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  • Prachi Desai to star in ‘Rock On’ sequel

    Prachi Desai to star in ‘Rock On’ sequel

    MUMBAI: Actress Prachi Desai, who made her Bollywood debut with the Farhan Akhtar-starrer, Rock On in 2008, is now all set to feature in its sequel Rock On!! 2.

     

    Desai said, “It is going to be a special project for me and Farhan as it was our first film together.”

     

    As she gears up for her upcoming projects, the actress explains why she has stayed away from the big screen. “It wasn’t a conscious move. There are a couple of films, which I was supposed to do, but didn’t happen for various reasons,” she said.

     

    Apart from Rock On!! 2, Desai will feature in cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin’s biopic starring Emraan Hashmi, where she will essay the role of Azharuddin’s first wife Naureen. “We know about Azharuddin’s life on field, but not much about Naureen. I’m getting to know a lot more about her from our director and writers,” said Desai.

  • Farhan Akhtar, Priyanka Chopra croon ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’ title track

    Farhan Akhtar, Priyanka Chopra croon ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’ title track

    MUMBAI: Priyanka Chopra and Farhan Akhtar have teamed up to lend their voice to the title track of Zoya Akhtar’s upcoming film Dil Dhadakne Do.

     

    Written by Javed Akhtar, the track will be available for download on iTunes from 24 April, 2015 and the video for the track is available digitally on YouTube.

     

    While Farhan has sung songs in movies like Rock On, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and Shaadi Ke Side Effects, Chopra has lent her voice for Mary Kom. However, this is the first time that the two will sing together.

     

    The video features Anil Kapoor, Shefali Shah, PriyankaChopra, Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma and Farhan Akhtar. 

     

    Chopra has also made a mark in her international singing career by collaborating with the likes of Will.i.am for In My City as well as Pitbull for her second single Exotic. Her third single I Can’t Make You Love Me released recently. 

     

    Dil Dhadakne Do is a comedy-drama set on a cruise ship. The story begins in the sparkling lifestyle of popular Delhi socialite couple Neelam and Kamal Mehra. In celebration of their 30th wedding anniversary, they invite their family and close friends for a 10-day cruise around Turkey.

     

    The film has music by Shankar Ehsaan and Loy. Dil Dhadakne Do, which is presented by Junglee Pictures and Excel Entertainment, is set to release on 5 June, 2015.

  • Get set for a chocolaty treat with Arjun Rampal

    Get set for a chocolaty treat with Arjun Rampal

    MUMBAI: Won’t it be more fun if a chocolaty, dark handsome hunk is representing the chocolate you are having? Seems the dreams of many chocolate bingers are turning true!

    Actor Arjun Rampal, who has wowed his fans with his roles in blockbusters like Om Shanti Om, Rock On, Rajneeti and many more, is all set to don a “chocolate hero” avatar for a new campaign by Mars Inc – one of the leading chocolate makers of the world.

    The actor has been loved by all, not just for his movies but also for his hot-bod. He has maintained a position in the industry on the basis of his consistent performances that have earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards. With a personality that celebrates style and panache, Arjun is a perfect match for the new Mars India campaign. The cherry on the cake is that Arjun is known for is love for chocolates.

    Talking about signing on Arjun for the new campaign, Mars International India Marketing Director Raghav Rekhi, said, “We are thrilled to have Arjun on board. He is a perfect fit for our new brand campaign as he has terrific mass appeal and strikingly brings alive the attributes that we are looking for our new launch, being passionate, sophisticated, and playful. We are confident that this association will drive visibility for the brand.”

    On his part, Arjun was very clear that he only partners/endorses brands that he is satisfied with. “I believe in partnering with brands that I use and appreciate. Mars Inc is a reputed international chocolate manufacturer that makes and sells my favourite chocolates. This is the first time that I have shot for a campaign in which I play a character that is ‘me’- an actor. I am thrilled to be a part of one of the biggest Mars Inc launch campaigns in India and am looking forward to a great journey ahead,” he said.

  • Get set for a chocolaty treat with Arjun Rampal

    Get set for a chocolaty treat with Arjun Rampal

    MUMBAI: Won’t it be more fun if a chocolaty, dark handsome hunk is representing the chocolate you are having? Seems the dreams of many chocolate bingers are turning true!

     

    Actor Arjun Rampal, who has wowed his fans with his roles in blockbusters like Om Shanti Om, Rock On, Rajneeti and many more, is all set to don a “chocolate hero” avatar for a new campaign by Mars Inc – one of the leading chocolate makers of the world.

     

    The actor has been loved by all, not just for his movies but also for his hot-bod. He has maintained a position in the industry on the basis of his consistent performances that have earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards. With a personality that celebrates style and panache, Arjun is a perfect match for the new Mars India campaign. The cherry on the cake is that Arjun is known for is love for chocolates.

     

    Talking about signing on Arjun for the new campaign, Mars International India Marketing Director Raghav Rekhi, said, “We are thrilled to have Arjun on board. He is a perfect fit for our new brand campaign as he has terrific mass appeal and strikingly brings alive the attributes that we are looking for our new launch, being passionate, sophisticated, and playful. We are confident that this association will drive visibility for the brand.”

     

    On his part, Arjun was very clear that he only partners/endorses brands that he is satisfied with. “I believe in partnering with brands that I use and appreciate. Mars Inc is a reputed international chocolate manufacturer that makes and sells my favourite chocolates. This is the first time that I have shot for a campaign in which I play a character that is ‘me’- an actor. I am thrilled to be a part of one of the biggest Mars Inc launch campaigns in India and am looking forward to a great journey ahead,” he said.

  • Katrina to romance Sushant in Fitoor

    Katrina to romance Sushant in Fitoor

    Newbie Sushant Singh Rajput who is on could nine these days with the success of his two back-to-back films, has now bagged a chance to romance the gorgeous Katrina Kaif.

     

    The duo will be sharing the screen space for the first time.

     

    Director Abhishek Kapoor who has directed films like Rock On has roped in the two for his upcoming film Fitoor.

     

    The film is a movie adaptation of Charles Dicken’s classic The Great Expectations, which is a romantic novel, based on the story of Pip, an orphan boy, who falls in love with a rich yet insensitive girl Estella.

     

    Katrina, who is known for latkas and jhatkas was last seen in Jab Tak Hai Jaan opposite Sharukh Khan and Sushant’s last appearance was in Shudh Desi Romance.
    Fitoor is slated to go on floor in early 2014.

  • Farhan Akhtar-Abhishek Kapoor back together for Rock On! sequel

    Farhan Akhtar-Abhishek Kapoor back together for Rock On! sequel

    The fall-out between Farhan Akhtar and director Abhishek Kapoor seems to be over finally as the duo is ready to rock the big screen once again. They have reportedly reunited for the sequel to their 2008 musical film Rock On!

    The script has been finalised by Abhishek and it will be produced by Farhan and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment. Reports reveal that Farhan has also been persuaded to take up the microphone for the second time. The friendship between Farhan and Abhishek turned sour after their fall-out over the latter’s Kai Po Che! project.

    According to sources, Farhan was the initial choice for Ishaan’s role which was later played by Sushant Singh Rajput. Farhan also gave a miss to the star-studded premiere of the film. To amend the differences Farhan later congratulated the Kai Po Che! team via Twitter and also made a special appearance at the success party of the film.

     

    Presently Abhishek is busy working on Katrina Kaif-Sushant starrer Fitoor which will go on floors in 2014.