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It is rather ironical that Yash Raj Films’ much-talked about forthcoming release ‘Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi’, which is expected to bring cheer to the production banner and wrap up the year on a happy note, is being released in a not very happy time.Starring Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan along with newcomer Anushka Sharma, the romantic drama is releasing Dec 12. The people in Mumbai, in particular, are still haunted by the wounds inflicted on the nation’s movie and financial capital by terrorists 10 days ago. But the production house is hopeful that by the time the movie hits the screen, normalcy will return to Mumbai and the mood of the people, not only in Mumbai, but elsewhere in the country, too, will undergo a change.’At least, we are expecting that to happen, though nobody can predict what will happen tomorrow,’ a spokesman of Yash Raj Films told IANS Thursday. In Mumbai, the people have begun to come to the cinema halls. But there are palpable signs of suspense around most of the cinema premises and most cinegoers are still caught in fear and uncertainty.This accounts for the sparse clientele of family audience, particularly the females who, otherwise, throng the multiplexes in the city.
‘Following Mumbai police’s order, we have stepped up the security check at our properties. Though this may have inconvenienced our patrons, we must say that it is for their own safety that we have had to do so,’ said Yogesh Mehta, manager of Cinemax property at Goregaon, a north-west suburb of Mumbai.The news floating around currently that there might be another terror attack only adds to the city’s tense situation, even though the people in general have taken it in their stride and are going about their jobs as usual.’After what Mumbai went through 10 days ago, it is understandable if a fear psychosis has gripped the city and there is a little drop in the number of people visiting the theatres of late. The theatre managements can do nothing but to bear with it and hope that the scenario will turn for the better soon,’ said R.C. Vidhani, president of the Theatre and Multiplex Owners’ Association.’Whether the scenario turns for the better or not, ‘Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi’ is important for Yash Raj banner for more than one reason. The stakes are high on the movie primarily because, after last year’s ‘Chak De! India’, Bollywood’s most prestigious production house has not had a hit so far,’ said Vikas Mohan, editor of Bollywood’s trade magazine Super Cinema.’All the four Yash Raj productions so far this year, ‘Tashan’, ‘Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic’, ‘Bachna Ae Haseeno’ and the animation movie ‘Roadside Romeo’, could not warm up to the box office. These successive failures, obviously, put a dent on the banner’s image,’ he added.
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Ajay Devgan and Kajol, the sensible couple of Bollywood believe in doing serious work. They do not display their affection publicly, like Saif and Kareena or kiss controversies but want their creative work to speak. Recently, Ajay Devgan announced a film that would have wife Kajol in the lead role – a cause of jubilation for their fans. Ajay Devgan is riding waves of success for his recent Golmaal Returns, and the zeal is catching on. His next directorial venture after U Me Aur Hum, is his one of the most ambitious projects till date. The actor wants his film (unnamed) to be technically correct and he is leaving no stones unturned to achieve perfection. Ajay is ensuring that there are not many characters in the film and the film doesn’t end up appearing slow and dull like his former attempt. Loads of best wishes for the lovely couple!
male, but short, fat, balding men are proving that they can still be a screen success.In an image-conscious industry, actors such as Himesh Reshammiya, Vinay Pathak and Paresh Rawal have found that how they look has not been a hindrance.All three readily admit they are no matinee idols, and may even be past their prime, yet are still a box office draw — suggesting that personality, a sense of humour and raw talent are just as attractive as a pretty face.At five feet five inches (1.64 metres) tall, Reshammiya knows he is an unlikely screen presence. The 35-year-old only became an actor in 2007 after a career as a successful Bollywood music director.It is only people’s love that has made me a hero. I am nowhere near other good-looking heroes of the industry,” he said.
Warner Bros. is turning a watchful (and legal) eye on Bollywood.The studio is claiming an Indian film titled Hari Puttar: A Comedy of Terrors (pictured), comes too close to the mega-blockbuster Harry Potter franchise.
