Bollywood News

Javed Akhtar hails young filmmakers

2012-05-16T04:10:02

The young filmmakers are doing an excellent job, says writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar, who has been associated with the industry for more than 40 years. However, he does not approve their idea of having songless movies.

Satish Kaushik wants Salman for 'Pithamagan' Hindi remake

2012-05-16T04:09:13

Rekha takes oath as Rajya Sabha member

2012-05-16T04:08:02

Veteran actress Rekha took oath as member of the Rajya Sabha earlier today in New Delhi.

Actresses with kids don't have to sit at home: Lara

2012-05-16T04:06:59

Lara Dutta feels that gone are the days when actresses' career hit dead end once they became mothers. She says she will sign a film in a few days.

Nandana, Mantena part ways, say they'll team up for film

2012-05-16T04:05:46

Actress Nandana Sen and producer Madhu Mantena have ended their nine-year-long relationship. The former is shifting to New York and the couple felt that a long-distance relationship is impractical, but they admit that they will work together on a movie.

SRK goes romantic for 'Chennai Express'

2012-05-16T03:57:08

Last year we saw King Khan in an out and out action avatar with 'Ra.One' and 'Don 2'. But this year Shah Rukh will be sticking to his romantic roots starting with Yash Chopra's next, followed by Rohit Shetty's 'Chennai Express'.

Reach of Indian cinema huge: Bipasha

2012-05-16T03:46:15

Indian cinema has evolved and its reach is huge, says Bipasha Basu adding that the people love to see Indian actors perform and cheer for them.

For Harshdeep, lyrics are backbone of a song

2012-05-16T03:45:14

Without meaningful lyrics, a singer doesn't enjoy singing, says Harshdeep Kaur, who has delivered hit numbers such as "Katiya karoon" and "Ik Onkar". She adds language is no bar for a song's success in Bollywood.

Shah Rukh tries to put an end to comparison with Ganguly

2012-05-16T03:44:35

Asking the fans to grow up, Kolkata Knight Riders owner Shah Rukh Khan Tuesday tried to put to rest comparisons with Sourav Ganguly by stating that the fans should stop comparing the two.

Censor clears Department with 'A' certificate

2012-05-16T03:43:43

'Department' has been passed with an 'A' certificate. There were no major cuts. Except for a major song about the police department which the censor board asked to be deleted.

Taruni Sachdev dies in Nepal plane crash

2012-05-15T03:29:03

Dhulia to direct Indian adaptation of 'Hamlet'

2012-05-15T05:19:08

After bringing the story of athlete-turned-dacoit Paan Singh Tomar alive on the big screen, director Tigmanshu Dhulia is set to adapt William Shakespeare's tragic play 'Hamlet' for Bollywood.

Sunny Deol didn't need my help: Ravi Kishan

2012-05-15T05:17:12

Bhojpuri superstar Ravi Kishan, who shares screen space with Sunny Deol in 'Mohalla Assi', set on the ghats of Varanasi, says a star like Sunny didn't need his help to learn the local language of Benaras.

Rohit Bal casts Arjun in princely look for Cannes

2012-05-15T05:15:54

Rohit Bal and Arjun Rampal are known for their strong bonding, both on and off the ramp. Now the designer has created a special outfit for the actor to give him a princely look for his maiden appearance at the forthcoming Cannes International Film Festival red carpet.

No Cannes for Kalki Koechlin

2012-05-15T05:13:54

While filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is all geared up to attend the 65th Cannes International Film Festival, starting May 16, his actress wife Kalki Koechlin won't be accompanying him but is hopeful that one day she would attend the gala.

Sonam to walk Cannes red carpet

2012-05-15T05:12:30

Sonam Kapoor will walk the red carpet at the 65th edition of the Cannes International Film Festival, which is starting May 16.

'Department' focuses on conflict of interest in police department

2012-05-15T05:09:16

Exploring in his films the dark underbelly of the underworld is what Ram Gopal Varma is known for. After making underworld dramas, the filmmaker puts the spotlight on the dark secrets of the police department through his film 'Department', releasing Friday.

Shahid excited about hosting IIFA

2012-05-15T05:07:19

Shahid Kapoor says that he agreed to host the 13th edition of International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards in Singapore June 7-9 after a lot of people persuaded him.

Mrinal Sen turns 90

2012-05-15T05:05:52

Director Mrinal Sen, rated as one of the pioneers of the alternative cinema movement in the country, turned 90 Monday. He spent the day attending a series of events organised in his honour.

Katrina extremely possessive about Bollywood Khans

2012-05-15T02:28:33

Katrina Kaif is currently working with Bollywood's three leading Khans - Aamir, Shah Rukh and Salman - in three different projects. So possessive is the actress about them that given the chance, she won't let anyone else work with them.