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Be it Deepika Padukone's unique role in "Piku" or Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's power-packed avatar in "Jazbaa", actor Irrfan Khan is happy that Indian actresses are increasingly choosing performance-oriented characters over formulaic Bollywood entertainers. Asked if actresses today prefer doing offbeat and character roles, Irrfan told : "Yes, lots of actresses today want to work more in offbeat cinema. Deepika did it in 'Piku'. Most actresses would say 'This film does not have dancing or singing, then why should I do it?' But see, Deepika is a top star and she did it beautifully." "Actresses want to do performances...like Priyanka (Chopra), who is doing an international TV show, where she only needs to act. Actresses are getting ambitious about doing great performances, which is a good sign," added the "Piku" actor, who was in Delhi to promote "Jazbaa" along with Aishwarya. Irrfan, who was last seen playing a police officer in "Talvar", will be seen essaying the role of a suspended inspector in "Jazbaa", directed by Sanjay Gupta. He says his new film is "an edge of the seat thriller". "In 'Jazbaa' I wasn't looking for a challenge, I was looking for entertainment...I usually do films which urge people to think about and see something new. This film has a unique concept. Also, 'Jazbaa' is a 'paisa vasool' film. It is an edge of the seat thriller," Irrfan said. "Jazbaa", which also stars veteran actress Shabana Azmi, Jackie Shroff among others is hitting the screens on Friday.
Indian Actress Confirms Dinner With Obama
Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra has found visibility internationally with American TV show "Quantico". The actress has been recently invited to the annual White House Correspondents Dinner with US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. It was a rare honor for every celebrity but Priyanka is not sure if she will be able to attend t given her tight shooting schedule for "Quantico" as well as for her Hollywood debut "Baywatch". Now the actress has confirmed her presence. The actress shared the news on twitter while replying to one of his fan query.When a social media asked her, "are you going to the White House on April 30?", she responded, "Yes, I will be attending".The actress also updated about shooting of her Hollywood debut "Baywatch". "Ok, off to set to find my purpose. Fun scene with Zac Efron and The Rock... Going to wear my high heels and bad girl face," she wrote. Priyanka will be dining with some of Hollywood's biggest names like Will Smith,Kerry Washington, Shonda Rhimes, Kim Kardashian's model sister Kendall Jenner among others. The 2016 White House Correspondents' dinner, which will be President Barack Obama's last in office, will be hosted by comedian Larry Wilmore.The dinner will take place on Saturday.
Every Indian woman is beautiful: Kareena
Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan believes that Indian women are beautiful in their own right. The face of Craftsvilla Miss Ethnic will crown the finalists of the contest, to be held on September 11 here. Women across the country, regardless of their age and marital status, can participate in the contest. "Every Indian woman is unique and beautiful in their own right. Through Craftsvilla Miss Ethnic, we are looking for those who believe in themselves," Kareena said in a statement. She also strongly believes that every Indian should put in efforts to preserve the country's heritage. "India is a house to diverse and vibrant ethnicities and is imperative for each one of us to preserve it," said the actress. Kareena, a big fan of everything ethnic, also loves Indian art and crafts, especially paintings. Her favourite painting is from Manu Parekh’s Banaras series. “What I like about the painting is that it has so many vibrant colours which symbolises our country. The blending of all the colours in one frame stands testimony to India’s unity in diversity and I am proud to have that painting with me,” she said.
Indian Cinema: Globalised Challenges Ahead
Indian cinema particularly, Bollywood and its others regional fellows are engaging in a bid that push themselves at the forefront of global cinema circles. They participate in many International film festivals even before they are screened for the domestic audience. However, it has become a practice for all cinema makers either to get recognized or market for their latest flick long time before, now it has been seen as a part of regular campaign for them. They have gained a prominence among the international viewers since India is the second largest movie producer after USA, globally. A fraction of Indian cinema finds specific taste of foreign film lovers and thus retains a significant place under their preferences. Recently they got another recognition from none other than the President of India, Smt Pratibha Patil, while was delivering her speech in the 54th National Film Awards ceremony, heightened the spirit of Indian cinema by saying that, "At a time when every sector of our economy is being influenced and in most cases taking the benefits of the currents of globalization, our film industry can utilize this opportunity too. As interest in India and its culture increases across the globe, the film industry can take advantage of its already large presence and play the role of a cultural ambassador, by showcasing incredible India and its values of humanism, tolerance and harmony." As this may be at one side, the other at domestic level, we have to look beyond commercial versions and have to explore wider possibilities to project Indian cinema came over the ages of entertainment, that is, purely an entertainment content. We can spot changes in the film making concepts from young entrants across the regions/languages. Emphasizing the importance of such experiments the President said, "The master storyteller is after all, the one who weaves a powerful message into a seemingly straightforward narrative and makes the viewer introspect. Questions such as why did certain things happen, who was wrong and could things have been done differently - continue to gnaw the mind of the viewer, after watching a thought provoking movie. Therefore, maintaining a balance between entertainment and social relevance shall continue to be a challenge for the industry. While on the one hand a message without entertainment will not capture the attention of the audience and on the other hand, mere entertainment without a message would be like an oyster without a pearl. There is no simple formula for maintaining this balance, but this is your challenge." The real challenge lay at the hands of new wave experimentalists who do combine the both aspects as a successful formula like films viz. A Wednesday, Firaaq, Mumabi Meri Jaan, Munnabhai series and others who are very recent additions continued with the spirit of ART FILM directors like Shyam Benagal, Govind Nihalani, Adoor Gopalakrishnan etc. The mid-way of film making apart from enjoying awards and accolades get wider box office recognition from the society, too. However, unless there are innovative ideas to support the film makers in the form of finance, market access, tax concessions, infrastructure for shooting and exhibitions from the government side or through private participation, there is an eminent danger prevails as in the long run film makers may disassociate from these ventures, if they fail for a while or two, commercially.
Indian cricket team at Chennai 600028 premiere
The entire Indian cricket team has been invitated to join the 600 odd VVIP guests in Singapore in late February 2007. Director Venkat Prabhu, Producers SP Charan and JK Saravana had extended their invitation to the Indian cricket team when they had met them in the Chennai one day International match. The much expected International film premiere has a International guest list from India, Singapore and Malaysia. Superstar Rajinikanth is said to be on the VVIP guest list.
Indian Cricket rules in Chennai 600028!
The Indian National team might have had an unexpected early exit in the World Cup. But, in Chennai 600028 the street cricket teams heighten every Indians passion and love for the wonderful game! Director Venkat Prabhu says, "Cricket is a religion in India. We love the Indian Team but we love the game more. That's what Chennai 600028 has in store for my fellow Cricket fans. But, this just isn't another Cricket film!" The much awaited film might just be an answer to the aching hearts of every cricket fan at this point of time. The film's theme song 'Ulle Vaa' sung by Yuvan Shankar Raja, DJ Sathiya & SilveSTAR was dedicated to every Cricket fan!