21 January, 2014

IRON MAN 3 - to Premiere on Television


IRON MAN 3 To Feature In an Exclusive Double Premiere on Indian Television on Star Movies Action 


Star Movies Action, India’s only English action movie channel dedicated to bringing the best content to its viewers, presents ‘Iron Man 3’. The biggest action movie franchise will premiere on Sunday, 26th January, at 1pm and 8pm only on Star Movies Action.


- See more at: http://www.filmytown.com/iron-man-3-premiere-star-movies-action/

18 January, 2014

Karle Pyaar Karle - Film Review . Rating: **



An adrenaline gushing, action packed, edgy love story of two rebels, Kabir & Preet, playing the game of life.

This contemporary romantic film is produced by Suneel Darshan and introduces his son Shiv Darshan opposite Miss India Earth 2011 winner Hasleen Kaur.


No efforts are spared to display lavishness in the locales shown in the film. Its shot on scenic locations in Lavasa in Maharashtra, Mumbai, Dubai and Thailand.

It is the story of Kabir (Shiv Darshan) and Preet (Hasleen Kaur). Both are sort of rebels in their own way. The unstable environment within their homes manifests into their daring attitude towards life.

Full review and more pics of Karle Pyaar Karle at:

http://www.filmytown.com/movies/karle-pyaar-karle-film-review

15 January, 2014

Ajita Suchitra Veera’s film - 'Ballad of Rustom' is shortlisted for Oscars

Oscar Shortlisted Filmmaker AJITA SUCHITRA VEERA wishes to have Shahrukh Khan & Aamir Khan as an audience for her Oscar shortlisted ‘Ballad of Rustom’



Even as India’s official entry to the Oscars 2014 ‘The Good Road’ has failed to make it to the nominations list in the Best Foreign Picture Category, it’s not the end of the road for us.

Ajita Suchitra Veera, a critically acclaimed Hyderabad-Mumbai based filmmaker has kept the Indian hope alive at the Oscars with her maiden feature film, ‘Ballad of Rustom’, which has been shortlisted from 4000 films across the globe.

The film is competing with some of the world’s best cinema in the Oscars Reminder List in the Best Picture category at the 86th Academy awards.

However, Ajita who is a writer, producer and director of her award winning film is now in India with renewed energy in her eyes She is on a mission to introduce her film to the Indian audiences & she firmly believes Indian audiences will definitely be able to appreciate & engage with this kind of Cinema.


“I would definitely like Mr.Shahrukh Khan to watch my film ,” said Ajita at a packed press conference in suburban Mumbai when asked about showing the film to Shahrukh - who has done such content driven films like Swades, Chak de

She also invited super star Amir Khan known for his great drive in promoting different cinema in India to watch her film.

When asked about the commercials distribution aspect of her film, she said, “I have so far financed my own film but I now want to approach big studios like Disney, Sony classic, Fox Searchlight , UTV, TV18 or Eros to become the release partners.”


Shot in Coorg (Karnataka), the film captures life of a nondescript telephone repairer who has knack for scientific experiments.

“It’s a film about imagination, dreams, passion for life, love, hope and despair,” according to Ajita.

Full write up at:
http://www.filmytown.com/ajita-suchitra-veeras-ballad-rustom-shortlisted-oscars/


Television Celebrities at Lohri celebrations at Punjab Grill

TV Celebs at Lohri celebrations at Punjab Grill


Television Celebs Celebrates Lohri in Mumbai in Punjabi Ishtyle...



A host of television artists attented the ‘Lohri’ party on the evening of 12th January at Punjab Grill at Juhu, Mumbai.


It was moment of Reminiscence for the television celebrities. Mantra felt it like it was being celebrated in his hometown in Punjab.


Celebrities were greeted, right on their arrival with dhol nagaras in the traditional Punjabi style at the Lohri event.


‘Orange Room Productions’ is indeed changing the trend of theme parties in Mumbai by making the city party in a true ‘ORP style’!

The young creative minds of ORP (Orange Room Productions) - Abhinav Bharti and Pramod Sharma personally welcomed the  socialites and celebrities.


Those first to arrive was the stand up comedian Mantra, socialite Bobby Darling, Amit Tondon and Wife Ruby Tandon, Singer Vandana Vadera, Actor Ankit Bhatela.


Singer Ritu Pathak, Hiten Paintal, Sharhan Singh, Ihana Dhillon, Kiran Dhillon danced on the beats of the Punjabi dhols. The spirited evening was followed with the delicious food - specially made for Lohri by the Punjab Grill's Master Chef Gurpreet Singh.

Read more about Bollywood and TV celebrities, events pics at:  http://www.filmytown.com/

07 January, 2014

Arjummal Mughal makes her Filmy Debut

From Ad World to Filmy World


She is the latest entrant of the cute models who are vying to enter Bollywood. Watch out for this talented model in Ya Rab, which is expected to release later this year.


She is the most sought after model in the ad world. This scintillating beauty Arjumman Mughal is all set to enter Bollywood with a hard hitting film Ya Rab.


For her, this is only a gradual and natural move considers the model turned actress who has more than 2000 ads to her credit including the likes of ICICI, Vodafone, Hindustan Unilever, Nokia and Videocon among many others, “I have enjoyed featuring in TV and Print commercials but I always wanted to get into films.


I am honoured to be a part an intense and thought provoking film such as Ya Rab. I couldn’t have gotten a better start to my Bollywood career.”

More pics of Arjummal Mughal at: http://www.filmytown.com/arjummal-mughal-makes-filmy-debut/

06 January, 2014

Mr Joe B. Carvalho – Bollywood Film Review

A comedy of errors. It is the story of a detective Mr Joe B. Carvalho who aspires to be like his father, who was a famous detective of his times.
Detective Joe B. Carvalho (Arshad Warsi) gets silly assignments and he is honest enough to accept the fact that an important case would be rarely coming his way. Detecting people misusing their cable connection or catching the milkman mixing water in the milk.
He gets a call one day, and a rich man gives Joe the task of finding his daughter who has eloped with an elderly cook, The rich man pays him Rupees 20,000 and that’s a big amount for this petty detective.
Joe is all set to accomplish his task that in the process, the Lady Inspector Shantipriya (Soha Ali Khan) mistakes him for the dreaded Henchman Carlos.
- See more at: http://www.filmytown.com/movies/joe-b-carvalho-film-review

05 January, 2014

Salman mentors Daisy Shah, his lead heroine in 'Jai Ho'


Daisy Shah is one of those few who doesn't have a filmy background. And so, her mentor Salman feels the need to groom her. 

Salman Khan has a long list of people that he has extended his helping hand to and has groomed to establish themselves in the film industry.

The most talked about of the list being Katrina Kaif. In the diva’s initial phases in the industry, she owes it all to the Khan for his support and advices.

Just like that, this time it is Daisy Shah, the leading lady of his upcoming film, Jai Ho who will be groomed by the star Khan.

More information at:

http://www.filmytown.com/salman-mentors-daisy-shah-lead-heroine-jai-ho/

03 January, 2014

Dhak Dhak girl Madhuri to make special appearance in Yeh Hai Aashiqui

It goes without saying that Madhuri is a great dancer, but what most of us don’t know is her love for arts and this episode is particularly close to her heart.

Talking about her appearance on the television show , Madhuri says, “Arts and culture are extremely close to my heart and I felt the same way about the story being showcased on YehhaiAashiqui.

The story of two passionate dancers whose spirit and worship for dance does not wither away with misfortunes is very similar to my character Begum Para, as dancing is her way of celebrating life and expressing her deepest emotions.”

Full write up at: http://www.filmytown.com/madhuri-appear-yeh-hai-aashiqui/

02 January, 2014

Akshay Kumar, Ashvini - 72 miles, ek Pravas, gathers critical acclaim at film festivals.

72 Miles Ek Pravas, which was the duo’s debut into regional film fraternity, has stirred waves with its conceptual excellence and moving screenplay.

A hard-hitting, poignant tale of a young boy who makes his journey into self-actualization against the backdrop of a rustic India.

72 Miles Ek Pravas, explores a beautiful, coming of age journey for the 13 year old boy Ashok and the companionable relationships he makes through his journey.


Full news and movie stills at: http://www.filmytown.com/akshay-kumar-ashvini-yardi-72-miles-ek-pravas/

Nawazuddin to be seen in Kick with Salman

Sajid Nadiadwala has roped in the talented actor, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, of Gangs of Wasseypur fame, for his upcoming film with Salman Khan, Kick.

For the first time, Nawaz would play a powerful role in a out and out commercial film, Kick. 

Sajid was keen to cast someone who will be able to perform dramatically. While details are kept under wrap on his character as it’s suppose to be surprise but insiders say it’s very powerful.

Nawazuddin read the script and fell in love with the character.

It is also the first time that Nawaz will be working with Sajid Nadiadwala as well as Salman Khan. Earlier to this, he had received a lot of accolades for his performance in Talaash and Lunchbox where he had dabbled into different characters.

This would his first mainstream break. And that too opposite Salman Khan.

- See more at: http://www.filmytown.com/