Bodyguard: Incredulous, Paisa Vasool Entertainer

Bodyguard Lovely Singh is shot on the shoulder. He goes to the railway station and stays there all day, without medical attention. Obviously. Well, leave aside such 'unbelievable' herogiri and by the end of 'Bodyguard' you are suitably charmed with a light, groovy feeling smeared with a smile. 'Bodyguard' doesn't have the drab-n-needless digression of 'Dabanng' (Arbaz Khan-Vinod Khanna track) and it doesn't have the loud, double meaning dialogues of 'Ready'. Its a clean entertaining film, a fun taut ride that has a fine mix of action, romance and comedy.

In the Bollywood Hungama interview that I did with Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor recently, Salman said, that his chemistry with Kareena is one of the best ever. (http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Interviews/RAjAxx66/3/Salman-Khan-And-Kareena-Kapoor-s-Bollywood-Hungama-Exclusive.html). I'd second that completely. The love between the two is 'incredulous' and hard-to-digest with Karisma Kapoor playing a coy-catalyst. But still there's a simplicity in the romance that is highly touching and endearing.

Lovely Singh doesn't like keeping anyone's 'ehsaan' (favour) and thrashes goons by-the-dozen with an effortless ease. When he is not earning copious whistles for his bare body antics, he remains busy on his cell phone with a whacky ring tone that is bound to keep the cell phone companies busy for some time at least. Songs are spaced out well and are delightful scenic-n-aural breaks. 'I Love You' is a wonderful romantic track while 'Teri Meri' has been shot exceptionally and is very melodious.

Vijayan's action is one of the biggest attraction and a bait for the repeat viewing of the film. Sejal Shah's camera work is competent. Sanjay Sankla's editing is sharp, the dragging moments are missing. There's nothing much in the story and its hard-to-believe. But director Siddique's treatment is simple, engaging and keeps you hooked till the end.

Salman Khan excels like never before. His action is top notch, the dancing is cool, looks very young-n-in-shape and acts well. Like Chulbul Pandey, you will be treated to Lovely Singh and not Salman Khan. Kareena Kapoor in her traditional avatar appeals immensely. Her wardrobe will be emulated in a big way. The sarees in 'Teri Meri' and the way Kapoor carries them, is simply gorgeous. As an actress, she will be extremely satisfied with this performance. Rajat Rawail as Tsunami brings in funny (mostly) South Indian brand of humour that keeps you in splits.

'Bodyguard' is a masala entertainer with just-the-right-dosage of action, romance, comedy and emotions. You wouldn't want to believe most of what you'll see on screen. But you'll enjoy yourself for sure. Go for it.

Star Rating: 3 1/2 stars

TGIYB, Karan Johar Interview, SRK-Salman Wish Their Fans

'That Girl In Yellow Boots' is, as expected, as 'Real' as it gets. Chained lover, demented don, cheap sex and torn walls. Haunting background score, fine camerawork, superb acting by Kalki and Kalki's kick-ass parlour friend are the saving grace of a film that grips you partially for its unpredictable narrative but by the end of it, leaves you with quite an exhausting drab feeling.

Here's the Karan Johar interview where he has spoken about his dad's affiliation with 'Agneepath', the "great on screen chemistry" between Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra, promotional plans and more

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Interviews/hQ7SyL28/3/Karan-Johar-Speaks-About-Agneepath.html

Here's a teaser of the Katrina Kaif, Ali Zafar and Imran Khan's Bollywood Hungama exclusive interview

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Special-Features/176IP288/3/Teaser-1-Imran-Katrina-Ali-s-Exclusive-Interview.html

Salman Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Ali Zafar, Kareena Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Sonam Kapoor and many more stars wish you guys Eid Mubarak and Ganesh Chaturthi

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Special-Features/PWRXdy21/3/Stars-Wishes-Eid-Mubarak-And-Happy-Ganesh-Chaturthi.html

Shahrukh, Priyanka, Hrithik at the Ganesh Hegde album launch

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Parties-and-Events/Shc9Zs79/3/SRK-Priyanka-Hrithik-At-Ganesh-Hedge-s-Album-Launch.html

Eid Mubarak to all of you guys. Happy Ganesh Chaturthi.

Agneepath Promo on Bollywood Hungama:135698 video views (15 hours)

The first look promo of 'Agneepath' has generated 135698 video views on Bollywood Hungama in a span of 15 hours. A few more videos that have generated substantial response in the past week on Bollywood Hungama are as follows:

15 sec teaser of 'Chammak Challo' (Ra.one): 280254
15 sec teaser of 'The Dirty Picture': 200718
Kareena Kapoor's interview part 1: 102576
Salman and Kareena's interview: 81270 (in mere 18 hours, phenomenal response)

Here's the link to the video of the first look promo launch of 'Agneepath'

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Parties-and-Events/X7X0fR69/3/First-Look-Launch-Of-Agneepath.html

A lot of you were confused why the first part of Shahid Kapoor's interview on Bollywood Hungama was deleted on saturday Aug 27. Well, the producer had given us embargo dates and according to that, Shahid's interview could be featured only after August 29. Our team had accidentally featured it on August 27. I am glad that this interview has generated such a great response. Second part has a few fan questions. Coming soon ;)

The four parts of the 'Karma: 25 August Years' documentary on Bollywood Hungama has been received very well. With over 2 lac video views for this documentary, it feels great that the effort that our entire team put into this venture has paid off brilliantly. It took us over 4 months for us to put this documentary. It was the brainchild of our Co Founder and Head of Bollywood Hungama, Mr Suleman Mobhani.

Initially we approached at least three production houses to shoot and package this documentary for us. For some reason or the other, it didn't materialise. Finally I had to take up the mantle of writer-director albeit reluctantly. Mr Subhash Ghai was a great help. He provided us with the behind the scenes video footage, working stills and background score of the film. Mr Ghai was constantly encouraging and meetings with him enriched me with lots of stories on the functioning of Bollywood back in the late 70s, 80s and 90s.

We did exhaustive interviews with Mr Ghai, Jackie Shroff, Pyarelal ji (Laxmikant Pyarelal), Anupam Kher, Anil Kapoor and Poonam Dhillon. Th editing was the tough part, as it always is. What to keep and what to chuck is a dicey proposition. We had several rough cuts before we finally got the final cut. The video footage of the Mahurat and the Special Screening of 'Karma' shot way back in 1986 had glitches and it was a painstaking job to iron out the creases. We have a good final product but it could have been better. Many lessons learnt for future projects.

Check out the 'Karma: 25 August Years' documentary in four parts


http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Special-Features/HLvvfG40/3/Karma-25-August-Years-Part-1.html

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Special-Features/PbLw7m50/3/Karma-25-August-Years-Part-2.html

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Special-Features/Lsq9Jx15/3/Karma-25-August-Years-Part-3.html

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Special-Features/auTuNS14/3/Karma-25-August-Years-Part-4.html

There are two press shows of 'That Girl In Yellow Boots' today. Hopefully I'll catch the afternoon one. 'Bodyguard' press show is tomorrow and there's a screening today but its way too late in the night :(

At the Ganesh Hegde album launch last night, the highlight was Shahrukh, Priyanka, Hrithik and Zayed dancing with Hegde on stage.

Four promos coming up on Bollywood Hungama today

Rockstar
Rascals
Damadumm
The Dirty Picture

Enjoy!!!

"You Say Aamir And Shahrukh Na...": Salman Khan

Here are a few main highlights of the Salman-Kareena interview and the link below it. Hope you guys enjoy it!


1) Salman is not going to get married till 2025: Kareena

2) One day I say I want to marry. One day I say I don't want to. One day I say I am already married: Salman

3) 'Source' wahi hota hai jo basically coward hai: Salman

4) This is a good time. I am sure, time will get better: Salman

5) I am a lucky girl to have a bodyguard like Salman: Kareena

6) Lolo (Karisma) is lovely. I've done 12-13 films with Lolo. Once I've done,
12-13 films with Bebo, Lolo will come back: Salman

7) After Jab We Met, Bodyguard is my career best role: Kareena

8) I've seen Bodyguard. It is super. I would have been jealous if i wasn't a part of it: Kareena

9) Don 2 (promo)...ab nahin hai to kya kar sakte hain...For my next film, if it releases before 'Ra.one', for you (Kareena), I will have the promo: Salman

10) Rumours (about Salman's treatment in USA) nahin honge. I'll be in touch (with my fans): Salman

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Interviews/RAjAxx66/3/Salman-Khan-And-Kareena-Kapoor-s-Bollywood-Hungama-Exclusive.html

Here's the theatrical trailer of Agneepath

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Movie-Promos/NFTtrb49/3/Theatrical-Trailer-Agneepath.html

What did you guys think of it? What did you guys think of the live webcast of Agneepath promo launch on Bollywood Hungama today? I did a one on one with Karan Johar before the event. This interview should be up by tomorrow. The first look promo launch of 'The Dirty Picture' happening in Bombay tomorrow. Vidya Balan is looking stunning in the 15 sec teaser. Looking forward to the theatrical now.

Cheers and Eid Mubarak to all those who will be celebrating it tomorrow.

"Aamir Is A Marketing Genius": Shahid Kapoor

Here's the first part of Shahid Kapoor's Bollywood Hungama exclusive interview. Hope you guys like it.

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/broadband/video/Interviews/rsSzYU50/3/Shahid-Kapoor-Speaks-About-Mausam-Part-1.html

Katrina-Imran-Ali, Agneepath, SRK

I did an interview with Katrina Kaif, Ali Zafar and Imran Khan today. It was a joint interview. Fun 25 minutes. They've sung, pulled each other's legs and shelled out interesting anecdotes while working on 'Mere Brother Ki Dulhan'. We shall be presenting this interview in two parts. Will try and share a 60 sec teaser of this interview soon.

The first look promo launch of 'Agneepath' is happening in Mumbai tomorrow. We are all set to bring the live webcast of this event on Bollywood Hungama. Priyanka, Hrithik, Karan Johar, Sanjay Dutt and Rishi Kapoor will be present tomorrow. Hope it goes well and all you guys enjoy all the live proceedings. Here's the link for 'Agneepath' promo launch live webcast:

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/livetv/agneepath/index.html

Two more events for tomorrow are:

1) Ganesh Hegde's music album (Let's Party) launch. Shahrukh Khan will be present.

2) The premiere of 'That Girl In Yellow Boots'.

We, at Bollywood Hungama shall be featuring the Salman-Kareena and Shahid Kapoor's part 1 interviews tomorrow morning. Hopefully you guys will like them.

Enjoy!

"Jab We Met Is Kareena's Best Performance": Salman Khan

Finally managed to do a joint video interview with Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor. Karisma Kapoor also joined in and looked on as the interview went ahead. I've dedicated this interview primarily to fan questions. And the end result is very satisfying. Salman considers 'Jab We Met' as Kareena's best performance. He liked her chemistry with Shahid. Salman spoke on how stories are planted about him in the media especially before the release of a film.

Salman, considering, 'Bodyguard' is releasing on August 31 which is a wednesday, and there will be a five day weekend, can we see the opening weekend record of 'Dabanng' being broken this Eid? Kareena, if you have to choose between 'Bodyguard', Ra.one or Aamir's forthcoming film as the most satisfying film as an actress, which one will be it? How does Salman react to this question?

Ayesha asked Salman, if she steals his passport and refuse to give it back till he agrees to marry her, what will Salman do? Lensa wanted Kareena to define 'Bodyguard' and Salman Khan in one word. Harshita enquired, how come 'Rockstar' promo is showcasing with Bodyguard considering Salman is known to have differences with Ranbir? Salvin Khan had dreamt that Salman and Kareena had got married in real life. What is Salman and Kareena's reaction?