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The new look of the Filmfare Awards
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With award functions growing like weeds on every other TV channel, the entertainment industry's oldest award ceremony the Filmfare Awards is feeling the heat.
And in a bid to maintain their exclusivity and distinction, this year the Filmfare Awards will be a small black tie event with only the crme de la crme of the industry allowed in. A representation of Preity's gown
Says a member on the board of Filmfare, "We want to make the Filmfare Awards a close-knit event for the film fraternity to interact with each other. These days, award functions are not exclusive for film personalities, who have to rub shoulders with income-tax officers and politicians and their families. There are about 7,000 guests at any award function and everyone is allowed in. This is our attempt to bring back a level of dignity and credibility to award functions in the country. So this year's Filmfare Awards will only be of the fraternity, for the fraternity and by the fraternity."
"For the first time in the history of Filmfare, the function will be an indoor event, the venue being the Yash Raj Studios at Andheri. "The venue is a complete contrast from our previous venues which were huge grounds around the city. We have sent out only 700 invitations, 500 of whom will be celebrities. Also, no guests will be allowed in. The cards have the names of the celebrities embossed on them, so they won't be transferable," adds Filmfare's board member.
Does that mean that the press won't be allowed in either? "They will be allowed in but only on the red carpet. Unfortunately, there won't be enough space for them in the Studio 1 of Yash Raj , where the awards will be conducted," adds the board member.
The buzz goes that the celebrities are extremely excited about this formal Oscar-like affair. The member says, "Yes, the celebrities are thrilled that they will have some privacy with their own fraternity. They are busy losing weight and contacting their designers to figure out what to wear. No sneakers, no jeans or casuals will be allowed. It's going to be a stylish event with Kareena Kapoor and Preity Zinta opting for gowns." A representation of Priyanka's gown
Another striking change in this function is that there will be no live performances. The board member adds, "Performances will be recorded separately, interspersed with the show when it is televised. Also the jury has both national as well as internationally renowned personalities. Believe me, it will be special!"
Who is wearing what?
Falguni Peacock who will be designing for Priyanka Chopra says, " We have yet to finalise the dress, but it will be a long , flowy outfit either in emerald green, or cobalt blue, two colours that suit Priyanka very well."
Manish Malhotra will be designing for Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit, Kareena Kapoor and Urmila Matondkar. He says, " I will decide in the next few days as to who is wearing what. I will also be designing for Sridevi's performances. I am very excited. Kareena's gown is also being decided, and it will be keeping with her style- smart and yet not in your face.
Neeta Lulla will be designing for Rani Mukherji. She says, " I'm meeting Rani tomorrow to decide her look. I'll probably be able to tell you in a day or two."
| Sanjay, Aishwarya win at Stardust awards By Businessofcinema.com Team | |
| 19 February 2007, 08:44 AM | |
| MUMBAI: Mithun Chakraborty was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award at the Stardust Awards 2007 held at the MMRDA grounds in Mumbai on Sunday evening. A strong Bollywood turnout and a number of performances by actors marked the function, that was compered by filmmaker Kunal Kohli and actor Amrita Arora. Actors Sanjay Dutt and Aishwarya Rai took home the awards for best actor and best actress for their films, Lage Raho Munnabhai and Dhoom:2, respectively. Among those who performed at the event were Kareena Kapoor, Emraan Hashmi, Lara Dutta, and Kangana Ranaut. Saif Ali Khan, who was scheduled to perform, however, took ill and could not attend the function. Among those who attended the function were Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Adnan Sami, Kunal Kapoor and Rajkumar Hirani amongst others. Mithun Chakraborty's son Mimoh was also present when his father was presented with the lifetime achievement award for his contribution to the Indian film industry and creating a legacy that will never be forgotten. Since Abhishek Bachchan was shooting in Bikaner, his award for the Best Supporting Actor (male) in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna was received by Amitabh Bachchan, who in turn, gave the award for Best Actor of the year (female) to Aishwarya Rai. On the other hand, Saif Ali Khan's award for Best Actor in a negative Role (male) for Omkara was collected by producer Kumar Mangat. The winners of the Stardust Awards 2007 are as follows:
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MUMBAI: At a glittering ceremony attended by the who's who of Bollywood, Abhishek Bachchan won the Best Actor in Supporting Role award for Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna, while fiance Aishwarya Rai won the Star of the Year - Female award for her role in Dhoom II at the Stardust awards. The function was held at the MMRDA Grounds here on Sunday night. Rang De Basanti was announced as the Pride of the Industry, whereas actor Sanjay Dutt won the Star of the Year - Male award for his role in Lage Raho Munnabhai. While collecting his award, the maker of Rang De Basanti Rakyesh Om Prakash Mehra said, ''This is a special award, and this film is especially for the people of India.'' As Abhishek was out of town, father Amitabh Bachchan collected the award on his behalf. Amid huge applause, he also gave away the trophy to his soon-to-be-daughter-in-law Ash. Teenage heartthrob Kunal Kapoor won the award for Best Breakthrough Performance - Male for his role in Rang De Basanti. While collecting the trophy Kunal said, ''I was very confused while growing up as I did not know which profession to choose, until I found my calling in acting. I have changed my profession numerous times. I even did some bizarre things like exporting mangoes.'' The Dream Director of the Year award was given to Rajkumar Hirani for Lage Raho Munnabhai. The Editors Choice award for best performance went to Kareena Kapoor for her role in Omkara. The Editors Choice Best Director award went to Vishal Bharadwaj for Omkara. |
Embellishing the front row seats were Bollywood bigwigs like Sanjay Dutt, Mithunda with son Mimoh, Preity Zinta, Rakeysh Mehra, Sanjay Gadhvi, and Sonali Kulkarni. Not far behind were Boman Irani, Kunal Kapoor, Dia Mirza, Hema Malini, Shamir Tandon, Minissha Lamba and Upen Patel. Award-winners, who might have heard a word or two from little birdies, were also present - Ayesha Takia, Shiney Ahuja, and Kangana Ranaut to name a few. Amitabh Bachchan made a grand entry with to-be bahu Aishwarya Rai, just in time to receive a star-tipped statuette on behalf of son Abhishek. The junior Bachchan bagged an award for the Best Actor in Supporting Role for his stint in Karan Johar's KANK.
Entertaining dance acts were thrown in to keep the A-list audience alive. Bebo did a Don, inevitably followed by Yeh Mera Dil, which she had also performed with Helen at the Screen Awards. The audience swooned to Emraan Hashmi's moves. Lara Dutta's retro act was absolutely hot.
The awards night turned into a laugh riot when Kunal Kohli spontaneously walked down the stage to chat with the stars. He asked Sanjay Dutt, "Munnabhai Amerika jaakey George Bush ko kya kahenge?" Dutt quipped, "Gandhigiri sikhaa denge. "
Adnan Sami was overwhelmed by the rave reaction that he received from the audiences. The masses went crazy when the talented singer arrived on stage to present the award for The New Musical Sensation - Male. Kunal Kohli who shared the stage with the singer complimented Adnan for losing oodles of weight. Adnan accepted the compliment adding that "My mom says I've lost a human being."
Rajkumar Hirani won the Dream Director award for his brilliant directorial venture Lage Raho Munnabhai. Sanjay Dutt was the proud holder of 'Star of the Year' award for his lead performance in Lage Raho Munnabhai. Amitabh Bachchan mounted the stage to announce the award for the Star of the Year - Female. No points for guessing the winner! Aishwarya Rai courteously touched sasurji's feet before accepting the award from him. All's well that ends well. A fire-lit sky bade farewell to the guests as the curtains fell on Max Stardust awards night.
Hrithik on a roll
We caught Hrithik Roshan perfecting his every step while rehearsing for the 52nd Fair One Filmfare Awards, 2006
Aditi Jayakar Kane
Hrithik Roshan rehearsing for the 52nd Fair One Filmfare awards
When we read about Hrithik's illness in the papers just a day before his performance for the 52nd Fair One Filmfare Awards, 2006, we were wondering how the star would be able to perform. However, the moment Hrithik entered dressed in black body-hugging suit we forgot all our worries. Here was Hrithik with just as much Dhoom in him as ever before.
The performances of the ace dancer went off brilliantly, with Hrithik getting the sequence correct in just one take most of the time. But the dancers of Shiamak's troupe were equally a dream to watch with vivid outfits that looked stunning on perfectly sculptured bodies. Hrithik reviewed each performance of his on the screen and only okayed the takes when he was satisfied. In one incident, he wasn't too happy with a shot and told the light guys to black out everyone on stage but himself. It was done the change in effect was dramatic!
During another seqeunce Hrithik couldn't get his breakdance perfect as there wasn't enough friction on the stage. An assistant scraped the soles of his shoes with a knife to give him a better grip, but Hrithik would not perform till he had Pepsi. The Pepsi was brought, but far from drinking it, Hrithik poured it on the studio floor and stepped into it. The sticky nature of the cola gave him enough grip for a great performance!
Hrithik's first performance was his trademark ' Ek pal ka jeena' from Kaho Na Pyaar Hai, followed by 'Main hoon don', from Don. He also performed to 'Dhoom machale'. But 'Rock n roll soniye', which he has performed with kids was by far the most endearing. About 50 youngsters dressed in bright orange saris and black suits put their best foot forward along with Hrithik in this number.
The associate sponsors are Bisleri and Ashrafi Finance. The television partner is Sony Television.
Starry starry night
The Yash Raj studios saw drama and show in equal measure as the 52nd Fair One Filmfare Awards 2006 unfurled on February 24, 2007. Among the first to arrive were the Bachchans accompanied by Amar Singh and soon to be daughter in law Aishwarya Rai. They took the first row with Yash Chopra. AbhiAsh were in high spirits joking with Sikander Kher and greeting those who came to congratulate them warmly.
However a large part of the fraternity remained absent. Soha Ali was the only one from Saif's family, Salman Khan, John (who's left for the Oscars), Kajol and Ajay Devgan (It being their wedding Anniversary), Shahid Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Vidya Balan, Sushmita Sen were all conspicuous by their absence. The concept of an 'intimate' affair was appreciated as Shabana Azmi told the organisers, "Why didn't you think of this earlier?" She did mention that she couldn't bring her friend with her due to non-transferability of passes.
As an after thought, one must wonder whether an intimate affair where stars mingle with their others from their fraternity, works today, with the existing 'Camp culture'. The Roshans stuck with the Roshans, the Bachchans with the Bachchans, the Kapoors with the Kapoors and the rest stuck with their colleagues from nominated films. And no sooner was the last Award announced than the stars began marching down the red carpet and into their BMWs, leaving back little sparkle in the exquisite dining area marked for them to catch up. The main sponsor of the award function was Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd. The associate sponsors were Bisleri International Pvt Ltd and Ashrafi Financial World Company Ltd.
TV partner was Sony Entertainment Television. The ground sponsors for the event were YRF Studios, Bright Advertising Agency (Outdoor partner), Radio Mirchi ( Media partner), Ray Ban (Gift partner), Blue Foods ( Food partner), Johnnie Walker, Raja Rani (Travel partner), Cineyug ( Show direction), Times Now ( English news channel partner), Airtel (Communication partner), IBN 7 (Hindi news channel partner),360 degree (Event management), Rapport Global Events, Harshan Travels, Varsha - artrageous ( Set designer), and Bharatbala Productions Pvt Ltd.
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