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Earlier this year, in May to be specific, we saw the release of the Irrfan Khan starrer Hindi Medium which fast became one of 2017’s sleeper hits. Also starring in the film was Pakistani actress Saba Qamar who received rave reviews for her performance in the film. Saba recently saw the latest Shah Rukh KhanRead More

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Pakistani heart-throb Imran Abbas recently posted a picture with Nargis Fakhri which went viral. Ever since then there has been speculation about a special friendship between Fakhri and Abbas. Now in an exclusive, Imran Abbas clears the air, “It was just one of those throwback pictures which I shared on my social media with NargisRead More

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The highly controversial movie Ae Dil Hai Mushkil finally opened in theatres last Friday. The film starring Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma in lead was much in news after the ban imposed on Pakistani artists in India following the Uri attack. Fawad Khan had an extended role in the film but his scenes her mercilesslyRead More

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While all attention has been focused on Fawad Khan, another Pakistani actor Imran Abbas who has earlier been seen in Vikram Bhatt’s Creature, has also got a cameo role in Karan Johar’s Ae Dil Hai Mushkil which he is very proud of. In an email chat Imran excitedly shared his role in Karan’s film stating,Read More

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<img class="size-full wp-image-657819 aligncenter" src="http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/FeatureImagesNew3.jpg" alt="FeatureImagesNew3" width="620" height="420" /> With Mumbai’s much-feared Mns issuing an ultimatum to all the Pakistani actors to clear out of Mumbai in 48 hours, a panic situation has been created, especially in Karan Johar’s production house, where there are two projects that would be immediately hit badly by the anti-Pakistan mood that has gripped India after the Uri massacre. Karan Johar’s <em>Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, </em>which releases during Diwali, has been threatened with a ‘ban’ in Maharashtra by the Mns. And Karan Johar is not amused. This is not his first brush with political intervention. Earlier, his production, <em>Wake Up Sid</em> was pulled up for referring to Mumbai by its earlier name ‘Bombay’. And Karan’s <em>My Name Is Khan</em> got targeted because of its leading man Shah Rukh Khan’s controversial comments on cross-border relations. This time, there is cause for exacerbated panic in Karan Johar’s production house. Not only...

<img class="size-full wp-image-657819 aligncenter" src="http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/FeatureImagesNew3.jpg" alt="FeatureImagesNew3" width="620" height="420" /> With Mumbai’s much-feared Mns issuing an ultimatum to all the Pakistani actors to clear out of Mumbai in 48 hours, a panic situation has been created, especially in Karan Johar’s production house, where there are two projects that would be immediately hit badly by the anti-Pakistan mood that has gripped India after the Uri massacre. Karan Johar’s <em>Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, </em>which releases during Diwali, has been threatened with a ‘ban’ in Maharashtra by the Mns. And Karan Johar is not amused. This is not his first brush with political intervention. Earlier, his production, <em>Wake Up Sid</em> was pulled up for referring to Mumbai by its earlier name ‘Bombay’. And Karan’s <em>My Name Is Khan</em> got targeted because of its leading man Shah Rukh Khan’s controversial comments on cross-border relations. This time, there is cause for exacerbated panic in Karan Johar’s production house. Not only...

Earlier we had reported that Karan Johar was leaving no stone unturned to ensure the success of his next venture Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. In fact it was earlier reported that Karan had roped in Fawad Khan and Imran Abbas Naqvi, who would be seen making special appearances in the film. Now we hear that Karan has in fact also roped in Kajol to feature in his upcoming directorial. Said to be a love saga that features Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in lead roles the filming had started a while back with principal photography being completed. However, there are a few crucial sequences that are yet to be shot and apparently Kajol will essay one such character in these scenes. Though Kajol's character details are being kept under wraps she is also likely to feature in one of the songs. As for the film, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil...

While Karan Johar's ambitious venture Ae Dil Hai Mushkil was already a star studded affair, it seems that the filmmaker requires some more names to be added to the cast. After Pakistani imports Fawad Khan and Imran Abbas Naqvi, it is now foreign model turned actress Lisa Haydon whose name has been added to star cast of the film. Though the details of her character are still being kept under wraps, we hear that Lisa Haydon will be pivotal to the plot of the film. On the other hand, Fawad Khan plays the role of a hot DJ in the film whilst Imran apparently plays Anushka Sharma's boyfriend. Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, produced by Dharma Productions, stars Ranbir Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Anushka Sharma in leading roles and is slated to release in October 2016.

Last week, the first schedule of Karan Johar’s Ae Dil Hai Mushkil wrapped it’s shoot in London, England. The highly anticipated romantic film stars Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma with guest appearances from Fawad Khan and Imran Abbas.

During the shoot in London, the crew filmed many of the scenes indoors, mainly in Shoreditch, besides a few scenes which were shot outdoors. Ranbir also filmed at London St. Pancras/Kings Cross station during a night shoot. The same location has previously been used for the filming of movies such as Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Jab Tak Hai Jaan.

Speaking to press at Aashni+Co’s Bridal and Festive preview recently, costume designer on the film, Manish Malhotra said, “It’s always great to be in London. We are here for Karan Johar’s movie and he is my best friend, so it’s always great to work together.

Pakistani actor Fawad Afzal Khan, who became popular after his debut in Khoobsurat, will now have an interesting special appearance in the upcoming Karan Johar directorial Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. The actor will apparently play the role of a hot DJ in the film.

From what we hear, Fawad Khan will be soon flying to Vienna for about ten days to wrap up his scenes. Though there have been no details about his character and his on screen partner in the film, it is being said that even Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will be flying to Vienna to shoot her scenes. Recently, we also reported that another Pakistani actor Imran Abbas Naqvi too will be seen in the film as Anushka Sharma's boyfriend.

Directed by Karan Johar and produced under the banner Dharma Productions, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil is slated to release in October 2016.

Speculations about yet another actor being roped in for the star studded Ae Dil Hai Mushkil has been doing the rounds ever since Karan Johar announced the lead cast of his upcoming directorial. Amidst names of Saif Ali Khan and Fawad Khan that were rumoured to be a part of the film, now it has been revealed that it is Imran Abbas Naqvi who will be doing the role in this film. Apparently, Imran has bagged the role of Anushka Sharma's boyfriend in Ae Dil Hai Mushkil and the actor is already in London to complete the schedule. Before his trip, he took to the social networking platform to talk about it saying, "After working with the great director like #Vikram Bhatt, legend like #Muzaffar Ali, now flying off to London for the shoot of my third Bollywood movie with one of the most successful directors of India in...

Pernia Qureshi has impressed the audience and the industry with her graceful dancing skills in Muzaffar Ali’s period film Jaanisaar. She also won the heart of Bollywood’s original dancing diva, Helen, who attended a screening of the film. Helen personally went up to Pernia and praised her flawless dance performances.

Confirming the information Pernia said, “The best compliment that I received today was from Helenji. She had come for the screening and she told me that she liked my dance a lot. And that is a big compliment because I’m a huge fan of her. No dancer in Bollywood was better than her. So, when she says something like this, it is a big achievement for me. That was really sweet.”

Sonam Kapoor, Sasha Agha, Javed Jaffrey and Dia Mirza were also present at the screening. Director Muzaffar Ali and actors Imran Abbas and Pernia were applauded for their work.

Umrao Gone!

By Subhash K Jha

Jaanisaar

Starring Imran Abbas, Pernia Quereshi

Directed by Muzaffar Ali

It’s the nature of the feast… and I do mean, feast. Sumptuously spread out into two hours of drama about love, courtship, separation, conflict, deception and damnation during the year 1877 (why 1877, you may well ask), 20 years after India patriots first woke up to the need for freedom.

Jaanisaar is the kind of visual spectacle that could transport you into another century, provided you are only looking at the lights, costumes and adaas. There is an old world elegance to how Imran Abbas’ eyes light up whenever he encounters the beautiful poetic Pernia Qureshi… Or, so it must have seemed to the very romantic and wise Muzaffar Ali, who in all romantic wisdom, also agreed to cast himself in a pivotal role. In this way he not only saves money, he also gets to...

Salman Khan is always known to value his close friends and show them support quite vocally. He recently took to Twitter and urged his fans to watch Muzaffar Ali’s upcoming film, Jaanisaar. The actor’s close family friend Beena Kak plays a pivotal role in the film and the actor wanted to show his support for the upcoming venture. He tweeted a picture from the movie, featuring lead actress Pernia Qureshi and Beena Kak that highlighted the upcoming release, with the message, “Watch bba in Jaanisar”.

Well, when Salman Khan says something, we’re bound to listen!

Jaanisaar is a period drama starring the gorgeous Pernia Qureshi and Pakistani heartthrob Imran Abbas Naqvi in lead roles. Set 20 years after the first war of Indian independence in 1857, the film essays the love story of a revolutionary courtesan of Avadh, and a prince brought up in England. Jaanisaar is directed by...

Muzaffar Ali’s Jaanisaar, which releases on 7th August, has generated such a huge craze among music lovers in the Indian film industry that, ever since the audio launch, the acclaimed filmmaker has received calls from many famous people in the industry to spare a CD for them.

Zee Music Co, who realised the potential for this once-in-a-lifetime soundtrack, were quick to seal the deal without delay or negotiation after just one hearing of the album, which features music by Shafqat Ali Khan and the director Muzaffar Ali himself. The lyrics are written by some of the best names in industry such as Wajid Ali Shah and Dr Rahi Masoom Reza. The songs and qawalis, rendered by Abida Parveen, Sukhvinder Singh and Shreya Ghosal, are a delight to the ears.

No wonder Zee Music Head Anurag Bedi says, “This is the first film we are holding the music rights for,...

Bollywood epic movie ‘Umrao Jaan’ director Muzaffar Ali is returning after three decades gap with his next outing ‘Jaanisaar’. As the movie’s releasing date is coming near, the promotional activities of the film are going full swing. The Jaanisaar team were recently spotted promoting the film. Lead actors Imran Abbas and Permia Qureshi were presented along with director.

Jaanisaar is a love saga of a revolutionary courtesan of Avadh, India, and a prince brought up in England, set 20 years after the first war of Indian independence of 1857. Written by Javed Siddiqui, Shama Zaidi and Muzaffar Ali, the film is scheduled to release on 7th August this year.

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The music launch of upcoming hindi film ‘Jaanisaar’ was turned into a musical concert last night as everybody presented there were in full musical mood. The leading stars – Imran Abbas and Pernia Qureshi attended the event along with director Muzaffar Ali, singer Sukhwinder Singh among others.

Pernia who was looking royal and elegant in a lehenga from House of Kotwara and jewelry by Amrapali, performed to a song from the film and brought back the old world charm. In other side, Imran was looking dapper in a grey suit.

Jaanisaar is a love saga of a revolutionary courtesan of Avadh, India, and a prince brought up in England, set 20 years after the first war of Indian independence of 1857. It marks the comeback of director Muzaffar Ali , who is known for his cult film Umrao Jaan (1981). The film is produced by Ali’s wife, Meera, and Arno Krimmer is the executive producer.

Pakistani actors seem to be all to make their mark in Bollywood, right from Ali Zafar, to the more recent Fawad Khan and now set to make his debut is actor Imran Abbas Khan.

Pakistani actor Imran Abbas Khan is looking ahead at new endeavors in his film career. Recently the actor spoke to a leading publication about his second film Jaanisaar and his current relationship status.

The handsome actor admitted that it was difficult for him to get into the character in the movie accurately as the film is set in 1877 Lucknow. He revealed that he worked especially hard on the dialect, the body language and the psyche of the character. He said, “I had to play the perfect English gentleman from royalty (he is brought up in the palace) for which I had to get my gait right. At the same time my Urdu had to be extremely...

A pioneer in the fashion industry, who has styled Sonam Kapoor for Aisha and made luxury brands accessible to the people with her online venture Pernia Pop-Up Shop, Pernia Qureshi is all set to make her Bollywood debut with Muzaffar Ali’s Jaanisaar. Always chirpy and uber cool, she is all ready to create a stir in the film industry, starring opposite Imran Abbas Naqvi.

The fashionista, designer, dancer, entrepreneur, who claims to not like free time at all, is totally focused on her acting career right now and feels that creative satisfaction is her biggest motivator. Though it was her first time facing the camera, she found it similar to performing live on the stage. With guidance from director Muzaffar Ali and her male lead Imran, things were made easy for this multi talented beauty. She is not bothered about the controversies that surround heroines and has strong opinions about ignoring them,...

T-Series has given their fourth hit in a row- Creature 3D. Directed by Vikram Bhatt, India’s first creature feature, has earned 11.34 Cr on the box-office in the opening weekend.

Creature 3D is India’s first sci-fi film produced by Bhushan Kumar. The film satellite rights were sold for 12 crore and earned a weekend collection of 11.34 crore. The movie has already recovered its cost of 18 crore. The movie’s music and overseas collection gave them a collection of 6 crore.

Mythological Creature that Vikram Bhatt has conjured that we have something to boast of, and is really appreciated by Indian audiences, specially the kids. The whole VFX of creature is done purely by Indian VFX artist.

Unlike most others who have attempted to have CGI characters in their films; Creature makers have not restricted the minutes of screen time that features this imaginary being. The 3D effects were the icing on...

This week, cine-goers can look forward to a treat with Bipasha Basu- Imran Abbas starrer Creature 3D, produced by T-Series. Releasing on September 12, the film directed by Vikram Bhatt, is the first sci-fi creature film to have received a U/A certificate from the Censors. The U/A certificate establishes the film’s enhanced potential and appeal among the youngsters as much as among adults.

The much awaited T-Series movie Creature 3D helmed by Vikram Bhatt, has been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification without any audio/video cuts and has been given the U/A tag with a run time of 2 hours 14 minutes. This means children can watch the movie under adult supervision.

Creature 3D created by Vikram is not a fictional character but based on India’s history. It’s inspired by Brahmarakshas who were a regular feature in old Indian stories like Vikram and Vetala,...

After 100 years of Cinema, Bollywood is set to take the leap that will finally bring the audience on the same page as 21st century filmmakers the world over! This is Vikram Bhatt’s excitement as its few decades to finally have a completely CGI (Computer Generated Imagery) character we can call our own.

It has been years since we have been applauding Hollywood for making Gollum from scratch in The Lord of the Rings or were thrilled when Jurassic Park showed us dinosaurs but it is only now with the mythological Creature that Vikram Bhatt has conjured that we have something to boast of!

Creature created by Vikram is not a fictional character but based on India’s history. It’s inspired by Brahmarakshas who were a regular feature in old Indian stories like Vikram and Vetala, Panchatantra and other old wives tales, as per Hindu mythology. Kudos to the...

Vishal Bhardwaj's next release Haider, which is an adaptation of Shakespear's Hamlet featuring Shahid Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor has certainly perked the audiences' attention with its trailer that was released a while back. Now we hear that the film has been cleared by the Censor Board of Film Certification (Cbfc) with a U/A certificate. In fact seven cuts had been recommended when the film was submitted to the Cbfc earlier, which included a scene of Shahid's character walking amongst dead bodies, visuals of security personnel inserting a wire into naked man and muting of the word "fu***d". However, but when resubmitted the film interestingly had 41 cuts in total. Confirming the same, Vishal Bhardwaj commented that while the Cfbc had asked for seven cuts, the rest of the 35 cuts were done to make the film more crisp. He further stated that the said extra cuts were not...

Creature 3D is an upcoming horror film which has been directed by Vikram Bhatt. Starring Bipasha Basu and Pakistani actor Imran Abbas Naqvi in the leading roles, the film is scheduled to release on 12 September and promises to be a gripping monster film which is somewhat new for Bollywood. The music and lyrics have been composed by Mithoon and Tony Kakkar, with the former being famous for producing albums like Aashiqui 2 (2013) and Ek Villain (2014). So does Creature 3D have any zing to it that makes it worth your time? Read our review to uncover our verdict!

To start off we have ‘Sawan Aaya Hai,’ which has been sung by the immensely talented Arijit Singh. I very much appreciated Arijit’s silky voice and he makes the song feel all the more romantic. The music has a cross between modern and traditional sounds, with instruments like the guitar, piano and...

If Pakistan's import Imran Abbas who makes his Bollywood debut in Vikram Bhatt's Creature is not seen anywhere promoting his maiden Bollywood venture, then we have only the rapidly-declining political conditions between India and Pakistan to blame for it. One understands from sources close to the film that Imran has not been granted a visa to visit India for this last lap of promotions. Says the source from the Creature unit, "It is an awkward situation for Imran. Creature is his first film in Bollywood and therefore very important. At the same time he is not really the hero of Creature, Bipasha Basu is. So no one is really missing him at the current events." What is worrisome for the future Bollywood projects where Pakistani actors may feature is the escalating tensions between the two countries. Actors like Ali Zafar, Humaima Malick (who makes debut in Kunal Deshmukh's...

Bipasha Basu, who was seen in Raaz and Aatma, has experienced various paranormal experiences earlier. But after acting in Creature 3D she will certainly think twice before doing another movie in the same genre.

Bipasha had studied a lot about Brahmarakshas before doing Creature 3D. She started taking help of the pandit after she began to experience nightmares related to Brahmarakshas.

A source close to the actress says, “Bipasha is getting ready to travel south to do a special puja (ritual prayers) to ward off the Brahmarakshas that is haunting her ever since acting in Creature 3D, in which the creature is a Brahmarakshas.”

The actress is expected to visit Thirunakkara Mahadeva temple in Kottayam, Kerala, following the advice of a Hindu scholar, towards the end of August.

Since Vikram Bhatt bought Brahmarakshas into his film from Kerala, the pandit has asked Bipasha to visit and do the ritual prayer...

Bipasha Basu had decided to wear least make-up as her character required, while shooting for Creature 3D, but the actress had to change her plan by opting for more use of cosmetics when the film was close to its completion.

“She hadn’t used a lot of cosmetics throughout the schedule of the film. But, while she was doing a chase sequence in the jungles of Ooty at night, she missed a step and had a bad fall. She got bruises on her face,” says a source close to Bipasha.

As the bruises were noticeable, and film was near to completion, Bipasha had to use layers of make-up. The source further adds, “There were just four days left for the shooting schedule to conclude. So, Bipasha had to wear a lot of make-up to hide the bruises.”

When asked Bipasha about the incident, she says, “Shooting for stunt and action scenes is quite fun.

Creature 3D makers approached Mahadev fame Mohit Raina to play the role opposite Bipasha Basu, but due to his onscreen persona of Mahadev he was not signed for the film.

Makers felt that as he plays Shiva the ultimate god in tele-series Mahadev, his personality will be too strong in front of the Creature. Finally makers roped in Pakistani actor Imraan abbas to play the role.

Vikram Bhatt’s Creature 3D starring Bipasha, Imran Abbas, produced under the banner of T-series is slated for 12thSeptember release.

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Earlier Vikram Bhatt wanted his upcoming to be titled as Animal, but as the title is registered with Shirish Kundar, director of Akshay Kumar starrer Joker, he refused to give his title to Vikram Bhatt.

“When I wrote the script, I thought the name fitted really well. Also, it wouldn’t have given people the impression that it is a horror film, which is of utmost importance. Then I found out that Shirish owns the title. So, I approached his wife, Farah Khan, with whom I share a great rapport,” says Vikram.

But Kundar refused to give the title as he is working on a film with the same title. “I really wanted it for my film, but I understand that Shirish, too, is working on his movie, and that’s the reason he could not help me. I am not upset with him.” Adds Vikram.

It was his daughter...

With the recent trailer release of Creature 3D, filmmaker Vikram Bhatt is all set to introduce a new kind of animal species. However, prior to titling the film Creature, Vikram Bhatt had narrowed down many titles and had finalized 'Animal'. However, he could not go ahead with the film title, since it was already registered with Farah Khan's husband Shirish Kunder (who had last directed Akshay, Sonakshi starrer Joker). When Vikram Bhatt approached Shirish for the title, he refused to give it to Mr. Bhatt. Talking about it, the director says, "When I wrote the script, I thought the name fitted really well. Also, it wouldn't have given people the impression that it is a horror film, which is of utmost importance. Then I found out that Shirish Kunder owns the title. So, I approached his wife, Farah Khan, with whom I share a great rapport," says Vikram. But...

T-Series’ Bhushan Kumar with Vikram Bhatt launched the theatrical trailer of India’s first ever creature movie yesterday at PVR Juhu. The trailer launched in 3D was unveiled by Vikram Bhatt’s mentor Mahesh Bhatt in presence of the film’s leading lady Bipasha Basu. There was a pandit ji called for the launch where Vikram revealed that he was there to tie a holy thread on Bipasha Basu‘s wrist. ” Pandit ji has come to tie a red thread for Bipasha, as she was really scared to watch the trailer”, said Vikram Bhatt.

Creature 3D is India’s first 3D monster thriller film is directed by Vikram Bhatt and stars Bipasha Basu and Pakistani actor Imran Abbas in lead roles. The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar under the banner of T-Series.

Cast : Bipasha Basu, Imran Abbas, Mukul Dev

Director – Vikram Bhatt

Producer – Bhushan Kumar

Music Director – Mithoon,...

After Yaariyan and Bhoothnath Returns, T-Series in association with Bvg films is all set to release Vikram Bhatt's next sci-fi thriller, Creature 3D. After Haunted, Vikram Bhatt wears the director's cap for another 3D film that will scare the audience with a creature created using VFX which will be a first of its kind in India. Bhushan Kumar says, "Creature will be the first time we make a sci-fi film. This film will definitely give our audience something different and Vikram has shot it on par international standards. He has finished the shoot of the film and is now busy with post production for a June 27 release." Creature starring Bipasha Basu will mark the debut of Imran Abbas and is slated to release on June 27, 2014.

After the success of Aashiqui 2, India's music moguls T-Series, headed by Bhushan Kumar announces their slate of upcoming films. Bhushan Kumar says, "Prior to Nautanki Saala and Aashiqui 2, we made one film in two years or so. But with a strong sense of music, good scripts in hand, with a dedicated in-house team, we now plan to make 6-7 mixed budget films a year."

The production house is ecstatic to announce their upcoming projects of completely different genres. Yaariyan, a youth based film that will take you to the journey of your college and adolescent years, which is helmed by Bhushan's wife Divya Khosla Kumar with an entirely new starcast, is set to release on January 31, 2014. T-Series is also set to revive B R Chopra films by producing Bhoothnath 2, set to release on April 11, 2014 with Amitabh Bachchan reviving his role as the friendly ghost also starring Boman Irani.