Bipasha loves being 'crusader of horror' in Bollywood

Bipasha Basu, who has acted in several films in the horror/ super-natural genre, says she is happy being "crusader of horror films" in Bollywood. Bipasha has acted in 'Aatma', 'Raaz, 'Darna Zaroori Hai', 'Rakht', and will next be seen in Vikram Bhatt's 'Creature'. "I am a greedy actor. I want to do good...meaty roles irrespective of the genre. I am happy filmmakers think of me when it comes to horror films. Also, my role in such films has been different and strong. I am happy being the crusader of horror films," Bipasha told in an interview here. The actress, however, thinks the horror genre in India is in the nascent stage.
"Horror genre is not explored much here. This genre is in its nascent stage here in India. There are many interesting things to explore in horror space," she said. But her acting in horror films has not made her immune to fear in the real life. "Even if there is a little noise around me, I get scared," she said. 'Creature', she said, is different from usual ghost, spirit and supernatural films and has a different element of fear. "It is the first Indian creature film being made here, the special effects are done in India. It's a bold step and I am glad I got to be a part of this film. I don't think we made the film thinking it as an answer to Hollywood films like Jurassic Park," Bipasha said. "It was very difficult film for me to shoot initially as I had to imagine the 'Creature'. But Vikram's guidance helped me a lot. We used to do every shot at least three times due to technical reasons," she said.

'Katiyabaaz': A documentary maker challenges mainstream space

The release of an 80-minute documentary on Kanpur's electricity hassles against a big banner Bollywood film didn't seem an alien concept to the makers of 'Katiyabaaz', who were confident of "challenging the mainstream".

Director duo Fahad Mustafa and Deepti Kakkar struggled their way for nearly three years to get a commercial release for Katiyabaaz across almost 50 screens in the country. They now hope the film spreads its light far and wide.

"We are sort of challenging the mainstream. We are trying to compete with the Bollywood space," Mustafa told media in an interview.

VIJAY VISITS PARTHIEPAN

Vijay is one actor who always support good cinema and directors, recently the director called Karthik Subbaraj and conveyed his wishes for the wonderful film. Now the latest we hear is that Vijay has visited Parthiepan's house and lauded him for his fantastic direction in Kathai Thiriaikathai Vasanam Iyakkam (KTVI).
Already, KTVI has been declared as a hit and now with Vijay appreciating the film, this film might get the attention of many Vijay fans. Recently, Kathai Thiraikathai Vasanam Iyakkam team arranged for a success meet and thanked media people for their support.
Stay tuned for more updates...

SHAHRUKH IN RAJINIKANTH AND AMITABH'S FILM !

According to reports from Bollywood, Sharukh will be acting in the remake of 1991 Hindi film Hum which had Amitab Bachchan, Rajinikanth and Govinda in lead roles.
It is said that SRK will be reprising Amitabh's role, while Varun Dhawan and Siddarth Malhotra will play Rajinikanth and Govinda roles in Hum remake. Sources say Rohit Shetty of Chennai Express fame will be remaking the film in Hindi.

MANI RATNAM BACK TO ALAIPAYUTHEY DAYS ?

Looks like Mani Ratnam has dropped his 'Spy thriller' film with Nagarjuna and Mahesh Babu, now the director is said to be opting for a romantic film with Mammotty's son Dulquer Salmaan.
Though buzzes say that Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt to be roped in for this new project, the actress' spokesperson has denied it as rumors. Though Dulquer remains tight lipped about this new project, he has re-tweeted a tweet saying that he has signed a Mani Ratnam's project.
When asked, sources close to Mani Ratnam say that an official information on Mani Ratnam's next will be announced soon.

CBFC CEO GETS BRIBE FOR ANJAAN ?

It is known that CBFC (Censor Board Film Certificate) CEO Rakesh Kumar was arrested by CBI in a bribery case. now the latest is that according to CBI, Rakesh Kumar got an Ipad and laptop to grant U certificate for Anjaan and also to not cut some scenes from the film.
Similarly reports also say that Rakesh Kumar also got RS 50000 bribe for quick screening of Anjaan's Telugu version Sikindar and censored the film. According to CBI, Anjaan team submitted the film on july 24 and Rakesh Kumar examined it for 6 days and issued the certificate on August 5, it is also said that the CEO got bribe on August 1.
Now CBI has taken Rakesh Kumar, agents who helped him and censor board offcials under custody and they will be remanded till September 5.

INTERESTING TIDBITS: RAJINI'S PUNCH DIALOGUES AGAINST RELIGIOUS AND CASTE ISSUES IN LINGAA

Superstar fans are eagerly expecting for Lingaa and the film is all set to be released on December 12, here are some interesting tidbits about the film.
1)In Lingaa, Superstar is playing a descendant of Raja family and his dream is to be build a dam for the people of his province.
2)Sonakshi Sinha's character is sketched in such a way that she helps Rajini in tough situations.
3)Radharavi is playing Sonakshi's father in the film and he is playing a crucial role.
4)As per Rajini's request a foreign engineer will come to Rajini's place in the film and his character is sketched like Johm Pennycuick who built the Mullai Periyar dam.
5)in Lingaa there is a punch dialogue, where Rajini says " I don't want Hindu, Christian, Muslim, chettiyar, Nadar or Mudhaliar, people who consider themselves as Indians alone come with me" (Enakku Hindu venam, Muslim venam, Christian venam, chettiyar, nadar, mudhaliar yarum venam, Indian ah irukuravanga matum en kooda vaanga)

AMITABH'S VOICE FOR DHANUSH - THE INTERESTING SHAMITABH STORY !

According to a buzz in B-town, Shamitabh's story is said to an unique plot. Sources say that Dhanush play a mute guy in the film and his aim is to become a big star in Bollywood, later some of the directors are impressed with his acting and they ask Ambitabh to dub for Dhanush. At one point of time a ego clash break out between Dhanush and Ambitabh over the success of Dhanush, Amitabh thinks that his voice is the major reason while Dhanush's character think that his acting is the major reason, what happens next? form the major crux of the story.
Shamitabh also has Akshara Haasan and six Bollywood directors' cameo in the film. Yesterday, the team has completed the talkie portions and only songs are left to be shot.
Shamitabh is slated for February 6 release.

AI'S TOP LEVEL SONG!

Lyricist Kabilan has penned three songs in Shankar's Ai. For one of these songs, he recalls writing the lyrics in the plane and on one of the peaks in Kodaikanal.
On asking him to reveal his experience of writing the song, Kabilan says "Writing a song with director Shankar is a comfortable thing to do. At first, he told me the situation at which the song would be placed in the movie. Following that, he explained the locations in which the song would be shot, and the costumes the lead pair would be wearing for the song, through the internet."
Kabilan said that Shankar wanted this particular song in the film to be written at a reasonable height. Therefore, they started to Kodaikanal via a flight to Madurai. The pallavi of the song was completed in the flight itself, after which the duo moved to a scenic spot at the hillstation. "It is a top level track. It has to be written at the top only." were the witty words of Shankar while penning this song.
Kabilan guaranteed that this song would be one of the chartbusters of 2014. Anirudh has crooned for another song in the album, which also has lyrics by Kabilan.

HIGH COURT DISMISSES BAN AGAINST UNDER 18 HEROINES

A case has been filed in Chennai High Court to ban under eighteen(age) heroines like Lakshmi Menon, Thulasi and Karthika who came to the industry when their age is below 18. The petitioner has stated that these under 18 age heroines get affected psychologically and even some of them are facing sexual abuse.
Today the honourable Judges Sanjay Kishan and M Sathya Narayanan have dismissed the petition by saying that each individual is ambitious about their life and they have chosen a platform, court can interfere in their personal affairs.

Rohit Shetty to direct 'Ram Lakhan' remake

Filmmaker Karan Johar is set to produce the remake of Subhash Ghai's 1989 film 'Ram Lakhan' in association with the latter's Mukta Arts. Hit director Rohit Shetty has been roped in to helm the project. "Here's the big announcement! Rohit Shetty & Karan Johar, in association with Mukta Arts, present RAM LAKHAN in 2016," read a message from the official Twitter handle of Karan's Dharma Productions, Friday.
 

I am nervous, says Fawad Khan ahead of 'Khoobsurat' release

Pakistani actor Fawad Khan says his female fan-following in India is both a blessing and a matter of concern as his maiden performance in Bollywood film 'Khoobsurat' will invite more scrutiny.
The actor first got noticed outside Pakistan with his critically acclaimed role of a musician-turned-fanatic in Khuda Ke Liye. He followed it up with romantic TV drama Zindagi Gulzar Hai, which was quite popular here.
The 32-year-old actor says he is worried about the response of the audience.
"The fact that people have liked me in my TV show means that they will come out and support me by watching the film. And then the flip side is that there is a huge expectation from my fans. So, I am nervous," Fawad told .
The actor says starring in a Bollywood project was never on his agenda till he actually got a call for Khoobsurat.
"Bollywood was not on my to-do list. It just happened and then one thing led to another," he said.
In Shashanka Ghosh-directed 'Khoobsurat', which is a remake of the 1980 film of the same name, the actor plays a royalty Vikram Rathore, who epitomises the modern-day Prince Charming opposite Sonam Kapoor. The film also stars Kirron Kher, Ratna Pathak and will hit theatres on September 19.
"I bagged the film in a very simple way. It was January last year when I got a call from the casting director. I was given a script and also the DVD of the old film. I then came to Mumbai for readings with Sonam and that is how I came on board," he said.
Fawad says the Indian film industry is in a very exciting phase right now as it has the perfect combination of experienced filmmakers and newcomers, who are taking Bollywood to new heights.
"There is so much variety and volume of work here in Bollywood. There is so much option for actors as well as the audience. Every Friday some new movie comes in theatres and surprises the audience. There is a wonderful mix of old and new talent," he said.

Kapil Sharma to shoot for Abbas-Mustan's film in November

Popular stand-up comedian Kapil Sharma, who is set to make his Bollywood debut with director duo Abbas-Mustan's untitled film, is looking forward to it and says he will start shooting for the film in November.

"I will start shooting in November for Abbas-Mustan's film. The title of the film has not been decided yet," Kapil told reporters at the music launch of the film Marudhar Maro Ghar where he was present to support his friend and colleague, singer Raja Hasan.

'Mardaani' won't hit Pakistan theatres

Yash Raj Films' Rani Mukerji-starrer 'Mardaani', which released in India on Friday with an Adult certification, won't hit the screens in Pakistan due to demands for a few changes.

A spokesperson for the film said that when the Pakistan Film Censor Board saw the film that addresses the issue of human trafficking, they gave it an 'A' certificate too. However, they asked for seven cuts and wanted certain scenes to be blurred.

VIJAY AND DHANUSH TO COMPETE FOR THE SIXTH TIME?

Ilaiyathalapathy Vijay and Dhanush are mutual admirers, they share a great rapport in real life. The duo has also competed in the past and statistics say that till now Dhanush and Vijay films have competed on 5 occasions.
Started with Devathaiyai kanden - Thirrupachi, the clash continued with films like Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam- Sivakasi, Polladhavan- Azhagiya Tamizh Magan, Padikadhavan-Villu and Aadukalam-Kaavalan.
Now the latest buzz in K-town is that Dhanush's Anegan is likely to be released for this Diwali, which means we can expect Dhanush and Vijay to compete for the sixth time as Vijay's Kaththi is also slated for Diwali release.

Aamir Khan's 'PK': 2nd poster out. No transistor, Aamir blowing (his own) trumpet this time!

The wait is over for Aamir Khan fans. The second poster of PK directed by Rajkumar Hirani is finally out.

The poster is out and Aamir tweeted in Bhojpuri saying, "Ei dekha, humaar dusra postarwa.... ei ma tiraanjister bhi nahi hai... ;) Ka samjhey?"

The makers of PK had earlier decided to unveil the second look of the film on August 15, 2014. Incidentally, the trailer of Shahrukh Khan's Happy New Year was slated to be out on the same day.

The first poster of PK created a lot of intrigue and chatter among the people for Aamir Khan's nude look. This has only built immense anticipation around the second poster. Aamir, however, is fully clothed in this one and sans any transistor but has a trumpet.

This is the first time ever that a poster is being launched at such a big event. Usually it is the trailer that gets launched like this.

Not just Mary Kom, all Bollywood films banned in Manipur

Priyanka Chopra's next film, a hard hitting tale of celebrated boxer, 'Mary Kom' is set to hit the screens on September 5. However the home state of Mary Kom, Manipur will reportedly not have the film released there. According to a report on ndtv.com, the film will not be released in Manipur. And its not just Mary Kom but all Hindi films have been banned there since almost 15 years now. The report stated that separatists organisations felt that movies would undermine Manipur's culture, and that there is a bit of bitter feeling over Priyanka Chopra portraying Mary Kom, over a local actress from Manipur.

Reportedly, Mary Kom and her husband, K Onler, are upset with the news that the biopic will not hit the screens in Manipur.
 

Ranbir Kapoor wants to make short film with three Khans

Ranbir Kapoor, who had earlier talked about making a short film on the life of his grandfather and legendary actor-filmmaker Raj Kapoor, has dropped the idea. Now he plans to make it with the three Khans.

Encapsulating Raj Kapoor's life in a short film is next to impossible, therefore, the young star plans to make a short film on the three Khans of Bollywood - Shah Rukh, Salman Khan and Aamir - where the three will sit together and simply talk.

Shruti Haasan, Vidyut Jammwal, Amit Sadh to attend workshop for Yaara

Director Tigmanshu Dhulia has completed shooting a portion of his multi-starrer Yaara already and has taken a schedule break.

Now, we hear he is set to commence the next schedule in Mussoorie by the end of this month. And since the film is an intense drama set in the 70s, he wanted his cast to get back in the mood. So, he has organized a small workshop for the cast, including Shruti Haasan, Vidyut Jammwal and Amit Sadh, so that they can get into their characters.

SIDDHARTH UPSET WITH SAMANTHA

While the whole world is going gaga about the bikini avatar of actress Samantha in Suriya’s Anjaan, there is one soul who is not very happy about the events. Actor Siddharth, who is rumoured to be getting married to Samantha, is not happy that his girl has exposed herself in a bikini. His anger is doubled at this moment as Samantha went extremely glamorous in a recent Telugu film starring a new face, Sai Sreenivas. Her costumes were much publicized and she has turned hot in the trade with the movie, Alludu Sreenu. The movie was produced by Bellamkonda Suresh and his son Sai Sreenivas debuted with the movie. It has to be noted that Samantha has been upping her glam quotient recently to touch and remain at the top spot and her next film in Telugu Rabhasa will also be a glam treat! 

HANSIKA MADE HER MOTHER CRY !

Hansika is currently busy many films including Vaalu, Meagamann, Rome Juliet, Aranmanai, Aambala and many. In a recent interview to a daily, the actress said that among all her films, Aranmanai is the toughest role given to her.
Hansika says " Normally I don't do homework for my films and the process is very much spontaneous". The Velayutham actress said "On case of Aranmani the role stuck on me and it was a tough role both mentally and physically".
Hansika says for the first time her mother cried seeing her performance in Aranmanai.

SUPERSTAR RAJINIKANTH TO JOIN BJP ?

Well, recently Superstar Rajinikanth was asked whether he would join politics, for that Rajini replied it depends on God's wish. When the reporters asked him about his wish in joining politics, Rajini said "God's wish is his wish".
This statement of Rajinikanth is considered to be his hint to join politics. As a matter of fact, a Tamil website which is known for collecting behind the scene information has reported that BJP's Amit Shah is in talks with Rajini and if all goes well, he might contest in 2015's elections in Tamil Nadu.
Also, reports suggesting that Rajini might announce his political stand on December 12 ie., on his birthday and Lingaa's release date.

HOT BUZZ: NO ENDHIRAN-2 , VIJAY AND SHANKAR TO JOIN HANDS?

Recently Vijay was present during Shankar's birthday party and this news in turn has lead to buzz that Shankar's next project will be with Vijay. After Nanban, Vijay has became a close friend to Shankar and even Shankar was invited for the Vijay films' success parties.
It is said that though Shankar is having Endhiran-2 in my mind, the project will be confirmed only after Rajini's Lingaa. If the plans for Rajini's film didn't work out, Shankar might do his next film with Vijay say the sources.
Vijay didn't sign any other project after Chimbudevan's film , sources say based on Shankar's call Vijay will decide about his new film. Stay tuned for more updates.

SURIYA TO SPORT A SURPRISE LOOK IN MASSS

Suriya is always known for his versatile look, even for a commercial film his care for changing the look for the particular character always got rave reception. The latest we hear is that Suriya will be sporting two different looks for his upcoming movie Masss which is being directed by Venkat Prabhu.
Sources say one of the look will be cleanly shaven look and another one will be having a long hair for which a special stylist will be roped in. Masss is said to be a comic-thriller with super natural elements in it.
Masss has Nayanthara, Amy Jackson, Premgi Amaran, Karunas and many to its star cast.

NEVER SEEN BEFORE AJITH IN THALA56

Ajith is currently busy with Thala55 shooting where the combination scenes between Trisha and Ajith are being shot. The latest is that Thala's 56th film will be directed by Siruthai Siva and he has fine tuned the script for the film.
Sources say that just like how Siruthai Siva gave a rural look to Ajith in Veeram, he is also planning for a unique look and this time the plot will also be having a different backdrop.
An official announcement regarding Thala 56 will be arrived soon .

VIJAY TO KICK START IT IN MANI RATNAM'S FAVORITE LOCATION

Vijay's 58th film which is to be directed by Chimbudevan is likely to kick start in Chalakudi forest region in Kerala which is the favorite location of Mani Ratnam, where he shot films like Raavanan and also Aishwarya's introduction song in Guru.
The shooting for the film is likely to kick start in the month of September and the film will be a summer 2015 release. Vijay58 has Sudheep, Sridevi, Hansika, Shruthi Haasan and many to its star cast.
Produced by PT Selvakumar and Thameens, the film will have music by Devi Sri Prasad and cinematography by Natraj.

ANDREA TO COME BETWEEN SIMBU AND NAYANTHARA

Finally it looks like Pandiraj found the beautiful girl for the flashback portions of his soon to be release Idhu Namma Aalu. Is sources are to be believed, Andrea will be playing Simbu's love interest in flashback portions and they will have a break-up in the film, Andrea's portions are very crucial for the film and hence Pandiraj scouted for right face. Earlier, talks are with Taapsee but now the director is said to have zeroed in Andrea.
Idhu Namma Aalu has Simbu, Nayanthara, Soori, Santhanam and many to its star cast. Directed by Pandiraj, the film have music by Simbu's brother Kuralarasan who is making his debut with this film.

Mardaani becomes first YRF film to get A certificate

The most awaited YRF film starring Rani Mukerji in the lead role, Mardaani has been given an 'A' certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification.
However, Aditya Chopra had a chat and tried to explain that the subject was such that the film should be seen by children of the age of 12 and above. But the authorities denied the request as the present guidelines do not have a category for 12 years and above.
It is the first YRF film to get an A certificate.

Filmmakers react to CBFC chief's arrest, urge fresh guidelines

Members of the film fraternity have reacted to Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) CEO Rakesh Kumar's arrest in an alleged bribery case saying the process is "politicised" and it's high time people with understanding of the craft are given the responsibility.

Kumar was arrested Monday evening. Before that, CBFC advisory panel member and an authorised agent for censor certification Shripati Mishra was arrested for allegedly demanding a bribe of Rs.70,000 for issuing a certificate to "Mor Dauki Ke Bihav", a regional film from Chhattisgarh.

Kareena Kapoor restyles her wax statue in 'Ra.One' saree

Actress Kareena Kapoor's wax statue at Madam Tussauds has undergone a style change with the actress donating her famous 'Chammak Chalo' red saree from 'Ra.One' for the replica.
The statue was earlier styled in the black tank top and harem pants that Kareena wore in Mauza hi mauza song from Jab We Met.
The actress, 33, who was in the city to celebrate the 44th birthday of actor-husband Saif Ali Khan, visited Madam Tussauds to get her photos click with the newly styled replica.
"The saree looks really pretty, really spectacular ? and I always think that the figure's eyes are just like mine," Kareena said in a statement on the Tussauds' website.
"I wanted my fans to see my figure in an outfit that was known and loved from one of my films, and my favourite outfit to wear out is a saree, so I jumped at the chance to redress my Madame Tussauds figure in one. This is a moment I'll treasure forever," she added.

ANJAAN GETS TRIMMED BY 20 MINUTES

Despite getting mixed reviews from critics and audience, Anjaan has netted 30 crores in its first three days. Now the latest is that the team has trimmed the film by 20 minutes to make it crispier, sources say that the entire Brahmanandam sequence in the second half is completely chopped off, which means a 11 minutes in the second half has been chopped. Also some of the portions in the first half with 9 minutes running time has been chopped off, altogether 20 minutes of the total running time of Anjaan has been reduced.
The new running time of Anjaan is 150 minutes and the makers feel that this trim would get better reception from audience.

SAMANTHA'S TWEET TURNS AGAINST HER

Actress Samantha’s bikini role in Suriya’s Anjaan is the latest hot news in the industry. However, some of the netizens has unearthed a tweet by her way back in last year. About eight months ago, she had vehemently denied rumours about her role in bikini in the movie. On 9/12/2013, she had tweeted, "If u have watched my films u wldnt need me to tell u that the rumour of me sporting a bikini in my next is just a rumour…put this to rest."
Samantha’s bikini role photo has gone viral in the internet and the actress is confused as what to update in her twitter page.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu @Samanthaprabhu2 Follow

If u have watched my films u wldnt need me to tell u that the rumour of me sporting a bikini in my next is just a rumour...put this to rest

TROUBLE FOR SHRUTHI AND TAMANNA FRIENDSHIP

Shruthi Haasan and Tamannaah are known to  be good friends and whenever they get time they catch up and wish each other good luck. However, a new movie has become a sore in their friendship. Apparently, both the heroines have been considered for the second film of Telugu producer Bellamkonda Suresh’s son, Sai Sreenivas. Though the first preference is Shruthi Hassan due to her success rate in Telugu, the makers are considering Tamannaah too for the role. Sources say that the producer is planning to shell out any amount of money to make the movie a big one. Who will win the race and will it create a split-ville in the friendhship?

65 ORGANIZATION MEMBERS SAY THAT THEY WON'T ALLOW KATHTHI SCREENING IN TN

It is known that Kaththi team is facing a lot of threats as there are news continuously popping out that Lyca is having direct tie-up with Sri Lankan president Rajapakshe's government.
Now the latest is that 65 members from various organizations have met the press today and have strongly expressed their stand that they won't allow both Kaththi and Puli Paarvai in Tamil Nadu.
The members said that they are opposing Puli Paarvai because the film has wrongly portrayed Balachandran (Prabhakaran's son) as warrior and Prabhakaran using Tamil children in war.
On asking about the reason for opposing Kaththi, the members have issued a statement which says "Ayngaran  Karunakaran is a known distributor but now Subashkaran of Lyca has joined with him. We are not denying the fact that Subashkaran is a Sri Lankan Tamil but he is involved with Rajapakshe and entire Tamil community knew it, now we can't accept AR Murugadoss and Vijay's betrayal against Tamil people as they have joined with Lyca".
"When we all are working towards issuing an economical ban against Sri Lankan government, now Sri Lankan companies are trying to establish their footsteps in Tamil Nadu and we won't allow it" said the members in the statement.

KAAVIYA THALAIVAN TENTATIVE RELEASE PLANS

Yesterday, Kaaviya Thalaivan's audio got launched and appreciations are pouring in for the album. Critics have raved about the album so as the common audience, now the latest is that ATMUS Entertainment has bagged the USA distribution rights for the film and according to the distributors, the tentative release date of Kaaviya Thalaivan is September 19.
Kaaviya Thalaivan has Siddharth, Prithviraj, Nassar, Vedhika, Anaika and many to its star cast. Directed by Vasantabalan, the film has cinematography by Nirav Shah, art direction by Santhanam and editing by Praveen KL.
Kaaviya Thalaiavan is being produced by Y Not Studios and Radiance Media.
If  you want to exhibit the film in your territory at USA,  call Satish Kosuri with AZ India Media at 602-492-6023 or Ram Muthu with ATMUS Entertainment at 872-222-8687.

ANIRUDH AND HIP HOP TAMIZHA TO SCORE A HATTRICK WITH KATHTHI!

Anirudh's collaboration with Hip Hop Tamizha Adhi has churned out two hit numbers. The first song, Edhir Neechaladi had a small rap bit with the strong line 'English Pesnalum Tamizhan Da' followed by the second song Chennai City Gangsta in Vanakkam Chennai, which was a chartbuster too.
After the success of his recent independent single 'Vaadi Pulla Vaadi', Hip Hop Tamizha is now working on his next song in Vijay's Kaththi. The song is said to be a hardcore rap number in the signature style of Anirudh. Confirming this news, Adhi sent out a tweet saying "NEXT PROJECT IS #kaththi with @anirudhofficial ! Its going to be our hatrick :)" 
Fans of Ilayathalapathy are highly anticipating this album which is about to release in the third week of September. The film is said to have five tracks and one theme song. Kaththi has hit the top in becoming one of the most expected movies of the year, with a talented director in AR Murugadoss at the helm.

When I try romantic films, 'Chennai Express' is the result: Rohit Shetty

What is Rohit Shetty's idea of romantic films? 'Chennai Express', says the director and adds that as a filmmaker his priority is to make a film that entertains the masses and recovers money.

When asked why he doesn't make full-fledged romantic film, Shetty said: "When I try to make a romantic film, it turns out to be a Chennai Express." Released last year, the Shah Rukh Khan-Deepika Padukone-starrer was basically a romantic comedy, but it had the Shetty element in the form of high-octane action scenes, an art that the director has mastered over the years. People accepted it and it became one of the highest grosser of 2013.

"It depends on many aspects. What happens with my films is that it is always a big budget film with a lot of money pumped in. I need to recover that money because I cannot make somebody sell his house because of my film. 

SRK wants to follow Kick's path?

Shah Rukh Khan is promoting his film Happy New Year and it seems that SRK and Salman Khan, who were considered as rivals in Bollywood are busy praising each other.

Salman recently tweeted about Happy New Year trailer while SRK in an interview to Bollywoodlife said that it is wonderful and graceful when people like the work. Further in the interview, when he was asked about Salman, SRK said that when they see the kind of cinema Salman does, he leads and they try to follow him. He also stressed that they will follow the path of 'Kick' and make everyone very proud.

The makers of 'Happy New Year' unveiled the first look at a grand event in Mumbai. Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sonu Sood, Boman Irani, Vivaan Shah and Jackie Shroff were present at the launch.
Unlike a usual trailer launch, this event was a celebration of the "Indiawaale" sentiment lent by the film.

Bipasha Basu feels remuneration disparity would remain

Actress Bipasha Basu says the remuneration disparity between actors and actresses will not change in filmdom, adding that she doesn't lose sleep over this anymore.

"Remuneration disparity is not going to change much," Bipasha, who is active in the Hindi film industry since 2001, told media.

"It's definitely going to remain the same because the kind of box office Salman Khan does may be a Katrina Kaif won't achieve that alone. It's just normal infrastructure and business, so I am not really crying about it," she added.

But at the same time she feels in terms of role, the situation is getting better for the actresses.

"I believe we are going to get a lot of space in the industry, and women would get to play a lot of role. I think it's going to change and at every age a woman would get an interesting role to play," said the 35-year-old whose right now looking forward to her next release Creature 3D.

"Now the actress is not just an arm candy who sings and dances. It's getting better," she said and added that some of the recent women centric films were good.

VISHAL, VIKRAM AND AJITH TO COMPETE?

Looks like  Ajith, Vikram and Vishal will be competing for Pongal 2015. Sources say that Thala 55 team is planning for a November release and if there is some delay in shooting then they are planning for Pongal release because Rajini's Lingaa will be releasing on December.
Vikram's Patthu Enrathukulla and Vishal's Ambala makers have already announced that their films will be releasing on Pongal 2015. If all goes well, al the three films will be competing for Pongal, 2015.
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A LOT OF SURPRISES FOR VIJAY FANS

Vijay fans are eagerly waiting for Kaththi album, now Anirudh himself has updated some interesting facts about the film. Anirudh has posted "Kaththi album is almost done  and  a lot of big surprises in it for the fans".
Anirudh has said that Kaththi album will be released on mid of September and the team will soon announce the exact release date soon.Anirudh has also said that he will be soon recording Vijay's song in the film and it is said to be a love Kuththu number.
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Vidyut Jamwal to star in Marathi version of 17 Again?

The Zac Effron starrer 2009 comedy 17 Again might soon be recreated for the Marathi audience. According to sources, actor Pravin Tarde, who is known for his roles in Harishchandrachi Factory and Fandry, is writing the script for a film based on similar lines. 17 Again was a comedy about a 37 year old guy who turns into a 17 year old following an accident. It had atthew Perry and Zac Effron in the roles of the older and younger guy respectively. While the Marathi version is still in its developing stages, sources inform that Pravin is keen on roping in leading names of the industry.

Actors Sachin Khedekar and Sonali Kulkarni are being considered for prominent roles and Bollywood actor Vidyut Jamwal is being kept in mind for the lead role. Although nothing more is known about the project as of now, director Chandrakant Kulkarni might helm the microphone for this one.

Kick crosses Chennai Express in Bollywood’s box-office pecking order

In quick succession, Bollywood seems to be breaking its own records. In 2013, Rohit Shetty's Chennai Express was met with much jubilation when it became the highest Bollywood box-office earner in India.

Chennai Express had broken the record held by Rajkumar Hirani's 3 Idiots for four years. A trade source says, "Chennai Express took four years to break the record held by 3 Idiots, but now, Hindi film box-office records are being broken with alarming regularity." Four months after Chennai Express, Vijay Krishna Acharya's Dhoom 3 crossed the `250-crore mark and it continues to sit there in the enviable number one slot. What's interesting is that the box-office shenanigans continue unabated. According to recent collection reports, Sajid Nadiadwala's Kick has beaten Chennai Express's box-office records and is in the No.2 slot. Even as Kick continues to count its monies at the ticket windows, trade sources say it will remain in the No.2 slot, followed by Chennai Express in the third position.

'Haider' and 'Bang Bang' are both very different films: Shahid Kapoor

Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor, whose upcoming film 'Haider' is set to clash with superstar Hrithik Roshan's 'Bang Bang' on October 2, feels that both the films can sustain together because they cater to different audiences.
"I saw the promo of Bang Bang and I loved it and I will definitely go and see the film. I wished good luck to Hrithik. It is a five-day weekend, the five-day holiday period is coming after a long time and I think any big holiday weekend is good enough for two films to sustain. Two big films can release (together), there is no problem," Shahid said in an interview here.

I got a very good vibe from Homi: Pankaj Kapoor

Veteran actor Pankaj Kapoor, who plays the role of a belligerent painter in 'Finding Fanny', says he joined the project because it gave him a chance to work with director Homi Adajania and a talented starcast.
"I got a very good vibe from Homi. I felt very comfortable in his presence. I felt he was chilled out and a nice guy who came up with an interesting script. He gave me a lot of confidence as a person. The kind of role I play in the film is very unique and something that I have never done before," Pankaj told .
The film, starring Deepika Padukone, Arjun Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, Dimple Kapadia and Pankaj, is slated to hit the screens on August 25.
Both Naseer and Dimple have worked with Adajania earlier in the director's debut project Being Cyrus, also in English.
Pankaj, 60, is all praises for the young cast of the film, saying he was quite impressed with their dedication and discipline to the craft.
"It's a great pleasure to work with fine actors and Naseer is one of the finest actors that we have. It is always great working with him but in this given case, the three other actors were quite a joy too. They had a down-to-earth approach, great professionalism and discipline towards their craft."
The film is in English but Pankaj does not think that would pose a problem for the movie to relate to the audience.
"The producers have their vision about how they want to market the film. There are a whole lot of people who speak the language comfortably. When they see Indian characters speaking English, I don't think they will find it troublesome. Some films have already been made in the language," he said.

AFTER SIRUTHAI, KARTHI TO DO A DOUBLE ACTION IN KASHMORA

Karthi's Siruthai was a big in his career and he played a dual role in the film, now the actor will also be playing a dula role in the fim called Kashmora, which will be directed by Gokul of Idharkuthaane Aasaipattai Balakumara fame.
Kashmora is a super natural - comedy film, which is likely to have Shruthi Haasan and Vadivelu playing important roles. Karthi is currently acting in Muthiah's Komban and after that he is likely to start Kashmora.