NEWS: Imran follows the footsteps of uncle Aamir

Actor Imran Khan is following in the footsteps of his uncle Aamir Khan and pasting posters of his new film "Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola" on taxis.

Imran recounts the similarity between his way and what Aamir once did.

"Twenty four years ago Aamir uncle pasted the posters of his film 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak'. I remember him telling the story that he and my mother were roaming around the by-lanes of Bandra and seeking the permission of rickshaw drivers to paste the posters of his film and telling them that he is the hero of the film," the 29-year-old said here Monday while promoting the film.

"Flash forward 24 years and I find myself doing the same thing. Actually in our city public transport is the most important thing whether it is rickshaw, taxis or buses, it has always been the lifeline of the city. I think it is the easiest way to communicate and reach out to the people," he added.

Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, "Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola" also features Anushka Sharma, Pankaj Kapur and Shabana Azmi. It hits theatres Jan 11.

PHOTO: Imran Khan @ Playboy Party in Mumbai

NEWS: Imran wary of controversy before 'Matru Ki...' release

Actor Imran Khan believes his forthcoming film "Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola" deals with a somewhat taboo subject and this may give rise to some controversy before its release.

"It's a very taboo subject. Not controversial but people can find a way to make it controversial," the 29-year-old said here Tuesday at a radio station.

"I'll tell you what will happen, one week before the release someone will find a way to make it controversial, someone or the other will get offended, just see," he added.

His co-star Anushka Sharma chipped in, "It is what it is."

The film is set in a village where Anushka plays Pankaj Kapoor's daughter, while Imran works with Pankaj. However, problems arise when Anushka gets involved with another man, Arya Babbar, a powerful politician Shabana Azmi's son.

Anushka, who plays Bijlee, said the role was quite tough for her.

"For me the role was difficult to play because of the way I am, I say whatever I think. But Bijlee is somebody who holds her emotions and her thoughts to herself," the 24-year-old said here.

"She portrays an image that is not maybe who she is. So I think that was a little difficult," she added.

Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film releases Jan 11.

NEWS: Kareena to shoot with Imran in Bangalore

Actress Kareena Kapoor will soon start shooting with actor Imran Khan in Bangalore for Karan Johar's new production.

"I am starting my shoot with Imran Khan for Karan Johar's film. I will start shooting for that film from January. We will be shooting in Bangalore for the first schedule," Kareena said.

The duo was last paired in "Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu". Their new film, which is yet to be titled, will be directed by Punit Malhotra.

Kareena's calendar is packed.

"Post-Bangalore, I will be in Bhopal in February to shoot for Prakash Jha's 'Satyagrah'. I am really looking forward to these films," she said.

The actress, who married Saif Ali Khan Oct 16, has been busy with her endorsements and even shot an item number, "Fevicol se" for "Dabangg 2".

Kareena says she wants to continue exploring various genres in the film industry.

"I don't want to pin-point and explore just one kind of role. I want to try different genres. I want to do different kinds of role and I will continue doing that," said the 32-year-old.

Imran grows moustache for role

Actor Imran Khan seems to be following in the footsteps of his uncle Aamir Khan as he insisted on growing a moustache for his role in underworld drama "Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai 2".

Bollywood's chocolate boy has turned into a "tapori" for the film, a sequel to 2010 hit "Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai".

According to sources, the actor was given an option to use a duplicate to avoid hassles of growing a moustache, but Imran decided to do it himself to look closer to his character.

Directed by Milan Luthria and produced by Ekta Kapoor, "Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai 2" also stars Akshay Kumar, Sonali Bendre and Sonakshi Sinha.

The actor will also be seen in Vishal Bhardwaj's "Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola", where he will play a Haryanvi guy. It also stars Anushka Sharma, Pankaj Kapoor and Shabana Azmi.

Imran and Sonakshi working hard for Once Upon a Time in Mumbai 2

Milan Luthria has asked Imran Khan and Sonakshi Sinha to catch up often with each other as to prepare for their forthcoming film, Once upon a time in Mumbai.

Milan has adopted a very interesting way to make his upcoming film 'Once Upon a Time in Mumbai' look real. He has asked Imran Khan and Sonakshi Sinha to catch up regularly with each other as part of the prep for the film.

Milan wants their chemistry to look real and for that its very important they become like best buddies. This is going to be their first film together.

The two needs to spend time with each other, know each other thoroughly before they face the camera.

Our source says, Imran also plans to invite sonakshi over for dinner at his place.

Interesting prep we must say !