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Monday, February 24, 2014

Shaadi Ke Side Effects (2014) Bollywood Movie Official : Teasers, Trailers, Video Songs


Shaadi Ke Side Effects is an upcoming comic drama about a couple and their problems which follow. Shaadi Ke Side Effects stars Vidya Balan opposite Farhan Akhtar and the trailer video had gone viral with the witty jokes and situations in the movie.

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Vidya Balan and Farhan Akhtar in Shaadi Ke Side Effects Releases on 28, Feb 2014
Updated at: Monday, February 24, 2014

Friday, January 3, 2014

Gorgeous And Trim Vidya Balan For 2014 Filmfare Cover

The ever stunning and gorgeous Vidya Balan has lost a lot of weight and her latest avatar for the Filmfare photoshoot shows the slim and sleek Vidya as in her early ages. The photoshoot is for the new year edition of Filmfare.

Vidya has a great year to look forward, with the already viral Shaadi Ke Side Effects starring her opposite Farhan Akhtar and later we will see her detective skills in Bobby Jasoos. Both movies show different shades of Vidya and she is keen on exploring more facets of acting than the commercial typecast formula.

Ever since her wedding with Aditya Roy Kapoor, she has been missing movies and Ghanchakkar, her 2013 flick failed to do well inspite the initial boom following the Kahaani success. We hope that 2014 turns lucky for her and we can't wait to see Shaadi ke side effects!

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Updated at: Friday, January 03, 2014

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Shaadi Ke Side Effects (2014) Official Trailer [HD]

"Shaadi Ke Side Effects" Theatrical Trailer | Farhan Akhtar, Vidya Balan

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Author: T-Series Published: 29 October 2013 
Updated at: Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Beautiful Vidya Balan For Hi! Blitz Magazine October 2013

The ever charming actress Vidya Balan is back with a hot photoshoot with more elegant sarees. The photoshoot is for Hi Blitz magazine and Vidya Balan looks really stunning with her new attire. She has been playing safe after her work with 'Ghanchakkar' and also the newly married actress is carefully choosing her next project. Till she comes back on silver screen cherish her aesthetic beauty in this photoshoot

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Updated at: Thursday, October 17, 2013

Thursday, October 10, 2013

Ghanchakkar (2013) Deleted Scenes [HD]

Ghanchakkar (English: Crazy) is a Bollywood suspense comedy caper film directed by Rajkumar Gupta and produced by Ronnie Screwvala and Siddharth Roy Kapur from UTV Motion Pictures. The film features Emraan Hashmi opposite Vidya Balan in the lead. The theatrical trailer unveiled on 28 March 2013, attached with Himmatwala.

The film released on 28 June 2013, receiving mixed reviews from critics, with a "24% liked it" rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Despite managing an average opening at the box office, the film turned out to be a box office average.But producers earned profit from the film.The performances of Emraan Hashmi and Vidya Balan were very well received.
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Updated at: Thursday, October 10, 2013

Friday, December 14, 2012

Vidya Balan (actress) Bio



   

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Vidya Balan was born to P. R. Balan, currently the Vice President of ETC India, and Saraswathy Balan, a homemaker, at Ottapalam in Palakkad District. She has a sister Priya Balan who works in Advertising media.

Initially she had tried her role in Malayalam movie Chakram, but it was in the sitcom - Hum Paanch and a series of advertisements that did give a boost to her career. And she finally grabbed the role in Parineeta(2005).

She has in time and time broke the traditional concepts of heroine and with her latest release 'Kahaani' she arose as a competent to the otherwise Khan dominated industry. She has had her tough times but since her recent series of successes, she is regarded on a different platform than other actresses.

The actress has also received criticism on her dressing style and growing weight, to which she happily waves off. Her marriage was held in a private function held at Chembur, and she has married her long time love, UTV CEO Siddharth Roy Kapoor.

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Updated at: Friday, December 14, 2012

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Heroines are the new 'Heroes' of Bollywood





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Gone are the days when heroines were just seen as damsels in distress or running around the trees. This is 21st Century and today's women are equal to their male counterparts in almost all the fields.

The recent trend has seen Bollywood experimenting by casting its heroines as main leads in movies.  Be it Vidya's Ooh la la performance in Dirty Picture or Kareena's Oomph in Heroine, no one is complaining since the box office is cashing on these actresses!

The film industry is majorly trying to change the age old perception that "Picture sirf heroes ke kaaran chalti hain!" Dirty Picture had some strong casts like Naseeruddin Shah, Emraan Hashmi and Tushar Kapoor but talented Vidya stole all the limelight! A year back we saw Rani and Vidya taking the responsibilty to handle a non hero film on their own in Noone Killed Jessica. Vidya's ever solo performance as fierce pregnant woman in search of her husband in Kahaani won her many accolades.

Madhur Bhandarkar went ahead to to make a film based on the life of a Heroine with Kareena Kapoor as the leading actress doing a commendable job. This week Rani Mukerjee's Aaiyya got released, the story of which also revolves around a middle class girl's dreams and fantasies.

Last but not the least the comeback of Bollywood's legendary diva Sridevi. She was once a reigning queen in the Industry and in English Vinglish she proved it why she was considered the best! A married lady who struggles to get self respect from her own family since she can't converse in English but who never gives up and takes an English speaking tuition from her own earned money.
The actress gave full justice to her role that after seeing the movie we never felt that this 49 year old lady had taken a long break of almost 15 years! She opened the door to many other older heroines and proved that even they can run a film on their own!

Its not just the actresses but females are also getting into film making. Kiran Rao's Dhobi ghat, Zoya Akhtar's Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and now the recent one Gauri Shinde's English Vinglish. Kudos to today's female power !!!
Updated at: Sunday, October 14, 2012

Monday, August 13, 2012

‘I'd love to do a passionate scene with Vidya’ says Sherlyn Chopra




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Sherlyn Chopra who was recently in news for posing in Playboy magazine has done it again! This time around she confessed that she is willing to do love making scenes with none other than Oola la lady Vidya Balan!

In a recent interview when asked which actor she would like to get naughty with, she answered, “Vidya Balan, again! I'd love to do a passionate scene with Vidya, I'm obsessed with her. If she's listening I want to tell her — Vidya, I can take better care of you than Siddharth (Roy Kapur).”

Sherlyn also said that she considers Vidya as her greatest competitor. Well this is the first time that a lady celebrity has said such a daring statement in media! So is the hot babe more interested in women than men?
“I'm not as attracted to men as I am to women. Most men are just one dimensional, women are multi-dimensional; and you can do a lot more with women. Ha, ha, ha! (like eat, shop, talk)!”, said the sultry babe.

The starlet has become the first Indian who will feature on the cover of international adult magazine Playboy, for which she shot a few days ago, posing entirely in the nude. The photo shoot took place at the famous Playboy mansion in Los Angeles, in the presence of founder-owner Hugh Hefner.

When asked about her experience, Sherlyn said, “It was really too good to be true! The entire environment was so exciting and liberating and full of creative energies. The staff, the girls, the photo shoots team and above all the ultimate Playboy, Mr Hefner, was all very kind and affectionate.”
Buzz was that Sherlyn had to sleep with Hefner in order to get this project!

According to Sherlyn she should be awarded with Bharat Ratna since she is the first Indian to pose for the magazine. She tweeted , “I shud b given a Bharat Ratna award d highest civilian award of d Republic India given 4 d highest degree of service 2 the nation. Seriously!”
She said,“I have become the first Indian to pose naked for Playboy and nobody can take away that achievement from me.”

When asked about her competitor Poonam Pandey who once had proclaimed to strip if Indian Cricket team wins a Worldcup, Sherlyn said, “I'd like her to make noise at the right time and knock on the right door, when she really should.”

By posing nude Chopra has already made all her male fans crazy! But because of her comments on Vidya is she giving them some kind of a signal and breaking their hearts? Or is this just a publicity stunt? Wonder what Vidya has to say about Sherlyn!

Sherlyn Chopra was last seen in movies like Dil Bole Hadippa, Red Swastik and Raqeeb.
Updated at: Monday, August 13, 2012

Sunday, July 8, 2012

Vidya & Siddharth in London



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Buzz is that Vidya Balan and UTV CEO Siddharth Roy Kapur will be seen holidaying in London.

Vidya Balan and Siddharth Roy Kapur have been dating since long but the couple made it public few months back when Vidya Balan had confessed that she is dating Siddharth Roy Kapoor.

According to the latest reports, Siddharth has taken his ladylove Vidya who loves tennis and keenly follows the Wimbledon matches to London, just to watch the Wimbledon's semi finals and finals matches. It is said that Siddharth has booked two tickets worth rupees 6 lacs per ticket for the Wimbledon matches.

Vidya's friend said that, "Vidya loves tennis and has been keenly following the Wimbledon matches. Siddharth had been busy with the promo launch of his next movie which happened on Monday. He can now breathe easy and needs a break. Taking off for London was a spontaneous decision."

The friend added, "They want to catch all the important matches scheduled for later this week. This trip will also give them some time together away from the constant media glare in the city."

The Wimbledon matches (finals and semi finals) are scheduled to later this week. They will be watching the matches there and post the tournament, they will spend the quality time together in London. Recently they were seen to Goa where they had gone for enjoying vacations. Now the couple will be seen watching Wimbledon and then enjoying London.

Earlier Siddharth Roy Kapur had bought a flat worth Rs. 14 crore for his love Vidya. Vidya said that she is in love with Siddharth Kapur but the duo does not have any plans to get married soon. She says that both she and Siddharth are quite busy with their careers and once they find suitable time, they will tie the knot and settle in life.
Updated at: Sunday, July 08, 2012

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Sid n Vidya behind Salman Khan




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Phir Milenge was the last outing that Salman Khan had with the UTV honchos, but at the time the tides were against the ship and it sank terribly. The movie did not do the magic as it is doing now for the super Khan! Salman Khan has recovered from that fall and is being regarded as the most cost-worthy actor of the year. 

The back to back 100 crore hits have put up Salman Khan in a position that he can literally rule the producers. Its also said that there are a long queue of commitments for the actor which makes him run busy through this year and the next. 

In midst of this hussle, UTV is trying to bag in Salman Khan for their next script. It is said that Siddharth Roy Kapoor and Vidya Balan is trying to reach for Salman for his dates for their next movie. But due to commitments which tie him across till 2013, there is only slightest possibility that the star will commit for the movie. But it is not preventing Sid and Vidya to stop their efforts. 

Salman Khan, past Dabaang, had rewritten the stardom that he had, with back to back hits with Bodyguard, Ready and he is also awaiting the release of Ek Tha Tiger, which is already declared a super hit from the promos. Also the unending affection of his fans towards the actor is also paying off at good time. Along with his efforts through 'Being Human' Salman Khan is taking his star status to a new level.

Well Done Sallu, is what even the roughest critic will say considering the box-office records that he has been breaking!
Updated at: Thursday, July 05, 2012

Monday, June 25, 2012

The Dirty Picture to be released in France



The Dirty Picture which was one of the most successful movies of 2011 continues to go places.

Buzz is that The Dirty Picture will now have a major art-house release in France on 4th July 2012. The movie will be released with French subtitles, it will show on three screens in Paris and one in Orleans. After the initial run, it will ne shown in smaller towns of France and Paris suburbs, releasing in all major art-house cinemas there. 

Director Milan Luthria said, "C'est fantastique! We are now invading France. I am confident the French will react with great fanfare to our film and pick up all subtle nuances of character and performance. We will call  the team over for some hors d'ouvres (open hours) and exquisite French wine to celebrate. As for me, I'd have loved to be in France on July 4 but I am caught up with the pre-production of ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAI.....AGAIN." 

Tanuj Garg, CEO, Balaji Motion Pictures, said, "It's a happy feeling when your baby goes places. The French are great creators and connoisseurs of films with a distinctive appeal in the world cinema market. We're glad that our cult film will be resonating with the audience in France. Our next plan is to give it a wide release in Korea and other markets where some recent Bollywood titles have been performing incredibly." 

The film was a biopic on southern siren Silk Smitha’s life. Vidya Balan played the role of the sex siren Silk Smitha in the hindi version (original) of The Dirty Picture. The Dirty Picture helped Vidya bag the National Award for her outstanding performance. Apart from Vidya Balan the movie starred Naseeruddin Shah, Emraan Hashmi and Tusshar Kapoor in lead roles. The movie was produced by Ekta Kapoor and was one of the most successful movies of the year 2011.
Updated at: Monday, June 25, 2012

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Veena not inspired by Vidya



Veena Malik who will be playing the lead role in the Kannada version of The Dirty Picture says that she is not inspired by actress Vidya Balan.

Veena said that, "When it comes to acting, I would not say I am inspired from Vidyaji because I have not seen her film, 'The Dirty Picture'."  

She added, "I was planning to see it but when I got the Kannada version of the film, I decided against it because I did not want my character to have any outside imprints. Everyone is appreciating Vidyaji and no doubt, she is a wonderful actress."

Recently, Veena was in news for her intimate pictures with her "Mumbai 125 km" producer Hemant Madhukar. When asked about the same she said that, "That was not from my PR (public relation) team. We were also surprised to see those pictures. I don't know who clicked those pictures. But I would like to say, if going out with someone or having dinner means dating that person, then I think everyone is dating someone or the other." 

The Dirty Picture which was one of the most successful movies of 2011 will now have a South Indian remake. The film was a biopic on southern siren Silk Smitha’s life. Vidya Balan played the role of the sex siren Silk Smitha in the hindi version (original) of The Dirty Picture. The Dirty Picture helped Vidya bag the National Award for her outstanding performance. 

Earlier there were rumours that Tamil actress Nayanthara was approached for the role of Silk for the Kannada version. When asked Nayantara denied being offered any such role.

The Pakistani actress Veena Malik got famous after participating in the TV reality show Bigg Boss season 5. Veena has finished shooting for three Bollywood movies, Daal Mein Kuch Kaala Hai, Zindagi 50-50 and Mumbai 125 km and she has even signed Navin Batra's movie 'Supermodel' in which she will be seen with Ashmit Patel. It is said that the two will have sizzling love scenes in the film.
Updated at: Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Sujoy finally comes up with Badla!




Sujoy Gosh would be one of the script writers who have been constantly questioned by the media on his upcoming project. The script writer who did surprise almost everyone in the film industry with his amazing script 'Kahaani' was being trailed to find what he was planning next. Many had in minds that it will be a sequel to Kahaani, namely 'Kahaani 2'. It was also said that viacom 18 who had produced the movie was careful when selling rights to Tamil and Telugu film makers to avoid any issues to their sequel. 

But it turns out that Sujoy has other thoughts in mind and this time he is focusing on casting Amitabh Bachchan as the lead. The movie is now titled as 'Badla' and its still in early stages. He had earlier tweeted about this with a pinch of humor :


"The script that i'm writing for sir is called BADLA, which, if i write well, will have sir and naseer ji & the balan. all depends on script."

Also he did take up the opportunity to clarify that this is not a sequel to 'Kahaani', "BADLA is not the sequel to Kahaani. thats another story altogether. I hope this helps in bringing down the telephone bill :)". 

The movie 'Kahaani' was backed up with a fine star cast and some extra ordinary performances by Vidya Balan and this time too, Sujoy doesn't wish to put the stakes down as he still wants the best of performers into the movie and we know he what he is capable of doing.

So eagerly waiting on the next tweet ;-)
Updated at: Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Farhan, Vidya - Shaadi Ke Side Effects




Farhan Akhtar and Vidya will now show the side effects of marriage! The new film which the duo has signed up is going to be yet another witty humor as its prequel was. The movie is said to be the sequel to 'Pyar Ke Side Effects', which had been a cult hit with performances of Mallika Sherawat and Rahul Bose, the movie was accepted widely when it got released in 2006. Now the characters Sid and Trisha will be played by Farhan and Vidya and will show another side of the love story. 


Producer Pritish Nandy told TOI, “SKSE is a funny, clever, wild film full of the fascinating ways love works before and after marriage.” Adding, “SKSE begins where PKSE ends. Except the lead pair, everyone including director Saket Choudhary and music director Pritam remain. The story had very strong connectivity with the audience, so we decided to make a sequel. Unfortunately, it took a while in writing. Saket is a brilliant director but a slow writer!”

Both Actors are equally excited about the roles and are eager to start working on their characters. 

Vidya loved the original and is very excited to take this story forward and to work with Farhan, “It begins where every romcom ends. Saket’s observation of relationships is simple and that makes it naturally and perhaps sometimes even unintentionally funny, mad and sexy. It’s the first time that Farhan and I will be working together. He’s so real that everything about our situation in SKSE would seem believable.”

About his character Farhan says, “SKSE is a departure from my earlier work as an actor. It’s a romantic comedy — a genre I haven’t done yet — so it promises to be a new experience. Saket has written a funny yet moving story about simple things that everyone can relate to. Also, I look forward to working with Vidya.”

Talking about the unusual casting of Vidya and Farhan, Nandy says, "We make cinema that is big and also intelligent. Farhan is one of the most intelligent actors today. He and Vidya are two of the biggest stars of 2011. It will instantly make my film topical. Both of them loved the script immediately."

So we will bring you out the side effects of casting Farhan and Vidya together, stay tuned (Sigh!)
Updated at: Tuesday, June 05, 2012

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Vidhya receives another award




Actress Vidya Balan has received another award. This time she was awarded the Prabha Khaitan Puraskar 2012 from the Calcutta Chamber of Commerce.

Vidya was donned in an off-white sari with a rich blue-gold brocade border and a three-quarter velvet blouse, accessorized with just a pair of jhumkas. 

Vidya received the award from West Bengal Governor M.K.Narayanan who was with wife Padmini Narayanan in Kolkata on Wednesday. She addressed the governor saying that, "I feel proud to receive this award from you." To which the governor M.K. Narayanan said, "I am doubly privileged to present this award to Vidya Balan as I come from the same small town of Kerala where she was born."

The president of the chamber, Alka Bangur spoke about Vidya Balan's commitment to advancement of women's issues. The managing trustee of Prabha Khaitan Foundation, Sundeep Bhutoria presented Vidya with an embroidered shawl.

Vidya said that, "I feel extremely overwhelmed to receive this 'Prabha Khaitan Puraskar' specially after knowing a few names who has earlier received this award for excelling in their own field." She added, "I think women are taking the centre stage in various walks of life all over the country and cinema is just a reflection of that."

Vidya spoke in chaste Bengali, and said 'Ami Kolkatar meye'. She said that she felt "taller and a little proud" of herself after knowing the previous recipients of the award, include Shabana Azmi, Kapila Vatsayan, Medha Patkar and Shanu Lahiri.

She even said that she wanted to work in Bengali movies but hasn't received any offer till not. She said that, "Satyajit Ray is my favourite Bengali director. I am also fond of Rituparno's (Rituparno Ghosh) work."

'Prabha Khaitan Puraskar' is awarded to women for their outstanding achievements and commitments in various fields. Prabha Khaitan, a former president of the chamber started this award in 1992 with an aim to empower women. Earlier in 1996, actor Shabana Azmi received this award. Bengali author Nabaneeta Dev Sen were among the panel of the judges for selecting the recipient of the award.
Updated at: Saturday, June 02, 2012

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Mahesh Bhatt, Subhash Ghai = Casting Couch - true??




Well, atleast the columnist Suhel Seth says it is! Although it was a open secret in the industry the names that have been pulled up by Suhel seems to be grabbing attention, as it is for the first time Mahesh Bhatt is being accused of something of this nature. Subash Ghai had already been in news with a foreign actress mentioning him in her book. The recent observation was made by Suhel Seth, who is also a well known TV personality that the Ghai's and Bhatt's should get out of their casting couches and give opportunity to the better script writers!

This was following the video which was uploaded on May 16th by the columnist who had all praises for Kahaani, which he had recently viewed. He was impressed with the performances and was more happy to find the plot and the style of narration. He has mentioned Sujoy Gosh's talents in many portions and he adds that Vidya Balan is not the only reason he loved the movie, but he was amazed with the way the film had been shot and its brilliant plot.

After he lauds Sujoy Ghosh for the film, he goes ahead and adds, “My appeal to all the Mahesh Bhatts and Subhash Ghais and all the titans would be to get off your casting couch - you`ve been there, done her - and start investing in people who can write good scripts.”

This has turned up as a stir to the industry. Although both Mahesh Bhatt and Subhash Ghai has went ahead declining all claims by Suhel, it is still a mystery which needs to be unveiled. We have seen many actors and lead actresses talk about it in hush, but no one has dared to speak it out.

This time it is much more serious since the honchos of  Bollywood are being brought into the picture! We will still have to wait on what comes of it, or as usual it may precipitate without making much of a talk. Well, truth doesn't stay covered...!
Updated at: Saturday, May 19, 2012

Friday, May 11, 2012

There is someone in my life - Vidya



It has been a open secret when Vidya Balan started dating the UTV huncho Siddharth Roy Kapoor. The two had been spotted on vacations and has always been seen together. But till date there hasn't been a open admission by either of the two with regard to the relationship, but it seems that it is just about time. Vidya Balan has come foreward to show up the world that she is not single anymore and has with a classic smile of hers admitted her relationship with Siddharth. But again, she says she hasn't planned anything yet, its just a relationship that she is taking seriously.


"I don't have any plans yet... and there is no engagement ring yet. It's a while away and I am in no hurry. But it's on my mind and there is a plan at some point. There is someone in my life," Vidya told PTI.

When the media did push her against the wall about the who the someone was, and when they asked her to name if it was Siddharth Roy Kapoor, then she says "I will admit that I am dating him but not beyond that." giggled Vidya avoiding further being questioned on the topic. Vidya was at the promotions for Indian Film Festival to be held at Melbourne, where she is a special invitee and is appointed the Bollywood Ambassador of Victoria. 

The 34 year old has been receiving warm appreciations for her roles in Kahaani and The Dirty Picture and also shares a special status in the fraternity. She is although humble about her achievements and says that she doesn't want to be in unmeaningful competitions. This was evident when the media questioned her about Rakhi Sawant's comments about the movie 'The Dirty Picture' which Rakhi will be doing in a South Indian movie. 

"I did my best and I am sure if she (Rakhi) brings her own originality to the portrayal of Silk, it will be great and I will be more than happy to watch her." Says Vidya. She adds that portraying Silk on screen was her greatest achievement and she got her best compliment for the role from her father.  "I was finally relieved after my father came during the interval and said that he could only see Silk rather than Vidya. There is no bigger compliment for me than that," she said.

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Updated at: Friday, May 11, 2012

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Indian film festival to be launched by Vidya Balan




The National Award winning actress Vidya Balan will launch Indian Film Festival in Melbourne. She has been chosen as the ambassador for the Indian Film Festival which will be held in Melbourne from 11th June 2012 to 22nd June 2012.

Vidya Balan said that, "I am very honoured to be an ambassador for the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne which has done so much to spread the word about the vibrancy of Indian cinema in Australia. I love the format of the festival and the wide range of films screened. It not only showcases the best of Indian cinema but also provides a platform for young upcoming film makers through its short film competition. When I was in Melbourne I was smitten by the city, its love for films from all parts of the world and its multicultural spirit, and I am sure the Indian Film Festival will contribute greatly to add to that spirit".

Vidya will be in Melbourne on the 11th and 12th of May to promote the festival.

Indian Film Festival of Melbourne will have the launch of its festival programme by Vidya on Friday 11th May, 2012, at The Investment Centre, Collins St at 10.00 am.

On Saturday 12th May, she will be at the historic Melbourne Cricket Ground, presenting the match ball to umpires in the middle of the MCG prior to the Richmond vs Sydney match. It is said that she is the first Indian to have the honor of doing this.

Indian Film Festival of Melbourne Director Mitu Bhowmick Lange said that, "I am delighted that Vidya Balan is coming to Melbourne to launch the festival program. It is an honour for us, as she is inarguably India’s biggest actor right now. Vidya is the true embodiment of a festival that endeavours to showcase the sheer breadth and evolution of Indian cinema."






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Updated at: Wednesday, May 09, 2012