IIFA to be held at Singapore again after eight years

IIFA to be held at Singapore again after eight years
The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) is famous for holding its event at the exotic locales and this time they are heading towards Singapore after eight years of showcasing Bollywood’s wonder there.

IIFA is heading back to the City of Lions for its annual weekend and awards, to be held from June 7-9. Singapore will host the 13th edition of IIFA, which will have fashion shows, a musical extravaganza, and all the celebrations culminating into a glittering awards presentation ceremony.

"Our focus is to showcase the best of Indian cinema to the world. With the unparalleled success of IIFA Singapore in 2004, we are back here to relive the magic," Sabbas Joseph, director, Wizcraft International Entertainment, said in a statement.

"We have only just opened the Wizcraft Event Management operations in Singapore and are delighted to showcase our most prestigious creation, IIFA once again in Singapore. We hope that the IIFA’s help bring India and Singapore closer together," he added.

Bollywood stars Anil Kapoor and Bipasha Basu were at the country to unveil this year’s IIFA venue. Last year, the award ceremony was held in Toronto.

We are sure it is going to be loads of fun and entertainment yet again!

Mohit Sehgal is not sure of his comeback with Khamoshiyan

Mohit Sehgal is not sure of his comeback with Khamoshiyan
 The sabbatical for Mohit Sehgal fondly remembered as the fun loving Samrat from Star One’s Miley jab Hum Tum doesn’t seem to be getting over.

It was reported that Mohit has been signed for a TV show titled Khamoshiyan. The show is said to be aired on Star Plus and has Mohit playing an NRI in the daily. Reports even stated that the makers have introduced a new face opposite Mohit as the female lead.

However, it’s been quite long that the news has made its way but we haven’t yet heard anything beyond this. Neither the channel has made any confirmation about its launch nor are the makers bringing out any further updates. And if the recent buzz is to be believed then the story sounds quite different.

As per a source, “Mohit Sehgal who was finalized to play the main lead in the show might not end up doing the show. After shooting the pilot, some budget issues crept up and Mohit and Production House are trying to sort out the same. We also hear that the channel is looking for another option."

And when Mohit was contacted to know his side, he stated, “I haven't signed anything, and have not even confirmed. Talks are still on and things go according to plan I will do the show. However, I cannot comment right now."

All his fans are eagerly waiting for him to make a comeback. Hope everyone involved with the show will soon break their killing silence!

More faces get on board for Life OK's Hum Ne Li Hai Shapath

More faces get on board for Life OK's Hum Ne Li Hai Shapath
Life OK’s Hum Ne Li Hai Shapath, which has recently turned into a bi-weekly one, is busy bringing in new faces in order to bag the attention from viewers.

Last we had updated you about the show bringing in Sarwar Ahuja, Narendra Jha, Anand Suryawanshi, Sheetal Dabholkar, who will form the new forensic team and join the investigative team. And in order to gain more numbers, makers have roped in some more renowned faces. 

Buzz states that the coming episode will deal with two cases, one of a cannibal while other of a magician. In the cannibal episode, the viewers will get to see Sulagna Chatterjee, currently seen in Saubhagyavati Bhava and Ajay Rohlia in prominent roles.    

Moreover, Rang Badalti Odhani fame Khanak aka Yashashri Masurkar will be seen essaying an important part in the magician track. When Sulagna was contacted by the sources, she said, “All I can say is our episode is based on Nithari case.”

While Ajay stated, “It was great shooting for Shapath and Life OK after the closure of Tum Dena Saath Mera but I can’t reveal much about my character.”

We just hope that all these names will bring in good luck for the show!

Malini Kapoor to feature in Jay Mehta's next on Zee TV

Malini Kapoor to feature in Jay Mehta's next on Zee TV
 So here we are back with some updates regarding the star cast of Jay Mehta’s highly talked about venture on Zee TV, which is said to be based on the lines of the Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif starrer Namaste London.

Last we had updated you that the makers have locked in names like Sukirti Khandpal (Pia of Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani), Ashish Sharma (Chandragupta Maurya fame), and Manmeet Singh. Actor Nandish Sandhu was expected to play the male lead but his ill health made him opt out of the show therefore, the production house will take some more time in finding for a suitable replacement.

Anyway, the news which we have got today states that Malini Kapoor, last seen in Crime Patrol is the latest one to join the gang. Sources say that she will play the bua of the female lead and hers will be a naughty, chirpy and the only character who will support her niece. Furthermore, she will have a skeleton in the closet.

Malini’s character will have a maligned past; her groom had abandoned her on wedding night and had fled to London. But she will believe that he will come back someday, and will dress up like a married woman wearing sindoor and bangles. She confirmed the news and said, “It is a very interesting role that I will be playing in the show. My character is very chirpy, bubbly in nature but has a past associated with her.”

Let’s see what comes next!

Sushant Singh Rajput was offered lead role in Hate Story

Sushant Singh Rajput was offered lead role in Hate Story
Had everything fallen at the right place then Vikram Bhatt’s Hate Story might have proved the launch pad for TV heartthrob Sushant Singh Rajput aka the once upon a time Manav of Zee TV’s Pavitra Rishta.

Buzz states that while Sushant was a part of the daily he was offered the lead role in Hate Story, however, things couldn’t materialize and the actor opted out of it. As per a source, “Sushant was approached to play main lead for the movie Hate Story. Ankita Lokhande aka Archana was heard telling on the sets that Sushant was offered the movie but Ekta Kapoor requested Sushant to stay back and continue with his role as Manav, till the time she managed to find replacement for him. Ankita laughed and thanked god that Sushant didn't take up the role."

When Sushant was approached by the sources he refused to make any sort of comment on the same. Meanwhile, it is notable that Sushant had decided to back out of Pavitra Rishta as he was willing to try his luck in Bollywood and also aimed at dabbling at direction.

Recently, we had even heard Sushant being offered a role in Rock On fame director Abhishek Kapoor’s next based on Chetan Bhagat’s 3 Mistakes of My Life.

Let’s see which film actually sees the actor making his foray into films!

Gajendra Singh's Ghar Aaja Pardesi Tera Des Bulaye finalizes its star cast

Gajendra Singh's Ghar Aaja Pardesi Tera Des Bulaye finalizes its star cast
Gajendra Singh's production house Sai Baba’s maiden venture Ghar Aaja Pardesi Tera Des Bulaye to be aired on Sahara One has been in news from quite some time now.

The recent buzz about the same states that the show has finalized its star cast and is all set to begin with the shoot. Updating about the names, a source said, "The production house has finally locked the cast. As earlier reported Mahesh Thakur will join the show as one of the sons, Vikram Gokhale will play Dada Ji and Abir Goswami will play the other son. Smita Jaykar will be seen playing the role of dadi."

The source even added that Jaideep Suri who is currently seen in Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya of Star Plus, will be seen playing the parallel lead. Ruchi Savarn will play the role of daughter. A new actor named Aryeman will be paired opposite Ruchi Savarn.

Jaideep Suri confirmed the news and said, “Yes, I am doing this show. I am playing Munna Mishra and my Dada ji is the most powerful man in the city .I'll be playing his right hand man."

Most probably, the show will commence from May end!

Amit Dolawat and Priya Ahuja in Sony TV's Shubh Vivah

Amit Dolawat and Priya Ahuja in Sony TV's Shubh Vivah
On one hand we have been hearing of UTV’s Shubh Vivah aired on Sony TV going off air and here we have got to know of a few more entries expected in the daily.

Buzz states that Shubh Vivah is still struggling hard to fetch the desired TRPs and in order to bag some eyeballs the CVs have decided to rope in some new faces. Following which, the viewers will get to see Amit Dolawat and Priya Ahuja making an entry in the show. Amit was last seen playing an obsessive husband to Hunar Hali aka Sona in Star Plus’ Sasural Genda Phool, while Priya has been featured in shows like Zaara, Ajeeb, Kumkum et al.     

Sources added that Amit’s character name will be Amardeep. He will be staying abroad but will come back to India to take revenge on Amrit’s (Eijaz Khan) family. Priya on the other end will play Sikha, Amrit’s sister, who will be 18 year old and will not respect her mother at all.

When sources got in touch with Amit, he confirmed his presence in the daily and said, “I am shooting for Shubh Vivah today (24 April 2012). Though I don’t know exactly about the track but yes, Amardeep has entered to take revenge.”

Let us just see if these entries help Shubh Vivah in climbing up the TRP meter!

Falguni Desai signs two shows with Hats Off

Falguni Desai signs two shows with Hats Off
Veteran actress Falguni Desai is on a high these days as far as her professional life is concerned. Last we had updated you that she has been signed for Life OK’s Alakshmi to be helmed by Hats Off Productions.

And here we have got to know that Hats Off has offered Falguni another meaty role in their tentatively titled, Byah Hamari Bahu Ka to be aired on Sony TV. Talking of her role in Byah…sources said that she will be seen playing the role of Baa, the head of the family and the lead played by Prateeksha Lonkar, will be her daughter-in-law. She will belong to the male lead’s family.

Speaking to the sources, Falguni confirmed her presence in the daily and stated, “Yes, I am doing two shows with the same production house. I will be the head of the family. I have just returned from the outdoor shoot of Alakshmi and will start rolling for Byah from 25 April 2012”.

Now this is certainly going to be a task for her as she will have to shuffle between two shows, on this she retorted, “Well, as both the shows are of the same production house, I am sure they must have thought about it too. They will adjust my date and time”.

Well, if you sound so confident, we too have no issues!