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"Shah Rukh always knew about Tees Maar Khan" – Shirish Kunder
This seems to have become a national issue. Farah Khan working with Akshay Kumar for her next directorial venture appears to be nothing short of Sonia Gandhi suddenly deciding to join BJP (sorry, couldn’t think of a better analogy). Pretty much making all around headlines, the news of Shirish Kunder turning producer for Tees Maar Khan which stars Akshay Kumar, is directed by Farah Khan and doesn’t feature Shah Rukh Khan anywhere in close vicinity, has been the hottest recipe of the season. Over to Shirish who bares his heart out and tells Joginder Tuteja all about the past, present and future of his debut production. Really, is it that big an issue which is being made out currently? Just like an actor has all the right to work with any director, same holds good for a filmmaker too, isn’t it? Forget the entire point around a director looking at working with his/her favourite actor. The point here is why are some sections of media hell bent on calling this as a war or something. It isn’t as if Farah isn’t working with Shah Rukh Khan at all. Her Happy New Year is still happening with him and it is pretty much a part of the plan. It’s just that in the time available to her, she is plugging in another film that happens to be with Akshay Kumar. However, why is everyone trying to find a controversy here? It isn’t as if Farah has dropped plans for Happy New Year and has replaced that with another film. It isn’t as if Farah has dropped plans for Happy New Year Perhaps all these talks stem from the fact that Farah Khan has been known for her affection towards Shah Rukh. Also, she is believed to have stated around the release of Om Shanti Om that she would work mainly with Shah Rukh, as apparent in her first two directorial outings (that include Main Hoon Naa). Maybe, maybe. In any case, it was me who was supposed to direct Tees Maar Khan first. It’s just that when Farah read the script, she jumped on it. She said – ‘Wish, I could make this film’. The moment she said that, I gladly handed over the script to her. It’s as simple as that. It was me who was supposed to direct Tees Maar Khan first. It’s just that when Farah read the script, she jumped on it Really, was it that simple? Yes, really. See, anyways Farah and I were looking at getting a production house started and Tees Maar Khan seemed like a good opportunity to do that. What better way to do that than split responsibilities and have it as an entire in-house affair. I couldn’t have definitely handled both production as well as direction departments. This is why I decided to get the show running by donning a producer’s hat while Farah picked up the directorial reins. Tees Maar Khan is anyways a very Farah Khan kind of film! What makes you say that? You must have seen Om Shanti Om and Main Hoon Naa. You would certainly be aware about the language that she talks. Her films are meant to be complete masala entertainers that cater to all segments of audiences and Tees Maar Khan does exactly that. I am so convinced that we have the best case scenario here. Was it equally challenging to convince Shah Rukh Khan as well who must certainly have been hoping to feature in each of Farah Khan films? Or was he not required to be kept in loop? When I was writing Tees Maar Khan, I always had Akshay Kumar in mind. So there is no question of Shah Rukh feeling upset or anything. He knew about the film from the very beginning so obviously there were no questions to be asked when Tees Maar Khan was announced with Akshay. Now if someone out there wishes to get 1 and 1 together then we can’t help that, right? Well, this 1 plus 1 stems from the hot topic making the rounds that you and Farah went ahead and signed Akshay quietly because Shah Rukh had roped in Reema Kagti instead of you for his film The Zoya Factor. Yes, even I read about this from papers. However, the fact is that I had nothing to do with The Zoya Factor. I wasn’t even aware of a movie like this till I read about this so-called controversy. I have been so involved writing Tees Maar Khan that there is nothing else on my mind for all these years. Tees Maar Khan is anyways a very Farah Khan kind of film This is something that makes one wonder that how do you intend to stay away from direction for so many years. Your Jaan-E-Mann came 3 years back and now that you have got into production for Tees Maar Khan, it would be at least one more year before you get behind the camera yourself. Isn’t the director in you craving to call the shots? It is, it is (laughs). But then kya karen, we also have to set up our production house. Even that is important. Maybe when things settle down, I will fulfil my love for directing movies. If I get involved in a project, I really get hands on Perhaps you could get your first love of editing movies come in handy for Tees Maar Khan. After all before turning a director, you had edited quite a few flicks in the decade gone by? (Laughs) Yeah, if time permits then why not? If I get involved in a project, I really get hands on. Like in case of Jaan-E-Mann, I had even done the background score. Though I really don’t know how much time I will actually get for Tees Maar Khan. Running a production house is a full day job yaar! So when do you get the film on floors? That should be in March 2010. And how about the leading lady? We are still hunting for her. She could be an established actress or a new girl. We are open to both.
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"After Yuvvraaj…I need a big HIT" – Subhash Ghai
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He is known as the ‘Showman of Bollywood’ and has been in this industry for over 3 decades. He is none other than Subhash Ghai, filmmaker of blockbusters such as Hero, Ram Lakhan, Karma, Saudagar, Khalnayak, Pardes and Taal to name a few. His production house Mukta Arts is now ready with its latest release Right Yaaa Wrong that stars the lethal combination of Sunny Deol and Irrfan Khan for the first time ever. As the film opens across cinema halls today, we caught up with Mr. Ghai and spoke to him about this edge of the seat thriller. Is Mukta Arts producing or presenting Right Yaaa Wrong? Mukta Arts has funded the movie as world right controller and are the distributors all over India. We are a public company and we do enter into joint ventures with various production houses. In the past too, we have had such deals with Anil Kapoor, Satish Kaushik etc. Right Yaaa Wrong is a thriller directed by debutant director Neerraj Pathak and it is presented by Mukta Arts. Right Yaaa Wrong is a permanent question in every human being’s life. We always question our actions whether it is right or wrong, be it legal, moral, ethical, or social. What is the significance of the title Right Yaaa Wrong to the context of the film? Right Yaaa Wrong is a permanent question in every human being’s life. We always question our actions whether it is right or wrong, be it legal, moral, ethical, or social. We all take Right and Wrong actions knowingly or unknowingly at some point or the other. Today this debate of Right Yaaa Wrong has taken a whole new meaning hence we thought it would be the apt title. This is the first time that Mukta Arts has worked with actors like Sunny Deol, Irrfan Khan and Konkona Sen Sharma. How has the experience been? The experience has been wonderful. They are real and natural actors and bring a new breeze in acting in Right Yaaa Wrong …You have to see it to believe it. What made you a fund a thriller like Right Yaaa Wrong considering comedies are the flavor of the season? I don’t think so. People love thrillers. Race was a thriller which did well, even Ghajini was an action thriller. Personally, I liked the script of Right Yaaa Wrong and had full faith in director Neerraj Pathak’s abilities since he has written some good films like Pardes and Apne. The bedroom scenes that you are referring to were always part of the script. Eesha had read the script and was fully aware of this. So there is no question of her being upset. Is it true that Eesha Koppikhar was upset about retaining some her steamy bedroom scenes in the film that she shot before her marriage? Both Eesha and Konkona have given a tremendous performance. The bedroom scenes that you are referring to were always part of the script. Eesha had read the script and was fully aware of this. So there is no question of her being upset. The film is releasing on March 12th – the day when the IPL commences. Do you think it will hamper the business? IPL will be there but people’s love for watching good films is never-ending. No IPL can stop a good film from running to packed houses. What are some of Mukta Arts’ future projects? We have Hello Darling releasing next, and there is also a romantic comedy called Paschim Express-With Love that is made by all the actors and technicians of Whistling Woods International. What about your next directorial venture? When does that start? I am still scripting. I just finished the first draft but have to make a few more changes. In my last film Yuvvraaj, I focused more on the visuals part of it which didn’t work with the audience. This time around I have to be extra careful. I need a Big Hit. It will take me around 6 months more to finish scripting. I plan to start sometime during Diwali this year On a closing note will you like to direct Sunny Deol in one of your films? Surely…If I have a right script for him then why not? Sunny has given a mature and intense performance in Right Yaaa Wrong and he is sure to surprise you with his acting.
"Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai is an ideal date flick" – Milap Zaveri
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Writer Milap Zaveri has written either script or dialogues of films as diverse as Masti, Kaante, Jhankaar Beats, Naksha, Heyy Babyy, Musafir and also Housefull amongst a dozen odd films. However, when it came to making his debut as a director with Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai, he decided to opt for a love story with dollops of humour and emotional moments embellished into it. “That was the idea”, reveals the young man, “I am a romantic at heart but I am a fun loving guy as well. I needed a certain freshness to be brought on screen for my very first film and what better way than to start with a romantic comedy. The idea of a girl from Venus coming to Earth in search of love was so enticing that I knew I had to do it. Once I put my head down into the giving a concrete shape to the script, there were so many moments, whether funny or emotional, which came in that it was difficult to pick and choose between them.” Describing Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai as a film which is aimed at children and youngsters, Milap adds, “When I recall my school or college days, I remember that despite all the action flicks and family dramas around me, the ones that I enjoyed most during my dates or outings with friends were romantic comedies. Of course in 80s there weren’t many such films being made but then as and when something good came, I lapped on to it.” The scenario has indeed changed today when romantic comedies are considered to be a safe bet with at least one film belonging to this genre hitting the screens month after month Talking about the lead actors of JKSAH, Riteish Deshmukh and Jacqueline Fernandez, Milap says, “I am so glad that I found them both for my very first film. Riteish is a dear friend and we have been together since the days of Masti where I was the writer. There was some casting flip-flip around the leading lady of Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai but once I met Jackie, I knew she was the one. She had to be a part of my film. One can’t find such a beautiful and loveable alien anywhere. She is out of this world. Well, literally!” Tagging the film as an ideal date flick, Milap admits that he is quite positive about the box office performance of Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai. “First and foremost it is the first of its kind love story between a boy from Earth (Riteish) and a girl from Venus (Jacqueline). Then, there is loads of comedy, music and romance! Also 9th April is lucky for Riteish and me as our first huge hit Masti had released on 9th April in 2004.” But isn’t he bothered about competition from IPL? After all the T20 tournament would be heating up in a big way around the release of the film. “The important thing is to make an entertaining film. Years ago, Biwi No. 1 came during the World Cup and it was a super hit. Similarly Jannat too was a super hit during the first IPL. I always feel that a good film can do well during any tournament, be it IPL or anything else”, he adds in a confident tone. Also starring Ruslaan Mumtaz, Sonal Sehgal and Vishal Malhotra in principal roles, Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai boasts of a plethora of guest appearance from Farah Khan, Akshay Kumar, Sajid Khan, Amrita Rao, Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra, Anushka Sharma and Vidya Balan. With music by Sajid Wajid and lyrics by Sameer, Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai is presented by Warner Bros and is a co-production of Nikhil Advani and Mukesh Talreja.
Shahid Kapoor and Anushka Sharma chosen as brand ambassadors of Vaseline
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He is ‘Mr. Hot’ while she is ‘Miss Cool’. He says ‘Waah! Life Ho Tho Aisi’… while she exclaims ‘Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi’. And together they form ‘Badmaash Company’! We are indeed talking about Shahid Kapoor and Anushka Sharma, who will now be seen complementing each other in YRF’s next. Well, if you thought that, this was the news that we are telling you, then, our answer is no. According to our confirmed sources, news is that Shahid Kapoor and Anushka Sharma have now been chosen as the Brand Ambassadors of the skin care major Vaseline. This is one pair which the industry folks are waiting with bated breath to see. One may have to wait for a while to see this golden pair’s magic on the silver screen, but for now you can definitely get a glimpse of them in the TVCs of Vaseline, that’s supposed to go on air soon!
"The background score of Road Movie is non-Indian" – Michael Brooks
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How many of us ever thought that a Bollywood film would have music by a complete foreigner? Well that’s exactly the case with the film Road, Movie. Famous Canadian Guitarist, Michael Brook has given background score for Dev Benegal’s Road, Movie. Michael has contributed to U2’s famous album The Joshua Tree in the form of his invention – the infinite guitar and was also nominated for Grammy Awards in 1996 for his production work and as co-artist on Pakistani singer Nusrat fateh Ali Khan’s album, Night Song. Apart from these, he has also contributed for the album Rock Paper Scissors. While for Hollywood, Michael has done a number of film sound tracks including the music for Albino Alligator, Mission Impossible 2, Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Truth and Sean Penn’s critically acclaimed, Into The Wild. Bollywood Hungama spoke to Michael to find out more about his compositions and of course his experience of working in Bollywood. The first question on everyone’s mind is, how did Bollywood happen to you? I had some connection with the producers from the past, and I believe that Dev Benegal, the director was aware of my music. What made you sign Road, Movie? A combination of the beauty and emotional resonance of the film and Dev’s deep musical knowledge and creative ideas was enough cause and reason for me to say yes and sign the film. What according to you is unique about its background music? I’d say that the dominant aspect of the music is that it is quite distinctly non-Indian and strongly influenced by African music. This was Dev’s concept to try and create an exotic but non-specific atmosphere. So in a way yes this is some unique kind of music. The dominant aspect of the music is that it is quite distinctly non-Indian and strongly influenced by African music From making music for popular bands, creating breakthroughs like inventing the Infinite Guitar, to making music for Hollywood big wigs to Bollywood now, how has the journey been? Pretty good really. I’m extremely lucky to be able to do what I love to do and to earn a living. It’s a very privileged position and I appreciate it. Also having a 2 1/2 year old son is an equally rewarding experience. Tell us about your experience of Bollywood now that you have had a first hand taste of it? I’m not sure that I really experienced Bollywood as all of the work was done in my studio at home and we didn’t have the big dance and singing production numbers. Maybe my clichéd view of Bollywood is outdated. I have however played a concert in Chennai with Mandolin U. Srinivas and we did rehearse in some of the film studios, which was a very cool experience. How different is Bollywood from its western counterpart? My, again possibly not quite valid, impression is that Bollywood filmmaking is much more spontaneous and improvisatory than Hollywood. But I gather that Indian films are getting larger and more structured in their productions and that some film e.g. District 9, are being made more through an improvisatory process. What was the biggest challenge while doing the music for an Indian film? A big challenge was in trying to be other worldly without being unfocussed emotionally with the score. Was the language a barrier? The challenging part was that I don’t have the same cultural history as Dev, or probably most Indians, and so some aspects of the film had a different resonance for him e.g. Scherazade. You have also worked with Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, how did that come about? I was asked by Peter Gabriel to work with Nusrat, probably based on what Peter heard in my first solo record Hybrid. When I was in Pakistan, about 12 years ago, I saw some really great singers at a concert, but I really don’t have much awareness of what is going on there now. So what are your future plans about Bollywood, does it look promising and would you like to do more work here? I don’t have plans, but certainly would love to do more projects with Bollywood. Certainly would love to do more projects with Bollywood Do you think there is now more interaction between the Asian and American / European markets than before or is it just the ‘Slumdog effect”? I think that there has been a gradual increase in awareness of the richness and depth of Indian culture over the last 40 years. Slumdog gave a kind of turbo boost to that process and I hope that it continues. I think that there has been a gradual increase in awareness of the richness and depth of Indian culture over the last 40 years You’ve composed scores for Mission Impossible 2 & Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Truth too. Can you share some special moments from these experiences? These two films are probably at opposite ends of the spectrum of my experiences. Both were good. On MI2, I was part of a very large team assembled by Hans Zimmer. It was great to work with so many people and I really enjoyed the kind of community of musicians and composers that I was part of. AIT was a much more delicate and solitary process, a great deal of which was trying to figure out where music should go. It turned out that we couldn’t really have music when AL Gore was lecturing as it made it seem propogandish. So there is only music when he is talking about his life or events outside the lecture. Having invented something like the Infinite Guitar, you must have a thing for instruments. What’s your favourite Indian instrument? My two favourite Indian instruments are the Shenai, particularly when played by Bismallah Khan, and the Veena. Which one (Indian instrument) have you used the most in Road, Movie? We didn’t use Indian instruments. The background score is one of the most important character of any film. Which film’s background score has impressed you the most till date? Recently I’ve come to appreciate the work of David Newman in his many scores, Wall-E, American Beauty, Cliff Martinez, Solaris, and of course the early work of the great Ennio Morricone. More recently, I thought that the score to Sherlock Holmes was really good You must have been one of the first people to see Road, Movie – what was your reaction? My first impression was of stunningly beautiful imagery and rich, intriguing characters. Did Abhay Deol impress you as much as Tom Cruise? Undoubtedly Which other Indian artist (Music or Films) have you been introduced to and like hearing or watching? I have been enjoying The Bombay Connection Volumes 1 and 2, collections of music from Bollywood films of the 60s and 70s
Farah Khan’s Tees Maar Khan set to release on December 24, 2010
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This Christmas, audiences are in for a big treat with Farah Khan’s Tees Maar Khan which is set to release on the Christmas Eve, December 24. Says Farah, “I’m really happy that we will be releasing Tees Maar Khan on the 24th December, 2010. TMK is a very kid friendly, holiday season kind of film, full of fun, big dance numbers and action comedy. It’s just the kind of film you’d want to watch in the holidays.” Still in its filming stages, Tees Maar Khan is already in the news for its leading jodi Akshay Kumar & Katrina Kaif and director Farah Khan’s track record for delivering two super-hit films. Says Akshay Kumar, “Tees Maar Khan will be our gift to audiences this holiday season. It’s a great film with a great script and with Farah you know you’re in for a treat with larger than life scenes, great music and hilarious dialogues. The movie will have you laughing uncontrollably.” Tees Maar Khan is produced by Shree Ashtavinayak Cinevision Ltd. and Shirish & Farah’s home production ‘Three’s Company Pvt Ltd.’ and co-produced by Akshay Kumar’s ‘Hari Om Productions’.
"Working in KCK wasn’t akin to being on a home ground" – Deepika
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Om Shanti Om, Bachna Ae Haseeno, Love Aaj Kal – Pick up any of the successful films that Deepika Padukone has been a part of and it is quite obvious that she has always had an important role to play in the film’s narrative. In fact even in a box office disappointment like Chandni Chowk To Chowk, she did have ample screen time with a double role to her credit. This is why when one sees her in a couple of song sequences and a light hearted scene or two in Karthik Calling Karthik, one wonders if this is all that she has to offer in the film? One wonders if there is space for any quintessential romance in Karthik Calling Karthik. Beyond a couple of love songs and a night club number, Deepika and Farhan can’t really be expected to romance around the trees in the film. So how does the entire romantic angle merge with the narrative? “Well, at the end of the day this film is a thriller”, agrees Deepika who is stepping into this genre for the first time, “Having said that, it was quite a lot of fun and challenge for me to be a part of it. The film is very different from its subject, plot, look and treatment perspective. I am glad to be doing something of this kind since I truly believe in what was explained to me abut Karthik Calling Karthik and hence chose it.” One also tends to believe that working in this film must have been akin to being comfortable in a home ground for Deepika. After all she comes from similar urban sensibilities and by the look of things; Karthik Calling Karthik too has its roots in being an urban contemporary tale. “Well, not really”, Deepika shakes her head in disagreement here, “The minute you become a part of a film, you transform from your real self to being a character. This is where you potential as a performer comes in. Shonali is very different person from what I am in real life. Hence, there was a definite effort involved in bringing her alive on screen. It wasn’t like being on a home ground for sure.” From an actor of her stature who has been gradually rising up the ladder, Deepika can’t be expected to have signed a film for the lure of big banner, big bucks and a rising star. There has to be a lot more than that and perhaps the promos are not showing it all while primarily focusing on Farhan’s character of ‘Karthik’. So is Deepika the ‘band muththi’ a.k.a. a surprise element in this debut directorial venture of Vijay Lalwani? “Well, keep guessing”, Deepika gives that mischievous smile here, “It is a thriller after all and I can’t be expected to reveal anything beyond a point. Of course you are right in saying that my roles have always boasted of good substance in them and Karthik Calling Karthik is going to be no different. Beyond that, I would rather be mum and wait for you to watch the film and then react.”
"Ajay is not dark or moody" – Konkona Sen
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For someone who has close to 20 released films to her credit in last 5 years, Konkona Sen Sharma is doing quite good for herself. More so because ever since her debut effort way back in 2002, Mr And Mrs Iyer, she has seen more bouquets coming her way and hardly any brickbats. Ok, so an occasional Dil Kabaddi doesn’t quite do much justice to her acting talent but the fact remains that when it comes to performance, Konkona is the one that many a film maker are vouching for today. While Wake Up Sid did get her the kind of critical and commercial acclaim that is always expected from her, the beginning of 2009 had a fantastic Luck By Chance as well. Both were relatively serious films though. Now with Atithi Tum Kab Jaaoge? up for release, can one comfortably believe that this is one film which would allow her to have some fun as well. “Why are you forgetting The President Is Coming”, she smiles, “I guess it has been THE most, light hearted comedy that I have ever done. It was totally an out and out comedy and it’s unfortunate that it didn’t get the kind of visibility that it truly deserved.” “It was such an awesome film but then I guess because of the kind of system that we work in, not many people knew about it. Also, the names involved were not that huge due to which The President Is Coming got sidelined. Sad but true”, she sighs. She cheers up though once the conversation steers towards Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge? and her co-star in the film, Ajay Devgn. “If you ask me, he is exactly like many other actors that I have worked with, most recently being Ranbir”, she says fondly, “Ajay is someone with whom you can easily strike a conversation and get chatting. He is a happy and easy going person rather than being dark and moody. I still won’t say that I know him very well but whatever I have seen of him, he is really quite friendly.” With the kind of ‘respected’ success that she has enjoyed over the years, especially with a true money spinner like Wake Up Sid not too far back, what does she feel about the direction that her career is taking? After all she seems to be seated quite comfortably in the big league with the likes of Karan Johar and Farhan Akhtar rooting for her after Yash Raj Films (Laaga Chunari Mein Daag, Aaja Nachle). “Honestly speaking, all the films that have happened to me so far are incidental. I don’t really plan and think much about the films I am doing or would be doing”, says Konkona, “I can’t really be making a decision that if I do something like this, my career would be driven in a particular direction. Yes, I have to admit though is that currently I am quite content with my career and have no complaints whatsoever.”
Madhavan skips Sundance, goes on US tour to discuss 3i with NRI audiences
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Madhavan missed his appointment with his 3 Idiots co-star Aamir Khan at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this month. During his recent visit to Canada with his wife and son, Madhavan was invited by Aamir to the Sundance Film Festival. But then man proposes, God disposes. Aamir’s father passed away. Says Madhavan, “I was supposed to join Aamir at the Sundance Film Festival and in fact all set to leave from Canada to the US when news came that Aamir had to rush back. Of course I was disappointed. I was hoping to participate in the festival with Aamir and catch his film Peepli Live which I haven’t seen. But more than disappointment about missing Sundance I was concerned for Aamir’s loss. We all were.” With Sundance being cancelled Maddy decided to take a different route. He decided to do an American tour entitled ‘Coffee With An Idiot’. Explains Maddy, “It was a very selected gathering, intellectual and fun at the same time. The whole idea of ‘Coffee With An Idiot’ was inspired by 3 Idiots. I wanted the film’s success to be take-off point for cozy sit-in dinners with a selected audience in four American cities namely Dallas, San Jose, New Jersey and Chicago. The interaction in each city lasted for nearly two hours.” Just back from his ‘Coffee With An Idiot’tour, Maddy was struck by the level of intellectual and mass connectivity the NRIs in the US had with 3 Idiots. “It’s opened up a whole new discussion on the education system and the role of Indian cinema in bridging the gap between Oriental and Western perceptions on the power of the youth.” Now Madhavan wants to take his ‘Coffee With An Idiot’ discussion to other parts of the world. “In many ways I owe the concept and its success to Aamir Khan. If 3 Idiots hadn’t happened, such a creative forum discussing education and the youth wouldn’t have opened up. On a more microscopic level it was Aamir’s invitation to Sundance which actually made my ‘Coffee With An Idiot’ tour Possible.” Quite like the protagonist in 3 Idiots, Madhavan seems confused about his future. “I’ve a thriving career in Tamil and my career in Hindi cinema has just found its bearings. I can’t pretend that a 3 Idiots will happen again. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon. So when I am asked during the promotional tours of Teen Patti if it will be as big a success as 3 Idiots, I feel like throwing my hands up in the air and running the other way.”
Freida Pinto to play Greek priestess in Tarsem Singh’s War of The Gods
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Ever since she made her debut with the film Slumdog Millionaire, Freida has been creating waves from the film’s victory at the Oscars, to her being signed on for Woody Allen’s next. She is certainly going places. However, the latest news is that Freida has been signed on for yet another Hollywood film War of The Gods. While Freida has completed her shooting Woody Allen’s You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger opposite Josh Brolin and Naomi Watts, and Israeli film Miral, which has been directed by Julian Schnabel, she will be working in War of The Gods which is based on Greek mythology and will be directed by Tarsem Singh. It begins production in April. The story revolves around the warrior Theseus, who leads his men into battle with the Greek gods to defeat evil and the other elder gods in order to save mankind. Freida who plays a Greek priestess in the film, portrays Phaedra, an oracle priestess who joins Theseus, to prevent the cataclysmic war from erupting. The film which is scheduled to go on floors this April is being produced by Gianni Nunnari of Hollywood Gang Prods, Mark Canton of Atmosphere Entertainment and Relativity topper Ryan Kavanaugh.