Shah Rukh Khan Trying His Hand at Gujarati after Tamil?

Bollywood Superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be seen playing a Gujarati
don in his upcoming venture if rumours are to be believed.

According to reports, the "Chennai Express" star has given an
"in-principle nod" to Rahul Dholakia, who will direct the movie.

"In the film, Shah Rukh is supposed to play a large-hearted Gujarati
don. Since the project is in the nascent stages, not many are aware of
it. Dholakia has already met Shah Rukh a few times about the film and
for narrations," Hindustan Times quoted an industry insider as saying.

As per the reports, Shah Rukh will reunite with Farhan Akhtar and
Ritesh Sidhwani, who worked with him in "Don" franchise.



"SRK trusts Farhan and Ritesh's judgment and vision. Besides, the
three of them are good friends. Since he has given his nod just a few
days back, things will slowly kick off now," the insider added.

The source went on to add that Shah Rukh will take up the project only
next year after wrapping up Farah Khan's film, "Happy New Year". "He
is currently busy with CE. Then, from September-October onwards, he
will start with Farah's (Khan) Happy New Year (HNY). So it looks like
Dholakia's film will be shot post HNY."

While no confirmation has been made by either Shah Rukh or Farhan, the
insider claimed that a major part of the film will be shot in Gujarat.

"If all goes well, a major part of the film will be shot in Gujarat.
But such details are yet to be finalised since both SRK and Farhan are
caught up with CE and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag respectively," the insider
said.

Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is awaiting the release of "Chennai Express"
on 8 August. Deemed to be one of the most-anticipated movies of the
year, the action comedy is directed by Rohit Shetty and has Deepika
Padukone in the female lead role.

source: http://www.ibtimes.co.in/articles/484652/20130629/shahrukh-khan-tamil-gujarati-chennai-express-deepika.htm

The Rags to Riches Story of Shah Rukh Khan

It may sound like something straight out a Manmohan Desai potboiler. A middle-class Delhi boy, high on hopes and dreams turned up in Mumbai with just Rs 1,500 in his pocket and more than 20 years later, becomes King of all he surveys. He was a rank outsider; yet today it would be hard to find someone who doesn't know him. In fact, more recently, when Shah Rukh Khan stepped out at the Jamaa El Fna square in Morocco the entire city gathered around him. For someone who was kicked out from his house for not being able to cough up the rent, today he owns a string of prime properties in major cities across the world. 'Mannat', his Mumbai abode, has become a tourist hotspot. That's the magic of India's most celebrated superstar. His story is ripe for a biopic. 

Jab Tak Hai Jaan was a success, potential blockbusters are in your kitty, you have won the IPL, conquered the ad world… what next?
A lot of people ask me this question — what else is there for me to achieve? So, if I say 22 crores, 11 Filmfare Awards and one National Award, does that mean after I achieve them, it's the end for me? If it ends, it means it's tangible. I've seen it all — money, fame and name; as a matter of fact I can retire now. But does it make sense? There are fools who ask Sachin Tendulkar when he will retire. No one thought it was possible to score 100 centuries; but he got them. And maybe, he'll make 500 more. Why are we limiting him after he's made 100 centuries? 

I was a lower middle-class boy from Delhi when I moved to Mumbai. I had Rs 1,500 in my pocket and wanted to become big enough to earn a lakh. After I began working, I realised there's no end line. I believe that money has nothing to do with your personal success. On the face of it, I'm the biggest capitalist of all. I have all the riches. I'm the living proof of what stardom should be in material terms. But I've never sold my soul.

What do you mean when you say you've never sold your soul?
I've not done anything I didn't want to do. I've not done films for money. I'm not saying this with arrogance but I've never asked for a film. At times, I have called up a person if I liked his film but I've never asked for a film.

Is it wrong to ask for a film?
It's not about being right or wrong. When I meet young actresses, I learn a lot from them. It's amazing how they manage their careers. I've always been close to all my heroines but I've never had career discussions with them. Madhuri (Dixit), Juhi (Chawla), Kajol and I were all retarded in our own ways. I don't know whether it's for the better or worse. But I appreciate today's girls. The world has changed and they have adapted to it. 

We always have this discussion whether it's okay to ask for a job. I haven't done it. But it doesn't mean it's wrong. It just means that I didn't like doing it and hence I haven't sold my soul. On the other hand, I do every ad that I'm offered. I do it for money. But there have been days when I have told my manager that I don't want to work with a certain person even if  he/she is paying me loads of money. 

I never work with people who don't make me happy. I don't watch others' films if they don't make me happy. I don't watch my own films if they don't make me happy. That may sound silly and arrogant but I'm like that. So, if I don't like you, I won't do your film.

Is this attitude just limited to your profession?
No. You could be my son but I won't do the film. I'll not ask my son for anything. If he feels like, he can give me. I should get it without asking. Similarly, with films. I don't think like 'this is the need of the hour'. Is it bread and butter for me? 

Films were never bread and butter for me. I'm categorically honest about it. My bread and butter is dancing at weddings. I ask for my bread and butter. I remember, I was dancing at a wedding and I told the host to ask me to dance when the couple has their first baby. This is my job. I'll ask for it. I'll ask for ads. I don't look down upon anyone who asks for a job. It takes guts to ask. But movies are not a job for me. People who consider films as a job should ask for it. There's a difference between job and work. You ask for jobs while work you just do. 

I work towards making my children happy. I work towards making my daughter a writer. I do it from my heart. It's not a job to look after my children. It's something spiritual for me. My mother taught me to be the giver. One day, I might fall from grace and ask for a job but till then I'll continue doing only what I like. I want to die making films. Roll, camera, action and gone. I'll be happy if that happens. My familywill also be happy if that happens. My kids will be the happiest.

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Shah Rukh Khan's secret visit to a local clinic

 

​In a surprise visit that brought South Bombay nearly to a standstill, actor Shah Rukh Khanvisited a clinic in the Navsari building at Fort around 5 pm yesterday. 

Wife Gauri Khan, who we were made to be believe was in London all this while, was present with her husband. Amidst reports of the couple planning a third child through surrogacy, this unscheduled visit to the doc was enough to get us curious.

When TOI investigated further, we were rather surprised to find the real cause.

SRK was only visiting eye-specialist Dr Burjor P Banaji for a regular eye check-up. Incidentally, Banaji also happens to be the doctor who treated the late Balasaheb Thackeray. SRK's appointment lasted for nearly 45 minutes, and the superstar, quite graciously clicked pictures with the clinic staff.

From what we could gather, SRK complained of burning sensation in the eye. "A mild concern which inevitably strikes when you get closer to 50," said the good doctor.

source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-interviews/Shah-Rukh-Khans-secret-visit-to-a-local-clinic/articleshow/20791896.cms​

Chennai Express: Shahrukh Khan's tribute to Namma Rajinikanth

 Shahrukh Khan is slowly getting closer to Tamil Nadu by one or the other way. The Bollywood superstar in the recent years have made efforts to woo Tamilians. It all started with his Ra.One where he roped in Namma Rajinikanth to do an electrifying cameo. It undoubtedly gave the movie a decent market in Tamil Nadu where Hindi films hardly made good business. Well, his latest movie Chennai Express also has a Tamil connection. Well, not only the story is about a man falling in love with a Tamil 'ponnu (girl)', but also there are a few Kollywood actors, who have worked in the film. Recently, we saw Shahrukh Khan attending a Tamil film awards event and partying with Kollywood men too. Now, there is yet another reason to believe that Shahrukh Khan has a special place for Tamil Nadu and Kollywood men, as he is all set to have a special song in forthcoming Hindi movie Chennai Express on one of the biggest stars of Kollywood. It is none other than superstar Rajinikanth! Continue reading the story on the slideshow to know more about the track...

Read more at: http://entertainment.oneindia.in/tamil/news/2013/chennai-express-shahrukh-khan-tribute-rajinikanth-112858.html

Shah Rukh Khan, Shahid Kapoor to co-host IIFA awards 2013

 IIFA 2013 will be held at The Venetian Macao, the Official host destination partner and is supported by the Macau Government Tourist Office.

Shah Rukh Khan (L) and Shahid Kapoor addressing an awards ceremony in Mumbai in 2010. - AFP

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will play host at this year's IIFA awards along with Shahid Kapoor.

Khan last hosted hosted IIFA in 2005.

The award ceremony is returning to Macau for a second time this year after 2009.

The award show will see performances from Deepika Padukone, Madhuri Dixit and Abhishek Bachchan. Actor-director-choreographer Prabhudeva will perform with Sridevi in a dance off.

IIFA 2013 will be held at The Venetian Macao, the Official host destination partner and is supported by the Macau Government Tourist Office.

​Source: http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/1853009/report-shah-rukh-khan-shahid-kapoor-to-co-host-iifa-awards-2013​

Shah Rukh Khan ropes in Honey Singh for Chennai Express

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It looks like Shah Rukh Khan is determined to leave no stone unturned to ensure his latest project Chennai Express works out just fine. And then some more.

 

His latest brainwave is to get the much sought-after Honey Singh to compose a very special item song. A move that has apparently not gone down well with composers Vishal-Shekhar who have composed the rest of the songs in this eagerly-awaited film.

 

Says a source close to Honey Singh, "He was very pleasantly surprised to get a call from Shah Rukh about a  very special song."

 

Honey Singh is surprised to know that that one knows about his special song in Chennai Express.

 

Says the ebullient rock star, "I was very very surprised and happy to hear from Shah Rukh Bhai. He said he wanted me to do a particular song for Chennai Express and told me to do what I could. I wrote and composed the song while I was in Mauritius. Both Shah Rukh Bhai and I are huge Rajinikanth fans. This number is our tribute to Rajinikanth."

 

About Vishal-Shekhar's disapproval of his presence in the Chennai Express soundtrack Honey Singh shrugs, "What can I do? If Shah Rukh Bhai asked me to do a song I couldn't refuse. I am just doing my job to the best of my abilities.I can tell you this much. When the song comes out it will be a craze among not just Shah Rukh and my fans, but also among Rajini Sir's fans."

source: http://daily.bhaskar.com/article/ENT-shah-rukh-khan-ropes-in-honey-singh-for-chennai-express-4301300-NOR.html

Shah Rukh Khan back with a bang: 'Chennai Express' already a hit

I can now be an action hero but only with Rohit Shetty: SRK

One of the most anticipated films this year is 'Chennai Express' starring Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan and directed by Rohit Shetty.

The trailer of the film has been released and we aren't surprised with it being a visual delight. As this is Rohit and Shah Rukh's first time together so when Rohit was asked about working with SRK, he said, "It feels great; he is a lovely actor and a superb friend

.Even Shah Rukh had a take on this as he replied saying, "Rohit's hallmark is his vision for a film, the way he writes it and how his team works to get it on the celluloid. Genres whether it is comedy or action, his works speak volumes."

 

Regarding the action in the film he also credits Rohit saying, "It's easier to do action with the team that Rohit plans and organises than to do a love song in any film. It's completely harmless, safe and gentle. I can now be an action hero but only with Rohit Shetty."

 

As for Deepika and Shah Rukh coming back together on screen, Deepika feels, "This had to be as special as 'Om Shanthi Om' and I'm glad Rohit made 'Chennai Express' happen for both of us."

 

Regarding her onscreen chemistry with Shah Rukh she feels, "I didn't really have to fight with him; there are lot of arguments like lover's tiffs and it was fun to do that because I haven't had the opportunity to do so onscreen."

 

Deepika also puts some light on her character saying, "This is the first time I am playing a South Indian character with the accent, look and costumes. The environment and the experience of working with Rohit was also new to me. I have always been associated with the urbane rom-com love stories."

 

King Khan on the other hand talks about Deepika's excellence as an actress saying, "She has grown as an actor and whatever we wrote for her character I think she has surpassed that. It's fantastic to see her like that."

 

The trailer starts with some similar scenes from King Khan's movies and his name stays constant with 'Rahul'.

 

In the second scene Deepika is seen running in traditional attire to catch a train and SRK holds out his hand to her, reminding us of 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'.

 

Till that point you assume the film is about a romantic tale until there are these characters popping out of the nowhere with knives and guns threatening Shah Rukh.

 

It turns out that Deepika's dad is a Don (ironically it's not Shah Rukh) of an area and Shah Rukh is dragged into it somehow followed by a lot of action and drama keeping you glued to the screen. The movie is set to release this Eid and we wonder whether it will replace the chocolaty lover-boy image of SRK with that of an action hero.

Source: http://www.emirates247.com/entertainment/films-music/shah-rukh-khan-back-with-a-bang-chennai-express-already-a-hit-2013-06-22-1.511366