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Accused gets 8-year RI for raping South Korean tourist

Jabalpur: A court in Umariya has sentenced a resort manager to eight years' rigorous imprisonment for raping a South Korean woman tourist on January 14 this year in Bandhavgarh.

Umariya District and Sessions Judge Akhilesh Pandya, while announcing the sentence on Tuesday, also imposed a fine of Rs 2,000 on the accused resort manager Deepak Vishwakarma.

In case Vishwakarma fails to pay the fine, the term of his sentence would be extended by another three months.

The judge also sentenced Vishwakarma to one-year rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 1,000 under sections 7 and 14 of the Foreigners Act.

The court, however, exonerated him of the charge of causing hurt by means of poison with the intention to commit an offence.

The sentences will run concurrently, the court added.

PTI

408 child labourers rescued in Punjab

Chandigarh: Labour department in Punjab has successfully rescued over 408 children engaged as child labour in the state.

The children were rescued during a special drive from 17 to 23 June this year, when the state was observing child labour eradication week.

State labour minister Surjit Kumar Jayani on

During raids, 408 cases of child labour were detected and 337 offenders were issued challans for the offence, he said.

Among these cases, 203 children were found to be working in dangerous occupations. Maximum 99 cases of child labour were found in Ludhiana district, 59 in Sangrur, 47 in Amritsar and 31 in Jalandhar district, Jayani said.

Besides these raids, special seminars were organised for sensitising people so that children belonging to poor families could also enjoy their childhood, the minister said.

PTI

Man sentenced to 10 years' jail for raping minor daughter

Faridkot: A 45-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years' rigorous imprisonment for raping his minor daughter for over two years.

A local court has also imposed a fine of Rs 7,500 on Pappu Singh, resident of Deviwala Road in Kotkapura, after finding him guilty of the charges, saying that the accused was supposed to protect his daughter after the death of his wife.

Although Singh pleaded innocent, the victim's statement and her medical examination reports formed the basis for the court to rule that the accused had physically abused his minor daughter.

Singh started raping his daughter after the death of his wife and the case in the matter was registered on October 31, 2012.

PTI

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani movie review

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is a bright, breezy and brassy film designed for easy consumption. What it certainly is not is ballsy. For all the big ideas about life and the dilemmas of youth that it tosses up in the air over a runtime that’s 20 minutes shy of three hours, it always opts to play safe, vacillating between thoughts of rebellion and acts of conformity.

The characters spout familiar platitudes to each other: live your dream, get a life and move on, stop pitying yourself and learn to love thyself…We have seen and heard it all before.

In the first half of the film, four happy-go-lucky school buddies with superficially defined traits reunite to go on a trekking trip to Manali and beyond.

Bunny (Ranbir Kapoor) is footloose and dreams of exploring the world. Aditi (Kalki Koechlin) is wild and fancy-free. Avi (Aditya Roy Kapur) is a drifter happy to blow up his cash on cricket bets.

Shortcut Romeo Official First Look Trailer

Shortcut Romeo Official First Look Trailer

Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Again Theatrical Trailer

Presenting the trailer of Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Again is an upcoming bollywood crime gangster film and starring Akshay Kumar, Imran Khan, Sonali Bendre and Sonakshi Sinha and directed by Milan Luthria and produced by Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor. It is a sequel to the 2010 hit film Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai.

The film is expected to release on Eid.

Danny in Akshay's Boss, Salman's Mental

A while back there were rumours that Danny Denzongpa would next be seen in the Dharma production film Shuddhi. Though the initial buzz proved to be untrue, we now have confirmed reports that Danny will in fact be seen in Akshay Kumar's upcoming film Boss and Salman Khan's Mental.

Further it is said that the 65-year-old actor will be seen in an action avatar in Boss and in Mental respectively. While in Boss Danny will be seen engaging in some high octane hand to-hand combat, Mental will feature the actor as the main villain.

IANS

Sonam to replace Freida in NH10

A while back, it was announced that Freida Pinto would soon be making her Bollywood debut in the Navdeep Singh film NH10. Though the actress had confirmed her presence in the film, we now here that Freida has opted out of the project.

It is learnt that Freida, who till now had been pretty excited about her Bollywood debut, so much so that she even roped in international financers for the film, has since decided on opting out. The reason she claims behind this sudden change were the apparent delays in the film's schedule.

I am shocked and disappointed: Sachin Tendulkar on fixing

Mumbai: Sachin Tendulkar has finally spoken on the issue of the IPL spot-fixing scandal saying that he has been hurt by the revelations.

“Developments in the last two weeks have been shocking and disappointing.”

“It always hurts me when game of cricket is in news for wrong reasons,” Tendulkar said on the issue of spot-fixing on Friday.

IANS

1.5 lakh students in rural Punjab to get Akash tablets

Amritsar: 1.5 lakh students in rural areas would be provided with Akash tablets from this session at a cost of Rs 110 crore, Punjab government said on Tuesday.

The government is fully committed to strengthen higher education in rural areas of the state and the education sector was a priority for the SAD-BJP government, Chief Parliamentary Secretary (Education) Inderbir Singh Bolaria said here.

The tablets would be distributed with an aim to make rural students aware about the use of technology in present day education, he said.

Under the previous budget, Punjab government had sanctioned 12 per cent of the whole budget to the education sector, he said.

Mercury registers slight drop in Punjab, Haryana

Chandigarh: There was a marginal drop in the maximum temperatures at a few places across Punjab and Haryana Thursday, giving some respite to the people from the heat wave conditions.

The maximum in their common capital and Union territory of Chandigarh dropped by over three degrees from yesterday to settle at 38.3 degrees Celsius, one notch below normal, the MeT office said.

Ambala in Haryana recorded a high of 39.2 degrees, down one notch while Karnal's maximum, too, fell marginally to settle at 39.4 degrees.

Hisar and Bhiwani where temperatures had been hovering close to 45 degrees over the past few days, too, saw temperatures come down to settle at 41.1 and 41.4 degrees, respectively.

However, Narnaul today continued to sizzle at 44 degrees today, up three degrees.

Parliament session in July likely to pass Food Bill

New Delhi: Moves appeared to be afoot to call a special Parliament session in July to pass two key bills, including the National Food Security bill.

A final decision on the issue will be taken after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh returns from his foreign tour tomorrow, sources said.

While the dates for the session are being talked about as July 1-5, the government sources said that no schedule has yet been finalised.

Sources also said Finance Minister P Chidambaram, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kamal Nath and Food Minister K V Thomas are in favour of holding a special session of Parliament considering the Opposition's demand for detailed discussion on the Food Bill.

Kamal Nath is expected to hold consultations with allies and supporting parties on this issue.

PM Manmohan Singh leaves Bangkok, heads home

Bangkok: Prime Minister Manmohan Singh left for India on Friday, concluding his two-day visit to Thailand. He will reach New Delhi on Friday afternoon.

The Prime Minister had embarked on a five-day visit to Japan and Thailand on Monday. He had arrived here from Tokyo Thursday.

In Bangkok, Manmohan Singh met with his Thai counterpart Yingluck Shinawatra. India and Thailand signed seven agreements, including the Extradition Treaty.

During his three-day visit to Japan, the Indian Prime Minister held talks with his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe.

IANS

Aarushi: Will the trial against Talwars continue?

New Delhi/Ghaziabad: A special CBI court hearing the sensational Aarushi-Hemraj double murder case will on Friday decide if there is enough evidence to continue trial against Aarushi’s parents Rajesh and Nupur Talwar.

The court, after the completion of cross-examination of witnesses, will decide on continuing the trial or acquitting the dentist couple from charges of having killed their daughter.

If the court concludes that there is sufficient weight in the prosecution’s case then the trial will continue and proceed to the stage where the defence witnesses will depose. After the cross-examination of witnesses, the court will deliver its final verdict.

Earlier, on May 28, the Supreme Court dismissed Rajesh and Nupur Talwar's plea against CBI for dropping its 14 witnesses in the Aarushi-Hemraj murder case trial.

Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 Official Theatrical Trailer

'Yamla Pagla Deewana 2' comprises of comedy, action & romance. The twisted trios; Dharmendra, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol are back with a bang, except they are funnier, crazier and make tigers look like whimpering cats. The sequel directed by Sangeeth Sivan follows the adventures in UK where they get into fresh troubles and fresher adventures. The rest of the cast includes Neha Sharma, Kristina Akheeva, Anupam Kher, Annu Kapoor, Johnny Lever and Sucheta Khanna.

AMITABH BACHAN AND FAMILY

Seen in the pic Amitabh Bachchan, Amitabh's brother Ajitabh Bachchan, Amitabh's mother Teji Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan & Amitabh's father Harivansh Rai Bachchan!

BSF seizes heroin worth Rs 95 crore at Indo-Pak border

Amritsar: The Border Security Force (BSF) is reported to have seized heroin worth Rs 95 crores at the Indo-Pakistan border near here.

The heroin weighing 19 kilograms was seized in the Khemkaran sector.

Sources said BSF personnel also seized fake currency worth Rs 5 lakh.

It has been reported that the drug peddlers were using a 10-feet-long pipe to throw the heroin from across the border.

IANS

B-Town divas dazzle at IIJW 2013

New Delhi: Bollywood beauties walked the ramp on day 2 of the India International Jewellery Week 2013, which saw some of the most glamorous and exclusive designs by the best jewelry houses of India.

Actress and Miss India 1984 Juhi Chawala, who wore a red lehnga-choli and heavy Polki set, sizzled on the ramp as a showstopper for Kay Jewelers.

"I think they are beautifully done and I love this thing of Polki and gold and Indian motives but then with a little twist," the 45-year-old gushed.

Veteran actress Zeenat Aman was also spotted at the event looking gracious as ever in a beautiful maharani set designed by RK Jewelers.

Riya Sen says fashion inspired by movies

Kolkata: Yearning for more roles from Tollywood directors actor Riya Sen today said "I am a Bengali and not a foreigner."

"Come on, I am a Bengali, not a foreigner. Just that I am doing lot of works in Mumbai doesnot imply I am averse to good scripts here," Riya told reporters on the sidelines of a design institute event here.

"This is a preconceived notion of all Tollygunje film makers. I live in Mumbai and I do travel places for shows and events but I will come back and stay for days if any good project comes my way," she said recollecting how many Bengali directors said they would love to work with her but felt she was hard to get by.

Ria, who was present at the announcement launch of the Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID) the second campus in country after Ahmedabad, said "no idea why a sexy tag has stuck on me."

About her role in Rituparno Ghosh`s Noukadubi, she said "as we met days after `Chokher Bali` he discovered I am much younger than Raima.

Preeti Puri all set to start family next year

Mumbai: On the professional front, television actress Preeti Puri is trying comedy for the first time in ‘Aaj Ki Housewife Hai Sab Jaanti Hai’ -- and in personal life, she is gearing up to experience motherhood.

In her nine-year-old acting journey so far, the actress has been part of TV shows such as ‘Kasautii Zindagi Kay’, ‘Kyunkii... Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ and ‘Kahiin To Hoga’, among others.

Married to Vipin Choudhary, head of operations at Sunshine Productions, Preeti told reporters: "Next year I would plan a baby. I will complete three years of marriage... there is family pressure now. I will complete one year of my show (`Aaj Ki Housewife...`) as well and even they know that next year I would be planning a baby."

Talking about her stint with comedy in Zee TV`s show "Aaj Ki Housewife Hai Sab Jaanti Hai", she said comedy didn`t come easy to her.

Priyanka Chopra’s staff member dies in LA; no financial assistance to bring body back

Los Angeles: One of Priyanka Chopra’s assistant, Jiban Patra, had died almost a week back in Los Angeles, where the actor had been shooting with an entourage recently.

However, the 41-year-old staff member’s body is still lying in a mortuary there and no attempts have been made so far to bring his body back to India.

Patra was found dead in a hotel in Los Angeles on April 7. A case of unnatural death has been registered by the Los Angeles Police Department.

Apparently, the police have given a nod to fly the body to India.

Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Pran

Eight months later, he got the Bombay Talkies film Ziddi, which had Dev Anand and Kamini Kaushal in it.

After Ziddi, he signed Grihasti, Prabhat Films' Apradhi and Putli. Pran did a mix of villainous and positive roles in the late 40s and early 50s, but he got noticed for his role as a villain in films like Ziddi and Badi Behan. He cemented his villain label in the 50s and 60s. Most of these roles were played opposite heroes like Dilip Kumar, Dev Anand and Raj Kapoor.

He worked with Dilip Kumar in Azaad, Madhumati, Devdas, Dil Diya Dard Liya, Ram Aur Shyam and Aadmi, with Dev Anand in Ziddi (1948), Munimji (1955), Amar Deep (1958), Jab Pyar Kisi Se Hota Hai (1961) and with Raj Kapoor in Aah, Chori Chori, Jagte Raho, Chhalia, Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai and Dil Hi Toh Hai.

India, Tajikistan to hold wide ranging talks on terror, trade

Dushanbe: Vice President Hamid Ansari will hold high-level talks with top Tajik leadership on Monday during which the issue of terrorism emanating from Pakistan and Afghanistan and trade ties are likely to top the agenda.

The two countries will also discuss ways to boost trade ties, cooperation in capacity building in areas of information technology enabled services and entrepreneurship development during the wide-ranging talks.

"One area of common interest between two of us and of high priority is the problem of terrorism emanating from the territory between us and them - which means Pakistan and Afghanistan. Tajikistan has enormous interest in the stability of Afghanistan. We have the same kind of interests, same kind of concerns," Ansari said yesterday.

Akalis want LK Advani as PM?

New Delhi: With Narendra Modi’s PM candidature debate heating up in the BJP-led NDA alliance, the SAD on Monday pitched for LK Advani as National Democratic Alliance’s PM candidate for 2014 General Elections.

SAD leader Naresh Gujral said, “Nobody can have any objection to Advani ji. He is a senior and experienced leader of the NDA”.

Gujral’s statement comes a day after JD(U) put the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on notice and gave it time till December to name its prime ministerial candidate.

As JD(U) and SAD are in alliance with the BJP both at the Centre and respective states (Bihar and Punjab), the latest statement by Gujral’s statement assumes great significance as Narendra Modi is widely being seen in his own party and by his supporters as the prime ministerial candidate.

British Airways told to pay Rs 90K for losing luggage

New Delhi: British Airways has been asked to pay Rs 90,000 as compensation to a passenger for losing his luggage in transit from Delhi to Milan.

The South West District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum noted that due to loss of baggage, the man had to purchase at huge cost articles of daily use for the duration of his and his wife's stay in Milan and is entitled to be compensated.

"We find that the bag was lost and complainant remained without the articles of their use which they had to purchase in a foreign country and thus complainant and his wife were compelled to spend a huge amount on the purchase of such articles.

Roshni Chopra wants to host dance reality show next

Mumbai: After hosting ‘Comedy Circus Ka Naya Daur’, ‘Comedy Circus Teen Ka Tadka’ and ‘India`s Got Talent’, now Roshni Chopra is eyeing a dance show.

"Anchoring is my first love. I should be back on `Comedy Circus` soon. Reality programming has grown by leaps and bounds. I would like to anchor a dance show next because I love dance," Roshni told reporters.

However, the winner of reality show ‘Desi Girl’ has no plans to participate in any such programme.

"That (participating) would be too intense. When I participate in a reality show, I get oriented towards winning. It is too early to dedicate myself 100 percent to a competition... may be next year," she said.

Apart from hosting, Roshni has worked in fiction-based dramas ‘Kasamh Se’ and ‘Pyaar Mein Twist’.

She won`t mind doing another one and added: "I have never had that mindset that I have to always play the lead. The role has to interest me. It does not matter if it is the lead or not. It should make a mark."

‘Ek Thi Daayan’ gets U/A certificate

New Delhi: Ekta Kapoor’s supernatural thriller ‘EK Thi Daayan’ – which has been making headlines for its issues with the National Commission for Women - is apparently the first horror movie to get a U/A rating from the Central Board of Film Certification.

While rumours were rife that the multi-starrer would likely be limited to an adult audience, the Censor Board`s decision has established the fact that the thriller-horror genre is popular with youngsters as well.

Directed by Kannan Iyer, ‘Ek Thi Daayan’ – which stars Emraan Hashmi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Kalki Koechlin and Huma Qureshi – narrates the story of a magician whose life falls apart because of his persistent hallucinations. He is put through regression hypnosis to put an end to his troubles but a frightening story of a daayan, who destroyed his family from his childhood, returns to haunt him.

Shah Rukh Khan visits Sanjay Dutt’s home at 1 am!

New Delhi: Shah Rukh Khan – who is known for his dedication towards his work – has proved that his friends and family also matter to him as much.

When news of Sanjay Dutt’s impending arrest became public, almost every actor in B-Town came to meet him. Even Salman Khan - who wasn’t in the country at that time - made it a point to meet Sanju baba on the same morning that he landed in Mumbai.

However, the only actor who wasn’t spotted by the troubled actor’s side was Shah Rukh Khan - who was away shooting in Wai for his upcoming flick ‘Chennai Express’.

According to DNA, as opposed to what most people assumed, SRK has been in touch with Sanjay ever since he heard about the actor’s jail sentence.

Kareena Kapoor to endorse jewellery brand

The brand has become synonymous with style, design, beauty and trust, the actress said at the signing ceremony.

The actress of hits like ‘Jab We Met’ and ‘Bodyguard’ added that Malabar Gold and Diamonds have introduced the `Brides of India` concept "showcasing the traditional and vibrant rituals and colourful jewellery of brides across India."

The actress, married to Saif Ali Khan, is considered an "epitome of beauty and style" by the brand`s head honchos.

Bollywood actors could learn something from IBD kids: David Dhawan

Mumbai: While on a promotional tour for his next film, ‘Chashme Baddoor’, renowned director David Dhawan was absolutely blown away by the talent on the sets of India’s No 1 reality show on Zee TV, India’s Best Dramebaaz! On the sets of the show with lead actors of his upcoming film, Taapsi and Divyendu, the director couldn’t hide his astonishment at the high standard of acting talent in the contestants. After watching both groups of kids perform, David commented that some of our Bollywood stars could learn a thing or two about acting by watching the kids on the show! – ‘Their maturity, poise and confidence is remarkable. Some of the kids delivered their lines with such aplomb that even some seasoned actors will have a tough time matching them!”

No saas-bahu drama in `Anamika`: Simran Kaur

Mumbai: Simran Kaur, who plays the title role in TV show ‘Anamika’, is entering the Saluja family on the show but states that there will be no saas-bahu drama.

"I want to tell you that we are not making a family drama, just for the record. I am entering the family, but that doesn`t mean there will be `sasumaa` and `bahu` drama. It will be all exciting and entertaining," Simran said here Monday on the sets of the show.

Simran plays a witch on the show and will enter the male lead Jeet`s (Mudit Nayar) life by possessing the body of Rano (Annie Gill), who is now married to Jeet.

‘Anamika’ premiered Nov 26 last year on Sony TV. Simran says a lot of people will be able to relate to the track.

"It has happened with a lot of people, many people will be able to relate to it. It has happened in my extended family," she said.

IANS

Aurangzeb Theatrical Trailer

Mumbai: He is just one film old, but has infinite shades of his persona to unfold. One of the most good looking actors Hindi cinema has ever produced, son of producer Boney Kapoor, Arjun is all set to steal the thunder. The ‘Ishaqzaade’ star is back with ‘Aurangzeb’.

Produced by Yash Raj Films, the action thriller stars veteran actors Rishi Kapoor, Jacky Shroff, Amrita Singh. The film also features Malayalam actor Prithviraj, who made a grave appearance in Rani Mukerji’s ‘Aiyyaa’ last year. From what we can gather from the trailer is that the film has some power packed performances.

‘Aurangzeb’ also marks the emergence of Pakistani singer-actress Salma Agha’s daughter Sasha Agha into the world of Indian entertainment circuit.

Set in the backdrop of Gurgaon in the present times, ‘Aurangzeb’ directed by Atul Sabharwal looks promising.

‘Aurangzeb’: Arjun Kapoor at his nastiest best!

Mumbai: He is just one film old, but has infinite shades of his persona to unfold. One of the most good looking actors Hindi cinema has ever produced, son of producer Boney Kapoor, Arjun is all set to steal the thunder. The ‘Ishaqzaade’ star is back with ‘Aurangzeb’.

Produced by Yash Raj Films, the action thriller stars veteran actors Rishi Kapoor, Jacky Shroff, Amrita Singh. The film also features Malayalam actor Prithviraj, who made a grave appearance in Rani Mukerji’s ‘Aiyyaa’ last year.

‘Aurangzeb’ also marks the emergence of Pakistani singer-actress Salma Agha’s daughter Sasha Agha into the world of Indian entertainment circuit.

Set in the backdrop of Gurgaon in the present times, ‘Aurangzeb’ directed by Atul Sabharwal looks promising.

Go Goa Gone - Theatrical Trailer (Exclusive)

Here comes India's first ZomCom. Illuminati Films & Eros International present "Go Goa Gone". Catch the exclusive theatrical trailer of the most awaited film Go Goa Gone featuring Saif Ali Khan, Kunal Khemu, Vir Das & Puja Gupta

Produced by: Saif Ali Khan, Dinesh Vijan & Sunil Lulla
Directed by: Raj Nidimoru & Krishna DK
Written by: Raj Nidimoru, Krishna DK, Sita Menon
Music:by Sachin-Jigar

Let's Kill Dead People on 10th May 2013

Ghanchakkar Official Trailer | Emraan Hashmi | Vidya Balan

Ghanchakkar starring Vidya Balan and Emraan Hashmi is a crazy, quirky roller-coaster suspense ride that will surprise, shock and entertain you at every turn! Remember Not To Forget to watch it in cinemas from 28th June 2013 onwards

Karan Johar's Gippi - Official Trailer

It's time to relive those precious teenage moments! The moments of friendship, the crazy crushes, the best friends and the arch rivals, the embarrassing moments, the effort to adjust to one's changing body! Watch Gippi's journey as she deals with it all.

Here's bringing to you the trailer of the coming-of-age story of 'Gippi', a Karan Johar movie directed by Sonam Nair.

Directed By: Sonam Nair
Produced By: Hiroo Yash Johar & Karan Johar
Starring: Riya Vij, Divya Dutta, Doorva Tripathi, Arbaz Kadwani, Jayati Modi & Taaha Shah

Music By: Vishal & Shekhar

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR DEVGAN

Real name: Vishal Veeru Devgan

Age: 43 years

Birthday: 2nd April, 1969

Zodiac: Aries

Marital status: Married to actress Kajol, with a daughter, Nysa, and a son, Yug.

Awards: 2 National Film Awards for Best Actor; Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut, Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role, 2 Filmfare Critics Awards for Best Performance

Trivia: In August 2009, Ajay Devgan changed his last name to Devgn on the request of his family.

He was probably the first Bollywood personality to acquire an aircraft for transport to shooting locations, promotions and personal trips.

Ajay Devgan Biography

With his intense eyes and his famed reticence, Ajay Devgan stands out in the hustle-bustle of tinsel town. He is an award winning actor who has also directed and produced several films.

Ajay Devgan was born in a Punjabi family to Veeru Devgan, a stunt director, and Veena Devgan, who is known to have produced a film. Anil Devgan, his brother, is a Hindi film director. On February 23, 1999, he married Hindi film actress Kajol.

YAMLA PAGLA DEEWANA 2

Yamla Pagla Deewana 2' comprises of comedy, action & romance. The twisted trios; Dharmendra, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol are back with a bang, except they are funnier, crazier and make tigers look like whimpering cats. The sequel directed by Sangeeth Sivan follows the adventures in UK where they get into fresh troubles and fresher adventures. The rest of the cast includes Neha Sharma, Kristina Akheeva, Anupam Kher, Annu Kapoor, Johnny Lever and Sucheta Khanna.

Salman Khan heaps praises on Deol trio

Mumbai: The Deol trio- Dharmendra, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, who launched the first trailer of their latest ‘Yamla Pagla Deewana 2’ have garnered rave reviews from their fans. But here’s one fan, who is the perhaps the biggest fan of the Deols – Salman Khan.

The ‘King of Box Office’, Salman took to Twitter this morning to express his take on YPD 2 trailer. He tweeted, “Jst saw the promo of Y P D 2 . Hahahaaaa outstanding matlab ke outstandingggg, So happy for the deol`s. Dharamji,sunny n bobby R FANTASTIC (sic).”

The ‘Dabangg’ superstar is known to be very fond of the Deol family and has just testified the fact by heaping praises on them.

We are sure Dharam Pa will be very happy to find a cheerleader in Salman Khan.

MMS row: Completely appalling and disgraceful, says Mona Singh

Mumbai: Mona Singh, who rose to popularity after her impressive debut in TV serial ‘Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin’, is mighty peeved with a “morphed” MMS of hers.

Mona, who has never had a whiff of a scandal in her entire career, says, “At this point of time all I can say is that this is a morphed video."

The actress has lodged a complaint with the cyber crime branch of Mumbai Police after the video clip in question went viral on March 28. Mona was shooting for ‘Kya Hua Tera Vada’, when she was informed about the MMS. She left the studios immediately and headed to file the complaint.

"I've taken the relevant action and investigation is on," she says.

Mona Singh said in a statement: "It is just completely appalling and disgraceful that someone on the web can go to the extent of morphing my face onto someone else's body to create a sensational video! We have filed a severe complaint at the Cyber Crime Cell and are hoping to find the culprit. People need to realise that before being actors we're respectable women and have family and friends who we're answerable to and who get affected by negativity that is thrown in our direction."

Rangrezz: Movie Review

This is a film that guarantees family time entertainment for the Indian audience. Based on friendship and traditional family values, the film tries toplease the average Indian film-goer with these aspects in the story and succeedsin it to a measurable effect. The script of the film is written well keeping the
Indian audience in mind and Priyadarshan does justice to it with his usual
style: a combination of comedy and emotions.The dramatic curve of the friendship, trust and betrayal accounts for moderate entertainment and it is told on screen with craft & a nice cinematography from Santosh Sivan. The challenge that comes along with the treatment of such themes is that one has to be quite rational about its scope. The problem this time is the ambition of the film, which is a little higher and tries to contextualize it in modern times with a message which strongly interferes with the film in the end. If only the makers wouldn’t have set out to send the message through the film with a dramatic turn in the end it would have turned out to be a better one.Rajpal Yadav’s performance is nice and much of the comedy comes through within the name. The music is not excellent but does justice to the narration and the subject. The songs are picturized nicely and are enjoyable keeping in sync with traditional entertainment. Jackyy Bhagnani gives an acceptable performance but the other actors steal the show with their performance. This tale intricately-woven around the family reminds us of the kind of the films Priyardarshan makes in the South, and a familiarity with the same accounts for the entertainment in the film.
Verdict: A moderately entertaining masala film skillfully based on traditional Indian values.

Shadab Hasnain

Aatma: Movie Review

The film starts off with a promise and a distinct flavor but becomesredundant after a period of time. Aatma is a predictable horror film with an
effort to interlace the story with an emotional bond between a mother and adaughter. The premise of the film is predictable yet effective which skilfully sets the tone of the film.
Starting with a video footage, depicting the eccentric love a father has for a
daughter, the narration is simple and in the flavor of the usual horror films
which is quite acceptable to the audience provided it works well. The effort to
express a tale which has its roots in the emotional relationship of a family is
quite visible and could have been utilized with much better craft and scope. But
over the course of time, the film loses its potential and grows into becoming
another horror tale of a regular kind. Classical approach stands for the wisdom
that whenever a story is told through the lens of human relationships,
irrespective of the genre it is told in, it has to be based properly on the
organic evolution of the story and the major aspects of the film needs to be
explained properly. This is a major flaw, where a lot of plot points are left
unexplained which seriously interferes with the gradual narration.

Sona Spa: Movie Review

“Hum neend ka business karte hai, Hum neend ka business karte hai” you are treated to this brilliant background score as soon as you enter the theater. After watching a trailer that was nothing short of being eerie and lewd, you find yourself fervently hoping Sona Spa doesn’t turn out to be such a disaster. However, your worst fears come true minutes into the film which is nothing close to the psychological-thriller it marketed itself to be.

At Sona Spa, a client is allotted a sleep worker who sleeps for them, so while you continue with your routine, your sleep worker sleeps for you and you feel rejuvenated? Sounds very idyllic right for all those who think sleeping is a waste of one’s precious time… Not really, there’s a catch – apart from sleeping for you, the sleep-worker can also see your dreams!

Priyanka`s `Babli Badmaash` gets U/A rating: Balaji Motion Pic

Mumbai:Censor board has changed `A` certification it assigned earlier to actress Priyanka Chopra`s maiden item song `Babli Badmaash` to `U/A`.

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) had reportedly given the song `A` certificate after receiving complaint from Delhi-based women activists against "commodification" of female body in such performances but they decided to change it to U/A following a review.

"On Monday, CBFC put `Babli Badmaash` through the Revising Committee, which cleared the track with a `U/A` certificate", said a statement issued by Balaji Motion Pictures here today.

Balaji Motion Pictures CEO Tanuj Garg said in the statement that, "After submitting `Babli Badmaash` for certification, we were informed that it would get an `A` because it was an item track. We informed the CBFC that the industry was not aware of such a rule and that this would warrant a larger discussion between both parties."

He said the CBFC was informed that there was no such blanket directive and that songs are certified according to their content.

The dance number `Babli Badmaash` was initially granted an `A` certificate on the ground that it was an `item song`.

Imtiaz Ali teams up with A.R Rahman again for `Highway`

Mumbai: After `Rockstar`, director Imtiaz Ali and music maestro A R Rahman are coming together again for Ali`s next film `Highway`.

To be presented by Sajid Nadiadwala, the romantic drama is being shot in real locations across different parts of north India and stars Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda in the lead.

"There`s a story in your heart for years, a world you can`t wait to get into - that`s Highway. The grace flowed in as soon as I decided to go on this journey- Rahman sir agreed to join. I feel this movie needs him more than ever before. Then we got the ideal cast - Alia and Randeep, and the ideal crew," Ali said in a statement.

Rahman, on his part, is happy to be back with the `Rockstar` team.

Siddharth Vasudev turns villain for `Madhubala – Ek Ishq Ek Junoon`

Mumbai: Actor Siddharth Vasudev has made an entry in a negative role in the ongoing daily soap ‘Madhubala - Ek Ishq Ek Junoon’ and hopes to attract the audience`s hate.

"It`s a negative character and such characters get less love, but as an actor I would try my best to perform, so that you hate me but not personally," Siddharth said here Wednesday on the sets of the show.

He plays Bhujang Shastri in the show.

Talking about his character, Siddharth said: "The intention of this character (Bhujang) is that he wants to be the top gangster, above Sultan (the main antagonist on the show). Somewhere he is unable to digest that Sultan has become the boss."

Avinesh Rekhi portrays Sultan in the show, another recent entry.

‘Madhubala...’ revolves around Drashti Dhami`s character Madhubala and film star Rishabh Kundra, played by Vivian Dsena.

Siddharth was previously seen in the soap ‘Amrit Manthan’.

IANS

Hiten Tejwani to host new season of `Savdhaan India`

New Delhi: TV star Hiten Tejwani, who has been a part of several hit daily soaps like `Kutumb`, `Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi`, is all set to host crime based show `Savdhaan India`.

`Savdhaan India` is a popular docu-drama which focuses on real-life crime stories from India. It has launched its new season titled `100 days 100 fightbacks`, which will showcase 100 inspiring cases of 100 real people.

The 37-year-old actor will anchor the new season of the show alongwith with Mohnish Behl and Sushant Singh.

Tejwani, who currently plays the role of Manav in `Pavitra Rishta`, has already begun shooting for `Savdhaan India` and is quite thrilled about hosting the show.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MR AAMIR KHAN

Aamir khan was born on March 14 1965 in Holy Family Hospital in Bandra, Mumbai in India in a conservative Muslim family which has been part of Hindi Film Industry for a long time. Aamir first came on screen as a child artist in his Uncle Nasir Hussain's production Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973), it was not a real part just a blink and miss appearance in the title song of the film. He again appeared as a child artist in the film Madhoshi (1974). Much later he appeared in the art film Holi (1984)along with his friend and later his director Ashutosh Gowariker, the film also starred Naseeruddin Shah. Subsequently he went on to become the state tennis champion of Maharashtra. Sometime before his debut film Aamir fell in love with a girl in his neighborhood Reena. Since she belonged to a Hindu family and he from devout Muslim family, they faced opposition and therefore they married secretly, later they revealed it to the world after his debut movie as lead Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak(QSQT) as a leading man was released in 1988, the film was a run away success and he achieved instant stardom (the film is now considered a classic of Hindi Cinema)and not only that the film was successful in turning the tide away from action centric violent films to family oriented romantic musical dramas in Hindi Cinema, the luminous example of which are MPK (1989), HAHK (1994) and DDLJ (1995). In his second film Raakh (a small, art film) he did a complete opposite role from the lover boy of his first film, his breakthrough performance in this film bagged him the National Film Award of Special Jury. Afterwards he signed a few not so good films which failed at the box office. In the year 1990 he delivered the biggest grosser of the year in the form of Dil and since then he has not looked back giving several commercial and critical hits, his superlative performances include films like Dil (1990), Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991), Daulat Ki Jung (1992), Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander( 1992), Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke( 1993), Parampara (1993), Andaz Apna Apna (1994), Baazi( 1995), Rangeela (1995), Akele Hum Akele Tum (1995), Raja Hindustani (1996), Ishq (1997), Earth(1998), Ghulam (1998), Sarfarosh (1999), Dil Chahta Hai( 2001), Lagaan (2001), Mangal Panday (2005), Fanaa( 2006) and Rang De Basanti (2006).

Man injured in J&K stone-pelting incident dies

SRINAGAR: A man injured in a stone-pelting incident in Anantnag district of Kashmir succumbed to injuries, taking the death toll to five in the clashes that erupted in the Valley following hanging of Parliament attack convict Mohammad Afzal Guru.

Reyaz Ahmad Khanday succumbed to injuries at SKIMS Hospital here late on Monday night after battling for life for three days, a police spokesman said.

He said Khanday was hit by a stone on the head on March 8 at Mattan when a mob attacked him while he was driving a load carrier.

India summons Italian ambassador after naval guards fail to return

NEW DELHI: The Italian ambassador to India is being summoned by the external affairs ministry in connection with case involving two naval guards from Italy.

Earlier on Tuesday, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh termed as "unacceptable" Italy's refusal to send its two naval guards back to India where they were facing trial for killing two fishermen and said the issue will be taken up with that country.

Singh conveyed this to delegations of Kerala MPs from Left and Congress, who met him separately to express anguish and demand his intervention in the "serious" matter.

The Prime Minister said it was "unacceptable", according to CPM MPs K N Balagopal and M B Rajesh.

Sridevi to endorse Fiona Water Purifier

Sridevi who made her stunning comeback with the recently released film English Vinglish has been the talk of the town. Winning awards ever since her film's release, Sridevi has been flooded with scripts. However, a bit away from the world of films, we hear that Sridevi has been roped in as the brand ambassador for Fiona water purifiers.

In fact, Sridevi has been appointed as the brand ambassador of digital ROTM technology water purifier TulipsRed launched by Fiona Consumer Products Private Limited. The product was launched at an event held at the Hyatt Regency on March 8, by the actress in the presence of Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises K H Muniyappa.

Apparently, the reason behind the brand signing the actress is her popularity amongst all age groups irrespective of boundaries and languages, while being the quintessential Indian woman who knows how to balance her home and career.

Sequel to 'No Smoking' on John Abraham's mind

In 2007 when Anurag Kashyap’s neo noir ‘No Smoking’ hit the theatres, the film was panned for being “way ahead of its time”. The psychological thriller had elements of surrealism and a dark and unusual storyline which had then left viewers and critics baffled. The film starred John Abraham as the protagonist. However, if reports are to be believed, we might soon be able to see a sequel to ‘No Smoking’.

Director Anurag Kashyap is all eager to take the story forward from where ‘No Smoking’ had ended. From what he had tweeted some time back, Kashyap wants to utilize the sequel to tie the loose ends that the first film had left open. “I really want to do a sequel to ‘No Smoking’, and with John Abraham and he does too…” tweeted Kashyap.

When contacted, John Abraham too expressed his desire to be a part of the sequel to ‘No Smoking’. Says the actor, “I would like to do ‘No Smoking 2’, but Anurag is busy with ‘Bombay Velvet’ at the moment. There is nothing concrete as of now but we would love to take the story forward.”

Now that both the actor and the director are hugely interested in ‘No Smoking 2’, seems like it’s just a matter of time before another concept film comes to cinema lovers!
IANS

Shilpa Shinde quits `Chidiya Ghar`

Shilpa Shinde has quit comedy show ‘Chidiya Ghar’ because she doesn`t want to be typecast.Initially, she had signed a six-month contract with the makers, which got extended to a year."Now they want me to extend my contract, but the role has lost its newness. I will now appear on another channel in a new role," said the actress in a statement.Shilpa is seen as Koyal in the show, which runs around a patriarchal family."I would like to do a variety of roles. I don`t want to get typecast. I want to quit the serial when it is still popular, so people remember me as the heroine of a hit serial and not of a boring one," she said.Earlier, Shilpa acted in shows like ‘Maayka’ and ‘Kabhi Aaye Na Judai’.

IANS

Sudha Chandran to feature in `Ek Thi Naayika`

Popular TV actress and dancer Sudha Chandran will be teaming up with Ekta Kapoor yet again for her upcoming promotional tele-series `Ek Thi Naayka`.

Chandran has worked with Ekta in TV serials like `K Street Pali Hill`, `Kaahin Kissii Roz`and `Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi`. Now she would be working with her in Ekta`s tele series `Ek Thi Naayka`. The eight episode tele-series is a promotional strategy from the makers of `Ek Thi Daayan`, which is co-produced by Ekta herself.

"Sudha Chandran will be doing the tele series. She will be seen in one of the episodes in a supporting role," a source said.

The tele-series will feature top TV actresses like Smriti Irani, Sakshi Tanwar, Shweta Tiwari, Aamna Sharif, Mauli Ganguly, Kritika Kamra and Pooja Gor. The tele-series will start from March 9 on Life Ok channel.

PTI

Hrithik Roshan to star in Karan Johar’s ‘Shuddhi’

Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan has reportedly signed Karan Johar’s ‘Shuddhi’ on Sunday, which will be directed by his ‘Agneepath’ director Karan Malhotra. According to a tabloid, the actress and villain of the movie, which is said to have three main characters, are yet to be decided.Talking to the tabloid, a source close to Karan said: “Karan and Hrithk had a long meeting last week. Hrithik went through the script at length and then signed on the dotted line. Contrary to rumours, the film is not based on Amish Tripathi’s novel ‘The Immortals of Meluha’.”Malhotra told the tabloid: “Yes, my next film, Shuddhi, will star Hrithik. It’s a very complex role. Apart from the hero, the film has a strong villainous character.”Malhotra also revealed that he plans to start the shooting in November this year.“We will be shooting most portions in Mumbai and Uttarakhand. We are aiming for a Diwali 2014 release,” he added.Well, we hope that the ‘Agneepath’ team recreates the magic this time too!

The Attacks of 26/11 Movie Review: Brutality at the worst

This day still gives our souls a shiver as we recall the gruesome, compassionless, callous killings in Mumbai, carried out by a few ruthless Pakistani beasts. The deadly attack left an indelible scar on each and every Indian. Five years gone, yet those deadly, nightmarish, blood-curdling, horrific scenes of the ill-fated night remains fresh in our minds.

It's certainly not a child's play for any filmmaker to portray such a mayhem and barbaric act onscreen. Especially, someone like Ram Gopal Varma, who has repeatedly tortured the audience with films like Department, Aag and Bhoot Returns. But this time, the maverick is back with a big bang with his latest release The Attacks Of 26/11. Varma re-tells the bloodbath, torrential shower of bullets and bombs that rained down on Mumbai on Nov 26, 2008, through his latest flick. The Attacks of 26/11 features Nana Patekar, debutant Sanjeev Jaiswal and Atul Kulkarni in the leads. The first hour of the film graphically recreates the violence that Ajmal Kasab and his gang unleashed in various strategic centres of Mumbai, where maximum impact was ensured for their mayhem. Right from the very beginning, where Kasab and his team hijack an Indian trawler, then entering Mumbai and finally carrying out their brutal operation by slaughtering the innocents at Leopold Cafe, CST station and Taj Hotel. There is extensive show of barbarous game-plan of mayhem, massive destruction, merciless killings, agony and violence of the concerned night in the film. The second half of the movie takes the show forward as in how Kasab gets captured and how he finally spills the beans behind the attack, during an interrogation. He reveals his intention to butcher as many innocents as possible, showing no mercy on women or children. They were on a mission for widespread terror, panic and agitation all over Mumbai. Varma doesn't spare us the details of the demoniacal attack, when the violent deviants killed men women children in luxury hotels and public places.

Madhuri Dixit wants to show her funny side on screen

After winning hearts of millions of fans with her emotion-filled acting and dancing skills, Madhuri Dixit now wants to show her funny side on screen.

The popular Bollywood actor, who currently has two films in her kitty, says she is open to doing all kinds of roles and does not want to restrict herself to certain characters.

Considering that Madhuri has heavy duty roles in her upcoming movies 'Gulab Gang' and 'Dedh Ishqiya', she now wants to try something light - a comedy, fun film.

"I am open to anything (in films). I would love to do something that is fun... I would love to do comedy. I would like to do a lot of things. It depends on what I am offered, it depends what I like and what excites me," Madhuri told in an exclusive interview.

"It is not that I have restricted myself (to certain roles and films). Right now I am busy with two films. I have 'Jhalak Dikhla Jaa' (a dance reality show on TV) coming up and have this online dance academy," the 'Dhak Dhak' girl said about her projects and life in the film industry.

16 Indian fishermen arrested in Sri Lanka

COLOMBO: Sri Lankan Navy today arrested 16 Indian fishermen and seized their three trawlers for allegedly violating the country's international maritime boundary.

The Navy spokesman said that they were arrested off the coast of Kalpitiya for violating Sri Lanka's international maritime boundary.

They would be handed over to the Kalpitiya police for further action.

Tension prevails between the fishermen of the two countries who regularly cross into each other's territorial waters.

Fishermen in Sri Lanka's north last month staged a protest march to ask authorities to prevent Indian fishermen from poaching in Sri Lankan waters.

I, Me Aur Main is flaky but one-time watch

I, ME AUR MAIN has several worthy of note sequences. Instances: John's I-me-myself attitude comes across very well at the start itself, besides his relationship with Chitrangda, which goes from bad to worse with the passage of time. In addition, the segments featuring John and Mini Mathur echo a certain reality. You can't help but laud the freshness Kapil brings on the table in those sequences. I'd like to make a special note of the finale, when John wants to be by her side, but Chitrangda's words of wisdom sound so valid.

Nonetheless, there're tracks that fizzle faster than expected. John's relationship with Raima, his boss, gets repetitive after a point. Also, John's quest to introduce a new singer [Sheena Shahabadi] -- the entire journey from scratch to star -- is humdrum. Even the sequences with Prachi are inconsistent. As and when Kapil decides to take the unconventional route with her character [Prachi fleetingly talking about her previous relationships… also the sequence when John decides to get close to her, after she has had a couple of drinks], those moments compliment the spirit of the enterprise. Conversely, there're portions that seem far from satisfying or enjoyable.

Nautanki Saala Official Theatrical Trailer _ Ayushmann Khurrana, Kunaal Roy Kapur

Nautanki Saala is a fun comic film starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Kunaal Roy Kapur, Pooja Salvi, Evelyn Sharma, Gaelyn Mendonca. Ram Parmar (Ayushmann Khuranna) one night meets Mandar Lele (Kunaal Roy Kapur) who is troubled and lonely. It is the story of their bonding and friendship

The buddy comedy will give the audience comedy, laughter, romance and a new comic jodi of 2013, Ayushmann Khurrana and Kunaal Roy Kapur, in Nautanki Saala releasing on 12th April 2013.

Enjoy and stay connected with us!!

Ranbir Kapoor and Madhuri in Yeh Jawaani Hai Dewaani

“Barfi” star Ranbir Kapoor who is shooting for his next rom- com “Yeh Jawaani Hai Dewaani” will match dance steps in the film with Indian dancing dive Madhuri Dixit.

It is heard that Madhuri will dance in a song of “Yeh Jawaani Hai Dewaani” with lead star of the film. Ranbir Kapoor and his ex- beau Deepika Padukone are acting as leading couple. This romantic saga is being directed by Ayan Mukhergee.

Ranbir Kapoor says that he also heard about the news that Madhuri ji will dance in the film but there is no confirmation but he is excited to work with her. Ranbir says that he is a big fan of her and he cried over when she got married.

The 32 years star is also a skilful dancer and has done a great job in his famous dance numbers like “Bachna Ae Haseeno” and “Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani”. In Ayan Mukhergee’s next film he is paired up with Deepika. Ranbir is much happy with her hard work and effort. Kapoor says that she is doing a good job.

The actor is in news with his relationship with Katrina Kaif. They have spotted together many times but keep denying the rumors.

RGV gets legal notice from Kuber's owner

Ram Gopal Varma's latest film The Attacks of 26/11 which is geared up for release today, has ventured into troubled waters. The owner of the boat 'Kuber' that was used in the heinous crime has served a legal notice to Ram Gopal Varma, the director of the film. Hiralal Masani sent the legal notice to him saying that the registration of Kuber was made at Porbandar port and that the director of the film used the name and registration number without permission.

The Attacks of 26/11 is based on the Mumbai terror attacks of November 2008 and it shows 10 terrorists hijacking Kuber in the high seas to reach Mumbai. The owner of the boat said, that it was only yesterday when he found out that the film had made use of the name 'Kuber' and its registration number. In the notice, he declares that showing the Kuber boat in the film will tarnish the owner's reputation, and as a result the film should not be released.

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