(Mumbai Mirror)
Under the tutelage of Transformers action director Conrad Palmisano, the actress is busy doing some daredevil stunts
He directed Sheila LeBeouf's stunts in Transformers. Nicolas Cage, too, is busy learning his action sequences from him for his forthcoming film Seeking Justice. But currently, Hollywood action director Conrad Palmisano is busy helping Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan perform some daredevil stunts on the sets of Kabir Khan's Ek Tha Tiger in Cuba. And Mumbai Mirror has learnt that Katrina under the tutelage of Conrad is busy performing what a member of the Cuban unit describes as the 'real thing'.
The real thing is 'scary' but Katrina isn't afraid. Talking about her stunts, Katrina said, "It's scary. But it is also great fun. I've only done very delicate feminine roles till now. This is a new challenge for me. I guess that's what I'm looking for at this stage of my career."
A unit member informed Mumbai Mirror, "Katrina is really pushing herself to perform stunts that are generally done by male actors. She has been doing free-falls and midair fights with Salman."
Apparently, action director Conrad had initially suggested something 'softer' for Katrina. "Two very different sets of stunts were planned for Katrina and Salman. But Kat was too excited and wanted to do whatever Salman was doing. Conrad finally gave in to her wishes," added the unit member.
Katrina in fact has been getting up really early to practice her stunts under the Cuban sun. "She wakes up at the crack of dawn. And she gets down to serious business. She practices every sequence."
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Check Out: Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif on sets of Ek Tha Tiger
(By Bollywood Hungama News Network)
After the success of Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, Katrina Kaif has started shooting for another YRF production Ek Tha Tiger with Salman Khan. This is Katrina's third film with YRF banner and Salman's first. Ek Tha Tiger is directed by Kabir Khan, who earlier made Kabul Express and New York for YRF.
Katrina and Salman were spotted shooting for the film at Trinity College, Dublin. Bollywood Hungama brings you a few stills of the actors on the sets of this Kabir Khan film.
Katrina and Salman were spotted shooting for the film at Trinity College, Dublin. Bollywood Hungama brings you a few stills of the actors on the sets of this Kabir Khan film.
I am Katrina’s bodyguard: Salman Khan
Katrina Kaif readily agreed to shake a leg for Bodyguard’s title number, and didn’t even ask for a fee. Not surprisingly, her ‘friend’ Salman Khan also refers to her as part of his family. With this item number, the rumoured ex couple are back on screen together after Yuvvraj (2008), and rumours about their reunion are running strong again.
Ask Salman about it and he shoots back, “What’s there to react? Katrina and I are also doing Ek Tha Tiger together. Likhne waale likhenge jo unka man karega (those who have to write will write whatever they want); they have time to write such things. Why should I waste my energy on it? We would rather work harder on our films.”
A few days back, a tabloid quoted Katrina as saying thus: ‘I can’t deny my equation with him (Salman) has changed.’ But Salman isn’t amused. “What equation? I really don’t know what she said. As far as I am concerned, our equation is absolutely the same as earlier,” says the Dabangg (2010) star.
But doesn’t Salman feel such reports stem from the fact that they were in a relationship earlier? “Did I say so? Or did she say so?” he questions. “We’ve always maintained that we’re good friends and get along absolutely fine.”
And even as they shoot for Kabir Khan’s Ek Tha Tiger, Kat has stated that she’s comfortable working with him. “Yes, she is very comfortable with me and my entire family. In fact, she is a part of the family. We have known her for the longest time now,” says Salman, adding further in jest, “Like in the movie, I play Kareena’s character’s bodyguard, like that I am Katrina’s bodyguard.”
(Extract from : HT Interview by Prashant Singh)
Ask Salman about it and he shoots back, “What’s there to react? Katrina and I are also doing Ek Tha Tiger together. Likhne waale likhenge jo unka man karega (those who have to write will write whatever they want); they have time to write such things. Why should I waste my energy on it? We would rather work harder on our films.”
A few days back, a tabloid quoted Katrina as saying thus: ‘I can’t deny my equation with him (Salman) has changed.’ But Salman isn’t amused. “What equation? I really don’t know what she said. As far as I am concerned, our equation is absolutely the same as earlier,” says the Dabangg (2010) star.
But doesn’t Salman feel such reports stem from the fact that they were in a relationship earlier? “Did I say so? Or did she say so?” he questions. “We’ve always maintained that we’re good friends and get along absolutely fine.”
And even as they shoot for Kabir Khan’s Ek Tha Tiger, Kat has stated that she’s comfortable working with him. “Yes, she is very comfortable with me and my entire family. In fact, she is a part of the family. We have known her for the longest time now,” says Salman, adding further in jest, “Like in the movie, I play Kareena’s character’s bodyguard, like that I am Katrina’s bodyguard.”
(Extract from : HT Interview by Prashant Singh)
Will Salman enjoy 'Bourne' inspired action in Ek Tha Tiger?
With Ready being a blockbuster success, Chillar Party out of his way and shooting of Bodyguard over, Salman Khan is now all set to step into one of his biggest films till date - Ek Tha Tiger. While a lot has been said and written about the film bringing back Salman together with Katrina Kaif, what has further added to the intrigue is the thriller base of the film. The latest development in this direction is that Yash Raj Films and director Kabir Khan would be shooting some of the key sequences of Ek Tha Tiger in the same style that would remind film buffs of thriller Bourne series.
"It is a known fact that Salman would be travelling across globe for Ek Tha Tiger which would be shot at various unseen exotic locations. This is similar to thrillers like Bourne series which again required it's lead protagonist to get into globe trotting mode", comments a source.
So while the makers have emphasized on the fact that at the core of it Ek Tha Tiger is a romantic thriller, Kabir's penchant for shooting his films abroad has made one expect a slick thriller in a similar format as Bourne.
"If you see my earlier films like Kabul Express and New York, you would agree that locations were important characters there. I couldn't have set films anywhere else but these countries. Similarly even for Ek Tha Tiger, I am not going to four countries just because either I want to travel or my producers are willing to spend a fortune on the film", says Kabir Khan who is gearing up to kick-start the first schedule of his most expensive film till date.
The source adds, "The film is an international thriller and Bhai is quite kicked about starting it soon. He himself is quite fascinated by the Bourne touch here. He understands though that from the core story and plot perspective, there is nothing common between Ek Tha Tiger and Bourne films. Still the very fact that even Bourne was required to traverse the entire globe on a mission, even Ek Tha Tiger follows suit. This is for the first time ever in over two decade career that Salman would be travelling so extensively for a film of his."
On asked to comment on the Bourne influence on Ek Tha Tiger, Rafiq Gangjee of Yash Raj Films said, "The only similarity between the two films may probably be the style of some of the action, nothing more than that."
With Kabir sounding pretty excited about taking his thriller across the globe, one can only expect the drama to intensify in months to come.
(By Joginder Tuteja, Bollywood hungama)
"It is a known fact that Salman would be travelling across globe for Ek Tha Tiger which would be shot at various unseen exotic locations. This is similar to thrillers like Bourne series which again required it's lead protagonist to get into globe trotting mode", comments a source.
So while the makers have emphasized on the fact that at the core of it Ek Tha Tiger is a romantic thriller, Kabir's penchant for shooting his films abroad has made one expect a slick thriller in a similar format as Bourne.
"If you see my earlier films like Kabul Express and New York, you would agree that locations were important characters there. I couldn't have set films anywhere else but these countries. Similarly even for Ek Tha Tiger, I am not going to four countries just because either I want to travel or my producers are willing to spend a fortune on the film", says Kabir Khan who is gearing up to kick-start the first schedule of his most expensive film till date.
The source adds, "The film is an international thriller and Bhai is quite kicked about starting it soon. He himself is quite fascinated by the Bourne touch here. He understands though that from the core story and plot perspective, there is nothing common between Ek Tha Tiger and Bourne films. Still the very fact that even Bourne was required to traverse the entire globe on a mission, even Ek Tha Tiger follows suit. This is for the first time ever in over two decade career that Salman would be travelling so extensively for a film of his."
On asked to comment on the Bourne influence on Ek Tha Tiger, Rafiq Gangjee of Yash Raj Films said, "The only similarity between the two films may probably be the style of some of the action, nothing more than that."
With Kabir sounding pretty excited about taking his thriller across the globe, one can only expect the drama to intensify in months to come.
(By Joginder Tuteja, Bollywood hungama)
Salman Khan to shoot in Iraq
The YRF project, Ek Tha Tiger, is taking the genre of a romantic thriller to a whole new level. The Salman Khan Katrina Kaif starrer directed by Kabir Khan, would be the first Bollywood film to be shot in Iraq.
For obvious reasons, acquiring the permission has been quite a feat. Reportedly, YRF sent a letter to the Iraqi government a few months ago, requesting for permission to shoot a major action sequence in the country with Salman.
Not only has the government granted filming permissions, but has also made provisions to ensure the security of the cast and crew. And to top it off, the government has made arrangements for the crew to commute by helicopter from one shooting location to another.
Our source told us, "It was expected that the permission would be granted. We guess Iraq wants to convey loud and clear that all is well in their country."
However, as with most decisions that affect the Dabangg man, the move to approach the Iraqi government did not happen before Kabir and YRF sought Salman's permission. The source added, "Salman is extremely excited about shooting in Iraq. When Kabir Khan told him about the schedule in Iraq, he immediately agreed."
The director is scheduled to leave for Iraq today to scout around for the exact locations for shoot. The source explained, "He will be zeroing down on the spots where Salman will shoot. He will return in a week. After that, he will go to Iraq with Salman, in August."
Unfortunately, Salman, who will have to stay in the country for a minimum of eight days for the action sequence, will experience this rare opportunity solo, as his off-screen ex-girlfriend and the film's lead actress, Katrina Kaif, will not be needed for the shoot.
(VICKEY LALWANI , Mumbai Mirror)
For obvious reasons, acquiring the permission has been quite a feat. Reportedly, YRF sent a letter to the Iraqi government a few months ago, requesting for permission to shoot a major action sequence in the country with Salman.
Not only has the government granted filming permissions, but has also made provisions to ensure the security of the cast and crew. And to top it off, the government has made arrangements for the crew to commute by helicopter from one shooting location to another.
Our source told us, "It was expected that the permission would be granted. We guess Iraq wants to convey loud and clear that all is well in their country."
However, as with most decisions that affect the Dabangg man, the move to approach the Iraqi government did not happen before Kabir and YRF sought Salman's permission. The source added, "Salman is extremely excited about shooting in Iraq. When Kabir Khan told him about the schedule in Iraq, he immediately agreed."
The director is scheduled to leave for Iraq today to scout around for the exact locations for shoot. The source explained, "He will be zeroing down on the spots where Salman will shoot. He will return in a week. After that, he will go to Iraq with Salman, in August."
Unfortunately, Salman, who will have to stay in the country for a minimum of eight days for the action sequence, will experience this rare opportunity solo, as his off-screen ex-girlfriend and the film's lead actress, Katrina Kaif, will not be needed for the shoot.
(VICKEY LALWANI , Mumbai Mirror)
Katrina's the mediator!
Salman Khan hasn't worked with director Kabir Khan and producer Aditya Chopra before and we hear that the situation is kind of awkward for the duo who will soon start filming Ek Tha Tiger which also stars Katrina Kaif.
Since Salman is not a phone person, Adi seems to have decided that the best way to communicate with his hero is through Kat.
Since Kat shares a good bond with the having worked with them before, she doesn't mind playing the messenger between them and her ex-boyfriend. Buzz is that both Khan and Chopra haven't really opened up to each other. Perhaps it has something to do with the producer being close to his rival SRK. We are sure things will improve once they begin shooting for the film.
(TOI)
Since Salman is not a phone person, Adi seems to have decided that the best way to communicate with his hero is through Kat.
Since Kat shares a good bond with the having worked with them before, she doesn't mind playing the messenger between them and her ex-boyfriend. Buzz is that both Khan and Chopra haven't really opened up to each other. Perhaps it has something to do with the producer being close to his rival SRK. We are sure things will improve once they begin shooting for the film.
(TOI)
Did YRF first offer Ek Tha Tiger to Shah Rukh Khan?
Yash Raj Films probably made one of the biggest announcements last week when they signed Salman Khan along with Katrina Kaif for Kabir Khan's directorial venture Ek Tha Tiger. The news was indeed big as it is the first time Salman is working with Yash Raj Films.
However, not many people know that the same film had earlier been offered to YRF favourite and Salman's rival Shah Rukh Khan who unfortunately couldn't take it up due to date issues. King Khan in a recent interview has confirmed the same and has said that he doesn't have any regrets that YRF have now gone ahead and signed Salman for the project. However, it remains to be seen if Sallu was aware of this fact before signing the project.
(By Bollywood Hungama News Network)
However, not many people know that the same film had earlier been offered to YRF favourite and Salman's rival Shah Rukh Khan who unfortunately couldn't take it up due to date issues. King Khan in a recent interview has confirmed the same and has said that he doesn't have any regrets that YRF have now gone ahead and signed Salman for the project. However, it remains to be seen if Sallu was aware of this fact before signing the project.
(By Bollywood Hungama News Network)
Is Yash Raj Bending Their Rules For Salman?
Yash Raj Films is apparently bending their rules for Salman Khan.
A source from the unit of his film Ek Tha Tiger with Kabir Khan revealed that the actor will be allowed to park his personal vanity van in the studios.
Usually YRF doesn't allow outside vans to come in their compound. But Sallu made it very clear that he would be doing this project totally on his rules.
The source said, "Salman doesn't understand the old school dynamics of the production house and they aren't familiar with his mood swings and demands. There will be friction, but at the end of the day they want to put of a successful film, so issues will be resolved and put aside."
(Mid-Day.com)
A source from the unit of his film Ek Tha Tiger with Kabir Khan revealed that the actor will be allowed to park his personal vanity van in the studios.
Usually YRF doesn't allow outside vans to come in their compound. But Sallu made it very clear that he would be doing this project totally on his rules.
The source said, "Salman doesn't understand the old school dynamics of the production house and they aren't familiar with his mood swings and demands. There will be friction, but at the end of the day they want to put of a successful film, so issues will be resolved and put aside."
(Mid-Day.com)
SALMAN KHAN & KATRINA KAIF TEAM UP FOR YASH RAJ FILMS
Yash Raj Films is pleased to announce its next project. Directed by Kabir Khan and Produced by Aditya Chopra, the romantic-thriller "EK THA TIGER", stars Salman Khan & Katrina Kaif in the lead roles.
Yash Chopra, speaking about the project, said it was a very happy moment for him. "Everyone knows my association with Salim saab, having worked together on Deewaar, Trishul and Kaala Patthar. It is a very happy moment for me and YRF to have his son Salman with us for the first time. Over the years, Salman has become a very matured and talented actor and both he and the beautiful Katrina have a tremendous connect with their audiences. Combined with Kabir's edgy directorial skills, we can all look forward to a thrilling film. I really loved the script which is based on a story written by Adi and I am sure that the whole team will do an excellent job on this project."
Salman Khan was also honoured to be working with YRF for the first time. He said, “In the past Adi and I have met a few times on various projects but somehow, when Kabir and he came to me with this particular story, we all just knew that this was the one. It is a very ambitious project and will be a challenge for all of us, but that's exactly what makes it such a big draw. Above all this, I’m honoured to be working with Yashji, who has worked so closely with my Dad in the past.”"
The story is by Aditya Chopra and the Screenplay & Dialogues have been written by Kabir Khan and Neelesh Misra. Aseem Mishra, who has worked with Kabir on New York, will be the DOP. The music will be scored by Pritam.
The film starts shooting early July and is slated for a mid-2012 release.
(YRF)
"Yes, I'm doing Kabir Khan's film" - Salman Khan
"I don't want to wear red underwear outside to be a Super Man, I just want to be Sal-Man," Salman Khan famously said at the music launch of Ready recently. In a Bollywood Hungama Exclusive Video Interview, Khan put the record straight once-n-for-all by saying, "Ya I am doing Kabir Khan's film." Is it a super hero film? "No, it is not a super hero film. It is a hero's film," Salman said. On being asked if Katrina Kaif is paired with him in Kabir Khan's film, Salman nodded in affirmation.
(By Faridoon Shahryar | Bollywood Hungama)
(By Faridoon Shahryar | Bollywood Hungama)
Show me Aamir's contract: Salman
Even though Salman Khan agreed to work with Aditya Chopra for Kabir Khan's film, the actor who is childlike and straight-forward is sceptical of working with people outside his own comfort zone.
In other words, Salman is happier working with family and close friends because then he doesn't have to bother with things like remuneration and other details. His family (read: dad Salim Khan) protects him.
A source says, "However when it came to drawing up a contract for Adi's film (read: SRK's buddy), bhai was hesitant. He allegedly requested his manager to get him a copy of Aamir Khan's Dhoom-3 contract with the Chopras. Aamir's contract then became the template for bhai with some minor changes like the actual remuneration figure, release date etc."
Salman and Aamir are very close. They do confer with one another on several personal and professional issues. Neither of the two superstars is comfortable talking about their relationship, however one gets the feeling that they "lookout" for each other.
(TOI)
In other words, Salman is happier working with family and close friends because then he doesn't have to bother with things like remuneration and other details. His family (read: dad Salim Khan) protects him.
A source says, "However when it came to drawing up a contract for Adi's film (read: SRK's buddy), bhai was hesitant. He allegedly requested his manager to get him a copy of Aamir Khan's Dhoom-3 contract with the Chopras. Aamir's contract then became the template for bhai with some minor changes like the actual remuneration figure, release date etc."
Salman and Aamir are very close. They do confer with one another on several personal and professional issues. Neither of the two superstars is comfortable talking about their relationship, however one gets the feeling that they "lookout" for each other.
(TOI)
Salman, Katrina back together!
Finally, after much speculation over who the leading lady will be in Kabir Khan's directorial next with Salman in the lead, Katrina Kaif has officially landed the role.
Salman Khan who had a few objections to Kat being in the film (Mumbai Mirror, March 29) has automatically resolved the same. A source close to the film confirmed, "Katrina and Salman are still very good friends. There is no animosity now."
Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra were also being considered for the role. "But obviously, the role suits Katrina better. Moreover, having worked with Kabir Khan, she is Kabir's favourite; they share a very good equation," added the source.
All said and done, this year seems to be turning out really well for the Kaif girl. She now has a film with not just Salman in his post Dabangg glory but also with Shah Rukh to be directed by none other than Yash Chopra himself.
Katrina remained unavailable for comment when contacted.
(Mumbai Mirror)
Salman Khan who had a few objections to Kat being in the film (Mumbai Mirror, March 29) has automatically resolved the same. A source close to the film confirmed, "Katrina and Salman are still very good friends. There is no animosity now."
Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra were also being considered for the role. "But obviously, the role suits Katrina better. Moreover, having worked with Kabir Khan, she is Kabir's favourite; they share a very good equation," added the source.
All said and done, this year seems to be turning out really well for the Kaif girl. She now has a film with not just Salman in his post Dabangg glory but also with Shah Rukh to be directed by none other than Yash Chopra himself.
Katrina remained unavailable for comment when contacted.
(Mumbai Mirror)
YRF - Salman film: True picture
Though Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan have worked with Yash Raj Films and will be seen in their forthcoming films as well, Salman Khan had never worked with the Numero Uno production house to date. Of course, there were occasions in the past when the Chopras and the actor had discussed a project or two, but for reasons best known to them, the projects couldn't materialize. But the two parties are likely to shake hands on a new project which will be directed by Kabir Khan.
News is out that Kabir, who has directed KABUL EXPRESS and NEW YORK for YRF, is keen on casting Salman for this film. But here's the true picture: Salman hasn't signed on the dotted line yet. Sure, Salman has agreed in principle, but till the Chopras and Salman put their signatures on paper after working out the modalities, it wouldn't be right to say that he's officially on. Another news doing the rounds is that this one would be a sports-based film. It's not!
With Salman entering the YRF camp [hopefully], the banner is back to making mammoth projects after a hiatus.
(By Taran Adarsh , Bollywoodhungama )
News is out that Kabir, who has directed KABUL EXPRESS and NEW YORK for YRF, is keen on casting Salman for this film. But here's the true picture: Salman hasn't signed on the dotted line yet. Sure, Salman has agreed in principle, but till the Chopras and Salman put their signatures on paper after working out the modalities, it wouldn't be right to say that he's officially on. Another news doing the rounds is that this one would be a sports-based film. It's not!
With Salman entering the YRF camp [hopefully], the banner is back to making mammoth projects after a hiatus.
(By Taran Adarsh , Bollywoodhungama )
YRF offers profit to Salman
On February 8, 2011, Mumbai Mirror broke the story that Salman Khan is not ready to work for Yash Raj Films.
A few days ago, a section of the media reported that the actor has agreed to do Kabir Khan's mega project, which he will direct for YRF.
We now reveal what happened in the interim. The truth is that Salman has still not signed on the dotted line but YRF is leaving no stone unturned to get him on board.
According to sources, like YRF made an exception to get Aamir Khan in Dhoom 3 by agreeing to give him approximately 33 per cent of the share in profits, they will now make a similar one for Sallu.
The buzz in the industry is that YRF has agreed to give an equal share in profits to Salman Khan.
A few days ago, before Salman left for Bangkok to shoot for Aneez Bazmee's Ready, Aditya Chopra and Kabir apparently went to Salman's house to meet him.
The YRF scion made a very tempting offer to Salman, which surprised the actor. The offer was a 33 per cent share in the profits of the film, subject to realisation.
Prior to this meeting, Kabir had met Salman with a narration of the script, which the actor had loved.
Why is Salman still not agreeing to act in the film? "Well, you know how Salman is," says an industry insider, "He will take his own sweet time. Let's just hope that the YRF-Sallu elusive union happens."
While that gets resolved, one thing is clear: that Salman Khan is now in Aamir's league. Meanwhile, in case Sallu signs on the film, you wonder if ex-girlfriend Katrina Kaif would agree to do the film as well. Kabir, who worked with her in New York (2009), shares a great rapport with the actress according to sources. Will the casting coup work out?
When asked for comments, the YRF spokesperson did not deny the story and said, "We are in talks with various actors for our projects, including Kabir's. We shall make an announcement when we finalise the cast."
Sallu's rocky past with YRF
This dates back to the days when Kunal Kohli, swamped with accolades for Fanaa, approached Salman with a script, which the actor did not like.
Kohli, while trying to hard sell his project, told Salman that he was probably making a big mistake by refusing an YRF film.
A furious Salman told Kohli, 'So what if it is a YRF film? I will work with them only if they pay me one rupee more than my current rate'.
Salman had another brush with YRF during Chak De! The actor, who had been approached for it, wanted the climax to be changed. Director Shimit Amin refused.
(TOI)
A few days ago, a section of the media reported that the actor has agreed to do Kabir Khan's mega project, which he will direct for YRF.
We now reveal what happened in the interim. The truth is that Salman has still not signed on the dotted line but YRF is leaving no stone unturned to get him on board.
According to sources, like YRF made an exception to get Aamir Khan in Dhoom 3 by agreeing to give him approximately 33 per cent of the share in profits, they will now make a similar one for Sallu.
The buzz in the industry is that YRF has agreed to give an equal share in profits to Salman Khan.
A few days ago, before Salman left for Bangkok to shoot for Aneez Bazmee's Ready, Aditya Chopra and Kabir apparently went to Salman's house to meet him.
The YRF scion made a very tempting offer to Salman, which surprised the actor. The offer was a 33 per cent share in the profits of the film, subject to realisation.
Prior to this meeting, Kabir had met Salman with a narration of the script, which the actor had loved.
Why is Salman still not agreeing to act in the film? "Well, you know how Salman is," says an industry insider, "He will take his own sweet time. Let's just hope that the YRF-Sallu elusive union happens."
While that gets resolved, one thing is clear: that Salman Khan is now in Aamir's league. Meanwhile, in case Sallu signs on the film, you wonder if ex-girlfriend Katrina Kaif would agree to do the film as well. Kabir, who worked with her in New York (2009), shares a great rapport with the actress according to sources. Will the casting coup work out?
When asked for comments, the YRF spokesperson did not deny the story and said, "We are in talks with various actors for our projects, including Kabir's. We shall make an announcement when we finalise the cast."
Sallu's rocky past with YRF
This dates back to the days when Kunal Kohli, swamped with accolades for Fanaa, approached Salman with a script, which the actor did not like.
Kohli, while trying to hard sell his project, told Salman that he was probably making a big mistake by refusing an YRF film.
A furious Salman told Kohli, 'So what if it is a YRF film? I will work with them only if they pay me one rupee more than my current rate'.
Salman had another brush with YRF during Chak De! The actor, who had been approached for it, wanted the climax to be changed. Director Shimit Amin refused.
(TOI)
Salman and Katrina back together
This time, they will come together for a Yash Raj film, to be directed by Kabir Khan
PS: Katrina Kaif has also given the nod to a YRF film with SRK, to be directed by Yash Chopra
According to highly places sources, Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif will be seen together in a film directed by Kabir Khan, for Yash Raj Films.
She has been signed for two films for the banner. The second one stars Shah Rukh Khan, and will be directed by Yash Chopra.
Says a source, "The film with Shah Rukh will be a romantic one and will go on floor by the end of this year. The SalKat starrer is an action-thriller-romance."
While the SRK-Kat pair is interesting because they've never been paired together in a film, the SalKat jodi is exciting, given their personal history, and their hit films together .
The estranged lovers were last seen together in Tees Maar Khan, in the Walla Walla song.
Salman has stayed away from the YRF banner after the Chak De! controversy.
The film was first offered to him, but the Chopras refused him the price he demanded because they've always paid actors less than their market price, because they are a "prestigious banner."
But that has changed in the last few years, and they have started paying top dollar to the A-List actors.
The banners strategy to work with newcomers didn't really pay off (Lafangey Parindey, Badmaash Company, Rocket Singh Salesman Of The Year), so they are back to wooing big stars.
Aamir Khan being signed for Dhoom 3 is yet another indication of that. He has been paid megabucks. Even Salman is getting his asking price this time.
A source close to Katrina confirms, "She's in talks with Kabir for the project. It's a performance oriented role in the league of New York."
A spokesperson from YRF says, "No cast has been locked for either Yashji or Kabir's film. We would request you to wait for our announcement."
(Mid - Day)
PS: Katrina Kaif has also given the nod to a YRF film with SRK, to be directed by Yash Chopra
According to highly places sources, Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif will be seen together in a film directed by Kabir Khan, for Yash Raj Films.
She has been signed for two films for the banner. The second one stars Shah Rukh Khan, and will be directed by Yash Chopra.
Says a source, "The film with Shah Rukh will be a romantic one and will go on floor by the end of this year. The SalKat starrer is an action-thriller-romance."
While the SRK-Kat pair is interesting because they've never been paired together in a film, the SalKat jodi is exciting, given their personal history, and their hit films together .
The estranged lovers were last seen together in Tees Maar Khan, in the Walla Walla song.
Salman has stayed away from the YRF banner after the Chak De! controversy.
The film was first offered to him, but the Chopras refused him the price he demanded because they've always paid actors less than their market price, because they are a "prestigious banner."
But that has changed in the last few years, and they have started paying top dollar to the A-List actors.
The banners strategy to work with newcomers didn't really pay off (Lafangey Parindey, Badmaash Company, Rocket Singh Salesman Of The Year), so they are back to wooing big stars.
Aamir Khan being signed for Dhoom 3 is yet another indication of that. He has been paid megabucks. Even Salman is getting his asking price this time.
A source close to Katrina confirms, "She's in talks with Kabir for the project. It's a performance oriented role in the league of New York."
A spokesperson from YRF says, "No cast has been locked for either Yashji or Kabir's film. We would request you to wait for our announcement."
(Mid - Day)
Kabir Khan is chasing Salman
Director Kabir wants Salman Khan for his next film with Yash Raj.
PSST! If Sallu says yes, this will be his first film with YRF
Kabir Khan is pursuing Salman Khan for his next Yash Raj Films project. The New York director has expressed keen interest in working with Sallu for his next, a romantic drama.
Apart from Kabir, Aditya Chopra, too, has been sending feelers to the actor to accept the film. This would be SK's first Yash Raj film if he agrees to be a part of it.
Dabangg factor
A source remarks on the development, "Dabangg's success is one of the main reasons for the banner pursuing Salman.
Initially, the director was thinking of casting John Abraham as the main lead, but after Sallu's flick became a smash hit, he decided the Dabangg actor would be a better draw."
The source adds that this isn't the first time SK has been approached for a Yash Raj film. He has been made several offers in the past, but none of them worked out.
"The star has never worked with Aditya Chopra, a slose friend of arch rival Shah Rukh Khan. Before signing the film, Sallu wants to be sure the team is all on the same page, creatively. Kabir has told the star that he can't see anyone else playing the part."
The YRF spokesperson didn't deny the development, adding, "YRF is in conversation with various artistes for our forthcoming slate of films.
We will make our announcements shortly after finalising everything. Till then, all this is mere conjecture."
Rani Mukherjee trying to coax with Salman Khan in YRF
Rani Mukerji has a lot of time due to no film in hand, to sit down and chart out plans for the Chopra camp of which she is an integral part. Sources bilived she is trying her best to coax Salman Khan to work with Yash Raj Films as Aditya Chopra wants him in a YR film.
Salman is one hero who despite having been in the industry for more than 20 years has never once worked with them. Earlier too, during the making of Chak De! India’, Aditya Chopra had first approached Salman for the lead role but since the actor took too long to give the final nod, he went ahead and signed Shah Rukh Khan instead.
But this time with good pal Rani trying to get him in, Salman might probably give it a second thought. And if Sallu says yes, we will get to see the hunk flexing his muscles in Yash Raj’s next venture to be directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya who directed the film Tashan.
by Rajiv Dutta (indiatarget)
Salman is one hero who despite having been in the industry for more than 20 years has never once worked with them. Earlier too, during the making of Chak De! India’, Aditya Chopra had first approached Salman for the lead role but since the actor took too long to give the final nod, he went ahead and signed Shah Rukh Khan instead.
But this time with good pal Rani trying to get him in, Salman might probably give it a second thought. And if Sallu says yes, we will get to see the hunk flexing his muscles in Yash Raj’s next venture to be directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya who directed the film Tashan.
by Rajiv Dutta (indiatarget)
Yash Raj Films denies signing Salman Khan
Bollywood’s prestigious banner Yash Raj Films has denied reports that it has signed Salman Khan for a movie, saying they are “completely baseless”.
It was reported that writer-turned-director Vijay Krishna Acharya, whose directorial debut “Tashan” was produced by the banner, is directing his second film for Yash Raj Films and that Salman would star in it.
“We would like to clarify that this is a completely baseless and incorrect story. Vijay is still in the process of writing his next script for Yash Raj Films. No casting has therefore been done nor has anyone been considered for the same,” stated the banner.
“As and when we do finalise the script and the casting is complete, a suitable announcement will be made,” it added.
Salman, who has worked with almost all the filmmakers in the industry, is yet to be seen in a Yash Raj Films production.
(IANS)
It was reported that writer-turned-director Vijay Krishna Acharya, whose directorial debut “Tashan” was produced by the banner, is directing his second film for Yash Raj Films and that Salman would star in it.
“We would like to clarify that this is a completely baseless and incorrect story. Vijay is still in the process of writing his next script for Yash Raj Films. No casting has therefore been done nor has anyone been considered for the same,” stated the banner.
“As and when we do finalise the script and the casting is complete, a suitable announcement will be made,” it added.
Salman, who has worked with almost all the filmmakers in the industry, is yet to be seen in a Yash Raj Films production.
(IANS)
Salman Khan: I turned down 'Chak De'! What was I thinking?
(Sawf News) - The lead role played by Shah Rukh Khan in Chak De India, the year's biggest hit and a favorite for the best film of the year award, was first offered to Salman Khan who turned it down!
Salman Khan rues his decision and candidly explains what prompted him to commit the gaffe.
"I had an issue with the climax of the film. Adi in fact told me that he would make this [the film] into the biggest hit and you don't know what you are missing out on," he says
"I was fortunate that 'Partner' did as well.
"People have loved Chak De! and…I was wrong…and this is the scary bit when an actor's thinking starts going wrong. Adi has made it the same way as he narrated it to me…and I am thinking how can this work dude…it can't work."
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Salman Khan rues his decision and candidly explains what prompted him to commit the gaffe.
"I had an issue with the climax of the film. Adi in fact told me that he would make this [the film] into the biggest hit and you don't know what you are missing out on," he says
"I was fortunate that 'Partner' did as well.
"People have loved Chak De! and…I was wrong…and this is the scary bit when an actor's thinking starts going wrong. Adi has made it the same way as he narrated it to me…and I am thinking how can this work dude…it can't work."
News Copyright © Sawf News
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