Putting the failure of 'Mistress Of Spices' behind, Aishwarya Rai is now gearing up for the release of her next international film 'PROVOKED'. Directed by Jag Mundhra, it is based on a true story. Here we present a short synopsis of the film that candidly tells an absorbing story in few words: Her suffering was unimaginable... Abused and beaten. Her freedom came at a price.... Her solution. Unthinkable... Locked up by fear... Freed by imprisonment.. …

This summer is turning out to be highly exciting for real life jodi of Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor. On one side they have a success in the form of '36 China Town' while on the other they have a 'Chup Chup Ke' releasing coming Friday. The two must have heaved a sigh of relief as their pairing was finally accepted post the debacle of 'Fida'. When '36 China Town' opened to poor reviews, soothsayers had a field day calling the pair jinxed, but …

For second time in a row, Emraan Hashmi doesn't get to play the title role in a film by Vishesh Films. First it was 'Gangster' where Shiney Ahuja played the title role, though each of the three protagonists in the film (Shiney, Emraan and Kangana) had a good part to play in the film's success. Now in the next film from the same production house, 'The Killer', the central role of a killer is played by Irrfan Khan while Hashmi plays a cabbie! Incidentally …

Bollywood continues to churn out fresh subjects as a part of experimental cinema on a regular basis. Now it's the turn of a film on the lives of taxmen who are required to perform a critical job in a selfless manner. What are the challenges they meet and the struggles they overcome while being exposed to temptation and resistance all the time forms the crux of the film 'Eik Dasttak'. Starring Vasundhara Das in the lead who has been a part of quality …

Talking of Vishesh Films and Emraan Hashmi, it's time to look at their last hit together - GANGSTER. While the film is still doing reasonably well even 4 weeks after the release [when even some so-called biggies fall flat at the end of first week itself], it's time to bring the 'Gangster' home as the film's original DVDs and VCDs are out on stands. Starring Shiney Ahuja, who does a superb job in the lead role of a gangster, the film marks the debut …

Now that's one image makeover that calls for immediate attention. Sushma Reddy, a hot shot model, made a reasonably good debut as a news reporter in 'Chocolate'. Playing a Julia Roberts look-alike character (who is sexually conscious yet confident woman) in the film who makes a funny picture while goofing up at every instance, she was a part of some lighter moments in the otherwise heavy film. A girl of today living in London, she had a western …

Reshammiya's presence in the musical scene has only made life easier for journos like us. There is not a single day when the composer/singer doesn't make news and it is inevitable for his work to find a place in media. The man has been known for his unique style of composing and singing that has ensured that he has at least one potential superhit number [sometimes extending to even 3-4] in each of his films for which he is roped in. The same can …

With a very successful dream debut in '36 CHINA TOWN', super hunk UPEN PATEL is back in his hometown to savor the success with his family who are based in London. His mom, who is high profile with a political background, is quite proud of her son's achievement that too on his own steam. She is extremely pleased with his well deserved success. Says Upen, "It feels so amazing!! It's like the whole world has changed around me. It's my dream come true. …

Amisha's performance in the film 'Ankahee' has been well appreciated. She has been inundated with calls & SMS about her much understated performance and de-glam look in Ankhahee. The heart wrenching performance in the scene where she confronts Esha behind closed doors is being hailed as the pick of the lot! Says a visibly excited Amisha, "I feel so overwhelmed by the calls I have been receiving about my de - glam look & performance in Ankahee. In …

Ye To Hona Hi Tha... Himesh Reshammiya [no, we are still not tired of the man!], who just delivered a HIT in the form of 'I Love You O Sayyoni' [Aap Ka Surroor] just a week back, is back with a number that is sure shot going to propel the film's album into the charts. The song is 'Ae Meri Zohrajabeen' that was destined to be a hit on the day it arrives on the screen and the film is 'Phir Hera Pheri'. A promotional music video that may also feature …