Suniel Shetty

Suniel Shetty: I am returning to my janmabhoomi

May 172018

Marking his Kannada debut after a 27-year-long-career, Suniel Shetty says he has two South ventures

Suniel Shetty

Surprisingly, Suniel Shetty has taken 27 years to mark his debut in the Kannada film industry, Unsurprisingly, the actor, adhering to his image of being an action hero, has picked a film based on boxing for his foray. In addition to this, Shetty has also signed a multi-lingual, fantasy-action-adventure-drama, titled Marakkar – The Lion Of Arabian Sea. The movie, based in the 15th century, revolves around sea pirates. It also apparently deals with the life of Kunjali Marakkar IV, a former Muslim naval chief.

Shetty tells mid-day that he is excited to work in a Kannada film, given that he hails from Karnataka. “Mumbai is my karmabhoomi, and Karnataka is my janmabhoomi. I am going back to my janmabhoomi after being in Bollywood for 27 years.”

Priyadarshan

A source reveals that the period film, to be directed by Priyadarshan, will also feature Nagarjuna and Mohanlal. “It will be in four languages [Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam] and will be mounted on a budget of Rs 150-crore, and will be along the lines of Pirates Of The Caribbean.”

Suniel Shetty says he is excited to collaborate with his co-actors, celebrated stars from the South Indian film industry. “I am working with my three favourites – Nag, Lal sir and Priyan. I have done many remakes of Lal sir’s films. I look up to Nag. Even today, he looks like he’s 26 [years old].”

Also read: Suniel Shetty and daughter Athiya to share screen space together for first time

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Here's what transpired at Salman Khan's 52nd birthday on his Panvel farmhouse

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Dec 272017

Bollywood Salman Khan rang in his 52nd birthday at his Panvel farmhouse, with kin and close friends in attendance and here’s a detailed list of what transpired there

Until last year, the highlights of a Salman Khan birthday party would be a decadent bash and a bevvy of Bollywood stars surrounding the Dabangg actor. But that’s not the case anymore.

Salman Khan

Keeping a low profile like last year, Khan rang in his 52nd birthday in the company of his family and close friends at his Panvel farmhouse last night. A source says, “This birthday is all the more special for Salman because Tiger Zinda Hai is ruling the box office.

Arbaaz Khan

The film’s director Ali Abbas Zafar and Salman’s co-star and friend Katrina Kaif were with him last night. While the celebrations were grand, the guest list wasn’t. It comprised only his close friends and family.”

Suniel Shetty

Khan reached Panvel earlier in the day with parents Salim and Salma Khan, brothers Arbaaz and Sohail, sisters Alvira and Arpita, brothers-in-law Atul Agnihotri and Aayush Sharma, and his rumoured ladylove Iulia Vântur. Sisters Amrita Arora Ladak and Malaika Arora, Suniel Shetty and Huma Qureshi were also present.

MS Dhoni

While Khan’s Race 3 co-star Jacqueline Fernandez was out of town, Anil Kapoor and producer Ramesh Taurani dropped by. Khan’s close friend Sajid Nadiadwala was also present.

Iulia Vantur

“Katrina, Ali, and cricketer MS Dhoni and wife Sakshi travelled to Panvel after attending Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s reception last evening. Salman’s former girlfriend and Alvira’s close friend, Sangeeta Bijlani, was also in attendance,” says the insider.

Anil Kapoor

A guest from the venue tells mid-day that the bash was an intimate affair with less than 100 guests in attendance. “They were requested to not post pictures on social media until the party got over. The party took place in the garden, which was lit up. Salman’s sisters Alvira and Arpita looked after the food menu.

Sangeeta Bijlani

The spread comprised Indian cuisine, including kebabs and biryani. Iulia and Salman danced to Baby Ko Bass Pasand Hai.” The source adds that Khan has a special gift for his fans. “His brand, Being Human Clothing, is giving a flat 50 per cent off to patrons today.”

Katrina Kaif and Ali Abbas Zafar

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Suniel Shetty irked over JP Dutta's 'Paltan' walked out news

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Nov 022017

Suniel Shetty has been giving his love to the Paltan unit on social media. J P Dutta is shooting in Ladakh for the war-based drama. This follows speculation that the actor has walked out of the project, but Shetty says his fondness for Dutta goes beyond films.

Suniel Shetty

“You don’t walk out of the movie of a man who helped mould you into the actor (sic),” he writes. Point noted, Anna, but there is no smoke without fire.

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After Sonam Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan scolds Ranveer Singh on Twitter

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Jul 142017

After calling out actor Sonam Kapoor on Twitter last month for not replying to his birthday wishes, veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan has now reprimanded Ranveer Singh for doing the same.

Take a look:
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On June 12, Sonam had replied to actor Suniel Shetty’s tweet, in which he had wished her on her birthday. Amitabh, clearly not happy that Sonam had not replied to his birthday messages, wrote, “ And what about ME .. this is Amitabh Bachchan my dear .. i sent you an sms on your birthday and you never replied ..aaarrrgghh !! (sic)” Sonam replied with an apology.

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Ranveer, who celebrated his 32nd birthday on July 6, was replying individually to everyone who had wished him from the film industry. Amitabh tagged Ranveer and posted, “Hey .. but what about my intention .. sent you sms greetings for your birthday .. did not get a reply .. did you see it .. !?? (sic)” This time, quick-witted Ranveer skillfully managed to turn the tables. He responded: “Except that i TOTALLY replied! I just cross checked it too! You were in fact one of the first to even wish!”.

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He followed it up with another tweet, praising Amitabh, “And it’s the little things like these, that make you THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME !!! #bachchan #GOAT I’m blessed that you even know i exist!”

Trust the Bajirao Mastani actor to outsmart even the Shahenshah of Bollywood, without being rude! Well played, Ranveer.

The Trailer Of A Gentleman Has Sidharth Malhotra In Equal Parts Of Sundar Susheel And Risky

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Jul 102017

The much awaited trailer of ‘A Gentleman’ starring Sidharth Malhotra and Jacqueline Fernandez finally dropped today. Sidharth looks quite entertaining in a double role of the ‘susheel’ Gaurav and the risky Rishi.

One of them is a sensible, mundane man stuck in a sorted corporate life, while the other is a wanted bad guy who plays with guns. Amidst all of this is a woman with a great body but negative acting skills, Jacqueline Fernandez.

The trailer looks entertaining and this action-comedy movie looks like the ‘paisa vasool’ type. The baddie in the scenario is being played by Suniel Shetty who, going by his recent pictures, is ageing in reverse.

The movie is scheduled to release on 25th August.