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For all those who have already tagged the character played by Aamir Khan as a terrorist in FANAA, there is a surprise in store! Though Aamir Khan's name has been widely publicized as Rehan Qadri in the film who is a tourist guide with a dark background, some more dope about the film indicates that he also carries another name i.e. RANJEEV SINGH! Yes, that's the name indicated on the name tag show on the army dress that he is shown to be wearing in the film. The army link? Well, that's yet another surprise which is thrown upon the audience at just the right time when the movie's release is only 3 weeks away! Rehan or Ranjeev? The mystery deepens!
"K Sera Sera signs top Directors for 20 films"
K Sera Sera, India's fastest growing entertainment content producer, has changed gears to appropriate the leadership position as a truly professionally corporatised player in the movie business in India. Parag Sanghavi, Managing Director, K Sera Sera, said, "We have been looking at aggressively scaling up, and I am delighted to announce that K Sera Sera has signed up big ticket directors like David Dhawan, Abbas Mastan, Priyadarshan, Sudhir Mishra, Vipul Shah, Anubhav Sinha and others. We plan to produce more than 20 films, which will be released by end-March 2008, at a total outlay in excess of Rs. 250 crores. The first of these films will go on the floor soon." This will make K Sera Sera the single biggest player in the Hindi Movies business in terms of volume of output, and should see its topline grow at over 100% year on year in FY 07 and 08 from the expected March 06 figures of Rs. 70 crores. Profitability too is expected to grow at the same rate. Sanghavi said, "As we look to aggressively scale up, we are keen to consolidate our position by emerging as the first genuine studio in India with broad based creative strengths. We are offering a platform to all kinds of creative talent across all genres. The response from the creative fraternity has been outstanding, and we are extremely happy with our lineup for Season 06. " K Sera Sera's current lineup is by far more comprehensive and wide ranging than that of other film production majors. The wide spectrum of directorial talent that it has signed up will give K Sera Sera a definite edge in the battle for market share in the Hindi Feature Films business. Sanghavi revealed: "K Sera Sera is in advanced stages of discussions to forge an alliance with yet another leading Bollywood director who has won immense critical and popular acclaim. We shall share details at an opportune time in the near future." The company also plans to extend its plans to regional film production in the near future. K Sera Sera has aggressive plans of 360-degree monetization of each film it will produce. "We have been phased and systematic in drawing our plans and locking in investment," Sanghavi said, "We have been putting systems and teams in place, and recently launched our first initiative of film distribution as a test case in Mumbai, the most important market for film distribution in India." And although the film did not have a mega star cast, featuring Paresh Rawal and Om Puri, and with Riteish Deshmukh playing only a cameo, the distribution team at K Sera Sera achieved excellent results that were much better than those of mega starrers like Zinda and Family. "We released Malamaal Weekly with a total of 150-plus prints including digital prints in Mumbai, the film achieved a revenue of close to Rs. 4 crores, which was much more than what was achieved by mega starrers like Family and Zinda in the same time." K Sera Sera plans to release more films in the near future too. With mega directors and complete plans with investments locked in to produce and release over 20 films by March 2008, K Sera Sera has already appropriated the position of the biggest player in the motion pictures business in India. "This is just the beginning. We aim to remain not just the biggest but the most professional film production studio offering creative talent the best atmosphere and facilities to create entertaining films. And at the same time, we are also committed to offering movie lovers in India and the world over the most complete and diverse bouquet of entertaining films. And thereby register healthy growth in company's performance."
K Jo and special appearences!
In his directorial debut venture 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' it was Salman who did a special appearence for him. In his second project 'Kabhie Kushi Kabhie Gham' he had Rani Mukherjee appear specially on screen. In 'Kal Ho Na Ho' it was Sonali Bendre and Sanjay Kapoor as well as Kajol and Rani who appeared in the dance sequence. Karan Johar seems to have a thing for the word 'K' as well as special appearences. Now with reports out that the director has got over his sentiment of having 'K' as the begining of all his films; but the director seems to have not gotton over his liking for special appearences! We are all aware that Karan is now producing 'Dostana' starring Abhishek Bachchan, John Abhram and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles. Like all his other films in this film too he has a surprise element! Reports are circulating around the area that Karan might rope in Shilpa Shetty for an item song in his new venture. With Shilpa having a vast reach among the Indian as well as the international audience we can be sure that the song will be a super hit among the masses! We wish this king of drama all the very best in 'Dostana'!
K Bhagyaraj meets Tamil Nadu CM
Actor-director Bhagyaraj chose to celebrate his birthday on Sunday by calling on Chief Minister M Karunanidhi along with his family members. Beginning his career as an assistant to directors G Ramakrishnan and Bharathiraja, Bhagyaraj was recognised for his script writing talent. Among his early work was the script for the Kizhake Pogum Rayil (1978). He made his directorial debut with the film Suvarillatha Chittirangal (1979). He soon established his own concern and started producing a string of distinctive films made mainly in the Tamil language. Bhagyaraj often cast himself in the lead roles of the films he scripted and directed, effectively carving out a niche for himself in the actor-auteur vein. He even made foray into Bollywood and directed stars like Amitabh Bachchan, the big B. Among his blockbusters include Indru Poi Nallai Vaa, Mouna Geethangal, Andha 7 Naatkal, Darling Darling Darling, Thooral Ninnu Pochu, Mundhanai Mudichu, Thavani Kanavugal, Chinna Veedu, Idhu Namma Aalu and so on. He, along with his wife Poornima Bhagyaraj, daughter Saranya and son Santhanu called on Kalaignar Karunanidhi at his residence and got his blessings.
K. Balachander on current trends
K. Balachander, known as KB in short and referred to as Iyakkunar Sigaram fondly, was felicitated recently. The press met him after the felicitation and KB answered all the questions that were put forth by them. He said that during his days, it was a real feat to enter films as a director as it required struggle. But now, trends are changing and many youngsters are making their foray into films as directors and this, he said, is a healthy trend for Tamil films. When asked if he would direct a film with both Rajinikanth and Kamal Hassan in the lead roles, he said that he would, if they were ready to act. He also conveyed his willingness to accept the role of the Principal, if someone were ready to start a college for film studies. This he said in a reply to a question is he would start a college for film studies. Director Vasanth and actor Vennira Aadai Nirmala were also present during the interview.
K V Anand: Always in focus
Cinematographer ' director K V Anand is in joy. Everyone has acclaimed his awesome work behind the camera for Sivaji. The grand sets in the song sequences and the pulsating stunt sequences are well picturised by K V Anand. Anand says, 'I wanted to work with Rajnikanth for a long time. I missed the opportunity in Muthu and later Baba. When I was urged to work in Sivaji, I did not want to miss the opportunity. Working with Rajnikanth and Shankar was a great experience'. The appreciation for his work in Sivaji has made him very happy now. Anand says, 'Now with renewed vigor, I would commence work for my next directorial venture'. Anand is planning to direct a film next. His maiden venture was Kana Kandein that featured Srikanth, Gopika and Prithviraj in prominent roles. 'Soon a formal announcement would be made', he says.