Yuvvraaj is melodramatic and boring!

YuvvraajDirector: Subhash GhaiCast: Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Zayed Khan and Mithun Chakraborthy

Subhash Ghai has hardly had a dream run lately. After Taal did just about okay business in 1999, Ghai has delivered three flops in a row with Yaadein, Kisna and this year's Black And White.
Clearly, the going hasn't been good for close to a decade. Surprising then that every time the man has a film ready, expectations are high and curiosity levels are up.
Yuvvraaj is no different. The film may be of interest to a film buff for a number of reasons: AR Rahman's music has made quite an impact even before the release; the film looks more lavish than Ghai's earlier works, which is saying something; and lastly, Ghai has got an interesting bunch of actors together, including the mercurial Salman, who was involved in the infamous slapping incident with the filmmaker. Does Yuvvraaj meets up to these expectations then?
The story is interesting. Deven Yuvvraaj (Salman Khan) is a man with a troubled past. Struggling to make a career in music, Deven was thrown out by his billionaire father twelve years back for beating up his autistic older brother (Anil Kapoor). This has made Deven a bitter man and short-tempered (more like crazy; why would he beat up a retarded brother otherwise?!)
The only silver lining in Deven's plethora of worries is Anushka (Katrina Kaif), the lead cello player of the troupe Deven works as a chorus singer in. She is the only one who 'understands' Deven and is able and willing to deal with his temper and inner-demons. But Anushka's father (Boman Irani) is against the match as he's aware of Deven's erratic lifestyle and anger management problems.
When Deven learns of his father's demise, he decides to go back home to claim his part of the family property, so that he can ask for Anushka's hand in marriage. When he returns, Deven has to deal with distant relatives and two brothers (Kapoor and Zayed Khan) in order to get his share of the booty. Except that there's something coming in the way – Deven's father's will. And the executor is attorney Sikandar Mirza (Mithun Chakraborthy)

Meet Bollywood's latest blue eyed girl

Everybody knows how well Asin Thottumkal has been getting along with Salman Khan on and off the sets of London Dreams.
Reportedly, Sallu bhai has also been instrumental in getting a house for the South Indian actor in a posh Mumbai suburb.
But did you ever wonder why is suddenly Asin is the blue eyed girl of Salman Khan? Sources confirm that it is because of Aamir Khan.
Sources also say that Aamir Khan has been instrumental in changing her fortunes. Says the insider, “Aamir has loved her performance in Ghajini. In fact, he has been so impressed that he is promoting her big time to his friends in the industry. Aamir and Salman have been good friends for a long time now and both the actors respect each other’s views. Aamir had introduced Asin to Salman and had also put in a word of recommendation for her. This was when Aamir and Asin had initially started working for Ghajini.”
The source further reveals, “People inside and outside the industry know that Aamir is a perfectionist and so when he makes a suggestion, everyone takes his advice very seriously. So, when he recommended Asin to Salman, Salman took his advice seriously and look how well Asin is doing now.
She has not only been cast in the Salman starrer London Dreams but she has developed a great friendship with him too. In fact after seeing her perform so well in London Dreams, Salman has too become quite a fan of hers. He is also recommending her to his friends circle too. Asin has certainly cracked the jackpot.”
When contacted Aamir Khan says, “Asin’s a very good performer. I won’t be surprised if she quickly gets noticed by filmmakers.”
It has also been reported that Asin has been roped in for a Walt Disney production and this happened after Aamir recommended her.

I'm getting good offers post 'Bigg Boss': Zulfi Syed

He might not have won season two of "Bigg Boss", but model-turned-actor Zulfi Syed says he has been noticed by filmmakers after the reality TV show and is now getting good offers.
"Post-'Bigg Boss' I have got some very good offers. I'm going through some good scripts. Though I cannot divulge any details as of now, I will soon make a decision," Zulfi said.
But he denies that he accepted the show to get publicity.
"I wanted to be a part of show not only for money and popularity but because I wanted to see whether I'll be able to live without any communication from the outside world for days together. I wanted to experience something like this," said Zulfi, who was the most shy among other housemates.
Zulfi started off as a model and did commercials for Raymond's, Warehouse and Levis among others. He also featured in various music videos and then made his Bollywood debut with "Pyaasa", which flopped. It was followed by forgettable films like "Taj Mahal", "Chupke Se", "Mr Hot and Mr Kool" and more recently "Deshdrohi".
"I do not regret doing the kind of films I have done. I'm not from a filmy background so I can't expect that I'll get a good film every day," Zulfi said.
Now the actor says he is looking forward to a better career in films.
Does he feel bad on not winning "Bigg Boss"?
"No, I'm not feeling bad at all on not being declared the winner because winning and losing is not the only thing. I came out with my dignity and that's more important to me.

Dostana

With the succes of Dostana, Abhishek Bacchan, John Abraham and Bobby Deol are basking in the sun.
Although it must be clarified, that at the point of basking, both Abhishek and Bobby were fully clothed. As far as John, well… he showed solidarity with world-wide recession. He seems to be given up upper body apparel and now as it appears — is wearing only a belt and slippers at all public functions. I’m also told on good authority, (mostly by John himself), that he’s seriously considering chucking the slippers too.
What very few people know is that Abhishek, John, Bobby and me have a lot in common. Take education as an example. We all studied at the prestigious Bhola Classes and noticed after a couple of turns that there was no sign of Bhola and we all gave up the class forever, after just three sessions.
Now here’s the issue. My wife wants me to re-enact some of the good scenes from Dostana. Initially, I thought that it meant leaving her for a male nurse. However, what she actually wanted was far more difficult and vulgar. The wife wanted me to recreate the scene where John comes out of the sea wearing only a wristband seductively woven around one butt cheek. I tried to use logic, however she refused to accept the fact that John’s wristband wouldn’t go over my wrist, forget the damn buttock.
After some subtle negotiations, I settled for a table-cloth and off we went to the beach. Finally, the wife, video camera in hand, signalled me to come out of the water. Enwrapped in the tablecloth, I did my best John Abraham meets Ursula Andress impersonation. As I reached the sand, I lifted my hands to press down my new hair like John. That’s when the tablecloth lost its balance and fell off. Nobody told me it was the mating season for the jellyfish. It’s sufficient to say, that if it is mating season for the jellyfish, the most stupid thing you could do, is to approach an amorous jellyfish in the raw. Jellyfish as lovers are extremely forward.
Thank you John, Abhi and Bobby. I hope the hospital TV doesn’t show ...err…Dostana.

Farhan Akhtar to dabble in tv production

Four years after being a judge on dance reality show "Nach Baliye", filmmaker-actor Farhan Akhtar is returning to TV as the host of "Oye! It's Friday!". And there are all chances of him turning producer for the small screen in the near future.
"Production for television is a strong possibility I have in mind for future. We have been thinking over it and I do have a team that has been brainstorming over the idea for some time now. But my hands are so full right now, it's tough to take a call on it," Farhan said.
"As of now, I am dedicating my time entirely to my films. Devoting time to decide the creative aspect of a show we want to produce is not something I feel is possible. But it will happen sometimes," he added.
Farhan is really excited about "Oye! It's Friday!", which will go on air Dec 12.
"'Oye! It's Friday!' seemed like just the concept I wanted to do. After I did 'Nach Baliye', I wasn't averse to the small screen, but everyone was offering me similar reality shows. But when I was approached for this show, I was quite excited.
"They are trying to do something different with TV content and the concept is something new for Indian production," he said.
The show is all about entertainment sans any specific format. It has humour, music, dance performances, and celebrity guests all rolled into a one-hour show.
Farhan will host the first few episodes of the weekly show and then another celebrity will take over the task from him.

After intelligence officer, Sanjay Dutt plays ganglord

After playing a military intelligence officer in Rahul Dholakia's "Lamhaa", Sanjay Dutt is all set to play a ganglord again in "Gangs Of London".
Sanjay plays the leader of the Khalsa gang in a London neighbourhood that protects the Asian community from drug abuse and prostitution. And if Shabina Khan has styled Sanjay's salt-and-pepper beard look in "Lamhaa", it's Arjun Khanna providing him with an all-leather, chains-and-boots look for "Gangs Of London".
Apparently Sanjay, who is rapidly losing weight, is still to lose the paunch. But by the time "Gangs Of London" starts shooting in July next year, he is expected to get rid of all the flab.
"My brother Jassi, who studied filmmaking in New York, is directing 'Gangs Of London' now. Jassi has been researching the various ethnic gangs of London and their looks. And he has come up with this incredible look for Sanjay," producer Bunty Walia said.
Added Jassi: "The look we've designed for Sanju in 'Gangs Of London' has never been tried before."
There's just one problem with sporting a specific look for a film - Sanjay can't shoot for any other film. For instance, two songs of Ajay Chandok's movie "Chatur Singh Two Star" are pending until the actor finishes shooting "Lamhaa" with his film-specific new look.
And now it would be the Khalsa look that would keep Sanjay bound to one project.
"It's not so much a Catch 22 situation for Sanju as it is a Catch-Sanjay situation for me. By giving him a specific look, I'm making sure I can hold on to his attention and dates at one stretch with no distractions," said the director.
Originally, ad filmmaker Shamim Desai was to direct "Gangs of London", but he has been replaced by Jassi.
Bobby Deol is expected to play Sanjay's brother in the film. Also starring in the project are Suniel Shetty, Shaad Randhawa, Dino Morea and Tusshar Kapoor. All of them play members of Sanjay's gang.
Sanjay has earlier played a gangster in films like "Vaastav", "Khalnayak" and the "Munnabhai" series.

Kelly Rowland inspired to say 'I do'

After attending former bandmate Beyonce Knowles wedding to Jay-Z, singer Kelly Rowland is inspired to get married.
Rowland has been postponing marriage, but now she wants to tie the knot.
Contactmusic.com reports her saying: "Seeing Beyonce get married to Jay-Z did make me want to tie the knot, but I'm not ready yet."
The 27-year-old Rowland is being kept very busy and she is finding it hard to have a love life.
She added: "I'm just working. I was dumped in my last relationship because I was working so much - another one bites the dust."