Akshay’s new film similar to Shoaib-Sania affair

Coincidences do happen but this one has to top the list. Just when Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik was accused of bigamy on the eve of his wedding to Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza, Sajid Khan’s ‘Housefull’ also busted into the scene. Surprisingly the film bears a marking resemblance to the "Shoaib-Sania affair".

In the comedy, Akshay Kumar’s wedding to Deepika Padukone is interrupted by a woman, played by Jiah Khan who claimed to be his wife.

Commenting on the similarity, Akshay Kumar said: "I never thought of it. Now that you’ve pointed it out I guess there’s a resemblance. Actually I’ve three women claiming to be my wife in the film." But the actual sequence where Akshay’s wedding to Deepika is interrupted is too close to the happenings in the life of the Shoaib and Sania to be a coincidence.

Director Sajid Khan said: "What can I say, except that this is a case of life imitating art? We do have a sequence where Akshay’s wedding is interrupted by a woman claiming to be his wife. Compounding the similarities with the real life situation which are grabbing headlines is the fact that the first wife’s claims are not as simple as they seem. But I repeat the similarities are coincidental. I wrote my script two years ago."

Be as it may, the similarity between Shoaib Malik’s and Akshay Kumar’s respective predicaments seem to be a case of perfect timing.

Katrina Kaif injured on the sets of Tees Maar Khan

Accidents often happen but it is rare with the Action King of Bollywood, but this has happened. Katrina Kaif and Akshay Kumar were shooting a romantic song sequence of ‘Tees Maar Khan’. As the lady jigged towards onscreen love Akshay Kumar, the actor’s jaw-struck Katrina’s head and she started to bleed.

Co-star Akshay said that she would now need a minimum of 4 stitches on her head. Kat on rearing this became tensed. However, when a scared Katrina started to cry, Akshay laughingly said that he was pulling her leg. The injury was a minor one and it didn’t stall the shoot but the actress was shaken.

Katrina did injure herself on the head, but she’s fine now and has resumed shooting. Katrina has been a bundle of nerves for quite some time now and has been falling ill frequently. Recently, she passed off on a film set and accused the media for pestering her.

Here is a hope that the fragile beauty regains her strength and keeps delivering hits one after the other.

Its all praise for Akshay for Khatron Ke Khiladi - Level 2

Brazilian beauty Bruna Abdullah, actresses Rupali Ganguly, Nauheed Cyrusi and VJ Anushka Manchanda are all ga-ga over Akshay Kumar. It is not that they have a crush on him, but say the Bollywood star was a "motivating and inspiring" host for the second edition of adventure reality show "Khatron Ke Khiladi - Level 2".

All of them are participants on the show and feel Akshay motivated them to push their limits to accomplish tasks and often eased a tough situation by cracking jokes.

"Khatron Ke Khiladi - Level 2" has 13 celebrity women, including Mandira Bedi, Shweta Salve, Rosa Catalano, Sushma Reddy, Carol Gracias and Shonali Nagrani, among others and each of them has a male partner and they compete with each other to win Rs.5 million as prize money. The show was shot in Cape Town and will air on Colors in September.

Nauheed Cyrusi, best remembered as the "Piya basanti re" girl, says Akshay was a constant support system for her. For Brazilian beauty Bruna Abdullah, Akshay was an inspiration. VJ and singer Anushka was also all praise for the 41-year-old actor.

"Akshay was the best host possible for this show. If I wasn’t able to do a task easily, he used to motivate me. Even if any of us backed out of a task, he would give us plenty of pep talks and used to ask us to push our limits. He was a super teacher," said Rupali Ganguly.

Katrina Kaif suffers wardrobe malfunction

Katrina Kaif’s admirers would have given anything to catch the moment of her wardrobe mishap in a dripping wet saree. But only the unit members enjoyed the moment as the gorgeous Kat’s saree did a strange shrinking act while shooting for upcoming film ‘De Dana Dan’.

Katrina was doing a rain song with co-star Akshay Kumar, when her saree shrunk up to her knees, revealing too much of her legs. The skin-show was much relished by the onlookers but director Priyadarshan and choreographer Pony Verma were not prepared for the unexpected situation and decided to do away with long and wide angles.

Sexy Katrina took the incident in a stride, “It is okay. It was just one of those things which happen during shoots.” Said Katrina

Akshay-Kareena walk with Sylvester Stallone at Cannes

Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor are all set to walk the red carpet with Sylvester Stallone at the Cannes Film Festival starting May 13. The Hollywood action star makes a guest appearance.

Stallone has been making inquiries about the release of the film. When informed of producer Sajid Nadiadwala's Cannes plan, he agreed as he is said to be extremely fond of both Akshaya and Kareena.

Brandon Routh and Denise Richards also make guest appearances in the movie, which is expected to hit the screens soon.

Hera Pheri team to be seen together for De Dhana Dhan

The entire team of Hera Pheri - Akshay Kumar, Sunil Shetty, Paresh Rawal and Priyadarshan have shot together for the first time in nine years for De Dhana Dhan.

An emotional Priyadarshan decided to dedicate an entire day only to the team of Hera Pheri and not shoot with the rest of the cast present at the location.

Director Priyadarshan, who was not a part of Hera Pheri's sequel says De Dhana Dhan is a comic caper with a feel of the original. De Dhana Dhan also sees Katrina Kaif back with Akshay Kumar after Singh Is Kinng.

Vipul Shah flick legally threatened by Warner Bros.

There are several Bollywood Music that is been copied from the west but the trend seems to have reached a full stop. Warner Brothers has issued a legal notice against Bollywood produced Vipul Shah.

The rumours are that Vipul Shah is making a film,and he has neither seeked for Warner Brother’s Permission nor got in touch with Warner Brothers. When the Warner Brothers came to know the detils they decided to take strict action.

The target was easily recognized as Vipul Shah, who had announced Akshay Kumar starrer ‘Action Replay’. Buzz has it that the film was on the lines of Benjamin Button. However, Vipul denies the claims.

He said, “My film is called ‘Action Replay’. It’s based on a play I wrote 14 years ago, no, 15, actually, in ’94. It was registered with the Censor Board of India, and was staged too. More than 200 shows have been staged. And my film does not have a single scene similar to the Brad Pitt-starrer.” About the notice, Vipul said, “No one has spoken to me in this regard.”

Defending his film, Vipul declared, “If I’m guilty, I’m willing to undergo legal punishment. But if they prove the similarity, I would first like to sue them, because their film would then be a remake of my original registered script and play.”

Akshay Kumar-Aishwarya Rai receive Padma Shri

31st March 2009 – A red Letter Day for Akshay Kumar and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan . After all, it's the day when the Khiladi – Akshay Kumar and the former Miss World – Aishwarya Rai Bachchan received the highest civilian honor- The Padma Shri.

While Akshay was drapped in a formal black suit, Ash sizzled in her rose coloured saree. The event took place in New Delhi. Abhishek Bachchan was also present for this wonderful occation to share the moment. As for Akshay this is one honour which he would cherish for the rest of his life.

Interestingly, the two Padma Shri recipients Akshay and Ash is soon to be seen sharing the screen in Vipul Shah's film Action Replay.

Akshay Kumar in trouble for raunchy act at Lakme Fashion Week 09

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has just landed himself in trouble with his vulgar act of unbuttoning at the recent Lakme Fashion Week. Mumbai Police has registered a complaint against Akshay and his wife Twinkle for the shameful show on the ramp of Lakme Fashion Week 2009 which is watched nationwide.

Akshay was walking the ramp for designer Tarun Tahiliani on Monday. He turned towards his wife Twinkle Khanna, seated in the front row and apparently asked her to unbutton his jeans, which she did.

"We are conducting an inquiry into Akshay Kumar`s alleged obscene acts during Lakme Fashion Week held recently after we received a complaint from a person called Anil Nair," an officer said.

Meanwhile, the actor denied the objections justifying that he did not get it done by a model.

Akshay Kumar calls Kareena Kapoor a bitch

Bollywood is known for love controversies just around the release dates of movies. This time it is Sajid Nadiadwala’s ‘Kambakht Ishq’ whish is feeling the heat.

Even before its release the film has run into trouble with the Censor Board. A still from ‘Kambakht Ishq’ has become the talk of the town. The still in question is a promo of ‘Kambakhat Ishq’ where Kareena Kapoor calls Akshay Kumar a dog and Akshay in calling her a bitch.


Apart from this scene, there is also a line mouthed by Akshay which goes like this - “Women are good only for one thing”.

Women organisations have conveyed their protest against the same, indicating that the statements put women in bad light.

The film’s posters are also bound to raise eyebrows. The posters show Akshay holding Kareena in a sexually aggressive way.

Akshay Kumar and Aishwarya Rai to be awarded with the Padmashree

Bollywood stars Akshay Khiladi Kumar and the sensuous Aishwarya Rai are two of the most renouned names in Bollywood. And now they have got the nod for the prestigious Padmashree Awards.

Among those who inspired the masses with dedication in their respective fields and achievements, some well known names of the glamour world also stand out. Helen, the yesteryear queen of the dance-floor, veteran vocalist Hridaynath Mangeshkar, smiling-voiced vocalist Udit Narayan and Penaz Masani are some of the celebrated names featuring among this year’s Padmashree awardees.

Veteran broadcaster Ameen Sayani is also getting this honour. With so many stellar names, the glamour world is honoured as never before

Things goes Big for Chandni Chowk To China

Now that the 'King Khan' SRK and the 'Perfectionist' Aamir Khan have registered their blockbuster, it is time for the stunt king to prove his worth.Wait for the much awaited Chandni Chowk To China will soon be over. Its time to see if the film will break or at least match up to the collections of the films of the other two superstars, namely SRK's Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi and Aamir's Ghajini. But Akshay and the producers of CC2C are leaving no stones unturned to get this film a grand premiere.

CC2C's first international premiere will be held at the SJR theatre in LA tonight. In fact, not too long ago, the screens at this theatre were coloured by works of much acclaimed filmmakers like Clint Eastwoood's Gran Toriona , The Dark Knight premiere, Oceans 13 premiere and many more.

Looking at this we can surely say that Akki is planning to create a record of sorts with Chandni Chowk To China.

Deepika sells on tele-shopping media in Chandni Chowk To China

One of the most awaited releases this year is the Akshay Kumar- Deepika Padukone starrer Chandni Chowk To China which hits the screen on Jan 16. The film is Bollywood's first Kung-Fu comedy with some mind blowing action scenes shot. While Akshay plays a chef Deepika Padukone would be seen in a double role once again after Om Shanti Om. While one of her characters is called Sakhi, she is also known as Miss TSM (Tele Shoppers Media) in the film.

Deepika would be seen endorsing many different TSM products and gadgets in the film. Some of these gadgets are funky and created for the film out of crazy ideas. Deepika is seen posing with a red coloured umbrella. Also she is in for some fun as she sprays what looks like perfume on a fellow TSM employee which is not a perfume spray but protective chilly spray which can be used as an effective self protecting weapon.

Finally, Deepika is all smiles as she is seen posing along with the staff of Tele Shoppers Media.

Kareena Donns a Bikini Again

Size zero actress Kareena Kapoor started with two piece swimsuit in Tashan. She received a great response for flaunting her slender body. Now, she is again back with Sajid Nadiadwala’s upcoming flick Kambakht Ishq. Audience will certainly feel some heat when they will see Bebo in bikini romancing Akshay in trunks.

The movie is said to have a fair amount of intimate scenes between the two which also includes close underwater sequences. Designer Akki Narula has been given the task of designing a comfortable two piece for Kareena and a skimpy trunk for Akshay.

What would be the reaction of Saif when he will see his Kareena romancing her male lead in a bikini? He will definitely speak in a professional language but inwardly he will certainly feel the pinching.

Akshay and Kareena shoot for Kambakth Ishq in Venice

The very fact that 'Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor are being paired together' brings all the makings of a Bollywood blockbuster in one's mind. And if that isn’t enough Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Denise Richards and Brandon Routh join Akki and Bebo in the film. It would undoubtedly be one of the biggest Hindi films ever.

Well, this film is none other than Sajid Nadiadwala's Kambakth Ishq. It promises to be India's first film to boast of such a huge Indian and International starcast. The film is a romantic comedy about an Indian stuntman who takes Hollywood by storm.

The above pics were taken in Venice where Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor were shooting last week for a song sequence. From the looks of it, it seems like Akshay is trying his best to woo Kareena. The scale at which this film is being shot already makes it a potential blockbuster. Looks like there's no stopping for Akki.

Akshay is the new singing sensation of India

After rapping for a song in Singh Is Kinng, Akshay Kumar is all set to sing a entire song for his upcoming film, Chandni Chowk to China. In the film, which is based on Akshay’s life, the actor has worked on the song’s tune with famous pop group Rhythm Dhol Bass, popularly known as RDB.
The lyrics of the song are:
• Chandni Chowk to China…
• Chandni Chowk se aayaa yeh ladka
• Lagaye tadke pe tadka…
• Chandni Chowk to China…

Akshay is quite excited about the film. Chandni Chowk to China traces Akshay’s journey right from his early days in Chandni Chowk in Delhi to Bangkok, where he worked as a chef. The song captures the actor’s journey and goes on to show how he came to Bollywood and is now a superstar.While Akshay was in Los Angeles shooting for his film Kambakth Ishq, he would personally call up the RDB members and work on the song after pack-up.

Akshay is the King of Bollywood

The Amul hoardings recently seen across town, created quite a few murmurs in the film industry. The hoardings projected Akshay Kumar as the number one hero, while the two Khans - Shah Rukh and Aamir - are shown handing out buttered toasts to Akshay with the tagline saying, ‘Singh is King’. Apparently, this running down of their numero uno position has not gone down well with SRK and Aamir.

When Mr.Rahul DaCunha, head honcho of DaCunha Associates, was asked about the concept of this particular ad. He said, “For the moment at least, after the release of Sinngh is King, Akshay was considered to be the number one and people too have accepted him as the number one hero. Even the newspapers clearly declared him as the number one hero, it’s not as though it’s our take entirely.”

But it’s true that there have been rumblings in the industry questioning the concept. But audiences take such ad campaigns more like a joke. People have to be sporting enough to laugh off these matters.”

Katrina for Akki's Home Production

For his first home production De Dhana Dhan, the Khiladi wasn’t taking any chances and insisted that Katrina Kaif be cast as his leading lady in the film. Several names were being considered, but Akshay wanted only Katrina. And though the actress had other prior commitments, she juggled her dates to be part of Akshay’s first home production.

Akshay confirmed, “Yes, we have zeroed in on Katrina. The film is special to me and Katrina has been a lucky mascot. Moreover, I feel audiences like seeing us together on screen.” The film will go on the floor in November with the hit starcast of Hera Pheri — Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal and director Priyadarshan calling the shots. “It’s a hilarious film and will be completely shot abroad,” said Akshay.

Akki-Kat to create magic once more.

After being the hottest onscreenpair for 4 movies - HUMKO DEEWANA KAR GAYE, NAMASTEY LONDON, WELCOME and the most recent SINGH IS KINNG, they are all set to create the magic for the fifth time.

Yes thats true, the most sought after Jodi of B-town is being paired in Priyadarshan's forthcoming comedy DE DANA DHAN. This film will bring back the HERA PHERI team Akshay, Suneil Shetty and Paresh Rawal, and director Priyadarshan together after 8 years. Apart from them Neha Dhupia and Sameera Reddy are also a part of the star cast. This yet another comedy will produced by Venus and will hit floors in November . The whole movie is planned to be entirely shot in Singapore.

Frequent pairing and onscreen magic between Akshay-Katrina has worked wonders on. So one can expect another blockbuster in the form of DE DANA DHAN!!

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