The actor has been signed for Shimit Amin's next which also stars Ranbir in lead role.
John Abraham is on a film signing spree. Abbas Mastaan's Race 2, Sajid Nadiadwala's Housefull 2, Karan Johar's Dostana 2, Rohan Sippy's Happy Birthday and Eros' Desi Boys... Johnny boy's hands and schedule sheets are full!
And now, the actor who is busy completing Vipul Shah's Force has been signed by Yash Raj Films for their next venture.
According to an industry source, John has read the script and given his consent to do the film. This film will be directed by Shimit Amin of 'Chak De' fame. Interestingly, John will share screen space with Ranbir Kapoor, who is also part of this untitled film.
The other star cast of the film hasn't been finalized yet. This film will go on floors by end of this year. It can be recalled that before this, John has done films like Dhoom, Kabul Express and New York under the same banner.
(Reshma Kelkar Dabholkar, TNN)
(TOI)
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YRF: Raveer is not taking on Ranbir
Yashraj Films has strongly denied Aditya Chopra preparing Ranveer Singh to take on Ranbir Kapoor. A tabloid had published the news today.
An official statement from YRF read, "This provocative insinuation, can only be construed as unfortunate, ridiculous and intentionally malicious and YRF takes strong objection to it.
YRF is all praise for Ranbir Kapoor. "YRF has the utmost respect for the talent and achievements of Ranbir Kapoor, a superstar in his own right, who has worked with the banner in his early days and still continues to hold pride of place at YRF. We also really look forward to working with him again. And again."
The production house also stood by Ranveer Singh. "Also, in all fairness, Ranveer Singh displayed his talent at an audition and has gone on to prove himself. To suggest that he is a product of the Studio's vindictiveness, is demeaning to him as well."
We hope this will put all rumours to rest as of now.
(Glamsham)
An official statement from YRF read, "This provocative insinuation, can only be construed as unfortunate, ridiculous and intentionally malicious and YRF takes strong objection to it.
YRF is all praise for Ranbir Kapoor. "YRF has the utmost respect for the talent and achievements of Ranbir Kapoor, a superstar in his own right, who has worked with the banner in his early days and still continues to hold pride of place at YRF. We also really look forward to working with him again. And again."
The production house also stood by Ranveer Singh. "Also, in all fairness, Ranveer Singh displayed his talent at an audition and has gone on to prove himself. To suggest that he is a product of the Studio's vindictiveness, is demeaning to him as well."
We hope this will put all rumours to rest as of now.
(Glamsham)
Rishi and Ranbir would have come together in Rocket Singh but..
Father-son duo Ranbir and Rishi Kapoor will only be seen together in a film that Ranbir will direct late next year. Not only does the young actor want to create roles that would do justice to both his father and him, Ranbir also wants to ensure that the pair is presented in the best way possible.Ironically, the two almost came together in roles that cast them in mutual conflict. If all had gone well, Rishi and Ranbir Kapoor would have come together for the first time in Shimit Amin's Rocket Singh, though not as father and son. Everyone at Yash Raj Films was keen that Rishi play Ranbir's scheming boss, (eventually played by the lesser-known Manish Choudhary).
Reveals a source, "The Yash Raj team was all for casting Rishi as Ranbir's boss. Only Adi thought audiences would not accept Rishi Kapoor as a negative boss to his own son. We had to relent."
Kapoor Sr confirms, "I was told everyone at Yash Raj wanted me to play the role. They finally decided otherwise." Also, Rishi is all praise for the actor who replaces him in the film. "Manish is the discovery of the year."
(Mid Day)
Rocket Singh Salesman Of The Year Ranbir Kapoor Interview
Q1.) What was your reaction when you read the script and that you would be playing a sardar in the film?
Ans:- Well Bachna Ae Haseeno had not released at that time and Adi (Aditya Chopra) called me and said, “just react to this title: Rocket Singh – Salesman of The Year”. He didn’t tell me who the writer or director was. It didn’t really hit me that it was a film about a Sardar, when he briefly told me about the idea of the film. It was then that he told me that Jaideep (Sahni) and Shimit (Amin) had been working on the script and Shimit was planning to direct it. I was ecstatic because I am a big fan of Jaideep and Shimit‘s work and just to get a film written by Jaideep and directed by Shimit and produced by YRF was just overwhelming for me”. But it is not being a Sardar that excited me about playing the role. I am playing a man who happens to be a Sardar. It’s the story , the Director, the Production house and the character that got me excited to do the film.
Q 2.) This is your first film with Shimit Amim. How was the experience?
Ans:- He is one of the finest human beings I have met. He is a bit of an introvert. He doesn’t over or under direct you. He has the right sensibilities of how he wants the actor to do a scene. He is extremely talented and gives you your space. I think he is fantastic. I am relatively new in this Industry and have not worked with so many Directors but certainly amongst the Directors I have worked with he is one of the best. It has been a humbling experience for me to be directed by him and to be speaking Jaideep’s lines.
Q3.)Your look in the film is completely different. What were your friends’ and family’s reaction?
Ans:- It was a “theda” (mixed) reaction. It took me 5 weeks to grow the beard. In these 5 weeks we tried different kinds of turbans because we wanted to get the turbans correct - the fabric, the colour pattern, length etc. Even while doing the readings I used to wear the turban so that I can get used to the fact that I am playing a sardar and it doesn’t look like I’ve just worn the turban for the sake of the character on the day of the shoot. But yes, for my family – well, my mother and nani are sardarnis so they were ecstatic and said that their wishes are fulfilled that my grandchild is playing a Sardar, so they were really happy. My friends were really happy that I am working with Shimit as a Director. Everyone is really intrigued and excited and there was a very positive buzz about the film even before I started.
Q4.) For your look in the film you grew a beard and did something with your eyebrow - did the people around recognize you?
Ans:- Because it is a character based film, we wanted to make it as real as possible. We didn’t want to put a fake beard so I took 5 weeks off and grew a natural beard. Thankfully I have a good growth so it didn’t take a long time. Even then, it was not that when I went out people didn’t recognize me. When we started the film, the buzz of the movie was such, that whenever we went - like we shot a lot on roads and actual streets of Mumbai - people saw a kind of familiarity with this character (which is Harpreet Singh Bedi) and people started connecting with me , as the character. It is nice when people see you and say that you are looking like a Sardar and you are not looking like Ranbir Kapoor. That’s when you succeed. Since the beginning, everyone – Shimit (Amin), Adi (Aditya Chopra) and Jaideep (Sahni) – told me time and again that I was not Ranbir Kapoor, or Raj of Saawariya , I was playing a character called Harpreet Singh Bedi. That way we made the film as real as possible.
Q 5.)The kada you are wearing - please tell us about it?
Ans;- The Kada I am wearing in the film, I remember, Yashji (Yash Chopra) personally got it from the Golden temple in Amritsar. I think it was as a blessing he gave it to me and also to give me an authentic look in the film. The team constantly checked if everything was perfect in my look and wardrobe, because we were playing real characters and at the end of the day we didn’t want to do anything inaccurate.
Q6.) Tell us something your character in Rocket Singh – Salesman of the Year.
Ans:- The character I play is called Harpreet Singh Bedi. He has just graduated from college, high time that he starts doing something about his life. He is really interested in Sales because more than marks and grades, it’s the intelligence and exposure, and the fact that you respect people, that matters to him more. I don’t want to say more because I want the audience to come and discover the film on their own.
Q 7.) Do you identify with the character?
Ans;- Absolutely. Because I think the character is about the youth of the country. It’s about the youth consumed by the desire of the brighter future, youth with the honesty and integrity and a clear heart. They want to earn money obviously, but they have to choose a path and do it in the right way. You can choose between the two paths. And the path that Harpreet chooses is really brave. What he does is amazing!
Q8.) Did you have to work on the language?
Ans:- As I said before, Harpreet is a boy from Mumbai. All his friends are modern. He goes for parties, he plays cricket. Because he is a boy from the fourth generation there is not much use of Punjabi. But his grandfather, played by Prem Chopra comes from Punjab. So the way he dresses, the kind of language he uses, the kind of turbans he wears is different from what Harpreet wears. So everything is kept in its individual places and kept as real as possible.
Q9.) There are many characters in the story. How did you feel working with them?
Ans:- It was phenomenal. I felt like a fish just out of water. There is so much talent. They deserve so much more than I have got in just two films. The passion for their work! We all became a part of a family, it was amazing. It was so infectious and it drove us all to give more to the film.
Q10.) Tell us a secret about Harpreet Singh Bedi?
Ans:- I don’t think Harpeet has any secret . He is that kind of a boy whose life is an open book. He is not calculative or manipulative. If he does something, he does it with his heart. I think that is what is amazing about him.
Q11.) How was your experience of shooting with Shimit Amin in general?
Ans:- As I said, the experience was amazing, right from being offered the film, to interacting with Shimit and Jaideep, to shooting all over Mumbai, suburbs, streets. I don’t think there is any one memorable incident. I think the experience is very memorable, which I cherish. Because I learnt a lot from Shimit, alot from Jaideep, Harpreet and all the characters. And that’s more important and memorable than any one other incident.
Q12.) How was it playing Office – Office?
Ans:- I was totally alien to this world. Shimit wanted me to have a look at how an office runs, so we used to hang out in the Yash Raj corporate offices to go and see how the atmosphere is. He showed me some DVDs just to see how offices are run. Even when our set was made , it was an office and it was actually like we are going to office. Even when we were not shooting and got breaks we spent time there. So it was not like we were never out of office and were staying there and hanging out. Having your lunch there and interacting with your colleagues. Because of this we used to be so engrossed in our characters, that most of the time we used to call each other by our character names.
Ans:- Shimit and Jaideep have made the character so new that I couldn’t imagine anyone in it but I remember I had a friend called Jaikaran Juneja whom I have grown up with. He is a Sardar. He is as normal as you and me - you don’t have make it a caricature or make it an item. Harpreet speaks exactly like him. I don’t think I have modeled myself on him, but I have taken some traits from him.
Q14.) Who is better in the role of a Sardar - you or your Dad?
Ans;- I can never compare myself to my father. He is one the finest actors in this Industry. I am new here. I cannot even compare myself to his 30 illustrious years in the Industry. He is one of my favorites. I would rather not even use my name in the same sentence.
Q15.) What can the audience expect from the film?
Ans;- They should just expect happiness, expect a good film . I don’t want to say that it’s different and mind blowing. Thats something everyone has to wait and watch. All I can say is that we have worked hard on this film. We have put all our hearts in making this film. We do hope and pray that the audience sees it and enjoys it.
Ans;- More than getting the job, orders and targets achieved, it’s the honesty and integrity. And not only in sales, in any profession. You just need to have these qualities and you will succeed in whatever you do.
Q17.) Why the title – Rocket Singh Salesman of the Year?
Ans- For that you will have to watch the film. A lot of people I know, have connected with the title. It’s weird in a way; it gets a smile on your face and keeps you wondering what the film is about. I think we should let that be.
Ans:- Well, it’s a Yash Raj film, written by Jaideep Sahni and Shimit Amin. It is directed by Shimit Amin. It’ s more than any genre.
Q19.) What did you feel on reading the script?
Ans:- I remember it was late at night. I started reading the script, and came out after the first half. I was simply bowled over. They said you can come tomorrow and read the remaining script, but I just didn’t want to leave it! I wanted to know where this character is taken and where the film went. I don’t want to just sell the film, but the way Jaideep and Shimit have written the film, they have done it with lot of conviction. He believed in the character. He believed in the field of sales. The marriage of thought that Shimit has with Jaideep is like Salim-Javed, meet Manmohan Desai meets all the great Directors in the country.
Q20.) Tell us your thoughts on Jaideep Sahni as a writer?
Ans;- Jaideep has this different tone where lines are concerned. He has this balance of lines. There is no dialogue bazzi. They are subtle in a way. It’s because of his understanding of so many languages, religions and occupation which has held in this movie.
Q21.)How has your experience been with YRF – from Bachna… till now?
Ans;- You grow with very movie. I was on a different mindset. I feel I have grown as an actor. Both the films have been a memorable experience. I do hope I get to work with this team in some way or the other in the near future.
Q22.) What do you want to say about the crew?
Ans;-Niharika was clear that she wanted the characters to stand out and costumes to support the character. It wasn’t a jump in thought. She had every character bang on. The cinematographer, Vikash, has shot the film with great detailing. Jaideep and Shimit were clear on how they wanted to shoot the film. They have made it very classy.
Q18.) What genre of film is it?
Q16.) What do you think makes a good salesman?
Q13.) Did you model yourself on someone for the character of a Sardar?
(boxofficeindia)
Ans:- Well Bachna Ae Haseeno had not released at that time and Adi (Aditya Chopra) called me and said, “just react to this title: Rocket Singh – Salesman of The Year”. He didn’t tell me who the writer or director was. It didn’t really hit me that it was a film about a Sardar, when he briefly told me about the idea of the film. It was then that he told me that Jaideep (Sahni) and Shimit (Amin) had been working on the script and Shimit was planning to direct it. I was ecstatic because I am a big fan of Jaideep and Shimit‘s work and just to get a film written by Jaideep and directed by Shimit and produced by YRF was just overwhelming for me”. But it is not being a Sardar that excited me about playing the role. I am playing a man who happens to be a Sardar. It’s the story , the Director, the Production house and the character that got me excited to do the film.
Q 2.) This is your first film with Shimit Amim. How was the experience?
Ans:- He is one of the finest human beings I have met. He is a bit of an introvert. He doesn’t over or under direct you. He has the right sensibilities of how he wants the actor to do a scene. He is extremely talented and gives you your space. I think he is fantastic. I am relatively new in this Industry and have not worked with so many Directors but certainly amongst the Directors I have worked with he is one of the best. It has been a humbling experience for me to be directed by him and to be speaking Jaideep’s lines.
Q3.)Your look in the film is completely different. What were your friends’ and family’s reaction?
Ans:- It was a “theda” (mixed) reaction. It took me 5 weeks to grow the beard. In these 5 weeks we tried different kinds of turbans because we wanted to get the turbans correct - the fabric, the colour pattern, length etc. Even while doing the readings I used to wear the turban so that I can get used to the fact that I am playing a sardar and it doesn’t look like I’ve just worn the turban for the sake of the character on the day of the shoot. But yes, for my family – well, my mother and nani are sardarnis so they were ecstatic and said that their wishes are fulfilled that my grandchild is playing a Sardar, so they were really happy. My friends were really happy that I am working with Shimit as a Director. Everyone is really intrigued and excited and there was a very positive buzz about the film even before I started.
Q4.) For your look in the film you grew a beard and did something with your eyebrow - did the people around recognize you?
Ans:- Because it is a character based film, we wanted to make it as real as possible. We didn’t want to put a fake beard so I took 5 weeks off and grew a natural beard. Thankfully I have a good growth so it didn’t take a long time. Even then, it was not that when I went out people didn’t recognize me. When we started the film, the buzz of the movie was such, that whenever we went - like we shot a lot on roads and actual streets of Mumbai - people saw a kind of familiarity with this character (which is Harpreet Singh Bedi) and people started connecting with me , as the character. It is nice when people see you and say that you are looking like a Sardar and you are not looking like Ranbir Kapoor. That’s when you succeed. Since the beginning, everyone – Shimit (Amin), Adi (Aditya Chopra) and Jaideep (Sahni) – told me time and again that I was not Ranbir Kapoor, or Raj of Saawariya , I was playing a character called Harpreet Singh Bedi. That way we made the film as real as possible.
Q 5.)The kada you are wearing - please tell us about it?
Ans;- The Kada I am wearing in the film, I remember, Yashji (Yash Chopra) personally got it from the Golden temple in Amritsar. I think it was as a blessing he gave it to me and also to give me an authentic look in the film. The team constantly checked if everything was perfect in my look and wardrobe, because we were playing real characters and at the end of the day we didn’t want to do anything inaccurate.
Q6.) Tell us something your character in Rocket Singh – Salesman of the Year.
Ans:- The character I play is called Harpreet Singh Bedi. He has just graduated from college, high time that he starts doing something about his life. He is really interested in Sales because more than marks and grades, it’s the intelligence and exposure, and the fact that you respect people, that matters to him more. I don’t want to say more because I want the audience to come and discover the film on their own.
Q 7.) Do you identify with the character?
Ans;- Absolutely. Because I think the character is about the youth of the country. It’s about the youth consumed by the desire of the brighter future, youth with the honesty and integrity and a clear heart. They want to earn money obviously, but they have to choose a path and do it in the right way. You can choose between the two paths. And the path that Harpreet chooses is really brave. What he does is amazing!
Q8.) Did you have to work on the language?
Ans:- As I said before, Harpreet is a boy from Mumbai. All his friends are modern. He goes for parties, he plays cricket. Because he is a boy from the fourth generation there is not much use of Punjabi. But his grandfather, played by Prem Chopra comes from Punjab. So the way he dresses, the kind of language he uses, the kind of turbans he wears is different from what Harpreet wears. So everything is kept in its individual places and kept as real as possible.
Q9.) There are many characters in the story. How did you feel working with them?
Ans:- It was phenomenal. I felt like a fish just out of water. There is so much talent. They deserve so much more than I have got in just two films. The passion for their work! We all became a part of a family, it was amazing. It was so infectious and it drove us all to give more to the film.
Q10.) Tell us a secret about Harpreet Singh Bedi?
Ans:- I don’t think Harpeet has any secret . He is that kind of a boy whose life is an open book. He is not calculative or manipulative. If he does something, he does it with his heart. I think that is what is amazing about him.
Q11.) How was your experience of shooting with Shimit Amin in general?
Ans:- As I said, the experience was amazing, right from being offered the film, to interacting with Shimit and Jaideep, to shooting all over Mumbai, suburbs, streets. I don’t think there is any one memorable incident. I think the experience is very memorable, which I cherish. Because I learnt a lot from Shimit, alot from Jaideep, Harpreet and all the characters. And that’s more important and memorable than any one other incident.
Q12.) How was it playing Office – Office?
Ans:- I was totally alien to this world. Shimit wanted me to have a look at how an office runs, so we used to hang out in the Yash Raj corporate offices to go and see how the atmosphere is. He showed me some DVDs just to see how offices are run. Even when our set was made , it was an office and it was actually like we are going to office. Even when we were not shooting and got breaks we spent time there. So it was not like we were never out of office and were staying there and hanging out. Having your lunch there and interacting with your colleagues. Because of this we used to be so engrossed in our characters, that most of the time we used to call each other by our character names.
Ans:- Shimit and Jaideep have made the character so new that I couldn’t imagine anyone in it but I remember I had a friend called Jaikaran Juneja whom I have grown up with. He is a Sardar. He is as normal as you and me - you don’t have make it a caricature or make it an item. Harpreet speaks exactly like him. I don’t think I have modeled myself on him, but I have taken some traits from him.
Q14.) Who is better in the role of a Sardar - you or your Dad?
Ans;- I can never compare myself to my father. He is one the finest actors in this Industry. I am new here. I cannot even compare myself to his 30 illustrious years in the Industry. He is one of my favorites. I would rather not even use my name in the same sentence.
Q15.) What can the audience expect from the film?
Ans;- They should just expect happiness, expect a good film . I don’t want to say that it’s different and mind blowing. Thats something everyone has to wait and watch. All I can say is that we have worked hard on this film. We have put all our hearts in making this film. We do hope and pray that the audience sees it and enjoys it.
Ans;- More than getting the job, orders and targets achieved, it’s the honesty and integrity. And not only in sales, in any profession. You just need to have these qualities and you will succeed in whatever you do.
Q17.) Why the title – Rocket Singh Salesman of the Year?
Ans- For that you will have to watch the film. A lot of people I know, have connected with the title. It’s weird in a way; it gets a smile on your face and keeps you wondering what the film is about. I think we should let that be.
Ans:- Well, it’s a Yash Raj film, written by Jaideep Sahni and Shimit Amin. It is directed by Shimit Amin. It’ s more than any genre.
Q19.) What did you feel on reading the script?
Ans:- I remember it was late at night. I started reading the script, and came out after the first half. I was simply bowled over. They said you can come tomorrow and read the remaining script, but I just didn’t want to leave it! I wanted to know where this character is taken and where the film went. I don’t want to just sell the film, but the way Jaideep and Shimit have written the film, they have done it with lot of conviction. He believed in the character. He believed in the field of sales. The marriage of thought that Shimit has with Jaideep is like Salim-Javed, meet Manmohan Desai meets all the great Directors in the country.
Q20.) Tell us your thoughts on Jaideep Sahni as a writer?
Ans;- Jaideep has this different tone where lines are concerned. He has this balance of lines. There is no dialogue bazzi. They are subtle in a way. It’s because of his understanding of so many languages, religions and occupation which has held in this movie.
Q21.)How has your experience been with YRF – from Bachna… till now?
Ans;- You grow with very movie. I was on a different mindset. I feel I have grown as an actor. Both the films have been a memorable experience. I do hope I get to work with this team in some way or the other in the near future.
Q22.) What do you want to say about the crew?
Ans;-Niharika was clear that she wanted the characters to stand out and costumes to support the character. It wasn’t a jump in thought. She had every character bang on. The cinematographer, Vikash, has shot the film with great detailing. Jaideep and Shimit were clear on how they wanted to shoot the film. They have made it very classy.
Q18.) What genre of film is it?
Q16.) What do you think makes a good salesman?
Q13.) Did you model yourself on someone for the character of a Sardar?
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Interview with Ranbir Kapoor and Shamit on Rocket Singh
'I was a 35 per cent with grace marks student'
Ranbir talks about being Rocket Singh
As an actor do you think you need to sell your talent?
Ranbir: Not at all. One thing I will never indulge in is PR. I truly believe that PR is the death of an actor. Look at Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar and Dev Anand. They went on and on for 25 years, just on the basis of their work. And fans did not get tired of seeing them because they weren't all over the place. In the end, it's about the films you do. Not about what you do in your personal life, which awards you bag or which NGO you support.
What's with your Sardar look in the film?
Ranbir: Honestly this is not a film on Sardars, so it's not the USP. It's a character you and me can identify with. The look is not an item inthe film . It's about a young boy, fresh out college, who is just starting in the professional world. That time in a person's life when he has to battle with the corporate work force and make his mark.
Actors often complain of the beard and make-up when playing a Sardar…
Ranbir: I had no problems, as my mom is a Sikh. So that background helped me in my character. Shimit was very clear that I had to look like a real Sardar as opposed to being Ranbir Kapoor with a fake beard. So we paid extra attention on getting the look right.
What were the reactions from people close to you?
Ranbir: My Mom loved it. My nani (maternal grandmom, who passed away recently) too, was very thrilled seeing on me as a Sardar. It's great because for the first time I had changed my look for any film. And now I have understood how important it is. The right look takes care of 20 per cent of your performance.
The promos have you talking about grace marks and flunking college. Any personal experiences?
Ranbir: Oh absolutely. It was just the same with me. I too was a 35 per cent with grace marks student in some of my papers.
Obviously your first name can't be Rocket in the film. So what's the relevance of the title and the paper plane theme?
Ranbir: My name is Harpreet Singh Bedi in the movie. The 'paper plane rockets' are a marketing tool to create curiosity and excitement. We believe that marketing a movie is about making the audience curious and leading them to the theatres.
But given that you had two back-to-back hits this year, why is the promotion so low key? Are you happy with the limited publicity?
Ranbir: I am very glad it's happening this way. Any other way of promoting the movie wouldn't have been fair. Ours is not a lavish film with exaggerated action and make believe song sequences. So we aren't going to cheat people by artificially over packaging the movie. Such a story needs to be handled with care. No flashy cuts needed here.
Meanwhile we are joined in by director Shimit Amin, who displays a silent air of confidence around his film.
With no offense to Ranbir's huge box-office draw - after making a landmark film with Shah Rukh Khan it would have been an obvious choice to make another SRK film. Why didn't you take forward the Chak De! India association?
Shimit: We would love to work with Shah Rukh Khan all the time. And I am sure he would have done Rocket Singh Salesman of the Year very well. But it wouldn't have a right. This movie demands Ranbir.
The used car salesman is a prototype Hollywood character. Since you have stayed in America, did any of those 'smooth talking' elements influence you?
Shimit: It was basically Jaideep Sahni's concoction about the salesman culture of India. It's completely unique and has a milieu of it its own. I think this is true for the entire Indian middle class, which throws up so many exciting situations to refer upon.
Encounter cop, Hockey coach and now salesman. Do you pick a profession first and then the script?
Shimit: No, nothing of that sort. It's basically about finding the right script that excites you. And believe me it is very hard to find a story that appeals to you to the extent that you go ahead making a film.
This one's for both of you. A salesman is usually an unwanted entity who calls or rings the bell at the most inappropriate hours. Did you'll judge the mindset of a pesky salesman and the way you'll would respond to one?
Shimit: This bit is touched upon in the story. But it's not the only thing in the film.
Ranbir: Obviously we all tend to get a bit irritated when you are in the middle of 100 things and you get a sales call. But after doing this film I have begun to respect the skills of a salesman, a lot more. And next time onwards I think all of us should take a minute and hear the person out with a cool head. He is after all doing his job.
Finally Ranbir, how is the association with Yash Raj Films. You seem to be becoming a new favourite here.
Ranbir: This is family. My mom and dad have done so many films with them. And now I am doing some interesting work here. The banner's biggest strength is its working environment. Despite being such a huge name, they don't behave like or perceive themselves as some hotshot corporate entity. Yash Raj Films has the personal touch.
(Buzz 18)
Why YRF slashes Rocket Singh's publicity budget
With Ranbir Kapoor on a lucky streak at the B-O, Rocket Singh Salesman of the Year producer, Yash Raj Films has decided to cut down the budget for the film's publicity and let Ranbir's presence see them through.
On a roll
The decision was taken after Ranbir's last two films -- Wake Up Sid and Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani were well appreciated.
A source reveals, "YRF had kept aside a sum close to Rs 5 crore for the film's publicity. But when Ajab came out earlier this month and was liked, the think-tanks at the production house decided to tone down the publicity budget to a mere Rs 2 crore and are confident enough that the film will do well purely on its own merits and Ranbir's presence."
A spokesperson for YRF maintains, "The publicity budget for Rocket Singh has not been slashed for any reason whatsoever. Each film has its promotional strategy."
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On a roll
The decision was taken after Ranbir's last two films -- Wake Up Sid and Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani were well appreciated.
A source reveals, "YRF had kept aside a sum close to Rs 5 crore for the film's publicity. But when Ajab came out earlier this month and was liked, the think-tanks at the production house decided to tone down the publicity budget to a mere Rs 2 crore and are confident enough that the film will do well purely on its own merits and Ranbir's presence."
A spokesperson for YRF maintains, "The publicity budget for Rocket Singh has not been slashed for any reason whatsoever. Each film has its promotional strategy."
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Knock Knock...Salesman Ranbir Kapoor arrived!
Everyone who has been waiting with bated breath to have a glimpse of the Salesman of the year Ranbir Kapoor...oops ROCKET SINGH can heave a sigh of relief. As the long wait is finally over and Salesman ROCKET SINGH is at your doorstep!
Well the makers have unveiled the first look poster of their upcoming film ROCKET SINGH - SALESMAN OF THE YEAR, where one can see Ranbir Kapoor in the garb of Salesman. Carrying that cheerful smile on the face and flaunting a positive attitude in the body language, Ranbir approaches in a pucca Salesman style.
Ranbir shows his visiting card, which reads - Yash Chopra presents ROCKET SINGH - SALESMAN OF THE YEAR. Directed by Shimit Amin the film is produced by Aditya Chopra and written by Jaideep Sahni. Starring debutante Shahzahn Padamsee alongside ROCKET SINGH is all set to release on 11th December 2009.
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Ranbir in Aditya Chopra's Next ?
Filmmaker Aditya Chopra who worked with SRK in all his directorial ventures - Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, Mohabbatein and Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, has roped in Ranbir Kapoor for his forthcoming film. Apparently Shah Rukh Khan's date diary is full for two years.
It would be the third Yash Raj movie for Kapoor junior. He has worked in YRF's Bachna Ae Haseeno and upcoming Rocket Singh Salesman of the Year.
It seems, Aditya wants to re-create the magic of Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jaayenge. That's why he's making a bubbly love story this time and Ranbir fits the bill.
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It would be the third Yash Raj movie for Kapoor junior. He has worked in YRF's Bachna Ae Haseeno and upcoming Rocket Singh Salesman of the Year.
It seems, Aditya wants to re-create the magic of Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jaayenge. That's why he's making a bubbly love story this time and Ranbir fits the bill.
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Shahzaan is just crazy about kiss with Ranbir
Actress Shazahn Padamsee just can't stop talking about her kiss with Ranbir Kapoor. The actress is just in awe of Ranbir Kapoor. She is very excited as this was her first on scren kiss.
And why should she not be. A girl getting a chance to kiss the sexy heartthorob our very own towel boy who makes girls go weak in their knees is just something you would love to shout out to world.
The kiss was shooted for their upcoming ‘Rocket Singh’ which is directed by Shimit Amin’.
The scene is not an integral part of the film but only a dream sequence. Ranbir kiss Shazahn in his dream.
According to a source, "Shazahn and Ranbir have amazing chemistry in the film. In fact, she even casually admitted on the sets how she has a crush on Ranbir.
After the shoot got over, Shazahn was seen talking on the phone telling friends how she had kissed Ranbir."
Ranbir is a real charmer, Bipasha has herself said that Ranbir is a real sexy youth icon. Deepika has to work up her charms on Ranbir so that nobody else can charm away her sexy charmer.
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First Look of 'Rocket Singh – Salesman of the Year'
Rocket Singh – Salesman of the Year went on floors on May 2, 2009. This marks the coming together once again of the “Chak De India” Director/Writer combination of Shimit Amin & Jaideep Sahni in a funny & exhilarating coming of age movie, set in the new Indian economy. The extremely popular and talented Ranbir Kapoor plays the lead role as the salesman of the year. This Yash Raj Films movie is set to release in December 2009.
image courtsy : yrf (taken from msn)
image courtsy : yrf (taken from msn)
Sonam snubs Ranbir, walks out of Shimit Amin`s film
Sonam Kapoor does not believe in second chances. The actress, whose first flick ‘Saawariya’ with the light-eyed hottie of Bollywood Ranbir fizzled out with a trace at the BO, is in no mood to give their onscreen chemistry another go. Even if it means turning down the hot combo of erstwhile banner Yash Raj and acclaimed director Shimit Amin, Sonam sticks to her ‘no Ranbir’ stance.
Sonam whose debut flick with Deepika’s baby Ranbir sparked countless theories of reported heartache that she suffered at the hands of the dishy actor is taking all steps possible to keep Ranbir at bay.
According to sources, this is the second time that Sonam has turned down a flick that pairs her opposite the actor. The sassy babe had previously walked out of a Vicky Singh's Mera Jahaan co-starring Ranbir. Though, the sultry babe has not stated any reasons for her refusal as yet, it is learnt that Sonam does not want to be involved with any project that has Ranbir.
A news daily even quoted an insider as saying, "Ranbir's name figured in Shimit's film from the beginning. Sonam was pencilled in on later. Both had given their consent but Sonam had second thoughts and excused herself."
Like the say once bitten twice shy, Sonam Kapoor has surely learnt her lessons.
(Spicezee Bureau - Zee News)
Sonam whose debut flick with Deepika’s baby Ranbir sparked countless theories of reported heartache that she suffered at the hands of the dishy actor is taking all steps possible to keep Ranbir at bay.
According to sources, this is the second time that Sonam has turned down a flick that pairs her opposite the actor. The sassy babe had previously walked out of a Vicky Singh's Mera Jahaan co-starring Ranbir. Though, the sultry babe has not stated any reasons for her refusal as yet, it is learnt that Sonam does not want to be involved with any project that has Ranbir.
A news daily even quoted an insider as saying, "Ranbir's name figured in Shimit's film from the beginning. Sonam was pencilled in on later. Both had given their consent but Sonam had second thoughts and excused herself."
Like the say once bitten twice shy, Sonam Kapoor has surely learnt her lessons.
(Spicezee Bureau - Zee News)
Ranbir In Chak De India Directors Next
Ranbir Kapoor will star in Shimit Amin's next directorial venture after Chak De India.
The film is a romantic film and will be produced by Aditya Chopra. Reports suggest that Aditya Chopra is so impressed with Ranbir's work in Bachna Ae Haseeno that when Shimit Amin suggest Ranbir's name for his film, Aditya agreed immediately.
Bachna Ae Haseeno is carrying excellent reports with the music likely to be amongst the best of 2008.
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The film is a romantic film and will be produced by Aditya Chopra. Reports suggest that Aditya Chopra is so impressed with Ranbir's work in Bachna Ae Haseeno that when Shimit Amin suggest Ranbir's name for his film, Aditya agreed immediately.
Bachna Ae Haseeno is carrying excellent reports with the music likely to be amongst the best of 2008.
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Ranbir Kapoor says Bachna Ae Haseenon
Ranbir Kapoor's post-Saawariya project, a romantic musical for Yash Raj Films, had been struggling to find an appropriate title. Finally, it has one - Bachna Ae Haseenon, which harks back to his father's chartbuster."But I don't think we decided to name the film Bachna Ae Haseenon to suggest a link with my past. Sure, the song was a big R.D. Burman chartbuster in its time. My dad, mom and I are all huge fans of RDB," Ranbir told IANS.
"My parents' biggest hits were composed by him. But more than the instant connectivity, I think the title was selected because it's very apt for my film. It's about this guy's journey in life and his different encounters with various women," he added.
The film, which has the young superstar courting Bipasha Basu, Minissha Lamba and Deepika Padukone, is 60 percent complete and is expected to open on Aug 15.
(Sify)
Deepika and Ranbir share Cold vibes on the sets !
Ex-lovers Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone are having a tough time being cordial after an argument on the sets of the untitled Yash Raj film they are shooting for in Australia . After they parted, the two newbies remained friends and were looking forward to working together but the vibes between them are far from friendly.
A source from Sydney reveals that Ranbir and Deepika are barely cordial to each other. The reason is a stand off that happened soon after they landed in Australia for shooting.
A source says, “Everything was fine between them when the shoot started. Ranbir and Deepika would hang out together, and talk like old friends. However that has gradually changed and now they interact only for work purposes.”
The problem began when Deepika felt the Kapoor boy was being aloof. An unitwalla adds, “Ranbir isn't the sorts who sits and gossips for hours between breaks. He sits in his van and watches movies or chats on the phone. This irked Deepika, who felt given their history, he should spent time with her.”
What made matters worse between these debutantes of 2007 was the OSO girl's excessive ragging of Ranbir. She often teased him about his various link-ups and whatever she was talking behind his back came back to Ranbir.
As a result Ranbir confronted Deepika and asked her to stop pulling his leg and discussing his love life with others on the sets. She denied gossiping about it and this led to a heated argument. Since that day Ranbir and Deepika have kept their distance from each other. They come together for shots but don't talk or hang out otherwise,” concludes the source.
(Indiatarget)
A source from Sydney reveals that Ranbir and Deepika are barely cordial to each other. The reason is a stand off that happened soon after they landed in Australia for shooting.
A source says, “Everything was fine between them when the shoot started. Ranbir and Deepika would hang out together, and talk like old friends. However that has gradually changed and now they interact only for work purposes.”
The problem began when Deepika felt the Kapoor boy was being aloof. An unitwalla adds, “Ranbir isn't the sorts who sits and gossips for hours between breaks. He sits in his van and watches movies or chats on the phone. This irked Deepika, who felt given their history, he should spent time with her.”
What made matters worse between these debutantes of 2007 was the OSO girl's excessive ragging of Ranbir. She often teased him about his various link-ups and whatever she was talking behind his back came back to Ranbir.
As a result Ranbir confronted Deepika and asked her to stop pulling his leg and discussing his love life with others on the sets. She denied gossiping about it and this led to a heated argument. Since that day Ranbir and Deepika have kept their distance from each other. They come together for shots but don't talk or hang out otherwise,” concludes the source.
(Indiatarget)
Ranbir scores a four in second film
Acting definitely is boy du jour Ranbir Kapoor’s métier. The ‘butt’ilicious actor has packed in a commendable performance in his grand debut film, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Saawariya , never mind the Censor Board snipping off his towel dropping scene in the film.
The film is not even a week old at the box office and Ranbir has already started work on his next with Yash Raj films. The as-yet-untitled film, which is a romantic comedy directed by Siddharth Anand of Salaam Namaste fame, has Ranbir romancing Bipasha Basu, Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone and Minissha Lamba.
Not bad at all for someone who’s just started out! But then again, he is a Kapoor. “I’m very happy to be working with a very talented team of people and shooting for Siddharth’s film starts at the end of the month. What can I say except that I am very lucky to be romancing these gorgeous women on screen!” says the slick ‘n’ suave actor with a disarming smile.
And what about reports about him replacing Shah Rukh Khan in Raj Kumar Hirani’s next? “I don’t know about that because I haven’t signed the film yet,” he says.
The film is not even a week old at the box office and Ranbir has already started work on his next with Yash Raj films. The as-yet-untitled film, which is a romantic comedy directed by Siddharth Anand of Salaam Namaste fame, has Ranbir romancing Bipasha Basu, Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone and Minissha Lamba.
Not bad at all for someone who’s just started out! But then again, he is a Kapoor. “I’m very happy to be working with a very talented team of people and shooting for Siddharth’s film starts at the end of the month. What can I say except that I am very lucky to be romancing these gorgeous women on screen!” says the slick ‘n’ suave actor with a disarming smile.
And what about reports about him replacing Shah Rukh Khan in Raj Kumar Hirani’s next? “I don’t know about that because I haven’t signed the film yet,” he says.
Ranbir Kapoor signs a Yash Raj film
Mumbai, June 03: It's official. Siddharth Anand, whose new film "Ta Ra Rum Pum" has done decently at the box-office, is on to a much bigger project. He has been given the task of directing Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh's son in his post-debut film.
Confirming this, Siddharth says: "Yes I'm definitely directing Ranbir in his and my next film. We're currently locking on the rest of the cast. In fact Ranbir is the only actor we've decided on." Ranbir's debut film is the eagerly awaited Sanjay Leela Bhansali opus "Saawariya" which opens this Diwali. But doesn't Siddharth feel burdened with the responsibility of directing this much-anticipated debutant in his crucial post-debut film? "No! That's the challenge that I look forward to. I agree it's a big responsibility to direct the follow-up film to such a big debut. But I'd like to treat every film, mine or my actor's, as a debut and give it my best shot."
The director and the newcomer are family friends. "I've known Ranbir since childhood. We've virtually grown up together. We had decided we'd work together. Ranbir is the best-suited actor for the role that I've in mind. He's as excited about the script and the film as we at Yash Raj are. "It's very motivating for a filmmaker to have an actor so enthusiastic about a project. I'm loving every moment of this new challenge."
Yash Raj Films has done some of Ranbir's father, Rishi Kapoor's, finest films like "Kabhi Kabhie", "Hum Tum" and "Fanaa". Now it's the son's turn. Bureau Report
Confirming this, Siddharth says: "Yes I'm definitely directing Ranbir in his and my next film. We're currently locking on the rest of the cast. In fact Ranbir is the only actor we've decided on." Ranbir's debut film is the eagerly awaited Sanjay Leela Bhansali opus "Saawariya" which opens this Diwali. But doesn't Siddharth feel burdened with the responsibility of directing this much-anticipated debutant in his crucial post-debut film? "No! That's the challenge that I look forward to. I agree it's a big responsibility to direct the follow-up film to such a big debut. But I'd like to treat every film, mine or my actor's, as a debut and give it my best shot."
The director and the newcomer are family friends. "I've known Ranbir since childhood. We've virtually grown up together. We had decided we'd work together. Ranbir is the best-suited actor for the role that I've in mind. He's as excited about the script and the film as we at Yash Raj are. "It's very motivating for a filmmaker to have an actor so enthusiastic about a project. I'm loving every moment of this new challenge."
Yash Raj Films has done some of Ranbir's father, Rishi Kapoor's, finest films like "Kabhi Kabhie", "Hum Tum" and "Fanaa". Now it's the son's turn. Bureau Report
Ranbir, Katrina to pair up?
Noyon Jyoti Parasara
‘Ta Ra Rum Pum’ is yet to get off the theatres, but director Siddharth Anand is already busy readying the cast of his next movie.
Anand has just finished the script of his next movie which will also be produced under the Yash Raj banner. This will be the third film and final for him under Yash Raj after ‘Salaam Namaste ‘and ‘Ta Ra Rum Pum’ as part of the contract.
We tracked him down for a couple of answers. “Yes, I have just finished my script a couple of days back. But it’s too early to talk about it right now,” says Anand. But what about rumours that he has already signed in Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif for the lead roles? “Well… talks with Ranbir are very premature right now to declare anything. It should finalise in a week’s time,” says Anand.
Well, the reply certainly clarifies that he is indeed keen on signing up Ranbir for the lead role. After all even Ranbir’s daddy dearest Rishi Kapoor did mention that they were trying to sign up a good fresh director to take Ranbir’s career ahead. That’s one more film for Rishi Kapoor’s son who will be making his debut with Bhansali’s ‘Saawariya’. He has already been signed for at least two more films even before his first release.
Seems like the industry is pretty impressed with the latest Kapoor from the famous Bollywood family!
‘Ta Ra Rum Pum’ is yet to get off the theatres, but director Siddharth Anand is already busy readying the cast of his next movie.
Anand has just finished the script of his next movie which will also be produced under the Yash Raj banner. This will be the third film and final for him under Yash Raj after ‘Salaam Namaste ‘and ‘Ta Ra Rum Pum’ as part of the contract.
We tracked him down for a couple of answers. “Yes, I have just finished my script a couple of days back. But it’s too early to talk about it right now,” says Anand. But what about rumours that he has already signed in Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif for the lead roles? “Well… talks with Ranbir are very premature right now to declare anything. It should finalise in a week’s time,” says Anand.
Well, the reply certainly clarifies that he is indeed keen on signing up Ranbir for the lead role. After all even Ranbir’s daddy dearest Rishi Kapoor did mention that they were trying to sign up a good fresh director to take Ranbir’s career ahead. That’s one more film for Rishi Kapoor’s son who will be making his debut with Bhansali’s ‘Saawariya’. He has already been signed for at least two more films even before his first release.
Seems like the industry is pretty impressed with the latest Kapoor from the famous Bollywood family!
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