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Mumbai, July 30 (Ians) On Sonu Sood’s 50th birthday on Saturday, his fans have organised a blood donation drive across the country.

A statement read: “Inspired by Sonu Sood’s relentless dedication to helping those in need, his fans have organised a large-scale blood donation drive to observe his birthday. Across the country, an astounding 800 to 900 blood camps have been set up to collect this precious gift of life.”

“The gesture symbolises not just a celebration of their beloved actor’s birthday but also a tribute to his selfless commitment towards the welfare of the people.”

In addition to the blood donation drive, some of them are all primed to go the extra mile by distributing food to the disadvantaged. The food distribution drive marks yet another reflection of the love and admiration that people have for Sonu.

Meanwhile on the work front, Sonu is currently seen on the youth-based...

Bollywood legends Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip Kumar have been conferred with the Padma Vibushan awards; the second highest civilian award in India. Fans of 72 year old Bachchan have long called for the Indian government to award him the Bharat Ratna, which is the highest civilian award in India, but will have to settle for the Padma Vibhushan instead. 92 year old Dilip Kumar is being acknowledged for his services to the arts and cinema and is widely regarded as one of India’s greatest actors. The government have also conferred awards to some non-Indians; most notably Bill Gates and Melinda Gates for their contributions towards social work and charity. The Padma Awards will being handed out to the winners around March/April of this year so stay tuned!

Check out the full list of winners below!

Padma Vibhushan:

1 Lk Advani- Public Affairs- Gujarat

2 Amitabh Bachchan- Art- Maharashtra

3 Prakash Singh...

Shah Rukh Khan was injured today while shooting for Farah Khan’s Happy New Year at a suburban hotel in Mumbai. The actor was immediately rushed to Nanavati Hospital.

According to Hindustan Times, a door fell on him. When Ht contacted Sonu Sood who is also a part of the film and was present when the accident happened, he said that the problem was with the door’s hinge. “Shah Rukh was passing through the door and it fell on him. He suffered a minor bruise on his head but he is fine now,” he added.

The official statement from Srk’s office says, “Mr Khan had a minor accident on the sets while shooting. He has a minor injury and has got the necessary medical aid. Mr Khan is absolutely fine now. Thank you for all your wishes!”

According to Dr Ashok Hatolkar, medical superintendent at Nanavati Hospital, Srk suffered a minor bruise,...

Movie: "Gouravam"; Cast: Sirish, Yami Gautam, Prakash Raj, Nassar, Elango Kumaravel, Sricharan and Anupama Kumar; Director: Radha Mohan; Rating: **1/2

Without an iota of doubt, what "Gouravam" sets out to achieve as a subject is laudable, but it fails to engage as a film. Known for churning pure family entertainers and path-breaking films, Radha Mohan succeeds in creating mass awareness about a burning issue, but in the effort, he makes his film seem more or less as a documentary. The film may have left an impact, but it sure doesn't manage to entertain.

Ashok (Sirish), an ambitious young man is on a mission to find his missing friend Shanmugam. His search leads him to Shanmugam's village, where he comes to learn that he.

Movie Review: 'Prarthane'; Star Cast: Anant Nag, Prakash Raj, Pavitra Lokesh, Master Manoj, Master Sachin, Ashok, Sudha Murthy, B.C. Patil and Dinesh Mangalore; Screenplay writer-Director: Sadashiva Shenoy; Producers: G.C.Pushpa and N. Harish; Story Writer: J.M.Prahlad; Composer: Veera Samarth; Camera: S. Ramachandra; Rating: *** 1/2 - entertains and educates; must watch.

Journalist Sadhashiva Shenoy has shows a lot of promise with his first directorial venture 'Prarthane', which shows how Kannada medium schools are neglected in the state. The film is appropriately timed as there is a move by the state government to close down.

Urumi directed by Santosh Sivan will screen as the opening film of Indian Panorama at the International Film Festival of India, Goa 2011.

The jury for Feature films, headed by filmmaker Sai Paranjpye selected 23 films out of a total of 118 eligible entries for the Iffi 2011, Indian Panorama Section. Malayalam film Adaminte Makan Abu, directed by Salim Ahamed which won Best Feature Film award at the recent 58th National Film Awards is the 24th film of Indian Panorama, by virtue of direct entry.

In the Non-Feature Film category, Adwaita Sangeet directed by Makarand Brahme will be the opening film. The Non-Feature films Jury chaired by writer-director Ashok Rane picked 21 films out of 135 eligible entries. The winner of Best Non-Feature film in the recent 58th National Film Awards for 2010 Germ by Snehal R. Nair has not been included in the Non-Feature film category, as it was already included in Indian Panorama 2010 last year.

SinghamGenre: ActionDirector: Rohit ShettyStars: Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Ashok SarafSynopsis: Set in Shivgad, a small village that lies in the border of Maharashtra and Goa, the film revolves around an honest and diligent cop, Bajirao Singham, who fights against injustice using his own ethics and principles. A sudden strike of destiny sets up Singham against the tremendously powerful criminal-cum-politician Jaykant Shikre, challenging his morals and beliefs. Jaykant’s corrupt force makes Singham land up in Goa.The powerful politician makes Singham’s life a living nightmare. But Singham’s supportive girlfriend Kavya and his meeting with late Rakesh Kadam’s family gives him ...

SinghamGenre: ActionDirector: Rohit ShettyStars: Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Ashok SarafSynopsis: Set in Shivgad, a small village that lies in the border of Maharashtra and Goa, the film revolves around an honest and diligent cop, Bajirao Singham, who fights against injustice using his own ethics and principles. A sudden strike of destiny sets up Singham against the tremendously powerful criminal-cum-politician Jaykant Shikre, challenging his morals and beliefs. Jaykant’s corrupt force makes Singham land up in Goa.The powerful politician makes Singham’s life a living nightmare. But Singham’s supportive girlfriend Kavya and his meeting with late Rakesh Kadam’s family gives him ...

SinghamGenre: ActionDirector: Rohit ShettyStars: Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Ashok SarafSynopsis: Set in Shivgad, a small village that lies in the border of Maharashtra and Goa, the film revolves around an honest and diligent cop, Bajirao Singham, who fights against injustice using his own ethics and principles. A sudden strike of destiny sets up Singham against the tremendously powerful criminal-cum-politician Jaykant Shikre, challenging his morals and beliefs. Jaykant’s corrupt force makes Singham land up in Goa.The powerful politician makes Singham’s life a living nightmare. But Singham’s supportive girlfriend Kavya and his meeting with late Rakesh Kadam’s family gives him ...

SinghamGenre: ActionDirector: Rohit ShettyStars: Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Ashok SarafSynopsis: Set in Shivgad, a small village that lies in the border of Maharashtra and Goa, the film revolves around an honest and diligent cop, Bajirao Singham, who fights against injustice using his own ethics and principles. A sudden strike of destiny sets up Singham against the tremendously powerful criminal-cum-politician Jaykant Shikre, challenging his morals and beliefs. Jaykant’s corrupt force makes Singham land up in Goa.The powerful politician makes Singham’s life a living nightmare. But Singham’s supportive girlfriend Kavya and his meeting with late Rakesh Kadam’s family gives him ...

SinghamGenre: ActionDirector: Rohit ShettyStars: Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Ashok SarafSynopsis: Set in Shivgad, a small village that lies in the border of Maharashtra and Goa, the film revolves around an honest and diligent cop, Bajirao Singham, who fights against injustice using his own ethics and principles. A sudden strike of destiny sets up Singham against the tremendously powerful criminal-cum-politician Jaykant Shikre, challenging his morals and beliefs. Jaykant’s corrupt force makes Singham land up in Goa.The powerful politician makes Singham’s life a living nightmare. But Singham’s supportive girlfriend Kavya and his meeting with late Rakesh Kadam’s family gives him ...

SinghamGenre: ActionDirector: Rohit ShettyStars: Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Ashok SarafSynopsis: Set in Shivgad, a small village that lies in the border of Maharashtra and Goa, the film revolves around an honest and diligent cop, Bajirao Singham, who fights against injustice using his own ethics and principles. A sudden strike of destiny sets up Singham against the tremendously powerful criminal-cum-politician Jaykant Shikre, challenging his morals and beliefs. Jaykant’s corrupt force makes Singham land up in Goa.The powerful politician makes Singham’s life a living nightmare. But Singham’s supportive girlfriend Kavya and his meeting with late Rakesh Kadam’s family gives him ...

SinghamGenre: ActionDirector: Rohit ShettyStars: Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Ashok SarafSynopsis: Set in Shivgad, a small village that lies in the border of Maharashtra and Goa, the film revolves around an honest and diligent cop, Bajirao Singham, who fights against injustice using his own ethics and principles. A sudden strike of destiny sets up Singham against the tremendously powerful criminal-cum-politician Jaykant Shikre, challenging his morals and beliefs. Jaykant’s corrupt force makes Singham land up in Goa.The powerful politician makes Singham’s life a living nightmare. But Singham’s supportive girlfriend Kavya and his meeting with late Rakesh Kadam’s family gives him ...

SinghamGenre: ActionDirector: Rohit ShettyStars: Ajay Devgn, Kajal Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Ashok SarafSynopsis: Set in Shivgad, a small village that lies in the border of Maharashtra and Goa, the film revolves around an honest and diligent cop, Bajirao Singham, who fights against injustice using his own ethics and principles. A sudden strike of destiny sets up Singham against the tremendously powerful criminal-cum-politician Jaykant Shikre, challenging his morals and beliefs. Jaykant’s corrupt force makes Singham land up in Goa.The powerful politician makes Singham’s life a living nightmare. But Singham’s supportive girlfriend Kavya and his meeting with late Rakesh Kadam’s family gives him ...

There is only one question that’s left those few people who have heard of the film, Ashok Chakra, a little disturbed. What were the makers of this film thinking? Based on the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai, the film has released in less than 10 different theatres in Bhayander, Thane, Vasai, Kalyan and Goregaon. Though Bhopal Shah, the box office attendant at Prince cinema, Bhayander, thinks the film is great, he is a little disappointed with the 15 to 23 tickets that they have sold over the weekend for a theatre that can seat 233 people. “Film mast thi (film ...