No time to enjoy the success, says busy Priyanka

"Don 2: The King Is Back" opened to a positive response but Priyanka Chopra, who plays 'jungli billi' in it, rues that actors' busy schedules do not allow them to enjoy the success of their films.

'Don 2' rings in over Rs.48 crore on opening weekend

Shah Rukh Khan's much talked about action thriller "Don 2: The King Is Back" has opened to encouraging reviews and cheerful opening weekend collection of over Rs.48 crore. Director Farhan Akthar thanks fans for making it a hit.

Shah Rukh Khan charms Lucknow

AA GAYA DEKHO DON: People in Lucknow waited in anticipation of Shah Rukh Khan's visit days before the star actually came on Wednesday on his first ever trip to Lucknow.

My audience believes I can fly: SRK

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who has been doing hardcore stunts for his film "Don 2: The King Is Back", says it's only the conviction of his fans that keeps him going. The actor says he did have initial jitters to jump off a 300-foot building.

It's one of the greatest highs to play a villain: SRK

Shah Rukh Khan, who played anti-hero in the beginning of his career, returns in a negative role in his forthcoming movie "Don 2: The King is Back". The superstar says that portraying villanious characters gives a different high to an actor.

The game-changers of 2011!

Most people tread the beaten path but some rare ones lead the way. A salute to some people who in 2011 attempted to go where no one else has dared

Rewind 2011
As much as I am tempted to say that 2011 has been a phenomenal year, it is kind of given considering that the entertainment industry is growing at a breathtaking pace.

However, 2011 does have its fair share of moments which made us proud, moments that made us cringe, moments that made us teary-eyed and moments that made us want to hide under a rock.

Starting from today, till the end of the year, Hitlist will stitch together those moments and talk about the personalities who were instrumental in making them possible. Happy reading.
-- Ed

They say rules are meant to be broken. But not everyone who talks of breaking the norm manages to carve a path of his or her own.

2011, fortunately has seen a powerful set of 'game changers', who have proven to be visionaries in their own might.

From a mainstream actress who proudly showed off her three 'tyre'-tummy, to a superstar who announced the news of becoming a father in a way as ingenuous as most of his movies, here are 2011's rebellious bests...

Bombaat Balan
There's little that hasn't already been said about this woman who changed the face (and body) of a leading lady in Bollywood. Post The Dirty Picture, Vidya Balan came to be known as the 'ballsiest' actor in the industry.

In the past five years, revealing extra ounces of flesh has become as sacrilegious as a lip-lock or a sex-scene back in the 70's. But when Vidya strutted around in micro-minis showing of a jelly-belly, it was more about shedding inhibitions, than clothes.

More so, it was a wake-up call for actresses who belong to a space where success rates are measured by the number of item numbers they bag. "In this film I have celebrated my body and I think we all should," says Vidya.

Daddy cool
Trust Aamir Khan's son to come into the world, making a statement. Azad Rao Khan is a probably the quietest Bollywood baby to be delivered, but still he managed to create all the right noises. When proud papa announced his arrival through IVF surrogacy, it was a lesson for many popular couples that still treat the method as a taboo. "This baby is especially dear to us because he was born to us after a long wait and some difficulty," said Aamir.

The Kolaveri chant
A romantic moonlit night, a heartbreak that follows, a glass of scotch and a few tears ingredients that describe the love life of every youngster. Add them in a song, and you've got a number that becomes the anthem of the youth. Some called Kolaveri racist, some others tagged it sexist, some called the language derogatory, and the rest called it a 'passing' craze. But surprising its critics, this Tanglish number (created in a little Chennai studio) left behind the most popular Bollywood hits to emerge as the most downloaded Indian song ever. Says Dhanush, "We created a song to show that angst. We're glad it's become so relatable."

Fire in the belly
Every year there's that one film which both curses and celebrates the unpredictability of life. For 2011, Delly Belly was that film and much more. The dark humour in the film (predominantly in English) resonated not just with the youth but with anyone who understands what it feels like when s*** hits the roof. With no item number, no romantic plot, no real hero or villan, the film defied most Bollywood conventions. It was the first and probably the only time a desi gaali became a chartbuster. "With DK Bose, we mock our flawed selves. None of us are perfect and the song signifies that," said Ram Sampat, the composer of the song. The film gave adult humour a new dimension hinting that our cinema is finally coming of age.

Queen Kapoor
From being the queen of soaps to ruling the big screen, Ekta Kapoor's dramatic transition is as surprising as laudable. Her films are everything her TV soaps are not, and 2011 stands testimony to that. From reviving the dead genre of Bollywood horror with Ragini MMS to providing a fresh perspective on Mumbai's crime scene in Shor in the City to giving us a flavour of the much-mocked upon 80's in The Dirty Picture, she is the one woman producer who has the brains and the b**** to give most others a run for their money.

The 'one' and only
Love it, hate it, but you couldn't ignore it. Shah Rukh Khan's RA.One changed the rules of the marketing game in more ways than one. We saw Mr Khan endorsing everything from bathing soaps to baniyaans, but that does not take away from the fact that this carpet-bombing marketing method ensured the footfalls SRK badly needed. RA.One also became the film with the most advanced visual effects, opening doors for many such ambitious ventures.

Also...

The Indian television media spoke out loud when they collectively took a stand to not cover the much-hyped arrival of the Bachchan baby. Though, it was looked upon as unfair regulation of the media, it eventually stood out as an example.

A rather provocative and bold Bengali film called Gandu made all attempts for public screenings at film festivals, despite oppositions from political parties. The film, has now been released online successfully reaching a large chunk of its target audience.

Stephen Speilberg's Tin tin for becoming the highest Hollywood animation grosser in India.

Actresses like Purna Jagannathan and Nargis Fakhri who made their Bollywood debuts post their 30s.



Courtesy : Mid day

King Khan-Ajay Devgn: Foes turned pals?

Once perceived to be sworn enemies, the stars amicably swapped rights to a couple of scripts recently

Going by this report, it seems the perceived enmity between Ajay Devgn and Shah Rukh Khan is long over. The latest is that the two have exchanged the rights to a couple of scripts, recently.

SRK's opus likely to be out next year

Weighing an incredible 37 kg, running up to 800 pages and consisting of exclusive content including fascinating extracts from Shahrukh Khan's personal diary, "King Khan - The Official Opus of Shah Rukh Khan" is likely to be released next year.

SRK Loves Kochi. Really?

Did Shah Rukh Khan really mean it when he said "I Love Kochi"?

The king of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan made waves across the state when he made his visit to Kochi on Sunday afternoon to inaugurate a textile showroom here. More than SRK, the crowd was on the pinnacle of excitement when they got a glimpse of the superstar. But, guess the excitement got squashed when the star left the premises unheeding the major concern of the Kochiites Mullaperiyar Dam.

Neha Dhupia goes back to Shah Rukh Khan!

She's the creator of the famous "Sex and SRK sell" quote, and not-so-long ago, she made an amendment to her own line and slipped in the Dabangg Khan's name in there too.

Anushka sharma : At a glance

She debuted with the girl-next-door act in 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi'. With 'Badmaash Company', she metamorphosed into an ultra glam chick, much to the delight of her fans.

She is out to prove that she is not a one-film wonder; she will be seen in a variety of roles in her upcoming films.

Anushka Sharma was born on May 1, 1988

Her father, Ajay Kumar Sharma, is an army officer. Says Anushka, 'I'm proud to be born as a soldier's daughter.'

Anushka was a successful model before entering Bollywood.

Anushka on modelling & acting: 'The only similarity between both these professions is that you need to look presentable in both. The hair, makeup, etc. The difference is that out there you're presenting it for the designer and here you're doing it for your director. Secondly, there is a lot more pleasure when you are a part of the film fraternity.'

Anushka made her debut in Shah Rukh Khan's 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi'.

Shah Rukh Khan is Anushka's favourite Bollywood actor.

Anushka on Shah Rukh Khan: 'I'm Shah Rukh's true-blue admirer. I always loved the way he conducted himself. Now after having worked with him I love him even more. Rab Ne...was like my school where Shah Rukh and Adi were my teachers.'

She won the Filmfare Best Female Debut Award for 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi'.

Her upcoming movie is 'Ladies vs Ricky Bahl'.

Anushka plays Ishika Desai in 'Ladies vs Ricky Bahl'. Sweet, intelligent and suave. Ishika, the ultimate sales girl, can sell a man his own soul. A sucker for exploring new horizons and her can-do spirit makes her take up the challenge for the most difficult sales pitch of her life.

On shifting base to Mumbai, 'I kept coming to Mumbai for modeling assignments. I decided to move into Mumbai a year ago with my mom, since my dad is posted out. I haven't bought my place. Right now I'm very comfortable in the army quarters. I don't feel the need to move from where I am.'

'I just say whatever comes to my mind. I am never on guard. I don't need to be because I'm heading the right way. I've got nothing to hide. I'm just too cool and love myself (laughs). I'm too straight-forward and people don't get that. Sometimes I get in trouble too,' says Anushka.

She is the brand ambassador of Vaseline.

Anushka has dated Ranveer Singh.


Courtesy : msn

Hrithik Roshan is the sexiest Asian man

Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan has emerged as the sexiest Asian the World of the year 2011.According to a surveyconducted by the Eastern Eye Weekly, Hrithik, 37, beat off tough competition from high profile stars to top the 50-strong list. The popular A-list actor won by the biggest ever margin in the history of the men's list to topple last year's winner Ranbir Kapoor, who finished sixth.

Shah Rukh khan whistles during press conference

Shah Rukh khan, who was in Delhi for Airtel Delhi Half Marathon, sounded upbeat about his participation in the event.

Heather Graham gets offer from SRK

Shah Rukh Khan has apparently offered " The Hangover" actress Heather Graham a role in one of his films. He was at the International Film Festival of India ( IFFI) in Goa to inaugurate the event, which the actress is attending.

King Khan extends a helping hand to Bebo

A panchchi chirps to say that when SRK, while rehearsing for his act for a recent awards event, saw Kareena Kapoor waiting he quickly extended a helping hand.

I'm extremely fond of Priyanka: Shah Rukh Khan

Their chemistry is crackling on and off screen. And their mutual admiration for one another is to be heard, seen and witnessed to be believed. BT catches Don2 co-stars Priyanka Chopra and Shah Rukh Khan in candid confession mode...

SRK honoured by UNESCO award

The actor received the Pyramide con Marni award for his charitable work; bonded with Hollywood star Jet Li

Salman Khan might be known for his charitable nature, but it was Shah Rukh Khan who bagged a special award for his kindness at the 20th UNESCO Awards in Germany on November 10.

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Amitabh-dharmendra

Sholay: Jai (Amitabh Bachchan) and Veeru (Dharmendra) are partners in crime, song, dance and even romance. While Jai is more of an introvert, Veeru is a total extrovert and the two act as perfect foils for each other.

A raunchy Vidya sells more than SRK, Akki-John put together?

Trade pundits says that 'The Dirty Picture' has more potential to rake in the moolah...

With the year coming to an end there are but a few talked-about films yet to release - Vidya Balan-starrer The Dirty Picture, Akshay-John-starrer 'Desi Boyz' and Shah Rukh Khan's 'Don 2'.

Shahrukh missing Salman......

Interestingly, it looked like King Khan was willing to let bygones be bygones with an interesting gesture on Airtel Superstar Awards to be aired on 27th November on STAR Plus, STAR One, STAR Gold and STAR Utsav at 8pm.