I rejected 'Krrish 3' because I was very hurt: Kangna Ranaut

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Kangna Ranaut comes clean about her fights and her ambitions of turning a director

Kangna Ranaut likes variety, may it be in the salad she munches on or the cup she drinks her tea in. Waiting for the release of two largely diverse movies, the actress speaks to HitList about various things. Excerpts of the interview.

You make headlines for your style choices...
I don't do it for people to judge me. I am a very stylish person. I like dressing well. I like eating fancy food and my house too is a testimony of that. If I think that my salad is not very fancy, I will go out and get it myself. I will buy my own salad and dressing. I can't drink tea in the same cup everyday either. I like to have variety and style in every thing I do.


You've been often accused of throwing tantrums on the sets...
Yes I know, but I am okay with it. I am quite a moody person, so many people think that I throw tantrums. I like doing things, which are out of the box. I wish I could do something different all the time. I like being a diva and trying new things. I know such rumours come with being a star. Some of those stories are too cute.

Are you happy being single at the moment? 
Why do people want me to get married? No, I am in a very happy space. I am not looking forward to getting into a relationship at the moment. I enjoy being a single woman and I don't think I want to get married, at least for now.


How is your debut direction coming along? 
Yes, I am looking to start the venture next year. I have written a script with an Australian writer but the casting is taking a lot of time. Hopefully it should be done soon. As actresses, we are very busy. But sometimes, we also pretend to look busy. But we do get time to pursue our hobbies.

Do you feel you have got your due as an actress? 
Earlier I used to feel so. But after I got the kind of roles I am doing in 'Krrish 3', 'Rajjo' or 'Queen', my opinion has changed and I have evolved as a person. I feel my acting graph is going up and I am in a very happy space.


But you had initially rejected 'Krrish 3'. 
I had a bad experience when 'Kites' released and I was very hurt by what had happened. Anurag Basu was a close friend and at that time I did not even talk to Hrithik or Rakeshji about it.

I felt that if Anurag had chopped my role, he should have told me, so that I could have mentally prepared myself for it. Before reading the script of 'Krrish 3', I rejected the film, considering my past experience. But even then, the Roshans were good to me. I started regretting my decision. But Rakeshji approached me for the film again and this time I said yes right away.


Was it tough playing a mutant?
I had to understand the role right and then had to prep for it. And of course, the make-up, the look, the costumes and the hair... It was a huge task to maintain the look and also to get into those costumes.
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

Rude Shock: 'Dhoom 3' makers insulting Aamir?

Actor Aamir Khan does things to perfection. He is known to be a Perfectionist. But in Dhoom 3 his advice is being ignored (he plays a villain in the film) and the actor has apparently been kept away from giving his own inputs.

Aamir is used to give his views and decisions in movies but things are a bit too different for YRF's Dhoom 3.

According to a reports, the makers of the film are keeping Aamir miles away to close the post production work quickly. They have kept him far -far away from the rough cut of the film!

Doesn't it seem insulting for Aamir?


From his early days starting from Lagaan till now, the star has always been privy to the rough cuts of his movies. From Ashutosh Gowarikar to Reema Kagti, Aamir has provided his inputs to all and every director has incorporated his wishes in the final cut as well.

Further reports say the movie is slated for release this Christmas, the banner probably intends to start promotions with a bang post the release of Krrish 3. Given that the release isn't too far, the producers fear a delay in promotions if the icon demands changes!by santa banta news network.

Shraddha wants to move on from romance

Actress Shraddha Kapoor, recently seen in successful love saga "Aashiqui 2", says she wants to go beyond the genre of romance on screen, and try her luck at different roles, especially a grey character.

"The fact that people liked 'Aashiqui 2' and my character (Aarohi) in it, they now want to see me in a lot more romantic films. I would like to do romantic films, but honestly I would like to do beyond that as well," Shraddha told reporters here at an event.

"I would like to do other genres also and it will be interesting," she added.

Shraddha, daughter of actor Shakti Kapoor, made her Bollywood debut with "Teen Patti" in 2010. But she earned popularity only with "Aashiqui 2".

Asked about the kind of roles she wants to play, Shraddha said: "If I will get the opportunity to be a part of a very interesting character that has grey or white shades, then why not? I would love to play it." Meanwhile, the actress will soon be seen in Mohit Suri's next "The Villain". Besides, she has also teamed up with director Rohit Shetty for his next project, which is expected to go on floors soon.by santa banta news network.

Ouch! Big B down with stomach infection

Tuesday, October 15, 2013 13:54 IST

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who recently turned 71, is suffering from fever and stomach infection. He said there is nothing to worry, but needs rest to continue shooting for "Kaun Banega Crorepati` (KBC).

`I am incapacitated. Down with fever and a stomach infection. I am afraid this is all that I can do today. I need to rest to burn it all out and recover sufficiently to be at 'KBC' tomorrow,` Bachchan posted on his blog srbachchan.tumblr.com late Monday night.

`Nothing to worry as such...but...Pardon this brief communication. I still remain in love and with all,` he added.

He has hosted "Kaun Banega Crorepati" five times and is currently seen hosting the seventh edition of the reality game show that airs on Sony Entertainment Channel.

Big B also tweeted about his health Tuesday.

"At work! KBC...still struggling with ailment... nothing easily achieved in life...'jab tak jeevan hai tab tak sunghursh hai' (The struggle continues as long as you live)!"

The show is the Indian adaptation of the internationally popular format of "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire".
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

I have no time for Men, Catfights and 4 AM Freinds: Nargis Fakhri

Monday, October 14, 2013 11:19 IST

Nargis Fakhri's link-ups have made news quite often. However, the lady says that she's focused on her work, and has no time for love. She says, "I want to invest all my time into acting and improving myself."

After playing a journalist in Shoojit Sircar's film, Nargis is busy shooting for her next project, which will release in spring 2014. In an interview with CS, Nargis shares the heart ache of being an actress, having friends in the industry and finding her right man.

The bane of stardom
Fame -- intrusion on your privacy is the biggest con of being an actor. I think some things should be left alone but it seems that once you are a so-called public figure, your life is constantly under a microscope. People want to scrutinise, analyse and just want to know everything about you. I used to get upset initially, then I started laughing it off. Nowadays, I find it amusing and at times. It's definitely very annoying.


Bonding with buddies 
I think it's tough to maintain friendships in the industry because of the lack of time. We, actors don't have the time to invest into a friendship. Whatever little time one has, he would like to stay at home and sleep. That's what I would do.

I don't feel insecure or threatened by other actresses, so I welcome a friendship. Being an outsider, I find the idea of catfights and camps to be a strange one. I come on the sets, do my work, and leave.

So far, the people I have worked with have been quite nice to me, and I hope it continues that way. I don't understand this concept of 4am friends.


Alpha's rules
I always hear that Bollywood is a male-dominated industry. However, women are slowly making their mark, and wowing everyone with their talent. I think it's changing and the industry is entering into it's best phase right now. People are taking more risks now.

No time for love 
Honestly, I think I owe my free time to my family first, and then to my friends all of whom live overseas. So, there's no time for a relationship. Moreover, I want to invest all my time into my work and learning the craft in order to get better.

I know that I have a shelf time and want to make the best of it. Relationships like people come and go but your career is important to your freedom. I'm an independent woman and working is what makes me happy right now.


Finding Mr.Right 
The idea of a perfect man doesn't excite me. As long as I can find someone that fits in or at least someone whose imperfections do not annoy the hell out of me, it would be great. He should be cultured, intelligent with a great sense of humour. My man should be a travel freak and emotionally present for me, whenever I need him.
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

What!!! Deepika almost got pelted with eggs and tomatoes

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Deepika Padukone narrowly escapes group protesting against her film 'Ram Leela' at a garba event in Ahmedabad

When Deepika Padukone got ready to attend the ongoing garba festivities in Ahmedabad, little did she imagine what was in store for her. Eggs and tomatoes! A group of protesters had gathered on the garba grounds to agitate against her upcoming film, Ram Leela for some allegedly controversial content.

Onlookers say that the group had almost readied themselves to pelt Dippy with the eggs and tomatoes when they were informed that the makers had agreed to take the content off the film.


Says a source, `Members of the Jadeja and the Rabari community were set to attack the actress as well as the organisers at the venue. The situation got tense but finally they backed down after they were told that the apparently offensive portions from the film had been re-dubbed.`

According to an insider from the production, director Sanjay Leela Bhansali had already communicated the decision to edit out the portions to the senior members of the community but word had not percolated to the agitators at the grounds.`

After the matter was sorted, the protestors left the ground and Deepika continued with the evening's affair. The official spokesperson of the film says, `Ram Leela is a well-made film which does not antagonise, offend or disrespect any community, whatsoever.`by santa banta news team.

Identity Crises: Excuse me! I am Shilpa not Vidya

Tuesday, October 15, 2013 14:01 IST

Shilpa Shetty was recently in Pune for the opening of a jewellery showroom. Though Vidya Balan is the brand ambassador, she could not make it due to her other commitments

Consequently, Shilpa was invited for the inauguration. But the sultry actress looked visibly awkward when the brand owner referred to her as Vidya Balan, not just once but twice in his speech.


When asked about it, Shilpa sportingly said, `Vidya and I are friends so I don't mind this mistake.` She also stated that Vids should go out of the country for work often so that she could get to replace her often. Wonder what Vidya has to say about this identity crisis.
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com