Editor Nick Moore, popular for films like “Notting Hill” and “Love Actually”, has been roped in by Fox Star Studios to edit forthcoming film “Finding Fanny” for non-diaspora markets.

The makers believe that director Homi Adajania has made a global film that will be accepted in any market.

"The difference between the two versions is just three-four minutes and not a complete re-edit. This English version will be cut by Nick Moore to cater to that audience," Adajania said in a statement.

"It's the same story but will be told in a way that the firangs understand better," he added.

The Hindi and English versions of “Finding Fanny” will open in theatres Sep 12 across India and in 40 international territories, which form the diaspora markets.

The film is presented by Fox Star Studios, and there also are plans to release a separate edited version of “Finding Fanny” in non-diaspora markets -- the US, Europe and the Far East -- three to four months after its September release.

Produced by Maddock Films, it stars Arjun Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur and Dimple Kapadia in key roles.

Actress Rhea Chakraborty has been signed up as the female lead of Y-Films'"Bank-Chor" for a "cracker of a role" with Riteish Deshmukh. She says she's excited about the "roller-coaster ride".

"'Bank Chor' is a roller-coaster ride and I'm delighted to be on it. I've had a blast with the team on 'Mere Dad Ki Maruti' and I'm sure this is only going to be bigger and better," Rhea said in a statement.

The actress started her career as a video jockey and then made her big screen debut in the 2013 entertainer "Mere Dad Ki Maruti". She was also seen opposite Ayushmann Khurrana in his single, "O heeriye".

Now, she will be seen in "Bank Chor", produced by Yash Raj Films' banner Youth Films Division Y-Films, which also brought out "Mere Dad Ki Maruti".

For the role, the makers "needed someone with spunk, who could be cute and hot at the same time besides speak 2,000 words per minute".

"Rhea speaks 8,000 words per minute in real life! She hit the ball out of the park on the other fronts as well and with her outrageous sense of humor she's gonna kill it," said Ashish Patil, business and creative head, Youth Films, brand partnerships and talent management at YRF.

"Bank Chor" is a comic-caper that tells the story of three morons trying to rob a bank who pick the worst day possible when everything that can go wrong, goes wrong, and how they're inadvertently caught in the crossfire of cops, industrialists and corrupt politicians. It is directed by Bumpy and produced by Patil.

Besides "Bank Chor", Rhea has an exciting line-up of films. Up next is Rohan Sippy’s "Sonali Cable", in which she plays the titular role.

She will also be seen in UTV Spotboy’s much awaited "Babbu Ki Jawani". There are also more big announcements around the corner, one from YRF itself.

Actress Sonam Kapoor Monday unveiled the trailer of her forthcoming film "Khoobsurat", and said the film's producer and director have "exposed me completely in this film".

A remake of Rekha and Rakesh Roshan starrer 1980s super-hit film "Khubsoorat", it has been directed by Shashanka Ghosh and produced by Sonam's sister Rhea.

Pakistani heartthrob Fawad Afzal Khan will be seen as the male lead in the movie.

"There was no problem on the set because Rhea, Shashanka and the writer (Indira Bisht) knew me so well that very shamelessly they have taken every part of my personality and exposed me completely in the film," Sonam told reporters at the launch.

Although it is her home production, Sonam didn't have to take any extra responsibility other than acting.

"I am just an actor, there's no responsibility. It's only Rhea and Shashanka's responsibility, I have only done acting and nothing else," said the 29-year-old.

"When I take on a job as an actor, I only concentrate on doing that, otherwise there is a conflict. You have to just do your best with what you have got," she said and added that when she starts thinking about the responsibilities, then she "won't be able to go to work next day in the morning".

"So it's just the matter of taking each day, enjoying my work and saying that I will be a selfish actor and I will do my best for the film," Sonam said.

In the recent past, Sonam has been part of hits like "Raanjhanaa" and "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag". However, her last release "Bewakoofiyaan" bombed at the box office.

Shashanka said his version takes the story forward.

"Original was just a clash of values within the family and here we have taken it a little further but we have held on to the core idea."

If Dina Pathak played a strict mother in the original, her daughter Ratna will be seen in the remake.

Fawad Afzal Khan, one of the most sought after Pakistani singer-actor, has drawn flak back home for his decision to enter Bollywood. But he is unperturbed and says art is something that travels across all borders.

He is making his debut with "Khoobsurat", a remake of Hrishikesh Mukherjee's 1980 hit of the same name, opposite Sonam Kapoor. But even before the film's release, Fawad has earned a huge fan following, thanks to his show "Zindagi Gulzar Hai", which was aired on Zindagi channel.

When asked about his reaction on the criticism, he said: "The people you are talking about are very few. There will be people who will criticise. They are entitled to their opinion. Even if someone from India goes to work there, someone or the other will make noise."

"Art is something that travels across all borders. Art knows no culture and creed. As an actor, I would like to explore myself. I do feel bad, but I choose to ignore criticism. I think to pay attention to it is unnecessary," he told reporters Monday at the trailer launch of "Khoobsuat" here.

Charming as ever, he wowed everyone when he sang the title song of his show "Zindagi Gulzar Hai" at the event.

Directed by Shashanka Ghosh, "Khoobsurat" has been produced by Sonam's dad Anil Kapoor and sister Rhea under the banner Anil Kapoor's Film Company Pvt. Ltd. For Fawad, it's an honour to collaborate with the Kapoors for his Bollywood debut.

He said: "I think it's a very big honour for me to work with the family. When I met these people, I found them very interesting. Most of all, the way I was treated and welcomed was very kind and warm."

"So all in all, this has been a very interesting episode in my life. I had a lot of fun. There was a lot of love and warmth."

Fawad praised Sonam for being "a very accommodating, very warm, and very welcoming person".

"I took time for settling in the new environment, but the entire team, the production... everyone made sure to make me feel comfortable."

Releasing Sep 19, the film sees Ratna Pathak stepping into the shoes of her mother Dina Pathak who is still remembered for playing a disciplinarian and strict mother in the original.

A fierce fire that broke out in a posh highrise building named Lotus Business Park in Andheri here left one brave fireman named Nitin Ivalekar dead. Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has gotten together with the other property owners of the building to offer a compensation to the fireman’s bereaved wife.

"We've decided to give the wife a cheque of Rs.15 lakh. It is nothing to compensate for his death. But it will help her with her son's education," said Roshan.

Apparently the fire fighter’s wife demanded a written assurance from the government that the deceased fireman’s family would be financially looked after. However, it is not yet known what action the state government has taken to compensate the Ivalekar family.

“What happened was a terrible accident and ‘not sheer bad luck’, as a section of the media has wrongly quoted me as saying. A word like ‘luck’ reduces the enormity of the terrible occurrence. No. I think what happened was way beyond bad luck.

"And when we heard about the brave fireman’s death and his wife and child we were deeply shaken. We thought we must do something,” said Roshan, who owns notable property in the ill-fated building.

Rakesh feels such accidents should not be treated as only the government’s problem.

“In a high-rise building there are many floors owned by people who can afford to compensate personally for damages if and when such an accident occurs. There were 22 floors in the building were the fire broke out. The fire broke out on the 21st floor. But the firemen could only reach up to the 17th floor. What if the building was much taller?

"There were all the fire-safety equipments in the building. But nobody seemed aware of how to use them in the building. Given the risky situation anything could have happened. Many lives could have been lost. One man did lose his life. And he died trying to save property and lives. I think we in the building owe it to the deceased man’s party to make small monetary compensation,” he said.

The filmmaker says he only owns property in Lotus Business Park.

“We have no active business concerns in the building. Miraculously no damage has occurred within the property because of the strong fire-proof windows. We are told we can re-occupy our property in two months. But we need to do some serious thinking about safety measures in high-rise buildings.”

One brings to the producer-director notice that his family has been facing some major setbacks in the past year - Hrithik’s back problem, which has considerably slackened his career’s pace, then Hrithik’s shocking breakup with his wife and now the fire.

“Pray for me and my family. Please pray that nothing more goes wrong,” said Roshan.

Salman Khan, known for promoting new breed of actors, has given Nargis Fakhiri a song opportunity in his "Kick" and feels that mindset about "pretty and outstanding dancer" is baseless.

"Nargis has done a song in the film, which is outstandingly great. I really like her, her energy is great, and I think she will be benefited a lot with the song," said Salman.

"I don't know why there was so much negativity about Nargis earlier. I think she is a very pretty girl, an outstanding dancer and a lovely person to work with. She has got a great sense of humour," he added.

The directorial debut of Sajid Nadiadwala, "Kick" is set for July 25 release and the superstar will be seen romancing Sri Lankan beauty Jacqueline Fernandez in the action drama.

Drawing a comparison between Nargis and his on-screen leading lady Jacqueline, Salman pointed out the similarities in them.

"Both are very spontaneous and chilled out... they are like the girls-next-door. Jacqueline has got this film only because of her hard work and everyone deserves a second chance. Jacqueline was the best choice. We are grateful that she did the film."

Salman Khan, who chooses festive season to release his mega movies, continues the trend with "Kick", which is coming out in the Eid week. He believes choosing the right slot is important from business perspective.

He said: "Be it Eid or Diwali, the holiday season matters a lot. There is no release during Ramadan, so when a film releases during this period, people die to see that film. Again with Diwali being a festive season, people want to go and see the film with family."

In the last few years, Salman has booked Eid for his mega releases and most of them turned out to be bumper hits. His "Kick", which marks the directorial debut of Sajid Nadiadwala, will hit the screens July 25.

Usually one big movie comes on each festival, but Salman is of the view that "Diwali, Holi, Republic Day, Christmas - they can accommodate three to four films."

Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh says he didn’t get a chance to meet his grandfather, legendary singer Mukesh, but is proud to be his grandson.

On Mukesh's 91st birth anniversary Tuesday, Neil shared how proud he is of the “Jeena yahan marna yahan” hitmaker.

“Never met him in my life. My Grandmother told me so much about him and bridged the gap. So proud to be born his Grandson so proud to be MUKESH,” the “Johnny Gaddaar” actor tweeted.

He also explained why he uses the first name of his father and grandfather.

“As a son it is his duty that his father be remembered, hence my fathers name NITIN MUKESH. As my father's son, it is my duty that my father and his father are always remembered hence My name. NEIL NITIN MUKESH. #Happybirthdaymukesh,” Neil tweeted.

Mukesh, known for hits like "Main pal do pal ka shayar", "Mera joota hai Japani" and "Maine tere liye", died on Aug 27, 1976.

The dubbed Hindi version of Hollywood ensemble actioner "The Expendables 3" will be released as “14 Khiladi”.

Apart from English, the film, which will hit the theatres Aug 22, will be released in three Indian languages - Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

PVR Pictures and Multivision Entertainment - the Indian distributors of "The Expendables 3" - have decided to title the dubbed Hindi version as "14 Khiladi", read a statement.

"The Expendables" franchise kicked off in 2010 and the first part was directed by Sylvester Stallone.

Director Ayan Mukerji’s next project starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt will hit the screens Dec 23, 2016.

This will be Mukerji-Ranbir's third film together.

“AYAN MUKERJI's next for Dharma productions is slated to begin mid next year and release December 23rd, 2016. RANBIR KAPOOR and ALIA BHATT…,” filmmaker Karan Johar tweeted Tuesday.

In the past, Mukerji teamed up with Ranbir for hits “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani” and “Wake Up Sid” and both the films were produced by Karan under his banner Dharma Productions.

According to reports, the actor will be seen as a mythological superhero in the yet-to-be-titled film.

Splash Fashions has roped in "Jannat 2" fame actress Esha Gupta as its new brand ambassador for the Indian sub-continent.

Headquartered in Dubai, Splash is Middle East's fashion retailer and part of the Landmark Group, which is retail conglomerate in the Middle East, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Africa.

The actress will feature in their campaign scheduled to roll out later this year.

"They are an iconic brand, known internationally and in India for offering the latest global fashion trends. I feel their collections are quite reflective of my fashion sensibilities,” Esha, who was last seen in "Humshakals", said in a statement.

Kalyan Kumar, COO, Splash Fashions India Pvt. Ltd., feels Esha is the right choice to endorse the brand.

He said: “An actor of immense potential and beauty, Esha is known for her keen sense of fashion and represents today's fashion conscious woman.

"A fashion icon, Esha perfectly embodies the youthful and vibrant spirit of Splash thus making her the best fit for the brand.”

Usually parents are cautious about their teenage children, but superstar Shah Rukh Khan is wary of his one-year-old son AbRam, who was born through surrogacy.

“Went for a drive with my just about yr old AbRam & he totalled the music system, to the tune of Wrecking Ball! & parents r wary of teenagers,” Shah Rukh tweeted.

He also has two teenage children - son Aryan and daughter Suhana - with wife Gauri.

Actor-producer Shreyas Talpade turned lyricist for his forthcoming Marathi movie "Poshter Boyz”.

The actor penned the lyrics for the title track “Aale re poshter boyz” and even shot a promotional title track for the same, said a statement.

Apart from Shreyas, Chaitanya Sant has also contributed towards the lyrics of the song.

“Poshter Boyz” is set to release Aug 1.

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is always active on social media platforms, will now share fun facts and interesting trivia on Twitter every Wednesday.

Followed by as many as 9.44 million fans including celebrities like Hema Malini, Juhi Chawla, Madhuri Dixit and Hrithik Roshan, he will start #BachchanBol Wednesday for his Twitter Extended Family (TwFmXT).

“Starting #BachchanBol from tomorrow for all my TwFmXt, every Wednesday fun facts/ interesting trivia!” he tweeted.

Model-turned actor Rajniesh Duggal, who won the stunt-based reality show "Khatron Ke Khiladi Season Five", is getting offers for action-oriented films, but none meets his expectations.

Earlier seen in horror drama "1920" and thriller "Samrat & Co", the actor's next is a full-fledged action film titled "Spark".

"Action is something that I have always loved. A lot of action-oriented stuff is coming my way, but I am still looking for the action that I want to do," Rajniesh told reporters here Monday at the first look launch of "Spark".

"I hope it happens soon," he added.

Directed by V.K. Singh, “Spark” will see Rajniesh indulging into some daredevilry.

Talking about the stunts, he said: "There is raw action in the film and action director Abbas Ali Mogul has kept the raw action in it."

The 32-year-old, trained in Taekwando, Muay Thai and Judo, said that he didn't take "any special training" for the film and "did everything on the spot".

"Spark" also features actors Ashutosh Rana and Ranjeet in key roles.

In his recent release "Amit Sahni Ki List" Vir Das' character may have gone through a painful breakup but in real life the actor-comedian is happily settled and says that he may tie the knot soon.

"I am happy in a relationship with a normal girl called Shivani. She's an events manager and we're in a stable relationship. No she doesn't manage my career. She only manages me at home," said Vir.

When asked why would he mention her being normal, he said: "Because I consider myself completely abnormal. I think every actor is slightly wacky. Shivani keeps me grounded. She's my reality check."

What about wedding plans?

"Not immediately, but soon. Definitely within a year. I am a man who is the happiest when committed in a relationship. We live together. We have a bull dog. And we share a ridiculously happy life together," he said.

In the film, the protagonist's painful breakup sequence is based on Vir's real life experience.

"The breakup in the film is borrowed from my life," he said.

"It actually happened to me. And by the way that girl who gets turned on by cars... I've been with a girl who actually likes it in the car. I put both these personal experiences into the film to give it a touch of realism," he added.

If the lead character in "Amit Sahni Ki List" has a list of the qualities he wants in his ideal woman, Vir too has a wish list.

"Yes ,I've basically four qualities that I look for in my ideal woman. She must laugh at all my jokes, specially the bad jokes. She must be a good eater because being a foodie I don't like the Caesar salad types.

"She must be a dog lover because I own one and I love him more than I'd probably love her. And if her last name is Mittal or Ambani, I don't mind," said the actor.

In the past, Vir did adult comedy "Delhi Belly", zombie movie "Go Goa Gone" and thriller "Revolver Rani".

"Rockstar" fame actress Nargis Fakhri may be in bed resting it out after sustaining injuries while shooting her "devil" item song with Salman Khan for Sajid Nadiadwala's "Kick", but she finds the experience exhilarating.

"It was a devil of a song," she said punning on the song's title "Devil".

The song is composed by Yo Yo Honey Singh, his first for Salman and after his "Lungi dance" track for Shah Rukh Khan in "Chennai Express".

"It is a very special song. I do like Yo Yo Honey Singh's songs. So I was super-excited about that as well. And I am blessed to have danced to it with Salman. Never mind the minor injuries."

Nargis admits it was physically an ordeal to dance to Yo Yo's energetic beats.

"It was stressful. Before the dancing, I always get so nervous and stressed. I am not very comfortable with the gyrations and thrusts. My entire physical presence becomes tense.

"I was dancing with Salman with a torn meniscus, a torn ham-string and two inflamed discs. So there was a lot of pain. But I kept pushing myself because Ahmed Khan's choreography was so very inspiring. Now I am recuperating in bed."

She had suffered similar injuries while performing the "Dhating" number with Shahid Kapoor for "Phata Poster Nikla Hero".

"For that number with Shahid as well as for this number with Salman, I didn't allow my physique enough time and rehearsals to warm up properly. So it was a bit of deja-vu dancing. But every bit of the pain was worth it because of Salman."

Thankfully, Ahmed Khan worked the dance movements around Nargis's comfort zone.

"Ahmed was fantastic. Only he was aware if my injuries because I shared my pain only with him. He was aware of my comfort level. If a dance step didn't come easily to me he modified the step accordingly. But on the whole I stuck to the dance movements he created. Every one on the set was patient and supportive. The vibes were fantastic."

Actor/activist Rahul Bose has been named the brand ambassador of the world's largest school competition "Design for Change" (DFC), launched by its founder Kiran Bir Sethi six years ago in Ahmedabad.

According to a written statement from Rahul Bose, DFC is an award-winning global movement led by children. Their stories help to bring change. "DFC uses Design Thinking through Feel, Imagine, Do and Share, to help children find answers ... from stopping child marriages, cleaning neighbourhoods, preserving cultural heritage, they are proving what is takes to be able to design a future that is desired."

In the past five years, the DFC has enabled children in over 3,000 schools in India to create a positive change in their immediate environment, involved participants from over 30 countries and collected over 10,000 stories on 16 diverse issues.

Sethi, speaking to IANS over phone from Ahmedabad, said: "The most compelling stories of change by children will be featured on www.satyamevjayate.in." Amar Chitra Katha will give away gift hampers to 80 winning schools while Disney Play Centres will award top 20 winning schools.

The last date for submission of entries is Aug 15. Stories in the form of reports have to reach by Oct 2 and the prizes will be announced Nov 14. Best stories will be published in the annual book I CAN.

The sixth edition of BMW India Bridal Fashion Week (IBFW) 2014 will be held from Aug 7 to Aug 10 here.

Designer Tarun Tahiliani will open the event, while JJ Valaya has been selected to close the fashion week.

It will take place at DLF Emporio. Designers Suneet Varma, Raghavendra Rathore, Meera Muzaffar Ali, Ashima Leena, Gauri and Nainika, Falguni and Shane Peacock, and Jyotsna Tiwari will also present their collections at the fashion event.

Announcing the association with BMW India, Vijay Singh, founder and managing director, Fashion One International said in a statement: "It gives me immense pleasure to announce the sixth edition of BMW India Bridal Fashion Week 2014 in association with AZVA in the fashion capital of India.

"BMW IBFW is synonymous with luxury and for presenting the latest trends and designs in bridal couture by the most acclaimed designers of the country. We are proud to associate with BMW and World Gold Council as title and associate sponsors to the event,” he added.

Priyanka Chopra-starrer "Mary Kom", based on boxer M.C Mary Kom, will have its world premiere here at Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the organizers announced Tuesday.

The 39th Toronto International Film Festival will take place between Sep 4 and 14.

"Glamorous Indian star Priyanka Chopra completely transforms herself to play Mary Kom, world champion in women's boxing. From traditional village life in remote Manipur state to high-stakes bouts in India and around the world, this is a remarkable story of triumph. The film will have its world premiere at TIFF," said a statement from the organizers.

Directed by Omung Kumar, "Mary Kom" was made with the support of the five-time World Champion boxer herself. Priyanka spent a lot of time with Mary to understand the nuances, stance and style of a boxer like her.

The film's first look was unveiled via two posters earlier recently and they were received warmly on social networking sites.

The movie is slated for theatrical release Oct 2.