No connections with Dawood - Pleads Sanjay Dutt

Sanjay Dutt, who was arrested in 1993 for illegal possession of arms and had also imprisoned for the same was putting up an appeal at the Supreme Court Of India against the lower court verdict to have six year imprisonment for illegal possession of arms and his alleged terrorist links. The actor was accused of having relationship and friendship with the Don Dawood Ibrahim. 

Sanjay Dutt in a confession statement produced to the court by his counsel Harish Salve, mentioned that he had met Dawood once for a dinner party but otherwise, he has no relationships with the Dawood and the details produced were incorrect. 

Salve argued before a bench of Justices P Sathasivam and B S Chauhan that the trial in a TADA court robbed Sanjay of the common law benefits for an accused as the anti-terror law took confessional statements as eviden-ce without seeking corrob-orative material to prove the offence.

"This was a pure and simple act of panic which should have been tried under Arms Act," Salve said, clarifying that Sanjay had never claimed that he was never ever friendly with underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, the alleged mastermind of the serial blasts.

"Sanjay had said he had attended a dinner at Dawood's place but had never claimed friendship with him. Sanjay's friends in the film industry used to boast of their friendship with (gangster) Tiger Memon." added Salve. The counsel also mentioned how Bollywood was linked with underworld during the dark era and Sanjay was just a victim of panic during the hours!

"Applying provisions of TADA to evaluate the confessional statements by co-accused robbed him of the opportunity to point out the inherent contradictions in them. Had common law principle of weighing evidence been applied to Sanjay's case, he would have been absolved of all charges," Salve said.

"That is because no trace of the AK-56 rifle was fou-nd on him. What was found on him was a pistol procured in September 1992 which at best could have been a minor offence under the Arms Act," he said.

Sanjay was convicted on July 31, 2007, for possessing a prohibited weapon in a case related to 1993 Mumbai blasts and was sentenced to six years' imprisonment. He has already undergone imprisonment for 16 months and was granted bail by the apex court on August 20, 2007.

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- Unknown Updated at: Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Shahrukh Praises Salman - Katrina Pair

Earlier it was Salman Khan wishing the King Khan all the best for his movies, showing a simple sign of burying all the hatred between them. Now it seems that Shahrukh is ready to accept the friendship gestures and comment back on the pairing of Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif. Recently at Tag Heur event he mentioned that it is great to see Katrina Kaif along with Salman Khan and they make a beautiful pair.

Salman Khan was however the first to extend his hands in friendship although it is not an open gesture but it does show that time has healed the hard hatred that the two had for each other. (Salman's news here)

"It is very nice they have done few movies together. I think chemistry is a too deeper word... media has created it. Kajol and I always had this issue, 'what is this chemistry?' It has taken me years to understand what this means." says Shahrukh when asked about the pairing and chemistry between Sallu and Kats.

However, Shah Rukh added that Salman-Katrina look wonderful together and even wished them luck for their film. "I don't know about the chemistry but it looks like a wonderful pair. I wish them all the luck," adds in SRK.

Salman Khan on the other hand said to DNA(www.dnaindia.com) that he is much more composed and calm than earlier and is avoiding to fight at anything that comes in his way. The actor says that he has the lifeline of love based on his fans, family and friends, so that is more important to him. He also clarified that he would not reject any hands of friendship that gets extended to him when asked about his long going fight with SRK. 

Salman Khan who has given in back to back hits with each reaching the Rs. 100 Crore mark, is quite happy to find the rhythm that was missing earlier in his career. Speaking to DNA he says "After the success of Wanted and Dabangg, I realised what my audience really wanted of me and I decided to try and deliver them just that. But the idea is to try and better it each time convincingly. I have also become choosy, so no doing favours anymore or doing films just because I have time."

He says that it has been tough for him to continue back into action sequences post the surgery, but he has overcome the hard part and is ready to deliver more. Also speaking to the question on his real age and the limitations that it brings about he says "I know I’m no teenager, so yes it takes a lot of hard work to be here. But no matter what my real age, people will always see me for my screen age and for them I will always be that many years old. So, as for younger actors, well, I will keep kicking their butt (smiles)!" says the 40-year old.

He also confessed that the 'Eligible Bachelor' tag is not something which he had wanted for but it happened and he says that it wont remain the same and he is looking forward for the right time!

Meanwhile, the controversies with Ek Tha Tiger seems to be settling as the producers are moving further with the legal obligations to get the movie released in Pakistan. In a recent interview Kabir Khan said "“Salman is very popular in Pakistan and above all it will be an Eid release. There are a few multiplexes in Pakistan that will open up with ETT. So it’s not just important for me, Salman and Yash Raj Films, but also for Pakistan that the film releases in their country.” And added, “There are no offensive scenes or dialogues in the film. We are confident that we will get a clearance from the Pakistan government.”

We hope to see the magic and we hope Pak does take it more sportingly than to make an issue of a single movie!

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- Unknown Updated at: Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Suhana ties friendship band to daddy Shahrukh Khan

The Bollywood superstar who is known to be a doting dad in real life got a friendship band from his loving daughter Suhana.  The King Khan expressed his happiness on twitter by saying, “Got a bright orange friendship band from daughter and a black one from a lovely Russian family outside my house. Feeling friendly now,"

More than three-fourth of Shahrukh Khan's fans love him because family means more than anything for him. The Baadshah of Bollywood is known to pamper his kids. According to the sources he had once gifted beti Suhana, Lady Gaga’s shades!

It is said that the father of the two, is planning to send his elder son Aryan to London for further studies. SRK knows the perks of stardom but he is very much aware of its disadvantages as well! His kids are constantly under media glare. It is often elaborately reported, about things his kids did, whether be at school or at any public event. Therefore Shahrukh wants them to be away of it to enjoy their freedom at this stage of their life and concentrate on their studies.

Shahrukh's 15 year old son is presently studying at Dhirubhai International School, Mumbai. Since he is nearing his college years, he is said to have been enrolled at the Sevonoaks School which is a 30 minutes drive from central London, near to Heathrow and Channel Tunnel.

According to the reports Suhana will continue to study in Mumbai but soon will be sent to the same school in London to pursue her further education.

Daddy dearest sure knows how to take care and protect his kids! After all he is their best friend!

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- Unknown Updated at: Monday, August 06, 2012

Salman Wishes SRK all the best!

Are we starting to see a glitter or a ray of hope, the two strongest Khan's of Bollywood has been famous for the rivalry, there were times when each ignored the questions by reporters on each other and also avoided talks about each other. There were minor events where they decided to pull each others leg, but is it all coming to a stand still ? Is there a hope of friendship?

Earlier it was Salman Khan who started out by reciting the dialogue of SRK's movie 'My Name Is Khan' on the public stage. Now again, Salman has opened up the friendship sign and has wished success to SRK and his movies! 

Speaking to reporters, he said he is not looking to make records with “Ek Tha Tiger”. He just wishes that the film does well. More than that he rubbished any rivalry between him and SRK, and wished Shahrukh has success in all his movies. Salman did not single out Shahrukh. Being professional he wished that everyone, Amir Khan, Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar. All their movies should do well at the box office. It’s not only the actors but, hundreds of people associated with a movie, whose success mean a lot to each one of them.

The fight between Salman and Shahrukh started at the birthday party of Katrina Kaif when they had an argument over whose television show was the best - SRK was running "Kya Aap Panchvi Paas se Tez ho" and Salman was running the show "Dus Ka Dum".

Salman who is now busy promoting his movie 'Ek Tha Tiger' is excited about the movie and says that it is not the competition that he is worried about but the very success that the movie should receive. 

Ek Tha Tiger speaks about the intelligence agencies of India and Pakistan and this time around a different angle, the expectations of the movie is thus higher and the anticipation of the fans is taking its toll, the movie has two more week to go before we see it on screen. 

There were many hurdles to the movie from the start - right from the issue at Pakistan (news here) - the legal notices by Ravindra Kaushik's family, who was an ex-RAW agent (news here) - and much more fights involved between Salman, Kats and the director (news here).

Despite all these, the movie still stands tall and is one of the biggest releases following Jism 2 which releases this week. 

We are sure that the August Box office is studded with best of stars.

Watch latest videos of Ek Tha Tiger and Jism 2 here

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- Unknown Updated at: Wednesday, August 01, 2012

Deepika on Ranbir : We Share Great Friendship

When flames break, they tend to avoid each other, that is the trend, the recent example is of John and Bipasha who have avoided every situation of being together. But this is not the case with Ranbir and Deepika. The ex-flames had took their time off between each other after the breakup but at the moment they do not have any issues working together. The interesting chemistry between the actors were seen in 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Diwaani' sets. 

The actors were working good with each other and what one thought would be tough to shoot was done fabulously by the actors. And the whole crew was praising their commitment and friendship. 

Ask Deepika if she feels bit awkward working with an ex-flame? she says, "No, because I feel if there was any sort of awkwardness we wouldn't have signed or agreed to do the film in first place. The reason why we agreed to do the film together because we knew there would be certain comfort. And I think in that sense we've both handled it very well. We've handled how to keep our personal lives aside and have focused on our professional commitments."

"I think Ranbir is as obsessed about Cinema, movies and work as much as I am. And for us nothing matters more than the work," she adds.

Deepika is quite happy getting back to being friends with Ranbir and she highly respects the camaraderie between them.


Says Deepika, "But on personal note I would like to say we share great friendship. I am glad that we have maintained that. Today I respect that more than anything else."

The romantic flick 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Dewaani' will be releasing by January 2013 and is said to be a fultoo romance entertainer. Deepika also has her movie Cocktail waiting for release this week.

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- Unknown Updated at: Wednesday, July 11, 2012

It's a rare friendship - Bipasha on Josh

Bipasha's first hollywood flick is already making into news, as her relationship and friendship with the British co-star has started hitting news. The movie 'Singularity' which was started in 2010 and had a long vacation of 1 year before the crew united back is expected to be very much a romantic flick. The shoot has been completed and Bipasha will be leaving London this week. But it seems that the memories of his Hollywood co-star Josh Hartnett will still stay.

Bipasha says about her friendship "We live in different continents, and that's a big hurdle when it comes to maintaining friendships. We are extremely fond of each other though, so we instantly reconnected when we met again in London. Very rarely do you meet people who you can trust instantly. Josh is that person to me. It's a rare friendship and I know it's forever. We hung out as much as we could in London, and it was fun. Both of us love to eat, so we'd go out often and party hard!" she laughs.

She carefully evades the question of a new relationship between the two. It was earlier reported that the duo was bonding very much with the days they were together and the bonds did not limit to on-screen but offscreen too. A source tells us, "Bipasha and Josh found that their chemistry — both on and off the screen — had remained the same. Meeting again after a year (the film began shooting in late 2010) hadn't dulled it. So when they met again in London, they spent a lot of time going out for dinner and coffee at their favourite haunts, once shooting would be over. It was as if they were catching up on lost time. But Bipasha knows that long distance relationships rarely work out, and she's not prepared to go to the States to be with Josh and give this romance a shot; it's a no-win situation."

Bipasha clarifies on this and says "We started out as accommodating co-stars, but with time Josh and I have become close. We discovered a strong connection the first time around and would hang out often. I had just come out of a long-term relationship, so it was too soon for me to think about dating again. So Josh was a wonderful friend. We have great chemistry in the film. In fact, we sizzle on-screen!"

Bipasha also let out the movie plot when she concluded her session with the media "Working with Josh was memorable not only because is he a fine actor but now also a dear friend. The film is looking good and I'm happy that my first English film is with a talented director like Roland Joffe. I play an extremely strong role of a warrior called Tulaja Naik, who is a bodyguard for the Maratha queen. The only time Tulaja falters is when she falls in love with Josh's character, a British army officer. I've never done a period film before, so it was very challenging for me, but both Rolan and Josh really helped me perfect my character and I will never forget that."

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- Unknown Updated at: Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Rowdy Feels SRK is more Rowdy!

Finally the tiff between actors Akshay Kumar and Shah Rukh Khan settles down and they have opened up to speak about each other. Its once again a good sight after the long separation between the actors. Thanks again to the IPL for making this happen as it was in one of the matches that the situation got settled. Now Akshay is all words for Shahrukh, he feels that SRK does a better action movie than himself. He also appreciates the pain that actors like SRK or Saif takes in to put together an action movie and he has nothing but all respect for the actors.

A source explains, "Akshay was at the pavilion watching the match when Shah Rukh came to him they had a bit of chat exchanged hugs and they did a good conversation for 10 minutes and separated. SRK did not forget to invite Akshay to join him at his house the next day". Akshay was also seen at Mannat, the grandeur house of SRK the following day. The tiff happened when Akshay Kumar joined the crew of 'Teez Maar Khan', which was originally offered to SRK but following a difference in opinion on the role, he skipped it. SRK had found it bad that Akshay did not mention to him about the joining of crew, this is the strongest rumor about the tiff. Teez Maar Khan was again the cause for the fight between SRK and Farah Khan, the long time friend and director of the movie.

The issues with Farah had got settled long time earlier but Akshay was still not to be found in the company. But things have now changed up. When media caught up with Akshay on the promotions of Rowdy Rathore, he was commenting on SRK too, "When a gut-wrenching action film that you have spilt blood for doesn't get appreciated, it's a grave let down for any actor. That's why I have nothing but great respect for actors like Saif and Shah Rukh. Their action scenes have been more than supreme," says the Rowdy Rathore actor, seemingly referring to films like Don 2 (2011), RA.ONE (2011) and Agent Vinod (2012).

He also appreciated the crew at Rowdy Rathore, "I salute every single character in Rowdy Rathore. Right from the action stunts to the songs, none of it has been an easy ride for us. We have had some rough situations, but every drop of sweat has been worth it, and now we just pray it gets the appreciation it deserves," he says. "Prabhudheva is a masala genius and I would really do anything to have the pleasure of working with him again."

Akshay is currently juggling his dates and ask him how he does this he says "First of all, I take my mother's blessings every morning. And secondly, you can't imagine how annoyed I get when I don't have any work to do." with the trade mark Akki smile!

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- Unknown Updated at: Wednesday, May 23, 2012

SRK in Farah's next

After the tiff between SRK and Shirish Kunder, Shahrukh Khan and Farah Khan will soon come together. 

Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan have decided to work again together after five long years. They will be seen in the movie "Happy New Year" which will be directed by Farah Khan. Their last release together was Om Shanti Om in the 2007 which was a super duper hit.

The best buddies parted ways personally and professionally a few years back when King Khan kept Shirish's film hanging for five years, before deciding that he wouldn't be doing it. Farah took it personally. And the differences increased when she cast Akshay Kumar in "Tees Maar Khan" and announced it without informing Shah Rukh. Things got worse when Shirish posted sarcastic comments about the film RA.One on his social networking page after the release of the movie. After the fight SRK had with Farah's husband Shirish Kunder at Sanjay Dutt's party in February, the two patched up. They even met a few times at home after that. It was during one of Farah's visits to Mannat that they talked about working together again. Before SRK left for a 40-day schedule to London for his next film, Farah narrated the script and he instantly said yes.

Farah even went to London for two days recently to seal the dates and complete other formalities. The film is being touted as the baap of "Main Hoon Naa" and will be a wholesome entertainer.

They are expected to announce the film once Shah Rukh returns from London.

Author : Suja , a management trainee, programmer, movie enthusiast and a fashion critic who loves to enjoy each moment of her life and is crazy  about music! (suja@indiaviolet.com)   

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- Unknown Updated at: Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Salman Bonds with Ranbir!

That is a new news to all fans who think that Salman Khan is just another macho who doesn't find any fun rather than fighting his rivals out, we are not forgetting the charity part of Salman Khan who is still the King there. But the new act by Salman Khan has surprised everyone in the industry and fans alike. The event happened at the Mehboob studios where each actor was shooting their individual movies.

As per a source, during break both actors met each other and instead of showing cold shoulders to each other, they greeted and had a small friendly chat to start with. Further, Salman Khan took the opportunity to go ahead and invite the young actor for lunch at studios. The spectators mention that everything was happening so smooth and the two actors seem to have jelled to each other.

The controversy had arose when there was a strong rumor about increasing closeness between Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif. The duo had been doing 'Ajab Prem Ki Gajab Kahaani' and 'Rajneeti' during the days and this had triggered a cold war between the actors. Although nothing went out of proportion but it is said that Ranbir had exchanged few words with Salman. Also for the same reason, Ranbir's cameo in Salman Khan's movie 'Chillar Party' was axed!

But as we say, all is well that ends well. Here may be the new chapter into friendship for the two actors and as always Salman Khan leads the path!

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- Unknown Updated at: Wednesday, March 07, 2012

We are not foes - Kareena

Following the high energy rumor about Katrina Kaif and Kareena's cold war, Kareena finally thought to end the rumors. She was speaking to the media at Lakme Fashion week where she did the ramp walk for Manish Malhotra's design, she was surprised to get thrown with such a question:

"I am wondering why am I even asked about this?"

The actress immediately responded when the media did throw her with this query. She said she has been friends with Katrina and she doesn't even think bad about her. She said 

"Ofcourse She is my friend and the reports should be rubbished"

Kats was present at the Lakme Fashion week and did witness the act of Kareena in the front seat, Kareena was a show stopper and was much appreciated for the new dress. The two actresses did look comfortable with each other and also did a combined ramp walk with the designer Manish Malhotra.

The recent rumors of Kareena and Katrina being in a cold war was spread as Kats was invited by Salman Khan to do the item number in his upcoming movie 'BodyGuard'. 

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