Amauna Pandey

Everything you need to know about Amauna Pandey: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Amauna Pandey: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

'Barfi!' treads foreign grounds

May 23, 2013 at 3:18 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) Ranbir Kapoor-starrer "Barfi!", which amassed critical and commercial acclaim in 2012, continues its international journey with an invitation from the Shanghai International Film Festival and an impending release in Taiwan and Hong Kong. The actor is excited.

Manoj Bajpayee admires Kay Kay (Movie Snippets)

May 21, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Mumbai, May 21 (IANS) Actor Manoj Bajpayee, currently shooting for his upcoming movie "Saat Uchakkey" in the capital, was really impressed sharing thoughts with "talented actor" Kay Kay Menon.

I want to play a serious role in films: Sara Khan

May 21, 2013 at 1:42 PM

Mumbai, May 21 (IANS) Television actress Sara Khan, known for her show "Dhoond Legi Manzil", who will be seen in comedy films "Aman Ki Asha" and "Maaya, Vanilla and Strawberries", says while she enjoys the genre, she would like to play a serious role as well.

Nepali-Canadian first to climb Everest without prosthetic limbs

May 20, 2013 at 7:18 PM

Kathmandu, May 20 (IANS) In a bid to prove to the world that "disability was not inability", Sudharshan Gautam, a Nepali-Canadian citizen, became the first amputee to climb Mount Everest without the help of prosthetic limbs, officials said Monday.

IPL Scoreboard: Pune Warriors vs Delhi Daredevils

May 19, 2013 at 7:50 PM

Pune, May 19 (IANS) The following is the scoreboard of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Pune Warriors and Delhi Daredevils at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Sunday:

Pune Warriors opt to bat against Daredevils

May 19, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Pune, May 19 (IANS) Pune Warriors India opted to bat first in their Indian Premier League clash against Delhi Daredevils at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Sunday.

Soldier shot dead in Bihar

May 16, 2013 at 12:14 PM

Patna, May 16 (IANS) An Indian Army soldier was shot dead early Thursday by unidentified assailants in Bihar, police said.

Living fit life in middle age cuts heart disease risk

May 16, 2013 at 11:10 AM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): Getting fit during middle age can reduce your risk for heart failure, according to a new study led by an Indian researcher.

IPL: Pathan's fireworks go in vain (Roundup)

May 15, 2013 at 8:38 PM

Ranchi, May 15 (IANS) Yusuf Pathan's unusual dismissal ended his blazing knock and eliminated Kolkata Knight Riders from the Indian Premier League here Wednesday.

Kolkata out of IPL after loss to Pune

May 15, 2013 at 7:42 PM

Ranchi, May 15 (IANS) Pune Warriors edged out Kolkata Knight Riders by seven runs in the Indian Premier League here Wednesday.

IPL scoreboard: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Pune Warriors

May 15, 2013 at 7:42 PM

Ranchi, May 15 (IANS) Scoreboard of the Indian Premier League match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Pune Warriors at the JSCA International Stadium here Wednesday.

IPL: Pune post 170/4 against KKR

May 15, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Ranchi, May 15 (IANS) Pune Warriors scored 170 for four against Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League encounter here Wednesday.

IPL: KKR opt to field against Pune Warriors

May 15, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Ranchi, May 15 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders won the toss and decided to field against Pune Warriors in their Indian Premier League match here Wednesday.

'I Don't Luv U' is a touching story

May 14, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Mumbai, May 14 (IANS) Actor Ruslaan Mumtaz, who will soon be seen in "I Don't Luv U", says not only viewers would be able to relate to the story, the film would make them think.

IPL scoreboard: Pune Warriors vs Mumbai Indians

May 11, 2013 at 8:06 PM

Pune, May 11 (IANS) Scoreboard of the Indian Premier League match between Pune Warriors and Mumbai Indians at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Saturday.

Mumbai beat Pune, reclaim 2nd spot

May 11, 2013 at 7:50 PM

Pune, May 11 (IANS) Mumbai Indians reclaimed the second position after beating Pune Warriors India by five wickets in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Saturday.

Mumbai Indians restrict Warriors to 112/8

May 11, 2013 at 5:50 PM

Pune, May 11 (IANS) Mumbai Indians restricted Pune Warriors to 112 for eight in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Saturday.

Warriors to bat first against Indians

May 11, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Pune, May 11 (IANS) Pune Warriors won the toss and elected to bat in their Indian Premier League (IPL) tie against Mumbai Indians at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Saturday.

UP officials in judiciary's firing line (UP Newsletter)

May 10, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Lucknow, May 10 (IANS) Bureaucracy in Uttar Pradesh found itself in the firing line of the judiciary this week, with almost 50 officials served contempt of court notices and non-bailable warrants.

'Barfi' set for Turkey release, Ranbir excited

May 8, 2013 at 1:20 PM

Mumbai, May 8 (IANS) Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra starrer "Barfi!" is all set to get a commercial release in Turkey. Said to be the first Indian movie to get a mainstream release in the country, it will hit close to 40 screens May 10.

Modi telephones Lalu after accident

May 4, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Patna, May 4 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Saturday telephoned RJD chief Lalu Prasad to inquire about his health, a day after he was injured in an accident.

Anupam praises 'Gang of Ghosts', terms its script unique

May 3, 2013 at 3:00 PM

Mumbai, May 3 (IANS) Anupam Kher will soon start shooting for Satish Kaushik's directorial venture "Gang of Ghosts" and says after a long time he has come across an interesting and different script.

Clean energy fund underutilised, lacks of focus: Experts

May 1, 2013 at 3:00 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) The national clean energy fund, which was launched in 2010 and has in its kitty over Rs.8,000 crore, is severely under-utilised and seems to be heading nowhere due to lack of clear-cut strategy and focus, experts have said.

Look chic in designer wear this season

April 28, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) Add a breath of fresh air to your wardrobe by including summer-friendly apparel created by designers like Poonam Bhagat, Pankaj and Nidhi and many more.

Hindus take dip in Ganges during lunar eclipse

April 26, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Varanasi/Allahabad, April 26 (ANI): A large number of Hindu devotees took a holy dip in River Ganges during the lunar eclipse to achieve salvation.

'Aman Ki Aasha' remake of Spanish film

April 24, 2013 at 2:28 PM

Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Pakistani actor Ali Zafar, who has wrapped up shooting for his Hindi film "Aman Ki Aasha", says it is a remake of a Spanish movie.

IPL scoreboard: Royal Challengers vs Pune Warriors

April 23, 2013 at 8:28 PM

Bangalore, April 23 (IANS) Scoreboard of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Pune Warriors India at the M. Chinnaswamy stadium here Tuesday.

Gayle smashes fastest century in cricket history

April 23, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Bangalore, April 23 (ANI): Swashbuckling West Indian opener Chris Gayle hit the fastest century ever in all forms of cricket on Tuesday evening.

Music of 'I don't love you' launched in Mumbai

April 23, 2013 at 5:00 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (ANI): The cast and crew of the upcoming romantic drama 'I Don't Love You' launched its music in Mumbai.

Summer showers halt IPL tie in Bangalore

April 23, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Bangalore, April 23 (IANS) Sudden summer showers on a hot Tuesday late afternoon briefly halted the Indian Premier League (IPL) tie between hosts Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Pune Warriors India (PWI) at the M Chinnaswamy stadium here.

JD-U, BJP tells workers to prepare for split

April 23, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Patna, April 23 (IANS) Tension between Bihar's ruling parties is escalating by the day with both the Janata Dal-United (JD-U) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) preparing their workers for a split.

Dismal performance has no effect on Daredevils fans

April 18, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Delhi Daredevils' dismal form in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has not deterred their fans, who turned up at Ferozeshah Kotla in plenty to watch their team take on the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) here Thursday.

IPL: Pune opt to field against Hyderabad

April 17, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Pune, April 17 (IANS) Pune Warriors won the toss and decided to field against Sunrisers Hyderabad in an Indian Premier League encounter here Wednesday.

IPL 6: Its Revenge time for Pune Warriors against Sunrisers Hyderabad

April 17, 2013 at 11:16 AM

une Warriors will now be looking for revenge when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 22nd match of IPL to be played at Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium, Pune from 4pm.

Pune Warriors choose to bat

April 15, 2013 at 7:56 PM

Chennai, April 15 (IANS) Pune Warriors won the toss and elected to bat against Chennai Super Kings in their Indian Premier League tie at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium here Monday.

AAP asks people to suggest candidates for Delhi polls

April 15, 2013 at 5:40 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Monday asked the people to suggest candidates for contesting the Delhi assembly polls, which are likely to take place at the year-end.

Disha Pandey drops surname

April 15, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Chennai, April 15 (IANS) Southern actress Disha Pandey has dropped her surname, saying she wants to be known as an Indian and not by her caste.

UP minister axed over comments against women officials

April 13, 2013 at 11:48 PM

Lucknow, April 13 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Saturday booted out Raja Ram Pandey, a Samajwadi Party (SP) legislator and minister for Khadi and Gramudyog, for his unrepentant public utterances against women officials.

IPL 6: Mighty Mumbai Indians faces reloaded Pune Warriors today

April 13, 2013 at 11:22 AM

Pune Warriors will take on Mumbai Indians in the 15th match of Indian Premier League to be played at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai from 4pm.

Have a dedicated channel for documentaries: Mike Pandey

April 13, 2013 at 10:52 AM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Have dedicated channels for documentaries, educate and build the capacity of our rural people, says three-time Green Oscar winner Mike Pandey, who feels documentaries are an agent of change as they inform and educate the masses even in the remotest areas of the country.

Adah's comic lessons in 'Hum Hai Raahi Car Ke'

April 12, 2013 at 3:40 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) Adah Sharma, who will be seen sharing screen space with the likes of Sanjay Dutt and Juhi Chawla in comedy "Hum Hai Raahi Car Ke", says she got to learn a lot from her experienced co-stars about comic timing.

IPL 6: Solid Rajasthan Royals faces wavery Pune Warriors today

April 11, 2013 at 11:59 AM

Rajasthan Royals will take on Pune Warriors in 13th match of Indian Premier League, which will be played at Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium, Pune from 8pm.

IPL scoreboard: Kings XI Punjab vs Pune Warriors

April 7, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Pune, April 7 (IANS) The scoreboard of the Indian Premier League match between Kings XI Punjab and Pune Warriors here Sunday.

Punjab romp to 8-wicket win over Pune

April 7, 2013 at 7:08 PM

Pune, April 7 (IANS) Kings XI Punjab recorded their first win in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a comfortable eight-wicket win over Pune Warriors India at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Sunday.

Pune Warriors elect to bat against Punjab

April 7, 2013 at 4:05 PM

Pune, April 7 (IANS) Pune Warriors India captain Angelo Mathews won the toss and elected to bat against Kings XI Punjab in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium here Sunday.

Disha learns Telugu through songs (With Image)

April 7, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Chennai, April 7 (IANS) She is not taking any classes to learn Telugu, yet southern actress Disha Pandey has improved her knowledge of the language and gives credit to Telugu songs.

IPL scoreboard: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Pune Warriors

April 5, 2013 at 11:56 PM

Hyderabad, April 5 (IANS) The following is the scoreboard of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Pune Warriors at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, here Friday.

IPL 6: Sunrisers Hyderabad to make IPL debut today against Pune Warriors

April 5, 2013 at 1:09 PM

A confident Sunrisers Hyderabad is ready to make their Indian Premier League (IPL) debut today against Pune Warriors at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad. The match will start at 8 pm.

Trinamool slams Bengal election commissioner

April 2, 2013 at 7:40 PM

Kolkata, April 2 (IANS) The Trinamool Congress Tuesday accused West Bengal State Election Commissioner (SEC) Meera Pandey of "dancing like a puppet" to the tune of the opposition CPI-M.

Warriors want to shed whipping boys image

April 2, 2013 at 5:16 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Having finished last in the fifth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Pune Warriors India will be looking to shed their image of whipping boys.

IPL: An old age home or cradle of youth?

April 1, 2013 at 4:50 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Is the Indian Premier League (IPL) a home for the aged or a pre-school for those hoping to play international cricket some day? The truth lies somewhere between the two perceptions.

Will do my best as head of BJP women's wing: Saroj Pandey

March 31, 2013 at 8:42 PM

Raipur, March 31 (IANS) BJP leader Saroj Pandey, who was Sunday appointed the chief of the party's Mahila Morcha (woman front), said she will try to do her best in the new role.

Mamata government blinks, but standoff with poll panel continues

March 26, 2013 at 11:54 PM

Kolkata, March 26 (IANS) Faced with a gritty state election panel, the West Bengal government Tuesday flip flopped but blinked, agreeing to reorganise the districts in the two phase rural body polls late next month on a dramatic and action packed day.

Bengal poll panel seeks clarifications from Mamta regime

March 25, 2013 at 9:46 PM

Kolkata, March 25 (IANS) West Bengal's State Election Commission Monday wrote to the state government seeking clarification about its unilateral announcement of the upcoming rural body polls, even as confrontation loomed large between the poll panel and the government.

Congress demands rescheduling of Bengal panchayat polls

March 25, 2013 at 5:30 PM

Kolkata, March 25 (IANS) Describing the Mamata Banerjee government's scheduling of the upcoming rural body polls as "politically motivated", the Congress Monday urged West Bengal's poll panel to use its constitutional power and reschedule the elections in the interest of "good justice".

Poonam Pandey endorses quirky web campaign

March 20, 2013 at 7:21 PM

New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Model Poonam Pandey has been roped in as brand ambassador for a quirky campaign titled "Chaddi for Chaddi Buddy" ahead of the festival of colours Holi.

Chaturvedi is TTFI president, Chautala's son gets top post

March 19, 2013 at 3:54 PM

Lucknow, March 19 (IANS) Prabhat Chandra Chaturvedi was elected president of the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) at its annual general meeting here, replacing jailed politician Ajay Chautala for the top post.

Pratima Pandey brings Picasso magic to runway

March 17, 2013 at 6:54 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) The magic of Pablo Picasso's paintbrush and colours was revisited when designer Pratima Pandey showcased her collection, inspired by the painting of the famous artist, at the ongoing Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW).

Section of BJP leaders boycott party executive meet

March 16, 2013 at 4:38 PM

Patna, March 16 (IANS) Infighting in Bihar's BJP Saturday surfaced again with half a dozen senior party leaders, including three ministers, boycotting the executive meeting of the party here - the first after Mangal Pandey became the state party chief.

BJP for all-party meet to resolve Bengal rural poll row

March 14, 2013 at 10:54 PM

Kolkata, March 14 (IANS) The BJP Thursday demanded an all-party meeting to resolve the row between the West Bengal government and State Election Commission (SEC) over scheduling of the rural body polls.

BJP backs Bengal poll panel, confident of fair elections

March 11, 2013 at 6:51 PM

Kolkata, March 11 (IANS) Rejecting the ruling Trinamool Congress's allegation that the West Bengal Election Commission was "biased", the BJP Monday exuded confidence that the panel would conduct the upcoming rural polls in the state in a fair manner.

Poonam Pandey links her b'day with the sex position '69'

March 11, 2013 at 2:59 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (ANI): Stripping queen, Poonam Pandey has her favourite subject - 'sex'- on her mind even on her 22nd birthday today.

Trinamool alleges poll panel of bias, opposition flays remarks

March 10, 2013 at 8:51 PM

Kolkata, March 10 (IANS) Firing a fresh salvo at the state poll panel, West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress Sunday accused its chief of favouring the Left Front and trying to defer the upcoming rural polls to save it from "an inevitable defeat". Opposition parties flayed the comments.

State poll panel chief favouring Left Front: Trinamool

March 10, 2013 at 6:51 PM

Kolkata, March 10 (IANS) Firing a fresh salvo at the State Election Commission, West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress Sunday accused its chief of favouring the Left Front and deliberately trying to defer the upcoming rural polls to save it from "an inevitable defeat".

Devotees celebrate Mahashivratri with traditional fervour across India

March 10, 2013 at 12:19 PM

Varanasi/ New Delhi, Mar 10 (ANI): Hindu devotees are celebrating the festival of Mahashivratri with traditional and religious fervour across the country today.

Trader, son shot dead in UP village

March 7, 2013 at 5:07 PM

Lucknow, March 7 (IANS) A trader and his 38-year-old son were killed Thursday when unidentified assailants opened indiscriminate fire on his family at their home in a village of Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur district, police said.

Actor shouldn't worry about numbers: Disha Pandey

March 7, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Chennai, March 7 (IANS) Southern actress Disha Pandey feels an actor should worry about his or her performance, but not about the numbers a film makes at the box-office.

Off-roader maker eyeing Goa market

March 4, 2013 at 6:25 PM

Panaji, March 4 (IANS) The world's leading off-roader and all-terrain vehicle (ATV) manufacturer Polaris is eyeing Goa and four other states for a potential market, a company official said.

Screen writers to correct Bollywood's drift from reality

February 24, 2013 at 3:31 PM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) The country's top scriptwriters will pitch to correct Bollywood's growing disconnect with ground realities during the third Indian Screenwriters Conference, to be held in Mumbai Feb 25-27.

'Kai Po Che!' mints Rs.4.5 crore on opening day

February 23, 2013 at 1:33 PM

Mumbai, Feb 23 (IANS) Abhishek Kapoor's "Kai Po Che!" opened to a good response, garnering Rs.4.5 crore on its opening day at the Indian box office. Overseas too, the movie has done well so far.

Housewife chefs: Delivering home food in star hotels (Business Feature)

February 17, 2013 at 1:53 PM

Varanasi, Feb 17 (IANS) It's nearly lunch time and homemaker Sangya Pandey is busy in the kitchen. An everyday routine for millions of women in India - but there's a difference here. People awaiting food cooked by Pandey are not family or even friends, but guests at a five-star hotel.

'Special 26' sequel, franchise in offing?

February 16, 2013 at 4:17 PM

Mumbai, Feb 16 (IANS) Akshay Kumar in the role of a fake CBI officer, carrying out mock-raids across the country in "Special 26", has gone down well with the audience. Now, the film's production company, Viacom 18 Motion Pictures, is keen to carry the heist tale forward into not only a sequel, but an ongoing franchise.

There's lot of appetite for good cinema: Manoj Bajpayee

February 16, 2013 at 1:37 PM

Mumbai, Feb 16 (IANS) Actor Manoj Bajpayee, whose latest film "Special 26" is getting a good response at the box office, says this proves there is a lot of appetite for good cinema and entertainment.

Vivek Oberoi's film faces theatre crunch

February 15, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Mumbai, Feb 15 (IANS) After a not-so-great response to "Kismet Love Paisa Dilli" (KLPD), actor Vivek Oberoi's romantic comedy "Jayantabhai Ki Luv Story" released Froday. The film's initial reports are largely encouraging. However, it is facing an unforeseen crisis - a shortage of movie theatres!

'Special 26' to be remade down South?

February 12, 2013 at 7:55 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Filmmaker Neeraj Pandey-directed "Special 26", which has garnered positive response, is likely to be remade down South.

No scope for 'Phas Gaye... 2', says writer-director (Movie Snippets)

February 11, 2013 at 7:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) Subhash Kapoor, writer-director of 2010 satire "Phas Gaye Re Obama", is not sure if he will be associated with the sequel of the movie.

Irani Cup: Advantage Rest of India despite Tendulkar's feat

February 8, 2013 at 7:07 PM

Mumbai, Feb 8 (IANS) Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar's record-equalling 81st First Class century was not enough for Mumbai as Rest of India (RoI) bowled out the hosts, taking the significant first innings lead on the third day of the Irani Cup at the Wankhede Stadium here Friday.

'Special 26' entertaining and engaging caper-thriller (IANS Movie Review - Rating: ****)

February 8, 2013 at 1:39 PM

Film: "Special 26"; Writer-director: Neeraj Pandey; Cast: Akshay Kumar, Manoj Bajpayee, Anupam Kher, Jimmy Sheirgil, Rajesh Sharma, Kishore Kadam, Divya Dutta and Kajal Aggarwal; Rating: ****

Irani Cup scoreboard - Day Two

February 7, 2013 at 6:11 PM

Mumbai, Feb 7 (IANS) The scoreboard of the Irani Cup tie between Mumbai and the Rest of India at the Wankhede Stadium here Thursday.

Aamir Ali quits 'F.I.R'

February 7, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Mumbai, Feb 7 (IANS) After playing a rustic cop Bajrang Pandey for more than a year in long running comedy show "F.I.R", popular TV actor Aamir Ali has quit the series.

Akhilesh Yadav defends re-induction of tainted minister in his Cabinet

February 7, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Lucknow, Feb. 7 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday defended the re-induction of tainted minister Vinod Singh alias Pandit Singh into his Cabinet, saying that nothing has been found wrong against the minister.

It's Akshay Kumar versus Prabhudheva this Friday

February 6, 2013 at 12:51 PM

Mumbai, Feb 6 (IANS) After Kamal Haasan's bravura kathak in "Vishwaroop", it is time for some serious freestyle western dancing and a heist drama at the box office. "ABCD - AnyBody Can Dance" and "Special 26", releasing Friday, are mainstream entertainers, but those that bend the conventional rules of entertainment.

Double role getting hectic for Rati Pandey

February 5, 2013 at 5:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) TV actress Rati Pandey, who is seen in the double role of Zara and Indira in daily soap "Hitler Didi", says playing two roles has been a learning experience, but at the same time it is hectic too.

SC to examine provision on minors' age in juvenile act

February 4, 2013 at 8:22 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) The Supreme Court will look into the constitutional validity of provisions of the Juvenile Justice Act under which a person is treated as a minor till he or she turns 18.

Instant social media outbursts new 'literature'?

February 4, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Agra, Feb 4 (IANS) Literature need not all be classic -- even spontaneous outpouring on social media sites count as literature, said panelists during a discussion at the three-day Taj Literary Festival here.

Govinda may do cameo in 'Aankhen' sequel: Nihalani

February 3, 2013 at 4:38 PM

Mumbai, Feb 3 (IANS) "Aankhen" was one of Govinda's biggest hits. After two decades, producer Pahlaj Nihalani is coming out with a sequel to the super hit comedy and says that the Bollywood funny man may do a cameo in it.

'Race 2' does well in overseas markets

January 30, 2013 at 6:54 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) After minting money at the Indian box-office, director duo Abbas-Mustan's "Race 2" has got an overwhelming response in the overseas market too. The film has already collected $3.5 million.

Irani Trophy: Sehwag to lead Rest of India

January 29, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Virender Sehwag will lead the Rest of India squad against Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai in the Irani Cup match to be played Feb 6-10 at the Wankhede Stadium here.

Why Manoj pestered Neeraj Pandey to collaborate

January 29, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Actor Manoj Bajpayee reveals he became such a big fan of director Neeraj Pandey after watching his film "A Wednesday" that he kept pestering him to take him in one of his films.

Comedy should be recognised: Chunky Pandey

January 28, 2013 at 6:24 PM

Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Comedy is becoming a popular genre across Bollywood films and TV shows, but actor Chunky Pandey rues the fact that there are no major awards in the country which honour comedians and comic movies.

I've great respect for TV actors, technicians: Manoj Bajpayee

January 28, 2013 at 5:12 PM

Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Manoj Bajpayee, who will be seen promoting his forthcoming film "Special Chabbis" on TV show "Hum Ne Li Hai...Shapath", says he has huge respect for small screen actors and technicians. He admits that they work harder than people in the film world.

Initially, Akshay didn't understand 'Special Chabbis'

January 28, 2013 at 12:16 PM

Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Akshay Kumar says it took him almost four months to say yes to "Special Chabbis" because initially he did not understand the script, which carries an important message too.

Manoj Bajpayee back on TV

January 27, 2013 at 1:36 PM

Mumbai, Jan 27 (IANS) Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who was quite active on the small screen before making it big in filmdom, will again be seen in a special episode of TV series "Hum Ne Li-Hai Shapath".

Anupam Kher plans to don director's hat again (Lead, superseding previous story)

January 19, 2013 at 4:41 PM

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who has spent over three decades in the Hindi film industry and has directed one film, plans to go behind the camera again.

Anupam Kher plans to don director's hat

January 19, 2013 at 3:05 PM

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who has spent over three decades in the Hindi film industry, has plans to take up direction sooner or later.

Poonam Pandey visits 'Maha Kumbh' in Allahabad

January 18, 2013 at 5:13 PM

New Delhi, Jan 18 (ANI): Poonam Pandey recently visited the ongoing Mahakumbh in Allahabad to get blessings for her upcoming Bollywood debut film 'Nasha'.

Mangal Pandey appointed Bihar BJP chief

January 18, 2013 at 4:09 PM

Patna, Jan 18 (IANS) Mangal Pandey was Friday appointed the chief of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Bihar. Pandey, 44, replaced the 81-year-old C.P. Thakur, a former union minister.

'Being Human' branding won't be used in films: Salman

January 17, 2013 at 8:26 PM

Mumbai, Jan 17 (IANS) Superstar Salman Khan doesn't want to mix his NGO Being Human with his commercial work and clarified that the costumes in his movies will not be containing the name of the brand.

Poonam Pandey to pile on pounds for new flick 'Nasha'

January 17, 2013 at 10:49 AM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (ANI): Poonam Pandey, who has always maintained a size zero figure, has decided to shed this image soon and gain some extra weight for her Bollywood debut.

Akshay dedicates 'Special Chabbis' song to Twinkle

January 16, 2013 at 11:45 PM

Mumbai, Jan 16 (IANS) Actor-producer Akshay Kumar has added one more feather to his cap by singing a song in his next film "Special Chabbis" and says he wants to dedicate the song to his wife Twinkle Khanna.