamir Khan comedy, Andaz Apna Apna called me to inform me that they are planning to re-release 500 prints. I am very happy, of course. Why wouldn’t I be? The love and devotion that the film has collected over the years is beyond anything I’ve seen. Now, all those who love the film and were not there when it was first released would be able to see and enjoy it on the big screen.
Is it your favourite film from your repertoire?
It is my most popular film for sure. But I have other favourites. I like my work in most of my films, including Ghayal, Ghatak, Khakee, and Lajja, which I know is your favorite. Andaz Apna Apna is special for two reasons.
And they are?
One is because we...
Is it your favourite film from your repertoire?
It is my most popular film for sure. But I have other favourites. I like my work in most of my films, including Ghayal, Ghatak, Khakee, and Lajja, which I know is your favorite. Andaz Apna Apna is special for two reasons.
And they are?
One is because we...
- 2/13/2025
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
It has been 30 Years since Raj Kumar Santoshi‘s comedy Andaz Apna Apna hit the big screen. Starringthe incredible cast of Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Raveena Tandon, Karisma Kapoor, Paresh Rawal, and Shakti Kapoor the film today is a cult classic.
Speaking with Subhash K Jha, Raj Kumar Santoshi looks back at Andaz Apna Apna which is consideres his most iconic film.
Would you say Andaz Apna Apna is your most important film to date?
In terms of reach and durability? Yes , I would go with that. It is a more important film than Ghayal, Ghatak or Lajja, my serious films. Laughter has a longer life. I am so glad Andaz Apna Apna is able to provide laughter for generations. Today when I see the kind comedy that is doing well, I feel very depressed. There is no dignity in what they are serving up as comedy. I may not...
Speaking with Subhash K Jha, Raj Kumar Santoshi looks back at Andaz Apna Apna which is consideres his most iconic film.
Would you say Andaz Apna Apna is your most important film to date?
In terms of reach and durability? Yes , I would go with that. It is a more important film than Ghayal, Ghatak or Lajja, my serious films. Laughter has a longer life. I am so glad Andaz Apna Apna is able to provide laughter for generations. Today when I see the kind comedy that is doing well, I feel very depressed. There is no dignity in what they are serving up as comedy. I may not...
- 11/8/2024
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
News Wrap April 23, 2024: Arti Singh’s Haldi, Srk As Don, Priyanka Rules Instagram & More! (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Entertainment news is buzzing today! Fans are in a frenzy with the release of the action-packed teaser for Rajinikanth’s upcoming film “Coolie.” Meanwhile, actress Arti Singh is glowing after her vibrant Haldi ceremony. On the Bollywood front, Shah Rukh Khan is set to return to his iconic Don persona in the movie “King.” Chunky Panday is beaming with pride as his daughter Ananya continues to carve her own path in the industry. In a surprising revelation, Manisha Koirala expresses regret over rejecting a film alongside Madhuri Dixit. And finally, Priyanka Chopra Jonas solidifies her social media dominance, reigning supreme as the most followed Bollywood actress on Instagram. It’s a whirlwind of emotions and exciting announcements in the world of entertainment today!
Rajinikanth’s Coolie Teaser Sparks Fan Excitement
The teaser...
Entertainment news is buzzing today! Fans are in a frenzy with the release of the action-packed teaser for Rajinikanth’s upcoming film “Coolie.” Meanwhile, actress Arti Singh is glowing after her vibrant Haldi ceremony. On the Bollywood front, Shah Rukh Khan is set to return to his iconic Don persona in the movie “King.” Chunky Panday is beaming with pride as his daughter Ananya continues to carve her own path in the industry. In a surprising revelation, Manisha Koirala expresses regret over rejecting a film alongside Madhuri Dixit. And finally, Priyanka Chopra Jonas solidifies her social media dominance, reigning supreme as the most followed Bollywood actress on Instagram. It’s a whirlwind of emotions and exciting announcements in the world of entertainment today!
Rajinikanth’s Coolie Teaser Sparks Fan Excitement
The teaser...
- 4/23/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
Bollywood fans are in for a treat as three of the most celebrated names in the industry are joining hands for an epic partition drama titled Lahore: 1947. Aamir Khan, who is known for his perfectionism and versatility, will produce the film under his banner Aamir Khan Productions. Sunny Deol, who has delivered some of the most iconic performances in films like Ghayal, Damini and Ghatak, will play the lead role in the film. Rajkumar Santoshi, who has directed classics like Andaz Apna Apna, Lajja and The Legend of Bhagat Singh, will helm the project as the director.
Lahore: 1947 is said to be based on the acclaimed Punjabi play “Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya O Jamyai Nai” by Asghar Wajahat, which depicts the story of a Hindu family that refuses to leave their home in Lahore during the partition. The film will explore the themes of communal harmony, human values and patriotism...
Lahore: 1947 is said to be based on the acclaimed Punjabi play “Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya O Jamyai Nai” by Asghar Wajahat, which depicts the story of a Hindu family that refuses to leave their home in Lahore during the partition. The film will explore the themes of communal harmony, human values and patriotism...
- 10/3/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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Film and TV actor Samir Soni recalled working with Bhagyashree and how hesitant she was while shooting a romantic scene with him. He said: “Let me tell you about my first shoot experience with Bhagyashree. Back then, Bhagyashree and I were working on a film, and in the film, I had a big scar on my face, and she was blind, and we fell in love with each other. We were shooting a honeymoon night scene when we were asked to bring some romance to the scene. I was getting closer to her, but she was running away.”
Samir is known for working in TV shows like ‘Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin’, ‘Kumkum’, ‘Parichay’, ‘Darr Sabko Lagta Hai’, ‘Khauff Begins’, and many more. He also acted in films such as ‘China Gate’, ‘Lajja’, ‘Baghban’, ‘Dil Kya Chahta Hai’, ‘Vivah’, ‘Fashion’, ‘I Hate Luv Storys’, ‘Student Of The Year 2’, among others.
Samir is known for working in TV shows like ‘Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin’, ‘Kumkum’, ‘Parichay’, ‘Darr Sabko Lagta Hai’, ‘Khauff Begins’, and many more. He also acted in films such as ‘China Gate’, ‘Lajja’, ‘Baghban’, ‘Dil Kya Chahta Hai’, ‘Vivah’, ‘Fashion’, ‘I Hate Luv Storys’, ‘Student Of The Year 2’, among others.
- 4/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Madhu Kandhari, who is best known for ‘Hush Hush’, ‘Delhi Crime 2’ and ‘Pal Pal Dil ke Paas’, is now being seen as Nirmala Devi in ‘Gandhi Godse: Ek Yudh’, helmed by director Rajkumar Santoshi. The actress talked about her character and her experience of working with film’s director Rajkumar Santoshi.
Praising Santoshi, Madhu said: “He is an institution himself. He cries if the character is crying, he laughs and giggles when the character is funny while explaining the scenes. He even danced with the small kids and showed them the spirit in one particular scene during the film.”
She noted: “His style of filmmaking is unique and the world knows it already with films like ‘Legend of Bhagat Singh’, ‘Andaz Apna Apna’, ‘Damini’, ‘Ghatak’, ‘Lajja’ and ‘Ajab Prem ki Gajab Kahani’. His cuts across genres and connects with the audience like no one else.”
Continuing on her association with Santoshi,...
Praising Santoshi, Madhu said: “He is an institution himself. He cries if the character is crying, he laughs and giggles when the character is funny while explaining the scenes. He even danced with the small kids and showed them the spirit in one particular scene during the film.”
She noted: “His style of filmmaking is unique and the world knows it already with films like ‘Legend of Bhagat Singh’, ‘Andaz Apna Apna’, ‘Damini’, ‘Ghatak’, ‘Lajja’ and ‘Ajab Prem ki Gajab Kahani’. His cuts across genres and connects with the audience like no one else.”
Continuing on her association with Santoshi,...
- 1/29/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
It's Kabir Khan's film for Salman Khan next Eid. While for Diwali 2017, Salman is doing Raj Kumar Santoshi's next which Salman's sister Alvira will produce. Salman Khan loves to do the unexpected. Whispers from Galaxy, his home in Bandra Mumbai, suggested that Salman would no longer work in his family's home productions. This belief was further strengthened when Arbaaz Khan's Dabangg 3 was put on hold. But now Salman is doing a film for his family again. Yes, he will star in a film to be produced by his sister Alvira and brother-in-law Atul Agnihotri. Most surprisingly this film, to be released during Diwali 2017, will be directed by Salman's Andaz Apna Apna director Raj Kumar Santoshi. The brilliant director of Lajja, Damini, Ghayal and Ghatak has been out of circulation for several years. His last directed film was the failed comedy Phata Poster Nikla Hero in 2013, after which...
- 4/12/2016
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
It's a rare phenomenon to see two actresses gyrating together on-screen and very few filmmakers have achieved that! So whenever it happens it's a double bonanza for the patrons! With the news of Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone's dance face-off in the upcoming film Bajirao Mastani out, it has once again excited us like it did when the following actress jodishad come together on celluloid to burn the dance floor! Take a look...
Madhuri Dixit and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in Devdas:Madhuri and Aishwarya's famous number 'Dola Re Dola' created history as it saw the two topnotch actresses dancing gracefully. Their jugalbandi is till date remembered!
Madhuri Dixit and Karisma Kapoor in Dil Toh Pagal Hai:Though the hotties grooved on the instrumental 'Dance of Envy', their dance face-off was one of the highlights of the blockbuster film.
Madhuri Dixit and Manisha Koirala in Lajja:The film was...
Madhuri Dixit and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in Devdas:Madhuri and Aishwarya's famous number 'Dola Re Dola' created history as it saw the two topnotch actresses dancing gracefully. Their jugalbandi is till date remembered!
Madhuri Dixit and Karisma Kapoor in Dil Toh Pagal Hai:Though the hotties grooved on the instrumental 'Dance of Envy', their dance face-off was one of the highlights of the blockbuster film.
Madhuri Dixit and Manisha Koirala in Lajja:The film was...
- 4/21/2015
- GlamSham
She is a fine actress, complete with mega dancing skills. Starlet Madhuri Dixit Nene has completed a glorious 30 years in the Bollywood industry! We at BollySpice, feel that 30 years is a long feat and surely must be celebrated!
When you hear the name Madhuri, you instantly remember her charming smile that lights up the screen and her amazing grace. Madhuri has worked in many films such as Dil Toh Pagal Hain, Anjaam, Ram Lakhan, Tezaab, Devdas, Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam to name but a few!
Madhuri began her filmi career with the art film Abodh, where she played the innocent character of a newly wedded wife who was not aware of the many changes that come with marriage. She was highly appreciated for her performance. Despite a few initial failures at the box office, Madhuri always bounced back. The film Tezaab became the turning point of her career. Her character...
When you hear the name Madhuri, you instantly remember her charming smile that lights up the screen and her amazing grace. Madhuri has worked in many films such as Dil Toh Pagal Hain, Anjaam, Ram Lakhan, Tezaab, Devdas, Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam to name but a few!
Madhuri began her filmi career with the art film Abodh, where she played the innocent character of a newly wedded wife who was not aware of the many changes that come with marriage. She was highly appreciated for her performance. Despite a few initial failures at the box office, Madhuri always bounced back. The film Tezaab became the turning point of her career. Her character...
- 8/31/2014
- by Jem Raj
- Bollyspice
“There are a number of reasons why you may be tempted to watch Gulaab Gang. They include the fact that it is a women-oriented film; the powerful action sequences that have been displayed via the promos; as well as the fact that it brings two legends of Indian Cinema together for the first time. Starring Madhuri Dixit Nene and Juhi Chawla in the leading roles, Gulaab Gang did have some enjoyable moments, but it is ultimately a film that was not as exciting. It’s disappointing to have to report this, given that there is so much excitement surrounding this film in particular. I very much appreciate women-oriented films as they are integral in the shaping and development of Indian Cinema. Past contributors include Mother India (1957), Pakeezah (1972), Chandni (1989), Zubeidaa (2001) and Kahaani (2012). I really wanted Gulaab Gang to be on the list of the greatest women-oriented films of all time. However,...
- 3/9/2014
- by BollySpice Team
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, Nov 20: Actress Manisha Koirala is down with jaundice but her manager confirms she is on the road to recovery.
"Manisha is taking rest now. She is recovering from jaundice. She is absolutely fine. In fact, she has already recovered," Manisha's manager Subroto Ghosh told Ians.
She was reportedly planning to return to work from mid-November, but this has now been delayed.
Manisha, popular for her roles in movies like "Saudagar", "Bombay" and "Lajja", had undergone treatment for ovarian cancer in New York and is now free of the disease.
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"Manisha is taking rest now. She is recovering from jaundice. She is absolutely fine. In fact, she has already recovered," Manisha's manager Subroto Ghosh told Ians.
She was reportedly planning to return to work from mid-November, but this has now been delayed.
Manisha, popular for her roles in movies like "Saudagar", "Bombay" and "Lajja", had undergone treatment for ovarian cancer in New York and is now free of the disease.
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- 11/20/2013
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
The prolific Rajkumar Santoshi who is ready to release his comic actioner Phata Poster Nikhla Hero is appalled and bewildered by reports that he is all set to make a sequel to his 1994 comedy Andaz Apna Apna, and that he's unable to do because the film's producer has the rights. Immersed in sending off prints of his film to overseas, Santoshi protests, "First of all, if I want to make a sequel to Andaz Apna Apna there is no hurdle in the way. The producer Mr Vinay Sinha is a gentleman. I have a letter of consent from him to go ahead with the sequel whenever I want to." However, Santoshi just doesn't want to attempt a sequel to the cult comedy. "I don't see the need to go into that subject again. Contrary to reports I am not working on a subject for a sequel. I don't even have an idea for a sequel!
- 9/17/2013
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
Manisha Koirala who had mesmerized her fans with her acting prowess and charm was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. After prolonged treatment, the ordeal finally seems to be over and the actress reported that she is finally cancer free. Manisha had debuted in 1991 with the blockbuster film of Subhash Ghai, Saudagar. She went on to make a number of movies like Mann, Akele Hum Akele Tum and many others including her critically acclaimed roles in Bombay, Khamoshi, Dil Se, Lajja, 1942: a love storyetc. Her last appearance was a 3D horror film by Ram Gopal Verma titled Bhoot returns which did not perform well at ...
- 5/16/2013
- Bollywoodmantra.com
‘Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai’ has beaten off stiff competition from some of the most sizzling songs, to win the ‘hottest song from the last one hundred years of Indian cinema’ poll conducted by Sanona.com, the Bollywood Pay-Per-View movie streaming portal.
Madhuri Dixit’s song beat modern favourite Katrina Kaif’s sultry turn in ‘Sheila Ki Jawani’ from Farah Khan’s Tees Maar Khan (2010) and the legendary dancer Helen’s sultry ‘Yeh Mera Dil’ from Don (1978). Both songs were a super hit at their time of release, and continue to be played at weddings, birthday parties, and nightclubs across the globe.
The once controversial song from director Subhash Ghai’s 1993 action thriller, Khal Nayak, was voted number one in a hottest Bollywood song choice poll that was conducted across social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter as part of Sanona’s celebration of the industry’s landmark anniversary.
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Madhuri Dixit’s song beat modern favourite Katrina Kaif’s sultry turn in ‘Sheila Ki Jawani’ from Farah Khan’s Tees Maar Khan (2010) and the legendary dancer Helen’s sultry ‘Yeh Mera Dil’ from Don (1978). Both songs were a super hit at their time of release, and continue to be played at weddings, birthday parties, and nightclubs across the globe.
The once controversial song from director Subhash Ghai’s 1993 action thriller, Khal Nayak, was voted number one in a hottest Bollywood song choice poll that was conducted across social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter as part of Sanona’s celebration of the industry’s landmark anniversary.
Bobby Friction,...
- 4/27/2013
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
The cast of Shootout At Wadala is getting bigger by the day. The latest is that Jackie Shroff has joined the massive ensemble cast of the film.
He will be seen in a cameo with Anil Kapoor and plays an ex Police Commissioner who was reportedly instrumental in the encounter of Manya Surve (played by John Abraham).
Anil and Jackie were the hit pair of the 80s having rocked in numerous films like ‘Ram Lakhan’, ‘Parinda’, ‘Lajja’ and many others.
The actors are set to re-unite on reel after a gap of twelve years in Sanjay Gupta’s Shootout At Wadala, produced by Ekta Kapoor. Jackie has worked previously with Gupta in Ram Shastra and Jung.
We can’t wait to see the two when Saw hits screens on May 1st!
Jackie Shroff-Anil Kapoor on screen together in Shootout at Wadala is a post from: BollySpice
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He will be seen in a cameo with Anil Kapoor and plays an ex Police Commissioner who was reportedly instrumental in the encounter of Manya Surve (played by John Abraham).
Anil and Jackie were the hit pair of the 80s having rocked in numerous films like ‘Ram Lakhan’, ‘Parinda’, ‘Lajja’ and many others.
The actors are set to re-unite on reel after a gap of twelve years in Sanjay Gupta’s Shootout At Wadala, produced by Ekta Kapoor. Jackie has worked previously with Gupta in Ram Shastra and Jung.
We can’t wait to see the two when Saw hits screens on May 1st!
Jackie Shroff-Anil Kapoor on screen together in Shootout at Wadala is a post from: BollySpice
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- 4/15/2013
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, March 11: Actress Manisha Koirala, who is undergoing treatment in New York for ovarian cancer, will most probably return to India in July, said her manager.
"Manisha is recovering well. She is better now. Most probably she will return to India by July. Nothing is decided now, but if things go well, then she might be back in India by July," Subroto Ghosh, Manisha's manager, told Ians.
Known for her roles in "Bombay", and "Lajja", among others, Manisha, 42, was operated upon in December last year in a hospital in New York. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy sessions there.
The actress, who has also worked.
"Manisha is recovering well. She is better now. Most probably she will return to India by July. Nothing is decided now, but if things go well, then she might be back in India by July," Subroto Ghosh, Manisha's manager, told Ians.
Known for her roles in "Bombay", and "Lajja", among others, Manisha, 42, was operated upon in December last year in a hospital in New York. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy sessions there.
The actress, who has also worked.
- 3/11/2013
- by Amith Ostwal
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, Jan 8: Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala, undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer in New York, was pleasantly surprised when fellow actor and friend Rituparna Sengupta visited her.
"They both spoke for a long time. Manisha was extremely happy to see one of her close friends in New York," Subroto Ghosh, Manisha's manager, told Ians.
"Whenever Manisha used to go to (Kolkata), she used to meet Rituparna. They share a cordial relationship."
Rituparna was in New York with her family for some personal work.
Known for her roles in "Saudagar", "Bombay" and "Lajja", Manisha, 42, has been diagnosed with cancer..
"They both spoke for a long time. Manisha was extremely happy to see one of her close friends in New York," Subroto Ghosh, Manisha's manager, told Ians.
"Whenever Manisha used to go to (Kolkata), she used to meet Rituparna. They share a cordial relationship."
Rituparna was in New York with her family for some personal work.
Known for her roles in "Saudagar", "Bombay" and "Lajja", Manisha, 42, has been diagnosed with cancer..
- 1/8/2013
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
Madhuri Dixit: fabulous actress, amazing dancer and that smile that lights up the screen and the world. She creates magic on screen. To celebrate her birthday and to celebrate the Dancing queen coming back to Bollywood we polled some of our writers to find out what was their favorite Madhuri Moment on screen. Many could not think of just one and had, had, had to write about more than one, even up to six yes six! Sit back, relax and enjoy some of our favorite Madhuri scenes and of course dances!
Charla
Aur Paas…(Dil Toh Pagal Hai, 1997)
My favorite scene involves Shah Rukh Khan and Madhuri Dixit and is from the movie Dil Toh Pagal Hai. According to me, this is one of the most romantic scenes ever (and what else to expect from a Yash Chopra movie), but with a playful touch and that combo makes the scene so interesting to watch.
Charla
Aur Paas…(Dil Toh Pagal Hai, 1997)
My favorite scene involves Shah Rukh Khan and Madhuri Dixit and is from the movie Dil Toh Pagal Hai. According to me, this is one of the most romantic scenes ever (and what else to expect from a Yash Chopra movie), but with a playful touch and that combo makes the scene so interesting to watch.
- 5/16/2012
- by BollySpice Team
- Bollyspice
Nikhil Advani, director of Kal Ho Na Ho, Salaam-e-Ishq, Chandni Chowk to China and Patiala House is currently working on a number of scripts, one of which is a female orientated multi-starrer, reportedly featuring up to eight Bollywood beauties. Names that are currently being touted include Madhuri Dixit, Dimple Kapadia, Rani Mukerji, Karisma Kapoor, Deepika Padukone and Genelia D’Souza.
Ask Nikhil and he shares “It is too premature. I am talking to everybody and it is quite exciting because it will give me an opportunity to work with some of the actors and actresses who I think are known as ‘classic’ in the film industry.” However, the last time Nikhil attempted a multi-starrer was with ‘Salam-e-Ishq’ back in 2007, which despite twelve stars, including the likes of Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, John Abraham and Vidya Balan, failed miserably at the box office, with both fans and critics alike.
Readers may...
Ask Nikhil and he shares “It is too premature. I am talking to everybody and it is quite exciting because it will give me an opportunity to work with some of the actors and actresses who I think are known as ‘classic’ in the film industry.” However, the last time Nikhil attempted a multi-starrer was with ‘Salam-e-Ishq’ back in 2007, which despite twelve stars, including the likes of Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, John Abraham and Vidya Balan, failed miserably at the box office, with both fans and critics alike.
Readers may...
- 4/8/2012
- by Anjum Shabbir
- Bollyspice
Intense actor of Bollywood, Ajay Devgn, turned 43 on Monday.He started his Bollywood career with Phool Aur Kaante in 1991 and won Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for his performance in the film.His Bollywood hits include Jigar, Dilwale, Vijaypath, Jung, Naajayaz, Ishq, Zakhm, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Lajja, Gangaajal, Khakee, Kaal, Apaharan, Golmaal Returns, Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai and Singham.Ajay is currently shooting for his upcoming home production Son Of Sar...
- 4/2/2012
- GlamSham
Madhuri (Dixit) Nene and Anil Kapoor, two of the most successful actors of the Bollywood fraternity and one of the most sensuous couple who sizzled the big screen in the late 80′s and 90′s have decided to bury the hatchet between them and move on. Evidently, it was producer and director, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who stepped in as the arbitrator and sorted out their differences.
The couple which had one of the most sizzling chemistries on screen were not on good terms for over a year now; an aftermath of the Dhak- Dhak girl moving out of Anil’s desi version of Freaky Friday citing date reasons. Ever since then, the two of them haven’t been in touch.
Madhuri was offered to play Jamie Curtis Lee’s character for the remake of the 2003 comedy flick. Anil had a few other big names in mind for the role like Kirron Kher,...
The couple which had one of the most sizzling chemistries on screen were not on good terms for over a year now; an aftermath of the Dhak- Dhak girl moving out of Anil’s desi version of Freaky Friday citing date reasons. Ever since then, the two of them haven’t been in touch.
Madhuri was offered to play Jamie Curtis Lee’s character for the remake of the 2003 comedy flick. Anil had a few other big names in mind for the role like Kirron Kher,...
- 3/25/2012
- by Kartik Iyer
- Bollyspice
Peals of laughter resonated through the air as host singer-actor Meiyang Chang sheepishly admitted to not have ever been seen so many women in one place. Just in time to coincide with Women’s day, winners of the 4th edition of the Lavasa Women’s drive rally were felicitated at a star studded Lavasa Women’s Drive Awards ceremony held over the weekend at a suburban Mumbai hotel. Laughter, tears, emotions and more prominently women power engulfed the atmosphere at the venue which saw around 600 women joining in to celebrate and talk about early detection, treatments, importance and awareness of cancer. The winners spoke candidly about their feelings towards the cause, experiences and their journey to carving their destiny and making a contribution to society at large.
“Lavasa Women’s Drive” the annual women’s car rally that celebrates the spirit of women saw over 2000 women compete to emerge winners...
“Lavasa Women’s Drive” the annual women’s car rally that celebrates the spirit of women saw over 2000 women compete to emerge winners...
- 3/7/2012
- by Pooja Rao
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, March 5: Actor Anil Kapoor, who has worked in many female-centric films like "Beta", "Lajja", "Judaai" and "Biwi No. 1", says most actors today do not like being a part of films that revolve around women.
"I see leading men are not very happy being part of a woman-oriented film. I think (they are) the best films ever made in our country, including 'Mother India', which was a female-centric film and is remembered till date," the 52-year-old actor said here at the Lavasa Women's Drive.
Anil also says that he is proud of his association with female-centric films.
"I have worked in a lot of women-oriented films.
"I see leading men are not very happy being part of a woman-oriented film. I think (they are) the best films ever made in our country, including 'Mother India', which was a female-centric film and is remembered till date," the 52-year-old actor said here at the Lavasa Women's Drive.
Anil also says that he is proud of his association with female-centric films.
"I have worked in a lot of women-oriented films.
- 3/5/2012
- by Diksha Singh
- RealBollywood.com
Rajkumar Santoshi who has had a number of false starts in 2011 is finally all set to start a new film. His new untitled rom-com featuring Abhay Deol and Sonam Kapoor goes on the floors from Feb 1. When quizzed on details about the film, Santoshi says, "It's in the same creative space as my Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani. Abhay and Sonam would be captured in a comedy of errors like Ranbir and Katrina, though this is a completely different script and has no bearing on Ajab Prem..." However, it is being whispered that Santoshi had planned this same film as a follow-up to Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani with Ranbir and Katrina. Regarding the once-warring couple in Santoshi's new film, a source says, "Anil Kapoor and Santoshi go back a long way, to Santoshi's Lajja. Anil was supposed to do Power with Santoshi in 2011. That project didn't take off. It...
- 1/11/2012
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
Sonam Kapoor and Ajay Devgn have been nominated in the worst actor category in the 4th Annual Golden Kela Awards, a spin-off of Hollywood.s Razzies awards, which recognises the worst in cinema.While Sonam is nominated in the worst actor (female) category for .Mausam., Ajay is nominated in worst actor (male) for .Rascals..Apart from Sonam, the worst actor female category also includes Deepika Padukone for .Aarakshan., Kangana Ranaut for .Tanu Weds Manu., .Rascals. and .Miley Na Miley Hum. and Nargis Fakhri for .Rockstar..Nargis has also got nominated in worst debutante category along with Chirag Paswan for .Miley Na Miley Hum., Sachiin Joshi for .Azaan., Tahaa Shah for .Luv Ka The End., Esha Deol for .Tell Me O Kkhuda...Generally speaking, this year.s films haven.t been all that bad - which may have been good for Indian audiences, compared to the last few years. However, our...
- 12/22/2011
- Filmicafe
Sharman Joshi might not be the talk of tinsel town every day but the boy surely knows how to leave a mark. Since his debut in 1999, Sharman has done a variety of films. Though his films like Style or Excuse Me have been one of the “blink and you miss” kinds, Sharman has surely carved a niche for himself in the industry with movies like Godmother, Lajja and Life in a Metro. With brilliant performances in 3 Idiots and Rang De Basanti, Sharman Joshi has proved himself to be a brilliant and versatile actor.
This is probably one of the reasons that Vcf has chosen Sharman to be a part of their next Ferrari Ki Sawaari. Capable of connecting with the audience on an emotional level, Sharman has done a commendable job in his portrayal of Raju Rastogi in the movie 3 Idiots. Movies with a social and cultural message have generally...
This is probably one of the reasons that Vcf has chosen Sharman to be a part of their next Ferrari Ki Sawaari. Capable of connecting with the audience on an emotional level, Sharman has done a commendable job in his portrayal of Raju Rastogi in the movie 3 Idiots. Movies with a social and cultural message have generally...
- 12/21/2011
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Sharman Joshi might not be the talk of tinsel town every day but the boy surely knows how to leave a mark. Since his debut in 1999, Sharman has done a variety of films. Though his films like Style or Excuse Me have been one of the "blink and you miss" kinds, Sharman has surely carved a niche for himself in the industry with movies like Godmother, Lajja and Life In A Metro. With brilliant performances in 3 Idiots and Rang De Basanti, Sharman Joshi has proved himself to be a brillia...
- 12/21/2011
- GlamSham
An emergency meeting bringing together the principal stars of Power is on anvil this week to get the troubled project moving again. It is reliably learnt that producer Feroz Nadiadwala and director Raj Kumar Santoshi will be getting together the A-listers under the same roof to avoid all confusion over dates. Says a source, "It often happens that stars in a multi-starrer agree individually to allotting dates for shooting with their co-stars. But later they completely back out. With Ajay Devgn back in the project, the makers of Power want to avoid all confusion regarding the stars' dates before they start shooting." Ajay Devgn is in. Ajay Devgn is out...In....Out...In! Finally, Devgn whom director Raj Kumar Santoshi met recently, has agreed to return to Power, but at a price. Says a source, "Santoshi met Devgn. The star has agreed to return to the project because of his...
- 2/9/2011
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
An emergency meeting bringing together the principal stars of Power is on anvil this week to get the troubled project moving again. It is reliably learnt that producer Feroz Nadiadwala and director Raj Kumar Santoshi will be getting together the A-listers under the same roof to avoid all confusion over dates. Says a source, "It often happens that stars in a multi-starrer agree individually to allotting dates for shooting with their co-stars. But later they completely back out. With Ajay Devgn back in the project, the makers of Power want to avoid all confusion regarding the stars' dates before they start shooting." Ajay Devgn is in. Ajay Devgn is out...In....Out...In! Finally, Devgn whom director Raj Kumar Santoshi met recently, has agreed to return to Power, but at a price. Says a source, "Santoshi met Devgn. The star has agreed to return to the project because of his...
- 2/9/2011
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
New Delhi, July 22 – They have been in the fashion business for 24 years but done very few costumes for Bollywood. Now Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla want to work on an entire movie, provided the director shares their vision and can afford their services.
Popularly known as ‘the boys’, the Mumbai-based duo is known for designing the Bachchan family’s wardrobe and dressing up the likes of Dimple Kapadia and Shah Rukh Khan. The two created a few costumes for epic dramas like ‘Devdas’, ‘Umrao Jaan’ and ‘Lajja’, but haven’t worked on a full fledged film project so far.
‘Our aesthetic sensibilities.
Popularly known as ‘the boys’, the Mumbai-based duo is known for designing the Bachchan family’s wardrobe and dressing up the likes of Dimple Kapadia and Shah Rukh Khan. The two created a few costumes for epic dramas like ‘Devdas’, ‘Umrao Jaan’ and ‘Lajja’, but haven’t worked on a full fledged film project so far.
‘Our aesthetic sensibilities.
- 7/22/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
After starring together in movies like 1942: A Love Story, Agni Sakshi, Grahan and Lajja, Bollywood actors Manisha Koirala and Jackie Shroff will be sharing screen space again in Ek Second Jo Zindagi Badal De, which releases on June 11. Produced by Sunil Singh and Agastyaa Singh for Rs.4 crore, the thriller has been directed by Partho Ghosh. Also starring Aman Verma, Nikita Anand, Pakistani actor Moammar Rana and Roza Catalano, the film is releasing worldwide with 300 prints. Manisha, who was last seen in the Bengali movie Khela in 2008, plays a complex role in Ek Second... "It's not a double role but shows two ...
- 6/7/2010
- Hindustan Times - Cinema
New Delhi, June 7 – After starring together in movies like ‘1942: A Love Story’, ‘Agni Sakshi’, ‘Grahan’ and ‘Lajja’, Bollywood actors Manisha Koirala and Jackie Shroff will be sharing screen space again in ‘Ek Second Jo Zindagi Badal De’, which releases Friday.
Produced by Sunil Singh and Agastyaa Singh for Rs.4 crore, the thriller has been directed by Partho Ghosh. Also starring Aman Verma, Nikita Anand, Pakistani actor Moammar Rana and Roza Catalano, it is releasing worldwide with 300 prints.
Manisha, who was last seen in the Bengali movie ‘Khela’ in 2008, plays a complex.
Produced by Sunil Singh and Agastyaa Singh for Rs.4 crore, the thriller has been directed by Partho Ghosh. Also starring Aman Verma, Nikita Anand, Pakistani actor Moammar Rana and Roza Catalano, it is releasing worldwide with 300 prints.
Manisha, who was last seen in the Bengali movie ‘Khela’ in 2008, plays a complex.
- 6/7/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
April 5, 2010:Anjan Shrivastav, better known as ‘Common Man’ of Wagle Ki Duniya, Nukkad, the veteran seen in films like Kabhi Haan Kabhi Na, Lajja, Raju Bangaya Gentleman is gearing up to come back again on small screen.
A source says, “Ajan Shrivastav of ‘Wagle Ki Duniya’ is soon going to be seen in Sab TV’s Maniben.com and will be essaying a very prominent character of a Military Colonel.”
“Yes! I am going to do Maniben.com.” said Anjan Shrivastav. “I will be essaying role of a Colonel named Colonel Rathore who is very concerned about his.
A source says, “Ajan Shrivastav of ‘Wagle Ki Duniya’ is soon going to be seen in Sab TV’s Maniben.com and will be essaying a very prominent character of a Military Colonel.”
“Yes! I am going to do Maniben.com.” said Anjan Shrivastav. “I will be essaying role of a Colonel named Colonel Rathore who is very concerned about his.
- 4/5/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Rajkumar Santoshi has just given a huge hit in 'Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani', a romantic comedy with youngsters Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif, but he's not the kind to repeat a genre because it struck gold. He now plans to work with Sunny Deol with hopes of rekindling the magic of 'Ghayal' and 'Damini'.'Yes, my next should be with Sunny Deol,' Santoshi told Ians. 'I am looking at a couple of ideas but in principle I would be going ahead with Sunny,' said the director whose composure in no way reveals that he's just hit the jackpot at the box office.The film's genre would be centred on action drama and would come with a hard-hitting punch. But since comedies and light-hearted entertainers like his 'Ajab Prem...' are ruling the roost, doesn't he feel like playing safe?'I have always told...
- 11/14/2009
- Filmicafe
If you've ever wondered what on earth is on-screen chemistry, here's your one-stop all-purpose encyclopaedia on celluloid magic.
Fasten your 'see'-it belts, as veteran filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi sheds all his Lajja and pulls out all the stops to do a wacky, goofy, edgeless, weightless comedy of characters who walk in and walk out of frames leaving behind fumes of old fashioned funnies.
Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani is an airtight trapeze down that familiar romantic lane. The starting point seems to be Saawariya. A wacky, loud, opened-up, rimless and riotous interpretation of Ranbir Kapoor's character in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's opera on screen, Prem in Ajab Prem... adores the fresh scrubbed girl next door Jenny. But she loves someone else. No it's not Salman Khan, though in a tongue-in-cheek homage to tabloid realism Katrina meets her idol Salman who drawls to the roadside Romeo Ranbir, "You're behaving as if...
Fasten your 'see'-it belts, as veteran filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi sheds all his Lajja and pulls out all the stops to do a wacky, goofy, edgeless, weightless comedy of characters who walk in and walk out of frames leaving behind fumes of old fashioned funnies.
Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani is an airtight trapeze down that familiar romantic lane. The starting point seems to be Saawariya. A wacky, loud, opened-up, rimless and riotous interpretation of Ranbir Kapoor's character in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's opera on screen, Prem in Ajab Prem... adores the fresh scrubbed girl next door Jenny. But she loves someone else. No it's not Salman Khan, though in a tongue-in-cheek homage to tabloid realism Katrina meets her idol Salman who drawls to the roadside Romeo Ranbir, "You're behaving as if...
- 11/8/2009
- Bollyspice
After Khamoshi: The Musical, Manisha Koirala will again be teaming up with Sanjay Leela Bhansali for a film which takes her back to the same Catholic milieu.Manisha, who has just returned from a trip to the Us, where she was with her steady boyfriend Chris, is glowing with pleasure. Though she is planning her foray into politics and perhaps intends to settle down with her boyfriend, it.s obvious that her passion for cinema is undiminished. She says, .Sanjay and I worked really worked well together. I wanted to work with him for quite a while now. But I waited for him to find the right part..The pivotal part in Bhansali.s production My Friend Pinto, directed by Raghav Dar, has finally come her way. Says Manisha, .I.ve been dividing my time between Mumbai and the Us, where things are going well between Chris and me. I...
- 11/3/2009
- Filmicafe
The world is waiting to see them together. And Raj Kumar Santoshi would have actually managed this coup. The film-maker had cast Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan in his film London Dreams, a story about two friends, both musicians. At that it was to be titled Rashque(jealousy in Urdu). For three nights Santoshi even managed to get Bollywood's two most charismatic stars together for a joint narration.A trade source says, .In principle both actors loved the script, said they wanted to go home and sleep over it before they started principal photography. But for months on end, Raj Santoshi chased both actors independently and neither of them reverted...Santoshi.s London Dreams is now a Vipul Shah franchise with Salman Khan and Ajay Devgan. When Santoshi was making it, Aamir was to do Salman Khan.s role and Shah Rukh was to do Ajay Devgan.s part.
- 10/11/2009
- Filmicafe
If there is one word that describes this Pyt, it is 'versatile'. She is none other than the gorgeous Aarti Chhabria, the ex-Miss India Worldwide and the present day super actress, who has to her credit of having worked in films like Lajja, Awara Paagal Deewana, Shaadi No. 1, Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Sathiyon, Anamika, Dhoom Dhadaka etc… She is all set to captivate the cinegoers hearts yet again with her stunning acting in the forthcoming Daddy Cool, where she will be seen alongwith the likes of Sunil Shetty, Ashish Chowdhary, Tulip Joshi, Aftab Shivdasani, Javed Jaffrey, Kim Sharma and gang. Bollywood Hungama gives you the opportunity to get up, close and personal with this lass on August 28 at 1600 hrs Ist.
- 8/27/2009
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
If there is one word that describes this Pyt, it is 'versatile'. She is none other than the gorgeous Aarti Chhabria, the ex-Miss India Worldwide and the present day super actress, who has to her credit of having worked in films like Lajja, Awara Paagal Deewana, Shaadi No. 1, Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Sathiyon, Anamika, Dhoom Dhadaka etc… She is all set to captivate the cinegoers hearts yet again with her stunning acting in the forthcoming Daddy Cool, where she will be seen alongwith the likes of Sunil Shetty, Ashish Chowdhary, Tulip Joshi, Aftab Shivdasani, Javed Jaffrey, Kim Sharma and gang. Bollywood Hungama gives you the opportunity to get up, close and personal with this lass on August 28 at 1600 hrs Ist.
- 8/27/2009
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Aarti Chhabria won the title of “Miss India” in 1999 and commenced her Bollywood career with film “Tumse Acha Kaun Hain”. The film did not live to everyone’s expectation but the songs of film became very popular. Soon after that she was seen in Raj Kumar Santoshi’s film “Lajja”, “Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyon”, “Ssukh”, “Awara Pagaal Dewana”, “Raja Bhaiya”, “Teesri Aankh”, “Shoot Out at Lokhandwala”, “Patner” and “Heyy Babyy”. Apart from Bollywood, Aarti even acted in several films in south.
She even has around 120 Ad commercials.
She even has around 120 Ad commercials.
- 8/14/2009
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
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