Ranbir Kapoor is now a Rs. 12 crore actor

His fee is rising as fast as his fame

Four-film-old Ranbir Kapoor has reportedly signed his latest film, to be directed by Imtiaz Ali, for a fee of Rs. 12 crore.

The film will be produced by Shree Ashtavinayak Cine Vision.

Ranbir is on a high following his two back-to-back hits, “Wake Up Sid” and “Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani”, and is being wooed by several top filmmakers.

The actor started off by making Rs. 50 lakh for “Saawariya”. “Wake Up Sid” and “Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani” reportedly fetched him Rs. 8 crore each.

This latest figure of Rs. 12 crore puts him in Bollywood’s top league.

No wonder this amount has encouraged him to refuse films with even the likes of Mani Ratnam. Does it mean less work and more money for the ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ in India?

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He’ll be stepping into Mogambo’s shoes in ‘Mr. India 2’

Producer Boney Kapoor has confirmed that Salman Khan will be playing the villain’s role in “Mr. India 2”. He refused to comment any further as the script is still to be finalized.

For the first time in his career, Salman will play a villain on the lines of Amrish Puri, whose portrayal of Mogambo in “Mr. India” is iconic.

“Mr. India 2” marks Sridevi’s comeback and will also star Anil Kapoor. The film will be directed by Anees Bazmee.
Salman and Boney share a very good bond. In fact, they got along very well during the making of their film “Wanted”. So when Salman heard that Boney was planning a sequel to “Mr. India”, he expressed a desire to star in the film.

Boney told Anees about casting Salman in the film, and Anees could not think of anything better than the role of the unforgettable Mogambo.

Salman is only too happy to play a negative character in the film as it will have a completely different look.

According to the buzz, Salman will be playing a terrorist who wants to rule over India and the story will be about how Anil Kapoor, Sridevi and their gang try to free the country with the help of an invention made by Anil Kapoor.

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Kareena Kapoor offered more money than Aishwarya Rai

Kareena Kapoor crosses Aishwarya Rai as she become the highest paid female actor in Bollywood. Kareena Kapoor for has been offered a staggering Rs 10 crore to star in the third installment of the ‘Golmaal’ series.

According to reports, Kareena Kapoor is going to take home the largest ever amount offered to an actress for Rohit Shetty`s ‘Golmaal 3’. Sources suggest that if she does take up the offer, she will replace Aishwarya Rai as the highest paid female actor.

A source told,“Post ‘Jab We Met’, Kareena`s success graph has risen even more. She was apparently paid Rs 2.5 crore for ‘Kambakkht Ishq’ and little more for ‘Golmaal 2’. Rohit`s film went on to become a hit and the director wants to repeat the cast for his next that will take the story forward. Till now, Kareena Kapoor has never been a part of any sequel. So to make her sign this film Rohit has offered Rs10 crore”.

No one knows that Kareena Kapoor would take up the offer but she has surely shaken Aishwarya Rai’s top spot.

Aishwarya Rai launched designer watches in Chennai

Aishwarya Rai in the Chennai city to launch an exclusive line of new collection designer watches. Swiss watchmaker Longines opened its first exclusive store at ITC Park Sheraton and Towers on Monday in the city. Aishwarya Rai launched the stores and posed with the beautiful pieces of fine art works in her hand. Aishwarya Rai has been an ambassador for the Swiss brand for 10 years now.

Longines PrimaLuna is a ladies watch and is available in the delicate gleam of stainless steel, the rich hue of rose or yellow gold, or the blend of rose gold and steel. The selection dials include white, silvered or mother-of-pearl decorated with hour symbols, Arabic or Roman numerals or diamonds.

Aishwarya Rai says that the ‘bewitching collection is not only graceful, it is magical.” And people who love those unique piece of wrist watches can visit the store which has the Longines Belle Arti collection of timepieces, based on an Art Deco watch of the 1920s for display.

Bollywood Actors & actressess Addresses

Bollywood Actors Addresses


Aamir Khan
11 Bela Vista Apt., Palli Hill, Bandra (W), Bombay - 400 050.

Abhishek Bachchan
Prateeksha, 10th Rd., Juhu Scheme, Bombay -400 049.

Ajay Devgan
5/6, Sheetal Apt., Opp. Chandan Cinema, Juhu, Bombay - 400 049.

Akshay Kumar
203 - A Wing, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri(W), Bombay - 400 053.

Akshay.Khanna
13/C Elplaza, Little Gibs Rd., Malabar Hill, Bombay 400 026.

Amitabh Bachchan
Prateeksha, 10th Rd., Juhu Scheme, Bombay - 400 049.

Anil Kapoor
31 Shrinagar, 7th Rd., JVPD Scheme, Bombay - 400 049.

Bobby Deol
Plot No 22, 11th Rd., JVPD Scheme, Juhu, Bombay 400 049.

Chandrachur Singh
6th Floor, Oakland Park, Versova, Bombay - 400 061.

Govinda
Jai Darshan, A - Wing, Ruia Park, Juhu, Bombay - 400 049.

Jackie Shroff
Le Pepeyon, Mount Mary Road, Bandra, Bombay - 400 050.

Hrithik Roshan
Mayur, Tilak Road, Santa Cruz (W), Mumbai 400 054.

Saif Ali Khan
Bungalow No. 5, Belscot Tower, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri, Bombay - 400 058.

Salman Khan
3, Galaxy Apt, BJ Rd., Bandstand, Bandra (W), Bombay - 400050.

Sanjay Dutt
58 Pali Hill, Bandra(W), Bombay - 400 026.

Shahrukh Khan
603 Amrit, Bandra (W), Bombay - 400050.

Sunil Shetty
18-B, Prithvi Apts., Altamount Rd., Bombay - 400026.

Sunny Deol
Plot No 22, 11th Rd., JVPD Scheme, Juhu, Bombay - 400 049.


Bollywood actresses Addressess



Aishwarya Rai
402, Ramlaxmi Niwas, 16th Road, Khar (W), Bombay - 400 054.

Juhi Chawla
153, Oxford Tower, Yamuna Nagar, Oshiwara Complex, Andheri (W), Bombay - 400 058.

Kajol
Usha Kiran, Altamount Road, Bombay - 400 026.

Kareena/Karishma Kapoor
2-B/110/1201, Excellency, 4th Cross Road, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri (W), Bombay -58.

Madhuri Dixit
Vijaydeep, 3rd Floor, Iris Park, Juhu, Bombay - 400 049.

Mahima Chaudhary
D/5 4th Floor, Navy View, Versova, Andher, Bombay - 400 061.

Mamta Kulkarni
D Wing, 7th Floor, 701, R.C. Complex, Versova, Yari Road, Andheri (W), Bombay - 400 061.

Manisha Koirala
302, Beachwood Towers, Yari Road, Versova, Andheri (W), Bombay - 400 061.

Pooja Bhatt
601, Kyle More Apartments, Behind Mehboob Studios, Bandra (W) Bombay - 400 050.

Rani Mukherjee
B/405, Shakti Apartments, Kalyani Complex, Yari Road, Versova, Bombay - 400 061.

Raveena Tandon
Nippon Society,Juhu Church, Bombay - 400 049.

Shilpa Shetty
12, Dev Darshan, 262 St. Anthony Road, Chembur, Bombay - 400 071.

Sonali Bendre
A/203, 43 Paradise Apts., Swami Samarth Nagar, 1st. Cross Lane, Andheri (W), Bombay - 53.

Sridevi
Green Acres, 7 Bungalows, Lokhanda Complex, Andheri (W), Mumbai 400 058.

Sushmita Sen
6th Floor, Beach Queen, Yari Road, Versova, Andheri (W), Mumbai 400 061.

Tabu
Anukool, 2nd Floor Seven Bunglows, Versova, Andheri (W), Bombay - 400 058.

Twinkle Khanna
Samudra Mahal, Birla Lane, Juhu, Bombay - 400 049.

Urmila Matondkar
93/14, Sangam, Lokandwala Road, Andheri (W), Bombay 400058.

Akshay-Katrina's steamy song 'Gale Lag Ja'

Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif share blockbuster chemistry in the De Dana Dan steamy number 'Gale Lag Ja'. But for all the eager fans hoping to soak-in the fireworks, there's a twist in the tale. "I am keeping the song away for a little time. It will come in the theatres maybe after three or four days. It's my bonus," says director Priyadarshan who is very confident that the film will strike Platinum at the Box Office.

De Dana Dan is a very important film for Akshay considering that his last four releases of the year, Chandni Chowk To China, Tasveer 8X10, Kambakkht Ishq and Blue have failed to add luster to his career. But the positive reports carried by De Dana Dan may just help him end the year on a high. "I believe I'm a part of Akshay's success. And I strongly believe that he has always stood with me and I've paid him back. This time also I'm 100% sure that I'll pay him back. I have had only one actor like him in my life and that is Mohanlal. He never asked me any time what are you doing with me. He never even asked me what the story of the film was. When someone trusts you like that then you have to pay it back. I have tried hard to do that and I hope God will be with me," says Priyadarshan.

De Dana Dan releases in theatres across the world today.

'Veer' has been a 20-year dream of Salman Khan

Mumbai, Nov 23 (IANS) This dream has been a long time coming. When on Jan 22 the epic film "Veer" hits theatres, Bollywood actor Salman Khan would have fulfilled his dream of 20 years. The movie's first look will be unveiled Friday with "De Dana Dan".

"'Veer' has been a 20-year dream of Salman Khan. His involvement in this particular project is tremendous especially because he lived with the script for so long. It's like a dream come true for him," said a source close to the actor in a press statement.

The much-talked about film is about the bravery of a Pindari soldier and speaks of bravery exemplifying the courage of every oppressed Indian fighting for justice and independence. Directed by Anil Sharma, the film features Salman in never seen before avatar along with newcomer Zarine Khan.

Former Miss UK Lisa Lazarus too plays an important role in the film that also stars Mithun Chakraborty and Jackie Shroff along with Sohail Khan and Bharat Dabholkar.

"Salman has gone all out for this film. He has worked hard on his look for 'Veer' - right from the styling to his toned physique. The film has turned out great much to everyone's delight and is touted as Salman Khan's greatest work," said the source.

Produced by Vijay Galani, the film will be realeased worldwide by Eros International.

Galani has roped in Sajid Wajid for the music and Oscar winner Gulzar for the lyrics. This is composer duo's first historical film.

Emraan Hashmi will be seen in a new avatar in ‘Tum Mile’

One of Bollywood's most bankable stars, Emraan Hashmi, says people have contantly tried to pull him down. He also believes the new film "Tum Mile" will present him in a new avatar, having mostly essayed roles with shades of grey.

"In the kind of industry I am, every creative person has a judgement to make about someone else's performance. After doing a movie, I may think that I have come up with my best act, but others may think otherwise. You can't help it," shrugs Emraan, 30.

"This is something that has happened ever since I made my debut with 'Footpath'. I went on to deliver successful films practically every year with 'Murder', 'Zeher' and 'Aashiq Banaya Aapne' followed by 'Aksar' and 'Gangster'. Still people have tried to pull me down," Emraan told IANS in an interview.

He is sitting pretty on the back to back success of "Raaz - The Mystery Continues" and "Jannat". A year earlier, he came up with one of the best ever acts of his career in "Awarapan".

And now he is about to be seen in "Tum Mile", his most expensive film till date that will release on Nov 13. It co-stars Soha Ali Khan.

"It's a welcome change to have absolutely no grey shades in my character," says Emraan.

He is positive that after the release of the film, he would be looked upon as someone who can also show a sensitive side.

"For that opportunity, I am thankful to my director Kunal Deshmukh. If not for him, I would have continued playing the kind of roles I have been successful in. In fact, when Kunal spoke to me about the role, I was sceptical because I have never played a full-on romantic guy before."

He isn't overtly bothered about certain negative statements about him. "Honestly, I don't even look aside to see who is around for competition. There is nothing wrong if people choose to reserve certain remarks for me.

"To each his own since I have to basically live up to my own judgement and fulfil the expectations of those who matter," he says.

He has his fair share of admirers and supporters though.

"Yes, there are some out there who have been quite supportive throughout my career," he agrees. "My goal is to keep delivering successful solo hero films and also do an occasional multi-hero film if I have an equal part. This is why I agreed to do Milan Luthria's 'Once Upon a Time in Mumbai'."

While he has been doing well as an actor after spending more than half a decade in the industry, does he have any plans to turn producer?

"I don't want to be in the hot seat," shoots Emraan in a tone of mock horror. "Mukeshji (Bhatt) tells me that being a producer is the toughest job in the world. I agree with him since he has decades of filmmaking experience.

"Today I am happy being an actor. Any aspirations to be producer are best kept on hold for a later stage."

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Aamir thrills '3 Idiots' composer and lyricist

Aamir Khan is known to walk the path less travelled. And has done so again by choosing to release the music of his upcoming film "3 Idiots" (pictured above) online and getting the parents of composer Shantanu Moitra and lyricist Swanand Kirkire to grace the event.

Though he is not the producer or the director, Aamir was instrumental in organising the music release of the much awaited film.

Moitra and Kirkire are touched by the actor's gesture to call their parents instead of a Bollywood biggie to launch the music.

"It was Aamir's idea to release the music online and get it released by my and Shantanu's parents. This is something that is not done usually. We felt so nice," Kirkire told IANS

This is the first time that Kirkire, who has written lyrics for films like "Eklavya: The Royal Guard", "Lage Raho Munna Bhai", "Parineeta" and "Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi", has worked for an Aamir starrer.

Moitra, too, was overwhelmed by the 44-year-old's gesture and said it was not only an honour for him, but for his parents too.

"My mother had a small accident few days before the launch and I was in two minds about taking her from Delhi to Mumbai. But Aamir messaged saying that on occasions like these it is great if we can have our parents with us so I should get them flown. He didn't have to but he still messaged," Moitra told IANS over the phone.

"It was a great honour for my parents to stand amidst such stars and launch their child's work. I was happy but it was also a very happy moment for my parents to see their son do well," he added.

Moitra has also scored music for films like "Khoya Khoya Chand", "Lage Raho Munna Bhai", "Yahaan" and "Parineeta" among others.

Based on Chetan Bhagat's bestseller "Five Point Someone", "3 Idiots" also stars Kareena Kapoor as well as R. Madhavan and Sharman Joshi. It is slated for a Dec 25 release.

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‘De Dana Dan’ song has been kept under wraps

Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif will feature in a sizzling rain song in their upcoming film “De Dana Dan”.

They will follow in the footsteps of some A-list Bollywood stars who have done hot rain numbers. However, while such songs in the past have been shown in the promos of the films concerened, this particular number, “Gale Lag Ja”, has been kept under wraps.

It seems Akshay was against the idea of showing the song in the promo even if it meant depriving the film of the immense publicity this song’s teaser would have brought.

For Katrina this song is a milestone. It is a dream of every Bollywood actress to feature in a well-picturised rain song and Katrina has got the opportunity with hit co-star Akshay opposite her.

In the song, Katrina is featured in chiffon saris and sexy designer blouses while Akshay is dressed in shirts.

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Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani's vidio 2009

Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani

It’s a love story packed with lots of laughs: The tall and trendy couple Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif seemed to have quite some chemistry on the promos we have seen for this movie ‘Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani’.

The movie promises to be one of the wackiest romantic comedies to date, with all the love and fun. The movie is Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the film has music by Pritam and action by Tinu Verma.

Mr. Santoshi is back with bang : Rajkumar Santoshi's only comedy so far has been ‘Andaz Apna Apna’, and that movie had attained a cult status. Santoshi is best known for hard-hitting films such as ‘Damini’, ‘Lajja’ & ‘Halla Bol’.

He hastens to clarify that his latest film is very different from his first comedy film. "Ajab Prem ki Ghazab Kahani is nothing like ‘Andaz Apna Apna’.

That was a pure comedy and this one is essentially romance interspersed with comedy. So, it would be good if people don't expect an out- and- out laugh riot when they go to watch this film.

Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani (Theatrical Trailer) *Katrina & Ranbir* (2009)

Aishwarya Rai was the original choice for Barbie makers not Katrina Kaif

Aishwarya Rai recently revealed that she was the original choice for Barbie makers and not Katrina Kaif

Aishwarya Rai also said that she was offered four times by the Barbie makers. When Aishwarya Rai was asked by the media, how she felt about Katrina Kaif’s Barbies hitting the market in first week of December, Aishwarya Rai instantly answered that she was the original choice for Barbie.

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Aishwarya Rai told, “I was asked by that brand (Barbie), not just now but, I think, since Miss World, then at the turn of millennium, then when my movies were raging success after Canes and this year was the fourth time actually that I was requested by Barbie to walk the ramp on a particular day.”



She adds, “But I was a committed professional working with Vipul Shah and he needed my date on that day so I was unable to accept that offer to walk the ramp that particular day for them.”Aishwarya Rai discovered that she did not regret not becoming a Barbie girl and wished Katrina Kaif good luck for her Barbies.