Ashita's addicted to SRK's movies

 

Ashita Dhawan is a die-hard Shah Rukh Khan fan and everyone on the sets of Raakesh Paswan's Baba Aiso Varr Dhundo on Imagine TV, is aware of her love for the Badshah Khan.

She is addicted to SRK's movies and can watch them time and again. And guess what her prized possession is? An old picture of her with the superstar clicked a few years ago. "I love everything about him.

I love every movie of his and I have seen all of them. In fact I even like to watch Guddu and Dil Aashana Hai, and when someone sees me watching it, they are shocked! My all-time favourite of course is DDLJ, which I have seen more than 50 times. So are also Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Chak De! India, Dil Toh Pagal Hai, and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham." And if you've not had enough of this, there's more.

Source: http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-03-15/tv/28691191_1_srk-die-hard-fan-ashita-dhawan

I’m not a thief: Shah Rukh

After all the fun at brother-in-law Rustom Tiwari's wedding in the Capital, actor Shah Rukh Khan is back to work. In a chatty mood, he held no prisoners as he fielded queries from the media in Delhi on Monday.

Some reports in the media had it that the Company Law Board (CLB) was set to levy a monetary penalty on SRK's company, Red Chillies Entertainment, for failing to file balance sheets and annual returns with the Registrar of Companies for the past four years. The board also proposed that it would impose a fine of up to Rs 7.5 lakh on the company. To this, Shah Rukh, in town for a promotional event for Nokia, said, "I have no idea about it as I have been out of the country for because of shoots. I am a law-abiding citizen of the country, and the highest tax payer. I follow rules, but if there is any such problem, I will check on it and sort it out. I am not a thief. If there has been an oversight, it will be checked immediately."

The actor, 45, who was once very active on microblogging site Twitter, has tweeted only thrice since November last year. When asked why, he said, "To begin with, I don't know how to deal with people. And when I was on Twitter, people would ask me very intrusive questions. They would ask stuff that even my closest friends would not. I was sharing personal details on Twitter, including my kids' pictures, but after I realised it was getting too personal, I got back to my reclusive, unsocial self. I don't need to promote my films on Twitter."

Khan also spoke at length about his IPL cricket team, Kolkata Knight Riders. When asked to comment on the buzz about Shakira co-starring in a music video with him, he said, "I have a team of people working around the marketing for KKR. I have no clue if Shakira is going to dance for KKR. It is wonderful if she is going to ... but I really don't know anything till now."

And then, he ate the humble pie. "As the owner of the team, I think I have let KKR down since the team hasn't being doing well. But, it is not in my hands, as I am not playing on the ground."

IPL and its Lalit Modi have been indispensable since the beginning of the tournament but not with Modi gone, but will IPL be same? He answers, "To be honest, I have realized in the field of cricket or entertainment, no one is indispensable. And the matter of fact is that the game of cricket is much important than any individual."

Shah Rukh Khan, who grew his hair long for his role in upcoming film Don - The Chase Continues, also revealed that his respect for girls with long hair has increased manifold since he donned long tresses for Don. Explaining it he said, " I think girls are wonderful, for they are able to keep long hair for years and years. It's simply remarkable I had to maintain long hair for my look in Don 2 and that was the first thing I wanted to get rid of after I finished shooting for the movie. I got my hairdresser to trim my locks at 3 a.m. as soon as I finished shooting for the movie. When I used to get up in the morning, I used to feel there were a lot of others sleeping with me. It used to take two people to shampoo my hair I feel it's amazing how girls are able to manage long hair everyday," he said.

Lastly, the actor seemed very passionate while talking about his upcoming superhero film Ra.One. He says, in my 20 years of career, I haven't given back to the film industry. But this film is my attempt to give back to the industry.  The special effects of Ra.One will surely be something that Indian movies have never seen before. It is undoubtedly, the most expensive film ever and I hope all be it kids, youngsters love it. I am very passionate about it and hope I get it right."

http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/Print/673743.aspx

"Ra. One' was physically demanding" Arjun

A lot is being said and written about how Shahrukh Khan has gone for a complete transformation in 'Ra. One' and how the film has been designed as the biggest film ever churned out of the country. Since the film is about a superhero, there is also a super-baddie which is being played by Arjun Rampal. The man has his own stories to tell as he had to give his all in order to be a perfect fit in the film. Not just was he required to concentrate on the film's shooting for weeks at stretch; he also went through a rigorous physical transformation to go with the character that he is playing.

"Yes, it was physically a very demanding part," agrees Arjun who has been seen in action flicks like 'Elaan', 'Ek Ajnabee' and 'Asambhav' before, "There was a certain level of fitness which was required on my part to make this character look extremely believable. Anubhav and Shah Rukh were clear that I had to stand out to make the overall film look great."

It wasn't easy though as Arjun had to go through a three and a half months of training to get into a physical shape which was acceptable for 'Ra. One'.

"It doesn't just happen overnight," smiles Arjun, "There was an intensive training that I had to go through to become the character that goes with the film. I believe it was truly amazing to be going through this grill. It would be all worth it if the audience appreciates that as well."

Well Arjun, even though it is going to be quite some time from now, we are willing to wait.

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/64933.html

RA.One’s VFX supervisor wants credit for his 750-strong team

Star-producer Shah Rukh Khan is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that his superhero sci-fi fantasy, RA.One, is a one-of-its-kind Hindi film. Recently, director Anubhav Sinha got a mail from his VFX producer, Keitan Yadav, stating that officially 750 people were working on the visual effects of the movie, and all their names needed to be included in the title credits.

Anubhav reaction was, "I love my team, I love my kafila. Shah Rukh and I started dreaming about RA.One four years ago, and today such a large number of talent is colouring that dream. I can never thank them enough."

The team has been picked from across five countries, including India, Canada, France, Thailand and the US. And at least five of them, Anubhav, Keitan, Jeff Kleiser, the lead VFX supervisor, Harry Hingorani another supervisor, are on video conference everyday at the oddest of hours because of the time difference.

Anubhav admits that both Shah Rukh and he are making this film primarily for their kids. "Shah Rukh's son Aryan is 13, and his daughter Suhana is 10, while my son, Shlok, is nine. Every father wants to be a superhero in the eyes of his child," he muses. "It's a cycle. As a parent you go beyond your capabilities to make your child proud of you. And then, when the child grows up, he or she goes beyond his capabilities to make his parents proud of him. It's my turn now, both as a father and a son."

Just before the film's first look was unveiled, Anubhav left on a 10-day, much-needed break. On his return, he was prepared for some negative reactions because Shah Rukh has never been presented like this before. "SRK's blue look has been universally acceptable," he exults, quick to dismiss speculations about RA.One being a 'desi' Avatar. "But if it does even half the business of James Cameron's sci-fi adventure, I'll be a superhero."

In this age of sequels, will we see a RA.Two? "Why not?" retorts Anubhav. "Sequels are in vogue, and this one is designed as a franchise. But there's still time for Part 2. Right now, I'm so busy with RA.One that I have no time to eat or sleep. I haven't even had a drink in months."

http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/Print/673685.aspx

Rs 40 cr for Ra.One satellite rights!

At R 40 crore, Shah Rukh Khan's Ra.One has set a record of sorts. That's the amount a channel has paid for the satellite rights to the film. And this, long before the film is even due for theatrical release! What's more, it is the highest amount paid for a Hindi flick's satellite rights.

Aamir Khan's 3 Idiots previously held that record at a commanding price of R 36 crore. It was bought by the same channel. Reveals a source, "Shah Rukh is completely involved with every area of the film's marketing and branding. He's not only sitting with experts and drawing out several strategies, but is also coming up with his own. The film has a huge budget, so obviously, as a producer, he wants to make as much money through pre-release distribution avenues."

Big scale
In the recent past, other Bollywood releases like Guzaarish, Dabangg and Tees Maar Khan were sold to different channels before release. Ra.One will be publicised in a huge way. Since it has multiple Hollywood talents working on it, the scale of promotions will match it.

source: http://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/2011/mar/160311-films-satellite-rights-Rs-40-crore-highest-Hindi-film.htm

10 lakh people don't make a hit: SRK

Shah Rukh Khan has been one of the most active Bollywood celebs on social networking site Twitter.

However, the star has been out of action since sometime now. Many would be content in believing that the Khan is inactive as he has no projects to promote and will be back as soon as his films near release. But the real story is very different from the common assumption.

In a recent interview when enquired about his absence from micro-blogging, Shah Rukh explained, "As an actor and as a celebrity, I often come across people who look into my eye and ask me embarrassing questions at press conferences. However, I don't have any option other than putting up a smiling face and replying to the questions even if I am upset or angry.

"It has been happening since 20 years and it happened even during my interactions on Twitter. But I am socially inept, I don't know how to handle relationships and am not very good at dealing with such questions and therefore I thought it would be best to quit," said Khan.

SRK also said that he was having a great time while on Twitter and thought it's great to deal one on one with his fans, until some people started posting crazy questions and comments. Relating one such instance SRK said, "There were comments that 'Oh he only comes on Twitter when he wants to promote his films'. Well with all due respect to everyone, I want to say that 8-10 lakh do not make a film hit."

But SRK also confirmed that he would go back to Twitter someday and as usual talk about life.

Source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-interviews/10-lakh-people-dont-make-a-hit-SRK/articleshow/7709964.cms

SRK salutes girls with long hair!

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who grew his hair long for his role in Don - The Chase Continues, is more than happy after getting rid of it and says his respect for girls with long hair has increased manifold.

'I think girls are wonderful, for they are able to keep long hair for years and years. It's great. I had to maintain long hair for my look in Don 2 and that was the first thing I wanted to get rid of after I finished shooting for the movie,' said Shah Rukh, looking suave in a black suit.

The actor, who was here to launch Nokia's latest smart phone E7, says he was so desperate to get back to his short hair that he got his hairdresser to trim his locks at 3 a.m. as soon as he finished shooting for the movie.

'When I used to get up in the morning, I used to feel there were a lot of others sleeping with me. It used to take two people to shampoo my hair and believe me, I didn't feel pampered at all...So I feel it's amazing how girls are able to manage long hair everyday,' he said.

Shah Rukh sported his long-haired look on his last visit to the capital for a quiz organised by the Indian Institute of Planning and Management (IIPM). But young female fans gave a thumbs down to it. One wonders if his look would work any wonders for Don - The Chase Continues.

source: http://www.sify.com/movies/srk-salutes-girls-with-long-hair-news-national-ldosklgejhg.html