I am ‘little’ dramatic – Varun Dhawan

New Delhi, 17^th September 2016: 

Varun Dhawan entered to arapturous applause. People are screaming in abandon, the women louder than the men, and for a moment, it becomes evident why there’s so much security standing at the front of the stage. “I can see a lot of schoolchildren in here,” he says as he enters “so clearly I’m in the right place.”

Here is what Varun has to say on his first kiss:

“I’m not going to tell you her name… a gentleman doesn’t kiss and tell. Anyway, I was 13 years old, she was a year younger than me. It was at the back of her building. I don’t know why, but I thought I knew what I was going to be doing. I’d seen Titanic and all. After a few minutes of my fumbling around, she got impatient, caught me, said ‘what are you doing?’ and then just went for it…”

On relationships:

“I don’t think this generation is as ‘fast’ as people say. I mean, the 70’s had their flower-power generation. It’s just a phase that they went thorough, and now we’re going through.”

“Relationships are awesome, I think we need them. There’s lots of kinds; friendship, family… but you have to work on them, invest in your relationships,  in people.”

On his first relationship:

“I was in college at the time… it was the first serious, long term relationship I’d been in. I think it had lasted four months… but then she cheated with me. I think I dealt with it okay; I’m a little dramatic – I’m an actor, after all – so I think I somewhere wanted to experience heartbreak anyway. There are supposed to be nine emotions, and you need to go through all of them to learn.”

Read more at: http://www.filmytown.com/i-little-dramatic-varun-dhawan/

John, Varun, Jacqueline perform Dare Devil act in Delhi

John, Varun, Jacqueline perform Dare Devil act in Delhi

After capturing hearts and spreading smiles in Indore, the cast of Dishoom; John Abraham, Varun Dhawan and Jacqueline Fernandez made a daring yet stylish entry in a chopper for the promotions of the movie in Delhi.

Read more at:

http://www.filmytown.com/john-varun-jacquelines-dare-devil-act-in-delhi/

John Abraham, Varun Dhawan coach Female Journalists

John and Varun workout with female journalists during Dishoom promotions!

John Abraham and Varun Dhawan, both known for their fitness and physique rather had a fun interaction with the Ladies from the media world.

John and Varun met female journalists early in the afternoon at a suburban gym.

The actors donned their gym wear and led a fun filled workout session for the ladies. The duo began by sharing motivational words with those present along with sharing fitness tips.

While John instructed the ladies on handling gym equipments correctly, Varun showcased the right manner in which basic exercises should be performed.

Read full news at:

http://www.filmytown.com/john-abraham-varun-dhawan-workout-female-journos/

Varun Dhawan launches the trendy ‘Backpack Collection 2016’

Skybags launches the new Backpack Collection campaign with

Brand Ambassador Varun Dhawan

Unveils the trendy ‘Backpack Collection 2016’

National, 11^th March 2016: ‘Skybags’, the youth bags brand from the house of India’s leading luggage company, V.I.P Industries announced the launch of its latest backpack collection. The campaign was unveiled by Bollywood heartthrob and Brand Ambassador Varun Dhawan at a press conference in Mumbai on 11^th March, 2016. 

Varun Dhawan presented the ‘Backpack Collection 2016’, which offers latest designs, vibrant colors and never-seen-before prints. Screening the TVC which is conceptualised and created by the talented team at Law & Kenneth | Saatchi & Saatchi, the film features Varun Dhawan showcasing the collection. Matching a light-hearted catchy tune, Dhawan is seen leaping through the air, moving in style, with different bags from the new collection against Istanbul skyline.

Expressing her views on the campaign, Radhika Piramal, Managing Director, V.I.P Industries says, “As a brand we aspire to connect with young audience that is fun-loving, vibrant and who have an edge about them. The campaign is simple, yet manages to encapsulate the fun and trendy spirit of the brand and the latest backpack collection. With a design range that can cater to multiple individual preferences, we hope to tap into the market for school, college and office backpacks. We have also added a new overnighter category called 'Weekender bags' in our new collection."

Commenting on the campaign, Sudip Ghose, Vice President – Marketing, V.I.P Industries says, “Varun Dhawan's personality syncs seamlessly with the new collection and these stylish bags are something that everyone would want to own. Bags in our new collection are not only high on style with bright colours, trendy fabrics and prints, but are also high on features. Our 'Tri-tech series' of backpacks are super spacious, comes with laptop and tablet compatibility, organiser, waterproof raincover and specially designed 'aer-zone' back comfort. Not only this, all bags come with 12 month worldwide warranty.”

Speaking about the campaign and the new backpack collection Varun Dhawan, Brand Ambassador – Skybags says, “I’m really kicked about using the new backpack collection. The backpacks have a unique design and they really do command attention. Plus it was great fun shooting for the Skybags campaign. There will be a lot to watch out for from Skybags in 2016.”

Explaining the rationale behind the campaign, Rahul Nangia, National Creative Director, Law & Kenneth | Saatchi & Saatchi says, "Skybags backpacks are not meant for those who are boring and sedate. They have been designed for restless young men and women who refuse to sit down. They are bursting with energy to keep moving. That's the spirit that this film attempts to capture."

The campaign will be a 360 ° one programmed for high visibility, which includes online and offline channels such as digital platforms, television, print and outdoor. It is also being supported by a new microsite and online contest through several social media platforms. Participants simply need to leap in the air and capture a photo of themselves and share it on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram with #MyBigLeap. Daily winners get Skybags backpacks. One lucky participant will win a special paragliding experience.

The campaign TVC can be viewed here – https://www.sendspace.com/file/qx0w4c  

About Skybags:

Skybags is aimed at travelers who like to make a style statement everywhere they go. While the bags offer world class functional features, the brand is committed to help Arrive in Style through vibrant and unique designs that add an edge to the traveler's personality. Skybags manufactures a wide variety of products like trolleys, rucksacks, backpacks, duffels, laptop bags, everyday travel accessories and short haul essentials made from quality materials. Skybags  is  also  the  first  Indian  brand  to  manufacture  printed  polycarbonate  luggage.

Two to Tango! Varun & Jacqueline

Varun Dhawan and Jacqueline Fernandez were recently placed in Abu Dhabi for their shoot schedule of their upcoming film Dishoom directed by Rohit Dhawan.

The two who are known to be amongst the most fit celebrities, in fact use to work out together on the sets of the film.

Both the actors were frequently spotted doing workouts and at the gym together. 
They dedicated an hour each day and use to in fact share their work out regime!

The two have learnt many more tips from each other’s workout schedule and had quite amount of fun in doing so!

It would be for the first time that we would see both these actors share screen space.

- See more at: http://www.filmytown.com/two-tango-varun-jacqueline/#sthash.L2Oh6cug.dpuf

Old or New.. Whats your pick?

Experts say that fresh pairs and hit jodis will keep Bollywood’s cash register ringing this season

A flurry of Bollywood films with never-seen-before lead pairs will release in the next two months, while the festive season will see a bunch of big-budget films with tried and tested pairs on screen. 


And experts feel that the mix will help the box office garner big revenue.


The fresh pairs include Saif Ali Khan and Katrina Kaif, who will be seen in Kabir Khan’s next, Kangana Ranaut and Imran Khan as well as John Abraham and Shruti Haasan in the sequel of the hit film Welcome (2007). 


Among the existing hit jodis, Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in Tamasha, Ranveer Singh and Deepika in Bajirao Mastani and Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in Dilwale, will be back on celluloid to recreate magic.


Talking about how a fresh pair helps a film, trade analyst Atul Mohan says, “The audience today wants everything to be new – be it scripts, storyline or the actors. A new pair creates extra interest that translates into more business.” 


Trade analyst Komal Nahta adds, “The audience wants an entire package, only the hero and heroine can’t pull off a film. However, during the festive season when big budget films release, a tried and tested pair works better.”


Filmmaker Sabbir Khan, who has worked with both newcomers and hit pairs, says: “Obviously, both have their pros and cons but I get excited when a film with a fresh pair releases. However, I don’t mind watching SRK and Kajol together.” 


Shashank Khaitan, who directed Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014), cast actors Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan after their first hit Student of the Year (2012), says, “If a hit pair doesn’t suit the script, it can backfire. Actors are moving out of their comfort zones and there will only be more experiments now.”

Sidharth Malhotra has the maximum followers on twitter among the younger lot of actors

Sidharth Malhotra crosses the 2 million mark on twitter.

Among the younger lot of actors he is the only one to cross this mark leaving behind Ranveer Singh,Varun Dhawan, Arjun Kapoor, Sushant Singh Raput, etc.

Sidharth has a huge fan following and even thought he is not as active on the platform as his peers, he has more followers.

Sidharth usually uses the platform to share his work with his fans. His tweets get massive retweets.

Infact the versatile actor actively reads and takes feedback from his fans via this platform. He actively reads their comment.

Sidharth truly values the feedback and support from his fans.

Sidharth tweeted, “Just saw the 2M sign, feels better reading it here than the back J family grows bigger, thank u all for the love, keep it coming.”

Varun Dhawan’s electrifying 4D performance at POND’S Men-ABCD 2 promotion

Varun Dhawan shows you how Any Body Can #GetRecharged with POND’S MEN & ABCD2

The Revolutionary Skincare Brand Launches Its Latest Variant

With Varun’s Innovative And High Octane 4D Performance

Mumbai, 7 June 2015: Are you ready to #getRecharged India? This was the question audiences were left with at the recently concluded event hosted by Pond’s Men in association with Disney’s ABCD2 to unveil their latest variant – Pollution Out Face wash. Keeping with the theme of the evening, the high energy super – hit music from the movie kept the audience on their feet! Music composer duo Sachin - Jigar, enthralled the audiences with three of their compositions – Sun Saathiya and Hold My Hand. The high energy finale act had the Bollywood heart-throb and POND’s MEN brand ambassador, Varun Dhawan dancing on the tunes of Bezubaan Phir Se and Naach Meri Jaan. Presenting the latest innovation by Pond’s Men – Pollution Out through 4D technology in a dance specially choreographed to #getPollutionOut by Remo D’Souza himself, it was a launch event finale never seen before.

The 4D performance was captured with a special camera set-up to create a unique 360 degree video to bring alive the performance for the fans later! So stay tuned! 

Speaking about the association, actor and Pond’s Men Brand Ambassador Varun Dhawan said, “I'm very excited about the two big upcoming launches - ABCD2 and Pond's Men Pollution out. Pollution is all around us and it's important for me and all of us to ensure that we stay refreshed and energized in the face of pollution, which is what Pond's Men Pollution Out is designed for. 

It's a great product that's going to be a part of my regime and I strongly recommend that everyone adopts it, especially those of you living in polluted cities like Mumbai and Delhi. I also hope that the audiences will enjoy ABCD 2 as much as they enjoyed the first version”

After introducing India to its first 3D Dance Film; Any Body Can Dance, Disney India and ace Choreographer turned Director Remo D’Souza are back with a spectacular sequel, ABCD2. The second chapter promises to be even bigger in scale with Bollywood’s young rising stars, Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor in the lead and the inimitable dancing Star Prabhudheva reprising his role of Vishnu Sir. ABCD2 is a grand 3D Dance Film which travels to the vibrant city in the USA and is a bittersweet journey of love, friendship, betrayal, honor and redemption.

Mr. Srinandan Sundaram, Vice President, Skincare and Colours, HUL said, “Pollution has far reaching implications on our skin and in particular the face. Which is why we have created Pollution Out, specifically formulated to deal with this. This deep cleansing face wash with coffee bean icy scrub and activated carbon will remove dirt and pollution particles from your skin and leave you feeling energized. #getPollutionOut #getRecharged”

An ideal way to refresh yourself, Pond’s Men Pollution Out removes micro pollution from deep inside, thoroughly cleaning your skin making it look bright & energized. It contains Coffee Bean Icy Scrub that exfoliate dead skin cells and instantly energizes tired skin. It also contains Activated carbon which is known to act like a magnet to suck out deep seated pollution, dirt and dust. Brightening Foam removes Pollution from outside to brighten dull skin.

Disney’s ABCD2 directed by Remo D’Souza which stars Varun Dhawan, Shraddha Kapoor and Prabhudheva releases on 19th June, 2015. 

About the new Pond’s Men Pollution Out Deep Clean Face Wash

The Pond’s Men Pollution Out Deep Clean Face Wash contains Coffee Bean Icy Scrub that exfoliate dead skin cells and instantly energizes tired skin. It also contains Activated carbon which is known to act like a magnet to suck out deep seated pollution, dirt and dust.

Pond’s Men Pollution Out Deep Clean Face Wash

• Brightening Foam: Removes Pollution from outside to brighten dull skin.

• Activated Carbon: Known to act like a magnet to suck out pollution- dirt and dust.

• Coffee Bean Icy Scrubs: Exfoliates dead skin cells and instantly energizes tired skin

Pricing details Size Price

Pond’s Men Pollution Out Deep Clean Face Wash 50g Rs.100

100g Rs.175

Pond's is a global skin care expert that has a presence in over 50 countries including Asia (Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, China, Vietnam, Korea and Japan) and USA - making it a skin care brand to reckon with. The brand boasts of state-of-the-art R&D facilities led from Pond’s Institutes at New York, Tokyo and Madrid, helping it create breakthrough innovations in face care. Pond’s has extended its skin care offerings to men with the launch of the Pond’s Men range which is available across in China, Indonesia, Thailand & Philippines and now in India. The Pond's philosophy is based on the application of leading-edge technology and giving customized solutions for different skin care needs. By combining this with an intimate understanding of the evolving skin care needs and requirements of consumers, Pond's delivers results that can be seen and felt.

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is India's largest Fast Moving Consumer Goods Company, touching the lives of two out of three Indians. HUL's mission is to "add vitality to life" through its presence in over 20 distinct categories in Home & Personal Care Products and Foods & Beverages. The company meets every day needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life.

Grungy is the flavor for the gen next stars

The Gen Next has been trying to break the mould and push the envelope in terms of acting. They all have tried their hand by getting into the grungy avatar.

While Sidharth Malhotra went grungy with Ek Villian, Ranveer Singh was seen in this avatar in h Gunday and more recently Varun Dhawan stepped into this with Balapur recently.

These films were all highly awaited by the audiences.

The looks of all of them is a drastic shift and audiences have gladly accepted it.

While all these films have done well at the box office, Sidharth Malhotra seems to be racing ahead in the pack. Infact Sidharth will be seen in this grungy avtaar yet again, in his upcoming release Brothers.

- See more at: http://www.filmytown.com/grungy-flavor-gen-next-stars/

BADLAPUR - Hindi movie review

Rating: ****

BADLAPUR - Hindi movie review

A dark thriller with its unique story telling approach gathering momentum with its pace, magnificent camera work and superlative performances from Varun Dhawan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Huma Qureshi.

Yet another spine-chiller from Sriram Raghavan who earlier made a notable revenge drama – Ek Hasina Thi (2004) and an out-and-out thriller – Johnny Gaddaar (2007). Badlapur doesn’t preach, has no message, it is just a plain thriller which has an unpredictable ending.

- Read the full review and see more pics at:
http://www.filmytown.com/movies/badlapur-hindi-movie-review/

VARUN DHAWAN ON BOARD FOR THE HEADLINING ACT AT INDIA’S ULTIMATE COLLEGE FEST

CHANNEL V GETS READY WITH THE FIFTH EDITION OF MICROSOFT VFEST 2015’: INDIA’S BIGGEST YOUTH FESTIVAL

Registrations Open on vfest.in To Take Up The Challenge and ‘Beat The Best’

19^th  December 2014, Mumbai: India’s ultimate college festival is back! Channel V brings the 5^th edition of the largest Indian youth festival - Microsoft VFest 2015. Over the last few years the fest has earned immense popularity among youngsters, thus becoming an unmatched pan-India college festival. To represent the energetic vibe and effervescent spirit of the fest, Bollywood actor and heartthrob Varun Dhawan has been signed on for his strong youth connect. The young actor is confirmed as the headlining act for the festival this year, and will also be seen making an appearance on the official launch promo. TheMicrosoft VFest 2015 finale is scheduled to take place on the 13th & 14th February, 2015 in the country’s party capital - Goa. On air, the finale will play out on 7^th and 8^th March, 2015 only on Channel V. The title sponsor for the festival is Microsoft.

Initiated by India’s leading youth entertainment channel Channel V, VFest is a first of its kind pan India college festival. Undertaken to create a national level platform for students from all fields and turfs to congregate, the festival records the largest footfall as compared to any other college level fest in the country. To ensure maximum participation and benefit the best of talent-  VFest has no registration barriers in terms of fees for participants. As an all India talent pool, the youth festival provides students with life changing opportunities to grow their passion into promising careers. Students get a chance to showcase their talent across diverse fields of art, literature, music, sports, dance, theatre and more. Gratification includes internships, scholarships, prizes in cash & kind and dream-come-true career opportunities.

With the onset of its 5^th year, the extravaganza has been rebranded as VFest from its earlier title –Indiafest. This time round, youth from all over the country are invited to bring out the hero in them, as they compete against the best of the best. All aspiring participants can register on the official website of VFest- www.vfest.in for the event of their choice from December 2014 – January 2015. All registered entries from the website will be skewed and shortlisted by Channel V. The shortlisted participants will be invited to the VFest zonals, which will be carried out in 6 cities - Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Kolkata, Ahmedabad & Bengaluru. The Zonals will be held at the following venues- Pune Zonals at Singhdhad University on 19^th December, 2014, Delhi Zonals at Ansal University on 23rd January 2015, Kolkata Zonals at Calcutta Institute of Engineering on 23^rd January and Mumbai Zonals in the third week of January. All Zonal winners will qualify to compete at the VFest grand finale to be held in Goa. Bollywood actors, Sonakshi Sinha, Irrfan Khan and Arjun Kapoor are among confirmed names who are all set to perform at the zonals.

The finale, a two day extravaganza will be held in Baga grounds in North Goa. All India zonal winners will come together to compete for the much coveted VFest trophy. With over 30 events ranging from sports, art, literature to music, dance, theatre, fashion & more, the finale will be packed with competitions, workshops, seminars, student activities & engagements and performances by renowned artists.

Speaking on the event, Mr. Ajit Thakur, EVP and Business Head – Channel V said “VFest has brought us immense pride every year. Our country is thriving with young talent; however the avenues to showcase them are few and far between. Hence the fest was conceived with the aim of providing this energetic and ambitious section of society with an established platform. Year after year, it gives us great pleasure to provide a larger than life and much deserved opportunity to young individuals.VFest is in its fifth year now and the response has been overwhelming every year”

Commenting on the association with India’s biggest youth festival, Raghuvesh Sarup, Director - Marketing, Nokia India Sales Pvt. Ltd. (a subsidiary of Microsoft Mobiles Oy), said, “India’s youth is energetic and brimming with talent; that talent needs to be recognized and given a platform to be showcased. Youngsters today have numerous ideas and even more ways to express them. Microsoft Mobiles has always tried to play the role of an enabler by empowering the youth to showcase their talent at the right platforms. VFest is a great platform with a successful history and a scale that connects the whole country. This association will help us be a part of another initiative that recognizes and promotes talent.“

Establishing itself as one of the most popular, attended and credible platforms, VFest has attracted not only college going youth but also sponsors who look to target the specific audience. In 2014, the event recorded over 60,000 foot fall for the grand finale and over 34,231 registered participants. Each year, the festival gets bigger and better, beating itself in terms of scale, grandeur, participation and footfall.

Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania – Movie Review

Rating: ***

Kavya Pratap Singh (Alia Bhatt), a chirpy, yet feisty girl from Ambala, decides to make a trip to Delhi for her marriage shopping, she meets a young, carefree Delhi lad, Rakesh ‘Humpty Sharma’ (Varun Dhawan). Humpty’s father is the owner of a campus bookstore, where Humpty and his two best friends, Shonty and Poplu, have grown up together and which remains their hangout spot even now.

Kavya is unattainable for Humpty initially, which makes her even more endearing to him. But being a Delhi boy, he is not the one to give up so easily. With some help from his two best friends, he finds out all about her and through an interesting turn of events (including a ploy to save Kavya’s friend Gurpreet’s marriage), they start growing closer to each other.

The more time they spend with each other, their love hate banter grows, but their chemistry is apparent. They are both different, yet very similar as people. They are young, feisty and carefree, and its the spurge of life which attracts them to each other.

- Read the full review and see more pics at:
http://www.filmytown.com/movies/humpty-sharma-ki-dulhania-movie-review

Main Tera Hero - Film Review

Our Hero manages to date two girls at the same time

Rating: ***

It is an entertaining romantic drama lacks logic and is high on theatrics targeted at the masses, which takes Our Hero from the mountainous Ooty, to the fun college campus of Bangalore, and then to a beautiful mansion, in visitors paradise Thailand.
Our Love Story begins with the Mischievous, Clever, Charming, a Daredevil and the HERO – Seenu (Varun Dhawan) who falls in love with Sunaina (Ileana D’cruz).

On the first day of his college in Bangalore, he instantly falls in love with Sunaina (Ileana DCruz), unaware that Inspector Angad (Arunoday Singh) has terrorized her and wouldn’t let her even speak to other boys in the college.

Seenu outwits Angad, mentors Sunaina to gather guts to come out against the cop, and just as they openly move around, Sunaina is kidnapped and taken to Thailand. The cop has joined hands with the don in Thailand, since the don’s daughter Ayesha (Nargis Fakhri) has fallen in love with our Hero and Seenu is then summoned to Thailand.

It is full of corny dialogues that transport you to David Dhawan-Govinda era of the 1990s.

Full review and more pics at:http://www.filmytown.com/movies/main-tera-hera-film-review/