Sanjay Dutt likely to release from jail soon

Home Minister has asked the Maharashtra Govt to provide an opinion in case of reduction of span of sentence of Sanjay Duttand two other convicts associated with 1993 serial bomb blasts case. The reduction of sentence is asked on the basis of humanitarian grounds which in turn are based on the good conduct of the convicts. One of the three convicts is a 70 years old woman.

The plea application was petitioned by Press Council of India chief Justice (retd) Markandey Katju. The petition was forwarded to the President of India, Pranab Mukherjee. It pleased for the relief of the three convicts including actor Sanjay Dutt.

After this the President forwarded the application to the Home Minister who sought opinion of Maharashtra Government for reduction of sentence of the three convicts.

We have asked the state government to provide its opinion, the jailor's comment on the actor's conduct and a few others issues.” sources said.

Sanjay Dutt is currently at his home on a furlough. He is otherwise serving his punishment term at Yerwada jail in Pune in connection with 1993 serial Mumbai blasts case.

Furlough is granted to prisoners on the basis of a number of factors. Good conduct is one of the crucial factors for granting furlough. Furlough is sanctioned to a prisoner from the accumulated leaves of the prisoner.

Sanjay Dutt was granted with a punishment term of 60 months of imprisonment. He had already served 18 months earlier. So this time, he is serving remaining 42 months of his imprisonment. Dutt was guilty of possessing arms at his residence like AF 56, part of which weapons consignment were used in the bombings of 1993 Mumbai blasts.

First Sanjay was sent to Mumbai’s Arthur jail but later on May 22nd, he was shifted to Yerwada jail in Pune. In March 21st verdict, Sanjay Dutt’s jail term was reduced to five years from six years.

On May 10th Sanjay Dutt has filed a petition for review of his punishment and judgment. His application plea was rejected.

After the opinion of the state Govt, the matter will be again put to the President. “After we get the response from the State government, it would be put before the President. Mr. Dutt, who was sent to Mumbai’s Arthur Road Jail and later shifted to Pune’s Yerawada Central Jail, is out on parole for his good conduct.” an official from The Union Ministry of Home Affairs said.by bollywood mantra..

OMG! Women not safe in Bigg Boss house

There seems to be no change in Armaan's violent behaviour and today in 'Bigg Boss Saath 7', his temper goes up a notch higher as he injures Elli Avaram

There have been a lot of instances in the 'Bigg Boss' house that have made Armaan lash out on other housemates. After he picked a fight with Kushal and Andy, housemates had started hating him and have been giving him advice on anger management.


During the weekly luxury budget task, select housemates including Armaan were asked to sit in a box and survive till the end of the task. The ones who are outside were asked to distract and instigate them to give up on the task. When the housemates were trying to distract Armaan by banging his box with their hands, Armaan lost his temper and accidently punched Elli on her forehead.


Everybody got hassled by this and started blaming Armaan for it. Armaan couldn't take this allegation and emerged out of the box breaking it. He started abusing everybody around him and told them that he did not do it deliberately.

When Kamya barged in, he didn't even spare her and was seen hurling abuses at her.


Further, he started fighting with Kushal and Asif while Apoorva tried to calm him down but all in vain. Looking at Armaan's violent attitude, everybody decided to boycott him.
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

Parineeti celebrates 25th b'day on sets

Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra turned 25 years of age on Tuesday.

The actress, who has won hearts with her performances in just three films, said she will be celebrating her birthday on the sets of the film 'Dawaat-e-Ishq', which is directed by Habib Faizal.

"Tomorrow! Celebrating my 25th b'day on the sets of Daawat-e-Ishq :) bullied Habib (Faizal) sir into bringing desserts for me :p," Parineeti posted on micro-blogging site Twitter on Monday.

She has been cast opposite actor Aditya Roy Kapoor in the film.

Parineeti, who initially wanted to become an investment banker, made her debut in the film 'Ladies vs Ricky Bahl', where she was cast along with actors Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma.

With her very first film, she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut and was also nominated for the category of Best Supporting Actress.

She next starred in 'Ishaqzaade' opposite newcomer Arjun Kapoor and the film became a hit.

Parineeti was recently seen in Yash Raj Film's 'Shuddh Desi Romance'.

Besides 'Daawat-e-Ishq', her other upcoming projects include 'Hasee Toh Phasee' opposite Sidharth Malhotra and 'Kill Dil' with Ranveer Singh and Ali Zafar.by santa banta news network..

No Karva Chauth for Kareena: I don't have to starve to prove my love for Saif.

Kareena Kapoor, who got married to Saif Ali Khan last year, says she doesn't have to starve on Karwa Chauth, which is Tuesday, to prove her love for her husband.

"While all women will be starving, I will be eating. I don't have to starve to prove my love," Kareena told reporters at the launch of Malabar gold and diamond online shopping store.


She suggested: "Have sweets, have everything. Why to starve?"

On Karwa Chauth women keep a fast for the well being of their husbands.

When asked if she does not believe in it, she said: "I can't live without food. I am a Kapoor."
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

Meera Chopra vows: Don't worry Chopra Sisters, I won't let my family name down

Her cousins Priyanka and Parineeti are really doing well in the Hindi filmdom, and Meera Chopra, ready to enter Bollywood, vows not to let her family name down.

Meera is debuting with "Gang of Ghosts", a remake of Bengali film. Directed by Satish Kaushik, it also features Sharman Joshi and Mahi Gill.

"I will make Chopra surname more strong. I will not let down my surname down," Meera told reporters after shooting for a dance number for "Gang Of Ghosts".


When asked if she took any tips from her cousin Priyanka, Meera said: "I spoke to Priyanka. I don't think there was any need for tips as I've already worked down South. They all think that I will do a good job and the rest I will leave to the audiance."

However, the actress admits being under pressure.

She said: "Yes, the pressure is there. People keep asking me the same question. Both my sisters (Priyanka and Parineeti) have proved themselves, so there is a lot of expectation, but I am confident."

 Priyanka joined filmdom 10 years ago and she has secured a place for herself among the reigning queens of Bollywood after hits like "Mujhse Shaadi Karogi", "Dostana", "Kaminey" and "Barfi", while three films old Parineeti is known for her acting skills in "Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl" and "Ishaqzaade".by santabant news network.

Is Shahid Kapoor paying the price?

Sources say the debacle of 'Mausam' cost Shahid Kapoor an upcoming film

Looks like the debacle of his dud film Mausam is still dogging Shahid Kapoor. Insiders say Sasha's dad, Pankaj Kapur had been trying to acquire the remake rights of the South film, Arya 2, soon after the release of his son's Sonam Kapoor co-starrer. However, buzz is that given the dismal performance of Mausam at the box office, the Kapurs were forced to let go of the deal.

If rumours are to be believed, the same remake may now star Girish Kumar in the lead, with insiders saying that daddy Kumar Taurani has bid for the project and is rather keen on helming the film.

While Arya 2 managed to create waves in the South film industry, the film's track Ringa Ringa made its way to the music charts, as well as in Salman Khan's Ready as Dhinka Chika.


Says an insider, `The director of Arya 2, Sukumar was interested to remake the film with Shahid. Talks were held twice with two different production houses. However, soon after Mausam tanked, the deal fell apart.`

Earlier this year, the Tauranis initiated talks to acquire the rights and the deal will be finalised soon. Sukumar is currently busy with his next film, starring Mahesh Babu.

While Pankaj Kapur rubbished the buzz, Kumar Taurani said, `Nothing has been finalised.` The Tauranis already hold the remake rights of Arya 1.

Shahid's spokesperson denies knowledge of the actor ever expressing interest in the project. `In fact, everyone was surprised as there has been no discussion on this project as far as we know,` she adds.
Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

My 'Ram Leela' item song is modern mujra: Priyanka

Actress Priyanka Chopra, who has done an item song in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Ram Leela', describes it as a modern mujra which has Indian vibes with a western touch.

"The song is very different and special because I am a huge fan of Mr. Bhansali. It's a modern mujra which you all have not seen for a long time. It's a mujra, but modern. It's got Indian music and vibes, but still western and contemporary.

`It has got a different look, different form of dancing and I didn't have time to rehearse. I used to rehearse at night," Priyanka told reporters here.

Aishwarya Rai was reportedly approached for the item song before Priyanka.

`Ram Leela` features Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone in the lead.