Deepika chooses Salman over Shah Rukh Khan?

Deepika chooses Salman over Shah Rukh Khan?

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, who is on a high after delivering three back-to-back hits, is considered close and loyal to superstar Shah Rukh Khan. Not only did SRK launch her in 'Om Shanti Om' but also gave her the biggest hit of her career - 'Chennai Express'. Hence, it comes as a surprise that she is now making efforts to get closer to SRK's rival Salman Khan.

Deepika chooses Salman over Shah Rukh Khan?

While Deepika was shooting with Shah Rukh Khan for Happy New Year at Mehboob studios, she took time out of her busy schedule to meet and chat with Salman Khan. The 'Dabbang' actor was also shooting an ad film in another set in the same studio.

Deepika chooses Salman over Shah Rukh Khan?

A DNA report says that the pretty actress went across to say 'hello' to Salman. She chatted with Salman for about half-an-hour. It was courageous for her to leave her hero SRK to meet his biggest rival, knowing that even after the 'truce' between the two Khans all is not fine between the two. Even director Farah Khan, who is a good friend of Salman's, refrained from meeting Salman as her hero SRK was on the set.

It seems Salman and Deepika have great admiration for each other. While Deepika has expressed a desire to work with Salman many times and will act opposite him in Sooraj Bharjatya's Bade Bhaiya, Salman too has been praising her a lot.

When Salman Khan entertained fishermen community

When Salman Khan entertained fishermen community

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan along with Raj Thackeray, founder of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) inaugurated the 'Koli Mahotsav' - a three-day festival showcasing the rich culture of the fishermen community at Mahim beach in Mumbai.

The festival is expected to have participation from almost all fishing villages in and around Mumbai.

Besides koli dance performances, a wide range of fish and seafood items at the stalls are the major attraction.

The koli community is an ethnic group found throughout the coastal regions and is also one of the original inhabitants of Greater Mumbai.

Jiah Khan suicide: Did Salman Khan advise Suraj Pancholi to end his relationship?

Jiah Khan suicide: Did Salman Khan advise Suraj Pancholi to end his relationship?

In an interview to a tabloid, Jiah's mother Rabiya Amin Khan has revealed that Salman had tried to get Suraj out of the relationship on Aditya Pancholi's request.

Jiah Khan suicide: Did Salman Khan advise Suraj Pancholi to end his relationship?

With each passing day, Jiah Khan's suicide case is witnessing major twists and turns, some shocking ones too. First, Rabiya Amin Khan made Jiah’s six-page suicide note public and held Aditya Pancholi and Suraj Pancholi responsible for her daughter's death. And then, Suraj was arrested yesterday evening on charges of abetting Jiah's suicide. Now, the latest update comes in the form of another shocking revelation from Rabiya.

In an exclusive interview to a tabloid, Jiah's mother said, "He (Aditya Pancholi) told Salman Khan about it (Jiah-Suraj affair), who tried to talk Suraj out of it. But Suraj told him (Salman) that he loved Jiah and Salman was then cool about it." She added, "It's a misconception that Aditya and I were friends. If he was my friend, things would have been amicable and this incident wouldn't have happened. But yeah, I know he threw a fit when he came to know about his son’s relationship with my daughter."

Only a few months ago, it was being said that the Salman was launching Suraj in the remake of the 1983 Subhash Ghai hit, Hero. We wonder if the charges on Suraj are proved by the court and if he's held guilty in Jiah’s suicide case, will Salman still continue to support him? Will it change the equation between the two? Only time will tell…Till then watch this space for more updates.

Salman Khan to start Bigg Boss 7 soon

Reports that Shahrukh might replace Salman Khan as the host of the popular reality show fall flat as Colors has signed Salman for its seventh season as well. Salman Khan's popularity and his fan following is certainly unmistakable. Just when speculations were rife that Sallu's archrival Shahrukh Khan will replace him as the host of Colors' popular reality show Bigg Boss, we hear that the channel just can't do away with Sallu.

A source close to bhai says, "Shahrukh was never considered for Bigg Boss. It is only Salman who could get the show amazing TRPs. Salman is also happy with the production team and has signed to do the next season."

We agree 'coz the way bhai has taken to the show is really remarkable. The 47-year-old superstar connects with the audience in a style that is uniquely his own. The Being Human actor has signed on the dotted line to host the seventh season of the reality show, Bigg Boss 7. In fact, the generous actor will take some time out of the London schedule of Sajid Nadiadwala's Kick to shoot the promo next month. The reality show is slated to go on air in September.

Salman Khan having romantic walks with Daisy Shah?

Dabangg Salman who is known as the most eligible bachelor of Bollywood has dated some of the top beauties of Bollywood but the latest buzz is that Sallu is hanging out with a new lady.

And she is none other than his new Mental co-star Daisy Shah.

Rumours suggest that Daisy and Salman are spending time cycling and having romantic walks in Lavasa.

Sources close to the actor say that the main thing that attracted Salman towards her is Daisy's attitude.

Shraddha Das wants to kiss Salman Khan

Shraddha Das, who made her debut in Hindi film Lahore, starred in Tollywood movies like Arya-2, Marocharitra and Mogudu among other commercially successful movies, is now all set to play a pop singer in her upcoming movie Rey. In a chat with Hyderabad Times, the actress talks about her work and more.

Initially, when you started off in Tollywood, you did almost every movie that came your way. Do you regret not being choosy?
Yes, I do. I did around nine films in one year. It was a learning experience for me. But to be honest, these films have made me a confident actor. So, now I am a lot more choosy about my films.

You have studied to be a journalist, but you have chosen acting as your career...
I was born and brought up in Chembur, Mumbai. I did my schooling in St Anthony's Girls High School where B-town actors like Vidya Balan, Malaika Arora, Shilpa Shetty, Kareena Kapoor, Shamita Shetty and the like have studied. In school, I was very good in science and my dad wanted me to be a chemical engineer, but I had an accident in Class XII where one person died and I was paralysed. My head was shaved off completely and I sustained several fractures. It is

something I cannot forget all my life. However, this incident worked in my favour and I was able to take up journalism.
I completed my graduation in mass media. However, acting is my passion. Once I'm done with acting, I'll pursue a career in mass media.

What are the projects you have in hand?
My co-star in Rey is Megastar Chiranjeevi's nephew, Sai Dharam Tej. I'm playing an American-Mexican pop singer. I am sporting a totally new look as the script demands it. Next is a 3D film directed by Vinayan which is releasing in Malayalam, Telugu and Kannada. Also, two of my Hindi films — Lucky Kabootar and Chai Shai Biscuit — are yet to release.

The title for Lucky Kabootar was inspired by a song from Sanjay Dutt's film and is a tribute to Raj Kanwar, who passed away last year. I play a Punjabi girl in this comedy. It is my first commercial role in Hindi with a lot of dances choreographed by Vishnu Deva. In my other Hindi film, I play a middle class girl who meets an NRI. Both pretend to be something they are not. It's a performance-oriented role. There are no songs in the movie. The script is brilliant.

Tell us about your 'dream role' and the hero you adore the most.
I want to work in an action film as I have trained in martial arts and I also want to do an unconventional role like Rani Mukerji in Black. I'm one of the craziest fans of Salman Khan. Before I die, I want to work in a Salman Khan movie and if that does not work out, I'd be happy if I can kiss him on his cheek — just once.

Your breakup with Varun Sandesh was much talked about. Are you still in touch with him?
I've had one relationship so far and I'm very much open about it. I don't see any reason to hide it. We dated for two years and we broke up. I don't have any contact with him anymore. That's the end of it.

Salman, Katrina Safe in Turkey

Actors Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, who are in Turkey shooting for Kabir Khan's film 'Ek Tha Tiger', are safe.

A source close to the unit said, "They are shooting in Istanbul which is far away from Van, which has been hit by a massive earthquake."

Salman Khan, who was in India for two days to shoot for Bigg Boss, landed on the morning the quake-hit Turkey. Kabir Khan, who earlier tweeted, "Every city has its own energy and character and I love capturing that.'' Salman will be shooting in Turkey for nearly a month and then flies to Iraq to shoot for the same film.

A source said, "Some portions of the film will be shot in the northern border of Iraq and some other middle east countries.''

'Ek Tha Tiger', which will be Salman's next Eid release is a spy thriller shot in five countries. A source said, "One will get to see a different kind of action not like Bodyguard or Dabanng. It is on the lines of Bourne Identity."

Salman to Make an Exception for Sanjay Dutt

Though he is running out of time, Salman Khan wants to watch his buddy David Dhawan's Rascals before he leaves for Dublin to resume shooting and the director in the meantime is ensuring that the film is screened for all and sundry.

Salman incidentally never watches any film. But since this is his soul-brother Sanjay Dutt's first production, Salman is willing to make an exception.

"Salman is very disturbed by the recent reports suggesting a rift between him and Dutt. He wants to somehow fit a screening of Rascals in his airtight schedule, so he can recommend the film to his fans. It's the least that Salman can do. David was overwhelmed to hear this, since he knows Salman doesn't watch films," says a source.

David spent a delightful Saturday evening with Salman, Ajay Devgn and Sanjay shooting for Bigg Boss.

"We all become the Rascals on the set. It was Salman and Sanju's first day of shooting for the show. Seeing their camaraderie I've decided to cast them together in a comedy," David says.

While other directors and producers tend to be ultra-secretive refusing to let a single soul watch their films before release, David has gone the other route with his new comedy.

Every single day there are two-three screenings for friends, friends of friends, and friends of those friends.

In fact there are so many screenings that Sanjay, who turns a full-fledged producer with "Rascals" has cancelled plans of an elaborate premiere.

David says he is fearless about adverse reports on Rascals being messaged to the audience.

Reasons the simple and straightforward storyteller, "What is there to hide? If my film is funny and interesting I can tell by the preview audiences' reactions that they are entertained. If my film is not interesting then no power on earth and no amount of secrecy can rescue it."

David says there are three sets of previews for Rascals happening simultaneously.

"My friends, Sanju's friends and Ajay's family and friends are holding screenings every day. We want as much feedback as possible," he adds.

Osthi Music Release Date Announced

‘Osthi’ is Simbhu’s next film that is fast progressing with its busy shooting schedules. The film is getting released on Diwali – October 26!

The latest is that the audio of the ‘Osthi’ is being released on October 6th in the presence of a galaxy of celebrities. It is rumoured that Simbhu is trying to bring Bollywood star Salman Khan for the audio release.

‘Osthi’ is a remake of Salman Khan’s Hindi blockbuster movie ‘Dabangg’. The Tamil version is directed by Dharani and features Simbhu, Richa Gangopadhyay and Santhanam. Bollywood bombshell Mallika Sherawat is doing an item number, popular ‘Munni Badhnam Hui…’, in the film!

Salman Film Breaks SRK's Overseas Record

Salman Khan-starrer "Bodyguard" is on a record-breaking spree. After a stupendous opening in the domestic market, the film has surpassed the record of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer "My Name Is Khan" by earning 194,000 pounds on the first day of screening in Britain.

"My Name is Khan" had collected 191,000 pounds on the opening day in Britain.

The film is also on its way to becoming the highest grosser in the Middle East. It has collected $1.6 million in the first two days, just a little behind the previous highest grosser "Dabangg" which collected $1.7 million.

"Reliance Entertainment's overseas team is delighted to have delivered one of the biggest overseas hits of the year. 'Bodyguard' is poised to be a record-breaking success for Salman Khan in the international markets," Sanjeev Lamba, CEO Reliance Entertainment said in a statement.

The film, which also stars Kareena Kapoor in the lead, has earned $3.8 million in the US and is expected to overhaul the $5 million collections of "Dabangg".

Can’t make peace between warring Khans: Preity

Preity Zinta, a good friend of both Salman and Shah Rukh, says it is beyond her to bring about a truce between the two warring Khans.

But interestingly, Salman is going to appear on Preity’s upcoming chat-show, which is being produced by SRK`s Red Chillies Entertainment.

When asked if she tried to engineer a patch-up between the two superstars, Preity said, "Please...somebody help me escape this question!"

Salman and Preity have worked together in films like `Har Dil Jo Pyaar Karega` (2000), `Chori Chori Chupke Chupke` (2001), `Jaaneman` (2006). Most of them bombed at the Box Office.

Shah Rukh and Preity were seen together in `Dil Se` (1998), `Kal Ho Na Ho` (2003), `Veer Zaara` (2004) and `Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna` (2006). All these were hits.

"Each one of us has his or her own equation in the industry. This is really beyond me...or anybody else. Let`s wait and watch," Preity said.

The bubbly actress will have both Salman and Shah Rukh -- thought separately -- on her chat show `Up, Close And Personal With PZ` that will be aired from September 3 on UTV Stars.

Salman not interested in Kamal's Michael Madana Kama Rajan

Earlier, there were reports that Bollywood actors Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar are fighting for the remake rights of Kamal Haasan's comedy entertainer Michael Madana Kama Rajan (MMKR). In Michael Madana Kama Rajan, which redefined the comedy genre in Tamil cinema, Kamal Haasan played four different roles: Michael, Madan, Kama and Rajan. The film narrated a series of interesting events in the life of quadruplets separated just after birth. The movie was directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao; Kamal had also written and produced it.

It was said that film maker Farah Khan (of Om Shanti Om fame) was keen to remake the film with Salman Khan, while director Priyadarshan wanted to rope in Akshay Kumar for the same film. But Farah Khan has now denied these reports; she also confirmed that her next film, with Salman Khan in lead, will be an original script.

So what about the Priyan-Akshay duo! Let's wait and watch!

'Ready' revolves around Salman and I don't mind it: Asin

She is the leading lady in 'Ready' but actress Asin Thottumkal says she has no problems with Salman Khan hogging the limelight in the film's promotions.

"When a film stars Salman Khan, it is but natural that the script is written to accentuate his presence in the film. It is also logical to have the film revolve around him. The same has to reflect in the promos as well where his style and mannerisms are exposed to the audience," Asin told the media.

The Annes Bazmee directorial is the third Hindi film for the 25-year-old actress, who has decided to work in only one big Bollywood venture a time and wait for the results rather than pick up multiple projects.

"This was a conscious decision. I waited for the best offer to come my way and I got that in the form of 'Ready' where I get to play a solo heroine in a commercial film with Salman and Anees Bazmee," said Asin.

And the actress has the trend continuing with her next film 'Housefull 2' as well, where she has Akshay Kumar for company. With almost a decade's experience in South Indian films, Asin debuted in Bollywood opposite Aamir Khan in 'Ghajini'.

Despite being in showbiz for so long and working with superstars, the actress says she hasn't let fame get to her head.

"I am a grounded person, mainly because of the kind of upbringing that I have had. My parents are very down to earth people and that is one reason why I never try to fly high.

Being a part of the industry hasn't changed one bit of me or my family over the years," she said.

I feel everyday that I still have to prove a point.

I don't consider myself as someone who is so big that her success could go to her head," she said.

Salman is called Prem in 'Ready', which sparked off rumours that the actor is set to re-create his onscreen chemistry with Madhuri Dixit from the hit movie 'Hum Aapke Hai Kaun'.

But Asin dismissed them as mere speculation. "I don't know from where did these Madhuri-Salman talks start. In fact while I was shooting for the film, I wasn't even thinking of Madhuri or making any conscious effort to recreate it. We just went ahead and followed the script."

"I am sure that I hadn't got any such brief. If at all such stories started making rounds, it was after the shooting was through. Perhaps some people saw a still or two from the film and started bringing on comparisons with Madhuri or Aishwarya. I can assure though that all of this is plain speculation," she said.

Kona Venkat to script Salman Khan’s film

One of the most popular writers in Telugu, Kona Venkat is going to write story for one of Salman Khan’s upcoming film titled Sher Khan! The two reportedly met during the CCL match between North and South film fraternities where they discussed about various things and decided to meet again. The latest report is that Sher Khan, which is mainly targeted at kids, will be a complete entertainer.

Salman Khan plays the lead character who wants everyone around him to be happy and the film has lot of visual effects. Sohail Khan is going to co-produce the film. More details about rest of the cast and crew are yet to be revealed. Meanwhile, Salman Khan, Asin starrer Ready is going to release soon and incidentally, Kona Venkat had written the original story in Telugu.

Salman Khan chooses gym over Ind Vs Pak match

Whatever Salman Khan does, he does it differently. While, almost the entire Bollywood has been watching the India Pakistan World Cup Semi-Final match, Salman prefers to stay at his Panvel farmhouse and work out at his specially constructed Gym.

The actor is not a huge cricket fan and is not a follower of the game, Unlike, his brothers Sohail Khan, who is watching the match at home and Arbaaz Khan who has flown to Mohali with his sister Arpita, Salman is taking the day working out on his body and fitness.

He has been staying alone at his Panvel farmhouse for the last few days and has been working out at his specially constructed gym for two hours each day. It is reported that he might be coming back to Mumbai today, but won't be watching the match.