Get ready to showcase your talent, your headshot and portfolio to Yash Raj Films directly! If you aspire to join the film industry, no matter where you are in the world, they have a new way to take your shot!
Yash Raj Films has launched its Yrf Casting App, which is live now! How it works is that you, if you are ready to be discovered, can enter your profile details in the App. Through this unique platform, you will soon be able to get information about all the upcoming auditions related to theatrical movies and streaming projects that Yash Raj Films has greenlit. Even more exciting is that hopeful actors can submit their auditions directly to the casting director through this App. How cool is that?
Shanoo Sharma, who is in charge of selecting and developing people to be launched as leads in Yrf projects and finalising actors for other primary or secondary roles,...
Yash Raj Films has launched its Yrf Casting App, which is live now! How it works is that you, if you are ready to be discovered, can enter your profile details in the App. Through this unique platform, you will soon be able to get information about all the upcoming auditions related to theatrical movies and streaming projects that Yash Raj Films has greenlit. Even more exciting is that hopeful actors can submit their auditions directly to the casting director through this App. How cool is that?
Shanoo Sharma, who is in charge of selecting and developing people to be launched as leads in Yrf projects and finalising actors for other primary or secondary roles,...
- 3/1/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Film production company Yash Raj Films, has launched its casting app to help acting aspirants to get casting information and submit auditions. The Yrf casting app will enable aspirants to register profile details and will be able to soon get information about all the upcoming auditions related to their projects films and streaming projects.
The company, headed by Aditya Chopra, believes that it will tackle the issues caused by fake Yrf casting accounts that mislead people about auditions and are a threat to Yrf’s market reputation.
Shanoo Sharma, who looks after selecting and grooming aspirants to be launched in projects by the banner, will personally monitor all auditions coming through this app.
“The Yrf Casting App is a progressive step towards making aspiring actors reach out directly to Yrf for projects that the company is making. We are certain that there are countless, brilliant actors throughout the world waiting to be discovered.
The company, headed by Aditya Chopra, believes that it will tackle the issues caused by fake Yrf casting accounts that mislead people about auditions and are a threat to Yrf’s market reputation.
Shanoo Sharma, who looks after selecting and grooming aspirants to be launched in projects by the banner, will personally monitor all auditions coming through this app.
“The Yrf Casting App is a progressive step towards making aspiring actors reach out directly to Yrf for projects that the company is making. We are certain that there are countless, brilliant actors throughout the world waiting to be discovered.
- 3/1/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Bollywood aspirants the world over wanting to feature alongside top Indian stars can now cut out the middleman.
Leading Indian studio Yash Raj Films (Yrf), the outfit behind Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone starrer “Pathaan,” and “Tiger 3,” led by Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, has launched its Yrf Casting app. Acting aspirants from across the world can get information about casting calls and submit their auditions via the app.
The Yrf Casting app, which is live now, will enable actors to register their profile details within the app. Registered users will get information about all the upcoming auditions related to theatrical films and streaming projects that the studio will greenlight. The app is designed as an online destination for actors to submit their auditions for these projects directly to Yrf. The studio will not charge a fee for applications.
The company believes that the app will tackle the issues...
Leading Indian studio Yash Raj Films (Yrf), the outfit behind Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone starrer “Pathaan,” and “Tiger 3,” led by Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, has launched its Yrf Casting app. Acting aspirants from across the world can get information about casting calls and submit their auditions via the app.
The Yrf Casting app, which is live now, will enable actors to register their profile details within the app. Registered users will get information about all the upcoming auditions related to theatrical films and streaming projects that the studio will greenlight. The app is designed as an online destination for actors to submit their auditions for these projects directly to Yrf. The studio will not charge a fee for applications.
The company believes that the app will tackle the issues...
- 3/1/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Director-producer Karan Johar, who last delivered a big hit with ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’, on Sunday took to his social media and invited the netizens to guess the title of his next film. The ‘My Name Is Khan’ director posted a long note on his Instagram in which he asked his followers to guess the title of the film.
He wrote: “This is not a film announcement!”
“But it can be…with your help! We have been shooting this intriguing film for the past year, kept it under wraps because not revealing key aspects of the film even to the crew was a decision the debut director took. So here are the broad hints –
A. A superstar from the south who has just delivered a pan India juggernaut!
B. A massively loved actress who continues to awe us with her emotional energy on celluloid
C. A legacy debut...
He wrote: “This is not a film announcement!”
“But it can be…with your help! We have been shooting this intriguing film for the past year, kept it under wraps because not revealing key aspects of the film even to the crew was a decision the debut director took. So here are the broad hints –
A. A superstar from the south who has just delivered a pan India juggernaut!
B. A massively loved actress who continues to awe us with her emotional energy on celluloid
C. A legacy debut...
- 1/28/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Shiv Rawail, who is marking his directorial debut with ‘The Railway Men’, has opened up about the star cast of the show, R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, Babil Khan, and Divyenndu, and called it amazing.
The ensemble cast, featuring Madhavan, Kay Kay, Babil, and Divyenndu, is a powerhouse of talent that embodies the characters in all authenticity.
“Putting together the casting for ‘The Railway Men’ was a beautiful journey, and working with some of the most versatile talent was nothing short of amazing. Everyone’s a fan of Kay Kay Menon, and when we were casting for our rule-following station master with a past that haunts him, he was the obvious choice. He truly gave it his all.”
Shiv shared: “Maddy sir, with his enigmatic charm and the ability to command a room, brought in great brilliance. It was Adi Chopra’s idea to cast him, and I wholeheartedly agreed.
The ensemble cast, featuring Madhavan, Kay Kay, Babil, and Divyenndu, is a powerhouse of talent that embodies the characters in all authenticity.
“Putting together the casting for ‘The Railway Men’ was a beautiful journey, and working with some of the most versatile talent was nothing short of amazing. Everyone’s a fan of Kay Kay Menon, and when we were casting for our rule-following station master with a past that haunts him, he was the obvious choice. He truly gave it his all.”
Shiv shared: “Maddy sir, with his enigmatic charm and the ability to command a room, brought in great brilliance. It was Adi Chopra’s idea to cast him, and I wholeheartedly agreed.
- 11/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Shiv Rawail, who is marking his directorial debut with ‘The Railway Men’, has opened up about the star cast of the show, R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, Babil Khan, and Divyenndu, and called it amazing.
The ensemble cast, featuring Madhavan, Kay Kay, Babil, and Divyenndu, is a powerhouse of talent that embodies the characters in all authenticity.
“Putting together the casting for ‘The Railway Men’ was a beautiful journey, and working with some of the most versatile talent was nothing short of amazing. Everyone’s a fan of Kay Kay Menon, and when we were casting for our rule-following station master with a past that haunts him, he was the obvious choice. He truly gave it his all.”
Shiv shared: “Maddy sir, with his enigmatic charm and the ability to command a room, brought in great brilliance. It was Adi Chopra’s idea to cast him, and I wholeheartedly agreed.
The ensemble cast, featuring Madhavan, Kay Kay, Babil, and Divyenndu, is a powerhouse of talent that embodies the characters in all authenticity.
“Putting together the casting for ‘The Railway Men’ was a beautiful journey, and working with some of the most versatile talent was nothing short of amazing. Everyone’s a fan of Kay Kay Menon, and when we were casting for our rule-following station master with a past that haunts him, he was the obvious choice. He truly gave it his all.”
Shiv shared: “Maddy sir, with his enigmatic charm and the ability to command a room, brought in great brilliance. It was Adi Chopra’s idea to cast him, and I wholeheartedly agreed.
- 11/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Aditya Chopra’s Come Fall in Love – The Ddlj Musical, a new version of his iconie film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (Ddlj), had a spectacular opening night at The Old Globe Theatre in San Diego. Receiving a rousing standing ovation, the show is well on its way to a brilliant run at the classic theatre.
In Come Fall in Love – The Ddlj Musical, director Aditya Chopra, who is making his directing debut for the theatre, takes a fresh and exciting new look at his hit famous film, renewing it for a new generation and in a new format. With an American audience in mind, he moves the action of the early scenes to America and not England as in the film. He focuses the story more precisely on Simran’s experience, adding gravity and power to her journey. Chopra said, “Come Fall In Love is the story of Simran, an Indian American.
In Come Fall in Love – The Ddlj Musical, director Aditya Chopra, who is making his directing debut for the theatre, takes a fresh and exciting new look at his hit famous film, renewing it for a new generation and in a new format. With an American audience in mind, he moves the action of the early scenes to America and not England as in the film. He focuses the story more precisely on Simran’s experience, adding gravity and power to her journey. Chopra said, “Come Fall In Love is the story of Simran, an Indian American.
- 9/17/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Come Fall In Love, a new musical based on the acclaimed 1995 Bollywood blockbuster film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, will open on Broadway during the 2022-23 season after a world premiere at San Diego’s Old Globe Theater in September 2022.
Widely known by its initials Ddlj, the film was directed by Aditya Chopra, who will make his stage directing debut with the musical. The Indian and US-based creative team will include Indian songwriters Vishal Dadlani & Shekhar Ravjiani, who will compose the music, Neil Benjamin writing book and lyrics, and Rob Ashford (Frozen) choreographing with associate choreographer Shruti Merchant. Derek McLane (Moulin Rouge!) will design the sets. Adam Zotovich is Executive Producer.
The announcement came today from producers Yash Raj Films, India’s largest film studio, chaired by Chopra and owned by his family. The musical will mark the studio’s 50th anniversary.
Chopra made his directorial debut on the Ddlj film,...
Widely known by its initials Ddlj, the film was directed by Aditya Chopra, who will make his stage directing debut with the musical. The Indian and US-based creative team will include Indian songwriters Vishal Dadlani & Shekhar Ravjiani, who will compose the music, Neil Benjamin writing book and lyrics, and Rob Ashford (Frozen) choreographing with associate choreographer Shruti Merchant. Derek McLane (Moulin Rouge!) will design the sets. Adam Zotovich is Executive Producer.
The announcement came today from producers Yash Raj Films, India’s largest film studio, chaired by Chopra and owned by his family. The musical will mark the studio’s 50th anniversary.
Chopra made his directorial debut on the Ddlj film,...
- 10/22/2021
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
ControversySimi Garewal said that she, too, faced a powerful person who ‘viciously tried to destroy her career’, but she stayed silent.Tnm StaffActor and popular talk show host Simi Garewal on Sunday took to Twitter to applaud actor Kangana Ranaut after the latter’s interview with anchor Arnab Goswami, where she spoke up about the death of Sushant Singh Rajput. Simi stated that she applauds Kangana for being braver and bolder, and that a powerful person also ‘viciously tried to destroy’ Simi’s career but she had stayed silent. “I applaud Kangana Ranaut, who is braver and bolder than I am. Only I know how a 'powerful' person has viciously tried to destroy my career. I stayed silent. Because I am not so brave,” Simi tweeted after Kangana’s interview was aired on Saturday. I applaud #KanganaRanaut who is braver & bolder than I am. Only I know how a 'powerful'...
- 7/19/2020
- by Sanyukta
- The News Minute
Mardaani 2 movie review is here. The action thriller is a sequel to the 2014 film Mardaani and features Rani Mukerji reprising her role of Inspector Shivani Roy. Vishal Jethwa plays the antagonist. Directed by Gopi Puthran, the movie produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films is released today ? December 13, 2019. Does it fulfills the expectations?. Find out in the movie review of Mardaani 2
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
Mardaani 2 ?this terrifically gripping, gritty, well etched and masterly performed cinema is the need of the hour. Rani Mukerji while on her way to a hat ?trick ? Mardaani, Hitchki, MARDAANI2 sets an example on how to stay relevant in the film industry by doing solo heroine oriented subjects without a male ?hero?.
The Story of Mardaani 2
The sequel to the 2014 Mardaani, top cop Shivani Shivaji Roy (Rani Mukerji) is up against a brutal, merciless serial rapist/killer Sunny...
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
Mardaani 2 ?this terrifically gripping, gritty, well etched and masterly performed cinema is the need of the hour. Rani Mukerji while on her way to a hat ?trick ? Mardaani, Hitchki, MARDAANI2 sets an example on how to stay relevant in the film industry by doing solo heroine oriented subjects without a male ?hero?.
The Story of Mardaani 2
The sequel to the 2014 Mardaani, top cop Shivani Shivaji Roy (Rani Mukerji) is up against a brutal, merciless serial rapist/killer Sunny...
- 12/13/2019
- GlamSham
Karan Johar has confirmed that debutant Lakshya will be joining actors Kartik Aaryan and Janhvi Kapoor in the second instalment of "Dostana 2". The filmmaker said the newbie has no Bollywood backings and went through a legit audition process.
Karan on Thursday morning announced the new addition to the "Dostana 2" family on Twitter with a photograph of Lakshya.
"Both happy and excited to introduce the new kid on the Dharma block! Lakshya will be making his debut with us in 'Dostana 2' and from thereon, we hope to start a solid cinematic journey together! Please welcome Lakshya and shower him with all your love and blessings," Karan tweeted.
He then said that Lakshya has no Bollywood backings and was selected for the film through an audition.
"Yes, I woke up to several inquiries asking about his film industry connections! He is not from the business and went through a legit audition process!
Karan on Thursday morning announced the new addition to the "Dostana 2" family on Twitter with a photograph of Lakshya.
"Both happy and excited to introduce the new kid on the Dharma block! Lakshya will be making his debut with us in 'Dostana 2' and from thereon, we hope to start a solid cinematic journey together! Please welcome Lakshya and shower him with all your love and blessings," Karan tweeted.
He then said that Lakshya has no Bollywood backings and was selected for the film through an audition.
"Yes, I woke up to several inquiries asking about his film industry connections! He is not from the business and went through a legit audition process!
- 9/5/2019
- GlamSham
After wooing the audience with his power-packed performances in movies like Simmba and Gully Boy, actor Ranveer Singh on Monday treated his fans with his own quirky and fun GIFs. The Padmaavat star unveiled several mood Gif's on social media. In one of them, Ranveer can be seen dancing, while in other, saying hi.
On seeing the 33-year-old actor's personalised GIFs, the film fraternity members flooded his feed with hilarious comments. Actor Arjun Kapoor said, "Arre Dev". Director Ali Abbas Zafar said, "Issi ki kami thi...ab theek hai (Only this was left)", while casting director Shanoo Sharma wrote, "Dhat, pagli". Tennis star Sania Mirza reacted with laughing emojis.
Not only his friends from showbiz, it seems Ranveer's fans are also enjoying his GIFs. In the Gif, where Ranveer is hiding his face with happiness, one user commented, "Ranveer's reaction when he sees Deepika every morning." Another user wrote, "Entertainer No.
On seeing the 33-year-old actor's personalised GIFs, the film fraternity members flooded his feed with hilarious comments. Actor Arjun Kapoor said, "Arre Dev". Director Ali Abbas Zafar said, "Issi ki kami thi...ab theek hai (Only this was left)", while casting director Shanoo Sharma wrote, "Dhat, pagli". Tennis star Sania Mirza reacted with laughing emojis.
Not only his friends from showbiz, it seems Ranveer's fans are also enjoying his GIFs. In the Gif, where Ranveer is hiding his face with happiness, one user commented, "Ranveer's reaction when he sees Deepika every morning." Another user wrote, "Entertainer No.
- 3/18/2019
- GlamSham
Ranveer ?Overwhelming? Singh, as introduced by the show?s host Komal Nahta, has been a performer ever since his first film Band Baaja Baraat. In the latest episode of Starry Nights 2. Oh! on Zee Caf?, he revealed the secret to his over the top energy and the passion he carries for his work. Ranveer was also seen reminiscing his childhood as he spilled the beans on the movies he was passionate about.?
While some may not like Rakhi Sawant and some may even hate her, Ranveer feels the opposite! Yes, when Komal was asked by Ranveer as to who is the worst celebrity to interview? Komal named Rakhi. To this, Ranveer said, ?Rakhi is a Rockstar! Rakhi, I love you!? ?
?In my struggling days, it was rumoured that Shekhar Kapur was making Mr India 2 and I landed up at Shanoo Sharma?s house dressed up as Anil Kapoor?s character Arun.
While some may not like Rakhi Sawant and some may even hate her, Ranveer feels the opposite! Yes, when Komal was asked by Ranveer as to who is the worst celebrity to interview? Komal named Rakhi. To this, Ranveer said, ?Rakhi is a Rockstar! Rakhi, I love you!? ?
?In my struggling days, it was rumoured that Shekhar Kapur was making Mr India 2 and I landed up at Shanoo Sharma?s house dressed up as Anil Kapoor?s character Arun.
- 2/11/2019
- GlamSham
Bhumi Pednekar, known for her remarkable performances, was at her candid best as she appeared in the latest episode of Starry Nights 2. Oh!. She revealed that she has a huge crush on Priyanka Chopra, Vidya Balan and Varun Dhawan. Well who wouldn?t? We all have had a girl crush on our desi girl.?
The actor, popular for her diverse roles in films like Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha and Shubh Mangal Savdhaan was accompanied by her mother A.K.A bff Sumitra Hooda Pednekar at Starry Nights 2. Oh! on Zee Cafe.?
Bhumi?s path to becoming an actor has been unconventional but surreal! She initially worked as a casting director under the well-known Shanoo Sharma and has handpicked some of Bollywood?s most popular actors. This drill to explore the best actors in town, drove her to becoming one. She started with acting school but was...
The actor, popular for her diverse roles in films like Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha and Shubh Mangal Savdhaan was accompanied by her mother A.K.A bff Sumitra Hooda Pednekar at Starry Nights 2. Oh! on Zee Cafe.?
Bhumi?s path to becoming an actor has been unconventional but surreal! She initially worked as a casting director under the well-known Shanoo Sharma and has handpicked some of Bollywood?s most popular actors. This drill to explore the best actors in town, drove her to becoming one. She started with acting school but was...
- 2/4/2019
- GlamSham
Seven years ago on December 10, the film Band Baaja Baaraat (2010) became one of the successes of that year. The film marked the debut of the quirky and energetic Ranveer Singh as Bittoo Sharma who starred opposite Anushka Sharma in her second film. With little promotion and a new actor, Band Baaja Baaraat wasRead More
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- 12/11/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Yash Raj Films will be launching two new faces, Aadar Jain and Anya Singh. Aadar is the grandson of the late Raj Kapoor, while Anya is from Delhi.
The two debutants will be launched by Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma at an event and are reportedly doing a film under director Habib Faisal.
The casting director of Yash Raj Films, Shanoo Sharma, Read More
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The two debutants will be launched by Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma at an event and are reportedly doing a film under director Habib Faisal.
The casting director of Yash Raj Films, Shanoo Sharma, Read More
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- 7/5/2017
- by Indicine Team
- indicine
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- 6/25/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Be it Ranveer Singh or Arjun Kapoor, Yash Raj talent has successfully launched careers of performing stars with inherent acting abilities in Hindi cinema. Each actor from this family carving their own space across cinema playing some incredible characters and giving memorable performances.
Next to make his debut is Aadar Jain, grandson of film legend Raj Kapoor. A film literate and talented young man, who trained at the Lee Strasburg Theatre and Film Institute as well assistant to Karan Johar, he is ready to step onto and make his mark. The young actor is set to be launched by Aditya Chopra for his debut.
Shanoo Sharma, the casting director of Yash Raj Films, said, “When I met Aadar Jain for the first time, I found that he had a very infectious personality. I sensed that a person with such energy will have a certain amount of talent. I am glad...
Next to make his debut is Aadar Jain, grandson of film legend Raj Kapoor. A film literate and talented young man, who trained at the Lee Strasburg Theatre and Film Institute as well assistant to Karan Johar, he is ready to step onto and make his mark. The young actor is set to be launched by Aditya Chopra for his debut.
Shanoo Sharma, the casting director of Yash Raj Films, said, “When I met Aadar Jain for the first time, I found that he had a very infectious personality. I sensed that a person with such energy will have a certain amount of talent. I am glad...
- 12/2/2016
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Ranveer Singh, Vaani Kapoor (Along with her Cat), Huma Qureshi, Saqib Saleem among others attended the birthday party for Shanoo Sharma, casting director for Yashraj Films. Arjun Kapoor & Ranveer Singh are some of the names that she’s brought to our screens.
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- 6/24/2015
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
Did you know that India is the world’s hub for child sex trafficking and that 16 million women and children are victims of this crime? And that 40% of those 16 million are children. Sadly, these facts are true. Shining the light on this horrible issue is Mardaani, which is in theaters now. The hard-hitting gritty film directed by Pradeep Sarkar stars Rani Mukerji in a never before scene avatar. Rani plays Shivani Shivaji Roy an astute and very tough cop working in the Mumbai Crime Branch unit. When the mastermind behind a child trafficking ring makes the mistake of kidnapping and smuggling outside the city a teenage girl who is like a daughter to her, Shivani embarks on an obsessive and relentless hunt for the girl. Fighting a war that has become personal, Shivani plunges into a seedy world of debauchery, cruel desires and exploitation. Does she find the girl and take the villain down?...
- 8/29/2014
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Meet Tahir Raj Bhasin, the actor plays the villain in Yrf upcoming movie Mardaani starring Rani Mukerjee which hits theaters on August 22nd.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04E-jHtWrDA
Mardaani tells the tale of Shivani Shivaji Roy is an astute cop working in a Mumbai Crime Branch unit. Deft at picking up hidden clues and fearless in confronting hardened criminals, Shivani stumbles into the world of debauchery, cruel desires and exploitation and onto a case that will change her life forever.
A teenage girl is kidnapped by the child trafficking mafia and smuggled outside the city. Shivani embarks on an obsessive hunt for the girl and what follows is a cat and mouse game between a fearless cop and a ruthless mafia kingpin.
Starring Rani Mukerji in the lead, playing the role of a cop for the first time, this raw and gritty film will be a distinct departure...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04E-jHtWrDA
Mardaani tells the tale of Shivani Shivaji Roy is an astute cop working in a Mumbai Crime Branch unit. Deft at picking up hidden clues and fearless in confronting hardened criminals, Shivani stumbles into the world of debauchery, cruel desires and exploitation and onto a case that will change her life forever.
A teenage girl is kidnapped by the child trafficking mafia and smuggled outside the city. Shivani embarks on an obsessive hunt for the girl and what follows is a cat and mouse game between a fearless cop and a ruthless mafia kingpin.
Starring Rani Mukerji in the lead, playing the role of a cop for the first time, this raw and gritty film will be a distinct departure...
- 7/6/2014
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
CCTVs are no longer enough to protect producers and directors from the potential threat of being accused by aspirants of sexual misconduct. The alarming buzz doing the rounds in the entertainment industry is a complete ban on all interaction with newcomers. A leading filmmaker known for his high-gloss glamorous passionate films says, "If this can happen to a guy as gentle as Subhash Kapoor it can happen to anyone. I had already made up my mind to keep all interaction with newcomers at the lowest ebb. Now I've decided to completely ban meetings and conversations with aspirants." And we are not talking about only actors. Even aspiring directors, lyricists, musicians and technicians have come to a zero-access stage with established filmmakers. Forget a big break. All hopes of any kind of breakthrough are now broken. The matter of filmmaker Subhash Kapoor's public run-in with starlet Geetika Tyagi has re-opened...
- 2/24/2014
- BollywoodHungama
Tara Alisha Berry who lost her golfer-father Gautam Berry just two months ago, is stepping into Hindi films with a very unusual debut vehicle. Tara who was lately in the news for an unsavoury property dispute with her stepbrother Sikander (Gautam Berry's son from his first wife Kirron Kher), will be seen as Hindi pornographic literature's resident-guru Mastram's wife in Akhilesh Jaiswal's film on the porn litterateur. When asked about her unusual choice for a debut, Tara says, "It was the script that clinched the deal for me. I had no clue who Mastram was. But I simply fell in love with the script. The director Akhilesh Jaiswal and I connected instantly." Tara was not put off by the porn theme. "The film is about a porn writer. But there is nothing lurid or sleazy about the content. I found that to be deliciously ironical. It's a film about India's most well-known porn writer.
- 5/13/2013
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
“I am very happy the way the film has turned out.” – Saqib Saleem about Mere Dad Ki Maruti and more!
Saqib Saleem made his debut with Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge, produced by Y-Films, a subsidiary of Yash Raj Films. The actor will now be seen in another Y-Film, Mere Dad Ki Maruti, releasing this Friday, 15th March 2013 across India.
The young actor spoke to Bollywood Reporter Sunny Malik about the film, working with Karan Johar in Bombay Talkies and much more.
Are you nervous that your second film is releasing on Friday?
I am nervous as anyone would be. But I have seen the film and I am quite excited about the release as well. I am very happy the way the film has turned out.
Tell me a little bit about yourself. You debuted with Yrf’s youth films division. How did that come about?
I am basically from Delhi and moved to Mumbai about three years ago. I was doing some advertisements in Mumbai when someone told me that...
The young actor spoke to Bollywood Reporter Sunny Malik about the film, working with Karan Johar in Bombay Talkies and much more.
Are you nervous that your second film is releasing on Friday?
I am nervous as anyone would be. But I have seen the film and I am quite excited about the release as well. I am very happy the way the film has turned out.
Tell me a little bit about yourself. You debuted with Yrf’s youth films division. How did that come about?
I am basically from Delhi and moved to Mumbai about three years ago. I was doing some advertisements in Mumbai when someone told me that...
- 3/15/2013
- by Sunny Malik
- Bollyspice
While most star kids get their debut films because of their starry background, here is one lad who has a different story to tell.Boney Kapoor's son and Sonam Kapoor's cousin Arjun Kapoor is all set to make his debut with Yrf's Ishaqzaade this May. What many don't know is how Arjun managed to get this role.Debutant Arjun Kapoor was casted through today's most high-flying social networking site. Says a source, "Yrf's casting Shanoo Sharma came across Arjun's prof...
- 4/10/2012
- GlamSham
While most star kids get their debut films because of their starry background and most ”Kapoors” get them because of the name Kapoor itself, here is one Kapoor who has a different story to tell.
Boney Kapoor’s son and Sonam Kapoor’s cousin Arjun Kapoor, is all set to make his debut with Yrf’s Ishaqzaade this May. What many don’t know is how Arjun managed to get this role.
Arjun Kapoor was casted through Facebook, the most high-flying social networking site.
Says a source, “Yrf’s casting Shanoo Sharma came across Arjun’s profile on Facebook and immediately decided to meet him. At that time, no one knew that Arjun was Boney Kapoor’s son. Once they met Arjun, they were sure that they wanted no one else but Arjun for this film.”
From trending on twitter when the promo released to being casted through Facebook, Bollywood...
Boney Kapoor’s son and Sonam Kapoor’s cousin Arjun Kapoor, is all set to make his debut with Yrf’s Ishaqzaade this May. What many don’t know is how Arjun managed to get this role.
Arjun Kapoor was casted through Facebook, the most high-flying social networking site.
Says a source, “Yrf’s casting Shanoo Sharma came across Arjun’s profile on Facebook and immediately decided to meet him. At that time, no one knew that Arjun was Boney Kapoor’s son. Once they met Arjun, they were sure that they wanted no one else but Arjun for this film.”
From trending on twitter when the promo released to being casted through Facebook, Bollywood...
- 4/10/2012
- by Sunny Malik
- Bollyspice
While most star kids get their debut films because of their starry background and most "Kapoors" get them because of the name Kapoor itself, here is one Kapoor who has a different story to tell. Boney Kapoor's son Arjun Kapoor, who is all set to make his debut with Yrf's Ishaqzaade this May, was cast through social networking site Facebook and not due to his starry connections. Says a source, "Yrf's casting Shanoo Sharma came across Arjun's profile on Facebook and immediately decided to meet him. At that time, no one knew that Arjun was Boney Kapoor's son. Once they met Arjun, they were sure that they wanted no one else but Arjun for this film." From being cast through Facebook to trending on twitter when the promo released, Bollywood's next "Buzz Boy" Arjun Kapoor, seems to have quite a connection with the social networking sites - a...
- 4/9/2012
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Quick popularity and a lot of attention for styling Vidya Balan in The Dirty Picture notwithstanding, the quirky Niharika Khan is not sure whether films are her calling It's all Vidya's dedication. Had she not trusted me, I would not have been able to create all these clothes You can style the whole world, but not your husband," mock-complains Niharika Khan. Ayub Khan has chosen to change out of the outfit suggested by his film stylist wife into something more formal for the evening out. Though Niharika doesn't mind it, she won't miss the opportunity to tease her husband. Her styling, however, is currently at the centre of all attention, converted into household chatter by Vidya Balan's Silk Smitha avatar in The Dirty Picture. The stylist has brought back from the 1980s, the over-the-top apsara outfits, Egyptian-style dresses, multi-coloured printed shirts and outdated gipsy skirts. But she refuses to take the sole credit.
- 12/16/2011
- by Screen Weekly
- BollywoodHungama
Ranveer Singh gate crashing into a wedding in Band Baaja Baraat! Well, this was not the first time for our Bollywood hunk. He seems to be quite a pro at it. At the young age of 17, Ranveer Singh gate crashed into the casting director Shanoo Sharma's (of Yrf) party, shook a leg and entertained everyone present there. When India's Sexiest Bachelor asked Shanoo about what exactly happened at her party, she smiled and said, "Ranveer gate crashed when he was 17 and danced and enter...
- 8/16/2011
- GlamSham
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