They’ve all run away: Shahrukh Khan

His Ra.One may be a massive VFX extravaganza but after the release of the superhero flick and the sequel to Don, Shah Rukh Khan wants to make a “small” romantic comedy.

Khan reveals that he’s been meeting with newer directors to work out the logistics of the movie. “But no one wants to make a small film with me,” he jokes. “I’ve had a chat with a lot of wonderful, new guys like Anurag Basu, Imtiaz Ali, Anurag Kashyap and Vishal Bharadwaj and I’ve told them that I want to make a small, interesting and stylised purely romantic film on characters my age. I want to produce it under the Red Chillies banner, but no one’s come up with a script yet.”

Shahrukh KhanAfter seeing the success of recent small-budget Hindi films, Khan thinks that small is the new big, and is determined to make one too. “I’m already making a low-budget, sweet film about college and high school kids called Always Kabhi Kabhi, directed by Roshan Abbas, which should release in the next few months,” he says.

The superstar admits that small films are commercially viable but insists that’s not why he’s made the movie. “It has the same idea as 3 Idiots, that parents expect certain things of their children, and there’s a lot of pressure on the children when they start falling short of those expectations. It’s a sweet film, and I hope youngsters like it.”

Despite being a big budget movie star, Khan insists, “I have always believed in small, cosy films and from the beginning of my career, I’ve done many, be it Yes Boss or Chalte Chalte. I don’t know what I’m doing after Don 2 wraps up in February, so I’ve approached a lot of directors, but they’ve all run away! They believe that if they make a film with Shah Rukh Khan, it should be a big film.”

Though he’s at the shoot of the youth fashion brand, Belmonte, of which he is the ambassador, Khan says that he wants to make films that appeal to every section of the audience.

“It’s very important for me that absolutely everyone can watch my movies,” he says. “I’ve always respected the tastes of the people. My mom used to tell me, ‘Eat what you like to eat but wear clothes that people like to see.’ Even with Belmonte, the range of clothes I endorse appeals to all consumers. So, it’s fortunate that the brand mirrors what I wear in real life.”

'Ra.One' release date not fixed, says Shahrukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan's sci-fi superhero movie 'Ra.One' will be releasing around June 2011, but there's no confirmation on the exact date yet.

Buzz was that the movie would release June 3, but SRK has denied those reports, and even taken a dig at those who spread it.

The star posted on his Twitter page, "Nice to know that the release date for 'Ra.One' has been fixed by someone... somewhere. Maybe they can now come and finish it as well."

He added, "Will work backwards in terms of post-production and announce the release date in tandem with office guys. Should be around June."

'Ra.One' is Shah Rukh's home, starring him as well as Kareena Kapoor, Arjun Rampal and Shahaha Goswami.

Shot in India and the UK, the movie is about the battle between G.One, a superhero made of electricity and Ra.One, who is the evil villain. G.One is short for the Good One, and it is also a short form for Jeevan, which means life in Hindi.

The look of 'Ra.One', including SRK's superhero suit and Arjun Rampal's hairstyle, has been closely guarded. And Shah Rukh had said earlier that the amount of post-production work the movie needed meant it would not release in 2010.

Shahrukh Khan at his modest best

After achieving milestones as a part of film fraternity, such words definitely boast off the modesty in Shahrukh Khan. Yes, SRK recently, was heard to be admiring his biggest contender Aamir Khan. He could not withhold raving about Aamir’s sense of making cinema. However, superstar crossed the boundaries of humility when he desired Aamir to have a look and an opinion over the technology used in Ra. One.

One of the most expensive projects under Red Chillies Production Ra.One has been a matter of concern for Shahrukh who has never ventured into the sci-fi genre of cinema. In fact, he is heard to have come out of his comfort zone and try something new. Perhaps, that’s why he is leaving no stone unturned and doesn’t even feel shy or reluctant to any extent for the film.

However, for a superstar to dump his ego and be flexible for others’ opinion is very rarely seen in Bollywood. So, coming from SRK does come as a surprise but one can expect the unexpected of this Khan for he believes in doing the best at any cost.

Shahrukh Khan ‘Ra.One’ Release Date

‘Ra.One’ is an upcoming Bollywood movie. Shahrukh Khan is the producer for this film, which is produced under Shahrukh Khan’s production company, Red Chillies Entertainment. Shahrukh Khan has announced the released date of this film. According to the latest news, ‘Ra.One’ is scheduled to be release on June 3rd, 2011.

Shahrukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal are the main star casts in the film. Anubhav Sinha is the director of this film. The film first phase shooting has started in March 2010 and shot till May 2010 in Mumbai Film City and Goa. Recently, the film has completed its shooting in London.

Salman Khan says that remaining part of the film will be shot in India and it takes another 6 months time to complete its shooting. ‘Ra.One’ is being made with huge budget of Rs.100 crore.

Don’t I look sexy: Shahrukh Khan

Ra.One has done a ‘fat’ lot of good for Shahrukh Khan, literally speaking. The actor who had to slip into a special skin-tight suit to play a superhero during the filming of the sci-fi thriller is looking remarkably slim and fit nowadays.

Recently, while attending an event along with wife Gauri Khan - where the duo was announced the brand ambassadors of D-Decor furnishings - SRK looked younger and in much better shape than before.

When pointed out by a scribe that he had lost weight, SRK riposted: “Don’t I look sexy though”.

SRK entertained the gathering with his witticisms. While apologizing for his late arrival at the event, he said somewhat bombastically: “I’m not a small star to come on time.”

Shahrukh Khan refuses to play Lalit Modi

Percept Picture Company is going to come up with its next project titled Commissioner, which is based on the life of Indian Premiere League chairman Lalit Modi, seen from the eyes of a journalist. Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan was reportedly offered to play Lalit Modi’s role in the movie and he allegedly rejected the offer in spite of getting a personal request from Modi himself.

Apparently, SRK does not want to get into any controversy as he is an important part of IPL. He is probably trying to keep himself away from any controversy related to Modi. A source was quoted stating that everything was fine on the IPL front when the movie was announced but things changed following the recent controversy on Lalit Modi.

Shailendra Singh, the Joint MD of Percept, who is also the producer of Commissioner, confirmed that Shahrukh was approached to play the role of Lalit Modi. He added that SRK denied even when Lalit Modi himself asked him to take it up. Singh also said that Shahrukh is very busy and too involved with Ra One, which is his home production.

As per the latest developments, Ajay Devgn has been offered to play the role now. Confirming this Singh said that Ajay has been sent feelers and they would love to have him. He added that the investment team is ready and they are committed to make this movie.

In fact, Irfan Khan was also said to have been approached for the role. Apart from actors, the film has also switched hands in directorial part too. Initially, Madhur Bhandarkar was approached for directing the movie but he did not want to take up this controversial project. Now, Shamin Desai has been finalized to direct the movie, the source added.

Well, we will soon get to know who will plays Lalit Modi, hopefully this movie does not raise any kind of controversies!

I’ll slap the person who talks rubbish about SRK and me: Karan Johar

Every artist in showbiz is kept under a microscope by his fans and the media as it is after all they who make an artist a celebrity by acknowledging his talent. It thus becomes imperative for the celebrity to silence their curiosity, no matter how personal or annoying it is!

Karan Johar’s sexual preference and personal life is often a topic of interest. The filmmaker even gets posts addressed to him on his microblogging site asking the same! Rumours of his alleged ‘close’ relationship with SRK too keep floating around in social circles and media.

Though KJO or SRK do not pay heed to the unflattering things said about their friendship, or at times make fun of the news themselves KJO couldn’t help but retort to the journalist who dared to ask him a question on it.

“Shah Rukh is like my elder brother. He is seven years older than me. I respect him the way I respect my parents. I am closer to his wife Gauri. I have worked with Shah Rukh the most as a filmmaker. If it wasn’t for him and Aditya Chopra, I wouldn’t be what I am today. So those who think of my friendship with SRK as something else are just sick! I’d slap such people if they come in front of me” said Karan to a journalist in a TV interview.

SRK’s the man, say producers

Shah Rukh Khan is set to become the first actor who is being considered to be in the core committee of the film industry's Producers' Association.

BT learned from reliable sources, that the producers will be suggesting that SRK be made part of a heavyweight, decision-making body that will look at keeping them unified and address issues that filmmakers across India face. The Bollywood Badshah's inclusion will be brought up when the producers meet soon to conduct their annual general meeting ( AGM).

"Shah Rukh's contribution in the last two decades is being kept in mind. He has been a successful actor and a producer. He is seen as a marketing wiz and the producers want him to give his inputs on taking the industry to the next level," says a top producer.

"He will be consulted for strategies on how to keep the producers united. The last time they put up a brave front against the multiplex owners over profit sharing and screen timings, some of them broke off the alliance and released their films thereby damaging the unity. The producers do not want a repeat of that and want someone like SRK who could guide them in moments of crisis," the highly placed informer says.

We have heard from sources that Aamir Khan was also being considered to be part of the body alongside SRK. However, since he is quite peeved with the competition commission dragging him to court on charges of forming a cartel during the filmmakers and multiplex owners' strike, Aamir is not too keen to have an authoritative post.

Mukesh Bhatt, the senior vice-president of the Producers' Association, confirms, "All actors who have turned producers are members of the association but have never really held a big office-bearer post. This time, I have indeed heard that Shah Rukh Khan's name is being strongly considered by many producers who will nominate him to hold a key post in the association. We will get a clearer picture during our annual general meeting."

My children are my harshest critics, says Shahrukh Khan

Describing his children as his harshest critics, Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan says he has become a better film actor thanks to them.

Writing in the magazine of The Mail on Sunday on "The Secrets of my success", Khan wrote, "Now I have kids, I enjoy them more than acting, but it''s certain I''ve become a better film actor thanks to them as well.

"They''re my harshest critics. They''re honest and say things like, ''That''s no good; you can do better.'' If you appeal to their honesty, I think you can be a very good actor," he added.

With 70 films to his name, hundreds of millions of fans and 13 Filmfare awards, Bollywood''s equivalent of Oscars, seven of his being for Best Actor, Khan can lay claim to the title of world''s biggest film star, the report said.

As well as being a successful actor, producer and TV presenter, he has fronted the Indian version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, and owns the Kolkata Knight Riders, an IPL cricket team.

Khan, 44, wrote he never thought he would be an actor.

"I wanted to be a footballer, but I got injured, and because I had nothing to do in the evenings I started work on a play.

Suddenly my life''s timetable changed, and I began doing theatre; then television came to India, so I did a TV series that did very well. After doing a degree in economics, I went to film school, then went to Mumbai for a year. Just for a laugh and a change of scene, I moved into acting in films."

In his inimical style, Khan added, "When I was young I was even more stupid than I am now. I was very self-absorbed and I really thought I was fantastic - I went as far as writing a song called I''m The Best. It sounds pompous to think of it now, but at that point I really thought I couldn''t fail.

I''d lost my parents, I didn''t have a home, I couldn''t go any lower. So I tackled the world head-on. When you have nothing to lose it means there''s everything to win.

Noting that there''s no secret formula to success, the ace actor wrote, "Life is not about putting everything into place and planning the last detail. No doubt it''ll work fine for you, but it won''t bring magical success."

Focusing on the value of one''s education, Khan added, "I never had a house when I started off, but because I was educated I was able to do a lot. It''s nice to have a rags-to-riches story if you become successful. If your story isn''t that, then nobody likes it. But I''m proud that I now have a house that I''ve provided for my children. I know it sounds a small thing but it means a lot to me."

I am not a small star to come on time bhai, says Shahrukh Khan

Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan, who along with his wife Gauri Khan attended a press meet held at the hotel Taj Lands End recently and reached the venue good 2-3 hours late.

When he was asked for the reason, first the superstar apologized for being late and then quickly went on to add on light-hearted note, “I am not a small star to come on time bhai.”

At the event, furnishing brand D’décor officially announced SRK and Gauri as their brand ambassador.

However, Gauri left the tabloids high and dry as she did not do much of talking instead let SRK do all the talking.

Though, she did talk only once to make it absolutely clear that just because she’s doing some ad that does not mean she’s entering films.

‘I am too old to become an actress,” said Gauri.

Rest of the talking was done entirely by SRK, where he revealed that Gauri was not even ready to face media but he managed to convince her.

Once SRK reached the venue, he answered all the questions fired by media at him and sometimes even on his wife’s behalf.

The superstar revealed that to feature in the ad film was entirely Gauri’s wish and he did not push her into doing it.

"Gauri did not feature in this Ad for money. It was entirely her decision to do it. She has interest in furnishing. Gauri is perfect homemaker. I respect her decisions. That is what trust and love is all about," SRK added.

He also thanked the furnishing brand for choosing them as their brand ambassador.

"I feel very humble and happy when any company signs me as their brand ambassador and so I am very happy to be part of D'Decor," said SRK.

Ajay Arora, Managing Director D'décor, revealed at the event that SRK and Gauri are “the perfect homemakers and make a perfect family.”

He added, “They stand as role models for millions across the country, with Gauri representing the home proud woman, the very qualities that D Decor sees in its target consumers.”