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Masti sequel to be called Grand Masti
The sequel to Indra Kumar's 2004 smash hit Masti is titled Grand Masti. Bollywood Hungama got in touch with Milap Zaveri who is writing the story, screenplay and dialogues for this laughathon. Says Milap, "Yes the sequel to Masti will be called Grand Masti. There is a double meaning touch to the title as well. Masti, which released way back in 2004, was India's first sex comedy and the sequel is all set to be even more wild and wacky. Tusshar Hiranandani and myself are working on the story and screenplay while I have written the dialogues"

The film will star the naughty trio of Vivek Oberoi, Riteish Deshmukh and Aftab Shivdasani who entertained us with their sexcapades last time around. The leading ladies are yet to be finalized. The film is expected to go on floors later this year.

Genelia to be brand ambassador of Rasna
After having created a 'bubblicious' sandstorm of sorts with her memorable performance in her debut film Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Naa, Genelia D'Souza has always charmed her way to the viewers' minds and hearts alike.

She recently made national news after exchanging the nuptial vows with her sweetheart Riteish Deshmukh. And now, the actress is being chosen as the brand ambassador of the soft drink concentrate Rasna, if the market buzz is to be believed.

The official announcement of the same is expected to happen anytime now.

Imran to dine with Mauritian Prime Minister
Things seem to be going great for Imran Khan. He had a good run at the box office last year and very recently he treated himself with the car of his dreams - a custom made Ferrari.

Now we hear that the young actor has received an invitation from the Prime Minister's office to dine with him at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on February 7. The dinner is arranged for the Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam and his wife Mrs Veena Ramgoolam, who will be visiting India. Dr Ramgoolam and his wife like Imran Khan's work and requested to meet him and that is how Imran got an invite to the dinner.

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra opts for Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy for Bhaag Milkha Bhaag music
After Ashutosh Gowariker, another Rahman loyalist in Bollywood has had to reluctantly switch to another composer. Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra who worked wonders out of Rahman in Rang De Basanti and Delhi 6 and had resolved never to work with another composer, was compelled to look towards Shankar- Ehsaan-Loy for the music of his new project Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (BMB).

"And with good reason," informs a source close to the project. "Mehra was adamant on pulling off a hat trick with Rahman. He waited for months for Rahman to accommodate BMB into his schedule. And Rahman, to his credit, tried his best. It was especially important that Rahman do BMB because of the composer's impressive record with bio-pics Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, The Legend Of Bhagat Singh, Mangal Pandey, Elizabeth. But his impossible schedules and constant travel into three continents left Rahman with little choice."

It was with a heavy heart that Rahman informed Mehra that he couldn't do BMB. That's when Mehra's 'Milkha' Farhan Akhtar stepped into the picture.

Farhan, a close friend of the Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy team, has employed the trio's considerable talent in all his home production from Dil Chahta Hai to Rock On to Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. It was Farhan who suggested Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy as a worthy replacement for Rahman.

Outwardly Mehra seems happy enough with the change. Says the charged director, "I've been very keen to work with Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy for many years. We go back almost 20 years. Ehsaan had composed music for my first ad film. Loy and I know each other from my student days in Delhi. Shankar's first music score for an ad film was for me. They've already composed 4 songs for Milkha. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy are going to sweep all the awards and win a million hearts with this score."

As for Rahman, Mehra refuses to comment on his quiet exeunt from Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.

Earlier it was Ashutosh Gowariker who after getting resonant music in Lagaan, Swades and Jodhaa Akbar from Rahman had to switch to a new composer Sohail Sen in What's Your Raashee and Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Se, both resounding flops.

Rakeysh Mehra is trying his best to re-focus on the altered musical state in his creative ambit.

The film begins shooting at the end of February and will be completed in July.

Global talent hunt for Aashiqui-2
Mukesh Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt have emerged one of India's leading film production houses. Their company Vishesh Films enters into 25th year in 2012 and the Bhatts are gearing up for the release of not just one/two films, but four films this year. It begins with BLOOD MONEY [on 30 March], followed by JANNAT-2 [4 May], RAAZ-3 [31 August] and AASHIQUI-2 [7 December]. What's interesting is that three out of four releases this year are sequels of successful films.

Meanwhile, there's tremendous curiosity about AASHIQUI-2, which will be directed by the talented Mohit Suri. So here's some exclusive info on the film…
Cast: The Bhatts have decided to hold a global talent hunt to choose the lead cast of the film. Like the first part, the sequel will star new faces in principal roles. The talent hunt will be announced shortly.
Music: The first part had a lilting musical score and marked the arrival of music composers Nadeem-Shravan. The sequel will have fresh songs, except for one track from the original film. This time, however, the Bhatts will opt for multiple music composers.
Release date: The Bhatts are known for adhering to budgets and schedules and that's one of the prime reasons why they tend to lock the release date of their film/s even before they are launched. The release date of AASHIQUI-2 has also been decided upon, even before the cast is finalized. It's 7 December.

Meanwhile, Mukesh Bhatt's son, Vishesh, is all set to make his debut as an actor in the 25th year of Vishesh Films. The Bhatts will formally announce Vishesh's directorial debut in style.

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RBNL to expand in SAARC; launches BIG CBS channels in Sri Lanka
Reliance Broadcast Network Ltd (RBNL) is embarking on international expansion, initially focussing on the SAARC region.RBNL to expand in SAARC; launches BIG CBS channels in Sri Lanka

Disney acquires Screwvala, Unilazer & Unilazer HK stake in UTV
NEW DELHI: Media and entertainment firm UTV Software Communications today said Rohinton Screwvala, Unilazer and Unilazer HK have sold all their shares in the company to The Walt Disney Company (South East Asia) Pte Ltd (TWDC SEA) for an undisclosed amount. The shareholders' agreement between Rohinton Screwvala, Unilazer Exports and Management Consultants Ltd, Unilazer Hong Kong Ltd and The Walt Disney Company (South East Asia) Pte Ltd (TWDC SEA)has been terminated with effect from February 2, 2012, UTV Software Communications said in a filing to BSE. The firm yesterday said it has fixed the exit price for shareholders at Rs 1,100 per share as part of its complete acquisition by US-based Walt Disney Company. "The acquirer (The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia Pte Limited) has accepted the discovered price of Rs 1,100 per share and shall acquire all shares tendered through valid bids at or below the exit price," the earlier filing had said. In July last year, UTV Software had announced that Walt Disney Co has offered to buy out stakes held by public shareholders and other promoters of the company in a deal valued around Rs 2,000 crore. Subsequently, in December, 2011, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the deal. As of December 31, 2011, the promoter and promoter group shareholding in UTV stood at 70.04 per cent, including 50.28 per cent owned by Walt Disney Company (South East Asia) Pte Ltd. Rohinton Screwvala has also ceased to be the Manging Director of the company, but will continue to be a whole-time director of the company, UTV said. UTV operates in five verticals -- broadcasting, games, motion pictures, digital content and television content. Shares of UTV Software Communications Ltd were being quoted at Rs 1,063 apiece in afternoon trade on the BSE today, down 0.38 per cent from their previous close.Disney acquires Screwvala, Unilazer & Unilazer HK stake in UTV

Dish TV banks on digitisation, customer acquisition for growth
Direct to home (DTH) service provider Dish TV India Ltd is focusing on new customer acquisition and high definition technology.Dish TV banks on digitisation, customer acquisition for growth

Kalanithi Maran's Sun News battles to retain lost crown
After 11 years of leadership among Tamil TV news channels, Kalanithi Maran?s Sun News is suddenly on shaky territory. Kalanithi Maran's Sun News battles to retain lost crown

Venturenet Partners Gets Funding from Ojas Venture Partners
Pavan Krishnamurthy and Raghu Batta from Ojas Venture Partners will join Venturenet?s board and the capital infusion is expected to be used to expand services.Venturenet Partners Gets Funding from Ojas Venture Partners

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Coroner rules Don Cornelius death a suicide
The death of Don Cornelius, the founder of the "Soul Train" television show, has been ruled a suicide, officials said Tuesday.

21 questions for the 2012 Grammys
You might think you have all the answers to the 2012 Grammys -- who's nominated, who's gonna win, who's gonna perform, who's gonna make awkward banter with LL Cool J, who's gonna make an overt pass at the newly single Katy Perry -- but trust us, there are still more questions than there are answers.

Fox explains 'X Factor' shakeup, defends 'Idol' ratings
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Chuck Norris endorses Newt Gingrich
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Celebs celebrate Prop 8 decision on Twitter
A federal appeals court has ruled California's gay marriage ban unconstitutional in a decision announced earlier today, likely sending the case to the Supreme Court.