RANI DOES NOT LIKE TO BE BRANDED YASH RAJ
June 24, 2008
“What exactly do people mean by this?” says a source very close to Rani. “Agreed Rani has done comparatively more films with the Yashraj banner. But that’s because any heroine in Bollywood would be foolish to turn down an author-backed heroine-centric part like Laga Chunri Mein Daag.”
Continues the source, “In fact Rani makes it a point to remind people that lately she did Karan Johar’s Kabhi Alvidaa Na Kehna, Ravi Chopra’s Baghban and Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Saawariya. None of these is a Yashraj film.”
In fact if rumours are to be believed, Rani is on the verge of signing a couple of films that are far removed from the Yashraj banner.
“One of course is Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s historical Bajirao Mastani, which is far from shelved. Sanjay plans to make the film in the near future. And while the rest of the cast may change Rani as Bajirao’s wife remains in place. There are other films that Rani is seriously considering,” says the source.
Adds the source, “Some time ago, Rani said ‘no’ to Mira Nair’s Namesake for emotional reasons. The excuse was dates. But Rani had her own reasons for foregoing a role that has changed Tabu’s career internationally. Today Rani is in a space were she realises being hard-headed and business-like is what Bollywood is all about. She certainly does not want to be branded as a Yashraj heroine.”
Whispers that she acts like a hostess at Yashraj Studios are strongly denied by people close to the organisation. “This is all in people’s minds. Rani is at home in every production house. Have you seen her with Karan Johar or Sanjay Bhansali? She’s totally relaxed in their homes, has long chats with their moms and even goes into their kitchen at will.”
At the moment Rani is in intense preparation for her cricket film with new director Anurag Singh. Says the source, “It’s being said she’s agreed to work with a new director because of the banner. But Rani has worked with Kunal Kohli and Shaad Ali. Even Karan Johar was a debutant when Rani did Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. As for working with only Yashraj, Kunal Kohli’s Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic is entirely Kunal’s production. Yashraj have only lent their name.” You said the opposite RANI:
RANI MUKHERJEE IS A LOYAL LIST OF THE YASH RAJ
June 15, 2008
She is proud of that loyal list, she is proud of that banner eventhough she has a fair share of success and flops, mov importantly she is proud to be the MISTRESS of Aditya Chopra, this KILLS US.
OH LIKE WE DIDN’T KNOW AMISHA!!!
June 8, 2008
KUNAL KOHLI SAYS BYE BYE YASH JI
June 3, 2008
Talented film maker Kunal Kohli has finally been released from his contract with ailing production house Yash Raj Films. The forthcoming release Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic will be the last film that Kohli directs for Aditya Chopra’s label. Previous to this he has penned films like Mujhse Dosti Karoge, Hum Tum and Fanaa.
Kunal has already begun work on setting up his new production house, which will go be the name of Kunal Kohli Productions. He has a script ready for the first film, which will be a political satire and may star Aamir Khan. Three other films are also being planned, which will be directed by Kohli’s assistants Vicky Bahri, Danish Aslam and Bony Gandhi.
Says Kohli, “When I started out, someone had helped me learn the intricacies of filmmaking. Similarly, I want to help all my teammates who want to make films with whatever little experience I have gathered.”
[SOURCE:RADIOSARGAM]
RANI MUKHERJEE IS JEALOUS OF AMISHA PATEL
June 3, 2008
Rani is jealous of Ameesha’s closeness to Kunal.
The close friendship of director Kunal Kohli and ACTRESS Ameesha Patel is giving top name Rani Mukherjee the jitters… Rani feels that Ameesha is stealing the limelight from her.
Initially, Ameesha’s role in Kunal Kohli’s flick Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic was supposed to be only a guest appearance. However, because of her closeness with the director, the role has been extended… and now Ameesha is being promoted as one of the lead heroines in the flick. This isn’t going down well with Rani Mukherjee, who was hoping to make this film all her own.
A source says, “Kunal seems to be taken in by Amisha’s soft nature and even fought with ADITYA CHOPRA to get Amisha’s role extended in TPTM. And he has made her look stunning in the film, unlike Rani, who’s looking uninspired. The effort and care that has gone into Amisha’s character is very apparent.”
When Rani noticed Ameesha promoting the film as her own, she immediately went to boyfriend Aditya Chopra (producer of the film) and demanded Ameesha back off. Aditya then told Kunal to put the breaks on Ameesha or else he will never be allowed to work for Yash Raj Films again.
It’s an event to promote thoda pyar thoda magic. But why are they playing songs from Bunty aur Babli ?
[VIDEO:IBN]
RANI, SAIF AND AMISHA ENTERTAIN THE CHILDREN
May 24, 2008
Children of a few orphanages here were treated to a memorable evening when Saif Ali Khan, Rani Mukerji and other members of Yash Raj Films’ forthcoming movie ‘Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic’ sang and danced for them.
Children from eight orphanage homes across the city Friday evening gathered at Bhaidas Hall here to meet Saif, Rani, Amisha Patel, director Kunal Kohli and music directors Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy.
‘Thoda Pyaar…’ is about four destitute children.
‘Film stars perform at every event. This time, I decided why not give these children a chance to have fun and make them stars of an evening,’ said Kohli, who has also co-produced the film.
The evening was marked by a soulful performance from the film track by the composer trio who have scored the music for the movie. Saif, who plays the lead character in the film, also performed for the children.
‘It is a dream come true. I could never think that Rani didi would dance with me on the same stage. Saif uncle offered me gifts. I will never forget this evening,’ said a 12-year-old girl from an orphanage. Rani, who personally interacted with many children and offered them gifts, was an instant hit with the children. Commenting on the event, Rani said: ‘Children always fascinate me and I enjoy being with them. They are the most beautiful creations of god.’
Highlighting the basic premise of the film, Kohli said: ‘The film’s story revolves around four orphaned children and has the elements of magic, love, emotions and fun.’
Added Rani: ‘It is also about a business tycoon who never got love in his life, four children who are in need of love and an angel who can’t love. My rolea is of an angel sent by god who comes there to bring smile and happiness in their lives.’ situation comes when the four orphans come under the same roof with the business tycoon played by Saif.
‘The film also stars Rishi Kapoor and Amisha Patel in a special role,’ Kohli said.
Compared to Yash Raj Film’s earlier movies, this one is made on a low budget. The cost of the film is less than Rs.200 million and has been shot in Delhi, Los Angeles and Bangkok. It is scheduled to hit the theatres June 27.
[SOURCE:PINKVILLA,TOI]
AMISHA PATEL IN THODA PYAR THODA MAGIC
May 22, 2008
Kunal Kohli Said Ameesha Patel appearnce is the “HIGHLIGHT OF THE MOVIE”
Think again, coz the PICTURES DON’T SEEM EXCITING OR SEXY…
It has also been said that Amisha’s item number is similar to Sridevi’s ‘Kaate nahin katte yeh din yeh raat’ from the film, Mr. India.
[IMAGE:INDIAFM]
