RE: May 2008 - News - 2

Indo-Asian News Service
Thursday, May 8, 2008: (New Delhi)

When Bollywood actress Kajol, who is currently on the panel of judges of Zee TV's reality show "Rock N Roll Family" along with husband Ajay Devgan and mother Tanuja, broke down on the sets of the show, her husband chose not to console her.While everyone on the sets was busy preparing for the next performance, Kajol started crying on the sets for no apparent reason Monday.

Satish Dutt, the director of the show, told IANS on phone from Mumbai: "Yes, Kajol was crying badly and everybody was there at the sets. I called Ajay and asked him what had happened to her. He said that ever since Kajol's dad has expired, she has been crying very often since she misses him a lot."

Kajol's father, director Shomu Mukherjee, died April 10.

Dutt added that although Kajol's mother Tanuja hugged her, Ajay opted to stay away and let her calm down on her own.

Quelle: http://www.ndtvmovies.com/newstory.asp?s...NTEN20080049260

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

Daß Kajol einmal auf dem Set der Fernsehshow in Tränen ausgebrochen ist, hat alle Anwesenden verstört. Nur nicht Ajay, der blieb ganz ruhig und hat es ihrer Mutter Tanuja überlassen, sie zu trösten. Auf Nachfragen sagte er, daß Kajol seit dem Tod ihres Vaters öfters zu weinen anfangen würde, weil sie ihren Vater einfach so sehr vermisst.

by Rajiv Dutta

Ajay Devgan- Kajol:

Ajay was going steady with Karisma Kapoor when he signed Hulchul. But Kajol and Ajay apparently hit it off from day one and post Ajay's break up, the couple only came closer.

They did a series of films together, both pre and post marriage (from Gundaraj to U, Me Aur Hum), but more often then not the results have been disappointing.

Off screen Ajay and Kajol may be an ideal couple, but on screen Devgan will always be second to SRK.

Quelle: http://www.indiatarget.com/cgi-bin/slide_shows.cgi?1100:6

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Ajay Devgan- Kajol:
Ajay war mit Karisma Kapoor zusammen, als er sich für Hulchul verpflichtete. Da funkte es zwischen Kajol und Ajay, und als Ajay wieder frei war, kamen sie sich nur noch näher.
Sie machten einige Filme zusammen, vor und nach der Eheschliessung (von Gundaraj zu U, Me Aur Hum), aber meistens war das Ergebnis enttäuschend.
Ajay und Kajol mögen ja im Leben das ideale Paar sein, aber auf der Leinwand wird Devgan immer erst nach SRK kommen.

May 9, 2008 1:33:24 PM IST
Joginder Tuteja, Bollywood Trade News Network

Bachchan trio of Amitabh, Abhishek and Aishwarya have a challenge round the corners. Even as their Ram Gopal Varma directed SARKAR RAJ is all set for a 6th June release and has embarked on a well planned promotional drive, another big film which has more or less planned its release on the same day is Afzal Khan directed MEHBOOBA.

Though the director's name doesn't quite ring a bell, it is the towering presence of Sanjay Dutt heading the film's cast which makes one stand up and notice the project. Add to that Ajay Devgan in the film's cast and you know that MEHBOOBA would be noticed.

However, there is trouble in paradise here. The film has been in the making for 10 years and even though the grandeur look of the film has brought the film into limelight, its leading lady Manisha Koirala is way past her prime and has almost retired from the industry.

Sanjay Dutt fans would still be hoping for the yesteryear magic to return with MEHBOOBA since it would be exactly after a year that 'munnabhai' would be returning in a lead role. The last time he played the principal protagonist was in SHOOTOUT AT LOKHANDWALA and though he was seen in DHAMAAL and DUS KAHANIYAAN since then, he didn't quite enjoy the screen time of a lead star in either of the two films.

SARKAR RAJ and MEHBOOBA are also expected to have some newcomers for company with KHUSHBOO (Avantikka and Rishi Rehan) and AAMIR (Rajeev Khandelwal) looking at arriving on the same day.

Quelle: http://www.glamsham.com/movies/scoops/08...hans-050805.asp

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

Ich übersetze mal den einen Absatz, in dem Ajay erwähnt wird, in Bezug auf den Film "Mehbooba", Sanjays "topppende" Performance usw.:
. . . Wenn man noch dazu bemerkt, daß Aay Devgan auch im Film mitspielt, dann weiß man, daß MEHBOOA Beachtung finden wird.

By Stacey Yount - BollySpice.com
9 May 2008

We reported earlier that for the story for his next film, Rajniti, Prakash Jha was going to base it around Rajiv Gandhi's life. There have also been reports that Jha was going to do a modern day Mahabharat. Well, it seems that Jha is going to use elements of the Mahabharat, parts of Rajiv’s life and modern day politics and combine them all into one.

For this highly eclectic film the cast list is a who’s who of Bollywood stars. Jha revealed, “There's Ajay Devgan who will play a modern-day Karan. And believe it or not, Nana Patekar, who was fantastic as the corrupt politician in Apharan, has been cast as Krishna. Ajay and Nana are old friends. We share a fantastic comfort level.”

The director also has talented Vivek Oberoi and Manoj Bajpal as part of the incredible line up and about them he said, “These are actors I've not worked with before. I'm looking forward to directing them.”

For the pivotal role of Rajiv aka Arjun, Jha wanted Ranbir Kapoor and would have no other, in fact he said if Ranbir had not agreed he would have dropped the project. Fortunately, Ranbir has said given his nod and the film can go to the floor.

With such an illustrious cast and an intriguing story this film is one to keep an eye on! We will be sure to report all the up to date news on Rajniti, including who else joins the cast, so keep watching this space for more!!

Quelle: http://www.bollyspice.com/view.php/1162-...in-rajniti.html

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Wieder ein Artikel über den geplanten Film von Prakash Jha, als Wunschbesetzung für die Rolle des Arjun in "Rajniti" wird hier Ranbir Kapoor genannt und sogar geschrieben, ohne dessen Zusage wäre der Film gestrichen worden. Auch ist nicht von einer Verfilmung des Mahabharat die Rede, sondern nur, daß daraus Elemente entliehen werden, in die moderne Zeit übertragen und mit dem Leben eines Herrn Rajiv Gandhi vermischt werden sollen.

Virendra Pandit; Ahmedabad, May 9

Bollywood actor-couple Ajay Devgan and Kajol, who hitherto have endorsed Whirlpool refrigerators, will also be brand ambassadors of all Whirlpool products, a company official said. The built-in home appliances for modular kitchens is one of Whirlpool’s new offerings this year.

The company has already launched an aggressive marketing campaign to increase the market share of its range of products.

At present, Whirlpool has around 23 per cent share in refrigerators and washing machines in Gujarat, Mr Shantanu Das Gupta, Vice-President (Marketing), Whirlpool of India Ltd, told Business Line on the sidelines of a launch-cum-fashion show here. .
New products

The company unveiled new products across five categories — refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, microwave oven and water purifiers. These products will be supported by a multi media campaign including above-the-line advertising and below-the-line activities such as tie-ups, in-shop display, promotions, direct marketing and product demonstrations. All its products have the company’s patented 6th Sense technology, connoting intuitive understanding of a woman’s need.

The company expects to notch up a 25 per cent market share in the refrigerator category, 20 per cent in washing machines, 10 per cent in microwave oven and 10 per cent each in air conditioner and water purifier categories.

The company has also increased its marketing spend this year by 10 per cent to Rs 77 crore.

Currently, the company’s products are marketed through 10,000 outlets across India including 650 in Gujarat.

Quelle: http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/2008...51051920500.htm

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

Ajay und Kajol hätten bislang hauptsächlich die Kühlschränke der Firma beworben. Nun wurde eine agressive Werbekampagne gestartet, und auch die anderen Produkte sollen von Ajay und Kajol präsentiert werden, also auch Waschmaschinen, Klimaanlagen, Mikrowellen-Öfen und Wasserfilter. Man erhofft sich gute Gewinne, die Firma hat ihre Werbeausgaben um 10% auf 77 Crore Rupien erhöht.

12 May 2008, 0000 hrs IST,TNN

After having made enough money with his directorial debut U, Me Aur Hum, actor-turned-director Ajay Devgan has packed his bags and taken off for a vacation.

But before going on a vacation, Ajay diligently reported on the sets of Rohit Shetty’s Golmaal Returns. The actor took a break only after the schedule ended.

It can be remembered, that while his film was doing good business at the box office, the family was mourning the unfortunate loss of Kajol’s dad Shomu Mukherjee. Devgan wishes to have some quiet time with his parivaar now, and has taken Kajol, daughter Nysa, sister-in-law Tanishaa and some close friends to Goa.

They’ll return home only at the end of the month, when Ajay will return to shoot for Rohit once again, followed by Kumar Mangat’s animation flick Toonpur Ka Superhero! But for now, Ajay is enjoying the sun in Goa! A much-deserved break we say!

Quelle: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Enter...how/3029972.cms

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

Ajays Film läuft gut, aber seine Familie muß erst noch über den plötzlichen Tod seines Schwiegervaters Shomu Muhkherjee kommen. Deswegen verbringt Ajay nun mit Frau und Kind, mit Kajols Schwester Tanishaa und und ein paar engen Freunden eine erholsame und ruhige Zeit in Goa. Ende des Monats wird er wieder in Mumbai sein, die letzten Szenen für Rohit Shetty abliefern und dann soll es gleich mit Toonpur Ka Superhero weitergehen.
Aber jetzt genießt er die Sonne in Goa . eine wohlverdiente Pause.

By Subhash K. Jha, Mumbai, May 10

Prakash Jha has accumulated a formidable cast of actors for his next directorial venture "Rajniti" that blends contemporary Indian politics with chapters from the "Mahabharata".

"Ajay Devgan will play a modern day Karna. And, believe it or not, Nana Patekar, who was fantastic as the corrupt politician in 'Apaharan', has been cast as Lord Krishna," Jha told IANS.

"Rajniti" will be the most expensive film Jha has ever produced.

Also in the cast are Viveik Oberoi and Manoj Bajpai. "These are actors I've not worked with before. I'm looking forward to directing them.

"Ajay and Nana are old friends. We share a fantastic comfort level."

In fact, recently the Marathi Nana and the Bihari Jha participated in a debate on the anti-north Indian campaign led by Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray in Maharashtra on NDTV.

After the debate, Raj Thackeray apparently rang up Jha for presenting a balanced view.

"Raj is a friend and an intelligent, educated man. I truly believe artistes need to rise above politics. I make cinema on politics, but I'd never be part of it.

"Likewise Nana, who was so stunning as a wily politician in 'Apaharan', will I'm sure be equally adept at playing Krishna in my 'Rajniti'," said Jha, who has the politically charged film "GangaaJal" to his credit.

The crucial question before Jha now is to find a suitable actor to play Arjun. The character, as conceived by Jha, modernises the mythological elements from the "Mahabharata".

Jha is thinking of roping in an upcoming superstar, who's currently being toasted as the most exciting actor since Shah Rukh Khan, to play the role. However, he didn't disclose the name.

"Yes, I've an ideal actor in mind for the role of Arjun."

"Rajniti" won't be the first contemporary take on the "Mahabharata". Three decades ago, Shyam Benegal attempted to incorporate elements from the epic into contemporary entrepreneurship in the film "Kalyug".

Now Jha will blend mythology with Indian politics. Interestingly, earlier he wanted to film just the Draupadi section of the "Mahabharata" with Madhuri Dixit in the lead. He shelved the idea when he heard other filmmakers were barking up the same tree.

Quelle: http://www.newkerala.com/one.php?action=fullnews&id=58330

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Den Artikel hatten wir schon mal, es geht um die Besetzung vom Film "Rajniti". Noch mit Vivek.... wo uns die beiden nächsten Artikel etwas anderes berichten:

May 12, 2008 5:59:34 PM IST
Bollywood Trade News Network

It was recently reported in the media that Vivek Oberoi was to play a leading role in Prakash Jha's film RAJNITI along with Ajay Devgan, Nana Patekar, Ranbir Kapoor and Manoj Bajpai.

But according to Vivek's publicist Dale Bhagwagar, the actor wouldn't be able to participate in the film. "Indeed, Vivek was offered RAJNITI and wanted to do the film too. But since he had already committed the required dates to the Karan Johar production to be directed by Rensil D'Silva (screenwriter of RANG DE BASANTI), he couldn't be part of RAJNITI."

"However, Vivek has been an admirer of all Prakash Jha movies and is keen to work with the director in future," added Bhagwagar.

In Rensil's film, Vivek will be starring in the lead along with Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor.

Meanwhile, Popcorn Motion Pictures and Balaji Telefilms Limited's MISSION ISTANBUL directed by Apoorva Lakhia and starring Vivek along with Sunil Shetty, Zayed Khan and Shriya Saran is nearing release. The actor sports a very different get-up to go with an intense look in this film where he even flexes a lot of muscle.

Quelle: http://www.glamsham.com/movies/scoops/08...-jha-050812.asp

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Vivek kann nun wohl doch nicht in Rajnitit" mitspielen, da er bereits für einen Film von Karan Johar Productions unter Regie von Rensil D'Silva (Screenwriter von Rang de Basanti) seine Zusage gegeben habe, wo er mit Kareena Kapur und Saif Ali Khan spielen wird. Er sei aber begeistert von Prakash Jha und möchte mit ihm gern in Zukunft mal arbeiten.

12 May, 2008 02:39 pm ISTlINDIATIMES MOVIES

The actor first said no to a Malayalam film starring Mohanlal, the great actor down South. While we really don't know why, Vivek Oberoi has now said no to Prakash Jha's Rajniti – a movie starring Ajay Devgan, Ranbir Kapoor, Nana Patekar and Manoj Bajpai.

Apparently it's a 'date issue' that has made doing this motion picture impossible for Vivek. The dates have clashed with Karan Johar's production to be directed by Rensil D'Silva. So while he has missed out on shooting with the likes of Ajay et al, Vivek is happy sharing screen space with Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor.

Besides Mission Istanbul , let's hope big banners such as Dharma and acting with popular actors like Saif and Kareena help Oberoi resurrect his otherwise sliding career. Jha's Rajniti looks promising, and let's hope for Vivek's sake, it's not his 'big loss'.

Quelle: http://movies.indiatimes.com/articleshow/3032533.cms

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Wieder ein Artikel darüber, dass Vivek nicht "Rajnitit" machen wird, aber mit sarkastischem Unterton (er habe auch einen Film aus Indiens Süden abgelehnt, keiner wisse, warum) und dem Statement, man hoffe, diese Entscheidung von Vivek sei nicht ein goßer Fehler und er könne seine Karriere retten, indem er mit Kareena Kapur und Saif Ali Khan im Film ist anstatt mit Ajay Devgan.
(was der Satz genau heißt, weiß ich leider auch nicht - während er es versäumt hat, mit jemandem wie Ajay zu drehen oder mit Ajay und den anderen....???)sRuthle


The actor first said no to a Malayalam film starring Mohanlal, the great actor down South. While we really don't know why, Vivek Oberoi has now said no to Prakash Jha's Rajniti – a movie starring Ajay Devgan, Ranbir Kapoor, Nana Patekar and Manoj Bajpai.

Apparently it's a 'date issue' that has made doing this motion picture impossible for Vivek. The dates have clashed with Karan Johar's production to be directed by Rensil D'Silva. So while he has missed out on shooting with the likes of Ajay et al, Vivek is happy sharing screen space with Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor.

Besides Mission Istanbul , let's hope big banners such as Dharma and acting with popular actors like Saif and Kareena help Oberoi resurrect his otherwise sliding career. Jha's Rajniti looks promising, and let's hope for Vivek's sake, it's not his 'big loss'.

Quelle: http://movies.indiatimes.com/articleshow/3032533.cms

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von Filmverrückt:

Weiter oben tauchte die Frage auf, was 'et al' heißt. Ist die Abkürzung für 'et alii' - männlich (bzw. et aliae - weiblich / et alia - Neutrum) und bedeutet tatsächlich 'und andere'. Gibt es im Deutschen häufiger in wissenschaftlichen Texten oder Veröffentlichungen bei Titelnennung, wenn es z.B. mehrere Herausgeber gibt. Dann wird so abgekürzt.

By Bollywood Hungama News Network, May 12, 2008 - 16:22 IST

After gathering maximum TRP's for his commendable performance in 'Kasamh Se', Jai Walia (Ram Kapoor) will play himself in Rohit Shetty's forthcoming directorial venture Golmaal Returns, a sequel to Golmaal.

The film has Ajay Devgan, Arshad Warsi, Shreyas Talpade and Tusshar Kapoor along with Kareena Kapoor who plays quite addicted to soaps and is a great fan of Jai Walia. While confirming the news, Rohit Shetty said that Jai Walia is a famous household name in the television industry and so was the apt choice for Kareena's hot spree on television.

Golmaal Returns is being made under Ashtavinayak Cinevision and will be released on October 24, 2008.

Quelle: http://www.indiafm.com/news/2008/05/12/11364/index.html

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Jai Walia spielt sich selbst in Rohit Shettys Film. Er sei so bekannt durchs Fernsehen, daß er die optimale Besetzung gewesen sei für eine Szene, in der Kareena Kapur einen "Ausflug" ins Fernsehen macht.

Ajay Devgan, Vivek Oberoi

Ajay Devgan and Vivek Oberoi upped the fashion quotient at Cannes in labelled suits and swanky eye-wear at Cannes 2006.

The leading men of Vishal Bharadwaj's Omkara were there to market the much-acclaimed desi adaptation of William Shakespeare's Othello.

Quelle: http://specials.rediff.com/movies/2008/may/13slid6.htm (mit Bild)

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- cooles Foto von Ajay und Vivek 2006, wegen "Omkara" in Cannes in weißen Anzügen und mit Sonnenbrillen

13 May, 2008 10:40 am ISTlReshma Kelkar/INDIATIMES MOVIES

The actor-director who has been riding high on the success of ‘U, Me Aur Hum’ with wifey Kajol is singing to a new tune these days. Ajay Devgan who is currently shooting for ‘Golmaal Returns’, will follow it up with Kumar Mangat’s ‘Toonpur ka Superhero’ . But after all that he is planning another blockbuster.

Ajay Devgan is currently in talks with Eros Entertainment for signing a new project titled ‘Raghupati Raghav Rajaram’. And if the deal gets through, this will prove to be a very influential project for Devgan’s career. Apparently, he will not just direct and act in the film but will have three roles to play! Yes, the buzz doing the rounds is that Ajay will play the characters of Raghupati, Raghav and Rajaram as well.

When we called up at Eros to confirm the same, a highly-placed executive in the production house said that the deal is still in the preliminary stage and hence it would be premature to make any statement.

But with a project like this, we are confident that Ajay will seal the deal with ‘Raghupati Raghav Rajaram’.

Quelle: http://movies.indiatimes.com/articleshow/3035620.cms

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Ajay soll mit Eros Entertainment in Verhandlungen stehen bezüglich seines neuen Projekts - falls daraus etwas wird, mutmaßt der Artikelschreiber, Ajay würde dann nicht nur eine Doppelrolle haben, sondern drei Charaktere spielen, nämlich Raghupati, Raghav und Rajaram. Ausserdem wäre er dann wohl auch wieder Regisseur und Produzent.

By: Bollywood Mantra Staff on 12th May 2008

U Me Aur Hum, is doing a promising business at the box office and Bollywood actor Ajay Devgan thought of enjoy its success with family. He took a short break from his work and flew off to Goa for a vacation with his family members.

Ajay is delighted with the positive response of his film and to enjoy this moment of glory, he with his wife Kajol, daughter Nysa, sister-in-law Tanishaa and other family members was off to Goa to spend a wonderful time together at the exotic location of the place. Moreover, the family had gone through a severe trauma with the sad demise of Kajol’s father Shomu Mukherjee. To console the family members and to freshen up their mood, he thought of this impromptu vacation.

Ever since his film hit the theatre, the actor has been working consistently. Soon after his directional debut, he reported on the set of Rohit Shetty's Golmaal Returns and attended Kumar Mangat's animation flick Toonpur Ka Superhero. Next Ajay is planning to direct an action flick. So, lots is coming his way and Ajay will be busy with all those assignments and planning a vacation at this moment is a good idea.

Quelle: http://www.bollywoodmantra.com/news/ajay...e-for-goa/2664/

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Ajay hat sich nach harter Arbeit und dem Schock über den plötzlichen Tod seines Schwiegervaters einen Familienurlaub in Goa mehr als verdient. Eine gute Idee, erst mal auszuspannen, ehe Ajay seinen umfangreichen künftigen Verpflichtungen nachkommt

Television hunk Jai Walia (Ram Kapoor from Kasamh Se) will be seen playing himself in Golmaal 2.

When Ram was asked about this, he said, “How did you get to know about this? My act is supposed to be a surprise in the film. I play myself in the film. Kareena Kapoor’s character in the film is shown to be a big fan of mine and the scene revolves around it. It was a great experience shooting with Ajay, he is a thorough professional.”

We have also learnt of the scene in which Ram Kapoor is included. According to a source, “Ajay is sitting in the bar, drinking away and saying, ‘Yeh Walia aur Mihir ke chakkar mein meri biwi mujhe …’ and that’s when Ram Kapoor walks in the bar with a couple of chicks and Ajay unleashes his frustration on the actor. It is a comic sequence with the three.”

Quelle: http://www.radiosargam.com/films/archive...ram-kapoor.html

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Es geht um die Szene aus Golmaal, für die der aus dem Fernsehen bekannte Ram Kapoor eine Special Appearance macht. Ajay's Charakter sitzt frustriert in einer Bar, der Mann kommt rein und Ajays Frust entlädt sich auf ihn.

Ajay Devgan

Ajay Devgan made his debut with Phool Aur Kante. The film went on to be a huge hit and Ajay won The Filmfare Best Debut award for it. He was seen in a black jacket in the film. His serious acting combined the black look in the film worked perfectly.

Black looks big and mean…Blacks looks powerful… Black looks sexy… Perhaps that’s why black is beautiful for our action heroes.

Quelle: http://movies.indiatimes.com/quickies/msid-3036012.cms das Bild dazu nicht verpassen

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übersetzt von sRuthle:

- Actionhelden bevorzugen Schwarz
Jedenfalls steht neben dem Foto, daß Ajay Devgan sein Debut mit "Phool Aur Kante" gab und dafür den Filmfare Best Debut bekam. Seine ernste Schauspieldarstellung und sein Look in Schwarz kamen toll an.
Schwarz sieht groß aus und gemein... stark ... sexy... Vielleicht finden deshalb die Action Heros Schwarz so wunderschön.