Bhatt praises Randeep's work in 'Jannat 2'

Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) Emraan Hashmi and Esha Gupta may be the lead pair of "Jannat 2", but Randeep Hooda's performance has left the Bhatts - Mahesh and Pooja - very impressed.

"Watched #Jannat 2. Gripping. Assured. Authentic. Emraan's BEST performance to date. But the film would not be the same without Randeep Hooda," tweeted Pooja.

The movie, which will release May 4, had its first screening here Thursday.

"#Jannat 2: Thank you Randeep! Our film would not have soared to this emotional peak without your incredible performance," posted Mahesh Bhatt, the producer of the film, directed by Kunal Deshmukh.

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Privileged to have Helen in 'Heroine': Bhandarkar

Yesteryear dance icon has joined the cast of Madhur Bhandarkar's ambitious project "Heroine" and the National Award-winning filmmaker says he couldn't have asked for more.

"The adorable Helenji joins the team of #Heroine. Privileged and honoured," tweeted Bhandarkar.

The director, who has cast Kareena Kapoor as the lead in the movie, has also posted a picture with Helen. The 72-year-old, who was known for her impeccable moves during her peak, sports a traditional sari, bindi and spectacles for her look in the movie.

"Heroine" is said to take a behind-the-scenes look at a Bollywood actress's life. The film also features Arjun Rampal in a key role.

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Bollywood keeps Manish Malhotra busy

It's Bollywood that's keeping fashion designer Manish Malhotra busy as a bee these days.

"'Krrish 2', SOTY ('Student Of The Year'), Yashji's' next, 'Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani' and 'Heroine'!!! Busy with all these films and so have been off Twitter. Sorry guys," tweeted Malhotra.

Each film has a different theme and feel, and no wonder the designer must be working round-the-clock to serve his best to each project.