Reliance MediaWorks to convert Shah Rukh Khan’s Don 2 in 3D

Mumbai: Reliance MediaWorks has begun offering 3D conversion services to Indian film studios.

The company’s first Bollywood 3D Conversion project is the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Don 2 for Excel Entertainment and Reliance Entertainment.

Reliance MediaWorks to convert Shah Rukh Khan’s Don 2 in 3D

The movie is slated to release worldwide on 23 December 2011 in both 2D and 3D formats.

Excel Entertainment’s Farhan Akhtar said, “The 3D conversion of Don 2 has been done exceedingly well by the Reliance MediaWorks team and we are very happy with outcome. We explored the option of releasing the film in 3D by doing a test demo and the results came out looking fabulous and since it was translating well and technology has come to a point where we don’t need to shy away from it, we decided to go ahead and give the audiences a 3D experience of Don 2.”

“After seeing the success of Harry potter which was also converted, we were absolutely sure that the experience and thrill of watching a 3D film is not lost if the conversion is done correctly and seeing the result of the demo done by Reliance we were convinced that we should bring Don 2 to cinemas in 3D,” added producer Ritesh Sidhwani.

Reliance MediaWorks will offer Indian film studios well-established proprietary technologies, creative expertise and powerful tools for 3D project requirements. The company will be able to provide quality and scale of services available through Reliance MediaWorks’ operations in India which includes a team of more than 600 trained 3D artists.

Reliance MediaWorks on the development, COO – Media and Creative Services Naresh Malik said, “Being one of the leading 3D conversion service providers to Hollywood leaders has helped us understand and develop optimal solutions that can enhance 3D viewing. We look forward to leverage this global experience to deliver unparalleled results for a variety of applications and ultimatelyhelp Indian filmmakers in creating the finest possible 3D experience.”

Reliance MediaWorks CEO Anil Arjun said, “Hollywood has shown how 3D can enhance the immersive audience experience and for Bollywood, 3D will prove to be the next technological phase in entertainment. Within next 2 years, the 3D cinema screen count is expected to cross 1500 screens in India and the penetration of 3D television will also be significant, establishing exceptional opportunity whichIndian film studios can leverage to garner higher returns.”
Reliance MediaWorks to convert Shah Rukh Khan’s Don 2 in 3D

Sonakshi Sinha will replace Priyanka Chopra in Kunal Kohli’s next, Janam Janam Ka Saath Hai Tumhara Hamara opposite Shahid Kapoor. Sonakshi appears to be on a signing spree now (aakhir Salman Khan ka haath hai uske sar pe)!

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The problems for Raajneeti seem to be getting more pronounced. Earlier this week, there was a Mumbai-based social worker Naseem Khan who filed a petition in court against Raajneeti asking for its release to be stopped because one of the central characters apparently resembles Sonia Gandhi.

Now one hears that actor and self-styled star Kamal R Khan (or KRK as he likes to be called) has sent Prakash Jha a legal notice claiming rights over the title Raajneeti.

When contacted Jha admits Kamaal, known to generate publicity for himself through various controversies, has indeed sent a legal notice claiming copyrights over the title Raajneeti.

“But my lawyers are looking into it .There’s absolutely nothing in this claim. We shouldn’t give any importance to people who jump into the picture at the time of release for whatever reasons. Look at the way Rakesh Roshan is being harassed over Kites by some person claiming to be entitled to crores of rupees. Earlier we had someone making claims over Ram Gopal Varma’s Rann days before release. This is not done!”

Speaking on Mr Naseem Khan’s claims that Raajneeti casts aspersion on one of the most revered politicians of the country, Prakash Jha retorts, “Let all these self-styled supports of Soniaji come forward to show their loyalty. Am I an irresponsible citizen and filmmaker who would do something so foolish as to portray Soniaji in a bad light? No one has seen a frame of Raajneeti. How does anyone presume that Katrina’s character has any resemblance to Soniaji? Have I said it anywhere? Has Katrina said it anywhere? Let Soniaji watch Raajneeti and decide.”

Ram Gopal Varma very recently and Rakesh Roshan during the release of Krazzy 4 when composer Ram Sampat made plagiarism charges, had to opt for hefty out-of-court settlement to pay up to get their films released. This time both Rakesh Roshan and Prakash Jha are adamant on not giving in to what they see as arm-twisting tactics.

About an out-of-court settlement with the aforementioned Mr Naseem Khan, Prakash Jha said, “Over my dead body. I’d burn the prints of my film rather than give into such blackmail. No out-of-court settlement for me. I’ve seen enough legal obstacles in my life. This is nothing.”

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Even before the Hrithik Roshan- Barabara Mori starrer ‘Kites’ hits the screens, the movie is creating ripples enough about the sensuous and flirty scenes between the two actors, but the international version of the movie seems to have far bolder scenes than the desi version. The international one has a sizzling liplock between topless Barbara with Hrithik Roshan which is censored to the Indian audience. With Nandana Sen’s ‘Rang Rasiya’ already clearing off the censor with topless scenes, the question arises that do movie makers still doubt the maturity of Indian audience.

Payal Rohatgi, who is known for her ‘bold’ image says, “I think the Indian audience is not mature enough. Men download images to gratify themselves but movies are a different genre. Movies are meant for family watching and a raunchy promo will insure that family audiences don’t pull in. So movie makers are also vary,”

Film critic Taran Adarsh says, “At the click of the button you can access information. Technology cannot be curtailed. Anything can be seen online even if you try to keep it away from film prints.”

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Sherlyn Choprais bold and sexy and she has proved this by posing nude for PETA. The gal is again going to make guys fall weak in the knees by posing naked for a men’s magazine Playboy. To do the photo shoot, the actress has received a call from Hugh Hefner’s office with the offer.

“I have never posed nude therefore I was a bit apprehensive about the offer. But I got a photographer friend to do a few test clicks and I loved the results”, quips Sherlyn. She has got a fit and flexible body as she is a regular performer of yoga, “I can do positions which the magazine would love,” quotes Sherlyn.

“I wanted to meet him for a long time and the time has finally come. I will be going to his mansion. I have heard so many interesting stories about him and now it’s my chance to know him up, close and personal,” she added.

Sherlyn is over the moon with the offer and she was eagerly waiting for the opportunity for she wanted to make India proud by posing for the international magazine.

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Chandigarh, Former Miss India and actress Gul Panag will now be seen in a new avatar of a crusader disseminating awareness about social evils like female foeticide and drug addiction.

She has joined hands with the Chandigarh administration for this endeavour. The health department here has enrolled a city-based NGO Shamsher Singh Foundation under the ongoing partnership initiative programme of Chandigarh administration, said officials here Thursday.

Gul, founder member of this NGO, has signed the memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the health department to work in this direction.

“We have assured the officials concerned that our NGO will work with full dedication and commitment. We will make this programme of generating awareness against female foeticide and drug addition a huge success in this region,” said Gul, 31, Thursday.

The actress is known for doing socially relevant films — her first film “Dhoop” was based on the real story of Kargil war hero Anuj Nayyar. In Nagesh Kukunoor’s “Dor”, she played Zeenat Fatima, who fights to save her husband, and received critical acclaim for her performance.

The administration has briefed Gul and other officials of the NGO about their roles and responsibilities.

“We have apprised them about their responsibilities in generating awareness about these issues. Their work involves monitoring of ultrasound centres to prevent sex determination tests as well as volunteering as decoy clients to conduct raids,” said Ram Niwas, health-cum home secretary of Chandigarh.

“The NGO will also motivate people by recognising the birth of second girl child in the form of celebrations of birthdays or festivals like Lohri. They will also identify drug addicts and help them to shun drugs,” stated Niwas.

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Showing baby bump might be a fashion in Hollywood but the trend is still to catch up in Bollywood. Our Bollywood actresses are reluctant to exhibit their increasing baby bumps in camera. As reported, Kajol is expecting her second child and she is showing her hesitant to show her increasing baby bump during an ad shoot. She asked the camera person to focus on her face than her body. She asked him to take close-ups rather than long shots as she is few months pregnant and her bump is revealing. This happens while shooting for anti-aging cream at the Mehboob studio.

An eyewitness informs, “While shooting the commercial Kajol was a tad reluctant to shoot long shots due to her pregnancy. She politely told the team to only take close-up shots.” The actress was accompanied by her mother Tanuja. The source adds, “Kajol looked lovely in a loose black dress, which she was wearing for obvious reasons. She was glowing. But she looked flustered as it was very hot. She kept munching biscuits and sipping juices to beat the heat.”

Presently, Kajol is working for Karan Johar’s ‘Stepmom’.

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New Delhi, Indian designers feel that Aishwarya Rai was looking “pretty” and “elegant” in a train gown at the opening ceremony of the Cannes International Film Festival, yet some wished she had stuck to a sari.

The 36-year-old actress had Wednesday night worn a violet blue fully embroidered tulle and mousseline gown from Lebanese designer Elie Saab, teaming it with round solitaires and topped with a buffon hairstyle – reminding one of yesteryears actresses like Sharmila Tagore.

Aishwarya has been attending the French film festival since 2002 as the global face of L’Oreal and except for last year, when she wore a white off-shoulder Roberto Cavalli train gown, the actress had received flak from the designers for her bad dress sense on the red carpet.

This time, Aishwarya got it more right than wrong.

According to designer Vijay Arora the actress looked fabulous on the red carpet.

“The first word that comes to my mind after looking at her picture is Wow! She looked so stunning and ravishing. Also the colour of the gown suited her,” explained Arora.

“Over the period of years, she has learnt the art of mastering the red carpet and she is just getting better day by day,” he added.

Designer Jai from the designer duo Parvesh-Jai too gave a thumbs up to the actress for her growing romance with the gowns at the French film festival.

“Oh, she was looking hot and nice. What a wonderful train gown she was wearing, she just looked stunning. But I was not happy with her hairstyle. The last time, she had pulled it back. This time, she should have tied it in a bun or may be left it open,” Jai explained.

“I guess she looked a bit formal as well..something we don’t see in her when she is in India or on any other red-carpet. Maybe it is the French atmosphere that does the trick,” he added.

However, designer Leena Singh of designer duo Ashima-Leena felt that a sari could have been chosen over the gown.

“There is no doubt that she is a beautiful woman and looked elegant in that gown. She projects modern India to the world, so I feel if she could have worn a sari instead, the message could have reached to millions of people that we are modern yet we are Indian at heart,” Leena Singh told IANS.

Designer Charu Parashar agreed, saying that as a style icon, Aishwarya could have done much better.

“You see, that feathery gown did not bring out the real Aishwarya. She could have worn a backless sari and looked very sexy. She is beautiful and her body type is excellent for a sari. I think she could have done much better,” Parashar maintained.

Here, Jai came to Aishwarya’s rescue, saying that in all possibility, the final call on the dress code was taken by the sponsors and not her, so the actress should not be blamed.

“Well, it’s very easy to say that wear a sari. But the thing is that she is representing India for an international cosmetics brand. So, I am sure that it is a policy decision of the sponsors and not her,” maintained Jai.

“We should spare her for this and appreciate that she has been representing India there for eight years now and every year, she is getting better and better,” he added.

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Shooting of the Kangana Ranaut-Madhavan starrer “Tannu Weds Mannu”, planned in a mosque in this Punjab town, was cancelled after protests by the local residents, police said.

According to the officials, the shooting of the movie was planned inside a mosque here but was cancelled on the orders of Kapurthala deputy commissioner Rajkamal Chaudhary.

“Members of the film unit had started installing the sets inside the mosque Friday night. On seeing this, members of Muslim community gathered outside the mosque and started raising slogans against the administration and the filmmakers,” said a police official.

“They threatened to interrupt the shooting as it would allegedly affect their religious sentiments.”

“Tannu Weds Mannu” stars Kangana Ranaut, Madhvan and Jimmy Shergill. It is produced by Shailesh Singh and is directed by Anand Malhotra.

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Bollywood is heading for another splitsville and this time it is actor Arshad Warsi and wife Maria who have been together for over a decade now. The reason is the same old one- the entry of a third person in a happy marriage. Apparently, Arshad’s linkup with Dia Mirza had been disturbing Maria and time and again, news of trouble in their relationship kept cropping up.

Although, the couple seemed to have compromised on the issue in the past, but the problem has resurfaced again, this time more vehemently. As such, The couple has called for quits and Arshad has moved out of his Yari Road house after a fight with Maria and is presently staying in a flat at Andheri. Arshad moved out before reaching the sets of Golmaal 3 in Goa where he is currently shooting. Their two children are with Maria.

Though this is not the first one in the tinsel town, the breakup definitely came as a surprise for the friends and pals.

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