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 )
Catch every rumor spreading around Yash Raj Films (YRF) - India’s biggest entertainment house.
YRF offers films to Intel-Hungama venture
Yash Raj Films has become a part of the new venture between Intel and Hungama Digital Entertainment, supplying its films for downloading and streaming by film buffs.
The newly set up venture is making available a number of famous Bollywood and international films for downloading and streaming.
“We are very much delighted that Intel is debuting their newest technology with Yash Raj Library. We are very happy with the association. Now the audiences would have all the films of their choice at their fingertips,” averred Yash Chopra.
Aprat from films from YRF, films from Paramount Pictures, T-Series and Reliance Home Video would also be screened.
(Indiantelevision.com)
The newly set up venture is making available a number of famous Bollywood and international films for downloading and streaming.
“We are very much delighted that Intel is debuting their newest technology with Yash Raj Library. We are very happy with the association. Now the audiences would have all the films of their choice at their fingertips,” averred Yash Chopra.
Aprat from films from YRF, films from Paramount Pictures, T-Series and Reliance Home Video would also be screened.
(Indiantelevision.com)
SRK to romance Katrina now
Following our story on September 28, 2010, about SRK in Yash Chopra's next directorial venture, the industry was abuzz with speculations over the actress that would make the cut.
All rumours can be put to rest now. For the first time in her eight-year acting career, Katrina Kaif, will star opposite SRK in the YRF project.
A source close to YRF says, "Katrina was the first choice for the heroine's role in Yashji's film. She immediately said 'yes' to the film. She has loved the script and is looking forward to working with Yashji. She will play Shah Rukh's romantic interest."
Talking about the film's storyline, the source reveals, "Obviously, the film will be a love story. Yashji is a master of romance. There is no reason why he will not generate and extract great chemistry between Shah Rukh and Katrina."
Since the production house has witnessed some turmoil in the recent past, YRF is depending on the success of this project. When asked if SRK and Katrina feel secure about this endeavour, the source says, "Shah Rukh and Katrina have very good relations with Yashji and Aditya. They have equal faith in both of them. They are like family to them."
Considering, the last film that SRK did with Yash Chopra (Veer Zaara, 2004) was a success, here's hoping that all works out well for YRF.
(Vickey Lalwani, Mumbai Mirror)
All rumours can be put to rest now. For the first time in her eight-year acting career, Katrina Kaif, will star opposite SRK in the YRF project.
A source close to YRF says, "Katrina was the first choice for the heroine's role in Yashji's film. She immediately said 'yes' to the film. She has loved the script and is looking forward to working with Yashji. She will play Shah Rukh's romantic interest."
Talking about the film's storyline, the source reveals, "Obviously, the film will be a love story. Yashji is a master of romance. There is no reason why he will not generate and extract great chemistry between Shah Rukh and Katrina."
Since the production house has witnessed some turmoil in the recent past, YRF is depending on the success of this project. When asked if SRK and Katrina feel secure about this endeavour, the source says, "Shah Rukh and Katrina have very good relations with Yashji and Aditya. They have equal faith in both of them. They are like family to them."
Considering, the last film that SRK did with Yash Chopra (Veer Zaara, 2004) was a success, here's hoping that all works out well for YRF.
(Vickey Lalwani, Mumbai Mirror)
Vidya Balan, Aditya Chopra mend fences
After years of refusing to work with YRF, the actress may finally agree to a film for Aditya Chopra, thanks to mentor Pradeep Sarkar.
Vidya Balan and Yash Raj Film scion Aditya Chopra are on their way to mend fences. Her mentor Pradeep Sarkar is acting as the mediator.
Vidya Balan has continually refused to work in YRF films, first it was Jhoom Baraabar Jhoom followed by Pradeep Sarkar's Laaga Chunari Mein Daag. This had obviously not gone down too well with Chopra.
Pradeep Sarkar too had a fallout with the actress after she refused his second film. But the two made up later. It is Sarkar who now, wants Vidya to patch up with the Chopras.
Sarkar wants Vidya back for the third on his 3-film contract with YRF. The first two Laaga... and Lafangey Parindey bombed at the box office.
Considering Vidya has been his lucky charm, Parineeta being Sarkar's most acclaimed film till date, it comes as no surprise that the director wants this YRF Vidya patch up to work out.
The director convinced Aditya Chopra, who wasn't to keen on meeting the actress. A source reveals, "If all goes well, Vidya will star in YRF's film to be directed by Sarkar.
And knowing Vidya's sensibilities of choosing a role, Sarkar has a tailor made script for her. Only Aditya should give the green signal."
When contacted, Sarkar laughed and said, "Am I making Aditya meet Vidya?" "Well...," he continued, "Abhi tak baatchit nahin hui hai. Let me complete the script in all respects. But yes, I would love to work with Vidya again."
Though Vidya remained unavailable for comment, here's wishing that things work out for both her and YRF. And we get some decent cinema.
(TOI)
Vidya Balan and Yash Raj Film scion Aditya Chopra are on their way to mend fences. Her mentor Pradeep Sarkar is acting as the mediator.
Vidya Balan has continually refused to work in YRF films, first it was Jhoom Baraabar Jhoom followed by Pradeep Sarkar's Laaga Chunari Mein Daag. This had obviously not gone down too well with Chopra.
Pradeep Sarkar too had a fallout with the actress after she refused his second film. But the two made up later. It is Sarkar who now, wants Vidya to patch up with the Chopras.
Sarkar wants Vidya back for the third on his 3-film contract with YRF. The first two Laaga... and Lafangey Parindey bombed at the box office.
Considering Vidya has been his lucky charm, Parineeta being Sarkar's most acclaimed film till date, it comes as no surprise that the director wants this YRF Vidya patch up to work out.
The director convinced Aditya Chopra, who wasn't to keen on meeting the actress. A source reveals, "If all goes well, Vidya will star in YRF's film to be directed by Sarkar.
And knowing Vidya's sensibilities of choosing a role, Sarkar has a tailor made script for her. Only Aditya should give the green signal."
When contacted, Sarkar laughed and said, "Am I making Aditya meet Vidya?" "Well...," he continued, "Abhi tak baatchit nahin hui hai. Let me complete the script in all respects. But yes, I would love to work with Vidya again."
Though Vidya remained unavailable for comment, here's wishing that things work out for both her and YRF. And we get some decent cinema.
(TOI)
I`m happy that I am directing `Dhoom 3`: Vijay Krishna Acharya
After writing two instalments of successful action film ‘Dhoom’ series, Vijay Krishna Acharya aka Victor is delighted to take on the responsibility of directing ‘Dhoom 3’.
"I`m very happy as I am directing `Dhoom 3`," said Victor, adding that he was sure from the very beginning he would be directing the movie.
The first two instalments of the film were directed by Sanjay Gadhvi.
"I like to direct what I write. When I started writing (part three), I knew that I would be directing it. I became a writer by default, I always planned to direct a film. I am at pre-production stage and am happy wherever I am at present," Victor told reporters.
The first instalment of ‘Dhoom’, which starred John Abraham, Abhishek Bachchan, Rimi Sen, Eesha Deol and Uday Chopra, was a super duper successful actioner of 2004. Two years later came ‘Dhoom 2’ and apart from Aishwarya Rai-Hrthik Roshan pairing, the film`s action scenes and performances by the entire cast that included Abhishek, Bipasha Basu and Uday were appreciated by one and all.
Aamir Khan has been roped in to play the pivotal role in ‘Dhoom 3’. The female lead for the film is yet to be decided.
Victor made his directorial debut with ‘Tashan’, which turned out to be a dud.
So does he find himself burdened with the expectations of ‘Dhoom’ fans?
"As a filmmaker what you can hope to do is doing what drives you. I will make a film which I would believe I should do and I can. Commerce is in no one`s hand and that should not be the only reason to make a film ever," said Victor who is sentimentally attached to his directorial debut.
"It`s the first film that I had directed; so it would always be close to my heart. Success and failure are a part of filmmaking. Of course, when you do and find no resonance, you should go back and find it," said Victor, who has also scripted ‘Pyaar Ke Side Effects’ and penned the dialogues for Mani Ratnam`s ‘Guru’ and ‘Raavan’.
"I did `Raavan` in between. With Mani sir, I was assistant director. I am a writer and I write in Hindi, and it is not the first language of Mani sir. So I like being on the set with him. I love working with him because he is a great guy and you end learning many things."
IANS
(Spice Zee)
"I`m very happy as I am directing `Dhoom 3`," said Victor, adding that he was sure from the very beginning he would be directing the movie.
The first two instalments of the film were directed by Sanjay Gadhvi.
"I like to direct what I write. When I started writing (part three), I knew that I would be directing it. I became a writer by default, I always planned to direct a film. I am at pre-production stage and am happy wherever I am at present," Victor told reporters.
The first instalment of ‘Dhoom’, which starred John Abraham, Abhishek Bachchan, Rimi Sen, Eesha Deol and Uday Chopra, was a super duper successful actioner of 2004. Two years later came ‘Dhoom 2’ and apart from Aishwarya Rai-Hrthik Roshan pairing, the film`s action scenes and performances by the entire cast that included Abhishek, Bipasha Basu and Uday were appreciated by one and all.
Aamir Khan has been roped in to play the pivotal role in ‘Dhoom 3’. The female lead for the film is yet to be decided.
Victor made his directorial debut with ‘Tashan’, which turned out to be a dud.
So does he find himself burdened with the expectations of ‘Dhoom’ fans?
"As a filmmaker what you can hope to do is doing what drives you. I will make a film which I would believe I should do and I can. Commerce is in no one`s hand and that should not be the only reason to make a film ever," said Victor who is sentimentally attached to his directorial debut.
"It`s the first film that I had directed; so it would always be close to my heart. Success and failure are a part of filmmaking. Of course, when you do and find no resonance, you should go back and find it," said Victor, who has also scripted ‘Pyaar Ke Side Effects’ and penned the dialogues for Mani Ratnam`s ‘Guru’ and ‘Raavan’.
"I did `Raavan` in between. With Mani sir, I was assistant director. I am a writer and I write in Hindi, and it is not the first language of Mani sir. So I like being on the set with him. I love working with him because he is a great guy and you end learning many things."
IANS
(Spice Zee)
LUV KA THE END - Teddy 'y-rals'
Y Films, the new youth films banner from Yash Raj Films is certainly out to make its mark with a fresh new take on films! They are starting off with a bang with Luv Ka the End! This anti rom-com starring Shraddha Kapoor is set to hit theaters this May. Not only will the films be unique they are going with a cool new way to begin the promotions of the films!
Check it: Whoever said Luv is hard wasn't kidding. Catch the mad Luv Ka the End Teddy 'y-rals' created by Y-Films.
Featuring the cute and cuddly Teddy Rhea, her boyfriend Teddy Luv and the hottie Teddy Nats in different settings - from a coffee shop, to the beach, a movie theatre and more. Each episode showcases how the cutie gets even with her cheating boyfriend in a graphic manner. But be prepared for some serious blood, pain and intestines - you have been warned - oh yeah, Luv will hurt!
(Bollyspice.com)
Check it: Whoever said Luv is hard wasn't kidding. Catch the mad Luv Ka the End Teddy 'y-rals' created by Y-Films.
Featuring the cute and cuddly Teddy Rhea, her boyfriend Teddy Luv and the hottie Teddy Nats in different settings - from a coffee shop, to the beach, a movie theatre and more. Each episode showcases how the cutie gets even with her cheating boyfriend in a graphic manner. But be prepared for some serious blood, pain and intestines - you have been warned - oh yeah, Luv will hurt!
(Bollyspice.com)
BAND BAAJA BAARAAT completes 100 days
BAND BAAJA BAARAAT creates waves at the box office with a significant increase in the number of shows in its 15th week!
After a very successful run, BBB which released worldwide on 10th December 2010, is now the first film in recent times to be running in 122 screens all-India after celebrating a superb 100 days. Major multiplex chains have decided to bring back the film across various territories owing to soaring popular demand.
What started as small time binness for the two just out of college entrepreneurs has turned out to be a blockbuster. BAND BAAJA BAARAAT has had a dream run and continues to delight and attract audiences all over.
100 days and counting a rarity in recent times!
(Glamsham)
After a very successful run, BBB which released worldwide on 10th December 2010, is now the first film in recent times to be running in 122 screens all-India after celebrating a superb 100 days. Major multiplex chains have decided to bring back the film across various territories owing to soaring popular demand.
What started as small time binness for the two just out of college entrepreneurs has turned out to be a blockbuster. BAND BAAJA BAARAAT has had a dream run and continues to delight and attract audiences all over.
100 days and counting a rarity in recent times!
(Glamsham)
Yashraj Films launches Y films with movie ‘Luv Will Hurt!’
From the banner of Yashraj Films comes another production house with the name Y Films. It is a studio that promises to deliver kick-ass films of the youth, by the youth, for the youth. Y Films is ready with their first film Luv Will Hurt! that will hit the theatres on 6th May.
Yes, that’s quite timely, so you don’t have to wait long for a good film that too from the house of Yashraj Films. The first look of the film is up for you. As the name suggests Luv Will Hurt! is going to be a love story, and with the girl’s look on the poster one can understand it’s going to be a bitter-sweet love story. The movie’s promotion has kick-started through social networking sites. But the gal that features on the first look continues to be a mystery.
People have started making wild guesses about her. So, who do you think plays the actress in the film Luv Will Hurt? Deepika Padukone, Shruti Haasan or Shraddha Kapoor.
Check out the first look of Luv Will Hurt!:
(apunkachoice)
For More info visit http://www.yfilms.in/
Yes, that’s quite timely, so you don’t have to wait long for a good film that too from the house of Yashraj Films. The first look of the film is up for you. As the name suggests Luv Will Hurt! is going to be a love story, and with the girl’s look on the poster one can understand it’s going to be a bitter-sweet love story. The movie’s promotion has kick-started through social networking sites. But the gal that features on the first look continues to be a mystery.
People have started making wild guesses about her. So, who do you think plays the actress in the film Luv Will Hurt? Deepika Padukone, Shruti Haasan or Shraddha Kapoor.
Check out the first look of Luv Will Hurt!:
(apunkachoice)
For More info visit http://www.yfilms.in/
Another one falls prey to the con man!
Ricky Bahl finds his next victim.
Meet Aditi Sharma, an innocent girl who makes the mistake of trusting the smooth talking and conniving master mind, Ricky, and falls victim to a super slick caper which leaves her devastated.
Aditi, a well known model who is the recognizable face of many ad campaigns, plays the role of a small town, hard working girl who looks after the family shop. She makes the mistake, like the others, of trusting the con man.
Director Maneesh Sharma, who successfully launched Ranveer Singh alongside the lovely and straight-from-the-heart performer, Anushka Sharma in Band Baaja Baaraat, is back with his original team and has finally found his three ladies for his next venture, LADIES V/S RICKY BAHL.
Apart from their outstanding auditions and perfect fit for their roles, Maneesh's choice of Aditi, Dipannita and Parineeti, is in keeping with his, as well as yrf's, ethos to push the boundaries and also work with and promote new and fresh talent.
Produced by Aditya Chopra, LADIES V/S RICKY BAHL stars Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma in lead roles. The film is planned for a 9th Dec 2011 release worldwide, the same weekend the refreshing Band Baaja Baaraat released.
Will Ricky Bahl now finally meet his match…
(YRF)
Watch this space to meet the other Ladies!
Yashraj bets on Imran Khan
It’s been barely three years since his debut, Jaane Tu.. Ya Jaane Naa catapulted him to stardom. And Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, his first outing with Yash Raj Films (YRF), is yet to reach the cinemas.
But it seems that actor Imran Khan, would’ve become the new blue-eyed boy
related stories of the Chopras. Producer Aditya Chopra has offered the actor five scripts, including one he’s written himself, to choose from for his next film with them.
A crewmember with YRF says Aditya is extremely pleased with Khan’s performance in Mere Brother Ki Dulhan. “Having also seen Imran’s performance in I Hate Luv Storys (2010) previously, Adi feels he should further consolidate his position in romcoms,” says the crewmember, adding, “That’s why he has given Imran five scripts, including one authored by him, to pick as his next film with YRF.”
Years ago, when Aditya started on his path to become the Czar of YRF with Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge (1995), his directorial debut’s unprecedented success turned Shah Rukh Khan into Bollywood’s first major star overseas. “It seems that after SRK, Aditya is backing Imran the most from among his contemporaries,” points the source.
On his part, Khan concedes that he’s still very new to the industry with only a handful of films to his credit. At the same time, he admits, “Adi is someone I look up to and take advice from. Karan (Johar) is also someone whom I’m extremely close to.”
Shrugging off being heralded as the prince of romance, the actor maintains, “I don’t know about being anyone’s blue eyed-boy, but it does feel good when my work is appreciated and filmmakers show confidence in me.”
Khan adds that this confidence helps him work harder to live up to expectations. As for being given the liberty by the Chopras to choose from many scripts, he says, “When they think I suit the character in their scripts and can deliver performances, the actor in me is fuelled by enthusiasm.”
Khan’s closest competitor, friend and actor Ranbir Kapoor, on the other hand is only doing Ayan Mukherjee’s film for Johar’s Dharma Productions, besides exploring diverse genres with films like Imtiaz Ali’s Rockstar, Anurag Basu’s Barfee and a biopic on Kishore Kumar.
(Hindustan Times)
But it seems that actor Imran Khan, would’ve become the new blue-eyed boy
related stories of the Chopras. Producer Aditya Chopra has offered the actor five scripts, including one he’s written himself, to choose from for his next film with them.
A crewmember with YRF says Aditya is extremely pleased with Khan’s performance in Mere Brother Ki Dulhan. “Having also seen Imran’s performance in I Hate Luv Storys (2010) previously, Adi feels he should further consolidate his position in romcoms,” says the crewmember, adding, “That’s why he has given Imran five scripts, including one authored by him, to pick as his next film with YRF.”
Years ago, when Aditya started on his path to become the Czar of YRF with Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge (1995), his directorial debut’s unprecedented success turned Shah Rukh Khan into Bollywood’s first major star overseas. “It seems that after SRK, Aditya is backing Imran the most from among his contemporaries,” points the source.
On his part, Khan concedes that he’s still very new to the industry with only a handful of films to his credit. At the same time, he admits, “Adi is someone I look up to and take advice from. Karan (Johar) is also someone whom I’m extremely close to.”
Shrugging off being heralded as the prince of romance, the actor maintains, “I don’t know about being anyone’s blue eyed-boy, but it does feel good when my work is appreciated and filmmakers show confidence in me.”
Khan adds that this confidence helps him work harder to live up to expectations. As for being given the liberty by the Chopras to choose from many scripts, he says, “When they think I suit the character in their scripts and can deliver performances, the actor in me is fuelled by enthusiasm.”
Khan’s closest competitor, friend and actor Ranbir Kapoor, on the other hand is only doing Ayan Mukherjee’s film for Johar’s Dharma Productions, besides exploring diverse genres with films like Imtiaz Ali’s Rockstar, Anurag Basu’s Barfee and a biopic on Kishore Kumar.
(Hindustan Times)
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)
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)
Yash Raj Films ropes in Dipannita Sharma in Ladies V/S Ricky Bahl
Yash Raj Films has cast model turned actress Dipannita Sharma in its forthcoming movie Ladies V/S Ricky Bahl.
Along with debutant actress Parineeti Chopra, Sharma now joins the lead pair Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma in Ladies V/S Ricky Bahl, which is being directed by Maneesh Sharma.
The film is a rom-com and starts shooting end-March, 2011. Sharma, will be playing the role of a corporate executive in the film.
Produced by Aditya Chopra, Ladies V/S Ricky Bahl is scheduled to release worldwide on 9 December, 2011.
(BOC)
Along with debutant actress Parineeti Chopra, Sharma now joins the lead pair Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma in Ladies V/S Ricky Bahl, which is being directed by Maneesh Sharma.
The film is a rom-com and starts shooting end-March, 2011. Sharma, will be playing the role of a corporate executive in the film.
Produced by Aditya Chopra, Ladies V/S Ricky Bahl is scheduled to release worldwide on 9 December, 2011.
(BOC)
Abhishek to shape up for Dhoom 3
Known to readily add and reduce kilos to play his roles convincingly throughout his decade-long career, this time Abhishek Bachchan is saying no to the muscled look. At a time when other leading men in the industry are building six-pack and eight-pack abs, Junior Bachchan is busy trying to acquire a
lean look. His training regime for Yash Raj Films’ Dhoom 3 is being kept under wraps, ever since he started training three weeks ago.
The actor is currently shooting for Abbas-Mustan’s Players in New Zealand, where he has also been working out under the supervision of an international trainer, who was flown there by the Chopras nearly a month ago.
Unlike Dhoom 2 (2006), Bachchan has enough time to get into shape for Dhoom 3. A friend of the actor explains, “Back then, Abhishek had finished shooting Mani Ratnam’s Guru, for which he had to put on about 12 kilos. Since the shooting of Dhoom 2 was scheduled to start soon because dates of all the main actors were coordinated, he didn’t get enough time to lose the extra weight he had put on for Guru. The schedule of Dhoom 3 will start later this year so he has enough time to ensure he becomes fit for all the action in the thriller.”
To help Bachchan reach his fittest best, the trainer has banned him from eating junk food and sweets. Instead, Bachchan has been put on a minimal-carbohydrates and high-protein diet, which includes a healthy portion of salads and shakes. To lose the unwanted pounds and also maintain his fitness levels, he starts training early morning, before reporting to the sets of Players.
Since he does not want a muscled look, the actor only does minimal weight training. “The idea is to get Abhishek to look as lean as Hollywood actors like Johnny Depp and Robert Pattinson. His fitness regimen includes a 10-kilometer run in the outdoors, followed by spinning and cycling. Unlike extensive weight training and abs exercises, this training regimen will not only control weight but also help him stay fit in the long run,” explains the actor’s friend, adding that Bachchan also has a long swim regularly at the hotel where he’s put up.
When asked about working out with an international trainer for Dhoom 3, the actor remained non-committal. “It’s too early to talk about it as I’ve been shooting for Players in New Zealand for about a month. People at Yash Raj will be the best to contact for this.”
However, on being probed about his new fitness regime, Bachchan says, “As an actor, it’s not only important for me to play the part to the best of my abilities but also look as convincing as I possibly can. For that, it’s important to start preparing in good time.
Sometimes we have to put on weight and sometimes we have to lose weight for the roles we play. If a director wants me to train in a particular way, I must comply with how he wants my character to look and behave.”
(Hiren Kotwani, Hindustan Times)
lean look. His training regime for Yash Raj Films’ Dhoom 3 is being kept under wraps, ever since he started training three weeks ago.
The actor is currently shooting for Abbas-Mustan’s Players in New Zealand, where he has also been working out under the supervision of an international trainer, who was flown there by the Chopras nearly a month ago.
Unlike Dhoom 2 (2006), Bachchan has enough time to get into shape for Dhoom 3. A friend of the actor explains, “Back then, Abhishek had finished shooting Mani Ratnam’s Guru, for which he had to put on about 12 kilos. Since the shooting of Dhoom 2 was scheduled to start soon because dates of all the main actors were coordinated, he didn’t get enough time to lose the extra weight he had put on for Guru. The schedule of Dhoom 3 will start later this year so he has enough time to ensure he becomes fit for all the action in the thriller.”
To help Bachchan reach his fittest best, the trainer has banned him from eating junk food and sweets. Instead, Bachchan has been put on a minimal-carbohydrates and high-protein diet, which includes a healthy portion of salads and shakes. To lose the unwanted pounds and also maintain his fitness levels, he starts training early morning, before reporting to the sets of Players.
Since he does not want a muscled look, the actor only does minimal weight training. “The idea is to get Abhishek to look as lean as Hollywood actors like Johnny Depp and Robert Pattinson. His fitness regimen includes a 10-kilometer run in the outdoors, followed by spinning and cycling. Unlike extensive weight training and abs exercises, this training regimen will not only control weight but also help him stay fit in the long run,” explains the actor’s friend, adding that Bachchan also has a long swim regularly at the hotel where he’s put up.
When asked about working out with an international trainer for Dhoom 3, the actor remained non-committal. “It’s too early to talk about it as I’ve been shooting for Players in New Zealand for about a month. People at Yash Raj will be the best to contact for this.”
However, on being probed about his new fitness regime, Bachchan says, “As an actor, it’s not only important for me to play the part to the best of my abilities but also look as convincing as I possibly can. For that, it’s important to start preparing in good time.
Sometimes we have to put on weight and sometimes we have to lose weight for the roles we play. If a director wants me to train in a particular way, I must comply with how he wants my character to look and behave.”
(Hiren Kotwani, Hindustan Times)
Ali Zafar to paint Katrina ?
The fact that Ali Zafar is a multi-talented actor is no secret. Apart from acting, Ali loves to sing and paint. He has numerous albums in his name and is busy promoting his current one - JHOOM.
Currently, riding high on his last success; TERE BIN LADEN, Ali is on signing spree in B-Town. The latest is that he may be part of Yash Raj's DHOOM 3 too. Ali is currently busy with Yash Raj Films' MERE BROTHER KI DULHAN with Imran and Katrina Kaif in the lead.
Now a source reveals that Ali Zafar is planning to showcase his painting side too and is thinking of casting Katrina on his canvass. Adds the source, "Ali Zafar is an artist to the core. Be it acting, singing or painting. So, recently someone suggested Ali to paint Katrina, the actor spotted a smile in agreement and might actually go ahead to do it. But, no one knows how soon will that be."
For the moment the actor in Ali has taken the lead. Let's hope his painting side too is not a reality that gets sidelined for long.
(Glamsham)
Currently, riding high on his last success; TERE BIN LADEN, Ali is on signing spree in B-Town. The latest is that he may be part of Yash Raj's DHOOM 3 too. Ali is currently busy with Yash Raj Films' MERE BROTHER KI DULHAN with Imran and Katrina Kaif in the lead.
Now a source reveals that Ali Zafar is planning to showcase his painting side too and is thinking of casting Katrina on his canvass. Adds the source, "Ali Zafar is an artist to the core. Be it acting, singing or painting. So, recently someone suggested Ali to paint Katrina, the actor spotted a smile in agreement and might actually go ahead to do it. But, no one knows how soon will that be."
For the moment the actor in Ali has taken the lead. Let's hope his painting side too is not a reality that gets sidelined for long.
(Glamsham)
Yash Raj Films to release first movie from youth banner on 6 May
Yash Raj Films' youth banner christened Y Films will be releasing its first production on 6 May, 2011. The film is as yet untitled and has been directed by Vivek Bhushan (Bumpy) of the MTV Roadies Season 4 fame.
While the first production is gearing up for release in May, the second film under the Y Films has also gone on floors. According to information available with Businessofcinema.com, this film is being directed by Nupur Asthana, who had earlier directed the comedy drama - Mahi Way - for Yash Raj Television.
A source close to the development tells Businessofcinema.com, "Bumpy and Nupur are the two directors who are directing films for Y Films. While Bumpy's film went on floor first, Nupur's film has just begun shooting."
The cast of both the films are as yet not known.
(Businessofcinema.com)
While the first production is gearing up for release in May, the second film under the Y Films has also gone on floors. According to information available with Businessofcinema.com, this film is being directed by Nupur Asthana, who had earlier directed the comedy drama - Mahi Way - for Yash Raj Television.
A source close to the development tells Businessofcinema.com, "Bumpy and Nupur are the two directors who are directing films for Y Films. While Bumpy's film went on floor first, Nupur's film has just begun shooting."
The cast of both the films are as yet not known.
(Businessofcinema.com)
Aamir Khan to sing in Dhoom 3
Composer Pritam Chakraborty has set aside all his assignments from June to fully focus on the music of Dhoom 3 which will have a theme song for Aamir Khan that the actor will sing. The last time Aamir sang was the chartbuster Aati Kya khandala for Jatin-Lalit in Ghulam.
The over-committed music composer with a hit record for the last three years has been asked to concentrate only on the music of Dhoom 3 from June onwards by producer Aditya Chopra. He would have to complete all his pending assignments and make himself completely free for the YRF film.
Signature tune, please!
Last week Pritam had a closed-door meeting with Aditya Chopra at the Yashraj office where the soft-spoken producer stressed on creating a new sound for Dhoom 3 including a signature tune for Aamir's character. Adi has asked Pritam to come up with a song that would make the audience sit up and jump out of their seats every time Aamir strides across the screen.
Pritam confirms, "I've said no to several new assignments including Double Dhamaal. This is the first time in my entire career that I'd be working with Aamir Khan. We all know how special that makes this project." The biggest challenge is a theme song for AK's villainous character.
Upping the ante
Says Pritam, "The title song and music are of course integral to the music in Dhoom. But I have to go beyond that. There will be a quality of sound in Dhoom 3 that will make Dhoom and D:2 recede from the audiences' mind."
Pritam has already started working on the tunes. Apparently, Aamir will be sitting in for the rehearsals and recordings of the songs and would be singing a track for the film. Laughs Pritam, "Why not? Aamir sang beautifully in Ghulam.
The Aati Kya Khandala number is popular to this day. Let's also remember that the Dhoom 3 director Victor (Vijay Krishna Acharya) has a terrific music sense. Look at the songs he got from Vishal-Shekhar in Tashan!"
Pritam has been told that just banking on the successful Dhoom Machale track won't do in Dhoom 3.
(Mid Day)
Katrina is fun on the sets: Ali Zafar
He entered Bollywood with the small budget, quirky Tere Bin Laden, but Pakistani singer-actor Ali Zafar will be seen next with Katrina Kaif and Imran Khan in a typical romantic comedy. He will also focus on his first love - music.
"The film is a romantic comedy, a very family kind of set-up. Imran and me play brothers. I'm a very charming and flamboyant guy in the film who is very confused about what he wants from life," Ali Zafar told in an interview.
And he is all praise for co-star Katrina Kaif, one of the reigning divas in Bollywood.
"It was a very good experience working with Katrina. She is a very hardworking person and was extremely cooperative and fun on the sets," he said.
Mere Brother Ki Dulhan is a Yash Raj Films' production and is being directed by debutant Ali Abbas Zafar. Tere Bin Laden was also director Abhishek Sharma's first film. So why is Ali Zafar signing up with newcomers?
"One hardly comes across good scripts. I have heard about 50 scripts since Tere Bin Laden. Then finally I liked Mere Brother.... Recently I have signed another film but I can't talk about that. The makers will make an announcement soon," he revealed.
Ali, who has worked as a model for several commercials in Pakistan, has also acted in Pakistani TV serials "Lunda-Bazar", "Kanch Ke Par" and teenage sitcom "Kollege Jeans".
Films apart, Ali is also focussing on music, his first love. The musician's new album "Jhoom" was recently released by Yash Raj Music in India and worldwide and by Ali's own label Alif Records in Pakistan.
"This time I have tried to make timeless music rather than something that is interesting only for a week or so. I made what my heart liked and not what I felt would be popular in the market," said Ali, who has earlier released two albums titled "Huqa Pani" and "Masty".
"As far as inspirations are concerned, I was just thinking that the music that is created today, the soul is missing, secondly it doesn't touch a chord and thirdly it has no shelf life. So I wanted the music that I compose has all of the above."
"Initially I was driven by the commercial aspect of music; now it's driven more by the spiritual aspect," he added.
"Jhoom", which has 12 tracks, took the musician three years to complete.
Even though the market for non-film albums is not booming at the moment, Ali is unfazed by the trend and says he will keep trying and hope for greener pastures.
"I'm a singer, my job is to keep creating music, I can't get bogged down by the market scenario or commerce of it. I could have been if I was looking for money, but I'm not looking for money from this album.
"I'm looking to earning respect from this album. Nowadays I know releasing a non-film album is not very favourable, I wish it was. Music channels are not playing the songs, but I think it's our responsibility as artists that we don't stop doing something we believe in. I feel if you are sincere towards your music it just finds it's way into people's hearts," said Ali.
(IANS)
Priyanka happy for cousin's debut with YRF
Actress Priyanka Chopra is very happy that her cousin Pariniti Chopra is making her debut as an actress with Yash Raj Films."Pariniti is my sister. Today only she has signed a film with YRF. I am very happy that YRF singned her," Priyanka told reporters at a promotional event of her film "7 Khoon Maaf" held at JW Marriot hotel Monday.
Pariniti has been signed for the film "Ladies V/S Ricky Bahl" where actor Ranveer Singh and actress Anushka Sharma are yet again sharing the screen space after their recent hit "Band Baaja Baaraat" under the same banner.
Based on the story developed by producer Aditya Chopra "Ladies V/S Ricky Bahl" is a romantic comedy where a charming conman Ricky Bahl cons girls for a living, but finally meets his match.
The film is set to go on floor early April with plans to hit theatres worldwide Dec 9 this year.
Pariniti works with YRF in their marketing department and she did PR for her film "Pyaar Impossible" too, reveals Priyanka.
"She works with YRF's marketing department. In fact, she worked as PR for my film with YRF," said Priyanka.
Asked what tips she would like to give to her sister, she quipped, "I would call her and say that."
(TOI)
(Image : YRF)
LADIES V/S RICKY BAHL
The winning team of BAND BAAJA BAARAAT is back.After the heartwarming success of BAND BAAJA BAARAAT, director Maneesh Sharma is back with his team, in YASH RAJ FILMS' next offering.
LADIES V/S RICKY BAHL
Starring Ranveer Singh, who has won everyone's heart with his endearing and scintillating performance, as well as the Best Actor (Debut) at all the award shows this year, and the accomplished and charismatic Anushka Sharma, the film is produced by Aditya Chopra and is based on a story developed by him. Habib Faisal has written the dialogues, the screenplay is by Devika Bhagat. The music will be composed by Salim-Sulaiman, lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya and the film will be shot by Aseem Mishra (DOP), all of whom have been a part of BAND BAAJA BAARAAT.
LADIES VS RICKY BAHL is a fun-filled "ROM-CON" where a smooth and charming conman, Ricky Bahl, cons girls for a living but finally meets his match.
The film starts shooting early-April with plans to be in theatres worldwide on 9th Dec 2011, the same weekend BAND BAAJA BAARAAT released.
(YRF)
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