Rani Mukerji goes gaga over Hrithik Roshan

Rani Mukerji who has worked with Hrithik Roshan half a decade ago, seems to have re-discovered him after she saw his latest release.

Says a source, "She recently watched the film and after that she has been gushing about his performance and his dancing to everyone else. Apart from messaging the actor, Rani called up all her friends including Karan Johar and gushed about how talented he was.

" High praise indeed from someone who herself is considered a super performer. Does this mean, we will see Rani and Duggu in a film together soon? well Adi and Karan can make it happen, no?

Anushka Sharma, Ranvir Singh breakup

It seems all is not well between the Band Baaja Baraat leads Anuskha Sharma and Ranvir Singh.

Recently at the IIFA Awards 2011 the two were seen showing cold shoulders to each other. This is mainly because success and jealously has come in the middle of the "love birds".

Ranvir who did an act with Sonakshi Sinha at the function was definitely not taken well by the ayivayi ayivayi girl. In fact, Anuskha even fired Ranvir for being so sweet to the Dabang lead. Their fight was an open affair for the guests at the IIFA. Once the fight was out of their rooms the two refused to talk to each other and forget about exchanging any pleasantries.

More over it seems that Anuskha's signing movies with big stars of the B-industry like Shahrukh, Ajay and big banners have given her another reason to move away from the relationship.

Seems like it's that time of the year again for splits and break-ups, guess who's gonna break the news first!

Ali Zafar attends Atif Aslam' s 'Bol' premiere in Lahore

Pakistan singer turned actor Ali Zafar made a special appearance at Atif Aslam's 'Bol' movie premiere in Lahore recently. Ali Zafar took out some time from his busy shooting schedule in India and visited Lahore to specially attend his close friend Atif Aslam's Bol movie screening.

Atif Aslam who is Lahore based decided to host a special screening of the movie for his close friends. Ask Ali Zafar about his experinece of being present at the Bol movie screening and he says, "I received an invitation from my dear friend Atif to attend the screening of his movie' Bol'.

 I Have known Atif for very long and just couldnt refuse his invitation. In fact I made an impromptu announcement and gave a brief introduction of the movie before the screening happened. I loved the script and screenplay of the movie. I think Atif really did a very job in the movie. The concept of the movie was very different as it spoke more about the various issues in our society, religious taboo and so on which have spoken about boldly."

Back home in Mumbia, Ali enjoyed watching the screening of Delhi Belly. He adds, "Its a fabulous movie and one shouldn't miss watching it." Ask about his next Bollywood project and he shares, " I have just signed another movie, the shoot should begin soon. Can't reveal any details now,

but the project is mega budget movie." His third music album Jhoom which has been well received by both the Pakistan and Indian audience too. That's not all, he is soon to release the video of ''Jee Dhoondta Hai" a song featuring Mirza Ghalib's poetry from his latest hit album Jhoom.

Amitabh Bachchan, Sridevi share their lunch

They both won accolades for their last film together. And now, 18 years later, the actors, Sridevi and Amitabh Bachchan, who were seen on screen in the 1993 superhit Khuda Gawah, will share screen space in Balki's wife Gauri Shinde's debut venture English Vinglish.

In fact, on Monday, the two actors spent some time together on the sets after almost two decades and even shared their meal.

Balki, the director of Big B starrer Cheeni Kum and Paa, informed Mumbai Mirror, "It's actually a two-day cameo for Mr Bachchan, and not an after-thought. Gauri had written the cameo with Mr Bachchan in mind. We were to shoot last week. But then the blasts happened. So now we have shot on Monday and will have to find another day for this dream team to come together."

Amitabh Bachchan and Sridevi had worked in films like Inquilaab and Akhree Rasta before they paired up for Khuda Gawah, which at the time was rumoured to be Bachchan's last venture. While, the film did extremely well, fetching Filmfare nominations for both the lead actors, Big B surely did not move away from the silver screen after that.

While the Big B continued his stint in Bollywood, Sridevi moved on to marriage and motherhood. And now, when the lady is ready to make her comeback to the silver screen, the Big B is more than happy to be a part of it.

Apparently Mr Bachchan said yes to the cameo without hesitation. It is the role of a fellow-passenger that Sridevi meets on a flight. "It's actually a very funny mid-air cameo. And only Mr Bachchan could do it. My wife and I are grateful he agreed," said Balki.

While the Big B was happy to be a part of Sridevi's comeback venture, his Khuda Gawah lady did her part to keep the actor happy on the sets of the film. She got home-cooked food for the entire cast and crew.

Dancing all the way

Sridevi plays the role of a housewife in the film, who in order to please her husband and family, enrolls for an English speaking course. Speech however, is not proving to be the only challenging part of the film. The actress had to shoot for a rather difficult dance step at the YRF Studios, which made even Sri, a trained dancer herself nervous. And that was exactly when she called up choreographer Ganesh Hegde to help through the scene.

A source revealed, "It was not a song. It was a scene where Sridevi had to demonstrate a few dance steps to her kids. Being a perfectionist, she wanted the steps to be just right. That's when she thought about calling Ganesh since she knew him well. Thankfully, Ganesh was also around and he immediately came to YRF and helped Sridevi finish the scene."

When contacted Ganesh Hegde confirmed the news and said, "Yes, Srideviji called me and she wanted some break dance steps. She had to do Michael Jackson's famous moonwalk. I have known Srideviji and Boneyji for a long time now. I am glad she called me when she needed help."

Speaking about the dance steps, Hegde added, "Srideviji did some break dance in the song Na Jaane Kahaan Se Aayi Hai from Chaalbaaz. So she knew the stuff. I just helped her a little bit."

Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgn gang up

Ladies have gone gaga over them and men have always wanted to be like them. And now, audiences will get the ultimate experience of watching an action-packed film starring all three of the industry's most macho men - Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn and Sanjay Dutt.

Apparently, the three actors, who are thick-as-thieves, have been meeting a lot lately. At one of their get-togethers, a couple of days ago, in Bandra, the idea to collaborate on a film dawned upon them.

A source explained, "Ajay and Sanjay are very close friends. In fact, Sanjay went out of his way to make himself available for Devgn's film All The Best. Ajay then returned the favour by giving bulk dates to Dutt for his first production Rascals. Salman has always thought of Dutt as a hero and has always respected him.

Ajay and Salman have also shared a good rapport for a long time. Of late, they have been regularly in touch. Salman, via Twitter, has been posting appreciative comments on Ajay's physique in his upcoming release, Singham. Khan has even posted pictures of the film. Ajay Devgn has reciprocated by praising and recommending Salman's Chillar Party to friends and family.

Ajay is also keen to organise a trial show of Singham for Salman and his family. Earlier this year, both Ajay and Sanjay Dutt went ahead and did a cameo for Salman in his film Ready. Last week, after Ajay completed his photo shoot in Bandra, he called up Salman, who invited him over to the sets of Bodyguard." Perhaps to discuss the possibility of a film together.

When asked why they decided to make an action film, the source said, "Apparently someone told Ajay and Salman that since they are both known for their action skills, their collaboration in this genre would be apt. Since, both of them have worked with South action director S Vijayan in various films, including Salman's Bodyguard, they were discussing action stunts that they could attempt for the film."

The source also revealed that Ajay and Salman had decided to not only act in the film, but also produce it. When they approached Dutt with the idea to work together, he didn't waste anytime to get on-board. In a bid to truly bond, all the three actors have decided to produce the film.

Considering that Sanjay, Ajay and Salman are all currently working on action films, their decision to work together in this genre is based on more than just male bonding. Sanjay is currently shooting for director Anand Kumar's Zilla Ghaziabad, which documents the hardships faced by farmers, suicides and the underworld.

Dutt essays the real-life character Thakur Pritam Singh, a zamindar from Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh who becomes a cop. Ajay has just recently wrapped up work on Rohit Shetty's action flick, Singham, in which his character Inspector Bajirao Singham uses his own means to fight injustice and prejudice. Salman too is busy flexing his bronze for Atul Agnihotri's Bodyguard.

When contacted, the actors chose not to reply. However, Ajay Devgn's spokesperson, refrained from divulging any details and simply said, "No comments."

Murder 3 before Raaz

The unexpected positive response to Murder 2, have made producers speed up the process for Murder 3, with Raaz 3 taking a backseat.

Although Raaz 3 was to go on floors first, the Bhatts decided to shelf the project.

They have instead turned their focus to the Murder franchise and have asked director Mohit Suri to immediately start working on Murder 3.

Producer Mukesh Bhatt confirmed, "Yes we're already looking at Murder 3. We hope to release it by summer 2012."

The pre-production work for the film has already started. The producers have asked Murder 2 writer Shagufta Rafique to start working on the script.

Bollywood's gun-toting scoundrels

At the launch of Anil Sharma's 1991 film Farishtay on August 29, 1987 at the Cantaur in Juhu, lead actors Dharmendra, Vinod Khanna and Rajinikanth get into the cowboy spirit complete with guns and belts and rugged hats.

While Dharam and Vinod who play thieves in the film sport vests and cowboy hats, Rajini, who plays a cop, sticks to the inspector cap and the khaki uniform in this picture taken by lensman Jagdish Aurangabadkar.

While Dharmendra and Vinod Khanna, stick to smiling, Rajinikanth goes a step forward to get into the skin of his character in the film Police Inspector Arjun Ramojirao Shivajirao Gaikwad Jadish Mulk Tange. Yes, that is just one name. Of one person.

After all, it's for Rajinikanth. The megastar (as many would like to call the actor) who went on to become the heartthrob of millions across the globe and acquired a demigod status played a cop with a mile-long name in this film that released in the early nineties.

Rajini does the cop salute in his flamboyant style and dons the khaki garb. He even wears a pistol as a pendant around his neck. Mind It!

The papier-mâché rocks and Rajini's semi-closed eyes are priceless. And so is Vinod Khanna's suspenders-over-a-vest look.

A look that we perhaps will never ever get to see Khanna in. And as Rajini returns to India this week, having recovered from his ailment in Singapore, we bring this picture as a memory of the man who rules a million hearts even today.