NEWS: Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh to play siblings

Contrary to reports, it is Priyanka Chopra, a trusted and luscious lieutenant of Farhan Akhtar's production company (she is the resident heroine of their Don series), and not Anushka Sharma who has been roped in to play a pivotal role in Zoya Akhtar's next directorial venture.

The film is a story of a strong bonding between a brother and a sister. And Priyanka's brother in Zoya's film would be played by none other than Ranveer Singh.

A bit of an odd casting calculation, considering the two play paramours in Yash Raj Film's 'Gunday'. Says a source close to Ranveer, "They are both very accomplished young talents. They will look as convincing as siblings and lovers."

To rewind a bit, Zoya wanted to cast real-life cousins Ranbir and Kareena Kapoor as siblings in her film. The two rejected the offer as too gimmicky.

Shahid Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor to shoot for Vishal Bhardwaj's 'Haider'

Shahid Kapoor, Shraddha Kapoor and Tabu have been roped in for Vishal Bhardwaj's ambitious next in the Shakespeare triology 'Haider', which is an Indian adaptation of Hamlet.

While Tabu has already been a part of this triology as the Lady Macbeth in Vishal's 'Maqbool' in 2003, Shahid will be pairing up with the director after the 2009 film 'Kaminey'. The Kapoor boy will be essaying the lead role of Hamlet while Shraddha and Tabu's role are still being kept under wraps. Hamlet is the story of a son of a former king who takes revenge from his uncle and the then King Claudius for snatching away the throne by murdering his father.

The Indian version of this Shakespearan tragedy will be shot in the beautiful locales around Kashmir and is slated to go on floors by the end of 2013.

Deepika Padukone ‘The People’s Queen’

According to a recent survey conducted online Deepika Padukone has been declared as the most searched-for actress across various search engines.

Deepika has been hitting the news and acquiring new titles, expanding her list of achievements incessantly. 2013 for her has been a list of blockbusters such as ‘Race 2’, ‘Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani’ and the recent ‘Chennai Express’ boasting her mark as the first actress to have a hat-trick in a single year. Surpassing the 500crore mark with ‘Chennai Express’ she now has Sanjay Leela Bansali’s ‘Ram Leela and ‘Kochadaiiyaan’ with Rajinikant lined up. Both upcoming movies have already left a wave of their presence on the web world. One of the most coveted actresses in Bollywood, it is no surprise that she tops the list as the most searched-for person.

Her string of titles including World’s Sexiest Woman (FHM), Most Desirable Woman (TOI), Most Fashionable Star (Filmfare) and now with the most searched-for actress online, she for sure has left the public enchanted. With a smile that lights up the silver screen and eyes that leave all mesmerized, Deepika’s recent hat-trick has set a wide gap between her and her rivals. Acting skills, 3 record-breaking hits in a year, stunning looks and devotedly crazy fans, this Bollywood actress truly has it all.

Rishi Rich Project Reunion Party

Rishi Rich Project Reunion Party

VIP’s were out in force to witness the reunion of the three biggest music icons that the UK has ever produced! Jay Sean, Juggy D and Rishi Rich gathered with 100’s of family and friends to celebrate 10 years of the Rishi Rich Project at a secret venue in the heart of London’s West End.

The Rishi Rich Project made huge noise back in the early noughties with the hit single ‘Dance With You’ (Tere Naal Nachna) that reached number 12 in the official UK charts in 2003 paving the way and inspiring numerous other Asian artists to reach into the mainstream music market.

Rishi says of the adventure: “It’s been one hell of a ride and It’s amazing being back with Jay and Juggy. We’re now working on some new tracks for the UK as well as some stuff for India and the US. Good vibes!”

Jay added: “It’s so brilliant being back in the studio with my brothers. We knew we had to celebrate RRP style and throw a party to mark the 10 years since we first entered the national charts. It was a perfect evening spent with family, friends and some industry people too”.

The party rocked into the early hours with ‘Panjabi Hit Squad’ behind the decks as well as the original Rishi Rich Project DJ ‘Mr Mak’ and ended up with the RRP trio randomly taking to the stage to deliver a live rendition of Dance With You followed by Don Dee and Juggy D singing another huge hit ‘Nahin Jeena’.

Juggy summed up the event: “Fantastic evening! We've all had an amazing ten years both together and individually, It was inevitable that we were gonna get back together and what better way to announce our reunion than on our 10year anniversary. We are grateful for all the support that we have had over the years and thanks to everyone who attended".

The team at ExclusiveCakes4U provided a delicious three-tier cake adorned with images of the stars and sparklers to conclude the evening.

Guests on the night included Mentor, Ameet Chana, Preeya Kalidas, Annie Khalid, Ash King, Raj & Pablo, Radio 1 DJ Nihal, Corrie from Damage, H Dhami, Navin Kundra, Tasmin Lucia-Khan, Radio LDN’s Sunny & Shay, Madhu of Signature Dancers, Abbas Hasan, Kanika Kapoor, Alan Sampson, Jags Klimax and a host of others

SUSHANT SINGH RAJPUT TO PLAY THE MALE LEAD IN YRF Film

SUSHANT SINGH RAJPUT TO PLAY THE MALE LEAD IN

YASH RAJ FILMS & SHEKHAR KAPUR’S “PAANI”

Monday, 16 September 2013: The hunt for the male lead in PAANI is over!

Close on the heels of his outstanding and realistic performance in SHUDDH DESI ROMANCE, both Shekhar Kapur and Aditya Chopra had no hesitation in confirming Sushant Singh Rajput to play the lead in PAANI.

Speaking about the actor, Shekhar Kapur said, “Sushant is one of the most inspiring young actors to emerge out of India. It’s going to be an exciting director-actor collaboration with him on Paani.”

The film is based in a future world where wars over water have broken out.  Water is now owned by International Corporations who use thirst as a weapon of control. In one such future city, a young love story breaks all the rules and in the ensuing war, water flows back to its people. The film will have a strong Indian and Western star cast. Sushant will be joined by a young leading actress from the west.

The film, Produced by Aditya Chopra and Directed by Shekhar Kapur, will be shot in India and overseas. Music is by A. R. Rahman.

PAANI goes on floor mid-2014.

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