Sunday, 11 November 2007
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Aishwarya ,Abhishek & Amitabh Bachan At Pre-Diwali Function
There was a lot to watch out for on Sunday night at the annual pre-Diwali function that was held for Mumbai’s police force at the Andheri Sports Complex.A lot of Bollywood stars graced the occasion, but the ones who stole the limelight were the Bachchans. Amitabh and Abhishek walked in with the pretty Bachchan bahu, Aishwarya. According to sources, while the Bachchans were enjoying the performances, King Khan walked in.
Raveena Tandon Set To Make a Comeback
Matrimony motherhood twice over…and now back to the movies! Yes, Raveena Tandon is all set to make a comeback."Ever since my husband Anil and daughter Rasha happened to me I've been constantly getting offers. Quite frankly, they never stopped," confesses Raveena. "But they weren't the kind to tempt me back."
Some major offers have made Raveena re-consider her temporary sabbatical from the cameras. "One of them is a movie where I've the central role. So far post-marriage the offers have been rather thanda-thanda and nothing cool-cool.
But this one is a meaty woman-oriented film. See, if I do a film now it can't be the usual pony-tailed Jill-in- a-drill kind of thing. I'd be happy to do this one film, as long as they don't clash with my daughter's routine."
The other offer, which Raveena is tightlipped about, is for a non-fiction programme on a news channel. "Doing tv is even easier for me because I can synchronize my clock according to Rasha's schedules. In any case she's the least problematic child. Not at all cranky like her mother."
Raveena would be the latest in a longish line of married actresses who returned after motherhood.
The successful ones were….Raakhee (returned successfully with Kabhie Kabhie & Tapasya), Sharmila Tagore (did her most successful films like Aradhana, Amar Prem and Mausam after marriage), Dimple Kapadia (had a fab innings post marriage and motherhood with Sagar, Rudaali and Lekin), Hema Malini (continues to be a queen way past marriage and grownup daughters
Nandana Sen:Hot Scenes Don't Embarrass Me
Nandana Sen, daughter of Nobel Winner Amartya Sen, has been in the film industry for eight years, but has not been able to make a mark for herself as yet, despite being considered an accomplished actor.
That does not dampen her spirit, nor does it deter her from trying harder. She will soon be seen in Anand Rai's 'Strangers', with Jimmy Shergill and Kay Kay Menon.
Q. How would you describe your role in 'Strangers'?
A. I play the role of Preeti. The character has many shades. I like her honesty and sense of responsibility. It is a very realistic role, and not at all imaginary. She is looking for love. She is good looking and ugly at the same time.
She is generous and she is cruel. She lives in London. That is where she meets Rahul (Jimmy Shergill). And the story then moves forward.
Q. Tell us something about your director, Anand Rai.
A. He is one of the most talented directors, who is spontaneous and brilliant at the same time. He improvised the characterization on set, and could make all actors, senior or junior, good or bad, feel equal.
Q. How similar, or dissimilar, are Preeti and Nandana?
A. Quite dissimilar. The only common factor between the two is that both have been born and brought up in London, but are Indian at heart.
Q. Tell us about your co-stars Jimmy Shergill and Kay Kay Menon.
A. I would rate them amongst the best of the best artistes. Incidentally, Jimmy is my favourite. He is outstanding in this film, and I believe the audience will actually hate him when they watch him portray the obnoxious character that he plays. I would like to request the audience to appreciate his acting, and despise the character, not him.
Q. Is it true that this film is a copy of the Hollywood 'Strangers'?
A. Absolutely not. It is a fresh, original story. Of course, Anand Rai may have been inspired by something he read or saw, but the treatment is entirely his, as is the story.
Amrita Rao:I love Working With Shahid
After establishing herself firmly in the hearts of her North Indian fans with her film, 'Vivaah', Amrita Rao is preparing to win over the South Indian audience with her Telegu film, 'Atithi'. Acting in a Marathi film is the top entry in her wishlist. We catch up with the petite actor.Q. Now that you have been in the industry for five years, why did you suddenly feel the need to do a Telegu film?
A. I come from a non-filmy background. When I first set foot into this industry, there were a few offers from the South, but since Bollywood was my first priority, I had to reject them.
One gets only one single chance to prove himself in this industry, and that is why I though that I would think of regional films later. This film offer came to me after 'Vivaah', and I thought it was a good time for me to get into regional movies.
Q. Was there any particular reason that 'Atithi' appealed to you so much?
A. Telegu films are very hero-oriented. The heroine only gets to dance and sing. This film, however, has a strong role for the heroine. I get to work with the Padmalaya banner, and I have Telegu superstar Mahesh Babu as my co -star.
My other co-stars are a dream cast, and they add so much to the movie. I get to do all the things that a hero usually does in these films. All these factors made me sign the movie.
Q. Tell us something about your role in this movie.
A. I play a bubbly college girl. She brings fantasy into her life, making it real. In the beginning of the film, you will see me in a 'Matrix' action sequence. I also get to enact some comedy scenes with comedians Brahmanandam, Sunil and Venu Madhav, three of the best comedians in the South film industry.
My character undergoes a complete makeover towards the end of the movie. I consider myself very lucky to have bagged such a multi- faceted role.
