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Apple readying sub-$1k iMac for education

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Apple is reportedly readying a sub-$1,000 iMac, primarily targeted at education and volume-purchase customers, for release later in August. The new model will have a 21.5-inch display like the current entry-level iMac, 9 to 5 Mac‘s sources tell them, but pair that with a cheaper, dual-core Intel 3.1GHz processor, 2GB of DDR3 memory and a 250GB hard-drive. Graphics will supposedly be courtesy of AMD’s Radeon HD 6750M GPU with 256MB of its own, dedicated memory. Pricing isn’t confirmed, but with the existing range starting at $1,199, sneaking the education version in at under $1,000 is likely; Apple’s last attempt at an education-focused iMac, back in mid-2006, came in at $899. Unlike other trumpeted Apple announcements, the word is that Apple will be quietly unveiling the new iMac in a silent launch currently pegged for Tuesday, August 16. It’s likely that you’ll need to be an education customer in order to take advantage, however, leaving the rest of us with Apple’s most-recent iMac up

Anonymous and LulzSec Hack US Police Files Nationwide

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In an effort to continue their reign of hacking news supremacy, both LulzSec and Anonymous have claimed responsibility for a 10 gigabyte file containing social security numbers, credit card details, and vast amounts of police files including emails and confidentially sent tips on crimes. This information comes from more than 70 so-called “small-town” law enforcement agencies. Both hacking groups say they want to show solidarity with with Topiary and the Anonymous PayPal LOIC defendants as well as others – Topiary being the supposed name of one Jake Davis, a teen suspected of working with LulzSec to illegally hack several institutions. This team of hackers, Anonymous and LulzSec, working under the name AntiSec, aka Anti-Security, released this file containing aproximately 100,000 emails from officers in states such as Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Kansas amongst other files. Inside these emails was at least one appearing to contain dozens of tip-offs about local seemingly illega

Samsung Hercules Revealed as Galaxy S II Variant

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It appears quite obvious that the following photos are of the newest variant of the Samsung Galaxy S II, this time in what’s called the Samsung Hercules. This device will, if proven to confirm specs rumored thus far, be T-Mobile’s first HSPA+ 42Mbps device and will have an 8 megapixel camera on the back, a lovely silver (metal?) single-piece battery cover, rounded corners, and what appears to be a bit of a curved glass front. If not curved, certainly expanding in width near the bottom of the front. There’s of course a camera on the front as well, and if these photos are indeed correct, will be rocking the TeleNav GPS app out of the box and will have model number SGH-T989. Three of these photos come from TmoNews, the front, the back, and the model number, and the TeleNav image comes from PocketNow. The PocketNow image(s) look to be slightly less expanded near the bottom of the display, but this could just be the camera angle at which they’ve all been photographed. This device, the Samsu

Archos Arnova 8 G2 Android Tablet Seen at FCC

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The folks at Archos have delivered their newest iteration of the Arnova 8 G2 tablet to the FCC, showing off both internal views and accessories that will be included with the tablet as it reaches store shelves in the near future. This device has appeared at the FCC previously but has not until this point been seen by the public in photos as clear as what’s been seen today. Two lovely silver rulers frame the device in all its glory in the main image here in this post. The last time we spoke about an Arnova tablet, it was the Archos Arnova 7, a device that seemed to sacrifice specs for relatively low cost. On the other hand, our sister site Android Community appears to have found the first word of this tablet, that being an announcement image back at the beginning of June, 2011. The Arnova 8 series is not to be confused with the new G9 series, the former carrying Android 2.3 Gingerbread, has a 1Ghz single-core processor, and will be aimed at the mid-range tablet market with some fabulous

Verizon Workers Strike, 45,000 Union Members Strong

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Today workers from Washington D.C. to Massachusetts went on strike one day earlier than originally planned as a new contract failed between Verizon and phone repair technicians, customer service representatives and cable installers. This new contract included health care coverage, pensions and work rules was stalled upon Verizon demanding 100+ concessions from workers. The Communications Workers of America (CWA) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) went on strike today and say they will continue until an agreement is met. Verizon noted today that the that the strike will not affect Verizon Wireless customers, instead noting that because it involves call center workers and field technicians, it could affect customers with Internet service, land line phones, and Verizon’s FiOS television. Verizon also notes that management and retirees are prepared to cover for striking workers as a contingency plan. Verizon spokesman Richard Young noted the following about the

Facebook SPAM King Compromises 500,000 Accounts

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A fellow by the name of Sanford Wallace, otherwise known as one of the “Spam Kings”, has been charged with 11 federal criminal counts, these counts related to 27 MILLION unsolicited SPAM messages sent via Facebook servers. FBI officials note that Wallace received “substantial revenue” for this so-called “scheme” in which 500,000 Facebook users accounts were compromised. As of August 7th, 2011, Wallace has turned himself into authorities, has pled not guilty, and is free on a $100,000 bond while he faces more than 40 years in prison for his alleged crimes. Lulzsec and Anonymous have been unavailable for comment.* Indictment files made in San Jose, California have said that Facebook servers were manipulated by Wallace, unsolicited mails being sent then to users from their “friends” accounts, these users never actually having sent the messages in the first place, messages then encourage users to click links leading to 3rd party sites that then collect Facebook information such as friends

i’m watch offers Android on Your Wrist at a Premium

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While this isn’t the first time we’ve seen an Android wristwatch, it’s certainly the most expensive. At 249 euro at their minimum and 14,999 euro on the higher end, you’d better know what you’re getting into before you get this“i’m watch” for your mother for her birthday. This Android-based watch the Blue Sky group say is “compatible” with iPhone 4, all Android devices, BlackBerry, and Windows Phone 7, and the version of Android the watch itself will be running will be “a customized version” of Android 1.6. How on earth this group came to the conclusion that this ancient pre-2.0 version of the Google mobile OS was their best option for the watch we’re not sure. Before we continue to speak on whether or not this device was created several years ago, this then explaining the old version of Android, lets be clear about when this device will be released: sometime within “the end of November 2011.” In addition, images for this watch-like device have only been released this month, August 201

Priyanka Chopra to release her international music album

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She has wowed the Indian audience with her acting as well as crooning skills and now Priyanka Chopra is all set to venture onto the world stage releasing her debut music album. Universal Music Group (UMG), the world's leading music company, and Desi Hits, have signed a worldwide recording agreement with actress Priyanka Chopra. As a part of this deal, Priyanka will release her debut music album in North America with Desi Hits through Interscope Records and in other International markets on Island Records UK. A trained Western Classical singer, Priyanka is currently in the studio, writing and recording her debut pop album, which will be sung in English. Troy Carter, CEO of Atom Factory, who also manages Lady Gaga has signed with Priyanka to manage her music career across the globe. "It has been a long cherished dream which is finally coming true", said Priyanka Chopra about her music debut. "I am truly excited to have an opportunity to present my musical dimensi

Kareena becomes first ever top Bollywood actress to be the face of Lakme

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Here's something more for the stunning Kareena Kapoor to preen over. Kareena has been chosen as the new face of the international cosmetic range of Lakme. The first Bollywood actress to be given this honour. So far her appointment has only been a matter of speculation. But now we have it from a source very close to Kareena that she is indeed the first Bollywood actress to be thus appointed. Says the source, "The Indian faces of Lakme have so far been all models. Even Katrina Kaif was a Lakme girl only when she was model. This is the first time that a Bollywood actress has been given this honour in the history of the cosmetic's existence." According to the source close to Kareena, the formal announcement of Kareena's appointment would be made this weekend.

Salman won't begin Dabangg 2 before mid-2012

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Salman Khan is busier than ever before and 'bhai' Arbaaz understands this well too. So while multiple assignments picked up by Salman means that his dates are coming at a premium, it hasn't left Arbaaz untouched as well, what with Dabangg 2 further getting pushed. Though the film was earlier supposed to begin towards end of this year and was later pushed to first quarter of 2012, as things stand today Dabangg 2 won't go on floors before June/July next year which means it would now release only in 2013. Says a source close to the family, "Salman's stocks have sky rocketed after giving three blockbusters in a row - Ready, Dabangg and Wanted. He has been flooded with assignments but instead of working on multiple films at the same time, he is choosing to do only one film at a time. He is currently wrapping up Bodyguard and would soon be leaving abroad for the shoot of Ek Tha Tiger. This means that Dabangg 2 would have to wait." One wonders in that case wh

Aarakshan cast denied permission to promote their film in UP

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The Aarakshan team was in for a shock on Wednesday evening when they were informed that the Mayawati government has withdrawn the permission granted to them for a grand show to promote their film in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Manoj Bajpayee and Prateik were on their way to Lucknow when they got this news. The state administration had earlier formally granted the necessary permission for the event which was planned almost a month ago. The reasons given by the state administration for the denial of permission was 'Apprehension of breach of peace'. Lucknow Additional District Magistrate, Ram Singhasan Prem, told media persons on Wednesday evening that they we were constrained to cancel the permission for the programme following intelligence reports about the possibility of street protests that could have threatened peace and tranquility in the state capital. In fact The Republican Party of India and Swaraj Party had already announced their

Kangna Ranaut and Rana Daggubati in PNC's Kris And Suri

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Post her stunning performance in Tanu Weds Manu, Kangna Ranaut has been creating waves in Bollywood. We have now learnt that the actress is all set to feature in a rom-com titled Kris And Suri. The film will feature Kangna opposite Rana Daggubati and is scheduled to go on floors this October. Directed by Rajshree Ojha (director of Aisha) Kris And Suri is being produced by Pritish Nandy Communications Ltd. The film will have a very international and urban vibe to it. Confirming this, a source close to Kangna says, "Yes, Kangna will be doing Kris And Suri though its not very clear whether Rana is doing the film." If Rana signs Kris And Suri, this will be the first time that the two will be paired together after missing out on Department and Dum Maaro Dum.

John Abraham and Chitrangda starrer titled I, Me Aur Main

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John Abraham fans are in for a treat as his next venture, officially titled I, Me Aur Main will release in early 2012. Presented by Reliance Entertainment, the film interestingly titled I, Me Aur Main is being produced by Shrishti Behl Arya and Goldie Behl and marks the directorial debut of Kapil Sharma, son of noted astronaut, Rakesh Sharma. After working as 1st Assistant Director on several Indian and International films, Kapil Sharma is now directing this slice of life film about protagonist John Abraham and the women in his life. Set against an urban backdrop I, Me Aur Main also stars Chitrangda Singh, Prachi Desai, Zareena Wahab and 2 other female leads, details of which are being kept under wraps for now. Says producer Shrishti Behl Arya, "We're happy to announce the title of the film I, Me Aur Main starring John Abraham directed by a very talented Kapil Sharma and presented by Reliance Entertainment. It's a feel good film with something for everyone"

Ra. One makers quash rumours around Priyanka playing a transvestite

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There have been rumours and there will be rumours. But the strangest of them all is the one which is currently surrounding Shah Rukh Khan's Ra.One that is otherwise making news for all the right reasons. That's because it has been allegedly reported on a leading international website that Priyanka Chopra, who would be seen in a cameo in the sci-fi thriller, is playing a transvestite here. "It was shocking to see something like this being reported and that too on an international website of high repute. How silly can it be? Seems like someone out there is trying to harm the film in whatever ways possible and spreading such rumours", says a source who was first to notice this at imdb.com . Though Priyanka Chopra has played variety of roles in her career so far, including a serial husband killer in 7 Khoon Maaf, enacting the role of a transvestite was taking things a little too far and also being highly imaginative, though in a negative way. Naturally, Anubhav Sinha

Vidya Balan and Tusshar Kapoor give the kiss a miss for The Dirty Picture

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Nervous as hell about his first screen kiss, it seems Tusshar Kapoor is not destined to kiss Vidya Balan for The Dirty Picture in a hurry. As per the script, the torrid smooch between the couple is mandatory. However, when it came to actually shooting the kissing scene, a series of circumstances have somehow aborted the proposed kiss. It started with the lack of rehearsals for the sequence. The latest setback was a dragonfly attack in Hyderabad on location just when the long-due kiss was to be shot. The much-discussed seduction sequence between Vidya Balan and Tusshar Kapoor was to be shot before Vidya Balan left for a brief holiday. And now everyone is wondering when the kiss would actually happen. Says Tusshar, "Yeah, I don't know why. The kiss with Vidya just hasn't happened so far. I was very nervous about doing the intimate scenes. The director Milan Luthria assured me that Vidya and I would be comfortable in the intimate moments after rehearsals. But the rehear

Mohan Babu's daughter Laxmi Manchu to make Bollywood debut with Department

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Veteran Telugu superstar Mohan Babu's daughter Lakshmi Manchu is all set to make her Bollywood debut with Ram Gopal Varma's Department. She will be paired opposite Sanjay Dutt. Lakshmi Manchu is not new to the world of showbiz, she is well known for her talk shows like 'Lakshmi Talk Show' and 'Prematho Mee Lakshmi'. She received a lot of appreciation for her negative performance in her debut Telugu film Anaganaga O Dheerudu. She has also acted in the American Television series Las Vegas and Desperate Housewives. Lakshmi has earlier acted in RGV's low budget Telugu flick Dongala Mutha. Impressed with Lakshmi's acting skills RGV decided to cast her in Department. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan as a gangster-turned-politician and Sanjay Dutt and Rana Daggubati as encounter specialists. Lakshmi expressed her excitement on signing Department, on Twitter. "Signed a Bollywood film. Superrrr thrilled! Details soon. Thanq for all your love. Dreams do

Mithun Chakraborty appeals to Supreme Court to save his resort

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Mithun Chakraborty has appealed to Supreme Court in order to save his luxury resort in the state of Tamil Nadu which seems to be in grave danger of being demolished. A fresh order from Madras High Court has ordered for the demolition of his Luxury Resort as the resort reportedly falls in an important elephant corridor in Tamil Nadu that connects the Eastern Ghats with the Western Ghats. The resort is one of the many falling in the patch of land that elephant herds use to cross from one mountain to another. The forest department had told the Madras HC that the hotels were operating in violation of the Tamil Nadu Preservation of Private Forests Act as the guest house owners had indulged in eco-destruction in the name of eco-tourism. The Madras HC had ordered that the land falling in the corridor be taken over by the forest department and the resorts be demolished. Chakraborty's resort is one of the many falling in the patch of land that elephant herds use to cross from one mountain

Pritam files police complaint against lyricist Mohammed Azam

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We all know that the song 'Character Dheela' (from the film Ready) has proved to be a chartbuster of the year. Needless to say, everybody associated with this song is on cloud nine…except for one person who goes by the name of Mohammed Azam, a Turkish songwriter. For the uninitiated, Azam is the same guy who had filed a case against Pritam, accusing him of allegedly plagiarizing his lyrics for the said song. But, the Bombay High Court dismissed his petition, reasoning that Pritam is not a lyricist, something that triggered Azam to threaten Pritam stating that he would go to the press and malign his image. Pritam got highly upset with this and has decided to take legal action against Azam. Pritam has now filed a criminal complaint with the police against the Azam.

Kareena Kapoor agrees to play the lead in Madhur Bhandarkar's Heroine

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All the speculations regarding UTV Motion Pictures and Madhur Bhandarkar's most ambitious film project Heroine finally come to an end as actress Kareena Kapoor agrees to step into the shoes of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and play the lead role in Heroine. Heroine has been facing obstacles since the beginning; first Kareena who was the actual choice for the role refused the film as she was not happy with the script and had date issues. Then Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was signed on for the film but after 10 days of shoot, she announced her pregnancy. There were talks of her getting replaced by Tabu or Priyanka Chopra. But no one was ready to step into Ash's shoes with the fear of offending the Bachchan family. Then there were rumors that Heroine was shelved. But now ending all those speculations Kareena Kapoor confirmed that she will be playing the lead in Madhur Bhandarkar's much-talked about film Heroine. Considering that Madhur had written the script keeping Bebo in mind, he wi

Ajay Devgn to star in Hindi remake of The Arab, The Camel & P Madhavan Nair

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Ajay Devgn is in a wildly experimental mood. Swinging from the hardcore mainstream Singham , he now goes into what is arguably the quirkiest film of his career. The film to be entitled  The Arab, The Camel & P Madhavan Nair  is currently on the verge of completion in Priyadarshan's mother tongue Malayalam. The original stars the inimitable Mohanlal. As the film neared completion, Priyadarshan felt Ajay Devgn was the only actor in Bollywood who could do justice to the part in Hindi. Apparently, Priyadarshan was sent feelers from Akshay Kumar and Shah Rukh Khan for the role that's been described as a 'quirky blend of Peter Sellers' comedy and Charlie Chaplin's pathos. Ajay, we hear, wanted to do a hardcore comedy with Priyadarshan. But the director is convinced that this is the right film for the actor at this juncture. Says Priyan, "Yes, I am remaking  The Arab, The Camel & P Madhavan Nair  with Ajay. This is the first time I've decided to do

All is well as Tusshar patches up Minissha and Sagar

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All is now well between Minissha Lamba and her director Sagar Ballary. The man whom they would be looking at thanking most? Tusshar Kapoor . Though there have been a series of verbal bouts between Minissha and Sagar post the release of Bheja Fry 2 and during the current promotional campaign of Hum Tum Shabana, it can well be expected to be a thing of the past since Tusshar has facilitated a patch up between the two. "Recently Tusshar organised a small get together at his apartment for a private screening of a couple of songs of Hum Tum Shabana which were just wrapped up. Obviously other than Tusshar's close associates and friends, Minissha and Sagar were also invited and though they had some real serious differences with each other, they didn't want to say no to Tusshar", informs a source. Though the screening went off peacefully and Tusshar was quite pleased with the final results, he could sense that something was wrong between his leading lady and the director.

Neha Dhupia replaces Tabu in Maximum

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Kabeer Kaushik's film Maximum has been much talked about ever since it was announced. With Tabu playing the leading lady in the film all eyes were turned towards the progress of the film. However, Bollywood Hungama has now learnt that the actress has walked out of the film. Apparently, the Chandni Bar star, who had earlier given a green signal to the project, opted out of the film after Kabeer started shooting. The said reason behind Tabu walking out is said that she felt that she would look older to Sonu Sood, who plays her husband. With Tabu walking out, director Kabeer was obviously thrown into a tizzy and has now roped in Neha Dhupia to play the said role. The actress has already started shooting for the film along with co-star Sonu Sood. Maximum will see Sonu Sood donning the role of a cop one more time post Bbuddah Hoga Terra Baap. Besides Sonu and Neha, the film stars Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapoor and Arya Babbar in pivotal roles.

Bipasha and Priyanka to feature together in Ganesh Hegde's music video

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Ace choreographer Ganesh Hegde is one lucky man as he has made Priyanka Chopra and Bipasha Basu dance to his tunes (literally). He has teamed up the Bollywood beauties for a song in his upcoming music video. The duo will feature together in a hip-hop number from Ganesh Hegde's latest album 'Lets Party'. The two gorgeous beauties will be seen dancing to the song 'Mind Blowing', which is sung, styled and choreographed by Hegde himself. Ganesh chose Bipasha and Priyanka for the song as they epitomize all the qualities he is raving about in the song. Both the actresses are sporting completely different looks. Bips sports a fringe and pony tail, gypsy hoops and zippered dress. The fringe was Bipasha's idea. She fell in love with the song instantly and wanted a look that was different from anything we have seen on screen before. PC is sporting a grunge look, she will be seen in black. Her look is more on the lines of Beyonce's look and her 'attitude'

Abhay Deol to be the brand ambassador of Vans?

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He came, he saw and he conquered, with his looks to kill and an attitude to match! We are indeed referring to the most reticent star Abhay Deol, who must be a much relieved man, seeing the BO collections of his latest film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. On the brand endorsement front, after being signed up for a leading liquor brand, Bollywood Hungama's ever reliable sources say that, he has now been signed up as the brand ambassador of Vans, which happens to be an American action sports footwear. The official announcement of the same is being awaited.

Nikhil Advani plans to dub 'Delhi Safari' in English

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After working with Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, Nikhil Advani is all set to unveil his new film DELHI SAFARI to moviegoers across the globe. It's an animation film that has been converted into 3D. Though the film has taken a long time to make, it comes at a time when animation combined with 3D is luring audiences in big hordes. In fact, that's one of the reasons Nikhil has decided to dub the film in English language. Nikhil has already roped in several international artists to dub for the characters in the film. These include Jason Alexander, Cary Elwes, Brad Garrett, Christopher Lloyd, Jane Lynch and Vanessa Williams. The Hindi version, of course, has voiceover by Govinda, Akshaye Khanna, Suniel Shetty, Ayesha Takia, Urmila Matondkar, Swini Khara and Boman Irani. Meanwhile, Nikhil has decided to re-schedule the release of DELHI SAFARI. Initially slated for release in August, the film will now hit the screens on 30 September.

Hrithik in 'Don 2'?

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DON 2 is amongst the most awaited films of 2011. Right from the first look [pics] that producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar revealed, to the first poster [eye-catching], to the first promo of the film [appreciated unanimously], the film has been making the right noise. A strong rumor doing the rounds since quite some time is that DON 2 features Hrithik Roshan in the negative lead. The makers have kept his character under wraps, since they want the audiences to feel shocked when they watch SRK and Hrithik battle on the big screen. In fact, Hrithik's pics were splashed all over when he visited Berlin, while the shoot of DON 2 was in progress. But Farhan Akhtar denies it outright. "Hrithik visited Berlin as a friend. He's not part of DON 2 cast. But, yes, there's a possibility that Hrithik and I may work together in the future," the talented actor/director states. That's the official statement. Hope the rumor mills don't start speculating all over

Vivek Oberoi files Rs. 25 crore defamation case

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Last week was not so pleasant for actor Vivek Oberoi. The actor and his father Suresh Oberoi received a non-bailable warrant from a metropolitan magistrate court with regard to a bounced cheque worth Rs. 3 crore. Apart from the duo, four members from board of directors and a manager from Oberoi Mutimedia Ltd had also been accused for the same. The complaint had been filed by Jawaharlal Agicha who acquainted with Suresh Oberoi's relative and company's MD Anand Oberoi and its manager Anil Lalwani. Agicha informed that he received only Rs 50,000 in January 2010 via cheque, while another cheque of Rs. 3 crore meant for realisation on October 19, 2010, bounced. In response to the accusation levied on him and his family, Vivek has retaliated by filing a Rs. 25 crore defamation case against the concerned person. Vivek claims that the news being spread is false and is an attempt to defame the name of him and his family. The Oberoi's had already filed 2 different Criminal Writ Pet

Rajneesh Duggal to romance Karisma Kapoor in Dangerous Ishq

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Rajneesh Duggal, the model turned actor who made his debut with Vikram Bhatt's 1920 and also features in Bhatt's production Phhir, has now been signed on for Vikram's next titled Dangerous Ishq. The film Dangerous Ishq, which has been much talked about as being the comeback vehicle for Karisma Kapoor, will see Duggal in the lead role romancing the actress. The film's story apparently, spans across four generations and will see Karisma in multiple looks, while Rajneesh plays her love interest in all the four eras. Dangerous Ishq goes on the floors in September this year.

Preity Zinta to host celebrity chat show

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For those who felt that the original 'bubblicious' Preity Zinta was really missing from all the action in Bollywood, well, here's some news that will sound as opera music to the ears. The news is that the Zinta babe will now be seen hosting her own chat show. And if the buzz is to be believed then the channel in question will be the newly launched 'UTV Superstars'. Readers maybe aware that the actress was earlier too toying with the idea of a chat show with cricketers. But somehow, things didn't work out. Then the opportunity came in the form of 'Guinness Book of World Records: Ab India Todega', a show that marked Preity's entry into TV. And closely on the heels, comes her new chat show that will feature Bollywood celebs. The said show will be produced by Shah Rukh Khan's company Red Chillies Idiot Box, and will be called 'The Preity Zinta Show'. Rumor mill has it that the first guest to be featured on this show will be Abhishek Bachcha

Tips Films' Riteish Deshmukh-Genelia starrer titled Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya

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A while ago we had informed you about Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D'souza coming together for a film to be produced by Kumar Taurani of Tips. The film has now been titled Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya. The film is a romantic comedy and is directed by Mandeep Kumar (who has directed the Punjabi film Jihne Mera Dil Luteya for Tips). Besides Riteish and Genelia, the film also stars Om Puri, Tinnu Anand and Smita Jaykar. Shooting of the film commenced earlier this week.

No show for Khap in Haryana

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Khap , the movie on honour killings in Haryana directed by Ajai Sinha, starring Om Puri, Mohnish Bahl, Govind Namdev and Uvika Chaudhary was released across the country on Friday, except in Khap land - Haryana. The cinema owners in Haryana decided to play it safe by not screening the movie in the entire state as they did not want to provoke Khap Panchayats who were against its screening. Posters of the film were also removed from cinema halls. Khap highlights the role of the Khap Mahapanchayats in honour killings in Haryana. The film ran into trouble on Friday after many exhibitors in Haryana refused to screen the film fearing violence from Jat supporters. . Many Jat leaders of the state had threatened to protest against the screening of the film, claiming it was anti-khap and showed the traditional panchayats in poor light. They had asked the public to boycott the film and issued veiled threats of violence if it was screened. . Anand cinema hall in Sonipat did have one show but

RGV files caveat in court to protect his film Not A Love Story

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Ram Gopal Varma wants to make sure that his forthcoming film Not A Love Story doesn't face any unnecessary objection close to its release on August 19. The maverick filmmaker has filed a caveat in the court to a avoid stay on the judgment on the release of his film. It is a caveat against an unknown person. The film starring Mahie Gill, Deepak Dobriyal and Ajay Gehi, is based on the life of Kannada actress Maria Susairaj who was accused of allegedly murdering Neeraj Grover along with her lover Emile Jerome Mathew. Not A Love Story has already faced a few hurdles and this move to file a caveat seems like a move to make sure that no party objects the release of the film on any grounds whatsoever.

Fox Star Studios' Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes to open in record number of screens

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After the super success of X-Men: First Class, Fox Star Studios is all set to release another biggie next week, one of the most anticipated Hollywood films of this year, Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes . Come August 5, the film will open in a record number of 450 single screens, doubly trumping any previous Hollywood films such as Harry Potter and X-Men: First Class, which itself opened in 250 single screens. No other Hollywood film has seen such a massive and aggressive opening, especially in the dubbed languages (Hindi, Tamil and Telugu), as the producers feel that the audiences all over India will connect with the film because of its universal appeal. In fact the release of this film is on par with highly anticipated Bollywood films, say sources, since it's the only big release this week. Starring the dashing Oscar nominated actor of 127 Hours fame James Franco and India's very own Slumdog Millionaire girl Freida Pinto, this highly awaited visual effects extravaganza is g

Shakal Pe Mat Ja First Look

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Shakal Pe Mat Ja Hindi Movie Release Date Confirmed

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Banner Linc Entertainment Ipix Movies Status Under Production Color C Release Date September 23, 2011 Language Hindi Genre Comedy Producer Deepak Jalan Sarita Jalan Executive Producer / Co-Producer Hrishita Bhatt Director Shubh Star Cast Shubh Pratik Katare Saurabh Shukla Raghuveer Yadav Aamna Shariff Zakir Hussain Mushtaq Khan Joy Sengupta Aditya Lakhia Chitrak Bandhopadyay...... Introducing Harshal Parekh Umang Jain Lyricist Shraddha Pandit Shubh Yo Yo Honey Singh Music Director Salim Merchant Sulaiman Merchant Nitin Kumar Gupta Yo Yo Honey Singh Background Music Amar Mohile Cinematography Sahir Raza Art Sunil Nigvekar Editor Nipun Gupta Screenplay Shubh Costume Gurmehar Kaur Story / Writer Shubh

Love Breakups Zindagi First Look

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Love Breakups Zindagi Hindi Movie Release Date Confirmed

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Banner Sahara Motion Pictures (Earlier Known as Sahara One Motion Pictures) Born Free Entertainment Status Under Production Color C Release Date October 7, 2011 Language Hindi Genre Drama / Romance Producer Dia Mirza Zayed Khan Sahil Sangha Executive Producer / Co-Producer Yasmin Jain Director Sahil Sangha Star Cast Zayed Khan Dia Mirza Cyrus Sahukar Tisca Chopra Satyadeep Mishra Vaibhav Talwar Auritra Ghosh Umang Farida Jalal Lyricist Javed Akhtar Music Director Salim Merchant Sulaiman Merchant Cinematography Aseem Bajaj Choreography Remo D'Souza Sound Manoj Sikka Costume Theia Tekchandaney Media Relations Monika Bhattacharya Publicity Designs Mantra @ SDS Story / Writer Sahil Sangha

Teen Choice Awards 2011 Winners

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The 2011  Teen Choice Awards  were held tonight in Los Angeles with  The Big Bang Theory  actress Kaley Cuoco acting as host.  Below is a list of the TV, Movie, Music and Fashion categories with the winners in bold. **Note: Many of the winners for categories listed below were not announced during the broadcast.  We're working on getting the full winners list** TELEVISION Choice TV Show: Drama Bones Gossip Girl  - WINNER House Make It or Break It The Secret Life of the American Teenager Choice TV Actor: Drama Penn Badgley:  Gossip Girl David Boreanaz:  Bones Chace Crawford:  Gossip Girl Daren Kagasoff:  The Secret Life of the American Teenager Hugh Laurie:  House Choice TV Actress: Drama Emily Deschanel:  Bones Blake Lively:  Gossip Girl -  WINNER Josie Loren:  Make It or Break It Olivia Wilde:  House Shailene Woodley:  The Secret Life of the American Teenager Choice TV Show: Fantasy/Sci-Fi Fringe Smallville Supernatural Teen Wolf The Vampire Diaries -