The Interview Goddess Sonam Kapoor on Bewakoofiyaan While Striking at London!

 Sonam Kapoor took out time from her busy London schedule recently when she was here to meet Bollywood reporter Sunny Malik to talk about her first YRF film, Bewakoofiyaan.

Bewakoofiyaan is a fresh rom-com directed by Nupur Asthana starring Rishi Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor and Ayushman Khuranna.

The film is about a young middle-class corporate couple that’s ambitious and likes the good life too.The leading characters, Mayera and Mohit, are passionately in love but trouble begins when Mohit loses his job and Mayera’s wilful bureaucratic father, played by Rishi Kapoor, enters the story as he believes that only a rich guy can bring happiness into his daughter’s life.

The film is written by Habib Faisal and is produced by Aditya Chopra.

Watch the trailer here:
London Fashion Week is going on. Will we see you attend any shows?
No, I can’t attend any LFW shows this time. I am in London for some work and unfortunately don’t have the time.

You had a good 2013 with successful films like Raanjhaana and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. Are you selecting your films more carefully now because expectations are high?
I am trying to choose films that push me as an actor. I am trying to do new and different things. I get bored really easily and I don’t want that to happen.

What do you want; box office success or awards?
I am greedy, I want both.

Your new film Bewakoofiyaan is your first YRF production. How did it come about?
Well, I have been in talks with Yash Raj for a few other projects but nothing ever materialised. I can’t tell you which other projects. It unfortunately doesn’t work that way (smiles). Nothing worked out but then this film came along and it was quite exciting. I really liked the fact that Habib Faisal (Band Baaja Baarat) had written it, Nupur Asthana was directing it and that I would be acting with Rishi Kapoor. When all these things came together, I just decided that I was going to do this film.

What was the deciding factor for you while listening to the script of Bewakoofiyaan?
I think it was the fact that the story had real problems and real people. I liked that. People like my character exist in cities like Mumbai and Delhi or any Indian metropolitan cities. People in such cities are concerned about their job, their cinemas and having popcorn (laughs).

How well do you think Bewakoofiyaan will do at the overseas box office?
My films have done really well in the UK and I hope that the trend continues with Bewakoofiyaan. But I don’t know. I just hope the audience understands the film because these are problems that you face in metropolitan cities in India. However, I think that most problems are universal and hope UK audiences understand them when they watch the film.

How was it like working with Ayushman Khuranna?

It was amazing working with him because he is very pleasant, hardworking and talented. When you wake up in the morning, you want to be on the film set with someone like him.

Not many expected you to work with Rishi Kapoor after the repercussions of your Koffee with Karan episode.

Yes, but honestly most of it was media created. I have known him all my life. I call his sister ‘Maasi’ (Aunt). We are family friends. I love him and he loves me. We had a great time working together.

Why is it such a huge issue for people that you are wearing a bikini in the film?

It’s the Indian mentality.

A few years ago you said that actors in Bollywood need stylists. Now a lot of your contemporaries use your stylist. Are you happy with how they look now?

I am always happy with what people wear. As long as it doesn’t hurt my eyes, I am good.

Bewakoofiyaan released in the UK cinemas on 14th March 2014.

John Abraham Will Direct Big Budget Films With Newcomers?

Actor-producer John Abraham hopes to go behind the camera one day for a big budget film, starring newcomers.

"I will direct a big budget film with newcomers. I don't know why studios don't make big budget films with newcomers! We need to support them," John told media.

"Why do we only make big budget films with only top five actors, why aren't we getting mature? We all need to come out of that," added the actor, who produced the sleeper hit Vicky Donor, starring debutant Ayushmann Khurrana.

However, John, who is awaiting the release of his next project Madras Cafe, is not sure when he will direct a movie.

Watch: Madras Cafe official Trailer

"But for sure, I want to direct films. Whenever the right time comes, I will get into it."

Why Did Salman Khan Skips ‘Ship of Theseus’ Screening Hosted By Aamir Khan?

Salman Khan – who is one of Aamir Khan’s best firends in Tinsel Town – skipped the special screening of ‘Ship of Theseus’ hosted by Aamir and his wife Kiran Rao.

According to a daily, Aamir revealed that he had invited his ‘Andaz Apna Apna’ co-star, Salman Khan, for the special screening but he could not make it because his flight got delayed.

Salman was to fly in from Hyderabad - where he is currently shooting for ‘Mental’ – for the special screening of debutant director Anand Gandhi`s ‘Ship of Theseus’.

A host of B-Town celebs who attended the screening included rumoured lovebirds Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra, Rajukumar Hirani, Rani Mukerji, Kangana Ranaut, Imran Khan, Ayushmann Khurrana, Ashutosh Gowarikar and many more.

The film – which is being presented by Rao – will hit theaters this Friday. Prior to its release it has garnered a lot of praise by those who have had the privilege to see it. 

After watching the movie Ranbir said “It was a very wonderful film, very powerful. I don`t think any other film has moved me so much as `Ship Of Theseus`. I think Anand has definitely reached the audience.”

Rajkumar Hirani – who is famous for movies like ‘Munna Bhai’ and ‘3 Idiots’ – said “This is a film that kind of shakes you from the soul. The film has been made so realistically that I just don`t have words ... people have to watch the film to see how it can shake you up.”

He added “Now it feels that the kind of cinema that we have been making so far is so inconsequential and small.”

Too bad Salman missed it!

John Abraham Starer "Madras Cafe" First Look Out - See Poster!

Here's the first poster of John Abraham's Madras Cafe, which spells the intense theme of the film. In this Shoojit Sircar's political thriller, Rockstar actress Nargis Fakri will be trying her luck at Bollywood again. Nargis essays the role of a foreign journalist.

The film briefly came under controversy when actress Leena Marie Paul, who was recently booked under multiple cheating cases was associated with the film. However the filmmakers said that the incarcerated actress was "never" a part of Madras Cafe.

The film also stars Vicky Donor fame Ayushmann Khurrana and is set to release on August 30.

Watch: Madras Cafe Official Trailer - HD | John Abraham & Nargis Fakhri

Bollywood Glamour Sizzels At IIFA Awards 2013: Winners and Performance Pics!

This year's hosts Shah Rukh Khan and Shahid Kapoor gave some lessons to newcomers like Parineeti Chopra, Sushant Singh Rajput and Ayushmann Khurrana.

Pritam won the Best Music Director Award for Barfi.

English Vinglish director Gauri Shinde bagged the Best Debut Director Award.

Veteran Actor Anupam Kher was also honoured at the award show. 

Actress Yami Gautam won the Best Debut Award in the female category for Vicky Donor.

For Ayushmann Khurrana it was a dream come true as he bagged the trophy for Best Debut in male category for Vicky Donor. He said: "It feels like I am living in a dream. This is going to be my last debut award. In future, if I don't get any award I will be happy in every situation." 

Shah Rukh Khan shares a fum moment with Parineeti. 

Comedian-anchor Annu Kapoor won the award for Best Supporting Actor (Male) for his role in Vicky Donor. 

Anushka Sharma is happy to bag the award for Best Supporting Actor (Female) for Jab Tak Hai Jaan.
Anushka received the award from Sridevi and Boney Kapoor.

Abhishek Bachchan won the award for the Best Actor in comic role for his rib-tickling act in Bol Bachchan. 

Ex couple Ranbir and Deepika Padukone won the Best Jodi Award. Deepika, on accepting the award, said, "I love Ranbir and am missing him." 

Ranbir, who was widely praised for his performance in 'Barfi!' was named Best Actor for his act of a deaf-mute boy act. As he was not present at the ceremony film's director Anurag Basu accepted the award. 

Anurag Basu's romantic-comedy 'Barfi!', which won many awards throughout the year, bagged the Best Film, Director and Story Awards at the 14th edition of the Bollywood extravaganza leaving behind Agneepath, Vicky Donor and Gangs of Wasseypur.

Beautiful Sonam in Red Lehnga Brasserie

"Vijibl White Colgate's brand ambassador Sonam Kapoor with designer Manish Malhotra. By Manish Colgate colors - red and white summer clothes are designed based on demonstrated in the fashion show.

From the magnificent collection of sarees in the show for ladies loose shirt and pants were performed. Jackets for men kurta-pajama and was also on display. The show show - stopper Sonam Kapoor Anbraidri silver red kilt - is settling well into her bodice.

Speaking about the brand Sonam Kapoor said they have been promoted only those things which are actually meets the test.

Sonam Kapoor said, "Ranjna 'feel good being a part of. Sonam will be seen in the film portrays various ages.

Sonam said in Mumbai during the show to play the role I really enjoyed it.

Sonam said that I will get to the ordinary in the film. I will also appear neither beautiful nor glamorous

Sonam Kapoor will be seen in a film opposite Tamil actor Dhanush.

Ayushmann Khurrana with Wife Tahira Kashyap

ACTOR AYUSHMANN KHURRANA & WIFE TAHIRA KASHYAP LOVE STORY...

How they met..

Both Ayushmann and Tahira know each other for the past 12 years now. "I have actually grown up with Tahira. We met after high school and were family friends. We had tuitions together and later pursued master's degrees in Mass Communication at PU together," says Ayushmann.

Tahira chips in, "He was a part of Aaghaaz in DAV College and I was a part of the SD College theatre group. Later, we floated a new theatre group outside our colleges, Manchtantra. Pizzeria in Sector 9, Kashyap canteen and Stu-C on PU campus and Stop n' Stare in Sector 10 were our favourite haunts."

On proposing Love..

Ayushmann smiles, "I was a shy guy from an all-boys' school and college, and Tahira was the first girl I met and fell in love with and proposed." Tahira says, "Ayushmann formally proposed to me just last year when we got married in November 2011. He did it like a gentleman with a ring, music playing in the background, red roses, wine and a romantic candlelight dinner."

What I love about her…

"Tahira is more intelligent than I am, she keeps me grounded and she is so beautiful."

What I love about him…

"Ayushmann is a sensitive, romantic and a very caring person. He makes sure he gives me enough love and attention to keep me happy."

The gifts they shared..

Tahira says, "One fine day, Ayushmann came to me and asked me to pack bags and we headed to a beautiful vacation down south." Ayushmann adds, "Tahira gifted me a beautiful album wherein she had traced our love story as and how it had happened; strewn with beautiful photographs of memorable times we had together."

Life after Vicky Donor..

"Forget about sharing a meal, Ayush and I barely get time to catch morning tea together because he has been loaded with offers after Vicky Donor. However, we still take time out for a drive or a quiet dinner," says Tahira.

On marrying a film star..

"We know each other rather too well. I completely trust him and I am comfortable in my relationship. He makes me feel so loved and blessed that there is no scope for any misunderstanding." She crosses her fingers and adds, "Now I am a star wife, so watch out for me making red carpet appearances next year when Ayushmann goes to receive his well-earned awards…"

ACTOR AYUSHMANN KHURRANA ABOUT WIFE TAHIRA KASHYAP 

We were family friends and I met her at 16. She is my first and last girlfriend and I told her the first day we met that I would marry her. We have been married four years now and have a one-year-old son. While she normally travels with me, she is doing her PHD so she goes to Chandigarh to give her exams. We were together in tuitions and she was the prettiest girl there, whereas I used to come on my small Kinetic Honda with braces on. She used to come in a car and was the most popular girl while I was just another guy. It’s surreal as I am getting all the attention suddenly now. The only thing that stresses her a lot is that we don’t have enough time for each other. When I was on TV, I would work only 10 days a month and was really laid-back. Working 24 x 7 doesn’t come naturally to me. My wife keeps me grounded always. If my dad gives me ambition and my mom, patience, my wife makes me stable. She is the first one to tell me you can never be an actor as I never looked like one. In fact, she was the first one I confessed to that I want to be an actor. She had laughed. I used to get so nervous in front of her. Even now, if I am performing on stage, she is not there with me as I get conscious. But if I am in the audience receiving an award, she is with me. 

You are married. Not much has been written about your personal life. Why?

Because nobody was interested to know anything about my personal relationship when I was just a veejay! You just didn’t ask before. Now since I’m kind of a film star, everyone’s been asking me about my relationship and everyone knows — I’m married! Tahira (his wife) and I did a sort of ritual a few years back, but we got legally married only eleven months ago. She’s a lecturer and author. She’s not from this industry, so maybe, that’s why people didn’t get a hint of it.

How is your wife reacting to you getting attention from women?

We’ve been together for the past 11 years, from the time we were 16-year-olds! She’s my first and last girlfriend. Chandigarh is a small town, where everybody knows each other and I have always been popular. I was involved in a lot of theatre groups, so I used to get quite a bit of attention back in those days too. But Tahira is very secure as a person.

Considering she doesn’t belong to the film industry, at some point she’s bound to get insecure. How are you going to deal with that?

She hasn’t been insecure till now. And I don’t think in the future too there will be any case of insecurity. I’ve been in Mumbai for the past four years, and before we got married, I was staying alone. Even when I was in Delhi, I was staying by myself. Now, we stay together. But even then, she travels a lot and I am out for my shoots. So there’s no point being insecure.

Now that you’re going to be working alongside a lot of beautiful women, how are you going to resist the temptation?

Till now I have resisted the temptation! Even though I’ve had a kissing scene in my film.

Is your wife okay with you doing intimate scenes?

It’s not easy, when you are committed to someone or married, but keeping the storyline in mind, or if the script demands it, let’s see... But I’ll prefer not doing it.

Apparently, you write poetry. Are you a romantic guy? How would you woo a woman?

I have written a couple poems in Hindi. Yes, I am a romantic person. For someone who is committed to his partner for the past 11 years and has married the first girl whom he dated, I think I’m very romantic. The best part is that we have maintained the perfect space between us. She’s busy writing her books, while I’m also busy with my schedule. But I fall in love every time I see her. Again and again. Maybe problems arise when you are together 24x7. You should just maintain some space. As for wooing, I can sing, play the guitar and write poetry. Or I can just be my natural self!

AUTHOR TAHIRA KASHYAP ABOUT HUSBAND ACTOR AYUSHMANN KHURRANA

Tahira Kashyap, a mass-communication professor and an author is a woman in her own right. Being married to her childhood sweetheart, Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has been her constant source of inspiration.

Author of two books — I Promise, a novel and Souled Out, a collection of short stories, she tells us how the former was a planned action and the other a mirror of fate. But both were steeped in moments of inspiration that sought its release in the pages of her book.

When asked whether it is tough being a celebrity’s spouse, she confides, “Ayushmann and I are two creative individuals and share the same value system without intruding the other’s space.”

She also shares how Ayushmann has been a pillar of strength. “Giving me the freedom to write with the lights on in the middle of the night means a lot. He was my sounding board as whenever he would come back from work, I would eagerly narrate my latest plot to him. He would grasp every word, soaking them up like a child but be very objective in his final analysis,” she says.

“Having a constant word of encouragement to keep me going has reiterated my faith in myself,” she adds.

ACTOR AYUSHMANN KHURRANA PROFILE

Ayushmann Khurrana is an Indian television anchor, film actor and singer. Ayushmann Khurrana started his career when he turned out to be the winner in MTV Roadies Season 2. In 2012, Ayushmann Khurrana made his Bollywood debut in Shoojit Sircar's romantic comedy Vicky Donor, which touched on the topic of sperm donation. Upon release, the film was a critical and commercial success, and Ayushmann Khurrana received positive reviews for his performance.

Ayushmann Khurrana is a native of Chandigarh and his family is still based there. His father P Khurrana, is a renowned astrologer and an author on the subject of astrology, while his mother Poonam is a house wife and a qualified M.A. in Hindi. His brother Aparshakti Khurrana is a Radio Jockey at OYE 104.8 FM in Delhi. He is married to his childhood sweetheart Tahira Kashyap in 2011. They have a son.

He studied at St. John’s High School and DAV College in Chandigarh. He majored in English Literature and has done Masters in Mass Communication from School of Communication Studies, Punjab University, Chandigarh.