Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who likes to sprinkle his sentences with 'InshaAllah' (god willing), says he likes to fast during the holy month of Ramadan.
"I make it a point to fast at least three to four times during Ramadan," told Shah Rukh, who was recently in the capital to promote his film "Don".
But his hectic schedule does not permit him to fast the entire month.
"Because of my hectic schedule, I cannot fast the entire month. I do a lot of travelling, so it is tough. Besides, of late I have been on medication, so I have not been fasting," added Shah Rukh.
In an another candid interview, Shahrukh Khan talked about the gossips he hears about him. In this episode of Bollywood quotes, lets hear what the King Khan has to say.
King Khan reveals : “People think that I’m a gay. Recently somebody asked me if I’m still in touch with my feminine side. They ask me why did I do the Lux ad and things like that. They are very sweet about it but I know where they are heading. I think there is a feminine side to me, as people like to assume.”
So what else gossips did SRK hear about him. Shahrukh Khan spoke of the “gossip that I love fair women. And that’s why I don’t cheat on my family at home. I go abroad and am seen with fair ladies. Then there was this about my house that I have no windows at home because I want to make sure that nobody sees me.”
Source: Behindwoods
Monday, October 23, 2006
Tuesday, October 17, 2006
SRK to Play Bad Guy in Dhoom 3
Shahrukh makes ‘bad’ look ‘cool’. I’ve been saying it ever since ‘Don’ promos hit the air. Now, ‘Don’ is about to unveil his no-holds-barred villainous act soon but there’s more good news for SRK fans. According to a well placed source, King Khan will be essaying the bad-guy role in ‘Dhoom 3’. Bollywood is really getting confident when it comes to sequels it seems. For even before the release of ‘Dhoom 2’ the plans are already underway for ‘Dhoom 3’.
Another interesting bit of news is regarding Rishi and Neetu Kapoor’s hot looking son Ranbir Kapoor. He is currently wrapping up his debut venture in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Saawariya’ but his performance level has impressed the Yashraj banner so much that they’ve signed a three film contract with the Kapoor scion. And one of these films will be ‘Dhoom 3’. And no, Sanjay Gadhvi won’t be directing it.
It seems a lot of Dhoom is in store for all you guys out there….There’s always Vvvvrrrooooommm…For more excitement. Right!
Source: Indiaglitz
Another interesting bit of news is regarding Rishi and Neetu Kapoor’s hot looking son Ranbir Kapoor. He is currently wrapping up his debut venture in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Saawariya’ but his performance level has impressed the Yashraj banner so much that they’ve signed a three film contract with the Kapoor scion. And one of these films will be ‘Dhoom 3’. And no, Sanjay Gadhvi won’t be directing it.
It seems a lot of Dhoom is in store for all you guys out there….There’s always Vvvvrrrooooommm…For more excitement. Right!
Source: Indiaglitz
Preity and SRK walk away with the Lycra MTV Style awards
The Lycra MTV Style awards, the only award show in India which gives awards for being stylish and fashionable concluded last week. It was a grand affair that was attended by many high profile celebrities from all walks of life.
The evergreen Rishi Kapoor was bestowed the Maha Style Icon of the Year award. Preity Zinta & Shahrukh Khan were voted the Most Stylish Person in Film’s category in the male and female categories respectively, with their movie Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna also winning Most Stylish Film.
Hosted by the suave Karan Johar who was ably assisted by glamorous MTV VJs Anusha and Sophie, the show had trademark MTV wackiness effortlessly merged with music, style and fashion and punctuated with show-stopping displays
In an explosive finale, the stunning Preity Zinta, eternally sexy Salman Khan and king of cool, Akshay Kumar walked the ramp as a special promotion for their forthcoming film Jaan-e-Mann.
Also present at the event were Arjun Rampal, Ameesha Patel and Fardeen Khan along with a host of many other celebrities.
Source: Indiafm
The evergreen Rishi Kapoor was bestowed the Maha Style Icon of the Year award. Preity Zinta & Shahrukh Khan were voted the Most Stylish Person in Film’s category in the male and female categories respectively, with their movie Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna also winning Most Stylish Film.
Hosted by the suave Karan Johar who was ably assisted by glamorous MTV VJs Anusha and Sophie, the show had trademark MTV wackiness effortlessly merged with music, style and fashion and punctuated with show-stopping displays
In an explosive finale, the stunning Preity Zinta, eternally sexy Salman Khan and king of cool, Akshay Kumar walked the ramp as a special promotion for their forthcoming film Jaan-e-Mann.
Also present at the event were Arjun Rampal, Ameesha Patel and Fardeen Khan along with a host of many other celebrities.
Source: Indiafm
Thursday, October 12, 2006
Shah Rukh-Aamir together ?
Producer Bobby Bedi has dismissed reports that Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan will be seen together in a celluloid version of the mythological saga Mahabharata and says nothing has been finalised so far.
"Talks are still at a very early stage. The casting reports are just speculations and we have not yet arrived at any decision," Bedi, who is managing director of Kaleidoscope Entertainment.
Kaleidoscope Entertainment has produced films like "Bandit Queen", "Saathiya" and "Mangal Pandey".
The company has been contemplating a cinematic version of the Indian epic Mahabharata for quite some time, but it has not yet given final shape to the project - either in terms of the cast or the number of movies that will be made to retell the saga.
Said Bedi, "It is too early to talk. We might make one or two or even three. We are still in the process. We will let you know when we arrive at a decision."
If the speculation does finally come true, it would be the first time that the two top Khans would be sharing screen space.
Source: Santabanta
"Talks are still at a very early stage. The casting reports are just speculations and we have not yet arrived at any decision," Bedi, who is managing director of Kaleidoscope Entertainment.
Kaleidoscope Entertainment has produced films like "Bandit Queen", "Saathiya" and "Mangal Pandey".
The company has been contemplating a cinematic version of the Indian epic Mahabharata for quite some time, but it has not yet given final shape to the project - either in terms of the cast or the number of movies that will be made to retell the saga.
Said Bedi, "It is too early to talk. We might make one or two or even three. We are still in the process. We will let you know when we arrive at a decision."
If the speculation does finally come true, it would be the first time that the two top Khans would be sharing screen space.
Source: Santabanta
Shahrukh Khan- A muse to many!
Shahrukh Khan is here to rule hearts forever it seems. The ambitious Delhi go-getter who came to Mumbai with no godfather in the industry has achieved a hell lot and has had his tryst with destiny. He is rightly called the youth icon and is indisputably an inspiration to many!
His biography titled 'Still Reading Khan' written by Mustaq Shiekh is all set to unveil tomorrow. The 450 pages 4-kilo book is priced at Rs. 3000 and is basically a pictorial account of his journey from his early days to now.
"There is so much to SRK, Just one book is not enough, I think round about 90-95 books will do justice," Mustaq recently said in an interview. According to him, the book is the story of a survivor, a winner, an ongoing story of success.
For all you hardcore SRK fans, King khans autobiography is in the offing.
Not only that, as per reports in a daily, Anjanna Kuthiala will shortly showcase new sketches of the star on November 22. She did a series of 20 paintings on the star last year. The new sketches aren't for sale unlike the rest of her paintings, she informed the daily.
She thinks Shahrukh is very witty, charming and instinctive. She further added that SRK has been her muse ever since she met him.
Her muse??? We guess he is a source of inspiration for many across the globe!
Source: Glamsham
His biography titled 'Still Reading Khan' written by Mustaq Shiekh is all set to unveil tomorrow. The 450 pages 4-kilo book is priced at Rs. 3000 and is basically a pictorial account of his journey from his early days to now.
"There is so much to SRK, Just one book is not enough, I think round about 90-95 books will do justice," Mustaq recently said in an interview. According to him, the book is the story of a survivor, a winner, an ongoing story of success.
For all you hardcore SRK fans, King khans autobiography is in the offing.
Not only that, as per reports in a daily, Anjanna Kuthiala will shortly showcase new sketches of the star on November 22. She did a series of 20 paintings on the star last year. The new sketches aren't for sale unlike the rest of her paintings, she informed the daily.
She thinks Shahrukh is very witty, charming and instinctive. She further added that SRK has been her muse ever since she met him.
Her muse??? We guess he is a source of inspiration for many across the globe!
Source: Glamsham
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
Dil Chahta Hai remake?
The guru is remaking SHOLAY. The chela has followed suit. Ramgopal Varma’s erstwhile assistant Rohit Jugraj [director of JAMES] is remaking the talked-about Farhan Akhtar film DIL CHAHTA HAI. At least that’s the speculation in the industry.
“Agreed, my next film is about female bonding and the plot revolves around three girls, but it’s not a remake of DIL CHAHTA HAI. Every two-hero film shouldn’t be mistaken as SHOLAY or a two-guy-one-girl love story can’t be a SAAGAR. It can be a HUM DIL DE CHUKE SANAM too,” Rohit enlightens.
So he’s not remaking DIL CHAHTA HAI? “Nahin, bilkul nahin! DIL CHAHTA HAI is a masterpiece, why should I tamper with it? My film looks at the relationship between three girls [Jhanvi, Ginny and Mansi], their bonding, the catfights, the sensitive moments, the ups and downs in a relationship… I am trying to understand women through my film,” he smiles.
Rohit hasn’t signed any actor yet, but the rumor mills are agog with the speculation that he has approached Sushmita Sen, Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra for the roles in question. True? “I am talking to five actors currently, of which three will be finalized in due course. Yes, we did approach Lara for one of the roles, but her dates posed a problem. I wouldn’t like to reveal the names of the other actors right now since nothing is on paper yet,” he clarifies.
Roopesh Gohil, a Mumbai-based entrepreneur, will produce the film, which is expected to roll in February 2007 at an overseas destination.
Source: IndiaFM
“Agreed, my next film is about female bonding and the plot revolves around three girls, but it’s not a remake of DIL CHAHTA HAI. Every two-hero film shouldn’t be mistaken as SHOLAY or a two-guy-one-girl love story can’t be a SAAGAR. It can be a HUM DIL DE CHUKE SANAM too,” Rohit enlightens.
So he’s not remaking DIL CHAHTA HAI? “Nahin, bilkul nahin! DIL CHAHTA HAI is a masterpiece, why should I tamper with it? My film looks at the relationship between three girls [Jhanvi, Ginny and Mansi], their bonding, the catfights, the sensitive moments, the ups and downs in a relationship… I am trying to understand women through my film,” he smiles.
Rohit hasn’t signed any actor yet, but the rumor mills are agog with the speculation that he has approached Sushmita Sen, Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra for the roles in question. True? “I am talking to five actors currently, of which three will be finalized in due course. Yes, we did approach Lara for one of the roles, but her dates posed a problem. I wouldn’t like to reveal the names of the other actors right now since nothing is on paper yet,” he clarifies.
Roopesh Gohil, a Mumbai-based entrepreneur, will produce the film, which is expected to roll in February 2007 at an overseas destination.
Source: IndiaFM
Shahrukh Khan's biography costs Rs3000
‘SRK’ will not just stand for Shah Rukh Khan anymore, but also for Still Reading Khan - A book about Shah Rukh that will be out this week.
The author, Mushtaq Shiekh, claims the book is not a biography neither is it a coffee table version of what King Khan epitomises. So what is this book that weighs four kilos and costs Rs 3,000, all about?
"I lovingly call it a movie in a book, high pitched drama, a story of a man, it has everything from a hardcore Hindi movie,” says Mushtaq.
But Still Reading Khan is not the only book on SRK that is set to hit the bookshelves.
Also in the wings is yet another biography by writer Anupama Chopra, and the one book that everybody's waiting for with bated breath - SRK's autobiography!
So does Mushtaq see competition ahead from his own subject?
"There is so much to SRK, Just one book is not enough, I think round about 90-95 books will do justice," he says.
Mushtaq's book is a pictorial journey of SRK from his days as a struggling actor in Delhi to his rise to fame as the Baadshah of Bollywood.
And going by Shah Rukh's popularity, you'll be still reading Khan for a long time.
Source: Santabanta
The author, Mushtaq Shiekh, claims the book is not a biography neither is it a coffee table version of what King Khan epitomises. So what is this book that weighs four kilos and costs Rs 3,000, all about?
"I lovingly call it a movie in a book, high pitched drama, a story of a man, it has everything from a hardcore Hindi movie,” says Mushtaq.
But Still Reading Khan is not the only book on SRK that is set to hit the bookshelves.
Also in the wings is yet another biography by writer Anupama Chopra, and the one book that everybody's waiting for with bated breath - SRK's autobiography!
So does Mushtaq see competition ahead from his own subject?
"There is so much to SRK, Just one book is not enough, I think round about 90-95 books will do justice," he says.
Mushtaq's book is a pictorial journey of SRK from his days as a struggling actor in Delhi to his rise to fame as the Baadshah of Bollywood.
And going by Shah Rukh's popularity, you'll be still reading Khan for a long time.
Source: Santabanta
Saturday, October 07, 2006
SRK or Salman?
The Big Friday 20th October is approaching fast and furious. And the plans have already started filling in. so, what’s your pick this festive season! SRK’s stylish ‘Don’ or Salman-Akshay’s paint-my-love ‘Jaaneman’… Both the pictures are looking extremely positive and Big Bollywood money is riding on them.
Ritesh Dishwani and Sajid Nadiadwala, the respective producers of ‘Don’ and ‘Jaaneman’ are leaving no stone unturned in ensuring a huge opening for their films.
They are determined to milk the Diwali Holidays from October 20th followed by Eid on 25th. It’s a well known fact that a sizable Muslim population stops watching films in the Ramzan and that’s one of the reasons why no big releases take place during the Ramzan month. With Diwali and Eid coming back to back, both ‘Don’ as well as ‘Jaaneman’ would surely try-n-cash-in on the long holiday period.
Bollywood is upbeat about the two releases and is hoping for an encore at the Box Office. This year has been phenomenal for the Hindi Film Industry and ‘Don’ and ‘Jaaneman’ may well carry that trend and create real history in the world of illusions. The commercial fate of these two movies will also decide who’s the bigger Khan…SRK or Sallu…Or will Akshay steal the thunder?
Source: Indiaglitz
Ritesh Dishwani and Sajid Nadiadwala, the respective producers of ‘Don’ and ‘Jaaneman’ are leaving no stone unturned in ensuring a huge opening for their films.
They are determined to milk the Diwali Holidays from October 20th followed by Eid on 25th. It’s a well known fact that a sizable Muslim population stops watching films in the Ramzan and that’s one of the reasons why no big releases take place during the Ramzan month. With Diwali and Eid coming back to back, both ‘Don’ as well as ‘Jaaneman’ would surely try-n-cash-in on the long holiday period.
Bollywood is upbeat about the two releases and is hoping for an encore at the Box Office. This year has been phenomenal for the Hindi Film Industry and ‘Don’ and ‘Jaaneman’ may well carry that trend and create real history in the world of illusions. The commercial fate of these two movies will also decide who’s the bigger Khan…SRK or Sallu…Or will Akshay steal the thunder?
Source: Indiaglitz
Top Scoop: Shahrukh Khan to coach girls
In what seems like a tongue-in-cheek homage to the spirit of sportsmanship, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has been cast as the coach of a girls' hockey team in a film by "Ab Tak Chhappan" fame director Shimit Amin.
We have seen films about cricket and football, so a film on hockey comes as no surprise. In fact, Vivek Agnihotri is currently scripting a film on football.
Amin is seriously enthused about the film.
"It's a dying art form. While we continue to go into ecstasy over cricket we hardly seem to realise that hockey is a true-blue Indian game and we need to give it the respect it deserves," he told.
The reticent moviemaker admits he doesn't play any sport.
"But I watch a lot of them. I've never played any sport. And I knew nothing about hockey until I researched for my film. I feel a detachment from the subject always provides added insights into the film. If you look at Hollywood they invite directors from the outside to make films about their themes and culture.
"Sam Mendes, who made the very American 'American Beauty' is British. Likewise, when I came to India from the US to make 'Ab Tak Chhappan' for Ram Gopal Varma, I knew as much about the workings of the Indian police force and 'encounter' killings as I did about hockey. The challenge to me is making a film that allows me to go into unexplored territory."
The director has cast girls as hockey players in the team.
"The girls have to be sporty and swift hockey players. It isn't easy. The game is no longer that popular. It requires physically fit players. And it looks like a struggle ahead to get girl players in place before we go into production."
Jaideep Sahni has scripted this very unusual film.
"This is a very exciting time to be a film director in Hindi cinema. Last year we had several films that broke the mould. Once in a while something comes along to push the envelope. After 'Ab Tak Chhappan' I wanted to make a film that was completely Indian in spirit."
Amin is all praise for his producers.
"I'm so glad I came to Yash Raj Films for my second film. After Ram Gopal Varma, I needed a producer who would provide me with complete creative freedom. I'm not the least surprised if I withdraw into my own work-shell and not react to such stories. I'd rather be seen than heard."
The director says he loves the portrayal of families in films.
"I love the idea of families staying together, interacting through crisis and drama. In fact, the film is also about family ties."
Source: Santabanta
We have seen films about cricket and football, so a film on hockey comes as no surprise. In fact, Vivek Agnihotri is currently scripting a film on football.
Amin is seriously enthused about the film.
"It's a dying art form. While we continue to go into ecstasy over cricket we hardly seem to realise that hockey is a true-blue Indian game and we need to give it the respect it deserves," he told.
The reticent moviemaker admits he doesn't play any sport.
"But I watch a lot of them. I've never played any sport. And I knew nothing about hockey until I researched for my film. I feel a detachment from the subject always provides added insights into the film. If you look at Hollywood they invite directors from the outside to make films about their themes and culture.
"Sam Mendes, who made the very American 'American Beauty' is British. Likewise, when I came to India from the US to make 'Ab Tak Chhappan' for Ram Gopal Varma, I knew as much about the workings of the Indian police force and 'encounter' killings as I did about hockey. The challenge to me is making a film that allows me to go into unexplored territory."
The director has cast girls as hockey players in the team.
"The girls have to be sporty and swift hockey players. It isn't easy. The game is no longer that popular. It requires physically fit players. And it looks like a struggle ahead to get girl players in place before we go into production."
Jaideep Sahni has scripted this very unusual film.
"This is a very exciting time to be a film director in Hindi cinema. Last year we had several films that broke the mould. Once in a while something comes along to push the envelope. After 'Ab Tak Chhappan' I wanted to make a film that was completely Indian in spirit."
Amin is all praise for his producers.
"I'm so glad I came to Yash Raj Films for my second film. After Ram Gopal Varma, I needed a producer who would provide me with complete creative freedom. I'm not the least surprised if I withdraw into my own work-shell and not react to such stories. I'd rather be seen than heard."
The director says he loves the portrayal of families in films.
"I love the idea of families staying together, interacting through crisis and drama. In fact, the film is also about family ties."
Source: Santabanta
Read Shah Rukh Khan`s personal and professional achievements
'SRK-Still Reading Khan', a book chronicling Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan 's personal and professional achievements will be released on October 11.
The book is written by SRK's close friend and television scriptwriter Mushtaq Sheikh.
Mushtaq has over the years built close friendships with the film community and says that he has come to regard several colleagues as an extended family. "One such valued member is Shah Rukh. The close proximity with Shah Rukh's world and the firm ties of friendship and as a fellow traveller for a good part of our lives, led to destiny choosing me to be one who would chronicle the story of his journey," the writer said.
"There's always been a patriarch for every field. He leads, people follow. He takes new paths - praised if he's successful, derided if he fails. But then somebody has to do the job. Somebody has to invent for the others to reinvent. Somebody has to stand up for our fifty six year old philosophy - for the people, by the people, to the people. Shah Rukh Khan did just that. He invades areas where no actor has ever been," he added.
“Shah Rukh Khan had stepped into the film world as an outsider, a young man bereaved from the loss of his parents, seeking solace, work and passion in an alien world. Today, this outsider is the most familiar member in every fan's household. This book is therefore also the tale of a journey that led from a suburban housing colony in New Delhi into the homes, hearts and minds of innumerable fans all over the world, a journey that transcended boundaries of nations, and the artificial barriers of culture,” Mushtaq added.
According to him, the book is the story of a survivor, a winner, a never-ending story of success.
For TV, Mushtaq has also penned 'The Making of Asoka ', a film produced by SRK.
In the book, Mushtaq says that a clear brand philosophy and a brilliant understanding of mass psyche has been the strength of the SRK product.
"He is probably the best brand ever churned out by an Indian industry.
Outrageous and outspoken in his interviews, he played to the masses right. Then there is the proverbial pinch of salt with which SRK takes himself. While his work reflects his passion, there has always been that wry black humour that grounds his reality. He has consistently stripped the idealistic glamour from his profession by branding himself a performer," the writer says about his book.
One section of this story deals with the portrait of the artist as an individual, while the other would be an analytical commentary of his body of work and closer look at the SRK phenomenon through his films.
The book explains the strongest points of attraction that a SRK film holds for the audience. It talks about the emotions and economics of being the SRK Brand. The book would reveal a candid star talking unreservedly on his art and acting.
Source: Apunkachoice
The book is written by SRK's close friend and television scriptwriter Mushtaq Sheikh.
Mushtaq has over the years built close friendships with the film community and says that he has come to regard several colleagues as an extended family. "One such valued member is Shah Rukh. The close proximity with Shah Rukh's world and the firm ties of friendship and as a fellow traveller for a good part of our lives, led to destiny choosing me to be one who would chronicle the story of his journey," the writer said.
"There's always been a patriarch for every field. He leads, people follow. He takes new paths - praised if he's successful, derided if he fails. But then somebody has to do the job. Somebody has to invent for the others to reinvent. Somebody has to stand up for our fifty six year old philosophy - for the people, by the people, to the people. Shah Rukh Khan did just that. He invades areas where no actor has ever been," he added.
“Shah Rukh Khan had stepped into the film world as an outsider, a young man bereaved from the loss of his parents, seeking solace, work and passion in an alien world. Today, this outsider is the most familiar member in every fan's household. This book is therefore also the tale of a journey that led from a suburban housing colony in New Delhi into the homes, hearts and minds of innumerable fans all over the world, a journey that transcended boundaries of nations, and the artificial barriers of culture,” Mushtaq added.
According to him, the book is the story of a survivor, a winner, a never-ending story of success.
For TV, Mushtaq has also penned 'The Making of Asoka ', a film produced by SRK.
In the book, Mushtaq says that a clear brand philosophy and a brilliant understanding of mass psyche has been the strength of the SRK product.
"He is probably the best brand ever churned out by an Indian industry.
Outrageous and outspoken in his interviews, he played to the masses right. Then there is the proverbial pinch of salt with which SRK takes himself. While his work reflects his passion, there has always been that wry black humour that grounds his reality. He has consistently stripped the idealistic glamour from his profession by branding himself a performer," the writer says about his book.
One section of this story deals with the portrait of the artist as an individual, while the other would be an analytical commentary of his body of work and closer look at the SRK phenomenon through his films.
The book explains the strongest points of attraction that a SRK film holds for the audience. It talks about the emotions and economics of being the SRK Brand. The book would reveal a candid star talking unreservedly on his art and acting.
Source: Apunkachoice
Friday, October 06, 2006
Shah Rukh to play hockey coach in Chak De India
In what seems like a tongue-in-cheek homage to the spirit of sportsmanship, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has been cast as the coach of a girls' hockey team in a film by "Ab Tak Chhappan" fame director Shimit Amin.
We have seen films about cricket and football, so a film on hockey comes as no surprise. In fact, Vivek Agnihotri is currently scripting a film on football.
Amin is seriously enthused about the film.
"It's a dying art form. While we continue to go into ecstasy over cricket we hardly seem to realise that hockey is a true-blue Indian game and we need to give it the respect it deserves," he told IANS.
The reticent moviemaker admits he doesn't play any sport.
"But I watch a lot of them. I've never played any sport. And I knew nothing about hockey until I researched for my film. I feel a detachment from the subject always provides added insights into the film. If you look at Hollywood they invite directors from the outside to make films about their themes and culture.
"Sam Mendes, who made the very American 'American Beauty' is British. Likewise, when I came to India from the US to make 'Ab Tak Chhappan' for Ram Gopal Varma, I knew as much about the workings of the Indian police force and 'encounter' killings as I did about hockey. The challenge to me is making a film that allows me to go into unexplored territory."
The director has cast girls as hockey players in the team.
"The girls have to be sporty and swift hockey players. It isn't easy. The game is no longer that popular. It requires physically fit players. And it looks like a struggle ahead to get girl players in place before we go into production."
Jaideep Sahni has scripted this very unusual film.
"This is a very exciting time to be a film director in Hindi cinema. Last year we had several films that broke the mould. Once in a while something comes along to push the envelope. After 'Ab Tak Chhappan' I wanted to make a film that was completely Indian in spirit."
Amin is all praise for his producers.
"I'm so glad I came to Yash Raj Films for my second film. After Ram Gopal Varma, I needed a producer who would provide me with complete creative freedom. I'm not the least surprised if I withdraw into my own work-shell and not react to such stories. I'd rather be seen than heard."
The director says he loves the portrayal of families in films.
"I love the idea of families staying together, interacting through crisis and drama. In fact, the film is also about family ties."
Source: IANS
We have seen films about cricket and football, so a film on hockey comes as no surprise. In fact, Vivek Agnihotri is currently scripting a film on football.
Amin is seriously enthused about the film.
"It's a dying art form. While we continue to go into ecstasy over cricket we hardly seem to realise that hockey is a true-blue Indian game and we need to give it the respect it deserves," he told IANS.
The reticent moviemaker admits he doesn't play any sport.
"But I watch a lot of them. I've never played any sport. And I knew nothing about hockey until I researched for my film. I feel a detachment from the subject always provides added insights into the film. If you look at Hollywood they invite directors from the outside to make films about their themes and culture.
"Sam Mendes, who made the very American 'American Beauty' is British. Likewise, when I came to India from the US to make 'Ab Tak Chhappan' for Ram Gopal Varma, I knew as much about the workings of the Indian police force and 'encounter' killings as I did about hockey. The challenge to me is making a film that allows me to go into unexplored territory."
The director has cast girls as hockey players in the team.
"The girls have to be sporty and swift hockey players. It isn't easy. The game is no longer that popular. It requires physically fit players. And it looks like a struggle ahead to get girl players in place before we go into production."
Jaideep Sahni has scripted this very unusual film.
"This is a very exciting time to be a film director in Hindi cinema. Last year we had several films that broke the mould. Once in a while something comes along to push the envelope. After 'Ab Tak Chhappan' I wanted to make a film that was completely Indian in spirit."
Amin is all praise for his producers.
"I'm so glad I came to Yash Raj Films for my second film. After Ram Gopal Varma, I needed a producer who would provide me with complete creative freedom. I'm not the least surprised if I withdraw into my own work-shell and not react to such stories. I'd rather be seen than heard."
The director says he loves the portrayal of families in films.
"I love the idea of families staying together, interacting through crisis and drama. In fact, the film is also about family ties."
Source: IANS
Shimit Amin on Shah Rukh Khan
We've seen films about cricket. And football….In fact Vivek Agnihotri is currently scripting a football film.
But hockey?! Shimit 'Ab Tak Chappan'Amin is directing a film centered around the game of hockey. In what looks like a seriously tongue-in-cheek homage to the spirit of sportsmanship, Shah Rukh Khan has been cast as the coach of an all-girls' hockey team.
Director Shimit Amin is seriously enthused about hockey. "It's a dying art form….While we continue to go into ecstasy over cricket we hardly seem to realize that hockey is a true-blue Indian game and we need to give it the respect it deserves."
The reticent movie maker admits he doesn't play any sport. "But I watch a lot of them. I've never played any sport. And I knew nothing about hockey until I researched for my film. I feel a detachment from the subject always provides added insights into the film . If you look at Hollywood they invite directors from the outside to make films about their themes and culture. Sam Mendes who made the very American
American Beauty is a Britisher. Likewise when I came to India from the US to make Ab Tak Chappan for Ram Gopal Varma, I knew as much about the workings of the Indian police force and encounter killings as I did about hockey. The challenge to me in making a film that allows me to go into unexplored territory."
The director has cast girls as hockey players in the team. "Yes we're working suitable girls who have to be sporty and swift hockey players. It isn't easy. The game is no longer that popular. It requires physically fit players. And it looks like a struggle ahead to get girl players in place before we go into production."
Jaideep Sahni has scripted this very unsual film. Says Shimit, "This is a very exciting time to be a film director in Hindi cinema. Last year we had several films that broke the mould. Once in a while something comes along to push the envelope. After Ab Tak Chappan I wanted to make a film that was completely Indian in spirit."
Shimit is all praise for his producers. "I'm so glad I came to Yashraj Films for my second film. After Ram Gopal Varma I again needed a producer who would provide me with complete creative freedom. I'm not the least surprised if I withdraw into my own work-shell and not react to such stories. I’d rather be seen than heard."
The director says he loves family ties as portrayed in films. "I love the idea of families staying together , interacting through crisis and drama. In fact the hockey film is also about family ties."
Source: IndiaFM
But hockey?! Shimit 'Ab Tak Chappan'Amin is directing a film centered around the game of hockey. In what looks like a seriously tongue-in-cheek homage to the spirit of sportsmanship, Shah Rukh Khan has been cast as the coach of an all-girls' hockey team.
Director Shimit Amin is seriously enthused about hockey. "It's a dying art form….While we continue to go into ecstasy over cricket we hardly seem to realize that hockey is a true-blue Indian game and we need to give it the respect it deserves."
The reticent movie maker admits he doesn't play any sport. "But I watch a lot of them. I've never played any sport. And I knew nothing about hockey until I researched for my film. I feel a detachment from the subject always provides added insights into the film . If you look at Hollywood they invite directors from the outside to make films about their themes and culture. Sam Mendes who made the very American
American Beauty is a Britisher. Likewise when I came to India from the US to make Ab Tak Chappan for Ram Gopal Varma, I knew as much about the workings of the Indian police force and encounter killings as I did about hockey. The challenge to me in making a film that allows me to go into unexplored territory."
The director has cast girls as hockey players in the team. "Yes we're working suitable girls who have to be sporty and swift hockey players. It isn't easy. The game is no longer that popular. It requires physically fit players. And it looks like a struggle ahead to get girl players in place before we go into production."
Jaideep Sahni has scripted this very unsual film. Says Shimit, "This is a very exciting time to be a film director in Hindi cinema. Last year we had several films that broke the mould. Once in a while something comes along to push the envelope. After Ab Tak Chappan I wanted to make a film that was completely Indian in spirit."
Shimit is all praise for his producers. "I'm so glad I came to Yashraj Films for my second film. After Ram Gopal Varma I again needed a producer who would provide me with complete creative freedom. I'm not the least surprised if I withdraw into my own work-shell and not react to such stories. I’d rather be seen than heard."
The director says he loves family ties as portrayed in films. "I love the idea of families staying together , interacting through crisis and drama. In fact the hockey film is also about family ties."
Source: IndiaFM
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
Shah Rukh Khan with Anubhav Sinha?
Shah Rukh Khan is now busy till September 2008. After he is through with Yash Raj Films’ Shimit Amin directed 'Chak De India', he will shoot for Farah Khan's 'Om Shanti Om' and then he is committed to an Anubhav Sinha project.
According to King Khan himself, "Anubhav and I are interacting on the script regularly."
His acceptance of Shimit Amin's movie and Anubhav Sinha's new venture is a clear indication that that SRK is willing to work with directors outside his friends' circle.
Source: IndiaFM
According to King Khan himself, "Anubhav and I are interacting on the script regularly."
His acceptance of Shimit Amin's movie and Anubhav Sinha's new venture is a clear indication that that SRK is willing to work with directors outside his friends' circle.
Source: IndiaFM
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