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Academics gather at Bollywood and Beyond conference

2010-03-15T10:37:38

Leading academics of Hindi cinema gathered to speak at the cinema studies conference Bollywood and Beyond, at University of Westminster’s recently launched India Media Centre.

The nine experts from leading institutions in the UK and India presented on a range of Bollywood topics, to an audience of cinema fans and film students attending from as far afield as New York.

Akshay Kumar returns in Housefull

2010-03-15T10:20:29

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar is all set to rock the Box Office this year with the much anticipated release of his first film of 2010, romantic comedy Housefull.

Co-produced by Eros International, Housefull was filmed on location in UK, Italy, Hong Kong and India.

From tea-boy to Bollywood star - Abhishek Bachchan on his climb to fame

2010-03-08T10:55:42

In a 36 hour visit to the UK, Abhishek Bachchan gave London audiences an insight into his life and work at the 12th London Asian Film Festival.

The actor opened the ten day series of events with a BAFTA interview and gala dinner on Friday, wrapping his jam-packed visit with an Actor’s Masterclass at a West End cinema on Saturday, before flying home.

Akshay Kumar kickstarts shoot for Tees Maar Khan

2010-03-03T12:26:24

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and Bollywood’s most lovable director, Farah Khan have just kick-started their already-hyped new venture Tees Maar Khan at Mumbai's Film City.

Akshay is currently shooting his introductory shot in the film - a major action comedy scene on a huge jumbo jet constructed by set director, Sabu Cyril.

Hrithik Roshan on the colours of love

2010-03-03T13:55:43

On the occasion of Holi, Hrithik Roshan speaks up on his colourful life and his upcoming movie Kites, which stars Brazilian actress Barbara Mori and the beautiful Kangana Ranaut in a never-seen-before role.

Abhay Deol raring to go with Road, Movie

2010-03-01T11:09:54

One of the big winners at the weekend Filmfare awards was Abhay Deol starrer Dev D, which bagged a handful of statuettes.

Now the poster boy of offbeat Hindi cinema is back with his new release, Indo-American production Road, Movie.

12th London Asian Film Festival attracts Bollywood stars

2010-03-08T10:54:47

Bollywood fans in the UK will get the chance to interact with some of the biggest names in the Hindi film industry at the Tongues on Fire 12th London Asian Film Festival (5-14 March 2010).

Leading Bollywood figures are scheduled to attend including Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Jaya Bachchan, Soha Ali Khan and Sharmila Tagore.

Anurag Basu rubbishes rumours that Rajkumar Hirani is to edit Kites

2010-02-22T13:01:31

Director Anurag Basu has rubbished reports that producer Rakesh Roshan wanted 3 Idiots helmer Rajkumar Hirani to edit his film Kites.

The reports claimed that Roshan wanted Hirani to take over the editing of the much awaited Hrithik Roshan-Barbara Morri starrer, but was turned down.

Jaya Bachchan to receive Lifetime Achievement Award

2010-02-20T09:00:29

Bollywood legend Jaya Bachchan will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award in a special ceremony in London next month.

The award is for her outstanding contribution to cinema spanning over three decades, which will be presented by Tongues on Fire film festival in a gala dinner at Sheraton Hotel in Piccadilly, hosted by British television and film actor Rizwan Ahmed.

B4U announce its Spring Festival

2010-02-20T09:01:36

B4U Movies has announced its Spring Festival - a month of exclusive programming throughout March.

As part of the Festival, B4U movies will show the latest Bollywood hit films - fresh out of the cinema - straight to your screens.

Amitabh Bachchan takes trip down memory lane

2010-02-16T10:56:29

Acting legend Amitabh Bachchan was hit with waves of nostalgia while filming for the upcoming thriller Teen Patti.

The actor was reunited with old-time co-stars and friends from some of his classic films including Ranjit, Shakti Kapoor and Tinu Anand.

Kirron Kher and Sonali Bendre play Bingo with Abhishek Bachchan

2010-02-12T11:23:59

This weekend welcomes a laughter riot on the sets of ‘National Bingo Night’ as host Abhishek Bachchan’s on screen mum Kirron Kher and close friend Sonali Bendre get together to try their luck at Bingo.

To discover who hits jackpot, be sure to tune in on Saturday 13 February at 9.00pm, with a repeat broadcast on Sunday 21 February at 1.00pm, exclusively on COLORS.

Review: My Name is Khan

2010-02-11T10:45:36

Although the Indian release of My Name is Khan has been marred by protest over actor Shah Rukh Khan’s comments about the non-inclusion of Pakistani cricket players in the Indian premier league, at the first UK screening of the film, the mood was one of excited anticipation.

Enlivened fans and film critics were in attendance at the Wednesday night advance showing at Cineworld in London’s Leicester Square.

Deepika Padukone in Karthik Calling Karthik

2010-02-11T10:54:29

Having just been nominated for best actress at the forthcoming Screen Awards, radiant A-list model turned actress, Deepika Padukone is set to dazzle audiences once again in the upcoming Karthik calling Karthik.

Releasing in cinemas across UK and worldwide this month, the gifted actress will be seen in her leading role opposite co-star Farhan Akhtar in this much-awaited romantic thriller.

Siddharth’s Striker scores 100,000 YouTube viewers

2010-02-08T12:05:54

To celebrate Studio 18 release Striker becoming the first Hindi film to have its overseas premiere on YouTube, Bollywood fans took part in a global watchalong of the movie on Sunday.

From London to New York, from Prague to Abu Dhabi, fans watched online, whilst simultaneously sharing their thoughts using the Google Wave communications platform.