Blended review by ANIZ FILMVALA

Blended

 review by

 ANIZ FILMVALA 

*****

Adam Sandler's modern day rom-com pairing himself with the never fading Drew Barrymore is a unromantic and less blended. Their chemistry on screen does no fireworks as a result giving a thumbs down to this hot properties of Hollywood.

Both play single parent Jim [Adam Sandler] a widower with three daughters and Lauren [Drew Barrymore] a divorcee with two sons go on a blind date to plan a future family together, but all goes in vain.

Next a vacation from Lauren’s friend Wendi McLendon who has a fiasco trip of Africa.But a surprise awaits when all of them reach the vacation destination as they have signed up the same trip separately and now have to spent the entire vacation by sharing their suite.

The expedition to Africa becomes alike a fairy tale trip, as love blossom with exchanging compassion towards each other kids,Lauren transforms jim’s daughter Hillary[Bella Thorne] from a tomboy to a babe and Jim coaches Lauren’s son to be a winner in a base ball game.

The movie concludes with a happy ending climax truly in a Bollywood stlye.

Cast

Adam Sandler as Jim Friedman

Drew Barrymore as Lauren Reynolds

Bella Thorne as Hillary "Larry" Friedman

Emma Fuhrmann as Espn Friedman

Alyvia Alyn Lind as Lou Friedman

Shaquille O'Neal as Doug

Terry Crews as Nickens

Abdoulaye N'Gom as Mfana

Joel McHale as Mark

Wendi McLendon-Covey as Jen

An Evening full of fun and frolic with the team of ‘Humshakals’

An Evening full of fun and frolic with the team of ‘Humshakals’

Sajid Khan’s Humshakals promises 9 times the fun and well the event held with the team of Humshakals was seen living up to their promise.

The press conference which was held at a suburban theatre saw the Humshakals team – Saif Ali Khan, Riteish Deshmukh, Ram Kapoor, Tamannaah, Esha Gupta along with Director Sajid Khan at their witty and funny best.

The makers showed the trailer along with the songs and few dialogue promos which had everyone in splits. In fact everyone present at the event was seen  having a fun filled gala time!!

Along with the lead actors, also present at the event were Satish Shah & Chunky Pandey 

Produced by Fox Star Studios and Pooja Entertainment, Humshakals is directed by Sajid Khan and is all set to release on 20th June!! 

Irfan’s successor was Nawaz and Nawaz’s successor is Sohum Shah.

Irfan’s successor was Nawaz and Nawaz’s successor is Sohum Shah.

Bollywood industry works like a relay race where the baton of creative hands is exchanged and is passed through generations. 

 

Not necessarily within a film family, it can also be true for talent which is not even related. 

For example all roles that Irrfan Khan used to get couple of years ago, started going to Nawazuddin Siddiqui and all the roles that use to go to Nawazuddin Siddiqui now go to Sohum Shah. 

As actors mature and progress, they look for new excitement and challenges in their characters. Interesting what Irrfan would have like to do 5 years back was passed on to Nawaz and now Sohum

All of them are known for their unusual looks and acting prowess. 

While Irfaan is now excited with more mainstream cinema, Nawaz seems to be leaning towards edgier characters and Sohum is getting attracted to characters roles that allow him to showcase his talent.

Kunal Khemu's Guddu ki Gun on floor

Kunal Khemu's Guddu ki Gun on floor

Guddu ki Gun, written and directed by Shantanu and Sheershak and produced by Emenox Media PVT. LTD,  is a Comedy that  promises to be a crazy, mad, totally tripped out ride.

In Guddu ki Gun, Kunal Khemu plays Guddu Bhaiya, a charming  washing powder salesman in Kolkata with a midas touch and a soft corner for beautiful Bengali Housewives. After 99,  Go Goa Gone and now Guddu ki Gun, Kunal  in a 'Boudi Killer' avatar, is pushing the limits, selecting scripts with twisted innovative, youth centric, urban concepts.

Music is by various artists. Cinematographer - Keiko Nakahara, Sets - Nimish and Riyaz, Choreographer - Raju Khan, Muddsar and Amol, Editor -Cheragh Todiwala , EP - Umang Agarwal.

Shantanu and Sheershak have earlier written Table no. 21, Aa Dekhen Zara  and has also directed 3G in along with writing.

Begum Bebo arrives in a rickshaw for Singham Returns.

Begum Bebo arrives in a rickshaw for Singham Returns.

Begum Kareena Kapoor who will next be seen in Rohit Shetty's Singham Returns was recently spotted driving a rickshaw while on the sets of Singham Returns.

It was later confirmed that the actress will arrive in a local auto for a scene in the masala entertainer.

If sources are to believed, the actress went behind the steering wheel for the scene making for an amusing sight to see Bollywood royalty travel local style.

On a high after highway – Randeep signs Deepa Mehta’s next

On a high after highway – Randeep signs Deepa Mehta’s next

After critically acclaimed Highway, Randeep Hooda has bagged a role in Deepa Mehta’s next - an action-packed story about love and family, titled Inland. According to the sources the film will be made in three languages — Hindi, English and Punjabi and is inspired by true life incidents and is about individuality. 

It will have an international cast, apart from Randeep Hooda., For Randeep, who grew up watching Clint Eastwood films and always dreamt of being a part of Hollywood films, this definitely is a step in that way. 

Hrithik Roshan was keen to watch Tiger's film Heropanti

Heropanti which is doing great business on the box Office has got itself a new audience.

Hrithik Roshan was keen to watch Tiger's film Heropanti. A special screening was arranged for him on 27th night.

Tiger is a huge fan of Hrithik and he has made it very vocal. Tiger was also present at this screening.

After watching the film Hrithik had a long conversation with Tiger on congratulating him for the debut and spoke about his powerhouse performance in the film.

With Tiger on his action and dancing. He was heard saying that like me you have been successful in your first film.

Quote:

When contacted Tiger Shroff, he said, “Yes, Hrithik sir watched the film yesterday. I have always been a huge fan of his. I was very nervous and at the same time excited about this screening."

Aditya Roy Kapoor goes shopping Buys a watch for his mom and 40 shirts for himself

Aditya Roy Kapoor goes shopping

Buys a watch for his mom and 40 shirts for himself

Aditya Roy Kapoor revamped his wardrobe.

While the young actor was in the US recently he landed up going on a shopping spree.

Aditya is not a shopaholic but while he was attending an award ceremony in the US he had time on his hand. On a impromptu note Aditya decided to go shopping.

Aditya ideally wanted to buy something for his mother. He bought her a watch and at the same time he went on an extensive shopping hunt for himself.

Aditya really liked the collection there and bought about 40 – 45 shirts in a span of two days.

It is an interesting collection of printed, floral, checks and solid colored shirts.

Aditya usually wears shirts. He dresses casually and does not experiment much… but this time around he has got varied kinds of shirts.

Seems like the actor was in euphoria after having bagged an award for the best supporting actor at the award ceremony.

Lara Dutta launched Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection Plus Sugar Acid Neutralizer

Colgate revolutionizes Oral Care with

Maximum Cavity Protection plus Sugar Acid Neutralizer^TM

 

Mumbai, May 28, 2014: Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited, the market leader in Oral Care, launched a toothpaste with first of its kind technology – Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection Plus Sugar Acid Neutralizer ^TM.

 

Today, ever changing food habits and every day foods are increasingly leading to the prevalence of caries. There was a crying need to address this problem arising from sticky and sugary foods. The breakthrough technology of Sugar Acid Neutralizer^TM provides the solution for the biggest cause of cavities – Sugar Acids.

 

Colgate showcased its latest technology at this forum, creating an interactive segment between Dr. Sandesh Mayekar eminent dentist from Mumbai, and Lara Dutta, a well-known Bollywood actress in her role as a mother concerned about the dental health of her daughter.

 

On the occasion, Ms. Prabha Parameswaran, Managing Director, Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited, said “I am excited about our latest offering. A recent research revealed that 7 out of 10 children in India suffer from cavities. It is the number one oral care problem that consumers face in India today. The key reason for prevalence of cavities is the changing food habits. We now have a solution to this biggest problem in oral care, with Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection Plus Sugar Acid Neutralizer ^TM.”

 

Elaborating about this innovation, Dr. Shashank Potnis, Director, India Global Technology Centre, Colgate-Palmolive said, “At Colgate, it is our continuous endeavor to offer consumers the leading edge innovative dental solutions for better oral health. Launch of Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection plus Sugar Acid Neutralizer^TM is one such step in this direction. It is a technological breakthrough in dental science based on the extensive scientific research conducted over a period of 8 years. This technology makes use of Arginine, an amino acid, also found in saliva and Fluoride, the clinically proven anti-cavity agent. It works in two ways. It neutralizes the harmful sugar acids, the main cause of cavity formation, while making teeth stronger with Fluoride. Various long term clinical studies have been conducted to prove anti-cavity benefits of this technology.”

Former Miss Universe and doting mother Lara Dutta said, “Colgate and oral care have been synonymous for years. I am delighted that Colgate launched an innovative solution for the biggest oral care problem like cavities. It indeed got me worried to learn that our daily and modern day foods contribute to cavities. With Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection plus Sugar Acid Neutralizer ^TM, I am now assured that my family and I can fight cavities.”

 

Launching Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection Plus Sugar Acid Neutralizer^TM across India, the toothpaste will be available at a price of Rs. 94/ for 200 gms and Rs. 48/ for 100 gms. A complete 360 degree campaign encompassing TV, online, print and outdoor will be activated across the country.

About Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited

Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited is India’s leading provider of scientifically proven oral care products with multiple benefits at various price points. The range includes toothpastes, toothpowder, toothbrushes and mouthwashes under the “Colgate” brand, as well as a specialized range of dental therapies under the banner of Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals. These have become an essential part of daily oral hygiene and therapeutic oral care in India. The Company also provides a range of personal care products under the ‘Palmolive’ brand name. Colgate has been ranked as India’s #1 Most Trusted Brand across all categories for four consecutive years from 2003 to 2007 and in 2011, 2012 and 2013 by Brand Equity’s Most Trusted Brand Survey. It is the only brand to be in the top three from 2001-2013. 
For more information about Colgate’s business and products, please visit www.colgate.co.in

First Look of Main Hoon Rajinikanth

First Look of Main Hoon Rajinikanth

The First Look poster of the most talked about film Main Hoon Rajinikanth is out! As the makers claimed, Main Hoon Rajinikanth is not a biopic but a comedy tribute to the legendary superstar and cultural icon Rajinikanth, The First poster succeeds in giving you that comical feeling.

The Poster shows Noted South Indian villain Adithya Menon sitting on the Railway Platform of Hanumangarh Jn along with Kannada's sex siren Kavita Radheshyam. It also has a Bag that claims 5 Crore rupees inside with an irritating sleeping man's character. The poster has some impressive tagging on all three characters which makes you smile and guess some of the plot. Main Hoon Rajinikanth the film in totality lives up to the expectations or not, Is yet to be seen.

The film also has Shakti Kapoor, Reema Lagoo, Sunil Pal, Ganesh Yadav, Mohnish Nawani, Sodi Sultaan and Smita Gondkar. The film is written and directed by Faisal Saif under the banner of Varsha Productions and the music has been composed by Bappi Lahiri, Shibani Kashyap, Basit Faryad and Leena Shah while the cinematography has been handled by Murzy Pagdiwala.

Main Hoon Rajinikanth is slated for August End release all over.

AR Rahman to go Unplugged for Lekar Hum Deewana Dil in Mumbai!!

Music Maestro AR Rahman is all set to mesmerize with yet another path breaking and mellifluous film album which is Directed by Arif Ali,Produced by Eros International and Illuminati Films, this film marks the entry of Raj Kapoor’s grandson Armaan along with southern beauty Deeksha.

In what’s fantastic news for Rahman and music aficionados out there, the ace musician is going to have a live performance for the music lovers very soon, right here in Mumbai!! The special LHDD unplugged evening will also be a tad nostalgic and bring back happy memories for Rahman and his crew as the city of Mumbai had seen the Oscar winner last perform in 2011!!.

And circa 2014 will see AR Rahman headlining a special exclusive concert for Raj Kapoor's Younger grandson Armaan for his debut film Lekar Hum Deewana Dil.

As one would expect from A R Rahman’s compositions, the music of the movie is beyond brilliance. Having composed all the songs, the makers of the movie reveal that Rahman has taken his unique music-making-process to a new level and has created something radically different from his previous compositions!

Armaan & Deeksha were longing to have AR Rahman’s live performance as Khalifa is their favorite track from the film and a musical evening is what they had wished for and its finally happening confirms a source close to the duo

In fact after a long hiatus we have a groovy party number from Rahman in the shape of 'Khalifa' that has already got the country buzzing to its transcendent beats. The song will take centre stage that evening and we hear from the makers that it was composed in one night, and was a result of the overnight jam session. The number has become a ‘phenomenon’ of sorts!!

Not only is the occasion a sweet twist of destiny with Rahman's both Mumbai Bollywood concerts involving the Kapoor cousins but interestingly, Armaan is also the youngest actor in Bollywood for whom AR Rahman has lent his voice to in his movie career!

Eros International & Illuminati Films' Lekar Hum Deewana Dil

directed by Arif Ali is scheduled to release on 4th July 2014. Lekar Hum Deewana Dil stars Armaan and Deeksha in lead roles.

Citylights on profits before film's release!

Citylights on profits before film's release!

Citylights has already recovered it's COP and P&A much before the release of the film. Hansal Mehta's film has been made with a budget of 2.5 cr and p&a is approx 4 crore. The film has already recovered way more from its satellite rights and music that has been topping the charts currently. Another hugely profitable venture from Vishesh Films and Fox Star Studios, CityLights is set to release on May 30.

Akshay Kumar inspires FUGLY actor Arfi lamba

Akshay Kumar inspires FUGLY actor Arfi lamba

One would have thought only Akshay Kumar held the crown for following a tough fitness routine, but not many know that this Khiladi Kumar has inspired a lot of youngster who wants to make it big in Bollywood. Added to the list is Fugly actor Arfi Lamba. he is so inspired by Akshay Kumar that he tries to emulate Akshay's ways, of waking up early, exercising, healthy eating... and so on

"Akshay Kumar is like a guru. He made a mark in the industry without any godfather. Akshay sir is a superstar only because of his hardwork and talent. He not only inspires me but also inspires all the youngsters who wants to make a mark in the industry. He is just so fit and so full of energy. When he is on the sets the whole aura changes and i just love that about him. Its only because of his involvement that FUGLY is such a big film now. " says, Arfi Lamba

"Akshay Sir have seen some parts of the film, and he called me to say that he liked my work, I was on the seventh sky", says Arfi Lamba

Looks like the official Bollywood “Khiladi” is a true inspiration for Arfi

REPACKAGED RETRO “WHISTLES” TO THE TOP

REPACKAGED RETRO “WHISTLES” TO THE TOP

Who knew that the haunting flute melody, which sent fans into a frenzy for the father Jackie

Shroff in “Hero” in 1983, would resurface three decades years later to recreate history for the

son, Tiger Shroff, in Sajid Nadiadwala’s “HEROPANTI”.

The legendary melody has been superbly recreated by Manjeet Rai of Manj Musik, who under

his earlier brand name RDB, composed blockbusting melodies for many films.

Overwhelmed at still another landmark for Saregama  India Ltd., is  Business Head-Music,  Adarsh Gupta who says, “ I can cite scores of examples from

Saregama’s prized collection of premium movie tracks, from the 50’s to the 90’s, that have been chartbusters, whenever recreated, for blockbusters released

recently. But the Whistle Bajake track from Heropanti, based on the evergreen Hero tune, has surpassed all records. Its instant connect shows that the youth

believes in the golden oldies, whenever correctly and creatively represented in its new avatar. Kudos to producer Sajid Nadiadwala for identifying and

imaginatively presenting the Whistle Baja, which was a rage from the day it was released. And is today No. 1 on most charts.”

Despite his busy schedule of directing “Kick”, slated for an Eid release, Sajid Nadiadwala has been daily monitoring the pre-release preparations of “Heropanti” and was overjoyed when he learnt that “Heropanti” had achieved its 1ST landmark, prior to release, by topping the music charts. He asserts, “Belonging to a family of film-makers with a 60 years tradition, I believe in the old world charm of cinema. And the magic of music of yesteryears, if effectively energized

by today’s talent, is always an asset to a movie’s presentation & promotion.”  Earlier retro-repackaged examples like Bachna Aye Haseeno, proved its

 potential to pull an initial.

Having crossed its first landmark, Heropanti’s Whistle Baja too, will have the box-office

whistling all the way to the bank.

Kanu Behl met Monica Bellucci at Cannes

Kanu Behl’s Titli which was screened at the recent Cannes Film Festival and selected under the Un Certain Regard Category, seems to have got some international mileage in the process.

The director of Titli, Kanu Behl was elated to have got a chance to briefly interact with the Italian model and actress, Monica Bellucci.

The director, Kanu was not expecting her and was pleasantly surprised to meet the world famous actress.

Kanu and Monica discussed world cinema at the closing party of the festival.

Titli is the only selection from India this year to be featured at Cannes in the Uncertain Regard section.

When contacted Kanu he said, "I met Monica at the closing party of the festival. It was interesting to know that she's been following the Indian cinema avidly and has been wanting to be a part of it, one way or the other. She was charming, articulate and funny. I had a great time catching up with her.”

The Raid 2: Berandal review by ANIZ FILMVALA

The Raid 2: Berandal 

review  by

 ANIZ FILMVALA 

*****

Critically acclaimed movie The Raid 2, originally an Indonesian and dubbed in English is an extremely violent and gore in visuals a brutal cinematic vision of underworld with countless mass murder and bloodshed. Written and Directed by Gareth Evans the film gives you full appetizer of an action filled with merciless killings and incineration of vengeance on a severe combative way.

A Rising gangster Bejo [Alex Abbad] assassinates Rama's [Iko Uwais] brother Andi[Donny Alamsyah] consequently leaving him frenzied to take revenge of his brother’s death.Rama plots a passage to enter the gangs with the help of Bunawar [Cok Simbara] a cop who he can trust and unearth the nexus of police commissioner Reza [Roy Marten] with the Bangun and Goto gangs.

Uco [Arifin Putra] is the only son of gang lord Bangun [Tio Pakusadewo] as Rama tricks him to be his friend by saving his life in mayhem at the jail. As he continues to be a henchman to the Bangun’s orginaztion, Bejo [ Alex Abbad]a self-made ambitious gangster is on a trail to destroy the Japanese ganglords with Uco’s help.

A series of war triggers between the gangs as who rules the next command over the city. 

Two hours of nonstop action filled with extraordinary car chase, one on one combat martial art and a mud mob fights is something not seen in a regular action flicks. A movie strictly for hard core action frenzied audience light heart ted give a miss.

Cast

Iko Uwais as Rama

Arifin Putra as Uco

Oka Antara as Eka

Tio Pakusadewo as Bangun

Alex Abbad as Bejo

Julie Estelle as Ryuhei

Kenichi Endo as Goto

Kazuki Kitamura as Ryuichi

Cok Simbara as Bunawar

Donny Alamsyah as Andi, Rama's brother.

Epy Kusnandar as Topan

Roy Marten as Reza

Zack Lee as Benny

Ranveer Sing got the singer Sukhwinder to make a special appearance in Kill Dil

Popular singer Sukhwinder Singh has a guest appearance in one of the songs of Kill Dil.

A song from Yash Raj Films' project, Kill Dil starring Ranveer Singh and Parineeti Chopra was being shot in Lavassa.

Coincidentally Sukhwinder Singh, who is supposedly also the singer of that song was holidaying there.

When the YRF team learnt about this, Ranveer Singh suggested to the team for him to be a part of the song as well.

It is the happy birthday song that is sung by Sukhwinder Singh himself.

A source from the sets says, "Ranveer and Parineeti Chopra (who is paired opposite him in the film) were shooting for a song in Lavasa, which is not too far from Mumbai. Ranveer got to know that Sukhwinder is also holidaying at the same location and suggested that the team get the singer to do a cameo in the song. Everyone was on board with the idea and agreed immediately."