Katrina and the Crystal Factory

Katrina Kaif was shooting for Subhash Ghai's Yuvvraaj at the world famous Swavroski showroom in Austria recently. Known for its landmark jewelry and showpieces, unit members began teasing Katrina saying that the rare crystal pieces would catch her attention more and the shooting work less.

"What piece of jewelry should I buy for myself? What piece would best adorn my home?" were the questions, the unit members said, that surely troubled Katrina. But surprise, surprise! Katrina was only focused on her work. Her attention was completely on the scene that was being shot.

"Not even once did Katrina's attention get drifted towards the showpieces and the jewelry. She was completely immersed in her work. She was 'crystal' clear about her career. Anybody in her place would have easily given into the temptation of walking around the beautifully decorated store and shopped like a maniac. But not Katrina."
The unit members decided to honor Katrina's dedication towards her work.

"We bought a gift from Swavroski for Katrina and presented it to her after the shooting got over. She was touched by our gesture," a unit member revealed smiling.

The unit member added, "Swarvroski usually do not allow any shooting to take place in their stores. But they made an exception for Subhash Ghai's film. They even kept the store shut that particular day. But thousands had gathered to watch the shooting of the film."

source: glitz

Trailers of 'Paathshala' to be exposed tomorrow

Every film lover around knows that a film titled as 'Paathshala' is being made but still the time has not come for it to turn up the heat.
This situation can change after October 17 as Big Pictures is all set to release the trailer of the movie.
The presence of the youth sensation Shahid Kapur in the movie is sure to get the film much mileage and once the promos gets out from the next day on the big screens; it is just a matter of some days for the film to become a hot property high on the most awaited list.
The trailer of the film will be shown with the forthcoming movie 'Karzzzz'
'Paathshala' is directed by the award winning Marathi director Milind Ukey and has music composed by Hanif.
The other cast members are Nana Patekar, Ayesha Takia, Sunny Singh, Shraddha Arya and Sushant Singh.
Famous child artists Swini Khare, Ali Haji, Dwij Yadav are also doing key roles in 'Paathshala'.
The story of the film is based on the Indian education system and speaks about some contemporary and socially relevant issues relating to children.
'Paathshala' will hit the big screens in January 2009.

This Diwali UTV gets high on 'FASHION'

Unprecedented in scale and style, 'Fashion' breaks new ground in movie-distribution and marketing making it a dazzling motion picture experience this Diwali.

After having a dream run at the B.O with 'AAMR', 'Mumbai Meri Jaan', 'A Wednesday' and 'Welcome to Sajjanpur', UTV Motion Pictures' forthcoming extravaganza with Madhur Bhandarkar is anticipated to release with over 630 screens in India and another 120 screens in 16 countries across the globe.

Continuing its triumphant run in the international markets with hits like – 'Jodhaa Akbar', 'Race', 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na', 'Kismet Konnection' and 'A Wednesday', UTV rolls out 'Fashion' this Diwali on October 24th with a special screening at South Asian International Film Festival in New York. This will be followed by an exclusive promotion held by The Citibank NRI division inviting their distinguished clients for select 'Fashion' screenings on October 29th across 6 US cities - New York, New Jersey, Houston, Dallas, San Francisco and Chicago.

Dubai is hosting the 'Fashion Red Carpet Premiere' on 29th October, in association with Star TV Middle East. With the cast and crew expected to show up in full splendor, the exclusive affair will enjoy aggressive promotions on Star channels in the Middle East.

Australia and New Zealand will be host to the 'Fashion Nights' contest across 5 cities – Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Auckland; wherein the winners, crowned as Ms. 'Fashion Australia', will be rewarded with certificates attested by director Madhur Bhandarkar and Priyanka Chopra.
'Fashion' will be released in the US and the Middle East on the 30th October, with the other international markets following on 31st October.

Back in India, the movie has already been in news for an unparalleled ensemble of brand associations it has attracted ranging from clothing and, electronics to FMCG and telecom. The brands are an integral part of 'Fashion's in – film placements and the associated marketing campaign of the movie. The brand placements in the film include clothing brand Kimaya, laptop brand Lenovo, Reebok and shampoo brand Sunsilk. In fact the three leading ladies from the movie – Priyanka Chopra, Kangana Ranaut and Mugdha Godse are all set to walk the ramp on October 20th for the Sunsilk Fashion Week in Mumbai. Mobile retail store RPG Cellucom, which promotes stylish electronic gadgets like Mobiles and Laptops has also been roped in for a campaign promoting the concept of 'Mobility is Fashionable'. Electronics brand LG has joined the 'brandwagon' for an associative marketing campaign as well.

Fashion theme parties coined as "Fashion nights" will be held in Mumbai, Delhi, Pune and Bangalore along with partner brands. With the assessment of co-promotions and in-film branding being pegged at close to Rs. 9 crores, UTV Motion Pictures is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that 'Fashion' is mounted as the biggest release this Diwali.
'Fashion' will be released in 700 cinema halls around the world this October 29.

Tanushree Dutta thrown out

Perhaps, many could have been guessing about the actress gets thrown out of many projects? Alas! It's actress Tanushree Dutta who has been constantly eliminated from series of flicks. Of course, she can be best entitled as 'Missy of controversies' and it has been recalled with recent issues. Tanushree Dutta had some problems pertaining to choreography while shooting with Naan Patekar for a song in 'Horn Ok Please'. Eventually, she was booted out and we had Rakhi Sawant replacing her and this isn't the end of it.
Tanushree Dutta has been superseded by Celina Jaitley in 'Run Bhola Run' for her conniptions on the sets. The closest sources have revealed that Celina has been roped into the film and shooting has already commenced. Nevertheless, Parag Desai of Production house stated that Tanushree Dutta moved out due to some call sheet issue and now she is no more part of the film.

Aamir and Shah Rukh on Sky War

Looks like Khans are geared up kicking upstairs their favorite Dish Services. Well, Aamir was there at Grand Hyatt where he stood on the shoes of brand ambassador for Tata Sky, the new technology for viewers that offers fun watching it.

Of course, for everyone's expectations, Aamir didn't lose his chance out commenting on other DTH service that is endorsed by his good friend Shah Rukh Khan. When questioned about the other DTH service, the entire spotlights turned on Aamir as he surprisingly replied, "What's that?" Wow! That spelled a clear picture of competency when it comes to promotions. Aamir Khan uttered that he has no space for looking left and right, but just to focus on what he does. Totting up, we could hear him saying he is not company conscious, but believes in quality. What else do you need more than this to entitle him as 'Embodiment of Perfectionism'?
'Shah Rukh… Do you smell what Aamir is cooking????'

Kim Sharma talks about her jeans and diamonds

New York is Kim Sharma's favorite shopping destination.
The actress says, "New York has all kinds of shops. Whether one is looking out for department store, malls, designer clothing stores or vintage clothing stores, the apple city has it all. There are also specialty shops and antique shops and that makes shopping New York wonderful and adventurous."
Kim usually buys all her formal, casual and beachwear from New York.
"I am brand conscious and the designer clothes of New York mostly suit my taste. I usually shop from Bloomingdales. For jeans it is Canal for me. There's also a store called Clay Pot that stores some of the most exotic jewellery. My sparkling diamonds are thanks to the Clay Pot."

source: joginder tuteja

One day I would come up with my own album" - Udita Goswami

Priyanka Chopra may still be refraining from getting behind the mike (in spite of friends and industry people claiming that the day she wants, she can be a pop Diva) while Sherlyn Chopra may have already got into an 'Outrageous' act. However, Udita Goswami, who is considered to be quite a talent when it comes to singing and music, isn't ready for the bait yet. Though she is confident that the day isn't really far away before she cuts an album of her own, at the moment she is enjoying her stint in front of the camera.
"I love music and singing. I am sure that one day I would certainly come up with an album of my own. However, it won't happen in near future. Maybe 3-4 years down the line. I have quite a few ideas in mind but it would take time to put them all into execution. Till then I wish to enjoy my new innings on celluloid", confesses Udita.
What kind of ideas is she pointing out here?
"The album would certainly be a mix of all that I have loved hearing ever since childhood. I am fond of Hindi as well as English music. I can play them on for hours on my iPod and dance like a mad woman on and on. In fact I am unstoppable when left alone in a room that I can lock from inside. I don't feel like withdrawing at all once I have got started", Udita reveals a different facet of herself here.
So would her music turn out to be more Western in feel than Indian?
"No", Udita is quick to respond, "What's the point in making something that you and only a select few others end up enjoying. I may rather render some Hindi songs which at least would have a wider market. Moreover, to satisfy my whim, I can always incorporate a song or two in Hindi as well in the album."
On the movies front, Udita is currently acting in two films - 'The Man' and 'Fox'. Incidentally both the film stars Sunny Deol in the lead though Udita is not wiling to disclose whether she is paired opposite him in any of the two films. 'Wait and watch', is what she says.
Well, we are waiting!
Source: joginser tuteja