Scribbled by: Sam – The Gossip Junkie   On: 12th Aug, 2010

INDIA, INTERESTING, PEEPLI LIVE, HUMOUR

Peepli live is a humour attack on human folly. And the attack is not disturbing until the end arrives. Based on an actually difficult theme, the satire is a pungent take on the ground realities of vote-hungry politicians, TRP-hungry news channels, money-hungry villagers, and fumbling civil servants who unfairly take advantage of a poverty-ridden farmer’s confused decision.  The decision is to committing suicide to earn money. Made by our hero Natha, a typical pot-smoking farmer who hail...

Scribbled by: Nadia - The Style Maharani   On: 2nd Jul, 2010

INTERNATIONAL, STAR WORLD, TELEVISION

Star World is zipping ahead, leaving a perfect trail of dust behind for others to eat. The channel has always been popular for engaging sitcoms, riveting crime shows, captivating dramas and live shows. This time, it has gone for a major overhaul by introducing refreshing new shows, listening to fan feedback (kind of) and giving viewers what they want. Read on below to find out what the whole hullabaloo is about! Glee - Season 1 Glee makes a touchdown in India! Glee follows an optimis...

Scribbled by: Robin - The Wanderer   On: 28th Jun, 2010

CINEMA, FACTS, FIFA WORLD CUP 2010

The current Football mania continues to rule the idiot box and our dining table discussions. As every match of 2010 FIFA World Cup is becoming more unpredictable and thrilling, many of us would love to recall Hindi films where football game had been the backdrop or films that were canned in South Africa, the 2010 FIFA World Cup venue. Let’s have a quick glance at some of these Hindi films with football connection. Hip Hip Hurray Prakash Jha whose Raajneeti is breaking box office re...

Scribbled by: Betty - The Gossip Junkie   On: 11th Jun, 2010

CINEMA, INTERNATIONAL, BEST

It’s hot! It’s sweaty! Yes, the weather sucks. What you can do is distract yourself. Now there are plenty of distractions around but allow me to smother you with my favorite distraction – checking out upcoming movies! The movie assumptions, the creative plots, the actors, the power! Check out some of the movies I’m eagerly waiting for! P.s. I don’t know if all these movies will release in India, but most of them will. Some may release by year end. Be sure to catch these! 1. The ...

Scribbled by: Betty - The Gossip Junkie   On: 1st Jun, 2010

ENTERTAINMENT, NEW DELHI, MULTIPLEXES

With the rise of multiplexes, entertainment in India has reached the zenith. Now luxury and entertainment go hand in hand. Multiplexes have given new dimension to the art of viewing movies. The capital city is popular for its luxurious, sophisticated, state of the art technology, heavenly ambiance, digitally sound multiplexes. Multiplexes have given people an opportunity to combine business and pleasure. The city is blessed with plethora of multiplexes that are worth exploring. PVR Cine...

Scribbled by: Sam – The Gossip Junkie   On: 27th May, 2010

HOLLYWOOD, BOLLYWOOD, HISSSS, MALLIKA SHERAWAT

Bollywood bombshell Mallika Sherawat is fast crawling up to create a new level of excitement with her upcoming snake horror flick Hissss. In her new avatar, she is a revengeful reptile- a snake lady, who heads out of the jungles with a sure mission in mind and some killer venom in her fangs. The limbless Mallika now loves hissing rather than talking and she keeps swallowing rather than just kissing. Sounds different? The thrill has just started. Continue reading more. The Story The ...

Scribbled by: Betty - The Gossip Junkie   On: 21st May, 2010

CINEMA, INTERNATIONAL, BEST, CHICK FLICK

Chick flicks make the world more colorful! Yes we all know the pattern of the story, the picturesque backdrop, the hot leads, the love, the dreadful twist, the misunderstanding (ladies grab tissues to wipe their eyes for about the third time now) and ah the perfect make up. Still, we look forward to them without paying heed to accusations like ‘chick flicks are just old stories wrapped in new colorful paper.’ Guys will never admit it but sometimes, just sometimes they have been caught b...

Scribbled by: Sam – The Gossip Junkie   On: 17th Mar, 2010

BOLLYWOOD, BEST, FILM PREDICTIONS, NEWSMAKERS

Khan said he is not a terrorist and the whole world respectfully believed him. Karthik unknowingly started calling himself and the audiences understood that the subconscious mind is a dangerous thing. Also, films like Ishqiya romanticized our imagination with “Dil to bachcha hai ji” composition. With all such good and great flicks, the year 2010 is already on its way in making Bollywood eventful. The upcoming films are expected to create even more hall chals. If speculations successfully me...

Scribbled by: Sam – The Gossip Junkie   On: 12th Mar, 2010

BOLLYWOOD, FACTS, HUNKS

“Show your six (even eight!) pack abs and stay assured of thousands of more fans”- modern day Bollywood honchos understand this point very well and are working on it seriously.  Very seriously!!   Early day Bollywood heroes had to be good actors first. Their hairy look, unwaxed chest hair, fatty tummy and careful dressing sense only increased the huge popularity they received in the olden Bollywood. But today, good heroes should be more than just good actors-an appealing voice,...

Scribbled by: Sam – The Gossip Junkie   On: 26th Feb, 2010

BOLLYWOOD, FACTS, FUN, HOLI

Real life events inspire Bollywood and traditional festivals double boost its spirit. Take Holi as a true case.  This fun festival has always been a great reason for which Bollywood becomes extra romantic and emotionally exhilarated ever since a long time. There are bhang filled, flirt filled and love filled Holi songs, all pleasing to ears and eyes. Read on as we mention some highly stimulating Holi hits which have the elements of groovy music and stunning dance performance.  ...