ShahRukh Khan in Trouble

ShahRukh Khan is in big trouble for his superhit movie Om Shanti Om. Well, the Veteran actor Manoj Kumar is very unhappy with the way his character has been portrayed in the movie. He has threatened to sue Shah Rukh Khan for aping him. He said that he will sue Shah Rukh and Farah Khan for what he alleges is a conspiracy to humiliate and ridicule him. Manoj Kumar told the CNN-IBN that ‘People who make such movies do not know the meaning of respect and decency. They are criminals’. There were many actors in the movie who were made fun of but they all took it very lightly but looks like Manoj Ji has taken this matter very seriously. He was shown being beaten up by the police outside a theatre is done in bad taste in the movie which made Manoj Kumar Ji very angry. Not just this but in another scene Shah Rukh Khan Gives a mock thank you speech in a drunken state and later say’s he’s Manoj Kumar. All these things made Manoj Kumar very angry and he is very upset with Farah Khan. He busted out at the Director by saying that ‘This is not film making’

I don’t think Farah Khan or Shah Rukh Khan had any bad intension while doing this but it has hurt the sentiments of an actor, let’s see what they do. But I surely think they will apologize to Manoj Kumar Ji for hurting him and then soon things will fall in place. But this what I think, let us wait and watch what will they actually do?

Cold War between Amitabh Bacchan and SRK

Amitabh Bacchan and ShahRukh Khan are not on good terms with each other. The Big B of Bollywood is angry with King Khan for some unknown reason. The two of them don’t seem to be very happy on meeting each other, it looks like more of a cold war between the two. Recently at the Police Fest which was held in Andheri Mumbai has both these stars present and Amitabh Bacchan was seen sitting with his son and Daughter-in-law, However when ShahRukh Khan entered the function with his Om Shanti Om team it caused irritation to Amitabh Bacchan for some reason and he didn’t even bother to look at SRK. Not only that but when King Khan held out his hand to Mr. Bacchan he just got up and left. Now! That’s very bad. Isn’t it?

Well, the reason behind the cold war is not known but we are guessing that it might be because Mr. Bacchan is angry with Sharukh for snatching away his film Don. It was also said that this was the reason why Mr. Bacchan did not call Shah Rukh Khan for his Son’s marriage? Well, we cannot say anything more than that so, let’s keep guessing…….. .

Will AAJA NACHLE get a smooth multiplex release?

Those familiar with the happenings in Bollywood, especially in the distribution/exhibition sector will remember how the multiplexes were humbled by the Chopras during the time of FANAA, DHOOM:2 and other Yash Raj films. They forced the multiplexes to give higher revenue share than that given to other producers (and rightfully so!), due to the enviable track record of their banner.

However, 2007 has not been as good for the Yash Raj films, as compared to the last few years. While CHAKDE! INDIA did superbly at the multiplexes, their other two ventures, JHOOM BARABAR JHOOM and LAAGA CHUNARI MEIN DAAG were duds and entailed heavy losses. Even TA RA RUM PUM drew crowds, but mainly in the multiplexes of Bombay.

The above being the case, the multiplexes feel that it is now their turn to dictate terms to the Chopras. In fact, as per trade and distribution inputs, many multiplex owners/chains are contemplating about forgoing their forthcoming venture, AAJA NACHLE, but that, in case Yash Raj act tough again!

OM SHANTI OM creates history of Indian cinema

Eros International, the leading integrated company within the Indian media & entertainment sector announces an unprecedented opening of Shah Rukh Khan's OM SHANTI OM, produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and directed by Farah Khan. The film opened to rave reviews and advance bookings on the 9th November and has since grossed over US$19 million worldwide in its first week making it the most successful opening in Indian cinema history. OM SHANTI OM released across 1,400 plus screens globally, and for the first time saw screenings as early as 7.45 a.m. in certain multiplexes in India, making it one of the most anticipated films in recent times. OM SHANTI OM's staggering first week gross collections of US$13.5 million in India make it the best ever opening there. The figures overseas are no less remarkable with the film grossing $1.5 million at the UK box office and over $2million in North America in its first week

With as many as 14-16 shows planned daily in its second week at some multiplexes, Eros International is looking forward to an excellent run of King Khan's film offering.

Kishore Lulla, Chairman and CEO, Eros International Plc said, "We are ecstatic with the audience as well as critics' reactions to OM SHANTI OM. It was one of the most awaited films of the year and we are excited that the magic combination of Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan has proved to be a huge success once again. The superb run of the film in the first week has superseded all expectations and we are confident of the film's performance in the weeks to come."

"We were expecting a commercial success but this kind of response has been overwhelming. It's great that audiences as well as critics have appreciated the film. We had a lot of fun making this film and I am thrilled that audiences are having fun watching it too", Farah Khan added. With the film opening in cinemas in India to a fantastic 95-100 percent capacity audiences and maintaining a steady 80-90 percent from Monday, OM SHANTI OM promises to be the biggest film of SRK's career.

OM SHANTI OM stars Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone in pivotal roles. The film's score and soundtrack has been composed by the musical duo, Vishal Shekhar with lyrics by Javed Akhtar. Cinematography for the movie is by V Manikandan whilst editing is handled by Shirish Kunder. The film has over 30 of Bollywood's hottest stars including Salman Khan, Rani Mukherjee, Kajol, Sanjay Dutt, Priyanka Chopra, Preity Zinta, Saif Ali Khan and many more putting in a guest appearance.

Eros has previously distributed MAIN HOON NA as well as PAHELI, which are both Red Chillies Productions. With OM SHANTI OM, Eros International continues its successful line up of global releases including hits like OMKARA, SALAAM-E-ISHQ, EKLAVYA, PROVOKED, NAMASTEY LONDON, CHEENI KUM, PARTNER, GANDHI MY FATHER, HEYY BABYY, etc.