Amanda Seyfried is porn star ???

Amanda Seyfried is going from ''In Time'' to “Deep Throat.''

The actress has been cast to play the lead role in the porn-star biopic “Lovelace,'' TheWrap has confirmed. The deal, however, is not yet closed.

Peter Sarsgaard is in talks to play Linda Lovelace's coercive husband, the pornographer Chuck Traynor.

Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman (''The Celluloid Closet'') are directing a script by W. Merritt Johnson and Andy Bellin. The script is based on “The Complete Linda Lovelace,'' a book by Eric Danville.

Avi Lerner, Heidi Jo Markel and Laura Rister are producing the movie, which is scheduled to begin production in January.

Kate Hudson was offered the “Lovelace'' role before she became pregnant. James Franco, who starred in Epstein and Friedman's “Howl,'' also had been attached.

Lovelace is best known for the 1972 porn film “Deep Throat.''

The Seyfried movie is one of two Lovelace projects now under way.

The writer-director Matthew Wilder is developing “Ordeal,'' based on Lovelace's autobiography. Malin Akerman is set to star in that movie. - Reuters

INTERVIEW- Candice Boucher

Durban-born model Candice Boucher has launched her acting career with her first major role in the Bollywood espionage thriller, Azaan.

From model to actress, the transformation has been rather fast for you. How did you adapt to this and get to grips with starring in a Bollywood film?

It has been quite a journey. I have known director Prashant Chadha for a very long time and have worked with him on different projects. He thought the part would be perfect for me because the script required a Moroccan-European-looking girl. He called me while I was in New York and asked me if I would like to be a part of it and I absolutely said: “Yes.”

Before Azaan came along, were you ever exposed to Bollywood movies and if so, what did you think of them?

I grew up being exposed to them, especially coming from Durban with such a big Indian population. It’s one of those things you never think is going to happen to you because I never really plan for things to happen. It’s been an honour to be a part of an industry such as Bollywood.

How did the movie role happen and why did you agree to do it?

I just thought it would be perfect for me. Prashant scripted it around my personality as he got to know me. He knows me pretty well. I connected with it from there and it has been a good learning experience on set.

Did you have to do any extra work or research to ensure a proper portrayal of your character?

Definitely. I play a sand artist so we had a professional artiste flown in to help me out. She sat with me for days on end, teaching me the art of drawing properly. So I have a newfound respect for an art which is so hard to get a grasp of, but is really beautiful to watch.

How do you rate your first Bollywood experience and are you excited to watch yourself on screen?

I am so nervous to watch the final product. I have had the opportunity to watch the raw footage, but declined it because I want to watch it at the premiere with the audience. I hope I come across convincingly.

Lots of young girls have their hearts set on becoming a big movie star one day. You have done it. What is your advice to them?

It’s one of those things you never think is obtainable. We often get left out of things in South Africa, but obviously things are changing with so many movie shoots happening in our country, especially in Cape Town where the movie market is definitely getting better and better. Any girl trying to do this should just go with the opportunity they get and never give up.

Are you a rugby fan and are you following the Springboks during the World Cup?

Yes, of course. I’ve always supported the Boks and try to catch with their games wherever I am.

What’s next for you? Surely you don’t want to end this movie experience right now?

It’s still overwhelming for me. I’m waiting to see the final product. So I’m taking it day by day and just being grateful for the opportunities I have. Let’s see what happens next.

Saif Becomes Nawab

Saif's quote.. I'm overwhelmed with the kindness and simplicity the village heads have shown me and my family today..and the respect  to my late father..this is a huge responsibility for me.. to take my fathers legacy forward in whatever way I can..this is a deeply personal part of my life and I will do my best to honour my fathers memory always.princely titles no longer exist..but family values and tradition do..I shall be conscious of this always and do the best I can for pataudi.

Boys will be Boys

Abhishek Bachchan , Sikander Kher and Neil Nitin Mukesh had a blast shooting for their forthcoming film,the action thriller -Players.While shooting in New Zealand for a scene that required them to be racing in their mini coopers within the confines of the Wellington Airport ,the trio decided to have a little fun of their own and have a friendly race in between shots ,with the 3 of them reachingthe finish line at the same time. 

Says a source “Abhishek,Sikander and Neil got along like a house on fire while shooting for Players and while permissions for shooting within Wellington were hard to acquire ,Abhishek spoke to the authorities and it was smooth sailing from thereon. In between shots the guys decided to have a race of their own with the mini coopers and surprisingly touched the finish line at the same time”
Presented by Viacom 18,Abbas-Mastan’s Players starring Abhishek Bachchan,Sonam Kapoor,Neil Nitin Mukesh ,Bipasha Basu,Bobby Deol,Sikander Kher and Omi Vaidya races to a theatre near you 6th January,2012.
That do you get when you put fast moving cars and a group of adrenaline junkies together? One hell of a riveting time ! And that is exactly what happened on the sets of Abbas Mastan’s Players !

Rockstar Rahman Mumbai concert a smash success!!

Mumbaikars were treated to a musical extravaganza as Team Rockstar set the stage on fire at their Mumbai concert at Bhavan’s College grounds on November 1st!
Music maestro A R Rahman performed live, an unprecedented treat for fans on the songs of his upcoming Ranbir Kapoor starrer Rockstar to a crowd frenzy of thousands who kept cheering the genius and singing along!
Rockstar Ranbir showed why he is the heartthrob of millions as his first stage performance left no stone unturned, with guitar playing, dancing and some special stunts played out for the screaming crowds!
Hosted by Chang, the concert had a special introduction by Director Imtiaz Ali who spoke about the film to the audiences. Joining them were Mohit Chauhan- the voice of Ranbir in Rockstar, singers Harshdeep Kaur and Monica Dogra along with percussion guru Sivamani and Rahman’s key associate Ranjit Barod.
The crowds specially went crazy when the rage of the year Saadda Haq was performed on stage, but the number Nadaan Parinde was what got the fans grooving. Ranbir and Nargis Fakhri performed on a sweet romantic number, enthralling the fans with their chemistry.
Videos of the making of the film and a special tribute to the late Shammi Kapoor were also shown, with some sweet behind the scenes footage of the late actor.
A. R Rahman performed live concert for the first time for any of his films and had specially flown down his talented band to be a part of this concert. Producers Shree Ashtavinayak CineVision Ltd have left no stone unturned to turn the concert into a success.
The event was organized by Deepak Gattani of Rapport, who coordinates all concerts of A R Rahman, with special choreography by Ashley Lobo. A grand set in tune with the Rockstar theme was created at Bhavan’s college grounds, Andheri west, Mumbai where the concert took place. The lavish set was in the unique shape of a cross with hydraulic lift and a ramp, creating a great platform for Rahman’s troupe and the other host of musicians to have a free rein! 
‘Saadda Haq’, the song that has become a rage with the youth was the highlight of the concert. Other songs performed from Rockstar included: Jo Bhi Main, Kun Faaya Kun (with the original Qawwali singers also performing live at the concert), Katiyan Karun, Nadaan Parinde and Tum Ho.