Hindi Cinema News
The latest Hindi film industry headlines, updates and announcements.
I’m really, really sorry: Salman Khan
Actor Salman Khan has apologised for his remarks on the 26/11 attack and insists that they were “twisted” and he did not mean to “hurt anybody’s sentiments”. “The interview has been twisted. I saw it myself, the way it is coming across on TV, it is sounding insensitive. I was jus
Sep 13, 2010
Ranbir Kapoor can be the next Amitabh Bachchan’
After working with Ranbir Kapoor in two films, director Siddharth Anand feels the young actor has the potential to follow in the footsteps of megastar Amitabh Bachchan as the “complete Hindi film hero”. “The day Ranbir does an action film and does it well, he has the potential to
Sep 3, 2010
Varma takes death threats in his stride
It seems Ram Gopal Varma is not worried about the death threats he is getting as he is moving around in Hyderabad unescorted and says he isn’t being brave, just practical. “This is not the first time I’m under threat. It has happened to me on several occasions. When in the histor
Sep 3, 2010
I never run after stars: Anurag Kashyap
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who worked with fresh faces in “Dev D”, says he prefers working with newcomers because they are hungry for perfection and give their soul to their work. “I never run after stars. I keep looking for good talent because it’s fun working with newcomers. The
Sep 2, 2010
I age from 20-65 in ‘Saat Khoon Maaf’: Priyanka
She sported 12 different looks in “What’s Your Rashee” and now Priyanka Chopra is set to age from 20 years to 65 years in Vishal Bharadwaj’s “Saat Khoon Maaf”. “I age from 20-65 in the film. That was a very difficult thing for me to do. ‘Saat Khoon Maaf’ is an incredible film for
Sep 1, 2010
Ra.One’ release date not yet fixed: SRK
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has clarified that the release date of his superhero film “Ra.One” has not yet been decided, unlike what has been reported. According to certain media reports Tuesday, the actor-producer is planning to release the film June 3, next year. But Sha
Sep 1, 2010
Abhay is a natural actor: Kalki Koechlin
Dev D” fame actress Kalki Koechlin, who is sharing screen space with Abhay Deol again in “Zindagi Milegi Na Dobara”, feels her co-star is quite natural in front of the camera. “It was nice working with Abhay again. We are used to working with each other so now we know what each o
Sep 1, 2010
I welcome changes being seen in Mumbai: Amitabh Bachchan
Stating that he is proud to be a Mumbaikar, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has written to the media clarifying his stand on the proposed Metro and stressing that he welcomes the changes being seen in the city. “Certain sections of the media, both electronic and print, have m
Sep 1, 2010
Ajay Devgan fined for smoking in public in Goa
Bollywood actor Ajay Devgan has been fined Rs.100 for smoking in the courtyard of a multiplex in Panaji, police said Wednesday. “The notice will be issued today (Wednesday). We are acting on a complaint filed by the state health department (Directorate of Health Services, DHS),”
Sep 1, 2010
Ash-Abhi to miss ‘Raavan’ screening at Venice fest
Bollywood couple Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan won’t be able to attend the screening of their film “Raavan” at the upcoming 67th Venice Film Festival, due to prior commitments with their brand endorsements. “Raavanan” and “Raavan” – the Tamil and the Hindi versions of the M
Aug 31, 2010
I would like to produce small films: Salman Khan
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has no immediate plans to follow his brothers Arbaaz and Sohail into production. But says he would love to invest in “small and entertaining” films if he does. Asked about his plans on film production, Salman said: “No. But if I do I would like to
Aug 31, 2010
Bipasha to stars: do issue-based films for free
Bipasha Basu, who was just seen in “Lamhaa” and is now getting ready to do a film on honour killings, feels issue-based films should be made with small budgets to make them “commercially viable” and stars shouldn’t charge any fee to work in them. “Don’t charge any money for worki
Aug 31, 2010
PM watches ‘Peepli Live’
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Sunday evening watched Bollywood star Aamir Khan’s production “Peepli Live” at his 7 Race Course Road residence, an official said. “Dr. Singh watched the film with interest,” the official in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said after the special sc
Aug 30, 2010
Salman woos fans in Delhi with clean-shaven look
Fan frenzy was at its peak when Bollywood star Salman Khan, sporting a clean-shaven look, came to a mall here to promote his upcoming police drama “Dabangg”. Sporting a red t-shirt and blue faded jeans, Salman was looking at his best and the hundreds of fans who gathered at DLF P
Aug 30, 2010
Pooja Batra returns to catwalk – just for men
Former Miss India-turned-actress Pooja Batra returned to the runaway after nine years, saying she thoroughly enjoyed walking the ramp at the Van Heusen India Men’s Week (VHIMW) here Sunday as the entire focus was on her. Looking younger than ever, the 36-year-old sashayed on the
Aug 30, 2010
I have kept my Rancho costume: Aamir
Aamir Khan has confessed he keeps the costumes of all the characters he plays in films, even the clapboards. Aamir has kept the costumes of Rancho, the character he essayed in the superhit ‘3 Idiots’, as well as the clapboards, as he has done for all his films. “You know I keep t
Aug 28, 2010
3 Idiots’ being remade in Tamil, Telugu: Raju Hirani
Director Raju Hirani has revealed that his “3 Idiots”, which created history by becoming the all-time highest grosser, is getting remade in Tamil and Telugu. “The film is being remade in Tamil and Telegu. I don’t have any idea on who are playing the lead there. I think they are i
Aug 28, 2010
Bollywood gets high on sequels – a la Hollywood
The Hindi box office will soon be laden with sequels like “Race 2″, “Don 2″ and the third instalments of “Dhoom”, “Golmaal” and “Phoonk” as Bollywood walks in Hollywood’s footsteps to make filmmakers feel secure and keep a captive audience in good cheer. “It is a commercial decis
Aug 26, 2010