Adnan Sami to make acting debut, seeks blessings
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) England-born singer-composer Adnan Sami, who was granted Indian citizenship more than a year ago, is all to make his acting debut with the film “Afghan – In Search Of A Home”…
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How has ‘Mubarakan’ strengthened Anil, Arjun’s bond?
New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Actor Arjun Kapoor, who will be sharing screen space with his uncle and veteran actor Anil Kapoor for the very first time in the forthcoming film “Mubarakan”, says that he…
Arpita Chakraborty to sing title track of ‘Hum Paanch Phir Se’
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Singer Arpita Chakraborty, who has crooned tracks like “Bezubaan ishq” and “Lori of Death” has been roped in to sing the track of TV show “Hum Paanch Phir Se”. “I am…
Consumer Film Festival to provide platform for budding filmmakers
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) The Council For Fair Business Practices (CFBP) is organising a Consumer Film Festival to provide a platform for budding filmmakers. The fest, as a part of celebration of their 51st year…
Delighted to host Impact Wrestling in India: Siddharth
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Radio host Siddharth Kannan is delighted to host Impact Wrestling in India, a platform for professional wrestling promotion. Impact Wrestling was formerly called Total Nonstop Action (TNA). “I was delighted to…
Big B completes ‘Thugs Of Hindostan’ first schedule
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has completed the first schedule of the upcoming film “Thugs Of Hindostan” in Malta. Amitabh on Wednesday took to Twitter to share a picturesque image of the set….
Arshad Warsi suffers knee injury, advised bed rest
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Actor Arshad Warsi, who has been hospitalised after suffering a “bad knee injury”, says he has been advised bed rest for two weeks. “My knee treatment was going on and I…
Dilip Kumar has influenced my life, says Shabana
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Veteran actress Shabana Azmi says thespian Dilip Kumar has unknowingly influenced her life. Shabana on Tuesday replied to Dilip’s Eid Mubarak message on Twitter and wrote: “Eid Mubarak. Yusuf Saab. Hardly…
Arshad Warsi suffers knee injury
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Actor Arshad Warsi has been hospitalised after suffering a “bad knee injury”, he said on Wednesday. The 49-year-old actor on Wednesday tweeted a photograph showing a wall clock, and wrote: “My…
Making ‘Doob – No Bed of Roses’ wasn’t bed of roses for director
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Irrfan Khan-starrer Bangladeshi bilingual film “Doob — No Bed Of Roses” had its world premiere at the 20th Shanghai International Film Festival to a positive reception. The director says making the…
There’s mutual respect at home despite disagreements, says Ayesha Takia
By Durga Chakravarty Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Actress Ayesha Takia, whose father-in-law, Samajwadi Party leader Abu Azmi, is infamous for his misogynistic remarks, says she may not always agree with an elder’s opinion, but there’s…
Dilip Kumar has influenced her life, says Shabana
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Veteran actress Shabana Azmi says thespian Dilip Kumar has unknowingly influenced her life. Shabana on Tuesday replied to Dilip’s Eid Mubarak message on Twitter and wrote: “Eid Mubarak. Yusuf Saab. Hardly…
No issues with CBFC, my problem is with society: Ekta Kapoor
Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) After fighting many battles with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the trailer of Alankrita Shrivastav directorial venture “Lipstick Under My Burkha” was released on Tuesday in Mumbai. During the…
Karan Sharma to play grey character for first time
Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Actor Karan Sharma, best known for his positive roles in shows like “Baa Bahoo Aur Baby”, “Pavitra Rishta” and “Kaala Teeka”, will be seen playing a grey character for the first…
Irrfan Khan channels his ‘inner hipster’ in New York
Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Internationally acclaimed Indian actor Irrfan Khan was spotted flaunting his hipster look in New York. The actor was seen sporting a floral shirt paired with round sunglasses and a hat. “Channeling…
Always a positive working experience with Akshay: Producer
Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Actor Akshay Kumar has associated with Neeraj Pandey and Shital Bhatia’s Friday Filmworks for the fifth time with “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha”. Bhatia says working with Akshay is always a pleasant…
Police bungled Malayalam actress kidnap case: Congress
Thiruvananthapuram, June 27 (IANS) The Congress party on Tuesday alleged that the Malayalam actress kidnap case has been bungled by Kerala Police. Former Home Minister and present Leader of Opposition Ramesh Chennithala blamed Chief Minister…
‘The Fakir of Venice’ to open 8th Jagran Film Festival in Delhi
New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Farhan Akhtar starrer “The Fakir of Venice” will be the opening movie at the 8th Jagran Film Festival, which will start here from July 1. The gala, to be inaugurated…
My biopic would be boring, says SRK
Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Superstar Shah Rukh Khan doesn’t find his life’s story interesting and “controversial” enough for a biopic. He says that, in fact, it would be “boring” unless he decides to write it…
Vidya Balan returns as ambassador for IFFM
Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Actress Vidya Balan is returning as ambassador of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), which will be held this year August 10-22, showcasing over 60 films. She is happy about…