Rani excited about her reunion with Aamir & Kareena

Life has come full circle for Bollywood's feisty actress, Rani Mujherjee'>Rani Mukherjee with her upcoming film (tentatively titled THE ACT OF MURDER) being directed by Reema Kagti. The film is being touted as reunion of sorts as it not only marks the return of Rani with Aamir Khan, with whom she gave her first major hit in the form of GHULAM but also the coming together of Rani and Kareena, who last worked in MUJHSE DOSTI KAROGE (2002).

Rani gets nostalgic about her association with the superstar. 'It's always wonderful working with Aamir because I get to learn a lot from him. Aamir is one person who is a very close friend, with whom I began my career. I am looking forward to this film. Kareena and me both learn from him,' says Rani.

With respect to Kareena she says, 'It's great working with her! Kareena and I worked in the film MUJHSE DOSTI KAROGE about eight years back. And now we are back together so it is very exciting. We met recently and are really happy about the fact that we both are in the film'

It's quite surprising to know that the three highly talented actors of Bollywood Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji and Kareena Kapoor, who are known as powerhouse performers, who have acting in their blood, from whom people take their acting lessons, are attending acting workshops for their forthcoming film. 'We actors also keep studying. We have to keep going to our own finishing schools to refine our skills,' says the 32-year-old actor candidly.

When probed about the film title (THE ACT OF MURDER) Rani in her trademark style answered, 'Really is that the one? I am sorry I was not aware of the title.' 'I don't think this is true,' quips Rani.

With the merging of three stalwarts, Rani, Kareena and Aamir surely expect fireworks at the Box-office when the film releases!

Storm in Japanese garden over Salman-Kareena shoot

The shooting of Bollywood film Bodyguard starring Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor in the Pune Okayama Friendship Garden (POFG) has kicked up a storm of protest. Members of the Association of Friends of Japan (AFJ) and other regulars are miffed that people were denied use of the unique garden for the duration of the shoot and add that the facility was damaged by the film crew.

Angry with the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) for allowing the shoot, members of AFJ now plan to take up the matter with civic body, the state government and even the Okayama state government.

"We are very upset over the PMC's granting of permission for shooting at the garden.

It is shocking that we were not even informed about it, " said Sameer Khale, president, AFJ.

The PMC laid the garden with Japanese Government funds and technical support on the premises of the Pu La Deshpande Udyan on Sinhagad Road in 2003. This is the first time a Bollywood film is being shot there.

The shooting took place over the past three days. Over 2, 000 people who visit the POFG regularly were stopped from entering the premises. The PMC was paid Rs 50, 000 rent by the producer for the three days of shooting.

"I got to know about the shooting when I saw a crowd. We are taking up this issue with the PMC and the state government, with whom the agreement was made by the Okayama state to create a Japanese garden, " Khale said.

Anant Kulkarni, a senior citizen residing in the area, said that the PMC does not allow even visitors who are charged an entry fee of Rs 5 to step on the beautiful lawns, but it allowed the shooting in which the lawn was used in a big way. Kulkarni said the shooting also resulted in some damage to the lawns.

Mandira Chachar, POFG ticket window clerk, said, "We faced a lot of inconvenience as the garbage created by the crew of the film was a lot and out staff members had to do all the cleaning. On Sunday many senior citizens went back disappointed as the garden was closed the entire day. There is a total loss of Rs 10, 000 in revenue over these three days of shooting."

Gardener Viththal Chandare said that food for the crew was prepared on the premises of Pu La Deshpande Udyan and plastic plates and bottles were strewn around.

"We all heaved a sigh of relief after the crew left late in the evening on Monday, " he said.

Kareena to perform at National Games?

The opening ceremony of the 34th National Games here Feb 12 will see either Kareena Kapoor or Priyanka Chopra take part, while Katrina Kaif will perform at the closing ceremony Feb 27, an official said Saturday.

"We have awarded Cineyug contract for opening and closing ceremonies. In the opening ceremony, either Kareena or Priyanka Chopra will take part and Katrina Kaif will take part in the closing ceremony," a senior official told us.

"Cineyug has been awarded contract of Rs.10.50 crore and taxes will be paid in addition to it. Singer Sukhvinder will take part in the opening ceremony and 'Big Boss 4' winner Shweta Tiwari will be the anchor of the opening ceremony," the official added.

The closing ceremony will also see a performance by singer Shan.

President Pratibha Patil is likely to be chief guest at the opening ceremony here.

Bebo had a bout of food poisoning

It seems that the Kapoor girl –Kareena is facing a difficult time. The buzz was doing the rounds that Kareena was feeling unwell on the sets of her latest venture Bodyguard. Bebo had a bout of food poisoning. Kareena was shooting in Pune when she suddenly started feeling unwell. Kareena had to take bed rest for her condition and the shooting had to be halted.

Kareena is paired opposite to Salman Khan in the movie Bodyguard. The film is made on the lines of a Malayalam film which bears the same name.

The film is by Siddique while Salman Khan’s brother- in- law Atul Agnihotri and his wife Alvira Agnihotri are the producers of the film. Pritam Chakraborty has been roped in for the music in the film. In this film Salman dons a different look altogether.

It will be a far cry from what he has done in his blockbuster hit Dabbang.

Kareena will be essaying the role of a don’s daughter who is a college goer. Kareena also sports a different look in the film as she goes traditional for the film. Kareena wears a lot of Pakistani kurtas with oxidized jewellery.

Designer Manish Malhotra is trying to get Karenna’s look in the film right. Manish has even scouted for accessories in Pune, Delhi and Mumbai. Manish feels that Kareena will be a trendsetter with her ethnic look in the film.

News are doing the rounds that the makers plan to release Bodyguard on August 27.However with Bebo’s condition the production of the movie will be delayed

Shahrukh, Kareena to star in Angoor remake

MUMBAI: Shahrukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor may be seen together again if all works as planned.

It is said Rohit Shetty, the man behind Golmaal series, is planning to remake the funniest Hindi films of all times Angoor with Shahrukh and Kareena in the lead roles.

The news has it that Rohit Shetty is roping in Shahrukh for the role played by Sanjeev Kumar and Kareena for the role played by Moushumi Chatterjee in the original. It is also said that Tusshar Kapoor would play Deven Varma’s role in this comedy film.

Kareena Kapoor launches fitness book

The title of fitness book, penned by lifestyle and fitness expert Rujuta Diwekar, was inspired by actor Saif Ali Khan's remark that Indian women are concerned about their lifestyle improvement rather than a dietary regime.

Kareena has also written a note for readers in Diwekar's book, and also lent her voice for the audio book of the same title.

Speaking on the launch yesterday, Kareena said ''Bollywood is obssessed with carbohydrate-free diet, and that's not what she endorses. For her, carbs are not a dietary taboo and she can indulge herself in her favourite Indian breakfast of rotis or rice with dal, but always in the right proportions.'' The actress had also launched Diwekar's previous fitness book ''Don't Loose Your Mind Loose Your Weight''.

Kareena, who often starts her day with her favourite fruit-a banana- before her morning yoga followed by an Indian breakfast, said ''I don't endorse dieticians, but Rujuta has never stopped me from having anything. I've never heard her say 'No', only 'wait'.'' ''I followed her diet during my 15 days of Christmas holiday in Switzerland, and had cheese and chocolates, and I've never felt better and in shape. I'm glowing and I eat whatever I want to,'' she added.

Reema Kagti's brothel scenes in debate

Producers of Reema Kagti's new film are reportedly concerned over plans to shoot scenes in real brothels.

Portions of the film starring Rani Mukherji and Kareena Kapoor and produced by Bollywood star Aamir Khan were allegedly to be filmed in the brothels of Kamatipura.

But this is now up for debate after concerns were raised. News agency DNA reported a source as saying: "Firstly, it disturbs the daily routine of the area and the occupants fear that the shooting will disrupt their business. Moreover, there are some serious security concerns over shooting with stars of the stature of Aamir Khan, Rani and Kareena."

Neither Kapoor nor Mukherji have yet agreed to shoot the scenes, but according to reports the decision is in the hands of the director and producer.

"Aamir and Reema together will have the final word on the matter. If they decide on a real location then, of course, everything right from the security of the actors to the logistics will be sorted out," added the source.

Kareena Kapoor 'meets Hollywood agents'

Kareena Kapoor is said to have met with Hollywood agents in the US.

According to India Today, the actor met with casting agents in Las Vegas during the filming schedule of Stand By Me.

Although Kapoor is yet to appear in a non-Hindi production, she worked with actors Sylvester Stallone, Brandon Routh and Denise Richards on Kambakkth Ishq last year.

Bollywood stars Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Mallika Sherawat have both appeared in US films, but their international work has not been as commercially successful as their Indian cinema roles.

Dharma Productions' Stand by Me, which also stars Imran Khan, is to release later in 2011.

I am looking at scripts

Karisma Kapoor has said that she has started to look at film scripts again.

The actress, who has been largely absent from the big screen since her marriage, toldHarper's Bazaar that she is planning to work again at some point in the future.

"Yes, I am looking at scripts, and thankfully I get a lot of offers, but I've not zeroed in on any movie. I'm just enjoying myself, just being a bit laid back," she said.

Kapoor, whose marriage has been the ongoing topic of media speculation, refused to speak about her personal life in the magazine interview.

The star, who is best known for her performance opposite Aamir Khan in Raja Hindustani, commented: "I wouldn't like to answer any personal questions."