Y-Films starts shooting 3rd film MERE DAD KI MARUTI

Y-Films just began filming their third production. Titled MERE DAD KI MARUTI (MDKM), an outrageous comedy set against the backdrop of a loud Punjabi wedding in Chandigarh. MDKM tells the story of a boy who sneaks his dad's fancy new car out to impress the college hottie and how all hell breaks loose when he loses it! 

MERE DAD KI MARUTI stars Saqib Saleem who made his debut in last year's sleeper hit from Y-Films' MUJHSE FRAAANDSHIP KAROGE. Proclaimed the 'Find of the Year' by critics, he will be romancing another hot new face being launched by Y-Films. 

MDKM also marks the directorial debut of Ashima Chibber who has been associated with some of the most talented directors of our times. Beginning as Shimit Amin's first AD on AB TAK CHAPPAN and CHAK DE! INDIA among others, Ashima's last project was as first assistant director to Imtiaz Ali on ROCKSTAR. 

The film has a thumping soundtrack by Sachin Gupta who previously scored the chartbusting music of PRINCE and a host of pop albums for artistes like Atif Aslam, Mika and more. There are a bunch of other tricks in the bag that will be announced shortly and MERE DAD KI MARUTI sure promises to be one crazy ride! 

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Akshay’s attitude of gratitude, towards John!

We had reported to you earlier that John Abraham gifted his buddy Akshay Kumar with a high-end motorbike, since their last release ( HouseFull 2) together, was a success.

On receiving the bike, the emotional Akki in return, penned a sweet, heart touching note for John.

Akki wrote, “Johnny Donor’ is riding such a high wave right now, that he is thankfully not Donating his sperm but Donating an awesome bike to me in celebration of our huge Hit ‘HouseFull 2’… I can count on one hand how many genuine gifts I’ve been given since my time in this Industry. John’s, I must say, means a lot; not because it’s a Bike (though it helps) but because I know how much it means to him giving it to me.”

“It’s not exactly common to find two such Actors that have the kind of care & respect that both John & I share, it’s no secret that Actors find it hard to see eye to eye. Why he calls me Guruji I’ll never know, why I feel so protective & brotherly towards him he’ll never know. I’m glad you’re here, I’m proud of your struggles & what you’ve achieved, & I’m touched by your kindness today & always… I wish you a lifetime of happiness & a family of your own that loves you more than you have ever loved your Bikes (and we all know that’s a lot of Love ;o)”

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Meet LOVE SEX AUR DHOKHA (LSD) Guru! latest news march 05

The film LOVE SEX AUR DHOKHA is now being promoted and endorsed by the guru himself, 'LSD GURU'!

This stylish LSD Guru has tried it all, Loved women, had Sex innumerable times and has been subjected to cruel Dhokha from his partners. He comes with an astounding experience in the field of Love Sex and Dhokha and now specializes in spreading his prophecy far and wide!

CHECK OUT: LOVE, SEX AUR DHOKHA - Movie Preview

Well this LSD Guru is a Facebook application that offers Love Sex & Dhokha predictions of the day and also uncovers Love Sex and Dhokha Companions for the user!

The Guru is also likely to find his place in print and digital outdoors.

Wish he were real!

LOVE SEX AUR DHOKHA is an ALT Entertainment (A Balaji Telefilms initiative) film, releasing 19th March 2010.

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PRINCE Vivek's 'Tere Liye' stealing hearts latest news march 05

The music of producer Kumar Taurani's upcoming thriller PRINCE is being appreciated by netizens across the globe. In fact the video of the latest song from PRINCE, 'Tere Liye' has reached a record of 1,40,000 hits in just a couple of days of it being uploaded on a leading film website. A record number; it is believed to have beaten some of the biggest releases of the season.

CHECK OUT: No kissing for Vivek Oberoi

Speaking of this overwhelming response, Kumar Taurani, MD, Tips Films and Producer of Tips says, "It is heartening to see the music and the movie getting such a great response from the audience. Tips Industries has always been known for making popular music and we are glad that the music of PRINCE is getting appreciated by everyone."

The music of PRINCE is given by Sachin Gupta and the movie is directed by Kookie V Gulati, starring Vivek Oberoi, Nandana Sen, Aruna Shields and Neeru Singh. PRINCE is set to release on the 9th of April 2010.

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Konkona is one of Paresh's favourites latest news march 05

During his recent interaction with the media regarding his movie ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE? acclaimed actor Paresh Rawal was all praise for his co-star Konkona Sen Sharma.

CHECK OUT: How Paresh Rawal juggled with time for his ATITHI

When asked about his experience while working with the Bengali actress he exclaimed that there are just three actresses in Bollywood that he admires the most and those were Kajol, Priyanka Chopra and of course the lovely Konkona Sen Sharma.

Paresh Rawal revealed that she is one of his favourite actresses and he is really impressed by her work.

Well, we are sure Konkona is over the moon right now after being praised by an actor of such excellence.

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Ajay Devgan to direct his next latest news march 05

Ajay Devgan is getting busy by the day. Now, the actor is planning to direct his next film by the end of this year. According to sources, Ajay Devgan has already locked the subject of the film and is finalizing the details at the moment.

CHECK OUT: Why kids will enjoy ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE?

It must be recalled that Ajay had earlier directed the film U ME AUR HUM in which he played the lead also opposite Kajol. But, the film did not set the box office afire. Now, Ajay is planning to make a film that will not only be a good subject but something that can rake in some good moolah too.

At the moment Ajay Devgan is excited about his film ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE? which is already winning praise for its storyline.

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No kissing for Vivek Oberoi 2010 latest news march .05

Vivek Oberoi will soon become the new serial kisser in B-Town. According to reports, the actor has a generous dose of kissing in his upcoming film PRINCE.

CHECK OUT: What made Taurani postpone Vivek Oberoi's PRINCE?

But, there is a sad angle to this kissing spree. Buzz, is that Vivek has developed a case of Kissing Tonsils and has been advised full rest for the moment. That would also mean that Vivek cannot kiss in reel or real life for some time.

PRINCE is seen as a film that would usher in a new lease of life for the actor. Even Vivek has said that this film is one of his best performances till date. Well, let's hope the kissing genius of Vivek gets noticed through this film.

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Akshay Kumar is the real King

When it comes to generosity no one can beat our Khiladi actor, Akshay Kumar!
We hear, recently while wrapping-up for his upcoming film KHATTA MEETHA, being directed by filmmaker Priyadarshan, Akki (as fondly referred) distributed over 10 lakh rupees to the crew of the film. Reason being? the actor was extremely happy with the efficiency with which they wrapped up the schedule before time.

CHECK OUT: Akshay & Aarav - Like father, Like son!

The charitable actor, who has always been known for giving huge bonuses to his crew, has surpassed his bigheartedness this time around by distributing a real big amount among the crew - from the technicians, to spot boys, to junior artistes, etc present on the sets.

Truly Akki is not just the box-office King, but a King in real sense with a heart of gold, isn't he?

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Ranvir & Konkana pair up for first time

Though Ranvir Shorey and Konkona Sen Sharma shared screen space vey first time in Madhur Bhandarkar�s TRAFFIC SIGNAL and later in the film MIXED DOUBLES, but it is Producer Denis Selarka's upcoming film which pairs the real life couple for the first time.

Confirms Denis, "They have worked together before, but as a lead pair they are working for the first time."

Amitabh Varma makes his debut as a director with a film which is being produced by former 'Ashtavinayak' man Denis Selarka and will go on the floors very soon.

Produced by Selarkar Films, this Ranvir-Konkona starrer is slated to be a Suspense Thriller, which is written by Shruti Verma and Cinematography done by Sushil Rajpal. The music is composed by Bappi Tutul.

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Ranbir & Deepika dying to patch up

Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone are trying to bury their ugly break-up and start a fresh relationship once again. Buzz is that the two are constantly in touch with each other through texting messages these days.

Apparently, Ranbir and Deepika don't want to make much noise about their patch up story. Both are trying to keep a low profile as far as their relationship is concerned.

Though, Ranbir and Deepika don't talk much about each other in public, but the inside information is clearly pointing to the fact that the two young actors are making all efforts to come back to each other.

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Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali to act

After refusing dozen of acting offers, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, who is best known for his simple, unruffled & fun-filled love stories, is finally ready to face the camera.

CHECK OUT: Sajid teams up with director Imtiaz Ali

If the latest buzz is to be believed than Imtiaz has given his nod for one of the offers in a film to be directed by a director buddy.

A couple of days back Imtiaz was in news for refusing to act in Vishal Bhardwaj's upcoming film SAAT KHOON MAAF due to certain inhibitions. But after knowing about the hottest update, looks like the no-nonsense director is giving a second thought to acting in films.

It would be 'Mauja Hi Mauja' watching Imtiaz Ali on-screen!

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How Paresh Rawal juggled with time for his ATITHI

Paresh Rawal, who is very much in demand in Bollywood, has been working on several projects these days, thus juggling with quite a few schedules at the same time.

But Paresh still makes sure that he fulfils all his commitments and this was evident during shooting for his film ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE? when he had to make it to the sets of the movie at 9:00 am, which was at the same time as a promotional event of another movie that he was working on.

CHECK OUT: Why kids will enjoy ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE?

In order to make it in time for his shoot on the sets of the movie ATITHI... Paresh attended the promotional event of his other film early in the morning at 6:30 am.

Well, even with his busy schedule Paresh Rawal still manages to give a 100 percent in each of his performances.

This is one actor who doesn't take his work lightly.....

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Abhay Deol hates tel maalish

Like all youngsters, who hate their fathers business and would like to do something new and better in life... Abhay Deol's character Vishnu in ROAD MOVIE too hates his father's business and hates the sight and smell of oil.

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When we asked the director how he thought of this oil business that is little unusual he laughs and says, "Yes, the idea actually came from my family... My son hates to put oil in his hair and I noticed that this generation hates oil for their hair or the smell of oil. They are more into gel and all. That's how I thought oil business is something that a young boy would hate to get into... ROAD, MOVIE is his journey to escape all that represents tradition or orthodoxies of life and how in the end he realizes that just because these are age old things they are not really bad."

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Farah's TEES MAAR KHAN to release on December 24th 2010

This Christmas audiences are in for a treat with Farah Khan's TEES MAAR KHAN which is set to release Christmas Eve, December 24th 2010.

Says director Farah Khan "I'm really happy that we will be releasing TEES MAAR KHAN on the 24th December, Christmas Eve 2010. It is a very kid friendly, holiday season kind of film, full of fun, big dance numbers and action comedy. It's just the kind of film you'd want to watch in the holidays"

CHECK OUT: Akshay kickstarts shooting for TEES MAAR KHAN

The film produced by Shirish & Farah's home production Three's Company Pvt Ltd and co-produced by Akshay Kumar's Hari Om Productions has finalized on the 24th December as the date for release.

Still in its filming stages TEES MAAR KHAN is already in the news for its leading Jodi Akshay Kumar & Katrina Kaif and director Farah Khan's track record for delivering to her audience one hit after another.

Reveals a source "Most of the films released around this season -be it WELCOME, GHAJINI and 3 IDIOTS have been run away successes. And with ace comedy director & choreographer Farah Khan, Bollywood's box office king Akshay Kumar and the gorgeous Katrina Kaif it makes for a sure shot hit combination"

Adds Akshay Kumar, "TEES MAAR KHAN will be our gift to audiences this holiday season. It's a great film with a great script and with Farah you know you're in for a treat with larger than life scenes, great music, hilarious dialogues ..The movie will have you laughing uncontrollably."

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Why kids will enjoy ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE?

Nikhil Advani's CHANDNI CHOWK TO CHINA may have ended up as a disaster and trashed by the critics and a majority of the audience as well, but this is one film that is very close to lead actor Akshay Kumar's heart. Reason? No it's not because it's loosely based on his early life but because Akshay's son, Aarav loved the film and he enjoyed it so much that he was constantly clapping, laughing and jumping out of his seat in excitement while watching the film.

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Its common knowledge that children enjoy comedies and Ajay Devgan's daughter little Nysa is no different. Those well versed with Bollywood's famous stars and their families will know that Nysa is the cute little darling daughter of super stars Ajay Devgan and Kajol. The youngster is a fun loving kid, schoolmate of Akshay's son Aarav. And just like Aarav her favourite films are light hearted comedies, apart from cartoons of course!

In one of her recent interviews Kajol had revealed that Nysa loves comedies and had especially enjoyed her dad's GOLMAAL RETURNS and ALL THE BEST.

Well, seeing the rib tickling and hilarious promos of her dad's ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE? one is sure that this is one movie that Ajay and Kajol's daughter will thoroughly enjoy and so will the audience along with their kids when the movie releases all over on 5th March!

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Ritesh Deshmukh - Master of tongue twisters

In the last shot of Sajid Nadiadwala and Sajid Khan's HOUSEFULL you will see Ritesh Deshmukh deliver a complicated line in a single shot with much ease and even greater comic timing.

The line that reads "Teri Biwi Teri Biwi Meri Behen...Teri Hone Walle Biwi Meri Behen...Har Aurat Teri Biwi Meri Behen...How can your luck be bad" had Ritesh practicing so hard that when the time came to deliver it he did flawlessly.

CHECK OUT: Sajid to release HOUSEFULL making much before the film

We come to hear that the first time Ritesh Deshmukh read the dialogue he was thoroughly confused so in order to memorize it he recorded it on his Dictaphone and kept listening to it over and over again.

Reveals a source, "When Ritesh finally came to deliver his line he did the Biwi line in a single take. It was unblemished."

Ironically enough, Ritesh has done the very same thing during HEYY BABYY when he had to deliver the names of 27 medicines in a single shot.

Looks like Ritesh Deshmukh has now become a master at tongue twisting dialogues.

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Sajid to release HOUSEFULL making much before the film

Director Sajid Khan is going all out to make sure that he leaves no stones unturned to make his forthcoming film HOUSEFULL, a Sajid Nadiadwala and Eros International production, the biggest hit of the year.

We come to hear that Sajid has decided to release the making months in advance prior to the release of the film -reason being - he believes that the making is equally important and equally entertaining.

CHECK OUT: Sajid-My films can't be dark

Reveals Sajid Khan, "The making will be released way before the release of the film in high definition as to me the movie and the making of the movie are equally important. Audiences will really look forward to the movie once they see the making"

Well witnessing all the hard work that's gone into the film will only make audiences want to see it more, we agree.

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Bollywood box-office report of the week

This Friday will see the Ajay Devgan, Konkona Sen Sharma and Paresh Rawal sitcom ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE? taking on Tanushree Dutta's horror flick ROKKK. The week will also see the release of Studio 18's prestigious ROAD, MOVIE that will have a selective release as it is aimed at the discerning audience. One feels that given the identifiable situations in ATITHI TUM KAB JAOGE?, the film will score over ROKKK while ROAD, MOVIE will also appeal to its target audience.

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Akshay & Aarav - Like father, Like son!

Akshay Kumar may be an expert in martial arts but he loves a good game of cricket.

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Whenever he got free time during his shoots from PATIALA HOUSE he would play cricket and often Aarav would accompany him and participate in the game.

Aarav would always beat Akshay at cricket. In fact he's getting better by the day even in martial arts.

Akshay Kumar has already started training Aarav in various sports, martial arts - Aarav can even climb walls like a pro and can do the summersault even though he's just 9 years old.

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MNIK continues to dominate worldwide Box-office

As of date, MY NAME IS KHAN has earned a worldwide Gross of Rs. 174.60 crores (USD 37.5 M) with India contributing Rs. 102.2 crores and International markets recording an all-time high of Rs. 72.4 crores.

The film has also become the highest grossing Bollywood film in the Middle East at 3.3 million USD and with Jordan, Lebanon & Syria is opening on 10th March, the number is expected to go much higher.

CHECK OUT: What made people stand up for MY NAME IS KHAN?

In the UAE, MY NAME IS KHAN is tracking to become the #4 movie of all time ahead of DARK KNIGHT, TRANSFORMERS 2, SPIDER MAN 3, TWILIGHT: NEW MOON. AT FINAL COUNT, the Middle East distributors expect it to be twice of Fox Searchlight's global 2008 phenomenon SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE in this market.

"In other Islamic markets too," says Vijay Singh, "it continues to grow and has crossed over to non-diaspora audiences. In Indonesia, for example, the film has grown from 6 to 14 screens and has seen a jump of 300% in week 3. The film has not just done the highest ever theatrical business for a Bollywood film, it has become a national phenomenon."

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