Aamir Khan to direct Amitabh Bachchan in sci-fi flick

Aamir Khan is secretly planning a big budget sci-fi flick for which he has approached legend Amitabh Bachchan to co-star.

Apparently, the two actors met at the recently held premiere of Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na and shared interest in acting alongside each other. Amitabh was impressed by Aamir’s debut directorial Taare Zameen Par and then the rigorous promotion of Jaane Tu… Ya Jaan Na.

Aamir then immediately went to his laptop and started drafting a story for which he is now seeking a script writer.

Aishwarya Rai was Will Smith's first choice for 'Hancock'

The gorgeous Indian actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was Will Smith's first choice for 'Hancock' over Oscar winning Charlize Theron but the actress declined.

Smith, who by his own admission is a great fan of Ash, is not disappointed and believes that they will share good on screen chemistry."I would love to work with Aishwarya. She is gorgeous. I had even offered her roles with me. In fact for 'Hancock' also she was my first preference over Charlize," he said in an e-mail interview.

The actor is still hopeful that would work together in future.

"I received denials all the times, may be she had some justified problems. But of course, I will do anything to work with Aishwarya," says a hopeful Smith.

The 'Independence Day' actor, whose latest superhero flick 'Hancock' is all set to release in India today is also a huge fan of Indian films industry and is currently exploring possibilities of working in an Indian film.

Smith is in love with Bollywood and believes that the future of international cinema lies in a conjugal tie between the world's two largest entertainment industries.

"I think a marriage between Bollywood and Hollywood would yield outstanding results," Smith said.

"I would love to work in an Indian film. I have seen a couple of Bollywood movies, which had impressed me a lot. I also had a word with Karan Johar . Let's see what's there in store," says the actor.

"I love Indian cinema and its actors. Their energy level is just incompatible. The songs and dances in Bollywood movies are just amazing," he added.

Ask about his favourite Indian actors, and Smith, who was last seen in the much acclaimed 'Pursuit of Happiness' comes up with a list of top most actors in Bollywood. Of course, Ash figures on top followed by Amitabh Bachchan and Shahrukh Khan .

"Amitabh Bachchan is a rocking man. Witnessing him and his mania all over India, I too have decided to rename myself to Big W. Shah Rukh Khan is another actor who is a great buzz there," says Smith.

Already popular among Indian cine-fans, the actor is all praise for the Indian audience and hopes his latest flick will also enjoy similar love from them.

"I thank them with all my heart for watching my films with a keen interest and hope the same for 'Hancock' too. Indian audience are very sensible and I expect that my film will receive warmth in manifolds."

Touched by Indian hospitality, Smith says he had a fun time during his last visit here and would love to visit India again.

"I received a lot of love and a hearty welcome from all in India. I would surely love to be back to India and try and deal out something really good.

"The one word which I could learn very easily and which touched my heart is for all the Indians -- Namastey India," he says.

In 'Hancock', Smith plays the character of a superhero who saves countless lives but in the due course also unwittingly inflicts jaw-dropping damages to public property.

Directed by renowned Hollywood film director Peter Burg 'Hancock' is an action genre made on a budget of over USD 150 million. Oscar winning actress Charlize Theron and actor Jason Bateman also star in the movie.

Shah Rukh to do Qawwali for Dulha Mil Gaya

Shah Rukh to do Qawwali for Dulha Mil Gaya

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan will complete his scenes for Vivek Vaswani’s Dulha Mil Gay later this year.

According to reports, most of Khan’s scenes have already been shot, but there is a pivotal Qawwali number yet to be filmed. This can be done over a course of 2 or 3 days, and Khan has agreed to provide dates to that effect. It has also been reported that Cricketer Brian Lara has also been approached for a cameo.

Dulha Mil Gaya’s main stars are Sushmita Sen, Tara Sharma and Fardeen Khan.

Prachi Desai Bags Abbas-Mustan's Film Life Partner

By now its common knowledge that TV actress Prachi Desai (of Kasamh Se fame) is all set to make her Bollywood debut opposite Farhan Akhtar in Rock On. However, even before her debut film hits the screens; Prachi has already bagged her next film.

The buzz has it that Prachi has been signed as one of the female leads in Abbas-Mustan's home production Life Partner. The film which stars Fardeen Khan, Govinda, Tusshar Kapoor and Genelia D'Souza is directed by Rumi Jaffrey. Prachi confirmed this piece of news. "Yes, I have signed the film but it's too early to talk about it. I can't reveal many details about Life Partner. All I can say is that when I heard the script, I loved it and am happy that I am a part of it," signed off the bubbly actress.

With two big banner films on hand, looks like Prachi is all set to kick-start her Bollywood career with a bang.

Aamir Khan signed as brand ambassador for Tata Sky

The good times seem to continue for actor-producer-director Aamir Khan. After having impressed one and all with his directorial venture Taare Zameen Par last year, Aamir has managed to deliver yet another hit as a producer with his nephew Imran's launch film Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na.

What's more, Aamir who is currently enjoying the success of Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na has also been roped in by DTH operator Tata Sky as its brand ambassador. The 'Perfectionist' Khan would feature in all Tata Sky brand and product communications including advertisements in T.V, print and radio.

An interesting fact is that Tata Sky's main rival, Dish TV, has Shah Rukh Khan as its brand ambassador. In the past too, Aamir and SRK have endorsed competitive products like Nokia & Samsung mobiles and Coke & Pepsi to name a few. Well, with this endorsement, the competition between the two Khans only heats up as Aamir would now be seen more frequently on the T.V. screens.

Imran Khan maybe pranky but he can’t forget perfection!

Imran Khan Making a successful debut with Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na, Imran Khan may look like a simple, quiet and cute boy, but in reality this youngster is indeed very mischievous. While shooting for the film, the actor made life hell for his co-star Manjari Fadnis by his scary pranks.

“Imran is a prankster on the sets. We had a ball, all of us,” says Manjari, recollecting the time when Imran scared her out of her wits in an eerie villa where they were shooting by making ghostly noises in the dark.

“I am not the type that gets easily scared by the word ‘ghosts’. I have read a lot on after-life, But this was one experience that really made me scream,” she grins recollecting the event.

Well, everything is right while it’s done by stars and it’s more so while there is someone like uncle Aamir behind you all the while. But there is something that Imran should always take care of. Guess what? As uncle Aamir doesn’t like anything which is not perfect to the core and he is the man behind making Imran a superstar, Imran should at least keep playing on the chord of perfectionist in everything he does. Even while plotting a prank!

Akshay Kumar and Sanjay Dutt’s underwater stunt

Sajay DuttAkshay Kumar seems to be the perfect choice by Colours for hosting their upcoming reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi. This dare devil, who’s known for performing dangerous stunts in his films, had a close encounter with an accident which would have proved fatal. Another actor who was accompanying Akshay in this dangerous stunt was our very own Sanjay Dutt.

The two Bolly-stars accompanied by their photographer Peter Zuccarini were filming an underwater scene in Bahamas while a ship blasted to create special effects for their upcoming film Blue, produced by Shree Ashtavinayak Cinevision and directed by Anthony D’Souza. Even though Akki, Sanju and the photographer were fifty feet under the sea, they felt the burning sensation and had to quit shooting and come out of the water.