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Drona - This mega movie, packed with action and dangerous stunts is the focus of the Bachchans now.

The Bachchans are investing a huge amount on this Abhishek starrer. Abhishek will play a super hero in the movie. Drona will project him in a very stylish image, slim and tall, with long hair – which is the reason you see him sporting a hair band of late.

He did not mean it as a fashion statement, but since he is looking the cool dude with it, you never know, he may have unwittingly started a trend.

The first schedule for the movie has been shot in Prague. The director- Goldie Bhel and producer Shristi are family friends of the Bachchans.

The budget for the movie is a whopping 60 crores. (Krrish was made on a budget of 45 crores).

    

Priyanka Chopra will be playing the romantic lead and Jaya Bachchan will play the role of Abhishek’s mother. Rumors are rife about the movie - that it is going to better Krrish in all aspects. Why bother when Krrish has already done whatever it set out to do?

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The Oscar Awards has nominated Deepa Mehta’s Water in The Best Foreign Language Film Category. The awards will be announced on the 25^th of February.

The film was slated for release in India on the 23^rd of Feb. Now that Deepa will be busy with the promotional work in L A the release of the movie in India will be postponed by a month. The movie will now be released on 23^rd of March.

Ironically Mira Nair’s The Namesake will also be released on the same day. Both the women directors have made a place for themselves in international cinema.

John Abraham is also very excited about Water being nominated for the Oscar awards. He has worked very hard for this film – he worked on his diction and body language. He even learned to play the flute for this movie. He wants to be with Deepa in L A for the promotion of the movie.

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The Televised version of The Hero Honda Star Screen Awards was aired on Sunday the 4^th of February.

Kareena’s dance to “Yeh Mera Dil” from Don 2 was the highlight of the evening, yesteryear Oomph dancer Helen joined her on stage with her version of the dance in the original Don, and she had the crowd in raptures.

To crown her performance Kareena was announced the best actres for her performance in Omkara. She was beyond happy - she was absolutely thrilled. She had won an award in this category after Refugee. Her sister Karisma was in the audience looking beautiful, cheering her all the way.

Hrithik Roshan was declared best actor for his endearing performance in Krrish. He wasn’t present and Rekha collected his award. This movie also got an award for best action by Tony Ching Sin Tung (from Singapore) and Sham Kaushal

Saif Ali Khan came in late, so he missed his call. He made up for it when he was on stage to give away an award. He bagged an award for best actor in a negative role for Omkara.

Sanjay Dutt walked away with the critic’s award for best actor. He was given the award for his lovable performance in Lage Raho Munna Bhai. This movie won many more accolades, among them were the awards for best dialogues, and the best actor in a supporting role was presented to Arshad Warsi for the film. Vidhu Vinod Chopra was jubilant when it was announced the best movie of the year. The award for the best story was won by Raj Kumar Hirani andAbhijit Joshi for this movie. Raj Kumar Hirani also bagged the award for the best dialogues and another for the best editing.

Rang de Basanti also bagged some major awards; among them were the best supporting actor, which was given to Kiron Kher. Rakyesh Mehra won the prestigious best director award for the film and Siddharth won the best debut award.

The best screenplay award was given to Rensil D’ Silva and Rakeysh Mehra for this movie. The movie also won the best cinematography award, which was given to Binod Pradhan. A R Rahman won the award for best background music for this movie. The movie went on to win an award for the best art direction by Samir Chanda.

Kangana Ranaut came through for the best newcomer for Gangster and Woh Lamhe.

Shahrukh Khan and Rani Mukherji were given the best star jodi for Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna. Rani was looking a tad lonely all through the function.

Shreyas Talpade of the Iqbal fame won an award this year for best actor in a comic role for Dor

Best playback singer male was awarded to Shaan for “Chand Sifarish” in Fanaa. And best playback singer – female was awarded to Sunidhi Chauhan for “Beedi Jalayle” from Omkara and Gulzar won the best lyrics award for the same song.

The best choreography award went to Shiamak Davar for Dhoom 2.

The prestigious Lifetime achievement award was presented to Mala Sinha and Biswajeet. Asha Parekh and Jeetendra did the honours.

The performances were all well executed. Shahid Kapoor and Salman Khan were unbeatable. The person everyone would remember with a smile was the fantastic humor by Raju Srivastav. He had the audience in splits. He deserved an award as the star entertainer of the evening.

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Shahrukh Khan, wife Gauri, the kids and Karan Johar spent Christmas at Goa.

They brought in 2007 with a bang at their house ‘Mannat.’ All their industry friends were invited.

Arjun Rampal enjoyed himself immensely, all the more so when Shahrukh told him that he would be in his home production – Om Shanti Om.

Priyanka Chopra was seen with her boyfriend and co-star Harman Baweja.

Kareena put in an appearance, only to be soon followed by Shahid Kapoor.

Every once in a while, Shahrukh snuck away to cuddle with his kiddo’s while the party was on.

Amitabh Bachchan stayed at home as his mother; Teji Bachchan is not too well.

Abhishek and Aishwarya also stayed back to give him company. He sent Shahrukh several messages as to why he would not be joining him for the New Year revelry.

So why did people still talk about silly undercurrents and tension between the two stalwarts. Crazy – Right?

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Eklavya

Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt and Saif Ali Khan come together to make this brilliant entertainer. Vidya Balan provides the lighter moments. Vinod Chopra is the director for this blockbuster. With Amitabh at the helm the movie promises power packed performances.

The Namesake

Directed by Mira Nair, based on Jhumpa Lahiri’s novel The Namesake, is about an American bred confused Indian. Tabu – an actor who is known to get into the skin of the character is paired with Akshay Kumar. The movie holds a lot of promise.

Namaste London

On the lines of yesteryears Purab Aur Paschim, Vipul Shah has spent a whopping 30 crores on this film. Starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif the film certainly has potential. Music director Himesh Reshamiya teams with Javed Akthar with a result of 24 songs in the in the movie.

Metro

After the success of Gangster, hopefully Anurag Basu will be achieve the same success with this new action packed drama. Shilpa Shetty looks promising.

Jhoom Barabar Jhoom

Under the Yash Raj banner, Shaad Ali directs this movie. It has an impressive star cast of Abhishek Bachchan, Preity Zinta, Bobby Deol and Lara Dutta. Big B is also there with his inimitable style and persona.

Traffic Signal

Chandni Bar, Corporate and now a movie that deals with the trials and travails of urchins at traffic signals. Madhur Bhandarkar scores with meaningful cinema again.

God Tussi Great Ho

This movie took very long to complete due to Amitabh’s health problems. Rumi Jaffrey, a debutant director, has made a romantic comedy with Salman Khan and Priyanka Chopra. Big B plays God.

Just Married

Meghna Gulzar who had made the thought provoking film on surrogate motherhood – Filhaal, now makes a movie on the psyche of a newly married couple. Esha Deol and Fardeen Khan play the just married couple. Should definitely be good with Gulzar’s touch.

Chak De India

Shimit Amin has made this film following Ab Tak Chappan. The lead role is about a coach who is down in the dumps. He leads the Indian all- women hockey team to victory. The role was first turned down by Salman Khan and then Akshay Kumar also found he did not want to play a loser. Shahrukh Khan stepped into the breach and is supposed to have done a brilliant job.

Saawariya

Sanjay Leela Bhansali- the name of this director is synonomous with opulence and lavish sets, coupled with mind-blowing music. He has taken newcomers – Sonam and Ranbir Kapoor. They find the director a tough taskmaster. Salman Khan and Rani Mukherji add their oomph to the movie.

Om Shanti Om

Farah Khan has made this super entertainer after her Main Hoon Na success. The subject of the movie deals with reincarnation. She is launching model turned actress Deepika Padukone (Badminton champion Prakash Padukone’s daughter) opposite veteran actor Sharukh Khan. The computer graphics are said to be great, as is the music by Vishal- Shekar.

Tara Rum Pum

Directed under the Yash Raj banner by Siddharth Anand- still basking in the glory of Salaam- Namaste. In the lead roles are Rani Mukherji and Saif Ali Khan, who together try to recapture the magic of Hum Tum. The musical score promises to be great.

Kya Love Story Hai

This promises to be a fun filled lighthearted movie starring Tusshar Kapoor and Ayesha Takia. The director of the film is named Lovely and it is shot in the lovely and beautiful locales of South Africa.

Cheeni Kum

This is a romantic comedy directed by Adwallah Balki. The theme of the movie revolves around a younger woman who is attracted to an older man. Amitabh and Tabu share a very good ‘on screen’ chemistry.

Jodha Akbar

The film is based on the Moghul Emperor’s love story till he is 27 years old. Hrithik Roshan and Aishwariya have done a great job. The film directed by Ashutosh Gowarikar was shot in the interior, untouched locales of Rajasthan. A R Rehman gives the musical score.

Love Story 2050

Priyanka Chopra stars opposite debutant Harry Baweja. The film had Kareena Kapoor in the lead earlier. Shot in the beautiful backdrop of Australia, the movie promises good entertainment.

Nishabd

Jiah Khan plays opposite Amitabh Bachchan. The movie will have to be watched to evaluate.

Halla Bol

Raj Kumar Santoshi makes a comeback after his impressive Legend of Bhagat Singh. Ajay Devgan plays the lead with Vidya Balan as his wife. Ajay Devgan’s performance is something to be talked about.

Ramgopal Varma Ke Sholay

Since there have been a lot of changes with regard to the cast, the movie did not have a smooth making and only once it is released will be the real test.

Apne

Dharmendra joins hands with his sons, Sunny and Bobby. Shilpa Shetty is in the lead. The director for this venture is Anil Sharma.

No Smoking

Anurag Kashyap casts John Abraham opposite Ayesha Takia in this movie. This movie explores the darker terrains of real life.

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Aishwariya and Abhishek Bachchan: After their tryst to Varanasi with the entire Bachchan clan leaves very little doubt that 2007 will witness a very big wedding.

Preity Zinta and Ness Wadia: Even though Preity refuses to comment, seeing them together and their comfortable familiarity with each other it seems a forgone conclusion that this year will see Preity tying the knot with the Wadia Heir.

John Abraham and Bipasha Basu: The last year did seem not too good for their sexy romance with sultry Mallika Sherawat and fresh looking Vidya Balan, catching John’s roving eye. Bips baby should harness him this year if all goes well.

Priyanka Chopra and Harman Baweja: They sizzle in his debut film Love Story 2050, and definitely the year ahead will decide as to which way the wind blows.

Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif: They look like a made for each other couple, so lets just keep our fingers crossed.

Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor: The love birds have kept a very steady and low profile the last year and we will wait and see what the coming year ordains for them.

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Salman was relieved to have made bail for the infamous poaching case.

Hrithik zoomed with his mask in Krrish so much so that every child just had to buy the mask.

The Koel Lata Mangeshkar literally screeched and threatened to leave Mumbai if the govt built a flyover in front of her residence.

Amitabh Bachchan was hospitalized for a serious ailment in the intestine.

Kaajol made a comeback with Fanaa. She was a crowd puller for an otherwise average movie.

March 28^th was a happy day for Hrithik and Sussanne as they were blessed with a bundle of joy – a son whom they named Hrehaan.

Sonali Bendre and Goldie Bhel were also blessed with a baby boy.

Rhea and Leander were thrilled with an angelic girl.

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Post Dhoom 2 it was very obvious that Hrithik was brilliant and Abhishek was a damp squib. It was evident that he was no match for the dazzling Hrithik. Amitabh is said to have complained to the Chopra’s about giving his son a raw deal, though in all fairness this was not the case.

Shah Rukh Khan has also, supposedly shown his displeasure to his chum Karan Johar for giving the Bachchan’s too much of importance and ingnoring him in the bargain. Not wanting to hurt his friend Karan has decided not to direct any of the Bachchan’s in the near future.

Only time will tell whether the Bachcan’s are able to restore their former glory and monarchy in the Indian Cinema.

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The pundits of Bollywood have predicted that 2007 will be a great year in the history of Bollywood. According to them, the industry will churn out at least 250 A-Grade films this year breaking all records and 43 of these releases will be box office biggies.

The “Big B” will continue to reign supreme this year with seven releases, six already in production, excluding guest appearances.

Business figures have indicated that 2006 has been the best year in the history of Bollywood. Lets see what 2007 has in store.

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