Jay Sean wants Anushka Sharma

After featuring Bipasha Basu in his music video for his hit single Stolen, there's buzz that UK based singer Jay Sean is now smitten by Anushka Sharma.

Sean, who is planning a short tour in the city this month, has expressed his desire to work with Sharma. The singer who's close friends with Priyanka Chopra is believed to be impressed with Anushka's looks and work in her last release.

A source says, "He wants to work with her in his next music video. There is a good chance that the two might be working together in the future."

Priyanka Chopra turns singer

Universal Music Group and Desi Hits have signed a worldwide recording agreement with award-winning Bollywood actor Priyanka Chopra.

As part of this global deal, Priyanka will release her debut music album in North America and other International markets.

A trained western Classical singer, Priyanka is currently 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. "Music has always been a passion and now I have been given the opportunity to share it with the world. I am privileged to be a part of the Universal Music - Desi Hits! family and to be working with some of the most illustrious names in the music industry. This is a fascinating new experience for me. I've already started working on the album. It's scary, but so very exciting as I begin this exciting new journey", added Priyanka

Priyanka Chopra to play role similar to Heroine?

Film maker Madhur Bhandarkar might be disappointed by the shelving of his most ambitious movie, Heroine due to actress Aishwarya Rai’s pregnancy. But now there are many candidates in the industry who are ready to be a part of the project.

There are possibilities that actresses like Kareena Kapoor or Priyanka Chopra might even be a part of the project instead of Ash. But for now, Priyanka has well in advance planned to essay the role of an actress, similar to that of Ash in another movie.

Priyanka and Shahid Kapoor are now preparing for their next venture with film maker Kunal Kohli. Now that Ash’s movie with Bhandarkar is shelved, the road is clear for Kohli, who is also preparing a movie based on the similar subject.

This was exactly the reason why the former Miss World 2000 winner refused to do Madhur Bhandarkar’s ‘Heroine’ as she had known that she was doing the same thing with Kohli. Its just that the setting is different and will have a more Kunal Kohli look to it. While all the Bhandarkar movies look dark and scary, Kohli might make it look colorful yet dark in his own style. If at all the Ash movie had worked out then both the movies would have definitely got in to competition.

SRK gifts Italian bike to Sanjay Dutt & acoustic guitar to Priyanka Chopra

We all know that Priyanka Chopra and Sanjay Dutt will be making a cameo in Shah Rukh's upcoming film Ra.One. Well, Dutt who willingly did the cameo in the film for free was 'repaid' with a thoughtful gift by SRK.

Dutt, whose passion for bikes is well known, received a gift worth approx Rs. 15 lakhs in the form of a high-end Italian cruiser bike from SRK! Speaking about this, Dutt said "I really appreciate what Shah Rukh has done. It's a thoughtful gesture."

And that's not all. Priyanka Chopra shot for Ra.One yesterday, despite it being her birthday. The shoot went on till late night. SRK however, thanked Priyanka in his own sweet way. Since Priyanka loves musical instruments, he gifted an expensive acoustic guitar to the actress, after the shoot.

Mahesh Bhatt finalises 'Blood Money' as title for next

New Delhi, July 18 : Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt has zeroed in on "Blood Money" as the title for his next project after he asked his followers on social networking site Twitter to give in their suggestions.

"BLOOD MONEY is the title for our Kunal Khemu and Amrita Puri film which is directed by a brilliant new director Vishal Mahadkar," Bhatt tweeted Monday.

As a term, blood money means a monetary compensation paid by an offender to the family of a murder victim. Whether Bhatt's movie is central to this term, is not known yet.

The movie was earlier tentatively titled "Jannat 2". But the filmmaker decided otherwise.

"Listening to you folks has made me decide not to call my new film 'Jannat 2'. Thank you! Acknowledging others makes them happier & u wiser," Bhatt had posted earlier

He has been quite active on Twitter and Facebook for taking audience views. He approached his friends and fans to help him finalise the main poster for the recently released "Murder 2" as well.

After success of 'Murder 2', Bhatts to make 'Murder 3'

New Delhi, July 17 : Sequels are here to stay in Bollywood, it seems.

After 'Double Dhamaal', the sequel of 'Dhamaal', proved to be a winner at the box office, Mohit Suri's 'Murder 2', the sequel of 'Murder', has also wowed the audience, prompting filmmakers Mahesh Bhatt and Mukesh Bhatt of Vishesh films (who produced 'Murder' and 'Murder 2') to announce that they would make 'Murder 3', trade sources said.

The huge opening taken by 'Murder 2' at the box office which trade sources say is the second biggest opening taken by a film this year, has led the Bhatts to make the decision to make 'Murder 3'.

Infact, the entire team of 'Murder 2', including director Mohit Suri, Mukesh Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt, feel that after the overwhelming public response to 'Murder` and `Murder 2`, the franchise must be taken forward.

Trade sources said the producers plan to rope in a fresh face for the casting of the female lead for 'Murder 3'. 

However, Emraan Hashmi, who has featured in 'Murder' as well as 'Murder 2', is certain to remain the male lead for 'Murder 3' as well.

Released in theatres on July 8, 'Murder 2, which featured Emrasan Hashmi as the male lead and model-turned actress Jacqueline Fernandez as the female lead, got a huge public response and is touted to be the biggest hit of the year interms of return for investment.

'Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster' is bolder than Murder 2 ": Rahul Mittra

New Delhi, Jul 18: It may have garnered a huge response from cinegoers across the country but the Mohit Suri-directed 'Murder 2' has also earned flak from several quarters for its depiction of women as mere sleazy sex objects.

"Audiences are wooed with bold subjects but end up getting a raw deal as these films lack content and a good storyline. Murder 2 is a case in point and though I have a lot of regard for Mr Mahesh Bhatt as a film maker, I was really disappointed to see his latest presentation," says producer Rahul Mittra'.

Rahul Mittra, who is ready with his production venture 'Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster', asserts that women have been often portrayed as sleazy sex objects in Indian cinema and that 'Murder 2' is a continuation of this trend.

Rahul asserts that his forthcoming flick 'Saheb biwi aur gangster' would redefine women protagonists in Indian cinema.

"SBAG will set some trends in the industry. As opposed to Jacqueline in 'Murder 2', Mahie Gill's character in 'Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster' represents a woman who knows what she wants and works towards achieving it. She's a woman on top and in control," he says.

"Our film is much more bolder than 'Murder 2' and thankfully richer in content. The audiences will surely love our twisted tale of lust and betrayal," Rahul said.

Directed by ace director Tigmanshu Dhulia and produced by Rahul Mittra's Brandsmith Motion Pictures, 'Saheb Biwi aur Gangster' is slated to hit screens in September.

The film's theatrical promo was launched on a grand scale with the release of 'Zindagi Na Miley Dobara' and the internet on July 15, garnering rave reviews across cine-goers, critics and Bollywood at large.

Starring Jimmy Shergill, Mahie Gill, Randeep Hooda, Vipin Sharma, Shreya Narayan, Deepal Shaw and Deepraj Rana, this much awaited movie is slated for a September release.

Priyanka Chopra turns 29 on Monday

Mumbai, July 18 : The Desi Girl of Bollywood Priyanka Chopra returned back to Mumbai on Saturday after spending a long vacation in US.

The B-Town sizzler is looking forward to spend some quality timne with her family as she turns 29 on Monday.

"Heading home..LAs been amazing..but looking forward to seeing my family..my dad n my brother esp with everything thats happenin wanna b home," Priyanka tweeted couple of days back.

But the busy actor of Bollywood has already started working on her films as she tweeted on her projects and works: "Back in Mumbai. Loving the rains. On my way to set to shoot for Ra.One. Should be super fun."

Meanwhile there is good news for her fans as a number of movies starrimg her are scheduled to hit the screens in the coming months.

On one hand she is busy shooting a cameo in the upcoming flick Ra.One featuring Shah Rukh Khan.

At the same time the first trailers of Farhan Akhtar's 'Don 2' featuring Khan and Piggy Chops have already hit the big screens.

"Lemme know what yall think of the trailer........." tweeted Priyanka.

Released in 2006, 'Don—The Chase Begins' featured both Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka in the lead roles

Priyanka Chopra turns 29

Mumbai, Jul 18 : Top Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra turned 29 today but is in no mood to celebrate her birthday after the 13/7 serial blasts in the Metropolis.

''I wish the carnage will stop as innocent people are becoming victims of the bomb blasts'', she said.

''It will only be a quiet dinner with a select few, people who matter to me'', the actor said, adding that she would be spending some quality time with her parents and brother. 

Priyanka returned to the city last week-end after a short trip to the US. 

The much-sought after actor has signed up some new and exciting projects. A number of movies, featuring Priyanka, are lined up for release in the coming months, industry sources said.

Gorgeous Katrina Kaif turns 27

Mumbai, July 16 : The gorgeous beauty of Bollywood and arguably the most sought after heroine of the Indian silver screen presently, Katrina Kaif, turns 27 on Saturday.

On Friday the most Googled actor's latest release 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' hit the silver screen and has already received good reviews from the critics and viewers.

The British beauty is seen sharing the screen space with the three most happening actors of Bollywood- Hrithik Roshan, Faran Akhtar and Abhay Deol and the 'Dev D' girl Kalki Koechlin.

The road story that deals with the adventures of Arjun (Hrithik Roshan), Imran (Farhan Akhtar) and Kabir (Abhay Deol) has been directed by Zoya Akhtar.

"Saw ZNMD last night-one word- Supppperrrbbbb- HRITHIK-FARHAN-ABHAY were a treat 2 watch- ZOYA u r a SuperStar.GO watch it now-n take a trip," Bollywood actor Ritesh Deshmukh tweeted.

Katrina is playing the character of 'Laila' who undoubtedly plays an important part in the film.

Meanwhile Katrina Kaif had said recently that she will not like to host reality show although a number of B-town actors have tried their hands in hosting or be a part of the reality shows, media reports said.

SRK, Salman Khan, Shatrughan Sinha, Madhuri Dixit, Amitabh Bachchan all have hosted the popular Television shows at some point of their career.

However, her fans will see her more on the silver screen in the future as her upcoming film opposite Imran Khan 'Mere Brother Ki Dulhan' will hit the silver screen this year.

How Shahid managed Sonam's friendship?

Bollywood hottie Sonam Kapoor is known as a fashion icon. And she has put down a lot of conditions for her to call someone her friend. What are the conditions.

This pretty lass prefers her friends to be stylish or to quote the lady herself, should be  "fashionable"! Can you believe it? But now let us tell you who is letting the cat out of the bad. It is her co - star Shahid who said divulged the secret.


Shahid Kapoor during the first look launch of his movie MAUSAM said, "Sonam has very high fashion standards. She doesn't entertain people whose fashion standards don't match hers. Therefore you have to dress and look in a certain way and get an approval on it!

Fortunately through the making of this film I tried to educate myself on that and I hope that I'll have a stamp of approval on it!"

Well, Sonam like your unique fashion standards you also have unique sense of choosing friends!

It's Emraan Hashmi all the way for Vishal Bhardwaj

Mumbai, July 14 : It seems it's Emraan Hashmi or nothing for Vishal Bhardwaj's film "Daayan"! After some actresses said no to working with the actor in the supernatural thriller, the filmmaker made it very clear that Emraan was his top priority.

"Both Vishal and (producer) Ekta Kapoor believe Emraan is the fulcrum of the script and the only non-negotiable member of the cast."

"Vishal thinks Emraan has huge potential. He wanted to cast Emraan in '7 Khoon Maaf' in the role that Irrfan Khan eventually did but it didn't work out. 

"Emraan is in demand with several topnotch filmmakers. Rohan Sippy who wanted to cast him in 'Dum Maro Dum' is casting the actor in his next. Dibakar Banerjee chose Emraan at the cost of losing Katrina Kaif in his new film 'Shanghai'," the source added. 

Vishal will shoot "Daayan" in the next couple of months. 

The hunt for the three leading ladies is almost over.

Said a source close to the project: "The minute it was made known that all the three leading ladies' parts were equally important, a queue of girls showed up at Vishal's doorstep."

The last we heard, Jacqueline Fernandez, Chitrangda Singh and Mahie Gill had been shortlisted for the three parts

Heart goes out to Mumbai blast victims: Big B

New Delhi, July 14 : Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has sympathized with the families of the victims of the serial blasts that rocked Mumbai on Wednesday, terming them a "dark night" for the city and a "dark moment" for the nation.

"Another dark night in the city of Mumbai and another dark moment for the nation. Blasts in three of the most congested areas of the city; have been devastated by IEDs, improvised explosive devices, causing deaths to many and injured into hundreds..," Amitabh posted late Wednesday on his blog bigb.bigadda.com.

Big B said his family's hearts go out to those affected.

"Many of our friends and well wishers have been sending in messages of concern to us. We are all safe, but our hearts go out to the families of those that have lost their lives and have been injured," he said.

"Yet again our city of Mumbai has been made the target of a brutal attack. Once again there shall be concerned voices raised by those in authority. Once again Mumbai will show its resilience and get back to work as rapidly as possible," he added. 

The 68-year-old criticized people who try to "capitalise" on such incidents. 

"Once again TV channels shall give exclusive reports from the site of the action, claiming, how they were the first to bring this tragedy to your doorstep. At the end of the day, even when you are fighting an adversary, the desire, by certain forces to capitalize on the situation does not change," he said.

Bachchan was upset with the way how everytime the city came under attack, it was soon "forgotten".

"And it does leave a very bad taste in the mouth. Once again the city shall limp back to normalcy and in a few months the incident will be forgotten. Fresh and more inventive topics shall rule the roost," he added.

The Bachchan family was in Delhi to attend a ceremony where Amitabh's daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was to be conferred with top French honour "Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters". However, after the news of the blast, that killed at least 17 people and injured 131, they chose to postpone the event.

Salman is a good friend of mine: Katrina Kaif

New Delhi, July 13 : Actress Katrina Kaif, who usually remains tight-lipped about her relationship status, told a fan that she is currently enjoying her time with family and that Salman Khan is her good friend.

During a chat with her fans on Airtel's "Talk2Me" platform, when the 26-year-old was quizzed about her relationship, she said: "At the moment I am just with my family and nothing going on like that."

When a fan said that people feel she looks good with Salman Khan, the British-born actress said: "Ya, he is a good friend of mine."

The two were reportedly seeing each other but broke off last year.

The actress is currently busy promoting her upcoming film "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara", also starring Hrithik Roshan, Abhay Deol, Farhan Akhtar and Kalki Koechlin. The film directed by Zoya Akhtar will hit the screens Friday.

Kunal back to books for flying exam

Actor Kunal Kapoor, whose second passion after acting is flying planes, is busy with physics and mathematics queries for his flying exam so that he can get his licence soon.

Kunal has been been spending a considerable amount of time locked up in his study for good results and enjoying going back to books.

"I remember, in school, I used to dread exams but for an actor, every Friday is like the biggest possible exam. So now, every other exam really seems like a cakewalk. And it's actually great fun going back to books. It takes you back to your college and school days, especially the dozing off before the end of the lecture bit. I am loving the experience!" said Kunal.

The 33-year-old will be seen next in Farhan Akhtar's "Don: The Chase Continues" with Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra.

Khiladi Kumar's karate kick!

Mumbai, July 12 -- Currently in Malaysia attending the 12th MILO International Karate Championships, along with the winners of the Akshay Kumar's Karate Tournament 2010, Mehul Vora, the man who helped Akshay Kumar pioneer the biggest ever martial arts movement in Indian karate, is humbled at how the small initiative has turned into such a colossal sporting event.

If that wasn't all, the expert is also very excited with Akshay Kumar 's bigger ambitions of introducing Combat Karate at the Invitational National Karate Championship 2012. Says Vora, chief technical director of the tournament "Combat Karate is traditional style with emphasis on full contact sparring and self-defense techniques for survival, It is know by several names such as Kudo and Daidojuku."

Impressed with the sport popularly practiced in the underground sectors of South East Asia, Akshay Kumar along with Mehul Vora, aim to full fledgedly introduce it in the country with courses that will range from two months to five years, at academies, which will have branches all over India with Mumbai as its headquarter.

Talking about working with his mentor Akshay Kumar on the venture and Vora says, "The Shihan (teacher's teacher), as we call him, is very hard working, extremely dedicated, and down to earth. He expects all of us to excel like him, and is always there, when we need him. It's been an amazing decade knowing and working with him."

He goes on to say that while not many know that Akshay, while working on the 7 Deadly Sins Series, was simultaneously shooting for a film in Manali.

He says, "He (Akshay Kumar) would attend his shoot till late nights, wake at 4 am, shoot for the serial and go back for his film shoot. This made me just look up to the man. I am his follower till date and will be forever."

Initially, Hrehaan was a bit slow but eventually swam showing an excited papa Hrithik that he can

Mumbai, July 12 -- Farzad Billimoria started his aquatic training centre, Aqua Personal, in 1994. He specialises in introducing children to basic swimming and dealing with aqua phobia. Over the years, the ace swimmer has become famous for training celebrity kids as well as their parents and teaching new techniques to the rich and the famous.

"It was very exciting to meet Akshay Kumar, better still when he mentioned that he wanted come to me to brush up on his technique. His wife Twinkle was very involved in their son Aarav's training too," he says. Farzad's other celebrity clients include Mohinder Amarnath, Sonali Bendre, Tanya Deol, Diandra Soares, Mia, Hrehaan (Hrithik Roshan's son), Ranveer (Sonali Bendre's son), Zidanne (Zayed Khan's son), Maiesha (Rani Mukerjee's niece), Abrez (Akbar Khan's Son), Neevan (Sonu Niigaam's son), Azaan and Fizaa (Farah Khan Ali's children), Dharam (Bobby Deol's son) and Naomi (Twinkle Khanna's niece).

Talking about his start pupils, Farzad says, "Hrehaan, initially, was a bit slow but eventually swam showing an exited papa Hrithik that he can. Zidanne was an underwater swimmer. The moment you left him, he would go under water and start shouting out to his mom Malika to see him. Dharam was a bit scared initially, but after learning to swim, gave me a peck on my cheek and said I'm his best teacher. Tanya Deol was a fast learner. On the other hand, Sonali Bendre took some time but both were very interested in perfecting their strokes."

Cricketer Mohinder Amarnath was the first celeb to train under Farzad: "Because of regular exercising, Mohinder was a bit stiff. I had to completely relax him. Once he started swimming there was no stopping him."

Recently, Farzad trained, Diandra Soares and Mia for Khatron Ke Khiladi 4. The duo trained for underwater breathing techniques, stamina building exercises, diving, how to focus and not panicking and facing obstacles. He says, "Both Diandra and Mia were very focused and would work hard towards achieving their goals."

I'm the only hero to fly a F-16: Shahid Kapoor

Mumbai, July 11 : Actor Shahid Kapur, who had the rare experience of flying multirole jet fighter aircraft F-16 to adapt traits of a fighter pilot for his forthcoming film "Mausam", takes pride in being the only film actor to have flown that ultimate flying machine.

"I was quite fortunate that I flew an F-16 fighter plane. I don't think any other actor has ever flown a F-16. Even when actor Tom Cruise had done 'Top Gun' he had flown an F15. I was very fortunate to get that opportunity. It was a very exciting experience for me," Shaid told reporters at the first look of the film at the PVR here Monday.

The actor had flown the American fighter aircraft at the AeroIndia defence exhibition in Bangalore earlier this year.

Sharing his overwhelming experience, Shahid reveals: "Honestly I was not fond of flying in a plane but when I actually sat in it and flew it I was so excited that I started shouting. It was probably the most exhilarating experience one could have. I am someone who loves speed anyway.

"So, the fact that I was sitting in a F-16 and I was a co-pilot was unbelievable. I also went through G force. If you know when you fly such a plane you can go up to G9. G1 is when you feel your body weight; G2 is when you feel two times your body weight. He (The co-pilot) took me up to G6. That's something I would take through my grave with me."

"I think it was required to understand my part better and it helped me to understand what all goes to become a fighter pilot," he added.

Shaid closely followed the mannerisms of the Indian Air Force pilots in the bases he visited and maintains that he is completely in awe of their attitude.

"I visited some air force bases to meet some air force pilots; I sat on the aircraft, I put on the G-suit, observed how they walk with the helmet. All things like that which actually gives you some kind of perspective of what it is to be representing the country and to be the part of the arm force and to be an Air Force pilot.

"It's interesting to know that the value of an air force pilot is Rs.300 crore in an average because that's the money invested to make an air force officer over a period of time. He is an extremely valuable commodity. They are taken extremely good care of. They all met me like 'Oh tu to hero hai, haan thik hai'. They all have this attitude, which is awesome. They are the real heroes," said Shahid.

The directorial debut of his actor father Pankaj Kapur, "Mausam" is a love story with actress Sonam Kapoor playing the lead opposite him.

"'Mausam' is about season of love. It's about different emotions and different situations that the couple goes through. That's the theme of the film," said Shahid.

"Mausam" is set to hit theatres Sep 16.

'Zindagi Na Milegi...' - about love, life, friendship

New Delhi, July 11 : After enjoying a madcap image of youth in "Delhi Belly", it's time to take a fun-filled trip with another bunch of guys - Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar and Abhay Deol in the exotic locales of Spain in "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara", which releases Friday.

If city-centric "Delhi Belly" took a peep into the lives of a section of youngsters through three friends, "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" too is an urban drama where three friends venture out to have some fun time together.


Directed by Farhan's sister Zoya Akhtar and produced under the banner Excel Entertainment, "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" is about a holiday that changes the lives of three best friends - Arjun (Hrithik), Imraan (Farhan) and Kabir's (Abhay) forever.


The film was previously titled "Running With The Bulls" but the name was later changed to the present one. It is the second directorial venture of Zoya after critically acclaimed "Luck By Chance".


Kabir, a wealthy young man who works with his father's construction company in Mumbai, is engaged to Natasha (Kalki Koechlin), daughter of a hotelier. Kabir wants to go on an extended bachelor party with his best friends Arjun, and Imraan, before he ties the knot with her and invites them to join him.


London-based Arjun is a financial trader who works at a huge firm. As he grew up without a father and lived a tough life, so his entire focus is to get bigger, better and faster, while Imraan is a copywriter who works at an advertising agency in Delhi.


When Kabir offers to take them on a vacation, Imraan readily agrees, but Arjun is reluctant as he is too tied up in his work. However, after much cajoling he agrees and thus starts their Spain sojourn.


All three meet up in Barcelona and set off on an adventure that helps them iron out their differences, get rid of their fears and alter their perception about various things in life. The holiday turns out to be a lesson in life for them and force them to break out of the box. The three-week journey changes their lives forever.


As luck would have it, Laila, played by Katrina Kaif, a bohemian fashion student from London is also there. She takes time off to teach diving every year and this time she decided to do it in Spain, where she meets Arjun, Imraan and Kabir.


The mega-budget film has been extensively shot in Barcelona, Pamplona, Bunyol, Andalucia, Egypt and Mumbai.


The La Tomatina festival of Spain was re-created for the shoot of the song "Ik Junoon". It was shot in Bunyol, Valenci, in Spain. Almost 16 tons of tomatoes were used for the shoot and were flown in from Portugal. The film has already created a lot of buzz with its songs and promos.


After a long time Abhay got an opportunity to work in a mainstream commercial film and it also gave him a chance to make good friends with his co-stars Farhan and Hrithik in real-life. While shooting for the film, the three did some adventure sports like skydiving and scuba-diving.


Zoya has also made the three lead actors of the film sing a song "Senorita", composed by trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, is a rage among people.

'Delhi Belly' under attack in Kolhapur

Kolhapur (Maharashtra), July 11 : Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) activists Monday protested outside two cinema halls here exhibiting the latest Aamir Khan production "Delhi Belly" due to its "vulgar and objectionable" content, police said.

The managements were forced to cancel the afternoon shows.

Over 50 angry NCP activists, led by local corporators Anil Pharat and Prakash Gaondi, created ruccus at the Padma and Parvati cinema halls where the afternoon shows had started.

They shouted slogans, tore off the movie posters and banners and attempted to barge into the theatre premises, demanding cancellation of the show.

Their ire was also directed at the censor board, which they said had cleared objectionable dialogues, explicit erotic scenes and the song "DK Bose".

The protesters demanded deletion of the song, offensive dialogues and explicit scenes on grounds that they corrupted the mind of the youth, especially college students, who have been queuing up to watch the movie.

Police said that around 20 NCP activists were detained and additional security has been provided at the two cinema halls.

An officer from Kolhapur's Laxmipuri police station said that the NCP had told the two theatre managements and the police Sunday that the party members will demonstrate if the shows were not cancelled.