Showing posts with label AKSHAY KUMAR. Show all posts
Showing posts with label AKSHAY KUMAR. Show all posts

Saturday, January 22, 2011

A Harley-Davidson for Akshay from Twinkle on their anniversary


Despite Akshay Kumar’s Casanova image and despite the fact that marriages in Bollywood as a norm do not last long, Twinkle Khanna has managed to keep the reins of her marriage tightly in her hands with her love and dedication.
When they celebrated their tenth anniversary on January 17, Twinkle Khanna won over her husband’s heart by gifting him a custom-made Harley-Davidson shipped all the way from USA and costing over $7000 (almost R 3.5 lakh). The bike is in sexy maroon-and-chrome color and has specialized features.
Akshay is known for his love for bikes and had always dreamed of owning a customised high-end bike with a laidback, comfortable seat as he likes to ride with Aarav and Tina in the pillion. Not to mention, Akki was more than thrilled and immediately took Tina and Aarav out for a spin in Juhu.
Akshay is a safe driver and always wears his helmet and undertakes all the safety measures one requires for a safe ride.

Thursday, December 23, 2010

Sheila Ki Jawani Full Song

  
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Sheila Ki Jawani – Tees Maar Khan Movie Songs Lyrics and Video

Cast and Crew of Movie Tees Maar Khan

Bollywood Movie: Tees Maar Khan
Casts of Tees Maar Khan Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Akshaye Khanna
Movie Director of Tees Maar Khan: Farah Khan
Music Director of Tees Maar Khan: Vishal – Shekhar
Singer for the Song Sheila Ki Jawani: Sunidhi Chauhan, Vishal Dadlani
Lyricist for the Song Sheila Ki Jawani: Vishal Dadlani


Sheila Ki Jawani Song Lyrics

I know you want it
But you never gonna get it
Tere haath kabhi na aani
Maane na maane koi duniya
Yeh saari, mere ishq ki hai deewani

Hey hey,
I know you want it but you never gonna get it
Tere haath kabhi na aani
Maane na maane koi duniya yeh saari
Mere ishq ki hai deewani
Ab dil karta hai haule haule se
Main toh khud ko gale lagaun
Kisi aur ki mujhko zaroorat kya
Main toh khud se pyaar jataun

what’s my name
what’s my name
what’s my name
My name is Sheela
Sheela ki jawani
I’m just sexy for you
Main tere haath na aani
Na na na sheela
Sheela ki jawani
I’m just sexy for you
Main tere haath na aani

Take it on
Take it on
Take it on
Take it on

Silly silly silly silly boys
O o o you’re so silly
Mujhe bolo bolo karte hain
O o o
Haan jab unki taraf dekhun, baatein haule haule karte hain
Hai magar, beasar mujh par har paintra

Haye re aise tarse humko
Ho gaye sober se re
Sookhey dil pe megapan ke teri nazariya barse re
I know you want it but you never gonna get it
Tere haath kabhi na aani
Sheela
Sheela ki jawani
I’m just sexy for you
Main tere haath na aani
Na na na sheela
Sheela ki jawani
I’m just sexy for you
Main tere haath na aani

Paisa gaadi mehnga ghar
ani na mainu ki gimme your that
Jaibein khaali bhadti chal
No no I don’t lie like that

Chal yahan se nikal tujhe sab laa dunga
Kadmon mein tere laake jag rakh dunga
Khwaab main kar dunga poore
Na rahenge adhoore
You know I’m going to love you like that, whatever

Haye re aise tarse humko
Ho gaye sober se re
Sookhey dil pe begapan ke teri nazariya barse re
I know you want it but you never gonna get it
You never gonna get my body
I know you want it but you never gonna get it
Tere haath kabhi na aani
Maane na maane koi duniya yeh saari
Tere ishq ki main deewani

Ab dil karta hai haule haule se
Main toh khud ko gale lagaun
Kisi aur ki mujhko zaroorat kya
Main toh khud se pyaar jataun

What’s my name
What’s my name
What’s my name

My name is Sheela
Sheela ki jawani
I’m just sexy for you
Main tere haath na aani
O no no sheela
Sheela ki jawani
I’m just sexy for you
Main tere haath na aani
Sheela
Sheela ki jawani
I’m just sexy for you
Main tere haath na aani

Ain’t nobody got body like sheela
Everybody want body like sheela
Drive me crazy coz my name is sheela
Ain’t nobody got body like sheela
Everybody want body like sheela
Drive me crazy coz my name is sheela
Ain’t nobody got body like sheela

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Khiladi Akshay to represent India at Winter Olympics


Bollywood’s Khiladi No. 1 Akshay Kumar feels privileged as well as nervous to run with the XXI Winter Olympics torch on Thursday in Canada. The XXI Winter Olympics are slated to start from on February 12,
2010 in which around 80 countries are participating. The competition includes eight sports, like ice hockey, figure skating and Alpine skiing. Last time in 2006, India had sent a team of four members to the competition held in Turin, Italy for sports luge, cross-country skiing and Alpine skiing, but India didn’t win any medal. So it seems like the pride of the nation is in Akshay’s hand this time.


When we wonder how an actor is chosen for the honour, Akshay explained, “I definitely didn’t get nominated because of my cricket skills. I may be a celebrity, but with great power comes even greater responsibility. I have put a lot of effort over the years supporting and being brand ambassador for the ‘Special Olympics’ in India. I would go to any lengths to promote sport in my country, my efforts have been appreciated worldwide, and I am touched that India shares my enthusiasm. To be honoured to carry the Olympic torch is so prestigious in every country; you can’t ask for this honour, you can only be recognised for your true love and dedication to children, to sport, to bettering your country’s involvement in the world. You can’t imagine how grateful I am. And how nervous as well!”

Akshay will be the only actor among 14 other international celebrities to run with the torch.

Khiladi Akshay to represent India at Winter Olympics


Bollywood’s Khiladi No. 1 Akshay Kumar feels privileged as well as nervous to run with the XXI Winter Olympics torch on Thursday in Canada. The XXI Winter Olympics are slated to start from on February 12,
2010 in which around 80 countries are participating. The competition includes eight sports, like ice hockey, figure skating and Alpine skiing. Last time in 2006, India had sent a team of four members to the competition held in Turin, Italy for sports luge, cross-country skiing and Alpine skiing, but India didn’t win any medal. So it seems like the pride of the nation is in Akshay’s hand this time.


When we wonder how an actor is chosen for the honour, Akshay explained, “I definitely didn’t get nominated because of my cricket skills. I may be a celebrity, but with great power comes even greater responsibility. I have put a lot of effort over the years supporting and being brand ambassador for the ‘Special Olympics’ in India. I would go to any lengths to promote sport in my country, my efforts have been appreciated worldwide, and I am touched that India shares my enthusiasm. To be honoured to carry the Olympic torch is so prestigious in every country; you can’t ask for this honour, you can only be recognised for your true love and dedication to children, to sport, to bettering your country’s involvement in the world. You can’t imagine how grateful I am. And how nervous as well!”

Akshay will be the only actor among 14 other international celebrities to run with the torch.

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Hera Pheri team to hit theaters this Friday


De Dana Dan movie poster

The Hera Pheri team- director Priyadarshan, stars Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal and Suniel Shetty - is the dream team in Bollywood, who is once again ready to create the same laugh riot with De Dana Dan.
However the bonus this time is the magical romantic pairing of Katrina Kaif and Akshay Kumar. The film is about to release on November 27 and promises to roll off audience from their seats.

Ratan Jain, producer of the film, said, “For most of the filmmakers of Bollywood, this is a dream team. The Hera Pheri combo is back to entertain after a gap of nine years. Of course, as a bonus, there is the hit jodi of Akshay and Katrina who have a magical romantic track inthe film.”

Jain is happy with his productions house’s long association with Priyadarshan having produced films- Hungama, Hulchul, Garam Masala earlier. De Dana Dan’s cast includes 26 top comic actors from the industry. However, Katrina who recently played a comic role in Ajab Prem Ki Ghajb Kahani is excited about this film too.

Hera Pheri team to hit theaters this Friday


De Dana Dan movie poster

The Hera Pheri team- director Priyadarshan, stars Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal and Suniel Shetty - is the dream team in Bollywood, who is once again ready to create the same laugh riot with De Dana Dan.
However the bonus this time is the magical romantic pairing of Katrina Kaif and Akshay Kumar. The film is about to release on November 27 and promises to roll off audience from their seats.

Ratan Jain, producer of the film, said, “For most of the filmmakers of Bollywood, this is a dream team. The Hera Pheri combo is back to entertain after a gap of nine years. Of course, as a bonus, there is the hit jodi of Akshay and Katrina who have a magical romantic track inthe film.”

Jain is happy with his productions house’s long association with Priyadarshan having produced films- Hungama, Hulchul, Garam Masala earlier. De Dana Dan’s cast includes 26 top comic actors from the industry. However, Katrina who recently played a comic role in Ajab Prem Ki Ghajb Kahani is excited about this film too.

Friday, August 14, 2009

Theatrical trailer of Blue

Check out the theatrical trailer of Blue starring Akshay Kumar, Lara Dutta, Katrina Kaif,Sanjay Dutt and Zayed Khan. Like it?

Friday, August 7, 2009

Kareena Kapoor and Akshay together again in Imtiaz's Next Film

By Jano
Imtiaz Ali’s next film would be for the production house Shree Ashtavinayak (who lately ran out of ‘Luck’).Says Imtiaz, “I was supposed to make a film with Ashtavinayak featuring Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor. Though it was a story written by me I didn’t quite like it myself. So I dropped the idea. I’ve no idea what I’ll be making for them. But I’m committed to do film for them next. Though we haven’t discussed my price or anything.”Imtiaz has also been signed by Sajid Nadiadwala to direct a film.Nowadays Imtiaz Ali spends the maximum time with people of a rather dubious social standing. His best friends at the moment are black-market ticket-sellers at movie theatres. They’re the ones who are keeping him constantly informed about the boxoffice progression of Love Aaj Kal.In fact they are so familiar with Imtiaz’s movements they track him down wherever he is to give him an update on his film’s collections.Says Imtiaz, “These black marketers are fearless and they mean business. They won’t tell me anything but the absolute truth about the ticket sales. They are the best and most reliable source of information on how my film is doing.The trade analysts have their own take, and the buzz within the industry tells me nothing about how the film is actually doing.Because everyone has his own axe to grind So I’ve found this method of monitoring my collections.”Imtiaz knows all the black-marketers by their names. He know where they live and they are free to visit him any time. The entire time since his film’s release Imtiaz has been hobnobbing with his friends in the black zone.

On Monday he was spotted outside Mumbai’s Chandan theatre at noon, inquiring anxiously about the shows for Monday.“They told me they had bought tickets to sell in ‘black’ rates for Monday evening and night and they had bought out the tickets for all the shows on Raksha Bandhan so I’m happy.”Imtiaz intends to celebrate with his friends from the black zone once the film is a certifiable hit.I’m not going by anyone’s verdict except theirs ” says Imtiaz resolutely. “You can call it a bit of chor bazaari in my life.”Imtiaz is upset by the guarded critical response to Deepika Padukone’s performance in Love Aaj Kal. “I think she really really got the point. She understood the character and its aspirations and she took her on internally. The best compliment for Deeepika came from Saif. After seeing the film he said Deepika gave a better performance than him.”.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

Katrina Kaif's shooting as Amrapali for De Dana Dan

Katrina Kaif seems to be on an experimenting spree when it comes to her on-screen wardrobe. After donning a casual college girl look in New York, the actor will be seen in an Amrapali-like avatar in Priyadarshan’s De Dana Dan. Katrina Kaif, who’s currently in London to spend time with her family, has just finished shooting for a song Main baarish kardoon paiso ki for the Venus production at Mehboob Studios in Mumbai. Choreographed by Ganesh Hegde, the track composed by Pritam is an energetic, fun and contemporary number that sees Katrina Kaif and Akshay Kumar undergoing three or four costume changes, according to producer Ratan Jain. The song also features the other lead actors– Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Sameera Reddy and Neha Dhupia in contemporary costumes.Talking about Katrina’s look in the song over an email from London, designer Rocky S, says, “The brief given to me about the song in order to design Katrina’s look was that it was energetic, fun and contemporary. Since we wanted a retro-ethnic look, I felt it could be well-achieved through an Amrapali look, adorned with traditional jewellery like baju bandhs and mukuts.” Commenting on whether Katrina, who’s never donned an ethnic Indian grab before, had any apprehensions about the look, Rocky clarifies, “There were no apprehensions whatsoever from Katrina or the director once we discussed the idea. In fact, Katrina was a great sport and felt quite confident with the experimentation of outfits. The transition from the retro-look to an ultra-glam diva ensemble and eventually a new-age hip-hop artiste was pulled off by Katrina with much aplomb.” As for the rest of the film, Katrina has a fresh, clean and young persona in the film with a couple of saris as well, according to the designer. .

Kareena Kapoor:I've raised the bar for fashion

Source:http://www.santabanta.com/cinema.asp?pid=29827
Having been effectually designated a style icon Kareena now intends to go off on a long shopping binge in various fashion capitals.“I have to. I’ve no choice. I’m looked at as a fashion statement. Very tiring, but flattering. Dress designer Aki Narula has set imposible standards of fashion for me through my films. Now I’ve no choice but to live up to those standards. I’ve raised the bar for fashion.”Then Kareena adds, “After Kambakkht Ishq in Qurbaan Aki has again made me look so special.”Very shortly Kareena will be off for along global shopping expedition. “It becomes tiring for everything I wear to be in the media glare. I constantly need to be well dressed. It’s a price I’ve to pay, in more ways than one.I don’t have a choice but to have my wardrobe filled with choices. Nowadays when I go abroad I find myself spending more time in the shops than holidaying.It’s a responsbiliy.And I do need to be chic all the time. But my being a fashion icon also depends on my attitude and mood of the moment.”Are there two Akkis in Kareena’s professional life now? Akshay and Aki Narula?Has Kareena shifted loyalties from dress designer Manish Malhotra to Aki Narula?“No. I love Aki’s work and plan to use his clothes very often. But Manish and I go back a long way. He dressed up my sister to stardom and then me. We’re not the kind of people who move on in our friendships. I’m back with Manish Malhotra in 3 Idiots and the remake of Stepmom.I’ll be dressed up as a stylish young girl. I’m planning to cut my hair. I’m really proud to be called stylish. I like that. The clothes and designer depend on the character and film.In Jab We Met I was simply dressed in salwar kameez. In my forthcoming films Qurbaan and 3 Idiots I am minimalist in my clothes. But KI was about beautiful surfaces and shallow people. I had to dress immaculately.The standards for a heroine’s look and styling had to be raised. In terms of clothes, lopok hair and makeup we’ve done that in KI. The fact is, I wanted to look very different. I wanted to look larger than life.”Kareena gives the credit for her Kambhakkt look to her designer Aki Narula. “He went shopping for my clothes and accessories. This may be a masala film. But I’ve never worked harder.

In terms of styling and body language even dance and drama I really worked hard. I wanted it to be a phataka kind of role. I wanted the audience to come out breathless.”Kareena found it very hard to play the stuck up b…tch in KI. “I got to play someone very different in KI. Now when people see me in Qurbaan they’ll be shocked again.If I can carry off Kohapuri chappals in Omkara I am equally at home in Jimmy Choos in KI. I’m equally proud of both kind of films. Madhuri did a Mityudand and a Choli ke peeche side by side. Look at the films actors like Madhuri, my sister Karisma, Saif and Akshay did in the 1990s. And look where they got!I guess I was lucky.” .

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Kambakkht Ishq had Earn Rs.1 billion in first week

Despite mixed reviews for its weak storyline, Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor starrer romantic comedy "Kambakkht Ishq" has grossed Rs.100 crore (Rs.1 billion) at the box office in its first week.Distributed worldwide by Eros with around 2, 000 prints worldwide, "Kambakkht..." hit more than 1, 400 screens in India and about 600 overseas in a combination of prints and digital format.Directed by debutant Sabbir Khan, it released across India as well as in Pakistan, Britain, US, Australia, Europe, South Africa, Fiji Islands, the Middle East and Malaysia, among others.Released July 3, the film opened to extraordinary advance bookings courtesy its unprecedented buzz and has brought a new lease of life for Akshay's flagging career after two major duds "Chandni Chowk To China" and "8X10 Tasveer"."'Kambakkht Ishq' is doing exceedingly well in all the overseas markets. All major markets like US, Gulf, Australia and even Pakistan have shown extraordinary box office performance in first week, " said Pranab Kapadia, president of Eros International in a statement released here Friday.Kapadia looks after Eros' distribution in Europe and Africa.Nandu Ahuja, the senior vice president who looks after distribution in the domestic market for the company, says after the overwhelming weekend collection, the movie is going steady."The film has remained steady during the week post the stupendous opening weekend. The film is continuing to show fabulous collections and we are sure the film will continue to enjoy a fantastic run, " he said.Co-produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and Sunil A. Lulla, the film was made on a budget of Rs.62 crore (Rs.620 million) including print and advertisement costs and has grossed around Rs.70 crore (Rs.700 million) in the domestic market and Rs.21 crore (Rs.210 million) overseas.The music and digital rights of the film have fetched around Rs.10 crore (Rs.100 million)The film earned around Rs.19 crore (Rs.190 million) worldwide on its opening day.Apart from the death-defying stunts by Akshay, the film also has much publicised cameos by Hollywood stars like Sylvester Stallone, Brandon Routh and Denise Richards. .

Friday, July 10, 2009

Katrina is falling into Akshay's arms Very Foolishly !!!!

Katrina Kaif is perhaps the most-demanded actress in Bollywood today. She looks pretty on screen with an infectious smile but she is not a beauty with brains if we are to go by her words. She admitted that she made a mistake by foolishly falling into the arms of Akshay Kumar, who was known for his affairs with fellow co-stars at one point of time.Buzz up!ith strings of hits together, Katrina seemed to have developed trust on action king Akshay but she never knew that she would hurt herself in the process. She said that she foolishly bent her back on Akshay's arm while shooting for a song sequence in De Dana Dan and injured her back. He added that she should have warmed up before falling into Akshay's arms.Katrina has injured her back and reeling in pain but she is not in the mood to disturb the schedule of the film. She is eager to join her family in London after wrapping up De Dana Dan and then go to Italy for a holiday. In spite of the pain, she is taking comfort in Akshay's words that the film would be a hit, as they have given their blood for it.Well, Katrina still seems to have trust in Akshay!

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Akshay Kumar treats Katrina Kaif as a Baby!!!

Akshay Kumar, whose sizzling onscreen chemistry with Katrina Kaif has always led to speculations regarding their off-screen romance, knows Katrina’s likes and dislikes more than perhaps his wife. After doing several super hit films together, the duo has developed loving and caring attitude towards each other. Akshay knows that Katrina is a delicate darling and if kept under water, she is bound to fall sick.According to latest news, the hot onscreen couple was shooting for a rain song at a Mumbai studio for Priyadarshan’s ‘De Dana Dan’. Akshay was wearing a thin kurta while Katrina wore a chiffon sari with a sexy blouse and they were dripping wet. After several re-takes the shot was declared okay but by that time Katrina was shivering.Akshay immediately came to the aid of the damsel in distress and showered her with his loving care. He ordered air-conditioners to be switched off, huge towels to be brought and then asked Priyan and choreographer Pony Varma to “please look out for Katrina’’.Then, he wrapped Katrina in one of the huge towels and eavesdroppers heard Katrina muttering - “God, he treats me like a baby.’’.

Iam the Best Kisser, Ha ha! :Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar who just visited the Spanish countries Honduras and Puerto Rico has picked up a super-cool smattering of Spanish terms and phrases which he uses generously on his family, much to their amusement and annoyance.Of late language has become an abiding passion with Akshay. More than the cuisine or the touristic sights Akshay is fascinated by the language of the countries he visits.Often Twinkle would be seen shopping during the just-concluded vacation while Akshay would strike up a conversation with strangers.Says Akshay, “I like connecting with foreigners, understanding their language. It’s not enough for me any more to speak Hindi, Punjabi, Marathi and English. I want to know foreign languages. The only way for me to grow as an actor is to broaden my horizon. ”Voice modulation and languages were invariably considered Akshay’s weak points as an actor. He is determined to change that.So does Akshay intend to be as good with languages as he’s with kissing? His Kambhakkt Ishq co-star Denise Richards has described him as a good kisser.Akshay guffaws, “Yeah, I heard about that. Hmmm. It’s not as if I travelled to the moon or achieved something to be proud of. But anyway I’m happy.Good action hero, good comic actor, and now good kisser. Maybe people will start calling me a good actor soon. I’m working on it. ”Akshay Kumar who has just completed the last lap of his vacation with his wife and son is more amused than flattered by being designated a good kisser About matching paces with Sylvester Stallone in Kambhakkt Ishq Akshay jokes, “It’s only because I take Chyawanprash. But don’t tell Stallone about it. I don’t want him to start taking it also. ”On a more serious note he says, “When I was working as cook in Bangkok I had three posters on my room’s wall. Bruce Lee, Sridevi and Sylvester Stallone. The first of my idols I couldn’t work with. But I’ve been lucky enough to work with Sridevi and Stallone. ” .

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Kambakkht Hit: Good days are back for Akki

It has been proved that out-and-out entertainer created with conviction has always generated an unparalleled euphoria amongst the masses.The advance booking for Sajid Nadiadwala’s KAMBAKKHT ISHQ which opened in advance on a Sunday instead of the customary Wednesday saw serpentine queues at all multiplexes.It was as if this movie had taken Bollywood back in time, where hordes of fanatical film buffs would excitedly crowd around the ticket window waiting for the counter to open.And that’s exactly happened this Sunday when the box-office at all multiplexes witnessed history being recreated.A trade analyst called up Sajid Nadiadwala within an hour of the opening of the advance booking and complained that he was unable to procure tickets for his family since all shows for the entire weekend were sold out at the PVR cinema, Juhu, Mumbai.In retrospect this was expected, since Sajid Nadiadwala’s KAMBAKKHT ISHQ was one such film waiting to sweep the audiences off their feet from the day it was launched.Be it the box office magic of Akshay Kumar or Hollywood participation by Sylvester Stallone, Brandon Raouth and Denise Richards, or the Akshay Kumar-Kareena Kapoor kiss-a, or Kareena’s supermodel avatar or the chartbuster title track, KI has been in the news and on the right track right from day one.Taran Adarsh a trade analyst says, “Kambakkht Ishq got huge openings for yesterday’s paid preview. It was 100% across all places In Mumbai alone 62 screens paid previews garnered 100%. Today most of the place early morning shows i.e. 9:30/10 am shows are 90 – 95% full.Places like Rohtak in Haryana collected Rs 55,000 Net out of Rs 60,000 Houseful capacity. Place like Amritsar will be collecting Rs 1 lac which is overcapacity by 200-250 audience. Lucknow was around 90-95% morning shows. Audience’s report is very positive”Sajid Nadiadwala’s brand of cinema has mastered the art of catering to popular palates. Blockbusters like Jeet, Judwaa, Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi and Heyy Babyy have statistical evidence of his almost 100% track record.When asked how he always manages to induce the immense interest levels for his projects, amongst the audiences, Sajid Nadiadwala modestly maintains “Right from the onset, whilst identifying a project, the focus is always to go beyond ones past achievements.The audience expects this from us. Afterall they too are growing with time and technology. I feel if we respect our audience’s expectations to be entertained convincingly, only then can we connect with them completely in the cinema halls.”Sajid’s philosophy seems to be working big time, once again with KAMBAKKHT ISHQ.A total amount of 2030 screens worldwide will be showing the film from 3RD July 2009.This is nearly a 15/20% increase from the screens that played Ghajini.Heyy Babyy opened to 95 screens in Delhi whereas KAMBAKKHT ISHQ will open to 155 screens there.So as the box-office number game is about to be flagged off, trade pundits are already calculating that even at an average of Rs 5 Lacs per cinema collections, KAMBAKKHT ISHQ has the potential to gross worldwide more than Rs 100 Crores in its very first week..

Monday, June 29, 2009

Both Katrina, Kareena have sex y bodies: Akshay

Akshay Kumar has worked with both Kareena Kapoor and Katrina Kaif in several films, but can't decide who is better. The action king says both are "wonderful actresses" and have "sexy bodies"."Both Kareena and Katrina are really good but who is the better among them depends on their roles in the films. Otherwise, both of them have sexy bodies and are absolutely wonderful actresses, " said Akshay when asked to choose his favourite of the two.Akshay has done four films with Katrina including "Namastey London" and "Singh Is Kinng", while he has worked with Kareena in five that include hits "Ajnabee" and "Aitraaz". The two are set to scorch the screen once again in their upcoming action-cum-romantic drama "Kambakkht Ishq", which releases Friday."In 'Kambakkht Ishq', Kareena has performed very well. Her character required to answer back at me and be strong and she has portrayed it in a powerful, yet lovable way. On the other hand, even Katrina was really good in 'Namastey London'. So it's not really about my choice... it all depends on their roles, " the actor told over phone from Puerto Rico in the US, where he is on a holiday.Akshay, who has spent more than 18 years in the Hindi film industry, says acting with a new league of actresses is a learning experience."As a senior actor, I don't always have to give out tips to the younger ones. In fact, I feel I can learn a lot from the younger generation because they have new ways of acting and a different approach to work."I cannot particularly point out what I have learnt from them (Kareena and Katrina) yet, but yes, working with them was a learning experience, " said the actor, who has also teamed up with Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone and Ayesha Takia.Akshay plays a Hollywood stuntman in "Kambakkht Ishq", which also boasts of big Hollywood names like Sylvester Stallone, Denise Richards and Brandon Routh - working with whom has been a "dream come true" for the actor.In the film, Akshay has done what he is best at - action and daredevilry - something that had taken a backseat in his career for a while."I decided to stop doing stunts till Aarav (son) turns at least six. Now I'm back at it again. In 'Blue', which is an action thriller, I have done some death-defying stunts like the one where I had to swim 150 feet underwater with 30-40 sharks. But I will talk about it sometime later, " he said.At the moment, the 41-year-old actor is pinning hopes on Sajid Nadiadwala's "Kambakkht Ishq" to bail him out after his much-publicised films "Chandni Chowk To China" and "8X10 Tasveer" fizzled out at the box office."I'm expecting great response for this film. Though I had worked very hard in 'Chandni Chowk...', the response didn't turn out to be as expected. Some people and critics didn't like it and '8X10 Tasveer' was more like an art film, which has a niche market in India. 'Kambakkht Ishq' is a complete entertainer and I hope the audience appreciates it, " he said.Apart from "Kambakkht Ishq", Akshay will also be seen in "Blue", "De Dana Dan" and "Action Replay". .

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Akshay Kumar's message to Kambakht Critics

Akshay Kumar has never been Critics' favourite actor. So this time Khiladi Kumar ahs decided to connect with them as the influence the decision of an average moviegoer. In his latest blog he writes:Now that the mutliplex strike is over, I am a relieved man. The eight weeks between April 9 and June 5, 2009 were one of the darkest phases for the Indian film industry. We needed to address serious issues with the multiplexes; however, we also lost out precious revenue in this period.The movies are back but our worries as the film fraternity are far from over. Have you realised what the scenario will be in the next few months of 2009? Movies, big and small, will be jostling for space at the box office. I don’t know how many of these will get their rightful due because of the mad rush.There is a difference between a buffet and an a-la-carte meal. A buffet is not necessarily the best way to enjoy a meal. Likewise, a rush of movies at the theatres from now on could be like a buffet with the audience not being able to savour their meal.There are also two other issues that I must write about in the context of movies. One is about piracy; we lose on an average at least 35 per cent of our box office revenues to piracy. My sincere plea to movie-watchers in India and overseas is please watch our movies in theatres. Don’t watch pirated DVDs.My second request, please be clear about this — it’s a request, is to the critics. Hello, all critics — would you guys kindly consider bringing out your reviews after the first weekend? Okay, if that is too late, then, bring it out on a Saturday. Give us a clear Thursday / Friday to showcase our movies..

Akshay Kumar:Kambakkht Ishq is an illogical film

Akshay Kumar believes in entertaining audiences even if his films come with an 'illogical' tag. He admits that his forthcoming "Kambakkht Ishq" belongs to the same category."I don't want to get into logical films... I am happy doing films where one can keep discussions around logic at home, " Akshay Kumar told on phone from the US where he is currently on holiday."I want people to come with their parents and children, munch popcorn while the movie plays, get entertained, have some nice lunch or dinner after the show ends and then go back home happy and smiling, " he added."See, for so many Hollywood or Bollywood films out there, you don't ask around whether a particular scene or happening is possible or not. Look at James Bond movies - now don't we see so many illogical things out there? But we are fine and rightly so because these films eventually entertain. You don't search for logic there and in the same way, 'Kambakkht Ishq' too is an illogical film", said Akshay.Releasing July 3, the film, also starring Kareen Kapoor, was extensively shot in in Hollywood.
"And I am extremely lucky to have found this opportunity for myself. You get to see and do so many big things in just one film. Where else would you otherwise get a chance to shoot in Kodak theatre?"You set your film in nothing less than Universal Studios, then you do stunts along with Brandon Routh (better known as Superman), you romance with Denise Richards and Kareena Kapoor and then the ultimate pleasure is to share screen space with Ramboji (Sylvester Stallone), " he said.For Akshay, working in a film like "Kambakkht Ishq" was akin to a dream coming true."Frankly, the film was not just a journey but a roller coaster ride. There are so many big and known names who are a part of the film. Moreover, what's even better is that each of the aforementioned names are essential part of the film. It's not that they have been roped in just for the sake of it. There is no gimmickry involved and you will realise that once you see the film, " said the actor.Commenting on the film's budget, he said the makers of "Kambakkht Ishq" haven't gone overboard."The film's budget is decent in fact, not that huge as some may believe, It's a reasonable budget around Rs.45-50 crore and is in the similar range as 'Chandni Chowk To China' or a 'Singh Is Kinng'. We haven't gone overboard at all."He also said that in spite of so much being packed in this Sabbir Khan directed film, the makers have kept the film's length in check."Don't worry, we won't take much of your time", joked Akshay, "The film boasts of some power packed entertainment in those 2 hours and 15 minutes. I guess that is quite reasonable for a film of this scale." .

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Akshay, Kareena Kapoor kisses 10 times!

Kareena Kapoor is in a better position to rate Akshay Kumar when he puckers up.There are reports that the film Kambakkht Ishq has as many as ten lip locks between Kareena and Akshay. The pair will steam up the screen as they kiss repeatedly in the film.Our source said, “While everyone is aware that there is a kissing scene between Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor, no one knows that they have lip locked as many as ten times. The news has been very hush hush as both the lead actors were of the opinion that it should not be leaked out. However, now that the film is releasing and there are many trial shows going on, people who have seen the film are aware of it. Many people in the trade are also surprised that both the stars agreed to so many. In fact, four among the 10 kisses feature before the pre-climax. The chemistry between Akshay and Kareena is excellent and they both have beautiful bodies and look extremely sexy onscreen”The chemistry between the two will prove if the tonsil boxing translates into a hit. Sajid Nadiadwala, the producer of the film laughed and said, “Why do you want me to tell the whole world if there are so many kisses in the film? Let the audience watch the film and they will know about it.”

Kambakkht Ishq is a Guaranteed paisa-vasool

By Jano
"I grew up in a middle class environment where going to the theatre to watch a movie was a monthly affair.So it had to be a grand film that we wouldn't waste our money on. It's the same case with majority Indian families today. That's why I've made sure I made a universal, paisa-vasool film, " KAMBAKKHT ISHQ director Sabbir Khan makes a valid point.Everyone's hoping (and praying) that KAMBAKKHT ISHQ does the trick. How did Sabbir bag this prestigious project? "The sole person responsible for pushing me to this stage is Sajid Nadiadwala.I'm here because of his persistent confidence in me, " Sabbir reveals, adding in the same breath that Sajid noticed the spark in him after he assisted David Dhawan in MUJHSE SHAADI KAROGI.Casting the Hollywood bigwigs must've been tough."It all started when I made a joke and Sajidbhai ended up taking it seriously. He managed to convince the actors and made it possible, " Sabbir says, adding in the same breath, "Working with them (the Hollywood stars) is something I'll never forget.I'd like to recall a particular incident, while shooting with Stallone. We were shooting at Kodak Theatre and had a crowd of approx. 6, 000 people that day. There was so much noise then, but the moment Stallone walked on stage, there was pin-drop silence. Such is the charisma of that man."What is Sabbir's next move? His next movie? "Right now, I just want to take a long vacation and may be, write. My next film will be with Sajidbhai again, which is scheduled to go on floors next year, " he reveals. .