Amir giving private tuition to Jiah khan

Jiah Khan, who thinks in English, got into trouble when she was asked to deliver lengthy emotional Urdu dialogues for "Ghajini" in sync sound, but says that her co-star Aamir Khan bailed her out.

"My mom, who lives in London, flew down during the shooting. She speaks Urdu fluently. She ran through the dialogues with me over and over again. I think I've done my lines very well. To have my lines dubbed would have taken away from my performance. I think I managed my lines well,"

"I must admit it was a bit of a problem. Aamir and the director got me an Urdu dialogue coach, Athar Nawaz who guided me. And each time I'd be stuck with a line Aamir helped me out," she added.

Other than speaking Hindi, Jiah, who debuted with Ram Gopal Varma's "Nishabd", has also learned Bollywood style dancing. Like the Urdu-Hindi, I've mastered the dancing to a large extent," she said.

Jiah has also shot a song titled "Lattoo" in "Ghajini" with choreographer Gita Kapoor. Ad filmmaker Ravi Udyawar has directed it. "I realised how hard it is to do a sizzling song. The song is a very Jennifer Lopez kind of number. It's very stylish and chic. In a week's time, it goes on air. That should answer the question why I'm not seen in the publicity," she said.

Akki Jumbo and Aamir Ghajini may Clash box office

"We have purposely pitched Jumbo against Ghajini because we feel that our film has the ability to stand against a big commercial film," said Shailendra M. Singh, managing director of Percept Picture Company. Jumbo that is scheduled to release on Dec 25 is an animation film where the protagonist, an elephant, sets out in search of his parents.
Bollywood actors Akshay Kumar, Lara Dutta, Dimple Kapadia, Rajpal Yadav, Gulshan Grover and Asrani are some of the voices behind the animated characters.

"Children's content is not a priority in our country. However, we want to change this scenario. In my view Jumbo is not just an animation film, which deserves to be only in the children film category. I want it to be in the general film category, viewed by people of all ages," said Singh, who has plans to rope in cricketer Yuvraj Singh as the Punjabi voice of Jumbo.

The film, which is dedicated by Akshay to his six-year-old son Aarav will have a special screening at his place before it formerly hits the screens
Percept Picture Company's animation caper Jumbo, might be a film under children's content category, but it aims to give tough competition to Aamir Khan's much-awaited film Ghajini, releasing on the same date.

I enjoy working with amir Khan: Samran josi

Sharman Josi, who will reunite with 'Rang De Basanti' co-star Aamir Khan in Rajkumar Hirani's upcoming venture 'Three Idiots', says working with the superstar "is purely a treat."

"Working with Aamir all over again is truly a treat. He is a superb actor. We had a great time working in 'Rang De Basanti' and in this film we have kind of taken up from where we left off," Sharman told IANS in an interview.

"We had lots of fun, on and off the sets of 'Three Idiots'. It's kind of a reunion since R. Madhavan who was with us in 'Rang De...' is also a part of the film," he added.

The film, which is loosely based on Chetan Bhagat's bestseller "Five Point Someone", is being produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra and stars Kareena Kapoor and Boman Irani also in pivotal roles.

Sarman made his film debut in 1999 with 'Godmother', which had Shabana Azmi in the title role, and received rave reviews for his performance as the protagonist's troubled son. After that he featured in films like 'Lajja', 'Golmaal', 'Dhol' and 'Life In A... Metro' among others. Although the actor has always been part of films with ensemble casts, he says it was not a "conscious decision."

"It was not a conscious decision to only be a part of ensemble cast. Single hero roles were offered to me, but in my mind I didn't find them to be very interesting in terms of the script and my part in the film. So that's the reason why people have not seen me in solo hero films," Sharman said.
"However, I have done one film as a single hero and it will be out soon," he added. Sharman says that small, big, cameo, whatever the part is, he always gives his best shot.

"I give my 100 percent to my work. I give it my focus, my time. Whatever the length of the part I'm playing in a film, I've always given it my best. I can do any role under the sun no matter how wild the imagination of the writer can get. I am willing to take it up and do my best as long as it excites me," he said.

Sarman was in the capital to promote his film "Sorry Bhai" co-starring Sanjay Suri, Chitrangada Singh, Boman Irani and Shabana. "It was a pleasure working with Shabana. I have worked with her in 'Godmother' and now after nine years I got a chance to work with her all over again. Just to be on the sets with her and share the same screen space with her is actually an honour," he said.

Amir khan is perfect for The Bikini Murders

Well known and reputed author, Farrukh Dhondy's latest paperback, a crime thriller, The Bikini Murders, said to be loosely based on the life of one of the most talked about criminal alive, Charles Shobraj, has become an international bestseller.

Farrukh says that he had not written the novel with a preconceived notion of it being turned into a film, but he says that he is getting calls from many filmmakers who have shown interest in his novel. So, he is quite positive that if things work out The Bikini Murders might even be made into a film.

When queried about who should play the main lead, that of its protagonist, Johnson That, Farrukh Dhondy feels Aamir Khan, the perfectionist actor would be perfect for the role of a serial killer! Another actor who Farrukh seemed impressed with was Saif Ali Khan and he said that even Saif would do a good job as a serial killer. He also added that if the film were to be made in English, the only Hollywood actor who can do justice to the character is Johnny Depp.

Interesting thoughts indeed. We are sure that Aamir Khan would be the perfect choice for the role of a Bikini Murderer and are hoping that the thrilling novel would indeed be made into a film. Any interested filmmaker listening?

Amir brust out against militant attack in latest blog

In his latest blog, Aamir Khan has spoken out against the militant attack that has devastated the southern tip of the city and shaken Mumbaikers to the core. He also warns against politicians trying to use the event for their own purposes: "I dread to think of how various political parties are now going to try and use this tragedy to further their political careers.

He says "At least now they should learn to not divide people and instead become responsible leaders. An incident such as this really exposes how ill-equipped we are as a society as far as proper leaders go. We desperately need young, dynamic, honest, intelligent and upright leaders, who actually care for the country."

Although the characters are acting from entirely different motives, Aamir's own film Rang De Basanti presages how a group of young disaffected militants could be capable of taking control of a major urban centre - a radio station in this case - and create a hostage situation. The recent film A Wednesday also covers similar territory to the current event in Mumbai.

On a happier note, Aamir recently brought tears to the eyes of his co-star in Ghajini, British-actress Jiah Khan, by paying her a huge compliment with regard to her acting talent. "Aamir told my mother that if I was a part of Ghajini it was because of my own achievement and talent," says Jiah, "It was the best compliment I have received, that too from the best actor of the country - Aamir Khan. What more could I ask for?"

Inspiration behind aamir's ghajini look

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Many may think that Aamir Khan's look in Ghajini is new. His striped hairdo, eight-pack abs, phone numbers on the body and tattoos are very much unlike the usual Bollywood masala films. However, actor Surya was the first person to sport that look in the South Indian version of the film, which was based on Memento.

Now, many may come to conclusion that Surya was the inspiration behind Aamir's look. However, the grapevine is abuzz with the news that Aamir's eight-pack look is inspired by actor Jason Statham, who is known for his roles in films like Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, Revolver and Snatch.

Well, only Aamir can say whether is inspired by Surya or Jason Statham.

Amir Khan delay wife's Dhobi Ghat due to busy schedule

Aamir Khan sure is a devoted husband. Despite being very busy with the innovative promotion and post production of his upcoming action flick Ghajini, he has time for his wife's project Dhobi Ghaat, which went on the floors early this month in Mumbai.
As everyone knows, Dhobi Ghaat is Kiran Rao's debut directorial venture. According to industry sources, Aamir Khan is taking active interest in the project and was present on the sets to oversee that the initial shooting schedule goes smoothly.

However, the first few schedules of the film were postponed. Reason? If our sources are to be believed, Aamir Khan, the perfectionist, was not satisfied with the preparatory work of the technicians, who, he felt needed more time to get the things and their work in right order. So, he cancelled the shoot and ordered pack up and gave the techies fifteen days to prepare and then report back for the shooting.

So with Aamir showing interest, we certainly have another good project in the form of Dhobi Ghaat coming up. And the movie is getting more exciting, what with the news in that Pratiek Babbar, the promising actor son of the great Smita Patil and Raj Babbar has been roped in to play an important role in the film.

Amir stole ideas form my book in aare Zameen Par : Shakuntala Devi

Aamir Khan stole ideas from my book, Shakuntala Devi cries out. Top filmmaker Aamir Khan is back in trouble again after a 69-year-old author accused him of plagiarism.

Shakuntala Devi, who is a mathematical genius and has written over 22 books, has said that Aamir Khan stole some of the ideas for his hit 2007 flick Taare Zameen Par from her book. “Some of the things shown in Taare Zameen Par have been taken straight from my book.

People ask me why I don’t sue the producer of the Aamir Khan movie,” she told TNN. “I expect him to write a letter explaining why he did this,” she said.

This is not the first time that Aamir Khan has come into trouble over his genius debut directed flick.

Sachin tendulker is fond of Amir khan's look in ghajini

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Aamir’s new look has bewildered many people in the film industry. Not so much in the theatrical promos as in the movie’s posters, Aamir’s body looks too perfect to be real. Some even believe that a lot of VFX work has been done on the posters to give a puffed up look to Aamir’s body.

Sachin, a very good friend of Aamir, reportedly saw the movie’s poster at a multiplex recently and was shocked to see Aamir’s sculpted body. The cricketer called Aamir to express his surprise and inquire if the body was not digitally enhanced in the posters.
Not the least shocked is Sachin Tendulkar, who, like Aamir, is one of the best, if not the best, in his field.

Aamir assured Sachin that it was indeed him in the posters and even promised to show him the movie once it is fully edited.

Aamir worked a great deal to develop a brawny body for ‘Ghajini’. The movie has him playing a man who suffers from memory loss after the murder of his girlfriend. How he goes about avenging the killers whom he doesn’t even remember is what the film is all about.

Aamir to add complete western dance in ghajini

Fans of Bollywood star Aamir Khan will be delighted to see the talented actor doing a completely western dance, a la Koi Kahe kehta rahe from the hit Dil Chahta Hai, in his forthcoming film Ghajini.

“It is a great song. It will definitely hit the charts and this is also my best work ever. I'm sure it will beappreciated," he added.

“It was a task making Aamir dance to a song which was supposed to have western moves. But I was highly impressed to see his classic dance skills,” said choreographer Ahmed Khan.

Viewers have already tasted a sample of Aamir's work with the song Guzarish... from “Ghajini” and are appreciating it for its simple yet classy choreography shot in Namibia.

Rumors are spredaing in air about Amir Khan and Asin

Aamir Khan who have never worked together before and Aamir realised that they needed to share a comfort factor before shooting for the romantic song with Asin for Ghajini.
Khan decided to get to know the South actress, to ensure there was no awkwardness between them.

Nobody knew what they spoke about but one could see Asin gradually relaxing and becoming comfortable with Aamir. And that's the reason the blazing chemistry on screen."
They needed to establish a rapport. Four days before shooting, were kept aside for Aamir to get to know his leading lady and put her at ease, so that the romantic song would look natural. Aamir and Asin would go for long walks in the desert.

Says a source close to Khan, "Aamir is an experienced actor and can switch on and off at will but he realised that Asin might not be ready to break into a romantic number at will.

Though Aamir and Asin had shot some scenes before, the song was the first romantic interaction.

Amir spending more time to get more closer with Asin

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Says a source close to Khan, "Aamir is an experienced actor and can switch on and off at will but he realised that Asin might not be ready to break into a romantic number at will. They needed to establish a rapport.

Ever the perfectionist that Aamir Khan is, he refused to shoot a romantic number with Bollywood newcomer Asin for new flick Ghajini, that he wanted to spend some time with her before.

Four days before shooting, were kept aside for Aamir to get to know his leading lady and put her at ease, so that the romantic song would look natural. Aamir and Asin would go for long walks in the desert. Nobody knew what they spoke about but one could see Asin gradually relaxing and becoming comfortable with Aamir. And that’s the reason the blazing chemistry on screen."
The song in question, Guzarish, has been shot in Namibia and choreographed by Ahmedh Khan. The source adds, "A charter aircraft comprising 23 people was taken to Namibia and the song was shot in ‘dead man’s land’. Sosusfei Lodge, where Aamir and the crew stayed is part of the dessert.

The location was a two-and-a-half hour ride from the hotel. Aamir was very particular about his workouts as he had to shoot his bare-bodied sequences there especially for the song so a makeshift gym was created at the base camp of the shooting locations."

Ghajini director, AR Murugadoss, says, "We all landed in Namibia to shoot this song and this was the first romantic song between the two. Aamir is an experienced actor and he had genuinely liked Asin’s performance in the Tamil version of the film. He praised her performance giving Asin a lot of confidence."

Chitrangada Singh Like romance with Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan on screen

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Chitrangda Singh is back. And this time the Delhi-based actress — who quit the industry three years ago — is here to stay and that too in aamchi Mumbai. “Yes, I’m busy house-hunting. I’d love to get a sea-facing house in Bandra. Sea-gazing is a luxury I can’t afford back home,” said the actress over a quick chat. Her resemblance to Smita Patil is uncanny. And with equally powerful performances to back that up, it isn’t surprising that Chitrangda got compared to the yesteryear actress.

"Being compared to Smita is the best compliment an actress could get. I never expected such a positive response from critics and cinegoers, especially since I’m also married – a fact I was warned would not work in my favour,” said Chitrangda. So what made her take that break when she was being touted as the next Smita Patil? “It didn’t have anything to do with my married life,” she clarified, dismissing rumours of trouble in her marriage to golfer Jyoti Randhawa. “It’s just that after Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, things moved too quickly, I couldn’t understand the industry’s fast pace and got cold feet.

I felt like Alice in Wonderland. There was suddenly so much work coming my way that I didn’t know how to handle it.” However, this time she’s prepared to pay the price that comes with being a Bollywood actor (constant speculation about her private life). “People can say what they want, but there’s no room for gossip between Jyoti and me. As for the long distances taking a toll, Jyoti’s schedule keeps him out of country for almost nine months so I’m sure we both can manage to steal a few weeks when he’s in the country,” she smiled. She talked about her comeback with Onir’s Sorry Bhai.

“I think comeback is too harsh a word, I prefer to consider it as a new beginning instead. In the past three years I realised that acting is my passion and that is what I really want to do. My family, as always, urged me to go for what I believe in. Today I am more sure of the kind of work I want to be associated with and Sorry Bhai seemed like the perfect way to begin,” said the actress who also has Sudhir Mishra’s Aur Devdas in her kitty and several other projects lined up. “I’m game for all genres. But I would really love to be romanced by Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan on screen.”

Amir khan new idea to promote "Ghajini"

Aamir Khan has done it again. Known to be the trendsetter and a perfectionist in that too, Aamir has devised a never before heard method to promote ‘Ghajini’. Aamir has been blogging for quite sometime now, and this time he has made a website on the film’s name aimed to create a better relationship between him and the journalists on the personal level.

A journalist who wishes to be part of this website, www.rememberghajini.com/media,
can register in it and also should upload his or her photograph so that when Aamir meets this media person next time, he will be able to recall the professional and personal details of the person. Upon registration the journalist will also get an information kit of ‘Ghajini’ alongwith a personal note written by Aamir in his profile.

This idea of the website is based on the peculiar habit of his character in ‘Ghajini’ who writes down the details of the people because of having a short term memory.

Amir Khan Treat his new girl Asin worng way

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Aamir Khan rubs his new girl Asin up the wrong way.Aamir Khan’s new lead actress
Asin is not happy with the Ghajini hero’s strict perfectionist regime.

A source close to Aamir said, “Although Asin is extremely fond of Aamir, she had an argument with him recently. It all stemmed from the fact that Aamir has stopped her from interacting with the media, making public appearances or attending any events. Asin has been getting a lot of attention as she has a meaty role in Ghajini and she has also signed the ambitious London Dreams opposite Salman Khan. But Asin isn’t happy even though her career is going great guns as she had to turn down all offers of interacting with the media, a necessary step in self-promotion for any newcomer.”

“Although she is part of some big banners now, very little is known about her. To make matters worse, the Ghajini team has also told Asin that she shouldn’t give her portfolio pictures to anyone. All this is making her feel restricted,” added the source.

“It has been almost two years that she has been under the contract with Aamir as Ghajini had to be postponed due to Aamir’s injury and several other problems,” said the source.

“Needless to say, Aamir was very surprised when she had a few word with him over this restriction,” added the source. When contacted, Asin said, “I cannot speak about this as we have been told not to speak to the press.”

Asin, who is a big star down south, is making her big break into Bollywood with Ghajini. The film itself is planned for Christmas Day release worldwide and sees Aamir Khan in a hunky role of an avenger out for blood.

It was difficult to play half man-half woman: Aamir Khan

Mumbai, (IANS) Seasoned actor Aamir Khan, known for portraying versatile characters in films, says playing half male and half female in an ad was one of the most difficult tasks he had ever done.

"It was one of the most difficult tasks to play a male as well as a female in the TataSky ad. But it was a challenge for me and I accepted it. I am very happy with the output," said Aamir who is the brand ambassador of TataSky.

Aamir was speaking at the announcement of TataSky's new interactive feature TataSky + here Tuesday.

Aamir refused to divulge any details about the next ad for TataSky, saying: "You will get to see it whenever it comes. But it will be an interesting one."

On being asked about his favourite programmes on television, Aamir said he prefers to watch various sitcoms, news and documentaries.

"I also watch History Channel because it is very informative. Besides, I also like 'Takashi's Castle' because it is my daughter's favourite. We really enjoy that programme and the hilarious commentaries by Javed Jaffrey."

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