Rajkumar Hirani disclose the real reason behind Aamir Khan's no for Sanju!

Recently, filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani disclosed the actual reason behind megastar Aamir Khan not playing the character of Sunil Dutt in the movie.

Rajkumar Hirani was intermingling with media at the trailer launch of 'Sanju' along with Ranbir Kapoor, Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Rajkumar Hirani, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Sonam Kapoor, Dia Mirza and Vicky Kaushal on Wednesday in Mumbai.

Aamir Khan lately told that he was offered the role of Sunil Dutt in the biopic, but he was more keen to play the lead role, which was already with Ranbir Kapoor. 

Rajkumar Hirani was questioned what his reaction was when Aamir Khan said no, filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani revealed, "Aamir is a friend. Whenever I write a script, I just go to him and narrate it to get a reaction from him. So I narrated this script also.  Not with the intention of asking him to play any role. He reacted interestingly to the script and liked it. Then just out of greed, I asked Aamir if he would play Dutt saab's role? He took it seriously and gave it a thought. He said let's meet after a while. So I met him the next week again, then he showed me Dangal and said" 'look I'm already playing an older man's role. And if after Dangal, my next film has me play an older man again, then people will stop giving me a young man's role!' That was a valid argument. Finally, we had Pareshji (Rawal) playing Dutt Saab."

'Sanju' is a biographical film based on the life of actor Sanjay Dutt, directed and written by Rajkumar Hirani and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The film is set to be released on June 29.

John Abraham confirms about NO animosity with Akshay Kumar!

Akshay Kumar, John Abraham 

Akshay Kumar, John Abraham

Akshay Kumar, John Abraham

Bollywood star John Abraham’s last release, Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran has received critical acclaim at the box office. The movie’s original producers and John Abraham were caught up in a murky battle regarding the movie. Both levelled accusations against the other.

There were hearsays in the media that Akshay Kumar who starred in the first film produced by the producers of Parmanu, did not support John against the producers with Parmanu.

A source had revealed to a daily, “When John was looking for support in his battle with Prernaa he immediately thought of Akshay who had collaborated with Prernaa over three films (Rustom, Toilet Ek Prem Katha and Padman). John’s association with Akshay goes back to almost a decade and he thought he would get complete support from Akshay.”

The source had further revealed, “Akshay had no complaints at all about his association with Prernaa. He saw no reason to join John’s fight against her. Even otherwise, Akshay likes to keep away from spats and controversies as much as possible.”

John cleared the air recently and posted, “Heard that my brother @akshaykumar and I are fighting..he would beat me up :) Sorry to disappoint but NO truth to this. The only explosions happening currently are on screen in Parmanu :)”

The actors have worked in film Garam Masala and are close buddies. Akshay Kumar too posted that he is looking forward to viewing the movie. “Absolutely So proud of you brother TheJohnAbraham, heard you've done a swell job in Parmanu...gonna catch it real soon. Hugs :)”

Ranbir Kapoor is OK with no social media status!

Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor, who isn't on any social media platform unlike other actors of his generation, reveals he is fine with being away from it.

Ranbir was intermingling with media at the trailer launch of "Sanju" along with co-stars Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Sonam Kapoor, Dia Mirza and Vicky Kaushal, director Raj Kumar Hirani and producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra here on Wednesday.

Questioned whether his availability on social media would have got extra mileage for his movie, he told, "I don't think so. On social media, I will be showing myself and not really what the film is. I agree that through social media, you have a reach to the larger audience but I don't miss it and I am fine being away from it. Never say never, maybe tomorrow, I will come but right now, I am happy being away from it."

The film is set to be released on June 29.

I really want Sanjay Dutt to like me, says Ranbir Kapoor!

Sanjay Dutt, Ranbir Kapoor 

Ranbir Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor at film Sanju trailer launch

Actor Ranbir Kapoor, glimpses of whose depiction as Sanjay Dutt in the trailer of "Sanju" has left the audience asking for more, tells he really wants the senior actor to like him and his work.

Ranbir intermingled with the media here on Wednesday at the trailer launch of "Sanju" with Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Rajkumar Hirani, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Sonam Kapoor, Dia Mirza and Vicky Kaushal.

Questioned how he felt depicting various phases of Sanjay's life, Ranbir told, "When I was a child, I had a poster of Sanju sir on the wall of my cupboard, and through this film, I am in his shoes. I think in my life, I really want Sanju sir to like me. I know I never can be the man he is, but in whichever way that I go about in my career as a person and even through this film, I really want Sanju sir to like me because I feel that he is man that I respect a lot and I really look up to him. I hope that he feels that I have represented his life in very honest and improved way."

The movie's trailer gives a quick glance at the several phases and challenges Sanjay has faced in his personal life, in which he has waded through a battle with drugs, multiple relationships and legal troubles.

"Sanju" is produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The film is releasing on June 29.

Paresh Rawal was destined to play Sunil Dutt?

Veteran actor Paresh Rawal, who turned a year older recently, is all set to play the role of the late Sunil Dutt in the movie "Sanju", a biopic of Sanjay Dutt. He feels he was fated to essay the role.

He tells he had once received a letter on his birthday, and it was penned by Sunil Dutt, father of actor Sanjay Dutt on whose life the Rajkumar Hirani directorial is based.

Paresh told in a statement: "There is a very special connection of Sunil Dutt with me. Back in 2005 on the May 25, I was doing some patchwork in Mumbai for 'Deewane Huye Paagal', I went to a hotel as I landed from the US to make a call to my home when my wife Swaroop said Dutt saab had sent me a letter. I asked 'Whose?' She said, 'Sunil Dutt saab'. I was like, 'Why would he write a letter to me?'. She said, 'For your birthday'. I said my birthday is on May 30, why would he write a letter five days before. Straight cut to January 2, 2017, when I was at the narration of 'Sanju' at Rajkumar Hirani's house, I got a call from Swaroop asking me what to do of the letter of Dutt saab in the drawer... amazing connection. I asked her if the letter was still there? Earlier you would get birthday letters, which you would eventually clear. However, for over 12 years, the letter stayed in my drawer. This is the connection... I think I was destined to play Sunil Dutt."

Taimur is a bright and aware child as per Kareena Kapoor Khan!

Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Taimur Ali Khan 

Taimur Ali Khan with nany

Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Taimur Ali Khan

Kareena Kapoor Khan, Taimur Ali Khan

Bollywood’s powerful couple Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s son Taimur Ali Khan is the most popular star kid in the country. At the age of 17 months, he is followed by the paparazzi everywhere he goes. Kareena Kapoor Khan told at a conclave lately that Taimur has now started posing for the cameras.

In a media chat with a tabloid, Kareena disclosed that she and husband Saif Ali Khan do not like the media attention on son Taimur. Kareena revealed, “I don’t like that at all, neither does Saif. As parents we’re scared. I’d want my son to grow up as normally as possible. Saif’s even more particular about this. He wants Taimur to grow up away from the eye of the paparazzi and the film scenario.”

When questioned if Taimur is relishing the attention, Kareena told, “No, I think he’s just wondering what they’re doing, why they’re calling out his name! He’s quite bright and aware as a child. But I’m worried. I don’t want him to get used to this kind of attention. I’m protective like any mother would be.”

Janhvi to reveal about mom Sridevi’s hesitation for her acting career!

Janhvi Kapoor is doing her Bollywood debut with Dhadak. She stars with Ishaan Khatter in the film that is the remake of the Marathi superhit film, Sairat. The movie is scheduled to hit the theatres on July 20, 2018.

Presently, Janhvi gave her first ever interview to Karan Johar for Vogue. She disclosed that her mother Sridevi never wanted her to become an actor. She revealed, “She never wanted me to be an actress. She was more relaxed about Khushi getting into films. She thought I was naïve, that I wasn’t thick-skinned enough. She wanted us to live a more relaxed life. She loved what she did but you know it was intense.”

She also recalled Sridevi’s reaction when she dropped her to Los Angeles for her acting course. “She said, “Phool ko kichad mein chhod kar chali ja rahi hu main!” (“I’m leaving my little flower in the muck”). In the wild, wild west. I think it’s cool to be naïve. It takes a certain amount of courage to not be pessimistic. I’d like to believe there is good in everyone,” Janhvi revealed.

Women are beautiful in every age and phase of their lives, reveals Kareena!

Sonam and Kareena Kapoor

Sonam, Rhea and Kareena Kapoor

Bollywood’s diva Kareena Kapoor Khan will be next seen in Veere Di Wedding. The actor is eventful with the promotions of the movie that also stars Sonam Kapoor, Swara Bhasker and Shikha Talsania.

Kareena has been working out daily at the gym. The actor astonished everybody with her abs at Veere Di Wedding's trailer launch.

About working out and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, Kareena revealed, "I am a fit girl. I have always been into fitness. It is not like I have suddenly started working out. I believe in embracing body in every form. I carried my pregnancy and my weight as well as I am doing now. I have always believed that women are beautiful in every age and phase of their lives. It is important for people to love themselves the way they are. You should be happy with what you want and your body. I did a size zero thing, but it was for a role. In Don, people said I am overweight. I am always happy with the way I am looking. Fitness is something you focus on to be healthy and active."

People are starved for new kind of films, reveals Harshvardhan Kapoor!

Harshvardhan Kapoor, Vikramditya Motwane

Bollywood’s newie Harshvardhan Kapoo is gearing up for the release of his upcoming movie "Bhavesh Joshi Superhero", tells people are starved for new kind of movies.

Harshvardhan was here with director Vikramditya Motwane at a shopping mall here on Tuesday to promote the movie.

Questioned what kind of flicks he would like to feature in, the one-film-old actor revealed, "I think I am too new and I think this film will help me to reach out to more people. So, I am taking small steps. The idea is to try and do new films so that's a more challenging road. It's not always easy, but I think the audience is very intelligent and they want new films as they have seen same things so many times over and over again. I think as a young kid or guy, it's my responsibility to do new kind of films because I think people are starved of it. So that's what I am trying to do."

Kim Kardashian’s meeting with Donald Trump for pardoning a first-time drug offender!

Kim Kardashian, Donald Trump

Hollywood star Kim Kardashian West is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday to discuss prison reform and pardoning a first-time drug offender.

Kim, 37, will first sit down with Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, before requesting Trump to pardon Alice Johnson, a 62-year-old woman who is serving a life sentence without parole for a first-time drug offense, reports in a UK based portal.

The story about Johnson's conviction and incarceration caught Kardashian's eye on Twitter earlier this year.

Ever since then, she has been campaigning for her release, and has been involved in months of talks with the White House.

She reached out to Trump's daughter Ivanka and established a connection with Kushner.

Alia Bhatt’s blown away moments after seeing Ranbir starrer Sanju’s trailer!

Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt 

Ranbir Kapoor in film Sanju

Ranbir Kapoor starrer Sanju has been hitting the right chords ever since it has been pronounced. The trailer will give you goosebumps as it explores the untold story of Dutt's life. The movie also stars Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Dia Mirza, Sonam Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Vicky Kaushal and Jim Sarbh.

Alia Bhatt has viewed the trailer and well, she is blown away with it. She posted, "Blownnnnnn away @RajkumarHirani #RanbirKapoor @sonamakapoor @AnushkaSharma @vickykaushal09 @deespeak #SanjuTrailer."

Sanju is scheduled to release on June 29, 2018.

Angelina Jolie’s Instagram debut with Elle Fanning!

Angelina Jolie and Elle Fanning

Hollywood star Angelina Jolie made her Instagram debut when she photobombed actress Elle Fanning on the set of her new movie "Maleficent 2".

On Tuesday, the Oscar-winning actress was seen smiling and flashing a peace sign behind Fanning on the set here, report a UK based portal.

Jolie was covered up in a white robe and already had her 'Maleficent' horns on with heavy make-up that included a pale face, filled in eyebrows and deep ruby red lipstick.

The caption read: "It's bring your mom to work day on the #Maleficent2 set."

Fanning also posted a photo where she was looking into the camera with Jolie's horns behind her. She captioned: "Photobomb".

I wanted Rajkummar Rao to notice me, reveals Janhvi Kapoor!

Recently, Janhvi Kapoor did her first official magazine photoshoot for Vogue's June edition.

For the magazine, Janhvi gave an interview to Karan Johar where she opened up about her mother Sridevi and her favourite actors.

About her favourite Bollywood actors, Janhvi disclosed that she likes Rajkummar Rao, Dhanush and Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

Janhvi revealed, "They’re so good! I’m attracted to someone who can immerse me, and all these actors are so expressive."

She specified that she used to remark on Rajkummar's photographs so that he notices her. "I’m not sure if I should say this, but after watching Bareilly Ki Barfi, I really wanted Rajkummar Rao to notice me, so I commented on all his photos. He’s the only person I’ve asked for a photo with."

In female actors, Janhvi discloses that Alia Bhatt is in the top form.

I am a full baby, Khushi is very maternal with me, says Janhvi Kapoor!

Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor

Late Sridevi’s daughter Janhvi Kapoor will be making her debut this year with Shashank Khaitan's Dhadak. Recently, Janhvi did her first official magazine shoot with Vogue and talked about her mother Sridevi in the interview.

As stated by a daily, in the tabloid interview with Karan Johar, Janhvi Kapoor spoke about the void Sridevi has left in her life. "Of course. I could always be the baby with her. When I’d wake up, the first thing I’d do was ask for her. I’d need her to put me to sleep sometimes and she literally had to feed me. The day before she left for the wedding, I had to shoot, but I couldn’t sleep, so I was like, “I need you to come and put me to sleep.” But she was packing, so by the time she came to me I was half asleep. But I could feel her patting my head."

When questioned if she is more paternal to her younger sister Khushi, Janhvi told, "I’ve always been very bad at that. Khushi is very maternal with me. I am a full baby. She takes care of me. Now she comes and puts me to sleep sometimes."

Salman Khan launches closely family friend Zaheer Iqbal under SKF!

Salman Khan and closely family friend Zaheer Iqbal 

Salman Khan might be eventful with the promotions of his forthcoming movie Race 3 but that doesn't stop the megastar from launching new talents. Salman is well known for launching newbies if left awe-struck with their work.

Yesterday, Salman posted a throwback picture from his young age holding a kid in his hand and left us guessing as to who will he be launching. Guess what? The predicting name finally comes to as a surprise. Salman is launching a newbie, Zaheer Iqbal, who is a close family friend. Salman first spotted Zaheer at his sister's marriage function and that's when he decided to launch him.

Salman’s banner SKF (Salman Khan Films) is producing the movie along with Murad Khetani and Ashwin Varde of Cine1 Studios. The untitled movie will go on floors in September this year and is being helmed by Nitin Kakkar of Filmistaan fame. The movie is a love story set in Kashmir. The leading lady opposite him will also be a new face and will be finalised in the next few days.

Ranbir Kapoor opens up about dating with Alia Bhatt!

Presently, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are working together for the first time in Brahmastra. Brahmastra, which also stars Amitabh Bachchan and Mouni Roy is being directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Karan Johar.

While Ranbir and Alia initially avoided the questions of their dating conjectures, it seems as if Ranbir has finally come out in the open to speak about his growing romance with Alia.

When a tabloid questioned Ranbir point blank if he was dating Alia, the actor disclosed, "It’s really new right now, and I don’t want to over speak. It needs time to breathe and it needs space. As an actor, as a person, Alia is — what’s the right word — flowing right now. When I see her work, when I see her act, even in life, what she gives is something that I’m aspiring to for myself."

On what's the best thing about being newly in love, Ranbir further added, "It always comes with a lot of excitement. It’s a new person, it comes with new beats. Old tricks become new tricks again — you know, being charming and romantic, all of that. I think I’m more balanced today. I value relationships more. I can appreciate hurt and what it does to a person much more than I could a couple years back."

Brahmastra is scheduled to release on August 15, 2018.

Priyanka Chopra’s cool moments in gym!

Priyanka Chopra photo for fitness challenge as Hum Fit Toh India Fit

Priyanka Chopra is a fitness freak like numerous other Bollywood stars and despite a busy work schedule with the actress globe-trotting the world, Priyanka never misses out on her workouts.

Priyanka took to Twitter to share a photograph while in the gym post an intense workout. In the photograph, Priyanka is seen posing with her trainers and keeps it sporty in a light blue sleeveless tee with black track pants while her hair is tied in a ponytail. Priyanka posted the photo as a part of the initiative Hum Fit Toh India Fit started by Minister of State (I/C) Youth Affairs & Sports, Rajyavardhan Rathore.

  

With the snapshot, Priyanka posted, "Thank you @Ra_THORe for a reminder that we all need to start living a healthier lifestyle.  #HumFitTohIndiaFit is a great initiative and it's motivating me to get back to the gym! #AustinCagley @breebranks are you listening?"

Taimur to learn new word as "abba" for Saif Ali Khan!

Saif Ali Khan with son Taimur Ali Khan

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan with son Taimur Ali Khan

Bollywood's powerful couple Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan's son Taimur Ali Khan has been under constant media attention since he was born. Whether it be at his playschool or basic pool time, Taimur is snapped wherever he goes.

When Kareena had been asked about the overbearing spotlight on her son, the actress had raised her concerns about how Saif and she feel awful when Taimur is snapped everywhere he goes. 

Recently, when a daily questioned about overbearing spotlight on her son to Saif, he specified, "Taimur should be freely able to take his evening outing in the park. It becomes difficult in certain situations, but the photographers are really friendly. They are just doing their jobs and they don’t push him or his nanny, which is really kind. They aren’t aggressive so I’m happy."

While we have seen Taimur walking on his own two feet now, Saif also disclosed that Taimur is picking up on some new words as well. "He has learnt a few new words. He calls me ‘abba’ and has now started to say ‘baby’ and ‘gum’. Whenever he sees a chewing gum, he would just scream ‘gum’. He likes to watch the moon, so I sit with him in my office and show him the moon," Saif proudly smiled.

Deepika's Lungi Dance in xXx 4?

Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone and Vin Diesel

Earlier, Deepika Padukone's 2017 had begun with her big Hollywood debut, xXx: Return of Xander Cage opposite Vin Diesel. Helmed by D.J. Caruso, xXx 3 also starred Nina Dobrev, Ruby Rose, Samuel L. Jackson, Donnie Yen and Tony Jaa in pivotal roles.

In the film, Deepika essayed the lead Serena Unger who had some kickass action sequences. Talks of xXx 4 immediately arose after xXx 3 released and D.J. was enquired if Deepika would star in the sequel as well.

"Oh yes. Yes, meetings next week.  Honing in on story and start dates," Caruso had posted.

Lately, D.J. took to Twitter to divulge some details on how xXx 4 should end and it had a Bollywood twist to it with Deepika in tow.

D.J. posted, "I want to end xxx4 with and Bollywood dance song. Led of course by @deepikapadukone. Lungi Dance?? Something new?"

It's both heartbreaking and endearing that Janhvi talks about her mother constantly, says Karan Johar!

Janhvi Kapoor in Vogue Magazine 

Karan Johar

Beautiful actress Janhvi Kapoor is all set to make her debut with Hindi film Dhadak, which is helmed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Karan Johar. If there was one person who was the most thrilled to see Janhvi making her way into Bollywood, it would have been her late mother and veteran actress Sridevi.

As Janhvi made her magazine cover debut with Vogue and was interviewed by none other than Karan, the filmmaker talked lovingly about Janhvi and her love for her mother.

Karan revealed, "As I interview her for her first-ever cover, I realise she's a pro, handling herself with a maturity that belies her age. It's both, heart-breaking and endearing that she talks about her mother constantly. Kapoor is not what you expect. And this is just the beginning of her story."

Post Sridevi's death, Karan saw to it that the shoot of Dhadak was a smooth ride for Janhvi.

A source had revealed, "Karan was close to Sridevi; he is also close to Janhvi now. He understands that she will not be in a position to work for a while. He has even instructed the team to take it easy with her. Having said that, Karan wants it to be a film that Sridevi would have been very proud of."

Film Dhadak is scheduled to release on July 20, 2018.

Ranbir to divulge about number of girlfriends he has had!

Film Sanju's trailer is finally out. The trailer shows Ranbir taking us through the lows and the highs of Sanjay Dutt's life. Ranbir's acting prowess is strongly supported by great performances by Paresh Rawal, Sonam Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Vicky Kaushal, and Jim Sarbh among others.

In the promo, Ranbir as Sanjay is seen disclosing the number of girlfriends he has had and the number is shocking. 350. Yes, that's the count. When Ranbir was requested to comment on his relationships, he responded, "I have had less than 10 girlfriends."

He further added, "I like love stories. I am more on the romantic side not tharki."

I am not courageous to give my life out like Sanjay Dutt, says Ranbir Kapoor!

The most anticipated trailer of Sanju is finally out. It is an exciting film as it explores the untold story of Dutt's life. The movie also stars Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Dia Mirza, Sonam Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Vicky Kaushal and Jim Sarbh.

During the trailer launch, Ranbir revealed he wouldn't bared his soul out for a biopic just like Sanjay Dutt as it's not easy to let the world know your story. "I am not courageous to give my life out like Sanjay Dutt for a biopic," said Ranbir. He added, "The most challenging part was the young Sanjay Dutt."

Sanju is scheduled to release on June 29, 2018.

Rajkumar Hirani discloses Anushka’s character name in Sanju!

Recently, the trailer of Sanju is out and a trailer launch was held recently in the city, which was attended by Hirani and the cast including Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Dia Mirza, Sonam Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.

Missing from the launch was Anushka Sharma, who is presently shooting for Aanand L. Rai's Zero with Shah Rukh Khan.

Earlier, the first look of Anushka's character from Sanju had come out in the form of a poster and Rajkumar had posted, "And here is my dear friend Anushka. It’s a special appearance....but she worked on every nuance of the role for days together. Can anyone guess who she plays?....Will reveal tomorrow at the trailer launch."

As vowed, at the trailer launch lately when Hirani was questioned who Anushka was playing, the filmmaker disclosed, "Anushka is playing Abhijat Joshi and my role."

Abhijaat is the co-writer of Sanju with Hirani and was also the writer of Dutt's film Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006).

Sanju is slated to release on June 29, 2018.

Film Sanju Trailer is a wonderful world of Sanjay Dutt!

The most anticipated trailer of Sanju is out and it deals with all aspects of Sanjay's life. From his engagement with drugs and women to his jail term due to him pleading guilty under the Arms Act in the 1993 Blasts case, we get a deeper look into what made Sanjay Dutt, the person he is today.

Ranbir's take on depicting the enigmatic actor is justified and you can see the pain, pleasure and suffering that Dutt suffered. Joining Kapoor is a wide-ranging cast who have their own stories and trysts with Dutt to tell and it includes Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Dia Mirza, Sonam Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Vicky Kaushal and Jim Sarbh. 

Sonam Kapoor’s grey saree avatar at Sanju’s trailer launch!

Fashion diva Sonam Kapoor has already started promotion for her next movie, Sanju.

Sanju is a biopic based on the colourful and controversial life of Sanjay Dutt which will be depicted on screen by Ranbir Kapoor. Joining the wide-ranging cast will be Sonam, Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Dia Mirza, Anushka Sharma, Vicky Kaushal and Karishma Tanna. Helmed by Rajkumar Hirani, Sanju will assuredly be a roller coaster ride.

At the trailer launch of Sanju, Sonam was spotted by the paparazzi moment before the launch. Sonam, who lately tied the knot with Anand Ahuja, looked gorgeous in a solid grey saree with a pleated mid-length cape which had a wide opening at the back.