Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif share a very good rapport. Their appearance together either on-screen or off-screen is a source of great joy for their fans.

The alleged couple was last seen together in EK THA TIGER in 2012 and now they are back together after 5 years for its sequel TIGER ZINDA HAI.

Katrina Kaif recently shared a very endearing picture on a photo-sharing site in which Kat appears to be amused while Salman is seen blushing. The picture seems to be straight from the sets of TIGER ZINDA HAI.

A blushing Salman Khan is a very rare sight. Check the post shared by Katrina below:

No caption required ??@beingsalmankhan #tigerzindahai

Akshay Kumar has been doing various patriotic roles and roles that create an impact on the minds of the people. All his films are character-driven and he is seen doing myriad films.

Akki’s next TOILET: EK PREM KATHA is a film about defecation issues faced by rural India as well people of many parts of the world.

However, superstar Akshay who has had four super successful films back-to-back wasn’t the first choice of the film.

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During the press conference of TOLIET:EK PREM KATHA, he unveiled something shocking.

Akshay Said, “I wasn’t the first choice for the role. It went to a lot of heroes, a lot of people but nobody picked it up. I liked it and I asked Neeraj Pandey with folded hands to give it to me. Earlier, the film was named SANDAAS: EK PREM KATHA but later the title got changed.”

Adding further he said, “The writers brought the subject to me. I find it surprising that this script had been doing the rounds of the industry for over four years.”

TOLIET: EK PREM KATHA releases on August 11, 2017.

Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film starring Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma is going to be special. The film’s latest song ‘Hawayein’ crooned by Arijit Singh was released just a day back and it’s already a hit among the music lovers.

Anushka Sharma couldn’t contain her happiness over the reception of the song and shared a video clip on a photo sharing site in which she is seen spinning wearing a gorgeous Salwar-Kameez.

Interestingly this video is shot and choreographed by the king of romance SRK himself.

Watch the lovely video clip shared by Anushka below:

?The news of #Hawaayein being the most streamed song in first 24hrs got me all ?? ?? ?? ?Video shot & choregraphed by Herry from JHMS @iamsrk ??

Singer Paroma Das has lent her voice not just for songs like ‘Coffee Peetey Peetey’ (GABBAR IS BACK) and ‘Kaara Fankaara’ (OK JAANU) but also to several ad films as well.

In a candid interview Paroma reveals how singing for ad films has made her an intelligent singer and also talks about how all the female singers and actresses should take a stand in order to improve the number of songs made for female lead or singers these days in Bollywood because if they don’t then in days to come there would be hardly any songs left for female singers in this male dominated film industry.

PAROMA DASGUPTA

You came to Mumbai about ten years back to pursue your musical aspirations. Tell us about how your journey so far has been.
Actually it has been quite a fun journey. Since beginning I was majorly into ad films. It has been fun journey for me and I have never taken it like as something very serious or how other people stress about things like struggling a lot because it has never been like that for me. I have always enjoyed singing and probably that’s the reason why my journey has been full of enjoyment.

After lending your voice for actresses like Anushka and Shraddha Kapoor which all actresses you would love to sing for?
Actually, all of them are so pretty that I would love to sing for everyone. I would really love to sing for Anushka for some movie as previously I had just sung for an ad jingle featuring her. Then there’s Deepika, Kareena and I guess all of them as they are all so beautiful and talented.

A wish list of composers you are looking forward to work with.
There are so many amazing composers. From the seniors I would definitely love to work with Pritam and Amit Trivedi. And since the younger lots are doing some really good work so I would love to work with Amaal, Tanishk. Also, I love the music composed by Sachin-Jigar. So yes all these composers are on my wish list.

You have been on Sa Re Ga Ma Lil champs jury. So tell us how easy or difficult it is to judge kids?
It’s not an easy job at all because they (Kids) are extremely talented like even the grown up would not perform the way these kids do. The level of performance at ‘Sa Re Ga Ma’ is beyond comparisons so it’s really very difficult to judge the kids and almost all of them are at par with the other. But overall it’s such a pleasure to watch these kids perform as they are really amazing.

Recently Shoojit Sircar said that there should be a ban on reality shows involving children. What’s your comment on this?
I do understand Shoojit’s point of view because the working hours are insane as sometime they shoot around 2-3 episodes a day which goes on like 15-16 hours at a time. I really don’t have much to say about it as I don’t know how exactly the kids get exploited or lose their innocence but instead of banning them there should be certain rules like in advertising we have certain rules like if you have to make a kid dub or act then you should get it done only post the school timings of the kid. I don’t think similar guidelines are there for movies or TV serials. And those rules have to be laid down very categorically. But I also see so much talent around us and we enjoy watching kids perform that’s why I think there should be stricter guidelines to see that the kids are not exploited.

Apart from music what are your other passions?
I actually love belly dancing which I am learning as well. It’s something I really love to do.

"There should be stricter guidelines so that the kids are not exploited"

And if not a singer then what else you would have been?
Being from Kolkata you know there the main focus while growing up is on education so if not a singer then probably I would have been a media professional as I have done my masters and have few other degrees as well.

Do you think now-a -days in Bollywood there are very few songs made for female singers?
Yes and unfortunately we are heading that way. 5-6 years back we did have a Sunidhi, Shreya who commanded that position where composers use to make a song keeping them in mind but suddenly there’s so much competition with so many singers that somewhere female singing is losing its importance and its extremely sad because when the world cannot run without a man and woman so why things are not the same in film industry? Arijit Singh is not somebody who will run after something so people run after him so I think we are to blame for the situation as we make do with whatever comes to us instead of being firm in our stand. If our actresses like Priyanka, Kareena could take a stand as they are in a position to make people hear them so may be that could help. Also a very important role can be played by the music labels. It has to be something collectively done only then this thing will change otherwise abhi 2 line hai magar kuch dino baad woh bhi nahi rahe toh kya ? It’s like how girl child are treated in India so now if the disparity is there then in days to come there will be severe shortage. I hope the industry thinks about it and collectively does something as we all want to sing.

What’s your take on recreating old popular songs?
If we do it with one or two songs then it’s okay but that should not be really continued like a trend. If music labels give more opportunity or free hand to the music directors to come up with original stuffs I am sure that will be fruitful as there’s no dearth of talent so why show no confidence in them? And also originality can only thrive if supported by the labels or movie makers. We should rely on old songs only when there’s that kind of situation or nostalgic element required in a film and not make it a trend to remix or recreate old songs in every single film. India’s music is so rich that we have so much of exposure so why not create original content?

What do you enjoy most play back singing for films or singing for ad jingles?
As a singer I would obviously love to sing a full length song as there’s much more to express, there’s so much to show your talent where is in ad films, it’s a different format as you have to convince the consumer that this is the product you have to go for. So that’s an altogether different challenge which I really enjoy. Also I would say that singing for ad films have really helped me become a better and intelligent singer because of the given parameters you have to perform.

Do you feel that we need more shows like MTV Unplugged, Coke Studio and Jam Room?
Of course we do but at the same time if you see our Coke Studio and MTV Unplugged keep repeating artists. For a platform like Coke Studio, like how they do in other countries they arrange for a collaboration of new artist or folk artist and music producers. So likewise our music producers should collaborate with new or upcoming talents so that would be exciting.

Tell us about your upcoming projects
I am ready with my single it’s written by Vayu Shrivastav and my friend Rajeev has composed it so probably by September I will be releasing it. And I have sung this really amazing song for Aanand L Rai’s NIMMO which is composed by Krishna. Also I plan to do a lot of covers as lot of the audience really like covers these days. With the digital platform growing so fast it’s easier for artist to showcase their talent. I love so many songs which I sing just like that so I am thinking of properly recording them and then sharing them online. Also I am collaborating with another female singer Kamakshi and we will be doing something like Hindi and English mash-ups. One thing I really want to do is to collaborate with other female artists and my colleagues.

The second song 'Baat Ban Jaye' from A GENTLEMAN- Sundar Susheel Risky featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Jacqueline Fernandez has released and it will make you want to pack your bag and hit the beaches immediately.

'Baat Ban Jaye' may not be a melodious song but it is a fun, groovy number with a light and breezy tone. Set against a breezy backdrop the song is shot on some of the most exotic locations of Miami. Featuring the Sundar and Susheel Sidharth Malhotra as Gaurav and the gorgeous Jacqueline Fernandez as Kavya, the song exhibits the playful chemistry between the duo.

Jacqueline Fernandez is seen showcasing her killer moves on the funky beats of the song and it’s difficult to take eyes off her when she moves. Both Sidharth and Jacqueline leave you captivated with their breezy romance.

Jacqueline Fernandez looks ravishing with her perfect beach body and Sidharth Malhotra is seen showcasing his stunning svelte built.

Sung by Siddharth Basrur and Priya Sariya the song makes for a perfect beach anthem.

A GENTLEMAN: Sundar Susheel Risky is an action-comedy that revolves around the mistaken identity of the Sundar and Susheel Gaurav and the risky Rishi played by Sidharth Malhotra. Jacqueline Fernandez portrays the role of his love interest Kavya.

Produced by Fox Star Studios, A GENTLEMAN is directed by directors Raj & D.K and is all set to release on August 25th, 2017.

Watch the song here:

Ever since the first posters of CARBON were rolled out, there has been curiosity around this Jackky Bhagnani-Nawazuddin Siddiqui starrer. And now the first trailer of this short film is out.

The short film brings in a different concept. CARBON is a futuristic film set in 2067. Keeping in mind the current situation of Global warming, the film takes a look at what the future could look like if there's no action taken today to preserve oxygen.

The film gives out a striking message about the significance of oxygen and how if we don’t understand its value, then oxygen will become a commodity in the future. And the only thing which will remain in the future would be Carbon.

Starring Jackky Bhagnani, Nawazzudin Siddiqui, Prachi Desai and Yashpal Sharma, the film brings forth one of the biggest concerns of the planet and weaves it with unique plot and storyline. Nawazzudin and Jackky shine out with their performance and Nawaz totally surprises in his different avatar.

CARBON is written & directed by Maitrey Bajpai and Ramiz Ilham Khan. Produced by Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh and Gautam Gupta, the short film will be released on Large Short Films' YouTube channel.

While it provides any solution or not for that you will have to wait for the short film to release.  For now watch the trailer here:

Plabita Borathakur, who was seen in the recently released LIPSTICK UNDER MY BURKHA, played a Muslim girl who belongs to a strong rigid family where she is simply allowed to go to college.

Plabita played an 18 year-old girl and auditioned hard for the role. It was her dream come true to get this film.

In an exclusive conversation with Plabita she spoke about her journey that she sailed through the film LIPSTICK…. and also shares how her onscreen personality is very different from the real her.

Plabita is elated that the film is doing well and people are actually liking it.

PLABITA BORATHAKUR

She said, “My role in the film is of a conservative Muslim girl. She is simply allowed to go to college and wants to be in band and strives hard, she actually lives two lives. I rehearsed a lot and would wear Burkha and Alankrita shopped with me to get a Burkha for the role.”

“It’s a very different role, I felt bad for my on-screen character, as I have been raised in a very liberal manner and what I thought in the film I can’t even imagine what the real Plabita is going through.” adds Plabita.

Furthermore she said, “Working with Konkana Sen Sharma and Ratna Mam at such an early stage of my career was dream come true. I can’t be thankful enough. I learned a lot from them.”

LIPSTICK UNDER MY BURKHA is ruling at the box office currently. While Plabita is garnering appreciation for the film.
 

Kartik Aaryan hails from the small town of Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh. Being a complete stranger to the movie industry, his journey into films was certainly not an easy one. Despite that the actor has impressed the viewers and the critics alike with his acting chops.

Hailing from a small town, Kartik is aware of the lack of opportunities many people faces especially in fields of acting and sports. Apart from being an actor Kartik is also an avid football lover. He is also a part of the Bollywood All Stars team with the likes of Ranbir Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapoor on board.

KARTIK AARYAN

Kartik’s biggest inspiration on field is none other than one of the world’s greatest footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo. And walking on same path as Ronaldo, the actor wants to make the sport available to the needy and contribute to the larger cause of sportsmanship.

He wants to take his love of football back to his hometown, where he is all set to setup a football center. This center is being opened for those who are skilled but may not have access or appropriate training for the sport. The center will give young kids a formal training and even help them to shape their career as a sportsperson. It's wonderful to see Kartik, coming forward for such a nice initiative!

Akshay is busy promoting his upcoming film TOILET: EK PREM KATHA after returning from London .

The actor has a unique promotional strategy in mind for the social drama. In keeping with the film’s message of improving sanitation condition in India, Kumar has decided to meet the city’s clean- up marshals.

AKSHAY KUMAR

According to a source, “It was Akshay sir’s idea to get the clean- up marshals of the city together. They understand the city’s inherent issues the best. He is hosting an event today to honour their contribution in keeping Mumbai moving seamlessly. A representative from each ward in the city will be present at the event.”

Akshay also intends to spearhead a campaign to make the city cleaner, “The actor and his team will work with counselors and BMC officials in teaching slum dwellers not to dump garbage into the drains and even educate them about waste management.”

Kudos to Akshay Kumar!