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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

A closer look at Armaan Kohli and Tanishaa Mukherji’s love story

The two lovers from Bigg Boss 7 have taken their affair de coeur to another level, but is marriage on the cards? Or will this love story have some twists and turns in true Bollywood style?

Armaan Kohli and Tanishaa Mukherji might have exchanged the rings according to reports, but it seems their journey was not an easy one. These two lovebirds jumped, wriggled and crossed a lot of hurdles to be with each other.

Armaan-Tanishaa love story started on Bigg Boss 7. Cupid’s arrow struck the two thick friends inside the glass-walled house and the two became soul mates from being good friends. The couple came under the media scanner for their growing closeness. They liked and disliked the same people in the house and were always stuck in one group, thus being with each other until the very end. The very-much-in-love couple stuck together despite warnings from BB7 host Salman Khan.

But then as they say, what’s love that has no spark, right? Armaan’s hot headed nature started creating problems for the Mukherji gal. He was screaming mad at her (he did that a lot and to everyone around) He even asked her to get lost and never talk to him. But, Tanishaa begged him not to misunderstand her and stayed by his side. Kajol’s sister got a lot of flak for being Mr Kohli’s punching bag, doormat and what not. Tanishaa didn’t care about what people had to say. She instead chose to stay with him. Saccha pyaar, we must say.

And if animosity from inmates wasn’t enough, her closeness with and ex-Bollywood actor did not please her mother Tanuja and sister Kajol as reports suggested that Ms Mukherji’s mother and sister tried their best to get their little princess out of the house of horrors. Tanuja was not ready to accept her beti‘s love, which was quite evident when the veteran actor gave her daughter’s lover a cold shoulder at the BB7 Grand Finale. Mr Kohli touched his to be mom-in-law’s feet only to get a lukewarm response. But, looks like Tanishaa somehow managed to convince her mommy dearest. The couple along with Tanuja celebrated New Year’s eve in Lonavala, in fact pictures of the hone waala damaad went on to make headlines. That’s not it, the couple then was spotted at Dubai hand-in-hand, Tan flew all the way from Mumbai to encourage her beau during the match. Later, this jodi was also spotted at the Colors Annual Bash and Lakme Fashion Week. However, they created buzz when they took a trip to Vaishno Devi recently, raising suspicion about an impending marriage.

While Tanuja has sort of accepted Armaan, looks like Tanisha’s sister Kajol is not ready to welcome the man to the family. The Fanaa actor recently made an appearance on Karan Johar’s popular chat show, Koffee with Karan, where she was chose not to speak about Armaan. But, looks like Baazigar heroine’s baby sister is sure about her future with Armaan, for she chose to celebrate Holi with her lover at his Juhu residence.

Tanishaa-Armaan’s love story is not ordinary one, ask us why? This couple was haunted by ex-files (Armaan’s ex-girlfriend Tanya Kapoor) inside the Bigg Boss house, taunted by Sallu miyaan, ridiculed by fellow contestants and strongly opposed by the Mukherji family. Despite all of this, the couple came out strong and might soon get hitched.

Keep watching this space for more news on Armaan and Tanisha love story.

Ranbir Kapoor turn down Bigg Boss 8 fearing Salman Khan

The Kapoor lad has reportedly turned down the offer to host the eighth season of the high voltage reality show. But why?

After Salman Khan refused to host the eighth season of Bigg Boss, various other peeps from B-town were approached to step into Sallu miyaan‘s shoes. And one of them was Ranbir Kapoor. However, the Kapoor lad has turned down the offer, we hear. Why? That’s because the Besharam actor didn’t want to be a part of a controversial show like Bigg Boss. Ah, well. We wonder if that’s the real reason or is there something more than what meets the eye.

As you will know, Ranbir and Salman have something or should we say someone in common. Ranbir has already taken away Katrina Kaif  from the Dabangg Khan. And now if he does the same with Bigg Boss, that won’t go down too well with Salman, we are sure. Ranbir might belong to one of the first families of Hindi cinema, but a serious panga with Salman is the last thing he or for that matter anybody in the industry wants. Ask Vivek Oberoi, he would instantly agree with us.

Anyway, after all this one thing is clear – Ranbir is definitely not anchoring Bigg Boss 8. So that leaves us with only four rumoured probable hosts – Shahrukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh and Hrithik Roshan. So who will it be? Or will Salman continue to play the host? Well, all we could do is just continue to play the guessing game