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NEWS: 'Dhoom 3' is 50 percent complete: Abhishek Bachchan

Actor Abhishek Bachchan, who is currently working on the third film of the "Dhoom" franchise, reveals that the film is 50 per cent complete.

"The status of 'Dhoom 3' is we are currently about 50 per cent through, we have just come back from a marathon schedule in the States (United States). Now we resume our indoor work in Mumbai," the 37-year-old said here Sunday at the Big Star Entertainment Awards.

Katrina Kaif, the newest entrant into the "Dhoom" group, also talked about her upcoming films here.

"At the moment we are shooting for 'Dhoom 3' with Aamir (Khan). Then in February I will start a film with Hrithik Roshan, which is an action film, it's romantic-action kind of a drama film," Katrina said.

"Dhoom 3: Back in Action" has Aamir Khan in a negative role while Abhishek and Uday Chopra reprise their characters of Jay and Ali respectively.

NEWS: Big B, Abhishek injured outside Bal Thackarey's house

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan and son Abhishek were injured as they struggled through the crowd to meet ailing Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray at his house Matoshree.

On Wednesday night, the actors went to visit Thackeray, who is reportedly in critical condition.

"Balasaheb Thackeray: a fighter all his life, fights his life! Prayers needed now! Yes both Abhishek and me were injured with cuts, but are fine and back home... the doctors at Matoshree attended on us," Amitabh tweeted.

Amitabh recalled the time when he was recovering in hospital after his near fatal accident on the sets of 1983 film "Coolie", and Thackeray had come to see him.

"When I was flown in to Mumbai from Bangalore in semi-conscious state after 'Coolie' accident, it was his ambulance that took me to Breach Candy Hospital," Amitabh said.

"When I fought for my life after 'Coolie' accident, he came to visit me in hospital, with a cartoon he had drawn - Yamraj defeated! Yamraj - God of Death, defeated by me... wish I was as proficient a cartoonist as he, I would wish to draw that for him," added Big B.

The 70-year-old says Thackeray has always treated him like family.

"When Jaya and I married, he (Bal Thackeray) called us to his house... and the rituals that were conducted was of the 'bahu' coming home! From that day on he always treated us as family," he said.

Amitabh also revealed how Thackeray supported him while the actor reeled under the Bofors Scandal accusations.

"When the Bofors Scandal accusations on us were at its peak, he called me home and asked 'tell me the truth, are you involved?' When I said 'No!', he said 'Then do not worry about anything. I am with you. You are an actor, go do what you are best at'," he added.

'Dhoom 3' first Bollywood film to release in IMAX

Yash Raj Films' (YRF) much-awaited "Dhoom 3" will be the first Bollywood film to be released in IMAX theatres, after being digitally re-mastered in the IMAX format, it was announced here Friday.

The third instalment of the popular action-adventure "Dhoom" franchise will release in IMAX theatres, known for high-end digital projection and sound systems, across India and select global locations, in 2013.

"IMAX has always symbolised high quality film entertainment and experience and this vision of the company works very well with the ethos of YRF, which has been synonymous with Indian film entertainment over the last four decade," YRF head honcho Yash Chopra said in a statement.

"We are indeed happy to announce our association with IMAX for the additional release of 'Dhoom 3' in this exciting format next year. Added to the anticipated thrill that the film promises, this experience will give it an all new edge of the seat dimension altogether," he added.

Directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya and produced by Aditya Chopra, "Dhoom 3" stars Aamir Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra and Katrina Kaif.

"With its riveting action set pieces, global locales and stunning visuals, 'Dhoom 3' is an ideal film to take advantage of our immersive format as we begin our initiative with Indian-language/Bollywood films," says Greg Foster, chairman and president, IMAX Filmed Entertainment.

The film is currently being shot in Chicago.

Abhishek Bachchan from Dhoom to Dhoom 3.

Actor Abhishek Bachchan was busy shooting for "Dhoom 3" on the same day that eight years ago as "Dhoom" released. The actor looks back with fondness.

"27th August 2004. A milestone in my movie career. 'Dhoom' released on this day, and changed everything for me. And eight years later...On the same day, I shoot for 'Dhoom 3'! Time flies when you're having fun. Thank you all for always being there through it all," tweeted the 36-year-old.

Abhishek plays cop Jai Dixit in the action thriller franchise. While "Dhoom", in which he battled John Abraham, released in 2004, while "Dhoom 2", which saw Hrithik Roshan as a smart, professional thief, hit the screens in 2006.

In "Dhoom 3: Back in Action", Aamir Khan will be seen in a negative role and Katrina Kaif will play the leading lady.

Dhoom 3 Shoot begins this Friday

The filming of "Dhoom: 3" begins Friday and actor Uday Chopra is excited about the project.

"Today (Friday) 'Dhoom 3' officially begins with a pooja at YRF (Yash Raj Films)... for me, it begins with a killer leg workout. Guess that's my pooja," Uday tweeted.

Produced by his elder brother Aditya, the film is written and directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, who had also scripted "Dhoom" and "Dhoom 2".

Aamir Khan will play anti-hero in the film, which also stars Katrina Kaif along with Abhishek Bachchan and Uday.

'Dostana 2' to finally roll

Director Tarun Mansukhani has reportedly cracked the plot and finally "Dostana 2" is set to roll in the middle of the year. The film is said to be far more naughty and wicked and John Abraham says he can't wait to get cosy with Abhishek Bachchan on the screen again.

"Yes, Tarun Mansukhani has finally got the plot in place. And we're all set. I maintain Abhishek is my best screen-jodi. And I can't wait to get cosy with him on screen," said John, who featured in the part one with Abhishek in "Dostana".

The sequel to the successful 2008 comedy would be set in two continents and would play on the gay-versus-straight theme far more aggressively.

Not willing to divulge too many details, John let out, "'Dostana 2' would be set in London and Punjab."

The sequel won't go anywhere near beaches and bikini babes either.

"The Californian seaside setting of 'Dostana' took care of all the water-related activities. 'Dostana 2' would unfold on terra firma. No beaches and, sorry, no John in dangerously low-waist swimming trunks. The cracks, if any, would show elsewhere," said a source.

The idea this time is to turn the tables on the principal actors. John would appear fully clothed and Abhishek, we hear, just might be going bare-chested for the sequel.

"The sequel is going to be far more naughty and wicked. There'll be lots of sexual jokes, though Karan Johar and Tarun Mansukhani would make sure that the gay community would not get offended. Innocuous fun would still be the key," said another source.