Inspired by Big B, Prakash Jha also joins Twitter

By now, its common knowledge that Amitabh Bachchan is an avid blogger and also very active on popular social networking site ‘Twitter’. In fact during the shooting of his forthcoming film Aarakshan, so inspired was director Prakash Jha by Big B’s dedicated tweeting and blogging that he too decided to join the social networking community.

Prakash Jha, curious to see what the fuss is all about, has recently started tweeting from his handle @prakashjha1.

In one of his early tweets, Jha shares an exclusive still from his upcoming film Aarakshan. It is the picture of Amitabh Bachchan walking in the rain.

Along with the picture, he also re-tweeted Amitabh Bachchan’s tweet dated 8 March “T 300 -Somebody from the crowd, after seeing me getting wet in rain shot after shot, yelled to director -’Look after our son-in-law, please !’”

Whether he looked after Bhopal’s son-in-law is a matter of speculation, but for now, lets all welcome Prakash Jha onto the Twittersphere.

Deepika to play Amitabh’s daughter

MUMBAI: Deepika Padukone has been selected by Prakash Jha to play Amitabh Bachchan’s daughter in upcoming film Aarakshan.

Two other leading actresses were being considered for the part. And initially, Jha even thought of casting a newcomer. What clinched the role for Padukone was her height and demeanour, reveals a source.

This will be Deepika’s first film with both Prakash Jha and Big B. Shooting begins in Bhopal soon. Interestingly, it is also the location where Jha based his last film Raajneeti featuring the actress” ex, Ranbir Kapoor.

How he zeroed in on Deepika is quite a story. “I began to flesh out the part, make it more dramatic.

That’s when I thought of Deepika in the role of Bachchan Saab’s daughter. They’re both tall and look quite like father and daughter.”

Watch exclusive movie clips of Rakht Charitra only on Bollywood Hungama

It’s another first for Bollywood Hungama with the upcoming film Rakht Charitra starring Vivek Oberoi, Suriya and Shatrughan Sinha in lead roles. This time Bollywood Hungama will be showcasing ‘seven exclusive clips’ from Rakht Charitra, even before the film’s release. Yes, you read it right!!

The beauty of this campaign is the fact that it is a first not just on the web space but across any other platform where selected exclusive movie clips will be broadcasted before the film’s release. The exclusive preview of Rakht Charitra starts tomorrow.

So gear up and surf Bollywood Hungama to watch the exclusive preview of Rakht Charitra.

Live Chat: John Abraham on October 3 at 1600 hrs IST

The hunk of Bollywood, who tops everyone’s best-body list, John Abraham, is surely a dream turned into flesh and blood. Where at one point he was chosen in every film for a role of a racy young dude, he is now opting for roles that give him an opportunity to showcase his acting skills. Be it his last film Aashayein or the latest Jhootha Hi Sahi, this poster boy is definitely getting something new to the table.

Bollywood Hungama gives you a chance to chat with John Abraham about his upcoming film Jhootha Hi Sahi, on Sunday, October 3, at 1600 hrs IST.

Sanjay Dutt, John Abraham and Bipasha Basu to appear on KBC – 4

With season one of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC)’, the entire nation was held in raptures as none other than the living legend of Bollywood – Amitabh Bachchan with his deep baritone voice took over TV screens. Well time has passed and the fourth season is here, with the audience waiting anxiously for the first episode.

However, there is a lot to look forward to in the first episode, as the first contestant on the show will be none other than Sanjay Dutt. Dutt will be appearing on the show as a contestant to promote his upcoming film Knock Out.

Apparently, even John Abraham was on the game show to promote his film Jhoota Hi Sahi. Bipasha Basu was also present to help John in the game. Bips tweeted, “On the sets of KBC! I still have childlike excitement to meet MR. B!:)What a magnetic personality!!!” She however clarified that she was not on the hot seat playing the game. “Thankfully I don’t have to b on d hotseat! I just hve to be the helpline to help d contestant.:) Easy Role!,” she tweeted.

KBC – 4 will be aired from October 11, which also happens to be Amitabh Bachchan’s birthday.

Sanjay Dutt, John Abraham and Bipasha Basu to appear on KBC – 4

With season one of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC)’, the entire nation was held in raptures as none other than the living legend of Bollywood – Amitabh Bachchan with his deep baritone voice took over TV screens. Well time has passed and the fourth season is here, with the audience waiting anxiously for the first episode.

However, there is a lot to look forward to in the first episode, as the first contestant on the show will be none other than Sanjay Dutt. Dutt will be appearing on the show as a contestant to promote his upcoming film Knock Out.

Apparently, even John Abraham was on the game show to promote his film Jhoota Hi Sahi. Bipasha Basu was also present to help John in the game. Bips tweeted, “On the sets of KBC! I still have childlike excitement to meet MR. B!:)What a magnetic personality!!!” She however clarified that she was not on the hot seat playing the game. “Thankfully I don’t have to b on d hotseat! I just hve to be the helpline to help d contestant.:) Easy Role!,” she tweeted.

KBC – 4 will be aired from October 11, which also happens to be Amitabh Bachchan’s birthday.

Kangna finds appreciation from Madhavan

MUMBAI: Kangna Ranaut has come up with a sweet act in Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai, something which has seen an all around appreciation from audience as well as critics alike.

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Kangna finds appreciation from Madhavan

Everyone is fighting for power here: Sonu Sood

MUMBAI: Promos of Dabangg have hit the screens and it is there for one and all to know that Sonu Sood is playing a baddie in this Salman Khan starrer.

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Everyone is fighting for power here: Sonu Sood

Tusshar not frustrated by gap in film releases

MUMBAI: There are some films that seem like a winner in the making even before the first look is out.

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Tusshar not frustrated by gap in film releases

SRK to learn a thing or two from Shahana!

MUMBAI: Shahrukh Khan has been in the Film Industry since very long.

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SRK to learn a thing or two from Shahana!

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