Tamil version of 'Madras Cafe' pulled from Canadian theatres
Less than a week after its release, the Tamil version of controversial political thriller "Madras Cafe" was pulled from two theatres here due to protests and poor ratings.The movie, which was released...
View ArticleWe have not approached Katrina: Atul Agnihotri
There were reports that Atul Agnohotri will rope in Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif for a song in the film, but the filmmaker says that he hasn't approached the latter yet."Ohh Teri" has newcomers in the...
View ArticleNo changes were made in 'Satyagraha', says Prakash Jha
Director Prakash Jha Wednesday said his "Satyagraha" will hit the screens without any cuts as the censor board did not cut or ban any scene from the political thriller."They (censor board) said that...
View ArticleDifficult to make non-formula film without producing it: Jagadish Mishra
Producer Jagadish Mishra, who produced "The Light: Swami Vivekananda" based on the life of Swami Vivekananda, says making a film like this is not a cakewalk."It is still very difficult to make a...
View ArticleOm Puri lying about being out of town, alleges wife
Journalist-columnist Nandita Puri, who filed a police complaint of domestic violence against her husband and actor Om Puri, Wednesday claimed he was lying when he said he was out of town when he...
View ArticleSouthern actors: Linguistic skills an asset
Southern actors are breaking the linguistic barrier. They say the ability to talk fluently in other languages help migrating within filmdom, getting meaty roles and performing better.Rahul Ravindran,...
View ArticlePrakash Jha does a cameo in 'Satyagraha'
Filmmaker Prakash Jha took a break from being behind the scenes and faced the cameras for a scene in his forthcoming film "Satyagraha", which hits the screens Friday. He says it was an instinctive...
View Article'Satyagraha' timely wakeup call for a wounded nation (IANS Movie Review -...
Film: "Satyagraha"; Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor, Arjun Rampal, Manoj Bajpayee, Amrita Rao; Director: Prakash Jha; Rating: ****Prakash Jha's "Satyagraha" bears no thematic...
View ArticleVishal celebrates birthday on 'Pandianadu' sets
Tamil actor Vishal Krishna Reddy, who turned 36 Thursday, celebrated his birthday on the sets of his upcoming film "Pandianadu" here."We threw a surprise party at midnight. We made Vishal sir cut a...
View ArticleFor honest criticism, Payal Pratap approaches husband
Payal Pratap has her own brand and she is experienced too, but she always takes her husband and fellow designer Rajesh Pratap Singh's suggestions on her ensembles."We do discuss and take each others...
View ArticleWhen in dilemma, I run my scripts through dad: Naga Chaitanya
Akkineni Naga Chaitanya, son of Akkineni Nagarjuna, admits that he doesn't mind consulting his father about film projects whenever he is in doubt. However, he says he signs a film only once he is truly...
View ArticleCensor board must stand up for filmmakers: Farhan Akhtar
Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar believes the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) should speak up for filmmakers when movies such as "Madras Cafe" get caught in controversies despite being cleared...
View ArticleLong, exhausting shoot for 'Baahubali'
Actor Rana Daggubati is relieved at having successfully completed a marathon schedule for upcoming Telugu period-drama "Baahubali". He says on certain days, the team even shot nonstop for over 24...
View ArticleI'm jobless right now: Irrfan
Versatile actor Irrfan Khan, who has recieved acclaim and praise galore film after film, says he is currently jobless, and busy only reading scripts."I am jobless, and I don't have any projects... I'm...
View ArticleNo cold war with Irrfan: Nawazuddin
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui is upset with rumours of a cold war between him and "The Lunchbox" co-actor Irrfan. He says fighting with his "senior" is something he can't even think of."I don't understand...
View ArticleJaya Bachchan hug special: Farhan Akhtar
Farhan Akhtar's performance in "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" has been applauded by everyone, but a special moment of praise for him was when veteran actress Jaya Bachchan hugged him after watching the film."A...
View ArticleAction director Tinnu Verma in police custody
Bollywood action director Tinnu Verma, who was absconding after allegedly attacking his step-brother Manohar, is now in police custody, police officials here confirmed Thursday.When contacted by IANS,...
View ArticleDannii Minogue wears Indian designer's creation for album cover
Popular Australian singer, songwriter and talent show judge, Dannii Minogue, has chosen a creation by Indian designer Amit Aggarwal to flaunt for the cover of her new album, "This Is It: The Very Best...
View Article'Ponmaalai Pozhudhu': Good story, bad execution (IANS Tamil Movie Review)
Film: "Ponmaalai Pozhudhu"; Cast: Aadhav Kannadasan, Gayathrie, Kishore, Anupama Kumar and Arul Dass; Director: A.C. Durai; Rating: **Within a span of two weeks, Tamil cinema has witnessed two films --...
View ArticleShoes, bags fest back to woo capital's fashionistas
From exclusive shoes made by ace designer Ritu Kumar to enchanting pairs by brand Swati Modo - take your pick from a plethora of options available at the second edition of Shoe and Bag Festival,...
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