New Delhi/Mumbai, Nov 7 (ANI): Bollywood is all set for Diwali clash on Friday with the release of two movies belonging to two big personalities of the film industry- numero uno actor Shahrukh Khan and the most respected director Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Shahrukh starrer 'Om Shanti Om' had created the buzz, much before its music was launched, when director of the movie decided to give audiences a peek-o-boo of Shahrukh's or SRK's new toned body with 'six packs abs'.
With mystery shrouding the production of Bhansali's Saawariya, the film had already hit the headlines the day it was launched, since it is the first Hindi film co-produced by a Hollywood Studio, Sony Columbia Tristar.
However, when promos of the flick made to the tubes, the boyish charm of debutante Ranbir Kapoor, son of star couple Rishi and Nitu Kapoor, floored the people and his popularity soared, especially among the girls.
"I don't think we will even think of coming with Shahrukh Khan. He is too bigger star. He has been in the industry for so many years we can't even think of going head to head with him. If he is the biggest actor in the industry we have the biggest director in the country," says Ranbir.
The last time a Diwali clash of the Bollywood titans happened was way back in 1998. Then SRK starrer film of debutante director Karan Johar, Kuch Kuch Hota Hain competed against David Dhawan's comical flick Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, starring Govinda and Amitabh Bachchan.
"Two big budget movies are releasing at the same time, and it has happened in the past that two big films have released at the same time, and have done good. Its not that the two films will disappear from theatres after one week," says actor Arjun Rampal, who is playing the role of 1970s actor in Om Shanti Om.
While Om Shanti Om is being sold as a complete entertainer with one half of the movie capturing the magic of 1970s film industry, its other USPs are the presence of 31 Bollywood stars in one song, foot-tapping music, famous model Deepika Padukone's debut movie and SRK's six pack abs.
Saawariya on the other hand boasts of Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the director whose last file 'Black' had won rave reviews. It also has a fresh music composed by Monty and two new faces in Ranbir, who belongs to the fourth generation of Prithvi Raj Kapoor family, and Sonam Kapoor, daughter of another superstar Anil Kapoor.
According to trade analysts, the different genres of these movies would help both films click at the Box Office.
"I very honestly believe that both the films will click, for the simple reason that Om Shanti Om stars Shahrukh Khan, the songs of the movie are already popular...As far as Saawariya is concerned Ranbir has created such excitement in the minds of the public that they all are dying to see him," says, Komal Nahata, a popular film critic.
Nahata, however, feels that Om Shanti Om would get an earth-shattering opening, "perhaps the best opening ever". (ANI)
--MP
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Gen-Next of Bollywood's first family carries legacy forward Mumbai,Oct 18 (ANI): Memories were stirred and nostalgia ran high when first Bollywood family got together to herald the entry of fourth generation heir Ranbir Kapoor to the celluloid world legacy. Ranbir is making his cinematic debut in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Saawariya', which is being touted as one of the most eagerly, awaited films of 2007. Ranbir said he was honoured to have debuted in 'Saawariya'.
"The honour and respect is awesome. I promise you that I will strive to work harder so that you can always say I was worthy of this debut," he said. Speaking about his son's debut, Rishi Kapoor said, "I am very happy that I am associated with a family that has stayed connected to the Indian film industry for the past 80 years. I am very grateful to the fans for their sustained support and would like to introduce the newest member of the family. It is my son Ranbir. I hope he makes a mark with his debut appearance on the silver screen.""I am very happy and proud that another member of our family is making his mark in the film industry. I pray to God and also appeal to the audience that they accept him and give him their love and support. I hope he carves a niche through hard work and dedication," said his uncle, Rajeev Kapoor.
Said to be inspired from Dostoevsky's short story 'White Nights', 'Saawariya' is an intense tale of two young star-crossed lovers from different religions.Bhansali has raised expectations by saying that the film has a special allure.It was in 1931, that Kapoor family patriarch, Prithviraj Kapoor donned the grease paint for a supporting role in the first talkie 'Alam Ara', and then moved on to perform in some of the most memorable films of his times.
A pioneer of Indian theatre, he also founded Prithvi Theatres which is active even today.After Prithviraj Kapoor, his three sons, Raj, Shammi and Shashi Kapoor went onto create waves in Indian cinema with Raj Kapoor established himself as a legendary actor, producer, director in Bollywood. He is still remembered for providing the film industry with some of the most entertaining blockbusters.Raj Kapoor's legacy was carried forward by his three sons Randhir, Rajeev and Rishi Kapoor, with Rishi Kapoor becoming a rage amongst cine buffs. He continues to entertain audiences with his superb performances.'Saawariya' will be an acid test for newcomer Ranbir, who will be compared with his illustrious Bollywood lineage. (ANI)
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