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Say Shava Shava Article # 1
Strange are the ways of showbiz. Simi Garewal and Karan Johar, the hosts of two most fiercely competitive celebrity talk shows, Rendezvous With Simi Garewal and Koffee With Karan, are coming together to judge a music-and-dance contest on NDTV's new entertainment channel Imagine.
Though the "historic collaboration" between the two rivals is currently being kept under wraps, it is reliably learnt that Simi and Karan will be judging a TV show called Say Shava Shava. The title itself, borrowed from a chartbuster in Johar's feature film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, is indicative of the show's mood
"It's not seasonal or episodic, but an 11-day music and dance extravaganza, like any real-life wedding where boys and girls from all over the country sing and dance and are judged for their abilities. Yes, Simi and Karan have been brought together to host the show," a source told IANS.
Edited by Ali - 16 years ago
Pulkit quits Kyunkii Saas Bhi Kabhii Bahu Thi | ||
Pulkit Samrat who became a star in fortnight and stole the hearts of million girls with his onscreen character Lakshay Virani in Balaji's Kyunkii Saas Bhi Kabhii Bahu Thi has decided to quit the serial after essaying the role for one and a half year. Not only this Pulkit who was earlier supposed to participate in NDTV Imagine's music based reality show Say Shava Shava, is no longer doing the show. Pulkit had quit Kyunkii.. last Saturday and is on a break right now. He confirms, "I had quit the sow five days back and I am on a break enjoying myself. I think I have done justice to my role and now I have realised that my character had reached the point of stagnation so the decision to quit." But did it affect his relationship with his mentor and Balaji's honcho Ekta Kapoor? Pulkit replies, "No, I had conveyed my decision to Ekta and it was an amicable decision. My personal equation with her has not changed." Pulkit is now looking for the greener pastures and scanning offers both from television and Bollywood. Pulkit reveals, "There are some offers from Bollywood but I still have to zero down on a good one. As far as television goes I am getting offers but I am taking my time. I am just waiting for a more substantial role especially after doing Kyunkii..." A new face is going to replace Pulkit as Lakshay on the show and the search is on. Pulkit says, "The production house is looking for a replacement and the search is on." Pulkit is no mood to return back on the show at the moment even after his break ends. Talking about NDTV Imagine's Say Shava Shava, Pulkit feels that it is better to drop the idea than to trouble the production house later with the issues. Pulkit says, "It was not confirmed as the talks were on. I can't be a part of the show as I can't give the required dates in the end of the January month. But I loved the concept of the show. There were some other things as well behind me quitting the show which I can't reveal. I also did not want to give trouble to the production house and the channel later so I decided to drop the idea." Well as Pulkit takes a break we just hope the news does not break hearts of the million girls in love with him. |
Article # 9
Manish Goyal in SSS
Actor Manish Goyal, popular as Tilak from Bhabhi, is now trying his hand at singing. No he is not planning to launch his album but will be participating in the singing reality show Say Shava Shava. We asked Manish what made him take up the offer.
"Honestly, I refused this show earlier when I was shooting in Goa. Before that, I also refused Jjhoom India because I know that I am bad singer. However, when I went to my home town Delhi during the Diwali holidays, I was chatting with my friends and told them that I have been offered this show so they asked me to sing and I did. After listening to my song, they felt I should try as I am not a bad singer," Manish tells us.
Incidentally, when Manish came back from Delhi, he got a call again to reconfirm his participation or denial for the show. "I have worked with Sameer Nair and co during Nach Baliye and they were more confident about me. They reminded me that I never used to dance before Nach Baliye and yet reached the finals so I should try singing this time," explains Manish.
Talking about his preparations, he says, "I am putting my best. I always believe that you should involve yourself completely in whatever you take up. I am giving my 200% for this show. Dancing is compulsion for us but not singing so I am not chasing anyone in the show. In 60s and 70s, actors used to sing their own songs on screen and off screen as well. I think that trend is coming back again. I am not here to be a playback singer but if I am able to achieve something in singing then that would be great for me and it would be like an added advantage."
He adds, "I am doing my daily riyaz. Hysianth D'souza is my teacher. He has done lots of hit remixes. Basically we have been given mentors to give us knowledge of music and to take care of our sur."
Manish feels that the main USP of the show is Simi Garewal and Karan Johar. "Simi and Karan are famous, their respective shows were so popular and being judged by such people is always a great thing. Also, the show is going to run only for 11 days and this is the first of a kind concept on Indian television. Lastly, the show also has new actors like Divyanka and Mouni and experienced ones like Aman, Apurva, and Narayani."
Asked about his wife Poonam's reaction, he instantly recalls, "I proposed Poonam by singing a song and she said yes but also kept one condition – I had to promise her that I would never sing again in life."
On his chances in the show, Manish says, "I am an ugly singer, the worst in this batch but the good thing is that from the last two days Poonam is opening her ears and listening to my entire two-minute songs. She is very critical about my work whether it is acting, writing or anything and if you have critics at home then you do not need anybody else's response. She tells me that I am doing alright and that I have fair chances in the show."
The show will be on NDTV Imagine and will be hosted by Ali Asgar.
Article # 10
Karan Johar
It's time to shava shava for Karan Johar!
Karan Johar on his new television show 'Say Shava Shava' and his upcoming ventures.
Tell us something about your new show, 'Say Shava'?
I am one of the judges on the show. The show is based on shaadi war. There is a bit of nonk jhonk between the gharaati and baraati teams. Every day there would be elimination on the basis of audience votes and judges opinion.
You styled Shah Rukh's look in 'KBC 2.' Are you going to do it for someone else?
No, it's only for Shah Rukh as he is very dear to me. I'm glad that the look got appreciated
What about your own look?
I design for fun. So to me style or fashion is something, which I'm most comfortable in.
Did you cry when you saw 'Taare Zameen Par'?
Once the film get over, I was numb for a while. It was a beautiful movie that moved me. Aamir Khan has proved his mettle. He is a superb director and an equally actor.
What else is keeping you busy?
I am working on an animated film, 'Kuchi Kuchi Hota Hai' and one live action film with Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham and Priyanka Chopra.
What's between you and Ekta Kapoor?
I love her and adore her as a good friend.
And?
We have lots of things in common. But a future association can happen if she asks me to work in Balaji.