Party time for SRK

The occasion was Katrina Kaif’s birthday, and beau Salman Khan hosted a special party for his lady. Now when Sallu invites you, you don’t say no! So everyone from the other two Khans — Shah Rukh and Aamir — to Govinda, Rishi Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, even Karisma Kapur (who looked stunning) were all there. Karisma had come with good friends Sanjay and Maheep Kapoor while Gauri Khan was accompanied by Karan Johar. Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone came hand in hand. Neha Dhupia was seen with ‘good friend’ squash champ Ritwik Bhattachrya. The list of directors and producers who attended was endless too: Rajkumar Santoshi, David Dhawan, Subhash Ghai, Kunal Kohli, Prakash Jha.

Of course, the entire Khan parivar was there too, right from papa Salim Khan to Salma Khan to Helen to Sohail and Seema Khan to Alvira and Atull Agnihotri to Arpita Khan. Birthday girl Katrina came with her mother and her sister, and refused to be photographed... she even tried to cover her face, but in vain!

Other faces spotted in the crowd included Parmeshwar Godrej, Anu and Sunny Dewan, Arti Surendranath, Dino Morea (who looked rather thin), Inder Kumar, designer Anna Singh, Atul Kasbekar and Niketan Madhok. The party rocked on (not surprising, considering the guest list!) as the guests danced away till half past two. This was certainly one wild night!

Times Of India

King Khan - Big B's London show-down

MSN India,during an interview with Mr.Amitabh Bachchan at a press conference on July 15 in Mumbai, reveals that his 'The Unforgettable Tour'(TUT) and Shah Rukh's 'Temptations Reloaded' are scheduled for the same day which according to the TUT website is scheduled on Sunday, the 24th of August.

Excerpts from the interview:
When a scribe asked him (Amitabh Bachchan) whether he knew that Shah Rukh Khan would be performing in London on the same day * he responded with irritation and sarcasm, "Well, if that is true, good. The more the merrier." The sharp edge to his tone was hard to miss.

Read the Interview

MSN India

SRK joins the A-list

After the business titans like Ambanis and Mittals, it is the turn of the three young icons of Indian entertainment world -- Shahrukh Khan, Aamir Khan and Abhishek Bachchan -- to make it to a Forbes list.

The US publication, known for its rankings of wealthiest persons across the world, has named these Bollywood stars among ten celebrities adding star-power to mobile phones.

The two Khans and the junior Bachchan, son of Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, have been joined by two international sportstars Maria Sharapova and David Beckham, four singers Usher, Fergie, Rain and Andy Lau and race car driver Danica Patrick in the 'Ten Celebs and Their Cells' list published on the Forbes website.

"Once upon a time, perfume and designer jean makers were the ones who relied on celebrities to add a bit of star-dust glamour to their products. Add to that list, now, mobile phone makers," the report said.

While Shahrukh endorses mobile phones made by Nokia, the world's biggest cellphone maker, Abhishek and Aimer are brand ambassadors for Motorola and Samsung phones respectively.

Among other celebrities, Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova endorses Sony Ericsson phones, while soccer star David Beckham is a brand ambassador for Motorola RAZR2 phone.

Forbes said the ten celebrities are "some of the big ones who want you to join their handheld club."
"As nearly everyone on the planet seems to have a cellphone, device makers must work harder to win new customers. Cool designs and low prices help, of course. But so do celebrities. That's led phone makers to recruit some A-listers from Usher to David Beckham to lend an ear-- and a smile-- to selling cellphones," it added.

The Hindu

Mad About You, Shah Rukh

A die-hard SRK fan runs away from home.

His obsession for Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan made him flee his home in Pakistan and cross man-made borders, only to be caught by those guarding these. But luck was on his side and he was handed over back to the Pakistan Rangers after completing the formalities.

The desire to meet the actor was too much for Mohammad Alim (13), a resident of Khangarh in Mujjaffarnagar, Pakistan, and son of Faiz Bakash, a poor vegetable vendor, that he crossed over into the Indian side. He was the youngest of the four brothers and sisters, he said. It was routine patrolling along the international border late on July 13 when a BSF patrolling party spotted a young boy arriving from Pakistan near Mahwa border. He was asked to stop and arrested.

During interrogation he maintained that he was a die-hard fan of Shah Rukh. He even enacted scenes from his movies, which were sufficient proof for the BSF to trust his intentions.

BSF DIG Mohammad Acqil said, "Alim was allowed to go after completing the necessary formalities and interrogation by the security agencies. Once we were satisfied we informed the Pakistan Rangers about him, who acted swiftly and confirmed his address and other antecedents in Pakistan," said a senior BSF official, who didn't want to be quoted.

A flag meeting was held at the Indo-Pak joint checkpost at Wagah and Alim was handed over to the Rangers.

A picture of pure love :Romantic Shah Rukh

Get ready for music.


Should I play it again?


Lag jaa gale.


Let's see who's in my heart.


Don't want to lose my heart to anyone.

SRK and Hrithik in a film together

Shahrukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan together look fabulous on-screen. Whatever role they portray together, they look dynamic and entertain audience to the fullest. They made a long time impression on people’s mind when they had enacted siblings in Karan Johar’s Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham. Zoya Akhtar, sister of Farhan Akhtar has again roped the vibrant duo for her next flick Luck By Chance.

Like Om Shanti Om, Zoya has also signed a group of Bollywood stars for doing small cameo in her film and top in the list of cameos is Shahrukh Khan. King Khan has already given his dates for the special role and reportedly, he will play himself in the film while Hrithik will play the role of a struggling actor who turns envious when his favorite role goes to Farhan Akhtar. Karan Johar will be seen in the role of fictional director.

Other cameos will be done by Juhi Chawla, Rishi Kapoor, Konkona Sen, Ishaa Sherwani and Dimple Kapadia.

Shah Rukh and Ravi Chandran unite...again

Though their first project, PAHELI, may have been one of those rare ones from Shah Rukh Khan that disappointed at the box-office, it was the film that brought about the association of King Khan and ace cinematographer, Ravi K. Chandran.

The film will be remembered for its special effects and superb cinematography. Ravi was instrumental in bringing to life the brilliant and vibrant colours of Rajasthan on celluloid through his photography and thus made PAHELI a visual treat.

So, why are we talking about a film that released way back in 2005? Well, the good news is that Ravi K. Chandran will once again unleash his magical camera work in two of the most awaited films, both featuring Bollywood's global superstar, Shah Rukh Khan. The first film is already under production and yes, you have guessed it right, it is Aditya Chopra's highly anticipated RAB NE BANA DI JODI, and the second one is Karan Johar's next directorial venture, MY NAME IS KHAN.

While RAB NE BANA DI JODI will be Chandran's third film for Yash Raj after MUJHSE DOSTI KAROGE and FANAA, this will be for the first time that he will be working with Karan Johar.

SRK's new TV commercial

What is it that drives you to live life on your own terms; to be so passionate about that “something” which ignites your otherwise silent eyes?

Is it that noiseless but arduous obsession to be an absolute unique? Or, is it that fervent desire to be second to none?

Maybe, you are still awaiting the answer. Maybe, you already have it but are beyond all expressions, living the answer… sheltered within the womb of an intense feel.

Shah Rukh is all calm and poised, sitting in his half lit study, wondering what exactly it is that drives him to be what he is. He meditates over the thought and tries to satiate his soul with varied answers. He tries to find a clue to that “driving element” within his closed self which helps him reach his every passionate desire.

As he sits pondering over his thoughts, his musings evolve into a passionate monologue and finally he finds the answer - answer to that question which was otherwise left unattended.

And finally Khan declares the truth which states that human drive cannot be understood… it can only be felt, rather, it has to be felt. He says, "I don't know what drives me. I can't explain it, but I can feel it. When I walk under the lights, when the camera comes on, I can feel it. Every moment I live."

Review: ICICI Group Global Private Clients (GPC) wanted to reach out to all those 30+ SEC A++ successful males, having upwards of $1 million net investments with ICICI.

So it chose to launch this new commercial with brand ambassador SRK, skewed only towards those who desire to see those “millions” in their accounts. And, Ad Pick believes that ICICI has actually hit the bull’s eye.

The energy and innovation, which Khan represents coupled with his popularity, definitely makes him the ideal choice for this ad. Also, the mood that the TVC delivers is absolutely classy, like SRK…thus, talking to only those “successful” gentlemen who vouch upon their inner drive to excel.

Since this ad targets a niche market, it really does not have to worry about the universal appeal factor. And consequently, the target hit rate graph definitely rises higher.

Also, the TVC, coming from the house of DraftFCB Ulka, highly encapsulates the way in which ICICI Group GPC positions itself in the market, “demystifying an elite client's stated or unstated needs and constantly striving to fulfill them.”

Well done people.

Really some “classy” work there.

Congratulations DraftFCB Ulka!!!

Agency: DraftFCB Ulka
Production house: Red Chillies
Running time: 41 seconds
ITV rating: * * *

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SRK turns content provider

Shah Rukh Khan started his acting career in television before moving on to Bollywood. He came a full circle to the medium that first gave him recognition by anchoring game shows Kaun Banega Crororepati and Aap Panchvi Pass Se Teez Hai on Star Plus.

Now, the King of Bollywood is all set to take his association with television one step further, by producing entertainment and lifestyle programmes.

SPICING IT UP

# Shah Rukh Khan launched Red Chillies Entertainment in 2004 after the venture Dreamz Unlimited with actor Juhi Chawla did not churn successful films

# Red Chillies Entertainment is all set to produce content for lifestyle channel E24

# E24 is owned by BAG Films & Media, whose chief is Anuradha Prasad, the wife of vice-president of the Indian cricket board, Rajiv Shukla

# Red Chillies Entertainment produced the mega hit 'Om Shanti Om' and 'Main Hoon Na', while its 'Kaal' and 'Paheli' were flop

Khan's company Red Chillies Entertainment, is tying up with lifestyle channel E24 to provide them content. Sources say that Khan's company is close to finalizing concepts for some of the shows. E24 is owned by BAG Films & Media, a listed media house, whose chief is Anuradha Prasad, the wife of vice-president of the Indian cricket board, Rajiv Shukla.

However, when contacted, Prasad, chairman and managing director of BAG Films & Media declined to comment on the association. Bag Films & Media runs its non-news channels such as E24 under a separate company BAG Glamour, while the news channel is run through BAG Newsline. Last year, Khan and his wife Gauri bought 10 per cent stake in BAG Glamour in their personal capacity.

The other investors in BAG Glamour are IndiaBulls' promoter Sameer Gehlaut (15 per cent), Kolkata-based private investor High Growth (15 per cent), and the remaining 60 per cent is held by the parent company and promoters.

The actor has made some tentative moves to build a footprint in the entertainment and media business but with limited success. He launched Red Chillies Entertainment in 2004 after the venture Dreamz Unlimited with actor Juhi Chawla did not churn successful films.

Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani and the big budget periodic film Asoka released under Dreamz Unlimited flopped at the box-office. While Red Chillies Entertainment produced the mega hit Main Hoon Na, the company's next two films 'Kaal' and 'Paheli' in 2005 were non-drawers.

Khan's production house hit jackpot with 'Om Shanti Om' in 2007, when he managed to sell the worldwide distribution rights of the movie for over Rs 74 crore to Eros International.

‘I want to cut Shah Rukh’s hair’

Director Priyadarshan has adapted the story from Lord Krishna’s friendship with Sudama. Billoo Barber is the story of two friends, one rich and the other a poor villager. While SRK plays the rich superstar, Irrfan is the village barber. The two are friends from school who grow up and drift apart until they meet again. Says Irrfan, “It’ll be a pleasure to work with Shah Rukh Khan. We haven’t shot together yet. But I must admit, I want to cut Shah Rukh’s hair in the film! I hope Priyadarshan adds a scene where I get to do so.”

If SRK will be seen romancing three hotties like Kareena Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone, Irrfan has the lovely and sexy Lara Dutta as his wife. Tabu and Ameesha were earlier approached for the role, but Lara proved to be the lucky one. “I always fancied working with Lara. I knew she has great potential and needed a good director to bring it to the fore. She is very intelligent, pretty and has strong views,” he says.

Afsana Ahmed, Times Of India