THE BUzz SHERLYN SIzzLES IN KAMASUTRA 3D

Sherlyn Chopra has a stigma of sleaze, and with her debut film Kamasutra 3D releasing soon, it’s no surprise that the Playboy poser is set to battle some flak. After initially dumping the actress for sneakily uploading shots from a photoshoot on the film without permission, Sherlyn is back in action, even shooting an item song which will be used as a

Salman kicks out Kick?

Author and scriptwriter Chetan Bhagat is mad as hell! News has been buzzing around Bollywood that Salman Khan has rejected his script for Kick, but the writer has been desperately explaining to all and sundry that the hasn’t even met the superstar actor for the film.

The rumour around the Sajid Nadiadwala’s production and debut directorial has left Bhagat baffled.

“I haven’t even met Salman at all on Kick,” said Bhagat, irritated with the media hype around the movie even before it’s taken to the floors. “The script is not done yet. I am working with only Sajid Nadiadwala and his team on the script”.

Shooting for this posh actioner will begin in early June, as various other components have to fall into place.

Salman was predictably incommunicado about the film but a source close to the project divulged that he is in a completely noninterfering mode.

“He is maintaining a hands-free promotional tool. Director Rupesh Paul confirmed this recently. News is that the sexy siren stayed in her birthday suit for almost a whole day while shooting for the erotic fantasy movie. Apparently Sherlyn was covered from head to toe in body paint, which would have smudged if she covered herself. So she simply stayed as she was.

Well, what with being the first Indian to grace the Playboy cover, Sheryln certainly doesn’t seem coy. And for the fans, the buzz around Bollywood is that she’s doing up to twenty nude scenes in Kamasutra 3D. So get ready to see Sherlyn sizzle!

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fashion, so they got actors from there. Then China came into the picture, they are trying to see different possibilities and give variety to the audience,” stated Irrfan.

“India is in fashion there right now and there are going to be a lot many films which will be made in India, stories will be based in India and actors will be from India,” he said. So wake up and watch out Bollywood, Hollywood will soon be here!

madhubala, Waheeda and moonwalking!

attitude to Kick. It is true that nowadays Salman approves of every department in his films - from script to director to cameraman to co-star, before a project takes off. But Kick is entirely his buddy Sajid Nadiadwala’s baby and Salman is treating it that way,” said the source. So will the Khan be doing some kicking? One way or the other, we’ll know soon!

Bollywood misuses character actors, says irrfan

He believes his unique choice of work made it tough for filmmakers to ‘fit’ him in a ‘box’. But acclaimed actor Irrfan genuinely feels Hindi cinema needs to pay attention and importance to character artists just as in Hollywood, where, he says, India is currently in fashion.

“When you’re doing a Hollywood film, you are treated like a character actor. You are an intrinsic part of the story and your role is defined. When you are doing one such role here (in India), you are just a character. You are there to support the protagonists’ crisis or dilemma,” says the talented actor.

“We misuse character actors here for the main lead. That is why being a character actor here is no fun,” Irrfan revealed at the recently held India Today Conclave 2013 on the topic: ‘India ignores till the world applauds?’

Having starred in over 100 TV and film assignments, Irrfan is currently riding high on the success of his films, Bollywood projects like Paan Singh Tomar and Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns, as well as Hollywood project Life Of Pi, which won four Oscar awards recently. The movie was widely shot in India with Indian actor Suraj Sharma in the lead, and Tabu in a key part.

India, as a whole, is currently in fashion in Hollywood, said Irrfan, who has also worked in international projects like Warrior, A Mighty Heart, New York, I Love You, Slumdog Millionaire and The Amazing Spiderman

“Hollywood is the biggest market. They know how to expand it and they have been doing for years... Spain was in

Yes, these are the priorities in Sonakshi Sinha’s life right now. Her period drama Lootera is set in the 1950s and to play her part perfectly, Sonakshi has taken yesteryears actresses Madhubala and Waheeda Rehman as her reference points. Many feel she resembles Reena Roy, but Sonakshi has reason to think about the two legends of Indian cinema.

“I would much rather prefer Madhubalaji, Waheeda Rehmanji and Suchitra Sen. I can only think of these faces,” Sonakhi said recently.

Talking of the film, she said, “The role has been my most difficult till now. It was quite challenging”. Set in West Bengal, the movie is Vikramaditya Motwane’s second directorial venture after much acclaimed Udaan. Thanks to his storytelling technique and freshness in the narrative, Motwane became a name to reckon with after the success of Udaan, which wowed audiences at the Cannes fest. But he doesn’t feel any pressure about his second film. “I am actually very proud of the film,” he said.

Lootera is said to be inspired by American author O Henry’s famous story The Last Leaf, but Motwane clarified saying, “We have been inspired by the book, but we haven’t adapted it. We have made changes in it. It is a fresh film.”

For the male lead, Motwane has cast Ranveer Singh.

And what’s the news on Sonakshi’s moonwalking? Well, she learned the iconic dance moves made popular by the late Michael Jackson from filmmaker Sajid Khan for her special song in Himmatwala. For the movie, Sonakshi features in a disco song

Thank God It’s Friday, sporting a jazz look. Sajid, brother of renowned choreographer Farah Khan, took to the dance floor to teach Sonakshi how to ‘moonwalk’, when he noticed her doing it a bit differently from the original. The director decided to have some fun on the dance floor with Sonakshi and the result is just great!

Arshad happy to do TV

He may have his share of popularity on the big screen playing a variety of roles, but Arshad Warsi is also keen to be seen on the small screen.

What with Jolly LLB released recently and Chambal Safari, Dedh Isqiya and Joe B Carvalho in the pipeline, how is the talented actor going to find the time to grace the small screen?

“Though films are my priority, I am also open to doing TV. I would love to appear as a judge on reality shows,” said Arshad, who hosted the first season of Bigg Boss.

“Television industry is growing like anything. TV actors are getting their due recognition,” added the actor, who is also planning a break during summer.

It will be a well-deserved break for the actor who stars in Dedh Ishqiya, also featuring the comeback of Madhuri Dixit.

“I’ll be taking a break in May and June because I want to work on a script,” said

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Arshad adding, “It’s Maqbool Khan’s Chambal Safari, a satire on dacoits. I never do research work, but for this film I’ll have to study to give my best.”

“Though comedy is my favourite genre, I can never say no to politics, action, romance and thriller,” said the actor who showed his serious side in Sehar and won appreciation too.

After playing a communist in Zila Ghaziabad, Arshad is seen as a lawyer in Jolly LLB, a Subhash Kapoor-directed satirical drama.

The 44-year-old says that while selecting a film, he doesn’t worry about the budget.

“I don’t care if it’s a low-budget film. The script has to be strong. And a director should be clear about what he wants,” said Arshad, known for his performance in films like the Munnabhai series, Golmaal franchise and Ishqiya Arshad also feels that he has grown up as an actor. “I feel it’s been a learning experience,” he said. “When I started my career initially, I used to feel, what am I doing with my life? I wasn’t satisfied and used to think that I am not a good actor. I even thought of leaving the industry. But gradually I started getting good films. And people started loving my work”.

As an actor, Arshad “genuinely respects and admires Amitabh Bachchan and Naseeruddin Shah”.

“And I still remember when Naseer saab complimented me saying that I am doing great. I am still learning and always try to give my best shot,” he said modestly.

Arshad is also proud of Indian cinema, which, he feels, is heading towards a transition.

“Today we have brilliant films. People know what they want to see. Special 2 and Kai Po Che!, though low-budget films, have done a fabulous job. We do have our Rs.100 crore club and I agree that commercial cinema sells, but the quality of work is also important... Also, I feel one should have artistic freedom and censorship,” he stressed.

Well, Arshad, it won’t be long before that TV offer comes your way!