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Madhavan soldiers on...despite injured knee
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| Joginder Tuetja 11/21/2009
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R. Madhavan, who plays one of the idiots in Rajkumar Hirani's "3 Idiots", is in pain thanks to a knee injury he suffered during the film's shooting.
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Gulshan Grover still prefers being Bollywood baddie
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| IANS 11/21/2009
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Two Hollywood movies, a British venture and an Indo-French collaboration... Gulshan Grover has his hands full with serious-themed international projects.
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Kamat calls Asin 'Asian', then says southern spellings 'different'
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| IANS 11/21/2009
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Goa Chief Minister Digambar Kamat Saturday pronounced popular actress Asin's name as "Asian", and when quizzed over it answered that "their (southern) spellings are very different".
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I've lost 'Bigg Boss', but I feel like a winner: Kambli
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| IANS 11/21/2009
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Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli has been evicted out of the third season of reality show "Bigg Boss" within two weeks of his stay, but he says he still feels like a winner.
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I haven't yet signed on to play Indira Gandhi: Madhuri
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| Subhash K Jha 11/21/2009
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At the moment, Madhuri Dixit is more bothered about her son's upset tummy than playing Indira Gandhi.
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A show that will go into people's past lives
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| Radhika Bhirani 11/21/2009
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Viewers are wondering if a new reality show based on past life regression therapy will answer questions about their favourite stars even as it has created quite a buzz.
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Now terrorists emerge from educated households: Om Puri
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| Subhash K Jha 11/21/2009
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Om Puri, who plays a terror mastermind in Rensil D' Silva's just released "Kurbaan", says that people with terrorist leanings have begun to emerge from educated households and that his character represents this dangerous trend.
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'Karthik Calling Karthik' release shifted to avoid clash with 'Teen Patti'
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| IANS 11/20/2009
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The release date of Farhan Akhtar's "Karthik Calling Karthik" has now been pushed ahead to avoid a clash with Amitabh Bachchan starrer "Teen Patti".
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Dimple Kapadia's 'Tum Milo Toh Sahi' to release in January
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| IANS 11/20/2009
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Dimple Kapadia and Nana Patekar starrer "Tum Milo Toh Sahi", a film about love at different ages, will release on Jan 29 next year.
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Sanjay Dutt's beard plays villain
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| Subhash K Jha 11/20/2009
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Sanjay Dutt's schedule has gone haywire, all thanks to the beard that he has grown for his role in Mani Shankar's "Knock Out".
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Kamal Khan not a wild card entry in 'Bigg Boss' house
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| Subhash K Jha 11/20/2009
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Director Kamal R. Khan, who was evicted from the "Bigg Boss" house due to his misbehaviour with the housemates, has made a comeback on the show.
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Madhuri Dixit to play Indira Gandhi in biopic
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| IANS 11/20/2009
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Asian-American filmmaker Krishna Shah is set to make a biopic on Indira Gandhi and has roped in Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit to play the role of India's first and only woman prime minister.
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Kangna Ranaut heads back to Mumbai
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| IANS 11/20/2009
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Bollywood actress Kangna Ranaut, whose father strongly denied that she had any link with 26/11 terror suspect David Coleman Headley, headed back to Mumbai Friday morning after a few days at her ancestral home in Himachal Pradesh.
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It is a wonder I am still getting offers: Amitabh
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| Subhash K Jha 11/20/2009
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Age is no bar for Amitabh Bachchan. From television to films to endorsements, he is doing everything and that keeps the 67-year-old megastar busier than his younger colleagues.
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I was apprehensive about abusive lingo in 'Ishqiya': Vidya Balan
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| Shilpa Raina 11/19/2009
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Mouthing expletives for her role in "Ishqiya" embarrassed Vidya Balan as she says she never uses foul language in real life.
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Rahul Bhatt did not train Headley, says Moksh gym management
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| IANS 11/19/2009
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The multimedia house, Pritish Nandy Communications Ltd, said Thursday that Rahul Bhatt, son of eminent filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt did not train Lashkar-e-Taiba suspect David Coleman Headley at its Moksh gym where he was a member.
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Goa Police dismiss reports of terror threat during IFFI
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| IANS 11/19/2009
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Goa Police Thursday dismissed media reports about a possible terror threat to the forthcoming International Film Festival of India (IFFI) which gets underway here Nov 23.
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Kareena's role in 'Kurbaan' similar to Katrina's in 'New York'?
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| Subhash K Jha 11/19/2009
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Rumours are rife that Kareena Kapoor's role in "Kurbaan" is similar to Katrina Kaif's in "New York" -- both the actresses are featured in near-identical roles of a wife who discovers her husband to be a closet-terrorist.
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'Chance Pe Dance' has glimpses of Shahid's life
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| IANS 11/19/2009
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Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor's next project "Chance Pe Dance" has a slice of his own life as the film traces the journey of a struggler till he tastes success.
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Katrina Barbie arrives in India
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| IANS 11/19/2009
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Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif's look-alike Barbie doll has arrived in the country. It was designed to mark Barbie's 50 years.
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Ranbir flies to Delhi to chat with Aamir, Javed
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| Subhash K Jha 11/19/2009
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Aamir Khan, Javed Akhtar and Ranbir Kapoor on the same platform? That's the line-up for a discussion organised by the Tehelka magazine on Bollywood and other social phenomena Saturday in New Delhi.
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Bombay High Court allows release of Karan Johar's 'Kurbaan'
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| IANS 11/19/2009
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The Bombay High Court Thursday declined to stay release of film "Kurbaan", due to be out Friday, but sought the responses of filmmaker Karan Johar and actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor to a petition terming two of its songs "vulgar".
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Aamir's Paa and Maa moments for '3 Idiots'
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| Ruchika Kher 11/19/2009
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Aamir Khan is known to walk the path less travelled. And has done so again by choosing to release the music of his upcoming film "3 Idiots" online and getting the parents of composer Shantanu Moitra and lyricist Swanand Kirkire to grace the event.
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Bollywood means nothing to me: Lucky Ali
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| IANS 11/19/2009
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He is the son of the legendary Mehmood, grew up in Bollywood, sung several chartbusters like "Ek pal ka jeena" and even acted in movies like "Kaante" and "Sur", but Lucky Ali says the world of Hindi cinema means nothing to him.
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Kangna Ranaut has no links with Headley: Father
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| Vishal Gulati 11/19/2009
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After Bollywood actress Kangna Ranaut's name surfaced in connection with the probe into David Coleman Headley -- a man suspected of involvement in the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai -- Kangna's father Thursday strongly denied any link.
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My mother a great authority at censors: Saif Ali Khan
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| Joginder Tuteja 11/18/2009
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Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan says it is "ridiculous" to think that his mother and censor board chief Sharmila Tagore gave an 'adult' rating to "Kaminey" because it starred Shahid Kapoor.
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Shilpa-Raj to move into the Bachchan neighbourhood
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| IANS 11/18/2009
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Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra will move into a new place in a high-rise in front of the Bachchans' residence Jalsa in Juhu after their marriage Nov 22.
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London, Dubai premieres of 'Paa' cancelled
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| IANS 11/18/2009
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The Dubai and London premieres of Amitabh Bachchan's film "Paa" have been cancelled, but the superstar says he is looking forward to the Mumbai event that will be attended by Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan.
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Lisa Ray to undergo stem cell transplant for cancer
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| IANS 11/18/2009
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Indo-Canadian actress Lisa Ray will undergo a stem cell transplant to treat her multiple myeloma, an incurable form of blood cancer.
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I won't like to debut with a newcomer: Govinda's daughter
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| IANS 11/18/2009
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Bollywood star Govinda's daughter Narmmadaa Ahuja seems to have set her preferences even before her first movie.
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'Race 2' to go on floors with Saif, Anil: Ramesh Taurani
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| Joginder Tuteja 11/18/2009
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If super-hit film "Race" had lots of suspense and stunts, its producer Ramesh Taurani promises more thrills and action in its sequel "Race 2" that will go on floors early next year with Saif Ali Khan and Anil Kapoor playing the main leads.
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Three National Award winners team up for comedy
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| IANS 11/18/2009
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Ajay Devgn, Konkona Sen Sharma and Paresh Rawal - all three are National Award winners and they will be seen together for the first time in the comedy "Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge?", being co-produced by Warner Bros Pictures India and Wide Frame Films
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My parents don't force moralistic values on me: Ranbir Kapoor
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| IANS 11/18/2009
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Bollywood hearthrob Ranbir Kapoor says that his parents, yesteryears actors Rishi and Neetu Kapoor, have never given him any tips for his career.
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Emraan Hashmi looking forward to fatherhood
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| IANS 11/18/2009
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Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi is going to enter a new phase in his life when his first child arrives early next year and he says that he is eagerly waiting for this new role.
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Abhishek is a relaxed producer: R. Balki
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| IANS 11/18/2009
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Director R. Balakrishnan says that Abhishek Bachchan, who is acting in and also producing "Paa", is a very relaxed producer and has no hang ups.
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Paresh Rawal, Sanjay Dutt team up for Kaizad Gustad's film
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| Subhash K Jha 11/18/2009
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Paresh Rawal says that he will feature in one of the lead roles in "Boom" director Kaizad Gustad's next and that it will also star Sanjay Dutt and Naseeruddin Shah.
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'Indian Idol 3' finalist makes acting debut with Shahid Kapoor
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| Subhash K Jha 11/17/2009
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"Indian Idol 3" finalist Meiyung Chang from Dhanbad, Jharkhand, is reportedly making his big screen debut alongside Shahid Kapoor.
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Telefilm to pay tribute to 26/11 victims
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| IANS 11/17/2009
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A telefilm, starring Vinod Khanna and Seema Biswas, will be aired on the small screen as a tribute to the victims of the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai last year.
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Amitabh Bachchan not invited to IFFI, co-host upset
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| IANS 11/17/2009
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The entertainment society of Goa (ESG), has held its central government partner Directorate of film festivals (DFF) responsible for not inviting legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan to grace the festival.
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'Paa' offers simple yet delightful music
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| Ruchika Kher 11/17/2009
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"Paa" is a film with an unusual story and music maestro Ilayaraja has composed tunes that gel well with the movie's subject.
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Mahesh Bhatt denies son restrained from leaving Mumbai
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| IANS 11/16/2009
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Film-maker Mahesh Bhatt Monday categorically denied reports suggesting that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has restrained his son Rahul from leaving the city.
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IFFI to showcase retrospective of animation industry
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| IANS 11/16/2009
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The 40th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), to be held in Panaji, Goa from Nov 23, will for the first time showcase a retrospective of the Indian animation industry.
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Canadian PM gives Olympic Torch model to Akshay Kumar
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| IANS 11/16/2009
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Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper Monday presented a model of the Olympic Torch to Bollywood star Akshay Kumar at a special function here.
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'Kurbaan' puts spotlight on global terrorism
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| IANS 11/16/2009
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After delivering two back to back hits in the form of light-hearted comedies "Dostana" and "Wake Up Sid", producer Karan Johar is set to showcase global terrorism in his forthcoming film "Kurbaan", which is releasing Friday.
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Rensil D'Silva unfazed about 'Kurbaan' length, grim subject
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| Subhash K Jha 11/16/2009
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Debutant director Rensil D'Silva's movie is longer than the show-timing multiplexes approve of and lengthy films on grim themes are not the flavour of the season. But D'Silva is unfazed.
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Bollywood composers rediscover Sufi music
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| IANS 11/16/2009
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"Allah ke bande", "Piya Haji Ali", "Khwaja mere khwaja", "Arziyaan"...the list is long. Bollywood is surely smitten by Sufi music as composers churn out chartbusters by weaving its melodious flavour into their songs.
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Aftab grateful to Shah Rukh for helping with 'Aao Wish Karein'
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| IANS 11/16/2009
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Aftab Shivdasani, who has turned producer with his just-released "Aao Wish Karein", says he is grateful to superstar Shah Rukh Khan for having lent his voice to promote the fairytale love story.
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Amitabh, Aamir to discuss marketing strategies for 'Paa', '3 Idiots'
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| IANS 11/15/2009
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Bollywood stars Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan are leaving no stone unturned to promote their upcoming films "Paa" and "3 Idiots" respectively - the two are meeting Sunday to discuss marketing gimmicks for both the films.
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Rahman mesmerises Kolkata audience
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| IANS 11/15/2009
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Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman captivated thousands here with his mellifluous tunes comprising hip-hop, funk and jazz.
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Bollywood-Nigerian film industry tie-up in the offing
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| Dipankar De Sarkar 11/15/2009
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After 50 years of charming African audiences with its song-and-dance capers, Bollywood is set to rendezvous with its Nigerian counterpart at an international film festival next month, courtesy a British film producer.
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I would prefer a son like Abhishek: Vidya
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| IANS 11/15/2009
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Vidya Balan, who plays Amitabh Bachchan's mother in "Paa", was so impressed by Abhishek's caring behaviour towards his father during the shooting that she confesses she would like to have a son like Abhishek in real life.
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After romantic comedy, Santoshi to change genre again
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| Joginder Tuteja 11/14/2009
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Rajkumar Santoshi has just given a huge hit in "Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani", a romantic comedy with youngsters Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif, but he's not the kind to repeat a genre because it struck gold.
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Singer Anushka debuts as actress in 'Dulha Mil Gaya'
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| IANS 11/14/2009
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Pop star-turned-VJ Anushka Manchanda is all set to make her acting debut now with comedy "Dulha Mil Gaya", which stars superstar Shah Rukh Khan, Sushmita Sen and Fardeen Khan.
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I don't know how to cook: Karisma Kapoor
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| IANS 11/14/2009
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Karisma Kapoor, a self-confessed foodie who is expecting her second child, confesses that she doesn't know how to cook.
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Bhandarkar wants to make comedies, musicals too
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| IANS 11/14/2009
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After making several hard-hitting films including his latest "Jail", Madhur Bhandarkar says he wouldn't mind trying his hand at a comedy or a romantic tale.
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'3 Idiots' music has youthful spunk, raw energy
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| Ruchika Kher 11/14/2009
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Shantanu Moitra, who had scored the music for Rajkumar Hirani's "Lage Raho Munnabhai", returns with "3 Idiots" and has churned out songs that are catchy, different and high on energy.
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Sayali, Boman, Amrita Rao join Children's Day celebrations
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| IANS 11/14/2009
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Bollywood actors Sayali Bhagat, Boman Irani and Amrita Rao joined in a 'Flight of Fantasy' for underprivileged children and a trip for youngsters at Jet Airlines' Flight Simulator Saturday to mark Children's Day.
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I want to slap Rohit Verma: Tanaaz Currim
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| IANS 11/14/2009
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Popular TV actress Tanaaz Currim, the latest contestant to be evicted out of reality show "Bigg Boss 3" is so angry with co-participant, fashion designer Rohit Verma, that she wants to "go back and slap him".
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Ranbir Kapoor spends time with kids in hospital
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| IANS 11/14/2009
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On the occasion of Children's Day Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor spent time narrating stories and singing for the children admitted at a hospital here.
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Amitabh sings with Rashid Khan for 26/11 album
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| IANS 11/14/2009
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Amitabh Bachchan has lent his voice to quite a few film songs but now the megastar is singing along with classical maestro Rashid Khan for an album dedicated to the victims of the 26/11 terror attacks on Mumbai last year.
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