Madhuri Dixit demands 5 crore for a film

Madhuri Dixit was one of the leading Bollywood actresses of her time. She delivered lots of hits in her days but after marriage, she headed to the US and concentrated on her family life. Now that she is back to India, Madhuri Dixit again back to acting. Many filmmakers comes to her door but hearing her astounding demand, they backed off. Madhuri Dixit demands Rs 5 crore for a film.

"She has been the most successful actress of her generation and clearly she brings in a brand value no one else does. So clearly that will reflect on the kind of money she charges. Ever since she has moved back to India, she has been approached by a lot of people to star in their films, but she is taking it easy.", says a source.

Madhuri quoting Rs 1 and 3 crore for endorsement deals and charges Rs 4 and 5 crore for her films. Adds the source, "This is the kind of money leading ladies like Kareena, Katrina and even Vidya are charging. So Madhuri clearly wants to let people know that she is no less than any of them and signing her on will be expensive." Says a leading producer on the condition of anonymity, "For Madhuri, even if the budget for my film hits the roof, it's a chance I would take. But yes, you need to be practical too."

Madhuri’s last offering ‘Aaja Nachle’ badly doomed at the box-office. It is heard that Madhuri has been approached by Vidhal Bharadwaj for ‘Ishqiya’ sequel, titled ‘Dekh Ishqiya’. Madhuri quotes money equal to Katrina Kaif, Kareena Kapoor, Vidya Balan and Priyanka Chopra.

Director Yash Chopra, is not titled "London Ishq" for next production

Yash Raj Films (YRF) officials says that their next production, directed by head honcho Yash Chopra, is not titled "London Ishq", as has been reported in certain sections of the media.

"Despite repeated confirmations that Yash Chopra`s film still remains untitled, large sections of the media continue to call it `London Ishq`. This is completely baseless, inaccurate and detrimental to the film," said an official statement from YRF.

The yet-to-be titled film, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma, started shooting for its first schedule in the third week of February in London. It has been creating a huge buzz all over since the first look was unveiled.

The film also brings together the Oscar award-winning pair of A.R.Rahman and Gulzar, who along with Chopra, are working on creating some wonderful and meaningful music.

Scheduled for a Diwali release, the film is expected to add the same fervour to the festive time that Chopra`s films are known for.

Aamir Khan: Not mentally prepared for 'Dhoom 3'

Actor Aamir Khan, who would be seen as a baddie in the third instalment of hit film series 'Dhoom', says, he is not mentally prepared for the film.

"I have started preparations for 'Dhoom 3'. For my role I have began working on the physical side," Aamir told reporters in Mumbai. "But I am not mentally yet prepared," he felt.

'Dhoom' series centres around bike chases, handsome thiefs and daring theft plans. After the success of 'Dhoom' (2004) and 'Dhoom 2' (2006) there is much buzz about the third part.

Aamir would play the bad guy, while Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra would reprise their roles of Jai and Uday respectively.

The 47-year-old actor would feature opposite Katrina Kaif in the film, directed by Victor Acharya and produced by Aditya Chopra. It is set to hit cinema houses in 2013.

Salman bagged ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ courtesy Katrina

Well…this might sound unbelievable but it’s true. Salman Khan was taken on board Kabir Khan’s film ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ on Katrina Kaif’s suggestion.

The film that happens to be Salman’s first ever film with the Yash Raj banner, will see the flamboyant star romancing his former ladylove after a long time. The duo, whose on screen chemistry proved to be a dud at the Box Office is all set to sizzle the silver screen once again.

While talking to a daily, Salman confessed that it was Katrina who had asked director Kabir Khan to speak to Salman for the lead role in the film.

“To start with, it’s a fantastic film that Katrina got. And in fact, she was the one to — in a way — get me in ‘Ek Tha Tiger’. Katrina was the one to tell Kabir to come and meet me,” said Salman.

The Box Office king is apparently very impressed with Kabir’s work hence he agreed to team up with him for the superhit banner.

“I had watched some of Kabir’s videos when he was working on Kabul Express (2006). At that time, he had showed me a few shots – which he had canned — on DVD. A guy named Apoorva Shah used to work with Sohail Khan Productions. And since Apoorva and Kabir are good friends, he had got Kabir home once. When I saw his work, I had realised — immediately — that he has got something in him,” said Salman.

However, the filmmaker wonders why Salman is thanking Katrina for the role.

“Salman must have been joking. I don’t think anyone needs to suggest his name for a film. Kabhi kabhi woh tedhi-medhi baatein kar deta hai (he keeps saying whatever somes to his mind). But nothing of that sort happened.”

Hmm…Salman, now you make us wonder from where Katrina comes into the picture!!!

Katrina Kaif bags Rs 1 crore for 10 minutes!

If the race is for the No. 1 Bollywood actress in the category hot and sizzling stars of the industry, Katrina Kaif wins hands down.

Following report is the testimony of that fact.

Believe it or not, but the very sensuous Kat has supposedly been offered Rs 1 crore to make her presence felt at an event in Kochi for 10 minutes!

Reports confirm that Katrina Kaif is expected to make a brief visit to Kochi to walk the ramp at an upcoming fashion do, to be held on March 25.

Talking to a daily, a source said, “Bollywood stars stand to gain a lot more than local actors. Stars from other south films manage to take home the next high amount.”

“Shreya Saran, Asin and Trisha get paid as much as `30 lakh for an appearance. Though, most often, an appearance will also include payment in kind - a gift from the place they are inaugurating”, the source added.

Among the male actors, Shah Rukh Khan commands a hefty sum which sources claim is close to Rs 2 crore to grace an event.

Katrina will be seen reprising Hema’s role in ‘Seeta and Geeta’ remake

Remake of Bollywood classic ‘Seeta aur Geeta’ might finally see the light of the day. Right from it’s onset, the modern version of this cult was jinxed as the script of the film ran into legal hassles over licensing issues.

However, according to latest reports it has been confirmed that the film is all set to go on floors and it will be made by Sunil Bohra and Viacom 18.

The makers have roped in Katrina Kaif to reprise Hema Malini’s role in the film. And insiders reveal that Abhay Deol and Akshay Kumar are being considered for the role of Sanjeev Kumar and Dharmendra respectively.

Considering nothing more than the lead has been finalised and revealed yet, we hope the makers do justice to the remake. And most of it all, the real question is – Will Katrina be able to re-create Hema’s magic?

The end of Salman’s love life!

Dating girls and Salman Khan are believed to be synonymous with each other. The actor has been associated with a long list of beauties in the past, and very recently has fuelled rumours of getting back with his ex-flame Katrina Kaif. However, the actor feels that his dating days have come to an end now.

In an in-depth talk with the media during the launch of a new show, Sallu stunned his audience by saying that he somehow no longer remembers the art of dating girls now. At the age of 46, even though the general observation might seem contradictory, Salman has said that he is no longer adept at dating women. The actor said to a leading daily that he was once very lucky at dating girls, but that is a thing of the past.

Salman’s ‘most eligible bachelor of Bollywood’ tag is something that the actor is not too ready to shed by entering into holy matrimony, it seems. What with three epic break-ups in his past, that with actresses Somy Ali, Aishwarya Rai and Katrina Kaif, looks like Salman is tired of dating girls now. While ex Katrina has decided to go ahead with an arranged marriage later in life, Salman too seems to be in the same court.

Love or no love, you will still rule the roost when it comes to dating girls, Salman. And we sincerely wish that you retain that status, forever and beyond!

Katrina Kaif going for Arranged Marriage

Well…this news is going to break a number of hearts for sure! Katrina Kaif has made up her mind to get married to the person of her mother’s choice.

The hottie, who was earlier in love with her mentor Salman Khan, was also allegedly in a relationship with her ‘Raajneeti’ co-star Ranbir Kapoor. But the pretty girl seems to have had enough of the men from the Tinsel Town.

According to a leading tabloid, Katrina has indeed asked her mother to look for a suitable match for her.

Talking to the tabloid, a friend of the actress said, “Katrina has told her mother to find her a guy. She has decided to go with whatever `momma says`.”
Apparently, Katrina was not surprised when rumours of her reconciliation with Ranbir Kapoor started doing the rounds recently. And in order to clear the air, the actress came up with this decision of hers.

“Katrina is done with Ranbir. She didn`t want to spend time with him and that`s why decided to opt out of Ayaan Mukerji`s film. In fact, Katrina will not consider offers to be cast opposite Ranbir in the near future,” the friend of the actress added.

According to Katrina’s friend, the actress is in no mood to date anyone from the industry anymore. She is looking for a non-Bollywood person to play her real life partner.

“No looking for or falling in love in the film industry for Katrina. She has learnt the hard way that love is a rare commodity in the industry. She wants to avoid any more emotional stress in the future and just focus on her work. No emotional involvement with co-stars, no matter what the temptation," said the friend.

If you have really made up you mind for an arranged marriage, we are with you girl.

Here’s wishing you all the very best. May you get the best guy in the world!kat

Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif unaware of the climax!

Yash Chopra’s directorial venture is making a lot of noise since the time of its inception. Firstly, Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif working together came as a big shock to the audience and now the director has added some more excitement. As per reports, he is trying to keep the climax of the film under wraps, not only for the world but also for Shah Rukh Khan, Kartina Kaif and Anushka Sharma.

Apparently, the ending is known only to Yash Chopra himself and his son Aditya Chopra. SRK has also been kept away from the secret. All we have been able to find out is that, it’s a love triangle set in London, where the three actors play contemporary working class characters. The treatment of love is very mature and every actor has their own challenging part to play.

Well, now it’s time to wait and watch who will get SRK, will it be Katrina or Anushka.
 

Salman Khan celebrating Shiv Ratri today

Salman Khan is back in the city from Cuba after shooting for EK Tha Tiger with Katrina Kaif. The actor had a hectic shooting schedule and before getting back to work he wants to enjoy. He is a spiritual person and believes in all religions.

As per reports, on the occasion of Shiv Ratri, which is today, Salman has organised a huge feast in his farm house. The actor will be celebrating the festival with his family and the 125 villagers staying near his farm house. Salim Khan, Salman’s father reached the farm on Saturday and is doing all the preparations for Shiv Pooja. The celebration will be joined by the actor’s brothers Arbaaz and Sohail Khan. Also, the farmhouse has a Shiva Shrine and they have appointed a pujari to do the rituals.

Salman will be fasting for the day and the family will break it together later in the day, it as they do during the month of Ramzan. After this celebration, Salman will rest for a few more days before he starts shooting from next month onwards for Dabangg 2.

Karan to gift new Jaguar to Katrina?

After the success of Chikni Chameli Katrina kaif seems to be the new addition to Karan Johar's best friends' list. We hear, that the filmmaker is finally going to gift her a car worth Rs. 1.5 crs.

Chikni Chameli has become one of the more popular songs in Bollwood. No doubt Katrina's item song is the biggest highlight of the film 'Agneepath'. Looking at the success of the song producer Karan Johar has decided to gift a new Jaguar to Katrina.

The news doing the rounds a few weeks ago is that Kjo was all set to gift Kat a Ferrari. Having denied the rumours, the talks are that it's a Jaguar that Katrina is going to be bestowed with this week. In the meanwhile, Katrina is currently in Cuba shooting for Ek Tha Tiger. According to an industry insider Karan is expected to gift her a Jaguar worth rupees 1.5 crores this week.

Not many know that Katrina didn't take a single penny for doing Chikni Chameli. Though Katrina and Karan haven't worked together before, there are possibilities that duo will come together for a film soon.

Katrina rubbishes Kollywood plans with Kamal Haasan or Rajinikanth

Its bad news for all Katrina fans in Kollywood. Bollywood’s chikni chameli Katrina Kaif has rubbished reports of her signing film with South icons Kamal Haasan or Rajinikanth.

It was reported that Kat had signed two films down south and charged a fee of Rs 5 crore each. However, according to a leading daily, Kat has categorically denied all such reports.

The beauty, who is currently shooting in Cuba for Yash Raj Films` Ek Tha Tiger’ opposite Salman Khan, said, "No one has contacted me or my manager for any of these films.”

Buzz had it that Katrina was contacted to play the lead opposite Rajinikanth in ‘Kochadaiyaan’, helmed by Rajini`s daughter Soundarya. "Katrina was quite upbeat about the project as the script fascinated her a lot," Soundarya reportedly said a few days ago.

However, latest reports suggest that Deepika Padukone has been finalised for the film.

Soundarya confirmed it by tweeting that Deepika Padukone has been confirmed to play appa`s pair in ‘Kochadaiyaan’.

Katrina taking care of Salman in Cuba

he saga of Salman and Katrina continues. The two supposed lovers are heading for Cuba. And yet again, foiling plan of all Salman’s fans who want their hero to get hitched with his lady, sources said that Kat and Salman are headed to the Caribbean island to shoot for their film ‘Ek Tha Tiger’.

Sources confirm that Cuba has been specifically chosen as the shooting destination because of Salman Khan’s neurological condition- Trigeminal Neuralgia - that gets aggravated in cold climate.

However, this will be Katrina Kaif’s first visit to Cuba. Buzz is that she is very concerned about Salman Khan’s health and will make sure he doesn’t strain himself too much during the shoot.

On the other hand, dabangg Salman has been very protective of Katrina Kaif from the onset. The care and affection between the two is mutual, but calling it love would be an exaggeration of sorts.

When ‘Chikni Chameli’ incited bloodbath in a bar

Katrina Kaif’s sizzling hot number ‘Chikni Chameli’ has been responsible for triggering a fight between a person and a group of men in a bar in Dahisar, a Mumbai suburb.

The fight got so brutal that gunshots were fired and people taken to the hospital.

A leading daily broke the news of this untoward happening. Reportedly, a business man named Gupta requested a singer at the bar to sing ‘Chikni Chameli’ a number of times despite objections raised by the other customers. The man in question insisted on listening to the song over and over again and this annoyed the others around.

The unpleasant incident started with a verbal spat and followed with the man and the others assaulting each other physically. The bar management was forced to intervene and had to pull them apart.

Before leaving the bar, Gupta instigated the group by threatening them. And this is when the group lost control and indulged in a fist fight with Gupta again.

Gupta then pulled out his revolver and shot them injuring two. The man was eventually arrested.

Shah Rukh Khan kissed Katrina Kaif on Screen Awards

We all know for a fact that Shah Rukh Khan loves attending award functions and becomes the centre of attraction in no time! His aura and charm are simply matchless and he steals the show even when there are sizzling hot women around him, raring to set the temperature soaring.

Even as news of SRK-Gauri’s alleged troubled married life is still making headlines, the Badshah of Bollywood whisked the rumours by going a step further! He kissed Katrina Kaif on her left cheek during a performance at the recently concluded 18 annual Screen Awards.

The lady looked stunning in a pink chiffon sari as she teamed it up with a golden halter neck blouse. And King Khan looked charming in black.

SRK took to the Twitter to express his excitement and wrote, “Too much fun with Vidya..Madhuri..Katrina...Sajid. Hope the audience enjoys it too. Now looking forward to Zee after screen awards..loving it.”

Well, the audiences will certainly like it Mr Khan but we really wonder what your arch rival and long-time foe Salman has to say!

Both KJo and Ekta want a top actress for next film

It was earlier reported that Karan Johar and Ekta Kapoor were coming together to make a love story with a twist and would cast the lead pair soon.

The film's leading lady is supposed to be a strong and sexy character, and both KJo and Ekta want a top actress. But there's a hitch. While Ekta is convinced that Katrina Kaif is best suited for the role, Karan feels the role needs a performer and wants to cast Kareena Kapoor for the same. Kareena has worked in many films under Karan's banner. He makes no bones about his fondness for her. At a recent event he said, "Kareena is the in-house heroine for us. Period! Everyone at Dharma is pretty much in sync with that, and that was the case with "Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu" as well. When it comes to her, the role has to be really interesting, meaty and challenging."

While Ekta respects Karan's judgement and his friendship with Bebo, she is not sentimental enough to ignore the box office. She feels Katrina works a certain magic with her luck factor, and for Ekta, that is important. Besides, she has already signed Kareena for the sequel of "Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai" with Akshay Kumar, so naturally she wants to cast Kat for this one. The decision will be taken soon. Both the producers will sit together and figure out which actress works best, and who has the dates to give them for their joint production.

Katrina Kaif moves from Salman to Shahrukh

Katrina Kaif ought to be a happy woman. Just weeks after shooting with Salman Khan for Ek Tha Tiger, she is now ready to romance his rival Shahrukh Khan.

Katrina Kaif has moved from shooting with Salman to Shahrukh. The film with Shahrukh, as we reported on Saturday, will be directed by Yash Chopra who’s returning to direction after eight years.

Uday Chopra, Yash Chopra’s son, revealed on Twitter that the film will go on the floors on Monday.

“Launching my dad's film today with a little pooja at YRF... shoot starts tomorrow with @ iamsrk and Katrina Kaif.. Dad directing after Veer- Zaara,” Uday tweeted.

The yet untitled film is being described as an epic romance to be shot in London, Thailand and India. The film will have music by A R Rahman and lyrics by Gulzar.

The movie also stars Anushka Sharma in a pivotal role.

Interestingly, after shooting with Shahrukh Khan, Katrina Kaif will shoot Dhoom 3 with Aamir Khan. Three Khans in a row: what more could Katrina Kaif ask for?

Katrina Kaif’s latest item boy?

The Sheila Ki Jawani phase has passed, but the item girl that made it popular has been keeping the trend alive.

Katrina Kaif, who gyrated to Chikni Chameli with Sajay Dutt in KJo's Agneepath and the title number for the Salman Khan starrer Bodyguard, will reportedly add yet another item number to her list. This time around, Mumbai Mirror has learnt that the actress will be joined on the dance floor by her co-star Aamir Khan for Aditya Chopra's Dhoom 3.

A member from the film unit revealed to us that the item number was not part of the original plan. However, the decision to include it was due to the novelty factor. The unit member explained, "Katrina and Aamir have never worked together before. And since the opportunity has finally been presented, the filmmakers decided to make the most of it. However, Aamir, who doesn't consider himself much of a dancer, needs some time to prepare himself. The idea is to be one-up on the moves that Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai shared in Dhoom 2."

Apparently, the filmmakers are currently studying the storyboard to figure out when to introduce the item number, which will be shot in March 2012.

Katrina most searched person online, Anna Hazare second

Leaving behind anti-corruption activist Anna Hazare, Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif has emerged as the most searched person online in the country this year, says a report by search engine giant Google.

The report released by Google on Friday has come up with the topics and persons that Internet users in the country searched the most in 2011.

Katrina Kaif topped the chart in the category of 'Top Searched People' online. Hazare came second.

Hazare was at the top position in the category of 'Fastest Rising People', which is the list of people that have gained interest of Internet users. Strip-fame model Poonam Pandey is second in this list.

Among the news items, cricket league IPL tops the chart while the current hot topic in Indian news media 'Lokpal Bill' is the fifth most searched subject online.

In sports, Cricket World Cup 2011 emerged as the most searched sporting event, while Sachin Tendulkar was the most searched sports person.

Ironically, competitor Facebook is at the top of 'Top Searches' on Google, followed by its own video-sharing service YouTube.

Interestingly, the report noticed that for the first time Internet moved out of the realm of the metros, which was the trend until last year.

"Over 70 per cent of search happened in non-metros and a lot of Internet usage moved to mobile phones," Google India Head of Products Lalitesh Katrgadda said.

Katrina kaif as Chikni Chameli hottest item song

The much awaited item number 'Chikni Chameli' from Karan Johar's film AGNEEPATH is out. You can't stop bulging your eyes or drooling over while watching Katrina Kaif's raunchy, bawdy moves in the song.

If 'Sheila ki Jawani' was hot, Chikni Chameli is hottest item song of Katrina Kaif!

It seems after spending a good 7-8 years in Bollywood and with 3 item numbers Katrina Kaif has caught the pulse of the audiences of how and when to entice. From hanging to a chandelier to lighting a matchstick by rubbing on her chikni body to flaunting pahua (carrying a bottle) on her naazuk kamar Katrina gyrates the song with her sexy adayein.

Dressed as Maharashtrian mulgi, Katrina looks nothing less than terrific.

'Chikni Chameli' is the remake of popular Marathi song 'Kombdi'. The song also features Hrithik Roshan, who plays Vijay Deenanath Chauhan, gives a serious angry look, while the bald Kancha Cheena played by Sanjay Dutt stares at Katrina.