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Dish TV cuts entry cost in south India

Hyderabad, July 9 (IANS) In an attempt to make deeper foray into southern direct-to-home (DTH) television market, Dish TV Wednesday announced reduction in entry cost and a special hat-trick offer for its subscribers in four southern states.

Wednesday, July 09, 2008 9:04:13 PM

'Naagin' - a Hindi film by a Hollywood director!

Mumbai, July 9 (IANS) Mallika Sherawat will play the lead role in 'Naagin - The Snake Woman' - the first Hindi film to be directed by a Hollywood director!

Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:55:49 PM

Rs.49 million subsidy announced for Tamil films

Chennai, July 9 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government Wednesday announced that 70 films were eligible for a total subsidy outlay of Rs.49.7 million during the current fiscal.

Wednesday, July 09, 2008 7:22:35 PM

Cotton ready to shine as evening wear

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) In the world of fashion, cotton is predominantly associated with saris and salwaar kameez suits, but many designers are now experimenting with this soft and comfortable fabric to give it a completely new look - as evening wear.

Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:44:01 AM

I'll make my next film out of Mumbai: Shoaib Mansoor

Mumbai, July 9 (IANS) Filmmaker Shoaib Mansoor's 'Khuda Kay Liye' was the first Pakistani film to find a theatrical release in India in over four decades. The director now plans to shoot his next movie in Mumbai.

Wednesday, July 09, 2008 7:32:28 AM

My character is loosely based on Barkha Dutt: Shriya Saran

Mumbai, July 8 (IANS) First Preity Zinta's character in 'Lakshya' was modelled on well known journalist Barkha Dutt and now Shriya Saran portrays her in 'Mission Istanbul' that is releasing Friday.

Tuesday, July 08, 2008 2:12:06 PM

I want to change people's attitude to music: Vasundhara Das

Bangalore, July 8 (IANS) Singer and actress Vasundhara Das wants to enlighten fans of film songs about other forms of music too. And she loves being part of the World Music band that tries to experiment with diverse rhythms and tunes.

Tuesday, July 08, 2008 7:55:06 AM

Bollywood stars to form human chain against terrorism

Mumbai, July 7 (IANS) Several Bollywood stars, including Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan, have become part of a unique initiative where celebrities and over 2,000 volunteers are set to form a human chain Aug 15 to raise their voice against terrorism.

Monday, July 07, 2008 9:05:43 PM

Looking at Tibet through filmmaker Tsetan's camera lens

New Delhi, July 7 (IANS) Meet Sonam Tsetan, one of the many young Tibetan filmmakers living in exile outside their country, who is trying to redefine the political turbulence in Tibet through his lens and narrative.

Monday, July 07, 2008 10:39:38 AM

I was bored with some of my recent comedies: Paresh Rawal (Interview)

Mumbai, July 7 (IANS) Bollywood's lovable comic actor Paresh Rawal, who in a way gave a whole new meaning to comedies, now admits that he was actually ashamed of some of the recent films he did.

Monday, July 07, 2008 7:12:31 AM

Tamil director wins producers' council poll

Chennai, July 6 (IANS) Film director Rama Narayanan won the Tamil Film Producers' Council (TEPC) elections held here Sunday by a decisive margin.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 10:39:57 PM

Truly Indian teen movie still a far cry in Bollywood (Weekly Roundup)

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) It had all the makings of covering every aspect of growing up in a country that is transitioning faster than any other place on earth, but 'Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Na' falls just short of becoming a truly Indian teen movie.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 6:03:53 PM

Mithun to prosecute Rati Agnihotri in 'Chal Chalein'

Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Mithun Chakraborty, the original disco king of Bollywood, will be seen sharing screen space with his 1980s co-star Rati Agnihotri in 'Chal Chalein'. But they won't be seen as sweethearts.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 2:57:11 PM

Theron's tidiness causes problems for boyfriend

London, July 6 (IANS) Oscar-winning actress Charlize Theron's obsession with cleanliness is causing friction at home because she keeps 'hiding' her boyfriend Stuart Townsend's stuff.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 11:33:31 AM

Now, an Indian film on Apostle Thomas

Chennai, July 6 (IANS) Who was the man who inspired the English term 'doubting Thomas'? Was he a contemporary of Jesus, or a faithful disciple or a fourth century Christian merchant?

Sunday, July 06, 2008 11:09:21 AM

'Fear Factor' helps celebrities face their fears

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Jumping from choppers, facing fires and hanging from tall buildings - 'Fear Factor-Khatron Ke Khiladi', hosted by Bollywood action hero Akshay Kumar, has helped its star contestants face their biggest fears.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 11:05:25 AM

Irrfan to take haircutting lessons for 'Billo Barber'

Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Actor Irrfan Khan plays the title role in Priyadarshan's 'Billo Barber' and says he will learn the art of haircutting from a roadside barber to make his character look real.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 10:31:41 AM

Navjot Sidhu's wife in hospital after poisoning

Patiala, July 6 (IANS) Cricketer turned politician Navjot Singh Sidhu's wife has been admitted to a private hospital in this Punjab city following poisoning and dehydration.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 9:03:27 AM

Vidya Balan and Rakhi Sawant hit it off and how

Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Actress Vidya Balan was invited to Rakhi Sawant's new talk show and the two ended up becoming good friends. And now Vidya can't stop praising the item girl.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 8:28:25 AM

I was happy letting Aamir do the talking: Imran Khan

Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Imran Khan, touted as the new chocolate boy of Bollywood, says comparisons with uncle Aamir Khan are inevitable. In fact, he is happy to let his illustrious 'maamu' do all the talking for his debut film 'Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Na'.

Sunday, July 06, 2008 7:00:03 AM