Salman Khan to don villain's cap in Dhoom 4

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan may have a big surprise up his sleeve as he may be donning the bad boy's cap for the fourth franchise of the blockbuster 'Dhoom' series.

After breaking all records at the box-office, Aamir Khan's 'Dhoom 3' was definitely one of the highlights of 2013. Now the latest news doing the rounds is that Aamir's buddy Salman may be roped in to play the part of a villain in the fourth franchise.

The antagonist in the Dhoom series has always garnered more attention than any other character. After playing a villain for the first time on screen, Aamir must have definitely inspired Sallu bhai to give it a shot too.

Before Aamir, Hrithik Roshan and John Abraham had played the antagonists in the second and first Dhoom movies respectively.

New trailer and poster out for 24: Live Another Day

Fans can rejoice as Fox has released a new poster and trailer online for 24: Live Another Day.

Jack Bauer is seen tackling terrorists and safeguarding innocent souls in London, where there is a terrorist treat going on.

Take a look at the new trailer:

And here is the poster:

Salman bends rules for Kamaal Amrohi's grandson

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan will take time off for city tours with "O Teri" cast that includes Pulkit Samrat and debutant Bilal Amrohi, grandson of legendary filmmaker Kamaal Amrohi.

"O Teri" is made by Salman's brother-in-law Atul Agnihotri and in this endeavour to support the newcomers, Salman would be shuffling around with his shooting schedules for Sajid Nadiadwala's "Kick" and various other commitments.

Salman is currently shooting for "Kick" in Delhi and Bilal said: "Salman bhai is in Delhi right now. He has asked Pulkit and I to join him there, so he can promote the film with us. Bhai would be accompanying us on various city tours."

Bilal admits Salman has never gone so out of his way for any film before. "But then he is more than family to us. The Amrohis are very close to Salman bhai and his family."

Salman's father writer Salim Khan was very close to Kamal Amrohi and Bilal's father Tajdar Amrohi.

Bilal confesses he is closer to Salman's brother-in-law than to Salman.

"I call Alvira Khan (Salman's sister and Atul Agnihotri's wife) 'Baby Maa'. I feel I have three mothers. My biological mother, then my uncle Shaandar's wife who has brought me up likes her own child and Baby Maa. I am blessed, I guess," he said.

It was to get away from all this triple-layered mothering that Bilal took a six-month acting course in Los Angeles.

"I deliberately chose a city where I had no family and friends, to learn acting. I was on my own in LA for six months. That helped me to grow up," said Bilal who admits "O Teri" first went to his co-star Pulkit, who is Salman's raakhi-sister's fiance.

Bilal can't wait to see how audiences react to the film.

"Pulkit and I play two squabbling Tom and Jerry type YV journalists. We start off as bumbling fools and end up as reluctant heroes. I couldn't have asked for a better launch and I couldn't have hoped for better producers to launch me. Salman and his family are like a second family to me," he said.

Manish Paul quits Sunil Grover's Mad In India

We all thought the show will be an instant hit considering Guthi was being missed on Comedy Nights With Kapil. But surprisingly, TRPs for Sunil Grover's Mad In India didn't quite pick up.

Sunil Grover who is known for his comic timings and impromptu dance moves was loved by the viwers but he  failed to create a stir with the new show. Also the host, Manish Paul failed to garner enough attention from his fans.

And the result already is, that the host Manish Paul has quit Mad In India. According to a source in a leading daily, "Manish wasn't happy with the way the scripts were working out and that's why he has planned to move out.

But if the buzz is to be believed, producers wanted more airtime with Chutki aka Sunil Grover alone since the hour long show had Manish Paul in the first half and Sunil on the second. And after recieving mixed reviews to the show, the makers added more of Chutki to improve ratings.

While Manish claims he has film projects in his kitty, the crew says he was anyways being replaced.

Humshakals first look out

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is all to tickle a funny bone of his fans with upcoming comedy Humshakals. The movie being directed by Sajid Khan will bring three different avatars of Saif, Riteish Deshmukh and Ram Kapoor.

It introduces the three male leads - Saif , Riteish and Ram, who will be playing triple roles in the film, hence it promises 'nine times the fun'.

The Fox Star Studios and Pooja Entertainment's film will be produced by Vashu Bhagnani. The film also boasts of three Bollywood hotties - Bipasha Basu, Esha Gupta and Tamannaah Bhatia - opposite the men.

This will be yet another comedy film from Saif following the success of his home production Go Goa Gone and Bullett Raja.

'Humshakals' has been shot extensively abroad and is slated to hit screens by June 20.

Saif Ali Khan to reunite with Dil Chahta Hai team after 13 years

Saif Ali Khan first teamed up with Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar for the 2001 hit 'Dil Chahta Hai'. And now according to the buzz the Nawab of Pataudi is set to reunite with the dream team for his next film.

If and when the project sees light of day, it'll will mark the team's first such project together in 13 years, post the success of Dil Chahta Hai that is.

While the 2001 film also starred actors Aamir Khan and Akshay Kumar, the upcoming film is reported to be a solo project where Saif is to portray a role similar to the ones he did in Love Aaj Kal and Cocktail, that of a loverboy.

These films were a hit, and so was Dil Chahta Hai. The question remains, will the team be able to re-create the same magic on-screen after so many years? We sure are counting on this one!

Why would Sonakshi campaign for party, asks Shatrughan

BJP candidate and sitting MP from Bihar's Patna Sahib Shatrughan Sinha says neither does his political campaign require star power, and nor does his actress daughter Sonakshi, who is apolitical, need to campaign for any party.

The veteran actor, often referred to as 'Bihari Babu', recently filed his nomination papers for the Lok Sabha polls. But some people waved black flags against him.

Excerpts from an interview where Shatrughan reacted to the protest, and his political plans:

Q. You were greeted by protestors in your constituency on Patna. How come?
A. These so-called protestors looked to me like hired junior artistes from a Bollywood political drama. They looked suspiciously sponsored by some vested interests. And they seem to have a one-point agenda: To get some space in the media by latching on to my name. Having said that, I must admit that black flag protestors are a sure sign of political clout.

Wasn't Arvind Kejriwal greeted with black flags by protestors? I think if black flag protests don't happen, then the politician is not happening (laughs). On a more serious note, if these so-called protestors have a problem with my candidature, they should talk directly to the party high command. The (BJP) parliamentary board has cleared my candidature. Should I listen to my party or to these handful of protestors?

Q. If I am not mistaken, there were protests against your candidature during the last elections as well?
A. Yes, some people from the All India Naukar-Dai Sangh had protested. I was later told that protest too was sponsored. These protestors are too late in their attempts to oppose me. I've already been declared a candidate by the parliamentary board and none other than (BJP president) Rajnath Singh has proposed my name for the Patna seat. Let the majority decide whether I am worthy of being re-elected.

The poll predictions are that I'd win by an even larger majority than the last time by the support and blessings of the people. I forgive the protestors because all said and done, they are misguided elements from my own extended family.

Q. There were also some questions raised within your party about your daughter Sonakshi Sinha not campaigning for the party?
A. She isn't here campaigning for her own father, then why would she campaign for others? She is busy with her career. And she is apolitical. Let her be. Let me reiterate I don't need any star power in my campaign.

Q. Apparently there was a lot of dispute within the BJP about your candidature?
A. Though Patna was my first and final choice as a constituency, I was told to fight elections from the Delhi constituency because they felt I could influence the voting pattern of all the seats in Delhi. But I said no. Only Patna for me. Once a Bihari Babu, always a Biharu Babu.

Q. Strangely, Bhojpuri actor Kunal Singh has been pitched as the Congress candidate against you in the Patna constituency?
A. Kunal says I'm like his elder brother. He has tremendous respect and regard for me, and I've tremendous affection for him. He must have been coaxed into standing against me by his party high command. During the last elections, they had pitched poor Shekhar Suman against me.

Q. There is talk of dissent between you and your party - the BJP?
A. One thing is for sure. The party has become like an action-oriented drama. The action hero has taken over.

Q. Are you talking about Narendra Modi?
A. My tongue is firmly in my cheek. The leadership seems preoccupied with many things at the moment. Who is the leader is for you to decide. The party is fully charged, poised for the leap. As far as my own dissatisfaction goes, I'd rather look at the glass as half-filled than half-empty.

Q. How is your relations with Narendra Modi?
A. Very good! He is a tried-and-tested leader. He has done so well in Gujarat. We share a great professional rapport, though we may not be that close on a personal level. It's become fashionable to declare oneself a close friend of Narendra Modiji or Rahul Gandhi. But sorry, I am neither Modiji's right or left hand. I am who I am without attaching myself to anyone.

But that doesn't mean I'd question his place in the party when it (Modi's place in the BJP) has been verified by the parliamentary board and no less than Rajnath Singh.

Q. Are you supporting Narendra Modiji's candidature for prime ministership?
A. This isn't the right time to answer this. However, I must say that L.K. Advani is a friend, philosopher, guide and guru to me. He is a godfather to the entire party. I am sure the action hero, Narendra Modi has Advani's blessings.

Deepika to romance Irrfan in Shoojit Sircar's Piku

We had told you earlier that Deepika Padukone is working with megastar Amitabh Bachchan and Irrfan in Shoojit Sircar's Piku. The film is apparently a character-driven father-daughter story. Reprising the roles would be Big B and Deepika respectively.

Until now there was very little divulged about her male lead. As per the buzz, Irrfan will be playing Deepika's love interest in the film. According to a leading daily, Irrfan have a substantial part in the film.

The film is expected to go on the floors later this year.

This will be the first time Deepika and Irrfan will share the screen space. We must say it will be an interesting pair to watch.

Tanishaa's birthday surprise for Armaan, takes him to Dubai

Just when you thought, Kushal-Gauhar are the only couple in love surviving outside the Bigg Boss 8 house, then let us surprise you with another couple who are heading strong, outside the house. Yes we are talking about, none other than, Armaan Kohli and Tanishaa. 

After a fancy new year celebration in Goa, Tanisha decided to go one notch higher for Armaan Kohli's birthday which was on March 23 this year. The 'Neal and Nikki' actor planned a rather expensive surprise birthday for Armaan and took him to all the way to Dubai.

According to a leading daily, "Early on Saturday, Tanishaa landed up at Armaan's place and told him to pack for Dubai. Initially he thought it was a joke but she had come armed with two tickets to the most expensive city in the Middle East. She had planned the trip to coincide with Armaan's birthday."

That's not all, when the love birds arrived in Dubai, they were taken in a limousine to Faysal Ali Zarooni's palatial mansion.

Well, we must say, Armaan is one lucky man. No room for his temper here!

Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif say no to period film

Bollywood beauties Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif, who tasted success this year with commercial films like Chennai Express, Ram-leela, and Dhoom: 3, have reportedly turned down Ashutosh Gowarikar's period film Mohenjo-daro.

A leading tabloid reports that Deepika has apparently said no to director Ashutosh Gowarikar's upcoming film. The tabloid also reported a source as saying, "Deepika is busy shooting for films she has already signed, including Happy New Year, Shuddhi, and Window Seat. She doesn't have any dates for the next two years and thus had to turn down a role in Ashutosh Gowarikar's film, Mohenjo-daro."

Though reports suggest that Gowarikar was keen on signing Deepika for the film as she is a popular choice among filmmakers now.

It is also being said that Gowarikar had approached actress Katrina Kaif for the same role but she too said no to him on account of a packed schedule.

Salman Khan to play double role in Prem Ratan Dhan Payo

Superstar Salman Khan will be seen in a double role in Sooraj Barjatya's film 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo'.

The actor, who will be teaming with Sooraj Barjatya after almost 15 years, will be seen playing the characters of Prem and Vijay in the film.
In his earlier three films with Barjatya - 'Maine Pyar Kiya', 'Hum Aapke Hain Kaun', 'Hum Saath-Saath Hain' - Salman's on-screen name was 'Prem'.

"Salman will be playing double role in the film. We have had Dilip Kumar play double role in 'Ram Aur Shyam', Salman in 'Judwa', both the characters were positive. There will be difference between the two characters but none of them is negative, both the roles are positive. He will be playing entertaining characters," a source told PTI, without divulging any details.

The film will have Sonam Kapoor opposite Salman. The two are coming together again after 'Saawariya'.
"Neil Nitin Mukesh will be playing Salman's brother, Swara Bhaskar his sister and Deepak Dobriyal will be his friend. Sanjay Mishra and Anupam Kher too will be seen in the film in interesting roles," the source said.

The film's music will be composed by Himesh Reshammiya. The shooting will start from June this year and the film is set for Diwali 2015 release.

Deepika Padukone leaves Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film for Karan Johar

Actor Deepika Padukone is currently a hot favourite among almost all the directors. From Sanjay Leela Bhansali to Imtiaz Ali to Karan Malhotra, everyone wants to cast her in their films.

And that has put Deepika in the tight spot as her packed schedule is not allowing her to accept all the interesting offers coming her way.

According to reports,  Deepika Padukone will no be doing Bhansali's film, 'Bajirao Mastani' as she has given her dates to Karan Johar's film, 'Shuddhi', which is slated to go on the floors by the end of this year.

"The dates Bhansali wanted from Deepika have been allotted to Karan Johar's 'Shuddhi'. This is why the actress is not in a position to play Mastani in the former's film," a leading tabloid quoted its source.

Kareena Kapoor Khan is reportedly keen on doing Bhansali's film now. There is a buzz that Ajay Devgn may play Bajirao in the film and Kareena has expressed her desire to play Mastani. Priyanka Chopra will play Bajirao's wife, Kashibai.

Well, the final cast of the film will be known after the formal announcement till then keep guessing.

Alia shoots for Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania

Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania is bringing Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan together again. We spotted the cast of the film shooting together. Here are some exclusive pictures.

Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan and Siddharth Shukla

Humshakals first motion poster launched during India Vs Pak match!

After a very long wait, Sajid Khan has released the first motion poster of his forthcoming masala entertainer – Humshakals. The poster of the film promises nine times the fun. Wondering why? Well, the three lead actors of the film Saif Ali Khan, Riteish Deshmukh and Ram Kapoor will be seen doing triple roles in the movie.

What surprised us is that none of teh leading ladies – Bipasha Basu, Tamannah Bhatia and Esha Gupta were no where to be seen. Humshakals is co-produced by Fox Star Studios and Vashu Bhagnani’s Pooja Entertainment and will release on June 20.

After watching this motion poster, we simply can’t wait to watch the trailer of the film. What about you guys?

Bachchans Family purchased a new bungalow for Aaradhya’s fun time?

Just a few days back, the Bachchans acquired their fifth bungalow. It’s right behind their current residence, Jalsa. We have also heard that the Bachchans are very keen on making a lawn in the newly acquired space.

Bachchans hosted famous Holi parties at their earlier residence Prateeksha. However, Jalsa doesn’t have a big open space. The idea to have a well-manicured lawn on their new bungalow premises has a dual purpose. This means that the adults will have some much needed breathing space while Aaradhya will have her own personal space to play in.

Currently, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan takes Aaradhya over to the garden at Prateeksha when the tot wants to run around. Unfortunately, there is a high-rise overlooking the Prateeksha lawn and some of their privacy is compromised. When the lawn comes into being at their new bungalow, the Bachchans will have a secure open space. No one can get a view of it because the only ones who can peep in are those staying at Jalsa, which is directly behind.

Madonna flaunts unshaven armpits

Singer Madonna has flaunted her cleavage in a photograph shared on a social networking platform, but it is her unshaven armpits that are drawing attention.

In a recent selfie from Madonna on Instagram, she is seen wearing a lacy revealing top with her cleavage showing, and she has raised one of her arms to flaunt her armpit hair growth.

"Long hair…… Don't Care!!!!!! #artforfreedom #rebelheart #revolutionoflove (sic)," she captioned the photograph.

Earlier, she had once revealed skipping her armpit shaving routine.

"I saw how popular girls had to behave to get the boys. I knew I couldn't fit into that," she told Harper's Bazaar in 2011, adding: "So I decided to do the opposite. I refused to wear makeup, to have a hairstyle. I refused to shave. I had hairy armpits."

Vidya Balan Is Pregnant

Vidya Balan is under the scanner for sometime and now the latest news is that her pregnancy is confirmed. She has been pulled out of both the films she had in hand. Sujoy Ghosh's next venture starring Irfan Khan and Vidya Balan. It was earlier confirmed by Sujoy Ghosh that the movie is going to be a thriller and not a sequel to Kahaani.

 Mohit Suri's Hamari Adhuri Kahani with Emraan Hashmi and Rajkummar Rao was in her kitty as well. "As far as Hamari Adhuri Kahani is concerned, Vidya is still on board. She asked for the details before she left for the US. Why would she make enquiries if she didn't want to do my film?", Mahesh Bhatt, the producer of Suri's film, told. 

But a close friend of Vidya commented, "Vidya may do the film with the Bhatts as it has been pushed back because of Emraan's son's health issue. But she is definitely taking a break." The damage of Vidya's decision is Sujoy Ghosh's next, who was scheduled to do the film in May, is obviously not a happy man. "Vidya has told him that he can go ahead with another actress and Kangna Ranaut has replaced Vidya in the movie after her excellent performance in Queen, said the source. 

Vidya's last few films didn't live upto expectations and it were box office duds, especially, Ghanchakkar and Shaadi Ke Side effects. She said that she wants to evaluate her future plans. She strongly denied the rumours saying, "I'm not pregnant. I'd have to meet Siddharth to get pregnant! Jokes apart, I'm not yet ready to share Siddharth." She is just exhausted with her back-to-back shoots and promotions for both films. 

A source revealed that she wants to endorse only brands right now. Rumour mills that she is pregnant and the suspicion increased when Vidya has put on few kilos recently. Vidya will be seen as a detective in Bobby Jasoos, her next film. As she is in the US promoting IIFA right now, she was unavailable for any comments.

Salman Khan Asked Sunny Leone For A Film

Though Sunny Leone is a well-known porn actress in the west, she has become a household name today in India as well. Working with the 3 famous Khans (Shahrukh, Salman and Aamir) of Bollywood is every newcomer's dream and that's why when rumours of Salman Khan offering Sunny Leone a film began doing the rounds, it raised many eyebrows. However, Sunny Leone has cleared all the speculation by stating that Salman has not approached her with any film offers so far.

 Over the years, Salman Khan's good deeds has given him an image of a savior! He has launched several new faces in Bollywood and that's why it came as no surprise when buzz about Salman approaching Sunny Leone with film offers began doing the rounds. Like all aspiring Bollywood actresses, Sunny Leone too would love to work with Bollywood A-listers that includes the three Khans of Bollywood. 

Speaking about the rumour of Salman considering her for a role in his film, Sunny Leone said, "Every actor would love to work with the Khans. But there is no truth in the rumour of Salman approaching me for any of his films. 

If it had been true, I would have been jumping with joy and happiness." Meanwhile, Sunny is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film Ragini MMS 2. With the entire film resting on her shoulders, Sunny feels the pressure and sincerely hopes the film does well at the box office.
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Anushka Sharma Caught With Virat Kohli!

Anushka Sharma, the svelte beauty of Bollywood allegedly dating Indian cricketer Virat Kohli was seen spending some quality time with him. Anushka was last seen in the news when she flew down to New Zealand to meet her rumoured boyfriend. There were even pictures of the duo in Auckland caught while on a lovey-dovey stroll.

 Now, the latest buzz is that the cricketer has been spotted by an onlooker in a flight from Sri Lanka. There are no doubts that Virat was in Sri Lanka to be with his Love Anushka who is busy shooting for her next film Bombay Velvet. Bombay Velvet is a film directed and co-produced by Anurag Kashyap. 

The film is about how Mumbai city becomes a metropolis amidst love, greed and music. The cast and crew are in Sri Lanka for sometime now to finish the shoot. The Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma's Bombay Velvet is a much awaited movie. Anushka Sharma earlier was in a relationship with Ranveer Singh which they never agreed even though the whole world knew about it. Things didn't work well for them and they parted their ways. 

This time around too, Anushka and Virat neither agrees nor denies their relationship. Let's just hope everything goes well for Anushka at least with her current alleged boyfriend.

Deepika Worries About Ranveer's Rapport With Anushka Sharma

Deepika's alleged relationship with Ranveer singh is a known story, now, is she worried about Ranveer's rapport with his ex, Anushka Sharma? Although, Deepika and Ranveer just denies the obvious, it is a well known fact and the duo's chemistry just can't be kept under wraps. Recent events and awards function where they were seen together is in itself a proof. Ranveer Singh's next venture in Zoya Akhtar's Dil Dhadakne Do has Anushka Sharma playing a role too.

 Deepika is so impressed with the script that she wants to be part of that venture, even if it was a non-acting role. "I love the script so much that I am ready to work in any capacity on the film, including an assistant director (AD), but I don't know if I can manage that," Dippy said earlier.
 Deepika Padukone's upcoming movies are Homi Adajania's Finding Fanny Fernandes with Arjun Kapoor, Shoojit Sircar's Piku with Amitabh Bachchan and Irrfan Khan and Farah Khan's Happy New Year with Shahrukh Khan. We wonder, why is Deepika so interested to be a part of that movie? 
Is it because she wants to spend some quality time with her alleged boy friend Ranveer or does she want to keep a close eye on him, more so, Ranveer was praising his ex-girlfiend Anushka recently and he had even defended her at an event. Dippy who has been in many relationships earlier, is worried about her current alleged boy friend Ranveer!

After Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh roped in for Karan Johar’s Shuddhi?

Roshan Jr’s health issues and professional commitments had delayed Shuddhi, so much that the film had a complete makeover

Deepika Padukone stepped into Kareena Kapoor Khan role in Shuddhi after the latter opted out of the film. Now we hear Deepika’s alleged beau Ranveer Singh has been roped in to play the part that was to be originally portrayed by Hrithik Roshan. This is after reports suggested that Hrithik might just be back on the movie that he had politely turned down after much delay. Looks like we will get to watch theGoliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela jodi back onscreen together soon. HR’s loss has certainly proved to be Mr Singh’s gain, however we wonder if Dippy would have been happier to share screen space with Hrithik.

Remember not so long ago Ms Padukone had a wishlist of heroes she wants to work with that included names of Salman Khan (her current favourite c0-star Shahrukh Khan’s arch rival), Mr Perfectionist Aamir Khan and of course the original hero of Shuddhi – Hrithik Roshan. With Roshan opting out of the film and boyfriend Ranveer playing this part, wethinks this might just be a bitter sweet moment for the leggy lass. While her dream to work with HR is yet to come true, we’re sure she wouldn’t mind some fun and quality time with her BF on the sets of their movie. Also considering that Padukone gal was willing to turn assistant director to Zoya Akhtar for her next film with Ranveer, KJo’s offer might just help the busy lovers spend some time with each other, hai na?

With one hit film under their belt looks like this new hit jodi of B-town might bag another movie together. Going by the current buzz Ranveer – Deepika might be cast as the lead pair in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s next Bajirao Mastani. Not to forget, the duo will be sharing screen space in Homi Adajania’s Finding Fanny Fernandes.

While we are happy to see the reel life lovers together on reel, BollywoodLifers you tell us – do you think Ranveer Singh is the perfect replacement for Hrithik Roshan in Shuddhi?

Post Queen success, Kangana Ranaut hikes her fees

Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut seems to be flying high after garnering rave reviews for her performance in the widely acclaimed film Queen.

Kangana should infact thank director Vikas Bahl for giving her such a good platform to relaunch her stagnant career, since Kangana has now become a sought-after name by many top directors in the industry as well as advertisers.

What follows next is not a surprise as reports suggest that the actor has now decided to hike her price.

According to a souce close to a leading daily, Kangana has apprently charged somewhere between Rs.3.5-4 crore for Sujoy Ghosh's film which she signed after actor Vidya Balan walked out of it.

Priyanka Chopra to join Bajirao Mastani cast

After a number of names being tossed around about the lead cast of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much awaited project 'Bajirao Mastani', now comes the time to cast Bajirao's wife Kashibai. And guess what, it is none other than Priyanka Chopra who has topped the list this time.

Speculations have been rife for some time about who is to essay the role of Bajirao in Sanjay's ambitious project, with names such as Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Hrithik Roshan and Ranveer Singh doing the rounds.

While Deepika Padukone might play the role of Mastani, the name of Priyanka Chopra has emerged as a contender to play Bajirao's wife Kashibai.   

According to a leading daily, Priyanka has apparently bagged the role of Kashibai, Bajirao's first wife.

I want my life partner to have Varun's qualities: Ileana

Varun Dhawn may not have any plans to date an actress, but his "Main Tera Hero" co-star Ileana D'Cruz is so impressed with him that she would like her life partner to have similar personality traits.

Ileana got to know Varun while shooting for their first film together "Main Tera Hero", which is releasing April 4.

"I personally feel my equation with Varun Dhawan is on a different level. I share a great rapport with him," Ileana, who entered Bollywood with "Barfi!", told reporters in a group interview.

"He is very charming, matured and he knows what to talk when. I want the qualities of Varun in my life partner," she added.

So far, Ileana has worked with Ranbir Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor in "Barfi" and "Phata Poster Nikla Hero", respectively.

"I have worked with Ranbir and Shahid before, but when it comes to Varun, our chemistry and our equation is altogether on a different level."

Directed by David Dhawan, "Main Tera Hero", a Hindi remake of Telugu movie "Kandireega", also features Nargis Fakhri.

Vivek Oberoi to lend voice in the Hindi version of 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2'

Actor Vivek Oberoi will be the voice of the main villain Max Dillon aka Electro in the Hindi version of 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2'. In the original version of the film, Electro is played by Oscar winning actor Jamie Foxx. "We are very happy to have Vivek on board for the Hindi version of 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2'. 

The Hindi version is a large part of our box office and it's a very important role that Vivek will be playing in its success. Vivek has played a villain so brilliantly in the past and is already a familiar face in the genre. Kids in particular love him," said Kercy Daruwala, MD Sony Pictures India.

Vivek said he agreed to dub for the voice of Electro because he has been a huge fan of the web-casting superhero. "I will be Electro's voice in the Hindi version of 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2'. I have always been a huge fan of the Spider-Man comics and films. Max Dillon/Electro is an immensely fascinating and complex character and it will be interesting to face off with Spider-Man," said Vivek, who played a negative role in his last Bollywood release 'Krrish 3'.

The actor has already begun dubbing for the character. The film starring Andrew Garfield as Spider-Man and Emma Stone as his lady love, will release in India on May 1.

Deepika Padukone replaces Kareena Kapoor Khan in Karan Johar’s Shuddhi

Deepika Padukone has replaced Kareena Kapoor Khan as the heroine in Shuddhi. This is not first time that Padukone gal has stepped into Bebo’s shoes in a movie. Apparently Karan Johar is keeping this news under wraps, now wethinks this is wise decision considering  Kareena’s successful stint with Dharma Productions has hit all time low. Kareena was left huffing and puffing when one of the most awaited film of hers was delayed innumerable times thanks to Hrithik Roshan’s health at first and followed by work commitments. With the recent development we’re sure that Ms Kapoor Khan will turn green with envy.The war between the once number one heroine and the current Bollywood queen is taking interesting twists and turns

Apparently Hrithik had informed Kareena in advance about his exit from KJo‘s movie, Roshan Jr chose to work with Katrina Kaif in Bang Bang over reuniting with Kareena on screen after a decade. While both Johar and Karan Malhotra made announcements initially stating that the Agent Vinod heroine would remain an integral part of the film, Johar later did reveal that he couldn’t ask Kapoor gal to wait for his movie to start forever. What followed was unexpected for KKK, whose films with Farhan Akhtar Bombay Samurai was shelved.

Kareena had lost out on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela and now we hear that once a frontrunner to play SLB’s Mastani in his film Bajirao Mastani, Kareena is no longer in the race. And if buzz is to be believed then Deepika might oust Bebo and become the heroine in 

Sunny Leone starrer Ragini MMS 2 to open with Hanuman Chalisa

The makers of actress Sunny Leone starrer 'Ragini MMS 2' have decided to open the film credits with montages of Hanuman Chalisa. Previously too, 'Ragini MMS' (2011) contained the prayer revealing producer Ekta Kapoor's superstitious side.

Ekta believes that the incorporation of the prayer has been lucky and will ward off any unwanted negativity against the film given its horrex (horror and sex) genre, sources said.

The film will begin with a special montage of scenes from the original cut to the auspicious Hanuman Chalisa, sources added.

Directed by Bhushan Patel, the film also stars Sandhya Mridul, Parveen Dabas, Saahil Prem and Divya Dutta. It releases tomorrow, on March 21.

Haider is my toughest film, says Shahid Kapoor

Actor Shahid Kapoor, who just wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming film 'Haider', says it was one of the most challenging movies of his career.

'Haider', which is an adaptation of Shakespearean tragedy Hamlet stars Shahid, 33, in the titular role opposite newbie actor Shraddha Kapoor.

The Vishal Bharadwaj directed film is slated to hit theatres on September 12.

"Its a wrap on 'Haider'...Only when you play hamlet you realise what a complex part it is...Probably my toughest yet!! And where does the bus go from here...No clue yet...Deep deep house and very very comfy sofa for now," Shahid posted on Twitter.

'Haider' also stars Irrfan Khan, Tabu and Kay Kay Menon. The film's shoot in Kashmir had to be cut short or halted from time to time as the crew met with frequent protests from the locals.

Big B sent flowers to Queen Kangana Ranaut

Kangana Ranaut has been receiving compliments from every corner for her performance in Vikas Bahl's Queen. Right from critics to B-Town to audience, everyone is going gaga over the film and Kangana's exemplary acting.

After Aamir Khan, Deepika Padukone, now Amitabh Bachchan too has praised her. Big B sent her flowers and a note praising her performance.

"A delivery boy had come home with a huge bouquet of flowers and a handwritten note. My sister Rangoli accepted it and told me something special had come for me. When I found out that it was Mr Bachchan's letter, it was an out-of-the-world feeling. My hands were literally shaking while I was reading all the beautiful things he had written; like what I have accomplished is what everyone strives for, and so on," a leading daily quoted her.

Even SRK and Salman have also congratulated her.

"Shah Rukh Khan told my director, 'I am from Delhi, and Kangana has played the character so beautifully... since I am playing a Delhi guy in my next film, I will take tips from her.' That's a mind-boggling compliment," the leading daily quoted Kangana.

Salman Khan said he was hearing great things about her.

After Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan to turn item girl for Akshay Kumar

Bebo’s upcoming movie list is soon depleting, guess that’s why this Bollywood’s once hot property is now turning to item songs

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s once glorious innings in Bollywood is soon losing its sheen. The actor who was one of the busiest babes in the industry is spotted launching books and sipping green tea at promotional events, clearly showing that she’s out of action. But guess what Bebo is still hot property at least as far as item songs are concerned. The actor who once took time off her packed schedule to shoot the sexyFevicol song for Salman Khan’s Dabangg 2, will now use her free time to roll a groovy number for Akshay Kumar’s Gabbar.

After doling a hot song for Sallu miyaan in Dabangg sequel, she will now groove with her Kambakkht Ishq hero. Interestingly Kareena will do this “special” song (item song), in a film produced by none other than Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Remember, KKK had missed out on SLB’s Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela, thanks to her changed relationship status. It seems like desperate Kareena is willing to do item songs just to impress Bhansali and bag a plum role in his upcoming film. We cannot forget how Ms Kapoor Khanhad said at a recent event, “I am very keen to work with Sanjay Leela Bhansali!”

And for Kareena who has been averse to the idea of item girls and songs, we’re sure that dearth of acting assignments means to shift to the next popular category of item songs, hai na? At least the oh-so-hot Bebo can flaunt her sexy moves and good looks here, unlike those boring book launch events, yaaaa…wn! Especially with Salman walking out of Gabbar special song, Kareena can finally take the centre stage with this song, right?

While Kareena isn’t the only heroine who is doing item songs, we know that Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif have sizzled in some superrr sexy gaanas. But, now that all these actors have their dates booked, we hope Kareena who is losing out on films to her competition can make moolah and remain in the limelight thanks to item songs.

Rajinikanth and Deepika Padukone’s Kochadaiiyaan passed with U-certificate

The Rajinikanth-Deepika starrer will hit the theatres on April 11

Superstar Rajinikanth-starrer Tamil period-drama Kochadaiiyaan has been passed with a U-certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification.

Directed by the southern matinee idol’s daughter Soundarya Ashwin, the film, touted to be India’s first motion capture photo-realistic 3D animated movie, is slated to release April 11 worldwide.

“Kochadaiiyaan has been censored with U-certificate,” Rajinikanth’s manager posted on his Twitter page.

It also features Deepika Padukone, Jackie Shroff, R. Sarath Kumar, Shobana, Aadi Pinisetty, Nasser and Rukmini in important roles.  Kochadaiiyaan is jointly produced by Eros International and Media One Global. Music of the film is composed by none other than the music maestro himself, A R Rahman