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Bombay HC orders film director Ghai to return land

Bombay HC orders film director Ghai to return landMumbai, Feb. 9 : The Bombay High Court on Thursday ordered that land given to film director Subhash Ghai''s Mukta Arts in 2006 be taken back.

The court also asked Ghai to pay Rs 5.3 crore annually from 2000, from the time Mukta Arts entered into a joint venture with the Maharashtra Government headed by then chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh.

Sab TV's new show focuses on Indian value system

Sab TV's new show focuses on Indian value systemNew Delhi, Feb 9 - Sab TV, known for making comedy shows, is now coming up with a new daily soap "I Love My India" which will show what happens when West meets East.

Rahul Bose to make English movie on Pakistani novel

Rahul Bose to make English movie on Pakistani novelKolkata, Feb 9 - Bollywood actor Rahul Bose Thursday said he is all set to make an English movie which will be a screen adaptation of a Pakistani novel.

"I will be making an English movie based on a Pakistani novel. So I won't be available for any other movies during that period of August, September and October," said Bose on the sidelines of a programme here.

Deepika didn't even apologise after quitting 'Race 2', says angry Taurani

Deepika didn't even apologise after quitting 'Race 2', says angry TauraniMumbai, Feb 9 - Filmmaker Ramesh Taurani is upset with actress Deepika Padukone for opting out of his "Race 2" at the last moment following an offer for a Hollywood project and rues that she didn't even apologise for her hasty retreat.

Aamir Khan in Srinagar to shoot for ‘Incredible India’ campaign

Aamir Khan in Srinagar to shoot for ‘Incredible India’ campaignSrinagar, Feb 9 : Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, was spotted at Srinagar's Dal Lake on Thursday, shooting for the flagship `Incredible India' advertisement campaign, under the aegis of the Ministry of Tourism.

Khan, who is the brand ambassador for the Incredible India Social Awareness Campaign called `Atithi Devo Bhava', was seen sailing on a Shikara on the Dal Lake, on Thursday morning.

Ashish Soni completes 20 years in fashion world, set to celebrate

Ashish Soni completes 20 years in fashion world, set to celebrateNew Delhi, Feb 9 - Designer Ashish N. Soni completes two decades in the fashion industry this year and to mark the occasion he will showcase a retrospective of his work.

The exhibition, titled Absolut Soni, will take place at the Aman hotel in the capital and it will be on for three weeks - from Feb 11 to Feb 29. It is collaboration between Absolut and Aman.

Land return: Subhash Ghai to appeal in Supreme Court

Land return: Subhash Ghai to appeal in Supreme CourtMumbai, Feb 9 - Bollywood director Subhash Ghai will challenge in the Supreme Court the Bombay High Court order Thursday asking him to return a plot of land allotted to his Whistling Woods International film institute.

"We respect the high court's judgement and we will appeal to the Supreme Court. We are not at fault and have done nothing wrong," Ghai told IANS.

Court asks Subhash Ghai to return land given for film institute

Court asks Subhash Ghai to return land given for film instituteMumbai, Feb 9 - The Bombay High Court Thursday directed filmmaker Subhash Ghai to return a plot of land allotted to his Whistling Woods International film institute.

Ghai is running the institute at Goregaon in northwest Mumbai. The studio and the institute were built on 5.5 acres of land and Ghai was allotted an additional 14.5 acres of surrounding land for expansion in 2000 by then chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh.

Spice up V-Day with romantic Bollywood movies

Spice up V-Day with romantic Bollywood moviesNew Delhi, Feb 9 - Valentine's Day is here and many would swear there's nothing like grabbing a couch with your partner and watching one of your favourite romantic tales from Bollywood to celebrate the day. For added pleasure, you could keep a bucket of popcorn handy!

IANS has shortlisted some films you could pick from to enjoy the special day Feb 14:

Ramkinkar Baij colours Delhi's spring canvas

Ramkinkar Baij colours Delhi's spring canvasNew Delhi, Feb 9 - The canvas of spring in the capital has been set ablaze by the colours of Ramkinkar Baij, the founding father of modern Indian sculpture, at a mega retrospective at the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA).

Featuring 350 art works by the Shantiniketan-based maverick genius, the showcase was inaugurated by Culture Minister Selja late Wednesday evening. The exhibition will close March 31.

Sabyasachi turns to TV, excited about exploring new market

Sabyasachi turns to TV, excited about exploring new market New Delhi, Feb 9 - After serving the fashion world for over a decade, designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee has now forayed into the TV world with his "Band Baajaa Bride with Sabyasachi" show that he says will enable him connect with a market he has not tapped.

The 37-year-old is the designer for the second season of the show where he will makeover 13 girls into bridal divas.

I hope Bollywood starts shooting in Kashmir again: Aamir

I hope Bollywood starts shooting in Kashmir again: AamirSrinagar, Feb 9 - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan was here after more than a decade and was so impressed with the breathtaking beauty of the valley that he hopes filmmakers return here "like the good old times".

Aamir arrived here Wednesday and visited the famous floating vegetable gardens in Dal Lake.

Aamir prays for Yuvraj's quick recovery

Aamir prays for Yuvraj's quick recoverySrinagar, Feb 9 - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan says he is praying that cricket all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, battling lung cancer, recovers and returns to the field soon.

"He is a great fighter. My prayers go out for his quick recovery so that he returns to where he belongs, to the cricket field," said Aamir who arrived here Wednesday on a pleasure trip.

Prahlad Kakkar makes acting debut with 'David'

Prahlad Kakkar makes acting debut with 'David'Mumbai, Feb 9 - Ad guru Prahlad Kakkar has found a new vocation -- he has turned into an actor and plays a priest in his first film.

He joined the cast and crew of Bejoy Nambiar's "David" in Mangalore and showed no signs of nervousness while facing the camera.

Ayesha Takia plans to take legal action against Kingfisher Airlines

Ayesha Takia plans to take legal action against Kingfisher Airlines New Delhi, Feb 9 : Seems like Ayesha Takia is going to give Siddharth Mallya some restless nights after their Twitter brawl.

Takia, who claims that a Kingfisher staffer had misbehaved with her sister, is reportedly planning to sue the airlines over misconduct.

Deepika Padukone beats Katrina Kaif to be Rajnikanth’s new heroine

Deepika Padukone beats Katrina Kaif to be Rajnikanth’s new heroine New Delhi, Feb 9 : Deepika Padukone has reportedly been signed as Rajnikanth's new heroine in his daughter's upcoming Tamil movie `Kochadaiyaan'.

The buzz recently doing the rounds was that Katrina Kaif, who was also keen on doing Soundarya's film, was offered Rs. 5 crore for the role.

However, the 26-year-old actress has confirmed her alliance with the new venture.

‘I won’t be celebrating Valentine’s Day with Avantika’, says Imran Khan

‘I won’t be celebrating Valentine’s Day with Avantika’, says Imran Khan New Delhi, Feb 9 : Imran Khan, who is busy promoting his new flick `Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu', has revealed that there will be no Valentine's Day for him and his wife Avantika, as he will be on the sets shooting `Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola' (MKBKM).

"I won't be celebrating Valentine's Day with Avantika this year because I will be busy shooting for Vishal's film `Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola'," the actor said.

Aishwarya Sakhuja is new Cadbury girl

Aishwarya Sakhuja is new Cadbury girlMumbai, Feb 8 - Keeping in tune with its family bonding theme Cadbury has roped in TV actress Aishwarya Sakhuja as the face for its upcoming ad campaigns.

Aishwarya, who is being loved by young and old alike for her portrayal of the sweet and understanding daughter-in-law Toasty in Sony's popular show "Saas Bina Sasural" seemed to the be the most apt choice.

In the family drama, the actress is seen as a homemaker and not a home breaker.

Bharti Achrekar enters 'Meri Maa'

Bharti Achrekar enters 'Meri Maa'New Delhi, Feb 8 - Veteran actress Bharti Achrekar, popularly known as Mrs Wagale of "Wagale Ki Duniya", is set to enter in "Meri Maa".

The actress will portray Kaushalya Bua of Harishankar Prasad. She will be seen as a woman with old beliefs, blunt, strict and unpredictable.

She still strongly thinks that if a woman is coming into the family after marriage, she has to bring a lot with her to the family.

"Meri Maa" comes on Life Ok channel.

Badami makes Akshay sentimental

Badami makes Akshay sentimentalMumbai, Feb 8 - Akshay Kumar is shooting the climax of his forthcoming film "Rowdy Rathore" at Badami village and says he will miss the place once the shoot gets over.

Anil Kapoor thrilled about BAFTA

Anil Kapoor thrilled about BAFTANew Delhi, Feb 8 - Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor, who is set for his third outing at the prestigious BAFTA ceremony, says he is extremely delighted to be part of the gala event.

'Ek Main Aur...' cash registers already ringing, rakes in Rs.21 crore

'Ek Main Aur...' cash registers already ringing, rakes in Rs.21 croreMumbai, Feb 8 - Karan Johar's "Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu" has yet to hit the screens but the filmmaker has already recovered Rs. 21 crore which he had invested in producing the romantic comedy starring Imran Khan and Kareena Kapoor.

The production budget of the film was Rs. 21 crore and the maker spent another Rs. 8 crore on print, advertising and publicity etc.

Imran finds wife Avantika's observations helpful

Imran finds wife Avantika's observations helpfulMumbai, Feb 8 - Imran Khan says that his wife Avantika's invaluable suggestions have helped him in his career.

"I have always felt that when Avantika sees my films, criticises something and points out some flaws, that is always correct, always spot-on. I always take her opinion into account," said the 29-year-old who married his long-time girlfriend in January 2011.

Raveena's best Valentine's Day

Raveena's best Valentine's DayMumbai, Feb 8 - Actress Raveena Tandon says her best Valentine's Day was when her husband Anil Thadani presented her with a romantic evening.

Travel shows get makeover in India: Gaurav Kapoor

Travel shows get makeover in India: Gaurav KapoorNew Delhi, Feb 8 - Thanks to the changing preferences and lifestyle of people, travel shows in India have got a makeover, says Channel V's popular veejay Gaurav Kapoor who helped select the country's first travel jockey for "Freaky Traveller", which will uncover unexploited destinations.

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