Hrithik Roshan beats SRK and Akshay Kumar?

After apparently beating the likes of Shah Rukh-starrer 'RA.One' and Akshay Kumar's 'Blue', Hrithik-Kareena's 'Shuddhi' will be the costliest Bollywood movie. The movie is allegedly pegged at whooping Rs 150 crore. A Mid-Day report says that director Karan Malhotra's film will be made on a Rs 150 crore budget and the highlight of the film will be the sizzling chemistry between Hrithik and Kareena. It is also reported that the movie will be shot extensively in Bhopal.

Farah uses Shah Rukh’s brain and Sonu Sood’s body in 'Happy New Year'

Farah Khan knows what to use her boys for. We have learnt that in her next directorial venture 'Happy New Year', a heist film, Shah Rukh Khan plays the mastermind of the plot and Sonu Sood, the hulk. Apparently Sonu was to leave with his family for a holiday to the US, but Farah has given him strict instructions to go to the gym instead. Sonu being a disciplinarian, we hear he has promised his director the best body in the business. While we already know how bright Shah Rukh is, we will wait to see if Sonu keeps his promise.

If Akshay Kumar had guts, he would have faced me: Anita Advani

Anita Advani, who claims to be the late Rajesh Khanna's live-in partner and has filed a violence case against Dimple Kapadia and family was recently evicted from Bigg Boss. Here she talks to TOI about holding a grudge against Akshay Kumar, plans of opening an NGO for mistreated women and having the guts to face anyone. What are you missing, now that you are out of Bigg Boss? I am feeling lonely. Khalipan lag raha hai and am missing quite a few of my roommates like Tanisha and Andy. Not Armaan? He was close to you in the house... I have known Armaan for long and trusted him. But now that I am out of the house, I realized that he back-stabbed me. He said he would vote for me, but then he didn't. It was very shocking. Who do you think will win the show? Anybody can, but to win with fair play is quite a task. While the husband-wife couple of Shilpa and Apurva are strong contenders, Tanisha plays well and Kamya is also quite strong. But many people — like Sangram, Gauahar, Andy and Shilpa— are fake and are working for TRPs. These people have done reality shows earlier and know what are the manipulations needed. What are your future plans? I want to open an NGO for women like me who have been treated badly and cheated of their rights. It is also said that Akshay Kumar avoided you when he came on sets during the launch... If he had guts, he should have faced me. I'm ready to face him and the family any moment, because main sachchai pe chal rahi hoon. That's why I am tension free. Unke dil mein chor hai, that's why they are avoiding me. You seem to be holding a lot of grudge against him... Of course I do. I have grudges against Dimple too. I want my rights and want to be acknowledged. I want my due as a living partner of Kakaji for 20-25 years. They weren't there when they were needed. They had a roaring life even when he was at his worst. I did everything for him, and after they got him to sign the will, in logon ne to mere pair ke neeche se zameen khiska di. Their behaviour changed 360° after that. Their relationship was dependent on money. During Kakaji's last journey, Akshay pushed me out of truck, where Kakaji's body was kept. That was very rude. Sab kuch to le liya hai, then you wanted to take that moment from me too? At least have some respect for a woman who has been with your father in law through thick and thin. How can you be so mean for money? You already have enough! Would you have kept quiet had the same thing happened to your sister? You also want Aashirwaad, right? I don't want Aashirwaad for myself, I want it turned into a museum. I also have my stuff in Aashirwaad, which I want to be returned to me. Just because Kakaji couldn't marry me because of legal hassles, doesn't mean I don't get my rights. Privately, we were husband and wife only. Unhone mujhe kada pehnaya and main bhi unke liye Karwa Chauth ka vrat rakhti thi. You have filed a case of domestic violence against Dimple and family. But last heard you were ready for an out of court settlement too... Yes, I have had some meeting with their lawyers, but we haven't reached a conclusion. If I get a decent settlement of my rights, why would I like to drag the case in court. I don't get pleasure in washing dirty linen in public. Was your family okay with your decision of living in with him? No, my family was against it. They did not even listen to Kakaji when he came to convince them. So I went against my family's will and lived with him. How was Rajeshji as a person? He was very different from normal people. He had his own mood swings. He was a very difficult person. Sometimes he would be nice, while other times he would pick up fights. He had a really bad temper, and would throw things around. In those phases, he could kill you with his words. But people accuse you of going to Bigg Boss to get sympathy from the public... I went there to show my true character and to break the image from a money-seeker and liar women that Dimple and family have portrayed me to be. People saw me there all the time, they should now know what kind of a woman I am. Also, I went there because I needed money to fight my case.

Movie Review: Besharam (2013)

Still from the movie

Cast: Ranbir Kapoor, Pallavi Sharda, Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor
Direction: Abhinav Singh Kashyap
Genre: Comedy
Duration: 2 hours 18 minutes

Story: Babli steals cars, fears nothing and romances like a rowdy Romeo. But gets away with benevolence and besharmi.

Review: Remote control Ranbir is here. He can change your mood with a flick of an emotion. Laughter, tears, joy and palang tod romeo-giri. Bedazzling the eyes with baubles, goggles and padded crotches. Yes, he packs in this 'bulge' with besharmi and fearlessness.

At the outset, let me tell you that Kashyap's ('Dabangg' fame) 'Besharam' lacks a kadak story. It has thoda herogiri, clap-trap dialogues, freestyle rowdy dancing and stylish stunts (borrowed from recent action films). Bas! But RK drives this one (taking fuel and pee breaks) through fast freeways and rocky roads.

Babli (Ranbir), a baap-less boy, is a car mechanic-cum-thief, with braveheart. Along with his partner-in-crime, Titu (Amitosh Nagpal), they steal cars to support the orphanage that housed them. The smooth operators have a touch of class too, they dress like MIB ('Men In Black') call themselves T1 & T2 ('Terminator').

During one carnama, they encounter the comical cop-couple, Chulbul (Rishi) and Bulbul (Neetu) Chautala. Enter Tara (Pallavi), the 'beauttee' he falls for. He breaks her heart and spends the rest of the film fixing dils and dents.

This seems like Kashyap's test-drive with Ranbir, with average direction, un-moving music, and a screenplay that is unoriginal and so low on horsepower that it deflates before he revs the reel. He relies on the sheer 3K (read: Kapoors) power to entertain.

Ranbir's role may not be path-breaking, yet he's in full control. He plays a riotous rowdy with utter confidence; using gags padded (stuffing his crotch with socks - even men need 'enhancement', no?), with humour that's corny and horny. Ranbir is shamelessly, stylishly superb! If comic cracks weren't enough, watch out ladies - there's a real one, a flashed 'butt-crack' by RK!

Second in command is his baap, really - Rishi Kapoor. He steals one of the best moments of the film when he gyrates to 'Badtameez Dil'. He brilliantly plays the not-so-dabangg Chulbul, with a biwi (in adorable act) who fires (verbal) bullets and chides his mardangi. Newcomer Pallavi is confident but needs coaching. Amitosh Nagpal (Titu) adds fuel to the comic-fire.

While this is far from the best films of the year, if you shamelessly love Ranbir, go for it.

Note: You might not like this if don't have an appetite for typical Bollywood formula films.

Salman takes to Twitter to complain about his fancy car

Salman Khan has joined the hordes taking to Twitter to complain about bad service and it is luxury automobile maker Range Rover which has found itself at the receiving end of the actor's ire. Yesterday, the actor who owns a SUV tweeted about the many breakdowns suffered by the vehicle and then complained about the customer service offered by the company. It all started with the first tweet, "Meri bichari Range Rover ka hal kharab hai in last 1&1/2 years, 9 times breakpads have failed, 1bari pura suspension gaya or kal gadi hi baith gayi (sic)" The actor, who had to take an auto rickshaw ride after the car broke down on Monday, was not too pleased with the company's response to his dilemma. "Kinda pissed with the attitude of the people at Range Rover they hv no concept of customer service (sic)," wrote Salman on the microblogging network. The actor is now driving his father's sedan while his Range Rover recuperates in a workshop. When contacted Salman's father, Salim Khan, said, "His car gave him a lot of trouble. There may be a defect in the vehicle. So, as of now, he is using my sedan." Though the automobile company is yet to release a statement about the incident, a senior official who requested anonymity, brushed it off as a starry tantrum. "Salman chose to complain on Twitter instead of reaching out to us. There is a big uproar in the company itself but a problem in suspension is a normal occurrence in a three year old car. He is a big celebrity so he can make a hue and cry. If we get the required parts on time, Salman will get his car back in the next couple of days," said the official.

Kareena likely to star opposite Akshay in 'Gabbar'

The makers of 'Gabbar', the Hindi version of Tamil blockbuster 'Ramanaa', are reportedly considering actress Kareena Kapoor to be cast opposite Akshay Kumar in the film. Telugu filmmaker Krish will direct Gabbar, which will be produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. "Kareena's name has come up for the role of the leading lady. She hasn't been approached yet, but she is likely to be signed on for the role. She is expected to play Akshay's wife in the film, which will also feature another heroine," a source told media. In case Kareena joins the project, she will essay the role originally played by Simran - she did a special appearance in Ramanaa. Ashima Bhalla was the other heroine in the film. "We haven't confirmed the heroine yet. Currently, we are busy with the pre-production work and when we zero in on the leading lady, we'll announce it. It's too early to confirm anything at this stage," Krish told media. Ramanaa, helmed by A.R. Murugadoss, was an action movie where the protagonist embarks on a journey to make the society corruption free. It also featured Vijayakanth, Vijayan, Yugi Sethu, Riyaz Khan and Ravichandran in important roles. The film was also remade in Telugu as Tagore with megastar Chiranjeevi in the lead.

When Deepika's father blasted at a mobile service company

Except for the times when she bites off more than she can chew (remember the fiasco over Race 2 dates?) Deepika Padukone is known to be one heck of a professional gal. It came as a surprise when she summarily cancelled a shoot and disappeared. Her PR team swung into action, dealing with pointed questions from the media (the incident had followed Ranbir Kapoor's 'I can give my life for Katrina' comment) and the official version was: "She is unwell and resting at home in Prabhadevi." However an intrepid journalist managed to call her private number and was greeted with a call waiting message in Kannada, shredding to bits the official statement. This did not go down well with Dippy's father, Prakash Padukone, who called up the mobile service provider, blasting them for the automated vernacular response, that is a dead giveaway of the person's location, even if it is a private number. Unfortunately for the Padukones, the service provider had an automated response... 'sorry sir, we can't change our rules for any star.'

'Besharam' strategy fails at the box office

What should have been an ideal release strategy turned awry. Ranbir Kapoor's 'Besharam' that released midweek — on Wednesday October 2 — to cash in on a national holiday on account of Gandhi Jayanti, miscalculated its box office reach. The film did fantastic numbers on the first day. Ranbir, who has a mammoth fan following, proved his mettle — both as an actor and a superstar — by delivering the 19.40 cr initial. But, poor content and indifferent music got the numbers down by 40% the very next day. And from then, the film slid until Sunday, barely managing to cash in on the five-day weekend that it had at its disposal. Made on a budget of close to 100 cr, with prints and advertising thrown in, the film will collect a fair sum from the satellite rights. But there reportedly is a rider in the contract, that the satellite price will depend on the box office run. And, since the box office in India and overseas has been a let-down, the variables will change. Case in point is that Besharam collected 14.30 cr (GBOC) from abroad in five days — from nearly 700-odd screens — while 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani', Ranbir's earlier release, had collected around 22 cr (GBOC) in the first three days of its overseas release, from a lesser number of screens. Taking the trend into account, 'Besharam's chances of a recovery seem bleak. 'Grand Masti' has not made it to the Rs 100 cr (NBOC) club. It definitely had a windfall at the domestic box office. And it stands tall as the only adults comedy in the 92.13 cr bracket. A distributor says, "'Grand Masti' is still running. But the collections have been reduced to a trickle." Revenues earned from India theatrical after deducting tax Besharam (5 days) = Total 44.25cr Grand Masti (24 days) = Total 92.13 cr

'Besharam' is not about doing vulgar things: Ranbir Kapoor

Think 'besharam', and by default, the meaning 'shameless' comes to mind. However, the makers of Besharam are optimistic the term will be seen as an endearment after today. Reason? Ranbir Kapoor's portrayal of the protagonist with a happy-go-lucky attitude, they say, will make audiences connect with the positive aspects of the term. "It's not about doing vulgar things or getting nude. It's about following your instincts and doing what you feel like doing, not what you are forced to do," explains Ranbir. The actor adds, "The film's message hits bullseye. My character doesn't fear criticism. He couldn't care less for appreciation. He does what has to be done. Yeh character sochkar karta nahin, aur karke sochta nahin." As for Ranbir being perfect for the role, director Abhinav Singh Kashyap attributes it to the actor's "attitude and approach to work... the way he conducts himself in public, the way he's pursuing his ambitions, etc." Ranbir sums up, "All I can say is that a lot of people would relate to, or perhaps, find this character full of life and fun. He has a few endearing qualities, which might make him more acceptable." Besharam, produced by Himanshu Mehra, Sanjeev Gupta and Reliance Entertainment, releases today.

Kareena to build six pack abs for Karan Malhotra’s 'Shuddhi'

While it is now common for actors to build six and more packs for their roles, Kareena Kapoor Khan will be the first Indian actress to build a six pack for her next film Shuddhi with Karan Malhotra. Post promoting her film Gori Tere Pyaar Mein in November, she will be training in martial arts for her role that she begins shooting for in December. This romantic saga will see her paired against the hot Hrithik Roshan. We wonder if Kareena has been asked to build a six pack, how many packs has Karan asked of Hrithik. Any guesses?

Deepika Padukone turns fashion designer

A few weeks ago, there were reports that Deepika Padukone was involved in serious research at Milan's creative arts university — Academia Di Brera. Known for her minimal yet classy dressing, the Bangalore model-turned-Bollywood actress now debuts as a fashion designer as she co-creates and unveils this season's Women's Limited Edition collection exclusively for Van Heusen. With Deepika on board, the line goes a notch higher with its trendsetting designs in couture spirit. Pegged around old Hollywood glamour, classic meets contemporary is the overarching look of the collection. The palate features monochromatic shades for the uber chic, dusty rose pinks for sensual women, cobalt blue for trendsetters and more, which adds appeal to the creation. "It's a little bit of what I already have and what I would like to see myself wearing. The collection is really about wearing your own personality. That's something I've always believed in. It's important to not forget who you are," says Deepika. "Women fashion followers have been quite influenced by Deepika's overall charisma and this creation sparkles with her elegant style. These dresses are an ultimate combination of style, class, modernity and substance," points out Vinay Bhopatkar, brand head, Van Heusen, of the collection that is currently available at all stores across the country.

After losing my dad, I don’t come back home as much: Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra in a conversation with TOI about her life post her dad, working with the Roshans and her new music career. Excerpts: How has life changed for you after your father? I don't come back home as much. I don't talk about it. I don't feel that I am strong enough to deal with it yet. I went back to work four days after he died as work was my only solace. Maybe, I am an escapist of sorts. I don't know if something like this can heal. This is the first time I had to deal with the death of someone so close to me, and I didn't know it is so permanent. I have moved in with my mom. I was always very close to my mom and was her laadli too, but mom and me have become a lot more friends now. I understand what she is going through and she understands what I am going through and we are there to comfort each other. The only difference being that while she likes to talk about him, I like not to. Did your father want you to get married by a certain age? No, he did not give me an age. But two years back, he gave me this big solitaire and told me, 'I am giving this to you because I don't know how long I will be around to take care of you, but I am setting a standard for whoever you marry. He should be able to look after you the way I look after you.' He spoilt me silly. I had to just say something and he would get it for me. At the time when he was in the army and I was a child, Barbies were super expensive. He made a deal with me that if I got an 'A' he would buy me a Barbie. I was smart so I used to only get As and won myself 45 Barbies in a year. Can you imagine what that means on an army man's salary? But he had promised me and he kept his word. I earned my own money, but I liked it when my dad spoilt me. Hrithik was gracious in giving you credit for your inputs on the current trailer of Krrish 3, which he believes made it work even better. Let's talk about your relationship with him? He is lovely when it comes to me. We have done three really long films together. Krrish took two years, Agneepath took a year-and-a-half and now Krrish 3 has taken three years. I have consistently worked with him for almost all my career. We have a great track record together, but we also share a relationship where creatively as an actor, I can say anything to him as I consider myself a creative person. I can't keep my mouth closed when I have an opinion. What I like about him is that he has an incredible strength about him, lives a lot in his head and plans a lot. He has the ability to get through anything and has taught me in my tough times how to find the balance in my head. I was not a trained actor and would just come and say my lines without giving it much thought. He taught me how to focus and how you have to think about the graph of the character before you perform. We can just say anything to each other and he is one of the few friends I have had in the industry throughout.

Qubool Hai: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Qubool Hain is a Muslim Social Drama in the "Rom Com" zone. It is the story of two families related by blood and yet distanced by circumstances. It is the story of two brothers Ayaan and Asad who are separated by their families but are united in their hearts. It is also the story of Zoya, a girl who starts by hating the culture of hypocrisy in joint families and eventually ends up bringing together the two warring families. The journey of the Khan family is seen through the eyes of our three protagonists…Zoya the young, spunky and progressive NRI, Ayaan the charming boy who falls for every beautiful face and Asad the man with the angst who eventually learns to love. The show begins at the point where Zoya runs away from a marriage that was being forced on her and a twist of fate makes her get married to Ayaan instead. Zoya enters the traditional, orthodox home of Ayaan…just the kind of family she distrusts and questions. She is a total misfit in the conservative home that is run by the super orthodox doyen of the family. And as is to be expected it leads to immediate disaster. A lot of squabbles ensue, especially between Ayaan and Zoya… and neither realize when they end up falling in love. In the meanwhile, Asad is engaged to a very traditional conservative girl. Asad though not quite in love with her, respects her immensely for her devout ways and is beginning to see a life with her. However, like fate usually does, things take a turn. Ayaan's temporary marriage to Zoya gets dissolved and Zoya finds out that Ayaan was responsible for it. And here, Asad finds out that his pious to be bride is a complete liar and was taking him for a ride all along. And now begins the next chapter of the story…. with Ayaan wanting to win back Zoya with whom he has totally fallen in love with and Asad vowing to never ever love again. Ayaan realizes that the only way he can win back Zoya is with the help of Asad. But Asad hates women and more so women like Zoya. So what will unfold now between the two brothers and Zoya?

Suhane Ladakpan Ke: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Gunjan, is a smart, suave 17 year old Mumbai, big city girl, who has a wonderful relationship with her mother Sneha. Tragically, Sneha is diagnosed with cancer and dies soon leaving behind a lifetime of void in her young daughter Gunjan's life. Her dad wants to take her to Australia with him where he has a big business, but Gunjan's maasi, Shail now takes her under her wings and requests her to come and stay with her. Gunjan now moves to Banaras with her maasi. Here in the city of Banaras, in her masi's home has to share her room with Rachna, Shail's 16 year old daughter. Gunjan from her own nuclear family in Mumbai nowcomes to Banaras to live in a joint family headed by Dayal (Rachna's father) who runs a garment shop and lives with his two brothers and their family under one roof. Gunjan is told to share the room with RACHNA a long haired girl, wearing a loose suit so that her figure cannot be seen properly, her eyebrows still not made – a complete contrast to Gunjan. Rachna is brought up in a very traditional and conservative manner in a middle class Banaras household. Shail's husband, Dayal, Rachna's father has laid down strict rules and regulations for Rachna. However, Gunjan has been brought up in a free and spirited environment in Mumbai, now begins to feel a little stuck in the small town of Banaras, but for Rachna, Gunjan is like a window to a world that she has neither lived or wants to experience. Thus begins the story of Gunjan and Rachna, a story of young girls who are like chalk and cheese – one is smart and suave and the other gawky and awkward. Gunjan speaks without thinking and Rachna has been taught to never question anything. Rachna has an elder sister Pihu who was married early and she knew her father Dayal wanted a son the second time and has not loved her that much but she is her mother's ladli. Rachna has also vowed never to do anything which may upset her father and the brunt comes on her mother. Gunjan finds herself in this whirlwind situation where she has to adjust to the new family and specially Rachna. On the other hand gunjan is like a "new attraction" a "ajooba" to Rachna's family. After the initial conflict between the two sisters, slowly they form a bond…they both are head strong girls but both nice at heart. Will they get to enjoy those wonder years before they are pressurised by their families to get married and live a life that's expected from them? Will Gunjan and Rachna bring the change in the life's of women who wants to relive their aspirations? Will Gunjan and Rachna become the role models for the sisters who have left their relations in keeping up with their own family responsibilities? Will they bring back the sweet memories of sibling bond and love once more in forefront ? This is a story of love, everlasting friendship, the joys of sharing & caring, the fights and the make ups between sisters who may not be related by blood but form a connection that completes each other.

Bade Achhe Lagte Hain: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Bade Acche Laggte Hai is the story of two strangers getting married..and falling in love.Priya is a happy go lucky woman in her early 30s, not married so far and quite sure that she wouldn’t be able to get married ever. She takes tuitions for college students and is happy with the world.

Pavitra Rishta: Promo - 3rd October 2013

It is a story of a girl, Archana, who though is not highly educated but handles the whole house work impeccably. Every one is dependant on her but except for her brother and mother no one really values her importance. Her mother has a sole aim of getting a good, well educated boy drawing a good salary for Archana. Because of this Archana's marriage plans have always been full of obstacles. Simultaneously runs the story of boy Sushant; a garage owner; who gets besotted by Archana on the very first sight. Destiny and circumstances make his marriage proposal reach archana but to be accepted he has to lie about his credentials, which because of unavoidable situations he does. The marriage takes place but the moment Archana comes to know about the lie she refuses to go with Sushant. The story continues from here – what remains to be seen is what happens to Archana who inspite of being married does not go to stay with her husband, will the two people who are made for each other ever come together?

Balika Vadhu: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Balika Vadhu, Set in rural Rajasthan, narrates the story of a child bride Anandi. Having been married at the tender age of eight, to an equally young Jagdish, she enters a new world which is at once alienating and confusing. Torn away from the merriment of childhood, and her family, she has to accept and accustom herself to this new family of strangers, new relationships.

Yeh Rishtha Kya Kehlata Hai: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai seeks to build the concept of love within the traditional setting of an arranged marriage. It creates a quintessential contrast to the world around us where marriages, once considered sacrosanct in our society, are losing their sanctity and turning into relationships of convenience. STAR Plus is the epitome of a family channel upholding the tenets of a values-based society and is reflected in Akshara's trials, tribulations and evolution from a young girl to a responsible member of a family in the show. The story revolves around Akshara a shy, demure, obedient daughter who has been brought up like a princess in a traditional Marwari family. She has a very protective upbringing and has only experienced relationships that emanate love and protection. She is yet to discover a life beyond her over-protective mother or her disciplinarian father or her witty and loving grandmother. Soon comes the desired moment of marriage for Akshara and she experiences emotions beyond those that she is familiar with. Marriage catapults her into a plethora of new relationships, new emotions and a whole new environment. But most importantly, she discovers a unique relationship called LOVE, which eventually helps her stride through all trials and tribulations. The story is her journey from being the ideal daughter to a person striving hard to understand her new situation to ultimately move towards falling in love with her husband. Dabur Vatika Hair Oil Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai is a saga of an adolescent heart transforming into a mature one with desires and hopes that are in tune with her new life. While Hina Khan as Akshara will take the viewers through her journey of maturing from a nave 21 year old to a responsible and mature woman, veterans like Vinita Malik, Sanjeev Seth, Lata Sabharwal and Amardeep Jha will engage them with their entertaining and effortless acting.

Pyar Ka Dard Hai: Promo - 3rd October 2013

The story showcases the journey of the protagonists Aditya & Pankhuri who have polar opposite views about relationships. Aditya has lost faith in the institution of marriage & relationships because of his parents' separation. On the other hand, Pankhuri believes that the right partner completes a person. What happens when the two meet?

Veera: Promo - 3rd October 2013

The story of Veera shares the journey of a brother, who becomes a mother to his sister. He takes care of baby Veera's every need right from feeding her to grooming her and educating her. They share an unbreakable bond that gets formed between siblings and the life-changing sacrifices they make for each other.

Diya Aur Baati Hum: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Diya Aur Baati Hum, is about a Sandhya's struggle, who dreams to become an IPS officer. She dreams to break the boundaries of her narrow confined existence of middle class values. The story is also about Sooraj, who is a sweet talker and a self made man. Sooraj runs a sweet shop near his house which is famous. Sooraj and Sandhya get married. Sandhya will not be able to finish her graduation. Soon she is part of the family she does not even know. This story is about Sandhya's struggle to fulfill her dream and a journey where she finds help from the most unlikely quarter - a lover who can make it possible.

Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doo - Ek Baar Phi: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon…Ek Baar Phir promises to recreate the same magic as the first season and brings a riveting love story that will strike a chord with all of you. Set in Pune, this is the story of two distinct individuals, an innocent girl from a liberal family and a man who hates women and has turned into a chauvinist due to a tragic past. Love being a universal theme, the new season will present an interesting contrast of personalities entwined in a relationship swaying between love & hate every time their paths cross.

Saraswatichandra: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Saraswatichandra is said to be a classic tale of love, heartache, pride and prejudice. A story of these two souls who go through their share of trials and tribulations for the eternal love they share. A poignant love story that will touch your heart. Saraswatichandra and Kumud, their perspective on life seems quite poles apart while one believes in no need of seven vows to make a promise, the other has her values intact with her father's honor being of uttermost importance, one of them being the belief in marriage as her family belongs to a small backyard village of Gujarat. Saraswathichandra is a poignant love story of two soul mates: Saras and Kumud, who are denied the joy of becoming one by destiny and tradition. Whenever they try to move away from each other, life keeps bringing them together again. Their love story goes through several ups and downs. Eventually Kumud gets married to someone else while Saras, out of unconditional love, decides to take care of her family and fulfil duties as the man in her life. It is a classic tale of love and heart ache, pride and prejudice, of yearning and longing between two people who were so close yet not close enough to two people today who are so far from each other yet not far enough in heart.

Saath Nibhana Saathiya: Promo - 3rd October 2013

Just the word "marriage" fills virtually every newly wed girl's heart with trepidation, anxiousness and self-doubt. But gone are those days, as Star Plus redefines these emotions with the tale of two girls Rashi and Gopi, as they set out on their journey of marriage. Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, launches May 3rd, Mon- Friday at 7 pm only on Star Plus. Saath Nibhaana Saathiya revolves around the story of two young girls, Gopi and Rashi who have diverse hopes, dreams and expectations from life. Raised by her despotic Mami, Gopi a nave orphan girl has always been ill treated by her aunt and cousin. All her life being deprived of mother's love, Gopi lives with immense hopes in her heart with only one expectation from life - an affectionate life partner and finding a mother in her Sasuma. Rashi, in contrast who always believes in having the best and primarily in her own ways wants to get married in an affluent family. Her desires from life are quite averse to Gopi's as she wishes to have a husband and mother-in-law who would always give in to her rule. Being Gopi's cousin, Rashi in her undermining ways has never been like a sister to her and has always treated Gopi as a maid. Will Rashi and Gopi get what they want or does destiny has something else in store for them?? Two new faces will be essaying the role of the leads, Jiaa Maanek as Gopi and Rucha Hasabnis as Rashi. Produced by Sunrise Productions, this show has a talented cast like Vishal Singh, Firoza Khan, Manish Arora, Neeraj Bharadwaj, Rupal Patel, Swati Shah who will leave the viewers asking for more with their enticing performances Commenting on the show, Anupam Vasudev, EVP Marketing and Communications Star Plus says "Every young girl lives with a dream in their eyes about their marriage. Similarly, Saath Nibhaana Saathiya deals with two such varied dreams of two unlikely sisters. I'm confident that this family drama will surely touch our viewer's hearts and help in giving a new meaning to relationships." So let's see what fate has in store for Rashi and Gopi? Will Gopi find a mother in her Sasuma?? Will Rashi be able to rule in her Sasural??? To know all this, switch to Saath Nibhaana Saathiya,Monday – Friday at 7 pm only on Star Plus.

Ramleela (2013)

Eros International & Bhansali Productions presents 'Ram-leela' a Sanjay Leela Bhansali film featuring Ranveer Singh & Deepika Padukone. The film is produced by Kishore Lulla & Sanjay Leela Bhansali & is all set to release in theaters on 15th November, 2013.

Qubool Hai: Promo - 1st October 2013

Qubool Hain is a Muslim Social Drama in the "Rom Com" zone. It is the story of two families related by blood and yet distanced by circumstances. It is the story of two brothers Ayaan and Asad who are separated by their families but are united in their hearts. It is also the story of Zoya, a girl who starts by hating the culture of hypocrisy in joint families and eventually ends up bringing together the two warring families. The journey of the Khan family is seen through the eyes of our three protagonists…Zoya the young, spunky and progressive NRI, Ayaan the charming boy who falls for every beautiful face and Asad the man with the angst who eventually learns to love. The show begins at the point where Zoya runs away from a marriage that was being forced on her and a twist of fate makes her get married to Ayaan instead. Zoya enters the traditional, orthodox home of Ayaan…just the kind of family she distrusts and questions. She is a total misfit in the conservative home that is run by the super orthodox doyen of the family. And as is to be expected it leads to immediate disaster. A lot of squabbles ensue, especially between Ayaan and Zoya… and neither realize when they end up falling in love. In the meanwhile, Asad is engaged to a very traditional conservative girl. Asad though not quite in love with her, respects her immensely for her devout ways and is beginning to see a life with her. However, like fate usually does, things take a turn. Ayaan's temporary marriage to Zoya gets dissolved and Zoya finds out that Ayaan was responsible for it. And here, Asad finds out that his pious to be bride is a complete liar and was taking him for a ride all along. And now begins the next chapter of the story…. with Ayaan wanting to win back Zoya with whom he has totally fallen in love with and Asad vowing to never ever love again. Ayaan realizes that the only way he can win back Zoya is with the help of Asad. But Asad hates women and more so women like Zoya. So what will unfold now between the two brothers and Zoya?

Balika Vadhu: Promo - 1st October 2013

Balika Vadhu, Set in rural Rajasthan, narrates the story of a child bride Anandi. Having been married at the tender age of eight, to an equally young Jagdish, she enters a new world which is at once alienating and confusing. Torn away from the merriment of childhood, and her family, she has to accept and accustom herself to this new family of strangers, new relationships

Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doo - Ek Baar Phi: Promo - 1st October 2013

Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon…Ek Baar Phir promises to recreate the same magic as the first season and brings a riveting love story that will strike a chord with all of you. Set in Pune, this is the story of two distinct individuals, an innocent girl from a liberal family and a man who hates women and has turned into a chauvinist due to a tragic past. Love being a universal theme, the new season will present an interesting contrast of personalities entwined in a relationship swaying between love & hate every time their paths cross.

Bade Achhe Lagte Hain: Promo - 1st October 2013

Bade Acche Laggte Hai is the story of two strangers getting married..and falling in love.Priya is a happy go lucky woman in her early 30s, not married so far and quite sure that she wouldn’t be able to get married ever. She takes tuitions for college students and is happy with the world.

Saath Nibhana Saathiya: Promo - 1st October 2013

Just the word "marriage" fills virtually every newly wed girl's heart with trepidation, anxiousness and self-doubt. But gone are those days, as Star Plus redefines these emotions with the tale of two girls Rashi and Gopi, as they set out on their journey of marriage. Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, launches May 3rd, Mon- Friday at 7 pm only on Star Plus. Saath Nibhaana Saathiya revolves around the story of two young girls, Gopi and Rashi who have diverse hopes, dreams and expectations from life. Raised by her despotic Mami, Gopi a nave orphan girl has always been ill treated by her aunt and cousin. All her life being deprived of mother's love, Gopi lives with immense hopes in her heart with only one expectation from life - an affectionate life partner and finding a mother in her Sasuma. Rashi, in contrast who always believes in having the best and primarily in her own ways wants to get married in an affluent family. Her desires from life are quite averse to Gopi's as she wishes to have a husband and mother-in-law who would always give in to her rule. Being Gopi's cousin, Rashi in her undermining ways has never been like a sister to her and has always treated Gopi as a maid. Will Rashi and Gopi get what they want or does destiny has something else in store for them?? Two new faces will be essaying the role of the leads, Jiaa Maanek as Gopi and Rucha Hasabnis as Rashi. Produced by Sunrise Productions, this show has a talented cast like Vishal Singh, Firoza Khan, Manish Arora, Neeraj Bharadwaj, Rupal Patel, Swati Shah who will leave the viewers asking for more with their enticing performances Commenting on the show, Anupam Vasudev, EVP Marketing and Communications Star Plus says "Every young girl lives with a dream in their eyes about their marriage. Similarly, Saath Nibhaana Saathiya deals with two such varied dreams of two unlikely sisters. I'm confident that this family drama will surely touch our viewer's hearts and help in giving a new meaning to relationships." So let's see what fate has in store for Rashi and Gopi? Will Gopi find a mother in her Sasuma?? Will Rashi be able to rule in her Sasural??? To know all this, switch to Saath Nibhaana Saathiya,Monday – Friday at 7 pm only on Star Plus.

Yeh Rishtha Kya Kehlata Hai: Promo - 1st October 2013

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai seeks to build the concept of love within the traditional setting of an arranged marriage. It creates a quintessential contrast to the world around us where marriages, once considered sacrosanct in our society, are losing their sanctity and turning into relationships of convenience. STAR Plus is the epitome of a family channel upholding the tenets of a values-based society and is reflected in Akshara's trials, tribulations and evolution from a young girl to a responsible member of a family in the show. The story revolves around Akshara a shy, demure, obedient daughter who has been brought up like a princess in a traditional Marwari family. She has a very protective upbringing and has only experienced relationships that emanate love and protection. She is yet to discover a life beyond her over-protective mother or her disciplinarian father or her witty and loving grandmother. Soon comes the desired moment of marriage for Akshara and she experiences emotions beyond those that she is familiar with. Marriage catapults her into a plethora of new relationships, new emotions and a whole new environment. But most importantly, she discovers a unique relationship called LOVE, which eventually helps her stride through all trials and tribulations. The story is her journey from being the ideal daughter to a person striving hard to understand her new situation to ultimately move towards falling in love with her husband. Dabur Vatika Hair Oil Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai is a saga of an adolescent heart transforming into a mature one with desires and hopes that are in tune with her new life. While Hina Khan as Akshara will take the viewers through her journey of maturing from a nave 21 year old to a responsible and mature woman, veterans like Vinita Malik, Sanjeev Seth, Lata Sabharwal and Amardeep Jha will engage them with their entertaining and effortless acting.

Pyar Ka Dard Hai: Promo - 1st October 2013

The story showcases the journey of the protagonists Aditya & Pankhuri who have polar opposite views about relationships. Aditya has lost faith in the institution of marriage & relationships because of his parents' separation. On the other hand, Pankhuri believes that the right partner completes a person. What happens when the two meet?

Veera: Promo - 1st October 2013

The story of Veera shares the journey of a brother, who becomes a mother to his sister. He takes care of baby Veera's every need right from feeding her to grooming her and educating her. They share an unbreakable bond that gets formed between siblings and the life-changing sacrifices they make for each other.

Diya Aur Baati Hum: Promo - 1st October 2013

Diya Aur Baati Hum, is about a Sandhya's struggle, who dreams to become an IPS officer. She dreams to break the boundaries of her narrow confined existence of middle class values. The story is also about Sooraj, who is a sweet talker and a self made man. Sooraj runs a sweet shop near his house which is famous. Sooraj and Sandhya get married. Sandhya will not be able to finish her graduation. Soon she is part of the family she does not even know. This story is about Sandhya's struggle to fulfill her dream and a journey where she finds help from the most unlikely quarter - a lover who can make it possible.

Suhane Ladakpan Ke: Promo - 1st October 2013

Gunjan, is a smart, suave 17 year old Mumbai, big city girl, who has a wonderful relationship with her mother Sneha. Tragically, Sneha is diagnosed with cancer and dies soon leaving behind a lifetime of void in her young daughter Gunjan's life. Her dad wants to take her to Australia with him where he has a big business, but Gunjan's maasi, Shail now takes her under her wings and requests her to come and stay with her. Gunjan now moves to Banaras with her maasi. Here in the city of Banaras, in her masi's home has to share her room with Rachna, Shail's 16 year old daughter. Gunjan from her own nuclear family in Mumbai nowcomes to Banaras to live in a joint family headed by Dayal (Rachna's father) who runs a garment shop and lives with his two brothers and their family under one roof. Gunjan is told to share the room with RACHNA a long haired girl, wearing a loose suit so that her figure cannot be seen properly, her eyebrows still not made – a complete contrast to Gunjan. Rachna is brought up in a very traditional and conservative manner in a middle class Banaras household. Shail's husband, Dayal, Rachna's father has laid down strict rules and regulations for Rachna. However, Gunjan has been brought up in a free and spirited environment in Mumbai, now begins to feel a little stuck in the small town of Banaras, but for Rachna, Gunjan is like a window to a world that she has neither lived or wants to experience. Thus begins the story of Gunjan and Rachna, a story of young girls who are like chalk and cheese – one is smart and suave and the other gawky and awkward. Gunjan speaks without thinking and Rachna has been taught to never question anything. Rachna has an elder sister Pihu who was married early and she knew her father Dayal wanted a son the second time and has not loved her that much but she is her mother's ladli. Rachna has also vowed never to do anything which may upset her father and the brunt comes on her mother. Gunjan finds herself in this whirlwind situation where she has to adjust to the new family and specially Rachna. On the other hand gunjan is like a "new attraction" a "ajooba" to Rachna's family. After the initial conflict between the two sisters, slowly they form a bond…they both are head strong girls but both nice at heart. Will they get to enjoy those wonder years before they are pressurised by their families to get married and live a life that's expected from them? Will Gunjan and Rachna bring the change in the life's of women who wants to relive their aspirations? Will Gunjan and Rachna become the role models for the sisters who have left their relations in keeping up with their own family responsibilities? Will they bring back the sweet memories of sibling bond and love once more in forefront ? This is a story of love, everlasting friendship, the joys of sharing & caring, the fights and the make ups between sisters who may not be related by blood but form a connection that completes each other.

Pavitra Rishta: Promo - 1st October 2013

It is a story of a girl, Archana, who though is not highly educated but handles the whole house work impeccably. Every one is dependant on her but except for her brother and mother no one really values her importance. Her mother has a sole aim of getting a good, well educated boy drawing a good salary for Archana. Because of this Archana's marriage plans have always been full of obstacles. Simultaneously runs the story of boy Sushant; a garage owner; who gets besotted by Archana on the very first sight. Destiny and circumstances make his marriage proposal reach archana but to be accepted he has to lie about his credentials, which because of unavoidable situations he does. The marriage takes place but the moment Archana comes to know about the lie she refuses to go with Sushant. The story continues from here – what remains to be seen is what happens to Archana who inspite of being married does not go to stay with her husband, will the two people who are made for each other ever come together?

Saraswatichandra: Promo - 1st October 2013

Saraswatichandra is said to be a classic tale of love, heartache, pride and prejudice. A story of these two souls who go through their share of trials and tribulations for the eternal love they share. A poignant love story that will touch your heart. Saraswatichandra and Kumud, their perspective on life seems quite poles apart while one believes in no need of seven vows to make a promise, the other has her values intact with her father's honor being of uttermost importance, one of them being the belief in marriage as her family belongs to a small backyard village of Gujarat. Saraswathichandra is a poignant love story of two soul mates: Saras and Kumud, who are denied the joy of becoming one by destiny and tradition. Whenever they try to move away from each other, life keeps bringing them together again. Their love story goes through several ups and downs. Eventually Kumud gets married to someone else while Saras, out of unconditional love, decides to take care of her family and fulfil duties as the man in her life. It is a classic tale of love and heart ache, pride and prejudice, of yearning and longing between two people who were so close yet not close enough to two people today who are so far from each other yet not far enough in heart.