Director Kabir Khan who has just finished a gruesome four month long schedule of the movie ‘Kabul Express’ in Afghanistan is back home and giving finishes touches to the film.

Starring John Abraham and Arshad Warsi as two Indian journalists on an assignment to cover the Taliban’s hold on Afghanistan, Kabul Express draws on the director’s own experiences of shooting in the troubled country. With his entire shooting complete, Kabir has no reason to go back anytime soon. (more…)

Though Salman Khan has overcome his recent jail memories (where he had to stay three nights over the animal poaching case), his impending ‘Rock Stars’ concert where he was to perform his role along with Akshay Kumar and John Abraham, has been postponed because was not granted permission from court for international shooting and live concerts.

One of show’s organizers, Bunty Wallia confirms the postponement. “The shows were supposed to start in Calgary on 21 April and were to go on over the weekends. Now we’re starting the shows in the first week of May, going into June. As of now, that’s the plan. But obviously further decisions depend on Salman. There will be no Rock Stars concerts without Salman.”

As of now Salman has begun practicing on songs and dances he will perform at overseas road shows. He is practicing six hours a day for the concert that will tour the United States, Canada and Europe next month, his brother Sohail Khan told. “He’s concerned about delays in the Rock Stars concert and is making every effort to get his schedules back on track. It’s almost like a junoon (passion)”, said Sohail Khan. Salman has also resumed acting in movies stalled due to his arrest. (more…)

Shooting of B.R.Films eagerly-awaited ‘Baabul - a family saga’ with strong social message, is now going at a break neck speed since the filmmakers want to release it during Diwali this year.

The shooting of the film will be completed by July with Scenes and songs, including the one rendered by Amitabh Bachchan and Salman Khan, will be picturised. Aadesh Srivastava has scores the music while lyrics are by Sameer.

Being made under the banner of B.R.Films, the film is being produced by B.R.Chopra and directed by Ravi Chopra who earlier gave superhit ‘Baghban’ which was on the lines of aged couple forced to live apart and tormented by their unconcerned children. (more…)

Award-winning director Deepa Mehta after the success of ‘Water’ is now planning to make a film on the lives of Indians who were refused entry into Canada nearly a century ago.

Mehta and producer David Hamilton are working on the project about the voyage of the Japanese liner ‘the Komagata Maru’. The film is expected to start shooting next year in Canada, India and possibly Japan.

The film tentatively titled ‘Exclusion’ is based on real events when more than 300 were Indians barred from Vancouver harbour, Canada in 1914. On their return to India, passengers were arrested and British colonial officials planned to send them back home to the northern state of Punjab. Some refused to go and 20 were killed when police opened fire on a demonstration. (more…)

Model-actor Upen Patel’s popularity is growing so much so that he already bagged six prestigious projects even before his debut release - Abbas Mastan’s thriller ‘36 China Town’ also starring Akshaye Khanna, Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor.

Apparently Patel has been getting plenty of offers but has been cautious in his selection. The actor said, “Yes I’ve been meeting a lot of people but it’s too early to confirm details. I’m all set for my debut with 36 China Town, and looking forward to its release. I’m glad that the industry seems to be accepting me.”

So far he has been signed by Subhash Ghai, Ashtavinayak films, Sunil Darshan, Tips, Shyam Bajaj’s next and Vipul Shah. (more…)

Vidya Balan talks about her forthcoming films.

'Parineeta' changed my life.

Dada (Pradeep Sarkar) was very sure he wanted only me for the role. His confidence and faith in me really boosted my energy levels. It helps when someone stands and backs you. I had done nearly 80 ads by the time I came to an acting career, still one needs inspiration from the right quarters. He was sure no one else could play Lolita. I think people who debut at an early age have had to wait a few years to get that kind of a role. In that way, I am lucky. Touch wood.

Sequel to 'Munnabhai MBBS'!

I play Sanjay Dutt’s love interest in ‘Munnabhai Meets Mahatma’. But it’s not a sequel per se. The characters Munna and Circuit are there in this movie also, but it is not a sequel to ‘Munnabhai MBBS’. One of the great things about the film is that everyone sees it as a fresh film, including Rajkumar Hirani. It may be titled ‘Munnabhai Meets Mahatma’ or ‘Munnabhai Lage Raho’. I also loved ‘Munnabhai MBBS’. There was not a single unwanted moment in the film. Picture ho to aisi! (more…)

Excellent screenplay of director Milan Luthria and admirable performances by actors Nana Patekar and John Abraham has impressed none other than Aamir Khan who made the effort to watch Taxi No. 9211 in a hall recently.

While some said the bonding between Nana Patekar and John Abraham was the most interesting aspect, others commented on its portrayal of Mumbai’s fast-paced life. However, the ever observant Aamir commented that what stood out in the film was the fact that both the heroes had negative shades.

Surely, Luthria must be on cloud nine. His Taxi No. 9211 was probably the only movie that came up to people expectations after Aamir Khan starrer Rang de Basanti. At some point the film was also outdid Rang de Basanti from its no. 1 position.