Month: July 2014
Shiv Sena MPs should apologise for Maharashtra Sadan incident: Advani
New Delhi, July 23 (ANI): Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Lal Krishna Advani on Wednesday expressed regret off- the-camera, over the incident of Shiv Sena MPs allegedly forcing a Muslim man to break his fast and hoped that the concerned MPs would offer an apology. “What happened isn’t right, even Parliamentary Affairs Minister has spoken against it, believe concerned MPs have apologized,” Advani said. As soon as the Lok Sabha met for the day, several Opposition members raised the issue and termed it as violation of religious beliefs. This led the Lok Sabha Speaker, Sumitra Mahajan to adjourn the house twice.
If Hollywood has Hillary Swank, we have Priyanka: Bhansali
Mumbai, July 23 (IANS) Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali compares Priyanka Chopra with “Million Dollar Baby” star Hilary Swank insisting that only “Barfi” star could pull of the title role in “Mary Kom”, a biopic on Olympic bronze medallist and five-time World Champion M.C. Mary Kom. Sports drama “Million Dollar Baby” was the story of a waitress’ determination to become a boxing champ and Swank played the protagonist in the film, which did so well that it took home four golden statuettes. “‘Mary Kom’ is a very special film and no one other than Priyanka could have pulled off the role,” Bhansali told reporters at the trailer launch of “Mary Kom”.
A Minute With: Jon Voight on his second act, on smaller screen
By Eric Kelsey BEVERLY HILLS Calif. (Reuters) – When Jon Voight joined the growing list of top-flight film actors on television last year as a small-time Boston gangster on drama “Ray Donovan,” he felt the role of the aging family patriarch take him back to his early days as a character actor. The 75-year-old’s return to his acting roots as Mickey Donovan, the cynical father of a Hollywood fixer in the series now in its second season on the premium cable network Showtime, has also given him a chance to join the rare club of actors who have an Oscar, Golden Globe and Emmy awards. He spoke to Reuters about the benefits of television, what makes a good lead actor and how he always wanted to work with Liev Schreiber, a reluctant leading man. Q: Did you have any reservations about doing a television series at this stage in your career?
Salman Khan turns editor with ‘Tamanchey’
All impressed by Nikhil Dwivedi and Richa Chadda starrer ‘Tamanchey‘, Salman Khan gave his final touch to the film by personally editing it. It is surprising to see him taking out three days for a film he is not even associated with, that too in the middle of the promotion of his upcoming film ‘Kick‘.
Well, Salman doesn’t consider it as a big deal. According to him, ‘Tamanchey‘ has a potential in its genre, just some trimming is needed to make it more appealing, which Sallu has performed.
‘Tamanchey‘ is the story of two criminals, who fell in love while leading their notorious life and are presently imprisoned. As per the reports, Nikhil went to Tihar Jail to meet the couple on whom the film is based.
Let’s just wait and watch, how much the film ‘Tamanchey‘ will appeal the audience after Salman’s midas touch!
‘Mary Kom’ to have world premiere at Toronto International Film Festival
Priyanka Chopra is on a roll with her upcoming biopic-flick ‘Mary Kom‘. The actress flaunts her never-seen-before look as a boxing champion and is being loved by the audience. The first look posters and teaser garnered loads of claps and laurels from all and the trailer will be finally out today on YouTube at 2 pm. Here comes an interesting news update about the film.
‘Mary Kom‘ will have its world premiere at the 39th Toronto International Film Festival, as announced by the organisers. The event will take place between September 4 and September 14. One of the statements from the organisers revealed that “Glamorous Indian star Priyanka Chopra completely transforms herself to play Mary Kom, world champion in women’s boxing. From traditional village life in remote Manipur state to high-stakes bouts in India and around the world, this is remarkable story of triumph. The film will have its world premiere at TIFF,”
Produced by Viacom 18 Motion Pictures and directed by Omung Kumar, the film ‘Mary Kom‘ hits the theatres on September 5.
‘Devil’ reveals secret behind his name in ‘Kick’!
Now, all eyes are set on this Friday’s grand release, Salman Khan starrer ‘Kick‘ and the movie is fuelling up the curiosity of the viewers in every possible way. What is most drawing the attention of the audience is Salman Khan‘s character “Devil” in this action-entertainer.
The mystery behind the name “Devil” is out now and it’s quite interesting. As Salman Khan disclosed, “Devil” is a blend of the original name of his character in the film, Devi Lal Singh. Well, “Devil” has already showed promo of his bicycle stunts in the trailer and the picture is waiting to be out on this Friday!
Produced and directed by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film ‘Kick‘ also features Jacqueline Fernandez, Randeep Hooda and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in key roles. The action dhamaka is all set to illumine the silver screens on July 25.
Action-packed ‘Bang Bang!’ Trailer Out Now!
As the title suggests, ‘Bang Bang!‘ is a sure shot adrenaline rush film starring Hrithik Roshan in dare-devil spy avatar performing some deadly stunts, while his lady-love Katrina Kaif is ready to woo you by glam quotient. Finally, the much-awaited trailer of ‘Bang Bang!‘ is out now and is looking promising as a full on action-packed entertainer!
Trailer of action-thriller ‘Bang Bang!‘ speaks volumes about the film, where Hrithik has went out in a Formula one car zipping on the street, then he also seen jetting 30 feet above the water on jet skies and motor boat to chase the goons. While, Kat is seen giving double treat by sizzling the screens with her skimpy outfits and then performing breathe holding stunts on her own. At the backdrop of blazing cars and firing guns, this lead pair is seen making love!
Directed by Siddharth Raj Anand, ‘Bang Bang!‘ is the official remake of Tom Cruise and Cameron Dias starrer ‘Day and Knight’.
‘Rang Rasiya’ to lock horns with ‘Happy New Year’ this Diwali
After overcoming lots of obstacles in its path, finally the film ‘Rang Rasiya‘ will see the day light. This period-drama features Randeep Hooda and Nandana Sen and in inspired from the 19th century famous painter Raja Ravi Verma, as per the report. The film was scheduled to release in 2008, but its trailer confronted multiple censor issues and after six years, the movie is all set to release.
Going by the report, the passionate romantic tale ‘Rang Rasiya‘ will hit the screens this year in Diwali. The rising popularity of Randeep Hooda is expected to assist a lot in the performance of this film at the box office. Randeep was loved by the audience for his rugged looks and performance in ‘Highway‘ and also he will impress the viewers in Salman Khan starrer ‘Kick‘. Nandana Sen disappeared from the limelight for a while post her marriage with the entrepreneur John Makinson. But, the actress will be coming to India for the promotions of ‘Rang Rasiya‘. She is presently residing in New York.
The further news update revealed that ‘Rang Rasiya‘ will lock horns with Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone starrer ‘Happy New Year‘, which will be out during the occasion of Diwali. Well, let’s see which flick basks in the success of festive colours at the box office this Diwali!
Lawmakers employ gimmicks to pay for highway funds
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House has passed a bill to add $10.8 billion to the federal trust funds providing highway and transit funds to prevent them from running dry next month and to buy more time for Congress to draft a new highway bill next year. Critics say the legislation relies on budget gimmicks. The measure’s financing provisions are: