Ra.One Title Role: SRK hand over to Arjun Rampal

Ra.One Title Role: SRK hand over to Arjun Rampal: If you think Shahrukh Khan plays the title role in his forthcoming film Ra.One, think again. The latest we hear is that it's not Shahrukh but Arjun Rampal, who plays the character named Ra.One.

It is reported that Shahrukh plays double role in the film, one of which is a scientist who creates two robots – the good one named G.One and the bad one named Ra.One. Shahrukh plays G.One and Arjun plays Ra.One.

Director Anubhav Sinha revealed that Shahrukh plays the role of G.One but refused to reveal further. Shahrukh produces the film besides playing the lead role along with Arjun Rampal and Kareena Kapoor.

Shahrukh Khan-Salman Khan: will New Year Celebrate together in Dubai?

Shahrukh Khan-Salman Khan: will New Year Celebrate together in Dubai?: In a remarkable coincidence, both Shahrukh Khan and Salman Khan are in Dubai for the New Year celebrations.

Shahrukh has flown to the Emirates with his family and friends including Karan Johar, Hrithik Roshan and his wife Sussanne Khan. Salman, on the other hand, is in Dubai with his family.

So what are the chances of SRK and Sallu meeting up and making peace?

“The chance is pretty bleak. But you never know. Remember, Hrithik bonded well with Salman at Sohail Khan’s birthday bash and he’s presently holidaying with SRK. May be he could initiate something to bring the two Khans together,” says a source from the industry.

Not to be ignored are the feelers that Shahrukh has been sending out to Salman lately, indirectly albeit.

On an upcoming episode of Koffee With Karan which has already been shot, Shahrukh went to the extent of admitting that it is his fault that Salman is not talking with him anymore.

“If Salman and Farah are upset with me it's 100 per cent my fault but I can't pick up the phone and say sorry.... I can't apologise because of ego but because I can't just get myself to ask people to come back to me,” Shahrukh is quoted to have said.

Moreover, SRK has been talking about making new beginnings in 2011. One of those could be a permanent burial of his rivalry with Salman.

How great that would be!

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Shahrukh Khan Tweets: ‘Happy New Year’

Shahrukh Khan Tweets: ‘Happy New Year’: After keeping away from Twitter for about two months, Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan is back on the social networking site.

SRK had last tweeted on November 2, a day after his birthday, which he celebrated with his children and wife in Berlin.

On Wednesday, December 29, King Khan returned again with a sweet tweet about making new beginnings in the new year.

“To new beginnings. Have a healthy happy & fulfilling new chapter. Nay all your troubles be as shortlived as your new year resolutions. Love.” he tweeted.

Must say we missed his sense of humour all this while.

Shahrukh Khan and Salman Fight: SRK can't apologize

Shahrukh Khan and Salman Fight: SRK can't apologize: Shahrukh Khan was in a mood to bare his heart while appearing on buddy Karan Johar’s chat show Koffee With Karan.

SRK has been in confession mood lately. After confessing that he’s been depressed for a good part of this year, he’s spoken out frankly about his friends that have been falling out, namely Salman Khan and Farah Khan.

On Karan Johar’s show KWK, when SRK was asked about Farah and Salman, he is reported to have said: “I don't know how to make friends and if I do, I don't know how to keep them....If Salman and Farah are upset with me it's 100 per cent my fault but I can't pick up the phone and say sorry.... I can't apologise because of ego but because I can't just get myself to ask people to come back to me... I had asked my parents to come back and they didn't...”

In fact, SRK’s soul-baring so touched the host Karan Johar that he was moved to tears.

The SRK episode will be aired on January 2.

Hrithik Roshan Can make SRK chuck his Original Sin?

Hrithik Roshan Can  make SRK chuck his Original Sin?: Shahrukh Khan is renowned for his addiction with cigarette and even though the King Khan knows the dangers of puffing the smoke, he hasn’t been able to throw it off. In fact, he is pretty much reputed for his chain smoking habits.

But Duggu aka Hrithik Roshan has a Guzaarish for SRK. Reportedly, Hrithik is all set to ensure that SRK dumps his stick and leads the life of a non-smoker.

Hrithik, himself, had got addicted to cigarettes while filming for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Guzaarish’ that wanted him to inhale the nicotine.

But he had vowed to throw his habit off after the release of the film and true to his oath he has rid himself of the sin. Now, if anyone offers him a cigarette, he not only throws it off but crushes it mercilessly before trashing it.

Hrithik is now leading a healthy life and inhaling the fresh air. And it is thanks to his disgust for the stick that he has even made actor Arjun Rampal get rid of the habit as well.

Arjun has now asked Hrithik to make SRK quit smoking- a task that is deemed next to impossible and daring Roshan junior has taken up the challenge. It is to be seen if Dhoom 2 actor can conjure up some magic and make the Badshah get rid of his original sin.

Most Smarter Producer: Aamir Khan or Shahrukh Khan?

Most Smarter Producer: Aamir Khan or Shahrukh Khan?: Media has pitted Bollywood actors Aamir Khan and Shahrukh Khan loads of times against each other. While some say that the debate as to who is greater is futile, there is nothing more delightful to a movie buff than comparisons.

Just like cricket lovers love to have their say on the issue- who, between Tendulkar and Bradman, is a greater batsman; similarly, the comparison between Aamir and Shahrukh is a fantasy for the film lovers.

If we talk of Aamir and SRK as producers, then one can say that Aamir has done what the King Khan has failed to do. Aamir has smartly carried out his films from the whirlpool of controversies and accorded them huge publicities which have lured the audience to the theatres.

Be it ‘Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na’ or the non-starry ‘Peepli Live’ or the hearty ‘Taare Zameen Par’, there has been no dearth on his part. And no complaints! Viewers have relished what he has offered.

In fact, recently, Hindustan Kanojia Association objected to his naming his upcoming film ‘Dhobi Ghat’. But Aamir instead of bowing down to their stupid demands went ahead and won a court case. The court found nothing objectionable or insulting in the name ‘Dhobi Ghat’.

Unfortunately, Shahrukh had to scissor out the word ‘Barber’ from his film ‘Billu Barber’ which later released under the stripped name of mere ‘Billu.’ Perhaps, SRK needs to take a leaf or two out of Aamir’s books when it comes to stringent movie production.

SRK's diplomatic response with smile about asking 'Tees Maar Khan'

SRK's diplomatic response with smile about asking 'Tees Maar Khan': Amongst all hype, all the great promotional campaigns from the choreographer turned director Farah Khan, her latest film Tees Maar Khan starring Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif released on the 24th of December.

The film was received with great response on day 1 at the box office but saw week fan following afterwards, besides the critics also slammed the movie.

Recently Shahrukh Khan was at a launch of an energy drink at the Grand Hyatt in Mumbai where he was asked about the movie’s response.

He smiled and responded that he was so busy shooting non-stop for Ra. one that he would fall asleep at such questions. The response might be a diplomatic one but the smile on his face was enough to raise a few eye-brows.

In another incident relating to the movie, a place where film’s photos were being printed to be on the covers of Tees Maar Khan was found and the people were caught with charges of piracy against them. The matter was reported to the producers also.

Shahrukh Khan at the Palm in Dubai for New Year’s Eve

Shahrukh Khan at the Palm in Dubai for New Year’s Eve: As December 31 ticks closer, Bollywood stars are making plans for the New Year Eve. Shahrukh Khan won’t be in Mumbai this year.

Unlike last year when SRK celebrated the coming of 2010 in Mumbai, this year the superstar is headed to his swanky home at The Palm in Dubai. He, along with wife Gauri, kids and close friends will ring in 2011 together.

We hear that SRK will be joined by friends like Karan Johar, Hrithik Roshan, Sussanne Khan and possibly Chunkey Pandey and his wife as well. Arjun Rampal, who’s a regular in the SRK camp, might not make it.

SRK and the gang will leave for Dubai on December 30.

Rohit Shetty, SRK to plan for a comic project

Rohit Shetty, SRK to plan for a comic project: Rohit Shetty very well known for his comedy flicks of Golmaal series is a great friend and more than family to superstar Ajay Devgan.

Almost every film of his has Ajay in it be it his first film Zameen, Sunday, Golmaa-1, 2, 3 or All the Best. Reportedly Rohit these days has been approached by Shahrukh Khan who apparently loved his work in Golmaal 3.

He has been offered to direct endorsements ads for Red Chillies and also an offer to be a part of the board of directors. They have also been consistently meeting as Rohit reportedly has expressed a desire to do a comedy flick with him.

The search for a suitable script has not yet ended but they have tentatively zeroed on a `80's comedy flick.

Red Chillies and Rohit are still negotiating on the rights of the `80s comedy flick after the finalization of which they will work on the screenplay. The good news for now is that Ajay is perfectly fine that Rohit is working with another actor and Rohit will nevertheless be soon starting shoot for remake of a Tamil film Singam with Ajay.

Shahrukh Khan's fresh face advice to Vishal's next!

Shahrukh Khan's fresh face advice to Vishal's next!: Chetan Bhagat’s novel ‘2 States’, which is going to make a big screen entry in Bollywood, has now got new hero, new director and may be a fresh heroine too! Initially, when Sajid Nadiadwala was the only producer for the film, Siddharth Anand was supposed to direct the movie with Priyanka Chopra and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles.

Later Saif opted out of the project and Shahrukh Khan entered the scene with the dual role of a lead hero as well as of a co-producer.

Now, the film will be directed by Vishal Bharadwaj of Kaminey fame. When Vishal got the project, he fled to Berlin, where SRK and Priyanka was shooting for Don 2. Both of them were impressed with Vishal’s narration and agreed to be a part of the project.

However, things changed when SRK returned home in Mumbai. He went to meet Vishal and said that Priyanka will not be suitable for the role as the story demands a fresh face. The director also agreed and thus Priyanka was out of the film.

Now, they are in search of a fresh talented face, who can do justice to the role. Well, Priyanka has already done two films with King Khan so she should not mind on this decision. It will be interesting to see who becomes lucky to get an opportunity to share screen space with Shahrukh in 2 States.

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Shahrukh Khan's comments for Javed Jaffrey

Shahrukh Khan's comments for Javed Jaffrey: Shahrukh Khan is all set to make a comeback to the small screen with a reality show called ‘Zor Ka Jhatka’ on Imagine TV. But the Badshah of Bollywood claims he is not the best when it comes to hosting shows. “Javed is a very good friend of mine. I can tell without any hesitation that he is a better host than me.”

Recently Javed was hosting a reality show for Pogo called ‘ Takeshi’s Castle’ which is similar to that of SRK’s ‘ Zor Ka Jhatka’. Praising Javed, Shah Rukh adds, “ Javed is a very talented and intelligent person. I have seen him hosting shows and I really appreciate his way of doing it. He knows when to make fun and when to be serious.

He is very humorous and I like the way he presents the show,” says Shah Rukh. It surely makes a difference when it is SRK saying this.

Is Javed’s listening !!!

Shahrukh Khan to attend Sunburn Event at Goa

Shahrukh Khan to attend Sunburn Event at Goa: Sunburn organizers have kept under veil Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's presence for the three-day annual event at Goa's Candolim beach, scheduled to begin on December 27.

Emerging out of a meeting with the Chief Minister Digambar Kamat, Party organizer Harinder Singh told reporters on Thursday that they have not prepared exclusive guests list as the party is open for all ticket-holders.

"We have not prepared any guest list for the event as anyone can buy a ticket and enter the party venue. I don't know whether Shar Rukh Khan will come for the festival," he said.

Singh expressed oblivious when asked whether they have 'send an invite' to King Khan to participate in the much-hyped electronic music party. "I don't know...people buy VVIP, VVIP tickets and there are some guests from the sponsors," was his pat reply.

The organizers meanwhile had a meeting with the chief minister to inform about the procedural delays to approve their proposal seeking permission to host the festival. The event expects a crowd of more than 40,000 people from across the globe.

While the Bollywood celebs have planned for their holiday season, SRK along with his wife Gauri Khan and children are planning their head way to Goa. Sources revealed that the Khan family is expected to let their hair down at the Sunburn festival with their friends.

Shahrukh Khan goes shirtless again?

Shahrukh Khan goes shirtless again: Salman Khan and Aamir Khan have already flaunted their full-fledged packs and abs in their respective films (Salman in many and Aamir in ‘Ghajini’). Shahrukh Khan had showed a glimpse of what lies beneath that tee in a song from ‘Om Shanti Om’.

At that time it was his buddy Farah Khan who had made him go shirtless for her film. This time, however, she is not in the picture. Yes, reports are fluttering in that SRK may go shirtless in a song in his upcoming film ‘Ra.One’.

The song is a promotional one and is being filmed at Filmistan Studios with Kareena Kapoor and Shahana Goswami playing the gyrating belles. And the buzz is that Bollywood Badshah may go dare-bare yet again.

However, Shahrukh, on his part, has denied going topless but confirms that he is, indeed, building his six bricks again. Since he is sweating it out to build that hulky body, one may assume that he would, indeed, go shirtless otherwise why build the six packs in the first place.

SRK plays a superhero in Ra.One’ and hence, it is very likely that he would be flexing his muscles and flaunting his brawny body yet again 3 years after he showed the world his muscular ribs in ‘Om Shanti Om’. Looks like the girls are going to have an awesome time yet again!

Shahrukh Khan's Zor Ka Jhatka ready to telecast soon!

Shahrukh Khan's Zor Ka Jhatka ready to telecast soon!: Bollywood Baadshah Shahrukh Khan is soon going to be back with a bang on the small screen as the host of the show titled 'Zor Ka Jhatka'. This show is based on the American television reality show ‘Wipeout’. It will have a total of 18 contestants competing for astounding prize money of 1.5 crores. There is also going to be huge prize money of Rs. 50 lakh which is quite an attractive proposition for the 28 contestants who will fight it out in the wild fields of Argentina.

The rugged landscape of Argentina is perfect for all kinds of tough tasks that the contestants have to undergo. Reportedly, an extremely challenging set of games will be laid down for the contestants, like trying to maintain their balance while jumping across huge balls in the water, etc.

With some diverse attractions like tackling the tough obstacles this show will have SRK in his fully charged mode with his comic factor right to the fore. Shahrukh Khan is to bring in a lot of laughter through his constant banter and jokes while the contestants will try to bring in their best to overcome all obstacles with fervor.

The participants in the show include names like Payal Rohtagi, Dimpy Mahajan, Bhaktiyar, Amit Sareen, Claudia Ciesla, Debina Bonerjee, Karisma Tanna, Krushna Patil, Akasdhdeep Saigal, Manas Katyal, Priyadarshini Singh, Narayani Shastri, Rohit Verma, Raja Chaudhury, Simran Kaur Mundi, Vindu Dara Singh, Vrajesh Virjee, Hanif Hilal etc. The entire shooting schedule is set to take place in Argentina. It will be aired on NDTV Imagine.

Shahrukh Khan in WikiLeaks

Shahrukh Khan in WikiLeaks: Like every other politician whose name has been mottled in WikiLeaks, the latest we hear is that superstar Shahrukh and his controversial movie ‘My Name Is Khan’ has also found a mention in the US embassy cable leaked by WikiLeaks.

According to the reports, ‘My Name is Khan’ was grappled in controversy, when the Shiv Sena had warned against the screening of the film, since SRK had voiced his opinion against the Pakistan players absence in the IPL season.

The cable dated Feb 22, 2010 read, “The Shiv Sena had threatened to ban screenings of Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming movie, My Name is Khan, because Shah Rukh Khan publicly lamented the absence of Pakistani cricket players in India's professional cricket league for the coming season.”

Cable mentioned series of events during the release of MNIK
The cable also mentioned about the continued verbal attacks of the Shiv Sena and their violent behavior of burning the film’s posters and threatening the theatre owners for screening the film in Mumbai.

It was also revealed, even after all the violence, the movie was released in theatres with the support of the Mumbai Police security.

SRK excited about his TV show
King Khan, who is all set to make a come back on small screen with ‘Zor Ka Jhatka’ on NDTV Imagine, is quite excited about the show, and revealed that he’s waiting to entertain the audiences in their bedrooms like no one else can.

"I am bedroom ka Badshah. Jo main de sakta hoon koi aur nahi de sakta. People may say I'm being vulgar, but the bedroom is the place where families watch TV together. Well I'm going to entertain you in your bedrooms like no one can," stated SRK to reporters at the launch of the show.

Speaking further about the Indian version of the international show ‘Wipeout’, SRK stated that the show will have loads of fun and he is looking forward to be a funny host-commentator.

With every other Bollywood actor vending his way to the small screen, does it mean they are laying a competing foundation in small screen too?

Shahrukh Khan to give tightest hug to Madhuri!

Shahrukh Khan to give tightest hugs to Madhuri!: Bollywood’s Dhak Dhak girl Madhuri Dixit is not seen often screens after her marriage but she still command huge respect in the film industry. Guess what Shahrukh Khan did when he met her? Believed it or not, he walked up to her, hugged her tight and kissed her hand.

It all happened on the sets of television reality show Jhalak Dikhla Jaa 4 where Madhuri is a judge. Shahrukh, who was shooting for Ra.One in Filmstan, stopped his car on seeing Madhuri’s name on a vanity van. He entered the sets and greeted the actress with a tight hug and a kiss on her hand.

Shahrukh said that he would love to act with the veteran actress again and that he would be very pleased if she at least makes a guest appearance in one of his forthcoming films. He added that they had a good time on the sets talking about their children.

Well, it would be a treat for film lovers to see them on big screens again!

'Zor Ka Jhatka' TV Show host Shahrukh Khan

'Zor Ka Jhatka' TV Show host Shahrukh Khan: Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan is returning to the Indian television with a show called ‘Zor Ka Jhatka’.

The show, a desi version of the globally popular hilarious game show 'WipeOut', will begin early next year on Imagine TV. It will have SRK taking 28 TV stars into the world's biggest obstacle course in Argentina to battle it out.

In this extremely competitive environment, SRK will challenge these contestants of all ages and varying fitness levels to a series of hilarious tasks and obstacles like jumping over moving obstacles, bouncing off big balls and dodging swinging pendulums hurled their way.

At stake would be a prize money worth Rs 1.5 crores, including a mega cash prize of Rs 50 lakhs for the winner of the finale.

And while the contestants sweat it out, the 45-year-old actor, known for his comic timing, sharp wit and clever dialogues, will provide his brand of extremely funny, witty and at times even a little nasty commentary on the proceedings.

"It promises to be a thrilling ride with lots of thrills and spills and I'm looking forward to being a super funny host-commentator. In fact my children and I have watched the international version often and really loved it," Khan said in a statement issued in Mumbai today.

Shahrukh Khan in Vishal Bhardwaj's romantic project

Shahrukh Khan in Vishal Bhardwaj's romantic project Chetan Bhagat’s another celebrated book is going to be made into a film. His recent novel Two States will be adapted for a romantic film to be directed by Vishal Bhardwaj with Shahrukh Khan in the main lead.

Yes, you are reading it right. SRK and Vishal together for the first time and guess who is producing it, SRK’s friend-turned-foe Salman Khan’s good buddy Sajid Nadiadwala. SRK has not been seen in a romantic film after Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi and his female fans across the world were waiting for news like this.

To adapt Two States was always in the pipeline for Sajid Nadiadwala; earlier it was planned that the movie will have Priyanka Chopra and Saif Ali Khan and will be directed by Siddharth Anand. May be the producer was in two minds as Siddharth’s last release Anjaana Anjaani was a dud at the box office.

For those who haven’t read the novel: it is about a boy and a girl studying in an elite MBA college. The guy is from Punjab and falls in love with the girl who belongs to Tamil Nadu. Naturally, the two have problems getting married as they belong to two extreme different cultures. It’s Chetan’s own love story; his wife Anushka is a South Indian.

Sajid has bought the rights for its adaptation. SRK has heard the script and he has ‘loved’ it. Who will be cast opposite SRK? There will be a new girl.