Movie Review : Turning 30



GUL PANAG IN TURNING 30
30 is an age when you are perhaps well settled in your personal and professional life. And if you are not, God save you from hounding family members!

We haven't seen many desi chick flicks in India. RULES, PYAAR KA SUPERHIT FORMULA and AISHA are the few ones that come to mind. And now it's TURNING 30!!!.

Coming from a production house (Prakash Jha Productions) that has produced hard-hitting films like GANGAJAL, APHARAN, DIL DOSTI ETC and RAAJNEETI, TURNING 30!!! is a step in new direction. Directed by Prakash Jha's long time assistant, debutante Alankrita Shrivastava, this chick flick comprises of young actors.

With a steady boyfriend Rishabh (Siddharth Makkar) and a good job in advertising, Naina's (Gul Panag) life is just about perfect as she is about to turn 30. She feels that she's already married to Rishabh. But life takes a tumultuous turn as Rishabh breaks up with her and is about to get married to a high profile girl, Ritu. At the same time, a failed advertising campaign puts her job in danger. With her 30th birthday approaching, she's 'jobless' and 'manless' and unable to come to terms with it.

She bumps into Jai (Purab Kohli), her ex-boyfriend from college. She is involved in a physical relationship with him, but her heart still longs for Rishab. Whom she eventually chooses and what happens to her on the job front is what ensues.

The main flaw of the film is that it appears as if you are reading a book. Naina's copious and tripe narrations throughout the film are uninspiring. And you somehow don't feel for her plight. The numerous songs don't add any merit to the film. The climax, with a twist, is reminiscent of Amitabh Bachchan's BAGHBAN. It's dreary to see her whining and crying all the time. It had the scope to be much more humorous.

One wonders why Rishabh breaks up with Naina in the first place if he loves her so much. And mind you, almost the entire film is in English.

Having said that, it's not an unbearable film. The first half of the film is pretty okay, with some engaging moments. But the narrative plummets post interval and drags. Apart from the decent climax, there is no movement in the story, just as Naina's torpid condition.

Composer duo Siddharth-Suhas' music is theek thak. Akshay Singh's cinematography is fine. Editing by Santosh Mandal could have been better.

Gul Panag delivers a good performance. She fits the bill perfectly. Purab Kohli is decent. Siddharth Makkar is average. Ira Dubey (AISHA fame) is fine in her special appearance. Tillotama Shome is excellent. Jeneva Talwar acts brilliantly.

Turning 30!!! doesn't 'turn' out all right and ends up being a passable fare.

Rating: 2/5
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Shahrukh Khan Ra.One First Look Wallpaper

The first official high-quality posters of forthcoming Shahrukh Khan starrer sci-fi robot Bollywood film Ra.One have been released by Eros International.
The film also stars actress Kareena Kapoor and hero Arjun Rampal in lead roles.
Directed by Anubhav Sinha, the film features SRK as a science-fiction superhero.
Reports indicate "Ra.One" stands for "Random Access - Version 1.0. The film is being made with a Hollywood-based special effects team and is expected to be expensive as well as spectacular.

In the Movie, If you think Shahrukh Khan plays the title role in his forthcoming film Ra.One, think again. The latest we hear is that it’s not Shahrukh but Arjun Rampal, who plays the character named Ra.One.
It is reported that Shahrukh plays double role in the film, one of which is a scientist who creates two robots – the good one named G.One and the bad one named Ra.One. Shahrukh plays G.One and Arjun plays Ra.One.
Ever since this sci-fi film was announced, it has generated tremendous buzz. Director Anubhav Sinha and his team have been working round the clock to ensure that they have a high quality product. SRK in fact recently shot for a couple of songs for the film in Mumbai along with his co-star Kareena Kapoor.


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Kingfisher Bikini Calendar 2011

Kingfisher Swimsuit Calendar 2011 - HQ Photos
The most awaited Kingfisher Calendar 2011 is out! Not only Fashion world and Bollywood wait for it, but even it’s becoming a rage among common people too. Each page of this calendar is adorned with a hot model in a sensual pose. Let’s have a look at Kingfisher Calendar 2011 and the sexy babes it features.

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NOKJ Premiere Photos

Bollywood Stars like rani Mukherjee, Vidya balan, Aamir khan, Shazahn padamsee, Amrita rao, Rekha, Shraddha kapoor at No One Killed Jessica Premiere















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Desi Babe Sofia Hayat in Hot Wardrobe at a Hollywood Event







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What You Didn't See: Katrina cried after Salman's repeated jibes

What You Didn`t See: Katrina cried after Salman`s repeated jibesThese portions were edited out of Bigg Boss and the actress reshot the scenes

Most people who saw Bigg Boss on Saturday night could sense how uncomfortable Katrina Kaif appeared in the presence of ex -beau Salman Khan. Though she kept up appearances, despite his constant jibes at her.

The actress, who has made several television appearances to promote her film Tees Maar Khan, looked nervous and awkward. Obviously, it was not without reason.

Khan, who is known for his whacko and weird sense of humour, drove the actress to the edge.

He made digs at her about working with Ranbir Kapoor, her favourite co-star Akshay Kumar and even her ability (or rather inability?) to speak Hindi.

Though it was all in good fun, the pressure of being on national TV with her former flame, was just too much for the actress and she just snapped after a point.

Says a source, "Before the shoot, things appeared extremely cool. When Farah and Katrina arrived on the sets, Sallu played the perfect host.

They even indulged in a game of cricket at his chalet, near the Bigg Boss house. While Farah chose to be a spectator, Kat did a bit of batting while Salman bowled.

Everything looked fine but once the cameras rolled, so did the host's witty remarks which were outright sarcastic."

Adds the source, "As Farah stepped inside the Bigg Boss house, Kat was left alone on stage for a greater part of the show. At first, she played along but after a point she couldn't take his digs."

She broke down and retreated to her make-up room. When she returned, the portions were re-shot. The offending parts were not aired.

Farah maintains, "Katrina did not show that she was upset by Salman's comments at least not in front of me. I reached the sets late, so I don't know what happened before."

The source continues, "Kat was professional enough and stuck on, teary- eyed, as she was there to promote TMK."

Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

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Playboy hottie makes Bollywood debut


Playboy hottie makes Bollywood debutCandice Boucher plays a sand artist in upcoming spy flick

Candice Boucher, a South African Playboy hottie who features in Percept's untitled next, essays the role of a sand artist in the espionage drama.

Directed by Prashant Chaddha (Aap Ka Surror), the film stars Sachin Joshi (the Managing Director of an energy drink endorsed by Shah Rukh Khan) and Arya Babbar.

The beauty had to train from a professional artiste for the role. She says, "Learning from a sand artiste from Belarus was an amazing experience.

It's an intricate art more difficult than oils and watercolours on canvas as sand keeps shifting all the time. One's concentration has to be sharper and more focussed."

As reported 'Playmate on board' (Hitlist, June 11), Candice was the nude centrespread attraction of Playboy magazine for April 2010 and is also the brand ambassador for an international jeans brand.

She was signed for the film during the FIFA World Cup in June (it was held in her home country) to up the project's glam quotient.

The movie is about an informant who has to go undercover to save his brother and the nation from the effects of a biological war.

Courtesy: Mid-Day.com

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Bollywood gets X'massy - This is how hotties will celebrate the big day!

Bollywood gets X`massy - This is how hotties will celebrate the big day!'Tis the season to be jolly. Christmas spells Santa's gifts, mistletoe kisses and togetherness. And B-Town folks, like every year, ring in the yuletide in their own way. Here's a look at what the stars are doing for X'Mas...

Kareena Kapoor
The star will celebrate it in style by having roast turkey and Yorkshire pudding for lunch on Christmas Day with beau Saif Ali Khan, mother Babita, sister Karisma, niece Samaira and nephew Kiaan.

Says Bebo, "Christmas is always a very special occasion for me. I take the day off and spend it with my family. We attend midnight mass at St Andrew's Church in Bandra."

The actress is using the same Christmas tree that she had shipped from Harrod's in London last year. Saif will be putting up all the Christmas decorations.

They don't throw away their Christmas fir trees but preserve them for three years.

This year, Samaira has put in a special request under her Christmas tree. She wants Kareena to give her a doctor's set and the aunt has already got it for her!

Katrina Kaif
She normally travels to London to be with her sisters and mother for the festivities. But this year, it will be a working Christmas. Apart from shooting for an ad, Kat will also be busy with the promotional work of Tees Maar Khan as well as the shoot of Mere Brother Ki Dulhan.

The Dutts
The couple will celebrate Christmas with Sanju's sister Priya Dutt and her husband Owen Roncon at their Bandra home. Joining them in the festivities will be sister Namrata and hubby Kumar Gaurav. Incidentally, the Dutts celebrate all festivals.

Malaika Arora Khan
Malaika and her sister Amrita Arora Ladhak celebrate Christmas with their mother Joyce. Munni has taken four days off from her Jhalak Dikkla Jaa commitments. They begin with a Christmas dinner followed by midnight mass at St Andrew's church in Bandra. On X'Mas Day, a sumptuous lunch is lined up at their mother's home.

Lara Dutta
The actress is completing all her work and will spend Christmas with her family in Bangalore.

Anil/Sonam Kapoor
Anil and Sonam (she's got a day off from Pankaj Kapur's Mausam) will celebrate his birthday along with Christmas at their Juhu bungalow with the entire Kapoor khandaan which includes Boney and Sridevi, Sanjay and Maheep Kapoor and their children.

Kangna Ranaut
It's a white Christmas for her as she is in New York shooting for Happy New Year.

Shilpa Shetty
The actress is in London with her family and husband Raj Kundra celebrating Christmas at Raj's Yorkshire manor.

Bunty Walia
The producer loves to soak in the festivities and has erected a huge Christmas tree at his home.

Eesha Koppikhar
Last Christmas, Eesha and hubby Timmy Narang were travelling but this time, she is celebrating Christmas at her in-laws' place. The actress personally decorated the tree and her mother-in-law loved it.

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