Katrina Kaif to play a knife-throwing stunt in the remake 'Seeta Aur Geeta'!

Katrina Kaif to play a knife-throwing stunt in the remake 'Seeta Aur Geeta'!: Rather than delegating the job to her body double, Katrina Kaif herself wants to learn knife-throwing for her role in the remake of the 1972 film Seeta Aur Geeta.

The original movie had Hema Malini playing a feisty knife-thrower who does her shtick for roadside entertainment. In the film’s remake, to be directed by Dibakar Banerjee, Katrina wants to learn the skill and throw real sharp knives at her male co-star.

Katrina is quoted as saying that she loved the stunts done by Hema Malini in Seeta Aur Geeta, including the scene where she climbs up the ceiling fan in a police station. But what fascinates Katrina most is knife-throwing.

Determined to shed the tag of a dainty damsel, Katrina is itching to actually learn the skill, apart from doing various other stunts in the film’s remake.

We have our fingers crossed for her male co-star, whoever it’s gonna be.

Salman Khan rescue for Zarine Khan!

Salman Khan rescue for Zarine Khan!: The recent reports about Zarine Khan falling out of favour with her Veer co-star Salman Khan have proved incorrect.

For Salman seems to be pushing Zarine’s career ahead and wants her to make a mark in the industry. Zarine has good looks; her acting may have a few rough edges to smoothen out, but the most important thing for any newcomer is to keep getting work. That’s what’s been worrying Zarine lately.

But Salman came to her rescue and convinced director Anees Bazmee, who is directing Ready with the star, to rope in Zarine for a guest appearance in the film.

In the movie Zarine will be seen with Arbaaz Khan in a brief role.

During the weekend, Arbaaz and Zarine flew down to Bangkok to shoot the film.

Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini gets together again in Aarakshan

Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini gets together again in Aarakshan: Prakash Jha's Aarakshan is all set to reunite one of the most loved couples of Bollywood, Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini.

Hema is the latest addition to Jha's team. According to a unit hand, Hema Malini's character is nothing but a cameo, which wasn't in the script earlier but has been added as per the scripts demand.

It is believed Hema gave her consent only when she learnt the character is promising.

Bipasha Basu proudly says, I'm proud of myself

Bipasha Basu proudly says, I'm proud of myself: Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu, whose journey in showbiz began in 1996 after winning the Cinthol supermodel contest, says she is extremely lucky and proud of her achievements.

'I just realised my journey has been quiet a long one, from 1996 to 2011. It's only me who knows how much hard work and dedication has gone behind everything. I have been honest with my profession and brought the best of me on the screen,' said Bipasha.

Dressed in a formal white outfit with black beads and sequin work on it, she came for the the launch of Versace collection of watches in collaboration with Timex Group.

'I feel extremely lucky when I look behind in my life. I am proud of myself and also proud of what I am today. I used to dream of having such luxury brands and now I effortlessly own so many of them,' said the 32-year-old, who has a fetish for watches.

'The one object that I love the most is the watch. It is a must have possession for everybody. It is also my favourite gifting option.

'All the watches that (actor) John (Abraham) owns are gifted by me. Now I think his collection is set to have a Versace watch,' she said.

Aamir Khan did 3 Idiots because it was about education!

Aamir Khan did 3 Idiots because it was about education!: Though he did not look that aged playing a college student in 3 Idiots, superstar Aamir Khan feels he should not have taken the role.

“I shouldn't have acted in 3 Idiots as in no way do I look like an 18 year old. The only reason I did the film was because it was about education,” said Aamir, who was in the capital on Monday to launch the book 'Colours of my Rainbow' by Himani Verma.

The book tells the story of struggles of Salma Ansari, wife of the Vice President of India Hamid Ansari, to set up schools to marginalized and underprivileged children in Aligarh.

Aamir said he was drawn towards the subject of education in movies after directing Taare Zameen Par.

“I was drawn towards stories about education ever since Taare Zameen Par and then 3 Idiots happened. Cinema has the ability to reach out to people and more films upholding this cause should be made,” said the actor.

Aamir flew down from Berlin where he is on the jury at the Berlin Film Festival.

Kangana Ranaut play an audacious role in 'Tanu Weds Manu'

Kangana Ranaut play an audacious role in 'Tanu Weds Manu': Kangana Ranaut, most popular for playing the ‘girl interrupted’ kind of roles on the big screen will be seen playing a hilariously quirky character in this Friday’s release Tanu Weds Manu.

In the movie, Kangana plays Tanu, a rebellious girl from a small town.

“My character in the film is not glamorous. She is audacious but very lovable character. She is from a very cultured Kanpur family, who has studied in Delhi University. But then she also likes to shock people and have a bit of fun,” Kangana is quoted as saying by a news agency.

The actress added that unlike her previous roles she did not have to do any research for this one because she has known a lot of girls like Tanu.

“I come from the North, I have grown up with people who think like Tanu and also dress up like her. So it was not a role that needed too much research,” she said.

The movie stars Madhavan as Kangana’s NRI suitor. The movie is a romantic comedy about how love gradually takes root between two unlike-minded people.

Lara Dutta-Mahesh Bhupathi's honeymoon postponed!

Lara Dutta-Mahesh Bhupathi's honeymoon postponed!: After their church wedding in Goa on Saturday, Lara Dutta and Mahesh Bhupathi are presently in Dubai, not for their honeymoon but for tennis.

Honeymoon can wait for the newly-weds. For they have flown to Dubai where Mahesh will play in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.

“Happy to be with my husband at the Dubai Open! Perfect weather!” Lara tweeted after their arrival in Dubai.

Honeymoon may have been delayed, but the hubby-wife duo is certainly making the most of their time together. They tried out some Thai food in Dubai.

“Best Thai food in the World in my opinion...place called Mango Tree in Dubai.!!” Mahesh tweeted.

Salman Khan gets relieve from the poaching case

Salman Khan gets relieve from the poaching case: Salman Khan is now a relieved man. On Monday, the Jodhpur bench of High Court gave the star, who is the main accused for killing a chinkara and blackbuck in 1998, permission to leave the country without informing it.

In April 2007, Salman spent six nights behind bars before the High Court released him on bail and suspended his five years of imprisonment in the poaching case. He was out on bail under the condition that he should inform the High Court in advance before leaving the country for whatsoever reason.

No more restrictions for Sallu. “The court while hearing our application has exempted Salman from the necessity of giving information prior to leaving the country,” Salman’s advocate tells a daily.

Salman is accused of killing two animals of endangered species - a chinkara and blackbuck - in the year 2008 when he was shooting in Rajasthan for Sooraj Bharjatya’s film Hum Saath Saath Hain. He was accused of poaching along with the stars of the film Sonali Bendre, Tabu and Neelam.

Madhuri Dixit doesn't want to act with Rajinikanth!

Madhuri Dixit doesn't want to act with Rajinikanth!: After the stupendous success of Endhiran, Rajinikanth gears up for his next film Rana with Deepika Padukone, but the man was also interested in roping in Madhuri Dixit for the film.

Par yeh ho na saka! Mad over Madhuri, Rajinikanth faced disappointment after the actress politely declined the offer because soon she has to leave for the US to join her kids and family. No wonder everyone continues to be in the awe of this wonderful, effervescent actress.

As a source tells a daily, “Besides casting Deepika Padukone and Sonu Sood from Mumbai, Rajni Sir was also keen to have Madhuri Dixit in Rana. However she turned down the offer… saying that she was missing her sons Arin and Raayan.”

Madhuri came to India primarily to shoot for Jhalak Dikhla Jaa 4 where she is a judge along with the sexy Malaika Arora and choreographer Remo. It was reported that during her trip she will listen to some scripts but it seems she will keep her fans waiting.

Family still takes precedence over films for Madhuri.

Deepika Padukone crazly wants to play with Salman Khan

Deepika Padukone crazly wants to play with Salman Khan: She started her career with a film opposite Shahrukh Khan. The Om Shanti Om gal Deepika Padukone is always keen to romance big stars on screen!

That was the reason why she recently quit a big Bollywood project and lapped up the golden chance to work with the superstar Rajinikanth in his next. Now on her wishlist is Salman Khan.

Ramesh Taurani of Tips is again teaming up with Rajkumar Santoshi for the film Ladies And Gentleman and Deepika is the one who might get paired up with the movie’s main lead Salman Khan. As per sources, Deepika might even cut down her fee for this project; money is not the issue.

“She is so kicked about working with Sallu that she hasn't charged her market price. This is not something she does often,” tells a source to a tabloid.

Earlier there were rumours that Deepika is working with Salman in not one but three films: Ready, Kick and even Bodyguard. But Deepika couldn’t bag any of these films.

Checkout Priyanka Chopra and Shahid Kapoor's century of love!

Checkout Priyanka Chopra and Shahid Kapoor's century of love!: A befitting tale for the lovey-dovey couple who can’t seem to have enough of each other. Priyanka Chopra and Shahid Kapoor could not have hoped for a better film than one chronicling 100 years of romance.

Director Kunal Kohli is readying to direct his next film which will be an out and out love story spanning a time period of 100 years. The lead roles in the film will be played by Priyanka and Shahid, who, as everyone from the movie buffs to income tax guys know, are in a relationship.

When Priyanka heard the narration of this century-long love story, that too with Shahid, she was reportedly so thrilled that she made changes in her dates diary to accommodate Kunal’s film, likely to go on the floors in May this year.

Presently, Kunal is finalizing the shooting locations for the film. He hasn’t zeroed down on the movie’s title yet, but is open to suggestions.

How about ‘Pyar Ki Century’?

Asin in swimsuit in her next!

Asin in swimsuit in her next!: When in doldrums, do something eye-catching. The mantra has saved many a sinking careers in the showbiz, and south actress Asin, who’s not yet had a great career in Mumbai, seems to have succumbed to it.

For in director Sajid Khan’s film Housefull 2, she will be seen wearing swimsuits and sarongs. The sexy makeover of Asin, says the director, is the requirement of the script.

Producer Sajid Nadiadwala says since the film is going to be shot in the exotic locales of Italy and Greece, including their scenic beaches, such a costume becomes necessary for Asin.

Asin hasn’t been so far able to capitalize on the super success of her first Hindi film Ghajini. Her second film London Dreams was a washout at box office. Now, she’s hoping to bounce back with two big films" the Housefull sequel with Akshay Kumar and Ready with Salman Khan.

Must say she’s taken the right picks.

Salman Khan play a lead role in Shirish’s 3D film Joker?

Salman Khan play a lead role in Shirish’s 3D film Joker?: Salman Khan is so fascinated with the idea about a film in 3D that he has asked Shirish Kunder to pen a role for him in his upcoming 3D superhero action flick Joker.

Joker began shooting in February in Chandigarh with Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha in the lead roles. Now, at Salman’s insistence Shirish has to pen a role for him in the film and that is no easy job, considering Salman’s stature as an actor. Reveals Kunder to a leading daily, "I would love to include Salman in Joker. But it has to be a role that would do justice to him."

Salman Khan has appeared in cameos for Farah Khan and Srish Kunder in ‘Om Shanti Om’ and ‘Tees Maar Khan’, and he has recently signed to play the lead in Kunder’s film Kick. However, Sallu is so in love with 3D technology that Joker is unlike any other.

Promising to take the audience to a world they’ve never seen or experienced before, Kunder is convinced that the 3D movie will bring the masses back into the theatres.

Salman simply does not want to be left out of this 3D extravaganza.

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, manager fined Rs. 15 lakh

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, manager fined Rs. 15 lakh: Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and his manager Maroof have been fine Rs. 15 lakh in connection with the recovery of undeclared foreign currency from them at the airport in Delhi on February 13.

Earlier, Directorate of Revenue Intelligence officials questioned the singer extensively to find out where the money came from and why it was not declared.

According to the sources, the money he was carrying was received for his seven performances. On the basis of information, the investigating agency carried out raids at forex dealers premises in Andheri.

DRI officials have already conducted searches at the premises of "Eyeline Telefilm and Events in Mumbai, owned by Chitresh, elder brother of Bollywood singer Aadesh Shrivastava.

Rahat and his 16-member troupe were detained for allegedly carrying about Rs. 60 lakh of undeclared foreign currency.

Indian laws allow up to 5,000 dollars in cash, or 10,000 dollars in traveller''s cheques to be taken abroad.

Madhavan very fond of Kangana Ranaut

Madhavan very fond of Kangana Ranaut: Actor R. Madhavan really enjoyed working with National Award winning actress Kangana Ranaut in 'Tanu Weds Manu', so much so that the multi-lingual star admits he has become fond of her and would like to do more films with the pretty actress.

'I am very fond of Kangana and attracted to her. I feel she is an extremely competent actor, very professional and she has actively contributed to the role for the first time,' Madhavan told IANS.

'As an actor, I have never worked with a heroine who does that. They (other heroines) are happy doing what the script demands from them but Kangana is the one who was pushing the envelope. I hope I can do another film with Kangana, I really enjoyed working with her,' he said.

Madhavan rubbished a media report that said he was angry with Kangana as she was hogging the limelight in the film's promotion.

'Unfortunately, it's wrong news,' he said. 'Kangana is shooting in Bangkok, so she did her character's (Tanu) promotion earlier,' he said.

'There is absolutely no reason to be upset with her and I am really missing her.'

Directed by Anand Rai, 'Tanu Weds Manu' is set to hit theatres Feb 25. It is a romantic comedy, which shows how two seemingly opposite natured people fall in love.

'I don't know why this romantic tag stuck with me for so long.

They (directors) want it, so I give them that. I am not going to fight it. This is a different kind of romantic story. It's not a cliche 'hold my hand and get into a fight' later on kind of story. It's very real and I don't remember if I have seen such a romantic film ever,' said Madhavan, who plays the role of Manu in the film.

About the film, Madhavan said: 'Manu is brought up in a small town in a middle class family, very happy with whatever his parents have in mind for him, no rebellious quality unnecessarily. He goes to London, spends eight to nine years and comes back with his tradition intact, like most Indian guys, who go from a small town, do.

'What happens is you forget that in the span of time of your staying abroad, your town has changed-McDonalds, MTV, all have come in and people are having flings for the sake of it and suddenly there is a complete mismatch in the opposite direction.

'You are an Indian, she is westernized, you are a conformist, she is rebellious and there is a mismatch. But love has its own course.'

The character is semantic to most of the foreign-returned small town guys, said Madhavan. 'It rarely happens that one who goes abroad, returns with a foreigner wife or girlfriend, smoking and speaking with an accent. Ninety percent

come back being more Indian than they were.'

The reigning star of the south is eager to offer varied shades of characters to his Hindi audience.

'In the south, I have done some really dynamic characters, really brutal and masculine ones. Unfortunately, the Hindi guys haven't seen that angry guy in me as yet. So if a script like that comes along, I would really love to do (the role of) an angry young man now,' said Madhavan.

'I think I am competent in comedy. Even 'Tanu Weds Manu' is comical but it has no comedy, it's humorous. But I would love to do a comedy film. I just did a hard-core comedy film in Tamil, which did very well,' said Madhavan.

The actor revealed that he has signed two more Hindi films but refrained from giving any details.

Saif Ali Khan to teach Amitabh Bachchan!

Saif Ali Khan to teach Amitabh Bachchan!: Saif teaches Big B how to use iPadMegastar Amitabh Bachchan's hectic shooting schedule in Bhopal for 'Aarakshan' is proving to be quite a learning experience.

'Saif (Ali Khan) introduces me to a cool application on iPad - 'Rehearsal'. Particularly useful for us (artists) in reading scripts, making comment,' Amitabh wrote on microblogging site Twitter.

The film based on the sensitive issue of reservations is being directed by Prakash Jha and stars Deepika Padukone apart from Saif.

Neil Nitin Mukesh wants to play a situational comedy

Neil Nitin Mukesh wants to play a situational comedy: He has always played intense and serious roles, but not many know that Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh has a humorous side which he would like to explore in films. The actor is keen to do situational comedies.

'I would love to be a part of a comedy film but it is very important what type of comedy the film has to offer. I can't bang my head here and there and make people laugh,' Neil told IANS on phone from Mumbai.

'I would love to be a part of a situational comedy, something like 'Hera Pheri',' he added.

Five-films-old Neil has garnered plenty of critical acclaim with serious roles in his films 'Johnny Gaddaar', 'Aa Dekhen Zara', 'Jail', 'New York' and 'Lafangey Parindey' but off-screen the actor admits he is a clown.

'I am a clown off-screen and keep making people laugh with my acts. I have a great sense of humour. I am a good mimicry artiste also, a glimpse of which you would have seen in 'Johnny Gaddaar',' the actor proudly said.

Last seen in 'Lafange Parindey' with Deepika Padukone, Neil returns with yet another dark role in Vishal Bharadwaj's '7 Khoon Maaf', which is an adaptation of Ruskin Bond's short story 'Susanne's Seven Husbands'.

He plays the role of the 'lucky first husband' to get married to Susanna, played by Priyanka Chopra.

'Earlier, I was a bit nervous about working with Vishal but in course of time I realised he is a very humble human being and a great director. He has a different vision and explains each and everything so beautifully to an actor,' he said.

The actor sports a moustache for his role as an army man, Major Edwin Rodrigues, in the film, and says the character is inspired by his uncle Mohnish Mukesh.

So, does he plan to sport a moustache in future?

'Let's see how the audience responds to it. That will only decide whether or not I would sport it in future,' he said.

Apart from Neil, the film also stars John Abraham, Irrfan Khan, Naseeruddin Shah, Annu Kapoor and Russian actor Aleksandr Dyachenko.

Asked if he was ever apprehensive about being a part of the multi-starrer '7 Khoon Maaf', Neil said: 'I don't understand why everybody is asking the same question. If I had been apprehensive, I would not have taken the film in the first place.'

'Such things sometimes create a doubt in the minds of actors like us - whether we made the right decision or not,' he added.

Meanwhile, Neil is busy shooting for Abbas Mustan's 'Players' with Abhishek Bachchan, Bipasha Basu and Sonam Kapoor and reveals that he has signed another film.

Salman Khan to take Yoga session from Kareena Kapoor

Salman Khan to take Yoga session from Kareena Kapoor: Muscleman Salman Khan is the latest to join the Yoga bandwagon, and it’s none other than Yoga freak Kareena Kapoor who has inspired him to adopt a healthy lifestyle through yoga.

While shooting for Bodyguard, Kareena managed to convince Salman to try out Yoga, and the Salman enjoyed the yoga sessions enough to give up his weight training for asanas.

Reports suggest that Salman is hooked to Yoga and is enjoying it so much that he has convinced his brothers Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan to do Yoga with him every morning.

Wonder who else Salman will give his newly discovered Yoga gyan to?