Amitabh Bachchan Shares His Thoughts On Shammi Kapoor

Amitabh Bachchan, who was friends with deceased Shammi Kapoor and was seen teary-eyed at his funeral, tweets sombre thoughts remembering the actor.
“Miss a birthday, a wedding, but never a funeral, an advice given by a friend. Seeing the turnout at Shammi ji’s confirmed my opinion,” the megastar tweeted.
“It is an irony of life that one person is able to collect an entire industry only when he is not there to notice it!” the star observed.
“Jodi tor dak shune kayu na aashe tobe ekla chalo re..!! When no one hears your call, walk alone.. Gurudev Tagore,” the star signed off with the tweet.
Earlier he has spoken about his time and interactions with the ailing Shammi Kapoor.
“Shammi ji and I worked together in a few films and it was moments that can never be forgotten. His verve for life, its excitement, its energy was infectious. He would enter a room and suddenly everything would electrify. You were happy in his company and his optimism. Spending a few moments with him could pump up the adrenalin to its maximum degree,” Big B said.
Amitabh had also said that the charismatic actor, who was on dialysis for quite some time before his demise, was “tired and could not take it anymore”. Source
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Shammi Kapoor Passes Away

Legendary actor Shammi Kapoor, whose last rites were performed on Monday, loved to reminisce on his era, his times. A Q&A session with him was always fun. His answers were razor-sharp and witty. “I’ll tell you a story,” would be his opening line. And then the superstar would gift you with precious nuggets and anecdotes. “Tali ho” would be his parting shot.
For instance, Tumsa Nahin Dekha (1957), a Nasir Hussain flick, was not meant for Kapoor. “Devsaab was to do Tumsa…. However, he wriggled out of the project as he was paired opposite a lesserknown actress. So, producer S Mukherjee asked Hussain to audition me,” he once told this correspondent. And the rest is history. Tumsa… catapulted Kapoor to stardom. Professor and Ujala confirmed his credentials as a successful actor while Junglee turned him into a youth icon. ‘Yaahoo’ resonated the angst and abandon of the Ovaltine generation of the 1950s. Source
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Hrithik Roshan Speaks On Shammi Kapoor

Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan says that the deceased actor Shammi Kapoor will not be forgotten.
“Tum mujhe yun bhula na paaoge” the song from Shammi Kapoor’s film Pagla Kahin Ka rings so true now that he’s left us. Hrithik Roshan, who is a great fan of the late actor, says a life like Shammi Kapoor’s should be rejoiced not mourned.
“Legends like Shammi Kapoor do not die…he lives, inside us, around us. A journey such as his should be rejoiced, not mourned. Of course, we’ll miss his physical presence terribly, but his magic lives on within you and me…and I will make sure my sons know the superstar their dad admired and loved the most,” Hrithik said in a press statement on Monday.
Hrithik has two sons: Hrehaan, five, and Hridhaan, three.
Hrithik even says it’s not appropriate to use tributes like RIP (Rest In Peace) for Shammi Kapoor.
“For you I don’t want to say R.I.P, but rather D.I.H …dancing in heaven now…I love you,” Hrithik added.
Shammi Kapoor passed away on Sunday at the age of 79. He was cremated on Monday morning. Source
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There Is No Kareena Kapoor In Heroine

Movie production company UTV Motion Pictures on Wednesday denied reports that Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor has replaced Aishwarya Rai as the lead in Madhur Bhandarkar’s project Heroine, which was put on the backburner following the news of Ash’s pregnancy.
Though last week Kareena admitted to a leading news daily that she has signed up for the movie, UTV’s official statement tells a different story.
“We would like to clarify that no casting has been finalised for Heroine at all,” said the statement.
The clarification was made following a report by a Mumbai-based tabloid, which stated that Kareena had demanded Rs 10 crore for the project, but has now settled the deal for Rs.8 crore.
“We further wish to state that no financial terms have been agreed upon and definitely not even remotely close to the figures quoted in the article today,” the statement read further.
The story of Heroine takes a behind-the-scenes look at the life and times of a Bollywood superstar. While Kareena was the original choice for the film, Aishwarya was finalised for it.
After 10 days of the shoot, Aishwarya’s father-in-law, megastar Amitabh Bachchan broke the news about her pregnancy. The film was put on hold indefinitely.
“I was in a state of shock and depression,” Bhandarkar posted on his blog earlier. Source
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Anil Kapoor Wishes Good Luck To Freida Pinto

Actor Anil Kapoor who superbly bonded with the cast of Oscar nominated SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE has nothing but good wishes and expectations from Freida Pinto’s much acclaimed visual effects extravaganza, RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES.
The actor who won the admiration of his Hollywood team and led the forefront at the film’s Oscar success in Hollywood is reportedly very good friends with Freida Pinto and is keen to see her in the recently released APES reboot, which also stars James Franco.
Says Anil, ‘I’m so happy to see Freida’s career go from strength to strength. She has worked with some of Hollywood’s best directors in roles that were truly challenging. In doing so she has effortlessly and gracefully made her mark in Hollywood. There has been a lot of anticipation from her film RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES. I wish her all the very best and look forward to watching the film!’
RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES, has been welcomed by critics and fans from all over the world, looks like Anil’s good wishes are working! Source
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Kareena Kapoor Is Riding High On Box Office Success

Kareena Kapoor and Asin are undoubtedly the two hot and happening heroines of the Hindi film industry who have the distinction of acting in two movies that have crossed the 100 crore mark. Kareena with 3 IDIOTS and GOLMAAL 3 was the first double centurion and Asin with GHAJINI and READY the second.
However, as things stand today, it appears that Kareena Kapoor is all set to score another double century and get way ahead of her competitors. Yes, it’s very obvious that we are talking about two of Kareena’s upcoming films that in all probability will definitely cross (at least) the 100 crore mark.
The first is BODYGUARD, which is all set to witness a tumultuous response this Eid, and seeing the way most of Salman Khan films have performed at the box office, this goes without saying that BODYGUARD will be Kareena’s third film to cross 100 crore.
After Eid, it will be Diwali and the film that is expected to cross the 100 crore mark is Anubhav Sinha’s RA.ONE. This co-incidentally is the second film that Kareena stars in and trade is certain that Shah Rukh Khan’s RA.ONE will set the box-office on fire and will definitely cross the 100 crore mark, what with RA.ONE being the most anticipated and eagerly awaited movie of the year.
Well, without doubt it does gonna be Bebo Bebo during the festivals! Source
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Sonam Kapoor Gets A Golden Pen From Pankaj Kapur

Director Pankaj Kapur has apparently gifted Sonam Kapoor, a limited edition 24-carat gold plated luxury pen studded with diamonds worth a whopper.
This particular gift because Kapur discovered Sonam’s love for writing during the shooting of Mausam. No, the brand of the pen wasn’t the one Sonam and dad Anil Kapoor endorse. Source
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Hema Malini Supports Karisma Kapoor For Satte Pe Satta

Actress Hema Malini is certain that Karishma Kapoor, who is said to be reprising her role in the remake of her 1982 film “Satte Pe Satta”, would be able to justify her character.
“Karishma is a fantastic actor. She would definitely portray the character well in the remake of the film,” Hema told reporters after the Scintillating Jewellery show on the second day of India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) in Mumbai, where she was the showstopper.
Scintillating Jewellery specializes in jewellery from Rajasthan, which comprise contemporary flared jewellery with a perfect combination of solid gold and diamonds.
Hema was all praise of actor Salman Khan who did a cameo role in her film “Tell Me O Khuda” releasing this September. Source
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Sonam Kapoor Joins Bikram Yoga Classes To Stay Fit

It seems Sonam Kapoor is aiming for size zero. The already slim actress has now joined Bikram Yoga classes, where she is expected to sweat it out and burn oodles of calories.
“Starting bikram yoga today or as everyone calls it hot yoga. It’s my dads secret for looking fab. (sic),” Sonam posted on her Twitter page.
Bikram Yoga is a distinct style developed by yoga guru Bikram Choudhury who holds a US copyright on his yoga that comprises 26 ‘asanas’ or postures and two breathing exercises.
The actress says it is her dad Anil Kapoor’s secret to looking fabulous
In the West, celebrities like Madonna, Brooke Shields and Raquel Welch practice it. Source
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Ranbir Kapoor Met With An Accident - Got 5 Stitches

When it comes to work, our stars would be quite serious in giving their best shot and at the same time be least bothered of dangers or about their own safety. Here’s our Youngistan star who was caught unaware while shooting…
Ranbir Kapoor, who was shooting for Anurag Basu’s ‘Barfee’ recently, met with a mishap which left him severely injured. The scene involved the actor shooting in a lake, which was in fact set up in Filmcity.
According to unit sources, Ranbir was so engrossed into the shoot that as he got out of the water he hit his head on a rod that was just above him.
The blow left a deep cut on his forehead from which blood gushed out. Ranbir was immediately rushed to a doctor and the wound was treated with four to five stitches!
The shoot naturally was called-off for the day. Since it was a serious head injury, Ranbir was asked to take rest for few days. But being a thorough professional, the actor insisted to continue working, only to be stopped by Anurag. Source
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India International Jewellery Week; Sonam Kapoor Does It All

Sonam Kapoor is the face of the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) after designer Farah Khan Ali, who created waves at the inaugural edition last year decided to give it a miss this time due to other commitments.
The five-day event, organised by the Gems & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)begins in Mumbai July 31.
‘I am not showcasing at the second edition of the jewellery week as I am working on a bigger project which requires time and concentration,’ Farah, was in the news recently after international singer Beyonce Knowles wore a crown desgined by her for a new music album ‘4', told the source.
The jewellery at Mumbai’s Grand Hyatt hotel will see collections from designers like Varuna D. Jani and brands like Amrapali, Tanishq and Ganjam.
Top Bollywood celebrities, models and some international icons, whose names are being kept under wraps, have been roped in to walk the ramp during the event. Source
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The Love & Hate Relationship Of Sonam & Shahid Kapoor

From the very first day Shahid Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor starrer MAUSAM went on floors, we’ve been hearing reports about Shahid and Sonam not getting along well.
When asked Shahid Kapoor about the same he said, ‘We have a very friendly-fighty relationship. Sonam and I love & hate each other. That is how we are.’
Sonam Kapoor was quick to add, ‘I don’t usually interact with my co-stars. Actually, I’m extremely shy and reserved person before someone gets to know me. Shahid had to talk to me initially and then we were fighting. But I don’t think we had any major fights. We used fight about the kind of clothes Shahid wore. Eventually we became friends.’ Source
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Anil Kapoor Is Now A Hollywood Star

Now, this can give you a feeling of jealousy. After the Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire and sharing screen space with Tom Cruise in Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, Anil Kapoor is riding high on his Hollywood career. He has also bagged a role in the thriller Cities opposite Hollywood star Clive Owen.
But director Shirish Kunder claims that many of his colleagues in Bollywood are happy that he didn’t feature in the first Mission Impossible 4 trailer.
He tweeted: ‘So many people in Bollywood happy that Anil Kapoor does not feature in the Mission Impossible trailer. The Great Indian Crab Mentality!’ Source
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Tusshar Kapoor Is Planning To Become A Producer

Its been a busy year for Tusshar Kapoor. He has enjoyed two releases already and though LOVE U… MR. KALAKAAR! didn’t quite set the cash registers ringing, there was good critical appreciation that came in for SHOR IN THE CITY. Now he is gearing up for the September release of HUM TUM SHABANA.
One wonders though where he is on the production plans. After all it wasn’t too long ago that he was planning to turn a producer.
With sister Ekta seeing good success coming her way as a producer, what with her strategy of mixing low (RAGINI MMS), medium (THE DIRTY PICTURE) as well as high budget (ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI - 2) films well, is he looking forward to going independent as well?
“See I won’t deny that there is a thought in my mind about turning a producer, “confesses Tusshar, “However as of now I don’t have any major plans per se. I have just discussed with a few close associates that I aspire to turn a producer but it is untrue that there is something concrete already in place.” Source
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Ranbir Kapoor & Imran Khan - Friends Or Foes?

Bollywood is full of news, gossips, glamour and rumours. There have been numerous stories doing the rounds about the equation shared by Imran Khan and Ranbir Kapoor. Sometimes, they are shown to be best buddies, while sometimes they are portrayed to be arch rivals.
Ask Imran if he’s competing with Ranbir and he says, ‘It really doesn’t make sense to me. Someone else’s success and failure doesn’t affect my success and failure. Tomorrow if Ranbir’s film does well, it doesn’t damage my film in anyway. If Ranbir’s film fails, it doesn’t help my film.’
Ranbir and Imran were all set to battle it out at the box office as ROCKSTAR and MERE BROTHER KI DULHAN were scheduled to release on the same date i.e. September 9th. But that has been averted as ROCKSTAR’s release date has been postponed. Source
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Shahrukh Khan Thanks Kareena Kapoor

The shooting of Shah Rukh Khan’s forthcoming magnum opus ‘Ra.One’ is almost done and the team are on its post-production work.
Recently, the screen star and producer shared the update on his micro-blogging site. King Khan is quite impressed with his co-star Kareena Kapoor, for her dedication and sincerity towards her work. Quoted the Badshah, “finished the last few bits and pieces of ra.one with kareena. want to thank her for working so hard and fast…she was such a sport. hope we havent tanned her too much in the hot sun.” The photo is taken in London.
In ‘Ra.One’ noted writer Mushtaq Sheikh will make his screen debut in a special role. As a matter of fact, Mushtaq featured in a short cameo in ‘Om Shanti Om’. SRK mentioned about it along with a pic on Twitter, however he didn’t include Mushtaq as it will give away his look in the movie. “with kareena at the shoot. have cropped the picture to cut out mushtaq (writer) cos he will be playing a never seen before or after cameo in the film…so making sure he is never seen…ha ha..,” wrote Shah Rukh. Source
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Hrithik Is The Best Judge For Just Dance : Sonam Kapoor

Hrithik Roshan’s grand debut on small screen with dance reality show, Just Dance has left B-Townies asking for more.
Making her admiration public, Sonam Kapoor says she is not so fond of watching television, but has made an exception for Duggu.
“I really enjoyed the show. It was spectacular,” the actress, who follows the popular US dance show informs. “There was actually a performance on a song from Jodha Akbar in the US dance show format,” she quips.
Rooting for Hrithik, Sonam says, “I loved his entry. Only he can dance like that. There is no better person than him to judge a dance show.
It’s hard to even blink when you see him dance onscreen. Even his speech was straight from the heart.”
The young actress finds Hrithik’s real life story very inspiring. “Its amazing that someone like him, who was advised by a doctor not to pursue dancing, ended up being the nation’s best dancer.
It just shows you can achieve anything with determination, grit and passion. Those contestants are really lucky to be mentored by him,” she adds.
Speaking about Hrithik’s HR locket that has caught her fancy, the fashion-conscious actress says, “I would love to own that HR locket.”
“I don’t know if I should dance with him but I would love to when nobody is looking. Hopefully, I would get to do a film with him and we will have our own original number,” she giggles. Source
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Ranbir Kapoor & Sonam Kapoor - The Battle Continues

The battle of words between Saawariya co-stars, and rumoured ex-couple, Sonam Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor just went into overdrive. In a recent magazine interview, Ranbir was quoted saying, “Sonam said a few things on TV that she shouldn’t have. But I have nothing to say about her since she was just
my co-star.”
SonamNever one to hold back, Sonam now responds acidly, “If Ranbir is really feeling bad, he should look at his episode of the same TV show. I’m really surprised he’s so hurt since he expressed similar feelings about me.”
The comments in question were made on chat show Koffee With Karan, where Sonam poked fun at Ranbir, saying he wasn’t sexy and needed a stylist. In an earlier episode, Ranbir had ranked her the lowest among Bollywood female actors in terms of acting skills and sex appeal. “Just because I’m not going around giving interviews or commenting on that incident doesn’t mean what he said wasn’t upsetting,” says Sonam defensively. “But I am mature and won’t react to what’s being said about me.” While she recalls also complimenting Ranbir for being well brought-up, she now admits, “We’re not really in touch anymore.” Source
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Sonam Kapoor Replaced Sonakshi Sinha

Right from the time a script is picked upon for Superstar Rajinikant, everything at the pre-production, production, post-production and probably even ages after his movie is out, everything that happens surrounding him is nothing but news.
Now the latest we hear is that, our B-town’s tall damsel Deepika Padukone was not the initial choice for the film by the team. Instead, the first choice for the film was the ‘Dabangg’ beauty Sonakshi Sinha, who will now be introduced to Tamil cinema through ‘Viswaroopam’ where she will be cast opposite Kamal Haasan, the other pillar of Kollywood.
It is said that, KS Ravikumar strongly believed that Sonakshi would be perfect for the role, but then Superstar had something else to say.
Rajini, who has been a good friend of Sonakshi’s father, Shatrughan Sinha right from their ‘Asli Nakli’ days in 1986, didn’t feel it was right to share on-screen romance with Shatrughan’s daughter.
Deepika was approached after this and she was only more than happy to don the role of ‘Rana’s lady love. Source
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Ranbir Kapoor Gets His Nails Cut From His Mom

Ranbir Kapoor has revealed on Simi Selects India’s Most Desirable how close he is to his mother Neetu Singh.
“I’m closer to mom. My mom used to cut my nails till two years back. I’m very dependent on her.”
The actor features in the show’s first episode on June 12.
In the ‘Meet the Parents’ round, Neetu has stated, “Ranbir is very soft and polite. It is very easy to fall in love with Ranbir.”
Oooh.. now we know why the long list of girls in his life, Dippy, Kat, Nargis, Angela… Next is who? Source
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