Hindi Cinema News
The latest Hindi film industry headlines, updates and announcements.
Underworld in Bollywood Belly
Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt's office recently faced a firing incident, prompting calls for presidential action against those targeting secular citizens. Police identified gangster Ravi Pujari as the culprit, while Bhatt denied any underworld connections.
Jun 20, 2006
Shahid Kapoor: Working on a Killer Instinct
Shahid Kapoor remains composed amidst media speculation and film responses, focusing on his career trajectory. He aims to emulate Aamir Khan's selective approach and develop a 'killer instinct' for choosing quality projects.
Jun 20, 2006
Watch out as ROCKY - THE REBEL arrives
The team behind 'Aksar' reunites for 'ROCKY - THE REBEL,' an action-family-musical-drama starring Zayed Khan, Esha Shravani, and Minisha Lamba. Himesh Reshammiya composed the music for this youth-oriented film.
Jun 20, 2006
Black Buck Haunts The Stars
New charges have been reframed against Salman Khan and other actors in the 1998 black buck poaching case. This legal development adds to Khan's ongoing troubles, including new revelations in his infamous hit-and-run case.
Jun 20, 2006
Akshay pans the Khans
Akshay Kumar celebrates the success of 'Phir Hera Pheri' and challenges the industry's perception of his roles, asserting his position among the top stars. He also discusses his film 'Jaaneman' and personal life.
Jun 19, 2006
Advance opens for KRRISH
Advance bookings for the highly anticipated film 'Krrish' have commenced at multiplexes due to immense public demand, setting the stage to challenge previous box office records.
Jun 19, 2006
Jaaneman fetches record distribution price?
Jaaneman's Mumbai distribution rights reportedly sold for a record 7-8 crore to Ashtavinayak Films, making it one of the highest-priced deals in recent times. This reflects a booming market driven by successful films and growing multiplexes.
Jun 17, 2006
IIFA Fashion Show dazzles for a Cause
The IIFA Foundation hosted a dazzling Fashion Extravaganza in Dubai, featuring top Indian designers and celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan and Shilpa Shetty, to support a noble cause. However, the event faced controversy over models' allegations of mistreatment.
Jun 17, 2006
IIFA Painted in Black
The IIFA Awards in Dubai saw Bollywood stars gather, with Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Black' dominating the awards. Hrithik Roshan, Preity Zinta, Himesh Reshamiya, and Akshay Kumar delivered captivating performances.
Jun 17, 2006
'Provoked' world premiere at IIFA
Jagmohan Mundhra's 'Provoked,' starring Aishwarya Rai, premiered at the IIFA Awards in Dubai, drawing a star-studded red carpet. The film tells the true story of Kiranjit Ahluwalia, a Punjabi housewife imprisoned for setting her abusive husband on fire.
Jun 16, 2006
Imtiaz Ali writes 'Ahista Ahista'
Imtiaz Ali, known for 'Socha Tha Na', has penned 'Ahista Ahista', a new film starring Abhay Deol. The movie's promos suggest a sensitive and fun narrative.
Jun 16, 2006
IIFA Weekend begins in style
The 7th IIFA Weekend and Awards officially commenced in Dubai, promising four days of film, fashion, and entertainment. The event features premieres, a film festival, a fashion extravaganza, and the main awards ceremony.
Jun 15, 2006
Bachchan launches Lights, Camera, Masala!
Amitabh Bachchan launched 'Lights, Camera, Masala!', a commemorative book offering an insider's view into the Hindi film industry. It explores the filmmaking process through fictional characters and features insights from renowned personalities and behind-the-scenes crew.
Jun 15, 2006
Salman-John at War
Reports suggest a rift between Salman Khan and John Abraham during the 'Rockstars' concert led to Salman exiting two major films, 'Salaam-e-ishq' and 'Babul'. The dispute reportedly stemmed from press comments and a disagreement over sharing earnings with choreographers.
Jun 15, 2006
Gunman fires at Mahesh Bhatt's office
An unidentified gunman fired two rounds at filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt's Juhu office today before fleeing. Thankfully, Mahesh Bhatt was not present, and no injuries were reported.
Jun 14, 2006
Revealed - Akshay's secret 20 days editing workshop
Akshay Kumar humorously addressed accusations of editing co-stars' roles, specifically Suneil Shetty's in 'Phir Hera Pheri,' joking about a 'secret editing workshop.' He also celebrated the success of 'Phir Hera Pheri' and his 'HEAT' world tour.
Jun 14, 2006
'Krrish' merchandise debuts in the market
Hrithik Roshan and Rakesh Roshan unveiled Krrish merchandise, partnering with Pantaloons for retail. They aim to establish Krrish as India's first major superhero franchise, drawing parallels to global icons like Superman and Spider-Man.
Jun 14, 2006
Salman fails to bend like Beckham
The 'Rockstars Concert' featuring top Bollywood actors faced significant setbacks in the UK, with the Wembley show canceled due to poor ticket sales, possibly impacted by the FIFA World Cup. Previous shows in the US and Canada also saw cancellations and low attendance.
Jun 13, 2006