by Debasis Jana
Salaam-e-Ishq
The sheer magnificence of the cast is enough to set the adrenaline flowing.
Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, Govinda, Akshaye Khanna, John Abraham, Sohail Khan, Juhi Chawla, Priyanka Chopra, Vidya Balan, Ayesha Takia.
Bollywood's answer to Hollywood's 'Love Actually' may actually set the ball rolling in the new year as it is scheduled to hit the screens on 26th January.
Namastey London
Manoj Kumar is probably wondering how much of his 'Purab Aur Paschim', director Vipul Shah has borrowed.
Starring Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif and Upen Patel, shot in London by a Hollywood cinematographer.
Guru
Although Aishwarya and Abhishek have never clicked as a lead pair, 'Guru' has managed to generate a lot of curiosity, partly because it is directed by Mani Ratnam, and partly because its story is said to be based on Dhirubhai Ambabi's life.
It also stars Vidya Balan and Madhavan.
Veteran Mithun Chakrovorty plays an important role in this film and of course sultry Mallika Sherawat, who has done an item number to set the screen on fire.
Jhoom Barabar Jhoom
The title is borrowed from 'Jhoom barabar jhoom sharabi'; the super hit song of qawwal Jaani Babu.
Shaad Ali brings Bobby Deol, Abhishek Bachchan, Preity Zinta and Lara Dutta together in this summer release.
Big B makes a special appearance in the film.
Ram Gopal Varma Ke Sholay
If only because Ram Gopal Varma has had the audacity to attempt a remake of one of Bollywood's greatest blockbusters ever, this one will be keenly awaited by film buffs.
Amitabh Bachchan plays Gabbar Singh in the rehash.
Tara Rum Pum
The title has kiddy appeal that may be one reason why it's releasing in April when kids have vacations.
'Hum Tum' pair Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukherji plays lead in the film.
Siddharth Anand of 'Salaam Namaste' fame has directed it.
Jodha Akbar
India's super hero Hrithik Roshan will be seen in just one film in 2007, Ashutosh Gowariker's historical drama 'Jodha Akbar'.
He is paired with his 'Dhoom 2' heroine Aishwarya Rai.
Incidentally, it is rumoured that Ash will tie the knot after completing this film.
Traffic Signal
Nobody is really bothered about who stars in Madhur Bhandarkar's latest film because the filmmaker's name is enough.
'Page 3', 'Corporate' and now 'Traffic Signal' – three consecutive films by Madhur based on city life.
Aa Nachley
Cinematographer Anil Mehta turned director with this Yash Raj movie which will revolve around Madhuri Dixit, of course.
It will be Madhuri's comeback movie, where Madhuri will play a dance instructor.
Also starring Akshaye Khanna, Kunal Kapoor and Konkona Sen Sharma.
Saawariya
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's latest 'Saawariya' is estimated to cost over Rs. 40 crores and will introduce Rishi Kapoor's son Ranbir Kapoor and Anil Kapoor's daughter Sonam Kapoor.
'Saawariya' will also have Salman Khan and Rani Mukherji playing important roles.
Om Shanti Om
Choreographer-turned-director Farah Khan's second film with his favourite hero, Shah Rukh Khan.
Model Deepika Padukone will make her debut in this film. Deepika will play Shah Rukh's love interest.
Lajjo
Aamir and Kareena will finally come together in the Mani Ratnam film.
Initially Aishwarya was approached for playing the female lead, but later Kareena signed up.
As per industry grapevines, it's Aamir who insisted on Kareena.
Bhabhi Ji Ghar Pe Hain?
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