It’s time to move on over Angelina Jolie as her reputation for Hollywood’s number one home wrecker has just been whipped by Kristen Stewart. The Twilight actress who is also the girlfriend of her co-star Robert Pattinson, has been caught with a married English film director, the images available from various sources shows the twilight actress in the arms of Director Rupert Sanders who is married to the British – Model cum Actress Liberty Ross. Judging by the more recent photos, they were certainly VERY comfortable with each other.
The Twilight actress regrets the fling, but Rob is said to be devastated as he was in shock state saying ‘You completely humiliated me’. He is reported to have packed his bags and left the LA mansion they both shared.
Sympathy for Rob, and Liberty. It must have been an awful time. Ey! This may just be the new saga for the Twilight Actress. We are curious, if she is really trying to compete with Angelina Jolie by creating ‘state of affairs’ with a (multiple)married man. We will be hearing more about this soon or later. A new dawn, another potential home wrecker emerged.
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Friday, 27 July 2012
Dark Knight Rises triumph in wake of Tragedy
In the wake of the bizarre misfortune in Aurora, Colorado on the night of the highly anticipated premier of “The Dark Knight Rises”, the fate of the DC film remains uncertain but was already written in the stars. The film earns a record $160.9 million in wake of tragedy making it the biggest 2-D opening ever, but falling slightly below expectations following the tragedy.
Christian Bale is a real super hero as he has made a personal visit to see seven victims of the Aurora movie theatre shooting to express his condolences to them and their families. The 38-year-old British actor, spent more than two-and-a-half hours at the Medical Center of Aurora with five patients admitted to the Colorado hospital and two others who had traveled from Denver's Swedish Medical Center to meet Bale.
“Words cannot express the horror that I feel,' said Bale 'I cannot begin to truly understand the pain and grief of the victims and their loved ones, but my heart goes out to them.' That’s one super sympathy message form a super hero.
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McConaughey dramatic weight loss!
McConaughey- a notably enthusiastic exerciser, one can only dream the degree to which Matthew has stepped up his workouts to lose weight. The 42 years old shocked everyone when he arrived to the New York screening of Killer Joe looking dramatically thin. And the actor certainly appears keen to continue the momentum of his weight loss regime.
The super-fit actor has lost over 15lbs already and is in preparation to lose another 15 to play an HIV patient in his upcoming new film, The Dallas Buyer's Club. The actor has only celebrated the success of “Magic Mike” and the new release “Killer Joe”, in which he plays a cop who moonlights as contract killer. In 'Magic Mike,' he is muscular, toned, all showman.
Wearing a blue suit at the Killer Joe premier, it can be seen Matthew’s face was thinner and he had lost his usual muscular frame. His wiry physique was a far cry from the rippled muscles he sported on his latest release Magic Mike, where he plays a stripper.
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Old is Gold- Dame Helen Mirren turns a very glamorous 67!
To many she’s a style Icon, her Work- a living art& museum. The Oscar winning actress maybe be blowing out 67 candles today, but she’s not exactly getting into granny mode. The talented actress and style icon is always among the list of the sexiest women in the world. She just got better with age. She’s classically trained, performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company. She has played Cleopatra, Phedre, Miss Julie, Lady Macbeth, and she’s made films like Elizabeth I, The Queen which won her Oscars.
The classy, magnificent Helen is being an envy to many is no secret, we wonder if she have any lists that she would like to fulfill before she grab the walking stick. Maybe, she should be a modern day super hero on screen as much as she is in person. Never, she need a walking stick.
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Wednesday, 25 July 2012
The Warmth of Stars!
There are gossip doing the rounds who’s in and out to bare all (literally) on Jism 3. We couldn’t help but the obvious emerges in everyone’s mind. A fresh “Bikini” actress to be launched? Let’s give Jism a break here.
Recently, not very long ago, a name evolved. Now, the name ever is synonymous to “bikini” (Poonam Panday), we are used to every bit she tweets and declares. Many people are fanatical following the craze she created after the Cricket World cup years ago. Yes, she doesn’t disappoint all her fans. Soon, she took a swipe to famous stars (Bipasa Basu, Sunny Leone). Still, she hasn’t got her credit; we mean she is yet to emerge in silver screen.
Enter Sunny Leone; she automatically gained the Celebrity (bikini) “IT” girl status before she even steps her foot in the country (bollywood industry). Powerful she is!. Oh, this gotta do with her filmography. She graces hoardings in and around the city. Her popularity, indeed infamous movies makes her a household name and she doesn’t really need to meow out via twitter like other contemporaries. She generates publicity instantly- a heavenly dream for her employer.
Overseas, a famous adult magazine labeled Sherlyn Chopra as “The Bollywood Godess”; she must be in cloud9 with the eloquent title. Many actress and wanna-be would kill to be in her place. After all, the bar is being set high and it just gets higher and higher. We can only envisage what the next picture will be. Sherlyn seems to have got what she wanted.
Recently, not very long ago, a name evolved. Now, the name ever is synonymous to “bikini” (Poonam Panday), we are used to every bit she tweets and declares. Many people are fanatical following the craze she created after the Cricket World cup years ago. Yes, she doesn’t disappoint all her fans. Soon, she took a swipe to famous stars (Bipasa Basu, Sunny Leone). Still, she hasn’t got her credit; we mean she is yet to emerge in silver screen.
Enter Sunny Leone; she automatically gained the Celebrity (bikini) “IT” girl status before she even steps her foot in the country (bollywood industry). Powerful she is!. Oh, this gotta do with her filmography. She graces hoardings in and around the city. Her popularity, indeed infamous movies makes her a household name and she doesn’t really need to meow out via twitter like other contemporaries. She generates publicity instantly- a heavenly dream for her employer.
Overseas, a famous adult magazine labeled Sherlyn Chopra as “The Bollywood Godess”; she must be in cloud9 with the eloquent title. Many actress and wanna-be would kill to be in her place. After all, the bar is being set high and it just gets higher and higher. We can only envisage what the next picture will be. Sherlyn seems to have got what she wanted.
Superstars of Kollywood
Kollywood is not just an industry, it is a saga, a 100 year old saga and this saga has its own heroes. Let's have a look at top the 5 Kollywood superstars of all time!
Rajinikanth – The superstar of superstars. What can be said about this legendary actor that has never been said before? Born on December 12 1950, Rajinikanth was born to a constable in Bangalore. Initially working as a bus conductor, Superstar Rajini gave a dramatic twist to his life and became what he is today - The highest paid actor in Asia. The man behind hit films like 'Bairavi','Billa', 'Chandramukhi' and 'Sivaji' is the architect of his own life. If looked at keenly, Rajinikanth’s life is nothing less than a story of a hit film. Movie buff or no, everyone’s life is incomplete till they do not see a Rajinikanth movie!
Kamal Hassan- If we were asked to associate Kamal with one of his famous film, the biggest confusion would be which one to pick, or which language to see? Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam or Hindi? The actor who played a woman in 'Avvai Shanmugi' is indeed the man of Indian Film Industry. The subjects that he picks, the way he grips a character and the art that his films depict can be described only in one word - Poetic. Born in a small town of Tamil Nadu, Kamal Hassan began his journey as a child artist in 'Kalathur Kannamma'. A man with fiery passion giving his best on screen does not require giving the audience any other reason to watch his films.
Ajith Kumar - Our very own Thala. Does not need any introduction or compliments, for he is a baddie and we all like him that way. If there would be an award for a stylish villain, Ajith Kumar would surely win the race. Beginning as a supporting actor in a Telugu film, Thala received recognition only after the thriller 'Aasai'. He appeared initially as a romantic hero and then moved on to action films, not to mention the methodical acting he did in 'Vaalu' and 'Citizen'. Any movie that can widen our eyes with wonder is none other than Thala’s movie!
Vijay – a man who makes almost every girl's heart sing. Vijay’s films practically started a love revolution in the country. Be it 'Poove Unakkaga', 'Kushi' or 'Kaavalan', each of Vijay’s love story manages to covey a new message every single time. Nicknamed asIlayathalapathy(meaning young commander) the actor is now appearing in action films. Films like 'Thirumalai', 'Ghili' and 'Pokkiri'proved that whatever may be the genre, Vijay can connect to the audience in a manner no one can!
Suriya – A man of creativity and art. Born to actor Sivakumar and his wife Lakshmi, Suriya carries the legacy successfully. With superhits like 'Vaaranam Aayiram', 'Ghajini' and 'Singam', the actor has left a mark on the Tamil film industry. Suriya does not follow the modern concept of commercial movies, and goes for subjects that appeal to him. With his acting skills, style and of course his six pack abs, Suriya is one of the most desirable men in K-Town.
The cut throat world of Bollywood
Bollywood can be a cruel home. As a kid when I read about the loneliness and death of Parveen Babi - old and paranoid, isolated, I realized that nothing in Bollywood is hunky-dory. And in the last week there have been 2 events that have bothered me - Rajesh Khanna's death and Mehmood's death anniversary. It is very different in the case of an actor who leaves the world in his peak, or prime. But an actor who was once a superstar, and then lived a lonely, life like how Rajesh Khanna said, "One day the flowers stopped coming", is a disturbing thought.
And I am not talking about actors who are 2 films old. These are actors who have spent over 25 years inside the industry, living breathing and breeding Bollywood. After 20 years of being a superstar, Mehmood died a nobody, alone and of abundant heart disorders. Parveen Babi is said to have eaten almost nothing and become so aloof, that nobody knew she was dead till over 2 days later. This is the same glamorous, mega star of Don who in her time was paired opposite all the Biggie stars of the industry. It is a fraternity that is reclusive, not understandable and a family that you have be born in or grown in to understand. Gone are the days of the classics and the superstars - but the cycle of their lives seems very prevalent, and with media and social media - the books are laid out on the table to haunt them every day!
The film industry has all the stardom, anybody can take. But this industry is also who Norma Desmond is in Sunset Boulevard, often out of work, broke, and at the mercy who are not.
The documentary,
Right from the tea boys, clap boys to the legends, after hearing stories of the loneliness, I actual wonder, I will never know what it feels like, but is it all really worth it? An outsider, like me, will never realize.
Wednesday, 18 July 2012
The Phenomenon “Rajesh Khanna” R.I.P
The Phenomenon “Rajesh Khanna” R.I.P At 69, Rajesh Khanna- the Original Superstar of Indian Film Industry died due to a kidney failure. The yesteryear actor was in poor health for a while and has just been liberated from Lilavati Hospital. Forlornly, he could not make it to the next level as he breathe his last breath in the presence of his family, doctors and physicians. Though he may be gone! he will, as always be remembered as “The Eternal Superstar”.
The timeless actor had won 3Filmfare Best Actor, four BFJA for Best Actor and also the coveted Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. He acted in 163 films, with 106 roles as the “Hero”. Khanna conquered exceptional heights of stardom with films like Aradhana, Amar Prem, Kati Patang, Khamioshi, Raaz, Baharon Ke Sapne, Ittefaq, etc. Khanna married Dimple Kapadia in 1984 that resulted to a divorce in 1984. His charm, Romance, charishma and his legacy will LIVE ON!
The timeless actor had won 3Filmfare Best Actor, four BFJA for Best Actor and also the coveted Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. He acted in 163 films, with 106 roles as the “Hero”. Khanna conquered exceptional heights of stardom with films like Aradhana, Amar Prem, Kati Patang, Khamioshi, Raaz, Baharon Ke Sapne, Ittefaq, etc. Khanna married Dimple Kapadia in 1984 that resulted to a divorce in 1984. His charm, Romance, charishma and his legacy will LIVE ON!
Tuesday, 17 July 2012
Sauve to Sophisticated...
A town of passionate lovers for cinema, an epic tale of love and life and a few ads of fiction and fantasy, this is what forms the south film industry.
So yes the 70s and 80s had the colorful sets, bell-bottoms, shades of yellow, pink, red and green dupattas, bright make-up, the curly hairstyle and yes of course the most popular artistes. Their story lines consisted of the good old maas giving their famous dialogues and then the hero asking his heroine on a date.
So what has changed so much over the past few years?? What has made the petite and simple stars take a bold and beautiful aura?? Has competition taken rise to the optimum level, or has the personality and charm changed from introvert to extrovert???
While the oldies preferred restricting themselves to certain elite roles and usually worked on the same over and over again, the stars today are multitasking. Portraying different characters from elegance to vivacious, they are ready of any character that challenges their role. From the 'Sati Savitru Bahus' to 'The Hunky Handsome Villains' or the 'Laugh Out Loud Comedians', there's variety and spice in their performance.
As time has passed by, milestones have been crossed a 100 times, so has everyone tasted the sour grapes as change is inevitable.
But this hasn't stopped the superstars from reigning or creating a mark on the industry nor have their attitudes changed towards their work commitments.
So when was the last time you decided to change to bring about a recognition?????
So yes the 70s and 80s had the colorful sets, bell-bottoms, shades of yellow, pink, red and green dupattas, bright make-up, the curly hairstyle and yes of course the most popular artistes. Their story lines consisted of the good old maas giving their famous dialogues and then the hero asking his heroine on a date.
So what has changed so much over the past few years?? What has made the petite and simple stars take a bold and beautiful aura?? Has competition taken rise to the optimum level, or has the personality and charm changed from introvert to extrovert???
While the oldies preferred restricting themselves to certain elite roles and usually worked on the same over and over again, the stars today are multitasking. Portraying different characters from elegance to vivacious, they are ready of any character that challenges their role. From the 'Sati Savitru Bahus' to 'The Hunky Handsome Villains' or the 'Laugh Out Loud Comedians', there's variety and spice in their performance.
As time has passed by, milestones have been crossed a 100 times, so has everyone tasted the sour grapes as change is inevitable.
But this hasn't stopped the superstars from reigning or creating a mark on the industry nor have their attitudes changed towards their work commitments.
So when was the last time you decided to change to bring about a recognition?????
Love to Action
While audience love to see their stars in all the avatars, K-Town superstars now tend to be more selective of the look they dawn or the role they play.
For instance, usually known for his style, glamour and class, Ajith Kumar is better known as a baddie than a simple boy who fell in love in Kaadhal Mannan.
Same goes with stars like Vijay and Suriya who started off with romantic flicks and later established themselves as action heroes.
Vijay, whose movies practically started a love revolution in the country, also has been seen in more of action films lately.
Is it the need of the industry or their personal preference to change their genre completely is hard to say. Whatever may be the reason, we miss you guys in lovey dovey movies!
For instance, usually known for his style, glamour and class, Ajith Kumar is better known as a baddie than a simple boy who fell in love in Kaadhal Mannan.
Same goes with stars like Vijay and Suriya who started off with romantic flicks and later established themselves as action heroes.
Vijay, whose movies practically started a love revolution in the country, also has been seen in more of action films lately.
Is it the need of the industry or their personal preference to change their genre completely is hard to say. Whatever may be the reason, we miss you guys in lovey dovey movies!
The new face of Emraan Hashmi
Emraan Hashmi has clearly come a long way from being the 'serial kisser' we knew, whose film 'Murder' coined him as the kind of guy who does, irrelevant yet interesting, adult films. Jannat, Footpath, Zeher, Aksar, Aashiq Banaya Aapne, only made him all the more suited for a role, where he wags everything including his tongue and dances around trees, hugging women.
Even though Once Upon a Time in Mumbai and Gangster showed his as a don's accomplice, he still hadn't drifted much from his cliché roles.
But Emraan Hashmi has turned on a new leaf. The Dirty Picture, with Hashmi playing a director changed the way the audience viewed him. Today, Emraan Hashmi is considered as a talented actor and has been critically acclaimed for his acting in the film Shanghai, where he plays a camera person.
In 2013, Emraan Hashmi will be seen in 'Ek Thi Daayan, Ghanchakkar and Next,' all of which are films of different genres.
Are link ups more than just a conversation..??
Catching up for coffee or just walking down the road, if you're a celebrity, you're on candid camera!!!! Yes, the age old gossip that seems to have no end is beyond just a conversation. It's a reason why people read the latest magazines or switch on to a glam sham channel.
So, what is with the paparazzi and the reason to link up all the co-workers. Any leads working together and sharing a few fun and laughter sessions are next seen on-screen tilted 'Cozy time together'.
Is it the mentality of the common people, or is it just plain gossip. Sometimes fame and publicity joins in, but an embarrassment lingers throughout too.
Tollywood is known for linking up their colleagues. From best friends to just co-workers, if you want to be in the limelight, you can be a part of this conversation. While some of them, enjoy the publicity garnered, the others are equally irked by the thought. An unnecessary rumor that goes out of control does more than the damage expected.
Recently, the Taapsee-Manoj-Madit fight kept taking different shapes and finally an upset Taapsee gave way and expressed her feelings. It was also heard that Rana Daggubati and Trisha Krishnan were seen together having a great time at the South Filmfare 2011 Awards ceremony held recently. Initially it was also heared that Rana was sailing with Bipasha Basu when he made his debut in Bollywood. Siddharth and Shruti Haasan, one of the important celebrities who are known for their performance and family relationships were also a gossip topic once upon a time.
So while the press keeps their performance a secret, no matter how hard they work and all the time and effort they put in, the celebrities still face the limelight but unfortunately for the wrong reasons.
So, what is with the paparazzi and the reason to link up all the co-workers. Any leads working together and sharing a few fun and laughter sessions are next seen on-screen tilted 'Cozy time together'.
Is it the mentality of the common people, or is it just plain gossip. Sometimes fame and publicity joins in, but an embarrassment lingers throughout too.
Tollywood is known for linking up their colleagues. From best friends to just co-workers, if you want to be in the limelight, you can be a part of this conversation. While some of them, enjoy the publicity garnered, the others are equally irked by the thought. An unnecessary rumor that goes out of control does more than the damage expected.
Recently, the Taapsee-Manoj-Madit fight kept taking different shapes and finally an upset Taapsee gave way and expressed her feelings. It was also heard that Rana Daggubati and Trisha Krishnan were seen together having a great time at the South Filmfare 2011 Awards ceremony held recently. Initially it was also heared that Rana was sailing with Bipasha Basu when he made his debut in Bollywood. Siddharth and Shruti Haasan, one of the important celebrities who are known for their performance and family relationships were also a gossip topic once upon a time.
So while the press keeps their performance a secret, no matter how hard they work and all the time and effort they put in, the celebrities still face the limelight but unfortunately for the wrong reasons.
Olympic games to Silver Screen
“Olympic games”- the grandest sporting events in mankind history is known to all people no matter our race, age, or country. The majestic tournament inspires every one us to be patriotic by supporting our national athletes who competes with other World best opponents in different desciplines. The countdown for the greatest sporting events have started years ago and finally, the glorious sporting event is ready to kick off in a weeks time in London.
Over the years, Olympic games seized an extraordinary connotation in mankind history from the pre war pressure to post war tension. Movies are being made inspired by Olympic gold medalists, Olympians, and the gloomy disaster that binds the magnificent sporting event. The movie “Munich” directed by Steven Spielberg based on the 1972, Munich Olympic games that saw 11 Israeli athletes murdered by terrorist will always be remembered as the darkest hour(black september).
The film received critical acclaims and was nominated for Five Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director(Spielberg), Best Adapted Screenplay(Kushner and Roth), Best Film Editing( Micheal Kahn) and Best Original Score(John Williams).
The joie de vivre of Beijing 2008 games grand opening to its closing ceremony is still fresh in our reminiscence, thanks to the one of a kind choreography by Director Ang Lee. 2012 London Games opening ceremony will witness another much admired hollywood director Danny Boyle’s choreography. It won’t be surprising to be awe-struck witnessing another grand opening ceremony.
Over the years, Olympic games seized an extraordinary connotation in mankind history from the pre war pressure to post war tension. Movies are being made inspired by Olympic gold medalists, Olympians, and the gloomy disaster that binds the magnificent sporting event. The movie “Munich” directed by Steven Spielberg based on the 1972, Munich Olympic games that saw 11 Israeli athletes murdered by terrorist will always be remembered as the darkest hour(black september).
The film received critical acclaims and was nominated for Five Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director(Spielberg), Best Adapted Screenplay(Kushner and Roth), Best Film Editing( Micheal Kahn) and Best Original Score(John Williams).
The joie de vivre of Beijing 2008 games grand opening to its closing ceremony is still fresh in our reminiscence, thanks to the one of a kind choreography by Director Ang Lee. 2012 London Games opening ceremony will witness another much admired hollywood director Danny Boyle’s choreography. It won’t be surprising to be awe-struck witnessing another grand opening ceremony.
Film makers at the mercy of superstars
When Aamir Khan's opinions were not taken into consideration he callously walked out of the promotion trails for his upcoming film 'Talaash.' Both director and producers were left helpless and now plan to wait till 2013 to calm the megastar down and await his return from shooting for Rajkumar Hirani's 'Peekay' to start marketing for 'Talaash'.
What happens to a film, when the actors are stubborn? There have been several occasions when top actresses like Kareena Kapoor have backed out from films at the last minute and the directors along with casting have to postpone shoots and production. Bebo, managed to do it with 2 top notch film makers - Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Karan Johar. Aishwarya Rai left Madhur Bhandarkar's 'Heroine'.
It is a different story when a film abruptly comes to a break due to unforeseen circumstances like weather and monetary issues, but flimsy demands on the part of actors, even if they are THE Number 1s for the role, is professionally unacceptable. And Aamir Khan stooping to such levels makes you rethink the ways of even some of the most liked stars.
What happens to a film, when the actors are stubborn? There have been several occasions when top actresses like Kareena Kapoor have backed out from films at the last minute and the directors along with casting have to postpone shoots and production. Bebo, managed to do it with 2 top notch film makers - Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Karan Johar. Aishwarya Rai left Madhur Bhandarkar's 'Heroine'.
It is a different story when a film abruptly comes to a break due to unforeseen circumstances like weather and monetary issues, but flimsy demands on the part of actors, even if they are THE Number 1s for the role, is professionally unacceptable. And Aamir Khan stooping to such levels makes you rethink the ways of even some of the most liked stars.
Saturday, 14 July 2012
From Hindustani Naari to Jungalee Jawani
Long long ago is the land of Bollywood, the heroine has always been pure as a petal, pavitra bhartiya naari, while the vamp was always naughty, immodest, somebody who drank and smoked, women who represented couger-town!
That was a role immortalized by Helen. Bindu, Aruna Irani and Padma Khaana among others went on essay similar roles.
All that changed with the entry of Zeenat Aman and Praveen Babi, free-spirited woman who were on the right side of morality but saw no contradiction in downing liquor and flaunting their voluptuous bodies!
The best phase of Bollywood dawned with a new era of modern actresses - The 80s and 90s. Madhuri's songs like "Dhak Dhak Karne Laga" and "Choli Ke Peeche" were such a rage that audiences galore these actresses.
These were the early days of a trend now called an item number - the now smashing "Munni Badman," "Sheila Ki Jawani" are just skimpier segments of the train top dance, "Chaiyya Chaiyya" and Urmila Matondkar's "Chamma Chamma". Both these songs were part of flop films - Dil Se and China Gate, but these songs set feet tapping and hearts on fire.
All through the 2000s this trend only developed with films even as sane as Munna Bhai MBBS taking such an approach.
This decade has seen this trend as an indispensible aspect of the any modern film.
With top notch actresses daunting legs and flashing cleavages, where is Bollywood really headed is something we need to worry about!
And the Best Award for Maximum Whistles goes to...
Films in Bollywood may be hits or flops at the box office, but our desi janta still believe that the actors who receive the maximum 'seeti' when they arrive on screen, are the one's that rock our Bollywood world the most!
For instance, even today when Shah Rukh Khan appears on the screen in Maratha Mandir, Bombay over 500 weeks post the first release of Dilwale Dulhaniya Leh Jayenge, students from St. Xavier's College nearby, scream and hoot in happiness! Whistles are blown out when he scores his goal in "Mere Khwaabon Main Jo Aaye."
Likewise, there is nothing exquisite about Cocktail, but when Deepika Padukone, walks to a disco in London and downs her shot glasses in a sexy party dress, showing off her long legs, even the poshest of audiences whistle in delight.
Think about it, what were the moments you felt like whistling for at the movies? I remember sticking both my fingers under my tongue and blowing my lungs out for the penalty goals in 'Chak De' and the final catch in 'Lagaan.'
For the sheer X-factor, appeal of it, you might have heard whistles for Salman Khan in Dabangg and Ajay Devgan in Singham.
Comment with your favourite whistling memory, FridayMoviez hopes you will have many!
For instance, even today when Shah Rukh Khan appears on the screen in Maratha Mandir, Bombay over 500 weeks post the first release of Dilwale Dulhaniya Leh Jayenge, students from St. Xavier's College nearby, scream and hoot in happiness! Whistles are blown out when he scores his goal in "Mere Khwaabon Main Jo Aaye."
Likewise, there is nothing exquisite about Cocktail, but when Deepika Padukone, walks to a disco in London and downs her shot glasses in a sexy party dress, showing off her long legs, even the poshest of audiences whistle in delight.
Think about it, what were the moments you felt like whistling for at the movies? I remember sticking both my fingers under my tongue and blowing my lungs out for the penalty goals in 'Chak De' and the final catch in 'Lagaan.'
For the sheer X-factor, appeal of it, you might have heard whistles for Salman Khan in Dabangg and Ajay Devgan in Singham.
Comment with your favourite whistling memory, FridayMoviez hopes you will have many!
Freida Pinto on Song!
British Director Micheal Winterbottom’s highly praised film “Trishna” gained critical acclaimed around the globe starring Freida Pinto and Riz Ahmed. The movie is a bold, risque adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s novel “Tess of the d'Urbervilles” and Indian beauty Freida Pinto( read Slumdog Millionaire fame) once again flooded the headline of magazines, newspaper and other medium.
The once mumbai suburb girl proves her critics wrong by channeling the genuine talent she has in herself with her stellar performance in the movie where she plays a daughter of Autorickshaw driver, indeed her performance screams “epic”. It is loud and clear she is not a one film wonder. Frieda Pinto has set another landmark in her career. We will be seeing a lot of Freidaaaa. Wonder, if she will shake her legs soon in the Indian cinema.
Thursday, 12 July 2012
Dara Singh Stars, family, fans react to strong man Dara Singh’s death.
Dara Singh died on Thursday at age 83. But his memorable and wide-ranging roles in Television, Movies and Yes, “The Strong man legacy” will live on.
A cardiac dilemma led to Dara Singh’s hospitalisation at the Kokilaben Hospital on July 7. subsequently, his wellbeing get worse. Further, his kidneys suffered malfunction and caused damage to his brain.
The Hero of Indian Cinema has obtain Rustam-E-Punjab, Rustam-E-Hind Title with his enviable character and humanity. Nearly, the entire Bollywood gathered to pay their tribute to the larger than life icon. The Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Famer was known for his unconventional roles. The real-life Wrestler was a fixture in Bollywood and cope to work until almost the end.
Being Beautiful is all about the right attitude: Gul Panag gets straight A's!
Gul Panag is an Indian actress, a biker and athlete at heart, a voice actress, model, and former beauty queen - Miss India and Miss Beautiful Smile, who didn't shy away from competing for the Miss Universe pageant. Her notable films include the staunch and uptight, script oriented Nagesh Kukunoor's Dor, Dhoop, Manorama Six Feet Under, Hello, and Straight.
She is talented and out-spoken, gorgeous and in your face.
The 35 year old biker, also stands at the apex of feminism - even if she doesn't claim to be one!
Gul was born in Chadigarh, and with all that dole sholay and into a 2nd generation of an armed forces family, Gul has changed 14 schools and learned a lot of skills she keeps rolled up her sleeve.
Skiing, firing with guns - long and short, travelling to new destinations and training amongst horses, Gul is a fantasy adventure-buff!
No wonder she manages to keep up the smile, it's all about living life king size! And who wouldn't with all those sleek bikes she owns!
She is talented and out-spoken, gorgeous and in your face.
The 35 year old biker, also stands at the apex of feminism - even if she doesn't claim to be one!
Gul was born in Chadigarh, and with all that dole sholay and into a 2nd generation of an armed forces family, Gul has changed 14 schools and learned a lot of skills she keeps rolled up her sleeve.
Skiing, firing with guns - long and short, travelling to new destinations and training amongst horses, Gul is a fantasy adventure-buff!
No wonder she manages to keep up the smile, it's all about living life king size! And who wouldn't with all those sleek bikes she owns!
Wednesday, 11 July 2012
Expendables 2 : Team Super
Icons, Guns, action heroes, and spectacular biceps!. Gun- toting movie stars of yesteryear team up for an action-extravaganza! What do you expect? They are Back for War!!!
The cast of the movie “Expendables 2” just gets superior with the addition of young action hero Liam Hemswroth. The new recruit for the film also include Mega superstar Arnold Schwarzenegger who will be seen alongside other action heroes from Sylvester Stallone,Bruce Willis, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Jet li, to Serbian tennis power Novak Djokavic who will be playing himself in the much awaited action extravaganza.
The star casts already excite a lot of us. Let’s hope there will be another sequel! Say Expendables 3.
Bidding goodbye to the fairy tale
Hollywood movie, declaring your love on the Oprah Winfrey Show, being proposed to atop Eiffel Tower, marrying in the impeccable Gardens of the Odescalchi Castle in Bracciano, Italy and kissing on the red carpet!
We all dream of living in the fairy tale. Of daughters who will wear only wear dresses, husbands that cannot keep their hands off and candid images that stay forever.
Katie Holmes had all those things and a lot more. Scientology screwed her over!
When TomKat were coined in 2005, singles and couples across the world cheered them as an undying symbol of sizzling love. When Suri Cruise was epitomized as a Union of Hebrew, Persian and Scientologist culture, the image of the immaculate TomKat only strengthened.
Now it all stands for a loss of words and love.
Tom Cruise's 3rd divorce has hit the news like none other. Fans, friends and family view this as the end of something that was flawless.
But their always is a back, second story. And it is not always directly connected to Tom Cruise's abused childhood, his loneliness and boyishness, it's sometimes just a 'you will never know' side end story!
All the world sees is a Billionaire, gorgeous, sensual superstar, enthralling in chart and gait, and all I see is a lonely man who was with the gorgeous Nicole Kidman for 11 years and Katie Holmes for 6!
Guess, it's just a matter of time before a new fairy tale fable spins around
Bollywood 2012 so far...
It's been a fantastic first six months for Bollywood so for. As we hope for an even bigger second half here is a bird's eye view into the industry releases so far.
Pausing midway through 2012 this July, FridayMoviez takes a look at this year's releases so far. It has been a year so far of fresh scripts and many new, promising faces. There seems to be a little something here and there for everyone.
There have been the dramas cum thrillers Kahaani, Shanghai and Maximum, violent tales of historical conflict and revenge Agneepath, Ishaqzaade and Gangs of Wasseypur, action-fueled attempts to raise your pulse Agent Vinod, Tezz, Rowdy Rathore. Then there were the romances London Paris New York, Teri Meri Kahaani and Ek Main aur Ekk Tu.
The surprise hits however, were brilliantly made and seen in films like Paan Singh Tomar, Vicky Donor and the all time slapstick comedy Bol Bachchan. Big flops have tainted this year so far as well with all big stars Players, and misguided attempts by old Directors and actors in Dangerous Ishq and Department.
By the end of 2012 Bollywood seems to be taking film making to a whole new level with films like Cocktail, Alaap, Aamir Khan's Talaash, sequels Raaz 3, Jism 2 and others Rush, Bombay Velvet and It's my life. Salman Khan starrer Ek Tha Tiger, seems unmissable through its promos and of course, as history has seen it because of its stunning duo cast Salman and Katrina.
In terms of music, Bollywood seems to have welcomed new talent as well with actors singing like Ayushmann and Vishal, Shekhar, Wajid, Amit Trivedi, Sneha Khanwalkar claiming fame.
Hold on, as Twilight Entertainment's debut feature, Directed by Pritish Chakraborthy,"Chal Pichchur Banate Hain", may be the next newcomer hit in Bollywood!
The Dark Knight Rises
The Dark Knight Rises is virtually in full publicity mode. Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight Rises" flooded almost everybody mind’s eye, interviews in magazines, the trailers released well in advance, hoardings and all aspect of campaign have been tremendous and swamped the internet, television and other medium. It gives you a wild guess that the hottest DC comics based movie will be a Mega Blockbuster of the year that will exceed “The Amazing Spider-Man” Box office collection and the super hero “The Avengers” revenue.
In the latest DC comic franchise, the addition of brilliant english actor Tom Hardy(Bane) as the villian makes the movie attention-grabbing. The battle between Bane vs Bat is expected to be remarkable and worth waiting.The wait will get over on July 20th!
The new trend in Bollywood cinema is that of remakes!
Old classic Hind cinema which produced films like - Devdas, Don, Agneepath, Sahib Bibi Aur Gulam, Sholay, Umrao Jaan don't seem emote at all.
Bollywood is serving old wine in new bottles. Coupling powerful, rigid, ancient screenplays with fresh faces, novel techniques, a little twist and item number, jhatka -vatka in the story, and voilà a new movie is ready.
The successes of films like Karan Johar's Agneepath and Shah Rukh Khan's Don, have opened the doors for many more old hits to be remade in Bollywood.
Johar hits the bulls eye by remaking Amitabh Bachchan starrer 1990s film Agneepath, which rocked the box office with Rs. 23 crore on its opening day.
Johar is not the only producer-director looking for gold in old. Hrishikesh Mukherji's Gol Mal, starring Amol Palekar, has inspired Bol Bachchan while Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini starer Satte Pe Satta is awating new path with Sanjay Dutt as producer and in lead role.
This is not an old trend, keeping in mind that Devdas which has been adapted in 11 different languages, was made very differently post the 2000s. Anurag Kashyap went all out with a modern adaptation and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's grand epic was all about the set décor and costumes.
Recent films like The Dirty Picture, Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai and Om Shanti Om all refer to old Bollywood films and take plot inspirations from what has already made it big. Several such Bollywood classics are all just other favourite ghosts from the past waiting to be remade.
Remake ka zamana hai..!!
The need for industries to remake their movies in different languages is a reason why competition has taken a more deeper meaning in the last few years. The stories might be the same, but the execution, direction, performance and yes of course a perfect ending is what adds to the spice of watching the remade version of a movie.
Like for instance, Tollywood taking over remake rights from different industries has become a major topic of discussion. The amount of money offered is humongous and not to forget the money poured in to make the movie in their language adds to it.
It's a skill you see, of knowing if the movie will do well in this particular language, or if the cast will give the performance that the movie makers are looking for. It's a risk the directors and producers are still willing to take despite the extra efforts and the time consumed.
Well we do have a few movies from Tollywood that have been remade in other languages and similarly the same is done here in the south as well.
So if you wanted to remake a movie, which genre would you be interested in picking?
Like for instance, Tollywood taking over remake rights from different industries has become a major topic of discussion. The amount of money offered is humongous and not to forget the money poured in to make the movie in their language adds to it.
It's a skill you see, of knowing if the movie will do well in this particular language, or if the cast will give the performance that the movie makers are looking for. It's a risk the directors and producers are still willing to take despite the extra efforts and the time consumed.
Well we do have a few movies from Tollywood that have been remade in other languages and similarly the same is done here in the south as well.
So if you wanted to remake a movie, which genre would you be interested in picking?
Pixar disappoints with its latest film 'Brave'
Brave builds up to a pro feminist, anti-stereotype setting and then collapses into a middle that shocks the audience! Agreed, that Pixar and Disney, apart from their ground breaking animation are known for their fresh scripts - Cars, Shrek series, The Incredibles, Nine, Wall - E, but Brave seems more Bizarre than concrete and most disappointing in comparison to any other Hollywood movie.
The excitement we as kids felt when we first saw 'Finding Nemo' and 'Toy Story' was enthralling. Kids viewing Brave were definitely deprived of that experience!
More than once in the film Brave slips of the plot and becomes downright strange. Its genre keeps swinging between comedy, action and family drama with a little bit of magic here and there.
There are no glimpses of 'extraordinary' in this film, and people vouching for new Pixar film will surely be disappointed.
Brave looks different, with Scottish accents and Merida flaunting her bright orange hair, big bears and bigger men with swords all appear to the visually appealing. But Brave falls flat on its face with its storyline.
We sure expect a lot more from Pixar, and Brave for everybody, has been overwhelmingly disappointing.
Why is romance reigning over Tollywood?
'Love story', it's not just a word, but the idea of being together. The director, producer, actors, actresses and the entire crew, that's what forms the romance in the story. So why is it become so important for the Tollywood industry to add a fairy-tale in 8 out of 10 movies that are made on a daily basis? Well basically it's the emotional connection that the industry has with the audiences.
Is it about the chirpy, bubbly girl who can't resist the brightness oozing out of her skin or the young and dashing boy who can't stop expressing his charming attitude? Nope, it's more about how they both connect on different levels, through thick and thin scenes that are yielded by the camera to capture those special moments.
While Hollywood and Bollywood believe in a soft and subtle romance, Tollywood on the other hand is 'love at first sight'. It is an intense and passionate discovery of feelings that form a realm of emotions enticing one to form an imaginary world of their own.
Hence the Tollywood industry indulge with the best stars to bring out these characters and you can definitely see them in the chemistry below!!!
Is it about the chirpy, bubbly girl who can't resist the brightness oozing out of her skin or the young and dashing boy who can't stop expressing his charming attitude? Nope, it's more about how they both connect on different levels, through thick and thin scenes that are yielded by the camera to capture those special moments.
While Hollywood and Bollywood believe in a soft and subtle romance, Tollywood on the other hand is 'love at first sight'. It is an intense and passionate discovery of feelings that form a realm of emotions enticing one to form an imaginary world of their own.
Hence the Tollywood industry indulge with the best stars to bring out these characters and you can definitely see them in the chemistry below!!!
Why you cannot compete with the Classics!
The thing about Classic Hollywood films is that like wine, you need to develop a taste for them. Be it the romantic Breakfast at Tifanny’s and heart moving Casablanca or the legendary films by Francis Ford Copalla - Apocalypse Now and The Godfather Series, classics have marked ages of change.
Alfred Hitchcock never upset his audiences be it with plot experiments in Birdsor film making and technique experiments in The Rope, where the entire film used only 10 cuts, 2 of which were ‘Fade to blacks.’
‘Gone with the Wind’ was the first film to break through the barriers of book adaptations. MGM’s ‘That’s Entertainment’ that traces every Metro-Glodwyn Mayer musical starting from the 1920s with ‘Gene Kelly and Marilyn Monroe’ continues to entice the viewers even today.
There was a rhythm to English classics. The old jazz, deep sound tracks and the grandeur of sets and their decor all showed a higher purpose of film making. The value of costumes and rehearsals, the callousness shown while portraying the revolts within a community and constantly changing society, the magnanimity of characters being established – Ah! you just cannot compete with the classics anymore!
Does Mila Kunis stand a chance to be Number One?
Mila Kunis is the next number one Actress in Hollywood. The gorgeous 28 year old who shot to fame in 2010 with her supporting role in Black Swan, continued to enthrall audiences with her performances in Friends with Benefits, the recent TED opposite Mark Wahlberg and now audiences await the release of Oz: The Great and Powerfuland Blood Ties.
Both, where Mila will play leading actress.
The impeccable beauty of Ms. Kunis comes from her Russian decent. At the age of seven, she moved from Ukraine to Los Angeles, California, with her family. After being enrolled in acting classes as an after-school activity, she was soon discovered by an agent. She appeared in TV shows and commercials, before her first significant role, playing Jackie Burkhart on the TV series That '70s Show. A year later, she was cast as the voice of Meg Griffin on the animated series Family Guy.
Mila Kunis has never disappointed fashion critics as well. She is extremely paparazzi friendly, even though she claims to be a shy, introvert in reality.
Mila sure has a long way to go and promises a very exciting Hollywood career! We wish her all the very best
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