Shah Rukh Khan knows the art of balancing his personal and professional life. Being busy in his film and endorsement shoots Shah Rukh Khan hardly used to get time for his family. But now he has found a way out. The actor has decided to shoot his endorsements from home so that he can spend more time with his family.
A source informs that some portions of his building have been designed in such a way that product companies that he is endorsing can shoot their commercials there. Commercials for Dish TV and Airtel have already been shot at his home Mannat.
The other building behind Mannat is his personal office which houses his gym and rooms for his staff. However the top two floors and the terrace have been given for the shooting of commercials.
Well that has saved his traveling time and shooting time that he used to spend on the set. Through this smart move he can spend more time with his wife and two growing kids and at the same time he can concentrate on his work. Not just this, there is money to be made by renting out the shooting floors.
Well now we know why everyone calls him a smart actor and a complete a family man!
Monday, December 1, 2008
Did Ram Gopal Varma go too far?
When Mahrashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh was called upon to do a post-attack recee of the Taj Mahal Hotel (Mumbai), which was a target of terrorism only recently, people were shocked that he brought with him son Riteish Deshmukh and filmmaker-friend Ram Gopal Varma.
“What has happened is major. It is sad and disturbing. By taking along son-actor Riteish and director Ramu, our CM has trivialized the whole issue,” opined locals. Other filmmakers like Ashok Pandit, too, didn’t approve of this act. A filmmaker, on conditions of anonymity, reacted, “I don’t believe that Ramu could go to this extent of trying to bring realism to cinema. It was insensitive of him to do such a thing!”
Varma on the other hand thinks he has done no wrong. “I didn’t say a word, I just walked along with a group of men. And no, I’m not planning to make a film on this terrible incident of terrorism,” he told the media. If news is to be believed, RGV went to the ‘site’ as a ‘research mission’ for his film Rann , which has the war of the media as its subject matter.
“What has happened is major. It is sad and disturbing. By taking along son-actor Riteish and director Ramu, our CM has trivialized the whole issue,” opined locals. Other filmmakers like Ashok Pandit, too, didn’t approve of this act. A filmmaker, on conditions of anonymity, reacted, “I don’t believe that Ramu could go to this extent of trying to bring realism to cinema. It was insensitive of him to do such a thing!”
Varma on the other hand thinks he has done no wrong. “I didn’t say a word, I just walked along with a group of men. And no, I’m not planning to make a film on this terrible incident of terrorism,” he told the media. If news is to be believed, RGV went to the ‘site’ as a ‘research mission’ for his film Rann , which has the war of the media as its subject matter.
Distance Between Siddhartha and Tollywood
What ever happened to Siddhartha after Bommarillu? It's been two years that Bommarillu had been released and Siddhartha has had only one release called Aata after that. Why is no one willing to bank on a sellable star? There seems to be a bias based on caste factors in selecting heroes for films.
Sidharth who had at some stage in the beginning of his career had said that his top priority is to do Telugu films today finds himself without a new project in Telugu. He has drifted and migrated to Hindi and Tamil films.
Are not Telugu film makers and directors letting go off a good actor based on regional considerations? At some stage even Prakash Raj was also meted out such treatment. If Telugu cinema wants to stand a chance at national and international level it needs to do away with its biases and be more competitive.
While this is one angle of expression among film lovers, the people those are known about Sid say that he is arrogant and hold high aspirations always and also involves in script of the film he works in big way that brings disgust for directors. Whatever be the reason, it is true that Sid has been distanced from Tollywood and only his 'Konchem Istamga Konchem Kastamga' and 'Aakasamantha' are in line now
Sidharth who had at some stage in the beginning of his career had said that his top priority is to do Telugu films today finds himself without a new project in Telugu. He has drifted and migrated to Hindi and Tamil films.
Are not Telugu film makers and directors letting go off a good actor based on regional considerations? At some stage even Prakash Raj was also meted out such treatment. If Telugu cinema wants to stand a chance at national and international level it needs to do away with its biases and be more competitive.
While this is one angle of expression among film lovers, the people those are known about Sid say that he is arrogant and hold high aspirations always and also involves in script of the film he works in big way that brings disgust for directors. Whatever be the reason, it is true that Sid has been distanced from Tollywood and only his 'Konchem Istamga Konchem Kastamga' and 'Aakasamantha' are in line now
Tanya glides into tollywood
Tollywood seems to be the chosen destination for famed Bollywood models to begin their acting careers. Close on the heels of a bunch of model-turned-actors, Tanya Vakil, former Miss India runner-up, is the new find.
"Glamour was just part of the meaty role I bagged. I enjoyed doing the film,” says the popular model who has endorsed numerous brands alongside stars like Saif and Madhavan. "Modelling provided me a wider platform and immense exposure as well," reveals the actress, who is game for classy glam roles. Another interesting facet of her was anchoring a show titled Love Bites on Zoom.
Being single how did she manage to answer love queries? "I just relied on the script. It was great interacting with people," she smiles. And, is the spunky actress ready for swimsuits ala Bollywood actresses? "I haven't given it a thought," she chuckles. "I am awaiting exciting roles in Tollywood and Bollywood," reveals the starlet. Are the makers listening?
"Glamour was just part of the meaty role I bagged. I enjoyed doing the film,” says the popular model who has endorsed numerous brands alongside stars like Saif and Madhavan. "Modelling provided me a wider platform and immense exposure as well," reveals the actress, who is game for classy glam roles. Another interesting facet of her was anchoring a show titled Love Bites on Zoom.
Being single how did she manage to answer love queries? "I just relied on the script. It was great interacting with people," she smiles. And, is the spunky actress ready for swimsuits ala Bollywood actresses? "I haven't given it a thought," she chuckles. "I am awaiting exciting roles in Tollywood and Bollywood," reveals the starlet. Are the makers listening?
Ajay- Tollywood's young villain as hero
Ajay, the well-known screen baddy in Tollywood, is going to make his debut in and as Sarai Veerraju.
The film so titled will be directed by Kannan, a debutant, who earlier worked with ace directors like SS Rajamouli. It was during the shoot of Rajamouli's blockbuster Vikramarkudu that the duo – Kannan and Ajay (main villain of the film) came together.
Sources said that as per the script, the film demanded two heroines. Apart from this, a good number of senior arties from both the regular and comedians' platform were already roped in for this film, said to be a mix masala of action, comedy and sentiment.
The flick will be launched in the second week of December. To note here, Ajay has been dreaming of making an entry as hero and he had expressed it many a time with the media also.
The film so titled will be directed by Kannan, a debutant, who earlier worked with ace directors like SS Rajamouli. It was during the shoot of Rajamouli's blockbuster Vikramarkudu that the duo – Kannan and Ajay (main villain of the film) came together.
Sources said that as per the script, the film demanded two heroines. Apart from this, a good number of senior arties from both the regular and comedians' platform were already roped in for this film, said to be a mix masala of action, comedy and sentiment.
The flick will be launched in the second week of December. To note here, Ajay has been dreaming of making an entry as hero and he had expressed it many a time with the media also.
Bollywood pays homage to national heroes
Bollywood joined the nation in paying homage to all the security personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty as well as the hostages and the innocent citizens who fell victim to terrorists' strike.
Finally the commando operations in Mumbai were over after 62 hours seige. Security personnel laid down their lives to to bring back normalcy to the city. A grateful country is paying homage to these slain and and surviving heroes. Bollywood stars too joined in to pay their last respects to the slain heroes.
"I have had the greatest pride in those from the forces that have and continue to fight for our freedom. Brilliant officers and police personnel have laid down their lives for us. I can only but salute them and respect their sincerity in the call of duty," wrote Amitabh Bachchan on his blog.
Aamir Khan also chose to express his feelings through his blog, "My heartfelt condolences to the family of the brave officers of the Mumbai Police who lost their lives leading from the front to take on these terrorists. Especially Hemant Karkare of the ATS who in the recent past was being targeted by various political parties for the work that he was doing."
The tinsel town has been expressing extreme anger over the incident through their blogs, radio and TV channels and newspapers.
Finally the commando operations in Mumbai were over after 62 hours seige. Security personnel laid down their lives to to bring back normalcy to the city. A grateful country is paying homage to these slain and and surviving heroes. Bollywood stars too joined in to pay their last respects to the slain heroes.
"I have had the greatest pride in those from the forces that have and continue to fight for our freedom. Brilliant officers and police personnel have laid down their lives for us. I can only but salute them and respect their sincerity in the call of duty," wrote Amitabh Bachchan on his blog.
Aamir Khan also chose to express his feelings through his blog, "My heartfelt condolences to the family of the brave officers of the Mumbai Police who lost their lives leading from the front to take on these terrorists. Especially Hemant Karkare of the ATS who in the recent past was being targeted by various political parties for the work that he was doing."
The tinsel town has been expressing extreme anger over the incident through their blogs, radio and TV channels and newspapers.
Just A Minute With: John Travolta on music, movies, misses
35 years in showbusiness, John Travolta has taken his first stab at animation as the voice of an adorable puppy in Walt Disney's "Bolt".
The movie, which debuted in U.S. theaters one week ago, was a leap of faith for Travolta after a film career that started with musicals like "Grease" and "Saturday Night Fever" and went on to embrace surprises like "Pulp Fiction" and stingers like "Battlefield Earth."
Travolta, 54, talked to Reuters about how his career has changed over the years, some of his regrets and how he chooses new projects.
Q: "Bolt" is your first animated feature. How did you find the process?
A: "It was mysterious. It is the reverse of normal movie protocol. You are doing it out of context. You're really letting the director completely lead you. In a live action movie, I know the kind of take the directors want before they know. In this, the animators know what kind of take they want, and then later, after about 30 takes. I discover what they should want."
Q: The song, with Miley Cyrus, for the "Bolt" theme tune is the first original song you've done in about 20 years. Why don't we hear you singing more often?
A; "Because I've had such great success in film I haven't ventured out separately in music in a very long time. I feel like I invite music into my life rather than solicit it. I like peppering my career with very successful music as opposed to going out in a very highly competitive field and missing a lot to get the occasional hit. I have the luxury of doing that because film is my primary career."
Q; But you started out in musical theater. Don't you miss that?
A: "I prefer doing musicals on film, like 'Grease' and 'Hairspray'. I did 16 years on stage and I enjoyed the first eight years, but I don't know how much I enjoyed the second eight because of the long runs. They became problematic after three months because I started to not want to do the same show again, eight shows-a-week. All you want is a long run, and when you get it you realize that's the very thing that makes you not want to do theater again."
Q: You have four more movies coming out in 2009. Is quality or quantity most important to you?
A: "You can't control the quality of projects that are coming to you, so if you get several in a row that are quality you take them. The money has been made. I just need to do good work now. You put as many positive eggs in the basket and hope for the best and that the basket doesn't fall. I was offered several big movies recently that I just couldn't do anything with, so I turned them down. And I was proud of myself."
Q: Which parts do you most regret turning down?
A; "'Chicago' probably (Travolta was offered the role of Billy Flynn). I wasn't all that into the stage show. It was a lot of women who hated men and I like women who like men. (laughs) The stage show was kind of vicious but the movie had a heart. 'Green Mile' I probably should have said yes to and 'An Officer and a Gentleman'. But I gave Richard Gere and Tom Hanks a career! What you turn down can be a gift to someone else. There is enough to go around."
The movie, which debuted in U.S. theaters one week ago, was a leap of faith for Travolta after a film career that started with musicals like "Grease" and "Saturday Night Fever" and went on to embrace surprises like "Pulp Fiction" and stingers like "Battlefield Earth."
Travolta, 54, talked to Reuters about how his career has changed over the years, some of his regrets and how he chooses new projects.
Q: "Bolt" is your first animated feature. How did you find the process?
A: "It was mysterious. It is the reverse of normal movie protocol. You are doing it out of context. You're really letting the director completely lead you. In a live action movie, I know the kind of take the directors want before they know. In this, the animators know what kind of take they want, and then later, after about 30 takes. I discover what they should want."
Q: The song, with Miley Cyrus, for the "Bolt" theme tune is the first original song you've done in about 20 years. Why don't we hear you singing more often?
A; "Because I've had such great success in film I haven't ventured out separately in music in a very long time. I feel like I invite music into my life rather than solicit it. I like peppering my career with very successful music as opposed to going out in a very highly competitive field and missing a lot to get the occasional hit. I have the luxury of doing that because film is my primary career."
Q; But you started out in musical theater. Don't you miss that?
A: "I prefer doing musicals on film, like 'Grease' and 'Hairspray'. I did 16 years on stage and I enjoyed the first eight years, but I don't know how much I enjoyed the second eight because of the long runs. They became problematic after three months because I started to not want to do the same show again, eight shows-a-week. All you want is a long run, and when you get it you realize that's the very thing that makes you not want to do theater again."
Q: You have four more movies coming out in 2009. Is quality or quantity most important to you?
A: "You can't control the quality of projects that are coming to you, so if you get several in a row that are quality you take them. The money has been made. I just need to do good work now. You put as many positive eggs in the basket and hope for the best and that the basket doesn't fall. I was offered several big movies recently that I just couldn't do anything with, so I turned them down. And I was proud of myself."
Q: Which parts do you most regret turning down?
A; "'Chicago' probably (Travolta was offered the role of Billy Flynn). I wasn't all that into the stage show. It was a lot of women who hated men and I like women who like men. (laughs) The stage show was kind of vicious but the movie had a heart. 'Green Mile' I probably should have said yes to and 'An Officer and a Gentleman'. But I gave Richard Gere and Tom Hanks a career! What you turn down can be a gift to someone else. There is enough to go around."
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