Ajay shoots for Singham's climax

Ajay Devgn was shooting for some portions of Singham at the IMA hall in Juhu on Friday afternoon. It was the last day of the shoot. And interestingly, the climax was getting shot. When we landed up on the sets.

Dressed up as a cop, Ajay, who plays the main protagonist Bajirao Singham in the Rohit Shetty film, had to deal with an officer's family. He had to make sure that his character, Singham has provided justice to them.

The scene, unlike most Rohit Shetty moments was not one that involved jokes. That was probably the first thing that struck us. Being on a Rohit Shetty film set, one automatically starts expecting the Golmaal fun. This definitely was not it.

The scene culminated with the other cops, Singham's colleagues applauding his success. And then Ajay turns to the people posing as media and salutes them. This was a picture perfect end moment to shoot, we thought. After all, it was the last day of the shoot as well.

After a few takes, Rohit screams, "Okay". And then pack up is announced. But all is not over yet. Ajay Devgn takes his friend Rohit to a corner. We see them discussing the pending song and the response to the promos of the film already on air.

The chemistry between the two strike us even as we stand far away. After the friends' discussion is over, a junior artiste comes forward to get his pictures clicked with Ajay and Rohit. Ajay rushes off to somewhere. And we go off for a break.

After the shoot, however, Rohit rejoins us in his van. "The shoot is now over. We were to wrap by afternoon but it got delayed, explains the filmmaker and breathes a sigh of relief."

No issues with the kiss: Hrithik Roshan, Katrina Kaif

Zoya Akhtar's Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, starring Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol, Katrina Kaif and Kalki Koechlin has been in the limelight for various reasons, one being the hot and special scene between lead actors Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif. Recently there were reports that the scene may be toned down as it was too hot to handle.

However, after much deliberation, the producers, Excel Entertainment, have decided that the kiss will not be toned down. A source close to the film said, "Hrithik has no problems with the kiss. If he had, would he have done it? Ditto for Katrina. So why tone it down? Isn't today's youth bold in their actions? So why be squeamish?"

Added the source, "Yes, Excel Entertainment did have meetings in debating whether the kiss needs to be toned down. Some people in their circle even wanted it to be deleted as it is just too steamy. But majority of the members who participated in the debate were against tampering with the original draft."

So there we have it, after locking lips with Aishwarya Rai (Dhoom) and Barbara Mori (Kites), we will see Hrithik Roshan smooching Katrina too. For three steamy minutes.

Katrina Kaif on a house hunt

Katrina Kaif, who lives in swanky apartments and big houses as her on-screen self, in real life, has to make do with circumstances less favourable. With the onset of monsoon, her top floor flat in a building on Waterfield road, Bandra (West) has heavy leakage from the roof.

Even most of the walls of every conceivable area have damp patches. Thankfully, her bedroom has remained unaffected by the wrath of the weather God.

Needless to say, Kat is again out on a house hunt. This is definitely not the first time the actress has been driven to look for a flat. Situated on the main road (Waterfield Road), the flat faces two pubs.

The location has given miscreants an easy access to the star's residence. After a few incidents of fans trying to force their way in, Kat had decided to shift out. However, with film commitments, out-station shoot schedules and a busy schedule, the actress had been unable to look for a suitable accommodation in the past.

In fact, when her sister Isabelle was about to finish her studies in London and relocate to India and stay with her, Katrina was out looking for a bigger, better place. This was way back in 2009. The actress, who has lived in the building named Guldev Sagar for quite some time now, started looking out for flats in the nearby area. Soon after this, reports of Salman Khan planning to gift her a new home on Valentine's day surfaced.

Along with her relationship, rumours of the real estate gift too ended. However, the miseries did not. While last year's monsoon forced the actress to trudge through muck since the drains on the roads choked up, this year, she has literally been thrown out of her living room.

A source after a recent visit to the actress' house, informed, "When one enters Katrina's home, the first they will see is the beautiful living room. Sadly, with the onset of monsoon, the room, which could have been beautiful, has been rendered unlivable. The ceiling is made of wood and glass. However, most portions are leaking. Also the walls have damp patches. And that's just the living room."

The other rooms have not escaped the forces of nature either. "Katrina's apartment is almost entirely affected by the rains. Though the living room is the worst affected, other rooms have not been spared. Even the kitchen walls have damp patches. It's damp and cold. It will make anybody feel sick and gloomy. It's a huge flat. And a very beautiful one. But one can hardly stay in flat that leaks," added the source.

One might wonder how Katrina is managing in a flat like that all this season. "While every room has damp walls, luckily, the bed room remains untouched by the rain. Thank god for that," the source concluded.

However, the actress who has been planning to shift out for a long time now, seems to be finding no time to actually concentrate on the house hunt. "Katrina wants to look for a flat. She had got this flat repaired twice before.

Each monsoon, for the past couple of years, she has had to repair the ceiling as well as the walls. But how long can one keep getting their house repainted? She has to look out for a new flat. Preferably before the next monsoon. But she has no time.

She has too many films on her plate right now. The promotions of Mere Brother Ki Dulhann will begin soon. And then she has the film with Yash Chopra opposite Shah Rukh Khan. She will however, have to find a home fast," informed a friend of the actress.

With the rain God drenching her with miseries, we sincerely hope, the other Gods help her with a good real estate agent. And soon.

Why Jacqueline's not promoting Murder 2?

Jacqueline Fernandez has been the apple of Vishesh Films' eye. The media has been abuzz about how tight they have been. However, today the same Jacqueline Fernandez has landed the production house in a fix.

The actress has flown to London to shoot for Housefull 2, when she should be in Mumbai promoting her next release Murder 2, which is just a fortnight away. The film has already been in the news.

Naturally, the Bhatts are not too pleased about these turn of events. Defending Jacqueline, a source said, "She had no choice. She was required for Housefull 2 in the last week of June and the first week of July and she just couldn't say 'No'. Needless to say that Jacqueline did not want to ruffle feathers with the Nadiadwala camp.

At such a crucial time, the Bhatts, obviously, are not too pleased about Jacqueline's disappearance. "Now she's gone, what can be done? At the most, she might fly down for just a few days before Murder 2 hits the theatres, woh bhi pakka nahin hai." When contacted, Mahesh told Mumbai Mirror, "I was angry with Mukesh and the production team. We have a premium product in Murder 2, which is now a franchise.

The marketing should reach its peak in the last few days, but now Jacqueline has gone away. The film has a very high erotic content and hence it is important that the female lead of your film is there on every platform with you towards the end, during the promotional phase right before the audience sees it."

Mahesh further added, "Mukesh and the production team should have made arrangements to rope her into the publicity campaigns."

Mukesh Bhatt however, had a different take on this. When contacted, he said, "I called Sajid Nadiadwala but got no response. If I was in Sajid's place I would have let her go. They have capitalised on her casting in Murder 2 since she has only now become hot property."

"Hereafter, I will ensure that I have a legal bound contract with every actor that they have to be actively involved in the promotion of the film," he added.

Though the production house could not be angry with Jacqueline, they are at their wits' end regarding the film's promotion. With everyone demanding Jackie's time, there is no doubt that she indeed has become hot property.

Sreesanth's brother now in movies

Indian cricketer Sreesanth's elder brother Dipu Santh is all set to make his debut as an actor in Malyalam movie 'Kana kombathu'.

Dipu excitedly says, " This is my debut as an actor in a movie and I'm totally excited about it. The movie is releasing today and will be having a special screening for my entire family at Kochi. However Sree is busy with his fitness training in Bangalore and will give a miss to the event."

South wants Sonam Kapoor

Rumours are flying thick and fast that Sonam Kapoor may bag A R Murugadoss' next film with South superstar Vijay. And she is also one of the girls shortlisted by Kamal Haasan for his film Viswaroopam.

After Deepika Padukone and Sonakshi Sinha, the next girl generating interest down South is Sonam. The best dressed girl in Bollywood is also being pursued by several big filmmakers. An insider reveals, Viswaroopam is about an older man's love for a young girl. If Sonakshi is unable to match dates, Sonam may be approached.

As for the Murugadoss film with Vijay, while the trade buzz is flaunting her name, Sonam says, "I have not been approached for it." Guess it is only a matter of time before an announcement is made!

Aishwariya's Heroine shelved?

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s pregnancy has put a spanner in the work of Madhur Bhandarkar’s next film Heroine. Heavy duty meetings have been on between Madhur, Ash and Ronnie Screwvala for the last couple of days on whether to defer the film or shelve it altogether.

A source says, “Ash has alloted 65 days to Madhur to complete his film.” However, Heroine may be left sitting cold on the shelf because of various reasons:

Madhur apparently needs six months to complete the movie; 65 days is not enough.
The script has scenes where the heroine needs to be under a waterfall (a la Mandakini), and smoke cigarettes – a pregnant Ash can’t risk this, or even be on a set that allows cigarette smoking.

Ash is due to deliver in November 2011. Sixty five days from now, she will look too heavy on screen.

There are portions in the film where Ash is supposed to look svelte and sexy. In her current condition that is not possible.
Madhur has already told his team to start work on his next two projects with A-listers. One is rumoured to be a sequel to one of his National Award winning films and the other is a comedy.

YRF wants a fresh face for Dhoom 3

Aamir Khan

Yashraj Films is looking out for a female lead for it's racy thriller series Dhoom 3.

It was recently reproted that Katrina Kaif had been zeroed in for the role and had also begun training for it but the production house issued a clarification stating that Kaif was not part of the film.

Katrina on the other hand is currently preparing for her role in Ek Tha Tiger that goes on floor very soon. Miffed by false reports, the production house says that they are looking for a fresh face for the particular role and are still scouting for new faces and talent.

Starring Aamir Khan, Uday Chopra and Abhishek Bachchan, the third of the Dhoom series is due to release in December 2012.

Krrish 3 wasn't for me: Kangna Ranaut

Actress Kangna Ranaut talks with MM.com about tackling the comedy genre in her latest release, 'Double Dhamaal'

Curly haired beauty Kangna Ranaut seems to have finally broken out of the mould of the psychologically complex characters she is usually seen playing. Riding high post the success of Tanu Weds Manu, she assures audiences that Double Dhamaal, which releases on Friday, is an absolute laugh riot. Excerpts:

How different is the treatment of Double Dhamaal as compared to Dhamaal?
It's a continuation of the old set up with the four boys along with Sanjay Dutt, but there's more dhamaal as Mallika Sherawat and I have been added to the star cast (smiles).

How did you get associated with the sequel?
The film was offered to me and I liked the script. It's a hilarious film. People will be rolling on the floor with laughter!

What is the film about?
The film is about two teams of people trying to con each other, which land them in hilarious situations.

What is your role in the film?
I play the role of Sanjay Dutt's secretary.

Is it true your role is inspired from Jaya Bachchan's role in Sholay?
No, I think the media has made its own speculations because there is a scene similar to one in Sholay. But even then, it's completely different.

Which co-star from the film did you have most fun with?
Everyone was fun but I spent the most amount of time with Riteish and Ashish.

You seem to be enjoying doing a lot of comedy films recently. Please comment.
Yes, I am glad I am being offered a lot of comedy films now.

Have you stopped being typecast for portraying complex characters?
A lot of people are saying that I have successfully reinvented myself and with the success of Tanu Weds Manu, people are obviously accepting me in comedy genre.

Reportedly, you and Ajay Devgn do not share a friendly equation anymore. Is it true?
Ajay and I have never been friends, but I share a very comfortable working relationship with him.

What are your upcoming projects?
There's One And Only with Chirag Paswan, Rascals and Tez. I have also been signed on to Ram Gopal Verma's Department.

Is it true that you have turned down the sequel to Krrish?
I'd love to work with Hrithik again, but this film wasn't for me.

No bikinis for me: Asin

Call it being conservative, but Asin is very clear that she won't be wearing a bikini in the Housefull sequel.

The actress has a 'no bikini' clause written into her contract. Meanwhile director Sajid Khan will now be dolling up the other leading leady in the film -- Jacqueline Fernandez. Since Asin has refused to wear any swimwear, Jackie will provide all the sex appeal required. Guess Asin will lose out!

I'm not doing Dhoom 3: Katrina

Katrina Kaif has flatly denied that she was ever approached for Dhoom 3 and that the role has already been given to other actress.

Just a couple of days back it was confirmed that Katrina Kaif won't be a part of Aamir Khan's Delhi Belly . Much against Imran Khan's wish to have Katrina Kaif for an item number in their film, Aamir Khan finally pitched in as the item boy for a promotional music video for the film. Apparently Katrina Kaif didn't want to associate herself with an Imran Khan film before the release of their film Mere Brother Ki Dulhan where their pairing will be seen together for the first time.

And now audiences who would have loved to see Katrina Kaif come together with Aamir Khan in another film will have to wait for some more time. Recently there were reports that Katrina Kaif would star in Yash Raj Films' Dhoom 3 , which also gets Aamir Khan in the franchise for the first time. However Katrina Kaif has flatly denied any such development. "I am not going to be a part of Dhoom 3", confirms Katrina. "I was never considered for the part. In fact I believe the role has already been given to someone else".

Even Yash Raj Films have issued a clarification that Katrina was never approached for Dhoom 3 and all the reports were baseless. They further added that they are looking for a fresh female face for Dhoom 3 .