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Unlike the masala oriented themes that filmmakers used to target, debutant director Faraz Haider decided to showcase the relations between the two countries, India-Pakistan, in a light manner in his upcoming film War Chhod Na Yaar, starring Sharman Joshi, Soha Ali Khan and Jaaved Jaaferi. It is India’s first war comedy based film.For choosing this odd and controversial concept, the young filmmaker said he and his team have taken some harmless cinematic liberties in portraying different characters on both sides (India and Pak). Faraz shares, “Until now, almost all films made on Indo-Pak issues showed Pakistan in a bad light. I'm not saying it is wrong, nor am I pointing fingers at anyone. Also, the purpose behind making this film is not to hurt Pakistan or its people. We’ve shown the human side of all army men, Indian or Pakistani, without forgetting their sacrifices for their countries. But we have taken some harmless cinematic liberties in portraying different characters on both sides.”He explained that the initial days on the film weren’t easy. “When I thought of making this film, many people close to me told me not to touch this topic as it would be too sensitive. I understand India and Pakistan have a lot of problems which need an immediate solution. But instead of solving them, we're busy fighting over unimportant issues,” he said.Produced by AOPL Entertainment Pvt. Ltd, War Chhod Na Yaar is coming in theaters on October 11.

Entire B-town is gung-ho about the recently released trailer of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming directorial Ramleela. They all have good things to say about the way the film has been picturised, and it is very much visible in the trailer.The chemistry between the lead pair, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone is cracking, and it has already become the talk of the town.Amitabh Bachchan said on a social networking site, "Saw trailer of Ramleela...stunning! The colours, the passion, the Deepika...!!" On the other side, Deepika’s Happy New Year director, Farah Khan said, "The trailer is fabulous. Deepika looks fantastic; the chemistry between her and Ranveer looks good. The film seems to bring back the memories of Sanjay's previous films like Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and Devdas. It looks very happy and colourful."Bhansali is over cloud nine hearing the appreciation coming his way. "The film is extremely close to my heart and for its first glance to be received this warmly, is overwhelming," he says. Producer Sunil Lulla said, "We are ecstatic with the unanimous, positive reviews and we couldn't be more excited with the reception."Ram Leela, produced by Eros International, releases November 15.

Brand Ambassador Vidya Balan attended the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne Conference (IFFM) as the Victorian Coalition Government extended its support for the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne by one year, reinforcing strong bond that exists between the Victorian and Indian screen industries.Recently the actress spoke at length about various aspects of her film-career. She is also well-aware that her weight is the talk of the town at the moment.“My weight has become the talking point of the nation. Why is everyone bothered about it? Is it a national issue?  I am just trying to work on my body shape, keeping in mind my character in the film. Believe me, I am not doing anything special. I am not dieting. I am happy with the way I look and hope people would leave it at that,” says, Vidya.At the same time, she is geared up to play first female detective of India in upcoming film Bobby Jasoos. The Dia Mirza and Sahil Sangha production is being directed by debutant Samar Shaikh. “Samar is a very talented director. I am really looking forward to working with him,” she says. The movie goes on floor in November.

Tigmanshu Dhulia brings Saif Ali Khan back with bang, as he stars in the former’s upcoming film Bullett Raja. Speaking on the association, Dhulia says, "I worked with Soha Ali Khan on Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns and I'm sure she spoke to her brother about this script. Saif, in turn, expressed a desire to work together. To have an actor with a vernacular image playing this role would have been boring.'' "I needed someone like Saif, who is charming and sophisticated, because it's more of a challenge to get him to play something the audience will not normally associate him with. My hero is not dark and intense. He is endearing and impulsive. In fact, Saif never starts a fight in the film, but he ensures he always finishes it.'' In the film, Saif is teamed up with Sonakshi Sinha. Tigmanshu says, "After years, I saw a screen couple that has the Amitabh-Rekha magic. Saif and Sona are in sharp contrast with each other and therein lies the interest factor. According to me, they make a fantastic jodi.''Bullettt Raja, produced by Brandsmith Motion Pictures and Moving Pictures Production, and presented by Fox Star Studios, releases November 29. Watch the trailer here:

With the superstar Ranbir Kapoor’s birthday on 28th September, the whole industry is abuzz about it. Much to add to the excitement, Eros Now released Barfi, Wake up Sid & Raajneeti, 3 famous movies of Ranbir Kapoor on www.erosnow.com on this festive occasion.With Barfi, Ranbir Kapoor revolutionized the concept that one doesn’t words to communicate their feelings. Wake Up Sid saw him as confused young man trying to figure his life & fix things. Raajneeti saw a whole new side of Ranbir Kapoor’s acting skills. With such brilliant movies on board, Eros Now has so much to offer to their subscribers. Apart from the brilliant movies, Ranbir Kapoor’s popular music from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani & Besharam is also available on the website!Eros Now’s content tie-up with Viacom 18 & UTV Films has garnered a lot of attention lately. Upcoming online releases like Lootera on 4th October are an additional incentive for users to sign up with Eros Now today!Eros Now is the ultimate destination for Indian entertainment offering thousands of movies, music videos and audio tracks on demand.  Instantly access online, on tablets and on mobiles through the Eros Now app available for Apple, Android & Amazon devices.  Movie & music lovers now have easy & straight-forward access to high quality entertainment in Hindi, Punjabi & Tamil, all ad-free.  All you have to do is logon to www.erosnow.com or download our app to enter the world of uninterrupted entertainment - anytime, anywhere!

Who would not like to shake a leg with the dashing star of the Bollywood industry aka John Abraham? The actor who can give you shrills with his slight smile is one of the most desired hunk of the industry, but what sources say is something really unusual. Huma Qureshi, who has not been in the industry for long has refused to do an item song with John Abraham in the upcoming movie Welcome Back. The actress, who was seen in the famous Anurag Kashyap’s movie Gangs of Wasseypur, has recently turned down the offer to shake a leg with Johnny boy since her demands were not being accepted by the filmmakers. It is being speculated that the actress was not happy with the paycheque, but was really keen to work with John. A close source to Huma said, “The makers of the film were very keen on signing her for the song but other commitments came in the way of her chance to dance with John.”When Anees Bazmee was contacted for the same, he put forth both the points, he said, “We wanted to have her in the song but then there were date issues. Also, she asked for a lot of money and that became a problem for us.”Now John will be seen with six girls in the song. We think that the actor has become even luckier with Huma’s refusal.

Ganapti Celebrations are celebrating grandly all over the country. During the Festival Lord Ganesh was visible in full Splendour in different Avatars, mood and Images. Mumbai is famous for Ganesh celebrations. Lalbaugcha Raja is the most famous Savrvajanik Ganapati in Mumbai. Every year many Bollywood celebrities visit Lalbaugcha Raja to seek blessing, Bollywood actress Veena Malik also visited Lalbaugcha Raja where she offered prayers for someone special and success of her upcoming movie Supermodel which is going to release on 27th September. Veena’s looking gorgeous in full Indian traditional Pink Sari and was seen touching feet of Ganpati Bappa.

Priyanka Chopra has become one person to yearn for in the Bollywood industry. Soaring high on success in all fields, we do not have to say much about the actress as she already is a perfect beauty in all that she does. After doing two item numbers as Pinky and Babli for the movies Shootout at Wadala and Zanjeer, the actress is now seen doing another item number for the upcoming film of Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh Ramleela. We must also tell you that the actress looks stunningly sultry in the white choli and dhoti with a thigh high slit. The number is being choreographed by Prabhu Deva’s brother Vishnu Deva. Vishnu was so moved by the skill of the actress, that he tweeted, “Ram leela 2nd song finished with Priyanka she is fabulous dancer and fun working with her.”Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s movie Ramleela is based on the Shakespearean novel Romeo and Juliet. The film, set in rural Gujarat, stars Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone in lead roles.The movie also stars Supriya Pathak, Richa Chadda, Gulshan Devaiah, Shweta Salve, Barkha Bisht Sengupta, Abhimanyu Shekhar Singh and Sharad Kelkar.Now we have to see that how much spice the pop singer Priyanka can add to this already hyped movie!

Shah Rukh Khan, who outshined all at the Times of India Film Awards (TOIFA), said recently that his upcoming film Chennai Express by Rohit Shetty is an all rounder film. He said it is a comedy, action and entertainment packed project different from the intense and serious films he has done in the recent past.

What would it be like to direct a movie with two pretty ladies in the lead, who are in a tiff with each other? Well, if you seek answer on this query, you must ask director Sajid Khan who is struggling hard in making his upcoming venture. The leading ladies of his movie Bipasha Basu and Esha Gupta are having tough times with each other. Esha and Bips were seen together for the first time in the movie Raaz 3, wherein they were seen as sisters who weren’t so fond of each other, and this is happening in the real life too. The actresses are again shooting together in London for Sajid Khan’s next venture and have indulged into a cold war.A source said, “Bipasha feels that she is a much senior actress as opposed to Esha Gupta who is yet to establish herself in the industry. Also, Sajid's fondness for Esha is making Bipasha go green.”The source also says that the two actresses have very different roles, but Sajid is battling with this catfight. The source further added, “Bipasha and Esha behave as if they are the best of friends in front of others but cannot stop bickering about each other to their respective staff.”When the director Sajid was asked about his catfight, he said, “They haven't shot a single scene together. How can you say they don't get along?” Well, there sure is something going on inside which the director doesn’t want to talk about!

Couples are made in heaven and they just happen to meet in this world. The Nawab of Pataudi aka Saif Ali Khan, didn’t ever know that he would be marrying the prettiest damsel in the tinsel town, Kareena Kapoor. Kareena charmed the actor and he went on to tying the knot with her last year on the 16th of October.It is going to be one year since the couple got married and it calls for a celebration of course. Bebo is already very excited to meet the actor and will be flying to London soon to celebrate the D-day together. On the other hand, Saif is already shooting for his upcoming movie in UK. Kareena said, “I'm flying there to be with him on our first anniversary.”Bebo also says that she has something special as a surprise gift for the actor. She says, “It could be a designer watch or something even more expensive and personal.” The actress smilingly said further, “I will not discuss the gift because I want to surprise him.”They will be spending 10 days together and after that, Saif will be heading on for a short vacation with his school friends, while Kareena will be heading back to home for her endorsement shoots and will also join the promotions of Gori Tere Pyaar Mein.We think that this is going to be a grand affair for the couple, we also wish them a very happy first wedding anniversary in advance.

Grapevine is abuzz that Karan Johar’s upcoming film Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (YJHD), directed by Ayan Mukerji, brings together the Kapur trio, Siddharth Roy Kapur, UTV CEO, Kunaal Roy Kapur, actor and Aditya Roy Kapur.

Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee, last seen in Satyagraha alongside Amitabh Bachchan and others, says he wants to reside in Delhi when he gets free from Mumbai or when he will achieve a certain position in his career. He also says that he has a special connection from Delhi as his family and friends are living in the capital.Manoj Bajpayee recently visited Delhi for a film’s shooting there he shared his desire to shift to Delhi. “Dilli se kaafi judi hui hain. Yahaan kaafi dost rehte hain, aur family bhi yahin hai. I am thinking of shifting to Delhi,” said the actor.Does it mean he’ll leave Mumbai soon? When sources asked the same that when he will be making the move, he said, “When I feel that I have reached a certain level in my career and my directors and producers will not mind calling me from Delhi to Mumbai, I will shift here. The thought of shifting to Delhi always comes to my mind. It is a thought that comes to mind almost daily. I feel that working from Delhi will make life easier for me.”Meanwhile Manoj is signed to do the voiceovers for the upcoming Mahabharat animated 3D mythological drama. He will dub for Yudishtir’s character in the animated story.