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After Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra is all set to entice the audience with his upcoming film Mirza, which has written by Gulzar. The film will star Harshvardhan Kapoor, son of Anil Kapoor, in the titular role."I found Mirza on the sets of Delhi 6," Mehra says. "I was shooting in Delhi with Sonam, and Harshvardhan just happened to be hanging around. I looked at him, and my gaze stopped. This man has a dramatic presence." Once he saw him, Mehra was all mesmerized, and went to Sonam to ask about his discovery of the day, as he was not aware that she was his sibling. "She giggled. And then she told me that he was her younger brother. At that point, I didn't know that he'd make his way as Mirza, but one thing I knew for sure - I wanted to make him act." He further reveals that after meeting Harshvardhan, they both kept in touch, and then he went on to sign him for Mirza, before the release of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.The film will be ready only by 2015. As of now Mehra is looking for Sahiban (Mirza's lover). "There's very little time to prepare. With Mirza, I want to explore the intricacies of romance. I want to find my expression of love - which I've never attempted."Way to go!

The multifaceted star, Farhan Khan has formed a rock band and has planned to tour with it, performing shows. Called Farhan Live, the nine-member band has been performing in different places around the world, including Goa (performance venue- the annual Carnival Celebrations of Goa, where around 15,000 people were gathered). Farhan along with music director Pritam also performed recently in Dubai.Singer-music composer Shankar Mahadevan's young son, Siddharth Mahadevan, who provided hit Bhaag Milkha Bhaag title track, is also touring with Farhan Akhtar's band and feels privileged to be working along with the star.An elated Siddharth shares, “This is really an unbelievable opportunity and I consider myself very fortunate and humbled to be a part of Farhan's tour. He's such an incredible all-round artist and just to share the same stage as him will be an honour in itself. I just want to get on there and do my best and enthral all my audiences to the best of my abilities!”Farhan Live comprises Shannon Donald (vocals), Sarosh Izedyar (lead guitarist), Dibyajyoti Nath (bass guitar) Darshan Doshi (drums) and Umaang Doshi (keyboard), among others. They had performed in Mumbai and Bangalore. Congratulation Siddharth! Hope you utilize the opportunity to the fullest!

Bollywood actor Farhan Akhtar proved his credibility with his role in epic film Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, which was immensely appreciated by the critics as well as the audience. Now, the latest the sources hear about the actor is that he would be seen in Bejoy Nambiar’s film, where he is expected to share screen space with none other than megastar Amitabh Bachchan. We would like to remind you that even the two have earlier worked in Lakshya, which starred Mr. Bachchan, and was directed by Farhan, but it would be first time when Farhan and Mr. Bachchan would be seen together on silver screen. The film would be produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. Sources close to the project said, "This time the two will be working together as actors. The film is going to be a high voltage drama.''As of now, Farhan is keen to explore himself in acting, hence direction would ultimately take a backseat for a time being. But it is learnt that he will write dialogues for his sister Zoya’s upcoming film, and Nitya Mehra's directorial debut. After assisting Farhan in Lakshya, Nitya assisted director in Ang Lee' Life of Pi.Next Farhan would be seen in Shaadi Ke Side Effects 2!

Looks like B-town fashionista Sonam Kapoor is ready to follow the footsteps of her daddy Anil Kapoor, who has made his small screen debut with TV show 24, which he has produced and also acting in. The show has been receiving fabulous reviews.It is said that Sonam has been bagging interesting offers, hence don’t be surprised if you soon see her on TV screen. The style diva has been offered to make guest appearances, as well as offers to judge reality shows. It may has to do with the fact that she is extremely popular among kids and teenagers, owing to her fashion sense."Sonam is very popular among kids, especially teenagers for her fashion sense. So much so that the actress keeps getting offers to make appearances on kids based reality shows," said a source close to the actress. However, the beauty is waiting for some very interesting offer to come her way. "She is open to do television shows when something which interests her comes along," the source added. After tasting success with Raanjhanaa and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Sonam will now be seen in the remake of Hrishikesh Mukerjee-directed 1980 family drama Khubsoorat.We hope success keep coming her way!

Oscar-nominated Pakistani film Zinda Bhaag, which features Naseeruddin Shah in lead, is likely to release in India soon. The film producer Mazhar Zaidi is very excited about the release of the film that is Pakistan's first entry to the Oscars after a five-decade absence from the prestigious film awards.

The Kapoor sisters to venture into fashion clothing line. Sonam Kapoor, who is well known for her style, along with her sister Rhea Kapoor is venturing into a line of clothing.The stylist, Rhea Kapoor is well known for all these years to style her father Anil Kapoor and her fashionista sister. Sonam Kapoor after her success back to back with Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and Raanjhanaa, has got on board with her sister for this project. She is the first one in her generation to have started her line of clothing. And why not, she is the most stylish actress the industry has.

After giving back-to-back hits in the form of Raanjhanaa and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Sonam Kapoor has become choosy when it comes to films, and is taking time before giving nod to any director. As of now she is busy preparing herself for Khubsoorat remake.With the Khubsoorat remake, which stars Sonam Kapoor reprising the role of Rekha, the actress is going to come out of all the boundaries, as she will be seen donning a bikini in the film. Even though the film would be a remake of Hrishikesh Mukherjee's 1980 classic by same name, it is going to be a modern version. We saw Rekha don sarees and flaunted pigtails back then, the remake will see Sonam in a glamorous avatar.Now we know that Sonam has time and again said that she is looking forward to don a bikini in her film, it is learnt that it will happen with Khubsoorat remake, where Sonam will get into the beach wear. Produced by her sister Rhea Kapoor, Khubsoorat will be a contemporary take on the subject.The actress is at present, busy working out to attain a bikini body. Apart from following a strict diet, she is also frequent in the gym, and besides weight training also doing Pilates. "Sonam's trainer has charted out a unique regime, she eats small portions every two hours and she has been told not to consume any carbohydrates after lunch. Sonam wants to approach this in a healthy way. So, she is not starving herself but meticulously eating right to get the perfect swimsuit figure," said one of Sonam's friends.The remake would be shot in Rajasthan, and is expected to hit theatres later next year.

B-town actress Kareena Kapoor Khan is all excited about her upcoming films, however she is looking forward to the most is Dev Benegal’s film Bombay Samurai, where she will star opposite Farhan Akhtar. Career-wise things are not flourishing for Kareena, as two have her films, Satyagraha and Gori Tere Pyaar Mein failed to impress the audience.  However, she thinks that things will change with Bombay Samurai, which is a crazy zany rollicking roller coaster ride with amazing twists and turns. Sources close to the project, said, "There are seven to eight pivotal characters. But Kareena and Farhan Akhtar preside over the show.""They play a couple like no other seen before in our films. They are wacky and unpredictable. The two actors will have a ball playing their outgoing zestful characters," the sources added. It is learnt that both Bebo and Farhan are keen to work with each other. Says Farhan, "I've seen Kareena's work. She is consistently excellent. I was keen to work with her. Dev's film gives us a chance to try something different."Kareena, on the other side, "I admire Farhan for being multi-talented. Which other director has done so well as an actor? Farhan took my breath away in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. I am really looking forward to working with him."Little birdie chirps that the film will go on the floors post Kareena's annual holiday in Switzerland in December.

After watching Deepika Padukone dancing ardently in Ram Leela, we can easily speculate how tough it is for an actor to step into the shoes of their character in the movie. Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor is also categorized herself in the list of actors, who never think twice before cracking their heel to depict the role, perfectly.First, she went to indulge into the books of physiotherapy as per the demand of her upcoming film Khoobsurat, a remake of 1988’s Rekha starrer same name. It was also reported that she is also doing up things for the costumes of her character. If this is not enough, Sonam has had her earlobe and cartilage pierced specially for the movie. “Getting our ears pierced when we are kids is easy but to have the cartilage pierced is an extremely painful exercise,” said Sonam, who was given an option to wear artificial jewel in the film. However, despite the fact that it would be extremely hurtful, Sonam was not at all daunted by the whole idea. She immediately agreed to do it as it adds spunk to her character.She plays a physiotherapist and we must say the real life diva is quite kicked about her non-glamorous role in the film. It looks the film will also be seen reflecting in her role in the film.Sonam was last seen in Raanjhanaa and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.