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

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

'Pyaar Ka Dard Hai' completes one year (TV Snippets)

June 18, 2013 at 7:48 PM

Mumbai, June 18 (IANS) Rajshri Productions' family drama "Pyaar Ka Dard Hai" has successfully completed one year on the small screen. Lead actress Disha Parmar says she is obliged to the audiences for their positive response.

Disney signs Ranbir Kapoor for 'Jagga Jasoos'

June 17, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Mumbai, June 17 (IANS) Actor Ranbir Kapoor has been signed by Disney for "Jagga Jasoos" franchise and the film's shooting will commence in September next year.

Moms' stories will shock you: Marzi Pestonji

June 16, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) The dance reality show "Dance India Dance Super Moms" may have given wings to several women and choreographer Marzi Pestonji, one of the judges on the show, says their life stories are shocking.

Ranbir to promote 'Yeh Jawaani...' in Russia

June 15, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Mumbai, June 15 (IANS) His grandfather, late cinema legend Raj Kapoor, continues to be a rage in Russia and now actor Ranbir Kapoor is set to promote his latest release "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" (YJHD) in the country.

Get engaged in the art of reuse

June 13, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Hidesign, an eco-friendly leather good brand, has come up with their annual eco-initiative, The Art of Reuse, that engages the practice of re-cycling those materials that are discarded as waste.

Parineeti, Aditya Roy Kapur team up for YRF movie

June 8, 2013 at 12:25 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) Actor Aditya Roy Kapur and the versatile Parineeti Chopra will share screen space in Yash Raj Films' (YRF) new production, to be helmed by "Ishaqzaade" director Habib Faisal.

Marriage does not have bearing on my work: Vidya Balan (Interview)

June 7, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Mumbai, June 7 (IANS) "I am enjoying being married," says Vidya Balan, adding that marriage neither put the brakes on her prizewinning acting career nor does it have any bearing on the kind of roles she would choose in future.

'Yeh Jawaani...' grosses Rs.100 crore, and still counting

June 6, 2013 at 8:09 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) The industry saw it coming, and fans made it happen - Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone-starrer "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" has become the first film to cross Rs.100 crore mark within just a week of its release.

Manisha gorged on pizza on Cancer Survivors Day (Movie Snippets)

June 3, 2013 at 10:09 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Actress Manisha Koirala, who has battled ovarian cancer, says she spent June 2, International Cancer Survivor Day, by visiting a temple, eating pizza and just relaxing.

'Aashiqui 2' success unbelievable: Aditya's brother

June 1, 2013 at 5:29 PM

Mumbai, June 1 (IANS) Actor Kunaal Roy Kapur is happy that his brother Aditya's film "Aashiqui 2" has crossed the Rs.100 crore mark at the box office. He says it is "unbelievable" for his family.

'Yeh Jawaani...' mints Rs.19.45 crore on opening day

June 1, 2013 at 4:57 PM

Mumbai, June 1 (IANS) Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone-starrer "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" collected Rs.19.45 crore net on its opening day in the country.

Pooja Kumar performs own stunts for 'Vishwaroopam 2'

June 1, 2013 at 1:21 PM

Chennai, June 1 (IANS) Actress Pooja Kumar, who has featured in films like "Flavors" and "Anjaana Anjaani", has performed her own underwater stunts for Kamal Haasan's upcoming multi-lingual action-drama "Vishwaroopam 2".

Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani review: A complete cocktail of varied emotions

May 31, 2013 at 12:07 PM

The much anticipated movie of the year Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani has hit the theatres across the nation after its release today on May 31. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Kalki Koechlin and Aditya Roy Kapur, the Ayan Mukherji directorial Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani becomes a must watch for people who loves to enjoy life with every bit of coming moments.

Scared of Vidya's husband, Emraan not talking about kiss scene

May 30, 2013 at 9:13 PM

Mumbai, May 30 (IANS) Actor Emraan Hashmi, who is known as serial kisser in Bollywood, has decided that he will not talk about the kissing scene in "Ghanchakkar" as Vidya's husband Siddarth Roy Kapur is the head of UTV which is producing the film.

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani: Movie Review, story, release date, expectations

May 30, 2013 at 5:23 PM

Ayaan Mukherjee directorial Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani starring Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Aditya Roy Kapur and Kalki Koechlin is all set to release this Friday on May 31 and has already gained much popularity due to its fabulous music and star cast.

'Vishwaroopam 2' canned at Bangkok airbase

May 30, 2013 at 5:05 PM

Mumbai, May 30 (IANS) "Vishwaroopam 2", the sequel to Kamal Haasan's "Vishwaroopam" is being shot in Thailand, and the team even shot scenes at the Bangkok airbase, reveals actor-filmmaker Shekhar Kapur.

'Yeh Jawaani...' to break 10-year jinx for Bollywood in Israel

May 29, 2013 at 6:04 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Since the 2002 film "Devdas", no Bollywood film is said to have hit screens in Israel. Now, Ranbir Kapoor-starrer "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" will break the dry spell Friday.

'Aashiqui 2' joins Rs.100 crore club

May 28, 2013 at 7:25 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Director Mohit Suri's musical saga "Aashiqui 2" has become the latest to join the Rs.100 crore club and the producers are elated.

For Riteish, Govinda true dancing superstar

May 28, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Mumbai, May 28 (IANS) Actor-producer Riteish Deshmukh marvels at Govinda's dancing skills and says that he looks up to him as an inspiration.

Glad we didn't make film on Buddha: B.K. Modi

May 27, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Mumbai, May 27 (IANS) Industrialist B.K. Modi, who is making a mega-teleseries on Buddha's life under his banner Spice Global, is glad that he didn't make a film on Buddha's life.

We've ended up becoming film family: Kunaal Roy Kapur

May 25, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Mumbai, May 25 (IANS) His elder brother is associated with a film production banner, while his younger brother is a video jockey-turned-actor. Director-actor Kunaal Roy Kapur feels even though they are not really a film family, but they have ended up being one.

Completely support Mumbai Indians, says Ranbir

May 25, 2013 at 4:38 AM

Kolkata, May 25 (IANS) Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor asserts that he "completely" supports his home team Mumbai Indians in the sixth edition of Indian Premier League.

Ranbir stays away from social-networking sites

May 23, 2013 at 8:06 PM

Kolkata, May 23 (IANS) Having accepted the fact that rumours about his private life are "part and parcel" of the film industry, "Barfi!" star Ranbir Kapoor Thursday maintained that he would stay away from social-networking sites to shield his off-screen life.

Karzai seeks more Indian investment in Afghanistan

May 21, 2013 at 6:30 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Afghan president Hamid Karzai Tuesday called for Indian investment in critical sectors such as healthcare, telecom, agri-business and capacity building.

Love for shopping led to Ayesha Kapur's own label

May 20, 2013 at 5:34 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) "Black" fame actress Ayesha Kapur enjoys shopping for accessories so much that she decided to make it her business and launched her own label - Ayesha Accessories.

Karan Grover wants sleek, stylish movie on Byomkesh Bakshi

May 19, 2013 at 12:54 PM

Mumbai, May 19 (IANS) TV actor Karan V. Grover, who loves superhero characters and would like to play one on the big screen, feels that someone should attempt a technologically sound movie on fictional detective Byomkesh Bakshi's exploits.

Filmmakers in awe of 'Mariyaan' trailer

May 18, 2013 at 1:18 PM

Chennai, May 18 (IANS) Renowned filmmakers such as Deepa Mehta, Ashutosh Gowariker and Shekhar Kapur are floored by the recently released trailer of upcoming Tamil romantic-drama "Mariyaan".

Vidya Balan to holiday in France with husband?

May 17, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Mumbai, May 17 (IANS) Actress Vidya Balan, who was seen walking the red carpet at the 66th Cannes International Film Festival, will set out for a holiday with husband Siddharth Roy Kapur in France after the movie extravaganza.

What's Swara's survival kit? (Movie Snippets)

May 16, 2013 at 4:30 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Actress Swara Bhaskar believes her survival kit, primarily comprising her friends and family, helps her sail through the ups and downs in her showbiz career.

UTV brings together hit 'jodi' of Emraan, Kunal

May 14, 2013 at 1:42 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The hit pair of actor Emraan Hashmi and director Kunal Deshmukh will team up for a masala entertainer.

After Bharat maa, Geeta maa! says Riteish Deshmukh (With Image)

May 8, 2013 at 12:49 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Actor Riteish Deshmukh was surprised to see how people came to meet his co-judge Geeta Kapur during auditions of their new show "India's Dancing Superstars" and said that she has a huge fan following.

Thongchai moves to 59th, qualifies for US Open

May 7, 2013 at 2:01 PM

Kuala Lumpur, May 7 (IANS) Thai star Thongchai Jaidee's fourth place finish at the CIMB Niaga Indonesian Masters golf over the weekend has propelled him to 59th position on the latest Official World Golf Ranking which puts him in line for a third appearance at the next month's US Open.

Japan's Kataoka confident of first Asian Tour win

May 6, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Singapore, May 6 (IANS) Unheralded Daisuke Kataoka of Japan believes his first victory on the Asian Tour will come very soon after an outstanding showing at the Indonesian Masters over the weekend.

Ritesish addicted to 'Aashiqui 2' songs (Movie Snippets)

May 6, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Mumbai, May 6 (IANS) Actor Riteish Deshmukh says he can't stop himself from listening to?Aashiqui 2? songs.

Would love to do another romantic film, says Aditya Roy Kapur

April 30, 2013 at 10:44 PM

Mumbai, April 30 (IANS) Bollywood actor Aditya Roy Kapur, whose film, "Aashiqui 2" has done well at the box office, says that he would like to be a part of another romantic film, but nothing has been finalized at the moment.

Bhatt saab hasn't asked me to see 'Aashiqui 2': Rahul Roy

April 30, 2013 at 7:32 PM

Mumbai, April 30 (IANS) Twenty-three years after Mahesh Bhatt's Aashiqui became a blockbuster, its leading man Rahul Roy is wondering why he hasn't been invited to see "Aashiqui 2".

I may do TV again: Karisma Kapoor

April 30, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Karisma Kapoor, who has worked in a fiction show on TV and even judged reality shows, says if she will find anything interesting, she may return to the small screen.

Choose 'Riot of Colors' this summer!

April 27, 2013 at 4:52 PM

New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Let your clothes scream 'colourful' this season! Designera Kamaall Dixsit and Varruna Kapur have launched a new range of apparel in lots of bright colours for summer.

I never say no to Farah: Geeta Kapur (With Image)

April 26, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) "I am lucky to have two mothers," says choreographer Geeta Kapur referring to her biological mom and her mentor Farah Khan whose request she never turns down.

Aashiqui 2 Movie Review: Fails to impress with story; good music

April 26, 2013 at 1:31 PM

The much sought sequel of 90's cult musical hit 'Aashiqui', Mohit Suri directorial Aashiqui 2 starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor in the lead roles has releaed across the country this Friday.

Watch 'Dilliwaali Girlfriend' from 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani'

April 26, 2013 at 10:34 AM

The new song 'Dilliwaali Girlfriend' from the much sought upcoming movie Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone has been released and the duo has yet again set the fire on the screen with their electrifying on screen chemistry.

B-town celebs attend special screening of 'Aashiqui 2'

April 25, 2013 at 3:40 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (ANI): The star cast of 'Aashiqui 2', Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor, attended a special show of their upcoming movie in Mumbai.

'Aashiqui 2' team dance to film's music at Mumbai concert

April 25, 2013 at 3:08 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (ANI): The entire star cast of 'Aashiqui 2' attended a concert to celebrate the music of the movie in Mumbai on Wednesday night.

Shamshad Begum had sung 'Katiya Karoon' 50 years ago!(Lead)

April 24, 2013 at 6:12 PM

New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) "Katiya Karoon" from "Rockstar" tugged at music lover's heartstrings so much that it became on of their favourite songs. But did you know that legendary singer Shamshad Begum, who died Tuesday, too had sung a song titled "Katiya Karoon" in 1963!

Shamshad Begum had sung 'Katiya Karoon' 50 years ago!

April 24, 2013 at 5:40 PM

New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) "Katiya Karoon" from "Rockstar" tugged at your heartstrings and the romantic number became a favourite of music lovers. But did you know that legendary singer Shamshad Begum, who died Wednesday, too had sung a song titled "Katiay Karoon" in 1963!

TV no more a small screen, says Riteish

April 24, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Following the footsteps of Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, actor-turned-producer Riteish Deshmukh makes his debut on TV as a judge with dance reality show, "India's Dancing Superstar". He says television's reach has become so wide that no longer it is "small".

Unbelievable stuff on IDS will scare, says Geeta Kapur

April 24, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Dancing reality show "India's Dancing Superstar" (IDS) has more potential to scare the viewers, says choreographer Geeta Kapur, who will judge the show with Ashley Lobo and actor Riteish Deshmukh.

IDS judges to look for emotion, entertainment

April 24, 2013 at 1:16 PM

M0umbai April 24 (IANS) The judges will look for a good dose of entertainment along with talent and emotion in a performance while judging the dance reality show "India's Dancing Superstar" (IDS), going on air Saturday.

Vision, passion most important for designers: Dhruv Kapur (With Image)

April 23, 2013 at 5:48 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) Vision and passion are a must to succeed in the fashion world, says Dhruv Kapur, who keeps his designs "minimal" and focuses on "finishing and detailing".

The Tea-house project: Kolkata's Chinatown set for revival (Feature)

April 23, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Kolkata, April 23 (IANS) Discussions and debates in quaint Chinese tea houses over simmering cups of green tea in the snaking lanes of Kolkata's Chinatown may soon be a reality. A project aimed at preserving the heritage of the Indian Chinese community in the city and to create an eco-friendly and economically viable arts-heritage-food hub will provide a much-needed facelift to Chinatown.

My brothers excited about 'Aashiqui 2': Aditya Roy Kapoor

April 20, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Mumbai, April 20 (IANS) Actor Aditya Roy Kapoor says his brothers Siddharth and Kunal are very excited about "Aashiqui 2", his first film as a lead.

I am still madly in love with Sridevi: Boney Kapoor

April 19, 2013 at 8:04 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Filmmaker Boney Kapoor seemed to be in a candid mood Friday when he shared his "love story" with his actress wife Sridvei and confessed that it was love at first sight for him. He says he is still mad about her.

Heritage education for youth important, say educators

April 18, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Kolkata, April 18 (IANS) Educating youngsters about heritage and culture is as important as awareness about other issues, said educators and heritage conservationists here Thursday on the occasion of the World Heritage Day.

Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor talk about debut film 'Aashiqui 2'

April 18, 2013 at 4:20 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (ANI): Aditya Roy Kapur, who proved his acting capabilities in films such as 'Action Replay' and 'Guzaarish', is now coming as a solo-lead in Mahesh Bhatt's upcoming film 'Aashiqui 2'.

Indian documentary on matchmaking to be screened at Polish film fest

April 17, 2013 at 5:56 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) "Much Ado About Knotting", a documentary by Geetika Narang Abbasi and Anandana Kapur, has been selected for screening at Poland's forthcoming 10th Planete+Doc Film Festival.

J.C.Bose's house in Kolkata to be made museum

April 16, 2013 at 6:12 PM

Kolkata, April 16 (IANS) The house of pioneering scientist Jagadish Chandra Bose here will be restored and converted into a museum to inspire young people and make them aware about his contributions to the field of science, an official said here Tuesday.

I wasn't looking for solo leads: Aditya Roy Kapoor

April 12, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) He had two releases in 2010 and after that Aditya Roy Kapur disappeared from the big screen. The actor says he was not looking for solo leads, but something exciting and is happy that he waited for the right projects to come his way.

Choreography my first love: Prabhudheva

April 11, 2013 at 6:04 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) He acts and directs, but Prabhudheva says choreography is what he enjoys the most.

Ormsby tames nerves to win Panasonic Open India

April 7, 2013 at 6:12 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Australian Wade Ormsby claimed a nerve-jangling maiden Asian Tour golf title at the Panasonic Open India to deny Thai veteran Boonchu Ruangkit from a historic victory at the Delhi Golf Club Sunday.

Ormsby keeps lead at Panasonic Open India

April 6, 2013 at 6:44 PM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) Australian Wade Ormsby survived a nightmarish front nine to keep a one shot lead over Lam Chih-Bing (73) at the end of the third day of the Panasonic Open India.

Would love to play negative role: Ranbir Kapoor (Interview)

April 6, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Vancouver, April 6 (IANS) Ranbir Kapoor wants to play the baddie, but the star of movies like "Rockstar" and "Barfi!" says no director is ready to accept him in such a role.

Still learning art of promotions: Manoj Bajpayee (Movie Snippets)

April 3, 2013 at 7:32 PM

Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee, who is swamped with interviews ahead of his forthcoming film "Shootout At Wadala", is still trying to grasp the art of promoting a film.

Amish Tripathi finds an admirer in Amitabh Bachchan

April 1, 2013 at 6:42 PM

Mumbai, April 1 (IANS) Amitabh Bachchan along with wife Jaya attended an event to celebrate the success of "The Shiva Trilogy" and the megastar marvelled at author Amish Tripathi's writing skills.

Happy Easter to all, says Bollywood

March 31, 2013 at 1:30 PM

Mumbai, March 31 (IANS) Bollywood celebrities Madhuri Dixit, Farhan Akhtar, Shilpa Shetty, Anupam Kher are in celebratory mood and extended their best wishes to everyone on Easter Sunday.

Ayushmaann Khurrana promotes 'Nataunki Saala' in Hyderabad

March 30, 2013 at 5:22 PM

New Delhi, Mar 30 (ANI): Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurana was in Hyderabad along with director Rohan Sippy to promote his upcoming flick 'Nataunki Saala.'

Competition? No worries, says Rohan Sippy

March 29, 2013 at 2:58 PM

Mumbai, March 29 (IANS) Director Rohan Sippy is not worried about his film "Nautanki Saala" being affected by the soon-to-start Indian Premier League (IPL) as he believes "competition is inevitable" in today's times.

Rohan says 'Nautanki Saala' his lowest budget film

March 28, 2013 at 1:54 PM

Mumbai, March 28 (IANS) Rohan Sippy has directed four films and and says his forthcoming "Nautanki Saala" is his lowest budget film so far.

I'd never remake my dad's films: Rohan Sippy

March 27, 2013 at 2:10 PM

Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) Filmmaker Rohan Sippy, son of renowned producer-director Ramesh Sippy, doesn't want to remake any of his father's films.

'Ghanchakkar' trailer to be released digitally

March 27, 2013 at 12:26 PM

Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) Filmmaker Rajkumar Gupta's much awaited film "Ghanchkaaar" will have its trailer launched digitally on Thursday.

Kunal prefers direction over acting

March 27, 2013 at 11:06 AM

Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) Actor-director Kunal Roy Kapur, who is known for his comic role in "Delhi Belly", says he prefers direction over acting.

Hollywood film 'Million Dollar Arm' to be shot in India

March 26, 2013 at 3:30 PM

New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) Hollywood film "Million Dollar Arm", about two Indians who get to play baseball in the US thanks to agent J.B. Bernstein's unconventional recruitment strategy to lure talented cricket players, will be shot in three Indian cities.

Actors ride on NSD experience at National Film Awards

March 25, 2013 at 5:06 PM

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Bollywood actors don fusion couture at Mumbai fashion week

March 24, 2013 at 12:26 PM

Mumbai, Mar 24 (ANI): Fashion aficionados got a dose of Bollywood on the second day of the ongoing fashion week in Mumbai on Saturday.

Ranbir comes to Deepika's rescue

March 20, 2013 at 2:42 PM

Mumbai, March 20 (IANS) Ranbir Kapoor came to the rescue of his "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" co-star and former lady love Deepika Padukone when a rather awkward question was posed to her regarding her "RK" tattoo.

Official Trailer of Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani starring Ranbir and Deepika Released

March 19, 2013 at 5:22 PM

Official Trailer of upcoming movie Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in the lead roles has been released.

Madhuri happy with 'Dedh Ishqiya' rushes (Movie Snippets)

March 16, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Mumbai, March 16 (IANS) Actress Madhuri Dixit, who has been busy working on "Dedh Ishqiya", is at peace after watching the movie's rushes.

I wish Bhatt saab had cast me in 'Aashiqui' remake: Deepak Tijori

March 14, 2013 at 6:30 PM

Mumbai, March 14 (IANS) Deepak Tijori, who played an important role in the 1990 hit "Aashiqui", says it would have been nice if Mahesh Bhatt had cast him in the remake as well.

Enjoy journey of 'Mr.India' in a ride

March 14, 2013 at 6:06 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) Shekhar Kapur had directed "Mr.India" years back, but the craze for the sci-fi superhero film is still intact. Now one can re-live the entire experience and meet the iconic Mogambo in a new ride at a theme park.

Can I have my Merc logo back, Big B asks media! (Movie Snippets)

March 14, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Mumbai, March 14 (IANS) A dinner with Hollywood's maverick filmmaker Steven Spielberg cost Amitabh Bachchan the logo of his Mercedes -- and he wants it back!

'Highway' emotionally charged, physically strenuous: Imtiaz Ali

March 14, 2013 at 2:46 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, who is busy shooting with Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda on different locations for "Highway", says it is a challenging journey.

YRF, IMAX expand partnership with multi-film deal

March 13, 2013 at 5:34 PM

New Delhi, March 13 (IANS) Yash Raj Films (YRF) Wednesday announced an expansion of their partnership with IMAX. The production banner will now release "Paani", as well as an additional YRF project, at IMAX theatres across India and other key markets.

'Vishwaroopam 2' to be made in Auro-3D

March 13, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) Filmmaker Kamal Haasan is all charged up to make a sequel to his recent film "Vishwaroopam" and said it will be made in Auro-3D this time.

How can India return to heyday of high growth?

March 13, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Boston, March 13 (IANS) Where should India invest next to return to the heyday of high growth? Where should the private sector make its bets? And will increased participation in local markets or global markets become necessary tools for today's businesses to thrive?

Regulatory changes key to media growth: Experts

March 12, 2013 at 10:30 PM

Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) Regulatory changes, new technology and creative content are the three fundamental drivers of exponential growth, agreed experts at a session here Tuesday during the first annual media and entertainment convention Ficci Frames.

Maken speaks on "Challenges of Urbanisation" at Harvard India Conference

March 11, 2013 at 6:59 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 11 (ANI): Union Minister of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation Ajay Maken, who delivered a keynote address at the India Conference held at the Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School campus, wowed the audience by talking about how India and its policymakers took a decade to accept that urbanization is inevitable and how that sentiment has changed drastically today when everybody understands that urbanization is actually desirable.

Indian golfers predict bright future for Khan, Joshi

March 11, 2013 at 1:31 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) Anirban Lahiri and Shiv Kapur believe the future of Indian golf is in safe hands with the emergence of highly rated youngsters Rashid Khan and Khalin Joshi.

Lahiri aims for glory outside India

March 11, 2013 at 1:15 PM

Kuala Lumpur, March 11 (IANS) Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri is setting his sights on a first Asian Tour victory outside India after successfully defending his title Saturday at the SAIL-SBI Open golf tournament.

Siddikur surges into one-shot lead at SAIL-SBI Open

March 8, 2013 at 5:16 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Bangladeshi Siddikur was rock steady as he carded a third straight four-under-par 68 for a one-shot lead over title holder Anirban Lahiri of India at the SAIL-SBI Open Friday.

Respect, protect women - celebs urge on International Women's Day

March 8, 2013 at 3:39 PM

Mumbai, March 8 (IANS) Celebrating International Women's Day will be more meaningful when the nation will be a safer haven for the fairer sex, Bollywood celebrities like Anupam Kher and Bipasha Basu believe.

SAIL-SBI Open: Rookie Khalin Joshi shares lead after Round 1

March 6, 2013 at 7:55 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Thailand's Chapchai Nirat launched his quest to end a four-year win-less run with a superb six-under-par 66 to share the first round lead with Indian rookie Khalin Joshi at the SAIL-SBI Open golf here Wednesday.

SBI-Sail Open: Kapur seeks elusive win at DGC

March 5, 2013 at 3:39 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) India's Shiv Kapur will seek a first professional victory at his home course, the Delhi Golf Club, where he tees up in the SAIL-SBI Open golf tournament beginning Wednesday.

Scott Barr hopes to raise the bar at SAIL-SBI Open

March 4, 2013 at 5:13 PM

New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) A fired-up Scott Barr of Australia tees up at the SAIL-SBI Open Wednesday at the Delhi Golf Club here.

Chawalit leads Asian Tour cast at SAIL-SBI Open

March 1, 2013 at 1:39 PM

New Delhi, Mar 1 (IANS) In-form Thai golfer Chawalit Plaphol will lead a cosmopolitan cast of Asian Tour champions when the region's premier Tour heads to the $300,000 SAIL-SBI Open next week.

Rohan Sippy re-invents old tracks for 'Nautanki Saala'

February 28, 2013 at 6:11 PM

Mumbai, Feb 28 (IANS) Director Rohan Sippy, who used a peppier version of old number "Sabse bada rupaiyaa" in "Bluffmaster", has now used new avatars of two more evergreen numbers in his film "Nautanki Saala".

Amish Tripathi India's first literary pop star: Shekhar Kapur

February 27, 2013 at 5:31 PM

Mumbai, Feb 27 (IANS) Ace filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, who was present at the launch of Amish Tripathi's "Oath of the Vayuputras", third book in his Shiva trilogy, terms the author as "India's first literary pop star".

'Nautanki Saala' shows theatre like no one else: Ayushmann

February 27, 2013 at 4:03 PM

Mumbai, Feb 27 (IANS) Ayushmann Khurrana says that his next film "Nautanki Saala" is unique in the sense that the plot revolves around theatre, something no film has ever taken seriously.

Bhullar, Lahiri eye strong start to season

February 27, 2013 at 2:44 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) India's rising stars Gaganjeet Bhullar and Anirban Lahiri will be targeting a home victory when they make their 2013 Asian Tour debuts at the $300,000 SAIL-SBI Open golf tournament next week.

Post 'Kai Po Che!', UTV signs Abhishek Kapoor for new film

February 23, 2013 at 12:19 PM

New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) Buoyed by the response to "Kai Po Che!", movie production banner UTV Motion Pictures has signed director Abhishek Kapoor to helm another film for it.

Bhullar upbeat ahead of Avantha Masters

February 21, 2013 at 1:45 PM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) Four-time Asian Tour winner Gaganjeet Bhullar of India is hoping his attachment to Jaypee Greens Golf Course will give him an advantage when the New Delhi venue hosts the Avantha Masters for the first time March 14-17.

Siddharth Roy Kapur in talks with Korean production house

February 18, 2013 at 2:08 PM

Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Siddharth Roy Kapur, managing director, Studios, Disney UTV, has confirmed they are in talks with a Korean production house for the remake rights of Remo D'Souza's "ABCD: Any Body Can Dance".