First look - Salman Khan’s next film ‘Ready’

Since it’s a remake of Telugu film Ready, the storyline is no different. Salman plays a man who tries to help his friend in getting married to his love of life but instead kidnaps another girl by mistake, played by Asin. The movie promises to be a laugh riot, and boasts a huge star cast and funny, eccentric characters. Most part of the film was shot in the exotic locales of Sri Lanka, for which the makers, especially Asin had to face severe criticism from the South film fraternity.

The original film featuring Ram and Genelia D’Souza released in the year 2008 was a big hit and cashing in on its success, other remakes in Tamil and Kannada were also made. Surprisingly, all the remakes did extremely well at the box office.

The makers of Hindi remake are also expecting the same magic. Ready is all set to hit the theatres on June 3. Here is the first look of the Salman Khan-Asin starrer Ready:

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Zarine Khan gets favor from Salman Khan in ‘Ready’

Zarine Khan shot to limelight as Salman Khan’s discovery in ‘Veer’ and because of her apparent similarity in looks to Salman’s love interest Katrina Kaif. It seems that Salman has not forgotten the Kat-look-alike and is making all possible efforts to keep Zarine’s career going. He has convinced director Anees Bazmee, who is directing ‘Ready’ to rope in Zarine for a guest appearance in the film. In the movie Zarine will be seen with Arbaaz Khan in a brief role. During the weekend, Arbaaz and Zarine flew down to Bangkok to shoot the film.

In Pattaya, Salman Khan shot impressive stunts while driving a tuk-tuk in the narrow streets, in line with Hollywood actor Pierce Brosnan’s fast-paced ad in the ubiquitous Thai rickshaw. The scene shows two tuk-tuks blowing up and the actor jumping into another one and driving off.

Producer Bhushan says, “It was bhai’s (Salman) idea to shoot in a tuk tuk. Unlike the two and three-wheeler vehicles in India, the tuk tuks are very fast and powerful. Their drivers too are experts and can ride them as two- wheelers also. People have shot romantic songs or scenes perhaps, but such a high-voltage action sequence will be seen for the first time in ready. People will enjoy this unique Thai action.”

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Shah Rukh Khan wants to apologize to Salman Khan

Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar have been thick friends for a long time now. And so it's no wonder that when the latter invited King Khan on his chat show, he got him talking on issues that nobody could till date.

Though Shah Rukh has always been asked about his spat with Salman, he has never candidly spoken about the same. But when KJo put forth the same question, SRK couldn't hold himself back and got into a confessing mode.

On chat show 'Koffee With Karan' that will be aired on January 2, 2011, Shah Rukh reportedly spoke freely about Salman. Sources have it that Khan confessed on the show that, "If Salman is upset with me it's 100 per cent my fault."

SRK also admitted that there hasn't been reconciliation as yet as he finds it difficult to pick up the phone and say sorry. Bollywood's Badshaah attributed this weakness to his ego and said that he just can't bring himself up to asking people to get back to him.

Sources from the sets reveal that Shah Rukh got very emotional while talking about Salman and KJo seemed positive that his chat show may just bring the two warring Khans together again. And 'inshallah' if this happens; it will be the biggest year end gift from Bollywood.

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It's 'do the dew' for Salman Khan

Bollywood superstar has been roped in to drive forward the brand's philosophy of 'Darr Ke Aage Jeet Hai'.

PepsiCo India, appointed Bollywood superstar Salman Khan as the brand ambassador for its popular drink Mountain Dew. Interestingly, this is the first time that a brand ambassador has been appointed for Mountain Dew.

Deepika Warrier, Marketing Director, Pepsico Beverages said, "Mountain Dew is strongly anchored in the relevant consumer insight of 'Darr Ke Aage Jeet Hai'. Salman Khan embodies this philosophy and he has strong national appeal. We look forward to the partnership and are confident that it will be mutually rewarding."

"I love the high-action imagery of Mountain Dew and more importantly the fact that it's not mindless action but there is a message at its core DARR KE AAGE JEET HAI. I am looking forward to working with them", said, Salman Khan.

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Salman Khan and Milan Lutharia make music video for Big Boss 4

In Bollywood, nothing succeeds like super success! Salman Khan  and Milan Lutharia, who are both riding a crest of success with their latest films have been roped in by the most popular television channel for a music video for Salman's Big Boss 4.

The song is a very peppy number written by the hotshot Rajat Arora who wrote Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai. And is being choreographed by Pony Verma. Says Milan, "The music of Salman's latest film and my movie caught on like wild fire. We realised that when you have good music at your disposal, great things can happen. The channel came up with the idea of this music video and Rajat wrote this song. Salman who is in top form has brought in his individual characteristics to the song... and I'm sure when the music video starts playing early next week, the audience is going to be in for a treat." He adds, "Salman is the most uncomplicated actor I have worked with. I'm looking forward to doing a film with him."

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Salman Khan to play under Shahrukh Khan Captancy

The forthcoming International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards 2010 to be held in Colombo from June 3-5 is turning out to be an interesting event. More so because a charity cricket match will be played between Bollywood celebrities  and Sri Lankan cricketers, which will help raise funds for the treatment of former child soldiers. amusingly, Salman Khan will be played under Shahrukh Khan.

It may be recalled that the duo turned foes after a brawl at Katrina Kaif’s birthday bash a couple of years ago. Shahrukh had recently revealed that they have not solved their differences but they are going to rub shoulders in Sri Lanka soon. Shahrukh will captain the Bollywood cricket team, and so Salman has no other way out but to play under him. Meanwhile, Kumara Sangakkara will captain the Sri Lankan team. Sanjay Dutt
and Bipasha Basu will toss the coin for the much-awaited match.

Well, here is a good chance for Salman and Shahrukh to solve their differences. What better opportunity will one get to bond than over a game of cricket!

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Salman Khan fails to identify Shakeel's henchman

Salman Khan, who appeared as a prosecution witness in a case against gangster Chhota Shakeel's henchman Anjum Fazlani, failed to identify the accused today.

Salman told special MCOCA judge M P Kukday that he might have met Fazlani only once or twice several years ago and thus does not remember him.

According to the prosecution, Fazlani had threatened Salman to reduce his fee for producer Nazim Rizvi's movie "Chori Chori Chupke Chupke" (2001) or face dire consequences.

The actor, clad in a black shirt and off-white trousers, told the court he was approached by Rizvi and assistant producer Abdul Rahim Allahbaksh with an offer to play the lead role in the movie.

"I agreed to the offer but on the condition that the movie should be directed by a well-established director. Rahim wanted to direct the movie himself, but then agreed and the movie was directed by Abbas-Mastan," Salman told the court.

"Salman stuck to what he had said to the police in his statement. His evidence is essential for the prosecution for corroboration with Rizvi's confession," special public prosecutor Rohini Salian said.

The prosecution's case is that the film was financed by diamond merchant Bharat Shah at the behest of Chhota Shakeel. Shah, Rizvi and Rahim were charged and faced trial under the stringent provisions of MCOCA and other sections of IPC.

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Veer Salman Khan fuming again

Mumbai: Early this year Salman Khan has expectations riding high with his forthcoming flick Veer all set for release by end of this month.

The superstar is engaged in promoting his film ardently as the D-Day arrives closer.

But, recently when he was at a particular venue to promote his film Veer, Salman lost his cool. Not that anything was wrong with arrangements made for the promotion.

Salman actually lost his cool on his guard who had accidently pushed a child away who was approaching the super star for his autograph.

Displeased with the guard, Salman chided his guard in front of all those present.

In order to make up to the child who was at the centre of this incident, Salman gifted the kid a personally autographed audio CD of Veer.

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Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor together in "Sangini

With the recent flop of Kurbaan, the advertiser is turning their face off from Saifeena it seems! Well the news is that our very own Sallu and Bebo is coming together in an ad for a jewellery collection named ‘Sangini’ that caters to both men and women! But with all of our astonishment we won’t find Saif Ali Khan in it!

Sallu seems the obvious choice when you consider his fetish for amulets and bracelets. Sallu and Bebo will be seen celebrating festive occasions like Christmas and New Year with the brand’s stunning jewellery pieces adorning the superstar pair.(apunkachoice.com)

Saif must be disheartened with this fact. Kurbaan in real life with no Saif beside her it seems!

We just have to wait and see how this Main aur Mrs. Khanna duo go about with the ad and attracts the viewer’s attention.

Salman Khan to marry soon?

Bollywood actor Salman Khan has said in his trademark mischievous manner that he would marry soon.

At a press call in Indore, a reporter asked Salman about his marriage plans and the 43-year-old Indore-born actor smiled in a mischievous manner and said, 'very soon'.

Salman arrived here to take part in a road show in support of the Congress mayoral candidate Pankaj Sanghvi from Indore.

To a question, he clarified that he had never ventured into politics and would never do so in future.

He said that his fans have given him lot of affection since the release of his first film Biwi Ho To Aisi.

Salman said that by taking part in political campaigns, he only urges people to elect good persons.

Asin got lucky with London Dreams

After making a smashing Bollywood debut opposite Aamir Khan in Ghajini, all eyes will be on southern superstar, Asin Thottumkal, in her second major release, London Dreams.

The winner of several Filmfare Awards moved to Mumbai to carve a career in the Hindi film industry after Ghajini became a historic hit and producers began queuing up to sign her.

Contrary to popular belief - that Vipul Shah cast the 24-year old in his magnum opus after Ghajini - she was penciled in as Ajay Devgan and Salman Khan's ladylove well before her maiden outing.

In London Dreams, she plays Priya, a young music fanatic who joins Arjun's (Ajay Devgan) rock band in London.

"I had seen Asin in a couple of big South films and really liked her work. I was looking for someone who could essay a beautiful Iyer girl, adept at both classical and western dance, and yet look like she's been born and bred in London,” said Shah. “I signed her even before the first promo of Ghajini came on television. Taking a newcomer opposite two big stars was a risk, but I was confident of her and followed my instinct. When Ghajini clicked, I knew I had made the right decision."

London Dreams releases worldwide on October 30 and is being distributed internationally by Studio 18.